Eminent American senator and statesman (1813–1861), dubbed the ‘Little Giant,’ perhaps best remembered for his role in the Lincoln-Douglas debates during the 1858 campaign for the Senate race in Illinois. LS signed “S. A. Douglas,” one page, lightly-lined, 6.5 x 9.5, February 12, 1852. Brief letter complying with an autograph request: “In compliance with your request, I have the plasure to furnish to you my autograph.” Letter is affixed to an identical size sheet. In very good condition, with scattered rippling and wrinkling, spots of toning from adhesive, and ink notations near bottom. RRAuction COA.
