Letter in pencil, signed “Tim,” four pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Camp Casey, October 26, 1861. Soldier’s letter to his sister. In part: “I have enlisted under the Banner of this glorious republic and am ready and willing to do all in my power on the field of Battle…Yesterday we were reviewed by Genl Casey, President Lincoln and a number of officers high in power. By the way on Sunday I was on duty and seeing Abe approaching I walked down to the road and tipped my hat or rather cap to him and he returned the Salute as readily as any of our private soldiers, he is done a great injustice by his picture portraits as he is quite good looking.” Scattered foxing and toning, and the writing a shade light, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
