American abolitionist and social reformer (1811–1884). AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 7 sheet, dated August 1873. Phillips pens an inspirational quote, in full: “Men are divided into two classes—those who go ahead & do something—& those who sit still & ask why it was not done the other way.” Two horizontal folds, and light toning to corners due to adhesive remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
