ALS signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, June 8, 1886. Letter to author and educator William Henry Venable, in full: "I will with pleasure speak of your qualifications, character and popularity in positive terms as opportunity may offer. Of course you know the first, and essential step, is to have the support of the House influences—the Press and the delegation." Nicely double-matted and framed with an engraving of Hayes to an overall size of 18 x 16. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Hayes's own hand.
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