ALS signed “James Monroe,” one page, 8 x 9.75, March 25, 1829. Handwritten letter from his Oak Hill plantation to Secretary of the Treasury Samuel D. Ingham, in part: "Major Norland a near neighbour and friend, having requested an introduction to you, I most readily give it, to comply with his desire & at the same time to assure you of the interest, I take, in your health and welfare. I have been more than three weeks confined to my room, & until lately to my bed, by a severe cold and fever, from which I am slowly recovering, It will always afford me pleasure to hear from, & to see you." Addressed on the reverse in Monroe's hand to "Sam'l D. Ingham Esquire, Washington," and docketed above in another hand. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. Ingham had just been appointed as Secretary of the Treasury by Andrew Jackson, who had taken office mere weeks earlier.
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