Statesman, three time presidential candidate, known as 'the Great Compromiser,' for his support of the Union prior to the Civil War. ALS signed 'H. Clay,' one page, 4 x 6.75, March 7, 1850. letter to a Dr. Boyd McNairy reads, "I received your favor of the 24th. I have very little intercourse with the executive. I have seen in it no disposition to oblige me, or to pay respect to recommendations of mine. In regard to your son, I think that if Governor Brown would dignify his wish that your son should be appointed his secretary in the Russian Mission, that would be the way to gratify your wishes. Ah, my friend how often am I pained that I am powerless in ability to serve my true and faithful friends, and through them our country.' Matted and framed with a portrait of Clay, to an overall size of 15 x 13. In fine condition, with scattered light topning and soiling and expected folds. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
