ALS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, August 27, 1892. Letter written from retirement to Miss Laura Mohern, sending support during the illness of Miss Mohern’s mother, “I am pained to hear of the severe illness of your mother, the worst, I trust, is over.” Accompanied by a very nice signed Executive Mansion card, signed in fountain pen, “R. B. Hayes,” and the original mailing envelope, addressed in Hayes’ hand. In fine condition, with some light mirroring of ink from premature folding. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.