Wife of President James Garfield (1832–1918) and First Lady from March to September 1881. ALS, two pages, 4.25 x 6.25, black-bordered personal letterhead, February 18, 1887. Letter to Reverend G. A. Burgess. In part: “The Rev. L. W. Beles was an early teacher of General Garfield’s and they were ever thereafter friends…I think General Garfield’s relations with the Free Baptist Church were only of friendship with other members of that church.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild toning. RRAuction COA.
