Wife of President James Garfield (1832–1918) and First Lady from March to September 1881. Hand-addressed and free franked mailing envelope, 4 x 3.25, addressed by Garfield to “James Reece, 3531 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio,” and franked along the top, “Lucretia R. Garfield, Free.” Envelope is postmarked November 9, 1905. Some scattered light edge toning and soiling, and postal cancellation over last portion of free frank, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
