American politician (1811–1874) and Massachusetts senator best known as a radical Republican and a staunch opponent of slavery. In 1856, Sumner was severely beaten in the Senate chamber by South Carolina Congressman Preston Brook. Bank check, 7.5 x 3, filled out and signed by Sumner, payable to C. S. for $50, September 10, 1869. A revenue stamp, initialed by Sumner, is affixed at the top right corner. Two vertical folds, diagonal creases with one affecting his last name, wrinkling, irregular edges, and a small circular bank punch and cancellation cut in the center, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
