German-born Union general (1829–1906) who served as secretary of the interior under President Rutherford B. Hayes. ALS signed “C. Schurz,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, black-bordered stationery letterhead, July 12, 1876. Letter to H. P. Kimble. In part: “I regret to say that I cannot promise you to be with you on Sept. 14th. I shall be actively engaged in the political campaign and my movements will therefore be governed by the exigencies of the canvas.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning and soiling, light pencil notations to top edge, light creasing, and two small holes to first page of letter. RRAuction COA.