Former Democratic congressman (1815–1880) who served as Confederate Secretary of War. War-dated LS, one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 9.75, Confederate States of America, War Department letterhead, Richmond, Virginia, February 4, 1863. Letter to William Porcher Miles of the Confederate House of Representatives. In part: “You are respectfully informed that the subject of issuing passports belongs to the jurisdiction of Genl Elzey.” Miles also writes an ANS at the bottom, signed “Wm. Porcher Miles.” In very good condition, with light scattered creases and soiling, and show-through from mounting remnants to left border and docketing to reverse. RR Auction COA.
