ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 7, New York Tribune letterhead, August 27, 1881. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I have…read the inclosed…however, I found one had been already printed which destroys its value for us…They are indeed invaluable and should descend as heirlooms to your children. The dreadful event which we are awaiting in gloom and sorrow will make them a sacred possession for you.” Single vertical and horizontal folds, a clipped upper left corner, and a few light pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
