Governor of New York who lost the presidential election of 1868 to U. S. Grant (1810–1886). LS, one page, 5.5 x 8.75, New York State Survey letterhead, May 1, 1883. Letter of resignation to Governor Grover Cleveland. In part: “I hereby resign my position as one of the Commissioners of the State Survey, my health being such that I cannot perform the duties of the office.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. RR Auction COA.
