Two items: ALS,signed “Robt. C. Schenck,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.5 x 8.5, February 7, 1871. In part: “I have to inform you that I was nominated & confirmed as Minister to Great Britain on the 21st of December last, & my commission bears date on the 22d of that month.”; and an ink signature, “Respectfully yours, Robt. C. Schenck, London, June 15, 1874,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In fine condition, with intersecting folds to letter, one through a single letter of signature, and a bit of mild toning to both. RR Auction COA.