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Lot #494
William T. Sherman

“Both President and Secretary of War are still absent but are travelling toward Washington now”

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“Both President and Secretary of War are still absent but are travelling toward Washington now”

ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, General,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5 x 8, Headquarters Army of the United States letterhead, May 1, 1873. Letter to General George Sharpe. In part: “My present purpose is to attend the meeting at New Haven on the 14th and to accept the profound hospitality of Mr. & Mrs. Winchester…Both President and Secretary of War are still absent but are travelling toward Washington now. I take it for granted both will be here so that I can properly be away.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a bit of scattered trivial foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #420 - Ended December 11, 2013





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