Nineteenth-century American Shakespearean actor (1806-1872) whose feud with British actor William Charles Macready caused the deadly Astor Place Riot of 1849. Uncommon LS, one page, 6.75 x 5.5, June 28, 1842. Letter to Lewis J. Cist, in full: "I request to say that I cannot furnish you with the autograph of Mr. Sinclair." In very good to fine condition, with light overall soiling. Accompanied by the original wax-sealed mailing envelope.
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