Hand-addressed and free franked mailing panel, 5 x 3.25, addressed in Polk's own hand to "Col. Sam'l H. Laughlin, McMinnville, Tennessee," and franked in the upper right corner, "Free, J. K. Polk." Reverse retains the original red wax seal. In very good to fine condition, with scattered staining affecting only appearance. Laughlin was the founder and editor of the Nashville Union newspaper, served as a senator in the Tennessee legislature, and was a vigorous supporter of James K. Polk. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder.
