Fantastic ALS signed "H. Clay," one page, 6.75 x 8.25, November 22, 1850. Handwritten letter to Oscar T. Keeler, a pioneering and prescient American collector who corresponded with all manner of notables over the course of three decades, in the process amassing one of the greatest autograph collections of the nineteenth century. In full: "I have the pleasure to acknowledge the receipt of your letter, transmitting some of the sheets of your American Autographical Album, for which I thank you. With most of the signatures which I have seen (those of the Presidents and Vice Presidents of the United States particularly) I am quite familiar, and can vouch for their accuracy. To those who take an interest in the autographs of eminent men, your work will possess great value, and will be cherished as a rare curiosity. Wishing you the liberal patronage of the public, and health, happiness, and prosperity." In fine condition, with some light soiling and short fold splits.
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