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James Buchanan Autograph Letter Signed as Secretary of State. One page, 8" x 10", Washington DC, March 6, 1849....
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James Buchanan Autograph Letter Signed as Secretary of State. One page, 8" x 10", Washington DC, March 6, 1849. Written to Edmund Burke, Commissioner of Patents, just one day before the end of his term as Secretary of State. Buchanan discusses his plans for turning the State Department over to his successor, John M. Clayton. In part: "I think I can best accomplish this object by making as little 'fuss' as possible & transferring the Department over to W. Clayton as if there had been no change." Eight years later, Buchanan would be elected President. Boldly signed. Very fine with creamy overall age toning.Auction Info
2011 April New York Signature Historical Manuscripts Auction #6054 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
April, 2011
8th-9th
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