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118. Aaron Burr Autograph Letter Signed with Franked Address Panel.
ALS signed “A. Burr,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, July 20, 1807. Addressed from New York, a handwritten letter to Ephraim Kirby of Litchfield, Connecticut, in part: “I am much rejoiced to find that you have at length received your commission. I wrote Edwards on the subject of the delegation, a letter which he will not understand until he shall hear of your appointment. Still I advised that the project be carried into execution & offered to contribute. In all my communications, I have bestowed as much attention to your State as to this—probably even more—I am always happy in being made the instrument to promote good principles or good measures.” Burr has addressed the adjacent mailing panel and added his franking signature to the upper right, “A. Burr.” Nicely matted and framed unfolded to an overall size of 21.25 x 15.25. In fine condition, with multiple intersecting folds, and a thin old mounting strip along the hinge. Starting Bid $200
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