Lot 268
DAVIS, Jefferson (1808-1889). Autographed letter signed ("Jefferson Davis"), as Secretary of War, to A.O. Nicholson, 14 September 1855.
Sale 741 - Books and Manuscripts including Americana
Jun 23, 2020 10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$800 - $1,200

Sold for $500

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
DAVIS, Jefferson (1808-1889). Autographed letter signed ("Jefferson Davis"), as Secretary of War, to A.O. Nicholson, 14 September 1855.

2 pages, 4to, on lightly lined paper, on recto and verso, marked "Private" at head of first page, creased to folds; matted and framed. Sending a newspaper article and letters regarding accusations against the Jesuits for a future story. "I send you a copy of the 'Mississippian,' containing the reply of the Superior of the Order of the Jesuits to certain charges which have been made against that Society, and some other letters connected therewith. If you should find it such a matter as you would like to use it in the Union, please use it for that purpose, otherwise I will thank you to return the paper to me; as I wish to preserve the correspondence. I have also marked a paragraph on the yellow form, by which you will see it has been transmitted to the favorite watering place of Mississippi, and one of the healthiest localities in the State. As connected with a question which is now of particular interest. I have called your attention to it by marking the paragraph..."

Condition Report

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Hindman staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Hindman website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Hindman.

Please email conditionreports@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.