One of the most elusive Presidential signatures, these are missing from most collections. Offered is a three-page ALS that is dated July 31, 1863. The letter has some chipping and tape reinforcements in the center. However, the autograph and all of the writing is not affected at all. The letter is written to a former U.S. Congressman from Maine (Francis Ormand Jonathan Smith). The content discusses the retirement of the President of Dartmouth University and some personal details. D'1869.
REVISED: THIS HAS A FULL JSA LOA.