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Francis Scott Key autograph letter signed, dated 3 February 1841 from Washington, DC when Key served as U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. Best known for authoring ''The Star-Spangled Banner'', Key writes here regarding money he owed to another individual. After itemizing the outstanding balance, Key expresses his disappointment that he hasn't been able to pay it off entirely: ''...Now as to the payment - I had hoped to have settled it long sine, but have been so disappointed in collections that it has not been in my power. / I think, a little after the close of Congress, if I can even get only one or two of several claims in which I am interested, passed, I shall be able to discharge it...FS Key''. Single page letter on bifolium stationery measures 7.625'' x 10''. Holes at intersecting folds and small closed tears at foldlines. Toning to integral address panel, which was sealed with wax. Very good condition.
Francis Scott Key Autograph Letter Signed from 1841 Regarding a Bond Payment -- ''...I had hoped to have it settled long since...''
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