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Martin Van Buren autograph letter signed ''M. Van Buren'', dated 30 January 1842 from Kinderhook, New York. Letter is addressed to Francis Pickens, a U.S. Congressman from South Carolina, and reads in part, ''Your kind letter, in addition to the pleasure of knowing from you afforded me nice enjoyment, not a slight favor on a cold winter day, of a hearty laugh...'' Goes on to discuss various pleasantries. Card-style letter on 4pp., front and verso, measures 7.75'' x 10'' with expected folds and toning, else very good.
Martin Van Buren Autograph Letter Signed
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