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Gideon Welles autograph letter signed, dated 3 August 1864 when Welles served as Secretary of the Navy during the Civil War. On Navy Department letterhead, Welles writes to the Hon. John H. Rice - likely the Maine Congressman, regarding a trip to Maine. He writes in part, ''...the proposed excursion along the coast of Maine, a region that I have long desired and intended to visit, but my public duties compel me to deny myself that pleasure...Gideon Welles''. Single page letter measures 5'' x 8''. Folds, overall very good condition with bold handwriting.