June 2012 Auction Ends Thursday, June 28th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/28/2012
Interesting autograph letter signed by Rutherford B. Hayes dated 27 August 1885 from his home in Spiegel Grove. Marked ''Private'', Hayes writes to editor and philanthropist Edward Bok: ''...Aside from my habit in regard to writing for the press I am not sure that I agree with you on the main question...the elevation of the ignorant and offensive is the first and chief end. To various enterprises having that in view I give much time, and I hope some efficient aid...'' signed ''R.B.Hayes''. Single page letter measures 5.5'' x 8.5''. Near fine.
Rutherford B. Hayes Handwritten Letter -- ''...the elevation of the ignorant and offensive is the first and chief end...''
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