1. Creator/Author:
  2. Leathe, Frank (1)

Letter from Frank Leathe to Abraham Lincoln

Creator:
Leathe, Frank
Collection:
Letters to Lincoln
Location:
Lowell, Massachusetts
Date of Original:
1848
Description:
Handwritten letter, 25 cm, headed Lowell, Mass., 27th Nov. 1848 and signed Frank Leathe with 'Hon. Abraham Lincoln' at the base of the letter. Written to the Congressman Lincoln by Leathe, a collector of 'autographs of American Statesmen,' who wants to add Lincoln's signature to his collection because of the 'high position you occupy' and 'you are the only Whig member from your state.' Autograph letter signed (ALS).
Transcription:
Lowell Mass.    27th Nov. 1848.

Sir.
I am engaged in collecting the autographs of American Statesmen. The high position you occupy has imparted to me a desire to possess your own. I am particularly anxious to add it to my list as you are the only Whig member from your State. If you should think proper to honor me by noticing this communication, you will confer a favor for which I shall feel grateful.
Very respectfully
Your obt. servt.
Frank Leathe

Hon. Abraham Lincoln.
Subject:
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865--Correspondence
Category:
Manuscripts & Documents
Format of Original:
Manuscript
Item ID:
71200908300385
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, Allen County Public Library, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Digital File ID:
71200908300385
Available for Viewing:
By appointment only