Lot
1574 
Martin Van Buren, 1782-1862, 8th President 1837-41. Free frank "Free, M. Van Buren" signature on yellow cover to Mrs. G. B. Williams in Ithaca N.Y., "Tinderhook N.Y. Apr 2" cds; flap torn, Very Fine. Estimate $400 - 600.
Van Buren was Senator from New York and Governor of New York, but resigned to become Jackson's Secretary of State. Later, he was Jackson's second Vice President and his choice to succeed him. Defeating William Harrison in 1836, his administration was quickly plagued by the Panic of 1837, when banks failed and the economy soured for the duration of his term. Defeated by Harrison in 1840 because of economic problems, he retired to New York.
Realized: $375
Lot
1575
Secretary of Treasury Free Franks and Signed Letters, small group comprising 1802 Albert Gallatin signed letter and free frank, 1809 Th. T. Tucker ALS and free frank, 1822 Wm. H Crawford ALS and free frank, 1823 Wm. H. Crawford free frank, 1830s Levi Woodbury free frank, 1855 letter signed by James Guthrie as Sec., 1861 Solmon P. Chase ALS. Estimate $400 - 600.
Realized: $400