Lot
118 
Newnansville, Flor./Sep. 9. Red cds (type VIII, 3-5 known) on 1844 folded letter to Philadelphia, Pa., manuscript "25" rate, interesting lengthy enclosure regarding slavery and the moral as well as political sentiment he feels toward the institution including…I do must heartily wish the South was rid of slaves., that there was not one in the land & I believe they will have to make their laws more moral or adopt a system of gradual emancipation or the South will see trouble before many years. I think I can see a storm gathering which will burst upon our country unless something interferes to prevent and if there is to be a Northern & Southern Republic I want to be in the Northern quarter.; minor cover toning, Very Fine, ex-McNeal. Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $475