Lot 69
Samuel Houston, free frank "Free, Sam Houston" signature as U.S. Senator on light buff cover to Philadelphia Pa., slightly indistinct blue "Washington Jan 10" cds and matching "Free" rating handstamp, Very Fine and scarce.Estimate $500 - 750.
Samuel "Sam" Houston (1793 - 1863) was a nineteenth-century American statesman, politician, and soldier. Houston was a key figure in the history of Texas, including periods as President of the Republic of Texas (1836-38, 1841-44), Senator for Texas after it joined the United States (1846-59) and finally as Governor (1859-61). He is best known for his leading role in bringing Texas into the United States.
Realized: $800