Lot
1385 
Robin's Nest, Ill. "Oct 5", printed postmark with manuscript date on 1842 folded letter with additional printed "Free, P.M." and manuscript "B. Chase" free frank endorsement to Charleston S.C.; edge faults, Fine. Estimate $200 - 300.
The postal markings on this 1842 folded letter were applied concurrent with the printed solicitation on the message leaf. The solicitor was Bishop Chase who was busily establishing the Jubilee College. He was also the postmaster, so he could send his solicitations postage free.