Lot
1494 
(Marion) Lebanon, O.T., Mar 29, manuscript postmark (Whittlesey 1, R C) and manuscript "10" rate marking on stampless cover to Illinois, accompanied by original 1853 letter from a husband and wife to her sister and brother, husband's letter expresses concern about the number of sickly emigrants arriving in Oregon and also states various prices current, cover with corner wear and foxing at right, Fine. Estimate $300 - 400.
The first Lebanon Post Office operated for seven years only 1851-1858. Scarcity Index 9 in Helbock's books.
Realized: $375