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BEECHER, HENRY WARD

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BEECHER, HENRY WARD
(1813 - 1887) American clergyman who was an ardent supporter of abolition and woman suffrage. He was brought down by an adultery scandal that shocked the nation. A.L.S. "H. W. Beecher" 2pp. sm. 8vo., [n.p., docketed 1872 in another hand], to a gentleman, in part: "...I would not go as far as from Upper New York to hear myself preach, but if there are any less sensible...let them have a chance to improve...I shall be happy to inspire gratitude in your...bosom at any time...". Small mounting strip at left margin, else very good.