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Free Frank of Reformer of Ireland.

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Free Frank of Reformer of Ireland.
Black-bordered mourning envelope in hand of the Viceroy of Ireland, Earl of "Carlisle" (George W.F. Howard), to "Mrs. Powell, 14 Upper Temple St." Signed "Carlisle" at lower left. Dark red c.d.s., "Official Paid / Dublin / Au(g.) 12 (18)62." His ornate monogram, with miniature crown, exquisitely steel-engraved in black on back flap. Carlisle did much to better Ireland, including establishment of a juvenile reformatory on his estate. A talented poet, he exchanged sonnets with Wordsworth. Album mounting evidence at bottom of verso, postal handling, else very good and scarce.