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JOHN TYLER A.L.S.

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JOHN TYLER A.L.S.
<b>179. JOHN TYLER </b>(1790 - 1862) Tenth President of the United States following the death of Harrison, annexed Texas, and remained loyal to Virginia following its secession. A.L.S. as President, 1p. 8vo., [n.p.], Aug. 29, [1841] to Governor [Thomas Walker] Gilmer regarding the appointment of Mr. Janney. In part: "<i>...I have...directed the appointment of Mr. Janney to a Clerkship of $800 in the 3d Auditor's Office. It is the best I can do for him...</i>". Gilmer, of the Whig party, was the Governor of Virginia from 1840 to 1841. Light to moderate soiling, otherwise very good.<b> $600-800</b>