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Lot 304: ZACHARY TAYLOR - Current Bid: $1,800.00

Est: $3,500 USD - $4,500 USDSold:
Alexander Historical Auctions LLCStamford, CT, USJune 03, 2010

Item Overview

Description

ZACHARY TAYLOR
(1784-1850) Twelfth President of the United States, "Old Rough and Ready" was also a hero of the Mexican War, taking Monterrey and defeating Santa Anna. L.S. "Z. Taylor" 1p. 4to., Baton Rouge, July 19, 1848, marked "Private"to William N. Hunnewell of Boston, saying that he has no ambition to be president, but expressing his goal, if called upon, to overcome the divisiveness rending the antebellum United States asunder. He writes, in full: "I have the pleasure to receive your very fine congratulatory favor of the 28th ulto and I thank you most truly for your good opinion, which, whether elected or not, whether in an exalted or humble sphere, I hope to merit. The office of the Presidency is not desirable to me farther than as it is in the wish and will of the people, and it is this far before any other consideration which has disposed me to yield to the movement in my favor. You are right in saying that the emolument of the office is small, and if, in case I should be elected, I could retire from office without being bankrupt, and yet more if I can be instrumental in moderating to some extent the bitterness of party and political asperity, I should consider myself more than fortunate." In 1848, the Whigs sought a candidate that would have national appeal and fixed their attention on Taylor. They looked to him because his long military record would appeal to northerners, while his ownership of slaves would lure southern votes. The potential candidate, however, was not enthused about running and would only accept the nomination if he was convinced it was at the call of the country. On June 9, the Whig convention made that call and nominated him. Taylor's campaign reflected his insistence that principle would prevail over politics, and his intention to seek sectional reconciliation on a national basis rather than favor any particular region. As his biographer K. Jack Bauer states, "Taylor viewed himself as a non-partisan figure attracting support from all parties." His Democratic opponent, Lewis Cass, favored letting the residents of territories decide for themselves whether they wanted slavery, which in practice was a pro-southern position. Usual folds, integral address panel expertly laid in to a larger sheet, else fine condition with a dark, bold signature.

Artist or Maker

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Shipping

Shipment is sent USPS priority, USPS International Express (for most overseas) or UPS Ground at the auctioneer's option, signature required, unless other arrangements are made. Handling, shipping and insurance charges will be added to the invoice in one entry. Buyer's should be aware that large, framed, fragile or odd shaped items can incur substantial shipping and packing charges. Customer's who supply their own courier account number will still be charged a handling fee.

Auction Details

Spring Historical Auction

by
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
June 03, 2010, 11:00 AM EST

860 Canal St. 2nd Floor, Stamford, CT, 06902, US

Terms

Buyer's Premium

22.5%

Bidding Increments

From:To:Increment:
$0$99$10
$100$499$20
$500$999$50
$1,000$1,999$100
$2,000$4,999$250
$5,000$9,999$500
$10,000+$1,000

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Shipping Information

Shipment is sent USPS priority, USPS International Express (for most overseas) or UPS Ground at the auctioneer's option, signature required, unless other arrangements are made. Handling, shipping and insurance charges will be added to the invoice in one entry. Buyer's should be aware that large, framed, fragile or odd shaped items can incur substantial shipping and packing charges. Customer's who supply their own courier account number will still be charged a handling fee.

Buyer's Premium

There is an 22.5% Buyer's Premium charged on the final hammer price of each lot (includes Live Bidding Fee).

Condition Statement

All autograph material in this sale is guaranteed genuine for the life of the original purchaser (unless otherwise stated or if contrary to other provisions of these terms). Any autograph item sold which is determined to be not authentic by two independent authenticators acceptable to both parties to the sale may be returned by the original buyer at any time for an immediate refund of the purchase price (only). Non-autograph items are guaranteed genuine for a period of twenty-one (21) days of receipt if determined to be not authentic by two independent authenticators acceptable to both parties to the sale. The condition of autograph material is generally described per standards suggested by the Manuscript Society.