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1901 Stockton California Letter, African American Man - President McKinley Death

$ 23.76

Availability: 16 in stock
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Condition: Used - See Listing For Details
  • Modified Item: No
  • Time Period Manufactured: 1900-49
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Description

    1901 Stockton California Letter, African American Man - re President William S. McKinley Death
    Rare and fascinating letter signed in type, William Thomas, Sec., Sept., 23, 1901, Stockton, CA
    A touching condolence letter sent to Mrs. McKinley following the assassination.
    It reads in part:
    "The Afro-Americans of the City of Stockton County...offers to your their tenderest sympathy....at your great loss of a loving and noble husband..."
    7.5" x 10.5"
    Authentic item from collection of 1901 letters sent following McKinley's assassination and death.
    Overall VG+ cond.