Autograph letter signed by Salmon P. Chase, one page, 6.25" x 7", dated June 23, 1856, written from Columbus, Ohio. In this eloquent letter, Chase reflects on the cause of freedom, expressing confidence that his efforts have contributed to its progress. He comments on the importance of the Philadelphia Convention and emphasizes the necessity of a proper platform and a candidate of unimpeachable character for success. Penned in Chase’s bold hand and signed at the conclusion “S. P. Chase.” Light toning, expected folds, and minor spotting,overall fine condition.
Fully transcribed:
Columbus, June 23, 1856
Dear Sir,
I thank you for your kind note. The cause of Freedom has won thus accordingly, due to me as it is, I assure you, of much satisfaction. But be assured that my part for this action has contributed in some degree to advance it. The Buffalo Convention (to which you allude) was a marked event in the progress of the cause, and I cannot but hope that the recent Philadelphia Convention will be commemorated in history as having united the masses whose cooperation was essential to its complete success. With a platform unexceptionable & a candidate whose character commands confidence of the country, we ought to succeed — we must succeed.
Yours truly,
S. P. Chase
Salmon P. Chase (January 13, 1808 – May 7, 1873) was an American politician and jurist who served as the sixth chief justice of the United States from 1864 to his death in 1873. He earlier served as the 25th United States secretary of the treasury from 1861 to 1864, funding the American Civil War during the administration of Abraham Lincoln. Chase also served as the 23rd governor of Ohio from 1856 to 1860, and represented Ohio in the United States Senate from 1849 to 1855 and again in 1861. Chase is therefore one of the few American politicians who have held constitutional office in all three branches of the federal government, in addition to serving in the highest state-level office.
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