By: Schuyler J. Rumsey Auctions, Inc.
lot # 438 - united states postal history free franks - politicians
Henry Clay. Secretary of State 1825-29. Manuscript "Free H. clay" free frank on folded cover to Frankford Ky., red "Lexington Ky. Nov 30" cds redated in manuscript "Dec. 1", Very Fine.
Estimate; $150 - 200.
Henry Clay, Sr. (1777-1852) was an American lawyer, politician, and skilled orator who represented Kentucky in both the United States Senate and House of Representatives. He served three different terms as Speaker of the House of Representatives and was also Secretary of State from 1825 to 1829. He lost his campaigns for president in 1824, 1832 and 1844. Henry Clay generally did not indicate his office when franking mail as required by regulations.
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