Hayes, Rutherford Birchard (1822-1893) to George W. Childs re: buying a portrait of Gen. Grant for the White House
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02793.044 Author/Creator: Hayes, Rutherford Birchard (1822-1893) Place Written: Washington Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1879/02/14 Pagination: 1 p. 18 x 12 cm Order a Copy
Written as President
14 Feb 1879
My Dear Sir:
I am anxious to get for this house a portrait of Gen Grant, and if it is not practicable to consult his, or his family's wishes, I prefer to procure a portrait now without waiting for Gen G's return - There is a portrait here by Ulke three fourths size, that is well thought of. But in this matter I would like your judgement. Do you know of any satisfactory portrait, which could be copied?
Sincerely
R. B Hayes
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