Description: A Map of the Baruch College Area of New York City Stewart sending thanks, urging General Walker to visit. ALEXANDER STEWART WEBB. Autograph Letter Signed “Webb,” as President of City College of New York, to General F.A. Walker. New York, N.Y. March 20, 1888. 3 pp., 8⅜ x 13 in. With holograph map. Inventory #22259 “As you made a drawing for me, I now endeavor to draw [for] you by the means of the map in the next sheet.” Historical Background Map shows the intersections of 23rd Street with 5th Avenue, Broadway, Lexington, Madison, and 4th Avenue, using arrows to show the path to his house, including present-day Baruch College. On “15 Lexington Avenue” letterhead. Alexander Stuart Webb (1835-1911). During the Civil War Webb rose to the rank of Major General in the Union Army. The highlight of his military career came at the Battle of Gettysburg, where he won the Medal of Honor for playing an instrumental role in stopping Picket’s Charge. Following the war he became the President of New York City College. Condition Very good. Remnants of prior mounting at corners of terminal page.SETH KALLER, INC.Historic Documents and Legacy Collections For over 20 years, Seth Kaller has been one of the country’s largest buyers of important historic documents and artifacts. More than 10,000 rare manuscripts, documents, maps, and books handled by Kaller are now in institutional and private collections including working drafts of the United States Constitution, Lincoln-signed copies of the 13th Amendment and Emancipation Proclamation, and rare prints and broadsides of the Declaration of Independence. Kaller is a member of the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America (ABAA), the Professional Autograph Dealers Association (PADA), the American Antiquarian Society, the Manuscript Society, the New-York Historical Society’s Chairman’s Council, and the Papers of Abraham Lincoln Advisory Board.Authenticity Guaranteed Everything we sell comes with our absolute guarantee that it is original and authentic. If this is ever proven not to be authentic it may be returned for a full refund.History You Can Own Whether you’re interested in the Founding Fathers, Documents of Freedom, Battles and Leaders, the Civil War, African-Americana, World History, Science, or a particular hero or villain, we can help you explore opportunities to take ownership of history.Build Your Own Collection We can coordinate every aspect of the process for you, from searching for individual items to building entire world-class collections for your home, business, foundation, or favorite museum. We can handle the pre-acquisition research, physical inspection and purchasing, auction representation, authentication, inventory, accounting reports, framing, and display.Help Your Favorite Institution Build a legacy by preserving history for generations to come. Through donations and loans to your favorite museum, library, or university, you ensure the survival of these important documents and act as a steward for personalities and ideas that shaped the world. We handle all the arrangements including insurance, transit, and proper acknowledgement for you. Donating can also bring substantial tax benefits. We have considerable experience working with tax attorneys and accountants to help maximize your benefit or minimize your cost as you promote your passion for history.
Price: 1250 USD
Location: White Plains, New York
End Time: 2023-09-22T17:45:32.000Z
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