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Sale 32: The Winter Sale

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U.S. Autographs & Free Franks: Presidents (19th-40th), Widows & V. Presi

Lot 149

Grover Cleveland (1837-1908, 22nd 1885-89 & 24th 1893-97 President). Signature "Grover Cleveland" on card dated "Dec. 26, 1900", some mounting adherence on reverse, Very Fine.
Estimate    $100 - 150.

Cleveland is the only one to serve two non-consecutive terms. He was Mayor of Buffalo and then Governor of New York, where he earned a reputation for integrity. He defeated James Blaine for President in 1884, lost to Benjamin Harrison in 1888, and then defeated Harrison in 1892. During his terms, he created the Interstate Commerce Commission, signed the Presidential Succession Act, and settled the violent Pullman strike.

Realized: $150

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