John Brown Twice Signed Handwritten Letter to his Wife "I have seen nothing of Frederick as yet"

John Brown (1800-1859). Autograph Letter Signed,"John Brown", 1p, 7.875" x 12.375", Winebago, Illinois, March 13, 1855. With integral address leaf at verso, entirely in Brown's hand and signed a second time as addressed to his wife, "Mrs John Brown". Pencil and ink notations from previous collector at bottom portion of letter. Expected mailing folds, small loss at top fold intersections. Opening tear at top not affecting text. One-inch closed tear at right edge. Toning and scattered foxing. Overall, in very good condition.

Brown writes to his wife, Mary, in Akron, Ohio, shortly before his move to Kansas Territory. During that time, he rallied support to fight proslavery forces, and became the leader of the antislavery forces. His wife refused to relocate to Kansas. 

His letter reads: "I have purchased a small lot of Wheat, & Corn, which I think of keeping with untill I get it through Toledo; or I should probably have been at home this Evening. I may be detained in getting it through some two or three days longer than it would otherwise take me; & therefore I write. I have seen nothing of Frederick as yet, & feel some disappointed on account of it. Have received the greater part of the money I expected of Frederick. Your affectionate Husband / March 14th at Chicago".

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

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