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THE LATE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

Autograph Statement Signed, "G.W. Dunbar." Two pages, 4 3/4" x 7 1/2". No place. No date [1856]. Dunbar writes: "The late Presidential Election of the United States was an election of more than common interest, and so deeply was the issue felt and considered by all political parties, not only in this country but in others countries, that not a single point, that could be bought to bear upon the party questions was not brought forward and used to the best considered purpose, One party held up the Slane [sic] before the eyes of Voters to get their votes through sympathy. Other of another party cried "bleeding Kansas" to us, Other's of another party contradicted all stories and recommended their candidates upon merit leaving the result in the hands of the dispensation of Providence, and we must yield all our opinions and abide the result of his wisdom and rejoice in His providence and study to inform ourselves the best course to act to perpetuate this Good and Glorious Union of States. G.W. Dunbar" Extremely Fine