signed
by DANIEL WEBSTER
DANIEL WEBSTER (1782-1852). Webster, a Massachusetts and New Hampshire Congressman, served as Secretary of State in the Harrison/Tyler and Fillmore administrations. He unsuccessfully ran for President in 1836 and became the premier Senator and orator of his day. SB. 88pg. 1847. Philadelphia. A printed speech signed “For Mr. Callamare From D.W.” on the top margin. The speech is entitled “Dinner To The Hon. Daniel Webster…By The Merchants, and Other Citizens of Philadelphia, December 6, 1846”. The speech is in fine condition and has been rebound into a more modern binding; there is a Dartmouth College label on the inside of the front cover. (Inventory #: 4257)