signed
by EDMUND BURKE
EDMUND BURKE (1729-1797). Burke was an Irish politician, philosopher, and longtime British parliamentarian. ALS. 1pg. May 1, 1796. Baconsfield, England. An autograph letter signed “Edm. Burke”. Burke wrote to banker Stephen Thurston Adey. “My Dear Adey, I suppose you have already had a Bill drawn on your home from Wm. Smettel at Bath for twenty five pounds on my account. I beg you to honour it. I am ever my d. friend Very truly yours Edm Burke”. The letter is in very good condition, with creasing, mild discoloration, and small tears throughout. Burke is a scarce autograph. (Inventory #: 5286)