Harrison, William Henry. (1773-1841) 9th President of the United States, 1841.
Rare War of 1812 Autograph Document Written by William Henry Harrison and Signed by his wife Anna Harrison. One page, Octavo, Cincinnati, September 29, 1812. Addressed and docketed on verso, to General James Taylor.
A fine War of 1812 document written in the hand of General William Henry Harrison and signed by his wife and future first lady Anna Harrison, acknowledging the receipt from General James Taylor of part of one month's salary for Harrison's services as Major-General in the War of 1812. The document also acknowledges an order for part of Harrison's salary to be paid to Charles Wilkins. William Henry Harrison had asked General Taylor to make this distribution of his salary, and he formalizes the arrangement in this receipt. The document reads:
"Received of Jas.Taylor an order in favor of Chs. Wilkins Esqr. on Messrs. J&P Dudley on the requisition with in favor of sd. Wilkins also has paid me the sum of Two hundred & Thirteen dollars the balance of the Pay & Subsistence account mentioned within. Cincinnati September 29th, 1812. Anna Harrison."
During the War of 1812, General Harrison used his own money and credit to pay his troops. He took to the field as Brigadier General of the Kentucky Militia, and acted as Quartermaster of the Northwestern Army under General Hull. Harrison's military fame during the war proved lasting: it made him a war hero and brought about his subsequent election to the Presidency. Anna Harrison's autograph is rare, and this is a unique association between the future President and his first lady.
Fine.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.
