^Lot 156 Oliver Ames

President of Union Pacific Railroad, the 35th governor of Massachusetts, and a congressman impeached in the Credit Mobilier scandal. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, January 19, 1891. Letter to an associate. In part: “When you are ready to incorporate the new Co., please report the scheme—and I will then say whether I am willing to have my name associated with it.” Letter is affixed by its left edge to a larger sheet. In fine condition.