Rutherford B. Hayes 1888 Autograph Letter Signed - "Silence and Discretion"

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19th President.  Autograph letter signed (ALS)
"Rutherford B. Hayes",
July 26, 1888, sent from Fremont, Ohio, 5.5x8.5, to Guy Cowly, in full:
A word of caution. Never use items gained in private conversation, not intended for publication, so that they can be traced to the informant.  Naming 'Milton near Boston' does this easily.
My friend
might
be put in an awkward place, and I
might
be made a political meddler.
Of course I anticipate no such thing.  In any event silence and discretion.
In fine condition.
Great letter from the former President warning about discretion with the press.
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