Lee, Robert Edward

Autograph letter, signed ("R E Lee"), 1 page (7 x 5 1/4 in.; 178 x 133 mm), Lexington, Virginia, 2 November 1865, to Reverend D.F. Sprigg, presenting news; formerly folded, a bit soiled at folds.

Autograph letter, signed ("R E Lee"), 1 page (7 x 5 1/4 in.; 178 x 133 mm), Lexington, Virginia, 2 November 1865, to Reverend D.F. Sprigg, presenting news; formerly folded, a bit soiled at folds.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The newly-installed President of Washington College writes to a family friend and minister of the Episcopalian congregation in Martinsburg, Virginia, "The prospects of the South look more promising, and I hope all things will work together for the good of the country."

Lee excuses his last letter, written after his wife had already written to Sprigg: "I have not yet been able to bring her to Lexington, but hope to do so this month." [She arrived on 2 December]. He asks that only one copy of the religious weekly The Churchman be sent to his new address. "I shall be glad if any thing I said will be of benefit to the S.C. but my letters are only intended for those to whom they are addressed."