St. Joseph, Fl. T., Sep 16 (Florida territory). Full clear cds with matching straight line "Free" handstamp (type IVa) and manuscript "James Black P.M." free frank on 1837 folded letter to Hon. Charles Downing, In Congress, Washington D.C., letter regarding applicant for commission in the Regular Army…has been engaged in two campaigns during the present war with the Indians…In the battle of Alaqua West Florida he displayed the greatest conduct., Very Fine, only two such territorial free franking usages are recorded. Estimate  $300 - 400. $0 (Image)