[ Autograph ] James Russell Lowell 1819-1891 American poet, essayistand diplomat who succeeded Longfellow's chair at Harvard. A.L.S. 2pp.8vo., Elmwood, Jan. 26, 1875 to Mr. Clark. Lowell provides details concerning Harvard class officers, and refers to an article he has written about the university. some offsetting to first page, second page and signature unaffected.