1088. JAMES CALHOUN Rare L.S. "James Calhoun" at the conclusion of a secretarially-written letter from George A. Custer, 1p. 4to., Fort Abraham Lincoln, Aug. 31, 1875, inviting Gen. Alfred H. Terry to join him at Fort Abraham Lincoln. In part: "...Some accident may have detained the Secretary. Our lookout on the hill can see up the river ten or more miles so that by means of our ferry you could get to Bismarck landing in advance of a steamer...We have plenty of room here and can make you more comfortable...Had you not better come over and bring Col. Barr and major Hughes with you [signed] G. A. Custer...". Folds, a pin hole at top margin, otherwise very good condition. $2,000 - 2,500