Lot #36

Calvin Coolidge

Description

'The picture which I have autographed was probably taken at the White House, south grounds, during a reception which we held there each year for the disabled soldiers.'

TLS, one page, 6.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, June 17, 1932. Letter to an admirer. In part, 'The picture which I have autographed was probably taken at the White House, south grounds, during a reception which we held there each year for the disabled soldiers of the hospitals about Washington...I am quite sure it has no connection with Colonel Lindbergh, otherwise, he would be standing beside Mrs. Coolidge and me.' Accompanied by the 2.5 x 3.25 photo of Coolidge meeting soldiers on the grounds, signed in fountain pen by Coolidge (another man, Floyd Whitmarsh, has signed at the top). Both are matted and framed, to an overall size of 11.5 x 14.5. In fine condition, with a light shade of toning to letter, notation to top of photo and Coolidge signature, light but legible. RRAuction COA.

Auction Info

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• Dates: #291 - Ended November 17, 2004