Lot #136

Harry S. Truman

Description

'I...congratulate the American Woman's Association for its notable achievements in the past twenty-five years. In that time the position of women had been decisively consolidated in the nation's business, professional and political life'

TLS as president, one page, 8 x 9.75, White House letterhead, May 3, 1947. Letter to the president of the American Woman's Association. In part, 'I am glad to have this opportunity to congratulate the American Woman's Association for its notable achievements in the past twenty-five years. In that time the position of women had been decisively consolidated in the nation's business, professional and political life. Your organization can be proud of the part it played. The immediate years ahead require that we maintain our high living standards and strengthen our economic way of life in order that we may lead the world to permanent peace.' Matted and framed with a color portrait, to an overall size of 19 x 14.5. In fine condition, with a light shade of toning to edge and a darker block of toning from previous display. RRAuction COA.

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• Dates: #291 - Ended November 17, 2004