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Harry S. Truman

Calling the president on the carpet: “I saw the President the other day and told him what I thought of his attitude”

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Calling the president on the carpet: “I saw the President the other day and told him what I thought of his attitude”

TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, January 13, 1939. Letter to friend Rufus Burrus in Independence, Missouri. In part, “I saw the President the other day and told him what I thought of his attitude. I don’t know whether it will have any lasting effect or not.” Truman adds a handwritten postscript under his signature, “Tell me how the new Court functions.” In fine condition, with horizontal mailing fold through signature, two punch holes to top, and a pencil office notation at top. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #323 - Ended July 18, 2007