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Lot #80
Herbert Hoover

“Don’t go bumming around Europe while the coal supply is cut off”

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“Don’t go bumming around Europe while the coal supply is cut off”

ALS signed “H. Hoover,” two pages, 5.75 x 8.75, no date. Hoover writes to “My dear Friend.” In full: “I am sorry not to see you again before you go abroad. I am always indebted to you for those kindnesses of life that makes [sic] this world worth while. Don’t go bumming around Europe while the coal supply is cut off & catch cold!…” According to the consignor, the original recipient was publisher Melville Stone (1848–1929). In very good condition, with scattered soiling and wrinkling. The writing is dark and clear throughout. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #335 - Ended July 16, 2008