TLS signed “Father,” one page, 8 x 10.5, State of New York Executive Chamber letterhead, March 17, 1932. In a letter to his son James, FDR writes, in full: “Mr. Samuel Smith, of Albany and Massachusetts, has been doing some very fine work in my behalf and I hope much you can have a talk with him. He has been running busses from Albany to various places in Massachusetts and has a wide acquaintance. Also, he is a good friend of Dave Walsh.” Uniform toning, a few trivial spots of soiling, a faint paperclip impression and small tear at the top edge, otherwise fine condition. An uncommon and highly-desirable signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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