TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, October 9, 1973. Letter to Helen Copley, the widow of newspaper publisher James S. Copley. In part: “There is so little we can say—yet so much we feel for you at this sad time. Jim was a close friend and advisor to me for more than a quarter of a century—losing him is like losing a member of our own family. Yet we cannot help but feel a tremendous gratitude for the privilege of having known Jim, gratitude as we remember his buoyant spirit, his generous heart and his unfailing devotion to our Nation; gratitude, too, because we could share his life and his example with our daughters as they grew up—knowing they, like us, would derive continuing inspiration from the fullness and purpose of his life. You have the greatest loss to bear, and these have been long, difficult days for you. All the Nixons are keeping you in our prayers, and we feel certain you will face the future with all the courage we know you to have.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. James Copley, whose newspapers had always supported Nixon, had passed away of cancer just three days earlier. The date this letter was written is of particular note—on the evening of October 9, Vice President Spiro T. Agnew informed President Nixon of his intent to resign, effective the following day. This also bears Nixon’s infrequently seen full presidential signature, which was usually reserved for official documents. A great combination of associations topped off by his extremely rare full signature on a letter as president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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