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Ronald Reagan

“Dutch” writes to the widow of the radio station program director who gave him his first job in 1932

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“Dutch” writes to the widow of the radio station program director who gave him his first job in 1932

ALS signed “Dutch,” one page, 6.25 x 4.25, personal letterhead, July 11, 1990. Letter to his longtime friend Lydia ‘Hup’ MacArthur. In full: “Rcvd. your letter and happy to hear the result of your exam. Sorry though about Dottie and Myrtle. I’m happy to report my finger has healed and I didn’t loose the nail. We’re off to the ranch again tomorrow and looking forward to it. We try to get there a few days each month. Weather here is unusually hot right now. Well lots of love and you are in our prayers too.” In fine condition, with a couple light smudges to a few words. Lydia Hupfer ‘Hup’ MacArthur was the widow of Pete MacArthur, program director of WOC in Davenport, Iowa. In 1932, MacArthur had given a then 21-year-old Reagan his first job as a sports announcer. They would remain friends until her passing at the age of 102 in 1995. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #434 - Ended August 13, 2014





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