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Robert F. Kennedy

The newly appointed attorney general declines “to deliver a lecture in regard to our Constitution”

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The newly appointed attorney general declines “to deliver a lecture in regard to our Constitution”

TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, Office of the Attorney General letterhead, January 30, 1961. Letter to Hugh F. Downey, executive director of the Lowell City Library. In part: “You invite me to deliver a lecture in regard to our Constitution, during your current lecture series. Much as I would like to accept, I do not feel that I should at the present time because of new responsibilities. However, I appreciate your thoughtfulness and interest.” In fine condition. Kennedy was indeed tasked with “new responsibilities,” having been appointed to the position of attorney general just ten days earlier upon his brother’s inauguration as president of the United States. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #443 - Ended December 10, 2014





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