Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility
(800) 937-3880
SELL

Lot #284
Henry Wade Typed Letter Signed

Scarce letter by the "Wade" in Roe v. Wade, thanking a juror: "Citizens who are willing to give of their time and effort in order to render just and proper verdicts form the foundation upon which our entire legal system rests"

This lot has closed

Estimate: $200+
Sell a Similar Item?
Share:  

Description

Scarce letter by the "Wade" in Roe v. Wade, thanking a juror: "Citizens who are willing to give of their time and effort in order to render just and proper verdicts form the foundation upon which our entire legal system rests"

American lawyer (1914-2001) who served as district attorney of Dallas County from 1951 to 1987, participating in two of the most famous court cases of the 20th century: the prosecution of Jack Ruby for killing Lee Harvey Oswald, and the U.S. Supreme Court's decision legalizing abortion, Roe v. Wade. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, November 10, 1967. Letter to Lilly B. England of Dallas, in part: "As one who is vitally concerned with justice and law enforcement in Dallas County, I want to express my appreciation to you for serving as a juror in the case of the State of Texas vs. William Edward Livingston. Dallas County citizens who are willing to give of their time and effort in order to render just and proper verdicts form the foundation upon which our entire legal system rests." In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring John F. Kennedy
  • Dates: #647 - Ended November 09, 2022





This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for (inquire for price)

*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.