TLS as president signed “John Kennedy,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, August 19, 1963. Letter to Margaret Cogswell, gratefully sending thanks for her support after the death of his premature son. In full: "You were kind indeed to think of us at this very difficult time. Your message was a comfort to me and my family and we are very grateful to you." In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
Ten days prior, John and Jackie Kennedy lost their newborn son Patrick to infant respiratory distress syndrome 39 hours after his birth. Having already suffered a miscarriage in 1954, and a stillbirth the following year, Patrick's death was an especially difficult loss for the First Couple. An assassin's bullet would claim the life of President Kennedy just three months later.
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