TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, Office of Dwight D. Eisenhower letterhead, December 26, 1952. President-elect Eisenhower deftly sidesteps an attempt by a New York merchant to solicit inauguration tickets with personal gifts. In part, “Your presents are so nice that they come very close to exceeding the policy of ‘very moderate value’ that I have set for myself over the next four years…As to the tickets for the Inauguration, I have had nothing whatsoever to do with the arrangements…I am very much afraid, however, that your request has come in too late to be assured of a favorable response.” Accompanied by the original letter of request. In very good condition, with expected folds, light wrinkling, toning to vertical and top edges and a nice signature. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
