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Sandra Day O’Connor

First woman Justice reacted with “disbelief and humility,” on her appointment

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First woman Justice reacted with “disbelief and humility,” on her appointment

First female Supreme Court Justice. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Court of Appeals, State of Arizona letterhead, no date. Letter of thanks from the recently appointed Supreme Court Justice. In part, “I have probably received over 4000 letters which I have read…I had so many thoughts going through my mind when the President talked to me that it is hard to remember them all. However, disbelief and humility were among my emotional reactions.” In fine condition, with vertical crease to right side, and binder dings and small spot to left edge. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #326 - Ended October 17, 2007