Dynamic, often belligerent, highly influential leader of the Soviet Union (1894–1971) from 1953, when he came to power upon the death of Stalin, to 1964, when he was forced to retire by his own party. DS, in Russian, one page, 7 x 11.25, February 5, 1944. The typed text of a telegram in which Khruschev mentions a “catastrophic” shortage of paper for newspapers in the Ukraine and orders 50 railroad wagons for transporting the necessary paper. Khruschev signs at the conclusion in purple pencil, also adding the recipient’s name and the date. In very good condition, with light wrinkles, irregular left margin (tears and chips), and a hint of mild scattered soiling. The writing is clear and well-contrasted. R&R COA.
