TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 8.5 x 11, March 15, 1946. Letter to the president of Columbia University, Nicholas Murray Butler. In full, “I have received your telegram, asking my wife, daughter and myself to dine with you at your home on March 17 or 18. This would be a great pleasure to us, but I regret that I do not feel I can add to the engagements to which I am already committed during my forthcoming short stay in New York. In this I hope you will excuse me. Thank you so much for the kindness of your invitation, which it is most agreeable to receive.” Intersecting mailing folds, one through middle initial of signature, punch and staple hole to top left, and a few creases near the edges, otherwise fine condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
