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Lot #147
Winston Churchill

Raising his glass: “Thank you so much ... for the special kind of Schnaps made from William pears”

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Raising his glass: “Thank you so much ... for the special kind of Schnaps made from William pears”

TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, December 6, 1955. Churchill writes to Willy Sax. In full: “Thank you so much for your letter of good wishes and for the special kind of Schnaps [sic] made from William pears which you sent to me for my birthday. It is a most agreeable gift.” The recipient (1898–1964) was a Swiss manufacturer of paints and a longtime correspondent of Churchill’s who later wrote a book about his relationship with the esteemed statesman. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Punch hole at upper left and intersecting mailing folds, otherwise fine, fresh condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #336 - Ended August 13, 2008