TLS as president signed “W. McKinley,” one page trimmed in size to 7.25 x 9.5, personal letterhead, February 9, 1897. McKinley writes to the Rev. T. De Witt Talmage in Washington, D.C. In full: I most cordially appreciate the kindly spirit in which you write and the generous invitation of the Trustees of your church. I certainly hope to have the privilege of being numbered among your congregation, not once but often. In very good condition, with trimming as noted, intersecting folds (vertical fold to last name), light wrinkling and handling wear, and small water spot and blot to one word of text. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.