TLS, one page, 6.75 x 8.5, Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor letterhead, October 31, 1916. Coolidge writes to the Trustees of the Smith Charities in Northampton, Massachusetts. In part: “I have known Mr. Thomas P. Ryan for a number of years, and I know that he is a young man of good character, of sober and industrious habits. I think that he comes peculiarly within the provisions of the Smith will, and am glad to recommend him as worthy in every way of its benefits….” Intersecting folds (vertical fold to first name) and light scattered wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.