TLS as President, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, January 9, 1962. Kennedy writes an admirer in Ohio. In full: “Many thanks to you and Mrs. McSweeney for your warm thought of me and my family. It is certainly good to learn of your recovery from a stroke, and your comments encourage me in the illness of my father. I am happy to give you the enclosed picture [not included], with my best wishes to you for the years ahead....” On the same day, Cuba and the Soviet Union signed a trade agreement, which, just a month later, led to the trade embargo which stands to this day. Kennedy’s father, Joseph, was a very private person, and it is rare to see him referenced in his son’s correspondence. In very fine condition, without even the presence of a mailing fold. JSA/John Reznikoff Auction LOA and RRAuction COA.
