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Lot #139
Theodore Roosevelt

“I doubt whether I can do that book for you; but—it will be a pleasure to see you here”

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“I doubt whether I can do that book for you; but—it will be a pleasure to see you here”

ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, Sagamore Hill stationery card, August 14, 1916. In a brief letter to Mr. Phillips, Roosevelt writes, in full: “I doubt whether I can do that book for you; but—it will be a pleasure to see you here at—lunch at one on Monday or Tuesday Aug 21st or 22nd. Which day will suit you? Take the 11 a. m. train from the Penn Station for Oyster Bay,” with a response penned on the reverse. Light surface rubbing, uniform toning, some light feathering to a few words of the text, a trivial impression, and a rusty paperclip imprint at the top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

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  • Dates: #380 - Ended December 07, 2011





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