US Navy admiral during World War II (1886–1969) remembered for commanding forces during the Battle of Midway and the Battle of the Philippine Sea. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, December 6, 1964. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “‘Thank you’ for your kindness in sending me the batch of newspaper photos…Yesterday I was able to find two persons who were happy to get two of the photos that were in the batch you sent…The U. S. Senator and the Representative on our ballots got in, but otherwise our votes seemed to have had little effect.” In fine condition, with light overall wrinkling and a few pencil notations to the bottom. RRAuction COA.
