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Chester Nimitz

Chester Nimitz

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Chester Nimitz

TLS signed “C. W. Nimitz,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Navy Department Bureau of Navigation letterhead, July 15, 1937. Letter to Harry F. Morse, Chairman of the Connecticut Governor’s Regatta Committee. In part: “Your letter…regarding the loan for the Regatta for the Governor of Connecticut, of loud speaker equipment…has been referred to the Bureau of Navigation…with his request for Naval cooperation…Will you please communicate direct with the Commanding Officer, U. S. Naval Station, Newport, R. I.…Their familiarity with any equipment they have available together with the information you will be able to supply will allow them to make decisions as to the possibility of giving you the assistance requested.” In very good condition, with torn punch holes to left edge, pencil notation near top, and a uniform shade of toning. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #413 - Ended August 14, 2013