TLS, one page, 7 x 8.745, White House letterhead, April 19, 1915. Letter to Professor Charles B. Wright, who had been Wilson’s classmate during graduate school at Johns Hopkins. In full: “It was a real pleasure to see your handwriting again and to know that you were well. I am sincerely sorry to have missed you. It would have been a great pleasure to see you. It is a deep gratification to have you speak as you do of my public service. I remember the old days with a great deal of affection and value more than I can say the friendship of the old friends.” In fine condition, with slight feathering to ink. Accompanied by the original White House mailing envelope. A wonderfully personal letter from the president, remembering fondly his simpler days in college while issues of worldwide significance weighed on his mind—World War I had broken out in Europe in the previous year, and Wilson’s administration was split with regard to remaining neutral or joining the Allied Powers. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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