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Lyndon B. Johnson Typed Letter Signed

Johnson assumes the presidency: "It is reassuring to know that dedicated Americans like you are with me in these difficult hours"

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Johnson assumes the presidency: "It is reassuring to know that dedicated Americans like you are with me in these difficult hours"

TLS as president signed “Lyndon,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, December 2, 1963. Letter to the Hon. John Snyder, who had served as Secretary of the Treasury in the Truman administration. In full: "Your warm telegram meant much to me. It is reassuring to know that dedicated Americans like you are with me in these difficult hours and I will always be grateful. Warm good wishes." At the bottom, Johnson pens a handwritten postscript: "Enjoyed seeing you looking so well—good luck." In fine to very fine condition. Vice President Johnson was quickly sworn into office on board Air Force One in Dallas on November 22, 1963, just 99 minutes after President Kennedy was pronounced dead. Dating to ten days after the assassination, this remarkable letter comes from the very start of Johnson's presidency during a time when the nation was still in mourning. A fantastic, historically significant piece of correspondence.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #512 - Ended November 08, 2017





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