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Franklin D. Roosevelt

“I sent a message last year and the year before but the Legislature in its infinite wisdom has failed to take any action whatsoever. What can a poor fellow do!”

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“I sent a message last year and the year before but the Legislature in its infinite wisdom has failed to take any action whatsoever. What can a poor fellow do!”

TLS, one page, 8 x 10, State of New York letterhead, April 2, 1931. Letter to a concerned resident. In part, 'I sent a message yesterday asking for just the kind of commission you suggest. I sent a message last year and the year before but the Legislature in its infinite wisdom has failed to take any action whatsoever. What can a poor fellow do!' Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, several pencil marks, partial horizontal fold separations and mounting remnants to reverse. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #284 - Ended April 21, 2004