TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, April 30, 1968. As Vietnam lingers on and just one month after announcing his decision not to seek re-election due to a division in the American house, Johnson writes to the News Editor of the Franklin Chronicle. In part, “I am deeply grateful for the encouragement of your confidence at this time. The peace we seek will come sooner when all Americans unite in its pursuit. Your leadership and faith helps to assure that.” In fine condition, with two horizontal mailing folds. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
