TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Metropolitan letterhead, November 4, 1916. Roosevelt writes to General S. B. M. Young of the Association for National Service. In part: “I do not think it would be wise for me or wise for your Association that I should accept the honorary presidency, but I would particularly like to be associated at any time in the way of writing you a strong letter to back up your position on any or all points. Now, will you do me the favor of getting in touch with Mr. Mencken of the National Security League? They want me to make an address at the Security league dinner. I would like to have your body act jointly with the Security League on that occasion, and I would like to have you introduce me when I speak.” Accompanied by several unsigned typed drafts of related correspondence; one is Young’s response, urging Roosevelt to write a letter in support of a draft for men between the ages of 18 and 21, while another encourages Roosevelt to run for the presidency in 1920. In very good condition, with mailing fold touching signature, scattered wrinkles and impressions, a few stray ink spots, and a strip of marginal toning. The signature is clean and otherwise unaffected. LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
