Founder of the restaurant chain that bears his name (1909–1998), which began as a hamburger stand and grew into an international, multibillion-dollar empire. Three items: color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in green felt tip “With my best wishes to Consul General B. Hoffman, Richard McDonald”; 1991 TLS to Hoffman, sending thanks and “enclosing one of my cards … made from bamboo … given to me by a Japanese friend of mine”; and the bamboo business card in question. In fine condition. R&R COA.
