TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10, White House letterhead, February 19, 1988. Reagan writes to Joseph Kingsbury-Smith. In part: “As you reflect upon a full life, and a magnificent career in journalism, you can do so with the knowledge that you have the enduring respect and gratitude of an entire nation. You have long epitomized the best in American journalism, and you serve as a shining example to all who aspire to the newspaper business. From a 16-year-old copy boy, to European correspondent, to Pulitzer Prize winner, to national editor and senior Washington representative, you’ve proved time and again your love for the profession of journalism—and your excellence in practicing it….” Kingsbury-Smith (1908–1999) was a Pulitzer Prize–winning reporter and publisher of the New York Journal-American. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. In very good condition, with light marginal soiling and staining and horizontal crease to bottom margin. RRAuction COA.
