Father of Franklin D. Roosevelt (1828-1900). ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Hyde Park letterhead, December 30, 1882. Roosevelt sends a letter of introduction to president Grover Cleveland. In part: “John W. Butts…who has always done the party good service, and an earnest worker, is an applicant for the position of Harbor Master…it gives me much pleasure to enclose his application.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.
