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Lot #171
William H. Taft

Newly named Chief Justice Taft thanks a former colleague from “when I was Secretary of War so many years ago”

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Newly named Chief Justice Taft thanks a former colleague from “when I was Secretary of War so many years ago”

TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 8 x 10.5, August 3, 1921. Taft writes John B. Randolph of the War Department. In full: “I have your letter of July 30th and thank you for your kind congratulations upon my appointment to be Chief Justice and for your good wishes. I remember well my association with you when I was Secretary of War so many years ago.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, light edge toning, crease to lower right corner, and a slight brush to the end of his first name. Upon his appointment to the high court, the 27th president became the only person to have served in both offices. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #360 - Ended August 11, 2010





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