TLS, signed “Jerry Ford,” two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal embossed letterhead, February 8, 1999. In a letter to the Honorable Daniel Patrick Moynihan, Ford invites the New York Senator to an upcoming event, in part: “I’m writing to tell you of an exciting event coming up at my Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids, and invite your participation in it. The American Century will be the largest temporary exhibit in the history of the Presidential library system. Set to open next April 10 for a six month run, the exhibit will cover 5,000 square feet and feature over 500 historic artifacts and documents assembled from more than 100 institutions and individuals. It will include, among other things: the flight suit worn by Charles Lindbergh during his historical New York to Paris flight of May, 1921, a wheelchair used by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, James Dean’s motorcycle, a nuclear weapon (disarmed)…a straightjacket worn by Harry Houdini–Bonnie and Clyde’s bullet-riddled hats…I am writing in hope that you might be able to participate in the Series…I would be greatly honored if you could accept this invitation…Betty joins me in wishing you and yours a new year that is filled with blessings.” A crease towards the bottom left corner of the first page and bottom right corner of the second page, serial numbers printed along the left edge of both pages, and a notation made in another hand at the top right corner of the first page, otherwise fine condition. Moynihan served through four consecutive presidential administrations, beginning with Kennedy, and alongside Ford. Written during the senator’s last active term, this letter serves as a great piece of correspondence referencing the esteemed senator and one half of Ford’s legendary Presidential Museum. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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