Hoffman (1898–1985) is considered the father of US weightlifting. Schemansky, aka Mr. Weightlifting, won four Olympic medals, each in a separate year. Two items: one TLS from Bob Hoffman to Bill Good (a famous early weightlifting champion) signed in pencil, “Bob,” one page, 8.5 x 11, York Oil Burner Company letterhead, March 15, 1932 (the year he launched the world famous York Barbell). In part: “Team #3 thinks that they can beat your team if you should count the same fellows again. I don’t believe that they can but it will give everyone something to look forward to and strive for”; and one Strength and Health magazine from January 1946, 8.5 x 11.5, featuring Hoffman on the cover, signed on the front cover in red felt tip by Norbert Schemansky. In overall very good condition, with moderate toning to the letter and scattered creases and wear to the magazine. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the letter. RR Auction COA.
