TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, US Naval Training Station letterhead, May 16, 1918. Letter to James Francis Cooke. In part: “I have been out on Liberty Loan Drives, Navy Relief work, etc. I will read the May issue of the Etude with great pleasure and regret that I had not the time to give you more stuff for that occasion. I leave tomorrow on a Red Cross drive with the Band Battalion, which by the way, the Eastern Cities will not be here on this occasion, as we will visit towns like Detroit and Cleveland. I have received permission from the Government to go on non-duty status and will, therefore, be with my Band at Willow Grove this summer where I sincerely hope to see you and say how-do-you-do with the kindest possible feeling of friendship.” Accompanied by an original program from Sousa’s August 20, 1913, concert at the Willow Grove Park. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a few edge tears and creases, and mild toning to borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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