TLS signed “Ike,” one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, November 14, 1952. Letter to his older brother Edgar Eisenhower, in part: “I have already fixed on the identity of my Attorney General. The only reason I don’t give you his name here is because a letter like this can always possibly go astray. However, I do assure you that I share your concern regarding the importance of that position and the need for putting in it only the best man I can find. In view of your own unavailability (because of your name), I have selected the top man in the country! Incidentally, if you and any of your family would like to come to the Inauguration, I think you should instantly send a message to Tom Stephens...I do not know anything about the matter at all—I will be lucky if I am there myself—but there are probably details of reservations and tickets that must be attended to. This ought to be done at once. Of course I should like for you to be there if you can...The Inaugural Ball of four years ago was white tie, so everybody has to bring their best bib and tucker if they are going to do that. I assure that you miss nothing whatsoever if you skip it.” In fine condition, with minor scattered creasing. Written just ten days after Eisenhower won the 1952 presidential election, this letter to his brother offers a glimpse into the speed and confidence with which the new president began filling his Cabinet. With a distinguished legal and political career—a five-time member of the New York State Assembly and former chairman of the Republican National Committee, among other things—Herbert Brownell, Jr., was an easy choice for Eisenhower’s Attorney General. He had been instrumental in convincing Eisenhower to run, and was a key figure in his victorious campaign. A fascinating letter from the soon-to-be president, seemingly unimpressed by the upcoming inaugural excitement and ready to get to work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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