TLS, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, July 23, 1940. Written from Hyde Park, a letter to Gustavus A. Rogers, in full: "It was mighty thoughtful of you to send me such a gracious message. I am indeed grateful for the many expressions of confidence in my leadership which the events of the past few days have brought to me." In very good to fine condition, with light creasing, staining, and soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. On July 18, 1940, the final day of the 1940 Democratic National Convention, incumbent President Roosevelt was nominated for an unprecedented third term.
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