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Lot #81
Robert F. Kennedy Telegrams

"The presidents body will lie in repose in the East Room of the White House"

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"The presidents body will lie in repose in the East Room of the White House"

Two telegrams from Robert F. Kennedy to JFK's research assistant, Deirdre Henderson, each one page, 8.5 x 5.5. The first is dated November 23, 1963, and reads: "The presidents body will lie in repose in the East Room of the White House Saturday. You are invited to join in paying him respects from 2:30 to 5:00 PM. Robert F. Kennedy." The second, dated December 7, 1967, in full: "I understand from a highly unreliable source that you played a major role in the recent weekly news magazine piece on Bedford Stuyvesant. Having check Periscope for clarification, I am more uncertain than ever. Be that as it may I want you to know how much I appreciate all you are doing, looking out for my interest. Best wishes sincerely, Bob Kennedy." Also includes a Western Union envelope, matte-finish 5 x 7 Bachrach portrait of JFK, and a JFK prayer card. In fine condition. From the collection of JFK's research assistant, Deirdre Henderson.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #512 - Ended November 08, 2017