TLS as president signed “DE,” one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, January 16, 1961. Letter to Barry T. Leithead, written four days before leaving the presidency. In part: "For almost eight years I have lived in ignorance of the identity of the individuals who so thoughtfully and kindly provided the means by which was built the house at Augusta, now known as Mamie's Cabin…The house has enabled Mamie and me, when in Augusta, to entertain good friends in a family atmosphere and, when we so choose, to live in complete privacy. The consideration of the group in assuring us that the house would be available to us through our lifetime, rather than merely during my service as President, doubles its value to us, particularly on the sentimental side. I shall hope, at some future time, to have an opportunity to thank you more intimately and personally. But I did not want to leave this office without making a written record of my gratitude." In fine condition. The Eisenhower Cabin at Augusta National Golf Club, situated beside the #10 tee, is distinguished from the others by the gilded eagle that adorns the pediment. Eisenhower, an avid golfer, paid frequent visits to the club throughout his lifetime.
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