
2 Carter, James Earl. 39th President of the
United States, 1977-1981.
Autograph Letter Signed (As Governor) One page, Octavo,
recto. On his official gubernatorial stationery. In blue ink. Atlanta, GA. June 6, 1974. To the
Honorable Robert K. Young of Hays, Kansas. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope.
Thanking the judge for his valuable friendship and support, Carter writes:
" I really
appreciate your very complimentary note & will keep it until later this year, when I decide what to
do in the future".
Very Good. With two horizontal folds.
Estimated Value
$600-800.
Five months later, he announced his intention to seek the Democratic nomination for
the presidency.