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Bush, George H.W (1924-) 41st President of the United States. Autograph Letter Signed ("George") as Vice President, October 27, 1981, n.p. On official note paper, with navy border and seal, to "Cy." The Vice President writes: "Got yours of 10-23. Great suggestions - except golf. I have re-given up golf. Played with Dean and was horrible. All the best." Very Fine (Photo).
Estimate $200-250. |
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| Lot 234 |
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Eisenhower, Dwight D. Typed Letter Signed as President, August 30, 1960, Washington, 1 page quarto. On "White House" letterhead, to A. W. Gilmore of General Electric. In part: "Recently I learned that through an unfortunate oversight I did not acknowledge to you personally the putter that Mr. Robert O'Neil brought to my office in Newport earlier this summer. I marvel at the skill that enables you to make a club such as this, particularly since I understand you do it only as a hobby...." With transmittal envelope. Very Fine (Photo).
Estimate $400-600. |
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| Lot 235 |
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Eisenhower, Dwight D (1890-1969) 34th President of the United States. Typed Letter Signed ("Ike"), March 21, 1961, Palm Desert, California, 1 page quarto. Written to international affairs specialist Robert Cutler in Washington, D.C. on letterhead with engraved "DDE". In part: "...I am glad to report that my trip to Mexico was a delightful experience and that I have now returned to my favorite sport (after being away from the course for about four weeks)....I understand that some of the people on the Hill are taking a second look at you...." Ike was, of course, an avid golfer. Very Fine (Photo).
Estimate $400-600. |
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| Lot 236 |
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President Ford Gets a Tennis Lesson From Pancho Gonzalez -- Then Crushes Dick Stockton & Jim Baker! (1913-) 38th President of the United States, 1974-1977.
Autograph Letter Signed. One page, Octavo, on gilt embossed personal letterhead, [Palm Springs, California] May 9, 1978. To Tennis great Pancho Gonzalez, winner of four Grand Slam Titles, thanking the tennis star for a lesson he has just received. Ford writes:
"Dear Pancho: Just a note to thank you for your wonderful assistance in preparation for my tennis match in Houston. Good news. John Newcombe & I defeated Dick Stockton & Jim Baker 6 - 1. I played well enough to help a little. A few disasters at the net but the serve & volleying went well. Again, I'm most grateful. You were most helpful. If you come to Palm Springs please give me a call. Sincerely, Jerry Ford."
Play tennis? Ford letters simply don't get better than this (Photo).
Estimate $1,000-1,250. |
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| Lot 237 |
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Reagan, Ronald (1911-) 40th President of the United States. Autograph Letter Signed ("Ronnie"), November 6, n.y., n.p., 1 page quarto. On personal stationery, to Mr (A.W.) Gilmore in Providence, R.I. In part: "...When we were hastily moving on and they told me of the 'Eisenhower putter' I assumed it was on hand and so expressed my very great delight (And dont get me wrong it would be a treasured possession.) But I am worried that it is an imposition on you. Please let me know if this is so because I would feel guilty moving into line ahead of your many other requests...." Written in blue pen. Two staple marks at upper left, else Fine (Photo).
Estimate $900-1,200. |
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