$13,530
Roosevelt, Franklin Delano (1882-1945) Autograph Letter Signed. Single leaf of White House letterhead, regarding a coal mining strike, framed, 10 1/2 x 8 in. "Dear Mr. Secretary, As I prepare to go to the train I am made happy by your good news. Will you tell the hundreds of thousands of coal miners and the many operators that tonight's agreement will make my long deferred vacation a greater pleasure-- and also that this is a splendid example of the usefulness of the principles of collective bargaining to which we are all committed. Very sincerely yours, Franklin D. Roosevelt" Estimate $3,000-4,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-12
