Lot 4224
Coolidge, Calvin. Typed Letter Signed as President, on White House letterhead, Washington, May 27, 1925, one page, quarto. To Charles G. Washburn, a former Republican congressman from Massachusetts. In part, "Thank you very much for your letter…regarding the Mecklenburg Sesquicentennial celebration. I am glad that your appointment on the Commission afforded you an opportunity to see…a striking demonstration of the growth of the new South, both materially and in the matter of public opinion." The Mecklenburg Sesquicentennial refers to the 150th year celebration of the first declaration of independence in the colonies, drawn up on May 20, 1775 by the citizens of Mecklenburg, North Carolina. Although the Civil War was still fresh in the minds of many southerners, Coolidge's reference to the "growth of the new South" shows that changes were gradually taking place. Light toning and minor blemishes. An excellent letter.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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