Lot 4266
McKinley, William (1843-1901) 25th President of the United States, 1897-1901. Autograph Letter Signed ("Wm McKinley") as congressman and chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, Washington DC, May 10, 18804 pp, 5¼ x 5½ in. To Miss McDonald, regarding his wife, Ida. In part: "Mrs. McKinley wants your letter…answered at once and…requests me to reply….In the event her Father comes she will go to N.Y. with him later in the week….She is greatly obliged for your kindness and will be glad to have you with her while in N.Y. I feel quite secure when you are looking after Mrs. McK….We enjoyed your visit greatly. Ida got the samples for which accept thanks…." Written in purple ink, with a few smears. McKinley was deeply devoted to his invalid wife, who suffered from seizures.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
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