Lot 4318
Truman, Harry S. Typed Letter Signed as President, on White House letterhead, Washington, September 25, 1946, one page, quarto. To U.S. Solicitor General J. Howard McGrath, regretfully accepting his resignation so that he could be the Democratic nominee for U.S. senator from Rhode Island. In part: "You have filled this position with honor and distinction and your conduct of the office has justified the admiration of your friends here and throughout the country. / You brought to the great office of Solicitor General high integrity, vigor of intellect, wide knowledge of the law and a determination to serve the public interest. The superior character of your work entitles you to take rank among the most eminent of your predecessors…." McGrath had served as Governor of Rhode Island 1941-45; he would serve as U.S. senator 1946-1949, and as U.S. Attorney General 1949-52. A very rare letter from a U.S. President, while in office, praising a cabinet member for the exceptional job he has done. With White House transmittal envelope.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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