Lot 158
Doolittle, James H (1896-1993) American aviator and general; led bombing raid over Tokyo on April 18, 1942, for which he received the Medal of Honor. Typed Letter Signed "J.J. Doolittle" on Shell Petroleum Corporation letterhead, 1p, 11"x8½", St. Louis, Mo., 1934 Aug. 22. To Richard Ham in Ceres, California, thanking him for the invitation "to join the Flying Aces Club. Am not much of a joiner, but wish you and the other members every success." With transmittal envelope. One rust mark from paper clip at lower edge, else fine.
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
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