Lot 932
Roosevelt, Theodore (1858-1919) 26th President of the United States (1901-1909); winner of Nobel Peace Prize in 1906. ALS as President, on White House letterhead, 2pp, on recto only, 5½" x 4¼", Washington, 1901 Nov. 3. Archival restoration on verso of both pages, which were torn vertically; some edge staining from old glue residue, affecting the signature, which is still quite bold and easily read. Matted with an image of Roosevelt to 12" x 24".
Written to the president of the Union League Club in Philadelphia just seven weeks after assuming the presidency : "I deeply appreciate the honor conferred on me by the Union League Club of Philadelphia; I can say with all sincerity that there is no other organization in existence from which I would more keenly appreciate such an honor. I shall do my best by my course as President to justify and deserve your confidence. With high regard, and renewed thanks, I am Faithfully yours Theodore Roosevelt."
Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.
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