Lot 30
Reagan, Ronald (1911-2004) American politician, commentator, and actor, who served as the 40th President of the United States from 1981 to 1989. Prior to his presidency, Reagan served as the 33rd Governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Autograph letter signed ("Ronald"), on personal Ronald Reagan / Pacific Palisades stationery, 2 pp., recto & verso, 11 x 8½ in., Pacific Palisades, California, March 12, 1980. To the Sisco siblings, Miss Sam (Samueline), Miss Bertha and Buzzy (Joseph) of Healdsburg, California. In 1972, during his second term as Governor of California, Reagan learned of the Sisco family, who supported themselves and their brother Buzzy, who was seriously disadvantaged by childhood diseases, by engraving leather goods and crafting much admired cotton-stuffed dolls. While ensuring that the Sisco's received the state funds to which they were entitled, Reagan also began exchanging personal gifts and frequently corresponded with the family. This friendship continued after Reagan entered the White House. While campaigning for President in 1980 Reagan found a few moments to write the Sisco's regarding a census matter, in part: "…but first I wanted to get some information (legal) about that census business. Then having done that I went out on the campaign trail for about 6 weeks or so. First though - thank you very much for my belt. You shouldn't have done it…On the census business everyone is mad and it is contrary to the constitution but I'm afraid they can make a 'fine' stick. At least lawyers have told me so. But I can tell you one thing - if I win this election I'm going to straighten that out so it won't be happening the next time around…Believe me I'm as mad as you are. It's making me campaign harder…" While dating the letter Reagan mistakenly wrote "Feb" and scribbled over it and then added the correct month of "March." Two vertical folds.A wonderfully warm and engaging Reagan letter. Fine.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 2,000.
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