Lot 55
Harding, Warren G. -- A Delightful Presidential Letter About Golf to the Editor of the New York Times (1865-1923) 29th President of the United States (1921-1923). Typed letter signed "Warren G. Harding" as President, on White House stationery, 1½ pages (1st and 4th pages of conjoined sheets), Washington, June 24, 1922. Overall toning; one small spot on first page; signature page has type transfer and ink brushing to "G" in signature. To Rollo Ogden, Editor of The New York Times. In part: "…Golfing is really a most delightful passtime, and does perform the service of bringing devotees more closely together….One thing I like about it better than all else is that it always leaves one with a hope that he will do better on the morrow….I was considerably disappointed over the game to which I induced you….Gillett and Kellogg are the two outstanding players in Congress….You must come again and let us heal our shattered reputations….I would be glad to give you or your intimate associates a slant on important things at any time it is desired, assuming, of course, that it is wholly discreet to do so…. Estimate $600 - 800
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