Lot 474
Frankfurter, Felix (1882-1965). Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, 1939-1962.
Autograph Letter Signed ("Felix Frankfurter"). As Supreme Court Justice.Two pages, octavo, Washington D.C., October 8, 1946. On Supreme Court of the United States stationery. To J. Howard McGrath. Tiny stain at left edge does not interfere with text. Condition is fine.
Written by Frankfurter, as McGrath left his post as Attorney General to serve as Senator from Rhode Island, this is an uncommon letter, referring obliquely to the Court and the state of Washington politics. The Justice writes: "Dear Senator McGrath - if I may anticipate history…It is a source of genuine regret not to be able to join your many and warm friends in bidding you au revoir as you go from one post of distinction to another. Even a political Eunuch can welcome the addition of a man like you to the Council of the Nation…what happy memories will abide with all of our association in the work of the Court." With a sly reference to Washington, "…this non wholly pure town…", he closes with a compliment to McGrath's character and warm wishes.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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