1899, 1905. Two typed letters signed. In Very Good condition.
8" x 6" State of New York Executive Chamber Albany letterhead stamped July 14 1899, folded once horizontally. Faded, nearly illegible, typed ink reads: "At Oyster Bay, N.Y., July 13th, 1899 / Hon. D. E. Ainsworth, Albany, N.Y. / My dear Ainsworth: I am really pleased with your letter written on the train. I am a pretty good westerner myself, but I cannot get west again in the near future, I fear, much though I should like to. I want to try to keep New York straight! / Sincerely yours," with Theodore Roosevelt's signature, still clear and legible.
11.25" x 9" The White House, Washington letterhead with one vertical fold and two horizontal folds. Faded, though still legible, typed ink reads: "January 9, 1905. / My dear Mr. Ainsworth: Your letter of the 7th instant has been received, and will have the President's careful consideration in the event of a vacancy in the position you mention. / It was a pleasure to the President to hear from you, and he hopes you are well. / With personal regard, believe me, / Sincerely yours" with William Loeb Jr.'s lightly faded signature "/ Secretary to the President. / Mr. D. E. Ainsworth, 48 Dove Street, Albany, N. Y."
Shelved in Case 1 1/2 Blue Binder. More