“I hope much that the Congress will repeal the Neutrality Act” 97. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead,
November 7, 1941. Letter to Cyril Jones of Massachusetts. In part: “I hope much that the Congress will repeal the Neutrality Act and I expect we shall know more about it by the end of the week. I appreciate much your support and fine spirit.” In very good condition, with a moderate overall block of toning from previous display and typed text faded but entirely legible. An important letter from just one month before the attack on Pearl Harbor. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
FDR’s White House ‘fan mail’—addressed to “Dishonorable Franklin Deficit Roosevelt,” “God’s Gift to the USA,” and everything in between 98. Franklin D. Roosevelt. President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s
personal collection of envelopes sent to him by admirers and critics alike, consisting of a total of 52 covers—most elaborately decorated, humorously addressed, or in some way particularly unusual. Some creative addresses include: “Chief New Dealer, Undertaker to Slaughtered Stock & Plowed Under Crops,” “To the Sit-Down Politician,” “Plutocrat F. D. Roosevelt, Owner of 4 Estates,” “‘Tough Guy,’ The White House,” “Benedict Arnold, 2nd,” “Dishonorable Franklin Deficit Roosevelt,” and “God’s Gift to the USA.” Others bear original handdrawn caricatures or affixed images of President Roosevelt, and still made it to him at the White House—a testament to the abilities of the early postal service. Acknowledging his love of stamps, one admirer addressed his envelope to. “Hon. F. D. R., #1 Stamp Collector, USA.” Also includes some photos and articles related to Roosevelt’s stamp collecting hobby. In overall very good to fine condition. Originate from the collection of Jacques Minkus, who established stamp counters for postage stamp collectors at numerous department stores throughout the US and introduced philately to the masses. Accompanied by photocopies of correspondence between Minkus and Eleanor Roosevelt. A one-of-a-kind collection that demonstrates FDR’s affinity for philatelic material as well as his sense of humor, based on the envelopes he decided to keep. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
A rare presidential document— FDR’s pick-up truck registration
99. Franklin D. Roosevelt. DS as president, one page both sides, 6 x 4, January 3, 1940. Commercial vehicle registration from 1940 for Roosevelt’s 1935 Ford truck. Filled out in ink in another hand and boldly signed at the conclusion, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” In fine condition, with central vertical fold and expected office stamps and notations. A one-of-a-kind piece of Americana that connects two of its most iconic entities. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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