Lot 295
Grover Cleveland (1837-1908), 22nd and 24th President of the U.S. (1885-1889, 1893-1897). Governor of New York (1883-1885), the only President to serve two non-consecutive terms. Autograph Letter Signed as 22nd President on Executive Mansion letterhead, two pages [one sheet, two sides], 4½ x 7, Washington, February 11, 1888. To "My Dear Mr. Wood". Cleveland writes regarding use of "…the English Language in the Indian Schools and the use of the Bible by the Indians…" seeking Woods insight into the subject and signs "Yours sincerely, Grover Cleveland."; Fine condition with interesting content.
Estimate 750 - 1,000
The recipient of this letter was probably Leonard Wood (1860-1927), a medically trained soldier who was awarded the Medal of Honor during the Indian Wars while serving as an Assistant Surgeon. In 1895 he became Cleveland’s White House physician. He was Teddy Roosevelt’s commanding officer in the "Rough Riders" and later served as Military Governor of Cuba until 1902. As a Brigadier General he fought the Moros during the Philippine Insurrection in 1904 and less than a year later was named Army Chief of Staff by President Taft.
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