Lot 300
William McKinley (1843-1901), 25th President of the U.S. (1897-1901). Autograph Letter Signed as President in pencil, one page, 4½ x 7, Washington, July 13, 1899. To "Mrs. Hobart, Long Branch, N.J." on Executive Mansion letterhead. McKinley writes in full:
"I feel anxious to hear from you all. Affectionate regards from Mrs. McKinley who is improving. William McKinley."
Extraneous pencil writing at top in another hand along with a 1¢ Documentary revenue stamp, otherwise Very Fine.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
Mrs. (Jennie) Hobart was the wife of McKinley's first Vice President, Garret Hobart (1844-1899), who suffered from heart disease and would die in November of this same year. Mrs. Hobart frequently performed the duties of First Lady because McKinley's wife Ida suffered from epilepsy.
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