Lot 1104
Baldwin, Stanley (1867-1947), British Prime Minister (1923-1924, 1924-1929, 1935-1937). Autograph Letter Signed as Prime Minister on 10 Downing Street embossed letterhead, one page, 4½ x 7½ London, January 1924. Acknowledging congratulations on his victory in the General Election of December 5, 1923. A little reduced at right, otherwise Very Fine.
Estimate 200 - 300
Although Baldwin had a five year mandate following the resignation of Bonar Law in May, 1923, due to ill health, he decided to honor Bonar Law's previous election pledge that there would be no tariffs introduced unless there was a general election to serve as a sort of referendum. Protectionism was seen as a means of reducing unemployment. Therefore, he called an early election in December of the same year. His Conservative Party, though winning the most seats in the House, failed to gain a majority, and he lost a vote of confidence at the opening of Parliament in January, 1924. Baldwin resigned four days after the above letter was written.
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