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Description:
Kennedy, John F. (1917-1963) and Robert F. Kennedy (1925-1968),Three Documents of Thanks Related to JFK's 1952 Senatorial Campaign. A John F. Kennedy typed letter signed to Dick [Richard S. Kelley], 13 November 1952 expressing his gratitude to Kelley for his role in Kennedy's election noting that "I am certain that we would never have been so successful against the Eisenhower landslide if it had not been for the effectiveness of our organization" signed "Jack" with a note in Kennedy's hand below reading "Many thanks for all of your help.," on Congress of the United States letterhead, (folds),10 3/8 x 8 in.; a Western Union Telegram from JFK to Richard Kelley dated 6 November 1952 expressing congratulations for his efforts, (folds),5 3/4 x 8 in.; and a Robert F. Kennedy TLS to Dick, Boston, 18 November 1952 expressing his thanks for the role Kelley played in the campaign, signed "Bob" with a note below reading "You did a terrific job for us Dick," (folds),10 1/2 x 7 1/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
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Keywords
Western Union, Bob, Dick Richard S. Kelley, Jack, Eisenhower, United States
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