Lot 61
[JFK Assassination] John B. Connally-- 1964 TLS Regarding the Trial of Jack Ruby (1917-93) Governor of Texas and U.S Secretary of the Treasury; best known for being seriously wounded while riding in the presidential limousine when John F. Kennedy was shot in Dallas. Typed letter signed as Governor of Texas, one page, on Executive Department letterhead, 11 x 8½", Austin, Mar. 23, 1964. To Mr. J. Elias in Sacramento. In part: "I was most interested in your comments concerning the trial of Jack Ruby in Dallas. Under the laws of this State--as in other states--all persons convicted of a crime have the right to appeal if they feel any error was committed in the trial. I understand such an appeal to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals is planned…." He goes on to explain the possibilities if an appeal for clemency is made. Fine condition. A very interesting letter written four months after President Kennedy's assassination. He himself had suffered three broken ribs, a punctured lung and a shattered wrist and had a bullet lodged in his leg. He underwent four hours of surgery after the shooting. Estimate Value $500 - UP
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