Lot 238
Eisenhower, Dwight D. ALS on uncommon green printed "D D E The Eisenhower Farms Gettysburg, Pennsylvlania" stationery, 1p, 10½" x 7¼", 1967 Nov. 13. Very fine. To Delores Moaney, who was the Eisenhower's cook for 30 years and the wife of Master Sgt. John Moaney, who served as Ike's valet and close friend from 1942 until Eisenhower died in 1969. In full: "Dear Delores -- Happy birthday, and many more of them. I hope the next year will be one filled with true happiness and good health for you. With best withes and affectionate regard from Dwight D. Eisenhower." Delores Moaney's birthday was November 14th, the same day as Mamie Eisenhower's. A choice example with dark, bold penmanship and signature. This is the first use of this letterhead that we have seen.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
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