Lot 443
Roosevelt, Franklin D (1882-1945) 32nd President of the United States (1933-1945). Letter signed as President, on "The White House Washington" letterhead, 1p, 8¾ x 7 in., 6 Jan. 1944. To Frances Perkins (1882-1965), Secretary of Labor and the first woman appointed to the U.S. Cabinet; she served throughout FDR's presidency. The President thanks Perkins for "a review of the social and labor changes that have been brought about during the ten year period just ended" and he praises the role played by Perkins and her Department. "…It is a tribute to your administration of an important executive department that it has devoted so much thinking and effort to the success of other departments and agencies engaged in the same general program…you have never narrowed your sights but have kept your vision broad and generous…." High praise from the President. Fine. Matted with a photo of FDR and Perkins together and framed to an overall size of 17½ x 22 in.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.
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