Lot 97
Eisenhower, Dwight D. Typed letter signed ("Dwight D Eisenhower") as President, on letterhead engraved "DDE The White House," one page, 8½ x 7 1/8 in., February 18, 1955. To Jack Warner, president of Warner Bros. Studio in Hollywood, inviting him to an informal stag dinner at the White House. "…I hope to gather together a small group, and I should like very much for you to attend….Because of the informality of the occasion, I suggest that we meet at the White House about half past seven, have a reasonably early dinner, and devote the evening to a general chat….I shall probably wear a black tie, but business suit will be entirely appropriate…." In a postscript, he adds, "As a personal favor to me, would you keep this reasonably confidential until after the dinner has been held?"
Accompanied by a carbon of Mr. Warner's acceptance, and a telegram sent to the President in Fitzsimmons Army Hospital in Denver, September 27, 1955, wishing him a speedy recovery after he suffered a heart attack while vacationing in Denver.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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| Realized $264 |
