Taft, William H (1857-1930) 27th President of the United States (1909-13); Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court (1921-30). Scarce Autograph Letter Signed ("Wm H. Taft") on personal stationery, 2½ pages, Washington, Dec. 31, 1918. With original envelope addressed in his hand to Mrs. Edward K. Hall, whom he thanks for a gift and adds: "Mr. Hall and I caught the train handily and rode together to the City of Brotherly Love where he deserted me…" Taft, who was a large man, shows his sense of humor, "…I walked down town as light as air. (Perhaps that is not the best simile for me)…" then adds graceful compliments, "I am sorry [Mrs. Hall's father] is not the long term senator from New Hampshire now. The dinner, the hall, the audience, the reception…could not have been improved. But the best was the atmosphere of the home…." One small edge split at horizontal fold, affecting nothing.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000
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