^Lot 382 Chaim Weizmann

Jewish chemist and statesman (1874–1952) who helped secure the Balfour Declaration of 1917, served as President of the World Zionist Organization, and became the first President of Israel. TLS in Hebrew, one page, 5 x 6.75, Jewish Agency for Palestine letterhead, December 25, 1944. Letter, written as President of the World Zionist Organization, reads, in part (translated): “Accept my deepest thank you for the honor that you bestowed on me in your dedication to me the book of your department's scientific work.” Central horizontal and vertical fold and some scattered light creasing and toning, otherwise fine condition.