^Lot 300 Wendell Willkie

Indiana-born lawyer (1892–1944) who ran as the Republican candidate against FDR in the 1940 presidential election. TLS, one page, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, December 15, 1942. Letter to Joseph Mayer of The Brookings Institute. In part: “I appreciate your kindly remarks very much. I, too, hope we may get together to discuss these things.” Rusty staple holes to top left, pencil mark to top, and toning to edges, otherwise fine condition.