March 2012 Auction Ends Wednesday, March 28th, 5pm Pacific
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Dwight D. Eisenhower typed letter signed as President, dated 5 May 1953 on official White House stationery. Letter is addressed to Eisenhower's brother, Edgar, and humorously refuses an offer for a pet elephant: ''...For goodness sake, tell your friend, Mr. Irwin, that the last thing I need or could use would be a live elephant. I have enough problems without finding food and caretakers for that kind of a pet...make your negative reply very firm indeed!'' Letter measures 7'' x 10.25'' on one page with two holes punched at top. Near fine.
Humorous Dwight D. Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed -- "...For goodness sake, tell your friend, Mr. Irwin, that the last thing I need or could use would be a live elephant..."
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