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Harry Truman signed first edition of ''Mr. President...'', published by Farrar, Straus and Young: New York: 1952. Truman's autograph inscription beneath the color photo frontispiece reads, in black ink, ''Kindest regards to Ruth Henry. / Harry Truman''. Ruth Henry served as Chief Telephone Operator at the White House from the Truman administration to the first Bush presidency. Author William Hillman reveals Truman's personal papers with quotes and photos throughout. Runs 253pp. Bound in green textured paper boards with cloth spine, with gilt printing to the front board of Truman's signature and quote, ''I want the people to know the Presidency as I have experienced it and I want them to know me as I am.'' Measures 8.25'' x 11.25''. Cracking to interior front hinge, toning to leaves and wear to board edges, else near fine.
Harry Truman Signed First Edition of ''Mr. President, The First Publication From The Personal Diaries, Private Letters Papers and Revealing Interviews of Harry S. Truman''
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