In 1961, New York Post columnist Leonard Lyons contacted John F. Kennedy after seeing Presidential autographs for sale in a store. At the time, George Washington’s was priced at $175, Ulysses S. Grant's at $55, Franklin D. Roosevelt's at $75, Teddy Roosevelt’s at $67.50, and JFK’s at $75. Below is the response mailed to Lyons.
Here's the response:
In case you can't see it, here's the transcript:THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 11, 1961
Dear Leonard:
I appreciate your letter about the market on Kennedy signatures. It is hard to believe that the going price is so high now. In order not to depress the market any further, I will not sign this letter.
Best Regards,
Mr. Leonard Lyons
NEW YORK POST
75 West Street
New York 6, New York
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http://www.lettersofnote.com/2009/09/i-will-not-sign-this-letter.html
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