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Thirty-sixth President of the United States and creator of the ‘Great Society’ social welfare programs. America’s growing involvement in Vietnam led to his declining a re-nomination as president. T.L.S. ‘Lyndon’ on Vice Presidential letterhead, 1p. 8vo., Washington, Aug. 28, 1961, to Congressman MICHAEL KERWAN warmly thanking the man for his letter, adding: ‘…it comes from a man whose friendship and esteem I value highly. I only hope that I will continue to rate so highly in your book…’ Staple hole, slight ink mark at lower-left, else fine.
