Thank you letter from Senator John F. Kennedy after being elected president of the United States, sent to Mr. M. Deutsch of the Kupat Rabbi Meir Baal HaNes charity in Jerusalem. Washington D.C. 7.12.1960.
Specifications: [1] official U. S. Senate letterhead. 21×15 cm. Typewritten with Kennedy’s signature. With original, official Senate envelope. 11×16 cm.
Background: The letter was written about a month after the presidential elections, but before he was sworn in. “I am most heartened by the many expressions of good will which I have received. I am sure that they reflect a broad unity of purpose in our nation. I hope that my record during next four years will sustain your generous confidence.”
Kennedy was murdered on 22.11.1963 and did not complete his presidency.
Condition: Fine. Fold marks with light creases on the leaf, small tear along the fold line, not affecting text. Stains on the envelope.