Item DescriptionTyped Letter Signed (TLS) by Lewis L. Strauss, dated 26 June 1959, on "The Secretary of Commerce, Washington 25, D.C." letterhead with the embossed-style Department of Commerce seal.Addressed to Miss Leah A. Rau of Philadelphia, Strauss thanks her for writing to him after "the recent vote in the Senate," a reference to the Senate's rejection of his nomination as Secretary of Commerce earlier that month. He writes of "the good conscience of knowing that I have done the best I could according to my lights to serve our country," and of his gratitude that friends approve.Strauss was a former Rear Admiral and chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission. His Commerce nomination was rejected by the Senate in June 1959, making this a personal reflection written within days of a major political moment.CONDITION: Light toning, a central horizontal fold, a brownish ring mark on the right edge, and a few small spots near the lower right. Text and signature are clear. No tears. Sold as-is, not authenticated; please review all photos.Shipping is $7.95 (sorry! USPS now charges have increased). Shipping of two paper lots combined for $8. More combined shipping encouraged! Let me know when done purchasing.
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