Truman, Harry S. (1884-1972) 33rd President of the United States,1945-1953.
Autograph Letter Signed. One page, Quarto, on imprinted personal letterhead, Federal Reserve Bank Building, Kansas City, Missouri, July 27, 1955. With the original transmittal envelope addressed in Truman's hand, also on his personal letterhead. To J. Frank Rope of Kansas City. In this curious missive, Truman is apparently writing about a card (not present but formerly attached), printed by the Union Pacific Railroad Company, which illustrated the eleven poker hands and listed their hierarchy. He writes:
"Dear Frank: Eddie told me you didn't believe this arrangement. It seems that Harriman & the UP are in favor of it. Suppose you bring this card to our next meeting and we'll pass it on. Maybe you'd better consult Eddie about it too. Sincerely, Harry Truman."
Truman was quite fond of poker, and Rope was one of his card-playing friends. There must have been some disagreement within their poker circle about the relative importance of the hands as given on the UP card.
Fine. A light area and two tape marks where the card was attached to the letter appear at bottom right corner, not affecting text or signature, otherwise fine. Truman letters about poker are very scarce.
Estimated Value $1,500-2,000.
