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1928119471Chicago: Government Printing Office 1928. First edition of this address given by President Coolidge. Octavo original wrappers. Boldly signed by Calvin Coolidge. In near fine condition. Housed in a custom folding case. The 30th President of the United States Calvin Coolidge began his political career in Massachusetts state politics. His response to the Boston Police Strike of 1919 thrust him into the national spotlight and gave him a reputation as a man of decisive action. Soon after he was elected as the 29th Vice President in 1920 and succeeded to the presidency upon the sudden death of Warren G. Harding in 1923. Government Printing Office unknown books
1929124998New York: Cosmopolitan Book Corporation 1929. Signed limited first edition of the 30th President of the United States' autobiography. One of a 1000 signed copies. Octavo original quarter cloth gilt topstain. In fine condition. Uncommon in this condition. Calvin Coolidge was one of the first United States Presidents to write and publish an autobiography. Coolidge's autobiography covers all the notable moments in his life such as his childhood and youth Governorship Presidency and retirement. Cosmopolitan Book Corporation hardcover books
1923007859Washington D.C.: The White House 1923. December 17 1923 The White House - to Lew Wallace Jr. son of Lew Wallace Union general in the American Civil War governor of the New Mexico Territory and author of "Ben Hur"- "Dear Mr. Wallace The growth of thrift and saving in this country promises well for our future. Only through sacrifice and hard work can we attain the cherished things in life. This means we must work and save. The progress of the United States Government Savings System in giving to all our people an opportunity to invest in safe securities is most worthy. By placing Treasury Savings Certyificates on sale in post offices banks and trust companies the Government has made available to everyone a security of unquestioned soundness. Their widespread sale makes for better citizenship as each purchaser holds a stake in his Government. I believe also that the enlargement of a national Thrift movement will eventually stamp out the false and unsound practices of the swindler." A 25 line roughly 225 word letter that in the last paragraph goes on to talk about the growth of this system that "will result in increased happiness for the individual and in increased prosperity in general." A Fine letter under glass in period original frame and acquired directly from descendants of the Wallace family never before offered for sale. A superb association and a letter that speaks directly to Coolidge's sense of personal responsibility and frugality. . One Page. Fine. 8 1/2 " x 11". The White House Paperback books
1924122439New York: Charles Scibner's Sons 1924. First edition of this collection of speeches from the 30th President of the United States. Octavo bound in three quarters leather by McDonald Bindery gilt titles to the spine raised bands gilt ruled to the front and rear panels. Presentation copy inscribed by the author "To Harold N. Grover With Regards Calvin Coolidge." In very good condition. Uncommon signed and inscribed. Calvin Coolidge was the 30th President of the United States 1923-29. A Republican lawyer from Vermont Coolidge worked his way up the ladder of Massachusetts state politics eventually becoming governor of that state. His response to the Boston Police Strike of 1919 thrust him into the national spotlight and gave him a reputation as a man of decisive action. Soon after he was elected as the 29th vice president in 1920 and succeeded to the presidency upon the sudden death of Warren G. Harding in 1923. Elected in his own right in 1924 he gained a reputation as a small-government conservative. Charles Scibner's Sons hardcover books
192834149Washington: The White House: February 10 1928. 8vo approx. 30 lines and 135 words on integral leaves on White House stationery and signed in full; minor soiling to the first leaf previous fold; very good. "It's not quite time for volunteers . I hope you can find plenty of work to keep you engaged in something you find interesting. Some one told me you were walking. Dr. John H. Finlay of the Times wants you to join his walking club. He wants to take me in but I could not agree to qualify. I am sure he would like me to propose you for membership . Mr. Dwight Morrow has done the impossible in Mexico." <br/><br/> February 10 unknown books
1929125809New York: Cosmopolitan Book Corporation 1929. Signed limited first edition of the 30th President of the United States' autobiography one of a 1000 signed copies. Octavo original quarter cloth gilt topstain. Near fine in the rare original slipcase. Uncommon in this condition. Calvin Coolidge was one of the first United States Presidents to write and publish an autobiography. Coolidge's autobiography covers all the notable moments in his life such as his childhood and youth Governorship Presidency and retirement. Cosmopolitan Book Corporation hardcover books
