Lot 125

General Anthony McAuliffe Invitations to the White House & White House Christmas Card

Estimate: $100 - $250

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100
Two printed invitations to the White House to General and Mrs. Anthony McAuliffe from Mrs. Roosevelt, one for an “at home” with Mrs. Roosevelt on Tuesday, May 13th, 1940, the other for a Monday afternoon at 4:00 p.m., on February 5th, 1940, addressed to “Captain and Mrs. McAuliffe.” There is also an RSVP card. Also a White House Christmas Card from Don Lowry, apparently Mrs. Roosevelt’s social secretary. Provenance: Estate of General Anthony McAuliffe. Processing and Shipping in the Continental United States is $35.00.plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.

Condition

The invitation cards and RSVP card are excellent. The Christmas card is slightly faded, and the very back page is torn. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions. Please be advised we do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.