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HENRY CLAY FOLGER A.L.S.

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HENRY CLAY FOLGER A.L.S.
<b>421. HENRY CLAY FOLGER</b> (1857 - 1930)<b> </b>American oil magnate and philanthropist, president and chairman of Standard Oil who endowed the Washington library bearing his name. Rare, fine content A.L.S. on "<i>The Homestead</i>" letterhead, 4pp. 8vo., Hot Springs, Aug. 8, 1929 to Mr. Godfrey. Just three months before the 1929 market crash Folger discusses golf, in part: "<i>...I think yours a beautiful score - two birdies and only eight down to par - Why, Rev. Ferguson, who beat you one stroke medal, had only one birdie and was twelve down to par...it has been hot here, - too hot to play on several days - and quite wet. There are only a few players here...I am looking forward to the Seniors' - Shall we play Thursday?...There are two beautiful courses at Hot Springs..</i>.". Much more fine golf content. Very good.<b> $400-600 </b>