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John F. Kennedy TLS

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John F. Kennedy TLS
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John F. Kennedy typed letter signed as President on official White House stationery, dated 28 January 1961. Letter, addressed to Florida Congressman Dante Fascell, with ''Dear Congressman'' crossed out by Kennedy and replaced with ''Dear Dante,'' discusses the Cuban refugee situation in Florida, as a large influx of Cubans fled Castro's regime in 1959 and again in 1961. Letter reads, ''I believe you may be interested in the full text of my letters to Secretary Ribicoff and Tracy Voorhees concerning the Cuban refugee situation in Florida. Sincerely, John Kennedy''. Letter, measuring 6.5'' x 9'', is in near fine condition with two holes punched at top. Silver frame with complementing lighter silver mat measures 24'' x 21.25''. Also includes portrait of the 35th President and placard.