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ROMULO, CARLOS

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ROMULO, CARLOS
<b>974. CARLOS ROMULO</b> (1899 - 1985) Philippine statesman and writer, served as a close aide to Douglas MacArthur during World War II and the re-taking of the Philippines, elected President of the U.N. General Assembly. Nice content on Philippine U.N. delegation letterhead, 2pp. 4to., New York, Dec. 11, 1946 to an ex-secretary. In part: "<i>ÉYou cannot imagine how much I have needed you hereÉMiss Dragon will probably tell you in an aggrieved tone of voice how often in a fit of temper I have, in my usual charming way, screamed at her how much I wish [you] were hereÉMiss Dragon wants to go back to MexicoÉI have a good delegation hereÉsince I cannot have you here, I may as well tell you about ManilaÉ</i>". Very good.<b> $100-150</b>