Hoover, J. Edgar (1895-1972) Typed letter signed. Washington, D.C. Addressed to H. Jack Lang. , March 11, 1953

File — Box: 1, Folder: 27

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Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This collection consists of letters and supporting documentation, books on the art of letter writing, a small miscellaneous grouping of catalogs and photographs, and issues of The Wolf Magazine of Letters from June-July 1979 to Summer Quarterly 1991. The earliest letter, from the Marquise de Sevigne, dates from 1695; while the most recent was signed by entertainer Mike Douglas in 1980. Most of the letters date from the 19th century. The collection, which now numbers 85 letters, will continue to grow; in conjunction with his gift, Mr. Lang established a gift annuity to be used for the maintenance and augmentation of the collection.

Dates

Creation: March 11, 1953

Creator

Hoover, J. Edgar (John Edgar) (Author, Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The records are in English

Restrictions on Access

There are no restrictions on access to this collection.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.26 linear feet

Additional Description

Condition

Fine. Very slight chipping, slight wrinkling, horizontal fold through signature

1 page, 10"x 8" (4to)

Transcription

[letterhead: OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR. UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION. WASHINGTON 25, D.C.]

[Seal of the Federal Bureau of Investigation]

March 11, 1953

Mr. H. Jack Lang Lang, Fisher and Stashower, Inc. 1010 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio

Dear Mr. Lang:

Mr. Tolson has brought to my attention your note to him postmarked March 6, 1953, together with the enclosed letter from your son.

I am, of course, happy that John and his friends will have the opportunity of visiting at headquarters, and I am looking forward to seeing them when they are here. I thought you might like to have the enclosed copy of my letter to John.

Mr. Tolson joins me in sending you our kindest regards.

Sincerely yours, [signed in blue felt tip pen or similar] J. Edgar Hoover

Enclosure