McAuliffe, Anthony C. (1898-1975) Typed document signed. New York, September 21, 1965

File — Box: 1, Folder: 36

Staff Only

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: September 21, 1965

Creator

McAullife, Anthony C. (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

Very fine. Minor soiling along top crease, staple holes in upper left

1 page, 11"x 8"

Transcription

[letterhead: CABLE ADDRESS: World Cleveland . New York Office: 119 West 57th Street, New York, N. Y. . 10019] [logo: W (tree image) P] [letterhead: THE WORLD PUBLISHING COMPANY] [letterhead: 2231 West 110th Street . Cleveland, Ohio . 44102]

September 21, 1965

General Anthony C. McAuliffe 7 East 86th Street New York, New York

Dear General McAuliffe:

I am writing to ask you a favor.

It has been World’s custom for many years to produce a special Christmas book for distribution as a gift to friends of the Company.

This year we plan to produce a book compiled from Christmas letters, such as your December 24, 1944 letter to your troops, the letter from the German Commander and your classic reply, copies of which are enclosed.

We would very much appreciate receiving your permission to use the above letters in our book. Of course, you will receive a copy of the book as a token of our thanks.

Please sign one copy of this letter and return it in the enclosed stamped envelope. We would appreciate a prompt reply, as we hope to begin production October 10, 1965.

Cordially,

Permission granted: THE WORLD PUBLISHING COMPANY

[signature: David Lake]

[signature, over typed underline: A C McAuliffe] David S. Lake Manager of Contracts

DSL:dah

Enclosures 5

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