The Filson Historical Society Digital Projects

Tumult and Prosperity: Franklin D. Roosevelt to Eisenhower, 1933-1961

Franklin D. Roosevelt: President from 1933 to 1945

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Letter from Franklin Delano Roosevelt to Mrs. Wenonah Stevens Abbott, 14 November 1930

14 November 1930: Letter thanking Wenonah Stevens Abbott for her letter and stating that it would give him great pleasure to see her.

Harry S. Truman: President from 1945 to 1953

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Letter from Harry S. Truman to Mr. Frank H. Weber, Syracuse, New York, 26 February 1940

26 February 1940: Letter to Frank H. Weber discussing the mail situation as it affects the censorship at Bermuda.

Dwight D. Eisenhower: President from 1953 to 1961

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Autograph by Dwight Eisenhower for The Filson Club

Autograph by Dwight Eisenhower transmitting his signature to The Filson Club with best wishes. (n.d.)