"Big Jim" was an attorney and Republican politician and served as Illinois' longest-serving governor, a remarkable four terms and fourteen years (1977-91). TNS, 1p, 6" X 8�", Springfield, IL, 20 May 1876. Addressed to Ralph Newman (1912-98, founder of Chicago's noted Abraham Lincoln Book Shop). Near fine. Single faint horizontal fold. On embossed "Executive Mansion" letterhead, Thompson thanks this friend for attending his birthday party and extravagant present: "I was so happy you could join me in celebrating my 51st. I had a great time and hope you enjoyed yourself as much as I did. Thank you for the one dollar, I will certainly treasure it." Signed simply "Jim" in blue fineline. Accompanied by a lovely fine 8�" X 11" print by Lloyd Ostendorf (1921-2000), the Dayton, Ohio commercial artist who became the foremost artist interpreter of Abraham Lincoln and his circle, illustrating every facet of Lincoln's life in various media over several decades. This print published in 1977 depicts a smiling Thompson seated at a desk signing a document, with Lincoln standing behind him gazing over his shoulder. Caption at bottom reads, "Gov. James R. Thompson Signs 140th Anniversary Proclamation Commemorating Abraham Lincoln and the Long Nine Banquet at Athens, Ill., Aug. 3, 1837.". Seller Inventory # 48362

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Main Street Fine Books & Manuscripts has been buying and selling quality books, autographs and ephemera since 1991. We specialize in general antiquarian, first editions, signed books and autographs and documents. We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA), Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association (MWABA), Universal Autograph Collectors Club (UACC) and The Manuscript Society.

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9304 Saturn Ln, Galena, IL, 61036, U.S.A.

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