Two Eleanor Roosevelt Letters In Her Book This I Remember

Two Eleanor Roosevelt signed letters in a first edition of her book This I Remember: a) TLS. 1pg. 6” x 7”. July 18, 1950. New York. A typed letter signed “Eleanor Roosevelt” on “Val Kill Cottage” stationery. She wrote to Marion K. Garrison of West Orange, New Jersey: “Dear Mrs. Garrison: You were very kind to send such lovely flowers to Mrs. Parish’s funeral and I deeply appreciate your thought. It is sad to lose a member of the family. With my deep appreciation, I am Very sincerely yours, Eleanor Roosevelt”. Susan Parish was Eleanor Roosevelt’s godmother and young Eleanor lived with Susan for a time. The letter is in good condition with glue residue to the top margin. It is attached to the inside front cover. The signature is dark blue. b) TLS. 1pg. 6” x 7”. July 19, 1950. New York. A typed letter signed “Eleanor Roosevelt” on “Val Kill Cottage” stationery. She wrote to Marion K. Garrison of West Orange, New Jersey: “Dear Mrs. Garrison: You are more than kind to offer me the hospitality of your home and I deeply appreciate it. The house in Orange was left to the Parishes so I will not be coming to New Jersey. With my best wishes and many thanks, I am Very cordially yours Eleanor Roosevelt”. The condition is very good with the top margin glued to the inside rear cover. c) The book has faded front and rear boards and a slightly darkened spine. There are personal inscriptions from 1949 on the front end page. The overall condition is very good.