Lot 192
William J. Clinton, Autograph Letter Signed, "Bill Clinton" as President, January 26, 1995, stationery card headed "The President", reading "Thanks for your card. It was great to see you - I was sorry it was rushed and I was a bit pre-occupied with business, but I was very glad we finally got together", accompanied by matching White House mailing envelope; minor filing hole, Very Fine.Estimate $2,000 - 3,000.
A RARE FULLY SIGNED AUTOGRAPH LETTER FROM BILL CLINTON.
Lot 193
William J. Clinton, Document Signed, "To David - with thanks, Bill" as President, on State of the Union address to the 104th Congress - First Session handout, Washington D.C., January 24, 1995, 16pp. 6½" x 10", Extremely Fine.Estimate $400 - 600.
Realized: $280
Lot 194
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill" as President on official White House stationery to Rep. Neal Smith, Washington D.C., November 17, 1993, one page 8.5" x 11", reading in part "Please accept my sincere appreciation and great respect for your vote in support of the North American Free Trade Agreement. You and your colleagues who have helped to pass NAFTA may take lasting pride in this momentous vote.", Very Fine.Estimate $300 - 400.
Neal Edward Smith (born March 23, 1920) was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Iowa from 1959 until 1995 - the longest-serving Iowan in the United States House of Representatives.
Realized: $220
Lot 195
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill" as President on official White House stationery to Rep. Neal Smith, Washington D.C., August 5, 1993, one page 8.5" x 11", reading in part "I want to thank you personally for your vote in support of our economic growth and deficit reduction plan…The winners tonight are middle class Americans and the people who stood by them. We promised deep reduction in federal spending, a return to tax fairness, investments in the skills and productivity of our people, and incentives to create jobs and expand businesses. And we delivered on our promises.", Very Fine.Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $210
Lot 196
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill" as President on official White House stationery to Rep. Neal Smith, Washington D.C., November 8, 1993, one page 6¾" x 9", reading in part "I firmly believe that NAFTA is an important opportunity for the United States to increase jobs and opportunities for all Americans. With bipartisan support I am confident we will be able to convey this message to the American people…", Very Fine.Estimate $300 - 400.
Lot 197
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill" as President on official White House stationery to Rep. Neal Smith, Washington D.C., August 5, 1993, two pages 8½" x 11", reading in part "There are many good reasons to vote for the economic growth program being considered today by the House of Representatives. As you prepare to cast your, I want to be sure you have the following facts…", continuing with various information on sections of the proposed bill; originally stapled at top left, Very Fine.Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $220
Lot 198
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill, I am so sorry" as President on Bill Clinton stationery to Rep. Neal Smith concerning his defeat, Washington D.C., November 9, 1994, one page 7¼" x 10½", reading in part "I want to commend you on your hard-fought campaign and let you know you're in my thoughts. You can take great pride in your remarkable career over the past thirty-six years, and your presence in congress will be sorely missed…Hillary and I cannot thank you enough for your support of this Administration. We wish you the best and we hope you are getting some much deserved rest", Very Fine.Estimate $300 - 400.
Neal Edward Smith (born March 23, 1920) was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Iowa from 1959 until 1995 - the longest-serving Iowan in the United States House of Representatives. He was defeated in the Republican landslide of 1994 by Greg Ganske.
Realized: $200
Lot 199
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill" as President on official White House stationery to Rep. Neal Smith, Washington D.C., August 21, 1994, one page 6¾" x 9", reading in part "I want to thank you for voting in favor of the Crime Bill conference report. Passage of this legislation is due to the efforts of leaders like you who believe that we must act now to preserve the safety and security of America…", Very Fine.Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $150
Lot 200
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill" as President on official White House stationery to Rep. Neal Smith, Washington D.C., November 29, 1994, one page 6¾" x 9", reading in part "Thank you for your support of the GATT implementing legislation…By actively pursuing global trade policies, we will economic growth and job creation for our country…", Very Fine.Estimate $200 - 300.
Lot 201
William J. Clinton, Typed Letter Signed "Bill" as Governor of Arkansas on official Office of the Governor stationery to Rep. Neal Smith, Little Rock Ark., November 18, 1986, one page 8½" x 11", reading in part "Congratulations on your very successful re-election bid and on your outstanding congressional service and leadership. I look forward to continuing to work with you to build our Party and to foster an economic recovery for the entire country and economic justice for all citizens…"; original envelope stapled at top left, Fine.Estimate $200 - 300.