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February 4, 1917

Harding, Warren G. (Warren Gamaliel), 1865-1923

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Carrie F. Phillips

Written as United States senator from Ohio to Phillips, his longtime mistress, about his recent trip to Columbus and Marion, Ohio, to visit a sick brother. Writes that he approves the neutrality policy towards Germany but fears that war will still come. He also cautions her regarding her pro-German views. Letter written on United States Senate stationery.

GLC00782.08

November 17, 1910

Harding, Warren G. (Warren Gamaliel), 1865-1923

Typed letter signed

Title: to William D. Street

Written after his defeat in the 1910 Ohio gubernatorial election to thank Street for his support in the campaign. He cheerfully accepts defeat and recounts humorous misconceptions of his positions. Letter typed on personal stationary in purple ink with penned corrections.

GLC00782.09

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