RICHARD NIXON Signed 1951 US Senate Letter to Victor Cohn / Hubert Humphrey Joke For Sale

I purchased the archives of Victor Cohn 5 years ago from his son in Kensington Maryland. It contained dozens of boxes full of his science articles and correspondence to political and scientific figures. I am listing several lots this week that range from NASA, Cold War and politics.1951 Typed Letter Signed (TLS) by a young Richard Nixon during his freshman year in the United States Senate.Dated August 8, 1951, this letter is addressed directly to legendary medical journalist Victor Cohn at The Minneapolis Tribune. Nixon writes to express gratitude for Cohn\'s investigative articles regarding veterans\' hospitals.EXTRAORDINARY BIPARTISAN CONTENTWhat elevates this letter far above standard, dry political correspondence is its exceptional, witty content. Nixon takes a moment to deflect praise and generously credit his future political arch-rival, Democrat Hubert Humphrey (who he would famously defeat in the 1968 Presidential Election).Nixon closes the letter with a sharp, humorous observation on mid-century partisan politics:“In view of the fact that a Republican seldom has anything complimentary to say about a Democrat, I thought you would be interested in these comments!”TEXTBOOK EARLY-CAREER SIGNATUREThis piece features a flawless example of Nixon’s highly sought-after early-career signature. Unlike the abstract scribble of his post-presidential years, his 1951 signature is pristine, fully legible, and structured—acting as an ideal centerpiece for any presidential or historical autograph collection.DIRECT ESTATE PROVENANCEThis item originates directly from the estate of the recipient, Victor Cohn, the award-winning journalist widely considered the \"dean of American science writers.\" This impeccable line of ownership offers absolute peace of mind regarding authenticity.SHIPPING & HANDLINGShips flat, securely packed in an acid-free archival sleeve between heavy protective cardboard layers to prevent bending.Fully insured tracking included.offer with confidence—