Reagan, Ronald, fortieth President

Autograph letter signed ("Dad"), 1 page on personal letterhead of his LA office, Los Angeles, CA, no date [Autumn 1975?], to Patti Reagan; formerly folded.

formerly folded
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Autumn 1975, rather than prior to the 1980 campaign: "I'm sorry you weren't here last week when all the family gathered. We asked Myra to call you because there was a particular reason for the meeting. Perhaps by the time you receive this or soon after I will have announced my decision to campaign for the Republican nomination for the presidency. I wont try to set down all the led to the decision or all that was discussed with your sister & brothers & Mommie but can assure you that it was not an easy decision nor was it lightly made. It is something I feel I must do, indeed that I have very little choice in the matter. I wanted you to hear it from me & not in the evening news."