John D. Rockefeller (1839-1937) - $1,275.00

John D. Rockefeller

Founder of Standard Oil
Typed Letter Signed
Regarding the Death of his Brother

JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER (1839-1937). American businessman, founder of Standard Oil. Oil industry pioneer capitalist. Virtually monopolized the oil industry until he was forced by the Supreme Court to dissolve the company and break it up into regional producers and refiners.

Typed Letter Signed, one page, on his name-imprinted stationery, Kijkuit, Pocantico Hills, New York, June 30, 1922. To “Dear Mr. Ditmer:”. In part: “I am deeply touched by and very grateful for the kind message of sympathy from yourself and family on the passing of my dear brother. His departure was quite sudden and unexpected…” Signed in full. Excellent for matting and framing. $1,275.00

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