(1890 - 1995) American philanthropist and matriarch of the Kennedy family. A.L.S. on her personal letterhead, 3pp. 8vo., New York, [n.d.], to her doctor describing issues with her G.I. tract. . In part: '...I imagine I do not hold to the diet strictly enough as it is quite difficult when I eat in town several times a week...I thought the belladonna made me sleepy and affected my eyes a little...I have exhausted my supply of powders so will you please send me some more...I shall go to see you on my return to Cape Cod in June...'. She signs at the conclusion 'Rose F. Kennedy' and again as 'Mrs. Joseph P. Kennedy'. The pages are held together by two pieces of tape at left. Lightly toned at the top, single file hole at top right, and some puncture holes at the top left, else very good.