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William O. Douglas autographed handwritten letter (ALS), dated April 6, 1962, on official Supreme Court of the United States stationery bearing the heading "Chambers of Justice William O. Douglas," Washington, D.C. Written entirely in Douglas's hand in blue ink and signed "Wm Douglas" at the conclusion.

Addressed to a correspondent named Carroll, the informal personal letter discusses Douglas's travels and an upcoming convention in Wisconsin. Douglas mentions attempting to telephone his correspondent but being informed by the operator that no telephone number was available, prompting him to ask whether this was correct.

He also inquires about the progress of a book his correspondent was writing, enthusiastically suggesting that it could become a bestseller.

An interesting example of personal correspondence from one of the most influential Supreme Court justices of the 20th century. Written during his tenure on the Warren Court, the letter offers a glimpse into Douglas's informal communications and interest in literature and publishing.

The letter measures approximately 5.75 x 9 inches. Fine condition with original mailing folds, light age toning, and minor handling wear.

William Orville Douglas (1898–1980) was an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1939 to 1975. Appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Douglas served for more than 36 years, establishing the record for the longest tenure of any Supreme Court Justice in American history. Known for his strong defense of civil liberties, freedom of speech, and environmental conservation, he participated in numerous landmark decisions, including Griswold v. Connecticut (1965). Before joining the Court, Douglas served as Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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