TLS as president, signed “DE,” one page, 7 x 10.25, personal White House letterhead, March 20, 1954. Letter to Edward D. Lane of Pond's Extract Company, in full: "I wonder if it would be convenient for you to come to an informal stag dinner on the evening of Monday, April twelfth. I hope to gather together a small group, and I should like very much for you to attend if it is possible for you to do so. Because of the informality of the occasion, I suggest that we meet at the White House about half past seven, have a reasonably early dinner, and devote the evening to a general chat. While I am hopeful that you can attend, I realize that you already may have engagements which would interfere. If so, I assure you of my complete understanding. I shall probably wear a black tie, but business suit will be entirely appropriate." In very good to fine condition, with irregular toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.Format: TLS