Harry Truman on Death: “It is something we all know will come eventually, but none of us are ever ready for it.”
Ted Woods had served with Truman in the 35th Infantry Division in World War I, and Woods was later president of that division’s veteran’s association. Truman liked to keep track of his old comrades in arms, and the Truman Library hosted functions for that group.
Woods died in 1969. Truman was then...
Ted Woods had served with Truman in the 35th Infantry Division in World War I, and Woods was later president of that division’s veteran’s association. Truman liked to keep track of his old comrades in arms, and the Truman Library hosted functions for that group.
Woods died in 1969. Truman was then 85 and facing his own mortality.
Typed letter signed, on his letterhead, Independence, Mo., December 3, 1969, to Mrs. Ted Woods, pondering the inevitability of human mortality, and the inability to ever be really prepared for it. “It is with deep regret that I learned of the death of Ted. He was a good friend of mine, and I thought very highly of him. There isn’t very much that anyone can offer in the way of consolation at such a time. It is something we all know will come eventually, but none of us are ever ready for it.”
Truman died three years later.
Frame, Display, Preserve
Each frame is custom constructed, using only proper museum archival materials. This includes:The finest frames, tailored to match the document you have chosen. These can period style, antiqued, gilded, wood, etc. Fabric mats, including silk and satin, as well as museum mat board with hand painted bevels. Attachment of the document to the matting to ensure its protection. This "hinging" is done according to archival standards. Protective "glass," or Tru Vue Optium Acrylic glazing, which is shatter resistant, 99% UV protective, and anti-reflective. You benefit from our decades of experience in designing and creating beautiful, compelling, and protective framed historical documents.
Learn more about our Framing Services