May 24, 1950

The President
The White House
Washington, D.C.

My dear Mr. President:

This letter is not of deep governmental importance
but may give you a smile.

This morning I received a letter from a gentleman
in St. Louis, a lawyer, who states that his wife's
brother is named Truman Saltonstall. If we reverse
this, does it account for the "S" in your name?

I trust you will appreciate the spirit in which this
is written. Best regards to you!

Sincerely,

[Subscription (sender's name and title included but not his signature)]
Leverett Saltonstall
United States Senator