Offered are two typed letters signed by former Chicago Bears owner George Halas. “Papa Bear” has signed both of these letters in black pen. The first letter is date March 5, 1941 and the second letter is dated June 22, 1946. Both letters are on “Chicago Bears Football Club” letterhead. The March 5, 1941 letter reads:

“Mr. Earl Platt,

Department of Athletics,

Pacific Lutheran College,

Parkland, Washington.

Dear Mr. Platt: -

I would like to know if you are interested in playing football with the Chicago Bears next Fall.

Please fill out and return the enclosed questionnaire.

Sincerely,

Chicago Bears Football Club, Inc.

(Signed George Halas)

President

The second letter dated June 22, 1946 reads:

“Mr. Earl W. Platt

Winlock High School

Winlock, Washington

Dear Earl:

I am wondering why I have not heard from you since we sent you a contract in accordance with your letter of April 16. If you have decided not to play, will you please return the contract to me and tell me the reason for your decision.

I shall look forward to hearing from you without delay as we are making our final plans for our squad at the present time.

Best wishes.

Sincerely yours,

(Signed George Halas)

President”

Both 8 ½ x 11 inch letters show slight toning but the print on both are clear and Halas’ signatures are clear as well. These letters come with individual LOAs from PSA/DNA (AA07803 & AA07804). 

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