ALFONSO XIII (1886 - 1941) King of Spain who refused to abdicate following a Republican victory in elections, choosing instead exile. Manuscript L.S. "Alfonso" 1p. folio, Madrid, Oct. 31, 1941, a letter of state in Spanish to "my dear friend", the President of Bolivia. Not translated, but appears to be friendly, conciliatory content. On black-bordered stock, rough left margin, otherwise very good condition.