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Thomas Edison Typed Letter Signed "Thos. A. Edison". One page with Edison's letterhead, "From the Laboratory of Thomas A. Edison, Orange, N. J.", 8.5" x 11", December 30, 1914, to Mr. H. H. Smith of Orange, New Jersey. On December 14, 1914, fire destroyed Edison's laboratory in Orange. In this letter, he thanks Smith who donated his time and resources to fight that dramatic fire. In full: "Mr. Bachman informs me that you worked hard during the night of the fire, and that you have not put in any charge for this work, but have kindly donated to me your services on that occasion. I wish to say that I sincerely appreciate your kindness and thank you for this expression of good will and loyalty./ A Happy New Year to you./ Yours very truly, Thos. A. Edison." Edison had generated many of his over 1,000 patents from this laboratory. This letter, lightly toned with minor folds (horizontal fold contains .5" tear); otherwise, very fine condition.Also offered here is a "Thomas A Edison" signature on 3.25" x 2" card. Residue of mounting on back; lightly age-toned.
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2008 October Grand Format Manuscripts Auction #692 (go to Auction Home page)
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October, 2008
17th-18th
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