Sale 99
The July 8-9, 2017 Manuscript, Space, Collectibles & Stamp Auction
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Stanley, Henry M. - Autograph Letter Signed by the African Explorer (1841-1904) Journalist and explorer famous for his exploration of central Africa and his search for missionary and explorer David Livingstone. Upon finding Livingstone, Stanley supposedly asked, "Dr. Livingstone, I presume?" Autograph letter signed "Henry M. Stanley" on a 3¾ x 4¾" card, no place, Mar. 3, 1899. Answering a query from an unknown person, Stanley writes: "Whittaker's Almanac will give you all the names of our Consuls, & much other similar information. The great book store in Union Square, New York, will be sure to have the book." Boldly penned and signed. Estimate Value $200 - 400
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