Lot 103
Edison, Thomas A (1847-1931) Typed Letter Signed "Thos A Edison," on letterhead engraved "From the Laboratory of Thomas A Edison," one page, Orange, N.J., July 25, 1908 To Theodore H. Miller in Pokeepsie (sic), New York: "Your letter of the 23rd inst. enclosing two photographs of your clever young son operating a phonograph received. It gives me much gratification to hear of the pleasure the phonograph gives to others…." Fine; normal folds, light ink transfer from folded letter, and minor ink brushing to signature. Accompanied by the transmittal envelope.
The phonograph is one of the inventions for which Edison is best known. It is rare to find him mentioning the phonograph in a letter.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.
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