One can only imagine the variety of fan mail and special requests Amelia Earhart garnered anytime she made public her lofty travel intentions. Perhaps responding to an appeal for a “layover” or maybe to accompany the aviator on an excursion, Earhart’s husband, George P. Putnam, takes it upon himself to field a query in this succinct note. Addressed to one Charles Smith and dated May 25, 1937, the brief message reads: “Dear Sir: Unfortunately it is impossible for Miss Earhart to take special covers on her flight. Here however is her autograph.—Very truly yours, (signed) GP Putnam.” A full-name, “Amelia Earhart” signature was penned below that of her husband’s, both scripting projecting nicely against the pinkish, 8.5 x 11 letter. It is very likely that this is one of last autographs Earhart ever signed with the intention of it being such, as less than two months later she disappeared during her second attempt to circumnavigate the globe. In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds (one affecting a couple of letters of signature) and a light shade of toning. RRAuction COA.
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