Inventor of the first dirigible airship (1806–1872) who first flew his ‘Aereon’ over Perth Amboy, New Jersey, on June 1, 1863. ALS signed “Andrews,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, January 22, 1863. Letter to Schrack & Co. In part: “Yours of 20th is just rec’d informing me that the price of the oil is $2 per gallon. I wish it had informed me that the oil was shipped also. I did not suppose when I quoted your bill to Mr. Wise that I should get it at the same price, but presumed that a respectable merchant of the City of ‘Brotherly Love’ would deal justly with an Inventor.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (slight separation at bottom edge), light edge toning, and a chip to the bottom affecting what would have been the beginning of his signature (the last name remains unaffected). RR Auction COA.
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