American landscape architect and gardening columnist (1872–1960). ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10, April 27, 1899. Lengthy letter to Mr. Batchelder. In part: “I have finished my plan and now I am at work on an elevation, something like this. A house on a terrace with a garden sloping down to a little brook which forms a large basin in the centre of the space below—I am afraid my sketch is not very comprehensive.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. RR Auction COA.
