Writer (1839–1908) best remembered as the lyricist of the song, ‘Maryland, My Maryland.’ Autograph manuscript, signed James R. Randall, two pages, written on the reverse of Morning Star newspaper form letters dated July 21, 1905. In part: “Individually, I am thankful to God that I have been permitted, after many years, to return to New Orleans, where I began seriously my literary career, and that my present occupation is, in an humble but zealous way to consecrate such small talents as I possess to his greater honor and glory…I have lost none of the worthy enthusiasm of my youth.” In very good condition, with tape repairs to reverse of central horizontal folds, paper loss to edges, uniform toning, and scattered soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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