Pseudonym of Russian-born Jewish author and playwright Solomon Naumovich Rabinovich (1859-1916) whose stories about Tevye the Dairyman served as the basis for the musical Fiddler on the Roof. ALS in Hebrew, one page, 5.75 x 8.75, Grand Hotel National of Vienna letterhead, March 8/9, 1906. In full (translated): "So that the evening will be successful I have the honor to present to you my friend Mr. Gayer who will talk about everything and not only talk but will also do it. I beg you to treat Mr. Gayer as you would me." Also marked "Confidential" by him along the right edge. Matted and framed with a color postcard of Aleichem to an overall size of 18.5 x 16.5. In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing and soiling, and two torn punch holes to right edge. A brief but charming piece of correspondence.
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