A desirable pair of ALSs signed by the explorers:
Henry M. Stanley
Author, explorer, and special correspondent for the New York Herald (1841-1904), most famous for his inquiry, 'Dr. Livingstone, I presume?,' upon finding David Livingstone, a fellow explorer who had become lost in the wilds of Zanzibar. ALS, one page, 4.75 x 6.5, Richmond Terrace letterhead, January 29, 1894. Letter to a reverend, in part: “While I dislike extremely to tie myself to any specific engagement, I promise that if in England…to endeavour to be with you on March 15.” In fine condition, with toning along the left edge from old mounting remnants on the reverse.
David Livingstone
Scottish missionary and explorer (1813-1873) who ‘disappeared’ on an expedition to find the source of the Nile only to be famously rediscovered by Henry M. Stanley several years later. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, June 9, 1865. Letter to Mr. Mills. In part: “Beg pardon for troubling you so much, but felt anxious & ventured, trusting you will excuse it.” Affixed to a larger sheet and in fine condition, with the ink a bit light in places.
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