ALS signed “Paul,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 9.25, Hotel Ritz letterhead, December 14, 1932. Letter to his mother on his fortieth birthday. In full, “Here I am back in Mexico for the first time since 1926. I like it down here. The climate is lovely and the scenery is superb. To-morrow is the big day. It doesn't seem possible I will be forty years old. I don't feel any different than at 30 or 20 and probably I am not any more intelligent. I wish I were with you. I think of you so often. There is no one who can take a mother's place and you have always been such a kind, loving mother to me. I have got a divorce from Fini. She was a very poor wife to me and I do not consider it was my fault. I filed suit against her in Jan. 1931 but there were many delays. I am wondering if it is wise for me just now to come to L. A. She has an attorney in L. A. and if I came he might get service on me and try to get a good deal of money. My attorney in Berlin is negotiating with her and I hope that he will soon arrange a satisfactory settlement. However, it will be a great disappointment if I don't get to see you before Christmas. I am so glad Georgie's eyes are better. He was a very brave little boy. Please write me, dearest. I am anxious to hear from you. The business is going fine, and I think the tax settlement was not so bad. I am anxious to get rid of the bank.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In fine condition, with expected mailing folds and a light shade of toning. R&R COA.
