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Lot #210
Thomas Edison

Edison excitedly informs son Charles in the surge of “on order” orders: “Evidently this scheme works”

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Edison excitedly informs son Charles in the surge of “on order” orders: “Evidently this scheme works”

ALS, in pencil, signed “Edison,” one lined page, 5 x 7.75, no date. Letter addressed to “Charles,” presumably his son. In full, “We are getting from the jobbers orders for ‘On Order’ stuff about 1200 to 1500 per day so far well distributed among all the jobbers - Evidently this scheme works.” Double matted and framed with an original portrait of Edison, to an overall size of 23.5 x 20.5. In fine condition, with even overall toning and some creasing to photo. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA. Oversized.

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  • Dates: #299 - Ended July 20, 2005