Commander of London’s Metropolitan Police Force from 1886-1888 which involved him in the case of Jack the Ripper. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, December 25. Letter, written in his difficult to decipher hand, to a friend and member of the Royal Engineers stationed in Egypt. In part, “I cannot let this day go by without sending you a letter…Do you remember the Iris on little bulbs we picked up in the desert…they are very rare and some…are very much wanted by Professor Michael Foster.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In fine condition. R&R COA.
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