Western scout (1847–1917) during the Indian Wars who later enjoyed a career as a popular poet, playwright, short story author, and entertainer. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, gorgeously illustrated Dickson Lyceum Bureau letterhead, February 16, 1907. Partial ALS in Crawford’s hand. In part: “I have carefully figured on the Glenn proposition I cannot see my way to make the payments and I need all the territory there and more later if I could secure it for my summer camp for boys…to learn riding, shooting, camp life.” In very good condition, with some separation to mailing folds, toning and soiling to the borders, a few chips and dings to the edges, and a light erased pencil notation to the upper left. Accompanied by two secretarially signed TLSs. RR Auction COA.
