ALS in German, signed “Schumann-Heink,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10, Waldorf-Astoria letterhead, New York, December 4, 1911. Letter to a gentleman. In part (translated): “With great pleasure I will sing if I can disengage myself from Dippel for Dec.18 in Chicago and if I can arrange to sing Fricka in Walkure on Dec. 20. I just sent a telegram and I expect an answer today. If he can postpone his opera performance—and he must do so—then I shall be at Mrs. Hearst’s and your disposal.” Intersecting folds, two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature, scattered creases and light soiling, and staple holes to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
