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Lot #1477
Gene Tunney

“’Man’s inhumanity to man makes countless thousands mourn’”

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“’Man’s inhumanity to man makes countless thousands mourn’”

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Denman Tire & Rubber Company letterhead, August 12, 1952. Letter to a young woman asking for his favorite quote. In part: “I sincerely hope that this letter reaches you in time to help complete your scrapbook for the State and County Fairs…my ‘favorite quotation.’ It is just this: ‘Man’s inhumanity to man makes countless thousands mourn.’…Robert Burns.” In fine condition, with some mild toning to edges. Accompanied by an unsigned 8 x 10 photo of Tunney from Kings of the Ring. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #402 - Ended February 13, 2013





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