American businessman and philanthropist (1843–1899) who succeeded his father and grandfather as head of the New York Central Railroad. LS signed “C. Vanderbilt,” one page, 5.5 x 8, New York Central & Hudson letterhead, November 14, 1889. Letter to Howard Russell Butler. In part: “I shall be pleased to contribute towards the fund for the new building of the American Fine Arts Society, five thousand dollars.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, light scattered creases and toning, and a couple small edge tears. RR Auction COA.
