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Lot #867
Eugene O’Neill

“I have written a play involving tuberculosis. It is called ‘The Straw’”

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“I have written a play involving tuberculosis. It is called ‘The Straw’”

TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, March 24, 1927. From Bermuda, O’Neill writes to a woman at the Chicago Tuberculosis Institute. In full: “I have written a play involving tuberculosis. It is called ‘The Straw,’ and is in the books of my plays. It was produced in New York for a short run in 1921. I wish you would read it and let me know if you think it is the kind you want.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a light spot to left side. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #414 - Ended September 18, 2013





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