Last reigning monarch of the Hawaiian islands (1838–1917) who actively pursued the preservation of the islands for their native residents. In 1898, Liliuokalani was forced to give up her throne when Hawaii was annexed to the United States. ALS in pencil, signed “Liliuokalani,” one page (with one line of the postscript on the reverse), lightly-lined, 7.75 x 10, no date. Memo regarding business matters. In part: “From rents, to pay to W. G. Irwin $250.00 as soon as possible towards Kia Nahaolelua’s mortgage…Should the case of Kanaima come up again, Mr. A. S. Humphreys will undertake the case for Kakaeearoi. Should he win, I am to receive one-half of her position. Humphreys is to be paid $500 for his services.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a small central stain (not affecting the text). RR Auction COA.
