American inventor and industrialist (1831–1897) best known for developing the first successful railroad sleeping car. LS signed “Geo. M. Pullman,” one page, 7.75 x 10, Pullman’s Palace Car Company letterhead, October 13, 1873. Letter to C. W. Angell. In part: “This will introduce to you Mr. John J. Geiger of London…He is making an extended tour through our country, and I shall be pleased to gave you extend to him such courtesies as may be in your power during his visit to Chicago.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 16. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). RR Auction COA.
