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Lot #352
Robert A. Millikan

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Nobel Prize-winning physicist (1868-1953) who was the first to isolate the electron and measure its charge. TLS signed “Robert A. Millikan,” one page, 8.5 x 11, California Institute of Technology letterhead, January 21, 1930. Letter to Dr. Walter S. Adams at the Mount Wilson Observatory, in part: "I enclose a copy of a resolution adopted at the last meeting of the Executive Council, which is self-explanatory. The Council will greatly appreciate your serving as a member of the committee constituted by this action. Will you please let me know whether or not it will be possible for you to do so?" In fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: September
  • Dates: #535 - Ended September 12, 2018





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