$244
Autographed letter signed ("P. T. Barnum"), to manager William Cameron Coup, 1 page, on Waldemere letterhead, Bridgeport, Connecticut, August 18, 1885. Barnum writes Coup that he has the right to use his name in New York, Philadelphia, and Buffalo for a museum, but states he needs to be convinced it will be properly conducted. Creased in thirds; small chip to upper left corner and bottom of the page, not affecting text; else fine. Together with envelope in Barnum's hand to Coup in New York.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2010-11-18