Nov 03, 2011 - Sale 2259

Sale 2259 - Lot 3

Price Realized: $ 1,680
?Final Price Realized includes Buyer’s Premium added to Hammer Price
Estimate: $ 350 - $ 500
CUSTER, ELIZABETH BACON. Autograph Letter Signed, "Elizabeth B. Custer," to the editor of her book, Tenting on the Plains, "Dear Mr. Hall," suggesting the placement of illustrations in Tenting and apologizing for not returning the manuscript with the messenger. 2 pages, small 8vo, ruled paper, written on one side of each sheet; marginal abrasions and tiny holes at top left of each sheet. "55 West 10th," 30 November no year
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"Where shall we put the map of Texas? Chapter VIII has no illustration . . . . I have placed the Kansas map between Chapters XI & XII subject to your approval.
"I am sorry that I could not have given the M.S. to the messenger . . . .
"I am sure that I can do better regarding the subjects for illustrating the next time in next book."