Dubbed “The Big Train,” his blinding fastball shutouts made him famous. TLS, one page, 6.5 x 6.5, October 13, 1926. Johnson politely declines an engagement. In full, “I regret that it will be impossible for me to be with you at your Smoker in November, as I do not expect to be in that part of the country this winter. I appreciate your kind invitation.” In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges, light show through from notation on reverse bisecting horizontal fold and a few creases. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
