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Lot #161
August Belmont, Jr

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Multimillionaire businessman, socialite, and horse racing aficionado (1851–1924) best known for building New York’s Belmont Park. Three ALS from one to three pages each, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, circa 1904. Belmont writes to fellow millionaire Joseph Pulitzer regarding attending the opera, schedules, gifts sent, and “the Republican confidence,” which “I cannot understand.” In fine condition, with scattered mild soiling and handling wear. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #319 - Ended March 14, 2007