ALS, one page both sides, 7.75 x 10.5, law office letterhead, March 19, 1881. Cleveland writes to J. W. Morris. In part: “I became a subscriber to the Encyclopedia Britannica upon the representation that it was printed from the original plates of the English Edition. Within the last two or three months I was called on by the agent for what is called the American reprint. He had in his possession what he said was some volumes of the original … and by comparing them with the books I had received under my subscription, it was certainly apparent that there were important differences. That was the extent of my examination. I became a subscriber for the American reprint. I am content with it. If I have been deceived I cannot help it, for I have not the time nor inclination to re-examine the matter. One thing is very certain: If I had had any idea of the consequences which have followed my original subscription, it never would have been made. This letter is not for publication. If it were I think I should add some advice suggested by my experience….” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (vertical fold to last name), and scattered soiling and wrinkling with a few tears (primarily to top and bottom edges). JSA/John Reznikoff Auction LOA and RRAuction COA.
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