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Lot #624
H. L. Mencken

"I am seldom in NY—and then usually in liquor"

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"I am seldom in NY—and then usually in liquor"

ALS signed “Mencken,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, The Smart Set letterhead, no date. Letter to "Swift," in full: "I wish I could, but I am worked to death—and I once made oath on my grand father's bones to refrain from lecturing. My best thanks! Don't you ever come down to Baltimore any more? I am seldom in NY—and then usually in liquor." In fine condition.

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