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Lot #176
Thomas Edison Typed Letter Signed

Edison recognizes an honorary degree granted to fellow industrialist Owen D. Young, founder of RCA

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Edison recognizes an honorary degree granted to fellow industrialist Owen D. Young, founder of RCA

TLS signed “Thos. A. Edison,” one page, 7.25 x 9, From the Laboratory of Thomas A. Edison letterhead, November 7, 1928. Letter to Dr. Frank Pierrepont Graves, in full: "It is gratifying to learn from your letter of October 30, that the Regents of The University of the State of New York have conferred the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws upon our distinguished fellow citizen, the Honorable Owen D. Young. I shall act upon your suggestion and write to Mr. Young a word of greeting and welcome to our little circle." Beautifully cloth-matted and framed with a portrait and biographical caption to an overall size of 24 x 24.5. In fine condition. Owen D. Young was an industrialist known for founding the Radio Corporation of America (RCA).

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts
  • Dates: #689 - Ended April 17, 2024





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