Explorer who (may have!) reached the North Pole in 1909. ALS signed 'R. E. Peary,' one page, 7.75 x 10, U. S. Navy Yard letterhead, February 4, 1896. Letter to a Smithsonian Institute ethnologist. In part, 'I regret that I cannot accept your kind offer to publish my ethnological photos free of cost. Thanks for your kind remarks in regard to my lecture.' In fine condition, with mailing fold through one initial. RRAuction COA.
