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Lot #720
Nellie Melba: "I did think I could trust him but evidently no men are to be trusted in this world"

"I did think I could trust him but evidently no men are to be trusted in this world"

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"I did think I could trust him but evidently no men are to be trusted in this world"

Legendary Australian opera soprano (1861–1931) revered as one of the greatest singers of her day. She also lent her name to a number of dishes, including Peach Melba. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 5.25, no date. Letter to George. In part: 'I was so glad to get your nice letter…I am very well & am just starting off for a tour of the English provinces which I don’t much like the idea of—however I must go so I may as well do it gracefully…How is Tim? I wonder if he knows why I broke? I did think I could trust him but evidently no men are to be trusted in this world.…I know I can trust you because I know you are fond of me.' A collector’s stamp to top of second page, a bit of mild toning, and old tape remnant to hinge, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.

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