New Zealand-born physicist and chemist (1871–1937) who discovered the concept of radioactive half-life; he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1908. ALS signed “E. Rutherford,” one page, 4.25 x 7, blindstamped Newnham Cottage letterhead, February 14, 1925. Handwritten letter transmitting a manuscript, in part: "I enclose herewith corrected M.S.S. & two figures to be reproduced in a small scale for illustration. I had the beginnings of a bad cold, possibly ‘flu’ when I gave my lecture…I am glad to know the audience was pleased. I would like the reprint of my lecture." In fine condition.
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