FS: Dummy Taylor Handwritten Letter

[rholmes]

Luther "Dummy" Taylor (NY Giants 1900-08) 2-page handwritten, signed letter. This is certainly certainly one of the better Taylor items available, full of autobiographical detail touching on the school for the deaf in Olathe KS, his early days in baseball, and the 1905 World Series. "Mr. Lanigan", to whom the letter is addressed, is very likely Harold W. Lanigan, writer for The Sporting News. Lanigan wrote a story on Taylor for The Sporting News published on December 24, 1942. The letter, dated November 9, 1942 was probably written as part of Lanigan's research process for the article. The letter is finished off with Taylor's large, bold signature.

The letter is written on two one-sided sheets, each 8.5" x 11". Condition is very good with mild toning and a few short tears at margins. Each page has mailing folds and the second page has two spots of tape repair on the reverse at the center fold line.

Comes with PSA/DNA LOA.

Asking $1200, which is what I have in it, but I'll listen to offers. Payment via paypal F/F preferred. Shipping will be included in price.

PM or email to semloh00 (at) yahoo.com with questions.

Thanks, Ray