Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Autographed Letter Signed and Dated 1894 Regarding the Continuing of Lectures in Chicago Due to the Economy (1859-1930) Physician and celebrated, beloved writer created the character of Sherlock Holmes through four novels and fifty-six short stories about Holmes, and side partner, Dr. Watson. As a physician, Doyle was a staunch supporter of compulsory vaccination and wrote several articles advocating the practice and denouncing the views of anti-vaccinators. But as a writer he found and his works continue to find legions of fans. Doyle was fascinated by spiritualist mediums, his belief in the supernatural and even fairies which only adds to his lore. Offered is an autograph letter signed on The Russell House stationery, the luxury hotel of Detroit at the time. He writes presumably to his manager, regarding his opinion that the economy is too dire to support his tour even though his Detroit lecture went well. "I realize that the depression has by no means passed away and that the number of people who can be counted upon is limited. Now as Chicago is the very heart of the depression, it seems to me a little doubtful whether the second lecture would by good policy. That is my feeling but you are the best Judge--- Yours very truly, A Conan Doyle" One page, 9.5 x 6" very fine+ condition, with only minor evidence of handling and overall toning.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,500
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