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Dr. Seuss Scarce ALS Re: his "young friends"

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Dr. Seuss Scarce ALS Re: his "young friends"

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Dr. Seuss Scarce ALS Re: his "young friends"

Single page autograph letter signed on light blue personal stationary 7.25" x 10.5", with letterhead of "Dr. Seuss, 7301 Encelia Drive, La Jolla, California 92037". Dated 'Sunday". The entire letter is boldly hand written in blue felt tip and includes his signature as "Ted". Accompanied by the mailing envelope, 7.5" x 4", which is postmarked "Oct 4, 1971". Near fine condition with expected folds.

A fantastic letter, rare as a hand written letter.

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

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