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Lot 225

[HEMINGWAY, Ernest (1899-1961), association]. Original Telegram from Hemingway to Esquire Editor / Publisher Arnold Gingrich (1903-1976). Key West, FL

Estimate: $500 - $750
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[HEMINGWAY, Ernest (1899-1961), association]. Original Telegram from Hemingway to Esquire Editor / Publisher Arnold Gingrich (1903-1976). Key West, FL via Chicago, IL, Western Union, Mar 14, 1938. Telegram on Western Union paper with pasted telegram text. Approximately 6 ½ x 8”. Toned, some general wear, creases. Fine.

Condition

"Air mailed pics Special Delivery from Miami yesterday piece 876 words goes tonight would be best if possible place opposite pics but can refer back to them thank Dave Letter Sorry cant be editor if not editing swamped work taxes excuse not writing Regards=Ernest". 

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