Author: FISKE, Minnie Maddern (1865-1932)
Title: Autograph Letter Signed
Description: The most accomplished American stage actress of the early 20th century began as a child, and while she did it all -- comedy, tragedy -- it is for Ibsen and Shakespeare roles that she's best known; she appeared in silent film versions of two of her greatest stage hits, "Tess of the d'Urbervilles" (1913) and "Vanity Fair" (1915). ALS, 2pp (single leaf), 5½" X 8½", Los Angeles, CA, n.y. Addressed to "Dearest Drucie" (Drusilla Pierce, a Los Angeles friend). Very good. Original folds (none weakened) evident; light glass ring near top of second page smudges half a dozen words. On "Hotel Van Nuys" letterhead, Fiske urges her friend to " run over to Hollywood any time next Sunday evening -- & have a little time with me and with old-old-old friends.. and then when we meet we can plan for the meeting of Tuesday. I am deeply eager you shall attend with me -- next Tuesday. Save that day.." Arranges details, gives addresses, etc. Signed simply "Minnie." Undated, but likely 1920s vintage. .

Keywords: Film & Theater


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