^Lot 168 Clarence Darrow

Brilliant defense attorney (1857–1938) noted for his role in the Scopes ‘Monkey’ Trial and the Leopold-Loeb thrill-killing case. ALS, one page, 5.75 x 8.5, July 13. Darrow writes Walden Book Shop regarding an order. In full: “Please send the books mentioned in the enclosed to A. W. Wright, 251 Washington St., Holly Mich. and charge to me.” Mounted on a slightly larger heavy board with informational swatch glued to front, not affecting text or signature. In very good condition, with the ink in the first half of the letter very light, a new pen being employed to finish the letter, resulting in a bold signature, intersecting folds, and a paperclip impression to top edge.