Curtis, George William (1824-1892). American Man of Letters; editor (Putnam’s. Harper’s, Harper’s Bazaar), orator, author. ALS, 1 p., Staten Island, 13 October 1880. To T.W. Barnes, concerning a decision: “I am very much obliged by your kind note. But believe me my decision is only final because it must be. It is my honesty and not my will.” 4.375”w x 6.75”h. Very good.