Hosmer, William Howe Cuyler (1814-1877) . New York poet; often incorporated Seneca legends in his work. ALS, 1 p.6” x 9” on a 12” x 9” folded sheet. Brooklyn, Aug. 25th, 1855. To A.T. Keeler, complying with an autograph request, and showing great modesty common to many writers: “…permit me to say that a scratch from my poor hand can add little value to a work…” With a steel-engraved portrait and a couple old newspaper clippings. Fine.