Antique CCNY Letter College of New York Alumni Address List c1880s For Sale

Original handwritten letter on official letterhead from The College of the City of New York, located at Lexington Ave. and 23rd Street.

A scarce academic piece discussing alumni records, printed materials, and distribution—offering a glimpse into how institutions managed alumni communication in the late 19th century.

Loose Transcript / Highlights:

• “My Dear Dexter —Thanks for your offer of your interleaved copy of Alumni Addresses…”
• “I should certainly prefer a correct list, but do you care to risk it by mail?”
• “Could your corrections be copied here by someone at my expense?”
• “I thought at first I would reach the graduates in a quiet way… but believe I must let Putnam’s try it by circular and regular channels…”
• “The price is put as near to cost as can be estimated — $3.50…”
• “The regular edition… the copy sent to the Brown University Library… two portraits… no gilt…”
• “I should like a new copy of addresses anyway and a copy of last Triennial, if you will oblige me…”
• Signed: “Yours very truly” (signature appears to read H.P. Whitney or similar)

Condition:

Heavy age-related wear. Notable tears, losses, and holes in paper (including center and upper edge). Toning, creasing, and edge wear throughout. Writing remains legible. Fragile but displayable historic piece.

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