Fiske, Minnie Maddern. (1865-1932)

Autograph Letter

Autograph letter from the American actress and animal welfare advocate, asking for a social engagement to be arranged with members of the "Plays & Players' Club" and the "Musical Matinée Club."  On letterhead of the International Anti-Bull Fight Movement, a department of the American Humane Association which Fiske chaired.  Fiske writes that "a death in my family and the strictest doctor's daily program... are making me - this year - give up many happy things."  Undated, ca. perhaps 1920.  Letter creases; otherwise in very fine condition.  2 pp. 21.4 x 27.6 cm.

Minnie Maddern Fiske (1865 - 1932) was one of the leading American actresses of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century and was widely considered the most important actress on the American stage in the first quarter of the 20th century. Her performances in several Henrik Ibsen plays widely introduced American audiences to the Norwegian playwright.  She was also known as one of the most prominent animal welfare advocates of her era. (12823)
Autograph Letter
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