[ Autograph ] Otto Mergethaler 1854-1899 American inventor of the linotype typesetting machine, revolutionizing printing. Scarce A.L.S.on his illustrated letterhead, 1p. 4to., May 9, 1934 to a Mr. Hutchins. In part: "..As I understand it, you will try to secure some stocks for me, but that you would advise me before buying if the price should go above E65.00...' Fine.