[ Autograph ] Paul Henreid 1908-1992 Austrian-born actor known for his roles in Casablanca and Of Human Bondage. Superb A.L.S. 1p.. 4to,Los Angeles, Sep.26, 1950, to noted publisher Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr. about the impact of McCarthyism. In response to a request by Vanderbilt to endorse a candidate, Henreid replies: "...some of my colleagues careers have been seriously damaged by irresponsible people calling them names in the press and in books ...just because they supported candidates that were not liked by those who do not really believe in the Constitution and the American democracy I love.I too have felt the venom of political attack. Unfortunately this is unbearable for an actor who k work ...must be supported by all producers and all audiences, if he wishes to stay an actor... ' More fine content in this highly political letter. Fine.