[ Autographs ] RICHMOND P. HOBSON (1870 - 1937) American naval officer and hero of the Spanish-American War for his sinking of the collier Merrimac effectively sealing Santiago Harbor. Fine content imperialist A.Q.S. signed in full, 1p. 8vo., Buffalo, Oct. 24, 1901: "The war with Spain led States upon an unparalleled career of beneficent greatness..." Moderate toning, otherwise very good.