[ Autographs ] SIMON LAKE (1866 - 1945) American naval architect who invented the first submarine to operate successfully in the open sea.Rare I.S.P. 4.25in x 6.5in b/w, a handsome head and shoulders portrait of a youthful Lake in suit and tie. Beautifully matted, and inscribed at bottom mat: "Your Sincerely Simon Lake Milford Conn. Oct 15, 1923. Mrs. L - says I did look like this about 23 years ago...". In fine condition, presented in green paper case.