1538. GUSTAVE CHARPENTIER (1860 - 1956) French composer of orchestral suites, dramatic works, and operas. A.L.S. "Gustave Charpentier" 2pp. 8vo., Paris, July 4, 1917, in French to Mr. Rabain [?], in part: "...I am sure that your presence as the head of the American orchestra will be a precious prize for French art. Our national music will only be more...in collaboration with more experimental [music]...". Boldly written and very good. $75 - 100