719. CALIXTO GARCIA (1839 - 1898) Cuban patriot, a leader in the Spanish-American war, the "Garcia" of Hubbard's "Message to Garcia". L.S., 2pp., 8vo., Cuba, Sept. 13, 1896, to Mrs. Concepcion Genner, on Republica de Cuba Eastern Military Department Headquarters stationery. He writes: "...I am replying to yours of the 10th of the current month. Although the law authorizes me to issue the 'pass' you request, in observance to the orders of the General, I need to know first the type of pass, the quantities, the purpose and the destination, as well as other details appropriate in such a sensitive situation. Even if I trust you completely, I have to use all prudent means to carry out my responsibility and do my duty. Since your sheriff could not give me any further data, I cannot issue the pass without having these details ...Showing you all my consideration..." Very good.               $2,500 - 3,000