1790. HELEN KELLER (1880-1968) American author who overcame her lack of sight, speech and hearing to write inspirational accounts of her life. Fine content T.LS., 1p. 4to., Westport, Apr. 16, 1959 to five-time Alabama Sen. J. Lister Hill. In part: "...It is a marvelous experience such as God makes possible - the way in which you are helping to fulfill the dream that has given energy and purpose to my dream. When Anne Sullivan Macy and I began working for the blind, I hoped that we might be instrumental in kindling inner light for the blind of America...the miracle is being wrought through your generosity!...". Receiving stamp and docket at top, else fine. $250-350