Lot 161
Edison, Thomas -- Signed Annual Report (1847-1931) American inventor whose innovative work in electricity and communication laid the foundation for the modern technical age. Typed document signed "Thomas A. Edison" as a director of The Edison Electric Light Company of Europe, Limited, one page, 11½ x 8", New York, Jan. 1, 1896. Being an Annual Report of the company, which was incorporated in New York on December 23, 1880, and which controlled Edison's electric light patents in Europe, excluding the United Kingdom. Edison signed with two other directors. Among other information, the report notes that the capital stock of the company is two million dollars, the existing debts don't exceed $19,763, and the assets equal at least $30,000. Paper is toned; partial separation at top horizontal fold; uneven lower left margin and closed tear at blank, lower edge. Document is affixed at corners to larger cardstock, easily removed. Edison signed in green ink, with minor ink brushing. Estimate $1,000 - 1,500
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