Envelope from the Office of the Mayor, City of New York to Lewis H. Latimer
Letter
This is an aged envelope sent from the Office of the Mayor, City of New York, addressed to Lewis H. Latimer at 184 Adelphi St., Brooklyn, New York. The envelope has a red two-cent stamp featuring George Washington, which was a common stamp issued in the early 20th century. It is postmarked May 13, 1902, at 9 PM in New York. The top-left corner of the envelope includes the official heading of the Mayor’s Office.
Lewis H. Latimer was an inventor, draftsman, and engineer, best known for his contributions to the development of the electric light bulb and other electrical innovations. This letter, dating from 1902, likely pertains to Latimer’s later career, where he was active in patent consulting and municipal work, possibly engaging in legal or technical matters with the city. His address in Brooklyn was his residence in his later years.
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]
Printed text (top left corner): CITY OF NEW YORK. OFFICE OF THE MAYOR. Handwritten Address: Mr. L. H. Latimer 184 Adelphi St. B’klyn, New York. Postmark: NEW YORK MAY 13, 9 PM, 1902