IRVING, WASHINGTON. Autograph Letter Signed, to Dr. Watson, answering his questions concerning a disease at the time of the discovery of America and referring to his book the History of Columbus 1 page, single 4to sheet; dampstaining at top and

IRVING, WASHINGTON. Autograph Letter Signed, to Dr. Watson, answering his questions concerning a disease at the time of the discovery of America and referring to his book the History of Columbus 1 page, single 4to sheet; dampstaining at top and bottom (but not affecting text), toned. New York, 6 April 1842 E800/1,200 ". . . the disease you mention did not exist among the natives of America at the time of the discovery; not among the voyagers during the first voyages but that it originated in Europe . . ."