Name/Title
Employer Recommendations, (2 folders, 1899,1913)Description
A typed letter on Edison Electric Light Co. letterhead, addressed "To Whom It May Concern," attesting to Lewis H. Latimer’s professional capabilities and character. The letter is signed by J. H. Vail, General Superintendent. It has visible aging marks, with frayed edges and discoloration, particularly along the bottom. The letterhead includes the company’s address at 44 Wall Street, New York, and names key officials.Subject
Letter of Recommendation for Lewis H. Latimer – Edison Electric Light Co.Context
Dated June 7, 1889, this document is an official letter from the Edison Electric Light Company, signed by General Superintendent J. H. Vail. The letter certifies that Lewis H. Latimer was connected with the Engineering Department of the company for several years and acknowledges his contributions. The letter praises Latimer's faithful and efficient service and highly recommends him for future engineering work.Collection
The Lewis H. Latimer Papers (1870-1929, 1972) [QPL Subgroup], Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]Location
Folder
408os/02Box
408Archival Collection
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) QPL CollectionLibrary
Queens Borough Public LibraryCity
Jamaica, QueensState
New York, USAContinent
North AmericaCountry
United States