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Thomas A. Edison Autograph Note Signed to “Burns,” concerning routine business matters and the handling of receipts and work reports. Written in Edison’s characteristic hurried hand, the brief memorandum requests that Burns send a receipt and references work performed and reported, reflecting the constant flow of administrative communication surrounding Edison’s many ventures and laboratory operations.
Short working notes of this type are representative of Edison’s day-to-day management style, in which quick handwritten instructions were used to coordinate employees, projects, and financial details. Though informal in tone, such notes provide an authentic glimpse into the practical side of Edison’s professional life beyond his celebrated inventions, illustrating how closely he monitored results and correspondence.
Autograph note written in pencil signed “Edison,” on lined paper. The signature is bold and clear at the conclusion, with expected handling wear and age toning consistent with period office use. A desirable example of Edison’s concise business communication, offering strong display appeal and direct association with one of America’s most influential inventors.