Ericsson, John, 1803-1889 to John B. Kitchen
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05857 Author/Creator: Ericsson, John, 1803-1889 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 June 1858 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 24.9 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy
Written by noted Swedish inventor Ericsson. Tells him to put off construction of the "Caloric boat." Regrets having to say this because he believes the engine would useful. Says he wants to test other large engines that are weaker before they continue on the potentially more powerful Caloric engine.
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