STANLEY, SIR HENRY MORTON. (1841-1904). Anglo-American journalist and explorer of Africa. Autograph Letter Signed three times, “Henry M. Stanley,” “Sir Henry M. Stanley” and “H.M.S.,” on his imprinted 2, Richmond Terrace, Whitehall, S.W. stationery. Four full pages, octavo. London, June 12, 1899. Very fine condition. To “Monsieur Piston d’Eaubonne.” Stanley writes:

“Cher Monsieur, Your opinions in regard to the effect of the Sugar Bounties on Mauritine [?] and others of their Majesty’s Colonies are shared by me in the fullest degree. The difference between us is only that you understand the pernicious effect better than I do—and know so well how to expound your opinions. I wish I had the time to study the matter thoroughly for my feelings are very deep. Nevertheless I shall be very glad to have from one who is a master of the subject — and information you can give me for if I am not able — through the multitude of subjects I have to study to inform myself so as to influence public opinion. I shall have to give my constituents reasons for my vote, and it would be my endeavor to do so intelligently. This month is such a busy one with us — and I have written 50 letters a day during June trying to overtake the mass of correspondence I have to deal with. This will explain the delay in acknowledging your very welcome letter. With my best regards to you and your family believe me Dear Sir yours very sincerely Henry M. Stanley. P.S. You know perhaps that I am now Sir Henry M. Stanley G.C.B. since the 3rd of June and on acct. of the hundreds of congratulations received, I have had another strong reason for dismay at the heap of work before me. H.M.S.”

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