[LB058440], Letter from Alfred Ord Tate to Automaton Piano Co, Abram Brougham De Frece, December 7th, 1893
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Dec. 7th, 1893. A. B. de Freece, Esq., Temporary Receiver, Automaton Piano Co., 31 10th Ave., N. Y. Dear Sir:-- Your letter of 28th ult. was duly received by Mr. Edison, who directs me to say in reply that just as soon as the current is applied to the electric motor which operates the Automaton Piano, he will pass judgment on it, of which you will be advised. Yours very truly, A.O. Tate Private Secretary. M.