[John Maddison Morton, playwright.] Two Autograph Letters Signed (one 'J. M. Morton', the other 'John M Morton') to comic actor John Pritt Harley, in one discussing a piece he has written for Mrs Humby, in the other complaining of 'disappointments'.

The two letters in fair condition, lightly aged and worn. Both with contemporary annotation at head of first page. ONE: From 13 North Crescent, and signed 'John M Morton'. 2pp, 12mo. Addressed, with a second signature, to 'J. P. Harley Esq'. Begins: 'Tho' not quite finished, you will see enough of the drift of the piece, to enable you to say whether you fancy it or not. I have written it out without amendments, which are rarely made, if you approve - I began Dainty (you remember the name?) for Mr. [Humby?], but broke down'. After stating that he is 'anxious' to know Harley's 'verdict', he concludes: 'Ramsgate - no go!' TWO: From Briar Lodge, and signed 'J. M. Morton'. 1p, 16mo. Reads: 'My dear Harley, | Many & very sincere thanks for your good wishes. - I met with nothing but disappointments, but feeling sure that "you would, if you could", I thankfully take the "will for the deed" -'.