[Strauss, Richard. (1864–1949)] Hammerstein, Oscar (I). (1847-1919) Autograph Letter Signed about the first American Presentations of Strauss's operas Salome and ElektraAn important autograph letter with candid revelations about the business practices of the legendary German born businessman and theater impresario to the German impresario Norbert Salter. In German. [New York,] October 29, [1908]. 3 pp. on recto pages of three sheets of Manhattan Opera House stationery. All three leaves punched for binding, else fine. Translated in full: "Well, Mr. Salter During my sojourn in Berlin I promised you preferred treatment