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Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0136
17 BATTERY PLACE
New York
June 17, 1918.
Nikola Tesla, Esq.,
The Blackstone,
Chicago, Ill.
Dear Mr. Tesla:
I have just telegraphed briefly the result of Mr. Foster's efforts to have the De La Vergne cases adjourned, and enclose herewith a letter from him, which fully explains the state of affairs. Unfortunately the results so far are rather disappointing.
Regarding the Lowenstein case, it would undoubtedly be best to assign this to the N.T. Co. Mr. Foster suggested the assignment of this claim, so that you might be protected against people who have judgments against you.
In answer to your question concerning the Income Tax, it was necessary to pay this in order to avoid a penalty of 50% and other charges, and I have therefore made the payment for account of the Company.
Hoping that you will soon recover completely from your injuries, I remain,
Very truly yours,
Geo. Scherff
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0137
COPY
Chicago, June 16, 1918.
Dear Mr. Scherff:
Just a few lines to tell you that I have been steadily improving under the vigorous treatment and expect soon to be able to go to the factory in a carriage. There is every indication that my recovery will be complete although I may be handicapped for some time.
The office has sent me a copy of a communication from the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics which is of the greatest importance inasmuch as it may lead to the adoption of my turbine. I wish I had all the records available to give complete information. Under the circumstances I shall have to rely on my memory.
I am sorry that you have been again put to the inconvenience of making advances to the Company which I understand now aggregate $582.52/100. Of course I shall see that this is refunded as soon as practicable but at this writing I do not know when I shall be in the position to send check for deposit.
In connection with my work for the Bureau of Steam Engineering I would call your attention to the N.Y.Times of June 13th containing a report to the effect that Marconi-DeForest suit has been deferred until after the war at the Navy's request. There is no reason why the same consideration should not be shown to me, only it will take some time owing to the slowness of Government machinery. I trust that the suits pending will go over the summer on the physician's affidavit but should there be a decision against us by default I could still effect an adjustment with the Cramps.
I am looking with considerable interest to the next W.W.Co. Statement but have little hope that it will be satisfactory as I understand from Mr. May that they are now working on my mercury tachometer which is free of the limitation of the air drag instrument. Ultimately, it is certain, the results with this Company will be highly gratifying.
With regards
Sincerely,
N. Tesla
P.S. You did not say anything as yet as to whom Lowenstein claims should be assigned in new suit.
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0138
COPY
Chicago, June 12, 1918.
Tesla Company, Inc.
8 West 40th Street,
New York.
Inclosed certificate from Dr. Harvey H. Snyder should be delivered to Mr. Scherff immediately upon receipt. If I find it possible I shall write more fully in time for same mail.
(signed) N. T.
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0139
COPY
June 12, 1918.
Dear Mr. Scherff:
I am writing with pencil as it seems to require less effort.
A I wired yesterday I met with an accident Friday last causing some dislocation of bones and muscular strains in the hip region of the back. The pain is hard to bear but what distresses me more is the interruption of work which is as important in financial and every other respect. Once the manufacture of my machines is under way the Company will receive a large income sufficient to easily take care of everything. These people are turning out about one thousand of their old machines every month and this is only the headlight business. If we did not do anything else with them we would be doing well vut there are, as I told you before, much larger prospects. Beside I shall get some money on completion of the task and this is of vital moment to me just now.
I have forwarded to the Bureau of Steam Engineering further information and am expecting an answer. There can be no doubt that I shall be given the required statement but when I cannot tell. I have mailed you the Doctor's certificate today which, I suppose, will accomplish the same purpose.
The office has sent me a check for the Collector of Internal Revenue which I cannot very well sign now and I would be obliged to you will post me in regard to this matter.
I must also depend on you to take care of the expenses then until I can get around. Your frequent assistance was valuable but I am sure you will feel satisfied.
Regarding the new action against Lowenstein the attorney proposes an assignment of all claims to another party. Should it not be the n. T. Co. Or can you suggest some person in preference?
Sincerely,
N. Tesla.
P.S. As soon as I am comfortable I shall write more fully.
Mr. George Scherff, Esq.
Tesla Company, Enc.
8 West 40 Street, N.Y.
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0140
17 BATTERY PLACE
New York
June 12, 1918.
Dear Mr. Tesla:
Enclosed please find a letter just received from Mr. Foster. The correspondence he refers to is that Mr. Bergmann, of which Miss Skerritt also sent you a copy. I went over other records in your office, such as bills and invoices, but as I am not familiar with the case, I was unable to decide what would be useful to Mr. Foster and could therefore not furnish him any other material.
I am telegraphing you that the affidavit from Washington should be in Mr. Foster's hands next Saturday, and I hope that you will succeed in obtaining the same.
I obtained a copy of your patent on lighting and have read it with great interest. No doubt this means another new business development in the near future.
Respectfully yours,
Geo. Scherff
Nikola Tesla, Esq.,
The Blackstone,
Chicago, Ill.
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0136
17 BATTERY PLACE
New York
June 17, 1918.
Nikola Tesla, Esq.,
The Blackstone,
Chicago, Ill.
Dear Mr. Tesla:
I have just telegraphed briefly the result of Mr. Foster's efforts to have the De La Vergne cases adjourned, and enclose herewith a letter from him, which fully explains the state of affairs. Unfortunately the results so far are rather disappointing.
Regarding the Lowenstein case, it would undoubtedly be best to assign this to the N.T. Co. Mr. Foster suggested the assignment of this claim, so that you might be protected against people who have judgments against you.
In answer to your question concerning the Income Tax, it was necessary to pay this in order to avoid a penalty of 50% and other charges, and I have therefore made the payment for account of the Company.
Hoping that you will soon recover completely from your injuries, I remain,
Very truly yours,
Geo. Scherff
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0137
COPY
Chicago, June 16, 1918.
Dear Mr. Scherff:
Just a few lines to tell you that I have been steadily improving under the vigorous treatment and expect soon to be able to go to the factory in a carriage. There is every indication that my recovery will be complete although I may be handicapped for some time.
The office has sent me a copy of a communication from the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics which is of the greatest importance inasmuch as it may lead to the adoption of my turbine. I wish I had all the records available to give complete information. Under the circumstances I shall have to rely on my memory.
I am sorry that you have been again put to the inconvenience of making advances to the Company which I understand now aggregate $582.52/100. Of course I shall see that this is refunded as soon as practicable but at this writing I do not know when I shall be in the position to send check for deposit.
In connection with my work for the Bureau of Steam Engineering I would call your attention to the N.Y.Times of June 13th containing a report to the effect that Marconi-DeForest suit has been deferred until after the war at the Navy's request. There is no reason why the same consideration should not be shown to me, only it will take some time owing to the slowness of Government machinery. I trust that the suits pending will go over the summer on the physician's affidavit but should there be a decision against us by default I could still effect an adjustment with the Cramps.
I am looking with considerable interest to the next W.W.Co. Statement but have little hope that it will be satisfactory as I understand from Mr. May that they are now working on my mercury tachometer which is free of the limitation of the air drag instrument. Ultimately, it is certain, the results with this Company will be highly gratifying.
With regards
Sincerely,
N. Tesla
P.S. You did not say anything as yet as to whom Lowenstein claims should be assigned in new suit.
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0138
COPY
Chicago, June 12, 1918.
Tesla Company, Inc.
8 West 40th Street,
New York.
Inclosed certificate from Dr. Harvey H. Snyder should be delivered to Mr. Scherff immediately upon receipt. If I find it possible I shall write more fully in time for same mail.
(signed) N. T.
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0139
COPY
June 12, 1918.
Dear Mr. Scherff:
I am writing with pencil as it seems to require less effort.
A I wired yesterday I met with an accident Friday last causing some dislocation of bones and muscular strains in the hip region of the back. The pain is hard to bear but what distresses me more is the interruption of work which is as important in financial and every other respect. Once the manufacture of my machines is under way the Company will receive a large income sufficient to easily take care of everything. These people are turning out about one thousand of their old machines every month and this is only the headlight business. If we did not do anything else with them we would be doing well vut there are, as I told you before, much larger prospects. Beside I shall get some money on completion of the task and this is of vital moment to me just now.
I have forwarded to the Bureau of Steam Engineering further information and am expecting an answer. There can be no doubt that I shall be given the required statement but when I cannot tell. I have mailed you the Doctor's certificate today which, I suppose, will accomplish the same purpose.
The office has sent me a check for the Collector of Internal Revenue which I cannot very well sign now and I would be obliged to you will post me in regard to this matter.
I must also depend on you to take care of the expenses then until I can get around. Your frequent assistance was valuable but I am sure you will feel satisfied.
Regarding the new action against Lowenstein the attorney proposes an assignment of all claims to another party. Should it not be the n. T. Co. Or can you suggest some person in preference?
Sincerely,
N. Tesla.
P.S. As soon as I am comfortable I shall write more fully.
Mr. George Scherff, Esq.
Tesla Company, Enc.
8 West 40 Street, N.Y.
__________________________________________________ ______________
Tesla Correspondence Scherff 2 #0140
17 BATTERY PLACE
New York
June 12, 1918.
Dear Mr. Tesla:
Enclosed please find a letter just received from Mr. Foster. The correspondence he refers to is that Mr. Bergmann, of which Miss Skerritt also sent you a copy. I went over other records in your office, such as bills and invoices, but as I am not familiar with the case, I was unable to decide what would be useful to Mr. Foster and could therefore not furnish him any other material.
I am telegraphing you that the affidavit from Washington should be in Mr. Foster's hands next Saturday, and I hope that you will succeed in obtaining the same.
I obtained a copy of your patent on lighting and have read it with great interest. No doubt this means another new business development in the near future.
Respectfully yours,
Geo. Scherff
Nikola Tesla, Esq.,
The Blackstone,
Chicago, Ill.
__________________________________________________ ______________
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