145 - DUBOIS (Théodore). Signed autograph letter. February 28, 1922.

DUBOIS (Théodore). Signed autograph letter. February 28, 1922. DUBOIS (Théodore) (1837–1924), French composer and organist, director of the Paris Conservatory from 1896 to 1905. Autograph letter signed “Th. Dubois” to a friend. No place, February 28, 1922. 1 page, in-12 format. A letter marked by concern in which the composer discusses his wife’s worrying health. “I would very much like to see you. — Whenever I go out, I’m always back by 5 p.m. For the past month, Madame Dubois has been seriously ill! I am very worried and unhappy.” This letter reflects the musician’s personal concerns toward the end of his life, two years before his death.