Ferdinand de LESSEPS (1805-1894). L.A.S., Luchon May 23, 1871, to Charles Valois in Compiègne; 1 1/2 pages in-8, envelope. Interesting letter on the Suez Canal. "I was satisfied with my trip to Egypt and England. The Canal is now at least 8 meters deep everywhere. The largest ships pass through easily. Our receipts in January, February, March and April were 3,300,000 fs for 268 ships. I'm looking forward to being in Paris for the board meeting and the general assembly"... He gives news of his family...