RR Auction 384 Session 1

america’s autograph auction www.RRAuction.com Session 1 March 14, 2012 Catalog 384

TITANIC APRIL

2012

now accepting consignments for our special Titanic Auction!

To tell us about your items, contact Bob Eaton by phone at (603) 732-4280 or by email at Bob@rrauction.com

The Auction Has Begun!

Bidding begins as soon as the catalog is posted online (February 24). At 6pm on WedNESDAY, March 14th the one hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule.

All times in RRAuction guidelines and instructions are stated according to the Eastern (U.S.) time zone.

Contents Presidents & First Ladies ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7 Notables ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������40 Military ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������88 Space & Aviation �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������99 Art & Literature ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������119 Comic Art & Animation �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������151 Classic Music ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������160 Contemporary & Modern Music ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������166 Classic Entertainment ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 194 Sports �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������241

Upcoming Auctions civil war

catalog 386

catalog 385

catalog 387

Auction closes March 22, 2012 Consignor deadline February 10, 2012 Auction online March 15, 2012

Auction closes April 18, 2012 Consignor deadline March 9, 2012 Auction online March 23, 2012

Auction closes April 26, 2012 Consignor deadline March 1, 2012 Auction online April 19, 2012

Auction closes May 16, 2012 Consignor deadline March 23, 2012 Auction online April 27, 2012

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GENERAL RR AUCTION INFO R&R Auction Company, LLC, d/b/a RRAuction Licensed auctioneer: Carla Eaton, NH license #3029

CONTACT INFORMATION

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HOURS

Office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. eastern; hours on the last night of the auction are dictated by the 30 Minute Rule (see below). Any item in the auction can be viewed in our offices during normal business hours. Please call to set up an appointment.

RRAUCTION’S POLICIES EXTENDED BIDDING & THE 30 MINUTE RULE

The final day of bidding for all lots is Wednesday, March 14. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into affect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. Hence, if you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded to you. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm.

All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm will remain OPEN to ALL bidders until 7 pm or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot. The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm. If you are the high bidder, raising your maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the auction at any time at its sole discretion.

POSTPONEMENT

PAYMENTS Payment is due by Monday, March 26, 2012, unless prior arrangements have been made.

Late payment may result in the suspension of your bidding privileges.

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Credit Card orders will be shipped first. Please send PayPal

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TERMS OF SALE A 20% buyer’s premium will be added to each winning bid, with a 2% premium discount for those paying by cash, check, money order, or wire. You are obligated

to honor any bid(s) you make, and you authorize us to charge your credit card for any unpaid winnings. In the event you fail to pay all amounts due, RR Auction reserves the right to resell the merchandise and will hold you responsible for the costs of resale, including a 10% seller’s commission, and also any difference between the resale prices and the price of your successful bids.

RETURNS

RR Auction may postpone the auction for a reasonable period of time as the result of any significant event (e.g., an Act of God, etc). In this unlikely event, bidders and consignors will be notified of the new closing date.

Every item is cataloged with the intent of accuracy. Improperly described items must be returned within three days of receipt. Please call us before returning any items. A merchandise credit will be issued in the case of a subjective, unresolvable dispute over condition.

GUARANTEES

CONSIGNORS

Each signed item is unconditionally guaranteed genuine without time limit. If a lot is declared to be not authentic, we may ask the purchaser to supply the written opinion of one competent authority acceptable to us. We will refund the original purchase price after documentation has been submitted.

The buyer’s only remedy under this guarantee is the cancellation of the sale and the refund of the purchase price.

Consignors are not allowed to bid on or withdraw their own lots. We will contact all consignors via mail, fax, or e-mail with their tentative final results the day after the auction ends.

SELLER RR Auction reserves the right to: (a) remove any item, (b) reject any bid, and (c) ban anyone from participating in this auction for any reason. We reserve the right to the final decision in all matters regarding this auction.

RR AUCTION’S BIDDING INFO REGISTRATION Your bidder number remains the same from auction to auction, but you must register to bid in each auction, even if you have already participated in past auctions. During registration, we will confirm your name, shipping address, phone number, e-mail, and method of payment if you are successful. Please provide any address or payment changes, or any special shipping requests, before the close of the auction.

NEW BIDDERS Bidders without a number must apply for one before they can participate in the auction. Fill out a New Bidder Application form online at http://rrauction.com/new_register. com, or request a form by mail or fax. Your bidder number will be issued only after all information has been verified.

PLACING BIDS By participating in the auction, you are accepting these Terms and Conditions. You are agreeing to the

alternative of dispute resolution by arbitration. Arbitration replaces the right to go to court, including the right to a jury trial.

If any dispute arises regarding payment, authenticity, grading, description, provenance, or any other matter pertaining to the auction, the bidder or a participant in the auction and/or RR Auction agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. A.A.A. arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and in a locale mutually convenient to both parties. Where a locale cannot be agreed upon the determination shall be made by the independent ADR institution. Any claim made by a bidder must be presented within one (1) year or it is barred. The prevailing party may be awarded reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction.

MINIMUM BIDS Every item has a minimum bid (MB). No bids below this amount will be accepted.

MAXIMUM BIDS To maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242.

If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the underbidder’s bid.

BID INCREMENTS Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%.

CHECKING BIDS You can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish.

However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and extended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into affect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

RESERVES Some lots may have a confidential reserve, below which the lot will not be sold.

CALLBACKS RRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night.

You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

WITHDRAWING BIDS You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and no bids may be withdrawn at any time. There are no exceptions; failure to comply will terminate all future bidding.

AFTER THE AUCTION WINNER NOTIFICATION We will notify all winners by email, phone, or fax by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 15th. Auction results are available at rrauction.com.

SHIPPING All orders are now shipped FedEx and we must have your street address on file. At our discretion, some orders of high value may be sent via overnight or two-day service. Insurance is added to each invoice, with a minimum of $2 for the first $200 of value and 55¢ per $100 of value over $200. Oversized orders will have additional postage added to their invoices. Within the United States, rates for shipping and handling only are:

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TERMINOLOGY

INTERNET LOG-IN INSTRUCTIONS

CONDITION

Access our online catalog at www.RRAuction.com and register to become a bidder. We offer the most interactive online auction in the collectibles field. After you have completed the registration form, you will have access to:

Each item in the catalog is described with a statement indicating its overall condition. The condition of the items we offer generally falls into the following range: good—very good—fine—very fine. Treated as a scale of 1 to 4, good describes an item that has as many as several flaws, which are described in detail; very fine describes an item whose condition and appearance may be regarded as flawless and superior in every respect. Most of the items we offer are in fine condition, meaning that there are no serious flaws. While we make every effort to describe flaws that materially affect appearance and value, we generally do not specify minor or routine flaws, such as (but not limited to) pencil or secretarial notations, mailing folds to letters, normal aging to paper, or tiny bends or creases from normal handling. We encourage prospective bidders to examine the image(s) of each item closely and to contact us with specific inquiries regarding condition.

GROUP LOTS In descriptions of group lots of two or more items, every effort is made to mention any obvious flaws. Bidders should note that condition for group lots is given as a general statement or range, and that specific flaws to single items within the group may be omitted in the interest of catalog space. Questions about group lots, or specific items within a group lot, should be addressed before the close of the auction to Tricia Eaton (tricia@rrauction.com).

MATTED & FRAMED Many of the items offered for sale in our monthly auctions are described as matted and/or framed. We do not remove items from frames; the given dimensions of items housed in a frame and/ or mat indicate sight size only. Photographs and other ephemera used with matted and framed items are not subject to description and condition statements, nor are they considered a reason for return. Condition refers only to the item and not the mat or frame. Our terms of return apply only to the item and not the matting and framing. Any item that is removed from the frame cannot be returned. Returns are only accepted when there is an authenticity question or the description of the item is incorrect.

ALS — Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed by the given personality)

AQS — Autograph Quotation Signed ANS — Autograph Note Signed (a short ALS) LS — Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality)

SP — Signed Photo DS — Document Signed FDC — First Day Cover INSCRIBED — “Personalized”

• Real-time online bidding • Tracking of lots/consignments All auction and bidding regulations stated in the Terms and Conditions in the front of the catalog apply to online bidding.

OBTAINING A BIDDER NUMBER & PASSWORD Before you can bid on the internet, you need to obtain a bidder number and password. If you do not have a bidder number, just follow these few easy steps: 1. Go to www.RRAuction.com and click on the NEW BIDDER REGISTRATION button located under the log-in box.

Having trouble registering to bid online? Please give us a call at (603) 732-4280 or e-mail us at Stacey@RRAuction.com

2. You will then be sent to a registration page, on which you will enter your personal information. The safety of your personal information is ensured by top-of-the-line online security.

RRAuction does not share your information.

Please make sure to give accurate information so we can contact you with your bidder number. If you already get the catalog, your bidder number is located on the label on the envelope. Call or e-mail us for your password.

3. Your application will be proccessed within 24 to 48 hours (excluding non-business hours) as long as all information is received. You will be contacted with a bidder number and password.

CHANGING/ FORGOTTEN PASSWORDS After you have performed the steps above, you will be able to log in to your account and change your password. If you have forgotten your password, enter your bidder number, then click the FORGOTTEN PASSWORD button. We will automatically send your password to your e-mail address on file. If you have any problems changing your password, call or send an e-mail to Tricia@RRAuction.com.

THE RR AUCTION TEAM OF AUTHENTICATORS & CONSULTANTS BOB EATON AND BILL WHITE, RR AUCTION

AUCTION

After 30 years in business, during which time well over 1,000,000 signed items have crossed their paths, no one has had more daily exposure to autographs than Bob Eaton and Bill White. To date, RR Auction has published more than 370 consecutive monthly catalogs. Several award-winning, in-depth published studies have earned Bill a reputation as a trusted authenticator. Bob, a PSA/DNA authenticator, is well established as one of the foremost authenticators in the autograph industry.

Certificates of Authenticity

are complimentary with every lot sold.

RR Auction is committed to offering authentic autographs. This commitment is the foundation on which RR has built its reputation as a responsible, respectable auctioneer. Backing our commitment to authenticity, we are proud to offer a 100% Lifetime Money Back Guarantee on every signed item we sell. The Certificate of Authenticity that accompanies every signed item is good for the life of the piece regardless of owner.

While RR Auction is exclusively responsible for its guarantee, we are proud to work with a group of industry experts providing authentication services for autographed collectibles.

JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, is a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator.

PSA/DNA

STEVE ZARELLI

PSA/DNA is the world’s leading third party autograph authentication company. Using state of the art technology, PSA/DNA created a security system to prevent counterfeiting, forgery and piracy. As the most respected service in the industry, PSA/DNA’s years of expertise and knowledge have established an impeccable reputation for providing professional, unbiased, expert opinions.

Letters of Authenticity

are available on certain lots.Priced upon request*

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots.

Priced from $25 to $200*

STEVE ZARELLI Steve has been collecting and closely studying space and aviation autographs for over 15 years. He has been at the forefront of identifying deceptive forgeries and his findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference, Relics of the Space Race, as well as the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine. Steve was also a contributor to the UACC signature study, Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph.

ROGER EPPERSON SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED/REAL Roger has an extensive background as a full-time dealer in autographs and collectibles, and is a trusted authenticator in all areas of contemporary music. When supported by the REAL logo and Roger’s name, music-related autographs assume an added value.

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*

FRANK CAIAZZO beatles autographs

Frank is the world’s leading authority on Beatles signed and handwritten material. Since he began his study in 1986, he has amassed the largest file of signed examples on the planet. Through decades of focused and diligent research, he has acquired great skill in identifying authentic Beatles autographs, and also has gained the insight necessary to accurately approximate the era in which they were signed.

RENATO SAGGIORI With more than 50 years in the European autograph market, Renato is considered an expert on the manuscripts of European royalty, scientists, painters, and writers. He is also considered the leading authority on papal autographs and manuscripts. His 2006 book, The Popes - Five Centuries of Signatures, is an indispensible reference tool.

BRIAN GREEN AND MARIA GREEN, BRIAN AND MARIA GREEN CIVIL WAR SIGNATURES Civil War Signatures

With more than 45 years combined experience in the field, Brian and Maria are two of the nation’s leading experts in Civil War autographs and manuscripts.

JAMES CAMNER, LA SCALA AUTOGRAPHS James is a leading classical music autograph dealer. With more than 35 years experience, he is a founding member of PADA, an authenticator for PSA/DNA, a member of the ABAA, and an author of over ten published books on related subjects.

RICH CONSOLA Rich has studied Elvis Presley’s handwriting and signature for nearly 20 years, which has placed him in the forefront of Presley authenticators worldwide. * For more information on Letters of Authenticity contact Tricia by phone at (603) 732-4280 ext. 114 or by email at Tricia@RRAuction.com

The War Between the States begins March 15th

Session 2 of Auction 384—featuring an exceptional arrangement of Confederate and Union memorabilia, uncommon Civil War-era weapons and other artifacts—will be available for bidding starting March 15, and will conclude March 22.

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presidents & first ladies 1. John Adams. Ink signature, “26. Novr. 1802. Settled the above.

J. Adams,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.5 slip clipped from a larger document. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 9.5 x 5.75.

A central vertical fold and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

2. Chester A. Arthur. LS signed “C. A. Arthur,” one page, 5.75 x 9, Custom House, New York letterhead, September 18, 1893. Letter to a gentleman in Washington, D. C. In full: “I have received your letter of the 15th instant, in regard to the promotion of Mr. S. F. Burr, and have to say in reply that I shall be pleased to give the subject due consideration.”

Central horizontal and vertical fold, uniform toning, and mirroring of text and signature from folding, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Shortly before the Confederate surrender, New York lawyer Arthur cashes a check 4. Chester A. Arthur. Bank check, 6.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed by Arthur, “C. A. Arthur,” payable to Bearer for $20.00, February 3, 1865. Arthur has also initialed the affixed two-cent revenue stamp, “C.A.A. Feb 1865.” Cancellation cut above signature, several vertical creases, a couple lightly passing through signature, blue pencil cancellation, light toning and wrinkling, and another bank stamp to reverse, otherwise very good condition. In 1864, Arthur and Thomas Murphy, a hatter who sold goods to the Union Army, raised funds for Lincoln’s reelection from Republicans in New York and attended Abraham Lincoln’s inauguration on March 4, 1865, a month after this check was signed. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Adams gives up the law for a diplomatic career as minister of the Netherlands

3. John Quincy Adams. Handwritten endorsement, signed “John Q. Adams,” on the reverse of a legal writ, written in Adams’s hand, concerning the estate chattels of William Ash of Boston, one page, 8 x 7, dated November 21, 1793. Writ concerns a debt against the estate of William Ash, Herman Brimmer, and John Homans. On the reverse, Adams writes, “Brimmer et al Exors, vs. Ash, January 1794, John Q. Adams, 23 Nov.” Matted with a photocopy of the front of the document and an engraved portrait, to an overall size of 32.5 x 16. In very good condition, with toning and partial separation along both vertical folds (old tape repair to one fold), paper loss to top edge, scattered toning, and show-through from printing on reverse.

After Adams graduated from Harvard, he passed the Boston bar exam and opened a law office for a brief time, handling the affairs of a few local merchants such as William Ash, bookseller Herman Brimmer, and physician John Homans. However, he had little enthusiasm for the law and preferred to write essays defending the neutrality policy established by Washington’s administration. In 1793, his “Marcellus” and “Columbus” essays were published in the Columbian Centinel and won him national recognition as George Washington tried to keep America out of the growing hostilities between Britain and France that arose during the French Revolution. On May 30, 1794, Washington appointed Adams minister to the Netherlands (at the age of 26)—a position he did not want but was persuaded to accept by his father—and so ended young Adams’ law career. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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8. George Bush. ALS as presi-

5. James Buchanan. Ink signature, “James Buchanan,” as secretary of state, on an off-white 6.5 x 1.25 slip clipped from a larger document. In very good condition, with scattered dampstaining over signature, some light toning, and a few stray ink marks. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Book on Astrology from Buchahan’s personal library 6. James Buchanan. Bu-

chanan’s owned signed book: Guy Mannering or The Astrologer Volume II.Philadelphia: J. Maxwell, 1820.

Hardcover, 4.25 x 7, 293 pages.

Signed with an ownership signature at the top of the title page, “James Buchanan.” Book also bears a gift presentation on the first free-end page in an unknown hand, ”Harriat [sic] E. Buchanan Presented by her Brother James Buchanan.” In fair condition, with toning and soiling to signed page, heavier to opening and closing pages and both pastedowns, separated front hinge, scattered toning and rippling to inside pages, moderate wear and soiling to covers and spine, slight surface loss to covers, and crazing to spine. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

dent, one page, 6 x 4, The President letterhead, February 10, 1992.

Short letter to Knox McConnell.

In full: “Lud Ashley filled me in on your conversation with him. Here’s a new picture for the collection.”

Matted and framed with a color 8 x 10 photo of Bush, bearing an autopen signature, to an overall size of 12 x 18. In fine condition, with a small crease to right edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

9. George Bush.

Signed book: All the Best, George Bush.

First edition, later printing. NY: Scribner, 1999.

Hardcover with slipcase, 6.5 x 9.25, 640 pages.

Signed on a bookplate affixed to the title page.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

10. George Bush. Semi-glossy 8 x 10 cardstock photo of President Bush, signed in the bottom border in black felt tip. In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

11. George Bush.

7. Barbara Bush and Marilyn Quayle. Three items: Inauguration Day cover, postmarked January 20, 1981, commemorating Bush’s first day as Vice President below an embossed image of the White House, signed in black felt tip, “Barbara Bush”; and two embossed Vice President House cards, each measuring 4 x 2.5, one featuring the printed name, “Mrs. George Bush,” signed below in black felt tip, “Barbara Bush,” and the other “Mrs. Marilyn Tucker Quayle,” signed below in blue felt tip, “Marilyn Quayle.” In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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TLS as president, one page, 6.25 x 4.25, goldembossed White House ‘President’ letterhead, June 18, 1990. Bush writes to Esther Buhler “Kitty” Bradley, the widow of General Omar Bradley, in full: “Your note was so thoughtful, and I am grateful. But, you see, the privilege was mine. I hope all is well with you. Barbara and I send our personal regards.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Presidents & First Ladies

“It’s de lovely!”

12. George Bush.

ALS signed “GB” on a 6.5 x 4.25 Vice President of the United States notecard, October 21, 1985. Bush writes, in full: “It’s de lovely!”

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

15. George and Barbara Bush. Two hardcover books: All the

Best, George Bush, signed on a personal bookplate affixed to the half-title page in black ballpoint, “George Bush”; and Reflections: Life After the White House, signed on the second free-end page in black felt tip, “Barbara Bush.” In fine condition, with light wear to the dustjackets, and a promotional sticker affixed to the cover of the second book. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

16. George and George W. Bush.

Two signed bookplates: a 4.25 x 3.75 bookplate for Decision Points, signed in black felt tip by George W. Bush; and a 4 x 6 bookplate, signed in black ballpoint by George Bush. In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“In this rather ugly Presidential year I wish there were more people out there who had your values and decency” 13. George Bush. Scarce ALS as president, one page both sides,

6.25 x 4.25, embossed The President letterhead, April 10, 1992. Letter to Joseph Kingsbury-Smith. In full: “That was a lovely lunch at Bartletts.

Your kind note to me was correct about that. It was a great pleasure being with you. In this rather ugly Presidential year I wish there were more people out there who had your values and decency.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

14. George and Barbara Bush. Two hard-

cover books: A World Transformed, signed on a bookplate bearing the book’s name, affixed to the half-title page in black ballpoint by Bush and co-author, Brent Scowcroft; and Barbara Bush: A Memoir, signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Barbara Bush.” In fine condition, with light wear to the dustjackets.RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1 7 . G e o r g e W. Bush. Signed book:

Decision Points. First edition, first printing.

NY: Crown Publishers, 2010. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 497 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip. In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

18. George W. Bush.

Felt tip signature, “George W. Bush,” on an off-white 6.5 x 8.25 sheet, to which was later added a printed quote from his address to the nation on September 11, 2001. In full: “Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of America.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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In a rare handwritten letter from George W., the president states: “I could never have been President without my education”

19. George W. B u s h .

Rare ALS as president, two pages, 7.25 x 5, engraved “The President” letterhead, July 30, 2001. Letter written to a school teacher named Roy. In full: “Thank you for your letter and for teaching. Your students must understand that education will help them realize dreams. It is so important to learn now because life is a series of learning experiences. Good education starts with reading. I hope your students read more than they watch T.V. I could never have been President without my education. So my advice: read a lot, study hard, explore, and listen to Roy.” In fine condition, with light haloing to all written text and signature. Handwritten letters from the 43rd chief executive are seldom encountered, with only a scant handful known to exist. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

21. Jimmy Carter and Walter Mondale.

Inauguration Day cover, featuring an image of President Carter and Vice President Walter Mondale above the date January 20, 1977, signed in blue ballpoint by Carter and in black felt tip by Mondale. In fine condition, with some light brushing to the end of Mondale’s signature. Accompanied by a 1978 letter of acquisition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Bush and his opponents sign a portrait of the prize: The White House

20. George W. Bush. Attractive color 10.5 x 8 print of the exte-

rior of the White House, signed in black felt tip by George W. Bush and 11 other candidates in the 2000 presidential election: Al Gore, Lamar Alexander, Gary Bauer, Bill Bradley, Pat Buchanan, Elizabeth Dole, Steve Forbes, Orrin Hatch, John Kasich, Alan Keyes, and Dan Quayle. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 19 x 21. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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22. Jimmy and Rosalyn Carter. Four hardcover books: Turning Point, signed on the title page in black felt tip, “J. Carter”; An Hour Before Daylight, signed on a personal bookplate affixed to the title page in black ballpoint; The Virtues of Aging, signed on the first free end page in black ballpoint; and Helping Yourself Help Others, signed on the first free end page in black felt tip, “Rosalyn Carter.” In fine condition, with some light wear to the dustjackets. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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23. Frances Cleveland. ALS

signed “Frances F. Cleveland,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 6, Executive Mansion letterhead, March 21, 1894. Letter to Mrs. Walker. In part; “If ten o’clock isn’t too dreadfully early for you to get out, I should like to see you tomorrow morning & talk about the kindergarten matter…I can say so much quieter than I can write.” In fine condition, with a bit of light toning. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, addressed in Cleveland’s hand. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

24. Grover Cleveland.

Signed book: State Papers of Grover Cleveland.

Washington: Government Printing Office, 1889.

Hardcover, 8.25 x 11.75, 578 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “Hon Wm. R. Grace from Grover Cleveland, dated May 1, 1892.” In very good condition, with spine a bit weak, some light creases to opening pages, scattered wear and rubbing to covers, and fraying to head and tail. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

26. Grover Cleveland. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, December 12, 1902.

Cleveland declines an invitation.

In full: “I regret that I am obliged to decline the courteous invitation of the Georgia Society of New York, to attend its first annual dinner on the 24th instant. I have made plans that will probably involve my absence from home at the date mentioned.” Repairs to reverse of central horizontal fold, some scattered light toning and soiling, and mounting remnants to reverse of second integral page, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

27. Grover Cleveland. Ink signature, “Grover Cleveland,” on

an off-white 3.5 x 1.75 card. A uniform shade of toning and a small spot under signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

25. Grover and Frances Cleveland. Bank check, 7.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Grover Cleveland, payable to Susan M. Osbourne for $25.00, January 10, 1907; and a bank check, 8.25 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Frances Cleveland, who has also filled in the pay line, payable to F.A.O. Schwarz for $11.00, February 7, 1913. Both are cloth matted and framed by Gallery of History, with a metal etched portrait of the Clevelands, to an overall size of 24.5 x 13.5. In very good condition, with vertical folds and cancellation holes to both, and some scattered light soiling. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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28. Bill Clinton. Signed book: Back to Work: Why We Need Smart Government for a Strong Economy. First edition. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 2011. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.5, 192 pages.

Signed on the title page in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some trivial wear to the dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 29. Bill Clinton.

32. Bill Clinton. Arkansas Times newspaper featuring a young Clinton on page 29, 11 x 13.5, dated May 7, 1992, signed and inscribed across the top edge in black ink, “To Al & Jackie, Thanks, Bill Clinton.” In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold, some light creasing, uniform toning, and a few small tears along the edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Signed book: Giving.

First edition. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 2007. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 9.5, 240 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Thanks, Bill Clinton, 1-2-08.” In fine condition, with some trivial wear to the dustjacket. Accompanied by photos taken at the time of signing, one bearing a printed signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare Clinton White House card 30. Bill Clinton. Ballpoint signature, “B. Clinton,” on a red, white, and blue clipped portion of a campaign poster. Matted and framed with a color portrait to an overall size of 7.25 x 9.5. Information affixed to reverse of frame states signature was obtained in-person at Strawberry Point, Iowa, three days following Clinton’s nomination for president in July of 1992. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

33. Bill Clinton. White House card bearing a light blue image of the south portico of The White House, boldly signed in black felt tip, “Bill Clinton.” In fine condition. Such cards signed by the 42nd President of the United States are rarely, if ever, found. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 34. Bill Clinton. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in black felt tip on the sweet spot. In very fine condition. Consignor notes that signature was obtained in June 2008 at Northern State University in Aberdeen, South Dakota, and is accompanied by a photo of the ball and recipient after signing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 31. Bill Clinton.

Signed book: My Life.

First edition. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 2004. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 957 pages.

Signed on the title page in black felt tip. A few stray marks to the signature, a stray ink mark to the first free-end page, loose, but intact hinge, and some light wear and creasing to the dustjacket, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

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35. Bill and Hillary Clinton. Signed book:

My Life. Limited edition, this being No. 275/1500.

NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 2004. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.75 x 9.5.

Signed on the limitations page in blue felt tip, “Bill Clinton,” and signed in-person in black felt tip, “Hillary Rodham Clinton.” In fine condition. Consignor notes that Hillary signed this edition on February 20, 2007. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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39.

Calvin Coolidge. Vin-

36. Bill and Hillary Clinton. Two hardcover books: My Life, first

edition limited edition, this being no. 2632, signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Bill Clinton”; and Living History, signed on the title page in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with trivial wear to the dustjackets.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

37. Hillary Clinton. Time magazine featuring Hillary Clinton on the cover, dated March 17, 2008, 8 x 10.5, signed in black felt tip, “Hillary.” In fine condition, with poor contrast to the signature against the dark background. Accompanied by photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

tage 7.5 x 11 Harris and Ewing gelatin silver print photo, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To my friend Matthew J. Whittall, With regards, Calvin Coolidge, June 1922.” In fine condition, with moderate silvering to edges of image, and small mounting remnant to reverse. Matthew J. Whittall (18431922) was a British immigrant who made his fortune in the carpet making business. Whittall was a member of the Massachusetts Governor’s Council under Gov. Calvin Coolidge from 1919–1921. Whittall died on October 31, 1922, four months after this photograph was inscribed to him. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

With his French ambassador trying to maintain a fragile peace in Europe, Coolidge personally assures him “these absurdities seem to predominate in some diplomacy. Of course this has not a word of truth in it” 38. Calvin Coolidge. ALS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, February 21, 1926. Letter to Myron T. Herrick, US Ambassador to France. In full: “These absurdities seem to predominate in some diplomacy. Of course this has not a word of truth in it.

I wonder why the papers print it.” Under his signature Coolidge also adds, “You were present when I met Mr. C. At my dinner.” In fine condition, with a few light creases, and an acknowledged stamp to upper right. Although the newspaper item is not named, with Herrick embroiled in the difficult task of trying to preserve peace among the major European powers, it is not surprising Coolidge takes pains to personally reassure the diplomat. As Herrick would later foresee, major debt brought all of the European powers to ruin when the Great Depression struck in 1929. The resulting disaster laid the groundwork out of which Hilter emerged to power in Nazi Germany and brought on the second World War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce teenage signatures of “J. Calvin Coolidge,” in the Plymouth, Vermont postal ledger 40. Calvin Coolidge.

A “Record of Registered Matter Received and Delivered,” postal ledger from Plymouth, Vermont, 15.5 x 11, bound with string, no covers. Partially filled ledger has 35 filled pages, with 23 lines per page, with a total of approximately 800 signatures of residents of Plymouth receiving registered mail. Signed inside two times, “J. Calvin Coolidge,” and also bearing numerous signatures of his father, grandfather, and stepmother. In good condition, with several separated pages, an ink spot to one of Coolidge’s signatures, scattered toning and soiling, and paper loss to edges of some of the pages. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Incredible signed photo of the Eisenhowers and Nixons celebrating their nomination

41. Eisenhower and Nixon. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of

Nixon raising Eisenhower’s arm at the Republican National Convention, their wives at their sides, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To the Reverend Cornelius Greenway, with best wishes, Dwight D. Eisenhower,” “Dick Nixon,” “Mamie Doud Eisenhower,” and “Patricia Nixon.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 13.5.

In very good condition, with light creasing to corner tips, rippling to left side, Nixon’s signature a shade light, and some scattered light silvering to darker areas. Eisenhower and Nixon won in a landslide, ending 20 consecutive years of Democratic control of the White House.

The first such signed photo we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Eisenhower thanks a supporter for their “over-generous comments” just days after his Inauguration 42. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as president, one page, 6 x 8, The White House

letterhead, January 26, 1953. Eisenhower writes to Walter Hoving of New York, in full: “I truly appreciate your letter and your over-generous comments regarding the Inauguration ceremonies. I am delighted, too, that you liked the Inaugural address.” Matted and framed with the original letter from Hoving to an overall size of 17.5 x 12.5. A horizontal crease, few light spots, and a strip of toning across the top edge from previous display, otherwise fine condition. The “over-generous comments” Eisenhower references are truly words of epic praise, as Hoving describes the Inauguration as an event that “set the tone which will go far to put America back on the road of democracy based on fundamental religious principles…your address…was, in my opinion, one of the greatest inaugural addresses in American history.” The recipient of this letter, Walter Hoving (1897–1989) was an accomplished business man, who, among his many achievements, took the famous jewelry store Tiffany’s from the brink of bankruptcy and transformed it into a flourishing company, increasing sales from $7 million to $100 million over the course of three decades. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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43. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

TLS as president on a 6.75 x 9 White House notecard, December 26, 1959. Eisenhower writes to Dr. and Mrs. Schulman of Hickory Valley Farm in Pennsylvania, in full: “Thank you once again for sending to Mrs. Eisenhower and me some of your justly famous hickory smoked Canadian bacon and fine ham. As always, I am grateful for your thoughtful kindness.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creasing and a few faint areas of soiling at the top and right edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

45. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

TNS, one page, 3.75 x 4.5, personal letterhead, no date. Brief note to a collector. In full: “Below is my personal signature which you requested. Thank you for writing.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

46. Mamie Doud Eisenhower.

Matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Mamie Doud Eisenhower.” In fine condition, with a few scattered creases and some light silvering to right edge of background. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“The responsibilities which thus fall upon [NATO] are of a gravity without precedent in the history of free peoples” 44. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, March 17, 1951. Letter to Chief Yeoman Helen Weaver, Eisenhower’s new NATO Secretary. In full: “This letter is to welcome you personally to Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, and to express the hope that your duty here will prove enjoyable and rewarding.

Your assignment implies the complete confidence of your superiors in your character, ability and loyalty. I know you will live up to that trust. This command has been charged by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization with certain missions which are designed to provide for our common security and thereby ensure peace. The responsibilities which thus fall upon this establishment are of a gravity without precedent in the history of free peoples. They call not only for a high order of professional ability but for a complete and selfless dedication to the noble purpose we serve. There can be no compromise with these fundamentals. In your day to day work, you have an ever-present opportunity to contribute to the preservation of a peaceful world and to those values cherished by free peoples. I urge you to take full advantage of that opportunity, applying yourself diligently and allowing nothing to stand in the way of allied teamwork. Together we cannot fail.

With best wishes for your personal and official success.” In fine condition, with a vertical crease along right edge.

Eisenhower was named Supreme Commander of the Allied Powers in Europe in December 1950. The following April, he would formerly assume command and activate the Supreme Headquarters of the Allied Powers in Europe (SHAPE). The U.S. Navy assigned seven WAVES to duty on Eisenhower’s staff, including Helen Elizabeth Weaver of Hanover, PA. Weaver served as Eisenhower’s personal secretary at NATO Headquarters in Paris beginning in 1951 and later as his secretary at the White House from 1953 to 1957. An exceptional letter to the woman who would become one of Eisenhower’s closest associates at NATO and in the White House. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Oversized Eisenhower portrait presented to William Russell, President Emeritus of Teachers College of Columbia University 47. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For the Honorable William Russell, with best wishes and warm regard to a distinguished American—from his old friend, Dwight D. Eisenhower.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 15.75 x 18.25.

A few scattered light creases, and some mild fading to portion of image from sun exposure, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Fillmore forwards information from an expert of the newly established Smithsonian

48. Millard Fillmore. ALS as president, one page, 4.75 x 7, June

14, 1851. Letter to Frank Taylor. In full: “I herewith return the letter of Mssrs. Samuel Hart Leo in relation to a Terrestrial Globe and enclose you one from E. Foreman Asst. Librarian to the Smithsonian Institute and advise that you enquire after the one which he recommends.” Double matted and framed with a copy of a Brady portrait of Fillmore and a small caption, to an overall size of 16.5 x 12.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a uniform shade of mild toning. Fine scientific association. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

50. Gerald Ford. Lim49. Millard Fillmore.

Ink signature, “Respectfully yours, Millard Fillmore,” on an off-white 5 x 2 slip clipped from the closing of a letter and affixed to a 7 x 3.5 off-white card. In very good condition, with a vertical fold through a single letter of signature, scattered creases, a few edge tears, and a small notation to lower right. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

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ited edition color 16 x 26 lithograph entitled ‘A Time to Heal Our Nation,’ Ford’s Op-Ed piece that appeared in the December 21, 1998, issue of The New York Times, signed at the bottom in blue felt tip, “Gerald R. Ford.” In fine condition, with a couple small corner tip creases.

This is one of only ten of this particular type of lithograph created. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Under the present law the wife and children of servicemen who lose their lives while in the armed forces are pretty well taken care of...When we come to parents of young servicemen…the story is different, as you know” 51. Gerald Ford. TLS signed “Jerry Ford,” two pages, 8 x 10.5, Congress of the United States House of Representatives letterhead, January 30, 1962. Ford responds to the widow of a serviceman, in part: “I certainly can understand the considerable thought which you have given to the present pension and compensation system handled by the Veterans Administration.

I am sure the air accident of a few months ago re-emphasized all this to you and brought back memories of your experience with Michael…Under the present law the wife and children of servicemen who lose their lives while in the armed forces are pretty well taken care of. I understand that for those men killed in the plane crash the wife will obtain $112 a month plus 12% of the serviceman’s base pay for the remainder of her life or until she remarries. If there are children in the family they will pay an amount nearly equal this for a considerable period of time. When we come to parents of young servicemen…the story is different, as you know. Parents are subject to certain provisions providing for a sliding scale income limitation…I am certain that should we get into another world-wide conflict or a Korea-type engagement there would be a strong effort made to alter the present law. However…there is little, if any, likelihood that the Committee would alter its present position.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

52. Gerald and Betty Ford. Four hardcover

books: The Official Warren Commission Report on the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy, signed on the first free end page in blue felt tip, “Gerald R. Ford”; A Time to Heal, signed on a presidential bookplate affixed to the first free end page in blue felt tip; Betty: A Glad Awakening, signed on a bookplate affixed to the first free end page in blue felt tip, “Betty B. Ford”; and The Times of My Life, signed in a bookplate affixed to the half-title page in blue felt tip, “Betty Ford.” In very good condition, with light toning, a loose, but intact hinge, and light to moderate toning, wear and some tearing to the dustjacket of the first book, light wear to the subsequent dustcovers, with a price clip to the inside jacket of the last book. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

53. Gerald and Betty Ford. Color glossy 8 x 10

photo of the President and First Lady, signed in the bottom border in blue felt tip by both. In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface marks and a bit of a grainy appearance. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I had a pretty severe attack of the Grip; but all unfavorable symptoms have disappeared” 54. Benjamin Harrison. LS signed “Benj

Harrison,” one page, 4.75 x 8, personal letterhead, March 16, 1895.

Letter to William McCoy in Philadelphia. In part: “I have to thank you very sincerely for your friendly note…I had a pretty severe attack of the Grip; but all unfavorable symptoms have disappeared; and I am suffering now only from weakness—but am daily gaining increased strength. If the weather were more pleasant I think the doctor would let me go out.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Uniform toning, some light soiling to edges, and some mirroring of letterhead to bottom of page, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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Exceedingly rare Garfield presidential appointment of a Connecticut postmaster 55. James A. Garfield. Extremely rare printed DS as president, one page, 17 x 14, May 16, 1881. President Garfield appoints Edwin F. Tomlinson “Postmaster at Plainville in the County of Hartford, State of Connecticut.” Signed at the conclusion by Garfield, and countersigned by Postmaster General Thomas James. In very good to fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, mild overall toning, just a bit heavier at edges, a few trivial bends and wrinkles, a couple minor spots to borders, and a bit of slight color transfer from ribbon. The gold foil seal is intact and just slightly worn, and retains its red ribbon. Interestingly enough, when Garfield took office, the Post Office Department was the largest department in the federal government—and highly prone to corruption—an embarrassment to both the president and his Republican Party.

Documents signed by Garfield while in office are extremely rare, ranking second only to William Henry Harrison in scarcity, with this piece being of a particularly nicer quality than usually encountered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

A newsman himself, Harding pays tribute to the “crew of the Magpie” in a Harris and Ewing portrait 56. Warren G. Harding. Vintage matte-finish 6.25 x 10.25 Harris and

Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To the newspaper crew of the Magpie from one who cherishes his connection with the fourth estate. Good wishes! Warren G. Harding.” In very good condition, with moderate silvering to edges, and darker portions of image and background, and some mild border toning. The “fourth estate” refers to the press, first used by Thomas Carlyle in 1837. Harding bought the Marion Star in 1884, and held ownership of the paper until 1923. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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58. Rutherford B. Hayes. ALS as president signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 4.25 x 6.5, Executive Mansion letterhead, November 16, 1880. Letter to General Heidekorfer regarding a postal appointment, noted at the top, “Private.” In full: “Mrs. Matilda D. Scott who is now employed in the unit wishes a place in the Post Office. She will call on you & present her wishes. Please hear her and do the best you properly can for her. Mrs. E. L. Stanton, an excellent lady of this city vouches for her entire worthiness.” Double matted and framed with a Pach Bros. portrait and a small caption, to an overall size of 19.5 x 15 In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

59. Rutherford B. Hayes. Ink signature,

“R B Hayes,” on an offwhite slip. Matted with an FDC bearing a cachet honoring Hayes to an overall size of 10 x 8. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Stately Hayes cabinet photo 61. Rutherford B. Hayes. Original sepia 3.75 x 6 cabinet photo, signed in the lower border in black ink, “R. B. Hayes,” with the date of 1886 added in another hand. Matted and framed to an overall size of 7.5 x 10.25. In very good condition, with a spot to Hayes’s shoulder, some light soiling to background, and a few edge creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The fact is, I was in Oregon Oct. 4, 1880—not in the Ex. Mansion for a month before and after that date”

60. Rutherford B. Hayes. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, April 6, 1889. In a letter to Edward

Bok, editor of the Ladies Home Journal, Hayes writes, in part: “With pleasure I try to comply with the request in yours of the 4th instant. You send two blank pieces of Bristol. I conjecture one was as a wrapper of the other. I hope it will not diminish the value of the souvenir, but the fact is, I was in Oregon Oct. 4, 1880—not in the Ex. Mansion for a month before and after that date. How it happened that you got the PO stamp of that date I don’t perceive.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some light creasing. President Hayes’ tour of the West resulted in such positive receptions that he found himself immersed the crowds of Portland, Oregon and visiting several areas of the territory of Washington, which was not yet a state.

These Western travels occupied his touring schedule until he made his way to the east coast in October of 1880. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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62. Herbert Hoover. TLS, one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 20, 1945. Brief letter to a bookstore owner. In full, “I regret that the book is out of print.

They occasionally come on the market at from $150 to $250.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

63. Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover. Two pristine signatures: Fountain pen signature, “Herbert Hoover,” on a white 3.5 x 2 autograph card; and a White House card, 4.25 x 2.75, signed in fountain pen, “Lou Henry Hoover.” In fine condition, with light toning to the White House card. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Jackson orders the “articles necessary to compleat the Regiment of Cavalry” 64. Andrew Jackson. War-dated manuscript DS, signed “Andrew Jackson, Major Genl,” one page, 7.5 x 12.5, March 15, 1813.

Requisition request from John Coffee of the Cavalry reads, in part: “Return for articles necessary to compleat [sic] the Regiment of Cavalry and to prepare them for their march from this Country. 2000 Sadlers tacks of different sizes—3 dozen awls for Sadlers—6 dozen needles…one pound thread…Rope to make halters for Six hundred horses—One pound bees wax for saddles. The Adjutant deputy quarter master for this district will immediately furnish, the above articles, to the quarter master for the Regiment of Cavalry under my command who will receipt to him for the same.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Jackson. Bottom portion of document bears an endorsement from the Regiment’s quarter master acknowledging the receipt of the items.

Cloth matted and framed with a portrait of Jackson and a small plaque to an overall size of 23.5 x 22. In very good condition, with an apparent repaired or reinforced central horizontal separation, scattered toning and creasing, and a few edge chips.

In November 1812, Governor Blount of Tennessee ordered Jackson to conduct the Natchez Expedition to defend the Mississippi River frontier.

Coffee, a colonel who raised the 2nd Regiment of Volunteer Mounted Rifemen, was a close friend of Jackson. Coffee’s Cavalry—a force of some 600 men—had reached Natchez in mid-February 1813. They were soon joined Jackson’s men and remained several weeks. When Coffee made this request for supplies, Jackson was preparing to march his troops back through Tennessee. He had received orders from the Secretary of War to disband his army, but Jackson refused to abandon his men so far from home. Instead he would march the army back at his own expense, winning the admiration and devotion of his troops and gaining the nickname “Old Hickory” because of his strict discipline. A document from a pivotal time in Jackson’s military career. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

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67. Lyndon B. Johnson.

65. Andrew Johnson. Partly-printed self-contained DS as president, one page, 8 x 2, April 22, 1865. Bottom portion of a larger document professionally inlaid to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with a couple light pencil remnants and some trivial toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

LBJ sends thanks for an endorsement as part of his ‘Great Society’ program: “The national Council on Crime Delinquency will add its strength to those fresh initiatives which the safety of our citizens now require” 66. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS

as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, January 17, 1967. Letter to Sigurd Larmon, president of the National Council on Crime Delinquency. In full: “I was happy to receive your strong endorsement of our proposed crime program.

We have great hopes for it. They are strengthened by the knowledge that the national Council on Crime Delinquency will add its strength to those fresh initiatives which the safety of our citizens now require.” In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip mark to top edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. The Great Society program, with its name coined from one of Johnson’s speeches, became Johnson’s agenda for Congress in January 1965. These programs included aid to education, attack on disease, urban renewal, a wide-scale fight against poverty, and control and prevention of crime. Experts today still disagree on the effectiveness of Johnson’s program. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Signed book: The Vantage Point.

First edition. NY: Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, 1971. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.5, 636 pages. Signed and inscribed on an embossed bookplate affixed to the half-title page, “To Cornelia Couch, with warm best wishes, Lyndon B. Johnson.” Some soiling to fore-edges, and scattered wear, soiling, and edge tears to dustjacket, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

68. Lyndon B. Johnson.

Signed book: The Vantage Point. First Edition, later printing. Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, 1971.

Signed on a personalized presidential bookplate affixed to the half-title page in black felt tip, “Lyndon B. Johnson.” A crease to the inside of the dustjacket, along with light wear, toning, and some light adhesive remnants to the back cover, otherwise fine condition.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Jackie sends an engraving to a member of the Georgetown Ladies Social Club 69. Jacqueline Kennedy. Printed engraving of the Old Executive Office Building, 7.5 x 5.25, signed and inscribed under the image, “To Lorraine Cooper, with appreciation and best wishes, Jacqueline Kennedy.” Some scattered light surface marks and edge toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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70. John F. Kennedy. Vin-

73. John F. Kennedy.

Large vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, likely as President, “For Anne—With many thanks and best wishes, John Kennedy 1961,” on an off-white 5 x 7.75 mailing envelope. In fine condition, with three punch holes to right side, scattered creases and wrinkles, and scattered light edge toning. A bold and particularly legible example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

tage fountain pen signature and inscription, as president, “For James Alan Feldman— With very best wishes—John F. Kennedy, March 23, 1963,” on an off-white 7 x 2.75 slip. Double matted and framed with a portrait of Kennedy and a small caption, to an overall size of 21 x 15. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of light toning and some creasing to right side, not affecting signature. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

JFK aids a Massachusetts constituent and heads to Ireland—where he would be delivered a shocking diagnosis 71. John F. Kennedy. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.25, Congress of the

United States letterhead, August 28, 1947. Letter to a Massachusetts constituent. In full: “Thank you for your telegram. I am taking up the question of the project immediately. I am leaving for Europe on Sunday and if I have not contacted you before then, my secretary, Mr. Frank Morrissey, will get in touch with you next week.” In fine condition, with a few light wrinkles and creases.

On August 31, 1947, while Congress was in recess for the summer, JFK traveled to Ireland as part of a Congressional fact-finding mission, exploring labor and educational conditions in Western Europe and the Soviet Union. Before his departure, he hurried to tie up as many loose ends in the nation’s capital as possible, including “taking up the question of the project immediately” for this Massachusetts voter. While overseas, he decided to combine business with pleasure and visited with his sister, Kathleen. The trip held something else in store for the future president—a diagnosis of Addison’s disease, a rare, chronic disorder in which the adrenal glands produce insufficient steroid hormones. Although JFK always denied such a diagnosis, with the substantial secrecy surrounding his health during his presidency adding to the mystery, it is widely accepted that the correct diagnosis came during the visit referenced in this correspondence. A desirable letter from early in JFK’s political career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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JFK secures the house where he would court, and later propose to, Jackie 74. John F. Kennedy. DS, three pages, 8.5 x 13, January 14, 1953. A 12.5 month lease agreement between Senator Kennedy and Samuel and Pearl Alexander for a property located at 3271 P Street, NW, Washington, DC, for a monthly rate of $575, commencing on January 15, 1953. Included in the residence were “all furniture, furnishings, such as drapes, curtains and the usual accessories, but not to include linens, blankets, glass or silverware, china, cooking utensils, etc,” leased by the Lessors who agreed to “maintain in good condition and repair the premises hereby demised, including the roof, walls, window screens, plumbing, kitchen range, water heater, electrical system, heating plant, and mechanical equipment therein contained,” signed at the conclusion

by Kennedy, the Alexanders, and two others. The contract is housed in its original, slightly larger blue legal folder and is in fine condition, with two horizontal folds and light brushing to the “F” in Kennedy’s signature.

When Kennedy signed this lease agreement, he was less that two weeks into his term as Senator from Massachusetts and dating Jacqueline Bouvier, who would accompany him to the Eisenhower Inaugural Ball on January 20, 1953. Being a 35-year old bachelor, Kennedy had not bothered to look his new house over, but at a dinner he hosted at 3271 P Street prior to the Inaugural Ball, he discovered that the house had neither a stove nor hot water, and a hot plate had to be purchased to make the meal. Kennedy later proposed to Jackie from this house and the couple would return to the address after their wedding in September before moving to another Georgetown dwelling in December 1953.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

75. John F. Kennedy. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, Congress of

the United States letterhead, April 29, 1950. Letter to a constituent regarding his reassignment in the Veterans Administration. In part: “Reference is again made to your appeal to the Civil Service Commission regarding your reassignment at the Veterans Administration. I am enclosing, herewith, a copy of the letter I just received from Mr. William A. Foley, Regional Director… speaks for itself.” Paperclip impression to top edge, and some scattered light toning and creasing, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a carbon of Foley’s letter to Kennedy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Kennedy sends regrets of being unable to speak at a Massachusetts library; to attend an important political meeting 76. John F. Kennedy. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, March 20, 1956. Letter to Georgette G. Laserte, Chairman Library Board of Trustees and Centennial Committee, Leominster Public Library, Leominster, Massachusetts. In full: “Many thanks for your letter of recent date inviting me to speak at the special ceremonies marking the 100th anniversary of the Leominster Public Library on May 6. I certainly appreciate your writing me and I would like very much to be with you, but unfortunately I have a commitment for that day in the western part of Massachusetts and therefore it will be impossible for me to accept your very kind invitation. Again many thanks and with every good wish.” In a seven-word handwritten postscript, Kennedy adds, “many thanks for your very kind invitation.” In fine condition. Kennedy’s prior commitment was to speak to Democratic leaders in the Berkshires about ousting the Chairman of the Democratic State Committee, a major obstacle to his political aspirations, at a meeting to be held two weeks later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Uncommon informal photo of JFK and a party crasher from LOOK magazine 77. John F. Kennedy. Vintage pearl-finish 10 x 8 LOOK magazine

photo of Kennedy chatting with LOOK magazine’s Sue Seay, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink “For Sue Seay—with warmest personal regards, John F. Kennedy.” Scattered creasing and staining to image, a few creases lightly affecting signature and inscription, and irregular ink adhesion to both signature and inscription, otherwise very good condition. The April 26, 1960, issue of LOOK Magazine includes a copiously illustrated sevenpage article titled “To meet the elite…all you need is gall” by Sue Seay (pages 42–48). In this special Washington, D.C. issue, this article is headed “Washington Party Crasher.” It begins, “President Eisenhower and I were among the hundreds of guests at Senate Republican Leader Everett M. Dirksen’s birthday party this year.

Mr. Eisenhower, of course, had been invited. I had not…I was there on business. Strangers to the capital, a photographer and I had been assigned by LOOK to crash Washington parties…” This photograph is reproduced in the article and is captioned: “JOHN F. KENNEDY. When I introduced myself to the Senator, he said, ‘Sue, why yes, of course.’ He acted as though we’d met before, but we hadn’t. I think he still looks like a Harvard undergraduate, although he has done something different with his hair. It doesn’t fall down on his forehead any longer. His wife looked divine. I wish I could wear shocking pink as well as she does. I stayed around Mrs. Kennedy only a short time, because she is too much competition.” Accompanied by a full issue of LOOK magazine as well as an unsigned photo of Seay meeting Richard Nixon, also reproduced in the article. An unusual image of Kennedy caught with his guard down backed by excellent provenance. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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78. John F. Kennedy. TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x

9, White House letterhead, April 23, 1962. Letter to Monsignor William Murphy. In full: “It gives me great pleasure to send hearty greetings to you and through you to the members of Saint Joseph’s Church as you celebrate the centennial of its founding. I note that by a happy coincidence this, also, marks the 40th anniversary of your ordination. In sending best wishes to the congregation and you, may I express the hope that all the fine things accomplished during the past may be but a forerunner of nobler achievements in the future.” Letter is affixed to an identical size rigid board. Uniform toning, a bit heavier at edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

79. James Madison. Graceful ink

signature on an off-white 2.75 x .5 slip. Double-matted and framed with a steel etching to an overall size of 10.5 x 12.5.

Mild toning, some slightly irregular ink adhesion, and heavier ink to a single letter of the last name, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

80. William McKinley. ANS

as president, on a 4.5 x 2.75 Executive Mansion card, September 24, 1898. Short note to a young man. In full: “I was very much pleased with your letter. With best wishes.” Scattered toning, and a trivial brush to first name of signature, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

81. William McKinley. Bold ink signature,

“Yours truly, Wm McKinley, Jr,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.5 card. A uniform shade of toning, light pencil remnants above signature, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

82. William McKinley. LS signed

“Wm. McKinley, Jr.,” one lined page, 5.25 x 9, House of Representatives US, Washington, D. C. letterhead, June 17, 1889. In a letter to the Honorary Joseph Tanner of Canton, Ohio, McKinley writes, in full: “I hand you herewith a letter just received asking that an order be made for immediate examination. I trust the same will be granted.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one passing through the first letter of the signature and another through the body, light creasing, a small separation to one of the horizontal folds, three staple marks along the left edge, and some mild bleeding to the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Dignified McKinley presidential portrait 83. William McKinley. Vintage 6.75 x 8.75 photo, affixed to its 8 x 10.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, as president, “For the Honorable Lucius [illegible], with kindest regards, William McKinley.” Photo is imprinted in the lower right, “No. 6, Copyright 1900 by Geo. Prince.” Framed to an overall size of 9 x 11.5. Some minor toning and soiling to borders of image, several areas of ink pooling to signature and inscription, and a trivial spot of toning to beginning of last name, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ornate land grant issued for service in the War of 1812 84. James Monroe. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 13 x 10, November 27, 1820. Land grant issued to John Wise, “late a private in the Worths company, of the Second Regiment of Infantry, a certain tract of land, containing one hundred and sixty acres…” of land in Arkansas. Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned

by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning and soiling, heavier to edges, and a few spots. The paper seal is slightly worn, but intact. A nicely engraved land grant with a bold signature. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

85. Richard Nixon.

Color bookplate featuring an image of The Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace from the Museum Shop, 3.5 x 4.75, signed in black felt tip, “Richard Nixon.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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86. Richard Nixon. Commemorative cover with a stamped ca-

chet honoring the 10th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission and the NASA Ames Research Center, signed in black ink by Nixon. Cover also bears a typed address and a Moffet Field, California, postmark.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“As long as this interest is maintained we may be sure that our country will have the good government which only a free people can provide” 87. Richard Nixon. TLS, one page, 7 x 9, Office of the Vice President letterhead, January 15, 1957. Nixon writes to “Barby” Keupig of Dayton, Ohio, in part: “I am always especially glad to hear from young people who are interested in their government and its elected officials. As long as this interest is maintained we may be sure that our country will have the good government which only a free people can provide.” Some light creasing, light toning, and a faint spot of soiling affecting the last letter of the first name of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Nixon thanks a congressman “for the efforts you made during your European trip on behalf of our men who are Missing in Action and Prisoners of War in Southeast Asia” 88. Richard Nixon. TLS

as president signed “RN,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, with “Western White House” typed below the letterhead, indicating Nixon sent this letter from his California home, July 12, 1971. Nixon writes to the Honorable Roger Zion, a Republican Congressman from Indiana, about the Vietnam War: “I want to express my appreciation for the efforts you made during your European trip on behalf of our men who are Missing in Action and Prisoners of War in Southeast Asia. I am joined by countless other Americans in the hope that the representations made by European Parliamentarians will improve the treatment of our men.” In very good condition, with uniform toning, a few light bends, and some scattered light soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

89. Richard Nixon. Inauguration Day cover with a cachet honoring Richard M. Nixon, postmarked January 20, 1969, signed in black ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 90. Richard Nixon.

Scarce ALS signed “Dick Nixon,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, November 12, 1990. Letter to Melinda.

In full: “Since your great grandfather was one of my closest friends I was particularly pleased to hear that you were to become Mrs. Thorsen Rockwell in December.

Mrs. Nixon & I feel very close to the Bobat family & we wish you the very best in years ahead.” Edge creasing and impressions from previous display, which could be matted out, and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Uncommon in handwritten letters of this length. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

91. Richard N i x o n . Tw o

items: vintage paperstock 6.25 x 10.5 head-andshoulders photo of a young Nixon bearing a printed signature, and signed and inscribed below in blue ballpoint, “To Donna, With best wishes, from Richard Nixon”; and a TLS, one page, 7 x 9, May 15, 1956, Office of the Vice President letterhead. Nixon writes to Harry J. McLaughlin of the Patriot and the Evening News, in part: “I appreciated your thoughtfulness in telling me about Walter Stauffer’s victory in the primary election, and a copy of my wire to him is enclosed.” In very good to fine condition, with a trivial spot of soiling and a few surface dings to photo, and a central horizontal and vertical intersecting fold, a few isolated areas of soiling, and a few surface impressions to the top left corner of the letter. Accompanied by two Senate passes and a secretarially-signed TLS. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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96. Ronald Reagan. Program

92. Barack Obama.

Signed book: The Audacity of Hope. First edition, later printing. NY: Crown Publishers, 2006. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 375 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some scattered light wear and soiling to dustjacket.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, as well as color snapshots from the rally where the book was signed. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

93. Franklin Pierce. Ink signature, “Franklin Pierce,” on an off-white 5 x 1 slip affixed to a 8.25 x 1.75 off-white slip. In very good condition, with scattered toning and staining, some lightly affecting signature, and a pencil notation to top left. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) 94. Ronald Reagan. Program

from the New York Republican State Committee’s 32nd Annual Dinner at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, New York City, on June 9, 1980, 5.5 x 8.5, signed and inscribed on the front in red felt tip, “Hi Shirley, Ronald Reagan.” In fine condition, with a few faint spots of soiling on the front cover, and some light rubbing to the back. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

for the 64th Annual Lincoln Dinner at the Sheraton Lincoln Inn in Worcester, Massachusetts, February 15, 1980, 5.5 x 8.75, signed on the front in blue ballpoint. In very good condition, with a central vertical crease, scattered light creasing passing through one letter of the signature, and a few trivial spots of soiling and rubbing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“My appointments are then made on the basis of who comes out with the highest rating. This has been our practice from the very first” 97. Ronald Reagan. TLS

signed “Ron,” one page, 8.5 x 11, State of California Governor’s Office featuring a gold embossed seal of California, Sacramento letterhead, October 13, 1970. Governor Reagan writes to Charles J. Broska, Vice President of the Security Pacific National Bank, in full: “You are absolutely right about the judicial appointments.

We submit all names to a variety of committees consisting of laymen, local lawyers, and the board of the State Bar. My appointments are then made on the basis of who comes out with the highest rating.

This has been our practice from the very first.” In fine condition, with scattered light creasing and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

98. Ronald Reagan. Signed book: 95. Ronald Reagan. Color 22.5

x 29 poster of Norman Rockwell’s rendition of Reagan, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To Howard Augustine, With Best Personal Regards, Ronald Reagan.”

Rolled and in fine condition, with some light creasing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

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The Screen Greats: Ronald Reagan. Later printing. London: Optimum Books, 1982.

Hardcover, 8.5 x 11.25, 80 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “To Tanya, With very best wishes & regards, Ronald Reagan.”

In fine condition, with some light creases to signed page and some scattered rubbing and surface marks to cover. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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99. Ronald Reagan.

TLS signed “Ron,” one page, 8.5 x 11, State of California letterhead, May 14, 1974. Letter to bank president Charles Broska. In part: “Just a quick line to say first of all that I hope you are feeling better now, if your case was the flu.

But, anyway, I’m sorry that we missed connections…Well, I’m sure there will be another time.” Under his signature, Reagan adds a brief handwritten postscript, “Just got your note re–John C. thank you very much.” In fine condition, with received stamp at bottom. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

100. Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Two

hardcover books: An American Life, signed on a bookplate affixed to the second free end page in black felt tip, “Ronald Reagan”; and My Turn: The Memoirs of Nancy Reagan, signed on a Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum bookplate affixed to the half-title page in black felt tip, “Nancy Reagan.” In fine condition, with light wear to the dustjackets. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

102. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 6 x 7, Val-Kill Cottage, Hyde Park, Dutchess County, New York letterhead, March 21, 1956. In a letter of thanks, Roosevelt writes, in full: “I want to thank you for your thoughtfulness in sending me the campaign material used against my husband. I am sure that the F. D. Roosevelt Library at Hyde Park will be pleased to have this additional information to add to the articles of this sort on display.” In fine condition, with scattered creasing and a few faint, stray marks.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 103. Eleanor Roosevelt. Signed book:

F.D.R. His Personal letters: Early Years.

First edition. NY: Duell, Sloan and Pearce, 1947. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 543 pages. Signed on the first free end page, “Eleanor Roosevelt.” Page also bears a birthday inscription in another hand. Loose but intact hinges, toning to signed page, some light feathering to signature, dampstaining to back hinge, and some bumps to tail and back cover of spine, otherwise very good condition.

Accompanied by several Flint, Michigan, newspaper clippings and a postcard for a luncheon with Roosevelt on May 5, 1959. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I am especially pleased to have that silver platter as a memento of the scrapped battleship FLORIDA” 104. Franklin D. Roosevelt. War-dated TLS

101. Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Two hardcover books: Speaking My Mind, signed on a personal bookplate (bearing an inscription in a different hand) affixed to the second free-end page in black felt tip, “Ronald Reagan”; and A Shining City: The Legacy of Ronald Reagan, signed on a Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum bookplate affixed to the third free-end page in black felt tip, “Nancy Reagan.” In fine condition, with light wear to the covers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, August 19, 1944.

Letter of thanks for a sent gift. In full: “It was extremely thoughtful of you to remember my interest in naval items and I am especially pleased to have that silver platter as a memento of the scrapped battleship FLORIDA. Many, many thanks.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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President Roosevelt appoints his only Jewish senior state department member to be a delegate to the eighth Pan-American conference 105. Franklin D. Roosevelt. DS as president, one page, 10.25 x 14, November 16,

1938. FDR appoints American Ambassador of Peru, Laurence A. Steinhardt, “a Delegate of the United States of America to the Eighth International Congress of American States, to be held at Lima, Peru,” signed at the conclusion by President Roosevelt and counter-signed by Secretary of State Cordell Hull. In very good condition, with rippling along the top edge, a uniform block of toning over the text, framed by a border of lighter toning from previous display, scattered mild to moderate soiling, and charring to the top edge. White seal is crisp and intact. The Conferences of American States, better known as the Pan-American Conferences, whose primary goal is to maintain peace and security, support economic and cultural development, eradicate extreme poverty, and open trade options. The following year, President Roosevelt would appoint Steinhardt as Ambassador to the Soviet Union; in September of 1939, in lieu of the war and Nazi invasion of Poland, the ambassador proved instrumental in facilitating a means of escape for Eastern European Jews. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Purposefully excluding his wife, FDR sends a gift to his mistress’s assistant 106. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Thought-provoking ANS as president signed “FDR,” on both sides of a 3.25 x 4 printed 1940 Christmas card, no date. Printed sentiment on the front of the card reads, “Christmas 1940, A Merry Christmas from The President and Mrs. Roosevelt.”

On the front Roosevelt writes, in full: “Grace—Love from FDR (over),” continuing on the reverse, “If not the right size we can change it before we have it marked.” Curiously, Roosevelt crosses out “Mrs. Roosevelt,” on the front of the card.

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original embossed transmittal envelope.

Grace Tully began working for the Democratic Party in 1928 and was assigned to Eleanor Roosevelt’s secretarial staff. After Franklin Roosevelt’s election as New York’s governor, she moved to Albany and became assistant to FDR’s personal secretary—a role in which she continued after FDR’s move to the White House. When the president’s secretary fell ill in 1941, it was Tully who was tapped to become Roosevelt’s new personal secretary. An affectionate message from the chief executive to a member of his inner circle. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“After the present world conflict has passed we will need many things of a permanent character, but just now I am putting off everything except immediate necessary defense expenditures” 107. Franklin D. Roosevelt. War-dated TLS as president, one page, 8 x 10.25, White House letterhead, January 7, 1941. Letter to Eliot Tuckerman. In full: “Receipt is acknowledged of your letter of December 28, 1940, suggesting the desirability of expanding present facilities in New York City to provide suitable headquarters for our expanding Army. It is quite possible that the plan suggested by you might prove to be highly meritorious but, under existing circumstances, what we need now is readyto-use space. After the present world conflict has passed we will need many things of a permanent character, but just now I am putting off everything except immediate necessary defense expenditures. I appreciate your position, as set forth in your letter, and wish that I could be of help.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Invoking his New Deal program, FDR presents a portrait “In the spirit of the American future”

108. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 7.5 Harris and Ewing photo of Roosevelt at his desk with a pile of papers, fountain pen in hand, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen as president, “To Rev. Cornelius Greenway ‘In the spirit of the American future’ Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Photo is affixed to a mount and framed to an overall size of 13.25 x 12.5. In fine condition, with a bit of light silvering to edge of image. The third of the Roosevelt administration’s major proposals, the Civilian Conservation Corps, put three million men to work across America. On Monday evening, July 17, 1933, in a radio address, President Roosevelt called the Civilian Conservation Corps ‘the Vanguard of the new spirit of the American future.’

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Roosevelt accepts a model of the troop-carrying SS John Bidwell 109. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Vintage matte-finish 14.5 x 10.75 photo of President Roosevelt at his desk, accepting a six-foot model of the SS John Bidwell, presented to him by several dignitaries, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 21.25 x 18.25. In fine condition, with a couple of scattered light surface creases. Surrounding Roosevelt are Admiral Howard L. Vickery, Calship representative Jack Adams, Geaham Spickard, and Calship’s vice president John A. McCone. The SS John Bidwell was launched on December 19, 1942, and transported troops to various foreign theaters for the remaining duration of the war. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Big Game Hunting, accented by its superb signed Rough Rider portrait 110. Theodore Roosevelt. Signed book: Big Game

Hunting in the Rockies and on the Great Plains. Limited edition of 1000 copies (This being No. 164). NY: G. P. Putnam’s Sons, 1899. Rebound hardcover, 8.5 x 11.25, 323 plus 476 pages. Boldly signed under the frontispiece gravure photo, which features him in his Rough Rider uniform; the signature is further authenticated by the printed tissue guard, which notes that the photo is “signed in autograph.” In very good to fine condition, professionally rebound many years ago as mentioned above, with some mild toning and light edge rippling to signed page, mild toning to other fore-edges and top edges, some chips and paper loss to last two blank pages, and some light wear, rubbing, and trivial edge loss to covers. The book, a combined edition of two of Roosevelt’s earlier volumes on hunting, is illustrated throughout with original etchings and engravings by such notable artists of the day as Frederic Remington, A. B. Frost, and others. A superb example of Roosevelt in his most desirable pose! Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Potent Roosevelt portrait signed as president 111. Theodore Roosevelt. Dis-

tinguished vintage matte-finish 6.75 x 9 seated portrait of Roosevelt, by George Prince, and copyrighted 1902, and affixed to its original 11.75 x 14.5 mount, signed in fountain pen on the mount, as president, “Theodore Roosevelt, July 15, 1902.”

Framed to an overall size of 14 x 16.5. In fine condition, with uniform mild toning to mount and photographer’s notation to mount. A desirable likeness from the beginning of Roosevelt’s administration. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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112. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS signed “T. Roosevelt,” one page, 5.75 x 6.75, Oyster Bay, Long Island, NY letterhead, June 3, 1915.

In a letter to Dr. Lee W. Beattie of New York City, Roosevelt writes, in full: “That’s a particularly nice letter of yours and I must send you just this line of personal acknowledgement.” Double-matted and framed, with an image of Roosevelt decked out in his Cavalry uniform, to an overall size of 23.5 x 19.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, two lightly affecting the signature, scattered light areas of toning and spotting, and a faint spot of soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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113. Theodore Roosevelt. White House

card, boldly signed in black ink, “Theodore Roosevelt.” In very good condition, with some light toning and soiling to front, and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

114. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS signed “T. Roosevelt,” one page, 7.25 x 7, Metropolitan letterhead, November 1, 1917. Brief letter of thanks to a gentleman in Amherst, New Hampshire. In full: “I heartily thank you for the book, and appreciate your courtesy in sending it to me.” Double matted and framed, with an engraved portrait of Roosevelt, to an overall size of 18 x 12. Intersecting folds, two passing through signature, some light wrinkling, and a mild shade of uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Upon returning a sample of Lincoln’s handwriting, President Taft cordially completes a collector’s presidential autograph collection 117. William H. Taft. ALS as presi-

dent signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 5 x 8, White House letterhead, January 9, 1913.

Letter to a gentleman in Indiana. In full: “I am in receipt of your favor of January 7th last enclosing some handwriting of Abraham Lincoln. I return these interesting memoranda. I am glad by this letter to complete your collection.” In fine condition, with uniform toning from previous display, and a small rusty paperclip mark to top edge. Even almost 100 years ago, a complete presidential collection was certainly one of the pinnacles of autograph collecting, with Taft apparently finishing out the recipient’s collection at the time. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Gigantic Roosevelt portrait 115. Theodore Roosevelt. Huge vintage 17.5 x 22.5 bust portrait of Roosevelt, imprinted in the lower left, “No. 2 Copyright 1900 by Geo. Prince,” and noted in pencil below the image, “Prince Foto— Washington, D.C.,” and signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “with regards of Theodore Roosevelt.” Nicely cloth matted and framed to an overall size of 29 x 34.25. In very good condition, with some light feathering and pooling of ink to signature and sentiment, scuff to nose area of image, some light rippling, and uniform light toning to border. This photograph was taken for Roosevelt’s 1900 campaign for vice president. It is inconceivable that that this size photograph was printed for a vice president. Enlarged and printed at the Prince Foto Studio in Washington, D.C., after President McKinley was assassinated and Roosevelt was sworn in as President on September 14, 1901. The largest signed portrait of Roosevelt we have ever seen.

Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Very rare Taft free-franked White House ‘penalty’ envelope

118. William H. Taft. Free-franked White House mailing envelope, 6.5 x 3.75, addressed in another hand to “Mr. Edward

Stern, 87 Nassua St., New York City,” and franked in the upper right, as president, “Wm. H. Taft.” Engraved in the upper left “THE WHITE HOUSE, Official Business, Penalty for Private Use to Avoid Payment of Postage $300.” Envelope also bears a May 15, Washington, D.C., postmark. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Taft presents a portrait to an important member of the House Territories Committee as “a souvenir of the passage of the Statehood bill” 119. William H. Taft. Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 9.5 Harris and

Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “For my friend Congressman Guernsey with regard and best wishes and as a souvenir of the passage of the Statehood bill, Wm. H. Taft.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 10.75 x 14.25. In fine condition, with the word “Statehood” having been abraded, but still partially legible, and signature a bit cramped. Frank Guernsey (1866–1927) represented Maine in the House of Representatives from 1908 to 1917. He served as a member of the House Territories Committee and one of the five members of the subcommittee that drafted the New Mexico and Arizona statehood resolution. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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121. Harry and Bess Truman. Vintage matte-finish 7.25

x 9.25 photo of the Trumans waving from the steps of an airplane, bearing the calligraphic notation “Christmas 1946,” signed in blue fountain pen, “Harry S. Truman,” and in black fountain pen, “Bess W. Truman.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 14. In fine condition, with some scattered light silvering to edges. This photo was used by the Trumans as their 1946 Christmas gifts to the White House staff. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

122. Harry S. Truman.

Col. Taylor approves extra duty for his Fort Crawford men on a large muster roll 120. Zachary Taylor. Partly-printed DS, signed “Z. Taylor, Col. Cmg,” one page, 21 x 16.5, May 1835. A “Muster Roll of Non-Commissioned Officcers and Privates employed on extra duty, as Mechanics and Labourers, at Fort Crawford, M. T.” Muster roll lists 15 soldiers names, companies, and nature of their service including “Saw Mill,” “Turner,” “Quarrying Stone,” “Teamster,” and “Carpenter,” as well as their pay and length of service. Signed at the bottom by Taylor as commander, and countersigned by the assistant quartermaster. In fine condition, with vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, a central horizontal fold, and some scattered light toning. Fort Crawford was an outpost of the United States Army located in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, during the 19th Century. The army’s occupation of Prairie du Chien actually spanned the lifetime of two fortifications, both of them named Fort Crawford.

A particularly clean, bright example boasting a crisp and bold signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

S i g n e d b o o k : M r.

President.

First edition.

NY: Farrar, Strauss, and Young, 1952. Hardcover with dustjacket, 8.25 x 11, 253 pages. Signed and inscribed under his full-page portrait opposite the title page, “To Paul H. North, Jr., Harry S. Truman 7-1-68.” In very good condition, with some light page rippling, slightly musty odor, dampstaining to back pastedown, and creases and toned clipped dustjacket. Accompanied by the original mailing panel and printed errata slip. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“The ‘Boss’ and I are deeply grateful to you for your thoughtfulness in remembering us” 123. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 17, 1956. Letter to his former treasury secretary. In part: “Thank you very much for the Christmas card. The ‘Boss’ and I are deeply grateful to you for your thoughtfulness in remembering us.

Back in 1939, if you recall, we had to give up the custom of sending cards because our list had grown by then to more than three thousand names. It was impossible to keep up with it, but we do appreciate receiving cards from our friends.”

In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to top edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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124. Harry S. Truman.

Printed vintage sketch of Truman celebrating his 75th birthday, laughing at Father Time, signed and inscribed in fountain pen at the bottom, “To Hap Kern, kindest regards from Harry Truman, 5/8/59,” on an off-white 8.75 x 8 sheet. In fine condition, with light toning around the edges and light contrast to the inscription. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

125. Harry S. Truman. Menu from the 1961 Inauguration Dinner in honor of John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson, held at the Mayflower in Washington, D. C. on January 19, 1961, 9.25 x 12, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Kind regards, Harry S. Truman.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling and foxing, and creasing and handling wear to front cover. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Truman minces no words during the height of McCarthyism: “I am as sure as I am alive that these people are on a fishing expedition and that they will take occasion to use unsubstantiated charges which, no doubt, appear in these files to discredit not only the Department but to ruin the individual in whose file these things appear” 126. Harry S. Truman. Two items: Typed memorandum, signed as president, “H.S.T,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, dated July 20, 1951. In full: “Memorandum for: The Secretary of the Treasury. From: The President. I have been looking over a memorandum which you sent me with regard to loyalty files of the International [sic, Internal] Revenue Department for the Congressional Committee investigating the Department. I wish you would give this matter considerable thought and then we will have a conversation about it. I am as sure as I am alive that these people are on a fishing expedition and that they will take occasion to use unsubstantiated charges which, no doubt, appear in these files to discredit not only the Department but to ruin the individual in whose file these things appear. I will be glad to talk with you about it.”

Handwritten endorsement as president, “Approved, July 20, 1951, Harry S. Truman,” on the last page of a three-page typed memorandum from Treasury Secretary John Snyder, dated July 30, 1951. Memo reads, in part: “Reference is made to the memorandum from the Secretary of the Treasury for the President dated July 18, 1951, requesting permission for the Bureau of Internal Revenue to submit reports, files and other material to the Subcommittee of the House Ways and Means Committee on Administration of the Internal Revenue Laws, in response to a request of that Subcommittee. The request to the President for authority to the Secretary of the Treasury to submit such reports and other material was made pursuant to paragraph 2 of a memorandum, dated August 5, 1948, to the Secretary of the Treasury from Donald S. Dawson, Administrative Assistant, concerning employees in the Executive Branch, which in part states: ‘2. No information of any sort relating to the employee’s loyalty, and no investigative data of any type, whether relating to loyalty or other aspects of the individual’s record, shall be included in the material submitted to a Congressional committee. If there is doubt as to whether a certain document or group of documents should be supplied, the matter should be referred to the White House.’ Authority is not requested to submit investigative data referring to loyalty of an employee in the Executive Branch.” Senator Joseph McCarthy, who led the anti-Communism rally, called Truman’s refusal to allow access to all files ‘arrogant’ and a threat to national security. In fine condition, with rusty paperclip mark to Truman’s memo, and paperclip impression and light creases to endorsed memo.

At the height of McCarthyism, Truman here reacts to the request of a Congressional Committee to have access to “loyalty files” of the IRS. Four years earlier, as anti-Communist hysteria grew, Truman attempted to calm fears by requiring a Loyalty Oath from all government employees—and allowing for any federal employee suspected of Communism to be fired. Now, as a House subcommittee probed the identities for potential ‘subversives’ and the possible bribery of IRS agents, Snyder, with the president’s support, maintains that “no information of any sort relating to the employee’s loyalty, and no investigative data of any type, whether relating to loyalty or other aspects of the individual’s record, shall be included in the material submitted to a Congressional committee.” Just over a week later, the House Ways and Means subcommittee would open an investigation into charges of corruption in the IRS. Political intrigue from America’s ‘Red Scare.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Truman can’t wait for a poker game at Fort Riley, so he can bluff a friend with “a pair of fives.”

128. Harry S. Truman. TLS

Truman makes a scarce reference to MacArthur in a letter to a former POW: “I appreciate what you have to say about the big General from the Far East” 127. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, July 25, 1951. Letter to Winton K. Sexton, a former POW. In full: “I certainly appreciated your good letter of the twenty-first and I was more than happy to have the letter from Monsignor Joseph McGeough. I am returning it to you because I am sure you will want to keep it. Margaret had a wonderful visit in Rome and nearly everywhere else she went, except she was too much in the limelight. I appreciate what you have to say about the big General from the Far East.

Sometime or other I hope to accept that invitation but you know it is almost impossible for the President of the United States to go anywhere without causing a disturbance and I don’t like that sort of thing.” In fine condition, with a bit of light soiling and a few creases. Following Pearl Harbor, Winton K. Sexton joined the Army Air Force as a B-25 Bomber pilot and was shot down over Italy. He was held prisoner for 41 days by the Germans. 2nd Lieutenant Sexton escaped and for nine months was behind enemy lines in Italy. In 1948, he published We Fought for Freedom, recounting his experiences. Accompanied by a TLS to Sexton from Joseph McGeough regarding his book. Truman had removed MacArthur from command in April of 1951. Letters from Truman relating to MacArthur’s firing are quite scarce. In the last dozen years at major auctions only five have appeared. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

signed “Harry,” one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, June 18, 1936. Letter to John Snyder, manager of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. In full: “I’ll certainly be pleased to see Colonel Mueller when he comes to Washington.

If there is anything I can do to make his visit pleasant, I’ll be glad to do it.” In a handwritten postscript, Senator Truman adds: “Just write Ed McKim to come to Ft. Riley and bring Harry Vaughn [sic] so I can try a pair of fives.” In fine condition, with two punch holes to top edge and a uniform shade of toning. Truman and Vaughan were Colonels at reserve officers summer camp at Fort Riley, Kansas in the 1920s and 1930s. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Truman lights the 1948 national Christmas tree

129. Harry S. Truman. Vintage pearl-finish 7.25 x 6 photo of Truman, at his home in Independence, Missouri, lighting the national Christmas tree by remote control, signed in fountain pen, “Best wishes, Harry S. Truman.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 10.75. In very good condition, with some light irregular adhesion to sentiment, some horizontal creasing to upper portion of image, and some other scattered light creases and surface marks. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Official 1950 Truman cabinet photo signed by the president and his cabinet 130. Harry S. Truman. Vintage matte-finish 15.25 x 10.5 Harris and

Ewing photo of Truman and his cabinet, taken on August 25, 1950, signed in blue and black ink in the lower border on the lines provided, in the order in which they are seated. Signers are: “Harry S. Truman” as President, “John W. Snyder” as Secretary of the Treasury, also signed

by Secretary of Commerce Sawyer, Special Assistant to the President Harriman, Assistant to the President Steelman, Vice President Barkley, Secretary of Labor Tobin, National Security Resources Board Chairman Symington, Secretary of Agriculture Brannan, Postmaster General Donaldson, Secretary of Defense Johnson, Secretary of State Acheson, Attorney General McGrath, and Secretary of the Interior Chapman. In fine condition, with a few light brushes to a couple of signatures, trivial mounting remnants to lower edge, and a bit of light irregular ink adhesion to a couple of the signatures. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Truman presents an oversized color portrait to “a great Secretary of the Treasury” John Snyder 131. Harry S. Truman. Color

vintage matte-finish 13.25 x 16.75 photo, affixed to its 15.5 x 20.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, as president, “To John W. Snyder, a great Secretary of the Treasury, a man I’m proud to call friend, with affectionate regards, Harry S. Truman, White House, Jan 16, 1953.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 27. In very good condition, with mild dampstaining and toning to bottom of mount, resulting in portion of inscription and signature light, but still legible, mild toning to mount, and a bit of light silvering to image. John W. Snyder (1895-1985) first met Harry S. Truman in 1928. They served together in the Army Reserves after World War I. Under President Truman, Snyder held several positions, including Secretary of the Treasury from June 25, 1946, to January 20, 1953, resigning on January 14, 1953. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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132. John Tyler.

Free franked envelope, 4.75 x 3, addressed in another hand to “Alezander Gardiner Esqr., LaFayette Place, New York City,” and franked in the upper right, “J. Tyler.” Envelope also bears a January 11, Washinton City postmark. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, and a couple light brushes to signature. Reverse retains most of its original black wax seal. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

133. Martin Va n B u r e n .

ALS signed “M. Van Buren,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, October 21, 1829.

Letter of introduction to Major Barry. In full: “Mr. Ford who will hand you this is the son in law of our friend Genl. Duncan of Philadelphia. He was well recommended to me for a clerkship but I had no place for him. He has performed occasional services at the Department of State and is a competent clerk.” Intersecting folds through signature, repaired on the reverse with old tape, another old tape repair to lower horizontal fold, partial separations along vertical folds, and scattered toning, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Washington appoints a Lieutenant in the newly created Corps of Artillerists and Engineers 134. George Washington. Partly-printed vellum document, signed as president, “Go. Washington,” one page, 14.75 x 18.5, dated December 26, 1794. Document reads, in part, “To all who shall see these Presents Greeting: Know Ye, That reposing special Trust and Confidence in the Patriotism, Valour, Fidelity, and Abilities of Charles Harrison I have nominated and by and with the Advice and Consent of the Senate, do appoint him Lieutenant in the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers in the Service of the United States to take Rank from the second day of June one thousand seven hundred ninety four.” Signed at the conclusion by Washington, and countersigned by the Secretary of War, H[enry] Knox. On February 22, 1793, Washington had nominated Charles Harrison of Virginia to be Ensign; it was approved by the Senate the following day. On May 31, 1794, Washington promoted Harrison to Lieutenant. On June 2nd, the Senate did advise and consent to the appointment which is why the President noted that Harrison’s appointment date would be June 2, 1794, even though this document was dated more than six months later.

In very good condition, with moderate previous storage folds, with a vertical fold affecting the “Wa” of signature, edges appearing to be lightly trimmed, mounting remnants to reverse, a few small pinholes of paper loss, and scattered light toning and soiling.

In August 1789, President Washington had submitted to the Congress a report from Secretary of War Knox containing “a statement of the troops in the service of the United States.” In his introduction to his proposal for “Organization of the Militia,” Knox called for “a small corps of well disciplined and well informed artillerists and engineers.” However, no engineers served in the Army until March 1794 when war threatened with Great Britain. At that time Congress authorized Washington to appoint temporary engineers to direct the fortification of key harbors. On April 7th, a “bill for raising and organizing a corps of artillerists and engineers” was received by the House from committee and read for the first time. It was passed by the House and the Senate by the end of May and signed into law by President Washington on May 9, 1794.

On May 31, 1794, Washington sent his nominations to the Senate of 12 Captains, 24 Lieutenants (including Charles Harrison), one Surgeon, and four Surgeons’ Mates “as Company Officers and Surgeon and Surgeons’ Mates in the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers,” a corps consisting of one regiment with four battalions of four companies each. When war with France appeared likely in 1798, Congress added a second regiment to the Corps. In 1802, Congress established a separate U.S. Corps of Engineers and the U. S. Military Academy at West Point as America’s first engineering school. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Governor Adams appoints a militia lieutenant

135. Samuel Adams. Partly-printed

DS, one page, 14.75 x 9.5, October 13, 1795.

Governor Adams appoints Thomas Spring a “Lieutenant of a Company in the fifth Regiment of the first Brigade, Sixth Division of the Militia of this Commonwealth.” Signed on the left side under the embossed seal, “Samuel Adams,” and countersigned at the bottom by John Avery. Intersecting folds, with a horizontal fold passing through tops of a few letters of signature, a few small separations along folds (complete separation along central vertical fold has been repaired on reverse with archival tape), and uniform toning, otherwise very good condition. A boldly signed example. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

136. William Alexander, Lord Stirling. American gen-

eral (1726–1783) who served during the Revolutionary War and claimed the disputed title of Earl of Stirling.

Address panel, 8.25 x 6, addressed in the center in another hand to “Major Quakenbush, D. Q. M. General, Albany,” and signed in the lower left, “Stirling.” Intersecting folds, scattered toning and soiling, and red wax seal remnants to horizontal edges, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

137. Susan B. Anthony. Vintage ink signature, “Susan B. Anthony, 17 Madison Street, Rochester, N. Y., Aug. 1, 1902,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2 card. Double-matted, with a striking glossy image and a color informational snippet from a publication, to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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138. Roy Chapman Andrews. American explorer

and naturalist (1884–1960) whose far-flung adventures on archaeological expeditions in the Far East were said to have served as the inspiration for fictional screen hero Indiana Jones. Vintage ink signature on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Scattered light toning, an ink notation, and mounting remnants on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

139. Susan B. Anthony. Pioneering

American social activist (1820–1906) who was one of the leading figures in early feminism and whose efforts on behalf of women’s suffrage were instrumental in the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920.

ALS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, National Woman Suffrage Association letterhead, October 24, 1884. Short letter to an unidentified recipient. In full: “I trust the envelope, with your own pen tracks to guide it, will reach you safely.” In fine condition, with a mild shade of toning, a bit of trivial soiling to top, as well as a small pencil notation.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Arnold commiserates to his wife: “How uncertain is Life, how certain is Death, may, I hear loud & afflicting calls, awakening us to prepare for Our Own Exit” 140. Benedict Arnold. ALS signed “Your Loving Husband, Bened’t Arnold,” one page, 8 x 12.75, January 21, 1774. Letter to his wife Margaret Mansfield Arnold. In full: “Inclosed is Capt. Sages Receit for Ten joammes & Ten barrels which he is to Sell in the Turks Island & remit you the proceeds which I expect will be Joammes more, this is all I could probably send you at Present, I hope that people I owe will not rest easy untill I return. If not, you must get Mr Chauncy to put off Matters until I return, when they may all depend on being immediately paid.

So few days since heard of the death of Mr. Babisch & Polly Austin, which surprised me much they were in the prime of their Life & as likely to live as any of us, how uncertain is Life, how certain is Death, may, I hear loud & afflicting calls, awakening us to prepare for Our Own Exit, whenever it shall Happen—My Dear Life Pray by no means Neglect the Education of Our Dear Boys, it is of Infinite Concern what Habbits & principles they imbibe when young—I hope this will find you all well, & that, the Almighty may preserve you in health & Happiness is the Sincere Prayer of Dr. Peggy.”

Reverse of letter bears an address panel in an unknown hand. Reverse has also been professionally silked.

Aforementioned silking, intersecting folds, lightly trimmed edges,and several seal-related tears (slightly affecting several words of text) repaired on the reverse, otherwise very good condition. Item comes in its original dealer folder from The American Art Association, stating the letter comes from the Collection of Rev. Dr. Roderick Terry, Catalogue Number 10.

Arnold established a drug and book store in New Haven, Connecticut in 1774, soon expanding his business interests to shipping goods to Canada and the West Indies, including Turks Island, a Bahamian slave trade center. Local businessman Charles Chauncey with whom the merchant conducted business once wrote of Arnold, ‘There are few or new men here that are thought more sufficient at present, as he has had great luck at sea of late.’ The entrepreneur also partnered with friends Adam Babcock and Captain Comfort Sage, wealthy merchants who also traded with the West Indies. In April 1775, Sage and his “Troop of the Light Horse” answered the Lexington alarm while Arnold marched to the Boston Siege. Ironically, the two friends became military opponents when Arnold sold out to the British, but Sage, appointed Brigadier General of the Connecticut militia, hid the traitor’s children to protect them from an angry Middletown, Connecticut mob that torched an effigy of Arnold when his treachery was revealed. The once patriot and successful entrepreneur died a penniless, broken and bitter man, “bought by British gold.” A highly desirable letter with pre-war association between two men who became Continental Army generals serving General Washington — one who stood by him and one who betrayed him. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Angered by his father-in-law’s handling of the Bell Telephone Company, the frustrated inventor strikes out on his own: “‘The gods help those who help themselves’—and I intend to manage telephonic matters in future alone” 141. Alexander Graham Bell. Incredible and historically significant ALS signed “Your affectionate husband, Alec,” four pages on two adjoining lightly-lined sheets, 4.75 x 8, July 2, 1880. An outstanding letter to his wife, in full: “My darling, I am sorry to pain you-but I am thoroughly aroused as to the necessity of instant action on my part if I wish to avoid being deprived of whatever rights I may possess in the countries yet remaining to me. The action of the International Company is simply in-explicable and your father’s letter to Mr. Converse is so astounding (when we consider that he knows how dis-satisfied I have been) that I have determined that the International Company shall not be blindfolded regarding my feelings any more.

I am sorry that the letter was sent to the wrong Mr. Converse-but it cannot be helped now. I enclose a copy of my letter to the directors of the International Bell Telephone Co.-and a copy of the whole correspondence with Converse, Forbes, and the Intern. Co. will be sent to Mr. Hubbard. I think that I have contributed sufficiently to the pecuniary interest of the Hubbard family, and think it is now my duty to look after the Bells. I propose organizing a company myself for their benefit, and forego my Laboratory Yacht. I shall convert if necessary all my Continental stock into cash & invest it in the new company. Charlie will be here tonight to help me settle the preliminaries.

We can send Willie Ker to Europe and give employment to Charlie himself if he so desires. We will go to Europe on the top of the Photophone and Volta Prize-and I will make personal application for concessions &c. in the countries yet open to me and in this way try to place the members of the Bell family in as comfortable pecuniary circumstances as those of the Hubbard family.

‘The gods help those who help themselves’—and I intend to manage telephonic matters in future alone. I am worked up-tired-headachingand all my nerves are trembling with excitement, so if there is anything in this letter extravagant, please excuse it. I will be with you Sunday morning. Don’t ask me to recall any letters. I believe I have only done what a MAN should do, and if the International & your father will not

recognize me, I see no reason why I should continue to recognize them.”

In fine condition, with some scattered light toning, with one strip next to signature and passing through closing, light show-through from writing on opposing sides, and two horizontal mailing folds.

Bell married Mabel Hubbard in 1877 and gave her nearly all of his stock in the company as a wedding present, ensuring the “pecuniary interest of the Hubbard family.” She was the daughter of the Boston lawyer and later founder and first president of the National Geographic Society, Gardiner Greene Hubbard, who partnered with Bell and became the trustee and de facto president of the Bell Telephone Company. In 1879, Hubbard founded the International Bell Telephone Company to promote sales abroad. As the company sought to file patents and begin operations in Europe and around the world, Bell grew suspicious of its increasingly convoluted business transactions. At the same time, he was gifting the foreign rights to his invention to family members, occasionally coming into conflict with Hubbard’s actions as company president. During the summer of 1880, Bell’s resentment boiled over, and he charged Hubbard with mishandling a trust held for Hubbard’s own daughter and children. Bell’s letter refers to William Hathaway Forbes, an investor and later president of National Bell Telephone Company, as well as Elisha Converse, the rubber-soled shoe magnate and one of Bell’s first investors.

In his letter, Bell mentions the Photophone, a device he invented in 1880 allowing for the transmission of both articulated sounds and normal human conversations on a beam of light. Bell believed it to be his most important invention, but it took many decades for the principles of the device to be applied to practical applications. He also refers to the Grand Volta Prize, a French award established by Napoleon with a $10,000 cash prize that he won in 1880 for the invention of the telephone. An exceptional letter capturing the familial tensions surrounding Bell’s invention, with direct references to the invention that would change the world. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Bell’s letter to a trusted lab assistant encased in a specially created antique wall phone presentation 142. Alexander Graham Bell.

TLS, one page, 8 x 10.25, Beinn Bhreagh letterhead, July 31, 1917.

Letter to A.W. Clime, Volta Bureau, Washington, D.C. In full: “Many thanks for your note of July 27, with the proof of the first three pages of the Hyde Book. I return these, with one correction. They are O.K. and I want it gone ahead with.” Double matted and splendidly framed under glass in a 22.25 x 17.75 x 5.5 wooden display case with parts of an original Cracraft Leich Electric Co. wall phone. To the left of Alexander Graham Bell’s letter is the wooden panel of the wall phone with two bells and the mouthpiece. Two cloth cords attached to two of the six terminals beneath the panel extend to right and through a metal reinforced hole beneath the letter. Two wires from two terminals join in the space above the panel, forming one cloth cord which extends through the top of the display case and to the left where a receiver is hanging from the left side of the display case. Mounted on the right side of the display case is the crank and handle. In very good condition, with scattered blocks of toning, including over text and signature, a stamp remnant to top right corner, and a bit of mild rippling.

In 1880, the French government awarded Alexander Graham Bell the Volta Prize for the invention of the telephone. Bell used the prize money to establish the Volta Laboratory in Washington D.C. At the Volta lab, Bell, known for his work in a variety of research subjects beyond the telephone, worked on many projects with a small staff. Arthur Clime served as research assistant and office steward for Bell at the Volta Bureau in Washington beginning around 1911 at the age of 26. As noted in Bell’s lab notes, Clime would serve as a very useful lab assistant throughout his employment. Clime continued to work for Bell in a volunteer capacity as a steward of important research materials and archives in Washington while Bell spent more time in at Beinn Bhreagh, his estate in Nova Scotia, Canada. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The Boy Scout founder invites a professor to join the Scouts Council 145. Robert Baden-Powell. British military officer and founder of the world scouting movement (1857–1941).

TLS signed “Baden-Powell,” one page, 8 x 10, Boy Scouts Association letterhead, December 16, 1932. Letter to Professor L. P. Jacks. In part: “I hope you will not think it very presumptious [sic] of me, but knowing your interest in our doings in the Boy Scout movement, I write at the request of our Headquarters Committee to ask whether you would be disposed to become a member of our Council. This would not involve you in any financial responsibility or special work but it would put you in a position to give us suggestions as they may occur to you and would enable us from time to time to ask your advice when occasion arises. I enclose herewith for your information a copy of our last Annual Report [not present] which gives the list of members of the existing Council, and from which you will also see that the Movement is in a healthy and flourishing condition.” Small edge separation to central horizontal fold, paperclip impression to top edge, and some light creasing and toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I only found it necessary to add the three indications you asked me for as well as the addition of a speech delivered at the Lycee Voltaire” 147. Henri Bergson. French philosopher awarded the 1927 Nobel Prize for literature. ALS in French, signed “H. Bergson,” one page, 5.25 x 7, March 21, 1912. Letter to Dr. E. M. Sait, writer and professor of Political Science at Columbia University. In full: “For several weeks I’ve been overwhelmed with work and haven’t been able to return the bibliographical list which you were kind enough to send me. It is remarkably complete and truly excellent. I only found it necessary to add the three indications you asked me for as well as the addition of a speech delivered at the Lycee Voltaire.”

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Sait had compiled a bibliography of Bergson’s work, and in 1914 published a book entitled The Ethical Implications of Bergson’s Philosophy. A typescript of the bibliography is included, with four handwritten corrections by Bergson, listing places and dates of publication. One reads, “’The Will.’

Speech given on the occasion of the awarding of prizes at the Lycee Voltaire, July 31, 1902.” In fine condition, with pencil notations and paper loss to envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

150. Tony Blair. Color glossy

10 x 8 photo of Blair and George W. Bush at Camp David, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

148. Henri Bergson. French philosopher (1859–1941) most influ-

ential during the first half of the 20th century, who regarded life not as something static but a matter of time and change. Untranslated ALS in French, signed “H. Bergson,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 5.75, October 9, 1913. Bergson pens a neat, florid letter to a friend. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and scattered light foxing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

149. Joe Biden.

Signed book: Promises to Keep. First edition.

NY: Random House, 2007. Softcover, 5.5 x 8, 365 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Joe Biden, 11-3-08.”

In fine condition, with some trivial wear to the cover. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

151. Louis Blanc.

French statesman and historian (1811–1882) who was forced to abandon his post as a member of the provisional government and flee to England after the Revolution of 1848. Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 7.5, no date. Blanc pens a graceful letter to “Mon cher concitogen.”

In very good condition, with intersecting folds lightly passing through the signature, scattered light creasing, light toning, stray ink marks, and a small tear to the right edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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152. Joseph Bonanno. Mob-

ster (1905–2002) who became boss of one of the most prominent crime families in the world. Check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Bonanno, payable to National Home Life Ass, Co. for $24.00, February 17, 1973. In fine condition, with cancellation holes to upper portion of check. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

155. William Jennings Bryan. Ameri-

can politician (1860– 1925), three-time presidential candidate, secretary of state under Woodrow Wilson, and one of the attorneys in the 1925 Scopes Trial. ALS signed “W. J. Bryan,” one page, 8 x 10.5, December 7. Letter to a friend. In part: “We are hoping to start for Miami on 19th stopping between trains at Asheville. Wonder if you will be going about that time or before?” In very good condition, with uniform light toning, scattered creases and wrinkles, a couple brushes to text, and clipped top right corner tip. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

156. Luther Burbank. Eminent Ameri-

Rare letter from the last member of the Bonaparte dynasty

can horticulturist and researcher (1849–1926) credited with developing hundreds of plant varieties and hybrids, including the spineless cactus, the Shasta daisy, and the Burbank potato. Distinguished vintage 5.5 x 8 book photo, signed in the bottom border in fountain pen, “Faithfully yours, Luther Burbank.”

In fine condition, with some trivial toning and rubbing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

153. Napoleon Eugene Bonaparte (Prince Imperial). Prince Imperial of the French Bonaparte dynasty (1856–1879), and the only child of Napoleon III. His early death in Africa, at the hands of Zulu warriors, sent shock waves throughout Europe. ALS in French, signed “Napoleon,” one page both sides, 3.5 x 5.5, gold embossed personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Cardinal Bonaparte. In part (translated): “Tenderly I thank you for the superb book…your letter also went to my heart; I beg your Highness to place my respectful hommage at the feet of the Very Holy Father.” He goes on to ask the cardinal to coney his thanks to his aunt Constance, and his cousins Boccagiovine and Primoli. In fine condition, with a bit of trivial foxing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Also accompanied by a 6.5 x 4 card bearing an image of Bonaparte, as well as a transcript of a speech he gave on March 16, 1874, in which he announces his readiness to assume the throne of France, and bearing a printed signature at the bottom. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

154. Warren Buffett.

Series 2003 A uncirculated two-dollar bill, signed on the portrait side in blue felt tip, “Warren Buffet.” Housed in a black United States Monetary Exchange checkbookstyle case. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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157. Aaron B u r r. Bank

check, 6.75 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Burr, payable to “AB” for $150.00, July 30, 1800. Cancellation cut through portion of signature, another cut to top left, scattered toning and foxing, trimmed left edge, and a heavy ink cancellation through center of check, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“It would have been all too easy for Frank Lloyd Wright to have settled into a mediocre career as an architect. But he didn’t. Mark Twain could have remained an obscure journalist, Leonard Bernstein could have settled into music teaching at some college. But they didn’t. And imagine how much less our world would be without their contributions” 158. Leo Buscaglia. Known as ‘Dr. Love’ (1924–1998), Buscaglia was a re-

nowned author, teacher, and motivational speaker. TLS signed “Leo,” two pages, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, July 26, 1994. Buscaglia responds to an admirer, in part: “Hard work, creativity and education alone will not guarantee anyone’s becoming a successful writer or a successful anything. One must also believe in oneself and keep on eye focused on the stars. It would have been all too easy for Frank Lloyd Wright to have settled into a mediocre career as an architect. But he didn’t. Mark Twain could have remained an obscure journalist, Leonard Bernstein could have settled into music teaching at some college. But they didn’t. And imagine how much less our world would be without their contributions…As for me, I believe the greatest building has yet to be built, the best novel has yet to be written and the finest musical has yet to be scored.” In fine condition, with a vertical crease to both pages. Phenomenal content from the man who made a monumental living out of exploring and promoting the notion of love. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

After being surprised by members of his expedition, Byrd writes: “I have nothing that I value more than this, coming as it does from you fellows who served me” 159. Richard Byrd. TLS signed “R. E. Byrd,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 26, 1938. Letter of thanks for a surprise birthday gift. In full: “I was greatly surprised last night when about twenty-five of my men came to my home and presented me with a beautiful wrist watch. I have nothing that I value more than this, coming as it does from you fellows who served me. I want to express to you my deep and enduring appreciation. Aside from the sentimental value as a memento from you fellows, this gift will be most useful as I was really much in need of a wrist watch.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and wrinkles. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Also accompanied by a form letter from Byrd’s birthday committee concerning a gift for their leader.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

160. Genet Campan. French

educator (1752–1822) and lady-inwaiting to Queen Marie Antoinette before and during the French Revolution. Partly-printed DS, in French, one page, 8 x 12.25, December 16, 1808. To the Grand Chancellor of the Legion of Honor, document reads, in full (translated): “I have the honor of forwarding to Your Excellency an account of the young ladies who have been enrolled in the Imperial Napoleon House from Oct. 21 to December 11, 1808, inclusive.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, pencil notation to bottom edge, and scattered toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

161. Neville Chamberlain.

Prime Minister of Great Britain from 1937 to 1940. Stately vintage matte-finish 7 x 8.75 photo, affixed to a 10 x 12.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen “To Miss Lamont, with grateful recollections of her care and attention. Neville Chamberlain, June 1940.” Some light silvering to edges of image, and scattered toning, foxing, and dampstaining to mount, as well as a small area of surface loss, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I wish I could have waited till the investment should fructify, but I have so many expenses”

162. Winston Churchill. ALS, one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.75, June 7, 1902, Blenheim Palace letterhead. Churchill writes to “My dear Crisp,” adding “Private” to the top left corner, in full: “That is very kind of you indeed, and I am sorry to put you to so much trouble. I wish I could have waited till the investment should fructify, but I have so many expenses and now that I have undertaken to help my mother in winding up the review I have no choice. I go to Oldham on Friday for a meeting; but there are so many things I want to talk to you about that we must arrange a dinner in the last fortnight of this month. I think there will be a general election in less than two years.” Light toning and a faint area of soiling, mild show-through from writing on the reverse, two punch holes to the top, and a small area of repair to the left edge, otherwise fine condition.

In 1902, Churchill was serving as a Member of Parliament for the town of Oldham; he was elected MP as a Conservative in 1900, marking the beginning of his long career in politics. On the stationery of the Churchill ancestral home, the young politician writes to Charles Crisp, a stockbrocker and fellow Conservative candidate in the election of 1900. Churchill’s “many expenses” included helping his mother discontinue publication of the Anglo-Saxon Review—a magazine she had founded in 1899 but which folded after ten issues. In Parliament, Churchill would eventually break with the Tories, which led him to resign his Oldham seat and run successfully in Manchester as a Liberal MP in 1906. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Iconic Churchill portrait by Vivienne 163. Winston Churchill. Vintage matte-finish 5 x 6.25

Vivienne photo of a confident-looking Churchill leaning forward in his chair, and affixed to its original 6.5 x 9 mount, signed in fountain pen on the mount, “Winston S. Churchill.” In fine condition, with uniform toning and a bit of trivial foxing to mount, and a bit of light silvering to edges of image. An exceptional and well-known pose in which Churchill’s confidence and determination exudes. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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164. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “W. S. Churchill,” one page,

7.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, March 6, 1963. Churchill sends thanks for an elected club post. In full: “I am indeed obliged to you all for once again electing me President of the West Essex Conservative Club.

Would you please convey my warm thanks and my good wishes to the Members?” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical mailing fold, and a touch of trivial soiling. Consignor notes letter is from the estate of Major Jack Churchill, Sir Winston’s brother. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Churchill declines an invitation after breaking his leg in the French Riviera 165. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5,

personal letterhead, September 11, 1962. Churchill declines an invitation. In full: “My wife and I are most interested to hear of the improvements you are carrying out at the West Essex Conservative Club. Thank you for writing to us. Unfortunately, owing to my accident, neither of us is accepting invitations for the autumn, but if you would later on let us know the date of the ceremony you contemplate, I would arrange for a member of my family to attend if you would like this. We hope that the alterations to the Club will give pleasure to all who use it.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and a couple staple holes to top edge. Consignor notes letter is from the estate of Major Jack Churchill, Sir Winston’s brother. Churchill’s accident began a slow but steady decline in Churchill’s health and his gradual withdrawal from public life until his death on January 24, 1965. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

166. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, November 9, 1960. Letter marked at the top, “Private,” reads, in full: “Gentlemen, I am indeed obliged to you for your thought in sending me the beautifully produced copy of SHIELD AND CREST, and for the words with which you have inscribed it. Please accept my warm thanks.” Matted and framed, with a portrait of Churchill, to an overall size of 19.25 x 14. Central horizontal and vertical fold, mild toning to edges, and light overall rippling, otherwise fine condition. Shield and Crest: An Account of the Art and Science of Heraldry was written by Julian Franklyn and illustrated by Norman Manwaring. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Rare ‘V for Victory’ Churchill portrait 167. Winston and Clementine Churchill.

Vintage matte-finish 6.25 x 4.5 photo of Winston and Clementine Churchill leaving a building, Winston flashing a ‘V for Victory’ sign, signed in fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill,” and “Clementine Churchill.” Matted to an overall size of 9.25 x 8. In very good condition, with light contrast to Winston’s signature due to darker background and decreased ink flow to last name, moderate contrast to Clementine’s signature, and a couple of light surface creases.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

171. Karl T. Compton. Physi-

169. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Ink signature, “Yours truly, W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill’,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In very good condition, with uniform toning to card, light feathering to signature and sentiment, a touch of light soiling, and mounting remnants to reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

cist (1887–1954) and president of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from 1930 to 1948. DS, one page, 6.5 x 9, May 8, 1933. Massachusetts Institute of Technology notification of appointment for J. Selmar-Larsen to be a “half-time Lecturer in Architecture,” for a salary of $1100. Signed at the conclusion by Compton as the president. In good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, one through a single letter of signature, scattered tears and paper loss to upper portion, scattered toning, soiling, and staining, and a few creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Early 1876 theatrical receipt from Buffalo Bill

170. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Partly-printed DS, signed “W. F. Cody,” one page, 8 x 2.5, January 8, 1876. receipt from DeBar’s Opera House, filled out in an unknown hand, “Sixteen hundred and thirty eight 93/100 dollars in full for my share of recpts up to date.” Receipt is affixed to an idential size black sheet. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, two small mounting remnants to bottom, mild show-through from printing on reverse, and a couple small paper remnants to body. This document may be related to Cody starring in Ned Buntline’s theatrical production, based on his dime novel Buffalo Bill, the King of Border Men. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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172. Charles Cornwallis. English general

(1738–1805) who fought against Washington during the American Revolution and was finally defeated at Yorktown. The crushing defeat aroused much antiwar sentiment in England, and hostilities thereafter tapered off until the final withdrawal of British troops in 1783.

ALS signed “Cornwallis,” one page, 7.5 x 9, July 24, 1800. Letter to Thomas Pelham. In part: “It would afford me great pleasure to be able to accommodate Dear Palmer, but on the present occasion I have no hope of doing it, as every thing that can be vacated in succession…has been long since specifically promised. No Lieut ever had half so many pressing engagements in the Church as are at this moment imposed upon me, and none of my Predecesors…ever had so small a share of Ecclesiastical Patronage.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, uniform toning, and a few minor spots, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Every day, in every way, I am getting better and better” 173. Emile Coue. French psychologist and pharmacist (1857–1926) who introduced a method of self-improvement based on optimistic autosuggestion. AQS, signed “E. Coue,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.25 card, embossed with “Daikoku, Greenwich, Conn.” Coue pens the original French of his classic positive thinking mantra, (translated): “Every day, in every way, I am getting better and better.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 174. Jacques Cousteau. Two

items: glossy 5 x 7 head-andshoulders photo, signed in blue felt tip, “JY Cousteau”; and a felt tip signature, “JY Cousteau,” on a white 5 x 3 card.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Curie marvels at a luminous byproduct of her radiology research: “The extraction of the emanation [of radium]…constitutes in my opinion one of the most beautiful experiments in physics” 175. Marie Curie. Polish-born French physicist (1867-1934), she and her husband Pierre discovered two new elements, polonium and radium, in 1898. In 1911 she won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry. She died of leukemia brought about by her work with radioactive material.

Important ALS in French, signed “M. Curie,” penned on both sides of a 5.5 x 4 Faculte des Sciences de Paris note card, March 9, 1922. Letter to a lady patron of the Institute (possibly the American Princess of Polignac, born Winaretta Singer). In full (translated): “I apologize for being so late to answer your kind letter. I will certainly have the greatest pleasure to see you again and show you the new buildings at the Radium Institute that you have not yet seen. You would also be able to watch the extraction of the emanation, that is currently being done in my Laboratory for the needs of human therapy, that constitutes in my opinion one of the most beautiful experiments in physics. Please accept, Dear Madam, the expression of my best feelings.” Some light rubbing and pencil remnants to bottom of reverse and some light central vertical creases, otherwise fine condition.

Madame Curie focused on medical uses for radium as a cancer treatment after discovering prolonged radium exposure caused chemical burns on skin. She learned radium was uranium decay, so she continued isolating the elements. When separating radium in one experiment, she discovered an empty glass vial that turned luminous in the dark, making her experiment visually “beautiful.” The residue produced by the radon gas decay was captured in the glass; water was added, then the mixture poured and sealed in glass ampules and applicators to treat anything from skin diseases to cancerous growths. An extraordinary letter by one of history’s greatest physicists in the infancy of radiology research for medical treatment. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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176. Allan Roy Dafoe. Canadian doctor who delivered the famed Dionne quintuplets in Ontario in 1934. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Dr. Dafoe with the Dionne quintuplets, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Frank J. Gonzalez, from Allan Roy Dafoe.”

In fine condition, with several tack marks to the corners and center of the top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

177. Humphry Davy. British chemist and inventor (1778–1829), best known for his discoveries of alkaline earth metals, his research on chlorine and iodine, and the invention of the Davy lamp, which allowed miners to work in the presence of flammable gas. Third person ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7.25, no date. Letter of thanks. In part: “Sir H. Davy returns his… thanks to Mademoiselle Duvancel for the memoir she had the goodness to bring him from M. Ce Baron Cuvier & the letter from M. Ampere. Sir Humphry has been about from London & returned only yesterday. Lady Davy will call on Mademoiselle Duvancel this morning & Sir Humphry hopes they may have the satisfaction of seeing her at dinner tomorrow.”

Light creasing, trimmed corner and small area where paper has been removed to the right edge of the second integral page, otherwise fine condition. Cuvier, Ampere, and Duvancel all admired Humphry.

Cuvier wrote the book Biographical Memoir of Sir Humphy Davy.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

179. Georges Danton. French statesman and

one of the leading figures of the French Revolution.

He and his followers were charged with conspiracy to overthrow the government and guillotined in 1794.

Rare partly-printed DS, in French, signed “Danton,” one page, 19.5 x 14.5, September 11, 1792. Untranslated document in which Danton bestows a pension for merit, in the name of the Professional Executive Council. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, tear along the right side at a horizontal fold with old tape reinforcement on the reverse, and scattered wrinkling, toning, and staining. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Darwin signature from just 4 days before his passing 180. Charles Darwin. Possibly the last known signature of the great English naturalist and author (1809–1882) whose book explaining his theories of evolution, On the Origin of the Species by Means of Natural Selection (1859), takes a place among the most influential texts in the history of scientific thought. Ink signature, “Charles Darwin, from your well wisher. April 15, 1882,” on an off-white 5 x 2.5 slip. A few scattered light creases, mainly to edges, and a bit of trivial soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare document from one of the founders of California 182. Jose De Galvez.

Spanish lawyer (1720– 1787), a colonial official in New Spain, and Minister of the Indies. Very rare LS, in Spanish, boldly signed “Jph. de Galvez,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, September 1, 1777. Letter to the governor of Paraguay, Santo Ildefonso, in which Galvez gives orders to the viceroy of the Rio de la Plata and his subordinate, the governor of Paraguay, about the use of official sealed paper produced in Spain, as well as in the rest of the dominions of America, until it can be printed locally. In very good condition, with horizontal and vertical folds, mild to moderate scattered soiling and toning, and some edge chipping. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

185. Declaration of Independence: George Clymer. Signer of the Declaration of Independence; founder and president of the Bank of Philadelphia. Manuscript DS, signed twice “Geo. Clymer,” one page, 7.75 x 4, March 26, 1802. Promissory note reads, in part: “Sixty days after date I promise to pay…George Clymer or order Twelve Hundred & Twenty five dollars.” Document has been professionally inlaid to a 10.5 x 13 sheet. Signed at the bottom by Clymer, who signs again on the reverse. Intersecting folds, small pencil notations to document and sheet, a uniform shade of toning, and slight show-through from docketing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

183. Charles de Gaulle. ANS in French, signed “C. De Gaulle,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, Le General De Gaulle letterhead, February 2, 1960. Brief untranslated note of thanks. A central horizontal fold affecting the bottoms of a few letters of signature, a couple creases, and a couple spots of trivial toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

184. Declaration of Independence: Josiah Bartlett.

ADS, signed in the text “Josiah Barlett,” one page, 7.5 x 3.25, November 27, 1770. Promissory note reads, “I promise to pay to Josiah Bartlett or order six shillings L: M: on demand with interest till paid for value Recd.” Signed at the conclusion by Joseph Taylor, with a witness signature along bottom.

In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, one passing through a single letter of signature, uniform toning, paper loss to left edge, and some light mirroring from folding. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

186. Declaration of Independence: Samuel Huntington and Oliver Wolcott. Partly-printed vellum DS, in Latin, signed

“Saml Huntington L.L.D.,” and “Oliver Wolcott L.L.D.,” one page, 14.25 x 12.25. Untranslated document, which appears to be a diploma, signed at the conclusion by Wolcott and Huntington, along with 14 others. In good condition, with both signatures light, but mostly legible, intersecting folds, one passing through Huntington’s signature, creasing to both signatures, scattered toning, and some small areas of paper loss to right edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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187. Diana and Charles. Beautiful 1986 Christmas

card, 10.25 x 7.25 open, embossed in gold on the outside with Prince of Wales’ feathers and Garter motto, as well as the Spencer family arms. Inside the card bears a charming color satin-finish 4 x 5.5 portrait of Charles, Diana, and a very young William and Harry. Printed opposite the photo is the sentiment, “With all Good Wishes for Christmas and the New Year,” addressed to “Laird” above by Charles, and signed below in black ink, “from, Charles and” with Diana adding “Diana.” In fine condition, with light wear from handling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Uninscribed portrait of Diana and Charles with their sizeable staff 188. Diana and Charles. Stately color satin-finish

9.75 x 7.75 photo of the royal couple and their staff, affixed to a larger mount, and signed on the mount in black ink, “Charles and” and “Diana.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 25 x 19. In fine condition, with the signatures a few shades light, but completely legible. A stately offering of British royalty and their extended professional family. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Charles and Diana hand-penned gift card 189. Diana and Charles. Embossed gift card, 4.75 x 3.75, filled

out by Charles, “To you both—With every best wish for Xmas from us both—Charles and,” and also signed “Diana.” In fine condition, with staple hole to bottom between signatures. An uncommon, attractive, and clean example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“I stress a Principle, and often say that it is MY aim to stamp the Spirit of MY Mind of Righteousness, Justice and Truth in the hearts of the people that they may be lifted up from their sins”

190. Father Divine. Black religious leader whose Peace Mission sect demanded worship of him

as God incarnate and communal celibate living. TLS signed “Rev. M. J. Divine,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The USA North-Eastern Local Addresses of Rev. M. J. Divine, New York letterhead, February 25, 1943. Father Divine writes to John H. Ball, in part: “While I AM a Leader of men, I do not present Personality to the world, nor advance Myself for the consideration of the people; I stress a Principle, and often say that it is MY aim to stamp the Spirit of MY Mind of Righteousness, Justice and Truth in the hearts of the people that they may be lifted up from their sins. If giving MY signature would benefit anyone, I would do so willingly, but as it is given: ‘Written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in the tables of stone, but in the fleshy tables of the heart.’ Thus I would that you might be as this leaves ME, as I AM Well, Healthy, Joyful, Peaceful, Lively, Loving, Successful, Prosperous and Happy in Spirit, Body and Mind and in every organ, muscle, sinew, joint, limb, vein and bone and even in every atom, fibre and cell of MY Bodily Form.” In fine condition, with light creasing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

The Nobel-winning co-discoverers add their names to an image of a double helix

191. DNA: Watson and Crick. Printed

signed sketch of a double helix on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed at the bottom in black ink, “Francis Crick,” and “James B. Watson.” In fine condition. A quintessential DNA-related item—this rare signed image symbolizes one of the greatest discoveries in biology.

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193.

DNA: James D. Watson. FDC featur-

ing a satin-finish 2.5 x 3.5 photo of Watson peering into a microscope affixed in place of a cachet, signed in black ballpoint. In fine condition, with a pencil notation at the top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

192. DNA: James D. Watson. Signed book:

The Double Helix. First edition. NY: Atheneum, 1968. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.75, 226 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ballpoint, “James D. Watson.” In very good condition, with scattered creasing, impressions, rubbing and tears to the cover, price clip, and a loose hinge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

194. DNA: James D. Watson. Signed book: Darwin: The Indelible Stamp. First edition, first printing. Philadelphia: Running Press, 2005. Softcover, 5.5 x 8.75, 1260 pages. Signed on the title page in black ballpoint. In very good condition, with light rippling to the top of the first pages from the beginning through the first chapter, rippling to the top of the front cover, a tear to the top edge of the front cover, and a mild crease to the top left corner of the back cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“I…thank him for the many good words he has been able to say in behalf of humanity but I do not accept his theology” 195. Frederick Douglass. Former slave (1818–1895) who lent his eloquent, powerful voice to the abolitionist movement. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5.75 x 9.25, December 15, 1884. Letter to the Brooklyn Magazine. In full: “Candidly I do not see at this distance from the scene of his labors, why I am called upon to cooperate in the proposed testimonial to Doctor Talmadge [sic, Talmage] upon his 53d birthday. Though that excellent gentleman is not a young man, he certainly is not an old man. He is but midway the field and his hands are still upon the plow. Why not let him get a little nearer the turning point before we applaud the perfection of his work. There is much vitality about him, and I have little doubt that he will (as I certainly hope he will) reach his three score and ten. It will not hurt him to wait till then some such testimonial as you now propose to give him. I sincerely admire the zeal, courage and ability of Doctor Talmadge and thank him for the many good words he has been able to say in behalf of humanity but I do not accept his theology and do not wish that any word of mine shall be construed into such an acceptance.” A couple creases to lower right corner, lightly touching the end of the signature, and a trimmed right edge, otherwise fine condition.

Thomas De Witt Talmage (1832-1902) was a Presbyterian preacher, clergyman, and divine, and one of the most prominent religious figures in America in the late nineteenth century. While the tone of Douglass’ letter seems to hint of animosity toward Talmage, theological differences likely colored his response given Douglass was an ordained minister at the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Furthermore, his reluctance to congratulate the younger Talmage when “his hands are still upon the plow” may have had to do with the fact that Douglass himself was approaching “his three score and ten.”

At 66, he may have been especially feeling his age, having just been remarried to Helen Pitts, a white feminist twenty years his junior. The Brooklyn Magazine did not take Douglass’ advice, and published letters of congratulations to Talmage in January 1885. As it happened, Talmage would “reach his three score and ten,” dying just three months after his 70th birthday.

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“I’m curious about that book and hope you will not fail to send me a copy when it is published” 196. Max Eastman. American socialist and writer (1883–1969) whose outspoken leftist

leanings led him to be tried twice for sedition during World War I. Though a champion of Marxism, he was a vocal critic of the Soviet system. By mid-century, he mostly abandoned his leanings, became an ardent supporter of McCarthyism, and became an editor for Reader’s Digest. Three items: ALS signed “M. Eastman,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 9.5, Crotonon-Hudson, New York letterhead, April 15. 1935. Eastman writes, in part: “‘The Literary Mind’ was written by me & published by Scribners in 1932 and contains my opinions about modern poetry. In my recent volume of poems ‘Kinds of Love’ (also Scribner) you will find the poem Swamp Maple, of which Contempo asked me to write an ‘author’s review’”; ALS, one side of a color 5.5 x 3.5 postcard bearing an artist’s rendition of Menemsha Creek, Mass, postmarked August 22, 1938. Eastman writes, in full: “I’d be delighted to sign the book. Send it along,” adding “Chilmark, Martha’s Vineyard, Mass.”; and a TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, December 5, 1965.

Eastman writes to D. C. Heath & Co., in full: “I learned from my royalty report that you have quoted a passage form my Enjoyment of Poetry in a book by William Jones, called The Stages of Composition. I’m curious about that book and hope you will not fail to send me a copy when it is published.” In very good condition, with some trivial creasing, light toning, a small tear, and a staple mark to the top of the first letter, pencil notations to the postcard, and pencil notations and some light brushing to the signature on the last letter. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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197. James Duane. Elected to the Continental Congress (1774–1784), Duane actively opposed British encroachments though he sought an alternative to separation, but did sign the Articles of Confederation for New York. He was appointed mayor of New York (1784–1789). Partly-printed scalloped vellum DS, signed “Ja. Duane,” one page, 14.5 x 20.5, August 24, 1787. A land indenture between Duane and Silas Thompson of the Township of Duanesburgh in the County of Albany, in which Duane has assigned “Farm Number One hundred and six…containing one hundred and four acres” to said Thompson, on the terms “that the said Party of the Second Part, his Heirs and Assigns shall faithfully pay unto the said James Duane…yearly and every year…for the term of Five years…One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Six” dollars. Docketed on reverse in pencil. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one passing through the first letter of the signature, a uniform shade of toning with scattered darker areas, some scattered light foxing, a few mild spots of soiling, a few small areas of separations at the folds, and a pencil notation. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

198. Thomas Edison. Edison Botanic Research Corporation

business check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Edison, “Thos. A. Edison” with his usual ‘umbrella’ signature, payable to N. S. Williams for $90.00, stamp-dated August 15, 1929. Double matted with two unsigned photos of Edison and an informational plaque to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition, with a deep central vertical crease, lightly affecting the beginning stroke of the signature, and expected cancellation punch holes and stamps. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Nothing doing” 199. Thomas Edison. Two ANSs, in pencil, one signed

“Edison,” the other signed “E,” on the first page of a twopage TLS to Edison from Frank Dyer, 8.5 x 11, Legal Department letterhead, dated March 23, 1908, Dyer’s letter pertains to a proposal by Lincoln Reality Company to build experimental affordable cement houses in accord with Edison’s idea. Dyer writes, in part: “Personally, I do not like the looks of these men, and I have some literature of the Lincoln Reality Company, which impressed me as being objectionable and somewhat misleading. My own impression is that they are not desirable people to affiliate with…I feel convinced that their purpose is to get some sort of concession from you, which they could use in an advertising way.” At the top of the first page Edison writes, “Nothing doing—won’t give them exclusive right, Edison,” and writing underneath the first note, “Dyer do nothing till I return E.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a uniform shade of mild toning to both pages, staple holes to top, a few creases and wrinkles, and an office stamp to right edge of first page. Edison patented a plan for pre-fabricated concrete housing in 1908. Over 500 molds were needed to create a single dwelling, and costs soon skyrocketed making the houses unaffordable and impractical to most. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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200. Thomas Edison. Large ink ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thos A.

Edison,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Alike await the inevitable hour, The path of glory leads but to the grave” 201. Thomas Edison. Exquisite AQS boldly signed with his umbrella signature, “Thomas A. Edison,” on the reverse an off-white 3 x 1.5 personal calling card bearing a different name. Edison pens a verse from the Elegy of English poet Thomas Gray. In full: “The boast of heraldy of pomp and power, All that beauty, all that wealth ere gave, Alike await the inevitable hour, The path of glory leads but to the grave.” In fine condition. Only a select few quotes written in Edison’s hand have surfaced, this one represents favorite piece of poetry, which he perpetually recited within earshot of his many associates.

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“Yes, good thing to do”: Edison grants his “young buck” son a vacation to address some nagging medical concerns

202. Thomas Edison. ANS, in pencil, signed “TAE,” written at the top of the first page of a four-page letter from his son Charles, in pencil, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, January 10, 1928. Charles Edison writes to his father, in part: “I had hoped to work in a little vacation before you went south, as I did last year, but things have been coming so thick and fast and you were leaving so early that it couldn’t be done…There is something else that I’ve postponed. It’s been several years since I have felt really well. Not that I’ve been sick exactly but…I get all used up so easily. If I’ve had a busy day—and most of them are—by 4 pm I’m tired. That doesn‘t seem right in a young buck like me. It may be that there is nothing to it but the fact the ‘hickory ain’t in the younger generation’…I thought I would combine dentist, Dr., & vacation sometime in March…Of course if things weren’t OK in Orange I wouldn’t go in the beginning. Do you think this is a pretty good scheme?” At the top of the first page, Edison writes: “Yes, good thing to do.” In very good condition, with moderate uniform toning to all pages, old paperclip to top edge, and a few tears to edges. Fascinating insight into the tight ship Edison ran at his company, even with regards to his own family. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“The discerning reader can gain the information necessary to form an independent opinion on the practical problems of atomic energy” 203. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists letterhead, April 29, 1947. Letter to Miss Fishel. In full: “I am glad to have the opportunity to send you the enclosed book, Explaining the Atom,

by Selig Hecht, honorary vice-chairman of the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists. Dr. Hecht has succeeded in giving, clearly and simply, an authoritative account of the scientific steps, both theoretical and experimental, that have lead to our present knowledge of nuclear fission. I believe also that from this book the discerning reader can gain the information necessary to form an independent opinion on the practical problems of atomic energy confronting the world today. Remembering your concern for these problems, and your interest in the work of our Committee, I hope that you may also share my admiration and respect for this distinguished book.” Simply framed to an overall size of 9.25 x 11.75. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a bit of trivial soiling.

Einstein personally established the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists to warn the public of the dangers associated with the development of nuclear weapons, promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and ultimately work towards world peace. Among the committee members was Hecht, who wrote the “authoritative account of the scientific steps, both theoretical and experimental, that have lead to our present knowledge of nuclear fission” that Einstein here states he was sending. At the time, the book had only recently been published and offered the reader a clear explanation of the atom—unique in that Hecht was the only member of the esteemed committee who was not a nuclear physicist, but rather a biophysicist. The work is still regarded as being unsurpassed as an exposition of the history and the theory of the atom. Einstein clearly admired his colleague and his contributions to help encourage and further the peaceful uses of atomic energy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Einstein writes to his estranged first wife and co-worker Mileva: “I suppose it will not be that easy getting my hands on the money” 204. Albert Einstein. ALS in German,

signed “A. Einstein,” on both sides of a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, no date, but postmarked January 27, 1915. Letter to his wife, “L. M.” [Dear Mileva]. In full (translated): “I have been persuaded by your explanation regarding the money on deposit in Zürich. You shall have it at your disposal. Find out how we have to proceed to make that happen. I suppose it will not be that easy getting my hands on the money deposited in Prague.” Einstein also completes the address panel to “Frau M. Einstein.” In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, pencil notation to top of front, some scattered light soiling, and a uniform shade of mild toning.

Einstein married his first wife, Mileva Marić, in 1903. Mileva was a physicist and Einstein’s fiery lover, who many claim had an instrumental role in his research on The Theory of Relativity. “How lucky I am to have found in you a creature who is my equal, who is as strong and independent as I am myself!” he wrote to her early in their courtship. However, the relationship had soured by the time he sent this letter in 1915. They had lived apart for a year, Einstein working as director of the Kaiser Wilhelm Institute for Physics and professor at Humboldt University in Berlin, and Mileva caring for their two sons in Zurich. Einstein had proposed a formal separation in 1914, offering her nearly half of his income annually. Additionally, due to the effects of the First World war, controls on exchange and money transactions were very tight. A protracted and painful divorce followed, which was finally settled in 1919 when Einstein promised a higher alimony and the entire monetary award from the Noble Prize, should he win it. A rare glimpse into the troubled personal life of the great physicist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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205.

Elizabeth, Q u e e n M o t h e r.

Christmas card from 1991, measuring 7.25 x 9.25 closed, opening to an overall size of 14.5 x 9.25, with a gold embossed royal crest on the front. Inside the card bears a color satin-finish 6 x 7.5 photo of the Queen outside of Walmer Castle. Printed opposite the photo is the sentiment “Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year 1991,” and signed underneath in black ink, “from Elizabeth R.” In fine condition, with scattered light surface marks on cover. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“It is very sweet to me to join my prayers to yours for the good of our Holy Religion and the happiness of France”

208. FBI Directors. Collection of 12 TLSs, all one page, all on FBI

letterhead, each signed by a former FBI Director. Five are signed “J. Edgar Hoover,” ranging in date from 1949–1964; three are signed “L. Patrick Gray III,” as acting director, dated from 1972–1973; and four signed “C. M. Kelly,” dating from 1973–1976. In very good condition, with expected folds, and scattered soiling and creasing to Hoover’s letters. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

206. Eugenie. Last

Empress consort of the French from 1853 to 1871 as the wife of Napoleon III, Emperor of the French. Two letters, in French: LS, one page, 7.5 x 12.25, dated February 28, 1856, to a Cardinal. In part (translated): “The feelings expressed in your letter touched me deeply since I know how true and sincere they are. It is very sweet to me to join my prayers to yours for the good of our Holy Religion and the happiness of France.” Affixed next to her signature on the letter is an albumen print of Eugenie in mourning, seated at a desk contemplating a photo; LS, one page, 8 x 12.25, dated February 24, 1858, to Cardinal Barnabo. In part (translated): “It is most agreeable for me to express to you how much I was touched and at the same time to thank you for the prayers which you address to heaven for happiness of all those who are dear to me. Be assured that I shall always be disposed to give you tokens of my perfect esteem and of my sincere affection.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In very good overall condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

207. Explorers. Two

ink signatures of Roy Chapman Andrews and Paul du Chaillu, the latter adding, “New York, May 15th, 1867,” the first on an off-white 5 x 3 card, and the second on an off-white 4 x 2.5 clipped sheet. In very good condition, with a cross of toning to the first signature, and intersecting folds, scattered toning, trimmed edges, and mounting remnants on the reverse of the second. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“I wish you success… worthy of admiration by all who desire the intellectual and moral progress of the inhabitants of our little planet” 209. Camille Flammarion. French astronomer and author (1842– 1925) who authored several notable early science fiction novels, and several works about Spiritism. ALS in French, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.5, Observatoire Flammarion letterhead, August 2, 1901. Letter to a gentleman, possibly Dr. W. F. Pierce, an American psychic researcher. In part (translated): “I’m sending you a work that can be considered an introduction to Astronomy which I wrote especially for you. It…shows the interest, utility, and grandeur of the science of astronomy…I’ve been very busy with my observations of the planet Mars which is always so strange and fascinating and haven’t finished…I wish you success in your undertaking which is so humanitarian and worthy of admiration by all who desire the intellectual and moral progress of the inhabitants of our little planet.”

In very good to fine condition, with a couple small pin holes to last page, uniform toning, small mounting remnant to reverse of second page, and light creasing and wrinkling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Commenting on his “ordeal” of being photographed, Fleming tells Eisenstaedt: “It seems to me that bacteriology is easier than photography” 210. Alexander Fleming. Scottish bacteriologist (1881–1955) who shared

the 1945 Nobel Prize in Medicine for his role in the discovery and isolation of penicillin. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 7.75, November 9, 1951. This letter represents Fleming’s entry in the famous autograph album belonging to photographer Alfred Eisenstaedt. Penned immediately following a several hour sitting which would later result in Eisenstaedt’s production of one of the scientist’s best-known portraits, Fleming complains in jest: “I have suffered but now the ordeal is over.

I can only hope that the results justify the time and trouble spent. It seems to me that bacteriology is easier than photography.” Some light wrinkling and edge creasing, and a small notation to top right corner, otherwise fine condition.

Fleming published many articles on bacteriology and was an antibiotics pioneer; Eisenstaedt was a German-born American photojournalist whose work appeared on more than 90 Life covers. The “ordeal” Fleming writes of was no doubt his 1951 photography session with Eisenstaedt. The photographer captured Fleming in the lab—perhaps the most well-known image is that of Fleming carefully studying an upheld petri dish—and “the results” of this session were included in his “Portfolio of Famous Britons” which appeared in the January 14, 1952 issue of Life magazine. Excellent association between two leaders in their respective fields, with a little self-deprecating humor for good measure.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Our main work is with the Anne Frank Memorial, which is in Amsterdam, and a great deal of correspondence with young people from all over the world” 211. Otto Frank.

TLS in German, one page both sides, 5.75 x 8, personal letterhead, November 15, 1967. Frank writes to “Fredy and Dear Alice,” translated in part: “Naturally I was interested to hear something from you about what is going on in your life, and I can imagine how difficult it was (after Buchenwald) to get on your feet. That your youngest son was so successful early on is a great deal of luck, but it seems that Alice’s great talent had developed….My wife had a similar experience as I. She was with her daughter in Auschwitz and lost her husband and her son in the concentration camp. God be thanked that her daughter is still living and in London, where I visit frequently…Otherwise, our main work is with the Anne Frank Memorial, which is in Amsterdam, and a great deal of correspondence with young people from all over the world who are writing me. Anne’s diary has been published in 43 countries and/or languages. I am going to Amsterdam ten times each year to work with the organization and management of the foundation.” In fine condition, with light creasing and a small area of surface loss, lightly affecting the text of the first paragraph. Accompanied by an original photo of Otto Frank, the original mailing envelope, four different editions of The Diary of a Young Girl, a copy of Anne Frank in the World, a Life magazine dated August 18, 1958 featuring Frank on the cover, a booklet from the Anne Frank Foundation in Amsterdam, and multiple clippings and slides. A wonderful collection honoring the life, bravery, and spirit of a very, very special girl. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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In a pristinely preserved, rare letter from England, Franklin calms his worrying wife… who would die before his return to the States

212. Benjamin Franklin. Beautifully penned ALS signed “B. Franklin,” one page, 8 x 8.5, February 20, 1774. In a rare letter to his wife, addressed at the top, “My Dear Child,” Franklin boldly writes in his unmistakably elaborate and florid script, in full: “I have written fully to you & several Friends by Capt. All; but as I know you like to have a Letter by every Ship, I add this line by Capt. Falconer, just to let you know, that I continue, Thanks to God, in good Health & Spirits, and purpose setting my Face homeward in May next, God willing. My Love to our Children. I am ever, Your affectionate Husband.” Several intersecting folds(one passing through a single letter of the signature), repaired tear to top edge, and some scattered light creasing and wrinkling, otherwise fine condition.

During the early 1770s, Franklin made a series of short trips to England, but Deborah Read Franklin, who feared ocean travel, never accompanied him on his missions abroad. In fact, when Franklin penned this letter, they had not seen each other in nine years. She complained of distress and illness whenever her husband was traveling during the early 1770s, suffering a series of strokes that affected her memory and

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speech. In January 1774, she had reason to worry as Franklin was called in by the Privy Council and publicly castigated for the release of the Hutchinson Letters in 1772. Received anonymously, they were written by royal Governor Thomas Hutchinson of Massachusetts, who urged the British to send additional troops to Boston.

The letters, which were privately circulated by Franklin, found their way in print when they were published in the June 1773 Boston Gazette.

Angry Boston citizens drove Hutchinson from office; the British government retaliated by arresting three innocent men in December 1773 before Franklin admitted circulating the letters. The Hutchinson affair displaced Franklin from his position as postmaster general and he was branded as a fomenter of trouble, losing his standing as the foremost American spokesperson in England. When he returned home in March 1775, his faithful wife had died of a stroke the previous December, and the American Revolution began April 19. A highly desirable, personal, and rare letter…and undoubtedly the cleanest and most presentable Franklin letter we have ever encountered.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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213. William Franklin. Illegitimate son of Benjamin Franklin (1730–1813)

who served as the last colonial Governor of New Jersey. Scarce ink signature, “Wm. Franklin,” on an off-white slip. Matted with a color print of William and his father Ben during Franklin’s kite experiment to an overall size of 10.75 x 14.5. Intersecting folds passing through signature, small separation along fold above signature, and light pencil remnants under signature, otherwise fine condition. Despite his father’s role as one of the most prominent patriots during the American Revolution, William remained a steadfast loyalist, a difference that tore the two apart, with William going into exile in Britain.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

“You can judge for yourself the impact that public recognition still can have on our lives in this day and age”

214. Sigmund Freud. ALS in German, signed “Freud,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 3.5, personal letterhead, Vienna IX, Berggasse 19, August 11, 1930. Freud writes to an “Esteemed Friend,” in full: “I thank you very much for your kind and heartfelt words. You can judge for yourself the impact that public recognition still can have on our lives in this day and age. I hope you continue to have much joy and happiness with your daughter and grandchild.” In fine, clean condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Freud’s hand. A fantastically crisp letter, including a pointed observation from a man who was no stranger to the limelight. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“The hardest part of the Trans-Antarctic Expedition journey was survival in the many zones of crevasses”

215. Vivian Fuchs. British explorer best known as the leader of the 1957 Commonwealth TransAntarctic Expedition, the first expedition to cross Antarctica.

Two items: ALS, one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, July 22, 1994.

Fuchs writes of fellow explorer, Edmund Hillary, to a friend, in full: “Yes, I meet Sir Edmund when I visit N. Z. or he comes to Britain. The hardest part of the Trans-Antarctic Expedition journey was survival in the many zones of crevasses”; and a glossy 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Fuchs gazing over the ocean, signed in black ballpoint. In fine condition, with a central horizontal and vertical fold to the letter, and slightly irregular ink adhesion to the photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Rare and exceptional double signature in Urdu and English 216. Mohandas Gandhi. Rare vintage double ink signature in Urdu and English, “M. K. Gandhi, 11 11 ‘47,” on an off-white 3.75 x 1.75 slip affixed to an identical size slip. A bit of light rippling and soiling, and a small repaired tear to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

218. Leon Gaumont. Innovative French inventor and engineer who pioneered a number of developments in the earliest years of the film industry, including synchronous sound and color. Scarce ALS in French, signed “L. Gaumont,” one page, 5.25 x 7, July 15, 1931. An untranslated letter to Charles Le Fraper, founder and editor of the early film journal Courrier Cinematographique, mentioning an article in a recent issue relating to “du cinema parlant’ (talking pictures) and a similar article published in 1910 in the journal L’Illustration. In fine condition, with mild overall toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

219. Newt Gingrich. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Gingrich at the podium in Congress, signed in-person in blue felt tip, first name only. In fine condition, with a few minor surface creases. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

220. Jane Goodall. Color satin-

finish 8 x 10 photo of Goodall and a simian friend, signed in black felt tip, “Follow your dreams, Jane Goodall.”

In fine condition, with a trivial surface impression to top left corner.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

217. Isabella Stewart Gardner. Founder of the Isabella Stewart

Gardner Museum in Boston (1840–1924), Gardner was an eccentric philanthropist with a love for life, travel, and the arts. ALS signed “Isabella S. Gardner,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, measuring 8 x 10 unfolded, Green Hill, Brookline, Mass letterhead, October 31. Gardner writes to “Loeffler,” in full: “The effect produced on me at Mrs. Bird’s was so tremendous, that I want to send you one trite word of thanks. The wonder grows with you, & each time the pleasure & delight to me is greater—What a joy that you live! And how proud I am to be your friend, which I am with all my heart.” In fine condition, with a faint pencil notation. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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221. Mikhail Gorbachev.

Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Gorbachev embracing President Ronald Reagan after receiving the Ronald Reagan Freedom Award, signed in blue felt tip by Gorbachev. In very fine condition.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Score Board. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

222. Mikhail Gorbachev.

Signed book: Memoirs. First edition, first printing. NY: Doubleday, 1995. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.75, 769 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip by Mikhail and Raisa Gorbachev. In fine condition, with some light creases to edges of dustjacket. Consignor notes signatures were obtained at a book signing at a New York Barnes and Noble on October 14, 1996. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

224. Horace Greeley. Journal-

ist, politician, editor, and founder of the New York Tribune (1811–1872). ALS, one page, 4.75 x 7.75, February 11, 1867. Letter, in Greeley’s difficult to decipher hand, to Yale professor Alex C. Twining.

In part: “I cannot now say whether it would be well to have your essays returned to me…I…find that our strongest ground is not that technical adherence to words of the constitution.” Double matted and framed to an overall size of 9.5 x 11.5. In fine condition, with a vertical fold to right side and a mild shade of toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Gould’s first mortgage to fund construction of the Memphis branch of his railroad 223. Jay Gould. Historic DS, 24 pages, 8.5 x 11, December 15, 1885. A first mortgage bond to fund construction of the Memphis Branch of the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway Company. The Railway Company, in part, “has determined to build a branch of its road on the most eligible route to be determined by survey, extending from or near the town of Bald Knob, in White County, Arkansas, or such other point on the main line of its railway in said County, as the directors or Executive Committee of said company may select or approve, eastwardly through White, Woodruff, Cross and Crittenden or other Counties, in the State of Arkansas, to Hopefield or West Memphis, on the west bank of the Mississippi River, opposite Memphis, Tennessee, or to such other point in Crittenden County as the said Railway Company may select or approve, which said branch is hereinafter called the Memphis Branch…” Signed on page 20 by Gould as the company’s president, and also countersigned by Louis Fitzgerald as President of the Mercantile Trust Company and two witnesses. A signed statement of Notary Public W. W. Norton is on pages 21–22, followed on pages 22–24 by four manuscript statements and embossed seals of the clerks of White, Woodruff, Cross, and Crittenden counties, Arkansas. In fine condition, with scattered soiling and creases to covers, and a mild central vertical crease to all pages.

Gould acquired the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway Company in 1880 and immediately began the development of a southwestern transportation system, acquiring control of the Texas and Pacific Railway Company, and the International and Great Northern Railroad Company, and other railroads in Texas in the process. With an unsavory reputation for business, Gould was known to utilize every underhanded trick available, including bribery, to get his way. By the early 1880s, his empire comprised nearly 16,000 miles of track. This multi-page document represents one of Gould’s ‘above board’ efforts to build his transportation empire! RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“In this case religion was merely the mask of the demagogic spirit” 225. Guillaume Guizot. Historian and statesman (1787–1874). A member of the Doctrinaires under Louis XVIII, he was minister of the interior (1830), and of public instruction (1832). As the king’s chief adviser (1840), he relapsed into reactionary methods of government, and escaped to London with Louis-Philippe in 1848. ALS in French, signed “Guizot,” one page, both sides, 4.75 x 7.25, July 4, 1861. Letter reads, in part, (translated): “I thank you, Sir, for taking action on behalf of the poor Spanish Protestants…If, as Mr. Calderon Collantes says, in this case religion was merely the mask of the demagogic spirit, I would have taken good care not to insist. Well informed persons assure me that that was definitely not the case, and that it was indeed a question of persecution because of Protestantism. That didn’t surprise me in Spain…I hope that Mr. Barrot’s benevolent intervention will not be in vain, and that the Spanish government will effectively display the indulgence to which it has shown itself inclined. I make no reproach to myself, Sir, for having called for your action in a cause such as this.” Central horizontal and vertical fold, a bit of mild toning, and light pencil remnants to blank top portion, otherwise fine condition.RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Harp music from Lady Hamilton’s personal collection at Merton Place

226. Lady Emma Hamilton. Born the daughter of a

humble blacksmith, the model, entertainer, and courtesan Emma Hamilton (née Amy Lyon, 1761) ascended through the ranks of British society to become the mistress to Lord Admiral Horatio Nelson. Following Nelson’s death in battle in 1805, Hamilton sunk deeply into debt, was sentenced to debtor’s prison, eventually fled to France to escape her creditors, and died in poverty. Sheet music for “A Pastoral, a Rondo, & a March for the Harp, dedicated by Permission to the Right Honble Lady Charlotte Nelson,” from Hamilton’s personal collection, 9.5 x 12.5, seven pages. Music bears Hamilton’s ownership signature in the upper right corner of the cover, “Lady Hamilton, Merton.” A central horizontal fold, erased pencil remnants to cover, scattered toning, some light paper loss to spine, and a light central vertical bend, otherwise very good condition. Lady Hamilton was very keen on her piano, harp, and music lessons given to her for years in Naples. Horatio Nelson purchased Merton Place in 1803. Following his death, Hamilton got into debt and despite help from friends was unable to maintain Merton Place. The house was demolished in 1821 and the estate lands were sold off in parcels over the following years. A great rarity from one of the most colorful women in history.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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The cash-strapped governor forgoes repairs to Castle Island 227. John Hancock. ALS (a retained copy), signed “JH,” one page, 7.25 x 6, May 9, 1782. Hancock, as Governor of Massachusetts, writes to the Massachusetts General Court regarding the difficulty in obtaining funds to improve the barracks at Castle Island. In full: “Immediately after the Secretary laid before me your Resolve of the 7th Inst. I issued a Warrant & made Applications to the Treasurer for the Money to purchase the Materials necessary for the Repairs of the Barracks at Castle Island, but could obtain none […] of which will prevent me from Carrying into Effect your Resolve of April 26th requesting me to order the Recruits to the Castle, the Barracks in their present State being entirely unfit for their Accommodation. Should the General Court think proper to make any other Disposition of those men, I will use all possible means to have it Executed.” Removably mounted by its corner tips and matted and framed with a previous description and two portraits of Hancock to an overall size of 22 x 18. Complete horizontal separation and related paper loss (professionally repaired) affecting a few words, partial separation to a crossed-out line of text, toning, and light edge wear, none of the above affecting the signature, otherwise very good condition. Formerly part of the Hancock-Chase collection at the National Museum of American History.

When he was elected governor in 1780, one of the greatest obstacles Hancock faced was paying for victory in the War of Independence. Massachusetts had contributed more men, money and resources than any other state, and while it had the highest taxes in the fledgling nation, it was deep in debt. As Hancock discovered, the state could not afford the necessary improvements to the military base on Boston Harbor’s Castle Island, one of the oldest continuously fortified sites in British North America. During the Siege of Boston at the beginning of the Revolution, Castle Island was the main base of military operations for the British. In 1797, the fortifications on Castle Island would be renamed Fort Independence. Interesting insight into the dilemmas faced by Hancock and the young state of Massachusetts. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

228. Patrick Henry. Self-contained partial partly-printed DS, signed

“P. Henry,” one page, 7 x 7.75, 1785. Lower portion of a land grant, signed in the lower right by Henry as governor of Virginia. A couple small separations to central vertical folds, scattered toning and creasing, slight mirroring of signature, a few trivial pinholes of paper loss, and a few small edge tears, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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230. Joseph Henry. Physicist

(1797–1878) who conducted experiments in the field of electromagnetism and served as the first secretary of the Smithsonian Institute. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5.25 x 8.25, April 23, 1873. Written from the Smithsonian Institute, to “J. P. Morgan and others Committee of Arrangements.” In part: “I am making preparations to spend a week or more in the inspection of oils and lighting material at the Light House Depot on Staten island…and to avail myself of your polite invitation of the Chamber of Commerce.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and a few light creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

232. Matthew Henson. African-American

explorer (1866–1955) who was a member of the first party to (possibly) reach the North Pole in 1909. Vintage ink signature, “Matthew Henson,” on an off-white 6 x 9 sheet of Camp Wawayanda stationery, with a collector’s notation under signature.

In fine condition, with two horizontal folds, and a rusty paperclip mark to top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Holding his first political office in 1765, Hancock signs a lottery ticket to rebuild historic Faneuil Hall

231. John Hancock. Faneuil Hall lottery ticket, nicely signed at the bottom, “John Hancock,” 3.25 x 2, dated June 1765. Ticket reads, in full: “Faneuil-Hall Lottery, No. Five. The possessor of this ticket (No. 3829) is intitled to any Prize drawn against said Number, in a Lottery granted by an Act of the General Court of the Province of Massachusetts-Bay for Rebuilding Faneuil-Hall; subject to no Deduction.” Matted and framed

by Goodspeed’s Book Shop in Boston, with a portrait of Hancock, to an overall size of 7.5 x 11.75. Clipped left edge and lower corner, not affecting any of the text or signature, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. In March 1765, 28-year-old John Hancock was elected as one of Boston’s five selectman, his first political office. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Shortly after the establishment of the Jewish National Fund, Herzl writes to “like-minded gentlemen” on the resolutions of the new commission

233. Theodor Herzl. TLS in German, signed “Herzl,” one page, 8.25 x 11, April 25, 1902. In full

(translated): “We have the honor to inform you that we have taken note of the following resolutions of the National Fund Commission: ‘The commission has elected Dr. Farbstein as President. It is the duty of the president to get in contact with the A. C. [Action Committee] and the members of the N. F. Commission, and to convey all applications and drafts to them, and, if applicable, to determine the result of a vote of the N. F. Commission. The form of the communication with the members of the commission shall be as follows: All applications, drafts, etc., shall be sent to the members by circular, and the members shall have a period of 25 days in which they have to reply to the president regarding applications, drafts, etc.’ We have the honor to kindly inform you that according to the resolution of the congress (stenographic minutes of the 5th congress, page 295) the members of the commission have to submit their positive proposals within three months; otherwise they will be removed from their position. Since the first circular was dated February 2nd, the deadline is May 10th. Therefore, we ask you to convey your opinions to Dr. Farbstein, Zurich, by May 10th at the latest, since otherwise we will be forced to make use of the resolution of the congress.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, two punch holes to left edge, scattered creases and wrinkles, tape reinforcement along reverse of vertical fold, and a few small tears and pinholes.

Delegates at the 1901 Fifth Zionist Congress in Switzerland continued their debate on establishing a national fund to purchase land in Palestine, a proposal made four years earlier by mathematics professor Zyi Hermann Schapira. Following Schapira’s death, it appeared that the idea died with him—until Herzl took up the cause, determined that before the Congress came to an end, a national fund would be established and the dream of a Jewish state would be one step closer to becoming a reality. With the help of contributions from Jews all around the world, the fund owns more than 10% of all of the land in Israel, and has helped to develop more than 250,000 acres. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

234. Edmund Hillary. Glossy 6.75 x 9.5 photo of Hillary enjoying a warm beverage on Everest, signed in blue felt tip. Triple-matted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

235. Edmund H i l l a r y. Tw o

items: FDC with a color cachet of an artist’s rendering depicting Hillary at the top of Mount Everest, signed in black ballpoint, “Ed Hillary”; and a color 18.5 x 10 magazine photo of Mount Everest, signed at the top in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with two vertical folds to the photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I see quite a lot of John Hunt and Sherpa Tenzing” 236. Edmund Hillary. TLS signed “E. P. Hillary,” one page, 8 x 10.25, personal letterhead, July 26, 1971. Letter to an admirer. In part; “I see quite a lot of John Hunt and Sherpa Tenzing—in fact Tenzing is visiting me here in New Zealand in ten days’ time.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 237. Conrad Hilton. Matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders, photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Gary Lorenz, with best wishes, Conrad N. Hilton, January 8, 1972.” In fine condition, with some light creasing to the top left corner and along the top edge. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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238. Historic Events. Four photos: semi-glossy 6 x 4 postcard photo of the Titanic, signed in black felt tip by survivor Milivina Dean, and the archaeologist who discovered the ship, Dr. Robert Ballard; color matte-finish 4 x 6 photo of Kim Phuc holding up the Pulitzer Prize-winning image of herself at age nine after being severely burned during a South Vietnamese napalm attack, signed in blue felt tip, “With love & peace, Kim Phuc”; glossy 6 x 4 photo of the Hindenburg disaster, signed in blue felt tip by Robert Buchanan; and a satin-finish 8 x 10 image of John Gotti and his defense attorney, Bruce Cutler, signed in black ink by Cutler. Scattered light surface marks to the Titanic image, a bit of a grainy appearance to the Gotti and Cutler image, and slightly irregular ink adhesion to Ballard’s and Cutler’s signatures, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by 10 x 8 photos of the Titanic and the Pulitzer Prize-winning image of Phuc, and an 8 x 10 photo of Buchanan in uniform. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 239. Ben Holladay.

American transportation businessman (18191887) known as the ‘Stagecoach King’ until his routes were taken over by Wells Fargo in 1866. Oregon and California Railroad Company business check, 8.75 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Holladay, payable to Geo W. Weidler for $70.00, January 11, 1870.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. Several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, stamp to top left, and light show-through from endorsements on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

241. J. Edgar Hoover. Vintage

matte-finish 9 x 11.5 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Jerry Nomis, Best wishes, J. Edgar Hoover 1.10.50.” In fine condition, with some light easing and rippling to top edge and a bit of trivial border soiling. Accompanied by the original FBI mailing envelope.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Freedom-loving people educate themselves concerning the true nature of communism in order that they will be able to resist its eroding influence” 242. J. Edgar Hoover. TLS,

one page, 8 x 10.5, FBI letterhead, January 3, 1963. Letter to a woman in Canada. In part: “The FBI, as an investigative agency of the Federal Government, does not make or draw conclusions as to the character or integrity of any organization, publication, or individual…I would like to point out that I have never publicly expressed an opinion regarding the nuclear disarmament question. However, I feel it is important that freedom-loving people educate themselves concerning the true nature of communism in order that they will be able to resist its eroding influence. The best way to fight this evil conspiracy is to study it, learn all you can about it and exhibit in all positive ways the superiority of democratic procedures over totalitarian ideology.”

In fine condition, with scattered creasing. Accompanied by several pamphlets Hoover included with this letter. It was Hoover’s covert activities against suspected communist organizations and individuals that garnered him some of the harshest criticism during his tenure as director. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I have no present thought of retiring, and it is my hope to remain in my current position as long as I can be of service to our Nation” 240. J. Edgar Hoover. TLS, one page, 7 x 9, FBI letterhead, October 27, 1969.

Letter of thanks to an admirer. In part: “I have no present thought of retiring, and it is my hope to remain in my current position as long as I can be of service to our Nation.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 14.25. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a bit of light edge soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“I was most interested in the factory & passion fruit project. Also fully [sic] admiration for the way they have plugged away in the face of such great discouragement” 243. Elspeth Huxley. Poly-

math, journalist, writer, magistrate, b r o a d c a s t e r, farmer, environmentalist, and government advisor, she was married to a cousin of writer, Aldous Huxley. ALS, one page both sides, 8 x 10, November 5. Huxley writes, in part: “It was very kind of you indeed to have me to dinner on Monday, & I enjoyed it enormously…

And will you please also pass on a message of very sincere thanks to your husband…I was most interested in the factory & passion fruit project. Also fully [sic]admiration for the way they have plugged away in the face of such great discouragement. It must be heartbreaking to see that disease spreading so. They certainly deserve the success.

I’m sure they will achieve when the kitosh production starts.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a pencil notation in another hand to the top right corner. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Uncommon signature of the ‘Father of Immunology’

244. Edward Jenner. English scientist (1749–1823) who is widely credited as the pioneer of smallpox vaccine. Ink signature and sentiment, “To Mr. Large with Dr. Jenner’s Compls.,” on an off-white 4 x .75 slip. Affixed to the bottom of a larger page with his printed likeness. In very good condition, with soiling, wrinkling, and trimmed edges. A scarce signature of the man who is said to have saved more lives through his work than any other person. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 245. Kennedy Assassination: Buell Frazier. Color glossy

6 x 4 photo of the Texas School Book Depository, signed in black felt tip, “Buell Frazier, employed here on November 22, 1963,” drawing a line and circling the window from which Oswald fired, adding “3 shots fired from this area.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“O the delight of the sail on the Viking ship that was the dream of Goering, and O, the delicious fun of the sparking spray!”

246. Helen Keller.

TLS, signed in pencil, one page both sides, 7.25 x 10.5, Arcan Ridge letterhead, September 8, 1954. Keller writes stage actress Katharine Cornell on Martha’s Vineyard following a visit. In part: “O the delight of the sail on the Viking ship that was the dream of Goering, and O, the delicious fun of the sparking spray! O, the touching welcome of the dogs, and the cheery fire at Chip Chop, and supper that tasted so good…I wish we might all have been together longer, and nothing could have meant more to me than a real talk with Mrs. Roosevelt, but as it was our visit at Chip Chop was most refreshing to Polly’s and my spirits and bodies…I have reread parts of ‘The Darkness Is Light Enough.’ The more I understand the ideas expressed in Christopher Fry’s beautiful language, the more I appreciate the play and enter into the rich thoughts filling your role.” In fine condition, with creasing along the very top of the page and a light block of toning on the top half of the reverse. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a snapshot of Cornell, Keller, and Polly Thomson crossing Vineyard Sound. Vivid imagery painted through the perception of Keller’s soul, with excellent references to literature, Fry, and Eleanor Roosevelt. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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247. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill. Secret Ser-

vice Agent #9 assigned to the President’s motorcade detail on November 22, 1963. After hearing the fateful shot, Hill leapt onto Kennedy’s limousine and accompanied the fallen President and First Lady as they raced to Parkland Memorial Hospital. Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Hill leaping onto Kennedy’s car, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light brushing to the beginning of the signature.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

248. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill. Satin-finish 10

x 8 photo of Hill riding along the side of the car following President Kennedy’s, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

249. Kennedy Assassination: James Leavelle. Iconic satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Leavelle reacting moments after Jack Ruby shoots Lee Harvey Oswald, signed in black felt tip “James Leavelle.”

In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

250. Kennedy Assassination: James Leavelle. Satin-finish 8 x 10

close-up photo of Leavelle, signed vertically in black felt tip. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

251. Ted Kennedy. News-

week magazine featuring Senator Kennedy on the cover, dated August 5, 1968, 8.25 x 11.25, signed and inscribed on the front in black felt tip, “To Stephen, Best, Ted Kennedy, Jan. 05.” In fine condition, with scattered light creasing and light wear. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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252. Caroline Kennedy. Signed book:

Jacqueline Kennedy: Historic Conversations on Life with John F. Kennedy. First edition. NY: Hyperion, 2011. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.5 x 10, 368 pages. Signed on a Jacqueline Kennedy bookplate, affixed to the first free-end page in black ink. In very fine condition. Accompanied by eight discs containing the interviews between Jacqueline and Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr. in 1964. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Living in exile, the deposed monarch retains faith to return: “I hope, even dare to expect that circumstances soon put me in a position to establish myself where I ought to be” 253.

King Charles X. King of

France from 1824 to 1830 whose attempt to restore absolute rule led to his overthrow in the July Revolution. ALS in French, signed “Charles Philippe,” one page, 6 x 7.25, November 3, 1793. Letter to Count CharlesJean d’Hector, coordinator of French naval forces during the American revolution. In full (translated): “The Bishop of Antwerp has sent me your letter Monsieur. You have long deserved my esteem and trust. Further, I know that all their brave sailors consider you their father. Therefore be assured and convinced that I will assiduously look for opportunities to bring you closer to me and employ you as you deserve to be. I hope, even dare to expect that circumstances soon put me in a position to establish myself where I ought to be, that is my only desire, and it will be my only consolation for suffering the pain I endure, which is tearing my heart apart. Speak to no one of my hopes, I beg you; when they have been realized you will hear about them from me. Adieu, Monsieur, never doubt my feelings for you and of my perfect esteem.” Central horizontal and vertical fold, a trivial spot next to signature, and a bit of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Future kings Louis XVIII and Charles X named d’Hector head of the French Navy in 1792. A failed invasion attempt took place at Quiberon, July 21, 1793.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The King of England poses with two future monarchs 254. King Edward VII. Prince of Wales and first British monarch of the House of Saxe-

Coburg and Gotha, Edward’s reign (1901–1910) was named the Edwardian era, during which time of pioneering technological advances, including powered light and the rise of socialism. He was also responsible for the reformation of the Army Medical Services, the modernization of the British Home Fleet, and the reorganization of the British army after the Second Boer War. Vintage matte-finish 4.25 x 6.5 J. Russell and Sons photo of King Edward posing with his grandchildren Prince Edward, Prince Albert, Princess Mary, and Prince Henry, affixed to its original 8 x 10.5 photographer’s mount, signed in fountain pen on the mount, “Edward R & his grandchildren.” Photo is affixed to an identical size board. Dampstaining and well-done repaired crease along upper portion of mount, scattered light foxing and soiling to mount, and a bit of light silvering to image, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

255. King Ernest Augustus I of Hanover. King of Hanover from June 1837

until his death. He was the fifth son and eighth child of George III. ALS signed “Ernest Aug,” one page, 5 x 8, April 5, 1821. Letter to General Sir H. Torrens. In part: “I have had an application from the Officer of my Regt. To form a Band of Trumpeters…I now tell you that it is utterly impossible for me to form such a band for the Regt, with English Trumpeters.” In very good condition, with intersecting mailing folds, a diagonal crease through signature, and scattered toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Stately portraits of Britain’s former king and his royal consort 256. King George V. King of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1865–1936) who reigned from 1910 until his death. Regal vintage matte-finish 7 x 11 full-length photo of George in his full military uniform, affixed to its original 8.25 x 12 photographer’s mount, signed in fountain pen, “George R. I. 1911.” In very good condition, with some scattered light surface marks and fingerprints and scattered moderate silvering to darker areas of edges and background.

Accompanied by a similar size signed W. & D. Downey portrait of Mary of Teck. A stately pair of matching royal portraits. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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260. King Philip IV. Ink signature,

Wartime royal Christmas card

257. King George VI and Elizabeth. King of Great Britain and

Ireland (born 1895) from 1936 until his death in 1952. He and his wife, Queen Elizabeth, were the parents of Elizabeth II. Christmas card from 1942, measuring 7 x 6 closed, inside bears a printed portrait of the royal family posing outdoors opposite a pre-printed sentiment which reads, “With best wishes for Christmas and the New Year,” and signed underneath, “George R,” and “ from Elizabeth R.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

258. King Henry III.

King of France (born 1551), the son of Henry II and Catherine de Medici, who reigned from 1574 until his assassination in 1589. LS in Old French, signed “Henry,” one page, 9.25 x 14, 1579. Untranslated letter to “Mon Cousin,” signed at the conclusion by Henry, with a countersignature near bottom of page. Reverse bears an address panel to “Mon Cousin, le Cardinal.” In good condition, with intersecting folds, with a horizontal fold through tops of a couple letters of signatures, repairs on reverse to partial and complete fold separations, scattered toning, soiling, and dampstaining, tear to bottom edge, edge wear and creases, and a few small areas of paper loss. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Yo el Roy,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 sheet clipped from a document, bearing the printed headline, “On the sixth day of the month of January, in the year of the Nativity of Our Lord,” and affixed to a slightly larger sheet. A vertical crease running through the beginning of the signature, and scattered toning and soiling, otherwise very good condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

261. John Kirkpatrick. Sheriff

of Sierra County, California from 1862–1866.

Partly-printed DS, signed “J. Kirkpatrick,” one page, 7.25 x 3, 1862. A receipt issued to Thomas Rogers stating he “has paid the Sheriff of Sierra County the sum of 53.66 dollars taxes as assessed upon property in said county.”

Signed at the conclusion by Kirkpatrick as sheriff. Several vertical folds, a few through single letters of signature, scattered toning, a bit heavier to left edge, and light show-through from notation on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

262. Henry Kissinger. Signed book:

Diplomacy. First edition, limited edition, this being No. 185 of 2,500. Norwalk, CT: The Easton Press, 1994.

Leather-bound hardcover with slipcase, 6.5 x 9.5. Signed on the limitations page in blue ink, “Henry A. Kissinger.” In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

259. King Louis XV. Ineffectual King of France from 1715 to

1774 who was dominated by his strong-willed and unscrupulous mistress, Madame de Pompadour. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 20 x 12.5, no date. Untranslated appointment, signed at the conclusion by the King and countersigned by two others. Central horizontal and vertical fold, other vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, paper loss and rippling to bottom, scattered toning, pencil notation under signature, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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263. Henry Kissinger. Signed book: Crisis. Collector’s edition.

Norwalk, Connecticut: Easton Press, 2003. Leather-bound hardcover with slipcase, 6.5 x 10, 564 pages. Signed on the limitations page in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. An exquisite, gold-trimmed, neverread offering. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

267. Timothy Leary. Two items: glossy 4 x 5 promotional head-andshoulders photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Steve, Tim Leary”; and a felt tip signature, “Timothy Leary, Apr. 23 ‘84,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

265. Simon Lake. Bank

check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Lake, payable to Volunteer Council #819 R.A. for $5.24, March 13, 1934. Bends, a bit of toning to the far right edge, expected bank cancellation holes touching the start of his name, and show-through from an endorsement on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Lister writes of “old student days” to the fellow classmate he accompanied to England’s first operation using ether some 50 years earlier 266. The Leakeys. Renowned family of archaeologists—Louis, Mary, and son Richard—who made great strides in establishing human evolutionary development in Africa. Five items: TLS signed “L. S. B. Leakey,” one page on a 6 x 12.5 blue air mail sheet, June 10, 1970.

Louis Leakey writes to Cary Madden at the Museum of Palaeontology, in full: “I have your further letter of 28th May with amended details of casts you require, and I will deal with all these matters of casts you want when I get back to Nairobi—hopefully at the end of this month”; and four blue ballpoint ink signatures, three of Richard Leakey and one, “M. D. Leakey,” each on an individual white 5 x 3 card. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by two newspaper clippings, a letter from Richard Leakey’s personal assistant, and the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

268. Joseph Lister. British surgeon (1827–1912) who pioneered the practice of sterile surgery, one of the most important medical advances of the day. His name later became synonymous with a best-selling brand of antiseptic mouthwash. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, black-bordered letterhead, January 8, 1897. Letter to colleague Dr. William Squire. In part: “Your letter recalls old student days…I was extremely sorry to hear of your illness but I am glad that you are so far convalescent. I do know Professor George Buchanan and can testify to the completeness of his recovery.” In very good condition, with slight separation along central horizontal fold, uniform toning, and small tape remnant to bottom of back page. Outstanding association, as in their “old student days” Lister and Squire attended the first operation using ether in Great Britain on December 22, 1846, an event that Squire would later write about. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I won’t fail to send you my new work on Tuberculosis as soon as it appears” 269. Auguste Lumiere.

Inventor of photographic equipment, along with his brother, Louis Jean. In 1893 they developed a cine camera, the cinématographe, and showed the first motion pictures using film projection in 1895. They also invented the Autochrome screen plate for colour photography in 1903. TLS in French, signed “Lumiere,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, Laboratoires Lumiere letterhead, February 7, 1944.

Letter to Dr. Gerard de Lacaze Duthiers. In part (translated): “I received the issue of ‘Passe Partout’… with your very nice article on the work of my late collaborator Dr. Paul Vigne…I won’t fail to send you my new work on Tuberculosis as soon as it appears.” Central horizontal and vertical fold, a few trivial ink marks, and some light wrinkling and creasing, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

“I don’t know what the parliamentary raisine has in store for us but it is difficult to imagine anything reasonable coming from it”

270. Louis Lumiere.

Inventor of photographic equipment, along with his brother, Auguste.

In 1893 they developed a cine camera, the cinématographe, and showed the first motion pictures using film projection in 1895. They also invented the Autochrome screen plate for color photography in 1903. ALS in French, one page both sides, 4 x 5.75, Villa Lumiere letterhead, January 31, 1946. In part (translated): “Your food package arrived intact…a real treat for me because food is in very short supply here–40 grams of meat in three weeks…No danger of getting fat!…I don’t know what the parliamentary raisine has in store for us but it is difficult to imagine anything reasonable coming from it…I understand why you’re not in a hurry to return to France.” In fine condition, with uniform toning and a bit of scattered light soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

“I’d so love to be present while you’re bombarding Algiers that must be very amusing” 271. Marie Louise. The second wife of Emperor Napoleon I of France (1791-1847). ALS in French, signed “Louise,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, August 4 and 23, 1830.

Louise writes to William Albert, her son by Count Neippberg. In part (translated): “received your letter…and my tears flowed… reading all of your tenderness and affection for me. Yes William, my present happiness depends only on you and your sister…your mother loves you so…in 4 days it’ll be your 11th birthday. It will grieve me much not to be with you and press you to to my heart… the heart of a mother who loves you so…I suffer…had such dizzy spells that the room danced around me…I was visited by Mr. Vrieuz, who was Bombelle’s secertary and is now Austrian Minister to Darmstadt. The Hohenzollern Prince is really the greatest dispenser of compliments I know…the family dined together…Uncle Charles’ boys came to blows. My brother–in-law really knows how to get the children to behave. He established peace quickly.” Mary Louise resumes the letter 15 days later on August 23. In part (translated): “here’s a letter I started for you, my dear child. I felt quite ill…I forgot it and my servants put it in a portfolio in Schönbrunn…I wasn’t there to celebrate your birthday with you…I’d so love to be present while you’re bombarding Algiers—that must be very amusing…I have a new, excellent music teacher, but my head is so weak…I also found a square Salzburg ducat for you…very rare…My little nephew is doing wonderfully and he’s so big and plump…Goodbye dear child I embrace you and love you with all my heart.” A uniform shade of mild toning, light show-through from writing on opposing sides, and a bit of trivial paper loss to hinge, otherwise fine condition.

Marie Louise’s son William Albert (1819-1895) was an Italian prince—the 1st Prince of Montenuovo—and later Field Marshal Lieutenant of the Austrian Empire. She wrote this letter from the Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna where she was staying with her son by Napoleon I, the Duke of Reichstadt. Otherwise known as Napoleon II, he was meant to become Emperor of the French, but was essentially held captive in Austria after the First French Empire collapsed. The “bombarding Algiers” refers to the French invasion of Algiers in 1830, in which the French military employed Napoleon’s 1808 contingency plan. Marie Louise also mentions Charles-René, Count of Bombelles, whom she would marry in 1834.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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272. Cyrus McCormick. Inventor and

businessman (1809– 1884) whose reaper revolutionized American agriculture. Bank check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by McCormick, “C. H. McCormick, Chairman,” payable to Chicago Union for $250.00, October 9, 1872. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In very good condition, with several vertical folds, cancellation cut to center, and scattered light toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Meir signs her name below the famed image of Harry Truman proudly displaying a famously inaccurate newspaper headline 273. Golda Meir.

Unique 11 x 8.5 paperstock photo of Harry Truman joyfully holding up the notoriously incorrect November 3, 1948, headline on the Chicago Tribune the day after Truman beat challenger, Thomas E. Dewey, for the presidency, bearing a First Day of Issue postmark and three stamps in the bottom right corner, signed in the bottom left corner in felt tip, “Golda Meir.” In fine condition, with light toning along the edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

274. Mother Teresa. Glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in blue felt tip, “God bless you, M. Teresa mc.”

In fine condition, with a few minor creases and surface marks. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

275. Mother Teresa. Printed prayer

slip, 4.25 x 5.5, with an image of Mother Teresa with her hands clasped in prayer, signed at the bottom in blue ink, “God bless you, M Teresa mc.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and a bit of trivial edge toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

276. Elijah Muhammad. Founder

of the Nation of Islam (1897–1975) who was accused of ordering the assassination of Malcolm X. Business check for the Honorable Elijah Muhammad Poor Fund, 7.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Muhammad, payable to David Freeman and Son, Inc., for $105.75, July 31, 1971. In fine condition, with bank stamp over portion of first name of signature, ink notation to top, and light show-through from a stamp on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

277. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Partly-printed

DS, in Italian, one page, 9.5 x 14.5, April 24, 1927. An untranslated document, signed at the conclusion in black ink, “Vittorio Emanuele” and “Mussolini.” In very good condition, with light toning and some trivial spotting, a diagonal crease and light creasing along the top edge, a government stamp, a few ink and pencil notations, and marginal binding holes to the left edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

278. Benito Mussolini. DS, in Italian, one page, 9.5 x 14.5, September 11, 1934. An untranslated document signed at the conclusion, “Mussolini.” A diagonal crease, some light creasing and toning, a few edge tears, and several rusty binding holes along the left edge, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

279. Max Nordau. A German phy-

sician, writer, and Jewish nationalist, Nordau (1849–1923) was instrumental in establishing recognition of Palestine as a potential Jewish homeland.

Untranslated ALS in French, signed “Dr. M. Nordau,” one page, 4.25 x 7, January 10, 1902. In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold, scattered creasing, light toning, and pencil notations to top. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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280. Notables. Six FDCs with

various cachets, signed in ink by J. Edgar Hoover, Robert Moses, Alf Landon, Harold Wilson, James Webb, and Carl Hayden, Paul Fannin, and Barry Goldwater. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning, and a label remnant to Webb’s cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

281. Notables. Four multi-page souvenir typescripts, each signed in ink by its respective author. Signers are: Dean Rusk, John Lindsay, Coretta Scott King, and Albert Szent-Gyorgyi. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

282. George Opdyke. Mayor of New York City during the Civil

War. Three bank checks from Broadway Bank, all 8.25 x 3.75, all dated March 5, 1863, and all filled out in another hand and signed by Opdyke as mayor for judiciary salaries. Also signed by the clerk and comptroller. In fine condition, with light toning along the edges and a central cancellation cut to each check. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

283. Marina Oswald.

Wife of JFK assassin Lee Harvey Oswald (born 1941); she married Dallas carpenter Kenneth Porter in 1965.

Ballpoint signature, “Marina Oswald Porter 1986 X-mas,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Oswald’s hand and signed in the return address area, “Mrs. Kenneth Porter.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

286. Rosa Parks. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Parks looking out a bus window, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

Pasteur welcomes a visit from a noted leprologist to his institute 287. Louis Pasteur. Pioneering French microbiologist and chemist (1822–1895) who demonstrated the germ theory of disease and developed the first vaccine against rabies. ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page, 4.5 x 7, Institut Pasteur letterhead, April 20, 1893.

Brief letter to a colleague concerning a visit from noted leprologist Dr. Sauton to his laboratory. In full (translated): “Dr. Sauton can come to the Institut Pasteur Saturday, as he wishes, from 10 o’clock to noon.”

In fine condition, with three punch holes to left edge and a uniform shade of mild toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

288. Ron Paul. Color satin-finish 11 x 14

head-and-shoulders photo of Paul before an American flag, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with a few trivial creases.

Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

285. Rosa Parks.

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Parks being fingerprinted by a police officer, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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289. Linus Pauling. Glossy 4 x 5 photo of Pauling sporting a beret, signed at the top in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Pepys transfers a title to a widow 291. Samuel Pepys. British civil servant

(1633–1703) who was promoted to Secretary to the Admiralty in 1673.

Pepys is best remembered as the author of a nine-year, multi-volume diary, one of the essential documents of 17th century British history and literature. Manuscript DS, signed “S. Pepys,” one page, 7 x 7, July 31, 1667. Document reads, in full: “I doe hereby assigne & transferr all my right, Title & interest in this Order unto Mrs. Mary Rumbold Administratix to Wm Rumbold Esq Deceaed.”

Signed underneath by Pepys. Document is also endorsed at the top by another official. In very good condition, with central vertical fold, scattered toning and soiling, a few edge dings, and a “DUPL” stamp to bottom. An uncommon offering boasting a large and bold signature.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

292. Shimon Peres and King Hussein. Commemorative pro-

gram, 8.25 x 13, commemorating the award of the 1995 Gabriel Peace Prize, with text in Hebrew, Arabic, and English, printed on high quality stock with five color photographs including a fold-out of the Signing of the Peace Treaty between Israel and Jordan, on October 26, 1995, depicting President Clinton, Shimon Peres, Yitzhak Rabin, King Hussein of Jordan as well as several other dignitaries.

Signed and inscribed on the inside title page by Shimon Peres in Hebrew, and Hussein I bin Talal, King of Jordan (in Arabic). Two other signatures are likely the reward recipients although this has not been positively identified. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling and creasing to signed page. King Hussein and Prime Minister Peres attended a ceremony in which the Gabriel Peace Prize was awarded to Ambassador Elyakim Rubinstein and Ambassador Fayez Tarawneh for the role they played in the negotiations leading to the signing of the Israel-Jordan peace treaty in October 1994. Accompanied by a letter from the office of His Majesty the King, dated August 25, 1996, addressed to Hanita Halevy thanking her for a gift of poems by her cousin Ely Rubinstein. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Pillsbury reaches out to orphan’s aid 293. Charles A. Pillsbury. Businessman (1842–1899) who bought a small flour mill in Minneapolis and developed it into the largest flour producer in the world. ALS signed “Chas. A. Pillsbury,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 8 x 10.25, C. A. Pillsbury & Co., Proprietors of the Anchor, Pillsbury and Empire Flouring Mills letterhead, August 5, 1876. Letter to Horace Thompson, President of the St. Paul Orphan Asylum. In part: “Mr. Hubbard who went down to see you yesterday in behalf of a poor little baby informs me that you kindly offered to adopt the child at the asylum provided the mother would give it away by signing the necessary papers or that you would board it at twelve dollars per month. My sister Mrs. Moore has taken the baby down to the Asylum. The poor unfortunate mother could not make up her mind to part with the child forever this morning. To see them separated was one of the hardest things I have ever witnessed. So Mrs. Moore paid one month’s wages in advance in order to give the mother a little time to consider the matter.

The mother is now willing to give the child away at any time or as soon as parties can be found who will adopt it, and I think that at the end of the month she will think it best to give it to the asylum provided a permanent home is not found in the meanwhile. She could support the child for the next few months but that would leave her with little or no money at the close of her engagement here and I do not see how she could possibly do so when she went to her usual work.

When you see the baby I think you will call it an unusually fine one for so young, and I think your society will have but little trouble in finding a good home for it. The mother is a woman of unusually fine feelings and is splendidly recommended by all who know her. She has already been terribly punished for her sin and loves her little one with all her heart with a full mother’s love. We shall be so kind to her as we possibly can be and shall always take an interest in her child.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a partial separation along central horizontal fold, and a uniform shade of mild toning. A remarkable and compassionate letter from one of the greatest industrialists of the nineteenth century. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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294. Pope Gregorius XIV. Born Niccolò

Sfondrati (535–1591) who was Pope from December 5, 1590 until his death. LS, in Latin, signed “Greg.s pp XIV,” one page, 8 x 11, January 30, 1591. Untranslated papal letter assuring Cardinal Lancelotti that all vacant posts in the city and dioceses of Piacenza will be filled in with the persons he will suggest. In very good condition, with intersecting horizontal and vertical folds, and mild overall toning, staining, and soiling. Any item signed as Pope are a legendary rarity due to the short duration of his reign.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

295. Queen Marie Amelie de Bourbon. Queen of the French

from 1830–1848 and consort to Louis Philippe I. ANS in French, signed “A,” one page, 4 x 5.25, embossed personal letterhead, no date. Brief note to Madame de Dolomieu announcing that the Army had forced the passage of the Afroun and a ‘regroupe les Arabes.” A central horizontal fold, several vertical creases, and a uniform shade of toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

299. Mitt Romney. Unique and possibly one-of-a-kind unopened box of Barilla Plus angel hair pasta, signed on the front in black felt tip

by Romney. In fine condition. Signature was acquired at a standing room only spaghetti supper at the Merrimack, New Hampshire VFW Hall on December 30, 2011. Consignor notes it is the only box of pasta he signed that night. A whimsical souvenir from the campaign trail. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 300. Ernest Rutherford. New Zealand

physicist (1871-1937) who became known as the father of nuclear physics and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1908.

Scarce fountain pen signature, “E. Rutherford,” on an off-white 3 x 1 slip, clipped from the closing of a letter. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned 8 x 10 portrait. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

The oil baron signs a commemorative edition of a visit to his summer home 296. John D. Rockefeller.

Signed book: Forest Hill September 26, 1905. Limited edition of 425 copies (This being No. 58). Cleveland: Vinson and Korner Co. Hardcover, 7.5 x 10. Signed in the lower border in blue pencil of the frontispiece portrait of Rockefeller. In good condition, with both covers detached, mild toning and foxing to top and fore-edges, and surface loss to covers, joints, and spine. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I am calling on your conscience. Will you dare say that it does not reproach you with your behavior in my regard?”

301. Marquis de Sade. ALS in French, signed “Sade,” one

page, 6.25 x 8, October 27, 1799. Penning a threatening letter to a man who had cheated him in a business deal, the Marquis writes, translated in full: “Your insulting letter, Citizen, against a man who will always have my friendship, saddened me. Citizen Gauffridi has and always will have my entire confidence, and I cannot blame him for not allowing you to deceive me. You cannot conceal the fact, Citizen, that you have not paid me the price my timber is worth, and yet I had trusted you. Being far away, it was impossible for me to establish whether I was being duped; you took advantage of the situation and you have me, as most, a quarter of the value of the stuff I was selling you. I am calling on your conscience. Will you dare say that it does not reproach you with your behavior in my regard?

And yet, Citizen, such is my desire to keep on doing business with you and to keep on talking to you, that I do not hold you unworthy of my friendship and that I am sending in this very same mail a note to Citizen Gauffridi asking him to suspend all legal actions against you, because and with the condition that you sell for me my property in Mazan to the man in Venasque, as you mentioned in your last letter; whatever I lose with you I will consider to be the bribe for the deal you will have secured on my behalf; but without this condition I have no reason to spare you, since only your cheating will remain visible, and no compensation could take care of it; without this cause, as I said, I shall ask Citizen Gauffridi to follow suit, unless, to reimburse me for the damage you caused, you pay me instantly 1000 Francs above the sum you gave me for the sale.” Address panel on the reverse is penned in Sade’s hand. Intersecting folds, show-through from writing on the reverse, and slight haloing to the text and signature, otherwise fine condition.

The Marquis de Sade was nearly penniless when he wrote this letter, and his desperation is clearly apparent in the text. He was nearly a year behind in his rent and would soon be hospitalized for malnutrition. Gaspard Gaufridy was de Sade’s lawyer and personal friend and managed the finances of his estates at Mazan, Saumane, Arles, and La Coste. In the autumn of 1799, Napoleon staged his coup d’etat and would later order de Sade’s arrest and his confinement at the insane asylum Charenton, where he would spend the rest of his days. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

302. Jonas Salk. Glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in black ink. In fine condition, with scattered creases and surface marks. Accompanied by a 1972 letter from Salk’s secretary, acknowledging the photo.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

303. Jonas Salk. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Salk in his lab, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

304. Scientists. Twenty-three items consisting of signatures, ALSs, and TLSs, on various size slips, cards, sheets, and government postcards, each signed by a different scientist. Signers are: Alfred Kinsey, George Gallup, David Lilienthal, George Sperti, J. H. Jeans, Richard Tolman, Miller Reese Hutchison, Karl Compton, Arthur Little, George Shull, Park Struthers, George Moler, John Merriam, Henry Osborn, William Beebe, William Patten, Samuel Stratton, Kenneth Mees, Julius Nieuwland (2), and Leonor Michaelis. In very good condition, with various scattered toning, folds to letters, and mounting remnants to many of the corners. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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305. Albert S c h w e i t z e r.

309. Robert Shapiro. Two dif-

Endorsed check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed in another hand and endorsed on the reverse

by Schweitzer, payable to Dr. Albert Schweitzer

by Margaret C. Hayes for $2.00, July 31, 1960.

In very good condition, with an ink notation, the expected cancellation holes, show-through from a cancellation stamp on the reverse, a light stamp over a portion of the signature, and mild pooling to the signature. Accompanied by a cardstock photo of Schweitzer with a patient, bearing a handwritten letter by his assistant on the reverse, and the original mailing envelope.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

306. Scientists. FDC

with a cachet honoring Science Writer and Biologist, Rachel L. Carson, signed in blue or black ink by James D. Watson, Francis H. C. Crick, Julius Axelrod, Paul Berg, Konrad Bloch, Melvin Calvin, Walter Gilbert, and Stanley Cohen. In fine condition, with light haloing to Watson’s signature.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

307. Scientists. FDC

with a cachet honoring Dr. George Papanicolaou, signed in black or blue ink by Francis H. C. Crick, Linus Pauling, J. Michael Bishop, Glenn T. Seaborg, and Rosalyn S. Yalow. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

308. Scientists and Inventors. Elev-

en items consiting of signed photos, covers, and letters, each signed by a different scientist or inventor. Signers are: James A. Van Allen, Steve Wozniak, Robert Maurer, Stanley Pons, Weldon Ward, Donald Keck, Stanley Miller, Charles Sporck, Sylvia Fedorukr, P. C. Schultz, and Bob Hall. In fine condition, with vertical folds and clipped edges to letters. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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ferent color glossy 8 x 10 photos of the famous attorney, each signed in silver ink, with Shapiro adding a brief sentiment to one photo. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

310. William Shockley. American physicist

(1910–1989) and, more controversially, eugenicist, who won the 1956 Nobel Prize in Physics for his development of the transistor. Original ink sketch of transistor on an off-white 5 x 3 card, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “For Kris, W=Shockley 19 Mar 83.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“One can only hope that the prewar principles laid down by the Nuremberg Tribunal can be followed in the future” 311. Lord Hartley Shawcross. Souvenir

typescript, three pages, 8.5 x 11. The Indictment of the Nuremberg War Trials, October 18, 1945.

Signed at the conclusion, “One can only hope that the prewar principles laid down by the Nuremberg Tribunal can be followed in the future. Hartley Shawcross.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

312. Benjamin Spock. Baby doctor and

best selling author (1903-1998) whose book Baby and Child Care, published in 1946, is one of the biggest best-sellers of all time.

ALS signed “Ben Spock,” one page, 7.25 x 10, American Airlines letterhead, no date.

Spock writes to “Lon,” in full: “I was delighted with my visit to Lake Michigan—meeting so many interested and warm hearted students having such a large and responsive audience. These things result from thoughtful planning only. I appreciate all that you and the committee did.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creasing, and a more moderate horizontal crease passing through the body of text. Accompanied by an American Airlines boarding pass, First Class, featuring a note in Spock’s hand on the reverse, “I wrote to Gene separately.” RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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A rare Stalin Prize, awarded to the inventor of the Katyusha rocket launcher in 1942

313. Joseph Stalin. Scarce Stalin Prize of First Degree from 1942, signed inside, “J. Stalin,” 10 x 14.25, eight pages, with a hard brown cover. Cover features a 3-inch diameter Bas-relief of Stalin and Lenin. The fourth page features a 4 x 6 portrait of Stalin. The fifth page reads, (translated): “By the decision of the Soviet of People’s Commissars of the Soviet Union issued on 10th of April, 1942, Stalin’s Prize First Degree is awarded to:

-Kostikov Andrey Grigoryevich, Hero of Socialist Labor.

-Aborenkov Vasily Vasilievich, General-Major of Artillery.

-Gvay Ivan Isidorovich, Military Engineer of 2nd Degree.

-Golgovsky Vladimir Nikolaevich, Constructor For inventing new types of weapons.” Following page reads, “This diploma is issued to Aborenkov Vasily Vasilievich,” and is signed in blue ink by Stalin as Chairman of Soviet of People’s Commissars of the Soviet Union, and also signed, “Chaadaev,” as in charge of Affairs of Sovnarkom. An ink seal of Soviet of People’s Commissar is on the left of the signatures. Also included is the leatherbound certificate of the recipient of this Award, Aborenkov Vasily Vasilievich, 4.25 x 3, featuring a 1 x 1.5 clipped photo of Vasilievich, as well as the original ribbon of the medal he received in 1942.

In very good condition, with mild blocks of toning to inside pages, a couple vertical creases to most pages, including signed page, and some scattered light wear and outward curling to covers.

The prestigious Stalin Prize existed from 1941 to 1954 and was one of the Soviet Union’s highest honors. This award was given to Aborenkov Vasily Vasilievich for developing a new type of rocket artillery, the multiple rocket launcher BM-13, later nicknamed Katyusha (Little Katie), a launcher that delivered a devastating amount of explosives to a target area quickly and was inexpensive and easy to produce. The Katyushas of World War II were usually mounted on trucks, allowing them to fire and then move before being located by the enemy. They were also often grouped together to create a shock effect on enemy forces. German troops called the Katyusha “Stalin’s organ,” referring to the weapon’s appearance and sound, and the rocket launcher’s effectiveness helped to lower morale in the German army. By the end of 1942, 3,237 Katyusha launchers had been built and by the end of the war production reached 10,000. A rare one-of-a-kind piece of Soviet and Word War II history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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“I was never sold on the budgerigar fad myself. They were sure to over-breed their market” 315. Robert Stroud. ALS signed “Bob, Robert Stroud, #594,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 8 x 10.25, Alcatraz prison stationery to which he adds his full name and prison address at top, November 10, 1952. Letter to his friend, bird breeder Fred E. Daw. In part: “I am sure the real reason…doesn’t want the microscope is because he has learned that it involves a complicated technique. Like many people, he probably thought that you just put a bird under the microscope and see the germs. I was never sold on the budgerigar fad myself.

They were sure to over-breed their market. The red factor will come back, and those who sold pout will be kicking themselves. You take the red-factor bred to a good type, and you have something. You have to produces ten…for each good bird for a few years, but once you get good birds, there is no danger of a fad flooding the market, for they have to breed.” In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds, some light toning, and a couple ink and pencil notations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I think that the cockateel [sic] make a better talker than the keet” 316. Robert Stroud.

Imprisoned for murder at the age of 18, Robert Stroud (1890–1963) spent more than 54 years in jail (47 in isolation), where he became a self-educated authority on birds and bird diseases and author of an important reference, Stroud’s Digest of the Diseases of Birds, published in 1942. ALS signed “Bob, Robert Stroud, #594,” and once at the top in the return address area, “Robert Stroud,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 8 x 10.5, June 13, 1952. Letter to his friend, bird breeder Fred E. Daw. In part: “Tell Osman that the bird with an overgrown beak is suffering from an upset metabolism which I believe most often due to a deficiency in vitamins A and D. I have had some doves improve under treatment with cod liver oil, and the condition can be brought about by feeding birds on a diet known to be deficient in those two vitamins—but I have never had such a bird that ever amounted to anything, altogether I have by proper diet gotten good chicks from them, but never a high rate of production…You do not have to argue with me to convince me about the keets talking, for I have known many such birds, altogether I think that the cockateel [sic] make a better talker than the keet.” Framed so both sides are visible to an overall size of 11.5 x 14. Intersecting folds, pencil notations to first page, and small adhesive remnant to top border on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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317. Supreme Court: Hugo L. Black. Souvenir typescript, one page,

8.5 x 11, signed at the bottom, “June 25, 1971, Hugo L. Black.” A typescript of his “Concurring Opinion to the Supreme Court Decision in Favor of the New York Times and Washington Post.” Decision begins, “I adhere to the view that the Government’s case against the Washington Post should have been dismissed and that the injunction against the New York Times should have been vacated without oral argument.” In fine condition, with some scattered light edge creasing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

318. Supreme Court: Louis D. Brandeis.

Vintage ink signature, “Louis D. Brandeis,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card.

Uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

319. Supreme Court: Warren E. Burger. Color 4.5 x 6.5 photo

of Burger in his judicial robe, affixed to an 8 x 10 mount, signed on the mount in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

320. Supreme Court: Earl Warren. TLS signed

“Earl,” one page, 6 x 8, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, June 16, 1965. Warren writes to California Governor Goodwin J. Knight, in full: “This will indicate to you how far behind I am in my homework, but I did appreciate your birthday greetings.”

In fine condition, with light creasing and toning. Accompanied by the handwritten letter of birthday wishes from Knight.

Aside from acting as governor, Knight was also a Superior Court judge in Los Angeles. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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321.

Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter. Vintage fountain

pen signature, “Felix Frankfurter,” on an offwhite 4 x 2.5 card with the typed notation, “Felix Frankfurter Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court 1943.” In very good condition, with mild toning, with a heavier area along the top edge, and scattered soiling, only lightly affecting the bold signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

322.

Supreme Court: George Sutherland. TLS

signed “Geo. Sutherland,” one page, 6 x 8, Supreme Court of the United States, Washington, D. C. letterhead, October 20, 1933. In a letter to California governor, Goodwin “Jess” Knight, Judge Sutherland writes, in part: “I should be most glad to write the letter which you request, but our court is constantly called upon to review decisions in which states and state officers are vitally interested, and we have concluded that we cannot with propriety make requests of these officers for appointments, or make endorsements in the nature of requests. I have no doubt of the entire fitness of your son for the appointment, and I entirely agree with what you say in respect of the family stock…I should be glad to do anything I could for you, and I am sure you will understand that I do not withhold the requested letter for any personal reasons. I very much hope your son will succeed.” In fine condition, with light toning, and a light spot of rubbing slightly affecting the first letter of the signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

323. Edward Teller.

Hungarian-born nuclear physicist (1908–2003) who worked with Fermi on the Manhattan Project and later assumed a leading role in the development of the hydrogen bomb. TNS, one page, 5 x 3.25, Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace letterhead, August 31, 1978. Brief letter of thanks. In full: “With thanks for your good wishes.” In fine condition, with a couple light creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

The former Alamo commander receives payment for his work on the Indian commission 324. Texas: James Clinton Neill. Soldier and

politician (1790– 1845) most noted for his role in the Texas Revolution and the early defense of the Alamo. Scarce manuscript DS, signed “J. C. Neill,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 3.5, May 25, 1844.

Treasury warrant issued to Neill for $60.00 “for Indian purposes this amount being for Indian Commission Pay.” Endorsed on the reverse

by Samuel B. Shaw directing payment to Neill, and signed vertically on the reverse “J. C. Neill.” Light contrast to signature over text, some scattered light toning, missing top right corner tip, and light showthrough from writing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

325. Titanic: Millvina Dean. Glossy 18 x 12

photo of the Titantic, signed in black felt tip by the youngest survivor. In fine condition, with some trivial creasing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“When this you see, Remember me, the baby saved from the sea” 326. Titanic: Millvina Dean.

Souvenir reproduction White Star broadside, 8.25 x 11.75, for the 1912 maiden voyage of the Titanic, signed in blue ballpoint, with Dean adding the lines, “When this you see, Remember me, the baby saved from the sea, With best wishes, Millvina Dean, The youngest Titanic survivor.” In fine condition, with light contrast to the poem. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Boldly executed and precise “Francisco Villa” signature 328. Francisco ‘Pancho’ Villa. One of the most prominent

Mexican Revolutionary generals (1878–1923). DS, in Spanish, signed “Francisco Villa,” one page, 8.5 x 13.5, June 19, 1915.

Document reads, in full (translated): “Following message nº 425, this will serve as the authorization for the government of the State of Aguascalientes to give as soon as possible one hundred horses from the Cieneguillas ranch for your soldiers to mount.

My considerate regards.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds crossing his name with a tear along the left side of a central horizontal fold affecting the top of his last name, wrinkling, mild toning and staining, rusted paperclip impression at the top left edge, and edge chipping. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Washington reaches out to procure necessary funding to keep Tuskegee afloat: “If you can help us in any measure, however small, to meet the cost of tuition we shall be very grateful” 330. Booker T. Washington. LS, one page, 8 x 10, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute for the Training of Colored Young Men and Women letterhead, October 5, 1905. Washington politely requests funds for the institute, in full: “Our students pay their board partly in work and partly in cash, but they are wholly unable in addition to pay the cost of teaching which is Fifty Dollars per year for each one. If you can help us in any measure, however small, to meet the cost of tuition we shall be very grateful. Our endowment is not sufficient to enable us to run the institution without asking help. The enclosed printed matter will give you some definite information as to our condition and needs.”

Matted and framed, with a small photo of Washington, to an overall size of 13.25 x 20. Intersecting folds, one passing through the “o” of the first name, and the “t” of the last name, light surface wrinkling, and uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“If you can see your way clear to help us, I shall appreciate it very greatly, especially at this time when the war excitement makes it very hard for us to get the necessary funds to carry on the work from day to day” 331. Booker T. Washington. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Alabama letterhead, May 10, 1898. Washington writes to Henry R. Howland of Buffalo, New York, in full: “I take the liberty of enclosing a circular which will tell you definitely about the condition and needs of our school at Tuskegee. In case you have not already done so, if you can see your way clear to help us, I shall appreciate it very greatly, especially at this time when the war excitement makes it very hard for us to get the necessary funds to carry on the work from day to day.” In very good condition, with lightly intersecting folds, some light creasing, a uniform shade of toning, a mild separation to the central horizontal fold below a small area of thin paper loss. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“There are a lot of collaborators of the Nazis coming from the Baltic countries or the Ukraine. There are now legal suppositions to call them to account, but I don’t know how many of these immigrants were already accused” 332. Simon Wiesenthal. Two items: TLS signed “Wiesenthal,”

on a white 8.25 x 7.25 sheet of personal letterhead, July 30, 1997.

In part: “Concerning your question about former SS-members in Great Britain I don’t know, but there are a lot of collaborators of the Nazis coming from the Baltic countries or the Ukraine. There are now legal suppositions to call them to account, but I don’t know how many of these immigrants were already accused”; and a cardstock photo, 4 x 6, signed in blue ballpoint in the bottom border, “Simon Wiesenthal.” In fine condition, with intersecting horizontal and vertical folds to the letter, one passing through the middle of the signature, and some light surface creasing to the letter. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

334. Zionist Leaders. Three items: an untranslated ALS, in Hebrew, 8.25 x 9.25, written and signed by Menachem Ussishkin; a one page untranslated DS, 8.25 x 7.5, signed

by Haim Arlosoroff; and a TLS, signed “Henrietta Szold,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Hadassah letterhead, January 24, 1925. In very good condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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335. Bud Anderson. Felt tip

military

signature, “CE ‘Bud’ Anderson,” on a painted 8.25 x 2 card. Card is affixed to an original Raymond Waddey acrylic painting of Anderson piloting his Old Crow away from a downed German fighter, canvas stretched over a wooden frame, 36 x 24, and is signed in paint by Waddey. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

336. Joseph Bloomfield. Revolutionary War soldier. LS, one page, 7.75 x 9.5, November 1819. Bloomfield writes to the Honorable John C. Calhoun Esq., Secretary of War, in full: “The undersigned are informed that the Office of Assistant Surgeon General, for the Southern Division of the United States, will shortly be rendered vacant, by the resignation of the present Incumbent. We therefore beg leave to recommend for that Office, Dr. Augustus R. Taylor, of New Brunswick, New Jersey, and to assure you, that he is, in all respects, well qualified to discharge its duties. As a man, a citizen, a Physician &a Surgeon, he has long maintained the most honorable standing, in the public estimation, and, we believe, merits the public confidence,” signed at the conclusion by Bloomfield and two others, and docketed on the reverse in another hand. In very good condition, with lightly intersecting folds, some scattered light toning, a few stray ink marks, a small area of paper loss to the bottom right edge, and a small area of ink erosion just below, but not affecting, the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

“Bob’s loss will be keenly felt, both personally and professionally, by his host of admiring friends as well as by the Army to which he rendered such devoted service” 337. Mark W. Clark. American general

(1896–1984) who came under fire for his questionable leadership during World War II and who signed the cease-fire agreement with North Korea in 1953.

TLS signed “Mark,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Army Field Forces letterhead, January 23, 1952. Clark writes to Mrs. Robert H. Soule of Washington, DC, in part: “The news of Bob’s sudden and untimely passing Saturday came as a real shock to me for I had been advised that he would soon be returning to duty. Bob’s loss will be keenly felt, both personally and professionally, by his host of admiring friends as well as by the Army to which he rendered such devoted service. He was an outstanding solider, a fearless leader and a real gentleman…I hope that you and Genevieve Ann may find solace in knowing of the esteem which we too hold for that true friend and patriot.” In fine condition, with light toning and a few diagonal creases towards the right edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“This request is absolutely contrary to the established Rules…I beg you to be persuaded of how much I regret not being able to make an exception in the case of your brother-in-law”

338. Marshal de Castries. French marshal (1727–1801) and minister of the navy who devised strategy which made possible the naval victories during the American Revolution. His brotherin-law was related to famed explorer Jean-Francois Galaup, Count de La Perouse. LS in French, signed “le Mal. De Castries,” one page, 8 x 12.5, September 7, 1785. Letter to Guillaume de Bellecombe, French Colonial governor.

In part (translated): “I have received, Sir, the letter you did me the honor of writing on behalf of the Chevalier de Galaup, asking for anticipated payment of the second half of his salary…This request is absolutely contrary to the established Rules…I beg you to be persuaded of how much I regret not being able to make an exception in the case of your brother-in-law. Such an exception would have consequences.” Central horizontal fold, a mild overall shade of toning, a couple of small spots of soiling and foxing, and a few creases, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 339. Enola Gay. Composite 8 x 10 cardstock photo of Little Boy and its devastating aftermath in Hiroshima, signed in blue felt tip, “Paul Tibbets, Pilot,” “Tom Ferebee, Bombardier,” “Dutch Van Kirk, Navigator,” and “Dick Nelson, Radio.”

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100) 340. Enola Gay. Glossy 10 x 8

photo of the Enola Gay crew posing on Tinian Island, signed in black felt tip by Paul Tibbets, Thomas Ferebee, Theodore Van Kirk, Jacob Beser, George R. Caron, Richard H. Nelson (signed in blue ballpoint), and Morris Jeppson, with several adding their flight assignments. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

341. Enola Gay: Van Kirk and Agnew. Stunning semi-glossy

14 x 9.25 photo of the Enola Gay, signed in blue felt tip, “Dutch Van Kirk, Navigator—Enola Gay,” and “Harold M. Agnew.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Military

“You have been misinformed as to the reason of the late court martial, in the case of Purser Thorn” 342. Stephen Decatur. ALS signed “S. Decatur,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10.5, June 2, 1816. Letter to Captain Robert T. Spence. In part: “Your last letter my dear sir, is grateful in as much as it satisfies me of the interest you take in my welfare although I cannot help differing with you in opinion on several material points contained therein. Had Mr. Thorn been entirely acquitted of the matters preferred against him, I do think he would have been entitled to a meeting, in the present instance I should think I degraded myself whence I to place myself upon an equality with him. The enclosed note, which is an answer to one I received from Mr. T, friend will explain my view of the case & I trust it will be such as you yourself would have dictated.”

Continuing on the same page, and concluding on the third page, Decatur has handwritten the text of the letter he wrote to Mr. Thorn’s friend, Mr. Johnston Verplank, in New York, and signed “SD.” In full, “Sir, your communication of the 20th Inst. addressed to me at Washington, reached me here yesterday only–you have been misinformed as to the reason of the late court martial, in the case of Purser Thorn.

Instead of a ‘Public acquittal from the charges’ preferred against him, the court found him guilty of part of these charges, to wit, an attempt to commit crime & awarded as the punishment of his guilt, that he should be reprimanded by the Sect. of the Navy. The consummation of this offense, had it been known to the court, must have cashiered him, & as the facts stood in proof nothing but the detection prevented in accomplishment, now, at the casuists may perhaps discuss a diversity in this guilt, & laws make a difference in the punishment of the actual crime, & an attempt (so frustrated) to commit it, I can recognize no such distinction as applicable to a question of honor–But regarding

343. Bob Feller. Satin-finish 14

x 11 photo of the USS Alabama, signed in blue felt tip, “Bob Feller, ‘WWII USS Alabama.’” In fine condition, with a few light creases.

Accompanied by a photo of Feller as a young soldier, as well as a photo taken at the time of signing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

this sentence as fixing indelible disgrace upon Mr. Thorn, I cannot condescend to receive from him any application unbecoming our relative stations.” Reverse of second page bears an address panel in Decatur’s hand, addressed to “Rot. T. Spence Esq., Captn in the Navy of the US. Baltimore.”

In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds, professional repair and restoration to several tears and separations, some over small portions of writing, and areas of paper loss, one repair affecting initials, scattered toning and wrinkling, chipping to edges, and two words missing from text at seal hole, but are present and stuck to the wax seal.

Herman Thorn (1783-1859) was a naval officer who served as purser about the sloop of war USS Peacock. Decatur brought a complaint against him in 1816 for bringing unauthorized merchandise on board to sell, and wrote about the case to Captain Robert T. Spence (17851826), who was also a hero of the Barbary War and was commanding naval forces at Baltimore at the time. Thorn left the Navy after his court martial and moved to New York City, where he married into wealth and became a well-known “habitué of Broadway.” Decatur was named to the Board of Navy Commissioners in Washington, D.C. also in 1816, which required him to serve on court martial boards and decide cases such as the one involving Thorn. Ironically, a court martial case would lead to his death in a duel with Commodore Jame Barron in 1820. A remarkable document written by the Conqueror of the Barbary Pirates.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

344. Flying Tigers. Five glossy

photos, four 6 x 4 and one 4 x 6, each featuring a Flying Tiger and each signed in ink by a pilot or Flying Tiger personnel. Signers are: Ken Jernstedt, Robert Layher, Emma Jane ‘Red’ Foster, Otto Daube, and Frank Losonsky, with most adding their rank or mission. In fine condition, with some light brushing to a few signatures and a bit of a grainy appearance to the images. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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345. Joe Forster. Original

acrylic painting by Ray Waddey, canvas stretched over a wooden frame, 24 x 18, depicting the Florida Cracker shooting down an enemy fighter, signed in black felt tip, “Ray Forster 475 F.G., ‘Satan’s Angels,’” and also signed by Waddey. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

346. Charles Louis Fouquet. French gen-

eral and statesman (1984–1761). LS in French, signed “Louis duc de Belleisle,” one page both sides, 8 x 11.5, May 24, 1760.

Letter reads, in part (translated): “In one of your letters you insist that Captains de Joinville and d’Allemand be dismissed from the Corps which you command because they encouraged a spirit on indiscipline and insubordination…

In your second letter you indicate that their apologies and the one month they spent in prison are enough punishment…a strong letter of condemnation has already been sent and should be effective for your purposes.” Intersecting folds, and some scattered light creases and foxing, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

347. George Gay. World War II

Navy pilot (1917–1994) who was the only survivor of his squadron’s air attack on the Japanese fleet at the Battle of Midway. Original acrylic painting by Ray Waddey, canvas stretched over a wooden frame, 24 x 20, depicting Gay flying in formation, signed in the lower portion in silver ink, “Geo. Gay,” and also signed by Waddey. In fine condition, with some light discoloration to vertical edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

349. Iwo Jima. Four glossy

photos, ranging in size from 6 x 4 to 5 x 7, each featuring a different captain or commander and each signed in felt tip. Signers are: Greeley Wells, Fred Haynes, Dave Severance, and Richard Rothwell, with most adding rank or mission. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of the Flag Raising.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

350. Iwo Jima. Satin-finish 10

x 8 photo of the flag raising on Iwo Jima, signed in blue felt tip

by Dave Severance, Ralph ‘Pee Wee’ Griffiths, John Scheperle, Edward Blankenberger, Marvin Burdine, Jesse Boatright, Robert Radebaugh, and Melvin Duncan.

In fine condition, with a trivial area of soiling above the flag. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

351. Iwo Jima: Charles Lindberg. Three items: satin-finish 8

x 10 photo of the flag raising at Iwo Jima, signed in black felt tip, “Charles W. Lindberg, 1st Flag Raiser, Iwo Jima, Feb. 13, 1945, 10:30 A. M.”; a miniature American flag, signed on the front in black felt tip; and Lindberg’s personal card, 2 x 3.5, signed vertically in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with mild bleeding to the signature on the flag from texture of the fabric.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

352. Iwo Jima: Charles Lindberg.

Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the first flagraising on Iwo Jima, signed in black felt tip, “Charles W. Lindberg, 1st Flag Raiser, Iwo Jima, Feb. 23, 1945, 10:30 A.M.” In fine condition, with small creases to corner tips. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

348. Silvestre S. Herrera. Hispanic Con-

gressional Medal of Honor recipient for his actions during WWII in Mertzwiller, France (1917–2007). He was honored for single-handedly capturing eight enemy soldiers as a result of his one-man charge on their stronghold. FDC with a cachet honoring Hispanic Veterans and the Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient, Silvestra S. Herrera, signed in black ballpoint. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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353. Thomas C. Kincaid. American admiral

(1888–1972) who commanded the Allied Naval Forces in the southwest Pacific, as well as the US Seventh Fleet, during World War II. Two ink signatures, “Thomas C. Kinkaid, Admiral, U.S. Navy,” on individual off-white cards. In fine condition, with a crease to lower right corner of one card. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Military

Shortly after the start of the French revolution, Lafayette appoints a member of the Paris National Guard 354. Marquis de Lafayette. Partly-printed DS, in French, signed “Lafayette,” one page, 12 x 9.5, August 7, 1790. An untranslated brevet appointment in the “De Volontaire de la Garde Nationale Parisienne,” issued to Simon Versigny, signed at the top by Lafayette.

Matted and framed to an overall size of 17.25 x 15. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning and soiling, light rippling, and handwritten portions a shade or two light, but still legible.

A year earlier, Lafayette was acclaimed commander-in-chief of the National Guard of France, an armed force established to maintain order under the control of the Assembly. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lafayette recommends a French soldier who fought in the American Revolution 355. Marquis de Lafayette. French

statesman and military officer (1757–1834) who became an intimate associate of George Washington, and who advanced the American cause on both sides of the Atlantic. Though he espoused many of the principles behind the French Revolution while advocating a limited monarchy, extremist elements in the French Assembly declared him a traitor, whereupon he was jailed for five years. In 1824–1825 he revisited America, where he was hailed as a hero and granted a generous stipend and parcel of land. Handwritten endorsement, in French, signed “Lafayette,” at the conclusion of a manuscript document, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 12.25, dated July 1, 1790. Document summarizes the military career of Caron de Raumont and solicits a post for him in the Quartermaster Department. Document reads, in part (translated): “Caron, formerly secretary to Minister Chastellux went to New England with that General Officer in 1780. He participated in the first two campaigns of the American War. Chastellux obtained for him a commission in the Supply Corps…he served with the Infantry in the Army of the Count de Rochambeau.”

On the last page, Lafayette writes: “I recommend with the greatest intensity this petition to the Administrators; I know of Mr. Caron’s merits and the high regard my intimate friend M. de Chastellux had for him.” Document also bears five other endorsements, including one written and signed by Lafayette’s wife, signed “Noailles Lafayette,” as well as endorsements by Count D’Aure, who writes, in part: “I the undersigned, former Director General of the Quartermaster Corps of the French Army commanded by ther Count de Rochambeau in North America, certify that Mr. Caron was employed in that Army.” The other endorsements are by Chastellux’s widow, the Sieur de Villemaury, Commissioner of War, commended by Rochambeau in his report from Yorktown, and an additional unidentified veteran of the American Revolution. Central horizontal and vertical fold, and some light creasing and toning, otherwise fine condition.

At the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, numerous Frenchmen volunteered for the American cause, including Lafayette. Upon returning to France in 1779, he used his position to lobby for military aid and helped secure 6,000 troops under General Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau. In the letter, Lafayette attests that Raumont was among these expeditionary forces; he also mentions Major General François-Jean de Chatellux, one of his most outspoken admirers, who was also with Rochambeau’s army. The French troops landed at Newport in 1780, where they remained until Rochambeau and Washington combined forces in 1781, fighting in the Siege of Yorktown and the Battle of the Chesapeake.

After uniting with Lafayette’s men, the combined armies forced Lord Cornwallis to surrender at Yorktown in October. A fine document with outstanding Revolutionary War connections.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Napoleon’s brother-in-law approves of a veteran’s appointment 357. Charles Victor Leclerc.

French Army general (1772–1802) and husband to Pauline Bonaparte, sister to Napoleon Bonaparte. Endorsement signed “Leclerc,” at the bottom of a one-page manuscript document, in French, 10 x 14.5, dated December 25, 1798. Untranslated document reviews the military career of Captain Jean-Claude Desmarais, and asks that he be placed in a company of veterans. Endorsed at the bottom in an unknown hand (translated): “Seen by me, War Commissioner,” and signed “Leclerc.”

Document is also endorsed by Marshal Jean Serurier, one of Napoleon’s marshals, and countersigned by four other officers. Central horizontal and vertical fold, scattered toning, creasing, chips, and wrinkling to edges, and pencil notations to top, otherwise very good condition.

The document’s red wax General de Division seal is mostly intact.

Leclerc is rare in any form. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

“Another similarity is that the United Nations is as ineffective today in dealing with the world problems it was designed to solve as was the League of Nations during the period between World War I and World War II” 358. Lyman L. Lemnitzer. Army General

(1899–1988). Lemnitzer played an integral role in negotiating the Italian fascist surrender during the secret Operation Sunrise and the German surrender in 1945. Two TLSs signed “L. L. Lemnitzer,” one page each, 7 x 8.5, personal letterhead. In the letter dated August 28, 1976, the general writes to Major Charles Piver, in part: “I thoroughly anjoyed [sic] my visit to The Air University and lecturing to your Class of 1976 at The Command and Staff College and at The Air War College”; and in the letter dated May 25, 1978, Lemnitzer writes, in part: “I can see considerably similarity between world tensions now and those prior to World War II. The most striking similarity is that one of the world powers (USSR) today is implementing an aggressive expansionist policy and, at the same time, is rapidly building up its military strength far beyond the requirements solely for defense. Another similarity is that the United Nations is as ineffective today in dealing with the world problems it was designed to solve as was the League of Nations during the period between World War I and World War II.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds to the second letter, passing through a single letter of the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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MacArthur approves a soldier’s entry into the elite unit: “His membership in the Honor Guard for the period set forth above attest his high qualities and unblemished record as a soldier” 359. Douglas MacArthur.

DS, one page, 11.5 x 16.75, no date. Honor Guard Certificate for Pfc. John E. Steece, certifying that he “was a member of the Honor Guard to Douglas MacArthur, General of the Army, during the period 23 June 1946 to 28 May 1947.

The General Order establishing the Honor Guard to the Commander in Chief stipulates that members of the Company must have outstanding physique, must be persons of high intelligence with exceptional moral standards and perfect service records. His membership in the Honor Guard for the period set forth above attest his high qualities and unblemished record as a soldier and as a member of the United States Army forces in the Occupation of Japan.” Light toning with a few heavier blocks, and light rippling and creasing, otherwise fine condition. Yellow seal is intact. The primary roles of the Honor Guard include providing funeral honors for fallen soldiers, guarding national monuments, and serving as “guardians of the colors” in state events.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

360. Douglas MacArthur.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Douglas MacArthur,” on an offwhite 4 x .25 card. In very good condition, with scattered toning, with a block of toning affecting the signature, ink notation in another hand above the signature, a few trivial surface spots, and mounting remnants on reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

361. Walker Mahurin. The first USAAF double ace in Europe and the first recipient of the Silver Star in the famous 56th Fighter Group. Original acrylic painting

by Ray Waddey, canvas stretched over a wooden frame, 24 x 18, depicting Mahurin banking away from a fighter he just shot down, signed in black felt tip, “Walker A. Mahurin,” and also signed by Waddey. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Military

362. Marines: Commandants Generals.

Two signatures, “Al Gray, Marine! 29th Commandant,” and “Semper Fidelis, C. C. Krulak, General, USMC, 31st CMC,” on individual white 5 x 3 cards. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of each marine. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I am told that Eisenhower has taken a personal interest in an identical case”— McAuliffe lends what support he can to a recently demoted World War II general 363. Anthony C. McAuliffe. ALS

signed “Tony,” one page both sides, 8 x 10.5, Joint Research and Development Board letterhead, May 27, [1947]. Letter to General Rex Chandler. In part: “When I got home last night, I found your letter. I did get busy as soon as I returned from San Antonio. All those to whom I talked gave me the same answer, that Sec. 7 of Pub. Law 101, to which you refer in your letter, prevents retirement in the higher grade if application is made later than six months after reduction. I discussed your case with a number of people; several of whom know you well and displayed a keen personal interest; namely, Cal Smith, the authority in Paul’s office on retirements & Jack Suman, authority in the same field for AGF. I am told that Eisenhower has taken a personal interest in an identical case, the Cg of local Gables Hospital; Beck, I believe. The Chief has been told that he cannot legally retire him as a B.G.” In fine condition, with light show-through from writing on opposing sides. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed by McAuliffe, and signed above the return address area, “McAuliffe.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I suspect there will be much hard fighting before it is over here.

We certainly have cause to be optimistic right now in view of the sensational progress of the Russians in the East and the steady progress of the Americans” 365. Anthony C. McAuliffe. War-dated

TLS signed “A. C. McAuliffe,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, 103rd Infantry Division letterhead, February 14, 1945. In a letter to J. F. Seiberling of Seiberling Rubber Company, McAuliffe writes, in full: “Your kind letter of January 2d reached me only yesterday. Thank you very much for your good wishes. I would like to offer you my congratulations on turning out a record number of truck tires during December. It is encouraging to us here to know that you back home appreciate how tough the Nazis are. I suspect there will be much hard fighting before it is over here. We certainly have cause to be optimistic right now in view of the sensational progress of the Russians in the East and the steady progress of the Americans and British in the West. We all hope and pray with you for a quick victory.” Light creasing and toning, and faint shadows at each corner from previous mounting, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

364. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Napole,” one page, 7.25 x 9, August 22, 1806. Napoleon

writes his minister of the interior, Count Antonio Aldini. In part (translated): “I want to know how things stand with a man named Pozz, who is said to have arrested Semonville and Maret…and a man named Gambarana who is supposed to have been the leader of the Uprising at Pavia.

How have they conducted themselves since then and what position are they in today.” Central intersecting horizontal and vertical folds affecting two strokes of his name, some scattered spots of soiling, and uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. The two men referenced here, Sémonville and Maret were kidnapped by the Austrians in 1793 and not released until December 1795 after Napoleon’s victories in Italy and in return for the liberation of Marie Thèrese, surviving daughter of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. Both Sémonville, Ambassador to Constantinople, and Maret, later Duke of Bassano and Minister of Foreign Affairs, were close friends and associates of Napoleon.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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With the French seizing ships supplying Britain, the French emperor is made aware of a worse fate for one: “The American brigantine, the Violet…was then seized by an Algerian pirate ship, taken to Algiers and detained for 53 days” 366. Napoleon. Bold ink endorsement, “Np,” in the upper left corner of the first page of a two page LS, written to him by his adopted son Eugene Napoleon, Viceroy of Italy. The letter, written in French, signed “Eugene Napoleon,” one page, both sides, 8 x 12, dated January 11, 1808. Letter reads, in part (translated): “I inform your Majesty that one Austrian and two American ships have just entered the harbor of Leghorn…they are affected by your Majesty’s decree of Dec. 17th last. General Miollis wants to know if the decree should be applied retroactively…while waiting for your Majesty’s decision, the ships will be kept in temporary sequestration. The American ship, the Jersey, left New York 100 days ago for Naples and stopped in Sicily to ascertain whether the port of Naples was blockaded. It had no communication whatsoever with enemy ships and did not load or unload cargo…The American brigantine, the Violet…was boarded three days after leaving the port of Oporto by an English warship that permitted it to continue its course; it was then seized by an Algerian pirate ship, taken to Algiers and detained for 53 days…I await the orders it will please Your Majesty to issue.” At the upper left of the first page is written, “The sequestration of these ships must continue. January 1808,” and signed underneath “Np.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal and vertical fold, and a bit of scattered light creasing and foxing.

The aforementioned “decree of Dec. 17th last” was Napoleon’s Milan Decree, which forbade trade with England or her colonies under penalty of confiscation. To that end, the French navy also was seizing American merchant ships—principal carriers of British goods to the continent— to disrupt Britain’s commerce. Napoleon theorized that the best…and perhaps only…way to defeat Great Britain was to cut off that market.

American merchant ships also became the main suppliers of food to British forces fighting Napoleon in Spain and Portugal—but also fell victim to Barbary pirate attacks. The pirates hoped that capturing vessels such as the brigantine the Violet, which was “seized by an Algerian pirate ship, taken to Algiers and detained for 53 days,” would enable them to extort ransom for the lives of captured sailors, and ultimately tribute from the United States. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Monetary provisions for stalled armies in Spain as the tides turn in the Napoleonic Wars 368. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” three pages on two ad-

joining sheets, 7.25 x 9, April 4, 1811. Letter reads, in part (translated): “Since money shipments to the Army of the Center are very difficult, I want the 500,000 francs intended for the Army of the Center by virtue of my order of March 29 to be sent to the Army of Portugal…A 5th convoy will leave from Bayonne April 15 and will be escorted to Vittoria by two Battalions on foot. This convoy will consist of 6 millions, three million in cash, three million in bank drafts. These six million are intended for: The Army of Portugal—cash 2 Mill. Drafts 1 Mill.

The Army of the South—cash 2 Mill. Drafts 1 Mill.

The Army of the Center—cash 1 Mill. Drafts 1 Mill.

You will make known to the King of Spain that I have authorized the Treasury to send him 500,000 francs monthly starting with April 1… the loan will be continued for the entire year 1811.”

In very good to fine condition, with light overall toning, a bit heavier along top edge, paper loss to top left corner of both pages, some stray ink marks to lower blank portion of last page, and a diagonal crease to first page.

In April 1811, Napoleon’s empire was beginning showing signs of

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decline. His armies in Spain were embroiled in the Peninsular War, pitting France against the allied powers of Spain, the United Kingdom and Portugal. In early 1811, British reinforcements forced Marshall Masséna to retreat from Portugal. Following the route, Masséna’s Army of Portugal once numbering 70,000 was reduced to less than 50,000. Meanwhile, Napoleon’s forces in Spain—King Joseph’s Army of the Center and Marshall Soult’s Army of the South—were plagued

by Spanish Guerrilla fighting. Numerically superior, the French had more than 350,000 troops, but 200,000 of these were deployed to protect supply lines, such as the one specified in this letter. The “King of Spain” was Napoleon’s brother, Joseph Bonaparte, to whom he gave the throne after he forced the Spanish royals to abdicate. A letter written at a crucial point in the Napoleonic Wars, when the Emperor was feeling the first sting of failure in Iberia. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Military

373. Hiroo Onoda. WWII Imperial Japa-

Napoleon’s signature, penned on the day he left Moscow

369. Napoleon. Bold endorsement signature, “Napol,” alongside

the signature of his War Minister the Duke of Feltre, on an off-white 7.5 x 2.5 slip clipped from a larger document, dated October 19, 1812.

Scattered light toning from mounting remnants on reverse and three central vertical folds, otherwise fine condition. This was signed one month after the fire of Moscow, and removed from one of the last documents Napoleon signed there. The handwritten mention of Paris before the date is most likely due to a bureaucratic decision effective in France, while the plans of immediate departure from Russia had already been made. On that very day he finally decided to leave the Russian capital, ending a disastrous campaign that claimed close to half a million French lives. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

nese Army intelligence officer who, under the specific orders to never surrender, spent a staggering thirty years holding out in the Philippines until receiving definitive word that the war was over. Satin-finish 5 x 7 photo of Onoda standing before a fountain, signed in Japanese lettering in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy quality.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

374. Operation Desert Storm: Dunwoody and Ufimtsev.

Ufimtsev is famous for being the key designer of the Stealth Bomber and Dunwoody as being the first and only female Four-Star General.

Two items: Desert Storm Pro-Set trading card, 2.5 x 3.5, featuring an image of the F-117A Stealth Fighter, signed in black felt tip by designer Pyotr Ufimtsev; and an ink signature, “A. E. Dunwoody, Gen, USA” on a white 5 x 3 card featuring a color print of a Legion of Merit medal. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of each. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Last survivor of PT-109

371. Chester W. Nimitz. Vintage

matte-finish 6.25 x 6 photo of Nimitz signing the Japanese surrender aboard the USS Missouri, signed and inscribed in the bottom border in fountain pen, “To George Goddard—Best wishes—C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral, WTA.” Some mild to moderate brushing to the signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

372. Nuremberg Trials. Five glossy photos,

6 x 4 and 4 x 6, each featuring a key figure in the Nuremberg Trials, and each signed in felt tip. Signers are: prosecutor Whitney Harris, prosescutor William Miller, interrogator John Dolibois, photographer Raymond D’Addario, and guard Michael Prestianni. In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance to a few of the images. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

375. PT-109: Gerald E. Zinser.

Survivor of the crew of the PT-109, who were rescued when John F. Kennedy carved a message on a coconut shell and friendly natives delivered it to the US Forces. Ten consecutively numbered limited edition souvenir typescripts, all one page, 8.5 x 11, each signed in blue ballpoint by Zinser. Zinser reflects upon his experience with John F. Kennedy. In part, “Lt. John F. Kennedy, saving a sailor by gripping the mans life jacket laces in his teeth…Kennedy towed…McMahon about one hour getting him back to the part of the boat that was still floating…In all my 20 years of Naval service I met many good officers, but none could equal John F. Kennedy.” Signed at the bottom in blue ballpoint by Zinser. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

376. Eddie Rickenbacker. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 18, 1971. Letter to an admirer.

In part: “With reference to your inquiry about the most exciting moment in my aviation career; frankly, it would be difficult to choose any one particular event as each one was the most exciting in its special way.” In fine condition, with a horizontal fold through bottom of signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“The trials of the ANDREW JACKSON are the first since the sad loss of the THRESHER. There went down with her many fine young men” 377. Hyman Rickover. TLS signed “H. G. Rickover,” one page, 8 x 10.5, U.S.S. Andrew Jackson letterhead, May 6, 1963. Letter to Lawrence Spivak of Meet the Press. In part: “We have just completed the first sea trials of the USS ANDREW JACKSON…The trials of the ANDREW JACKSON are the first since the sad loss of the THRESHER. There went down with her many fine young men; fine husbands, fathers, sons—a cross section of the flower of American youth…As a reminder of man’s dependence on God I present to each submarine Captain as he completes his training in nuclear power a bronze plaque. On it is inscribed the prayer which has been used by Breton fishermen for hundreds of years: Oh God, Thy Sea Is So Great and My Boat Is So Small.”

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Admiral Rickover writes from the USS Will Rogers, telling the honorable story of the submarines’ namesake: “He traveled the length and breadth of this country, taking its pulse, watching its foibles and follies, joshing it gently, and sometimes telling it disagreeable homely truths” 378. Hyman Rickover. Admiral (1900–1986) who oversaw the

creation of America’s fleet of nuclear-powered naval vessels. Wardated TLS signed “H. G. Rickover,” three pages, 8 x 10.5, USS Will Rogers (SSBN 69) letterhead, At Sea, North Atlantic, February 13, 1967. Rickover writes a lengthy letter concerning nuclear submarine, The Will Rogers, and a detailed history of the American icon, to House of Representatives Democrat, Thomas E. Morgan, in part: “We have just successfully completed the first sea trials of our 41st Polaris nuclear submarine, the last of this type currently authorized

by Congress. The Will Rogers was built by the Electric Boat Division of the General Dynamics Corporation, Groton, Connecticut. We also have in operation 27 attack-type nuclear submarines, making a total of 68. This ship is named for Will Rogers, (1879–1935), the Oklahoma cowboy who became one of American’s most popular folk humorists…

The only son of a well-to-do family, he was offered every educational advantage but never got beyond the fourth grade…Though he joked about the tricks he used to avoid schooling, Will did not recommend them to others. ‘I have regretted all my life,’ he would say, ‘that I did not at least take a chance on the fifth grade’…He began modestly enough as a cowhand on ranches in Texas and Oklahoma. Wanting to see the world, he worked his way on cattle boats, roped mules in Argentina, and broke horses for the British army in South Africa…He joined Texas Jack’s Wild West Show as a rope artist and trick rider. Calling himself ‘The Cherokee Kid,’ he toured South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand for three years…When he joined the Ziegfeld Follies in 1915, he was an instantaneous success though, to hear him tell it, he ‘was the least known member of the entire aggregation,’ doing his ‘little specialty with a rope and telling jokes on national affairs’…He was a humorist, not merely a comedian…This is why he could progress from showmanship to authorship…He wrote for what he called ‘the big Honest Majority’ and felt himself a part of this majority—the people who believed in doing right, in tending to their business, and in letting their fellows alone…

He traveled the length and breadth of this country, taking its pulse, watching its foibles and follies, joshing it gently, and sometimes telling it disagreeable homely truths…Charles Collins said of Will Rogers that he was ‘the average American, as that theoretical figure likes to imagine himself.’ His humor was in the tradition of Mark Twain, Artemus Ward, and Finley Peter Dunne’s ‘Mr. Dooley’…In his homely way Will made sense out of life as it is lived by ordinary men and women. And he made them laugh…The sense of loss so widely felt at his untimely death in an airplane accident showed that Will Rogers had done far more than entertain his public; he had touched their hearts.” In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip impression to the top left corner of the first page, and faint impressions to the two subsequent pages. A fine and unusual offering from the admiral, painting a beautiful picture of a true American, in every sense, from the depths of the Atlantic. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Military

379. Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau. French military

383. Jonathan M. Wainwright.

officer (1725–1807) who made a substantial contribution to the American Revolution, including a leading role in the defeat of Lord Cornwallis at the Battle of Yorktown in 1781. Manuscript DS, signed “de Rochambeau,” one page, 7.75 x 7, March 17, 1760. Document reviewing the military career of Philippe Joseph de Beau and attesting that he has always been an admirable soldier but has been discharged due to his age and wounds. Signed at the conclusion by Rochambeau as Colonel of the Auvergne infantry regiment, and countersigned by three other officers. Several vertical folds, a couple passing through letters of signature, and some scattered light toning and creasing, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

380. V-J Day Kiss. Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the famed V–J Day Times Square kiss, signed in black felt, “Times Square, V. J. Day 8/14/45, George Mendonsa, 1942–1945, QM 1/C,” and “Greta Friedman, V. J. Day 8–14–45.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

381. Vietnam Sniper and Ace Pilot. Two

items: Signature Series Limited Edition trading card, 2.5 x 3.5, #45/103, featuring Sergeant Chuck Mawhinney as a young soldier, signed in blue felt tip; and a felt tip signature, “Steven Ritchie,” on a blue 4.5 x 1 sheet. Signature is matted with a pristine image of Ritchie, to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of Mawhinney as a solider, and four photos of Mawhinney taken at the time of signing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Postal cover signed in fountain pen, “J. M. Wainwright, General USA.” The envelope is postmarked March 29, 1946, onboard the USS Bataan.

In fine condition, with uniform toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

384. William Westmoreland. Two items:

color glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Westmoreland in full dress uniform, signed in the bottom border in blue felt tip, “W. C. Westmoreland”; and a bluish-hued cardstock 7.5 x 10 image of Westmoreland in uniform, signed in blue felt tip, “W. C. Westmoreland.” In fine condition, with light edge creasing to the first image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

386. World War II. Color

11 x 17 poster of the classic Uncle Sam image with the message, ‘I Want You for U.S. Army, Nearest Recruiting Station,’ signed in blue felt tip by 28 WWII veterans.

Signers are: Murray Pulver, Ellis Reed, Kenneth Dalhberg, Charles Ryan, Olin Gray, Earl ‘One Lung’ McClung, Paul Rogers, Robert Radebaugh, Fred Miller, John Brooks, Roy Creek, Ray Merrell, Jesse Dunnagan, Gordon Batdorf, John Cipalla, Louis Napier, Vincent Muirhead, Richard Hewitt, Eugene Heiberger, Walter Campion, Kenneth Swedberg, Richard Thill, John Entenmann, Donald Peppin, Maurice Gatewood, Eugene Beason, Herbert Fickel, and Robert Harwell. In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

382. William Westmoreland. Two items: color glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Westmoreland in uniform, signed and inscribed in the bottom border in black felt tip, “To: Harry Zinn, Jr., With best wishes, W. C. Westmoreland, May 1977”; and a brief TLS signed “W. C. Westmoreland,” on a white 7.25 x 10.5 sheet of personal letterhead, May 8, 1977. In full: “Thank you for the invitation to attend your graduation exercise. Although I can not be present, I congratulate you. Enclosed is the picture you requested.” In fine condition, with scattered light surface marks and two light dings to the left edge of the photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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387. World War II. Seven souvenir typescripts regarding WWII events, including D-Day, Battle of the Bulge, and The Bataan Death March, each signed in ink at the conclusion by the respective notable mentioned. Signers are: Col. Robert L. Scott, Gustave “Joe” Miltz, Sgt. Dick O’Brien, Thomas J. Hicks, William C. Roberts, Gary Bell, and Harley E. Eppler. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 388. World War II: Italian Aces. Five glossy

photos, 6 x 4 and 4 x 6, each featuring a different Italian Ace pilot and each signed in felt tip. Signers are: Luigi Gorrini, Giuseppe Biron, Attilio Sanson, Giuseppi Ruzzin, and Loris Baldi.

In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance to each image.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

389. World War II: J. Moffat. WWII RAF pilot who sunk

390. World War II: Navajo Code Talkers. Five glossy

photos, 6 x 4 and 4 x 6, two color, featuring the elite Navajo Code Talkers, each signed in ink by a respective soldier. Signers are: Roy Hawthorne, Samuel Sandoval, Alfred Newman, Samuel Holiday, and Wilfred Billey. In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance to a few of the images. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

a satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of five Ace, signed in blue felt tip by J. Ted Crosby and Charles ‘Billy’ Watts; and two ink signatures, “Cdr. Tom Harris, USNR” and “Jim Billo” on individual white 5 x 3 cards. These signatures belong to two of the pilots featured in the picture. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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painting by Ray Waddey, canvas stretched over a wooden frame, 24 x 20, depicting the Glamorous Glen II and the Old Crow flying in formation, signed in the lower portion in black felt tip by Bud Anderson and Chuck Yeager, and also signed by Waddey. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

393. Chuck Yeager. Felt tip signature, “Chuck Yeager,” on a painted 8.25 x 2 card. Card is affixed to an original Raymond Waddey acrylic painting of Yeager piloting his Glamorous Glen III away from a downed German fighter, canvas stretched over a wooden frame, 36 x 24, and signed in paint by Waddey. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

394. Zemke’s Wolfpack. Excellent Pilot’s

the legendary German battleship, Bismarck. Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the Fairey Swordfish Biplane, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip “For Garth,” signed “John Moffat.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

391. World War II: USS Bunker Hill Aces. Three items:

392. Chuck Yeager and Bud Anderson. Original acrylic

Manual for P-47 Thunderbolt, 50 pages, 8.5 x 11, signed in ink and ballpoint by five Aces of the 56th fighter group, Zemke’s Wolfpack.

Signers are: Gabby Gabreski (signed on the front cover and inside), Gerald W. Johnson, Walker M. Mahurin, Hub Zemke, and Fred J. Christensen, Jr. In fine condition, with some light fingerprint marks to the front cover, and a trivial impression from a signature on the interior cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

395. Georgy Zhukov. Manu-

script DS, in Russian, one page both sides, 8.25 x 11.25, December 6, 1947. Attestation of the Second-in-Command of the 188th Infantry Division Colonel Vasyli Elyzarovich Kasatkin. Signed on the reverse in purple ink by Zhukov as Head of the Odessa Military District, Marshal of the Soviet Union. In very good condition, with a vertical fold along the left edge with scattered staple marks, uniform toning, ink and pencil notations, multiple government stamps, and show-through from writing on the reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

Military

space & aviation

396. Buzz Aldrin. Stunning color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Aldrin on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

397. Buzz Aldrin. Signed book: Magnificent Desolation. First edition, first printing. NY: Harmony Books, 2009. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 326 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ink. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light wear to dustjacket. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 399. Buzz Aldrin. A flown piece of

the Columbia’s Command Module gold Kapton foil. Mounted to the 11 x 8.5 sheet telling the story of the flight and a complete description of the material’s role on the spacecraft, nicely signed in black ink by Aldrin. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

401. Apollo 9. Apollo 9 launch cover with a cachet honoring the launch of the Apollo 9 mission, signed on the front in ballpoint and ink

by Dave Scott, Rusty Schweickart, and James McDivitt. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

402. Apollo 9. Glossy

8 x 10 photo of the Apollo 9 crew walking a red carpet on the USS Guadalcanal after their splashdown, signed vertically in various color felt tip by James McDivitt, Dave Scott, and Rusty Schweickart. A press caption is taped to the reverse describing the photo. In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases and surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Apollo 9’s flown flag: “Next flight we are going to take you along” 403. Apollo 09 . Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4, flown aboard Apollo 9 during its ten-day low Earth orbit while testing systems for the upcoming lunar landing mission. Flag is affixed by its corners to a 10 x 12 certificate stating “This flag was carried in space during the flight of Apollo IX, March 3-13, 1969,” and signed in black felt tip by crew members James McDivitt, Dave Scott, and Rusty Schweickart. An inscription reads, “To John Holland—our good friend. Many thanks for all your help in the photo business. Next flight we are going to take you along—we need that expert help in flight.” Holland was in charge of NASA’s photographic laboratories. In fine condition, with a few edge chips and a block of light even toning covering most of the certificate and small squares of toning to each corner of flag from adhesive on reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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‘Red-numbered’ Apollo 11 crew photo from Walt Cunningham’s personal collection 404. Apollo 11. Fantastic color semi-glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the Apollo 11 crew posing in their white spacesuits before a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin. Photo is also signed on the reverse, “From my personal collection. Walt Cunningham, Apollo 7.” In very good condition, with scattered creasing and surface impressions, and a collector’s notation on the reverse. A fantastic example of the most historic and avidly collected Apollo mission, with great provenance. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

405. Apollo 12. Magnificent 10 x 8 NASA photo of the lunar surface, taken during the Apollo 12 mission, signed in black felt tip by Charles Conrad, Alan Bean, and Richard Gordon. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 406.

Apollo 14.

Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Alan Shepard shaking hands with Richard Nixon after being awarded the NASA Distinguished Service Medal, signed in black felt tip by Alan Shepard, Edgar Mitchell, and Stu Roosa. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

408. Apollo 15. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of astronaut James Irwin saluting the flag while on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip, “Jim Irwin,” beneath a pre-printed sentiment, “Dave Scott Apollo 15 CDR,” and “Al Worden, Apollo 15 CMP.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 409. Apollo 15. Commemorative cover with a cachet of the Apollo 15 insignia, and bearing a 1972 Zagreb, Yugoslavia cancellation, signed under the cachet in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Jim Irwin, and Al Worden. In fine condition, with a couple light corner creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

407. Apollo 15. Apollo

15 prime recovery cover with a cachet honoring the naval recovery of Apollo 15, signed on the front in black ink by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin, as well as by three recovery officials. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Apollo 16. Color glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the the crew in their space suits posing on a lunar landscape, signed in black felt tip by Ken Mattingly, John Young, and Charlie Duke. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

411. Apollo 16. Glossy

10 x 8 NASA photo of the lunar landscape taken during the Apollo 16 mission by Dave Scott, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Ken Mattingly, and Charlie Duke, who adds “Hey, Where is everybody?” In fine condition, with a few light surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

412. Apollo 17. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 17 crew posing with their lunar rover, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Jack, Gene Cernan,” and “Best wishes, Ron Evans 29 Jun 83,” and “Jack Schmitt.” In fine condition, with some light creasing to top left corner tip. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Apollo 17 flown “Smythii” lunar landmark map

413. Apollo 17: Gene Cernan. Flown

Apollo 17 ‘Lunar Landmark’ map, 10.5 x 8, used in lunar orbit during the Apollo 17 mission. Map shows a portion of the lunar surface, labeled at the top, “Smythii,” and shows a crystal-clear image of the region on the lunar surface. This map originates from the personal space collection of Gene Cernan, and bears his personal signed flight-certification label to the right border of the map. Map is removably presented on a 13 x 19 color display picturing Cernan holding the ‘Lunar Landmark Book’ which this map came from. In fine condition, with three punch holes to bottom edge of map. The Mare Smythii is named for the 19th century British astronomer William Henry Smyth. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

414. Apollo-Soyuz. Color satin-finish

8 x 10 photo of the liftoff of the Russian Apollo-Soyuz cosmonauts, signed in black felt tip by Alexei Leonov and Valeri Kubasov.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

415. Neil Armstrong. Color 8 x 10 NASA ‘alternative’ photo

of Armstrong in his white space suit posing against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip. In very good condition, with diagonal crease to lower right corner, Armstrong’s signature a couple of shades light, but still completely legible, and faint traces of a removed inscription. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

416. Neil Armstrong.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white spacesuit against a lunar background, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip “To Wayne Serkes, Best wishes, Neil Armstrong.” A couple corner tip creases and surface marks, as well as scattered light surface rubbing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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417. Neil Armstrong.

Felt tip signature and inscription, “To Kristian—Neil Armstrong,” on a white 5.5 x 3.5 card bearing a Yemen postage stamp honoring Armstrong and the moon landing. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Armstrong honors his Apollo predessesors

418. Neil Armstrong. FDC with a cachet honoring the Apollo 8 mission, signed in black felt tip by Armstrong, who signs on a line added by a collector. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

419. Neil Armstrong. Ballpoint

signature, “Neil Armstrong,” on an off-white 2.75 x 2 card. Card is affixed to a 6 x 4 card with a clipped photo of Armstrong and several stickers, and in turn quadruple mounted to an overall size of 9 x 7. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Armstrong signs a full sheet of ‘First Man on the Moon’ commemorative stamps

421. Neil Armstrong. A complete set of 32 ‘First Man

on the Moon’ ten-cent United States postage stamps, 9 x 10, signed across the stamps in red felt tip by Armstrong.

Light overall contrast to signature, and some mild toning to edges, otherwise fine condition. A scarce offering with superb association, as Armstrong has routinely refused to sign any philatelic material for years, coupled with an exceptionally large signature! Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The first man on the moon acknowledges “the Secret of the Wright Brothers”

420. Neil Armstrong. Signed book: Kill Devil Hill: Discovering

the Secret of the Wright Brothers. First edition, first printing. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1979. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 389 pages. Signed on the first free-end page in blue ballpoint by Armstrong, who wrote the foreword to the book. Also signed in blue ballpoint

by Janet Armstrong, and in black felt tip by author Harry Combs, and three others, two of whom are apparently Wright descendants.

Owner’s name tag affixed to front pastedown, a mild shade of toning to signed page, and wear and a few small edge tears to dustjacket, otherwise fine condition. Excellent association between two most important aviation events: the birth of flight and the landing on the moon. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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422. Astronauts. Color 5.75 x 4

postcard photo of a full sun image from EIT, signed in silver ink by nine Skylab and shuttle astronauts including Karol Bobko, Owen Garriott, Rick Hieb, Jake Garn, and Rick Hauck. In fine condition, with some light irregular adhesion to a couple of the signatures. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

425. Frank Borman.

Souvenir printing of Richard Nixon’s January 20, 1969, inaugural address, 17 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Borman.

Speech also bears an August 2, 1971, Kennedy Space Center postal cancellation, a First Day of Issue stamp, and three commemorative postage stamps. These scarce souvenirs were produced by longtime autograph dealer Sy Kessler to commemorate this event. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and some mild edge toning.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

426. Scott Carpenter. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Carpenter in a business suit next to the American flag, signed in black felt tip, “Scott Carpenter.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The First World Flight, signed by six of the first men to circumnavigate the globe in 1924 423. Aviation Pioneers. Signed book: The First World Flight.

Limited signed edition of 575 copies (this being no. 497). Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1925. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.75, 328 pages. Signed on the limitations page by all six Army lieutenants who made the historic flight that is the subject of the book: Lowell Smith, Erik Nelson, Leigh Wade, Leslie Arnold, Henry Ogden, and John Harding. Also signed by the author, Lowell Thomas. In very good condition, with some light wear to fore-edges, with a bit of edge loss to a few pages, a block of toning to front pastedown and first free-end page, small pencil notation to first free-end page, loose spine, light surface wear to label, and some light wear and rubbing to covers and spine. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

424. Alan Bean. Stellar color satinfinish 8 x 10 photo of Bean tweaking equipment on the lunar surface, signed in silver ink, “Alan Bean, Apollo XII.” In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to the bottom left corner.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

427. Scott Carpenter. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Carpenter in his spacesuit standing outside NASA’s Mercury Control Center, signed in black felt tip, “Scott Carpenter, Aurora 7.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

428. Scott Carpenter. Color satinfinish 8 x 10 photo of Carpenter in his silver spacesuit, signed in black ink, “Scott Carpenter, Aurora 7.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

429. Scott Carpenter. Color satinfinish 8 x 10 photo of Carpenter in his space suit standing outside NASA’s Mercury Control Center, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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430. Scott Carpenter. Signed book: For

434. Gene Cernan. Printed

Spacious Skies. First edition, first printing.

Orlando: Harcourt, Inc., 2002. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.25, 370 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Scott Carpenter, Aurora 7.” In fine condition, with some light bleed through of signature to following page, and some light dings and creases to dustjacket.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

431. Scott Carpenter. Two

items: color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Carpenter in a jacket and tie, a Mercury pin on his lapel, signed in black ink; and a Newsweek magazine from June 4, 1962, signed on the front cover in black ink. In very good condition, with scattered creases and wrinkles to photo, and light handling wear and a mailing label to magazine. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

432. Gene Cernan.

Printed Apollo 17 ‘APS Malfunctions Index,’ 8 x 10.5, numbered page 6-2. The page, flown to the lunar surface, is a flow chart instructing the crew of the procedure they should follow if the ascent engine in the lunar module failed to start when the time came to leave the moon.

Signed at the bottom in black felt tip “Carried to the surface of the Moon on board lunar module ‘Challenger.’ Gene Cernan Apollo XVII.” In fine condition with three punch holes to the right side. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

433. Gene Cernan. Excellent color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Cernan holding the flag on the lunar surface with the earth high in the sky, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to the bottom left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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souvenir treaty entitled “Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and the Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and other Celestial Bodies,” 17 x 10.5. This 17-article treaty was opened for signature in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union (the three depository governments) on January 27, 1967, and the Treaty entered into force on October 10, 1967. Signed and inscribed at the top in blue ballpoint, “My best to Mr. Seymour Kessler, Gene Cernan 6 July ‘68.” Treaty also bears a Kennedy Space Center September 29, 1967, cancellation, a First Day of Issue stamp and a five-cent commemorative postage stamp.

These scarce souvenirs were produced by longtime autograph dealer Sy Kessler to commemorate this event. In fine condition, with a small punch hole along central vertical fold and a small pencil notation to bottom. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

435. Gene Cernan.

Signed book: The Last Man on the Moon. First edition, first printing.

NY: St. Martin’s Griffin, 1999. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 356 pages. Signed on the title page, “Gene Cernan, Apollo XVII 11/09.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

436. Michael Collins and John Young. Color 13.75 x 11 photo of

the Earth taken from orbit during the Gemini X mission, and affixed to a 20 x 16 mount, signed on the photo in gold ink, “John Young, Gemini X,” and “Michael Collins, Gemini X.” In fine condition. These oversized images were not widely distributed and are very desirable.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace as part of the Michael Collins Garage Sale. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

437. Michael Collins. Color satin-finish

8 x 10 photo of Collins posing in his flight suit against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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438. Michael Collins. Color 8 x 10

442. Gordon Cooper. Color 5.75 x

original NASA photo of Collins posing in his flight suit against a lunar background, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Accompanied by an unsigned program from the Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony in honor of Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin on November 16, 2011. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

7 book photo of Cooper in his Gemini capsule, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with some light contrast to signature and a few minor creases and wrinkles. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

439. Michael Collins. Signed book:

Carrying the Fire. 40th Anniversary edition.

NY: Farrar, Straus, and Giroux, 2009. Paperback, 5.5 x 8.25, 478 pages. Signed on the title page in black ink. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

440. Charles Conrad and Dick Gordon. Printed souvenir

treaty entitled “Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and the Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and other Celestial Bodies,” 17 x 10.5. This 17-article treaty was opened for signature in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union (the three depository governments) on January 27, 1967, and the Treaty entered into force on October 10, 1967. Signed in black felt tip, “Charles Conrad Apollo XII,” and in green felt tip, “Dick Gordon.” Treaty also bears two 1969 postal cancellations, a First Day of Issue stamp and a tencent commemorative First Man on the Moon postage stamp. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

441. Gordon Cooper. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of an embroidered ‘Gemini 5, 8 Days or Bust’ patch, signed in black felt tip in the bottom border, “The original GT5 Patch, Gordon Cooper, Commander.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

443. Douglas ‘Wrong Way’ Corrigan. American pilot (1907–

1995) best remembered for a 1938 navigational “error” (now widely believed to have been a purposeful protest against government red tape) that landed him in Dublin instead of his stated destination of California. Vintage glossy 4 x 3.25 photo of Corrigan waving from the cockpit of his plane, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Charles Savoy, ‘Wrong Way’ Douglas Corrigan.” Reverse bears a brief initialed ALS on the back: “Hi Charles, This photo was taken at Lindbergh field in Sept. 1938 while on a tour of US cities in my Robin NX 9243, D. C.” In fine condition, with light surface impressions from writing on reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

444. Cosmonauts.

Five items: ink and felt tip signatures of Gherman Titov, Andriyan Nikolayev, and Vladimir Titov on individual offwhite cards; a 4 x 5.75 postcard photo of Andriyan Nikolayev, signed in blue ink; and an 8 x 10 cardstock photo of Valery Bykovsky in his spacesuit and helmet, signed in black ballpoint. In fine overall condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

445. Cosmonauts.

Four Space Treaties, ranging in size from 8.5 x 10.5 to 8.5 x 11, each bearing a First Day of Issue stamp, produced by longtime autograph dealer Sy Kessler to commemorate the event, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by a noted cosmonaut. Signers are: Vladimir Dzhanibekov, Nikolai Rukavishnikov, Yuri Romanenko, and Boris Andreyev. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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446. Bob Crippen. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Crippen and John Young during training on the Columbia flight deck, signed in blue felt tip, “Bob Crippen STS 1 PLT.” In fine condition, with a few trivial edge dings. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

447. Walt Cunningham. Philatelic souvenir,

451. Charlie Duke.

Signed book: Moonwalker. First edition.

Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 1990. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 284 pages. Signed on the title page, “Charlie Duke, Apollo 16 LMP.” In fine condition, with some scattered light wear to dustjacket. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

on a 7 x 11 parchment-type sheet, bearing a reproduction of the front page of the July 31, 1971, New York Times, as well as an August 2, 1971, Kennedy Space Center cancellation and a First Day of Issue eight-cent postage stamp, signed in blue felt tip, “Walt Cunningham A7.”

In fine condition, with some mild toning and pencil notation to bottom. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

448. Walt Cunningham. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Cunningham posing next to a model of the Saturn V, signed in black felt tip, “Walt Cunningham, Apollo 7.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

449. Charlie Duke and Jim Irwin.

Program page from A Journey to the Moon, 5 x 7.5, held at the Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut, signed at the bottom in black felt tip, “Jim Irwin, Apollo 15,” adding a small moon sketch, and in blue felt tip “Charlie Duke, Apollo 16.” In fine condition, with a bit of light haloing to Irwin’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

450. Charlie Duke. Color

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Duke saluting on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to the bottom left corner and light contrast to the signature against the background.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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The first woman to solo across the Atlantic signs The Fun of It, complete with rare mini-record 452. Amelia Earhart. Signed book: The Fun of It. First edition, first printing. NY: Brewer, Warren & Putnam, 1932. The book’s dustjacket is not present, but it retains its original mini-record of Earhart’s international broadcast in a sleeve affixed to the inside of the back cover, 5.5 x 8.25, 218 pages. Signed on the half-title page in fountain pen

by Earhart. In very good condition, with toning and label remnant to last free end page and back pastedown, front hinge a bit loose, but attached, with just a thin line of separation, a mild shade of toning to inside pages, and some light wear to covers and spine, with slight separations along joints. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 453. Donn Eisele and Walt Cunningham. Signed Apollo

7 recovery cover with a cachet honoring the recovery of Apollo 7 by the USS Essex in blue felt tip by Walt Cunningham and in ballpoint by Donn Eisele. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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454. Ron Evans. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Evans posing in his space suit with a globe of the moon, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Billy, Best of luck, Ron Evans Apollo 17, Oct 79.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

455. M. A. Faget. Designer of the Mercury capsule (1921–2004) who also contributed to the later Gemini and Apollo spacecraft. Color 5 x 3.5 satin-finish photo of Faget, signed in black felt tip; four commemorative covers (one an FDC), three 6.5 x 3.75, one 8.25 x 4.5, each signed in black ink; and a notated paragraph, clipped from a letter to Faget, with Faget answering “No,” to three questions in the paragraph. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

457. Gemini 5: Cooper and Conrad. Gemini 5 prime recovery

cover with a cachet honoring the naval recovery force of Gemini 5, signed in blue ink by Gordon Cooper and in black ink by Charles Conrad. In fine condition, with light remnants of an erased address.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

458. Gemini 7: Lovell and Borman. Gemini 7 launch date

cover with a cachet honoring the Gemini 7 launch, signed in black ink by James Lovell and Frank Borman, as well as by two recovery officials from the USS Wasp. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

459. Gemini 7: Lovell and Borman. Color glossy 10 x 8

photo of crew members Jim Lovell and Frank Borman preparing to board their rocket, signed in black felt tip by both Borman and Lovell, who adds the mission under his signature. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

460. Gemini 7: Lovell and Borman. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the

liftoff of Gemini 7, signed in black felt tip, “The clock has started, Gemini 7, Dec. 4, 1965, James Lovell,” and “Frank Borman, Gemini 7, CDR.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

456. Gathering of Eagles 1992. Limited edition set of three litho-

graphs, #502/1000, one 17 x 23.5 and two 6.5 x 23.5 from the 1992 Gathering of Eagles. The two smaller prints are signed in pencil by the following aviators, each signing by his image. Signers are: David Lee ‘Tex’ Hill, Marion E. Carl, Dietrich Peltz, Clarence E. ‘Bud’ Anderson, Benjamin O. Davis, Jr, Chuck Yeager, Alexander P. Silantiev, Charles G. ‘Chick’ Cleveland, David M. Jones, Jacqueline Auriol, Richard H. Best, George E. ‘Bud’ Day, William ‘Bill’ Reid, V.C., Cecil W. Powell, Thomas L. ‘Tommy’ Hayes, Charles M. Duke, Jr., Randy Cunningham, Fred J. Ascani, Richard A. Cody, and George H. W. Bush. Also signed in pencil by the artist, Jay Ashurst. All three are matted and framed together (without glass), to an overall size of 36 x 27. In fine condition, with some scattered ink spotting to bottom of one of the smaller prints and mat. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

461.

Gemini 10.

Color 13.75 x 10.75 photo of the Earth taken during the Gemini 10 mission, signed in silver ink, “John Young, July 18, 1966,” and in gold ink, “Michael Collins, Gemini X.” Matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition. A scarce opportunity to obtain a full crew photo.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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465. John Glenn. Vintage ink signature, “J. H. Glenn, Jr.,” on an off-white 3 x 2.5 slip, with a typed sentiment above signature, and personal information typed below. Slip is affixed to a color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Glenn in a suit and bow tie. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

466. John Glenn. Satin-finish 8 x 10

462. Gemini 8: Armstrong and Scott. Scarce and desirable color 10 x 8 NASA composite photo of the liftoff of the Atlas/Agena and the Gemini 8 rockets, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong and Dave Scott. In very fine condition. A seldom-seen combination of two tough signers! Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

463. Robert Gilliland. Test pilot who has logged more experimental supersonic flight test time above Mach 2 and Mach 3 than any other pilot. Scale model of the F-104 Starfighter signed in black felt tip on the right side “Robert J. Gilliland, Lockheed Test Pilot, 10-29-03.”

Accompanied by its display stand, missing the plaque. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 464. John Glenn. Commemora-

tive printed lunar prayer, entitled “A Christmas Eve Prayer from Lunar Orbit,” one 11 x 7.75 parchmenttype page, issued in conjunction with the Apollo 8 mission and bearing an Apollo 8 stamp with first-day cancellation, and reading, in part: “As Apollo 8 began its last lunar orbit, Colonel Borman said, ‘We are now approaching the lunar sunrise and for all people back on earth the crew of Apollo 8 has a message we would like to send to you.’ The television camera aboard the spacecraft panned the lunar surface as Borman and his fellow astronauts recited in a medley the first eight verses of Genesis.” Also printed on the sheet is Borman’s prayer, which begins, “Give us, o God, the vision which can see thy love in the world, in spite of human failure.” Signed and inscribed at the top in blue felt tip, “Best regards to Seymour—John Glenn.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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photo of Glenn in his Mercury space suit, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

467. Richard Gordon. Crisp color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Gordon posing in his white spacesuit, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to the bottom right corner and light contrast to the signature against the background. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 468. Gus Grissom.

Astronaut (1926–1967) who perished in a flash fire during a test of the Apollo 1 command module that also claimed the lives of Roger Chaffee and Ed White. FDC, 6.5 x 3.75, bearing a four cent Project Mercury postage stamp and a February 20, 1962, Cape Canaveral postmark, signed in the top left corner in red ballpoint, “Gus Grissom.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

469. Gus Grissom.

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Gus Grissom,” on an off-white 6 x 3.75 sheet. Central horizontal and vertical fold passing through portions of signature, a few small tears, areas of thin paper, and scattered toning and soiling, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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470. Leroy Grumman. Aeronautical

engineer (1895–1982) who founded Grumman Aircraft in 1929. Vintage pearlfinish 7.75 x 9.5 photo, signed in fountain pen, “L. R. Grumman.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

475. Fred Haise. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Haise in his spacesuit posing with a globe of the moon, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint “To Paul—Best wishes, Fred Haise, Apollo 13.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

476. Robert Herres. Glossy 8 x 10.5 photo of Herres in military garb, signed in silver ink, “Robert Herres, Gen. USAF (Ret).” In fine condition,with very light surface impressions near his collar. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

471. Fred Haise and Gordon Fullerton. Color 10 x 8 NASA pho-

to of the shuttle Enterprise touching down after the first ALT test, signed in black felt tip by Gordon Fullerton and Fred Haise. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

477. Jim Irwin. Uncommon lim-

472. Fred Haise and Joe Engle. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo

ited edition Italian NASA Apollo 15 postal cover, #150/600, honoring the 10th Anniversary of a Man in Space, postmarked 1971, featuring postmark stamps from various missions, signed in black felt tip, “Jim Irwin.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

of the two crews for the Space Shuttle Approach and Landing Tests, signed in black felt tip by Fred Haise and Joe Engle. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

478. Jim Irwin. Color 10 x 8

473. Fred Haise. Color 8 x 10

NASA photo of the Apollo 13 liftoff, signed in black ballpoint “Fred W. Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

474. Fred Haise. Color satin-finish 8

x 10 photo of Haise posing outdoors in his space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

NASA photo of Irwin saluting the flag on the lunar surface during the Apollo 15 mission, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Billy, Best wishes from the moon, Jim Irwin.” In fine condition. A much more uncommon, handwritten inscription example than the usual pre-printed “His Love from the Moon” photos. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

479. Jim Irwin. Color 10 x 8

NASA photo of Irwin saluting the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip beneath a pre-printed sentiment.

In fine condition, with a vertical crease to bottom portion of image.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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480. Jim Irwin. Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring Project Skylab and the second astronaut docking, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of trivial toning. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

481. Jim Irwin. Com-

memorative cover honoring the first astronaut launch to Skylab, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

482. Jim Irwin. Com-

memorative cover with a cachet honoring the launch of Apollo 15, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light haloing to signature.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

485. Chris Kraft. Three

items: commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the 5th anniversary of the selection of the Mercury astronauts, signed in black ink; color satin-finish 5 x 7 photo, signed in black felt tip; and a Time magazine cover from August 27, 1965, signed in black felt tip. In fine overall condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

486. Chris Kraft. Color glossy 8 x 10

doubleweight NASA photo of Kraft, signed in black felt tip, “Best regards, Chris Kraft.”

In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

487. Gene Kranz. Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Kranz at mission control, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition., with a few light edge creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

483. Jim Irwin. Crisp felt tip sig-

nature and inscription, “To Father David, My Very Best Wishes for Your Life in Him, Jim Irwin,” on an off-white 5 x 5.75 trimmed book page from, To Rule the Night. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

484. Chris Kraft. Color glossy 8 x

10 NASA photo of an Atlas rocket at lift-off, signed in black felt tip “Chris Kraft.” In very good condition, with small tear along the left and right borders, scattered creases and surface impressions, and spots of toning and staining at the upper left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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488. Valeri Kubasov. Satin-finish 8

x 10 photo of Kubasov in his space suit, signed in black felt tip in Cyrillic and again in English “/V. Kubasov/ ASTP SOYUZ 6, 36.” In fine condition with some soiling to the top right corner area. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

489. Valeri Kubasov. Mattefinish 10 x 8 photo of Kubasov meeting John F. Kennedy, signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint.

Bottom also bears two First Day of Issue postage stamps as well as a 1964 Boston postmark and a 1975 Kennedy Space Center postmark.

Some light discoloration to lower part of image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Lindbergh mentions his associate, Dr. Alexis Carrel: “Carrel was a hundred years ahead of his time”

490. Valeri Kubasov. Color vintage 4 x 6 Russian postcard photo, signed in the lower border in black ink. Photo also bears Moscow postal cancellation and a Soyuz 6 postage stamp. In fine condition, with scattered light soiling to lower border, and postal cancellation approaching beginning of signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 491. Valeri Kubasov.

Unique 11 x 8.5 commemorative sheet bearing an image of Armstrong, a color decal, and a first day of issue stamp and postmark, produced by longtime autograph dealer Sy Kessler to commemorate the Apollo 11 landing, signed in black felt tip by Valeri Kubasov. In fine condition, with a uniform strip of toning along the left edge, and a few trivial spots of soiling. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

492. Alexei Leonov. Souvenir print, 11 x 8.5, entitled “Man Walks on the Moon, July 20, 1969,” featuring quotes in raised gold print, bearing a First Day of Issue stamp, postmarked September 9, 1969 and July 20, 1969, and a space stamp, produced by longtime autograph dealer Sy Kessler to commemorate the Apollo 11 landing, signed in black felt tip, “Alexei Leonov.” Some light creasing and a trivial spot of foxing along the right edge, and some trivial corner bends, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

494. Charles Lindbergh. TLS signed “Charles A. Lindbergh,” one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, November 29, 1967. Lindbergh contacts Jesuit priest Edward B. Rooney about pro-Nazi scientist Alexis Carrel. In part: “I am very glad to have word about Mme. Carrel, even though it says, what I knew must be the case, that she is frail and showing her now great age. I have just finished a letter to her, telling of the introduction I have written…to Father Durkin’s latest book on Dr. Carrel…Earlier this year, in Hong Kong, I met a doctor from the United States who was actively engaged in basic medical research. Talk turned to Carrel.

The doctor said: ‘Carrel was a hundred years ahead of his time.’ (I wrote Mme. Carrel about this.) Father Durkin’s work on Carrel has, as you well know, been comprehensive and perceptive—extraordinarily well done. I think his publication will have highly constructive and far-reaching effect—mounting with the passage of time.” In fine condition, with bottom right corner crease, a central horizontal and vertical fold, and a staple hole at the upper left corner, none of which disrupt his bold signature. Carrel and Lindbergh co-authored a book and worked in the mid-1930s to create a pump that allowed living organs to exist outside of the body during surgery. The advance was a crucial step in the development of open-heart surgery and organ transplant. Carrel’s fascist and Nazi sympathies, as well as his antiSemitism, are believed to have had a great influence on Lindbergh.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

493. Alexei Leonov.

Retired Soviet/Russian cosmonaut and Air Force Major General who, in 1965, became the first human to conduct a space walk. Four items: two glossy photos, both approximately 4 x 6, one of Leonov in his space suit and one in formal military attire, each signed in black felt tip; a cover from Science and Mechanics magazine, 6.5 x 9.25, signed in black felt tip; and an FDC, 7.5 x 4.5, bearing a cachet honoring America’s space achievements, signed in black felt tip. Creasing and surface impressions to magazine cover, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

495. Charles Lindbergh. Vintage fountain pen signature, “C. A. Lindbergh, Feb. 28, 1928,” on an off-white 3 x 2 slip, affixed to an identical sized card. In very good condition, with several vertical creases, one passing though a single letter of signature, uniform toning, and some scattered creasing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Lindbergh selects a different mode of transporation during a relaxing weekend in Canada during his 1927 nationwide tour 496. Charles Lindbergh. Vintage oversized matte-finish 13.75

x 10.75 photo of Lindbergh and another man punting a boat along a marshy waterway, signed in fountain pen, “Charles A. Lindbergh.”

Some minor creases to three corners, a couple fingerprints, scattered silvering to darker areas of image, and a couple trivial surface marks, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a photocopy of a typed letter from Lindbergh written ten years later to Timothy Burns in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The photograph here offered is one of the photographs he signed and returned to Burns with the letter written from England on September 28, 1937. Lindbergh wrote, in full, “Thank you very much for sending the extra set of photographs for my wife. I am returning one set with this letter. The face of the man in the boat with Mrs. Burns is rather indistinct but I believe it is Kusterer who, as you may remember, went in advance of our tour to make the necessary arrangements in regard to landing, programme, etc. Kusterer is the man in the lower right hand corner of the other picture of the out-board motorboat.” Also included are reproductions of two of the photographs of Lindbergh which were returned by the aviator to Burns. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

497. James Lovell. Souvenir

printing of Richard Nixon’s January 20, 1969, inaugural address, 17 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Lovell.

Speech also bears a January 20, 1969, Washington, D.C. postal cancellation, an Inauguration Day stamp, and a six-cent commemorative postage stamp. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, small pencil notation to bottom, and some mild edge toning. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

498. James Lovell. Signed

book: Apollo 13. 30th Anniversary edition. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 2000. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25.

Signed on the title page in black ink. In fine condition, with a bit of light wear to dustjacket. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

499. James Lovell. Vibrant color 8 x 10

NASA photo of Lovell posing in his white spacesuit before a cosmic background, signed in black felt tip, “Reach for the Stars, James Lovell, Gemini 7, 12, Apollo 8, 13.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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500. James McDivitt. Color

10 x 8 lightweight NASA photo of the lunar module Spider being tested during the Apollo 9 mission, signed in blue ink, “James A. McDivitt Apollo 9.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

501. Mercury. Sigma 7 recovery

cover issued and cancelled to mark the flight of Wally Schirra, signed in blue or black ink by five members of the 6594th Recovery Control Group. In fine condition, with faint show-through of envelope adhesive on the reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

502. Mercury Astronauts. Color satin-

finish 8 x 10 photo of John Glenn in his Mercury space suit, signed in blue felt tip; a glossy 8 x 10 of Gordon Cooper posing in his Mercury suit with a model rocket, signed in blue felt tip; and a color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Deke Slayton in his Apollo space suit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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503. Mercury Astronauts. Five signed

photos: satin-finish photo of Gordon Cooper posing in his Mercury space suit, with NASA information printed on reverse, signed and inscribed in red felt tip; color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of John Glenn in his Mercury space suit, with NASA information printed on reverse, signed and inscribed in black felt tip; color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Scott Carpenter posing in a suit and tie, signed in black felt tip; color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Deke Slayton, signed in black ink; and a color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Wally Schirra posing in his space suit, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

504. Edgar Mitchell. Signed book:

The Way of the Explorer. Later printing.

Argentina: Richter Artes Graficas, 1996.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 240 pages. Signed on the title page, “Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

505. Edgar Mitchell. Fantastic

Collection of 11 moonwalkers 507. Moonwalkers. Collection of 11 color NASA photos, 8 x 10

and 10 x 8, each signed in ink or felt tip by the respective moonwalker pictured. Signers are: Buzz Aldrin (ins), Charles Conrad, Alan Bean (ins), Edgar Mitchell, Alan Shepard (ins), Dave Scott, Jim Irwin (ins), Charlie Duke, John Young (ins), Harrison Schmitt (ins), and Gene Cernan. In fine condition, with light haloing to Bean’s signature and inscription, and a few scattered creases.

Moonwalker collections are becoming more difficult to obtain.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

508. Auguste Piccard. Swiss physicist,

inventor and explorer (1884–1962). Eyecatching 4.25 x 5.75 color postcard photo of a man flying a bi-plane, signed on the reverse in black ink, “A. Piccard,” beneath a typed message in German (translated): “Flying is a patriotic duty!” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Mitchell on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to the bottom right corner.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

506. Edgar Mitchell.

Two signed photos: satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Mitchell walking on the moon, signed in blue felt tip; and a vintage glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 14 splashdown, signed in blue ballpoint

by Mitchell. Photo also bears a February 9, 1971, Cape Canaveral postal cancellation and a first man on the moon stamp. In very good condition, with scattered creases, surface impressions, and surface marks to second photo, as well as skipping to signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

509. Sally Ride. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Bob, Sally K. Ride.” Some light corner tip creases and edge dings, and a small area of surface loss to bottom border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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510. Charles E. Rosendahl. Vice Ad-

miral in the United States Navy, and father of the American dirigible. Rare flown commemorative cover with a cachet honoring USS Akron coast-to-coast trip carrying mail, signed along the bottom in ink, “C. E. Rosendahl.” Uniform light toning, a red arrow affixed next to signature, and a bit of light soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

513. Wally Schirra. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Schirra being loaded into his Sigma 7 capsule, signed in black felt tip, “Wally Schirra, 30 Oct. 62,” adding the Sigma 7 emblem. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 514. Wally Schirra. Color

glossy 10 x 8 laserprint photo of the Gemini 6 and 7 rendezvous, signed in black felt tip, “Wally Schirra GT–6.” A couple light edge dings and a slightly grainy appearance, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

511. Wally Schirra. Glossy 10

x 8 photo of the Mercury capsule being retrieved from the sea, signed in black felt tip, “Wally Schirra.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

515. Wally Schirra. Color satinfinish 10 x 8 photo of Schirra posing in his Mercury space suit with a model of his capsule, signed in blue felt tip with Schirra adding the Sigma 7 emblem underneath. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 516. Rusty Schw e i c k a r t . Tw o

“Dad loaned the plane to a friend of his one day, and the friend pranged the plane into the ground and broke it to pieces” 512. Wally Schirra. TQS, signed “W. M. Schirra,” one page, 8.5 x

11. An excerpt from We Seven, entitled “My Interest in Flying.” In part: “My interest in flying was apparently bred into me…My father did not push me into flying. But we were very close, and I had such complete respect for him that I wanted to be just like him…I was flying Dad’s plane by the time I was fifteen. I never got to solo in it, however. Dad loaned the plane to a friend of his one day, and the friend pranged the plane into the ground and broke it to pieces. I never got to solo, as a matter of fact, until I joined the navy and started flight training.”

Page also bears three commemorative postage stamps, a First Day of Issue stamp, and an August 2, 1971 Houston, Texas cancellation.

In fine condition, with a bit of mild toning and a small pencil notation to bottom. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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signed photos: color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Schweickart in a jacket and tie, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To David & Sue—Best wishes, Rusty Schweickart, 22 July 2000”; and a color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Schweickart performing a spacewalk, signed in silver ink, “Rusty Schweickart, Apollo 9.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

517. Rusty Schweickart. Ter-

rific color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schweickart floating in orbit, boldly signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to the bottom right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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518. Rusty Schweickart. Printed com-

memorative poem entitled ‘Brothers in the Eternal Cold’ by Archibald MacLeish, one page, 8 x 11. Poem written to commemorate man’s first trip to the moon concludes: “To see the earth as it truly is, small and blue and beautiful in that eternal silence where it floats, is to see ourselves as riders on the earth together, brothers on that bright loveliness in the eternal cold—brothers who know now they are truly brothers.” Signed in the bottom border in black ink, “Rusty Schweickart Apollo 9.” Page also bears a First Day Issue of an Apollo stamp, postmarked Kennedy Space Center, August 2, 1971. In fine condition, with some light edge toning and a small pencil notation to bottom edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

519. Dave Scott. Limited edition commemorative cover, 8 x 5.25, #150/600, with an affixed cachet honoring Projects Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo, and bearing a printed signature of Pope Paul VI, signed in black felt tip, “Dave Scott Apollo 15.” In fine condition, with small pencil notation to bottom. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 520. ShoemakerLevy. Discoverers of

Comet Shoemaker–Levy 9, a comet that broke apart and collided with Jupiter in July 1994. Ink signatures of Gene and Carolyn Shoemaker and David Levy on an off-white 5 x 3 card; a commemorative cover with a cachet honoring Surveyor 6, signed in blue ballpoint by Eugene Shoemaker; and an FDC with a cachet honoring the completion of the Palomar Observatory, signed in blue and black ballpoint by Gene and Carolyn Shoemaker and David Levy.

In fine condition, with pencil address to FDC. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

521. Igor Sikorsky. Cardstock

8 x 10 photo of Sikorsky, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “I. Sikorsky, Jan 13, 1972”; and a ballpoint signature, “I. Sikorsky, March 15, 1965,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In very good condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling to signature, and rippling and creasing to photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

522. Skylab 3. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the liftoff of the Skylab 3 crew, signed in black felt tip by Owen Garriott and Jack Lousma, and in blue felt tip by Alan Bean. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

523. Skylab 3. Printed commemorative poem entitled ‘Brothers in the Eternal Cold’ by Archibald MacLeish, one page, 8 x 11. Poem written to commemorate man’s first trip to the moon concludes: “To see the earth as it truly is, small and blue and beautiful in that eternal silence where it floats, is to see ourselves as riders on the earth together, brothers on that bright loveliness in the eternal cold—brothers who know now they are truly brothers.” Signed in the border in black felt tip by Alan Bean and in blue ballpoint by Owen Garriott. Page also bears a First Day Issue of the Apollo 8 stamp, postmarked Houston, Texas, May 5, 1969. In fine condition, with some light edge toning and a small pencil notation to bottom edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

524. Skylab 3. Color 10 x 8

NASA photo of the prime crew of the third Skylab mission, signed in black felt tip by Jerry Carr, Ed Gibson, and Bill Pogue. An inscription has been added in an unknown hand which reads, “To Bob Polk, Best wishes from the crew of Skylab III.” In fine condition, with a bit of light contrast to inscription. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

525. Skylab 4. Color 10 x

8 NASA photo of the launch of the third Skylab mission, signed in black felt tip and ink by crew members Ed Gibson, Jerry Carr, and Bill Pogue, each adding their mission under their signatures. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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526. Deke Slayton.

Printed souvenir treaty entitled “Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and the Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and other Celestial Bodies,” 17 x 10.5. This 17-article treaty was opened for signature in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union (the three depository governments) on January 27, 1967, and the Treaty entered into force on October 10, 1967. Signed in blue ballpoint by Slayton. Treaty also bears a Kennedy Space Center September 29, 1967, cancellation, a First Day of Issue stamp and two five-cent commemorative postage stamps. These scarce souvenirs were produced by longtime autograph dealer Sy Kessler to commemorate this event. In fine condition, with three vertical folds and a small pencil notation to bottom edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

527. Deke Slayton. Stately color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Slayton posing in his white spacesuit with a small model, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “Best wishes to Frank Scirocco, D. K. Slayton.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $150)

Space. Nine hardcover books: The Return, signed in a bookplate affixed to the first free end page in blue ink, “Buzz Aldrin”; Encounter with Tiber, signed on the title page in blue ink, “Buzz Aldrin”; Moon Shot, signed on a bookplate affixed to the half-title page in blue felt tip, “Alan Shepard”; John Glenn, a Memoir, signed on the half-title page in blue felt tip, “Best Wishes, John Glenn, 12–10–99”; Apollo, signed on the title page in blue felt tip by Alan Bean, Dick Gordon, and co-author, Andrew Chaikin; For Spacious Skies, signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Scott Carpenter”; The Last Man on the Moon, signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Gene Cernan”; Leap of Faith, signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Gordon Cooper”; and Moonwalker, signed on the first free end page in black felt tip by Charlie and Dotty Duke. In overall fine condition, with a loose, but intact hinge and a slight bend to the cover of the Apollo book, and light wear to the dustjackets. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

529. Tom Stafford and Wally Schirra. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the Gemini 6A crew being lifted into space, signed in black felt tip, “Wally Schirra” and “Tom Stafford.” In fine condition, with few bends. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

530. Tom Stafford. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Stafford in his spacesuit, his hands resting on his helmet, signed in black ballpoint, “Tom Stafford, Apollo X.” Photo also bears a First Day of Issue Apollo postage stamp and is postmarked August 2, 1971. In fine condition, with a few light bends and creases and a pencil notation to lower border.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

531. STS-3 . Commemora-

tive cover with a cachet honoring the rollout of the Space Shuttle Columbia, signed in black felt tip by Jack Lousma and Gordon Fullerton. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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532. STS-4 . Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the fourth flight of the Space Shuttle Columbia, postmarked June 27, 1982, at Kennedy Space Center and signed in black felt tip “Ken Mattingly” and “Hank Hartsfield.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) STS-5. Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring Utah’s space industries, signed in black ink “Joe Allen,” “Vance Brand,” “Bob Overmyer,” and “W. B. Lenoir.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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534. STS-3. Color NASA 8 x 10 photo

of the STS-3 launch, signed in black felt tip, “Jack Lousma, Cmdr. STS-3” and “Gordon Fullerton, PLT. STS-3.” In fine condition, with light surface marks. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

535. STS-4. Aerial 8 x 10 NASA photo of the STS-4 launch, signed in black felt tip, “Hank Hartsfield, PLT. STS-4,” and “Ken Mattingly.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

536. Jack Swigert.

NASA astronaut (1931– 1982) who, as a lastminute replacement for Ken Mattingly (who had been exposed to German measles) was one of three crew members on the near-disastrous Apollo 13 mission. After leaving NASA, he embarked on a political career, running unsuccessfully for a Senate seat in 1978. He finally won a seat in the House of Representatives in 1982 but died before taking the oath of office.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Swigert posing with a model of the lunar lander, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Jack Swigert, Apollo 13.”

In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, light surface rubbing, typed notation to top border, and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

537. Valentina Tereshkova.

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Tereshkova in her capsule, signed in signed in gold ink, adding “First woman in space,” and “Vostok-6.”

In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

538. Gherman Titov. Commemorative

cover with a cachet honoring the Russian space program, signed on the front in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning as well as a small pencil notation. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

539.

Thunderbirds. Four signed photos various finishes: a 10 x 8 photo of the pilots posing in front of one of their jets, signed in blue felt tip by all nine pilots Ralph, Chris, Stan, Jack, Bob, Tony, Neil, Earl, and Mike, all signing first names only, with one adding an inscription to the top; a 10 x 8 of Ralph Maglione seated in a cockpit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip; an 8 x 10 of the pilots posing with a jet, signed and inscribed by Major Neil Eddins; and a 7.75 x 9.5 photo of John Anderson, signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, creases, and tape remnants to Anderson’s photo, and scattered surface loss and tape remnants to Eddins’s photos. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 540. von Braun Team: German Rocket Scientists. Satin-finish

10 x 8 photo of the von Braun Team manning equipment during a launch, signed in black and blue felt tip by Dieter Grau, Walter Hausermann, Oscar Holderer, Hans Fichtner, and Georg von Teisenhausen. In fine condition, with some light creasing to the top left and bottom right corners. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

541. Wernher von Braun.

Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of John Glenn and President John F. Kennedy together with other NASA officials, with von Braun visible in the background, bearing a First Day of Issue stamp, a May 29, 1964, Boston, Massachusetts cancellation, and two postage stamps, signed below the stamps in black ink. Some mild toning and soiling to borders, and a bit of light toning along bottom edge of image, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

542. Guenter Wendt. Satin-finish 8

x 10 photo of Wendt shaking hands with Wally Schirra before his Gemini flight, signed in black felt tip, “Guenter F. Wendt, Padleader.” In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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547. Orville Wright. Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, payable to Receiver, Central Union Telephone Co. for $18.25, May 7, 1917. In fine condition, with vertical fold through a single letter of signature, cancellation holes to body, and staple holes to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

543. Frank Whittle. Inventor of

the jet engine (1907–1996). Signed book: Jet: The Story of a Pioneer.

Later printing. London: Pan Books Ltd., 1957. Paperback, 4.25 x 7, 314 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page, “To Ray, Dedication is a virtue which you have. Best of luck for the future. Frank Whittle.” In good condition, with almost completely detached front cover and half-title page, fragile spine and binding, uniform toning to all pages, scattered creasing, wear, and soiling to covers and spine, and light handling wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

544. Al Worden. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Worden posing in his spacesuit, signed in black ink, “Best wishes, Al Worden, Apollo 15.” In fine condition, with small pencil notation to bottom edge.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

545. Al Worden. Printed commemorative

poem entitled ‘Brothers in the Eternal Cold’ by Archibald MacLeish, one page, 8 x 11. Poem written to commemorate man’s first trip to the moon concludes: “To see the earth as it truly is, small and blue and beautiful in that eternal silence where it floats, is to see ourselves as riders on the earth together, brothers on that bright loveliness in the eternal cold—brothers who know now they are truly brothers.” Signed in the border in black felt tip, “Al Worden, Apollo 15.” Page also bears a First Day Issue of an Apollo stamp, postmarked Kennedy Space Center, August 2, 1971. In fine condition, with some slight edge toning and a small pencil notation to bottom edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

546. Al Worden. Distinguished color

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Worden posing in his white spacesuit with a globe of the moon, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered creasing and an authentication label affixed to the bottom right corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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548. X-1: ‘Slick’ Goodlin. Second test

pilot of the Bell X-1 supersonic rocket plane, and the first to operate the craft in powered flight. Well-done scale composite model of a Bell XS-1 jet, signed on the wing in black felt tip

by Goodlin, post-stroke. Model is accompanied by its display stand.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at time of signing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

549. Chuck Yeager.

Two items: TQS signed in ink, “Chuck Yeager,” bearing a photo of the Glamorous Glennis affixed to an 8.25 x 10.75 trimmed white sheet with the quote: “Hey Ridley, that Machmeter is acting screwy. It just went off the scale on me.” “Fluctuated off?” “Yeah, at point nine-six-five.” “Son, you is imagining things.” “Must be. I’m still wearing my ears and nothing else fell off, neither,” dated at the bottom, “Capt. Chuck Yeager/10:31 hours local/14 October 47/Muroc Air Base, California”; and a 4 x 7 clipped magazine photo of Yeager posing in front of the Tigershark, signed in blue ballpoint. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

550. Chuck Yeager.

Commemorative cover, 8.25 x 4.5, with a cachet honoring Yeager’s breaking of the sound barrier, signed in black ink by Yeager and also signed by the B-29 launch pilot; and a color glossy 6 x 5 photo of the Glamorous Glennis hanging in the Smithsonian, signed in black felt tip by Chuck and Glennis Yeager. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

551. Chuck Yeager. Color satin-finish

8 x 10 photo of Yeager standing in front of a Stealth fighter, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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552. American Playwrights. Three items:

art & literature

a hardcover copy of Camino Real, A New Directions Book, signed on the third free end page in black felt tip by Ron Liebman and Donald Madden, and signed in blue felt tip on the title page by Tennessee Williams, Al Pacino, and Jessica Tandy; a hardcover copy of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, signed on the title page in blue or black felt tip by Edward Albee, Sandy Dennis (signing on the reverse of the half-title page), Uta Hagen, Colleen Dewhurst, Constance Cummings, Ben Gazzara, George Grizzard, and three others; and a program for The Crucible, 30 pages, 8.25 x 11, signed on the front in blue ballpoint, “Arthur Miller.” In very good condition, with light toning and loose, but intact hinges, and light wear to the covers of both books, and scattered light creasing, toning, and rubbing to the program, along with a Repertory Theater of Lincoln Center stamp to the front cover, and an area of paper loss to the bottom left corner of the back cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

553. Isaac Asimov. Souvenir typescript of an excerpt from Asimov’s The Martian Way, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint. In part: “Their eyes met challengingly. Rioz had the rangy body, the gaunt, cheek-sunken face that was almost the hallmark of the Martian Scavenger, those Spacers who patiently haunted the space routes between Earth and Mars. Pale blue eyes were set keenly in the brown, lined face which, in turn, stood darkly out against the white syntho-fur that lined the up-turned collar of his leathtic space jacket.” In fine condition, with light creasing, and light rippling along the top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

554. Authors and Illustrators. Collection of

over 100 ink signatures, letters, playbills, covers, and a signed photo of acclaimed authors and illustrators.

Signers include Spike Lee, Al Hirschfeld, Fritz Kredel, Clive Barker, Will Eisner, Warren Buffet, Joan Fontaine, Myrna Loy, James Jones, W. Somerset Maugham, Nelson Rockefeller, Gene Tierney, Shelly Winters, Wilbur J. Cohen, Lou Groza, R. D. Eno, Katherine Fanning, Marc Muenich, Ardath Rodale, Lisa Scottoline, Jane D. Weinberger, Jennifer Weiner, Margaret Atwood, Jane Urquhart, John Bartle, Daniel Bell, Harry Blackstone, Curtis Bok, John Cheever, Lady Diana Cooper, Katherine Cornell, John O’Hara, and Laurence Olivier. A more comprehensive list is available for download at rrauction.com. In overall fine condition, with some light toning, spotting, and creasing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

555. Richard Avedon. Two postcards featuring photos of Marilyn Monroe and William Burroughs, each 4.25 x 6, and each signed vertically on the reverse in black felt tip, “Avedon.” RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

556. Vicki Baum.

Austrian-born Jewish writer (1888–1960) best known for her 1929 work, People at a Hotel, starring Greta Garbo, which was made into the Academy Awardwinning film Grand Hotel. Signed book: Grand Hotel. Later printing.

NY: Grosset and Dunlap, 1931. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.5 x 8.25, 309 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Albert Livingston Rabb, with best wishes, Vicki Baum.” In very good condition, with toning to signed page, inside pages, and both pastedowns, light wear to boards, slight sunning to spine, and toning, wear, and creases to clipped dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I am sorry to say that your copy of Tarzan of the Apes is not a first edition copy” 557. Edgar Rice Burroughs. American novelist

(1875–1950) best known for his popular series of novels based on feral-child-turnedjungle hero Tarzan. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, February 13, 1939.

Letter to an admirer in San Diego. In full: “In reply to your letter of February 9, I am sorry to say that your copy of Tarzan of the Apes is not a first edition copy, but one of the popular reprint editions published by A. L. Burt & Company.” In very good condition, with a few small separations along intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, with a horizontal fold directly under signature, scattered toning, a bit heavier along folds, and small area of paper loss along one fold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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558. Samuel Beckett. Irish avant-

garde writer, dramatist, and poet (1906– 1989). Satin-finish 3.5 x 6 photo, signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition, with a bit of irregular adhesion to signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

560. Alexander Calder. Stun-

ning color limited edition 10.5 x 13.75 lithograph entitled ‘Homage to Pyramids C1/CC,’ numbered #101/200, signed in the bottom border in pencil, “Calder.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 15.75 x 19.75. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“‘There ain’t nothing about prayer to laugh at Dude,’ she said. ‘All of us has got to have it some time or another’” 561. Erskine Caldwell.

“I don’t know if this Mrs. Scottie Lanahan, whose article I enclose, interests you...She has been columning...for the Washington Post. I don’t find her terribly good, but as the daughter of the late F. Scott Fitzgerald, she may be up your street”

559. James M. Cain. Three TLSs, one page each on individual sheets of 8.5 x 11 personal letterhead, dated April 1966 through May 1967, each letter is addressed to a Mrs. E. J. Connor, author of Who’s Who in America. The first, dated April 1, 1966, reads, in part: “I don’t know if this Mrs. Scottie Lanahan, whose article I enclose, interests you…She has been columning…for the Washington Post. I don’t find her terribly good, but as the daughter of the late F. Scott Fitzgerald, she may be up your street”; the second letter, dated May 16, 1966, reads, in part: “Just to advise you that my wife, whom you carry in Who’s Who in America as Florence MacBeth, died on May 5. Your courties [sic] to her, as well as your father’s, were most appreciated, not only by me but by her as well…”; and the third letter, dated May 22, 1967, reads, in part: “The time draweth near for you to make your annual pilgrimage to the woods.” In very good condition, with scattered mild to moderate creasing and soiling, and a small area of paper loss to the top left corner of the first letter. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Four items: glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed vertically along the left border in black felt tip; a souvenir typescript of an excerpt from Tobacco Road, 8.5 x 11, in part: “‘You clear forgot to say a little prayer for Dude,’ Jeeter said suddenly. ‘You left Dude our all around, Bessie. Dude, he’s as big a sinner as the rest of us Lesters…

There ain’t nothing about prayer to laugh at Dude,’ she said. ‘All of us has got to have it some time or another,’” signed at the conclusion in black felt tip; TLS, one page, 7 x 6.25, personal letterhead, June 9, 1981. Caldwell responds to Anne Edwards regarding a former colleague, in part: “She belonged to a higher caste (magazine staff) and I never advanced beyond much higher than the obituary and Kiwanis beats”; and a green felt tip signature on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In very good condition, with light toning to the typescript and signature, and a horizontal crease passing through the signature on the TLS, as well as a staple mark to the top left corner and trimmed edges.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

562. Truman Capote. Program

from the Evergreen Showcard’s opening night presentation of House of Flowers, 6 x 9, signed on the cast page in black felt tip, “T. Capote,” and also signed by two other cast members. In fine condition, with some mild toning to covers and light handling wear.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Capote’s agreement for the failed Breakfast at Tiffany’s television pilot

563. Truman Capote. DS, signed “Truman Capote,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, Paramount letterhead, March 22, 1977. An agreement related to compensation for legendary Hollywood agent Irving “Swifty” Lazar to serve as Executive Producer for a television pilot based on Capote’s novel Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Signed on the second page in blue ballpoint, “Deal approved as above, Truman Capote.” Though the novel had earlier been adapted into a now-classic film starring Audrey Hepburn (1961), the TV series, needless to say, failed to set the airwaves on fire. Countersigned

by Lazar. In fine condition, with mild toning and handling wear, and staple holes and associated tears to upper left corner of both pages. Unfortunately the pilot was never picked up by a network. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Capote’s 6th grade essay about his school 564. Truman Capote. Hand-

written school essay, signed at the top, “Truman Capote,” dated November 11, 1935, on an offwhite 8 x 10.5 sheet of lined looseleaf paper.

Headed at the top by Capote, “Ennglish [sic], Grade 6th.” Entitled “My School,” the essay reads, in full (with grammar and spelling retained): “The school which I go is Trinity School. The first thing we do in the morning is go to the chapel and have our daily service. In next we have English in which we read stories from our reader or do written work. After that we have history in wich we read of the modern ways of living and olden ways of living and draw graph of steel, coal, and pig iron. Next we have spelling of which we often have a spelling bee. Then next comes they time of joy. Gynaison! in wich we have a simply grand time. After that somes arithmetic, an then comes one of these next, Science, French, writing, Drawing or Manul training. I am in the 6th grade an my five instructors are, Mr Bartram, Mr Langford, Mr Putney, Mr Frlening, an, Mr Simpson.” A uniform shade of mild toning, two binder holes to left edge, two small tears to top border, and some small mounting remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Certainly one of Capote’s earliest ‘works,’ from the 11-year-old author. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

On the origins of Harvey: “I saw a psychiatrist walking across a stage—followed by a big rabbit which had been brought to the sanitarium by the patient…the play changed my life” 565. Mary Chase.

Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright (1906–1981) known primarily for writing the Broadway play Harvey, later adapted for a film starring Jimmy Stewart. Outstanding TLS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, February 4, 1970. Lengthy letter on the origin of Harvey. In part: “One day I heard, also casually from a neighbor, that the son of the woman across the street had gone down in the Pacific—his plane shot down and no survivors…It began to haunt me and I longed to do something for her and there must be others like her. If I could only make such a woman—laugh again! If I could do this I could be tempted to try the theater again…I began to cast around ideas—rejecting them as they came…In a dreamy state between sleeping and waking—I saw a psychiatrist walking across a stage—followed by a big rabbit which had been brought to the sanitarium by the patient…It was an instant success not only in Boston…but also in New York. And so many of the letters I received were from parents who had lost sons in the war these letters always said the same thing; ‘We have not laughed since—until we saw Harvey.’…The play changed my life…I have written other plays since, but never anything like Harvey and I never will. It was a ‘miracle’ of a play.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. The play premiered on November 1, 1944, at the 48th Street Theatre on Broadway where it was staged for 1,775 performances before closing on January 15, 1949. The original production was directed by Antoinette Perry and starred Frank Fay and Josephine Hull. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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A bold invitation to a prominent art critic 566. Camille Claudel. French sculptor and graphic artist

(1864–1943). ALS in French, two pages, 5.25 x 6.75, no date.

Letter to art critic and author Gustave Geffroy. In full (translated): “I take the liberty of reminding you that if you want to give us the pleasure of accepting to dine with us next Tuesday at 7:30 PM in my little studio we will reserve a place for you between Tete D’Or and LaValse. Please excuse my boldness and accept the expression of my sincere friendship.” Uniform toning, a horizontal fold directly under signature, and a few light wrinkles, otherwise fine condition.

As a prominent female artist, Claudel was a revolutionary in her time. She was Auguste Rodin’s muse, lover, and student, and her prodigious talent influenced his work as much as he influenced her own. Gustave Geffroy, the art critic to whom this letter is addressed, was a friend of Rodin, commended Claudel’s work in 1893, in particular her sculpture La Valse, and the cordial tone of this invitation indicates that the dinner may have been to thank him. Claudel would have considerable success into the early twentieth century, but she would spent the last thirty years of her life in an insane asylum. Today, she is the only female sculptor featured in the Musee d’Orsay. A telling letter characterizing a gifted and courageous artist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

567. Arthur C. Clarke. Souvenir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, of the first page of Chapter One of 2001: A Space Odyssey, beginning with “The drought had lasted now for ten million years, and the reign of the terrible lizards had long since ended.” Signed in blue ballpoint at the conclusion, “Ath C. Clarke.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

569. Samuel L. Clemens. Expressive ink signature, “Mark Twain,”

on an off-white 3.75 x 1.25 slip. In very good condition, with scattered light toning and soiling, a small staple mark, trimmed edges, rippling form previous mounting, and a mounting remnant on the reverse.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

568. Paul Claudel. French poet, dramatist, and diplomat (1868–

1955), and the younger brother of the sculptor Camille Claudel.

Autograph manuscript signed, “Claudel,” two pages, with portions in English and German, 8.5 x 11, Seven Springs Farm letterhead, September 11, 1929. Claudel writes out ‘The Speech-tree Ballad,” dedicating it to famous photographer Elizabeth Meyer. Poem begins, “Where the toastmaster introduces you with appropriate remarks?

Then you rise feebly over the flowing cup of ice water and miserable remnants of desiccated fowl among molten ice cream.” In very good condition, with uniform toning to both pages, scattered creases, and a light stain to first page. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Twain buys the estate for which his Hillcrest Editions would be named 570. Samuel L. Clemens. TLS signed “S. L. Clemens,” one page, 6 x 9.5, Wm. H.

Hoyt & Co. Real Estate Brokers letterhead, April 26, 1902. Letter to Miss K. I. Harrison in New York. In full: “Please place $5,000 to my credit in the Guaranty Trust Company Monday, I shall draw it out Tuesday.” A couple trivial holes and thin areas to upper portion, a few creases and mild toning, a bit heavier at top, otherwise fine condition.

In the weeks prior to writing this letter, Clemens was exploring the Caribbean aboard the yacht of his friend and benefactor, financier Henry Huttleson Rogers. Rogers was a director at the Guaranty Trust Company, and while by 1902 Clemens was financially sound, the $5,000 mentioned in the letter may nevertheless have constituted a loan.

Rogers had come to the beleaguered author’s financial rescue some ten years before, and since then he was both Clemens’ close friend and financial advisor. They would play billiards together, smoke cigars, and among their running jokes, Rogers was always accusing Clemens of stealing when his visited his home. “He is not only the best friend I have ever had,” wrote Clemens, “but is the best man I have known.”

The letter is addressed to Rogers’ secretary, Katharine I. Harrison, an imposing woman of six feet whose icy demeanor with would-be callers for Rogers gained her the nickname ‘the Sphinx’ on Wall Street. It is likely that the $5,000 withdrawal was for a down payment on Hillcrest, a mansion with stables built in 1882 on 18 acres of land in Tarrytown, New York, that the Clemens family purchased in April 1902. Clemens lived there for two years, but sold it in 1904 after a dispute with the village of Tarrytown regarding the assessment of the estate. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

“If you had coupled my name with the story it would have injured me in England, where they believe everything I say” 571. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed “S. L. Clemens,” one page, 5.25 x 7.5, June 23, 1889. From Hartford, Clemens writes to an unidentified gentleman. In full: “It is all right. It was all the better to leave off the quotation-marks, because if you had coupled my name with the story it would have injured me in England, where they believe everything I say.” Beautifully double cloth matted and framed with a portrait of Clemens and a biographical plaque, to an overall size of 26 x 25. In fine condition, with two horizontal mailing folds and a trivial vertical tear to one of the folds.

Clemens’ wry remark about the people of England may not have implied gullibility as much as adoration. When he wrote this letter, he had visited England twice already, in 1872 and 1873-74. On the latter trip he spent four months living in London and touring the country. During the journey, he found himself the favorite of notables, entertaining everyone from cabinet members to the literary lights of his era; not since Benjamin Franklin had an American enjoyed such adulation in Europe. In 1889, Clemens certainly had England on his mind: he published A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court that year. Despite his sarcastic comment, England’s affection for Mark Twain was reciprocated. He once wrote to his wife, “I would rather live in England than America--which is treason.” A wonderful letter capturing Clemens’ inimitable wit. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Twain gives the editor of the Ladies’ Home Journal the choice of publishing “The Platonic Sweetheart,” or “The Memorable Assassination” about the recent murder of Austrian Empress Elisabeth 572. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed “SL Clemens,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 5.75, September 26, 1898. Letter to Edward W. Bok, publisher of the Ladies’ Home Journal. In full: “New address: Hotel Krantz Neuemarkt Vienna…It may be that you would prefer an article (‘The Memorable Assassination’) to that dream-story. I have just finished & sent it to my friend H.H. Rogers, Esq., 26 Broadway, with a photo or two of the Empress & the funeral procession. Price, $600. If you think you would rather have it than the ‘Platonic Sweetheart,’ send him word, or drop in there & read it.” In fine condition, with recipient’s name rubbed off, mild toning, a bit heavier to edges, and a trimmed top edge. My Platonic Sweetheart wasn’t published in Harper’s Weekly until December 1912, two years after he died. The Memorable Assassination was never published in any magazine. It was included in What Is Man? And Other Essays by Clemens, published by Harper & Brothers in 1917. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“You should be eating so well you Bastards!

575. Noel Coward.

Striking vintage fountain pen signature on an off-white 3.5 x 1.75 slip.

Matted with a handsome photo of Coward to an overall size of 12.25 x 16.5. In fine condition, with a trivial area of surface loss towards the bottom edge. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

573. Morrill Cody.

Diplomat and author (1901–1987) who served in the United States Foreign Service for over two decades, including under Edward R. Murrow at the USIA. Cody was a friend to Ernest Hemingway, and author of Hemingway’s Paris. Signed book: The Favorite Restaurants of an American in Paris. Later printing.

France: Noveau Quartier Latin, 1966, with illustrations by Man Ray. Softcover, 4.75 x 7, 225 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “For Mr. & Mrs. Henry Steeger, ‘You should be eating so well you Bastards! Irene & Carol.’ As for me—good luck! Morrill Cody, Paris, Dec. 8, 1967.” In very good condition, with a mild shade of toning to signed page, uniform toning to a section of inside pages, scattered creasing and soiling to covers and spine, and a small area of surface loss to front cover.RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

574. Wilkie Collins. British author regarded as the first British detective story writer (1824–1889).

Bold and florid vintage ink signature, “Very Truly Yours, Wilkie Collins, 19 Jul. 1888,” on an off-white 4 x 2.75 slipped affixed to a cardstock mount of the same size. In fine condition, with irregularly trimmed edges, and two adhesive remnants and toning to the top edge from previous display. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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576. Noel Coward.

Signed book: Terribly Intimate Portraits. First edition. NY: Boni and Liveright, 1922. Hardcover, 6.5 x 8, 212 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “For John Henry Anderson, with very great admiration, Noel Coward 1924.” In very good condition, with toning to signed page over signature and inscription, light toning and foxing to pastedowns and opening and closing pages, weak but intact spines, rubbed and worn covers, rounded corners, fraying to head and tail, tear to a single page, and a small repair to spine cloth. This was Coward’s first published satire.RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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577. Malcolm Cowley. Souvenir

typescript excerpt from The Lady from Harlem (In memory of Florence Mills), on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed at the conclusion in black felt tip. Excerpt reads, in part: “The fetish woman crossed the stage, her limbs convulsed with yellow magic. Art is the gratuitous shiver that makes the shimmy tragic. Obeah, Obeah, wailed the saxophones…Thorned on a tomb of brass you reign between the bass and treble clefs.” In fine condition, with creasing and a tear to the top edge, and faint show-through from a couple pencil notations on the reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

580. Salvador Dali.

Spectacular 13 x 19 lithograph of Dali’s etching, ‘The Horseman,’ boldly signed in the bottom border in pencil, “Dali,” adding “EA” to the left corner. Matted and framed to an overall size of 18.5 x 25.5. In fine condition. Oversized.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

“Thank you for your kind letter about ‘The Andromeda Strain’” 578. Michael Crichton. TLS, one page, 7.5 x 10.25, January 6, 1972. Letter of thanks to an admirer. In full: “Thank you for your kind letter about ‘The Andromeda Strain.’ I’m pleased you enjoyed the book, and hope that you also like ‘The Terminal Man’ which will be out in April. Cordially, (signed) Michael Crichton.” The postscript, in Crichton’s hand, reads: “P. S. Is your father a doctor?” In fine condition, with trimmed left edge as well as small dings to edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 579. George Cruikshank. British cari-

caturist and illustrator (1792–1878) best known for his works satirizing contemporary politics and his illustrations for the works of Charles Dickens.

Original vintage signed ink sketch of a potted plant on a beige 3.5 x 4.5 sheet, beside a handwritten check list, signed below in ink, “GCK.” In very good condition, with a vertical fold affecting one letter of the signature, scattered light toning, show-through from writing on the reverse, and trimmed edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

581. Salvador Dali.

Postcard of Dali’s ‘Studies of Horsemen,’ 6 x 4.5, signed on the image side in black felt tip, “Dali.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“To tell you how I arrive at the ideas for my writing is not going to be easy. I don’t think a writer ever knows”

583. Jan de Hartog.

Dutch playwright, novelist (1914–2002) who moved to the United States in the early 1960s and became a Quaker.

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, October 18, 1971. Letter to an admirer. In part: “To tell you how I arrive at the ideas for my writing is not going to be easy.

I don’t think a writer ever knows; it is a combination of things you read, things you experience, things you hear, people you meet and all this passes through the crucible of some issue on which you feel very strongly.” In fine condition, with mild toning to edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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582. Daniel-Rops. Untranslated ALS in French, one page both

sides, 5.5 x 4.25, no date, personalized notecard. Daniel-Rops pens a neat and elegant letter in purple ink. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

584. Edouard Detaille.

French painter and military artist (1848–1912). ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 5.5, March 2, 1893. Letter to Madame Bataille. In part (translated): “I am not part of the jury of painting, but I can recommend your protege to my comrades who are at the Palace of the Industry.” Reverse bears an address panel in Detaille’s hand. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“What an unfortunate pair of Corsican Brothers you are!”

585. Charles Dickens. Partial ALS signed “CD,” one page, 4.5 x 4.25, no date. Conclusion of the letter reads: “My impression that many of the Parisian Theatres are subsidized is derived from my eye-sight remembrance of the length of their list, which is annually published in the French papers. What an unfortunate pair of Corsican Brothers you are! Regard to the present sufferer.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, with a vertical fold passing through initials, and trimmed edges.

Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite of Dickens reading at his desk. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Dickens thanks his renowned 1858 photographer “for the remarkable, interesting and admirable collection of photographs you have sent to me” 586. Charles Dickens. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, Gad’s Hill Place letterhead, November

4, 1857. Letter to Herbert Watkins. In full: “I send you a thousand thanks for the remarkable, interesting, and admirable collection of photographs you have sent to me. I shall always prize them high, and shall never tire of them. They are not less agreeable to me for including two capital heads of yourself. The Library Edition in its Holiday Dress shall not fail to appear, as soon as it is out of the tailor’s (or binder’s) hand.” Some mild toning, a couple light pencil notations, and some skipping to the handwriting, otherwise fine condition. Item comes in its original dealer folder from The American Art Association, stating the letter comes from the Collection of Rev. Dr. Roderick Terry, Catalogue Number 65.

George Herbert Watkins opened a photographic studio on Regent Street in London in 1856 where he produced a series of the contemporary leaders and celebrities of the day, including Napoleon III, Anthony Trollope, Wilkie Collins, and Alexander Dumas. Dickens received an invitation from a William Charles Kent to arrange a sitting with Watkins that year, but the author refused. By 1858, he had a change of heart, resulting in a series of photographs taken between April-June 1858 in which Dickens requested “five and twenty impressions for private friends”on July 17, 1858. Watkins, in turn, sent him a copy of his National Gallery of Photographs, a published collection of his 1856-1858 portrait photography with accompanying biographies. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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587. James Dickey.

American poet and novelist (1923–1997), best known for his novel Deliverance. Three glossy photos: an 8 x 10 of the writer in the woods, signed in black felt tip; a color 10 x 8 of Dickey lounging in a hammock, signed in blue felt tip; and a 10 x 8 shot of Dickey a desk covered in camera equipment, papers, and white out, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Don, from James Dickey.”

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

588. John Dos Passos. ALS, one page,

8.5 x 11, March 6, 1967.

Dos Passos writes to Dr. Straus, in full: “Thanks for the two papers. I’ll read them with interest and instruction as soon as I work through a pile of stuff on my desk— Maybe we can get to see each other again before your leave for your town.

It was great fun the other night.” Intersecting folds, one passing through the beginning of the last name, scattered creasing, and a few trivial spots, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Dos Passos’ hand. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Holmes’s creator does some detective work on his own 590. Arthur Conan Doyle. ALS

signed “A. Conan Doyle,” one page, 4.25 x 7, Undershaw, Hindhead, Haslemere letterhead, no date. Letter to Sir Frederick Pollock.

In full: “I should very much like to be at the Anglo American Dinner but don’t know how to get a ticket.

Can you tell me?”

A central horizontal fold, some scattered light soiling, and some light mirroring of ink to bottom of page, otherwise fine condition. Sir Frederick Pollock, Corpus Professor of Jurisprudence at Oxford, delivered the closing address at the Anglo-American dinner held at the Hotel Cecil on June 3, 1898, where “Dr. Conan Doyle” is listed among those representing literature and journalism. The dinner was given to lend support to the United States in the Spanish-American War. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Doyle manifests healing thoughts to famed British attorney, once contacted by Jack the Ripper

589. Arthur Conan Doyle. ALS signed “A. Conan Doyle,” one page, 5.25 x 7, 15,

Buckingham Palace Mansions letterhead, February 8. Letter to Marshall Hall. In full: “We sent out kind thoughts to you twice yesterday—at the Spiritualist Healing service in the morning and at the Club in the evening, when, at my motion, it was enthusiastically carried that we send you a warm message of sympathy. May you soon be with us once again.” In fine condition, with some light mirroring of text and letterhead along bottom blank area and a couple of light edge and corner creases.

This letter’s recipient was Doyle’s friend Sir Edward Marshall-Hall, a famed English attorney with a formidable reputation as an orator. Marshall-Hall became known as ‘The Great Defender’ and successfully represented many people accused of notorious murders; his prowess in the courtroom attracted the attention of Jack the Ripper, who wrote to Marshall-Hall but never took advantage of his legal services as he was never apprehended. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Come dine…at Hyppolite Leroy’s… I’ll be doing the cooking” 591. Alexandre Dumas, pere.

Distinguished French novelist (1802–1870) of such historical classics as The Count of Monte Cristo, The Three Musketeers, and The Man in the Iron Mask. ALS in French, signed “Alex Dumas,” one page, 4 x 6.25, no date. Brief letter to a friend. In full (translated): “Come dine at Prelaville today at Hyppolite Leroy’s—and bring your dish with you. I’ll be doing the cooking.” Scattered light creases, wrinkling, and toning, otherwise fine condition.

Dumas was a renowned cook and wrote a “Dictionnaire de Cuisine.”

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

592. Jules Feiffer. Signed book: The Man in the Ceiling. First edition. NY: HarperCollins, 1993.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 185 pages. Signed on the first free end page in black ink. In fine condition, with promotional label affixed to front of dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Of course I am working on new art work. I should like to be remembered for the whole of my art work”

594. Erte. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 6.75, personal letterhead, January

10, 1983. Erte writes, in full: “Enclosed an autographed photograph, you requested. Of course I am working on new art work. I should like to be remembered for the whole of my art work.” Matted and framed with a gorgeous color print entitled ‘Erte—Chalk and Vermilion’ to an overall size of 16 x 11.5. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I realized that the story was the book—seller’s but the essence was mine, and that the story had an unreality about it...if it starts people questioning themselves and their own moods in a pleasant, not too— searching way, why it has done no more to you than it did to me”

593. Walter Edmonds. Author of Drums Along the Mohawk. TLS signed in blue pencil, “Walter E. Edmonds,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, March 6, 1928.

Edmonds provides an explanation behind one of his stories, in part: “When I wrote ‘My Lady’s Tea’, I had no idea of making anything mysterious out of it; so it will be something of a job to find out what the story means. I haven’t the slighest idea myself. I suppose that is cheating the reader; but I never expected the story to sell. Mr. Sedgwick, however, liked it and printed it, and now I must take the consequences, and do my best to explain it…I had seen in my friend that he was a good deal more moved by the experience than he had tried to show. It made an impression at the time. Two winters later, I spent alone in the country in upper New York State. I came down at Christmas for a short visit in New York and then Boston…when I returned to Boonville township I felt lonely, depressed. I had had a not uncommon experience, but I suppose the return to solitude made it sink deeper…on Christmas morning, I remembered the story of the book-seller and wrote it—practically in one sitting—up to the time he closed the door of the house…I realized that the story was the book—seller’s but the essence was mine, and that the story had an unreality about it…I do not think I can offer more of an explanation than that…if it starts people questioning themselves and their own moods in a pleasant, not too—searching way, why it has done no more to you than it did to me.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered light creasing, a few light surface impressions, a few areas of separation at the folds and a few small edge tears, and a staple mark and pencil notation at the top left corner.

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Ferlinghetti writes a passionate refusal to speak at the Library of Congress: “I am less willing than ever to participate in any way...with a government which conducted such a disgusting war in Vietnam and financed among other duplicates the overthrow of the Allende regime in Chile” 595. Lawrence Ferlinghetti. Recognized as one of the most influential and important poets of

the Beat movement. TLS signed “Lawrence F.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, September 27, 1975. Ferlinghetti writes to Stanley Kunitz, Consultant in Poetry at the Library of Congress, in full: “Thank you very much for inviting me to read poetry at the Library of Congress. It’s been a number of years since the last invitation. However! my alienation from the U. S. government has widened, rather than narrowed, in the interim. And I am less willing than ever to participate in any way (whether it is at the Library or in the National Endowment of the Arts) with a government which conducted such a disgusting war in Vietnam and financed among other duplicates the overthrow of the Allende regime in Chile (thereby in-directly contributing to the death of Pablo Neruda, not to mention others such as Victor Jara)…Under ‘normal circumstances,’ it would have been a pleasure and an honor to be with you this year in Washington. Light, Heat & Love to you personally.” In fine condition.

True to form, the Beat poet lashes out at the establishment in this truly desirable—and heatedly raw—response. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I like things functional, as a signature on a blank card seems to me meaningless and useless. I am not signing those cards you sent me, but am sending you this signed letter, which is a means of communication” 596. Irving Fineman. American writer (1893–1976). Fineman first attended MIT and did advanced work for Harvard University, going on to become an engineering instructor. He left his engineering life behind to pursue the path of a freelance writer, which produced plays, short stories, poems, and novels. His 1932 novel, Lovers Must Learn, was adapted into the 1962 film, Rome Adventure. TLS signed in green pencil, one page, 7.25 x 10.75, personal embossed letterhead, October 14, 1964. Fineman responds to a collector, in part: “Having been trained in engineering at MIT…I like things functional, as a signature on a blank card seems to me meaningless and useless. I am not signing those cards you sent me, but am sending you this signed letter, which is a means of communication…For my views on life I suggest especially my novel Jacob which is highly-autobiographical—a projection of my own life experience into the Biblical character…And if your heart condition restricts your physical activity, it does give you plenty of time for reading…as my own frailty as a child made me an omniverous reader and finally that made me a writer,” adding a vertical post script in green pencil, “Sorry I do not have a photo I can send you so I am sending you a poem instead which is also a picture of me and my philosophy.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal and vertical fold.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Here lies in profound peace this dame of pleasure, who, to be more sure, made her Paradise on the earth”

597. Anatole France. French author (1844–1924) who

won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1921. ALS in French, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 5, no date. France writes, translated, in part: “I read with pleasure your ‘Autores et livres’; the life of Madame Frank is a masterpiece of grace, of sentiments and of taste; the rest of the book is bright, delicate and right…It is well understood that the four verses are of Baluze as the following epit. is of Madame de Boufflees. Epit. of Madame de Boufflee: Here lies in profound peace this dame of pleasure, who, to be more sure, made her Paradise on the earth. The last is also attributed to Madame de Verrue who was nice and philosophic. But the only interesting thing is the Death who speaks. Coming back to life, I will tell you that I published a book and you will give me a great honour and great pleasure if you will read it.” In fine condition, with some ink marks and a pencil notation on the blank reverse of the second integral page.

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“I suppose everybody [is] nervous the party’s over on account of suicides & atom bombs & Cubas?? Certainly no reason to stop a good party”

598. John Fowles. English novelist (1926–2005) considered one of the 50 greatest writers since 1945. TLS, one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, January 3, 1978. Fowles writes, in full: “I really am not at all fond of signing copies through the post, but as long as you do send me coupons for the return postage, I will do what you request.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold lightly affecting the very top of the signature.

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602. Allen Ginsberg.

Invitation to a Frost reading 599. Robert Frost. Printed in-

vitation, 7 x 9, for a poetry reading by Frost at the Pan American Union, boldly signed at the top by Frost. A central horizontal fold, and some stray ink marks along bottom, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

600. Allen Ginsberg and Lawrence Ferlinghetti. Glossy 8 x

10 photo of Ginsberg and Ferlinghetti at the City Lights bookstore in San Francisco, signed in blue felt tip, “Allen Ginsberg, 4/8/88 NYC,” and signed in black felt tip, “Ferlinghetti.” In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance and an ink notation at the bottom border. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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ALS signed “Allen,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 10.5, self-contained air mail letterhead, September 15, 1962. Ginsberg writes from India, in part: “All the gurus here say everyone has to be his own guru as it’s hopeless to look to others except for fun (or un fun)— your own heart your Teacher. I finished book—Proof for Ferlinghetti all this month so couldn’t reply, and am still not finished work so am enlarging my band—writing so cut this short & get back to business. I got letter from Carl in hospital, he sounds fine. Also we wrote Janine, glad she’s with Fernando V. Well last year’s parties were last year’s and next year’s will be whatever next year can cough up, I suppose everybody [is] nervous the party’s over on account of suicides & atom bombs & Cubas?? Certainly no reason to stop a good party.” Address panel and return address penned in Ginsberg’s hand. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, scattered light creasing, and a small spot of separation at the center of the folds.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

603. Chaim Gross.

Intriguing original signed ballpoint sketch of a figure resembling his sculptures, along with a wheel and a book entitled ‘The Healer’ on a white 8 x 5 sheet, signed below. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

604. Sarah Josepha Hale. American editor and author behind the beloved nursery rhyme, ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’ (1788–1879).

Ink endorsement signature, “Sarah J. Hale,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.25 slip clipped from a check. In very good condition, with a few stray marks, a portion from another signature visible, a pencil notation above the signature, and show-through from print on the reverse.

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As his enemy the Czar visits Italy, Gorky laments: “It is too bad that such a misfortune is happening to your beautiful country!”

605. Maxim Gorky. LS in French, signed in Russian, “M. Gorky,”

one page, lightly-lined graph-like paper, 8.5 x 10.75, December 31 [1907]. Letter in the hand of Gorky’s wife, Maria Andreyeva (whom he had married earlier that year) to Italian journalist Ugo Ojetti. In full (translated): “Please forgive me for not having replied to your letter any sooner but you know what it is not being at home–we never do what we would like to do, we do nothing and at the same time, we are always so busy that the days go by like moments. We are leaving from here tomorrow and the 3rd we will be at home in Capri and I will be able to work–what chance for a poor man who had not held a pen in two months… Ha–yes! Excuse me for having disturbed you, dear friend, I understand that the time is not favorable to publish even such a little thing because it is said that Nicholas is to visit the king of Italy. It is too bad that such a misfortune is happening to your beautiful country! Goodbye my friends, my wife and I will await your arrival with great anticipation. When you see Caradini we ask you to please give him our regards.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, small tear to right edge, and a few areas of scattered light toning.

The Bolshevik Gorky bluntly sends his friend ‘condolences’ upon learning of a pending visit by the Russian leader Tsar Nicholas II with King Victor Emmanuel II—a “misfortune...happening to your beautiful country.” Gorky’s displeasure with the tsar’s reign came to a head two years earlier, when he was arrested and charged with inciting the people to revolt. Following a world-wide protest at the writer’s imprisonment, Nicholas agreed to have Gorky deported, and at the time he wrote this letter was residing on Capri.

Gorky used his literary voice not only against the Russian monarchy, but to draw attention to those less fortunate. It was this focus on the ‘working man’ that drew him toward the Bolsheviks—though he was not always impressed by their ideals. The same year as this letter was penned, he attended the Fifth Congress of the Social Democratic Labour Party, where he met Lenin, Leon Trotsky, and other leaders of the party, and criticized Lenin’s attempts to create a small party of professional revolutionaries. Following Lenin’s rise to power in the 1917 Revolution, the new Russian leader had Gorky’s plays closed and banned, and in 1934 would also be placed under house arrest as part of Stalinist repression.

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606. Alex Haley.

Booklet for the Afro-American History Week in Celebration of Black Heritage at Lewis University, February 7–14, 1982, 20 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, signed on the inside of the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

607. Joseph Heller. Crisp glossy 5 x 7 promotional head-andshoulders photo, signed in blue felt tip, “Joseph Heller, 12/94.” In fine condition, with light contrast to the signature and some mild brushing to the date. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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A self-deprecating poke at his folly-riddled profession: “The life of a writer is usually nothing but bêtises” 608. Ernest Hemingway. ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x

8, postmarked February 4, 1930. Early letter from Florida to the journalist Robert de Saint Jean in Paris, who planned an article on Hemingway’s books. Saint Jean was a central figure of the Paris intellectual world and the life partner of famous writer Julien Green.

He and Hemingway had met in the late 1920’s at the time of the “Moveable Feast.” In full: “It is such a long way from here to the Deux Magots that I am afraid we cannot meet very soon unless you should be coming to America. We will be back in Paris in about a year. About the article. I am sure writing about the books you will make no bêtises—and as the life of a writer is usually nothing but bêtises it is better not to mention it. But I am very sorry to miss seeing you again and I hope we will meet in Paris sometime not too far away.” Central horizontal and vertical fold, one passing through first letter of signature, several pencil notations to edges and a bit of light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Hemingway’s hand.

Just after publishing “A Farewell to Arms,” Hemingway writes this message about the ‘long way’ from Florida to the famous Parisian café Les Deux Magots, synthesizing his situation as writer torn between two worlds. His advice on avoiding mentioning an outline of his life as “the life of a writer is usually nothing but bêtises” (silly mistakes) is also particularly meaningful. A desirable self-mocking handwritten letter penned from Key West in his prime. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

609. Hermann Hesse. Influen-

tial, Nobel Prize–winning German author of such modern classics as Siddhartha (1922) and Steppenwolf (1927). Vintage 3.75 x 5.5 postcard photo of a bust sculpture of Hesse, signed and inscribed in German in fountain pen. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

610. Al Hirschfeld. Two items: glossy 4 x 6 postcard featuring Hirschfeld’s rendition of Alfred Hitchcock, signed in black felt tip, “Hirschfeld”; and an ink signature, “Hirschfeld, 6/12/92,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. Matted together to an overall size of 8.25 x 10.25. In fine condition, with some slight feathering to the ink signature. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Spectacular original concept from the acclaimed caricature aficionado

611. Al Hirschfeld. Vibrant and captivating color limited edition 21.25 x 29.5 lithograph of a samurai, numbered #46/275, signed in pencil, “Hirschfeld.” Framed to an overall size of 22 x 30.25. In fine condition. Highly-desirable, this print was previously appraised at $5,000.

Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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612. David Hockney. Color postcard, 4 x 6, featuring an image of Hockney’s ‘Le Nid Du Duc,’ signed in the lower portion in purple felt tip.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

613. David Hockney. Color postcard, 4 x 6, featuring an image of Hockney’s ‘Celia,’ signed in the upper portion in purple felt tip. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“It is curious to read their stipulations about ‘animalcula’ in the days of trichina and other beasts of the microscopic menagerie”

615. William Dean Howells.

American author and editor (1837– 1920) best known as the editor of the influential periodical Atlantic Monthly from 1871 to 1881 and as the author of the novel The Rise of Silas Lapham (1885) and the short story Editha (1905). ALS signed “W. D. Howells,” one page, 4.5 x 7, May 27, 1902. Letter to an unidentified group of gentlemen. In part: “Can you oblige me with a copy of each of the boy’s stories which I have printed in the Youth’s Companion?

There were three or four, but I can remember the name of only ‘The Deserted Watermelon Patch.’” In fine condition, with some mild edge toning and a pencil notation along bottom edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

616. George Hurrell. Promo-

tional poster featuring an image of Greta Garbo, 23 x 35, for the Art Expo ‘81, New York Coliseum, signed in black felt tip, “Sincerely, George Hurrell /’81,” adding “To–,” at the top.” In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

614. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Eminent

American writer (1809– 1894) best known for his collection The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table, and the muchanthologized poem ‘The Chambered Nautilus.’

ALS signed “O. W. Holmes,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, March 20, 1867. Letter to Mr. Winthrop. In full: “You must have been mystified by a note you got from me yesterday, if the post office did its duty. It was to Mr. Robbins that I should have written, and I must have written very hastily or I should have noticed the signature. The paper which he sent me with your approval is a most interesting one, and I am much obliged to yourself and Mr. Robbins for giving me the chance of making use of it, as I very probably shall in some way. It is curious to read their stipulations about ‘animalcula’ in the days of trichina and other beasts of the microscopic menagerie. I had great pleasure in studying over another paper which you lent me, and I find a strange kind of satisfaction in following their speculations of Cotton Mather, who seems to have touched almost everything, whether he admired it or not.” In very good condition, with toning and some dampstaining along hinge, some lightly affecting portions of text and edge of signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

617. George Hurrell: Ann Sheridan. Stunning oversized limited edition silver gelatin 24 x 20 photo of Ann Sheridan in a shimmering gown, #31/190, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Hurrell.”

Framed to an overall size of 27 x 23. In fine condition, with mild rippling to edges, and a few scattered light creases. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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While in the midst of Les Misérables, Hugo cordially writes of his “humane cause” 618. Victor Hugo. Important French writer, artist, and statesman (1802–1885) best

known for such canonical novels as Les Misérables and Notre-Dame de Paris (aka The Hunchback of Notre Dame). Much of his literary output was devoted to political and social issues, and in the 1840s he became actively involved in the French government as a legislator and staunch activist on behalf of the Republican cause. In 1851 the controversy surrounding his inflammatory writings denouncing Louis-Napoléon forced him into a two-decade exile, during which his productive creative pace barely slackened. ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 7.25, June 23, 1862. Hugo writes from Hauteville House to a Mr. Henry. In full (translated): “My son translated Mr. de Chaselain’s excellent articles for me. I can sense your fraternal cordiality in that publication, and I thank you especially for the humane cause which we serve, both of us, and for which you struggle with so much brilliance. Would you be so kind as to transmit this letter to Mr. de Chaselain. I shake your hand.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, and an overall shade of mild toning, a bit heavier along the left edge.

Hugo penned this letter from Hauteville House on the island of Guernsey in the English Channel, where he lived in exile for 15 years and wrote Les Misérables. Preceded by a tremendous advertising campaign across Europe, the first part of the wildly popular Les Misérables was published in April of 1862. By June, when this letter was written, Hugo had just finished correcting proofs of the book but had already achieved what was considered impossible: selling a serious literary work to the masses. His characters were already household names when the last two parts of Les Misérables went on sale seven days after this letter was penned. For the time, Hugo was paid a tremendous sum for the work: 300,000 francs for eight years for, as one critic said, “taking pity on the suffering masses.” But for Hugo, Les Misérables was the ultimate expression of the “humane cause” that he refers to in this letter, and the novel’s depiction of social injustice and the misery of the lower classes would eventually have political ramifications across Europe. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

619. Eugene Ionesco. Distin-

guished Romanian-born playwright (1909–1994) best known as a leading figure in the ‘Theatre of the Absurd.’ Signed book: Der Konig stirbt (Exit the King) in German. Later printing. Berlin: Luchterhand, 1964. Softcover, 5.5 x 8, 62 pages. Signed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint, with Ionesco adding a small sketch of the face of a sad clown. Some mild toning to signed page, sunning to spine, and toning to fore-edges, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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620. Rudyard Kipling. Signed

book: Barrack Room Ballads and Other Verses. First edition. London: Methuen and Co., 1896. Hardcover, 5 x 7.75, 208 pages.

Signed at the bottom of the preface page, “Rudyard Kipling 9.10.15.”

In very good condition, with uniform toning to all pages, spine a bit weak, moderate sunning to spine, and scattered wear to covers. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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621. Edwin Landseer. English painter

624. Arnold Lobel.

(1802–1873) well known for his paintings of animals and his sculptures, including the lions in London’s Trafalgar Square. ALS signed “E. Landseer,” one page both sides (with two words spilling over onto an adjacent page), 4.5 x 7.5, no date. Landseer writes an unidenfied man. In part: “I am sorry I was engaged this afternoon when you favored me with a call…I am occupied in finishing portraits of children—who sit every day and all day long.” In fine condition, with uniform toning, intersecting central horizontal and vertical folds, and a missing corner from the top right corner of the adjacent leaf. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

622. Roy Lichtenstein.

Signed book: Roy Lichtenstein.

First edition. NY: Guggenheim Museum, 1993.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 12 x 12, 394 pages. Signed on the title page by Lichtenstein and also signed by the author Diane Waldman. In fine condition, with a tear to the wrap on front cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Popular American author of children’s books (1933–1987). Signed book: Fables. First edition. NY: Harper & Row, 1980. Hardcover with dustjacket, 8.25 x 11.75, 40 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “For Ruth from Arnold Lobel, Mar. 1984,” adding a sketch of a pelican. In fine condition, with some creasing and scuffing to the dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

London cuts a check to his 10-year old daughter, endorsed by his first wife 625. Jack London.

Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by London, payable to Joan London for $6.00, stampdated April 27, 1911.

Check is endorsed on the reverse by his 10-year old daughter, “Joan London,” and his wife “Bessie M. London.” In very good condition, with paper loss to left edge, cancellation holes to signature, some light soiling, and several vertical folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

London pays tribute to California poet George Sterling, “the biggest, truest poet to-day on the Pacific Coast” 623. Jack London. Signed book: The Testimony of the Suns and Other Poems by George Sterling. First edition. San Francisco: W. E. Wood, 1903. Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.75, 142 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “Dear Mr. Harrison, Find herein the biggest, truest poet to-day on the Pacific Coast.

Jack London, Jan. 5, 1904.” In very good condition, with irregular toning to signed page, not detracting from the large signature, light surface wear to covers and some bumps to cover corners and spine just a touch loose. Sterling was a poet who became a significant figure in Bohemian literary circles in northern California in the early 1900s and was close friends with London. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“Only one word of caution.

Poems must be read literally as well as at ‘other levels’” 626. Archibald MacLeish.

Poet and Librarian of Congress (1892–1982). Associated with the Modernist genre of poetry, MacLeish received three Pulitzer Prizes for his work. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 8.75, personal letterhead, August 4, 1977. MacLeish writes to “Churchill,” in part: “Thank you for your very moving letter and for your enclosure. I’m not sure that I ‘represent’ anything but if you find I do I’ll try to live up to it.

Only one word of caution. Poems must be read literally as well as at ‘other levels.’ The ‘success’ (your word) as the end of The Wild Old Wicked Man is very, very literally what the poem says of it—a passion realized—most realized—’when no passion can.’ One lives beyond the possibility of sexual love but not beyond the love—the sexual love.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

628. Thomas Mann.

Signed book: Bemuhungen. Limited edition of 150 copies (This being No. 142). Berlin: C. Fischer, 1925. Hardcover, 4.75 x 7.5, 339 pages.

Signed on the limitations page in pencil by Mann.

Scattered surface marks and dings, light rubbing and surface wear, and some mild toning to pages, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautifully vibrant color 13.25 x 8.75 lithograph featuring six consecutive panels of the Statue of Liberty, signed and highlighted in multicolored artist’s pencil. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.25 x 16.5. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

“I would be grateful if you could send me some money as I am very short of cash at this moment”

627. Edouard Manet. Important 19th century French painter (1832–1883) whose works, including such well-known images as ‘The Luncheon on the Grass’ and ‘Olympia,’ were a seminal influence on the impressionists of the succeeding generation. ALS in French, signed “Ed. Manet,” one page, 4.5 x 7, March 28 [no year]. Letter to “my dear Fernand.” In full (translated): “I believe I may have written to a wrong address. I write again to excuse myself to be bothering you. But if does not cause you too much problems I would be grateful if you could send me some money as I am very short of cash at this moment. My best friendship.” In very good condition, with intersecting central horizontal and vertical folds, uniform toning, and mild foxing and staining.

Although Manet’s upper class upbringing and strong political connections within the family seemed to destine him for a legal career, he became engrossed in the world of painting at an early age. Encouraged by an uncle to pursue painting, he would go on to form bonds with other great artists of the time, and develop his own style that would be heralded as innovative and serve as a major influence for future painters. Despite his successes, Manet obviously found himself strapped for cash at various points in his career, forcing him to reach out to his friends. Manet’s letters are often very brief, making this full one-page example even more desirable. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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629. Peter Max.

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The revered French artist covers his son’s 14000 franc doctor’s bill 630. Henri Matisse. Eminent French artist (1869–1954), most closely

associated with the Fauvist movement, best known for his colorful paintings, fluid drawings, and bold, distinctive cut-paper collages. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, August 8, 1946. Letter addressed to “Cher Docteur.” in full (translated): “To profit from an air ticket left by a friend my son has had to depart very quickly to Paris without having paid your fees. I am therefore to do it for him. I send you this morning the value of your fees, 14.000, the total amount with his thanks. My health is getting better, I am getting stronger every day. Please accept, Dear Doctor, my grateful feelings.” The line crossed out by Matisse reads, “please find enclosed a check for fourteen thousand.” Small repaired edge tear, rusty paperclip mark next to signature, and a few light creases, otherwise fine condition. At the time of this letter, Matisse was finishing his famous work, L’Asie, one of his definitive works of the female form. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

631. Mary McCarthy.

American writer and political activist (1912– 1989). McCarthy is most widely known for her novels The Company She Keeps and The Group. Ink signature and inscription, “To Professor Hans G. Gilde, with my appreciation and thanks for his long standing interest in my work and for his furtherance of it with his students, Mary McCarthy,” on a white 8.25 x 4 card. In fine condition, with some trivial brushing to the sentiment and a few stray marks. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

632. Grace Metalious. Author of the

groundbreaking novel, Peyton Place. The book changed the publishing industry forever, but public outcry led her to drink herself to death at age 39. Scarce ballpoint signature, “Grace Metalious,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 card. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

633. H. L. Mencken. Popular and influential American author and journalist (1880–1956) best known for his satirical pieces that took aim at contemporary American society. Signed book: Notes on Democracy. Limited first edition of 235 copies (This being No. 84).

NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1926. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.25 x 9.5, 212 pages. Signed on the limitations in black ink. Sunning to spine and tops of boards. Slipcase shows scattered toning and soiling, a couple pencil notations, some surface loss along edges, as well as a partial crack and separation to one edge, otherwise very good condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I miss you like sin”: six intimate letters from Miller to his ‘love goddess’ Brenda Venus 634. Henry Miller. Collection of six ALSs from Miller to Brenda Venus, five on personal letterhead and one on a color postcard featuring Miller’s painting, ‘Childish Dream,’ dated from 1976 through 1979.

Included are excerpts from a few of the letters: July 9, 1976: “I just received word from a young woman journalist that her friend Francis Coppola (The Godfather) will be back in L. A. for a week or so very soon and that he would like to meet me and take me to dinner. Do you know him at all?”

May 3, 1978: “I had hoped to ask you to go to Imperial Gardens Sunday coming but cannot now. Lucia (Lisa’s daughter) and her Jewish boy friend are making dinner for me Sunday…Hugh Downs’ interview will be on tomorrow (KCET)—don’t know the time but think at 6:30 P. M. Check your T. V. guide, if you will. I am almost rattle–brained from all I have been through. No ‘emotional fatigue’ but a bit worn out.”

Dated only “Tuesday”: “I miss you like sin….Val is still here (sends you her love!!!), delayed from returning by the rains. She tells me the Pacific Coast Highway is just one big mud slide!…This is just another love token—to hand you when you arrive, together with a warm embrace.”

August 9, 1979: “You have no idea how happy you made me talking about the recent water colors. It was you who gave me the push and the inspiration. Today I have a visitor coming at 3:30 to talk of my D. H. L. book which she is putting together for me…Was sorry to learn you were so exhausted Sunday…And now you have taken on the sale of my paintings. Too much maybe?”

Also included is a satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Miller and Venus, signed in red felt tip, “Lots of love, Brenda Venus.”

Some light creasing, a rusty paperclip impression to the top edge of one letter, and a dated pencil notation to another, otherwise overall fine condition.

Miller played a major role in the sexual revolution with his explicit books, including the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn. Late in life, he had a love affair with Brenda Venus, a woman who would later go on to become a notorious “sexpert.” An actress and model, Venus captivated Miller and he began corresponding with her in June of 1976, pledging his love and writing her long, often erotic letters. “Henry nurtured my writing ability by corresponding with me,” Venus later said. “He taught me to be myself.” When Miller died in 1980, friends claimed that his passion for Venus kept him alive an additional couple of years. A book was later published about their correspondence in 1986 called Dear, Dear Brenda: The Love Letters of Henry Miller to Brenda Venus. A revealing glimpse into the personal life of a great American writer.

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“It’s there in ‘the halls of memory,’ like some old, old map of a lost world” 635. Henry Miller. Souvenir typescript, signed at the top by Miller, one thin page, 8.5

x 11. The first page from Miller’s story, The Old Neighborhood, which begins: “It’s there in ‘the halls of memory,’ like some old, old map of a lost world which still exudes a faint odor of musk.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Declining to sign, Mitchell returns a copy of Eo Vento Levou with an apologetic letter: “Nothing has given me more pleasure than the kind interest of readers of the Portuguese translation of my book” 636. Margaret Mitchell. American author (1900–1949) whose single

novel, Gone With the Wind, became one of the best-sellers of all time and spawned one of the most fabled movies in Hollywood history. She died after being struck by a speeding car at the age of 48. TLS signed “Margaret Mitchell Marsh,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 8, 1948.

In full: “Your copy of ‘Eo Vento Levou’ containing your letter of May 4th has reached me. I am very sorry that I must return the book to you without the autograph you requested. I am both honored and touched by your interest in my novel and by your desire for my autograph in your copy. Nothing has given me more pleasure than the kind interest of readers of the Portuguese translation of my book, and I assure you that I am grateful for your interest.

However, my secretary has written you about my policy in this matter and the reasons for it. I hope you will consider my signature at the end of this letter as an ‘autograph.’ I am sorry, too, that I cannot send you the personally autographed picture you requested. That, too, is something I have found I could not do. However, I am enclosing with your book a pamphlet which my publishers in New York printed shortly after ‘Gone With the Wind’ was published. It contains a photograph of me with a facsimile signature.”

Pencil notation to bottom edge and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. When Mitchell wrote Gone With the Wind, she had no idea of the sensation it would become. It was an instant bestseller, selling over 1,000,000 copies within the first six months of its publication, and she became so overwhelmed by the countless requests that she received to autograph copies of her novel that less than a year after its publication, she vowed not to sign any more, not even for close friends or relatives. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Monet is “back home” in Giverny 637. Claude Monet. Highly influential French painter (1840–1926) who was among the leading figures of the impressionist movement, which took its name from the title of one of Monet’s works. ALS in French, one page, 4.25 x 7, December 1891. Letter to the well-known French art critic Gustave Geffroy, one of Monet’s closest friends and future biographer. Written from his famous house at Giverny. Translated in full: “Dear friend, Here I am back home since yesterday. Please come to see me as soon as possible as I do not plan to stay long at Giverny. I will wait for a note of yours I will be delighted, enchanted if you tell Loiseau your delicious story.” In very good condition, with portions of text very light and only partially legible due to decreased ink flow, last name of signature extremely light and only slightly legible. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed by Monet. An intimate letter, also mentioning the post-impressionist painter Gustave Loiseau.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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638. Lewis Mumford. American writer, critic, and historian (1895–1990). Four ALSs and one TLS, each signed “Lewis Mumford,” ranging in date from 1924 through 1978, and all but one on 8.5 x 11 beige sheets, the last one written on personal letterhead.

All of the letters are addressed to “Mrs. Hopkins,” and an excerpt from each follows: May 6, 1924: “I have just returned from a bout of lecturing at Madison & Chicago, & I recall with regret the hectic days that preceded my departure…Providence seems determined to keep us from meeting: but I shall outwit Providence yet! Madison was only compared to Amherst: but the liveliness of the conversation recalled your influence, if the quality of the beverages didn’t.”

February 5, 1930: “If only I could be of service in London: unfortunately, all the people I knew there in 1920 have been scattered to the ends of the earth, quite literally…They were such nice people, too, and you would have enjoyed each other—if only they had stayed put! But it’s that kind of world, isn’t it?”

January 10, 1932: “Yes, I am still here, when I am not gallivanting over the country!”

February 7, 1932: “Mr. Lindsay’s predicament is a shameful one…He was the real thing.”

July 10, 1978: “…only television stars and baseball players favor their admirers with autographed photos.”

Intersecting folds, a few rusty paperclip impressions, and a few small tears, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by two of the original mailing envelopes, addressed in Mumford’s hand. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

639. Felix Nadar.

Pseudonym of Gaspard-Félix Tournachon (1820–1910), a French photographer, caricaturist, journalist, novelist, and balloonist. ALS in French, signed “Nadar,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, December 21, 1904. Nadar writes illustrator and painter Theophile Steinlen. In part (translated): “If you have any compassion left for the decrepit you’ll climb up to my mezzanine—and if you haven’t destroyed my wicked pages, you’ll give them to me. It’s quite ridiculous but I’d really be upset at this time if they were lost; you’ll see what one becomes when one gets old.” He has added the postscript, “Try to come quickly…and if you can’t come quickly, tell me.” Uniform toning and scattered staining and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Nadar and Steinlen collaborated on La misere du cheval in 1905.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

640. LeRoy Neiman. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Neiman standing before some of his work, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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641. LeRoy Neiman.

Lively color 21.5 x 26 print entitled ‘Westchester Classic, West Chester Country Club,’ signed in the bottom border in black felt tip. Framed to an overall size of 22.5 x 27. In fine condition.

Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

642. LeRoy Neiman. Signed book: LeRoy Neiman on Safari. First edition. NY: Harry N. Abrams, 1997. Hardcover with dustjacket, 9.75 x 13, 167 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip, “LeRoy Neiman ’97.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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643. James O’Barr. Color 23 x 35.25 promotional poster for The Crow, signed in silver ink, “J. O’Barr 1994.”

Rolled and in fine condition, with scattered light creasing. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

Peale provides a beautifully detailed list of his most beloved musical compositions: “The music of Edvard Grieg, although not in the religious field, is very descriptive of the majestic nature of his native Norway and, somehow, brings one very close to God through nature”

645. Charles Perrault. French author (1628–1703) who laid the foundations for the literary genre of the fairy tale. ANS in French, signed “Perrault,” one page, 4.25 x 6.5, July 20, 1672. Untranslated note asking Mr. de la Planche to pay the carpenters Le Gendre and Fontenay for their work. In very good condition, with scattered toning and foxing, some stray ink flecks to borders, and a couple trivial tears along central horizontal fold. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

644. Norman Vincent Peale. Protestant

preacher and author (1898–1993) best known for his self-help bestseller The Power of Positive Thinking. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 25, 1983. Peale writes to Herb Moore, Classical Music Director at WRVH, in part: “I am complimented that you wish to include me in the series you are planning concerning preferences in classical music, and am pleased to offer my own. Since a great part of my life has been spent in the ministry, my preference in classical music is centered mainly in the religious field. I find the great oratorios, such as Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ and the wonderfully inspiring ‘Hallelujah Chorus,’ from that work uplifting. Haydn’s ‘Creation,’ with its musical description of the beginning of the firmament, is also a glorious work that lifts the heart. The works of Bach, too numerous to mention specifically, are magnificent. To hear a chorus sing ‘Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring’ is an experience that heightens one’s spirituality. The music of Edvard Grieg, although not in the religious field, is very descriptive of the majestic nature of his native Norway and, somehow, brings one very close to God through nature.” In fine condition, with trivial brushing to the end of the signature. A comprehensive musical reflection from the multi-faceted preacher. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce news photo of Picasso and Jacqueline out on the town 646. Pablo Picasso. Vintage glossy 9.25 x 7 photo of Picasso, clad in a tuxedo, exiting a car with his last wife Jacqueline, stamped on the reverse, “Copyright by L. Mirkine, Nice,” inscribed in blue artist’s pencil in French to “Inés,” and signed “Picasso.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges, scattered creases and surface marks, some light irregular adhesion to signature, and curling to vertical edges. Inés was the Picasso’s trusted housekeeper for over fifteen years. An uncommonly large candid photo of the greatest modern master. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 647. Marcel Prevost. French author

and dramatist (1862–1941). Vintage matte-finish 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Gerschel of Paris, affixed to a Gerschel mount, signed and inscribed vertically, in French, in ink. In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks and edge dings.

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Original Plath sketch, identified by her husband 648. Sylvia Plath.

Poet, novelist and short story writer (1932–1963), who committed suicide after her separation from her husband and a long bout with depression.

Charming original vintage unsigned ink sketch of a tea kettle on an off-white 5.5 x 4.25 sheet, identified on the reverse in pencil by her husband, Ted Hughes, “By Sylvia Plath, Ted Hughes.” In fine condition. Plath was an accomplished artist, who developed what she called ‘a kind of primitive style of my own which I am very fond of.’ A major retrospective of her drawings took place in London in 2011. This is the first Plath we have ever offered. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

The southern sympathizer concedes and sends a verse of ‘Maryland, My Maryland’ 649. James R. Randall. ALS, one lightly

lined page, 5 x 11, October 21, 1895. Randall writes to an admirer. In part: “I have so many calls to write ‘My Maryland’ autographically that I am not able very conveniently, to oblige kind folks in this particular. I beg that you will be content for one verse.”

After signing, he adds a postscript: “See the Century Magazine for August 1887, for an account of ‘My Maryland’ etc.” On a second sheet, mounted to the bottom of the letter, Randall pens the words to his song. In part: “Hark to an exiled son’s appeal, Maryland!

My Mother-State, to thee I kneel, Maryland!…

Maryland! My Maryland!” Light toning and scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. An uncommon and desirable quote with provenance by the writer himself. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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650. Frederic Remington. American art-

ist (1861–1909) best known for his paintings and sculptures of the American West, and for his depictions of cowboy life in particular. Ink signature, “Frederic Remington,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1.25 card. In fine condition, with a mild shade of toning to card.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

651. Norman Rockwell. Color

8.5 x 12 book page of Rockwell’s ‘Choosin’ Up,’ signed in black felt tip. Creasing and a few small tears to the top edge, and a small area of paper loss to the top right corner, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

652. Norman Rockwell. FDC with a ca-

chet honoring Samuel Clemens’s Tom Sawyer, signed in black felt tip, “Sincerely, Norman Rockwell.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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653. Norman Rockwell. Lim-

ited edition 19.5 x 25.5 artist’s proof print entitled ‘The Runaway,’ signed in the lower border in pencil.

Scattered creases and dings to right edge, as well as some light horizontal creases, otherwise fine condition. Rolled. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

654. Norman Rockwell. Color

limited edition 19 x 26 lithograph of Benjamin Franklin honoring the bicentennial of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, numbered #134/200, signed in the lower border in pencil. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 24 x 31. In fine condition, with a mild overall shade of toning.

Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rodin invites a lady to visit in the midst of his unwanted involvement in the Dreyfus Affair

655. Auguste Rodin. Seminal and highly

lauded French sculptor (1840–1917) whose works, including the iconic ‘The Kiss’ and ‘The Thinker,’ earned him a place among the most influential artistic figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

ALS in French, signed “A. Rodin,” one page, 4.25 x 7, May 28, 1898.

Letter to an unidentified woman. In full (translated): “You will always find me at my home on Saturday from 3 to 5, glad to see you. All my best compliments.” Small separations along central horizontal fold, a bit of scattered light soiling, and a uniform shade of toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

656. Romain Rolland. French writer who won the 1916 Nobel Prize

for literature. Untranslated ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.25, November 29, 1925. Rolland pens two pages in his expressive hand. Central horizontal fold, a few small tears along the edges, and a collector’s pencil notation below the signature, only slightly affecting the first letter, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

657. Damon Runyon. Vintage green fountain pen signature, “To Marie, Damon Runyon, ‘Lady for a Day,’” on a yellow 4.5 x 6 album page.

In fine condition, with light creasing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Iconic portrait of The Head of Christ 658. Warner Sallman.

Christian painter (1892–1968) best known for his portrait ‘The Head of Christ,’ of which more than 500 million copies have been sold. Color vintage 6 x 7.75 paperstock photo of Sallman’s famous ‘Head of Christ’ portrait, signed in black ink, “Phil.

2 9–11, Warner Sallman ‘54.” Some light to moderate contrast to portions of signature and quotation, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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659. Carl Sandburg.

Signed book: Carl Sandburg. First edition. Cleveland: World Publishing Company, 1961. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.75, 287 pages. Signed on the first free end page in black felt tip by Sandburg, and also signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint by the author Harry Golden. Toning and foxing to fore-edges, foxing to spine, clipped dustjacket, and scattered light wear and creasing to dustjacket, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

663. Dr. Seuss. Glossy 5 x 7 photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “With best wishes to Bob Walz—Dr. Seuss.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and creases. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

664. Dr. Seuss. Printed color sketch of the

Cat in the Hat on a white 5.5 x 8.5 sheet, whimsically inscribed in black felt tip, “Herewith: One Special Autograph for Kristian Hanson,” and signed in red artist’s pencil, “Dr. Seuss.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

660. Maurice Sendak. Fantas-

tic original signed pencil sketch of characters from the Little Bear series on a sheer 12 x 9 sheet of artist’s paper, signed below the image in pencil, “Maurice Sendak.” In fine condition, with some trivial rippling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

661. Maurice Sendak. Signed book: Nut-

cracker. First edition.

NY: Crown Publishers, Inc., 1984. Hardcover with dustjacket, 10.25 x 10.25, 102 pages.

Signed on the half-title page in black ink. In fine condition, with a price clip to the inside of the dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

665. George Bernard Shaw. Hand-addressed printed postcard, 4.5 x 3.5, addressed by Shaw to “The Hon Secretary, 38 Stockwell Park Crescent, S.W. 9,” and postmarked London, February 26, 1930.

A printed statement on the reverse reads: “Mr. Bernard Shaw, who is not and never has been a professional lecturer, is now obliged to restrict his appearances as a public speaker to special and exceptional occasions, mostly of a political kind. He therefore begs secretaries of societies to strike his name from their lists of available speakers. Mr. Shaw does not open exhibitions or bazaars, take the chair, speak at public dinners, give his name as vice-president or patron, nor do any ceremonial public work; and he begs his correspondents to excuse him accordingly.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

662. Ernest Thompson Seton. Nature writer (1860–1946) who founded the modern school of animal fiction and helped found the Boy Scouts of America.

Signed book: Santana: The Hero Dog of France. Limited edition first edition of 500 copies (this being No. 40). Los Angeles: The Phoenix Press, 1945. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 61 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page: “To Mrs. Helen Crane.

This story of a noble dog—that I knew well in a brief spell—But whose history is bound to last for ages. The noblest Dog in France—The Savior of Verdun—With best wishes of the author, Ernest Thompson Seton, 30 May, 1945.” Seton has added a paw-print drawing beneath his signature. In very good condition, with soiling and toning to the pages, light shelf wear and soiling to boards, and some fading to the spine. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“My country, ’tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty” 666. Samuel Francis Smith. Boston-born Baptist minister and

academic (1808–1895) best known as the lyricist of ‘America’ (’My Country ’Tis of Thee’), written while he was a student at Andover Theological Seminary. AQS on an off-white 6 x 3.5 sheet. Smith pens the first verse to America. In full: “My country, ’tis of thee,/ Sweet land of liberty,/Of thee I sing;/Land where my fathers died,/ Land of the pilgrims’ pride,/From every mountainside,/Let freedom ring.” Signed at the conclusion, “S. Fr. Smith, Written in 1832, March 22, ‘95.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling and small mounting remnants on reverse. Any example of this classic collectible Americana have become quite elusive and highly prized by collectors. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

A rose is a rose is a rose: Stein sends New Year’s wishes to a fellow member of the rue de Fleurus 667. Gertrude Stein. Expatriate American writer (1874–1946) best known for novels, poetry, and opera libretti marked by a distinctive, playfully experimental, sometimes nonsensical use of language. ALS, one page, 5.25 x 4, embossed A Rose Is a Rose letterhead, no date. Letter to Kitty Buss. In full: “Thanks for your Christmas card and the best of new year’s greetings to you, and I hope you will like it, I mean the new year.” Accompanied by the back of an envelope with Stein’s red wax seal bearing the legend “A Rose is a Rose,” showing a red rose with petals and leaves. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. Letter is housed in a gold-lettered custom case. Buss was a friend of Stein and Alice Toklas and a part of their literary circle, rue de Fleurus. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Steinbeck inscribed a first UK edition of The Pearl “avec plaisir” 668. John Steinbeck. Signed book: The Pearl. First UK edition.

London: William Heinemann Ltd, 1948. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.25 x 8, 97 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page, “For Mrs. Blanch Janenod, avec plaisir, John Steinbeck.” In good condition, with some light toning and foxing to signed page, moderate toning to pastedowns and opening and closing pages, partially separated half-title page, pencil notation to first free-end page, and light wear to covers and spine. Dustjacket is toned and creased, with several tape repairs and edge tears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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669. John Steinbeck. Vintage ink signature, “John Steinbeck,” on

an off-white 4.25 x 1.5 lightly-lined clipped slip. In very good condition, with light toning and soiling, an ink notation in another hand below the signature, a faint paperclip impression lightly affecting the signature, and some trivial brushing to the beginning of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

670. Theophile Steinlen. Swiss-

born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker (1859–1923).

ALS in French, signed “Steinlen,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, August 26, 1898.

Steinlen writes painter and photographer Georges Haquette. In part (translated): “I don’t think I can put it off any longer, my dear Mr. Haquette—for Mariani—for a great many others I must have my photo taken and for that who can do better than you, the man designated. I’ll be [at your studio] tomorrow at 9. Madame Steinlen…will follow me 2 or 3 days later.” A central horizontal and vertical fold, scattered staining, and uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. Haquette’s ‘Album Mariani’ appeared in 1899. It contained photographs of prominent people and their testimonials for Angelo Marian’s cocaine-laced wine.

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671. Bram Stoker.

Irish author (1847– 1912) best known for his horror classic Dracula. Ink signature, “Believe me, Sincerely yours, Bram Stoker,” on an off-white 2 x 1.75 slip, clipped from a larger letter, and affixed to a 6.25 x 3.75 off-white album page.

In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“A Direction Sure to produce Happiness, Here & Forever.

Trust in the Lord, And do Good”

672. Harriet Beecher Stowe. AQS on an

off-white 4 x 3.25 lightly-lined slip. Stowe writes, “A Direction Sure to produce Happiness, Here & Forever. Trust in the Lord, And do Good. With best wishes of your unknown friend, Harriet Beecher Stowe, March 5, 1888.” Slip is affixed to an identical size slip, which is in turn affixed to an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, with a clipped photo of Stowe’s house, a newspaper clipping, and an old catalog description. Also accompanied by a hardcover first illustrated edition of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. In very good condition, with uniform toning to slip, as well as a bit of light soiling.

Book rates good to very good, with a bookplate of noted autograph collector Nathaniel Edward Stein affixed to front pastedown, scattered toning and dampstaining to inside pages, scattered wear to covers and spine, and creasing to joints, with front joint repaired. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

673. August Strindberg.

Important Swedish novelist and playwright (1849–1912) who takes a place among the most influential figures in the development of modern theater.

ALS in his native language, signed “August Strindberg,” and “A. S.,” on the correspondence side of a 3.5 x 5.5 postcard, no date. Strindberg thanks his correspondent (a close friend that he addresses by his initials M. M) for proofs of one of his books and calls his attention to pages 96 to 107 in a postscript which he signs with his initials. In very good condition, with horizontal crease, uniform toning, and scattered staining and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“He is a man of rare discernment, whose excellent taste is identical with mine in the case of his great favorite” 674. James Thurber. TLS

signed in pencil “Jim Thurber,” one page, 8.5 x 11, July 31, 1951.

Thurber writes to fellow cartoonist, Mary Petty, in full: “Last night I was listening to the Cholly Knickerbocker radio program and he interviewed, over the ocean, a Punch artist named Roland Emmett—I think it was ‘Roland.’ He draws trains and invented, among other stations, the lovely towns of Dar Tottering and Abbots Grumbling. When he was asked to name his favorite American cartoonists he said, ‘Mary Petty, Steinberg, and Thurber’ and then added, ‘Mary Petty is my great favorite.’ He is a man of rare discernment, whose excellent taste is identical with mine in the case of his great favorite.” Scattered light creasing, uniform light toning, and a horizontal mailing fold lightly grazing the bottom of the first letter in the signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

675. Joseph M. W. Turner. English painter (1775–1851) considered the best landscape painter of the 19th century. Third-person ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7.25, no date. Letter reads, in full: “Mr. Turner presents his compliments to Miss Rushart and to state that the Liber Studiorum consists of 14 No’s. Five subjects in each. Price 14 pounds + 14.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creasing and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

676. George Sylvester Viereck. German-American

poet (1884–1962) who gained worldwide fame in the first decade of the twentieth century.

He was also widely known as a pro-Nazi propagandist, organizing a gathering of 20,000 ‘Friends of New Germany’ at Madison Square Garden in 1934. After being indicted and convicted under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, Viereck was imprisoned from 1942–1947. Vintage ink signature and inscription, “For Charles E. Combs with the good wishes of his friend the author, George Sylvester Viereck, New York, 1912,” on an off-white 4.25 x 3.75 sheet. In fine condition, with trimmed edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Often it is because people want to keep reading one writer generation after generation.

The professors looked down their noses at Dickens. But people, decade after decade, loved his stuff—and so he lives” 677. Irving Wallace. Best-sell-

ing author and screenwriter (1916– 1990), well loved for his straightforward, blue-collar approach and extensively researched—extensively sexual—novels. Four items: two ALSs, 5.5 x 8.5 and 7.25 x 10.5, both on personal letterhead, The first, October 9, 1975, Irving writes to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Heller, Sr., in full: “‘And almost everyone in the group solemnly agreed.’—The last words of The Chapman Report. And everyone joyously agrees your 50th is a happy and exciting occasion”; and the second letter, addressed to Reverend M. J. Forwood, dated April 2, 1977, reads in full: “‘The ultimate prize is to know that each day’s challenge is meaningful & offered for use, that it must be taken to the bosom, & it must be used…’ From The Prize. The happiest birthday ever!”; an AQS signed “Irving Wallace, April, 1984,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card.

Irving writes, “He knew where he was going. And so, at last, at last, he could go on…”; and a TLS, one page both sides, 7.25 x 3.5, personal letterhead, October 24, 1979. Irving writes to Brother Norbert, in part: “What makes literary work lasting? A lot of that happens in a phoney way. The academics get behind a book, push it to their college classes year after year, and that does it. But often it is because people want to keep reading one writer generation after generation. The professors looked down their noses at Dickens. But people, decade after decade, loved his stuff—and so he lives.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges to the TLS. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“I can’t see for the life of me why a man who disagrees with Mr. Roosevelt about one policy should not disagree with him about nine others and be supporting someone else even though on the one policy he speaks pleasantly about him”

678. Andy Warhol. Pensive

glossy 8 x 10 promotional halflength photo, boldly signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light creasing and some light rubbing to the end of the signature.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

681. William Allen White.

679. Robert Penn Warren.

Pulitzer Prize–winning American author (1905–1989) best known for his classic 1946 novel All the King’s Men. Distinguished glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders profile photo, signed in the bottom border in black ballpoint. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I feel it was one of the best things that have happened to me for a long time”

Author, editor, politician, and leader of the Progressive movement (1868–1944), White was the face and voice of middle America.

TLS boldly signed “W. A. White,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The Emporia Gazette letterhead, August 30, 1940. White writes to Mrs. Craig C. Miller of Michigan, in part: “I am supporting Wendell Willkie with all of the enthusiasm I can. I believe that President Roosevelt’s foreign policy has been on the whole good…I can’t see for the life of me why a man who disagrees with Mr. Roosevelt about one policy should not disagree with him about nine others and be supporting someone else even though on the one policy he speaks pleasantly about him. It is too much for me. I’m writing to Mr. Moses.” Intersecting folds, one passing through a single letter of the signature, and light creasing, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

680. Rebecca West. English journal-

ist, novelist, and critic (1892–1983). ALS, one page, 5.5 x 7, Ibstone House, Ibstone, Nr. High Wycombe, Bucks letterhead, February 28, 1959. West writes, in full: “I enjoyed myself so much at the Fellowship Tea. I am most grateful to you for the experience.

It was most keen of you to ask me, and not only because it brought back my memories of Ellen Terry but because I met so many people there whom I admire and love. I feel it was one of the best things that have happened to me for a long time.” A central horizontal and vertical fold, one passing through a single letter of the signature, light creasing, and an ink and pencil notation, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Robust signature of one of the most influential American poets 682. Walt Whitman. Large and bold fountain pen signature, “Walt Whitman, Dec: 8 1885,” on an off-white 4 x 2.25 card. Also signed on the reverse by Mary Davis, Whitman’s companion and care taker towards the end of his life. In fine condition, with some mild toning and soiling. A large and boldly-penned example.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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683. Walt Whitman. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Whitman, payable to order of WW Bennett for $18.00, May 5, 1888. Three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, cancellation cut to center, and some mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Union veteran William W. Bennett is listed as a comrade in the 1886 roster of Camden’s William B. Hatch Post No. 37, Grand Army of the Republic. The same day as writing this check, Whitman had a conversation with Horace Traubel, documented in With Walt Whitman in Cambridge by Traubel in 1906, he spoke of his opinion of Matthew Arnold, John Milton, Dante, and Verdi. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

684. Olaf Wieghorst. Painter of the American West (1899–1988).

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, September 25, 1980.

In full: “Thank you for sending me the picture of your cousin Hinsons, painting. I think it is quite good.

Sorry I do not have any paintings for sale at this time. Am enclosing a photo as you requested.”

In fine condition, with light bends and wrinkling. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

686. Jamie Wyeth. The youngest member of the Brandywine School, which includes his grandfather N. C. Wyeth and father Andrew Wyeth, he opened his first one-man show in New York City at the age of twenty. Color 4.25 x 6 postcard photo of Wyeth’s work entitled ‘The Capstan,’ signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

687. Stefan Zweig.

685. Jamie Wyeth. Two hardcover copies of Sammy in the Sky, 10 x 11.5, each signed on the title page in blue felt tip, “Jamie Wyeth,” and in black felt tip by the author, “B. A. Walsh.” In fine condition, with light creasing to the top right corners of each dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Signed book: Sternstunden der Menschheit: Funf historische Miniaturen. Leipzig: Infel, 1940. Hardcover, 5 x 7.25, 77 pages. Signed in purple ink on the first free end page. Uniform block of toning to signed page and front and rear pastedown, foxing to fore-edges, light wear, subtle surface loss and fading to covers and spine, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Zola writes to his Italian publisher and ally in the Dreyfus Affair

688. Emile Zola. Prolific French

journalist, novelist, and activist (1840–1902) best known as one of the leading figures of naturalism and for his inflammatory 1898 open letter, ‘J’Accuse!,’ which exposed the anti-Semitism of the French press and government in the infamous Dreyfus Affair. ALS, in French, two pages, 5.25 x 8, February 18, 1896. Zola writes to Attilio Luzzatto, editor-in-chief of La Tribuna, a daily newspaper in Rome that published Zola’s novels in serial form. Luzzatto was Jewish and La Tribuna was later a strong supporter of Zola in the Dreyfus Affair. In part (translated): “I acknowledge receipt…of 2000 francs…for the second installment of ‘Rome,’ according to our arrangement. It seems to me that you’re moving very fast in ‘The Tribune’ and I’m afraid that you might get ahead of the French text in ‘Le Journal.’

Please be careful about that. In the worst event you might run short of copy. My wife and I send you and Madame Luzzatto…our most cordial greetings.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold to letter, lightly passing through signature.

Accompanied by a related ADS, in French, one page, 5 x 8, May 19, 1896. Zola writes, in full (translated): “Received from Mr. Attilio Luzzatto on account from La Tribuna the sum of 1750 francs…price agreed upon for the purchase of all translation rights in the Italian language for my novel ‘Rome’.” In fine condition.

After “five ferocious” weeks in Rome during which he made a “vast inquest,” Zola completed the research for his novel Rome in 1894. He finished the novel in 1896 as part of his Three Cities Trilogy. It was published as a serial simultaneously in Le Journal in Paris and La Tribuna in Rome from December to May, after which it appeared in bookstores. Zola had close ties to Italy as his father was Italian. William Dean Howells wrote of Zola: “At the bottom of his soul, though not perhaps at the bottom of his heart, he was Italian.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I have written to the recently published English translation for purposes of confusion” 687. William Butler Yeats. Highly regarded Irish poet and playwright (1865–1939) recognized as one of the key figures in twentieth-century literature. Uncommon ALS signed “WB Yeats,” one page, lightly-lined, 8.25 x 5.25, July 15. Letter in Yeats’ difficult to decipher hand to Mr. O’Brien. In part: “I find that I never answered your note of March 15 … to read your translation. This note is merely to say that I have written to the recently published English translation for purposes of confusion I can let you know what I think when it comes.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Yeats to an overall size of 18 x 11.25. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, a uniform shade of mild toning, and a few light creases. Yeats is scarce in any form, particularly handwritten letters.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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690. Brad Anderson. Four items: three original felt tip sketches of Anderson’s beloved dog, Marmaduke, all on individual white sheets ranging in size from 6 x 4 to 8.5 x 11, each signed in black felt tip; and a felt tip signature, “B. A.,” on a white 5 x 7 sheet of personal illustrated letterhead, adding the words “No Photo” above the signature. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 691. Carl Anderson.

“Eh-what’s up ‘Doc’?”

695. Mel Blanc. Color 8 x 10 cardstock photo of Blanc surrounded by his animated friends, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “Eh-what’s up ‘Doc’ and Yoken family? ‘Bugs Bunny & Gang,’ 5-22-84, Mel Blanc.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the cover of the original mailing envelope panel. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Original vintage signed and inscribed ink sketch of Henry on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card, signed and inscribed, “To Harry Semanchuk, Best o’ luck, Carl Anderson.” In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

696. Milton Caniff. Original vintage signed and inscribed full-length ink and watercolor sketch of Steve Canyon on an off-white 11 x 14 heavy cardstock, signed and inscribed “Steve Canyon for Maxine Burnett, with my very best wishes, Milton Caniff N.Y. 1951.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling and dampstaining and a few edge chips and dings. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

692. Carl Barks. Joy-

ous color satin-finish 6 x 4 photo of the artist with one of his acclaimed characters, Scrooge McDuck, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a handwritten letter from his manager, Kathy Morby. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

693. Ernie Bushmiller. Original signed

ink sketch of Sluggo Smith on a beige 4 x 6 card, signed and inscribed in ink, “To Albert Wilkerson, Ernie Bushmiller.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

694. Mel Blanc. Color 8 x 10 card-

stock photo of Blanc surrounded by his animated friends, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “Eh–What’s up Eva? Bugs Bunny & Gang, Mel Blanc, 12/10/79.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creases and fingerprints. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

697.

Cartoonists.

Twenty-nine FDCs and one Inauguration Day cover, some bearing color cachets and others bearing affixed cards, stickers or images, each signed in ink or pencil, and all bearing an original ink or pencil sketch of the respective artist’s popular characters. Signers are: Phil Bissell, Jerry Scott, Tom Wilson, Harvey Ball, Hank Ketcham and Bill Keane, Joe Martin, Dick Moores, Jim Berry, Virgil Partch, Hilary B. Price, Rudolph Wendelin, Les Carroll, Mel Casson, Art Clokey, Ben Smith, Jim Thompson, Eldon Dedini, Mort Walker, Kevin Eastman, Kevin Fagan, Lynn Johnston, Tom Batiuk, Eugene Craig, Irwin Hasen, Graham Nolan, Howard Rands, Art and Chip Sansom, Sherrie Shepherd, Peter Kohlsaat, and Pat Brady. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

698. Jim Davis. Signed

book: Garfield at 25: In Dog Years I’d Be Dead. First edition. NY: Ballantine, 2002.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 9.25 x 12, 221 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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699. Jim Davis. Two

items: TLS, one page, 5.75 x 8.75, illustrated letterhead featuring an area of jagged teeth marks to the left corner, with Garfield munching on the bitten paper, August 1988. Davis writes to a fan, in part: “Your support of my fat friend has kept him well-supplied with lasagna and has allowed him to remain one of the most popular comic strip characters in print and on television…I have enclosed an autographed print.

Enjoy!”; and a printed ink sketch of Garfield perched on Odie’s back, dangling a bone at the end of a fishing rod in front of the running dog, signed in red felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

700. Walt Disney. Grandiose

vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Barbara, Walt Disney,” on a light blue 7.25 x 5.5 album page, featuring a Kim Hunter signature on the reverse. In fine condition, with some trivial creasing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Disney inscribes a Hollywood Bowl photo to “The Lovely First Lady of California” 701. Walt Disney. Vintage 6 x 8.5 head-and-shoulders photo from the Hollywood Bowl magazine, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To The Lovely First Lady of California, Walt Disney.”Scattered light creasing, mild to moderate edge tears, top left and bottom right corner tips missing, and trimmed edges, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a photo of Disney and then California governor, Goodwin J. Knight, on stage at the Hollywood Bowl in July of 1955.

This special evening, attended by the governor and his wife, Virginia Knight, was a musical celebration of the phenomena that Walt Disney’s films had already become.

A full orchestra was on hand to serenade attendees with the soundtracks that brought some of Disney’s most acclaimed films to life, including including Pinocchio, Lady and the Tramp, and Davy Crockett, which was slated to debut in theatre’s on July 20th. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

703. Walt Disney. Signed book: So Dear to My Heart. First edition. NY: Doubleday, 1947.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.5 x 8.25, 255 pages. Signed in fountain pen on the first free endpaper, “Walt Disney.” Some mild toning to signed page, light toning to inside pages, clip to dustjacket, and scattered toning and light creasing to dustjacket, as well as a bit of paper loss to edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Ultra-rare 1966 Gold Pass, issued to the ex-governor of California, one of the last Disney would sign as he would die later that year 704. Walt Disney. Original 1966 Disneyland Gold Pass, 3.75 x 2.5, issued to California Governor Goodwin J. Knight and his wife, signed on the front in blue ballpoint, “Walt Disney.” Accompanied by a photo of Governor Knight and Disney during a presentation ceremony at the Hollywood Bowl. In fine condition.

Only people of distinction were lucky enough to receive the illustrious Gold Pass, an exclusive ticked which allowed the holder access to each theme park owned and operated by The Walt Disney Company.

The first was given to the first paying patron of the park in 1955; since then, such icons such as Art Linkletter and JFK have counted themselves amongst the select few to receive such unparalleled access to Disney’s magic, Governor Knight had been tied to Disneyland since the opening ceremonies on July 17, 1955. Assisting with the event’s festivities, he called Disneyland “a wondrous community with all the charm of the old world and all of the progress and ingenuity of the new world.”

These passes were issued annually, each signed by Disney himself until 1966, the year two very significant events would dazzle—and devastate—the wide world of Disney. On May 28th, the now world renowned boat ride, It’s a Small World, which was initially introduced at the 1964 World Fair in New York to test concepts and attractions for the park, was moved to what would become its permanent home at Fantasyland. That same year, Disney himself was preparing for neck surgery, a result of his polo-playing days at the Riviera Club in Hollywood. Biopsy results unearthed a malignant tumor which had already spread throughout his left lung. Acting fast, doctor’s removed the lung, but not soon enough. Ten days after his 65th birthday, on December 15, 1966, Disney succumbed to acute circulatory collapse, caused by lung cancer. This 1966 Golden pass was literally one of the last personally granted by Disney himself, making this exceptionally desirable all-access ticket a rare and exemplary piece of Disneyland memorabilia. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

705. Walt Disney. Signed book: Donald Duck and

His Nephews. Later printing. Boston: D. C. Heath, 1940. Hardcover, 6.25 x 8.5, 66 pages. Signed and inscribed in red crayon on the half-title page, “To Dena, Best wishes, Walt Disney.” Owner’s bookplate affixed to front pastedown, mild shade of toning to signed page, as well as inside pages, and some light wear and rubbing to covers, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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706. Walt Disney.

Crisp and clear personal check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to Walt Disney—Special Account for $1100.00, stamp-dated September 11, 1952. Matted and framed with a beautiful image of Mickey and Minnie to an overall size of 19.25 x 21. Expected cancellation notation, stamps, and holes, the latter of which affect the first three letters of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Walt rectifies a spelling mistake on a previous cel by signing another 707. Walt Disney. Original hand-painted animation cel from Disney’s production of 101 Dalmatians, showing Pongo outdoors, and set against a specially prepared color background. The untrimmed visible image of the cel measures 9.75 x 8, and is housed in its original 13.5 x 11.5 mat. Signed and inscribed on the mat in blue ballpoint, “To Hugh Jr., Walt Disney.” Framed to an overall size of 15 x 13. In very good condition, with light rippling to cel, cracking and crazing to the paint, and a small spot to lower left corner of mat. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the daughter-in-law of the original recipient, political cartoonist Hugh Haynie. In full: “This cel was signed by Walt Disney in my father-in-laws presence during an editorial cartoonist convention in Disneyland. May father-in-law, Hugh Haynie, was a very well known political cartoonist. During the convention, Hugh asked Walt Disney to sign a cel to as a gift to his son, Hugh Smith Haynie, Jr. He did sign the cel but misspelled Haynie. Therefore, he signed another cel simply addressed to Hugh Jr.” Disney cels are highly desirable particularly with such provenance. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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708. Walt Disney. Original hand-painted animation cel from Disney’s

1961 production of 101 Dalmatians, showing Pongo and Roger in the parlor, and set against a specially prepared color background. The untrimmed visible image of the cel measures 9.75 x 8, and is housed in its original 13.5 x 11.5 mat. Signed and inscribed on the mat in blue ballpoint, “To Hugh Hayney Jr., Walt Disney.” Framed to an overall size of 15 x 13. Light rippling to cel, a few cracks to the paint, and staining to lower left corner of mat, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the daughter-in-law of the original recipient, political cartoonist Hugh Haynie. In full: “This cel was signed by Walt Disney in my father-in-law’s presence during an editorial cartoonist convention in Disneyland. My father-in-law, Hugh Haynie, was a very well known political cartoonist. During the convention, Hugh asked Walt Disney to sign a cel to as a gift to his son, Hugh Smith Haynie, Jr. He did sign the cel but misspelled Haynie. Therefore, he signed another cel simply addressed to Hugh Jr.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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In the contract that made Disneyland a reality, Disney “intends to open to the public a large exhibition park containing educational, scientific and amusement features” 709. Walt Disney. Remarkable DS, twice signed at the conclusion, “Walter E. Disney,”

four onionskin pages, 8.5 x 13, March 24, 1954. A “television agreement” between Walt Disney Productions (hereinafter referred to as Productions) and the American Broadcasting Company “for the broadcasting of certain television programs.” The contract goes on to provide a description of the fledgling Disneyland as a “California corporation with an issued and outstanding capital stock of 2500 shares without par value, of which 2400 shares have been issued to Walter E. Disney and 100 shares have been issues to W. E. D. Enterprises,” which “intends to open to the public a large exhibition park containing educational, scientific and amusement features…Productions is entering into an agreement with Disneyland under which Productions will pay to Disneyland a sum equal to 10% of the program basic rate for the filmed television programs, to be furnished by Productions to ABC, as a royalty for the use of the copyrights and format of Disneyland. In addition, Productions will pay Disneyland a sum equal to 5% of such basic rate as a prepaid location charge…If under the television agreement Productions shall receive a price for its filmed television programs in excess of the amount referred to in said agreement, the excess over such minimum price may be paid by ABC delivering to Productions first mortgage bonds of Disneyland at par. The minimum price under the television agreement is $50,000 per program for the first year; $60,000 per program for the second year, and $70,000 per program for the third year.” Also signed at the conclusion

by Roy Disney, Lloyd Wright, and the vice president of ABC. In very good condition, with the top left corner of the first page missing, a crease to the bottom left corner of the last page, and the expected document staple marks, creasing, pencil notations, and edge chips.

Disney dreamed about opening a theme park for years, but only secured the necessary capital by collaborating with the television network ABC in 1954. He had created WED Enterprises to undertake the planning and production of the park, but difficulty in raising the necessary funds for the project brought him to look toward television as a revenue source. ABC—the newest and weakest of the television networks— leaped at the opportunity. Leonard Goldenson, ABC’s chairman, was desperate to forge an alliance with Disney for programming. Goldenson championed the deal, and ABC traded a stake in Disneyland the park for the one-hour television series Disneyland. ABC and Walt Disney Productions announced the agreement in a joint press release on April 2, 1954, promising “an entirely new concept in television programming.” Disney would later joke, “ABC needed the television show so damned bad, they bought the amusement park.” Both the show and the park were tremendously successful. An extraordinary document that made Disneyland possible and Disney into a television icon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Splendid Mickey Mouse 25th anniversary print 710. Walt Disney. Vibrant color 7.5 x 10 print of Mickey Mouse standing in either an office or a library, with the shelves covered in books and awards, in honor of his 25th anniversary, done by Disney artist John Hench in 1953, signed and inscribed in brown artist’s pencil

by Disney on the cream colored 13.25 x 17 mat, “To Carlos Lopez, all best wishes, Walt Disney.” Light partially visible pencil notation on mat under print reads, “Mickey Mouse 25th Anniversary.” Framed to an overall size of 19 x 24. Several horizontal creases to mat, and a trivial crease to print, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

714. Will Eisner.

Signed book: Will Eisner Sketchbook. Limited edition of 500 copies (This being No. 201).

Northhampton, Massachusetts: Kitchen Sink Press, 1995. Hardcover, 8.75 x 11. Signed on a limited edition bookplate affixed to the first free end page. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

715. Will Elder.

Original signed ink sketch of Little Annie Fannie wearing a tight-fitting and revealing tank top, lamenting, “So sorry you have to see me this way. I’m only half finished.

Mr. Elder stepped out for lunch and hasn’t been seen since!!” on an off-white 5 x 7 board. A thin white sheet taped over the sketch bears a brief ALS, dated December 10, 1998: “Words cannot express my emotions within me, so please accept instead a color sketch of our heroine Annie!” A faint scratch to the board, a protective transparent sheet taped to top edge of card, and some light creasing to the letter, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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716. Will Elder. Color limited edition

20 x 24 poster of Little Annie Fannie in the nude before an open window full of peeping toms, numbered #470/500, signed in pencil by Elder and Harvey Kurtz. Rolled and in fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

717. Marcia Fertig. Limited edition

hand-painted animation cel, #137/250, 12.5 x 10.5, featuring Spike building a small dog house for Tyke. Signed in black felt tip by Fertig, and set against a preprinted color satin-finish background. Cel bears a 1991 Turner Home Entertainment, Inc. limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

718. Marcia Fertig. Limited edition hand-painted animation cel, #61/250, 12.5 x 10.5, featuring Droopy the Dog and the Wolf during a doctor’s appointment.

Signed in black felt tip by Fertig, and set against a pre-printed color satin-finish background. Cel bears a 1991 Turner Home Entertainment, Inc. limited edition gold stamp.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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719. Friz Freleng.

Color hand-painted animation cel from De Patie-Freleng Studios, 9.75 x 9.5, featuring the Pink Panther holding a car tire over his head on a stage set from a 1988 United Artists Studio theatrical release. Signed in black felt tip, and set against a pre-printed background. Double-matted to an overall size of 18 x 14. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I was a ‘Duck man’ in 1940-41!”

723. Hank Ketcham. Original signed and inscribed ink sketch of Donald Duck, with Ketcham writing “Quite right. I was a ‘Duck man’ in 1940-41!,” referencing his time as a Disney artist, and Dennis the Menace and Margaret, signed and inscribed, “with warm regards to Ervin, a real Dennis historian! Hank Ketcham 1-6-88,” adding “Sorry to have missed you in Cleveland,” on a 4.25 x 9.5 off-white card. In fine condition.RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

720. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo

of Fred, Wilma, and Pebbles riding their beloved dinosaur, Dino, signed in blue felt tip by Hanna and Barbera. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

721. Lynn Johnston. Two items: softcover copy of If This Is a Lecture, How Long Will It Be?, signed and inscribed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint, “For Larry, from ‘I’ve Got Rhythm,’ Lynn Johnston,” adding a heart and a sketch of herself engaged in a rhythmic dance; and a 2006 calendar of the same comic strip, signed and inscribed on the front in black ballpoint, “Thanks, Larry!! Lynn Johnston,” adding a small heart and a small sketch of her face. In very good condition, with some light soiling to the top edge of the signed page, a loose, but intact hinge, a photo-copied letter from Johnston affixed to the inside of the front cover, and light wear, scattered surface marks and a spot of soiling to the cover, and a horizontal bend to the calendar.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

722. Chuck Jones. Fanciful printed ink

sketch of Pepe Le Pew on an off-white 5.5 x 8.5 sheet, signed below in pencil. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

724. Hank Ketcham. Glossy 5 x 7 publicity photo of Ketcham holding a fresh ink painting of Dennis the Menace, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “For K. K. See, Hank Ketcham.” In very fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

725. Walter Lantz. Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Lantz at his easel with a bold drawing of Woody Woodpecker, signed and inscribed in silver ink, “To Hank Clark, Walter Lantz.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 726. Walter Lantz. Three

identical glossy 5 x 6.25 photos featuring Lantz surrounded by his family of animated friends, each signed in gold ink. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

727. Stan Lee. Signed book: Excelsior! Limited edition of 3000 copies (This being No. 1498).

NY: Simon & Schuster, 2002.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 246 pages. Signed on the limitations page by Lee. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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728. Stan Lee. Spider-Man, the Official

Movie Adaptation comic book, issued by Marvel Comics, 6.75 x 10, signed on the front in black felt tip, “Stan Lee.” In fine condition, with some trivial wear to the cover, lightly affecting the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

729. Stan Lee. Nostalgic glossy 8 x 10

photo of a young Lee flanked by Spider Man and Captain America, signed in the bottom right corner in blue felt tip, “Stan Lee, ’90.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

730.

Zack Mosley. Three

items: ALS signed “Zack,” one page, 8.5 x 11, October 10, 1986, Smilin’ Jack Chicago Tribune—New York News Synd—New York City letterhead. Mosley writes to a fan, in part: “Buford and I became good friends during our Chicago Academy of Fine Arts days in late twenties and we all lived on Long Island N. Y. in thirties—Ten or so years ago, a Xmas card to Buford & Tibby at their, then, Calif. Add was returned address unknown. Some other cartoonists & I tried unsuccessfully to locate them—it’s a sad mystery—Tibby had two famous musical brothers—one was Lionel Newman—Music Man for movies”; and two printed Smilin’ Jack strips from July of 1936, each measuring 11 x 7.5, signed and inscribed in red ballpoint, “Cavu to Larry from Zack Mosley, 10-10-86,” with additional notes added. Light toning, a vertical crease running parallel to the left edge, and two small staple marks to the top left corner of the letter, and a few trivial staple marks to each of the comics, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Thank you so much for the little tree. It is truly one of the nicest and most meaningful things we have ever received” 732. Charles Schulz. TLS

signed in brown felt tip “Charles M. Schulz,” one page, 6.25 x 7, personal letterhead, December 20, 1967. Letter of thanks for a tree.

In full: “Thank you so much for the little tree. It is truly one of the nicest and most meaningful things we have ever received. We plan to have a ceremonial planting right here by the studio where we can enjoy it as it grows.” Letter is affixed to an identical size board. In fine condition, with central horizontal fold and a bit of light toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

733. Charles Schulz. Color

glossy 10 x 8 photo of Charlie Brown’s baseball team together on his pitcher’s mound, signed in blue felt tip, “Charles M. Schulz.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

734. Charles Schulz. Signed

731. Charles Schulz. Glossy 7 x 9

photo of a teary-eyed Charlie Brown in his Little League manager’s jersey, signed in black felt tip, “Charles M. Schulz.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and surface dings.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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book: Things I’ve Had to Learn Over and Over and Over (Plus a Few Minor Discoveries). NY: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1984. Hardcover, 7.25 x 7.25. Signed and inscribed on the first free-end page in black felt tip, “For Lauren, Charles Schulz.” In fine condition, with a loose, but intact front hinge, and some light wear to the cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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735. Charles Schulz.

Felt tip signature, “Charles M. Schulz,” on a white card; and a typed letter, signed in type, “Sparky,” personal letterhead, January 9, 1968. Schulz writes “These are all I had time for before leaving for the Crosby. I can do the rest when I get back if you want them. Please let me know.” Both are double matted and framed with a program from the 1968 Bing Crosby Pro-Am golf tournament, to an overall size of 24 x 18.75. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

736. Otto Soglow. Original felt tip sketch of a man tipping his hat to an expectant dog on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed and inscribed, “To John, Billy, Dwight, etc., Also Mr. Bean, From O. Soglow.” In fine condition, with light toning, two horizontal folds, and light creasing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

737. Myron Waldman. Limited

edition hand-painted cel entitled ‘How To Win Friends,’ #101/125, 14 x 10.75, featuring Casper reading a book entitled How To Win Friends. Signed in black felt tip by Waldman, and set against a preprinted color background. In fine condition.RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

738. Myron Waldman. Limited edition hand-painted animation cel, #56/250, entitled, ‘Dancing on the Beach,’ 12.5 x 9, showing Olive Oyl dancing for Popeye, with an onlooking and jealous Brutus in the bushes.

Signed in gold ink by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed satin-finish color background. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 739. Myron Waldman. Limited

edition hand-painted animation cel, #56/500, 12.5 x 10.25, showing Popeye flexing his dynamite-laden bicep. Signed in gold ink by Waldman, and set against a slightly larger pre-printed color satinfinish background. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

740. Myron Waldman. Limited edition

hand-painted animation cel titled ‘Gone Fishing,’ numbered 19/250, 14 x 10.5, featuring Popeye attempting to join his nephews for a day of fishing, signed in gold ink “Myron Waldman,” and set against a pre-printed satin-finish color background. In fine condition, with portions of cel sticking to background. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

741. Myron Waldman.

Limited edition hand-painted animation cel, #A.P. 19/50 entitled ‘Orders Up,’ 12.5 x 10.25, showing Whimpy serving up a burger to Popeye and Swee’Pea with some help from Olive Oyl. Signed in black felt tip by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed lithographic background. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

742. Myron Waldman. Limited edi-

tion hand-painted animation sericel, #415/1000, 16.75 x 12.5, showing Popeye tipping his cap in a baseball uniform.

Signed in black felt tip by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed lithographic background. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

743. Mort Walker. Original signed felt tip sketch of Beetle Bailey on a white 8 x 10 card. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Uncommon correspondence from the tragic composer responsible for the world-renowned operatic phenomena, Carmen

744. Georges Bizet. French composer (1838–1875) whose operatic masterpiece, Carmen, was completed just before his untimely death from heart disease. Scarce ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, no date. Letter to Caro. In full (translated): “I’ve been grabbed by someone else for tomorrow and I was quite imprudent to promise you my evening. I will see Madame Trélant on Sunday and I will then talk to her.

Hope to see you soon, with all my friendship.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a uniform block of toning over text and signature, pencil notation to top edge, small tear to top edge, and small adhesive remnants to left side. With only a handful of letters from Bizet, this note represents one of the limited known communications that remain from the esteemed composer. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

745. Amy Beach. Pianist and composer (1867–1944) who was the first successful American female composer of large-scale art music. AMQS on an off-white 5 x 6.25 off-white sheet. Beach pens two double bars from ‘Heart’s Ease,’ labeled at the top

by Beach, “‘From Grandmother’s Garden,’ ‘Heart’s Ease,’” and signed and inscribed “For Mr. Donald R. Sutphin with best wishes of Mrs. H. H. A. Beach, July 15th, 1925.” Block of toning to upper right portion, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 746. Nadia Boulanger. Composer (1887–1979). She studied at the Paris Conservatoire (18971904), where she won several prizes, and went on to write many vocal and instrumental works, winning second prize at the Grand Prix de Rome in 1908 for her cantata, La Sirène (The Siren). After 1918 she devoted herself to teaching, first at home, and later at the Conservatoire and the Ecole Normale de Musique, where she had international influence. AMQS on a black-bordered 5.25 x 3.5 sheet of Les Maisonettes stationery.

Boulanger pens three measures from an unidentified work, inscribed underneath, to the wife of one of her students, “Pour Madame Chiavegato, Nadia Boulanger.” Stationery is affixed to an identical size sheet. Some mild rippling and some scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

747. Max Bruch. Ger-

man composer (18381920) who wrote over 200 works, including three staples of the violin repertoire, including The 1st Violin Concerto, the ‘Scottish Fantasy’ (violin and orchestra) and his setting of the ‘Kol Nidrei.’ ALS in German, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, April 19, 1875. Letter to a colleague. In part (translated): “Chance has led me to your area earlier than I thought…I’ll return to Bonn next week…I can visit you in Bingen…I look forward to seeing you again; perhaps I’ll also have the pleasure of meeting your bride.” Uniform mild toning and light show-through from writing on opposite side, otherwise fine condition.RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

748. Enrico Caruso.

ALS in Italian, signed “Caruso,” on a 5.25 x 3.5 postcard, postmarked October 9, 1911. Letter to Elsa Crammer. In full (translated): “Thanks for the postcard. My leg is doing well, and I hope I will someday not have to have any more infirmity. A year is long but will pass quickly. A world of hellos.” Matted and framed with two photos of Caruso to an overall size of 21.5 x 11.5. A few light brushes to text and some scattered light foxing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

749. Enrico Caruso. Vintage 5.5 x 3.5 postcard photo, with three images of Caruso, two in the characters from Marta and Rigoletto, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in Italian, “Sincere good wishes for my new friend, Enrico Caruso.” Caruso also addressed the reverse of the postcard, “Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Ditson, City.” In fine condition, with a bit of trivial edge soiling. Ditson was a prominent music publisher, and he and his wife, Alice, left large endowments for music education. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A quote from his 1926 Harpsicord concerto

750. Manuel de Falla. Important Spanish composer (1876–1946)

who takes a place among the most distinguished figures in twentiethcentury music. His ballets The Three-Cornered Hat (1917) and El Amor Brujo (1915) remain staples of the repertory, as do a number of his colorful orchestral and keyboard works. AMQS on the reverse of one of de Falla’s calling cards, 3.25 x 2.25. De Falla pens two bars from his ‘Concerto’ (for Harpsicord), inscribed in Spanish to Donald Sutphin, and signed “M. de Falla 1942.” de Falla also writes a brief Spanish sentiment on the front of the card, which translates to “With my best greetings.” In fine condition, with a couple trivial brushes, some ink flecks to center, and a light crease to top right corner. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

751. Gabriel Faure. Influential French composer (1845–1924) best known for his songs, instrumental and chamber music, and Requiem, a staple of the choral repertoire. ALS in French, one page, 4.25 x 6, personal letterhead, no date.

Brief letter to a friend. In full (translated): “May I count on you for Monday next at 4:00, 100 Boulevard Malesherbes. A thousand friendships.” Scattered toning from adhesive remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

752. Dmitri Kabalevsky.

Russian composer (1904–1987) who helped to set up the Union of Soviet Composers in Moscow and remained one of its leading figures. AMQS on an off-white 3.25 x 3.25 sheet. Kabalevsky boldly pens two bars of music, with tempo marking “V–mo” (vivacissimo), signing below, “Dm Kabalevsky, 6 II 1951.” Matted with a small photo to an overall size of 7 x 11.75. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200)

753. Gaetano Donizetti. Composer (1797–1848),

born in Bergamo, Italy. He studied music at Bergamo and Bologna, and produced his first opera in 1818 at Venice. The work which carried his fame beyond Italy was Anna Bolena (1830), and he had several other successes, notably Lucia di Lammermoor (1835).

Stricken by paralysis, he became mentally ill. ALS in Italian, signed “Donizetti,” one page, 5.25 x 8, March 19. Letter to Vicomte Walsh, editor of L’Echo de la Jeune France. In full (translated): “You would oblige me extremely by telling me how much I owe you for the splendid Mardi Gras supper. After having settled my debt I’ll still be in your debt for the pleasure I had in spending those moments with you and Madame la Vicomtesse. Believe me I will always take advantage, most happily and most assiduously, of every occasion that will bring me closer to you.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in an unknown hand, and is postmarked March 20, 1839. Scattered surface dings and toning, a few creases, and mounting remnants and paper loss to second page, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

754. Zoltan Kodaly. Prominent Hungarian composer, educator, ethnomusicologist, linguist, author, and philosopher.

Program from an Orchestra—Choral Concert of the works of Kodaly, held at the Spalding Auditorium on July 25, 1965, 7 x 10.5, two pages. Signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling and some trivial handling wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

755. Fritz Kreisler. Com-

poser and violinist (1875– 1962). Vintage matte-finish 4.5 x 6.25 photo, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. In very good condition, with thin block of horizontal toning through hairline, scattered silvering to darker areas of background, and a few light creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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756. Franz Liszt. Hand-addressed and signed envelope panel, 4.5 x 2.5, addressed by Liszt to a Reverend Father Amadeus, and signed in the lower left, “F. Liszt.” Panel is affixed to a 5.25 x 2.5 off-white sheet. In fine condition, with scattered toning, rippling, and a few spots of soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

759. Pietro Mascagni. Italian composer (1863–1945) whose 1890 masterpiece ‘Cavalleria Rusticana’ takes a place among the most beloved staples of the operatic repertoire. Vintage matte-finish 3 x 5 photo of Mascagni, by Karl Winkler in Wien, signed in fountain pen. Triple cloth matted and framed with a ribbon in an oval frame to an approximate size of 12.5 x 15.5. In fine condition, with mild silvering to darker areas of image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

The illustrious Liszt writes of virtuoso violinist Marcello Rossi

758. Franz Liszt. Hungarian Romantic era composer and pianist (1811–1886) whose prowess at the keyboard earned him the reputation as one of greatest virtuosos in the history of the instrument. ALS in French, signed “F. Liszt,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 8, March 10, 1881. Letter to Madame de Retz, one of his old romantic interests. In full (translated): “Tours made by artists are subject to numerous accidents. Yours suffered some delay and I didn’t know where to address my sincere thanks. I’ll put off the Marcello Rossi photograph until we get back to Vienna in early April. Since I don’t have the advantage of knowing that charming and brilliant artist, it’s not my duty to be too eager. As for the rest, his two compositions that you sent me are pleasant.” In fine condition, with light pencil remnants to top of first page, and a couple trivial corner creases.

Liszt was nearly 70 when wrote this letter to de Retz, and he knew touring well, having toured Europe as a virtuoso pianist for eight years in the 1840s, appearing in concert three or four times a week. Later in life, Liszt traveled as much as 4,000 miles a year between teaching posts and performances in Rome, Weimar and Budapest. In a matter of months after this letter was written, Liszt would take a fall down a flight of stairs, an accident that he would never fully recover from; although he continued composing and teaching, he would be plagued with ill health thereafter. Overcome with depressive moods, Liszt’s work became darker and more experimental in the early 1880s. In 1881, Liszt would compose his famous experimental work, ‘Nuages Gris,’ an unsettling and expressive piece for solo piano. In the letter, Liszt mentions Marcello Rossi, the 18-year old Viennese virtuoso violinist and minor composer. Born in 1862, Rossi was a violin prodigy: at just 13 years old, he was lauded by the press for his “divine gift.” Rossi played before King Albert of Saxony at age 16, would be named chamber-virtuoso to the Emperor Franz Josef and the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin. As a composer, he wrote relatively little, but he arranged a number of pieces for violin and piano. A member of the American Liszt Society identifies Madame de Retz as, Antonia (Toni) Raab, one of his pupils with whom he concertized in Retz, Austria, her home town. Retz’s poem ‘Schlaflos, Frage und Antwort’ (Sleepless - Question and Answer) inspired a Liszt nocturne known by that name.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

760. John Philip Sousa. Three hardcover books: Pipetown Sandy, 5 x 7.5, signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Mrs. Ralph from John Philip Sousa ‘Ther’ was nobody as I ever laid eyes on could beat her listenin’”; The Fifth String (with illustrations by Howard Chandler Christy), 5.5 x 8, signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “’The man in the moon is shocked to-night, And woefully pipes his eye, For the valley is kissed by Shasta, And Shasta is kissed by the sky; Were I in the valley, my darling, And you in the clouds above, I’d climb to the summit of Shasta And sleep in the arms of my love.’ To Mrs. Ralph from John Philip Sousa, 1909.”; and Marching Along: Recollections of Men, Women & Music signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “To Genevieve, I was an admirer from the first day we met. She has all the qualities of womanhood. God bless her. With adoration and respect, John Philip Sousa 1929.” In good to very good overall condition, with toning, soiling and damp staining to signed pages as well as interior pages, moderate wear, rubbing, and damp staining to covers, and wear to spines. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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761. John Philip Sousa.

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 three-quarter length postcard portrait photo of Sousa in his band uniform, signed vertically in fountain pen, “John Philip Sousa, 1905,” and adding three bars of music from ‘The Diplomat’ above his signature.

Collector’s notation on reverse reads, “19/2/05 This autograph was written for me by John Phillip [sic] Sousa while he & his band were at Town Hall.” In fine condition, with a hint of light silvering and an impression from postmark on reverse. Well-preserved example with the desirable combination of signed photo and musical quote. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

763. Sergei Prokofiev.

Eminent and prolific Russian composer (1891–1953) best known for his colorful, rhythmically vigorous works, including symphonies, operas, and much music for keyboard and chamber ensembles. ALS in Russian, signed “S. P.,” one side of a postcard bearing an image of the Eiffel Tower, 5.5 x 3.5, July 3, 1931. In a letter to Vlidinia Nicholivitch, Prokofiev writes, translated in part: “Well how is your trip going across the capitols of different countries? It is quiet in Paris. Our country people sit quietly. Today [manager] came to see me from the Pacific Ocean. He is asking us to travel to Japan and Java. Mr. Kapablaca came to see me. We played with him three games…However the truth is he gave away first a horse. We expect you in Paris. I embrace you.” In very good condition, with some trivial corner creasing, the expected postmark cancellation stamps and two notations in another hand, the text a shade light, but completely legible, and four mild areas of surface loss to each corner on the reverse from previous mounting. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

964. John Philip Sousa. AMQS on an

off-white 3.25 x 2.5.

Sousa pens three bars of an unidentified work, signing underneath, “John Philip Sousa, Jan 30th, 95 N.Y.” Uniform toning, with a few heavier streaks through middle name of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Rachmaninoff correspondence regarding Beethoven and Mozart

765. Sergei Rachmaninoff. Collection of

four letters: TLS, in Russian, signed “S. Rachmaninoff,” one page, 6.5 x 10.5, Villa Lenar letterhead, August 1, 1934. An untranslated letter to composer-pianist Myron Jacobson, noting that he has ordered a violin interpretation of a work of Mozart; two onepage untranslated TLSs, in Russian, signed by Rachmaninoff’s secretary Evgeni Somoff, one on Rachmaninoff’s personal letterhead, dated December 2 and 27, 1933. Both letters concern various recordings by Rachmaninoff for Victrola including Beethoven’s 32 Variations and DeBussy’s Gradus ad Parnassum; and an ALS, signed Natalie Rachmaninoff, one page, 6 x 9.5, Hotel McCurdy letterhead, dated November 16, 1934. Letter to Berthe Jacobson, wife of Myron Jacobson, reads, in part: “Mr. Rachmaninoff, however, is so busy with his music that I regret it will not be possible to take lunch with you.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Accompanied by an unsigned vintage glossy 5.5 x 3.25 photo of the Rachmaninoffs and Jacobsons. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

766. Camille Saint-Saens.

Prolific and prodigiously talented French Romantic composer (1835–1921) of such timeless works as the ‘Organ’ Symphony,’ the opera ‘Samson et Dalila,’ and the perennial concert favorite ‘Carnival of the Animals.’ AMQS on a 7 x 4.5 album page. Saint-Saens pens two bars of music from an unknown work, notated at the top, “C. Symphonie,” and signed at the bottom, “C. Saint-Saens 1912.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling and a small ink notation to top right corner.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I am convincingly asking you to give Com. Nahodkin a private practice, because with all his activity he will help the sick and bring them back to health and work”

767. Dmitri Shostakovich. Soviet composer (1906–1975) whose fifteen symphonies occupy a place of central performance in the orchestral literature of the twentieth century. ALS, in Russian, signed “D. Shostakovich,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 6.25, April 7, 1944. Letter reads, in full, (translated): “Boris Dmitrievich Nahodkin is my doctor for a few years met with Nahodkin in 1937. Since then with any illness I would come to him for the help. Since I moved to Moscow he’s taken care of me, my wife, kids, and mother. He’s always correct in diagnostic and effective in treatment. Especially I have to point out his help to my wife, who’s got kidney disease and he cured her. He’s also very good in kids’ diseases. Recently my kids have whooping-cough, which is known as a long and painful disease. Comrade Nahodkin make them recover fast and easy year ago my son suffered with bloody diarrhea and again he helped him. I am convincingly asking you to give com. Nahodkin a private practice, because with all his activity he will help the sick and bring them back to health and work.” In fine condition, with some light toning and a bit of scattered soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely rare Tchaikovsky hand-penned musical quotation from Suite No. 1 768. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Esteemed Russian composer (1840–1893) whose colorful, dramatic, and expressive works represent the epitome of the Russian Romantic tradition and take a place among the most beloved staples of the concert repertory.

Rare and extremely desirable AMQS on a 5.5 x 3.75 light green album page. Tchaikovsky pens three intricate bars of music from the opening of the fugue from the first movement of the Suite No. 1, adding “And non hype,” above the quote, and signing “P. Tchaikovsky, London, 19 Apr. 1889.” Matted and framed, with an engraved portrait of the composer, to an overall size of 11 x 16. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, some mild toning to edges, and a few stray ink marks.

Tchaikovsky had served as director of the Moscow branch of the Russian Musical Society during the 1889-1890 season, where he invited a number of international celebrities to conduct, but he started the year with a European concert tour in January 1889. London was the tour’s last stop where he appeared at the Philharmonic Society in Saint James’ Hall on April 11, conducting Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat and Suite No. 1. He was also composing his second ballet, Sleeping Beauty, for which he had been commissioned the previous December, writing his brother Modeste that he felt it was one of the best compositions he had ever written. It was completed in 1890, but an unidentified, unused 14-bar Suite in D-minor was discovered among his sketches for the ballet with no other mentions in his notes or letters. The highly desirable -bar exemplar offered here is an uncommon and beautifully well-preserved quote from one of the most important figures of Western music. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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769. Carlos Salzedo. Harpist, com-

poser, and conductor (1885-1961). Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Salzedo playing a harp, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink “To William E. Hast and A. Herman Amend, very cordially, Carlos Salzedo 1946,” adding a two-bar AMQS of his most famous work, ‘Scintillation.’ Some mild edge rippling, paperclip impression to top edge, and a diagonal crease to lower right corner, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

770. Jean Sibelius. Distinguished Finn-

ish composer (1865–1957) of Romanticnationalistic tendencies, best known for his seven completed symphonies and the tone poem ‘Finlandia.’ Sheet music for ‘Romance,’ 9 x 12, seven pages, signed at the top of the first page in fountain pen

by Sibelius. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

771. Gottfried von Einem.

Austrian composer (1918–1996) known chiefly for his operas. AMQS on an off-white 7.75 x 5.75 sheet. von Einem pens five bars of ‘The Visit of the Old Lady,’ noting at the top, “The Visit of the Old lady (Opera, Libretto by F. Durrenmatt,” and signed underneath, “With good wishes, Gottfried von Einem, 29.6.71.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

773. Herbert von Karajan. Austrian

orchestra and opera conductor (1908-1989) and one of the most renowned conductors in music history. His obituary in The New York Times described him as ‘probably the world’s best-known conductor and one of the most powerful figures in classical music.’ Nice 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with a couple light surface impressions and small mounting remnant to reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

774. Carl Maria von Weber.

German composer, conductor, pianist, guitarist, and critic, one of the first significant composers of the Romantic school (1786–1826).

Rare vintage ink signature, “C. M. von Weber,” on the reverse of an off-white 3.25 x 2 concert ticket to his performance. In very good condition, with mild uniform soiling and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

775. Bruno Walter. German-born conductor and composer (1876–1962).

Vintage matte-finish 4 x 4.75 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in the lower border in German and dated “New York, Februar 1950.” In fine condition, with scattered light soiling and brushing to lower border, and a couple light fingerprints to image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Verdi prepares a financial accounting following the London premiere of La Traviata 772. Giuseppe Verdi. Italian composer (1813–1901) who was one of the most influential figures in the history of opera. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Verdi,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8, October 27, 1856. Verdi sends financial documents and gives a list of debits and directions for their payment. He asks the balance of a sum he now remits to be kept with Mr. Rondoni until he returns to Italy, who is free to send it to Milan, if necessary. Second integral page bears an address panel in another hand and an almost intact red wax “G. V.” seal. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one affecting opening stroke of signature, some mild toning, small area of paper loss to second integral page, and light show-through from writing on opposing sides.

Verdi’s ‘La Traviata’ premiered in London the same year as the creation of this financial statement, but if the great composer was counting on the opera to provide an immediate financial windfall, he was mistaken. What is now viewed as one of Verdi’s greatest works was initially met with mixed reviews following its debut on the London stage in May. One critic called it ‘foul and fulminating’ in its subject matter, with others maintaining a ‘wayward woman’ idyllically living in unmarried love was outrageous. A financially intriguing page from the year of one of his greatest works.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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776. 1960s Frontmen. Five albums:

780. Adele. Adorable satin-finish

Midnight Rider, signed in blue felt tip, “Tommy James”; Powers of the Night, signed in blue felt tip, “Rob Grill”; Arizona, signed in blue felt tip, “Mark Lindsay”; The Light of Smiles, signed in black felt tip, “Gary Wright”; and It Ain’t Easy, signed in black felt tip, “Chuck Negron.” In fine condition, with some light creasing and faint ‘rings of wear.’ RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

For Those About to Rock 777. AC/DC. Color limited edition 22 x 27.5 artist’s proof entitled ‘For Those About to Rock’, numbered #AP20/50, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Phil Rudd, and Cliff Williams. Rolled and in fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 778. AC/DC: Angus Young. Blue-bodied

Jay Turser ATAK Series electric guitar, signed on the body in silver ink, “Angus Young, AC/ DC.” In fine condition.

Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

779. Adele. Dramatic color satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of the singer framed in a thick sweater, signed in blue felt tip.

In fine condition, with a faint fingerprint mark towards the top. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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18 x 12 half-length photo of the soulful crooner, signed in silver ink, “Love, Adele xxx.” In fine condition, with a light crease and imprint to the top left corner. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

781.

Aerosmith.

Signed book: Walk This Way. First edition, first printing. NY: Avon Books, 1997. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 513 pages. Signed in black and red felt tip on the first free end page by all five members: Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, and Joey Kramer. In fine condition, with scattered light wear and rubbing to dustjacket. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

782. Alice in Chains. Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the group clad in suits and shades, signed in silver ink by Jerry Cantrell, Sean Kinney, Mike Inez, and William DuVall. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

783. Allman Brothers. Eat a Peach album signed on the back cover in black felt tip by Gregg Allman, Butch Trucks, Dickey Betts, and Jaimoe.

In fine condition, with scattered mild soiling to covers, light ‘ring of wear’ to both covers, and a label remnant to front cover. The record is included.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

784. The Bangles. Unused 10” Remo coated drumhead, signed in black felt tip by Susanna Hoffs, Vicki Peterson (ins), Michael Steele, and Debbi Peterson. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Contemporary Music

785. Beach Boys: Brian Wilson. Light-yellow bodied Fender Squier Strat ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed in-person on the body in black felt tip, “I wish they all could be California girls, Brian Wilson.” In very good condition, with a couple brushes to lyric and signature, and scattered dings and marks to body. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Oversized.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

786. Beach Boys. L. A. (Light Album) album signed on the front in blue felt tip by Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, and David Marks, adding “Beach Boys” and the lyrics, “Fun Fun Fun and she’ll have fun fun fun till her daddy takes the T Bird away.” In fine condition, with light toning and a faint ‘ring of wear’ to the back cover. The record is not included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

787. Beach Boys. Souvenir handwritten lyrics to the first verse of ‘Surfer Girl’ on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, written out by David Marks, signed in blue felt tip by Brian Wilson, Mike Love, and David Marks. In very fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

788. Beatles. Five photos of the Beatles and individuals associated with the band, varying finishes with one color image, and ranging in size from 6 x 4 to 8 x 10, each signed by the respective individuals. Signers are: Pattie Boyd, Klaus Voormann, George Martin, Pete Best, and Sid Bernstein. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo of Boyd with Harrison and McCartney, and a photo of Pete Best taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

789. Beatles. Scarce signed book: B. I. G. Beatles In Germany.

Preview copy limited to 100 copies (This being No. LIX). England: Genesis Publications Limited, 1997. Hardcover with slipcase, 10 x 12, 137 pages. Signed on the limitations page by Tony Sheridan, Gunter Zint, and Alf Kruger, and on an inserted sheet stating “This is a special white label copy of BIG Beatles In Germany. This copy is one of only one hundred, numbered in roman numerals and not part of the edition,” and signed by Astrid Kirchherr. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

790. Beatles: Pete Best.

Two items: original 1961 British issue sheet music to ‘Twist and Shout,’ four pages, signed at the top of the first page in black felt tip by Best; and an 8-inch diameter cardstock ‘drumskin,’ also signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some scattered toning to the other pages of sheet music. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

791. Beatles: Pete Best. Two items: an unused 10” Ludwig silver dot drumhead, signed in black felt tip; and a 10 x 8 cardstock photo of Best posing with Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Stu Sutcliffe, and Allan Williams, signed in black felt tip by Best. In fine condition, with some light scuffing to center of drumhead. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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792. Beatles: Pete Best and Astrid Kirchher.

796. Beatles: George Martin.

Nostalgic limited edition lithograph, 23.25 x 16.2, #19/4500, featuring the Beatles during their early days in Hamburg, signed in the bottom border in pencil by photographer Astrid Kirchher, and signed and inscribed below her signature in pencil, “To Len, Pete Best.” In very fine condition.Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

793. Beatles: Peter Blake. English pop artist,

best known for his design of the sleeve for the Beatles’ album Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album signed on the front cover in black felt tip

by Blake. In very good condition, with moderate wear to both covers and label remnant to front cover. The record is included.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Printed sheet music, the first page of ‘I Want to Hold Your Hand,’ 8.5 x 11, signed and inscribed at the top in black ballpoint, “For Paul, George Martin.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

797. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Revolver

album signed quickly on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning to front cover and moderate wear to back cover. The record is included.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo stating the signature was obtained in-person in 2010. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

798. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Signed

794. Beatles: Astrid Kirchherr. Signed book: Golden Dreams.

Limited edition of 2500 copies (This being No. 853). England: Genesis Publications Limited, 1996. Hardcover with slipcase, 10 x 11, 122 pages. Signed on the limitations page in black felt tip by Astrid Kirchherr and Max Scheler. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

book: High in the Clouds. First edition, first printing. NY: Dutton Children’s Books, 2005. Hardcover with dustjacket, 8.25 x 10.

Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

795. Beatles: John Lennon. Large ballpoint signature,

“John Lennon,” on a light blue 6.25 x 1.75 trimmed card affixed to an 8 x 4 light gray sheet. In fine condition, with a light vertical crease through a single letter of first name of signature and a trivial tape remnant to top right corner. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Beautiful color program from McCartney’s 2003 tour 799. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Program

for Paul McCartney’s Back in the World 2003 tour, 8.5 x 11.75, signed in-person on the front cover in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with light surface marks and poor contrast to the signature against the dark background.

This program was obtained personally by the consignor at the 2004 LIPA Graduation. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

800. Beatles: Klaus Voormann. Original

signed pencil sketch of John Lennon with a drink and a pack of cigarettes on a white 10.75 x 11.5 sheet, signed at the bottom in artist’s pencil by Voormann. Double-matted and framed, with archival quality mats and UV glass, to an overall size of 19.5 x 20. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

801. Beatles: Klaus Voormann. Original

signed pencil sketch of Paul McCartney on a white 15.5 x 11.75 sheet, signed at the bottom in artist’s pencil by Voormann. Double-matted and framed, with archival quality mats and UV glass, to an overall size of 24.5 x 11.75. In fine condition. Oversized.RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

802. Beatles: Klaus Voormann. Intense limited edition

16.5 x 23.5 lithograph of Lennon performing, numbered #104/125, signed in the bottom border in artist’s pencil by Voormann. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200)

803. Beatles: Klaus Voormann. Captivating limited edition

16.5 x 23.5 lithograph entitled ‘Elvis McCartney,’ featuring the front man in a leather jacket with his collar popped, arm nonchalantly cradling his guitar, numbered #104/125, signed in the bottom border in artist’s pencil by Voormann. In fine condition, with a trivial area of surface loss at the bottom edge.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

804. Beatles: Klaus Voormann. Revolver CD signed on the cover of the booklet in blue felt tip.

In fine condition, with light contrast to the signature against the darker background. The CD is included.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

805. Beatles: Klaus Voormann. Expres-

sive limited edition 16.5 x 23.5 lithograph of Harrison performing, numbered #104/125, signed in the bottom border in artist’s pencil

by Voormann. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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810. Big Brother and the Holding Company. Unused 8” Remo coated drum-

806. Beatles: Klaus Voormann. Friend of the Beatles from the Hamburg days and designer of their Revolver album cover. Deluxe box set of Voormann’s A Sideman’s Journey, consisting of a hardcover book in slipcase, signed on the slipcase in black ink, “Best wishes, Klaus Voormann”; A Sideman’s Journey CD and DVD; and a limited edition 8 x 5.5 print, #5/10,000, signed at the top in black ink by Voormann. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

807. Beatles: Andy White.

Sheet music to ‘P.S. I Love You,’ four heavy cardstock pages, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front page in black felt tip, “P.S. I Love You Andy White.” In very fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

808. Beatles: Andy White. 45 rpm record single for ‘Love Me Do,’ signed and inscribed on the label in black felt tip, “Hi Gary, Andy White.”

In fine condition, with some light rubbing to the label. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

head, signed in black felt tip by Sam Andrew, adding “Happiness-success,” Peter Albin, and Tom Finch, with Andrew adding a few musical notes at the top. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

811. Blue Oyster Cult. Unused 8” Remo

coated drumhead, signed in black felt tip by Buck Dharma, Allen Glover Lanier, Eric Bloom, Bobby Rondinelli, and Joe Bouchard. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

812. Ada Brown. American blues singer responsible for such gems as ‘Ill Natural Blues,’ ‘Break O’ Day Blues,’ and ‘Evil Mama Blues.’ Vintage glossy 8 x 10 promotional photo of Brown performing in a polka-dot blouse, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Virginia’ and ‘Joe,’ I mean grand folks and artists More power to you.

Ada Brown.” In very good condition, with a central vertical crease, scattered mild to moderate creasing and a bit of trivial silvering to some of the darker areas of the image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 813. James Brown. Glossy 8 x 10 promotional photo for Brown’s Living in America pay-per-view, signed in blue felt tip, “My best wishes, James Brown.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light bends and creases. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

809. Irving Berlin.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Irving Berlin,” on an off-white slip. Double matted with a glossy photo of Berlin from This Is the Army to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition, with stray ink mark to bottom of slip and trivial show-through from writing on reverse.

Berlin signatures are seldom seen this full and legible. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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814. Dave Brubeck. Printed souvenir sheet music to ‘In Your Own Sweet Way’ on a white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed at the top in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of a blurred appearance from printing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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815. Belinda Carlisle. Playful color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Carlisle posing on a chair, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

816. Chicago. Night and Day

album flat signed on the front in blue felt tip by eight band members. In fine condition, with some mild edge and corner tip creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

817. Clarence Clemons. Signed book: Big

Man: Real Life & Tall Tales. First edition. NY: Grand Central Publishing, 2009. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 363 pages. Boldly signed on the half-title page in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

819. Leonard Cohen. Signed book: Book

of Longing. First edition, later printing. NY: Ecco, 2006. Softcover, 5.5 x 8.75, 231 pages.

Signed on the half-title page in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with some trivial wear to the cover.

Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

820. Nat King Cole.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Cole with a golf club slung over his shoulder, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Mama, Best wishes, Nat King Cole.”

In very good condition, with scattered creases, mainly to edges and background, a small spot to background, and some light rippling to finish. Accompanied by a glossy 10 x 8 photo of Cole on stage with his back-up singers, signed and inscribed in ballpoint or felt tip by all five of his singers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Glowing and highly-coveted image of the sultry country crooner 818. Patsy Cline. Radiant vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Cline in one of her trademark fringed dresses, signed in blue ballpoint, “Best Wishes, Patsy Cline.” In fine condition, with some light edge curling and light surface impressions from another signature from a photo signed on top of this one near the signature area.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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825. Country Music.

821. Nat King Cole. Vintage

sepia matte-finish 8 x 5 photo of the King Cole Trio, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Geno, Best wishes, King Cole Trio, Nat King Cole.” Photo is affixed to a slightly larger black scrapbook page. Light rippling to image, ink notation to top border, and a bit of light soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

822. Alice Cooper. Constrictor album

signed on the front cover in blue felt tip.

In very good condition, with scattered creases and edge wear, and a mild ‘ring of wear’ to cover. The record is included.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Nine pieces of sheet music, all approximately 9 x 12, each signed on the front cover in ink or felt tip by the respective performer(s). Signers are: Nickel Creek, Josh Gracin, Jason Michael Carroll, Lee Ann Womack, Gretchen Wilson, Phil Vassar, Jo Dee Messina, Michelle Branch, and Clint Black. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

826. Crosby, Stills, and Nash. Allies album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by David Crosby, Stephen Stills, and Graham Nash. In fine condition, with a light crease to lower right corner.

The record is not included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

827. The Cyrkle. Rock band popular 823. J. Fred Coots. Prolific

American songwriter (1897–1985) best known for his durable Christmas classic ‘Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.’ ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Sanders Hall letterhead, no date.

Short letter from Coots written at the top and bottom of a March 6, 1953, ALS from Paul Hull to Coots.

Hull sends his thanks for a letter and sheet music and sending his compliments on Coots’s song ‘God Is My Friend.’ Coots writes, “You can feel justly proud Paul—Hold this letter for future use. P.S. When are we going to have a martini with you and Suzie?” A couple small separations along intersecting folds, and some scattered light toning and creasing, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

824. Elvis Costello. Glossy 8 x 10 Columbia Records promotional photo for the album, King of America, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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in the 1960s with their Top 40 hits, ‘Red Rubber Ball’ and ‘Turn Down Day.’ Song book page to ‘Big, Little Woman,’ one page, 8.5 x 11, signed on the reverse bearing three images of the band, signed in blue felt tip by Marty Fried, and signed in black ballpoint by Tom Dawes and Don Dannemann. In fine condition, with some light creasing. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

828. Def Leppard. Glossy 8 x 10 group photo, signed in red felt tip by Phil Collen, Joe Elliot, Rick Savage, Rick Allen, and Vivian Campbell. Allen’s signature fairly light, but mostly legible, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

829. Jack DeJohnette. One of the most influential jazz drummers of the 20th century who has worked with the likes of Miles Davis and Sonny Rollins. Unused 14” Remo Ambassador coated drumhead signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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“There was a group called ‘The Jokers’...they were laying it down, Doncha know I’d never lose that funky sound” 830. Rick Derringer. Handwrit-

834. Ronnie James Dio. Striking blue-tinged glossy 8.5 x 11 laser print photo of Dio performing, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a few light fingerprint marks.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

ten souvenir lyrics to ‘Rock and Roll Hoochie Koo,’ on a musically-lined 8.5 x 11 sheet. Derringer pens the title, “R & R Hoochie Koo,’ By: Rick Derringer,” and the first verse to the classic: “I couldn’t stop movin’ when it first took hold, It was a warm spring night at the old Town Hall, There was a group called ‘The Jokers’…they were laying it down, Doncha know I’d never lose that funky sound, Rock & Roll Hoochie Koo,” signed below and adding the date “1/20/1998.” In fine condition, with three binder holes to the left edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

831. Deke Dickerson’s Guitar Geek Festival. Four color 8.5 x

11 laserprint photos of posters for the 7th, 8th, and 9th Deke’s Guitar Geek Festival, signed in black felt tip by a total of 8 attendees: Duane Eddy, Del Casher, Skip Pitts, Nokie Edwards, James Harman, Nathan James, Freddie Roulette, and Dick Dodd. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

835. Celine Dion. White pickguard for a standard-size stratocaster, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

836. Donovan. White pickguard for a standard-size stratocaster, signed in black felt tip, “Donovan.”

In fine condition, with a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to pickguard. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

837. Doobie Brothers. Satinfinish 8 x 10 early group photo, signed in blue felt tip and silver ink

by Pat Simmons, Tom Johnston, Mike Hossack, and John McFee. Double matted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In very fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

832. Bo Diddley. High quality 14 x 11 laser print photo of Diddley performing on stage, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

833. Dio. Satin-finish 10 x 8 group photo, signed in black felt tip by Ronnie James Dio, Vinny Appice, Tracy G., and Jeff Pilson. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

838. Doobie Brothers. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 Warner Bros promotional photo for Toulouse Street, signed in silver ink by Michael McDonald, Tom Johnston, and Mike Hossack, and signed in blue felt tip by Pat Simmons and John McFee. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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839. The Doors. Morrison Hotel

album signed on the front in blue felt tip by Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, and John Densmore. In very good condition, with mild to moderate wear to the rough edges, a few areas of paper loss to the left edge, a central horizontal crease to the cover, and a complete separation along the top edge of the back cover. The record is not included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

840. Jimmy Dorsey. Vintage

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Lyman, Sincerely, Jimmy Dorsey.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, a bit heavier to corners from mounting remnants on reverse, and a few edge tears. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

841. Drummers. Nine wooden drumsticks, each signed in felt tip by a different rock and roll drummer. Signers are: Artimus Pyle (Lynyrd Skynyrd), Bob Burns (Lynyrd Skynyrd), Marky Ramone (The Ramones), Johny Barbata (The Turtles), Hirsh Gardner (New England), Joel Larson (Grass Roots), Juma Sultan (Jimi Hendrix), and Steve Goulding (The Rumour). In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Duke sends a quote from his famous April in Paris 842. Vernon Duke.

Versatile Russian-born American composer (1903–1969). AMQS on an off-white 5 x 3 card.

Duke pens two bars from ‘April in Paris,’ signed underneath, “Sincerely, Vernon Duke 1963.” In fine condition. Duke musical quotes are quite scarce and in high demand. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Vintage image of the youthful Dylan 843. Bob Dylan. Vin-

tage 3 x 8.25 clipped magazine head-andshoulders photo of a young Dylan, signed in black felt tip. Photo is affixed to a slightly larger card, which is in turn affixed to a 6.25 x 12 piece of off-white cardstock. In fine condition, with two light horizontal creases.

Consignor notes this photo was signed in the 1960s for collector Norman Paar. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

844. The Eagles. Test pressing of an Eagles album signed on the plain white cover in blue and black felt tip by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Randy Meisner, Joe Walsh, and Don Felder, with Walsh adding “A.F.R.S. Say hello to everyone from all of us.” In fine condition, with ink notation to cover, a few stray ink marks, and light wear. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 845. The Eagles. Two al-

bums: One of These Nights, signed on the front cover in silver ink by Randy Meisner and Bernie Leadon; and On the Border, signed on the front cover in silver ink

by Bernie Leadon, Randy Meisner, and Don Felder and in blue felt tip

by J. D. Southern. The albums are included. In very good condition, with partial edge separations and circular area of toning to second album, and light wear to covers. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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846. The Eagles: Randy Meisner.

Eagles debut album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Meisner, adding the beginning of the first verse of ‘Take It Easy,’ “Well, I’m a runnin down the road tryin’ to loosen my load, I’ve got several women on my mind.” Scattered light cover wear and edge creases, and a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner of front cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is not included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

847. Earth, Wind and Fire. Touch the

World album flat signed in blue felt tip by Philip Bailey, Verdine White, and Ralph Johnson.

In fine condition, with light creasing to two corners. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

848. Danny Elfman. Sheet music to the ‘Theme from The Simpsons,’ 9 x 12, 5 pages, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by the theme’s composer, Danny Elfman. In fine condition, with some light soiling to lower right corner and mild handling wear. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

851. Emerson, Lake and Palmer. Pristine color satin-finish

10 x 8 photo featuring song lyrics to ‘Jerusalem,’ signed in silver ink

by Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, and Carl Palmer. In very fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

852. Eurythmics. Black-bod-

ied Signature Series ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, with the band’s name on the body, signed on the white pickguard in blue felt tip by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

853. Bryan Ferry. Pensive glossy 10 x 8 Warner Bros promotional photo, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with slight contrast to the signature against a darker area of the image. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

849. Duke Ellington.

854. Fleetwood Mac. Say You Will tour program, 11 x 14, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, Mick Fleetwood, and John McVie. Light diagonal crease to cover through portion of Buckingham’s signature, and light handling wear, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

DS, two pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, May 18, 1964. Agreement between Tempo Music, Inc. and Edward Kennedy Ellington for the rights of the composition, ‘La Scala, She Too Pretty to be Blue.’ Document states that Ellington is to receive a share of 100%. Signed at the conclusion by Ellington and two others. In fine condition, with light toning and a red ink notation.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

850. Emerson, Lake and Palmer. Self-titled debut album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, and Carl Palmer. In fine condition, with light ‘ring of wear’ to covers and a few light edge creases. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

855.

Flock of Seagulls: Mike Score. Semi-glossy

10 x 8 photo of Score performing, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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856. Peter Frampton. Dark red-bodied

Fender Squier Bullet electric guitar, signed on the body in silver ink “Peter Frampton 04.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks to body. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

861. Genesis. Glossy 10 x 8 Atlantic Records promotional photo of the band, signed in black felt tip

by Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford, and Tony Banks. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

857. Peter Frampton. Frampton Comes Alive! album signed on the front in silver ink, “Peter Frampton.”

Slight bend to the bottom left corner, light corner wear, and mild ‘rings of wear,’ otherwise fine condition.

The record is included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 858. Aretha Franklin. Signed book: From

These Roots. First edition, later printing. NY: Villard, 1999. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 251 pages.

Signed on the half-title page in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Pristine Gershwin signature 862. George Gershwin. Exceptional vintage fountain pen signature, “George Gershwin,” on an off-white 3 x 1.5 card. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

859. Aretha Franklin. La Diva

863. Dizzy Gillespie. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of a smiling Gillespie with his trumpet, signed in blue felt tip, “Dizzy Gillespie, ‘92.” In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

album signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a discount cut to top edge and a few light edge creases. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

860. Aretha Franklin. White pickguard for a standard-size stratocaster, signed in blue felt tip, “Best, Aretha, 09,” adding a smiley face. In fine condition.

Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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864. Grass Roots. 45 rpm record single for ‘Where Were You When I Needed You/(These Are) Bad Times,’ signed on the ABC Records sleeve in black ink

by Bill Fulton, Denny Ellis, Joel Larson, adding “The Founder,” and Dave Stensen (vertically). In fine condition, with creasing and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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The renowned conductor sends three musical quotes to an educated admirer 865. Morton Gould. Composer, conductor, arranger, and pianist (1913-1996) who led all of the major orchestras in the United States as well as Australia, Canada, Europe, Japan, and Mexico. ALS, one page, 8.25 x 11, February 22, 1982. Gould responds to an admirer’s request. In part: “Thank you for your kind and touching letter—and flattering comments…you react to my music and obviously know so much about it…As per your request—here are a few autographs.”

Gould goes on to pen three large musical quotes. One from ‘Pavane,’ one from ‘Guaracha’ from Latin American Symphonette, and one from ‘West Point’ Symphony for Band. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope; and a glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink.

In fine condition, with scattered surface marks and impressions to photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

866. Grateful Dead: Jerry Garcia. Glossy 8 x 10 Arista

Records publicity photo, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In very good condition, with some scattered creases, impressions, and surface marks, with a couple creases lightly affecting portion of signature, and some toning to right edge. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

867. Green Day: Billie Joe Armstrong.

Vibrant color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the front man on stage, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some trivial surface marks.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

868. The Guess Who. Color glossy 12 x 12

photo of the album art for American Woman, signed in blue felt tip by Burton Cummings, Jim Kale, and Garry Peterson, and signed in silver ink by Randy Bachman. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

870. Guns N’ Roses: Slash. Black-bodied

Fender Squier ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few dings to body, light soiling to pickguard, and one string missing. Oversized. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

871. Oscar Hammerstein II. Writer,

theatrical producer, and usually uncredited theater director of musicals (1895–1960).

Signed book: Lyrics.

First edition. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1949. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 215 pages. Signed in ink on the first free end page, “Oscar Hammerstein.” A gift presentation written beneath his signature reads, “To Margot—The girl with the ‘photographic ear’ and ‘you and the night and the music’ (until 4:00 A.M!!) Fondly, David, ‘South Pacific Co.’ Cleveland, April 30, 1950.” Some light soiling to the pages and scattered scuffing and soiling to the boards, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

869. Guns N’ Roses. Appetite for Destruction album signed on the front cover in blue and black

felt tip by Axl Rose, Slash, Steven Adler, Izzy [Stradlin] and Duff [McKagan]. A few surface creases and some light to moderate contrast to signatures, otherwise fine condition. The record is included.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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In a letter to legendary record producer Moe Asch, Guthrie critiques his Ballads from the Dust Bowl album 872. Woody Guthrie. TLS, signed, “Woody Guthrie,” one page,

lightly-lined, 7.5 x 9.75, March 19, 1946. Letter to Moe Asch and Marian. In part: “I have listened to the album, Ballads From The Dust Bowl, and like the cover better than I thought I did. I think this cover will look better to a customer on a shelf or in a window than it does to me, and this is how David Stone Martin wanted it to look.

Cathy had a hard tome making out what the man was doing, what he was sitting in, and what he was looking at.

The Letter and Words to the Songs on the inside front cover are too small to read. It is like hunting back into the archives of folk songs for something that is right there in front of you. Would like to see these words put in the backside also so as to blow up to bigger size. But I know that it takes practice to get very good at anything and even after you get good at it takes money…The order that I like the records are: MY NEW FOUND LAND PASTURES OF PLENTY HARD TRAVELING RAMBLING BLUES CURFEW TALKING COLUMBIA Shirley…just now heard the recording, The Curfew Blow, and asked me what it was about. I said I didn’t know. She asked if I made it up? I told her yes…I guess I can criticize other folks records lots plainer than I can my own.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, light creasing to three corners, a bit heavier to top right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

873. Richie Havens. Poster,

18 x 24, of Havens performing at Woodstock, signed in black felt tip, “A friend forever, Richie Havens.” Rolled and in fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

875. Erskine Hawkins. Vintage 5 x 6 lightweight photo of Hawkins posing with his trumpet, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Lyman, Erskine Hawkins.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

876. Heart. Bad Animals album signed on 874. Coleman Hawkins. Vin-

tage fountain pen signature on a pink 4.75 x 3.75 album page.

In fine condition, with some light soiling and irregular ink adhesion to the beginning of the signature.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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the front cover in silver ink by Ann and Nancy Wilson, who adds a sketch of a winged heart.

In fine condition, with some scattered light wear and edge creases and a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner.

The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Extremely scarce, highly desirable signatures of The Jimi Hendrix Experience circa 1967 877. Jimi Hendrix Experience. Fantastic

vintage ballpoint signatures, “Jimi Hendrix,” “Mitch,” and “Noel Redding,” on an offwhite postcard, trimmed to a size of 5 x 4. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL, as well as a letter of authenticity from Jeffrey Gold at Recordmecca. An extremely handsome example of this legendary rock and roll power trio.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

879. Heart. Magazine album signed

on the front cover in blue felt tip by Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson, Michael DeRosier, Howard Leese, Steve Fossen, and Roger Fisher. In fine condition, with light ‘ring of wear’ to cover, scattered creases, and some light brushing to Nancy’s signature. The record is included. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

880. Bernard Herrmann. Distinguished, Academy Award–win-

ning American composer and conductor (1911–1975) who, over the course of four decades, earned a place among the influential figures in the field of film music. Among his most notable achievements are the scores for such iconic classics as Citizen Kane, Psycho, and Taxi Driver. Vintage ink signature, “Bernard Herrmann,” on an off-white 6.5 x 3 slip clipped from the opening page of sheet music to ‘Mephisto’s Walzer.’ In fine condition, with some scattered light creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

The 60’s greatest guitarist signs along with his revolutionary band, The Jimi Hendrix Experience 878. Jimi Hendrix Experience. Scarce and highly desirable vin-

tage ballpoint signatures, “Be Groovy, Jimmy Hendrix,” and “Mitch,” on an irregularly clipped off-white lined slip, and “Noel Redding,” on a similar clipped slip. Both slips are affixed to a 10.5 x 8.5 light brown scrapbook page with clipped magazine photos of Hendrix and the band.

Closely trimmed edges, and Mitch’s signature overlapping first letter of Hendrix’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

881. Lena Horne. Sheet music to ‘Sweet Thing,’ five pages, 9 x 12, signed on the front in black felt tip, “Yours, Lena Horne.” In very good condition, with light toning and rubbing, scattered light creasing, a stray ink mark, and a trivial tear to the top edge.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

882. Human League. Crash

album signed on the front cover in red felt tip and silver ink, “Susan,” “Joanne,” and “Philip O.” In fine condition with a few light corner creases. The record is included.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Hendrix gives an enthusiastic nod to the music of Bob Dylan: “I Dig It, Too”

883. Jimi Hendrix. Bob Dylan’s Bringing It All Back Home album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “I Dig It Too, Jimi Hendrix,” and signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by Experience member, “Mitch” [Mitchell].

Moderate skipping to signature and sentiment resulting in just the impressions of some of the letters and a fairly light but still mostly legible appearance, light contrast to end of last name of signature, scattered noticeable creases, soiling, and toning to covers, and owner’s notation on back cover, otherwise very good condition. The record is included, with the inside sleeve bearing several sketches and doodles in an unknown hand.

Accompanied by a 2011 letter of provenance from the original recipient, CP Lee, which reads, in part: “On the Tuesday 4 April 1967 Jimi Hendrix appeared on the BBC’s Dee Time TV Show…together with a friend…I went to the Studio at about 11 o’clock in the morning and after several hours of standing in the drizzle the side door opened and Jimi Hendrix and Mitch Mitchell stepped out…Mitchell went off leaving Jimi with us and he spent nearly 15 minutes talking with us…Maybe as a result the lack of an album and also because I was crazy about Bob Dylan, I’d taken along a copy of Dylan’s ‘Bringing It All Back Home.’ Because Dylan had disappeared from view after his motorbike crash I asked Jimi if he knew what had happened to him—’Yeah sure,’ said Jimi, ‘He’s fine, I spoke to him just a few weeks ago.’ I asked him if he’d sign the album and with a laugh he did and he wrote ‘I dig it too.’”…J ” Also accompanied by a copy of Lee’s book, When We Were Thin, which also recounts his meeting with Hendrix.

The Jimi Hendrix Experience appeared on the debut of Dee Time, a youth show hosted by Simon Dee, and the band’s wildness made the launch a success. Hendrix’s singles were already Top 10 hits in the UK and the Jimi Hendrix Experience would soon release its first album, Are You Experienced, in May of 1967. Mitchell was the drummer for the Jimi Hendrix Experience, which he joined in 1966. He would become Hendrix’s most valuable partner. The pair would frequently record together and as a result, were especially in sync during live sets.

That Hendrix signed a Bob Dylan album is fitting, as Dylan was one of his musical idols. “When I first heard him I thought, ‘You must admire the guy for having that much nerve to sing so out of key,’” said Hendrix. “But then I started listening to the words. He is giving me inspiration.”

Dylan gave Hendrix confidence in his own voice as well. Hendrix would go on to cover Dylan songs such as “Like a Rolling Stone” and “All Along the Watchtower.” Dylan would later say to Hendrix, “I don’t know if anyone has done my songs better.” A remarkably symbolic signature tying together two of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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884. Chrissie Hynde. Extended

Play album signed on the front in blue felt tip. Some light soiling to the bottom left corner, a discount cut to the top edge and light rubbing and soiling to the back cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

887. Michael Jackson. Signed book: Moon Walk. First edition. NY: 885. Jackson 5. Jackson 5 pia-

no songbook from 1973, 8.5 x 11, 55 pages, featuring ten Jackson 5 hits, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Michael Jackson,” “Tito Jackson,” “Marlon Jackson,” “Jermaine Jackson,” and “Jackie Jackson.” A bit of light contrast to signatures, and some light creasing and handling wear to front cover, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Michael and his brothers sign during their glory years 886. Jackson 5. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of the brothers, signed

on the reverse in red felt tip, “Michael Jackson,” “Jackie,” “Randy Jackson,” “Marlon,” and in red ballpoint, “Tito Jackson Love.” In very good condition, with scattered creasing and surface impressions to image side, a couple lightly affecting the signatures. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Doubleday, 1988. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 283 pages.

Signed and inscribed in red felt tip on the half-title page, “To Michael Bursa, Thanx, All my love, Michael Jackson 1998.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

888. Milt Jackson. Color glossy

10 x 8 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black felt tip, “Right on, Milt Jackson.” In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

889. Jazz. Ten items: glossy 5 x 7 publicity photo of Johnny Griffin and his saxophone, signed in black ink; and nine ink signatures from acclaimed jazz musicians on individual cards and album pages, ranging in size from 5 x 3 to 6.25 x 4. Signers are: Coleman Hawkins, Paul Desmond (ins), Johnny Griffin, Teddy Wilson, Mildred Bailey (ins), Illinois Jacquet (ins), Art Blakely (ins), Gerry Mulligan, and ‘Bunny’ Berigan (ins). In fine condition, with some light toning and scattered creasing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope from Johnny Griffin’s photo and signature, as well as a newspaper clipping announcing his death. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150) 890. Jefferson Airplane. The Worst of Jefferson Airplane album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Marty Balin and in blue felt tip

by Paul Kantner, Jorma Kaukonen, and Jack Cassidy. Scattered edge creases, light contrast to two signatures, and light wear to cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is not included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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891. Jefferson Starship. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the cover of their Red Octopus album, signed in blue felt tip by Paul Kantner, Marty Balin, David Freiberg, Mickey Thomas, and Pete Sears. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

896. Journey. White-

bodied Fender Squier ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the pickguard in black felt tip by Steve Perry, Neil Schon, Ross Valory, Jonathan Cain, and Steve Smith, adding “Wheel in the Sky.” In fine condition, with some barely noticeable removed ink marks to body.

Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

897. Journey. Vibrant color glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed in blue felt tip by Gregg Rolie, Neal Schon, Ross Valory, and Steve Smith. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

892. Elton John. Glossy 7 x 9.5

press photo, signed and inscribed in-person in ballpoint “To Gerald, Best wishes, Elton John.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

898.

893. Elton John. A Single Man album signed and inscribed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “To Robert, Best wishes, Elton John.”

Scattered light creases, surface marks, and impressions to covers, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 894. Jonas Brothers. Satin-

finish 10 x 8 photo of the Jonases running from a horde of fans, signed in black felt tip by Joe, Nick, and Kevin. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

895.

Journey. Escape album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Steve Perry, Jonathan Cain, Steve Smith, and Ross Valory. In fine condition, with scattered light wear to both covers. The record is included.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Journey. Unused 12˝ cymbal, signed in blue felt tip by Gregg Rolie, Neal Schon, Ross Valory, Steve Smith, and Jonathan Cain. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

899. Judas Priest. Nos-

tradamus CD and book, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip Rob Halford, K.K. Downing, Ian Hill, and Glenn Tipton; and an album sleeve to ‘Johnny Be Good,’ signed on the portrait side in blue felt tip by Halford, Downing, and Tipton. The record is included. In fine condition, with some creasing, foxing, and wear to sleeve. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

900. Kansas. Crisp color glossy

10 x 8 promotional composite photo, signed in black felt tip by Steve Walsh, Phil Ehart, Rich Williams, Billy Greer, and Steve Morse. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Contemporary Music

906. Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Sheet music to ‘Jailhouse

901. KISS. Fabulous color 26 x

33 print for the 1995–1996 KISS Worldwide Convention, signed in the large lower border in black felt tip by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Peter Criss, and Ace Frehley, adding a sketch of a playing card.

Rolled and in fine condition Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rock,’ 9 x 12, two pages, signed in-person on the front in black felt tip by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.

In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

902. KISS: Ace Frehley. Sheet music

to ‘Shock Me,’ six heavy cardstock pages, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front page in blue felt tip by Frehley, adding a sketch of an ace playing card. In fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

903. Kris Kristofferson. Captivating color

glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a light crease to the top left corner and a trivial spot of soiling towards the top right corner.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

904. Gene Krupa. Vintage

matte-finish 8 x 10 publicity photo for Krupa and his Orchestra, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Lyman, Many good wishes, Gene Krupa.” In very good condition, with moderate contrast to signature, scattered light silvering to darker areas of background, and some mild rippling to top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

905. Led Zeppelin: Jason Bonham.

Poster, 24 x 36, paying tribute to his father, John Bonham, signed in silver ink. Rolled and in fine condition, with some scattered light creases and edge ripples. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

907. Little Richard. Glossy 10 x

8 photo of a young Richard playing his piano on one leg, signed in-person in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

908. Lovin’ Spoonful. Sheet music to ‘Daydream,’ three heavy cardstock pages, 8.5 x 11, signed on the first page in black felt tip by John Sebastian, Steve Boone, Joe Butler, and Jerry Yester. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

909. Lovin’ Spoonful. The Lovin’s Spoonful’s guitar song book, 9 x 12, 33 pages, signed on the front in blue felt tip

by John Sebastian, Joe Butler, adding a small sketch of a heart in a spoon, Jerry Yester, and signed in black felt tip by Steve Boone. In very good condition, with some light creasing, toning, and light soiling and faint rubbing to the cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 910. Lynyrd Skynyrd. Printed souvenir lyrics to ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ on a lightblue 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed in blue felt tip

by Artimus Pyle, adding “Drums, Lynyrd Skynyrd,” Bob Burns, Leslie Hawkins, Jo Billingsley, and signed in black ballpoint, “God Bless You, Gary Rossington,” and one other. In fine condition, with some light creasing and a tear to the left edge.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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912. Bob Marley’s Wailers.

White unused 10˝ TKO drumhead, signed in various colors of felt tip by Junior Marvin, adding “One Love, 10/09/09,” with a smiley face, Donald Kinsey, Tyrone Downie, Aston Family Man Barrett, Al Anderson, and producer, Lee Scratch Perry. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

913. Tim McGraw. Color satinfinish 11 x 14 photo of McGraw on stage, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

917. Million Dollar Quartet. Signatures of three members of

the Million Dollar Quartet: felt tip signature, “Johnny Cash,” felt tip signature, “Thanks, Jerry Lee Lewis,” and ballpoint signature “Thanks, Carl Perkins 82,” all on individual off-white cards. Signatures are set against a 19 x 15 photo of the Quartet at Sun Studio, and framed to an overall size of 19.25 x 15.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

914. Melanie. Three items: pro-

motional copy of her Photograph album, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip; and two glossy 8 x 10 photos, one color, each also signed in blue felt tip, with Melanie adding a flower sketch to each item.

Punch hole and promotional label affixed to front cover of album, as well as scattered light cover wear, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

915. John Mellencamp. Unused 8” Remo coated drumhead, signed in black felt tip, “John Mellencamp 1999.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

916. Glenn Miller. Vintage semi-glossy 5 x 7 photo of Miller posing with his trombone, signed in fountain pen. In very good condition, with some light rippling and creasing along the top and bottom edges, mild silvering to the darker areas of the image, and the signature a shade light, but completely legible. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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918. Ennio Morricone.

Italian composer of nearly 400 film scores. Two glossy 10 x 8 photos, one color, one featuring the young composer pouring over sheet music, signed in silver ink, and the other capturing an older Morricone conducting at the helm of an orchestra, signed in silver ink, “Ennio Morricone,” adding a bar of music. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

919. The Motels. New Wave

band best known for ‘Only the Lonely’ and ‘Suddenly Last Summer.’ Glossy 10 x 8 Capitol Records publicity photo, signed in gold ink

by Martha Davis, Marty Jourard, Michael Goodroe, Brian Glascock, Guy Perry, and one other. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

920. Motorhead. Commanding

color satin-finish 14 x 11 group photo, signed in silver ink by Lemmy Kilmister, Mikkey Dee, and Phil Campbell. In fine condition. Accompanied by three photos taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Contemporary Music

921. Music. Nine CDs, each signed on the front of the booklet in felt tip by the respective artist(s). Signers are: Richard Marx, Pink, Christina Aguilera, Megadeth, Motorhead, Stone Temple Pilots, The Gracious Few, Bad Company, and Jewel. In overall fine condition, with some scuffing and a few mild cracks to the cases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 922. Music Machine. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the band performing, signed in black felt tip by Sean Bonniwell and Ron Edgar. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100) 923. Willie Nelson.

Three albums: The Troublemaker, Face of a Fighter, and Half Nelson, each signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine overall condition. The records are included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

924. Randy Newman. Trouble in Paradise album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered light wear to covers. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

925. No Doubt. Color 8 x 11 cardstock promotional photo of the band, signed in black felt tip by all four members: Gwen Stefani, Tom Dumont, Tony Kanal (all signing first name only), and Adrian Young (signed “A. Young”). In fine condition, with light central vertical bend, a couple of small creases, and a few surface impressions.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

926. Ted Nugent. Self-titled debut album

signed on the front cover in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with mild ‘ring of wear’ to covers and a few edge creases. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

927. Ted Nugent. Fantastic glossy 8.5

x 11 laser print photo of a young Nugent onstage, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a few light fingerprint marks.

Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Yoko honors her late husband, “Give peace a chance”

928. Yoko Ono. Cream-colored Fender Squier Strat ‘stratocasterstyle’ electric guitar, signed in-person on the body in black felt tip, “Give peace a chance, Yoko Ono ‘99.” A few dings and trivial chips to body and some light wear to edges, otherwise fine condition. Oversized.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 929. Paul Revere and the Raiders.

Printed souvenir lyrics to ‘Good Thing,’ on a light blue 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed in black felt tip by Paul Revere, adding a small sketch of Paul Revere in a colonial hat, Phil ‘Fang’ Volk, Jim Valley, adding “Harpo” with a small sketch of a horn, and signed in blue felt tip by Mark Lindsay. In fine condition, with some trivial creasing.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

930. Les Paul. Cream colored pickguard for a Les Paul-style guitar, signed in black felt tip, “Les Paul.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

931. Steve Perry. Bold color 22 x 34 poster of Perry, signed in black felt tip. Rolled and in fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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936. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters. Color 11 x 17 mini-poster for

932. Edith Piaf. Edith Piaf Gala concert program, 7 x 9.25, nicely signed on the blank back cover in blue ink. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling to back cover, and mild overall handling wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNAand RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon signed album from the legendary chanteuse 933. Edith Piaf. Re-

cital 1961 album signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, in French. Light album impressions to back cover, as well as some scattered light toning and soiling, and some light contrast to portion of signature and inscription, some light peeling to cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

934. Pink Floyd. Musician magazine from August 1988, 8.5 x 11, featuring the band on the cover, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by David Gilmour, Rick Wright, and Nick Mason. In fine condition, with some light contrast to Gilmour’s signature. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

937. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters. Photocopied sheet music for ‘Another Brick in the Wall (Part II),’ two pages, 8.5 x 11, signed on the first page in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Porter petitions the DMV for reinstatement for his chauffeur 935. Pink Floyd. Satin-finish 8

x 10 Columbia promotional photo of Roger Waters, signed in black felt tip; and a glossy 7 x 5 group photo, signed in silver ink by Dave Gilmour, and in black felt tip by Nick Mason and Rick Wright. Both are double matted and framed together with the band’s name to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The Wall, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple light creases to top edge. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

938. Cole Porter. DS, two pages, 8 x 13, August 24, 1950. Two

page affidavit from Porter concerning the reinstatement of his driver’s chauffeur license. Porter notes that “I am fully familiar with the three instances of speeding which resulted in the revocation of Paul Sylvan’s license…I am sure that my chauffeur will not again under any circumstances exceed the speed limits.” Porter needs his services as he is “working on a new show entitled ‘Out of This World.’” Signed on the second page in black ink by Porter. In fine condition, with expected folds. Accompanied by a TLS from Porter’s attorney concerning the matter, urging him to return the deposition after he has signed it. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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939. Elvis Presley. Vintage 7.5 x 9.25 paperstock photo of Presley in a checked shirt and cowboy hat, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Bridget from Elvis Presley.” Photo is affixed to an identical size scrapbook page, with another page affixed to reverse, with several snapshots of children. In very good condition, with signature and inscription fairly light, but still legible, scattered light toning and soiling, and some light staining to facial area. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

942. The Ramones.

940. Priscilla Presley. Two books: hardcover edition of Elvis By the Presleys, signed on the half-title page in black felt tip, and accompanied by two photos taken at time of signing; and a paperback copy of Elvis and Me, signed on the dedication page in black felt tip, “All my best, Priscilla Presley.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

Glossy 10 x 8 Radioactive promotional photo of the band, signed in black felt tip by Johnny, Marky, Joey, and C. J. Ramone, with “Hey Ho Let’s Go, The Ramones!,” added at the top by Marky Ramone. In fine condition.Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Freddie and band sign their first concept album 941.

Queen. Queen II album signed on their inside gatefold portrait in blue felt tip by Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor. In fine condition, with some light marks and creases to cover, along with a stray ink mark. The record is included.

Released in 1974 to a mixed reception, Queen II remains one of the band’s lesser-known albums, however, the album has retained a strong cult following. Signed in-person in New York City at the Plaza Hotel in the late 1970’s. You’d be hard pressed to find another set of pristine Queen signatures on this presentable a format. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Crisp 1976 Elektra contract, signed by all four 943. Queen. DS, signed “B. H.

May,” “Roger Taylor,” “John Deacon,” and “F. Mercury,” three pages, 8.5 x 11, December 1, 1976. Contract between Queen and Elektra/Asylum/ Nonesuch Records, citing “a certain agreement…between you and Sackville Productions Limited, relating to my services as a recording artist,” outlining details of Queen’s responsibility to Sackville Productions, and that their “services for the purpose of recording phonograph records are of a special, unique and extraordinary character which gives them a peculiar value, the loss of which cannot adequately be compensated by damages,” and that “I warrant and represent that my agreement with Productions provides that I shall receive not less than Six Thousand Dollars in compensation per annum by reason of that agreement.”

Light creasing, a white-out mark to the top edge, and small staple marks to the top left corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

944. REM. Reveal CD signed on the

front of the booklet in black felt tip by Michael Stipe and Peter Buck and in red felt tip by Mike Mills. In fine condition.

The CD is included. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

945. Return to Forever. Color satin-finish 14 x 11 group photo, signed in blue felt tip by Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, JeanLuc Ponty, Frank Gambale, and Lenny White. In fine condition.

Accompanied by five photos taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I had never worked with Ethel Merman before Annie Get Your Gun. There was no question that she was ‘the star’”

946. Richard Rodgers. Souvenir typescript on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet of erasable bond

paper, signed in black ink “Richard Rodgers.” An excerpt from Rodgers’s book Musical Stages regarding the casting of Annie Get Your Gun. In part: “I had never worked with Ethel Merman before Annie Get Your Gun. There was no question that she was ‘the star,’ but this was an innate part of her personality and had nothing to do with anything she said or did. Throughout her entire association with the show she was totally dependable and disciplined. I suppose I’ve accomplished as much as I ever dreamed of in the theatre, but the one thing I’ve missed was hearing Ethel Merman belt out one of my songs clear up to the second balcony…. Annie scored what the press, in near unison, liked to call a bull’s-eye. But how could it have been otherwise? It was a bull’s-eye from the moment Doroth [sic] and Herb walked into our office with the idea of Ethel playing Annie.”

Mild handling wear and some very faint wrinkling and soilng to margins, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Superb 12” Wood Lucky Man Box 947. Rolling Stones: Ronnie Wood. Lucky Man Box collec-

tion featuring a limited edition 12 x 12 screenprint of Wood’s ‘Lucky Man’ #90/750, and signed in gold ink “Ronnie Wood,” a 12” single of the song ‘Lucky Man,’ and a certificate of authenticity bearing a pre-printed signature of Wood. All are housed in beautiful gold matte box which presents the interior contents with a faux art frame.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Jagger, Richards, Jones, Wyman, and Watts—together again

948. Rolling Stones. Stellar vintage ballpoint signatures from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Brian Jones, and Bill Wyman on an off-white 5 x 8 sheet.

In very good condition, with a central horizontal crease, and scattered moderate creasing affecting the signatures, toning, and soiling, and an ink notation in another hand at the top right corner. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Stones commemorate one of their biggest-selling albums 949. Rolling Stones. Pristine color limited edition 22.5 x 26.5 print

of their Some Girls album cover, numbered #24/90, boldly signed in the lower border in blue felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Ron Wood. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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950. Rolling Stones. Cream-colored Fender Squier Tele ‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar,

signed on the body in black felt tip, “Time Is on My Side, Keith Richards 2003,” and Ron Wood,” and signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip by Bill Wyman, Mick Jagger, and Charlie Watts. In very good condition, with irregular adhesion to Richards’s signature and quote, slight irregular adhesion to Jagger and Wyman signatures, and Watts’s signature fairly light, but still legible. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

953. Sade. Color glossy 10 x 8 promotional photo of the exotic singer in metallic neck gear, signed in blue felt tip, “Love, Sade x.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

954. Sex Pistols: Johnny Rotten. Intense color satin-finish 951. Rush. Color glossy 10 x 8 publicity band photo, signed in black felt tip by Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart. In very good condition, with a horizontal crease passing through the facial areas and a moderate crease to the top left corner. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

952. Rush. Hold Your Fire tour

program, 1987–88, 12 x 12, 28 pages. Signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, and in black felt tip by Neil Peart. In fine condition, with light handling wear and some surface marks and creases to front cover. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/ REAL. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

14 x 11 photo of the infamous front man on stage, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

955. Shadows of Knight. Chicago rock band from the 1960s who play an eclectic mixture of British blues spliced with Chicago-style flair. 45 rpm record sleeve for the single ‘I Got My Mojo Working/Interview/Potato Chip,’ signed on the front in black felt tip by Jim Sohns, Joe Kelley, Tom Schiffour, and Jerry McGeorge. In fine condition, with light contrast to the signatures against the darker background.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

956. Frank Sinatra. Original cocktail menu from the Hotel Astor restaurant, measuring 10.5 x 10.5 open, signed inside in pencil

by Sinatra, Connie Haines, Tommy Dorsey, and one other. In very good condition, with toning along the edges, a small separation to the bottom left corner, and areas of surface loss along the spine and edge to the outside of the menu. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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960. Phil Spector.

Phil Spector Enterprises business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Spector, payable to Mrs. R. Owen for $1712.77, stamp-dated February 9, 1973.

In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through first letter of signature, and a bank stamp over most of Spector’s large and bold signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

961. Steppenwolf. Handwritten souvenir lyrics to ‘Magic Carpet Ride’ on a white 8.5 x 11 sheet. Goldy McJohn pens the lyrics, signing at the conclusion over an embossed McJohn Music Inc. stamp.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

962. Cat Stevens. Teaser and

the Firecat album signed in-person in blue felt tip on the front cover, “Yousef.” Owner’s name written along top edge of cover, as well as some scattered light staining and adhesive remnant to front cover, otherwise fine condition.

The record is included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

965. Barbra Streisand. Dem-

onstration copy of her Emotion album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Thanks! Barbra Streisand.” Scattered light creases and surface impressions and a gold promotional stamp on reverse, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

966. Barbra Streisand. Personal check,

6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Streisand, payable to Sue Fischer for $90.00, August 22, 1979. Pencil notation in another hand on the memo line reads, “Manicure.” In fine condition, with central vertical fold and show-through from stamps on reverse, lightly affecting signature. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

963. Rod Stewart. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a light arrow pointing to Stewart’s image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

964. Sly Stone. There’s A Riot Goin’ On album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip “Sly Stone.”

In fine condition. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Green eyed lady, windswept lady, moves the night the waves the sand” 967. Sugarloaf. Handwritten souvenir lyrics to ‘Green Eyed Lady’ on a light blue 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “Jerry Corbetta, ‘Sugar Loaf,’” adding “Written by J. Corbetta/J. C. Phillips/D. Riordan (c) 1969 Claridge Music Inc.” In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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968. The Supremes.

972. Toto. Color promotional flyer

Vintage 5.25 x 4.5 magazine photo of The Supremes holding an award, signed in red ink, “Diana,” “Florence,” and “Mary.” In fine condition.

Consignor notes this photo was signed in the 1960s for collector Norman Paar. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

for the UK Re-Union ‘99 Concert, 6 x 8.25, signed in black felt tip by David Paich, Mike Porcaro, Steve Lukather, Simon Phillips, and Bobby Kimball. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

969. James Taylor. Unused 8” Remo coated drumhead, signed in black felt tip, “This side up James Taylor.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

973. U2. Plastic album

970.

Thin Lizzy.

Fantastic Thin Lizzy European Tour 2011 tour book, 9 x 13, signed on the front in in black felt tip

by Scott Gorham, Brian Downey, Darren Wharton, Marco Mendoza, Vivian Campbell, and Ricky Warwick. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

971. George Thorogood and the Destroyers. 2120

South Michigan Ave. album signed on the front in black felt tip

by George Thorogood, Jeff Simon, adding a sketch of a snare drum and sticks, Bill Blough, adding a sketch of a martini, Buddy Leach, and Jim Suhler, adding an sketch of Texas. In fine condition. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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sleeve for the War picture disc, 12 x 12, signed on the sleeve in black felt tip by Bono, Edge, “Larry,” and “Adam.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

974. Van Halen: David Lee Roth.

Van Halen debut album signed on the front cover in silver ink, “David Lee Roth 08.” In very good condition, with scattered creases, moderate ‘ring of wear’ to covers, and a James Spence authentication label affixed to back cover. The record is included. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

975. Vanilla Fudge. The Beat Goes On album signed on the front in silver ink by Mark Stein, Vince Martell, Tim Bogart, and Carmine Appice. In fine condition, with scattered light rubbing, and trivial ‘rings of wear.’ The record is included.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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976. Vanilla Fudge. Renais-

sance album signed on the front in silver ink by Vince Martell, Mark Stein, Tim Bogert, and Carmine Appice, adding a second signature in blue felt tip; also signed on the back in blue ballpoint, “Love You, Carmine,” and “Love, Mark.” In fine condition, with a bend to the top right corner and a colored-in punch hole to the top left corner. The record is included. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

980. The Who: Daltrey and Townshend. Large ink signa-

tures, “Roger Daltrey,” and “Pete Townshend,” on individual colored album pages. Both are double matted and framed together with a photo of the pair on stage with The Who, to an overall size of 20 x 17.25. In fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

981. The Who: Pete Townshend. Color glossy 8 x 10 head-and-

shoulders photo, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light surface rubbing.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

977. Village People. Two color glossy promotional photos, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each featuring the Village People in costume and before a shimmering backdrop, both signed in black felt tip by Felipe Rose, Alex Briley, David Hodo, Jeff Olson, Ray Simpson, and Eric Anzalone.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

978. Joe Walsh. Sheet music to

982. ZZ Top. Promotional copy of Give It Up 12” single album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Frank Beard and Dusty Hill and in black felt tip by Billy Gibbons. Brushing to Gibbon’s signature, scattered edge wear and creasing, and promotional sticker to front cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is included.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

‘Rocky Mountain Way,’ six heavy cardstock pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the top of the first page in blue felt tip by Walsh. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

979. White Stripes. Black felt tip signature of Jack White (adding three stripes) and blue ballpoint signature of Meg White on a custom-made 4.25 x 3 white card with their printed names and “The White Stripes.” In very fine condition. A rare combination! RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

983. ZZ Top. Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the group in a desert town, signed in black felt tip by Billy Gibbons, Dusty Hill, and Frank Beard. In fine condition, with light contrast to a couple of the signatures against the darker background. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

984. ZZ Top. Stellar color satinfinish 14 x 11 photo of Gibbons and Hill on stage, signed in black felt tip by both. In fine condition.

Accompanied by two photos taken at the time of signing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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classic entertainment

985. Academy Award Winners. Five color glossy 8 x 10 pho-

tos of the Oscar statue, each signed in felt tip by a different Academy Award winner. Signers are: Haing S. Ngor (ins) and Red Buttons; Art Carney and Claude Jarman, Jr.; Helen Hayes; Liza Minnelli, Louise Fletcher, and Gregory Peck; and Beatrice Straight (ins). In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

989. Julie Andrews. Beautiful glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of a young Andrews, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Richard—Sincerely, Julie Andrews.”

Scattered light creasing, a light vertical crease running parallel to the left edge, and light rippling across the top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

986. Academy Award Winners. Five Volpe prints, 8.25 x

990. Julie Andrews. Vintage matte-

10.5, each signed in felt tip by the respective actress or actor shown.

Signers are: Olivia de Havilland, Luise Rainer, Sophia Loren, Ernest Borgnine, and Maximilian Schell (ins). In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

finish 8 x 10 publicity photo of Andrews with a parasol from the 1966 film, Hawaii, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen “To Peter, Sincerely, Julie Andrews.” In fine condition, with some mild rippling to the top and bottom edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

987. Actresses. Seven

glossy photos, each measuring approximately 8 x 10 or 10 x 8, one color, each featuring a classic icon of the silver screen, signed in felt tip by the respective actress pictured. Signers are: Shirley Temple (signed “Shirley Temple Black”), Angela Lansbury, Debbie Reynolds, Virginia Bruce (ins), Lizabeth Scott, Doris Day (ins), and Agnes Moorehead. In very good condition, with trimmed edges to Moorehead’s photo, mild to moderate scattered creasing and surface marks to Temple’s image, and some light creasing and a tear to the left edge of Bruce’s photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

991. Andy Griffith Show: Earle Hagen. Composer respon-

sible for the theme song from the Andy Griffith Show (1919–2008).

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Sheriff Andy and Opie with fishing poles, signed in black felt tip, “Earle Hagen.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Exceptional oversized photo of ‘The Rebel’ inscribed to the series’ set decorator 988. Nick Adams. Talented American actor (1931–1968) who appeared in such films

as Rebel Without a Cause and Twilight of Honor, for which he received an Academy Award nomination. He died of a prescription drug overdose at the age of 36. Stupendous vintage matte-finish 15.5 x 19.5 cardstock Gene Trindl publicity photo of Adams as Johnny Yuma holding a smoking gun, affixed a to Trindl mount of the same size, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to series set decorator, James W. Payne: “For Jimmy—A great guy, a great talent, a great personality and a great picture framer. Thanks for doing your part in making the ‘Rebel’ the best TV show on the air. Your sets and ideas are always ‘Perfection.’ Gratefully—Your friend, Nick (The Rebel).” In fine condition, with some mild rippling along the top border. A handsome and captivating seldom-seen image of this size featuring Adams in character, bearing fantastic association to the series. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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996. Richard Attenborough.

Color glossy 8 x 10 publicity halflength photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “My best wishes Richard, Richard Attenborough, 83.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases and faint surface marks, and a sticker affixed to the top right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

992. Andy Griffith Show: Don Knotts. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo

of Barney Fife, signed in blue felt tip.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

993. Pedro Armendariz.

Mexican-born actor who played Kerim Bey in From Russia with Love. Died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, prompted by his impending slow death from cancer. He was one of 91 people, along with John Wayne, Susan Hayward, and Agnes Moorehead, whose cancer was attributed to their exposure to radioactivity while working on the 1956 film The Conqueror. Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “Para Warren, En salute de Pedro Armendariz,” on a light green 5.5 x 4.5 album page, with collector’s notation along bottom edge. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

994. Fred Astaire. Handsome vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, floridly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Kathryn Crager, Sincerely, Fred Astaire.” In fine condition, with moderate silvering to the darker areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

“From one trapeze artist to another” 997. Lionel Atwill.

British actor (1885– 1946) best known for his roles in such horror films as Mark of the Vampire and Son of Frankenstein and as Moriarty to Basil Rathbone’s Sherlock Holmes. Haunting vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 publicity photo from one of his many horror films, signed in fountain pen, “From one trapeze artist to another, Lionel Atwill.” Scattered mild to moderate surface marks and spots of soiling, silvering to the darker areas of the image, and poor contrast of the signature and sentiment against the dark background, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

A sentimental Astaire writes to George Burns after seeing a clip of Gracie Allen 995. Fred Astaire. ALS signed “Fred,” one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead,

May 23. Letter to George Burns. In full: “I enjoyed so much watching Gracie and me doing our thing in that clip on the A. F. I. show. Wanted to get down to see you but as you know its kind of difficult table hopping at those affairs. Love all the things you’re doing George—every appearance is a gem.” In fine condition, with paperclip impression to top edge. Astaire appeared with Burns and Allen in the 1937 film, A Damsel in Distress. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1002. Stanley Baker. Vintage

998. Jeanne Aubert. French

glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo from the 1960 film, Hell Is a City, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Peter, Stanley Baker.” In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks and a stray ink mark below the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

actress and singer (1900–1988).

Darling vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of the actress in a polka-dot blouse, signed in fountain pen, “Souvenir de Jeanne Aubert.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1003. Anne Bancroft. Vintage

glossy 8 x 10 United Artists publicity photo for the 1962 film, The Miracle Worker, signed and inscribed inperson in fountain pen, “To Peter, Anne Bancroft.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases and light rippling along the bottom edge.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

999. Jean-Pierre Aumont.

Glossy 8 x 10 Metro-GoldwynMayer publicity photo, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To French, Jean-Pierre Aumont.” In fine condition, with some trivial creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1004. Leslie Banks.

1000. Lauren B a c a l l . Tw o

photos: Gorgeous matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of the sultry young actress, signed in black felt tip; and a color satin-finish 10 x 8 of Bacall at an awards dinner with Humphrey Bogart and Frank Sinatra, signed in black felt tip by Bacall. In fine condition, with a few trivial dings towards the bottom border of the first image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1001. Josephine Baker. Gorgeous vin-

tage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of Baker in pointe ballet shoes and a glittering, grandiose costume, signed in fountain pen, “Souvenir de Josephine Baker.” In fine condition, with some trivial soiling, and mounting remnants on the reverse. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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Vintage matte-finish 5.25 x 7.25 head-andshoulders photo of Banks draped in a white scarf, signed in fountain pen. In very good condition, with a crease to the top edge, a vertical crease running parallel to the left edge, mounting remnants to the reverse and background, and moderate silvering to the darker areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1005. Brigitte Bardot. Glossy 7 x 9.75 photo of the sultry actress, naked and covering herself with two small fans, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1006. Ethel Barrymore. Signed book:

1010.

Memories. Limited edition first edition of 250 copies (this being No. 10). NY: Harper & Brothers, 1955. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.75 x 9.75, 310 pages. Signed in blue ink on the tipped in limitations page, “Ethel Barrymore.” In fine condition, with a bit of chipping and soiling to the slipcase. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Batman. Five photos: color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Batman, signed in blue felt tip by Adam West; color glossy 8 x 10 of Robin, signed in black felt tip, “Burt Ward ‘Robin’”; glossy 8 x 10 Catwoman, signed in black felt tip, “You’re the tops, Julie Newmar”; glossy 8 x 10 of The Riddler, signed in black felt tip by John Astin; and a glossy 8 x 10 of Eartha Kitt, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple light brushes to Robin’s signature.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1007. John Barrymore.

Signed book: Confessions of an Actor. First edition. Indianapolis: The Bobbs-Merrill Company, 1926. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.25. Signed in black ink on a presentation bookplate affixed to the front pastedown. Uniform toning to bookplate, scattered toning and pencil notations to front pastedown, another bookplate affixed to first free end page, reinforced front hinge, a couple cracks to back hinge, dinged corners, and a few small separations to spine, otherwise very good condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1008. Richard Barthelmess. Dashing vintage

sepia matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 Elmer Fryer photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Fred Johnson, from Richard Barthelmess.” In fine condition, with some silvering to the darker areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1011. Batman: Burgess Meredith. Terrific glossy 8 x

10 publicity photo of Meredith as the Penguin holding an umbrella, signed in black felt tip, “Hi! from the Penguin,” adding vertically, “also good luck! Burgess Meredith.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1012. Anne Baxter.

Dramatic vintage glossy 10 x 8 RKO Radio promotional photo for Carnival Story, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Pierre, Anne Baxter.”

In fine condition, with a few trivial surface and corner creases and a faint diagonal line passing through the photo, not affecting the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1013. Warner Baxter.

1009. Batman. Three

color 8 x 10 photos: a glossy photo of Batman, signed in blue felt tip by Adam West; a limited edition glossy photo of Robin, signed in blue felt tip by Burt Ward; and a satin-finish photo of Mr. Freeze, signed and inscribed in black felt tip by Eli Wallach. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Baxter as the Cisco Kid, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For Bill Batty, with much appreciation & my best wishes—Most sincerely, Warner Baxter 1929 ‘The Cisco Kid.’” In fine condition, with a few light bends and creases, some light silvering to left side, and a bit of slight irregular adhesions to a few strokes of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1014. Warren Beatty. Vintage

1017. Milton Berle. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Lyman & Frishe, Milton Berle.” Scattered creases and surface marks, a bit heavier to left side, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo from the film, All Fall Down, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Peter, Warren Beatty.”

In fine condition, with some faint horizontal streaking to the finish.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I have no objection to any sequence from the film ‘Gaslight’ in which I appear being used by Mr. Derry Moore in his documentary film on George Cukor”

1018. Jacqueline Bisset.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bisset in her famous wet T-shirt from The Deep, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1015. Ingrid Bergman. DS, one page on

onionskin, 8.5 x 11, with Bergman penning the date August 19, 1969.

Bergman certifies that she has “no objection to any sequence from the film ‘Gaslight’ in which I appear being used by Mr. Derry Moore in his documentary film on George Cukor.”

Light creasing, some trivial toning at the top, and a staple mark to the top left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1019. Humphrey Bogart. Vintage ballpoint signature on an off-white 3.75 x 1.5 slip. Matted with a handsome photo of Bogart as Sam Spade, to an overall size of 11.75 x 15.5.

An intersecting horizontal and vertical crease, the latter passing through the first letter of the last name, and a stray ink mark from a matted-out inscription, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1016. Ingrid Bergman. Unique card ad-

dressed to Panamanian theatre director, Jose Quintero, featuring multiple cut-out glossy photos of Bergman reading a script in various environments, measuring 7.5 x 8.75 open. The outside of the card features a child-like image of an angel with the printed message, “You…”, and the inside of the card bears another printed sentinment, “Bring Out the Best in Me!,” signed above and below in blue ballpoint, “Dearest Jose, such a small world, thank you!

Ingrid.” In fine condition, with light toning and a few trivial areas of soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1020. May Boley. Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To—Fred Johnson, ‘For Remembrance,’ May Boley.” In fine condition, with light corner creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1021. Richard Boone. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Boone from the 1961 film, A Thunder of Drums, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Peter, Richard Boone.” In very good condition, with scattered light creasing and surface impressions, and some light horizontal streaking to the finish, some of which affect the facial area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1022. Ernest Borgnine. Glossy 8 x 10 20th Century-Fox promotional photo for the 1972 film, The Poseidon Adventure, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Pierre, Best Wishes, Ernest Borgnine.” In fine condition, with a crease towards the right edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1024. Marlon Brando. Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Shannon, Regards, Marlon Brando,” on a peach 5.75 x 4 album page with a clipped photo affixed to lower right. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases and wrinkles and light show-through from a signature and inscription of Leslie Caron on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A rare, colorful, and candid letter revealing dissatisfaction with suburban life in Hollywood

1023. Marlon Brando. ALS signed “Mar,” one page, lightly-lined yellow legal

paper, 8.5 x 14, postmarked June 18, 1956. Brando writes to actor Eddie Sherman, in full: “Thanks so much for the note. I just can’t tell you what a fine fucking time I had. It was one of the big gasses for me and I’ll always remember it. When I finish the picture I’m going to try to get back for a week or two. That’ll be in about two months. I just can’t get over how many pleasant people I met there.

After having lived in the scuffling suburbs for about fourteen years it was a big relief to meet people who were happy enough to leave themselves unprotected.

It was just great Eddie and I want to thank you sincerely for giving us such a wonderful time. I’m sending you a couple of things and I hope you like them.

Please give everyone a good rimming for me especially my little nigger,” adding the post-script, “I got the passport and stuff—thanks.” Three horizontal mailing folds, a central vertical crease, and scattered light surface and corner creasing, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, partially addressed in Brando’s hand.

In 1956, Brando had recently been named the number one box-office star in Hollywood, and used his considerable sway with the studio to lobby for and win the lead role in The Teahouse of the August Moon, a satire on the US occupation of Japan. He spent the first part of 1956 working on the Japanese island of Okinawa filming the picture. Some viewers of the film were so convinced of his performance as the Japanese interpreter Sakini that they asserted Brando wasn’t in the picture and demanded their money back. Likely en route to Japan, Brando visited Oahu, Hawaii, where he befriended Eddie Sherman, who worked as a newspaper columnist. “Celebrities would do an interview on the Mainland and that would be it for the journalist,” Sherman said. “But they’d come to Honolulu and spend awhile…I’d get to really know people in a way not possible anywhere else.” A forthright letter embodying Brando’s brash persona. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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1029. Joe E. Brown. Jovial vintage

1025. Ernest Borgnine. Satin-

sepia matte-finish 10.5 x 13.75 Elmer Fryer photo of Brown perched on a table, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Fred Johnson: With my sincere good wishes for your future happiness, Joe E. Brown, 4/12/31.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Borgnine as Quinton McHale, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1030. Yul Brynner. Glossy 8 x 10 photo 1026. Robert Bray.

Film and television actor (1917–1983) probably best remembered for his role as the forest ranger Corey Stuart in Lassie.

Felt tip signature, “To Doug—With all our best, Bob Bray and Lassie,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1027. Carl Brisson. Vin-

tage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of Brisson in military garb, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Fred Johnson, Best Wishes. Carl Brisson, Hollywood, 1935.”

In very good condition, with moderate corner creasing, a small tear to the top edge, and light contrast to the end of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1031. Eddie Byrne. Irish actor, best remembered for his role as General Vanden Willard in Star Wars Episode IV, as well as Inspector Mulrooney in The Mummy.

Felt tip signature and inscription, “Buddy, Best wishes, Eddie Byrne,” on a yellow 6 x 4 album page. In fine condition. Signature originates from noted Hollywood collector Buddy George Marshall. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1032. Yakima Canutt. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Canutt clad in black, his six-shooter drawn, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1028. Clive Brook. British actor (1887–1974) who played opposite Marlene Dietrich in Shanghai Express. He also played Sherlock Holmes three times. Striking vintage matte-finish 5 x 7.75 profile photo, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and light rippling to the top and bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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of Brynner in The King and I, boldly signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light creasing and a few areas of ink loss to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1033. Leo Carrillo. Vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Carillo posing with camera equipment, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Cosetta, Leo Carrillo.” Framed to an overall size of 8 x 10. In fine condition, with some light bleeding to the ink at the end of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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1034. Madeleine Carroll. English actress

(1906–1987). A favorite of Alfred Hitchcock, she appeared in The 39 Steps and Secret Agent. She was also the first British actress to be offered a major American film contract, becoming a part of the illustrious Paramount Pictures roster. Five letters (four ALSs and one TLS) signed “Madeleine” or “Madeleine Carroll,” ranging in size from 4.5 x 3.5 to 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, and dated from April of 1936 through March of 1949. Each addressed to esteemed collector, Saul Goodman, in which Carroll sends thanks for birthday wishes, thanking him for a bottle of wine, which was most “significant because it arrived just after I had heard officially that my next picture was the be ‘The General Died at Dawn,’ directed by Lewis Milestone, and your….read, ‘May this be another milestone along your path…to success!’,” and in another, Carroll makes that she “is now in the middle of making ‘Zenda,’ which promises to be a very fine picture.” In overall fine condition. Each letter is accompanied by the original mailing envelope, three of which are addressed in Carroll’s hand, and a holiday greeting by Western Union. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1037. Casablanca: Madeleine LeBeau.

Classic glossy 10 x 8 jet-print photo of LeBeau and Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca, signed in blue felt tip by LeBeau.

In fine condition, with a faint grainy horizontal strip, lightly passing through the bottom of LeBeau’s facial area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1038. Charlie Chaplin.

Vibrant vintage fountain pen signature, “Charlie Chaplin,” on a salmon 7.25 x 4.5 album page.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1035. Casablanca: Curt Bois. Actor (1901–1991) best

remembered for his performance as the Pickpocket in Casablanca.

Semi-glossy 4 x 5.75 cardstock photo, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1036. William Castle. Famed

B-movie director and producer (1914–1977) known for directing films with many gimmicks which were ambitiously promoted.

Glossy 3.75 x 6 photo of Castle and Ilona Schutze during filming for 13 Frightened Girls, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes from William Castle, Hollywood California.” Photo is also signed on the image side in fountain pen by Schutze. In fine condition, with light surface impressions to image side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1039. Charlie Chaplin. Vintage 8 x 10 textured finish photo of

Chaplin looking dapper in a three-piece suit, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To my friend, faithfully, Charlie Chaplin 19–28.” In very good condition, with a central horizontal crease and some scattered light soiling to borders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Monumental promotional photo from Chaplin’s last American film, Limelight

1040. Charlie Chaplin. Haunting vintage glossy 8 x 10 United Artists promotional photo for Limelight, signed in fountain pen, “Hello! Charles Chaplin.” In fine condition, with a couple of trivial surface creases and impressions. After Chaplin left for the London premiere of Limelight in 1952, J. Edgar Hoover persuaded the Immigration and Naturalization Services to deny Chaplin’s readmittance to the US under grounds of suspicion for “un-American activities.” Incensed, Chaplin made no attempts to return, disgusted by the accusations and media frenzy created by the FBI and yellow press. He did not return to the states until 1972, when he would receive an Honorary Oscar. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1042. Cyd Charisse. Alluring glossy 8 x 10 double-weight MGM publicity photo of Charisse posing in a beaded black dress, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Cyd Charisse.” In fine condition, with some light surface marks and mild brushing to the signature and sentiment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Handsome Chaplin portrait presented to pioneering journalist Mayme Peake 1041. Charlie Chaplin. Vintage matte-finish 9 x 11 head-and-

shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Mayme Ober Peake, with best wishes, Charlie Chaplin, Hollywood 1936.” In fine condition, with a couple pencil lines and light toning to edges (easily matted out), and some light contrast to date and location of signature.

Peak was the first female reporter assigned to cover Hollywood. She was also the first president of the Hollywood Women’s Press Club, and had a career covering diplomatic and other political stories in Washington. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1043. Dave Chasen. Vaudevillian and one-time Three Stooges fill-in, and owner of the famous Chasen’s restaurant in West Hollywood. Felt tip signature, “My best, Dave Chasen,” on an off-white 6 x 4 card. In fine condition, with some light edge toning. Signature originates from noted Hollywood collector Buddy George Marshall. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1044. Mae Clarke. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 linen-backed photo, signed and inscribed later in black ink “To—Ervin Straubhaar, This was a good assignment. I was ‘Satin’ (the cloth not the devil). Dorothy Arzner the lady Director. See it on cassette. I have it and enjoy it. Best wishes, Mae Clarke 1988.” In fine condition, with a couple small repaired tears to right edge and some scattered light surface marks.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1045. Rene Clement. French

film director and screenwriter (1913–1996). Ink signature, “Rene Clement,” on an off-white 6 x 4 card. In fine condition, with a bit of light edge toning. Signature originates from noted Hollywood collector Buddy George Marshall. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1046. Claudette Colbert. Ele-

gant glossy 8 x 10 Shalitt full-length photo, boldly signed in black felt tip.

Some light creasing, a few trivial dings, a small tear to the bottom edge and top left corner, and some trivial silvering to some of the darker areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1047. Joan Collins. Lovely glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1048. Ronald Colman. Vintage

ink signature, “Ronald Colman,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card, with a small collector’s notation along bottom. Paperclip impression to top and a bit of scattered light foxing, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1050. Betty Compson. Gorgeous vintage sepia matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 Preston Duncan head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Ruth Tiblier, With my best wishes, Betty Compson.” A slight bend to the photo, a light crease running parallel to the left edge, and light silvering to some of the darker areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1051. Katharine Cornell. Vin-

tage sepia glossy 11 x 14 Vandamm profile photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Fred Johnson, with all regards, Katharine Cornell.”

Light corner creasing, mild discoloration along the right edge, and some lightly touched-up sections in the facial area, done in another hand, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1052. Joseph Cotten and Deanna Durbin. Glossy 8 x

10 photo of Cotten and Durbin on a sand dune in one of their films, signed in purple felt tip by Joseph Cotten and in black felt tip by “Deanna Durbin David.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases and surface marks. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

In 1938, Cooper pays a whopping 27K to the IRS 1049. Gary Cooper. Personal check, 8 x 3, filled out in

another hand and signed by Cooper, payable to Collector of Internal Revenue for $27281.75, September 15, 1938.

Memo lines read, “4th qtr 1937 tax, Veronica B. Cooper, Gary Cooper.” A vertical fold to right side passing through one letter of signature, and expected cancellation stamps and holes, otherwise fine condition. An astronomical amount for its time, this check is a clear reflection of Cooper’s highlypaid star appeal. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1053. Broderick Crawford.

1057. Creature from the Black Lagoon.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo from the 1950 film, Born Yesterday, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Pierre—Take it Easy, Broderick Crawford.” In fine condition, with a few light surface creases and some faint horizontal streaking to the finish. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Reproduction color 14 x 11 lobby card for Creature from the Black Lagoon, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “Aloha Ervin—Welcome to my ‘Black Lagoon.’

Ben Chapman, Jr., Hawaii,” and “To Ervin Help! Julie Adams.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1054. Joan Crawford. Vin-

tage glossy 8 x 10 MGM publicity photo of Crawford looking skyward, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen “To Saul, See you next year, Joan Crawford.” Reverse of photo bears collector’s stamp date of October 27, 1935, the date the signature was acquired. In very good condition, with small circular stain next to facial area, scattered light creases and surface marks, a bit of light spotting to emulsion, and a couple small brushes to signature. Saul Goodman Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1058. Billy Curtis.

Actor (1909–1988) who appeared in Superman and the Mole Men, The Wizard of Oz, and as Mordecai in High Plains Drifter. Felt tip signature, “Good luck, Billy Curtis, Slick Bender ‘Little Cigars’,” on an off-white 6 x 4 card. In fine condition. Signature originates from noted Hollywood collector Buddy George Marshall. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1059. Peter Cushing. TLS signed “P.

1055. Joan Crawford. Color

Cushing,” one page, 5.5 x 3.5, personal cardstock letterhead, May 1974.

Cushing writes to Mr. and Mrs. King, in part: “I do hope your ailment is not too distressing, and that you are able to enjoy life now you’ve had to leave the R. A. F,” adding the handwritten sentiment, “In all sincerity.”

In fine condition, with a bit of light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of a young Crawford clad in bikini and posing with a gargantuan surfboard on the beach, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Happy Summer to Gene Hunt, from Joan Crawford.”

In fine condition, with light creasing to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1056. Joan Crawford. TLS, one

page, 6.25 x 7, personal letterhead, July 16, 1963. Crawford writes to “Richard,” in part: “I am returning ‘Two in the Bush’ herewith, and it is charmingly written in delightful, sophisticated comedy; but it is just not the type of story that I would care to do at this time.” Light toning, a light area of soiling affecting the second letter of the signature, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1060. Jules Dassin.

Semi-glossy 7 x 4.75 Roger Corbeau photo of Dassin giving instruction from behind the camera, signed in blue felt tip, “Coridally, Jules Dassin.”

In fine condition, with some mild brushing to the signature and sentiment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1061. Thayer David. Actor (1927–1978) known for his work on the cult serial Dark Shadows and as the fight promoter George Jergens in the Oscar-winning movie Rocky. He also appeared as Count Arne Saknussemm in the film Journey to the Center of the Earth in 1959. Felt tip signature and inscription, “To Buddy—Best wishes, David Thayer,” on an offwhite 4 x 6 card. In fine condition.

Signature originates from noted Hollywood collector Buddy George Marshall. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1065. Sammy Davis, Jr. Vintage matte-finish

3 x 4 candid photo of a young Davis sitting on a small stage, dated March 15, 1956, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “All my best, Sammy Davis, Jr.” In very good condition, with some moderate creasing, and stamps on the reverse, lightly affecting the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1066. Olivia de Havilland.

1062. Bette Davis. Original

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Davis as she appeared in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane, signed and inscribed in-person in blue ink “For Gerald, Bette Davis.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface marks and creases. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1063. Bette Davis. Elegant

semi-glossy 8 x 10 Warner Bros promotional photo of Davis lounging on a striped satin couch, signed in black felt tip. A mild area of paper loss to the left edge, a small tear to the top, and light silvering to some of the darker areas of the image, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of de Havilland in costume, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with some scattered light rubbing to finish. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1067. Olivia de Havilland.

Darling glossy 8 x 10 Warner Bros promotional half-length photo, signed in black felt tip. Mild corner creasing, moderate foxing to the top left corner, and some trivial silvering to some of the darker areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1068. Jacques Demy. Ac-

1064. Bette Davis. Comely glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo from the 1959 film, John Paul Jones, signed in blue ink. In fine condition, with a light crease passing through the facial area and slight contrast to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

claimed French filmmaker during the New Wave movement (1931–1990), who, unlike his fellow compatriots, chose to create visual landscapes inspired by fantasy, musicals, fairytales, and the glamour of classic Hollywood. He was heavily influenced by the work of Francois Truffaut. ALS signed “Jacques x,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead sent from Paris, October 12, 1977. Demy writes, in part: “Shortly, I’ll send you an outline of my screenplay. I would like to do some rewriting before sending it to you. I miss Los Angeles and my friends already. Please, Dear George, accept my best wishes on your new project—I enjoyed very much that Sunday we spent together and I think of you.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression through the personal stationery print. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1069. Angie Dickinson. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of a young Dickinson showing off her legs, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1074. Kirk Douglas. Imposing satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Douglas as Spartacus, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner and a few trivial bends. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1075. Kirk Douglas. Vintage

1070. Marlene Dietrich. Sultry

glossy 6.5 x 9.25 photo of Douglas as Spartacus, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Giles Paren— Good luck—Kirk Douglas, 1981.”

In fine condition, with trimmed edges and scattered smudging to the signature and inscription. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dietrich in an oversized parlor chair, signed vertically in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1071. Diana Dors. Ravishing

glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dors showing some leg in a black chiffon dress, signed in blue felt tip, “Sincerely yours, Diana Dors.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases and surface marks. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1076. Kirk Douglas.

1073. Kirk Douglas.

DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, November 1, 1956.

Agreement between Douglas and Rosenthal & Norton regarding an “assignment of an undivided interest in a mineral lease located in Grayson County, Texas,” and an “Agreement with Phoenix Enterprises, Inc., a corporation for the drilling of one well on the lease,” in which Rosenthal & Norton have informed Douglas they they are “the attorneys for Phoenix Enterprises, Inc.” and that “Phoenix Enterprises may…benefit from the transaction to which the above agreements relate, and accordingly you will and/or may benefit therefrom.” Several staple marks to the top left corner of each page, two punch holes to the top edge, and pencil notations in another hand, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Great glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed in blue felt tip. Some rippling to the left edge, affecting both top and bottom corners, and slightly affecting the bottom right corner, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1077. Melvyn Douglas. Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Douglas as Colonel Claude Brackenbury from Advance to the Rear, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Pierre, Melvyn Douglas.”

In fine condition, with a stray ink mark to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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1082. Irene Dunne. Glossy 8 x

1078. Melvyn Douglas. Glossy

10 Columbia Pictures promotional photo of Dunne in a flowered net veil, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Richard Cancilla, Greetings from Irene Dunne.” Some mild corner creasing, a few trivial surface marks, and faint crisscrossed streaking over the facial area, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed vertically in black ink “To Emma R. Sterling, Melvyn Douglas.” In fine condition, with some light surface marks and dings, and some light horizontal streaking to finish near bottom. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1079. Billie Dove. Crisp mattefinish 8 x 10 publicity photo of Dove from Cock of the Air, signed and inscribed in red felt tip, “To L. Allan Smith—With the best wishes of Billie Dove (This is a ‘still’ from ‘Cock O’ The Air’ which was made in 1932).”

In fine condition, with some light toning and a few dings to the edges, and some slight contrast to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1080. Mary Duncan.

1083. Robert Duvall. Classic glossy 8 x 10 United Artists promotional photo of Duvall as Lt. Col. Kilgore in Apocalypse Now, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1084. Robert Duvall. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the actor in a pin-stripe suit, signed in-person in blue felt tip.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Gorgeous vintage sepia matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 full-length Russell Ball photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Fred Johnson, with only best wishes, Mary Duncan.” In fine condition, with mild areas of silvering, lightly trimmed edges, and light contrast to the end of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1085. Clint Eastwood. Commanding satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Eastwood as Josey Wales, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1081. Irene Dunne.

Two ravishing mattefinish photos, 7.75 x 9.75 and 8 x 10, one featuring the dramatic beauty in a silken, furtrimmed gown, signed in blue felt tip, and the other a Paramount Pictures publicity photo, signed in red felt tip. In fine condition, with light ripping to both. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1086. Clint Eastwood. Color

glossy 14 x 11 photo of Eastwood in one of his early westerns, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by inperson specialist Mike Wehrmann.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1090. Exorcist: Max von Sydow. Color

1087. Marta Eggerth. Pretty vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 German postcard photo, signed in the bottom border in fountain pen.

Silvering to some of the darker areas of the image, and mild to moderate irregular ink adhesion to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo from the conclusion of The Exorcist, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1091. Jose Ferrer.

1088. Anita Ekberg.

Two different glossy 8 x 10 photos of the blonde bombshell, one featuring Ekberg in a leopard-trimmed jacket and displaying her long legs, signed in fountain pen, and the other an image of the actress before two tribal masks, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing to both photos. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Glossy 7.5 x 9.25 closeup photo from Ferrer’s Oscar-winning role as Cyrano de Bergerac, boldly signed in black felt tip. A couple of dings and creases, faint streaking to the finish, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Fairbanks sends a letter brimming with admiration to Igor Stravinsky: “I’ve had occasion to reminisce, boastfully you may be sure...when I was asked to substitute for Bob Montgomery as Narrator for your magnificently moving ‘Oedipus Rex’ at Philharmonic” 1089. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 19, 1970. In a letter to famed composer, Igor Stravinsky, Fairbanks writes, in part: “I’ve had occasion to reminisce, boastfully you may be sure, during the past week when I was asked to substitute for Bob Montgomery as Narrator for your magnificently moving ‘Oedipus Rex’ at Philharmonic, with Claudio Abbado’s conducting. Although it was a completely alien thing for me to do…I was absolutely enchanted by every moment of my three rehearsals and four performances. Also, as you undoubtedly have heard, the work enjoyed a fine public and critical reception…I was speaking to our mutual good friend, Arnold Weisberger, yesterday and told him how sad I was over the fact that an inscribed photograph you gave me years ago was destroyed in a fire in our house…I added that I’d long wanted to write and ask you if you would mind giving me another one, also inscribed, to take its place, but I had lost my nerve—due to the length of time that has passed since we last knew each other…I hope you will find it convenient and possible as it would be enormously appreciated…I’m delighted to learn of you being here in New York. Perhaps, one day, I may have the honor of calling upon you and paying my too-long delayed personal respects.” In fine condition, with light creasing and a faint paperclip impression to the top left corners. Fantastic content dripping with artistic praise, from one entertainer to another. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1092. Stepin Fetchit.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Yours for originality via for Movieland, Stepin Fetchit,” on a light green 5.5 x 4 album page with a clipped image of Fetchit affixed. In fine condition, with light to moderate toning around the edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1093. Peter Finch.

Pensive glossy 8 x 10 publciity photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To All, Peter Finch.” In fine condition, with some light smudging and feathering to the signature and inscription. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1095. Rhonda Fleming. DS, two pages both

sides, 8.5 x 11, March 9, 1956. Contract for employment between Fleming and Paramount Pictures for her role as “Laura Denbow” in the film, Gunright at O.K. Corral for a length of “8 consecutive weeks… commencing on March 14, 1956.” Paramount then agrees to pay Fleming “a salary at the rate of $3,750 per week.” Fleming’s initials appear on page two next to a paragraph that is crossed out, along with two other initials in different hands. In very good condition, with some trivial creasing, several ink and pencil notations, a faint, rusty staple mark to the top left corner of each page, a slightly rusty paperclip impression to the same corner, and a small area of paper loss to the top left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1096. Jane Fonda. Gorgeous glossy 8 x 10 publicity head-andshoulders photo on a young Fonda, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1097. Jane Fonda. Dazzling

1094. Robert J. Flaherty. Revered as the father of the film

documentary (Nanook of the North, 1922). Upon his death, poet E.E. Cummings referred to him as “a god among men,” and Orson Welles put him in the same company as Thoreau and Walt Whitman. ALS signed “Robert Flaherty,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 6.5, December 14, 1949. In a letter from Silvermine, Norwalk Connecticut, Flaherty writes to John Greenough, President of the American Geographic Society, New York, in full: “It is with very great regret that I have to tell you of my inability to carry out the lecture date of Dec. the 23rd. Upon receipt of your first letter asking me to alter the date I went ahead with other arrangements which I am exceedingly sorry to say cannot now will change. I do hope you will not be seriously inconvenienced.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of a young Fonda in a shoulder-baring dress, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some trivial creasing along the top left edge and two faint surface marks towards the right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1098. Jane Fonda. Eye-catch-

ing color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Fonda as Barbarella, signed inperson in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1103. Jodie Foster.

1099. Joan Fontaine. Two items:

glossy 8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo, signed in black felt tip; and a Volpe print, 8.25 x 10.5, featuring Fontaine from the 1941 film, Suspicion, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1100. Margot Fonteyn and Robert Helpmann. Fabulous

vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 cardstock photo, signed in fountain pen by both. Light silvering to the darker areas of the image, and moderately irregular ink adhesion to Fonteyn’s signature, and mildly irregular adhesion to Helpmann’s, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1101. Margot Fonteyn.

Glossy 3.5 x 5.5 cardstock photo of Fonteyn in an ethereal dress performing on stage, signed in the bottom border in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a light crease to the top left corner and some surface impressions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo of a young, seductive Foster from Bugsy Malone, signed and inscribed inperson, as a teenager, in fountain pen, “Pierre, Jodie Foster.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and scattered faint surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1104. Pauline Frederick. Pen-

sive vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Frederick in a flowered hat (designated M. E. Spurr in the bottom right corner), looking off into the distance, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Pauline Frederick.”

In very good condition, with a tack hole to the bottom border, a small tear from a tack hole to the top border, scattered surface marks, trimmed edges, and mild silvering to some of the darker areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1105. Gert Frobe. Intimidating 3.5 x

5.5 postcard photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip in German. In fine condition, with a couple light postal impressions to top right. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1102. Bob Fosse. Glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo, signed in blue felt tip, “Best wishes, Bob Fosse.”

In fine condition, with some light surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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“To the Queen from the King” 1106. Greta Garbo. Strange ANS signed “G. G.,” one page, 4 x 3, no date. Unusual note from Garbo on the inside of a gift card. In full: “To the Queen from the King.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Armed with new lures Gable exclaims: “If I can’t catch a fish with these than to Hell with it.

I’ll go back to duck shooting!”

1107. Clark Gable. TLS signed “Clark,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letter-

head, February 16, 1948. Gable writes a friendly letter to Jimmy Robinson of Sports Afield Magazine concerning an unidentified package that arrived in the mail. In part: “Conway with his usual sharp eye and tired secretary sent along the Lure with no explanation from whence it came so ‘believe it or not’ my being very quick to thank people for what they do for me sent a letter on to the Paul Bunyan Bait Company.

God knows who will get it. Now I find that our old friend Chuck Murphy is owner and president of the company, so I hope my letter eventually lands in his hands so he will know I appreciate the Lure. They are beautiful. If I can’t catch a fish with these than to Hell with it. I’ll go back to duck shooting! By the way was it you, wise guy, who sent from Minneapolis with no name attached that drake and hen Mallard? If so many thanks. Will raise my own ducks next year.” Scattered light surface creasing and soiling, a pencil notation to the bottom edge, and slightly irregular ink adhesion to the first letter of the signature, otherwise fine condition. A light and jovial letter, revealing the sportier side of Rhett Butler. In fact, Gable once told Life magazine, ‘Hell, if I’d jumped on all the dames I’m supposed to have jumped on, I’d have no time to go fishing.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1108. Greta Garbo. Partial self-contained DS, one page, 4 x 2.5, no date.

Bottom portion of an incomplete corporate document, headed at the top, “debtor Corporation,” signed in fountain pen, “Greta Garbo,” on the line designated for the signature of “owner, trustee, or agent.” Nicely suede matted and framed, with a portrait of Garbo and a biographical plaque, to an overall size of 15.25 x 28.25. In fine condition, with a bit of mild soiling, and a pencil “x” next to signature. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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111 0 . J u d y Garland. Bank

check, 8.5 x 3.75, filled out in type and signed by Garland, payable to General Telephone Co. for $340.24, July 20, 1966. In very good condition, with a central vertical crease, some light creasing, a small tear and area of paper loss to the top edge, a small return address label affixed to the bottom left corner, and the expected notation and show-through from cancellation stamps on reverse and one on the front, affecting the first letter of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1111. Judy Garland.

Vintage pencil signature, “Judy Garland, 8850 Evenview Dr., L. A. Cr. 66466,” on an off-white 4 x 7 restaurant check. Double matted and framed with a portrait of Garland to an overall size of 19.25 x 16.5. In very good condition, with a couple horizontal folds, one passing through bottoms of a few letters of signature, moderate toning to most, with a lighter block over street address, and a few other light creases. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“This apparently did things to my skeleton which provides exotic X-ray pictures to enchant the specialists” 1112. Greer Garson.

“You are such a darling person to ask me again to visit you. For reasons I do not want to dwell upon, I cannot accept now”

1109. Greta Garbo. TLS signed “G. G.,” one page, 5.5 x 7.5, June

2, 1972. Garbo declines an invitation from Stanley Hall. In full: “You are such a darling person to ask me again to visit you. For reasons I do not want to dwell upon, I cannot accept now, but one day, Lord willing, I hope I will visit you. A million thanks. Fondest to you and your friends.” Matted and framed, with two glossy portraits of Garbo, to an overall size of 13 x 36. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Collection of 22 letters, ALSs and TLSs, on varying cards and sheets, dating from 1958 all the way through 1986, and all addressed to esteemed collector, Saul Goodman. Garson sends thanks for birthday wishes and confessing that she has been “having therapy, traction, etc…for a pinched nerve condition…probably caused by being tossed off a horse a few years ago. This apparently did things to my skeleton which provides exotic X-ray pictures to enchant the specialists…,” and in a later letter, Garson sends well wishes for “no health problems. We’ve had a rough year. Buddy’s illness continues & I had a stroke in August. Made (or making) an excellent recovery, T. G.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelopes. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1113. Frances Gifford. Actress probably best remembered for the 1941 serial Jungle Girl, based on an Edgar Rice Burroughs story. In 1948 she was involved in an auto accident in which she received severe head injuries. In 1958 newspaper stories reported that as a result of the injuries she had been admitted to a California state mental hospital. In 1983, a writer for a film magazine found her in Pasadena. She had apparently fully overcome her physical and mental problems and was working for the city library. Lovely vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Lil, All the best always, Frances Gifford.” In fine condition, with light rippling along the top and bottom edge, and slightly irregular adhesion to the first letter of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1114. Lillian Gish. Scarce ALS, one page, 5.75 x 8.75, personal letterhead, October 1, 1952. Letter to Ms. Quirk. In part: “On my return from Europe last week I found your letter waiting for me. It would be easier to talk, so please call me.”

In fine condition, with some mild edge toning, two punch holes to top edge, and pencil notation to upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1115. Paulette Goddard. Exu-

berant glossy 8 x 10 Paramount Pictures publicity photo, signed and inscribed in purple felt tip “To Chuck, Paulette Goddard.” In fine condition, with a trivial crease to the top right corner and two small tears to the bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1116. Paulette Goddard. Dazzling

glossy 8 x 10 photo of the beauty with flowers interwoven through her hair, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1117. Godfather: Simonetta Stefanelli. Actress best known

outside Italy for her role in The Godfather, in which she played Apollonia Vitelli-Corleone, Michael Corleone’s wife. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of a movie poster for The Godfather, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Goldwyn promises a hefty sum in gold 1118. Samuel Goldwyn. Film producer

and co-founder of MGM (1879–1974). DS, twice signed “Samuel Goldwyn, Jr.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, March 16, 1927. In a promissory note between Samuel Goldwyn, Inc. and The Morrison Company, Inc., Goldwyn promises to pay “$14,263.30 in United States Gold Coin of the present standard of weight, fineness and value, with interest at the rate of 6% per annum…Ninety days after date, or on June 14, 1927,” signed at the conclusion by Goldwyn and his secretary beside an imprinted Samuel Goldwyn, Inc. stamp. In very good condition, with horizontal folds, some light creasing, a few paperclip impressions towards the top left corner, a few trivial areas of paper loss along the edges, two sets of staple marks towards the top, two small holes to the seal, and pencil notations in another hand.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1119. Gone With the Wind: Rand Brooks.

Classic satin-finish 10 x 8 publicity photo of Brooks and Vivien Leigh, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Patricia, Best Always, Rand Brooks, ‘Charles.’” In fine condition, with a light fingerprint impression to the right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1120. Gone With the Wind: de Havilland and Brooks.

Color glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo from Scarlett and Charles’ wedding scene, signed in blue felt tip, “Olivia de Havilland, Melanie,” and signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Mary Jo’s daughter, Wishing you happiness, Rand Brooks.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1124. Gone With the Wind: Butterfly McQueen. Glossy 8 x 10 photo

of McQueen as Prissy from Gone With the Wind, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1121. Gone With the Wind: Olivia de Havilland. Glossy 8 x

10 photo of de Havilland as Melanie, signed in-person in blue felt tip.

In very fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1122. Gone With the Wind: Olivia de Havilland. Glossy

11 x 14 photo of the actress in her GWTW role, signed in blue felt tip “Olivia de Havilland, ‘Melanie.’” In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to lower right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1125. Betty Grable. Three items: ALS signed, “Betty,” one page, 6.25 x 5.5, personal stationery, no date, but accompanying envelope postmarked August 15, 1972. Grable writes to Peter Fox, in part: “I am feeling much healthier now, but it’s been a long siege. I think about all of you so much, and the fun we had, and as you say, the ‘disaster’”; a Christmas card, 6.5 x 5, featuring an image of a girl on a bench surrounded by presents, signed inside beneath a printed sentiment in red ballpoint, “Love, Betty Grable,” and inscribed at the top, “Dear Pete”; and a greeting card, 7 x 4.5, featuring a whimsical scene of a girl, a music box, and some animal friends, signed inside beneath a printed sentiment in red felt tip. In fine condition, with some light creasing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Grable’s hand. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 1126. Gloria Grahame. Acad-

emy Award-winning actress for her role in The Bad and the Beautiful.

Her first public recognition came on loan-out in It’s a Wonderful Life.

Though her talent and sex appeal were of star quality, she did not fit the star pattern at MGM, which sold her contract to RKO in 1947. Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Craig, Gloria Grahame,” on an off-white 8 x 5 sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1127. Cary Grant. Glossy 8 x

1123. Gone With the Wind: Clark Gable. Crisp vintage fountain pen signature on a yellow 5 x 2.5 album page. In fine condition, with small mounting remnants on the reverse. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Miss M. Collis, Cordially, Cary Grant 1968.” Overall creasing and surface marks, tack holes to top and bottom edges, old tape to bottom edge, and light irregular ink adhesion to signature and inscription, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1128. Sydney Greenstreet. Acclaimed char-

acter actor (1879–1954) best known for his memorable roles in The Maltese Falcon and Casablanca. Vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.5 photo of the actor seated in a large chair, signed vertically in fountain pen, “Best wishes, Sydney Greenstreet 1943.”

Lightly trimmed edges and some scattered light silvering to darker areas of image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1129. Yvette Guilbert. Renowned French actress and cabaret singer (1865–1944) who was immortalized in a number of works by prominent Belle Époche poster artists Henri Toulouse-Lautrec and Jules Cheret. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Yvette Guilbert, Berlin, Fevrier 1901,” on the correspondence side an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, with a clipped image of Guilbert affixed to the left of signature. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning and light show-through from postmark along top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1130. Dorothy Gulliver. Glossy 8 x 10 promotional photo for the film, In Old Cheyenne, signed and inscribed to sardonic Hollywood writer, Richard Lamparski, in blue felt tip, “Hi! Richard Lamparsky [sic], Come over again and help with the dogs! Love—Dorothy Gulliver, 6-30-87.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1132. Huntz Hall. Glossy 8 x 10

photo of the former Bowery Boy, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce signature of the tragic Hollywood legend 1133. Jean Harlow. Legendary screen actress (1911–1937), known

for her unique sex appeal and her distinctive platinum blonde hairdo, who died of renal failure at the age of 26. Vintage pencil signature, “Jean Harlow,” on a light pink 5.5 x 4.5 album page, with two clipped photos affixed to corners. In fine condition, with a few light wrinkles and ripples. A truly elusive Hollywood rarity. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1134. Richard Harris.

11 3 1 . E d m u n d Gwenn. Crisp vintage

fountain pen signature, “With pleasure, Edmund Gwenn,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with a light crease and trivial spot of foxing to the top left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Harris in Camelot, quickly signed and inscribed inperson in fountain pen, “Pierre—Richard Harris.”

In very good condition, with scattered surface creasing and faint horizontal streaking to the finish. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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“Thank you, my love, for caring”

1135. Rex Harrison. Dapper

1139. Susan Hayward. TNS

glossy 8 x 10 photo of Harrison holding a cigarette signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1136. Henry Hathaway. Glossy 10 x 8

publicity photo from the 1967 film, The Last Safari, featuring Hathaway holding a cigar while directing a few cast members, signed in his later years in fountain pen. In fine condition, with some trivial creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

signed “Susan,” one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, May 7, 1955. Brief note of thanks.

In full: “Thank you, my love, for caring.” Matted and framed with a lovely portrait of Hayward to an overall size of 17 x 15. Uniform mild toning and signature a shade or two light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1140. Tippi Hedren. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hedren and a feathered friend, signed in silver ink by Hedren, adding a couple of quick bird sketches. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1137. Goldie Hawn. Fresh vin-

tage glossy 7.75 x 9.5 photo of a young Hawn, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Pierre, Love, Goldie Hawn.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1141. Van Heflin. DS,

11 3 8 . S e s s u e Hayakawa. Distin-

guished Japanese actor (1889–1973) best known for his Oscar-nominated portrayal of a prisoncamp commander in the film Bridge on the River Kwai.

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 Columbia Pictures promotional photo from the film Bridge on the River Kwai, signed in fountain pen, “With my best regards, Sessue Hayakawa,” adding a line of Japanese script. Scattered mild creasing, a small tear to the right edge, and some light silvering to the darker areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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two pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, January 29, 1943. Standard AFRA exclusive agency contract for a period of three years for the standard ten percent commission, signed on the reverse of the second page by Heflin. In fine condition, with expected holes and some scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1142. Jim Henson. Colorful Sesame

Street birthday card, 5.5 x 7.5, featuring cut-out paper puppets of Big Bird and Cookie Monster, signed on the front in green felt tip. In fine condition, with some light contrast to the signature where it passes over the printed sentiment.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1146. Audrey Hepburn. So-

1143. Jim Henson. Wonderful

phisticated Volpe print, 8.5 x 11, featuring Audrey Hepburn from her 1953 film, Roman Holiday, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with light toning and some light rippling along the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

color glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Henson surrounded by his Muppet friends, signed in the bottom border in green felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1144. Audrey Hepburn. Heartwarming

matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Hepburn and husband Mel Ferrer with their newborn son, Sean Hepburn Ferrer, signed in the bottom border in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a horizontal bend across the top and a strip of mounting remnant on the reverse.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Kate declines to help Hugh Downs with his book 1147. Katharine Hepburn. TLS, one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, March 3, 1988. Letter to Hugh Downs. In full: “Thank you for your letter regarding a book of portrait photographs…I am sorry but it is not possible for me to participate in your book project ‘We Were the Children.’ There are just too many requests at this time. Thank you for thinking of me.” In very good condition, with scattered creasing and wrinkling, a crossed out line of text, and a bit of mild soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1148. Katharine Hepburn. Two bank checks, both 6 x 2.5, both

dated December 21, 1956, one made payable to Kongs for $283.97, and the other made payable to Elizabeth Clemens for $68.38, both filled out in another hand and signed by Hepburn. In very good condition, with show-through from cancellation stamps on the reverse and the expected cancellation stamps, with the first few letters of each signature mildly affected. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1149. Katharine Hepburn.

Classic image from Hepburn’s defining role as Holly Golightly 1145. Audrey Hepburn. Fantastic vintage glossy 10 x 8 Paramount

Pictures publicity photo of Hepburn and George Peppard from the 1961 classic, Breafkast at Tiffany’s, signed in fountain pen. A few trivial surface creases and marks, light horizontal streaking to the finish, and slight contrast to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon matte-finish 3.75 x 5 photo of Hepburn bathed in light, signed in the bottom border in black felt tip. In fine condition. Hepburn famously refused to sign any type of photo except for friends and family. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1150. Charlton Heston. Color glossy 11 x 14 photo of Heston from Ben Hur, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1151. Charlton Heston. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, July 9, 1959.

Notification regarding Russell Lake Corporation’s agreement to loan MGM studios “the services of Charlton Heston…to portray the role of ‘John Sands’ in the photoplay now entitled ‘The Wreck of the Mary Deare” for a 12-week commitment from May 31, 1959, through July 17, 1959. In closing, Russell Lake Corporation agrees to five additional working days, expiring on July 20, 1959, “without your obligation to pay us any compensation…for any of the artist’s services.” In fine condition, with a small tear and mild area of paper loss to the top edge, along with two punch holes. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1152. Walter Hiers. American comic film actor of the silent era (1893–1933) who died of pneumonia at the age of 39. Rare vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 Melbourne Spurr photo of Hiers in a scally cap, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Marie LaRoni, With lots of good wishes, ‘Fatfully’ yours, Walter Hiers.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1154. William Holden. Vintage glossy 10 x

8 publicity photo, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases and slight contrast to the signature against the dark background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1155. Stanley Holloway. English

actor (1890–1982) famous for his comic and character roles, especially that of Alfred P. Doolittle in My Fair Lady.

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 photo, signed in blue ink. In fine condition, with some light contrast to portion of signature.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1156. Celeste Holm. Lovely

glossy 8.25 x 9 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black felt tip, “Thank you from UNICEF, Celeste Holm.” In very good condition, with a vertical crease running parallel to the left edge, impressions to the left edge, and a trimmed bottom edge.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1153. Alfred Hitchcock. Fantastic 10 x 8 Universal Pictures

publicity photo taken on the set of Hitchock’s 53rd film, Family Plot, as the director tells a story with excited hand gestures, signed in artists pencil. A few light surface crease and dings, a horizontal surface streak the length of the image, and some slightly irregular adhesion to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1157. Celeste Holm. Glossy 8 x 10 MGM publicity photo from 1955, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “For Sr George, Thank you from UNICEF, Celeste Holm.” A crease to bottom, scattered light silvering, and some wear to finish, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1162. Trevor Howard. Vintage

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “Peter, from Trevor Howard.”

In fine condition, with scattered light surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1158. Honeymooners. Two identical

1163. Rock Hudson. Quick ballpoint signature, “Rock Hudson,” on an off-white 5 x 4.5 album page with collector’s pencil notation at top and a signature and inscription from Roddy McDowell on reverse.

In fine condition, with trimmed edges and a bit of light toning. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 8 x 10 photos of the Nortons, both signed in black felt tip

by Art Carney and Joyce Randolph, with both adding their character names to one photo. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1159. Honeymooners: Art Carney. Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo

1164. Raymond Huntley. Brit-

of Ed Norton emerging from a manhole, signed in blue felt tip, “Best wishes, Art Carney.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1160. Bob Hope. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hope in a yellowchecked sports jacket, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1161. Bob Hope. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Paramount Pictures promotional photo of Hope from Son of Paleface, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Peter, Bob Hope.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creasing, light toning along the edges, and light contrast to the signature. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

ish actor (1904–1990) credited (though incorrectly) as the first stage actor to appear as Count Dracula. Vintage glossy 3.25 x 5 photo, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely yours, Raymond Huntley.” A couple of creases, a trivial brush to sentiment, mounting remnants to reverse, and some light contrast to end of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1165. Betty Hutton.

Glossy 8 x 10 Paramount Pictures publicity photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “All my love Neil, Betty Hutton.” A few creases, scattered light crazing to finish, and a bit of soiling at top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1166. Martha Hyer.

1171. Emmett Kelley, Sr. Two items:

Two different satin-finish 8 x 10 photos of Hyer from her career, each signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1167. I Dream of Jeannie.

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Jeannie and Major Nelson, signed in black felt tip by Barbara Eden and blue felt tip by Larry Hagman. In fine condition, with a small crease to lower left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1168. Leon E. Janney. Charm-

ing vintage sepia matte-finish 11 x 14 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mr. Fred Johnson, Wishing you lots of ‘Happiness,’ Your Friend Always, Leon E. Janney, 1/13/31.”

In fine condition, with light corner crease and a few trivial areas of silvering. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1169. Buster Keaton. Ballpoint signa-

ture, “Buster Keaton,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with some light showthrough from printed lines on reverse. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1170. Cecil Kellaway. South Af-

rican character actor (1890–1973) who received two Best Supporting Actor nominations. Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, Cecil Kellaway.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of the sad-faced clown, signed in black felt tip, “Emmett Kelley, Sr., 1973”; and a color promotional postcard, 4 x 8, featuring an advertisement for Willie the Clown at Harrah’s in Nevada, signed on the reverse in red felt tip, “Emmett Kelly.” In fine condition, with light creasing and surface marks to the glossy photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1172. Gene Kelly. Glossy 8 x

10 photo of Kelly swirling around the lamp post from Singin’ in the Rain, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Princess Grace sends thanks to the First Lady of California after the birth of Princess Caroline 1173. Grace Kelly. ALS signed “Pcsse Grace de Monaco,” two

pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 3.75, personal letterhead, February 23, 1957. In a letter to Virginina Knight, Kelly writes, in full: “I was so touched to receive your sweet message on the birth of our daughter—the Prince joins me in sending our deepest thanks & warmest regards to you and the Governor.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Kelly’s hand, the letter from Virginia Knight to which Kelly is responding, and a newspaper clipping announcing the royal birth. Virginia and Governor Goodwin J. Knight were married while Knight was already serving as governor, making their marriage the first gubernatorial wedding in California history. Nicknamed the ‘Viola Queen’ for the time devoted to visiting veterans after the death of her first husband, Lieutenant C. Lyle Carlson, Knight was also a published poet, and ‘Our Guiding Light,’ one of her earlier poems, was recited three years in a row during the Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Coliseum in Los Angeles. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1177. Alan Ladd. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Joyce and Kenneth—Good luck, Alan Ladd.”

In very good condition, with some light creasing, mild rippling to the top edge, a faint fingerprint impression to the bottom edge, and some light brushing to the signature and inscription. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1174. Grace Kelly.

Stunning vintage glossy 5 x 7 photo of an elegant Kelly in pearls, signed and inscribed in black fountain pen “To Jim, Fondly, Grace Kelly.” In fine condition, with some creasing to the corners, a small crease to the background and some curling to the horizontal edges.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1178. Janet Leigh. Delightful color

1175. Klaus Kinski. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo of Kinski manning a helicopter, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “Pour Pierre, Klaus Kinski.” In fine condition, with a few trivial surface creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1176. Werner Klemperer. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Klemperer as Colonel Klink, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 8 x 10 photo of the young actress straight from the shower, signed in blue felt tip, “Sort of a first in a way! Janet Leigh.” In fine condition. Consignor notes that when Leigh signed this photo in the early 90s, she mentioned that it was taken on the Psycho movie set, hence the inscription she wrote. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1179. Vivien Leigh. Vintage

matte-finish 3.25 x 5 photo, signed in fountain pen. A couple light brushes to first name, contrast to last name of signature against darker portion of image, some scattered light silvering and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Unissued Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute ‘red stripe’ membership card 1180. Bruce Lee. Unissued ‘red stripe’ student membership card for Lee’s Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute, 3.75 x 2.5, signed in black ink “Bruce Lee,” and also signed by Taky Kimura. In very fine condition, with a couple brushes to Kimura’s signature.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Kimura. A well-preserved example of a scarce Hollywood autograph. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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1184. Anita Loos. Screenwriter, playwright,

and author (1888–1981). DS, one page of yellow legal paper, 8.5 x 14, February 8, 1938.

Assignment of All Rights contract in which Anita Loos and John Emerson grant Samuel Goldwyn Inc., LTD rights to The Goldwyn Follies. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1181. Lemmon, Matthau, and Wilder. Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of

the Buddy Buddy stars and director, signed in blue felt tip by Billy Wilder and Walter Matthau, and in black felt tip by Jack Lemmon. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1185. Sophia Loren. Glossy

10 x 8 photo of Loren in the back of a boat, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1182. Harold Lloyd.

Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Wally, From Harold Lloyd,” on an off-white 5.5 x 4 album page. In fine condition, with uniform toning, with heavier areas along the edges, and light showthrough from the signature on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1186. Sophia Loren. Sexy color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Loren in an outdoor fountain, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1187. Sophia Loren. Dazzling color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Loren in a busty red gown, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

11 8 8 . P e t e r Lorre. Outstand-

Lloyd’s trademark round glasses make it to the football field in The Freshman

1183. Harold Lloyd. Glossy 9.5 x 7.25 publicity photo from the film, The Freshman, signed and inscribed later on in-person, in fountain pen, “Best to Peter, Harold Lloyd.” In fine condition, with some light rippling to the top edge and trimmed edges.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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ing vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of the everintense Lorre in a light jacket and patterned tie, looking to his left, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Jen, All the best, Peter Lorre.” In fine condition, with a few scattered spots of discoloration in the upper corners from flaws inherent in the negative. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1189. Ernst Lubitsch. Legendary film

director (1892–1947) best known for his sophisticated comedies and the fabled ‘Lubitsch touch.’ Vintage fountain pen signature, “Ernst Lubitsch,” with a collector’s notation of “3/3/28,” on a light green 6 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition, with light toning and foxing around the edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1190. Bela Lugosi.

Crisp vintage red fountain pen signature on a light blue 5.5 x 4.25 album page. In fine condition, with light toning along the edges. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1191. Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. Vintage pearl-finish

7.25 x 9.25 Vandamm portrait of the couple posing side-by-side, signed in blue ballpoint by Lunt and Fontanne. In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges and a bit of scattered light silvering to darker areas. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1192. Dorothy Mackaill. Vintage matte-

finish 8 x 10 Melbourne Spurr close-up photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bruce, Best love, Dorothy Mackaill.” In very good condition, with moderate discoloration to the neck and frame of the facial area, light silvering to some of the darker areas of the image, and a stray ink mark above the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I am directing and play the leading part of Candide, at the opera of Hambourg” 1193. Marcel Marceau.

ALS, three pages both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, Compagnie de Mime Marcel Marceau letterhead, December 25, 1970. Marceau sends news and greetings to artist Charles Lassiter, adding small sketches of a flower and a smiling sun. In part: “I hope your exhibitions are doing extremely well. You are a great artist. I love your work. Maybe we can meet in Paris one of these days. I am directing and play the leading part of Candide, at the opera of Hambourg, the premiere is scheduled for the 22nd of January…. But meanwhile my theatrical tours are going on, which keeps me very busy…. Happy Christmas and lots of success.” In very good condition, with folds (a few tiny separations), a few chips, and scattered soiling and bends. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1194. Alicia Markova. Beautiful vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 cardstock photo of Markova performing, signed in the bottom border in blue ballpoint. In very good condition, some trivial surface marks and faint fingerprint impressions, a slight tear to the top right corner, a few stray marks along the bottom edge, mild skipping to the signature, and a brush to the paraph. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1195. Herbert Marshall. Handsome vintage sepia matte-finish 5 x 7.25 photo of Marshall in a pinstripe suit, signed in the bottom border in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a couple of trivial mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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The Marx Brothers’ sign on for their Broadway show, The Cocoanuts, which would propel them into stardom

1196. Marx Brothers. DS, signed with

their legal names, “Leo Marx,” “Arthur Marx,” “Herbert Marx,” and “Julius H. Marx,” six pages, 9 x 11.25, September 23, 1927. A remarkable agreement between the Marx Brothers and their management company, Sam. H. Harris Theatrical Enterprises, Inc. regarding the theatrical production of ‘The Cocoanuts,’ in which the parties desire “to extend the period of this agreement for an additional theatrical season… of 1927–1928…and to continue for and during the life of the dramatico-musical season. That in lieu of the compensation provided for in the aforesaid agreement dated the 5th day of December, 1924, the Manager agrees to pay to the Marx Brothers and the Marx Brothers agree to accept the sum equivalent to fifteen perfect (15%) of the gross weekly box office receipts derived from the performance and representation of…’The Cocoanuts,’ accompanied by true and accurate statements showing the receipts of every performance given by said Marx Brothers” and “an amount equivalent to fifty percent (50%) of the net profits derived from the business of performing and representing…’The Cocoanuts’ with the Marx Brothers rendering services in said play for and during the period of the theatrical season of 1927–1928…It is agreed that the compensation of the Marx Brothers, pursuant to this agreement, shall be subject to no minimum guarantee, and that in the event of Herbert Marx refusing to comply with this agreement, the compensation to be paid to the remaining Marx Brothers shall be reduced by $250.00, and, also, in the event of any of the other Marx Brothers shall be reduced by one-third of the difference between their compensation, as herein provided, and the sum of $250.00.” Contract is housed in the original blue legal folder.

In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold, passing through the first letters of each signature, light creasing, and a pencil notation of their stage names on the front cover of the folder.

The Cocoanuts was an Irving Berlin musical written for the Marx Brothers following the Broadway success of their I’ll Say She Is. It takes place during the Florida land boom, with Groucho (Julius Marx) as the quintessential con-man assisted by Chico (Leo Marx), Harpo (Arthur Marx) and Zeppo (Herbert Marx). The Broadway run opened in 1925 at the Lyric Theater, after which the brothers took the show on tour during the summer of 1926. The musical closed in August, after which they signed this contract. A brief Broadway revival played at the Century Theater in May of 1927. In 1929, Paramount Pictures made The Cocoanuts into the Marx Brothers’ first film.

Negotiations didn’t always go smoothly between producer Sam Harris and the Marx brothers. Before The Cocoanuts opened on Broadway, Harris went into their dressing room for a discussion; a few minutes later, his clothes were thrown out the door, and Harris then emerged stark naked. “I guess you better handle it,” he said to the directors. A fantastic document pertaining to the show that would make the quartet national stars, signed with their seldom-seen real names. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

1197. Groucho Marx. Glossy

8 x 10 photo of Marx gripping his cigar, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Jack, My best wishes, Groucho.” Scattered creasing and light surface marks, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1198. James Mason.

Commanding vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo from the 1966 film, The Blue Max, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Peter, James Mason.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and surface marks, and light rippling to the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1199. Marilyn Maxwell. Allur-

ing vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Maxwell in a black lace bodice, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Fred & Yola—Such charming people—It’s a pleasure to know you! Kindest Regards!

Marilyn Maxwell.” In very good condition, with scattered creasing, with one lightly affecting the end of the signature, staple marks to each corner and one on the left edge, a small area of paper loss to the right edge, and some light rippling to emulsion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1200. Frank McHugh. Vintage

matte-finish 11 x 14 Elmer Fryer photo of McHugh lounging with a cigar, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bill Shepherd, All Good Luck, Sincerely, Frank McHugh, 1/4/39.” A few trivial creases, some areas of light discoloration, and mild silvering to the darker areas of the image, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1201. Ray Milland.

Glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo from The Safecracker, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing and surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1203. Hayley Mills.

Two different glossy 8 x 10 photos of a young Mills, each signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1204. Liza Minnelli.

Vintage glossy 10 x 7 photo of a young Minnelli, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Peter, Love Liza Minnelli.”

In fine condition, with scattered faint surface marks and trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Ultra-rare AFI membership card 1205. Vincente Minnelli.

Film director (1903–1986) who was married to Judy Garland from 1945 until 1951; they were the parents of Liza Minnelli.

American Film Institute membership card, 3.5 x 2.25, featuring Minnelli’s personal information typed on the reverse, signed in blue ballpoint.

In fine condition, with light toning and a few stray marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The McQueens cut a check to Yamaha 1202. Steve McQueen. Personal check, 6 x 2.75,

partially filled out by Ali MacGraw, adding “Misc.” in the notes field, and signed by McQueen, “Steven McQueen,” who also filled in the date and dollar amount, payable to P. S. Yamaha for $21.48, September 3, 1975. A central vertical fold, light creases, and a cancellation stamp lightly affecting the signature, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1206. Thomas Mitchell. Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Milton, Thomas Mitchell,” on an off-white 3 x 2.25 card. Matted with an intriguing photo of Mitchell to an overall size of 12 x 17. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1207. Robert Mitchum. Handsome glossy 8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Sexy Marilyn ensemble including a rent check, worn silk stocking, and hair from the night of ‘Happy Birthday, Mr. President’

1208. Marilyn Monroe. Interesting collection of items consisting of: bank check, 5.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed

by Monroe, payable to Mrs. Peggy Mertz for $200, March 20, 1953. Notation to lower left in another hand reads, “Rent in advance, March 18–April 18.”; a personally-owned and worn black stocking of Monroe’s, originally acquired from Julien’s Auction House on June 4, 2005; and several strands of Marilyn‘s hair, taken the infamous night she sang ‘Happy Birthday, Mr. President,’ to John F. Kennedy in May of 1962, with background and provenance from Monroe’s hairdresser, Robert Champion. All items are nicely cloth matted and framed, with a portrait of Monroe dressing herself in silk hose, to an overall size of 19.5 x 25. Cancellation holes to body of check and light show-through from stamps on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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1209. Marilyn Monroe: George Barris. Pretty matte-

1212. Marilyn Monroe: Tom Kelley.

finish 8 x 10 photo of Monroe licking her lips, signed in the lower border in black ink by photographer George Barris.

Photo is affixed to a 12 x 14 black mount. In fine condition, with some light creases and surface marks to top portion.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1210. Marilyn Monroe: Milton Greene. Racy

Color limited edition 21.75 x 26 photographic cibachrome print entitled ‘On the Knees,’ #292/950, from the nude image of Marilyn taken by artist/photographer Tom Kelley; the print is signed and numbered in black ink by Kelly’s son. In fine condition.

Accompanied by the official certificate of authenticity, also signed by the son. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

semi-glossy 20 x 16 Milton Greene photo of the sultry bombshell in lacy black lingerie, signed on the reverse in pencil, “Milton H. Greene,” numbering the image 3159-13C-No 11. In fine condition, with a few trivial surface creases, and moderate creasing to the top right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1213. Yves Montand. Vintage

glossy 7.75 x 9.75 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “A Pierre, Yves Montand.”

Some light creasing, a faint surface impression, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1214. Robert Montgomery.

Captivating vintage matte-finish 10 x 13 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Emilio, Many thanks, and all the best to you, Robert Montgomery.” In fine condition, with a trivial area of paper loss to the bottom right corner, and some faint scuffing near the inscription.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1211. Marilyn Monroe: Joseph Jasgur. Two different Joseph

Jasgur posters, each measuring 22 x 28, one featuring a young Monroe engaging in some archery, signed and inscribed in the bottom border in black felt tip, “Maretta—Always shoot straight! Joe Jasgur, xoxoxo 12-10-94”; and an image of a windswept Monroe looking over her shoulder, signed and inscribed in the bottom border in black felt tip, “To Maretta xoxo from your friend, Joseph Jasgur, 12-10-94.” Scattered light creasing, a moderate crease to the bottom left corner of each poster, and a few small tears to the left edge of the second poster, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1215. Monty Python. Playbill from the City Center 55th Street Theater’s performance of Monty Python Live!, 5.5 x 9, signed on the cover in black felt tip by Graham Chapman, Michael Palin, Eric Idle, John Cleese, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam, and Carol Cleveland. Cover is also signed by one other. In fine condition, with a bit of mild toning to one edge of cover. Carol Cleveland was considered the 7th Python and for a time was the most elusive of the Python Troupe to get an autograph from. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Sid Grauman having decided I rated the big cement job, I had put my hand–and footprints in the forecourt of his Chinese Theater” 1216. Colleen Moore. Souvenir typescript, 8.5 x 11, of an excerpt from her book Silent Star,

signed in green felt tip, in part: “I had won the exhibitors’ poll as number one box-office attraction not only in 1926, but again in 1927. On December 19, 1927, Sid Grauman having decided I rated the big cement job, I had put my hand–and footprints in the forecourt of his Chinese Theater.

(Determined to have my feet look properly dainty instead of my own size six—now eight—I bought a pair of very tiny shoes with spike heels. Feeling like a Chinese girl with bound feet, I hobbled over to the wet cement and made the prints. When I was in Hollywood recently I went to look at them, and my feet are smaller than my hands!)” Scattered creases, some light toning, and two stray ink marks to the upper right corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1220. Anna Neagle.

1217. Lois Moran. Beautiful

Adorable vintage mattefinish 5 x 6.5 photo of Neagle framed by a hooded cape, signed in fountain pen, “Best Wishes, Anna Neagle.” Mild silvering to some of the darker areas of the image, mounting remnants to the reverse, and light contrast to the signature against the darker background, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.25 Bruno close-up photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Sylvia, from her friend with love, Lois.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges and mild silvering to the left and right edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1218. Munsters. Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed in-person in black felt tip by Al Lewis, Yvonne De Carlo, and Butch Patrick, and in blue felt tip by Pat Priest, adding her character name. In fine condition, with some light contrast to Patrick’s and Lewis’s signatures.

Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1219. Nancy Walker Show. Glossy

8 x 10 publicity cast photo, signed in black and blue felt tip by Nancy Walker, William Daniels, Ken Olfson, and Beverly Archer. In fine condition, with light brushing to the beginning of Daniels’ signature.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1221. Greta Nissen. Delightful vintage

matte-finish 8 x 10 DeVoy photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bruce, With kindest regards, Greta Nissen.” In very good condition, with some trivial rippling to the top edge, some mild silvering to the darker areas of the image, and some mild pooling and a few light areas of ink loss to the sentiment and signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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“P. L. Newman” registers to engage in his favorite pastime with the Sports Car Club of America 1222. Paul Newman. DS signed “P. L. Newman,” one page, 8.5 x 11, April 23, 1999. Historic Sportscar Racing, LTD Tech Medical Form, filled out entirely in Newman’s hand, including his address, emergency contact, and medical information. Accompanied by a Road Atlanta Medical Staff duck-shaped embroidered yellow and red patch. In very good condition, with three horizontal folds, scattered surface creasing, toning along the edges, and an ink notation. Filled out during the Walter Mitty Challenge at Road Atlanta in April of 1999, Newman made a habit of entering events under the name “P. L. Newman” in hopes that he wouldn’t be recognized, a strategy that rarely worked. A frequent competitor in the SCCA (Sports Car Club of America), these items come from a medical volunteer whose main station was the Road Atlanta track medical facility, nicknamed the ‘Quack Shack.’ These unique items speak of Newman’s passion for racing, an outlet he called “the best way I know to get away from the Rubbish of Hollywood.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1223. Rudolf Nureyev. Glossy

1226. Peter O’Toole. Glossy 11 x

8 x 10 United Artists publicity photo of Nureyev as Rudolph Valentino in Valentino, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

14 photo of O’Toole as he appeared in Lawrence of Arabia, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1227. Peter O’Toole. Early vintage 1224. Maureen O’Hara. Satin-

finish 10 x 8 photo of O’Hara and John Wayne from the film, The Quiet Man, signed in black felt tip

by O’Hara. In fine condition, with a few small dings and a trivial spot of surface loss towards the left edge.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of O’Toole from Lawrence of Arabia, signed in fountain pen. Scattered light surface marks and dings, light toning along the edges, a small tack hole to each corner, areas of paper loss to each top corner, and irregular ink adhesion to the beginning of the signature, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“Thank you very much...for the letters and clippings of ‘Tarzan’ which being in the New York papers, I had not seen.

I was very pleased with that criticism”

1225. Maureen O’Sullivan. ALS, twice signed, one page on the back of a Christmas card, 5.25 x 6.5, circa 1936. O’Sullivan signs once below the printed sentiment inside, crossing out a printed inscription, and then again at the conclusion of the letter on the reverse, on which she writes, in part: “Thank you very much for your wedding and Xmas card…also for the letters and clippings of ‘Tarzan’ which being in the New York papers, I had not seen. I was very pleased with that criticism.” In fine condition, with some trivial creasing, a light horizontal border across the bottom edge passing through the signature, and a couple of brushes to the text. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1232. George Peppard. Handsome

1228. Odd Couple. Color glossy

vintage glossy 8.25 x 10 publicity photo from The Victors, beautifully signed in fountain pen. A few trivial creases and surface impressions, and a small spot of emulsion to the finish, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

8 x 10 publicity photo of Oscar and Felix, signed in blue felt tip by Tony Randall and Jack Klugman. In fine condition, with scattered faint surface marks and an adhesive remnant near Randall’s facial area.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1229. Irene Pappas and Alan Bates.

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 promotional photo from Zorba, the Greek, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen “Pour Pierre, Irene Pappas,” “Alan Bates,” adding a sentiment in French. A few trivial surface dings, a couple of small spots of irregular emulsion to the finish, a faintly intersecting horizontal and vertical surface mark, and light vertical streaking to the finish, otherwise fine condition.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1230. Joe Penner. Vintage

matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Penner peaking out from behind a wall, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Al Chaiken, Sincerely, Joe Penner.” In fine condition, with a trivial area of adhesive remnant towards the bottom edge. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“This week puts me on the cover in December and what more could a redblooded American Boy want from life”

two pages, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, November 4, 1957. Perkins writes to “Mike,” in part: “Thanks for being interested enough to write me on that matter. It upset me a hell of a lot—I had no idea that Joe had called me—not even that he had been in town. For Pete’s sake. Why didn’t he call me at home? Anyway, I got with the publicity man on the play today (whom I had never even met at the time of the Big Party) and he said, such and such, that he’d had a lot of calls that day, etc. etc. I have scarcely met him—he didn’t know I knew Joe and so forth. So, I apologize for him…and I’m sorry that Joe was treated badly…I wouldn’t write a letter like this to anyone else in Hollywood or anywhere. You’ve always been swell to me and I’ve appreciated everything you’ve done beginning with giving me a ride on Sunset two years ago…The play is going fine…we open in Philly next Saturday, the ninth, at the Walnut. My new record is doing fine, this week puts me on the cover in December and what more could a red-blooded American Boy want from life.” In fine condition, with a faint rusty paperclip impression to the top left corner of both pages. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Uncommon photo of Paxinou in her Academy Award-winning role as Pilar 1231. Katina Paxinou. Vintage glossy 9.25 x 7 publicity photo from the 1943 film, For Whom the Bell Tolls, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “Pour Pierre, K. Paxinou.” In fine condition. Anything from Paxinou is rare, and even more so from her career-defining role. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1233. Anthony Perkins. ALS signed “Tony,”

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1234. Mary Philbin. Captivat-

ing vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.25 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mr. Frank A. Miles—With my very best wishes, Sincerely, Mary Philbin.” In very good condition, with a few fingerprint marks to the left and bottom edge, moderate silvering to the darker areas of the image, and poor contrast to the signature and inscription against the dark background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1235. Mary Pickford. TLS signed “Mary,” one page, 6.75 x 9.75, personal letterhead, May 16, 1956. Pickford writes a letter of thanks to California Governor Goodwin J. Knight, in part: “I am also grateful to Mr. Jenner and Mr. Seth Gordon for their assistance and suggestions for my godson.

Both Don and I realize that all such matters must go through the appointed boards and commissions and we are also cognisant of the fact that the choices are made on competitive ratings. I seldom make such a request but in Donald Chalif’s case I know him to be a fine, clean, conscientious man and should he pass the examination for a Fish and Game Warden I feel confident he would do an excellent job. Now away from business and to the social. Buddy and I are entertaining Their Serene Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Liechtenstein on Wednesday, May 23rd.

You will probably receive, in the same mail, a formal invitation to join us and meet, I am told, a very charming couple.” In very good condition, with toning, a few ink notations, office stamps to the top of the letter, and the mailing envelope and transmittal sheet stapled to the top left corner. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, a mail transmittal sheet, a Western Union telegram, and an invitation to the ‘Man of the Year’ Dinner Dance honoring Mary Pickford. Aside from acting as governor, Knight was also a Superior Court judge in Los Angeles, and presided over weddings and divorces for various Hollywood stars. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1236. Eric Portman. English stage and film actor remembered for his role as Moriarty to Jeremy Brett’s Sherlock Holmes. Striking vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 cardstock photo, signed in fountain pen, “Kindest wishes, Eric Portman, 1942.” In fine condition, with light contrast to the signature and sentiment. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1237. Mary Pickford. TLS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.25, Mary Pickford Studios letterhead, November 1, 1924. Letter to Horace Wade. In part: “Thank you for the copy of your interview with Mr. Hearst and for the ‘Boy reporter Blues.’ It has been a long time since I have seen you, but I frequently run across articles of yours…With many kind wishes in which Douglas joins me.” Horizontal fold directly under signature, scattered light toning and foxing, and a bit of light mirroring of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1238. Eleanor Powell. Lashy glossy 7.5 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders photo of the exuberant actress, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To ‘Gene,’ I deeply appreciate your warm words of praise—I’m delighted you enjoy my films—Bless you—Eleanor Powell.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases and surface marks, and trimmed edges.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1239. Tyrone Power. Exemplary vintage fountain pen signature on an off-white 3.25 x 1.75 card. Matted with a debonair photo of Power, to an overall size of 12 x 16.75. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1240. Otto Preminger. Contem-

plative 7.25 x 10 cardstock photo of the pensive director, signed in the bottom border in blue felt tip, “Otto Preminger, Nov. 27, 1972.” In fine condition, a trivial crease to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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The “boss-lady” inscribes to “the bestest secretary a girl-ever-had”

1241. Vincent Price. Devious glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of a young Price wearing a crown, crisply signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1245. Gilda Radner. Early

1242. Vincent Price. Vintage glossy 8

x 10 20th Century-Fox promotional photo from the film Moss Rose, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “For Pierre, My Best, Vincent Price.” Scattered light surface impressions and dings, a staple mark to each corner, brushing to the first letter of the signature, and mounting remnants on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Radner in a shirt and tie, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Mary, The bestest secretary a girl-ever-had, with love and hugs, from boss-lady, Gilda.” In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks and dings. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1246. Luise Rainer. Nice glossy 7.75 x 10.25 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Mrs. Gladys Hunt, Most sincerely, Luise Rainer.” Some trivial creasing and surface marks, and trimmed left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

“Win, lose or draw—you’re still my buddy!”

1243. Anthony Quinn. TLS signed “Tony,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Paramount Pictures Corporation letterhead, March 18, 1958. Quinn writes to George Cukor, in full: “Win, lose or draw—you’re still my buddy!” adding the postscript, “That’s Tony Quinn not Tony Franciosa.” A few trivial creases and stray marks, and a faint paperclip impression to the top left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1247. Ella Raines. Radiant

glossy 8 x 10 Metro-GoldwynMayer promotional photo for Cry Havoc, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “Frank, Ella Raines,” with some light creasing and light horizontal streaks to the finish. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1248. Esther Ralston. Vintage

1244. Anthony Quinn. Vintage

glossy 8 x 10 close-up publicity photo, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases and surface marks. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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glossy 8 x 10 20th Century-Fox promotional photo for Tin Pan Alley, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Allan, I’m so proud of our friendship, Always, Esther Ralston.” In very good condition, with creasing along the edges, two small tears to the right edge, a few stray ink marks, light show-through from informational print on reverse, and brushing to the signature and inscription. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1249. Vera Ralston. Glossy 8

1253. Florence Reed. Vintage

x 10 publicity photo for the 1947 film Wyoming, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Allan Smith, best of luck, Vera Ralston, 4/24/81.” Light creasing to the bottom corners, a few light, toned areas of emulsion, and a small strip of adhesive remnant to the top edge, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

matte-finish 8 x 10 Vandamm publicity photo of Reed in gypsy attire, signed in fountain pen, “Faithfully, Florence Reed.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1250. Robert Redford. Glossy

8 x 10 publicity photo from All the President’s Men, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Drew, Best wishes, Robert Redford.” In very good condition, with some light creasing, surface dings, and impressions, and some light brushing to the first letter of the inscription. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1254. Oliver Reed. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 United Artists promotional photo of Reed from the 1971 film, The Hunting Party, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Peter, Oliver Reed.”

Some trivial creasing, irregular ink adhesion to the first letter of Reed’s last name, and some overlapping ink to the inscription from a failed first attempt, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1255. Steve Reeves.

Intense matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To George, from Steve Reeves,” also adding a second signature on the reverse with the personal information, “6 feet, 190 lbs.” In fine condition, with a few trivial imprints towards the left edge.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1251. Michael Redgrave.

Debonair vintage glossy 4.75 x 6.5 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in fountain pen, “Michael Redgrave, ‘The White Sand,’ ‘38.”

In very good condition, with a few vertical creases affecting the facial area, and scattered mild surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1252. Donna Reed.

Dramatic glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo, signed vertically in black felt tip. Some scattered light surface creasing, with heavier creasing to the corners and areas of thinning paper along the edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1256. Madeleine Renaud. Prominent French theater actress who, with her second husband, Jean-Louis Barrault, founded several theater companies.

Adorable vintage pearl-finish 7.25 x 9.5 double-weight head-and-shoulders photo, signed in fountain pen, “Souvenir de Madeleine Renaud.” In fine condition, with some scattered surface marks and impressions, and light silvering to some of the darker areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1260. Bill Robinson. American enter-

1257. Diana Rigg. Lovely glossy

tainer (1878–1949), nicknamed “Bojangles,” who was one of the best-known danceractors of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Bill Robinson,” on a light pink 4 x 2.5 album page. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen “To Gerald, Best wishes, Diana Rigg.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1261. Bill Robinson.

Exceptional vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of the formally-dressed Robinson tapping down stairs, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “I will do a few ‘Taps’—any time for Art Miller, Best always, Bill Robinson 1937.” In fine condition, with some mild rippling, and a touch of trivial soiling to borders.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1258. Cliff Robertson.

Glossy 8 x 10 Screen Gems publicity photo, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and impressions. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Playbill from Robeson’s ground-breaking Broadyway production of Othello 1259. Paul Robeson. African-American

singer, actor, and social activist (1898–1976) best known for his roles in The Emperor Jones and Showboat.

Playbill from the Sam S. Schubert Theatre’s 1943 presaentation of Othello, 6.5 x 9, 36 pages. Signed on the front cover in fountain pen, “All best wishes, Paul Robeson,” and also signed by Jose Ferrer, Uta Hagen, and James Monks. Light contrast to Robeson’s signature, some scattered light soiling to cover, and mild handling wear, otherwise fine condition.

Hagen, Ferrer’s wife, had a notorious affair with Robeson. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1262. Ginger Rogers. Original

vintage signed ink and pencil sketch of Rogers, done by Robert Whittington, a celebrity sketch artist in the thirties, on an off-white 4.75 x 7 sheet, signed at the bottom in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Ginger Rogers, 1936.” Sketch is affixed to a slightly larger brown card. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light rippling and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1263. Mickey Rooney and Ann Rutherford.

Adorable color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Rooney and Rutherford from the Andy Hardy series, signed in black felt tip by both. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1264. Will Rogers.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Will Rogers,” on an off-white slip. Matted and framed with a full-length portrait of Rogers holding his lasso, to an overall size of 11.5 x 14. In fine condition, with a mild shade of overall toning and a stray ink mark at bottom.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1268. Jane Russell. Glamorous glossy 8 x 10 half-length photo of Russell wrapped in mink, signed in black felt tip.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1269. Jane Russell. Satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of Russell as she appeared in The Outlaw, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with some light corner creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1265. Mickey Rooney. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Rooney from earlier in his career, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1270. S. Z. Sakall. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Martha, from S. Z. Sakall, Hollywood, 1950.” A few trivial creases, light toning, and light contrast to the signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1266. Harold Russell. World War II veteran (1914–2002) who became one of only two nonprofessional actors to win an Academy Award for acting. Pristine glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Harold Russell.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1271. George C. Scott. Glossy

10 x 8 20th Century Fox promotional photo of Scott in his legendary role as George Patton, signed in black felt tip, “Geo C. Scott.” In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1267. Jane Russell. Seductive

glossy 8 x 10 photo of Russell in a satin-striped costume, baring her fishnet stockings and voluptuous legs, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few light vertical surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1272. Johnny Sheffield. Three glossy photos: two identical 8 x 10 photos of Sheffield in the jungle, both signed in purple felt tip, “John Sheffield, ‘Boy’”; and a 10 x 8 photo capturing the young actor patting a baby lion, signed in purple felt tip. In fine condition, with a trivial purple smudge to one of the photos.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1277. Barbara Stanwyck. Vintage matte-

1273. Sylvia Sidney. Vintage

glossy 8 x 10 Paramount publicity photo, signed later in black ink.

Scattered light creases, surface marks, and impressions, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

finish 13.5 x 10.75 Malcolm F. C. Bulloch photo of Stanwyck enjoying the company of friends, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mr. & Mrs. Fred Johnson— Kindest Regards to You both! Barbara Stanwyck Fay.” In fine condition, with a few light edge and corner creases, and some trivial spotting. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1274. Jean Simmons. So-

phisticated glossy 8 x 10 publicity head-and-shoulders photo of Simmons in a black lace dress, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “For Richard, Jean Simmons.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases, one lightly passing through the facial area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1275. Ann Sothern.

ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, white-bordered personal letterhead, December 27. Sothern writes to Eddie Mannix, in full: “Thank you so much for your cute Xmas present! It was so original and I’ve eaten pears till I’m up to here! They are marvelous and I couldn’t have appreciated anything more! Thank you so much for remembering me!” In fine condition, with a small adhesive remnant to the lower right of the second page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1278. Rod Steiger. Command-

ing glossy 8 x 10 Universal Pictures promotional photo for The Unholy Wife, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Richard, Thank You, Rod Steiger.” In fine condition, with scattered light surface creasing and marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1279. Inger Stevens. Intriguing vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Stevens from Cry Terror, signed and inscribed vertically in-person in fountain pen, “To Peter, from Inger Stevens.” Some light creasing and surface marks, and light contrast the signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1276. Ann Sothern. Adorable

glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Sothern resting her cheek against clasped hands, signed in green felt tip. Scattered light creasing, a faint surface impression from writing on the reverse, and a spattering of mild soiling, lightly affecting the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1280. James Stewart. Charming color

glossy 8 x 10 half-length photo of Stewart boasting a vibrant yellow sweater, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Owing to poor health, Stewart sends an apologetic letter to George Burns for missing his birthday show 1281. James Stewart. ALS, signed ”Jimmy,” one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, no date. Stewart writes to George Burns. In full: “I’m very sorry that I had to miss being on your Birthday Television Show. I have been having a little health problem with my face.

It’s coming along and the Dr. says its going to be all right. Happy Birthday and all my best.”; and a glossy 8 x 10 photo of Stewart from early in his career, signed in black felt tip. Matted and framed to an overall size of 19 x 14.25. In fine condition, with some scattered light golding to photo. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1282. James Stewart. Wonder-

ful color glossy 11 x 14 photo of Stewart as Charles Lindbergh posing by the Spirit of St. Louis, signed in black felt tip, “James Stewart.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1283. James Stewart. Vintage glossy 10

x 8 photo of Stewart seated at a restaurant table, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Carl, with thanks and best wishes, Jimmy Stewart.” In very good condition, with some scattered light creases and surface marks, with a heavier diagonal crease to lower left. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1285. Superman: Neill and Coates. Two photos: glossy 8 x

10 publicity shot featuring Lois Lane sitting on a desk beside Clark Kent, holding up a newspaper featuring a Superman headline, signed in blue felt tip by Neill; and a color mattefinish 10 x 8 cardstock image of Superman and Lois Lane, signed in blue felt tip, “Phyllis Coates, ‘Lois Lane,’ 50’s.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1286. Tarzan. Three photos: color glossy 8 x 10 of Gordon Scott, signed in black felt tip; color glossy 10 x 8 of a Tarzan Escapes lobby card, signed in black felt tip by Maureen O’Sullivan; and a color glossy 10 x 8 from Tarzan, The Ape Man, signed in black felt tip by Joanne Barnes. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1284. Ed Sullivan. Dashing vintage

glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in ballpoint, “To Emil—Sincerely, Ed Sullivan.” In fine condition, with scattered light creasing, irregular emulsion to top right, and a small tear to the bottom left corner.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1287. Elizabeth Taylor. Stunning color glossy 10 x 8 photo of a young Taylor holding onto a rope, signed in black ink, “Best wishes, Elizabeth Taylor.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creasing and slightly irregular ink adhesion to the signature and sentiment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Early image of a 19-year-old Taylor from her first adult lead role 1288. Elizabeth Taylor. Beautiful

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Taylor and Robert Taylor from the 1949 film, Conspirator, signed in fountain pen, “Elizabeth Taylor.” Scattered light creasing, a few trivial spots of soiling, and staple marks to each corner, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1292. Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Creepy glossy 8 x 10 cast

photo, signed in black felt tip by Gunnar Hansen, Marilyn Burns, Paul Partain, John Dugan, Jim Siedow, Allen Danziger, and Edwin Neal. In very fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1289. Elizabeth Taylor. Exceptional blue felt

tip signature on an offwhite 4.25 x 2.25 card.

Double-matted, with a stunning color photo of Taylor, to an overall size of 12.5 x 17. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1290. Robert Taylor. Vintage

matte-finish 9 x 12 photo of Taylor in his military uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Carl—and our many chats at the B.A.Q. NAS Livermore—Good luck, Robert Taylor.” In very good condition, with horizontal crease to lower portion, light creases to the trimmed edges, and scattered silvering to darker edges. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1291. Shirley Temple. Three glossy photos, two 8 x 10 and one 10 x 8, all from her childhood films, each signed in black felt tip, “Shirley Temple Black.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1293. Irving Thalberg. Leg-

endary Hollywood production executive who took hold of Universal City at age 20, and supervised such films as Ben Hur and Mutiny on the Bounty. He died of pneumonia at age 37. Louis B. Mayer Studios, Inc., business check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Thalberg, “I. Thalberg,” payable to W. H. Hibbard for $53.50, stamp-dated May 30, 1923. In very good condition, with several vertical creases, paperclip impression to top edge, some mild toning, and a couple of stamps to body, one over beginning of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1294. The Old Dark House: Eva Moore. English ac-

tress (1870–1955) and suffragist whose career on stage and in film spanned six decades. She starred in James Whale’s 1932 film The Old Dark House. Two scarce vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.25 postcard photos, each signed in fountain pen by Moore, adding a brief sentiment to one photo. Moore also adds, “Many thanks, E. M.,” to the reverse of one photo. In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface impressions to both images, with a bit of irregular adhesion to one signature. Accompanied by two cardstock photos from the film. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1295. Ernest Thesiger. Char-

acter actor (1879–1961) best remembered as the mad scientist Dr. Pretorius in The Bride of Frankenstein. Vintage glossy 2.5 x 3.5 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in fountain pen, “Yours Sincerely, Ernest Thesiger.” In very good condition, with scattered light surface marks and rubbing, and mild brushing to the end of the signature and sentiment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1298. Three Stooges: Larry Fine. Ball-

point signature and inscription, “To Roger Harris, Sincerely, Larry Fine (3 Stooges),” on a white double weight 5.75 x 3.5 custom-made collector’s card (similar in look to an invitation card). In fine condition.

Accompanied by an unsigned glossy 10 x 8 photo of all three Stooges.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“The enclosed picture has the replacement for my brothers—Curly & Shemp, his name is Joe DeRita” 1299. Three Stooges: Moe Howard. ALS signed “Moe

1296. Thin Man: Powell and Loy. Ballpoint signatures, “William Powell” and “Myrna Loy,” on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards, with Loy adding an inscription to Charles Savoy, Jr. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Howard,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Lord Biltmore Hotel letterhead, no date. Letter to a fan. In part: “Thank you very much for your letter…The enclosed picture has the replacement for my brothers—Curly & Shemp, his name is Joe DeRita.”

The photo mentioned in the letter is not included. In fine condition, with a small tape remnant to top left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1300. Gene Tierney. Ravishing glossy 8 x 10 photo of Tierney clad in diamonds and wrapped in fur, signed in blue felt tip, “Best wishes, Gene Tierney.” In very fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Moe, Larry, and Curly provide bold signatures as the ultimate trio

1297. Three Stooges. Three vintage fountain pen signatures,

“Curly Howard, 3 Stooges,” “Moe (Stooge) Howard,” and “Larry Fine,” on a beige 5.25 x 4.25 album page. In fine condition, with some light toning and show-through from a signature on the reverse. A stunning assemblage of vibrant signatures from the immortal pranksters, this example proves a rare piece, featuring all of their full names, especially Curly. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1301. Gene Tierney. Glossy 8

x 10 photo of the actress casting a sultry gaze at the camera, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1302. Vintage Signatures. Collection of 120

vintage signatures on individual album pages, some two to a page, and a signed photo, ranging in size from 4 x 2.25 to 6 x 4.5. Signers include Red Skelton, Gene Tierney, Gloria Grahame, VeraEllen, Lili Palmer, John Payne, Lizabeth Scott, Alexis Smith, Dinah Shore, Jessica Tandy, Martha Scott, Barbara Rush, Jimmy Durante, Paul Henreid, Rex Harrison, David Niven, Lee J. Cobb, and TerryThomas. In very good condition, with scattered light creasing, toning, soiling, ink notations in another hand, and mild silvering to the darker areas of the photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

1303. John Wayne.

Large ballpoint signature on an off-white 4.25 x 3.5 partial program page.

Double-matted with two vibrant images of The Duke to an overall size of 14 x 11. In fine condition, with a partial signature visible at the bottom of the program. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ultra-rare signed photo of the tragic character actress, who would play Auntie Em 1304. Wizard of Oz: Clara Blandick. Ameri-

can character actress (1880–1962). In 1939, after a well-regarded stage career and a string of small, often uncredited movie parts, Blandick landed her most memorable role—Auntie Em in MGM’s The Wizard of Oz. After Oz, Blandick returned to supporting and bit roles and committed suicide by suffocation at the age of 81. Nostalgic vintage glossy 8 x 10 double-weight Universal Pictures publicity photo of Blandick as Miss Murfee from 1934 film Beloved, signed and inscribed vertically in black ink, “To John B. Callahan—Sincere good wishes, Clara Blandick.” In fine condition, with light creasing to the left corners, and some light brushing to the signature. Dated just five years before her greatest role as Auntie Em, photos of Blandick are of the utmost scarcity. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Uncommon early photo of Uncle Henry 1305. Wizard of Oz: Charley Grapewin. Character actor

(1869–1956) who played Uncle Henry in The Wizard of Oz. Vintage pearl-finish 7.5 x 9.75 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Sincerely yours, Charley Grapewin, 9/25/15.” Vertical creasing from previous mounting, a horizontal surface mark running through Grapewin’s forehead, light toning and rubbing, clipped corners, an adhesive remnant to the right edge, and mounting remnants to the reverse, otherwise very good condition. When this photo was signed, Grapewin was a struggling vaudevillian stage actor; it would be nearly another quarter century before he would get his biggest break, at age 60, in The Wizard of Oz. A superb addition to any Oz collection. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1306. Natalie Wood.

Gorgeous glossy 8 x 10 head-and-torso photo of a young, glamorous Wood, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Rick, It was fun working together—All the best always, Natalie.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

sports 1318. Hank Aaron. Western Union Mailgram, one page, 8.5 x 11, dated April 22, 1974. A telegram of congratulations to Aaron from a fan, which reads, in part: “Congratulations on hitting number ‘715.’ We are proud of you. You are a credit to baseball and your country.” Signed in the lower portion in blue ballpoint

by Aaron. In fine condition, with a bit of light toning and a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1324. Muhammad Ali. Color giclee print

on canvas, 28 x 39, commemorating his historic knockout of Sonny Liston, signed at the bottom in black felt tip by Ali. Also signed in felt tip by the artist, Doug London. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1319. Hank Aaron, Rose, and Ryan. Of-

ficial Adirondack ‘Kings of Baseball’ commemorative baseball bat, with affixed plaque, signed in blue felt tip on the barrel by Hank Aaron, Nolan Ryan, and Pete Rose. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1320. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Color

glossy 16 x 20 photo of Kareem putting up a sky hook against the 76ers, signed in silver ink, “Abdul-Jabbar.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1322. Sid Abel. Hockey Hall of

Famer (1918–2000). Five official NHL Detroit Red Wings hockey pucks, each signed on the Red Wings emblem side in gold ink. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1323. Troy Aikman and Steve Young. Color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo

of the January 16, 1995, cover of Sports Illustrated touting the NFC Title Game as the ‘real’ Super Bowl, signed in silver ink

by Young and Aikman. In fine condition, with two holograms from Aikman and Young affixed to lower left. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“Service to others is the rent we pay for our room in HEAVEN”

1325. Muhammad Ali. Two ANSs: one

page, 8.5 x 11, June 11, 1984. Short note written at the top of a collector’s TLS to Ali, in full: “From Muhammad Ali, Service to others is the rent we pay for our room in HEAVEN,” adding a smiley face and the date; and an ANS, one page, 8.5 x 11, June 15, 1984. Short note on the reverse of a collector’s TLS to Ali, in full: “Steve send a letter to 4944 South Woodlawn, Chicago Ill and ask my man Herbert Muhammad about what you want of me to do, Muhammad Ali, June 24–84.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Ali’s hand. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1326. Muhammad Ali. Limited edition

color print titled ‘The Day the Earth Shook,’ numbered 154/500, 31.5 x 25, signed in the lower border in pencil by Ali. Also signed in pencil by the artist, Ernie Patton.

Marginal pinholes, a few light handling creases, and a touch of mild scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the publisher. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1327. Mel Allen. Glossy 8 x 10 NBC publicity photo of Allen for the 1952 Belmont Stakes, signed in blue felt tip, “Best of luck, Mel Allen.” Trimmed right edge, scattered light edge wear, a few creases and surface marks, and light edge curling, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1332. Autograph Album. Hardcover autograph album, 6.25 x 5, signed inside in ballpoint and felt tip by 14 athletes and coaches, all single page with some adding inscriptions. Signers include: Wilt Chamberlain, Red Auerbach, Oscar Robertson, signing “Big O,” Jim Rice, Ernie Banks, Pete Newell, and George Mikan. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 1328. Andre the Giant. Pro-

fessional wrestler (1946–1993) who stood 7’4” and was billed as ’The Eighth Wonder of the World.’

Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Wayne, Good luck, Andre the Giant,” on an off-white 5.25 x 6.25 sheet. Some scattered light creases and wrinkles, tack hole to top and bottom edge, and a uniform shade of toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1329. Eddie Arcaro. Glossy 8 x 10

photo of Arcaro atop Citation, signed in blue felt tip “Eddie Arcaro.” The image also bears a facsimile signature. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1330. Richie Ashburn. Official Rawlings American League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Richie Ashburn,” adding “HOF ‘95,” to the adjoining side panel.

Scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1331. Auto Racing. Collection

of 15 items consisting of three FDCs and 12 signed photos, ranging in size from 8 x 10 and 8.5 x 11, each signed by the respective racer pictured. FDCs are signed by Parnelli Jones, Johnny Rutherford, and Andy Granatelli; photos are signed in ink and felt tip by: Roger Penske (3 ins), Al Unser, Jr. (2 ins), Rick Mears, Buck Baker, John Andretti, Al Unser (ins), Doug Prudhomme, Larry Dixon, Kenny Bernstein, and A. J. Foyt (ins). In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1333. Baltimore Colts. Color glossy 20 x 16 composite photo honoring the five Colt Hall of Famers, signed in blue felt tip by all five: Raymond Berry, Lenny Moore, Gino Marchetti, John Mackey, and Art Donovan, each adding their induction year. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1334. Baltimore Colts. Satin-

finish 16 x 20 photo of the front page of the December 29, 1958, Daily News, announcing the Giants sudden-death loss to the Colts, signed in black felt tip by Hall of Famers Art Donovan, Raymond Berry, Lenny Moore, and Gino Marchetti, each adding their induction year. In fine condition.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1335. Marty Barry.

Hockey forward (1904– 1969) who played for the Montreal Canadiens, Detroit Red Wings, and Boston Bruins in the National Hockey League.

He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1965. Scarce ballpoint signature, “Marty Barry,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Signature light, but legible, and a uniform shade of light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1336. Sal Bartolo. Former world

featherweight boxing champion (1917–2002) known as the ‘Pride of East Boston.’ Vintage glossy 5 x 8 doubleweight photo of Bartolo posing in his world title belt, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Best wishes to Mildred, Sal Bartolo.”

Mild toning to edges, a few edge creases, and some light dings to top portion, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1337. Baseball. Five books: four hardcover books: The Mick, signed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint, “Best Wishes, Mickey Mantle”; The Yogi Book, signed on the first free end page in black ballpoint, “Yogi Berra”; I Had a Hammer: The Hank Aaron Story, signed on the first free end page in black ink, “Best Wishes, Hank Aaron”; and The Only Way I Know, signed on the half-title page, “Cal Ripkin, Jr.”; and one paperback book, The Man Stan: Musial…Then and Now, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip; “Stan Musial.”

In very good to fine condition, with a loose, but intact hinge and an inscription rubbed out of Mantle’s book, and light wear and toning to the cover. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1338. Baseball. Four covers from The Sporting News, three color, 11.5 x 14.5, each signed on the front in ink or felt tip by the respective player pictured. Signers are: Pete Rose, Carl Yastrzemski, Tug McGraw (ins), and Reggie Jackson. A PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to bottom corner of each page, some mild toning, and some edge wear to Jackson’s cover, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 1339.

Baseball. Four signed vintage clipped magazine and newspaper photos presenting autographs from very tough to obtain deceased baseball players, ranging in size from 1.5 x 2.5 up to 4 x 4.5, each signed in ink by the respective player pictured. Signers are: Jewel Ens ( D. 1950), Jimmy Jordan (D. 1957), Steve O’Neill (D. 1962), and Sam Gray (D. 1954) (affixed to a slightly larger sheet). In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1340. Baseball. Seven baseball

cards, each signed on the image side in ballpoint by the respective player pictured. Signers are: Charlie Grimm (1965 Topps), Jim ‘Catfish’ Hunter (1969 Topps), Doc Ellis (1972 Topps # 1 Pirates team card), Dave Giusti (1972 Topps), Bob Miller (1972 Topps), Nellie Briles (1972 Topps), and Steve Blass (1971 Topps). All but Grimm’s card are encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder.

Light contrast to Briles’s signature and moderate contrast to Ellis’s signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1341. Baseball Hall of Famers. Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in blue ballpoint by six Hall of Famers: Eddie Mathews and Reggie Jackson (both sharing the sweet spot), Frank Robinson, Ernie Banks, Mickey Mantle, and Harmon Killebrew. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) 1342.

Baseball Hall of Famers.

Special promotional Daily News print, 11 x 15, for four Hall of Famers appearing at the 1990 Gloria Rothstein East Coast National, signed in blue felt tip by Mickey Mantle, Harmon Killebrew, Tom Seaver, and Jim ‘Catfish’ Hunter. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1343. Baseball Hall of Famers.

Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in ballpoint and felt tip by 11 Hall of Famers. Felt tip signatures are of Ted Williams, Brooks Robinson (ss), and Warren Spahn; ballpoint signatures are of Duke Snider, Joe Morgan, Billy Williams, Ralph Kiner, Pee Wee Reese, Yogi Berra, Robin Roberts, and Stan Musial. Scattered toning, lightly affecting some of the signatures, and Musial’s signature light, but legible, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1344. Baseball Hall of Famers. Official Rawlings American League baseball signed in black ballpoint by 24 Hall of Famers. Signers are: Willie McCovey and Ray Dandridge (both on the sweet spot), Luis Aparicio, Johnny Mize, Juan Marichal, Bob Lemon, Al Lopez, Billy Williams, Brooks Robinson, Early Wynn, Robin Roberts, Enos Slaughter, Bob Feller, Billy Herman, Pee Wee Reese, Jim ‘Catfish’ Hunter, Rod Carew, Bob Doerr, Al Kaline, Fergie Jenkins, Al Barlick, Joe Morgan, Whitey Ford, and Ralph Kiner. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1347. Baseball Hall of Famers. Official Rawlings American League baseball signed in blue and black ballpoint by 19 Hall of Famers.

Signers are: Willie McCovey (ss), Duke Snider, Robin Roberts, Billy Williams, Tom Seaver, Reggie Jackson, Gaylord Perry, Early Wynn, Brooks Robinson, Harmon Killebrew, Red Schoendienst, Pee Wee Reese, Ralph Kiner, Enos Slaughter, Juan Marichal, Warren Spahn, Jim Palmer, Yogi Berra, and Fergie Jenkins. In fine condition, with a couple spots of trivial toning and light brushing to a couple of signatures.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1345. Baseball Hall of Famers.

Official Rawlings Hall of Fame League baseball signed in blue and black ballpoint by 18 Hall of Famers. Signers are: Juan Marichal (ss), Reggie Jackson, Brooks Robinson, Rollie Fingers, Al Kaline, Whitey Ford, Pee Wee Reese, Warren Spahn, Billy Williams, Ralph Kiner, Johnny Bench, Enos Slaughter, Joe Morgan, Fergie Jenkins, Robin Roberts, Tom Seaver, Red Schoendienst, and Yogi Berra. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and some light brushing to a few of the signatures.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1348. Baseball: 3000 Hit Club. Color 35 x 17.25 print entitled

‘The 3000 Hit Club,’ showing 12 members of the illustrious club, signed in blue felt tip under their respective images by all 12: Hank Aaron, Lou Brock, Robin Yount, Stan Musial, Willie Mays, George Brett, Dave Winfield, Pete Rose, Al Kaline, Rod Carew, Carl Yastrzemski, and Eddie Murray. Also signed in felt tip by the artist, Ron Lewis. Matted and framed to an overall size of 40 x 22.5. In fine condition. Oversized.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1346. Baseball Hall of Famers.

Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in blue and black ballpoint by 19 Hall of Famers.

Signers are: Stan Musial (ss), Billy Williams, Red Schoendienst, Johnny Bench, Enos Slaughter, Fergie Jenkins, Tom Seaver, Joe Morgan, Jim Palmer, Chas. Gehringer, Pee Wee Reese, Rollie Fingers, Yogi Berra, Robin Roberts, Al Kaline, Ralph Kiner, Warren Spahn, Early Wynn, and Brooks Robinson. In fine condition, with a few signatures a shade or two light, and a couple light brushes to a couple of signatures. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1349. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Two

official Rawlings baseballs, one American and one Major League, signed on the sweet spot in blue ballpoint by Harmon Killebrew and Gary Sheffield respectively, with both adding their home run totals. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1353. Basketball. Collection of 35 items consisting of various size signed photos and signatures on cards and government postcards, each signed in ink or felt tip by a different player or coach. Signers include: Lou Carnesecca, Hubie Brown, Ray Mears, Dick and Tom Van Arsdale, George Ireland, Jack Marin, Larry Costello, Elvin Hayes, Tom Gola, Dave Cowens, Ed Macauley, Jerry Buss, Red Morrison, Wes Unseld, Dolph Schayes, Jack Twyman, Lenny Wilkens, Xavier McDaniels, Willis Reed, Shawn Bradley, Denny Crum, and Super John Williams. In very good to fine overall condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 1354. Sammy Baugh. Glossy

8 x 10 photo of Baugh in his uniform, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to lower right corner.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1350. Baseball: Hall of Fame Pitchers. Three official Rawl-

ings National League baseballs, each signed on the sweet spot in blue ballpoint by a different Hall of Fame pitcher. Signers are: Steve Carlton, Hoyt Wilhelm, and Harmon Killebrew. In fine condition, with some scattered mild toning to balls. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1351. Baseball: Umpires. Four vintage

clipped magazine photos, all approximately 1.5 x 2, each signed in ink by the respective umpire pictured. Signers are: John Sears (D. 1956), George Barr (D. 1974), George Magerkurth (D. 1966), and Leo Ballanfant (deceased). In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1355. Jean Beliveau. Official Puckmaster Heritage replica Montreal Canadiens ‘sweater’ hockey jersey signed in blue felt tip on the emblem on the front. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Jordan, Thomas, and Malone join Magic for his charity event 1352.

Basketball.

Program from the United Negro College Fund’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Magic’ event, held in Los Angeles on August 5–6, 1989, 8.5 x 11, signed inside and on the back cover by 10 participants and attendees, some adding brief inscriptions.

Signers are: Magic Johnson, Mark Aguirre, Michael Jordan, Karl Malone, Reggie Miller, John Salley, Isiah Thomas, Spud Webb, Dominique Wilkins, and Mike Tyson. In very good condition, with torn first page, creasing and soiling to covers, a few pencil notations, and expected handling wear. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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“If I had my life to live over, I would not disguise my lunch wrap with my catcher’s mitt”

1356. Patty Berg. Founding member and leading player on the LPGA (1918–2006). Felt tip signature, “Patty Berg,” on an off-white 5.5 x 8.5 sheet. In fine condition.

Accompanied by two unsigned photos, one bearing a printed signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1360. Yogi Berra. ALS, one

1357. Sam Berger.

Heavyweight boxer (1884– 1925) who was the first Olympic Heavyweight Boxing Champion, winning his gold medal in St. Louis in Boxing at the 1904 Summer Olympics. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Wishing you 100 weeks at 1000 pounds per week. Sam Berger Mar 13/09,” on an off-white 7.5 x 5.75 album page. In fine condition, with lightly trimmed vertical edges and some scattered light toning and soiling.

Accompanied by an unsigned 8 x 10 photo of Berger sparring with Jim Jeffries. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1358. Yogi Berra and Don Larsen. Glossy 16 x 20 photo

of Berra and Larsen embracing after Larsen’s perfect game to clinch the World Series, signed in blue felt tip by Yogi Berra and Don Larsen, adding the date of his perfect game. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1359. Yogi Berra and Don Larsen. Two of-

ficial Rawlings Major League baseballs, one signed on the sweet spot in blue ballpoint, “Don Larsen PG 10-8-56”; and a limited edition Yogi Berra ball, #8/8, signed on the sweet spot in blue ballpoint by Berra. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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page, 8.5 x 11, November 2008.

Letter to a fan. In full: “If I had my life to live over, I would not disguise my lunch wrap with my catcher’s mitt. I would have spent more time in class, or I should say the reverse.

However, the catcher’s mitt, served me well.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, and scattered light creasing. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1361. Don Bessent. Pitcher for the Los Angeles/Brooklyn Dodgers from 1955–1958. Ballpoint signature, “Don Bessent,” on an off-white 5 x 3 lined card. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1362. Billiards.

Two items: semiglossy 8 x 10 paperstock promotional photo of Willie Mosconi, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Steve Keyser, Best wishes, Willie Mosconi”; and a felt tip signature, “Minnesota Fats,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1363. Larry Bird. Replica Indiana State basketball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1364. Larry Bird. Official Spalding NBA basketball signed in gold ink on a side panel.

In fine condition, with a bit of light contrast to signature. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Upper Deck. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1369.

Boxing. Four glossy 8 x 10 photos, each signed in felt tip by the respective boxer pictured.

Signers are: Jake LaMotta, Willie Pep, Carmen Basilio, and Floyd Patterson (ins). In fine condition, with some scattered surface marks to LaMotta’s photo, as well as some light contrast to the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1365. Boston Red Sox. Three

gold Hall of Fame cards: Ted Williams, signed at the top in blue felt tip; Lou Boudreau, signed at the top in black felt tip; and Joe Cronin, signed at the top in blue ballpoint. In fine overall condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1366. Boston Red Sox. Official

Reach American League baseball signed in ballpoint by 23 members of the 1963 Boston Red Sox. Signers include: Ted Williams (ss), Carl Yastrzemski (over the label), Dick Williams, Dick Radatz, Earl Wilson, Russ Nixon, Wilbur Wood, Jim Gosger, Bill Gardner, Bill MacLeod, and Jack Lamabe. Some signatures light, but still completely legible, and a bit of scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

1367. Jim Bottomley. Baseball Hall of Famer (1900-1959) who became the first league Most Valuable Player to emerge from a team’s own farm system. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Jim Bottomley,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder grading the autograph “Mint 9.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1368. Johnny Bower. Hall

of Fame goalie nicknamed ‘The China Wall.’ Thirty-four official NHL Toronto Maple Leafs hockey pucks, each signed on the Leafs emblem side in silver ink. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1370. Boxing Hall of Famers. Oversized

gold Everlast boxing glove, approximately 24” long, signed in black felt tip by 23 Hall of Famers. Signers are: Floyd Patterson, Marvelous Marvin Hagler, Aaron Pryor, Junior Jones, Matthew Saad Muhammad, Willie Pep, Carmen Basilio, Ruben Olivares, Eusebio Pedroza, Sugar Shane Mosley, Alexis Arguello, Michael Spinks, Ray Mancini, Leon Spinks, Carlos Ortiz, Johnny Saxton, Joe Frazier, Gene Fullmer, Emile Griffith, Gil Clancy, Gerry Cooney, Arthur Mercante, and Bob Foster. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1371. James J. Braddock. American

Boxing Hall of Famer (1905–1974) who was heavyweight champion of the world from 1935 to 1937 and whose career was dramatized in the Oscar-nominated 2005 film, Cinderella Man. Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Nattie, best wishes, James J. Braddock,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. Some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1372. Terry Bradshaw. Replica

Pittsburgh Steelers football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1373.

Brooklyn Dodgers.

Color 18 x 15 print entitled ‘Brooklyn Dodgers Greats,’ signed in blue felt tip by 17 Dodger greats.

Signers are: Duke Snider, Tommy Lasorda, Al Gionfriddo, Ransom Jackson, Dick Williams, Ralph Branca, Andy Pafko, Carl Erskine, Johnny Podres, Don Newcombe, Preacher Roe, Jim Gentile, Clem Labine, Gino Cimoli, Pete Coscarart, and Clyde King. Double matted and framed with a small plaque to an overall size of 23.5 x 25. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1374. Jim Brown and Sam Huff. Satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of

Brown trying to elude Huff’s tackle, signed in blue felt tip by both Brown and Huff, each adding his uniform number and Hall of Fame induction year. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1377. Jim Brown. Color satinfinish 16 x 20 photo of Brown on the cold and muddy Cleveland sideline, signed in silver ink, “Jim Brown HOF 71.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1378. Mildred Burke. Longtime

former women’s wrestling champion (1915–1989). Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Burke wearing her championship belt, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Best wishes to my friend ‘Doc Austell’ from Mildred Burke, World Champion Lady Wrestler.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, and a bit of mild border soiling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1379. Harry Caray. Menu from Caray’s

Chicago restaurant, 8.5 x 13, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Holy Cow! Harry Caray.” Mild handling wear and some scattered light spotting and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1375. Jim Brown. Glossy 16 x

20 photo of Brown breaking through the line with the ball, signed in blue felt tip, “Jim Brown HOF 71.”

In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1376. Jim Brown. Color limited edition 26.5 x 33 print honoring Brown’s career, numbered #567/3200, signed in brown felt tip.

Also signed in pencil by the artist, Gary Thomas. Rolled and in fine condition, with some scattered light dings and creases, and a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1380. Steve Carlton. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Steve Carlton ‘Lefty.’” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1381. Steve Carlton. Color 10.75 x

14 magazine photo of Carlton on the mound, signed in blue felt tip, “Steve Carlton 1/31/82.” Photo is affixed to an identical size board. Scattered rubbing and surface wear, and a horizontal crease to right edge, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1382. Chicago Cubs. Five signed glossy and satin-finish photos: a color 8 x 10 of Fergie Jenkins, signed in black felt tip; a glossy 14 x 11 of Ron Santo and Glenn Beckert holding their Gold Glove Awards, signed in blue felt tip by both; two identical photos of Beckert and Don Kessinger, one 10 x 8 and one 14 x 11, both signed in blue felt tip by both; and a color glossy 16 x 20 photo of Ernie Banks at the plate, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1385. Cincinnati Reds: Big Red Machine. Color satin-finish

19.75 x 15.75 photo of members of Cincinnati’s ‘Big Red Machine,’ signed in blue felt tip by Tony Perez, Johnny Bench, Sparky Anderson, Joe Morgan, and Pete Rose. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1386. Roger Clemens. Aduj-

Strap replica New York Yankees baseball helmet signed in silver ink on the front, “Roger Clemens.” In fine condition, with a stray ink mark and a few trivial scuffs. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1383. Cincinnati Reds. Official

Spalding National League baseball signed in blue and black ballpoint by 24 members of the ‘The Big Red Machine.’ Signers include: Pete Rose, Sparky Anderson (ss), Johnny Bench, Tony Perez, George Foster, Ken Griffey, Cesar Geronimo, Pat Darcy, Pedro Borbon, Joe Morgan, Ted Kluszewski, Bill Plummer, and Will McEnaney. Black ballpoint signatures a couple shades light, but still completely legible, a bit of trivial soiling, and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1387. Ty Cobb. Personal check, 8 x 3, filled out and signed by Cobb,

“Tyrus R. Cobb,” payable to John L. Savage for $50.00, December 15, 1953. Two vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, cancellation holes to body, small chip to left edge, and pencil notation near top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Spalding National League baseball signed in black and blue ballpoint by 33 former Reds. Signers include: Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, George Foster, Ray Knight, Rawley Eastwick, Clay Carroll, Bill Plummer, Will McEnaney, Pat Darcy, Junior Kennedy, Tom Hall, Hal King, Don Gullett, and Merv Rettenmund. Ball also bears a Sparky Anderson clubhouse signature on the sweet spot. Most signatures a couple shades light, bit still completely legible, a couple signatures over labels, and a mild shade of toning, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1388. Ty Cobb. ANS

signed “Ty,” on a 4 x 1.75 irregularly clipped slip, no date. Brief note, possibly clipped from a longer letter reads, in full: “I am at Cornelia, Ga., some 35 miles from Royston where you addressed your letter to me.” Slip is affixed to a 5 x 3 off-white slip. Closely trimmed edges, a small area of toning affecting last word of note, and some other scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. After leaving baseball Cobb lived mostly on the West Coast, although he did eventually return to Cornelia, Georgia. He endowed a number of charities, the best known being a string of hospitals in northeast Georgia. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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“I am about out of the reprint pictures, I have to give to boys and fans” 1389. Ty Cobb. ALS signed “Ty,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, per-

sonal letterhead, February 12, 1955. Letter to “Danny.” In full: “I ask a favor of you. I am about out of the reprint pictures, I have to give to boys and fans, in the past a lack of the proper people up here, I have had to pay too much for these prints and received slick finishes also very cheap paper. I have a lot of requests, I need say one hundred or more each of possibly three different poses or plays etc. I know they have firms down there that make theatrical or moving picture people reprints. I might have negatives, if not then the original pictures and they can make negative from it. Let me know who I can take matter up with, will want quotes on 5 x 7 and 8 x 10 sizes. Best wishes to you.” A uniform shade of mild toning from previous display, and a thin strip of adhesive remnant along top edge of reverse, otherwise fine condition. Interesting insight from an inaugural member of the Hall of Fame attempting to keep up with what was certainly a constant request for autographed photos. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1390. Dallas Cowboys. Color glossy 16 x 20 composite photo of the Cowboys’ ‘Doomsday II Defense,’ signed in blue felt tip by Randy White, John Dutton, and Ed ‘Too Tall’ Jones. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1391. Man Mountain Dean. Pro-

fessional wrestler of the early 1900s who died in 1953.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Man Mt. Dean,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.75 card, with collector’s notations along bottom edge. Several vertical creases through end of signature, scattered soiling, and an area of dampstaining to right side, lightly affecting end of signature, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by an article with his picture. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1392.

Jack D e m p s e y. D S ,

signed “William Harrison Dempsey,” one page, 8.5 x 13, April 4, 1957. State Athletic Commission of California Report of Physical Examination, listing Dempsey’s legal name, “William Harrison Dempsey,” followed by his ring name, “Jack Dempsey.” Report details his medical history and the current examination, including his height, weight, pulse, blood pressure, vision, reflexes, etc. Signed at the conclusion by Dempsey and the attending physician. In very good condition, with four horizontal folds, surface and corner creasing, a few scattered edge tears, one repaired with clear tape at the top edge, a staple mark to each top corner, two punch holes to the top edge, and a office “received” stamp.

An uncommon report brimming with Dempsey’s personal information, who, at 63 years old, still found his way into the ring. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1393. Alex Delvecchio. Twelve official NHL

1398. Joe DiMaggio. Official Rawlings American League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot. In fine condition, with a couple spots of trivial toning. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Detroit Red Wings hockey pucks, each signed on the Red Wings emblem side in silver ink. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1394. DiMaggio Brothers.

Two items: commemorative cover, bearing a color silk cachet of the three elderly DiMaggio brothers, signed in black ink

by Joe and Dom DiMaggio; and a ballpoint signature, “Praise the Lord.

Vince DiMaggio,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card, with a collector’s pencil notation to top edge. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1399. Joe DiMaggio. Very nice

color 17.5 x 23.5 print of DiMaggio at the plate in Yankee Stadium, signed in blue felt tip. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 30.5. In fine condition.

Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1395. Joe DiMaggio. Color limited edition 18 x 12 print of DiMaggio at bat, numbered #34/300, signed in blue felt tip. Also signed in felt tip by the artist, James Amore. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1396. Joe DiMaggio. Color 18 x 24 print of DiMaggio at bat in his Yankee pinstripes, signed in blue felt tip. Print is affixed to an identical size piece of foam core. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1397. Joe DiMaggio. Quote

presentation, 8.5 x 11, featuring four quotes regarding DiMaggio from Joe Cronin, Pee Wee Reese, Frank Crosetti, and Bucky Harris, and featuring a DiMaggio trading card in the upper right, signed in blue felt tip by DiMaggio. Matted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1400. Joe DiMaggio. Color limited edition 32 x 26 lithograph en-

titled ‘Joe DiMaggio Legacy,’ numbered #234/444, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip, “Joe DiMaggio, Yankee Clipper.” Also signed in pencil by the artist, Robert Stephen Simon. Framed to an overall size of 36 x 30. In very fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1401. DiMaggio, Mantle, and Seaver. Special promo-

tional Daily News print, 11 x 15, for the former Yankees and Met appearing at the 1989 Gloria Rothstein Card Show, signed in blue felt tip by Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, and Tom Seaver.

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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1402. Marcel Dionne.

Two official CCM replica hockey jerseys: a Los Angeles Kings throwback jersey, signed on the front in black felt tip; and a New York Rangers jersey signed along the bottom of the front in blue felt tip. Dionne has added his Hall of Fame induction year to both signatures as well. Rangers jersey also bears a second signature in silver ink, which is fairly light, but legible. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1403. Roberto Duran. Color glossy 11 x 14 photo of Duran posing with one of his championship belts, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

ary and flamboyant Oakland A’s owner (1918– 1996). Personal check, 8 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Finley, “Charles O. Finley,” payable to Bonwit Teller for $114.45, April 6, 1964. In fine condition, with show-through from stamps on reverse, and a small tear to bottom edge. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1408. Carlton Fisk. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Carlton Fisk HOF 2000.” In very fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to ball. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1409. Football: 1976 AFC Pro Bowl. Official Wilson NFL football signed in red and blue ballpoint on the white side panels by 37 members of the AFC squad from the 1976 Pro Bowl. Signers include: Charlie Joiner, Dave Casper, Joe Greene, Otis Armstrong, Bert Jones, Art Shell, Jack Ham, Ray Guy, Joe DeLamielleure, Gene Upshaw, Cliff Branch, Curley Culp, Leon Gray, Coy Bacon, Jim Langer, Greg Pruitt, Mel Blount, Lydell Mitchell, and Lamar Lundy. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1404. Bob Feller. Two

different satin-finish 11 x 14 photos of a young Feller in his Cleveland uniform, each signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1405. Bob Feller. Official Majestic replica

Cleveland Indians baseball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in silver ink on the number on the back, “Bob Feller HOF 62.” In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1406. Jennie Finch. Replica United States

Olympic team softball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back, “Jennie Finch #27, 04 Gold.” In fine condition, with some light feathering to signature. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1407. Charles Finley. Legend-

1410. Football: Gone Too Soon.

Ink and ballpoint signatures of six deceased football players on off-white 5 x 3 cards or government postcards.

Signers are: Mike Swistowicz (encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder), Rollie Dotsch, Howard Red Hickey, Charlie Tolar, Bobby Walston, and Sherman Plunkett. In very good to fine condition, with toning, tape remnants, and trimmed edges to government postcards. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1411. Football: UCLA Bruins. Official Rawlings

football signed by the Rose Bowl and Pac 10 Champs, in blue and black ballpoint on the white side panels by 45 members of the 1982 UCLA Bruins. Signers include: Don Rogers, Steve Bono, and Irv Eatman. In very good to fine condition, with scattered crazing to white side panels, some signatures light, but legible, and a bit of light wear to leather side panels. Rogers is incredibly scarce. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1412. Four Horsemen: Elmer Layden. College Football Hall of

Famer (1903-1973) who comprised one quarter of the famed Four Horsemen of Notre Dame. Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “Good Luck ‘Chip,’ from Elmer Layden,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Card is encapsulated in a plastic James Spence Authentication holder. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1418. Joe Frazier. Satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Frazier flooring Muhammad Ali, signed in silver ink.

In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 1419. Joe Frazier. Satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Frazier pummeling Muhammad Ali against the ropes, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1413. A. J. Foyt. Glossy 8 x 10 composite photo, signed in blue ballpoint.

In fine condition, with a few light bends and surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100) 1420. Joe Frazier. Satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Frazier going toeto-toe with Muhammad Ali, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1414. Joe Frazier. Satin-finish

10 x 8 photo of Frazier throwing a left at Muhammad Ali, signed in black felt tip by Frazier. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1415. Joe Frazier. Everlast left-handed 10-ounce boxing glove signed in black felt tip on the top, “Smokin’ Joe Frazier, 3/18/71, 32-4-1 27 KO.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1421. Joe Frazier. Color satinfinish 16 x 20 photo of Frazier in the ring with Muhammad Ali, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1416. Joe Frazier. Everlast left-handed 14-ounce boxing glove signed in black felt tip on the top, “Smokin’ Joe Frazier, Olympic Medal 64.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1417. Joe Frazier. Color glossy

10 x 7.5 original UPI press photo of Frazier and Ali battling in the ring, signed in blue felt tip by Frazier.

In very good condition, with lightly trimmed edges, a few creases, and surface impressions of Frazier’s and Ali’s signatures in another hand. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1422. Walt Frazier. Color satin-

finish 20 x 16 photo of Frazier shooting a free throw for the Knicks, signed in silver ink, “Walt Frazier HOF 1987.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1423. Bill Gadsby. Two official

replica CCM Heritage ‘sweater’ jerseys: a Chicago Blackhawks jersey signed on the front in black felt tip; and a New York Rangers jersey, signed on the front in silver ink. In fine condition, with some light skipping due to nature of material and silver ink signature a shade or two light.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1424. Frank Gifford. Imposing

color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of Gifford in his uniform and winter coat, signed in silver ink, “Frank Gifford HOF 77.” In fine condition, with a couple trivial surface dings and a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1425.

Golf. 2003 NEC Invitational World Golf Championships golf flag signed in various color felt tip on the front by 35 participants. Signers are: K. J. Choi, Trevor Immelman, Frederick Jackson, Fred Funk, Len Mattice, John Rollins, Michael Campbell, Padraig Harrington, Eduardo Romero, Scott Hoch, Ernie Ells, Robert Allenby, Justin Leonard, Phillip Price, Peter Jacobsen, Ben Curtis, Phil Mickelson, Shaun Michael, David Toms, Vijay Singh, Chad Campbell, Brad Faxon, Rich Beem, Mark Calcavecchia, Stuart Appleby, Jay Haas, Bob Estes, Colin Montgomerie, Thomas Bjorn, Retief Goosen, Craig Parry, Mike Weir, John Daly, Miguel Angel Jimenez, and Sergio Garcia. In fine condition, with expected light feathering due to nature of material and light haloing to a few signatures. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1426. Golf: Masters.

Set of 12 Augusta National Golf Club scorecards, measuring 6.5 x 4.75 opened, each signed on the front in felt tip by a former Masters champion. Signers are: Fred Couples, Ray Floyd, Fuzzy Zoeller, Zach Johnson, Bob Goalby, Billy Casper, Trevor Immelman, Jose Maria Olazabel, Jack Burke, Craig Stadler, Mark O’Meara, and Doug Ford.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1427. Gail Goodrich. Replica Los Angeles Lakers basketball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1428. Jeff Gordon. Official Rawlings Major

League baseball signed in black felt tip on the sweet spot. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1429. Joe Gordon. Baseball Hall of Famer (1915–1978), nicknamed ‘Flash,’ who won the 1942 American League MVP award.

Vintage pencil signature, “Joe Gordon,” on an off-white 4.25 x 6 album page, also signed by Johnny Lindell, Ken Sears, Frank Crosetti, and Charlie Wensloff.

Also signed on the reverse by Jack Kraus. Scattered mild toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1430. Red Grange.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Grange running with the ball, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Kenneth Crouche, ‘Red’ Grange,” and signed a second time below the inscription. In good condition, with heavy creasing, surface impressions, a faint paperclip imprint to the top left corner, light contrast to signatures and inscription, and mild silvering to some of the darker areas of the image. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1431. Joe Greene. Color glossy 16 x 20 photo of Greene on the field for the Steelers, signed in silver ink, “Joe Greene HOF 87.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1432. Joe Greene. Official Reebok

replica Pittsburgh Steelers throwback football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back, “Joe Greene HOF 87.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1433. Wayne Gretzky. Color

satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Gretzky on the ice for the Edmonton Oilers, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of Gretzky hoisting the Stanley Cup over his head with his Oiler teammates, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1437. Bob Griese. Replica Miami Dolphins football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back, “Bob Griese ‘72 Perfect Season.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1438. Russ Hodges. Baseball

1434. Wayne Gretzky. Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Gretzky hoisting the Stanley Cup over his head after the Oilers’ victory, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100) 1435. Wayne Gretzky. Color

1436. Wayne Gretzky. Official Easton Ultra Lite Junior graphite hockey stick signed in black felt tip on the blade. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to shaft. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

announcer famous for his call of Bobby Thompson’s ‘Shot Heard ‘Round the World’ in the 1951 National League playoffs: ‘The Giants win the pennant! The Giants win the pennant!’ Ballpoint signature and inscription, “Hi Duane, Russ Hodges,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 Bellman’s Detail service card. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild toning. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1439. Ben Hogan. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, June 26, 1989. Hogan writes to an admirer, in full: “Thank you very much for your letter and your kind remarks—I am most appreciative. I do regret to advise you that I no longer have any pictures as my supply of photographs has been long exhausted, but thank you for asking.” In fine condition, with some light creasing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1440. Larry Holmes. Everlast

left-handed 14-ounce boxing glove signed in black felt tip on the top, “Larry Holmes, Easton Assassin.”

In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to glove. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1441. Horse Racing. Group of 44 signed photos, various finishes, mostly color, ranging in size from 3.25 x 3.25 up to 6 x 9, each signed in ink or felt tip by the respective jockey, trainer, or official pictured.

Signers are: Bob Baffert, Russell Baze (2), Tyler Baze, Rafael Bejarano (2), Joe Bravo (2), Shaun Bridgmohan, John Campbell, Javier Castellano (2), Eddie Castro, Daniel Coa, Jon Court, Chris DeCarlo, Kent Desormeaux, Ramon Dominquez, Earlie Fires (3), David Flores (2), Ryan Fogelsonger, Mark Guidry, Rosemary Homeister, Corey Lanerie, Julian Leparoux (2), Jose Lezcano (2), Bill Mott, Anna Napravnik, Mario Pins, Todd Pletcher, Timothy Ritchey, Jeremy Rose, Robyn Smith Astaire, Mike Smith (2), Elvis Trujillo, Jorge Velasquez (2), and Nick Zits (ins). In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1442. Horse Racing.

Eighteen color photos, all approximately 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the respective jockey, trainer, or official pictured. Signers are: Bill Mott, Rafael Bejarano, Javier Castellano, Bob Baffert, Corey Nakatani, Chris DeCarlo, Pat Day, Jeremy Rose, Alex Solis, Catello Manzi, Jack Moiseyev, Russell Baze, Rick Violette (ins), Jordan Stratton (ins), Barclay Tagg, Mike Smith (2), and Robyn Smith Astaire. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1443. Horse Racing: Eddie Arcaro. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Arcaro atop Citation, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition, with a light diagonal streak to lower portion of image. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1444. Horse Racing: Cauthen and Velazquez. Color satinfinish 20 x 16 photo of Allydar and Affirmed at the Belmont Stakes, signed in blue felt tip by Stevie Cauthen and Jorge Velasquez.

Rolled and in fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1445. Horse Racing: Gomez and Smith. Color 20 x 16 laser-

print photo of Blame desperately holding off Zenyatta to win the 2010 Breeder’s Cup, signed in silver ink by Garrett Gomez and Mike Smith. Rolled and in fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Over two dozen Kentucky Derby winners 1446. Horse Racing: Kentucky Derby.

Color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of the 1998 Kentucky Derby field rounding the first turn, signed in blue felt tip by 26 Derby winners. Signers are: Calvin Borel, Kent Desormeaux, Edgar Prado, Mike Smith, Stewart Elliott, Jose Santos, Victor Espinoza, Jorge Chavez, Gary Stevens,, Chris McCarron, Pat Day, Craig Perret, Laffit Pincay, Jr., Jacinto Vasquez, Steve Cauthen, Jean Cruguet, Jorge Velasquez, Pat Valenzuela, Ron Turcotte, Bobby Ussery, Don Brumfield, Braulio Baeza, Dave Erb, Ray York, Ron Franklin, and Bill Boland. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1447. Horse Racing: Ron Turcotte. Glossy 14 x 11 photo

of Turcotte winning the Kentucky Derby atop Secretariat, signed in black felt tip, “Ron Turcotte, 1973 Ky Derby.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1453. Indiana Pacers. Official red, white,

1448. Horse Racing: Ron Turcotte. Color

glossy 20 x 16 composite photo honoring the 25th anniversary of Secretariat’s Triple Crown, signed in blue felt tip; and a semi-glossy 20 x 16 photo of Turcotte winning the 1973 Belmont Stakes by an amazing 31 lengths atop Secretariat, signed in blue felt tip, “73 Triple Crown, Ron Turcotte.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1449. Horse Racing: Ron Turcotte. Color 10 x 8 laserprint

photo of LeRoy Neiman’s portrait of Turcotte atop Secretariat, signed in blue felt tip by Turcotte. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

and blue MBA Money Ball Indoor/Outdoor basketball signed in black felt tip on the side panels by 19 members of the 1970, 1972, and 1973 American Basketball Association World Champions. Signers are: George McGinnis , Billy Keller, Don Buse, Bob Netolicky, Darnell Hillman, Rick Mount, Freddie Lewis, Donnie Freeman, Jerry Harkness, Jimmy Rayl, Ron Bonham, Bob Arnzen, Bill Newton, Tom Thacker, and Head Coach Bobby Slick Leonard.

Ball is also signed by ABA Commissioner and former first Pacer GM Mike Storen, and Pacer & ABA Co-founder, Pacer Co. owner, Pacer President, President of ABA Board of Trustees, and the man who chaired the ABA-NBA Merger, Dick Tinkham. Also autographed by ABA Pacer Trainer David Craig and ABA Pacers play-by-play man, Jerry Baker. Signatures were obtained in the 90s before the Big 30th ABA Anniversary in 1997. In fine condition, with expected light skipping to signatures and ball slightly underinflated. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1450. Horse Racing: Velasquez and Cauthen. Color satin-

finish 10 x 8 photo of Velasquez and Cauthen racing neck-and-neck, signed in blue felt tip by both Jorge Velasquez and Steve Cauthen. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1451. Bobby Hull. Replica Chicago Blackhawks hockey jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition, with some light feathering to signature.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Nearly complete collection of Indy 500 winners from 1967 to 1999

1454. Indy 500. Group lot: collection of 29 photos in varying finishes

1452. Bobby Hull and Maurice Richard. Four items: two official

NHL Chicago Blackhawks hockey pucks, each signed on the Blackhawks emblem side in gold ink, “Bobby Hull #9,” and two official NHL Montreal Canadiens hockey pucks, each signed on the Canadiens emblem side in silver ink by Richard. In fine condition. Two of hockey’s greatest all-time icons and both #9s. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

and sizes, each signed and some inscribed by a different Indy 500 winner. Signers are: A. J. Foyt (2), Bobby Unser (2), Mario Andretti, Al Unser (4), Gordon Johncock (2), Johnny Rutherford (3), Rick Mears (4), Tom Sneva, Danny Sullivan, Bobby Rahal, Emerson Fittipaldi (2), Arie Luyendyk (2), Al Unser, Jr. (2), Jacques Villeneuve, and Kenny Brack; three TLS, two signed by Rick Mears and one signed by Al Unser; and a dollar bill, signed in blue felt tip, “Al Unser.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1455. Reggie Jackson. Official Rawlings American League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling, none affecting signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1456. Jaromir Jagr. Official Reebok replica Philadelphia Flyers hockey jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1457. Vic Janowicz. Halfback for the Washington Redskins who played college football at Ohio State University and won the Heisman Trophy in 1950. During training camp in 1956, he suffered a serious brain injury in an automobile accident that left him partially paralyzed and ended his athletic career. Composite print, 8.5 x 11, of a cartoon of Janowicz by Bob Parker in 1981, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some border toning from previous display and a couple of corner creases. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1460. Ban Johnson. Baseball executive (1864–1931) who served as the founder and first president of the American League. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937. TLS signed “B. B. Johnson,” one page, 8.5 x 11, American league letterhead, July 19, 1915.

Letter to T. L. Huston, secretary of the New York Baseball Club. In full: “I enclose you one of the agreements for the purchase of Daniel Tipple. This day I have mailed to Commission headquarters your check of Forty-five Hundred ($4500.)

Dollars together with the agreement. After the document has been approved, Secretary Bruce will mail check to Mr. McGill.” In very good condition, with horizontal fold through signature, uniform toning, a bit heavier to left edge, and a small tack hole to top left. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1461. Michael Jordan. Sports Illustrated magazine, dated November 17, 1986, featuring Jordan on the cover, signed on the front cover in black ink. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1458. Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the two legends posing with the Larry O’Brien Trophy, signed in blue felt tip by Larry Bird and Magic Johnson. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1459. Magic Johnson. Replica Los Angeles

Lakers basketball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in silver ink on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1462. Michael Jordan. Official Sports Specialties Chicago Bulls baseball cap signed in black felt tip on the brim. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1463. Jim Kelly. Replica Buffalo

Bills football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to number.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1468. Jake LaMotta. Classic 20 x 16 cardstock photo of LaMotta knocking Sugar Ray Robinson through the ropes, boldly signed in gold ink, “Jake LaMotta.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1469. Arlie Latham.

1464. Harmon Killebrew. Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot. In very good condition, with some yellowing to signature and a spot of soiling above signature.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1465. Ted Kluszewski. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Kluszewski in his Cincinnati uniform, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1466. Sandy Koufax. Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1467. Mike Krzyzewski. Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Krzyzewski holding the net underneath a 2010 ACC Men’s Basketball Championships banner, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at the time of signing. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Played third base for the pennant winning St. Louis Browns of the American Association, considered a major league during the mid-1880s who died in 1952. Latham was always a showman. In one game, as part of a barn-storming tour in the mid-1880s, Arlie entertained a small crowd of fans by promising after the game was over to leap off a nearby church steeple into a quart bottle of milk. Vintage ink signature, “Arlie Latham,” on an off-white 5 x 2.5 card. Some scattered light soiling and two pencil notations to top corners, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1470. Benny Leonard. Great lightweight

boxing champion of the world, 1917–1925. Vintage pencil signature, “Benny Leonard,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3 slip.

In fine condition, with a vertical fold passing through two letters of signature and some scattered light soiling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1471. Los Angeles Raiders. Official Wilson Raiders football

signed in ballpoint on the brown and white side panels by approximately 60 members of the 1982 Los Angeles Raiders, including Jim Plunkett, Lester Hayes, Matt Millen, Odis McKinney, Dave Dalby, Greg Pruitt, Ray Guy, Van McElroy, Rod Martin, Marc Wilson, Lyle Alzado, Ted Hendricks, Howie Long, Cliff Branch, and Marcus Allen.

In fine condition, with a few signatures a shade or two light and ball slightly underinflated. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1472. Frank Mahovlich. Two hockey

jerseys: official CCM Toronto Maple Leafs replica jersey, and an SP Hall of Fame jersey, both signed on the front in blue felt tip, “Frank Mahovlich 12/18/05.” In fine condition, with small spot to Leafs jersey.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1473. Peyton Manning. Replica Indianapolis Colts football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1477. Mickey Mantle. Color glossy 15 x 19

photo of Mantle posing in his batting stance in his Yankee pinstripes, signed in blue felt tip, “Mickey Mantle H.O.F. 1974.” Double matted and framed with a small plaque to an overall size of 20.25 x 24. In fine condition. Oversized. Precertified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1478. Charlie Manuel. Color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of the Phillies skipper holding the World Series trophy, signed in blue felt tip.

In very fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1474. Mickey Mantle and Joe DiMaggio. Color 17.5 x 23.5 com-

posite print honoring DiMaggio and Mantle, signed in blue felt tip by both Mickey Mantle and Joe DiMaggio.

Framed to an overall size of 18 x 24.25. In fine condition. Oversized.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1479. Billy Martin.

1475. Mickey Mantle. Color

limited edition 21.5 x 26.5 composite print, numbered #121/750, signed in blue felt tip by Mantle.

Also signed in pencil by the artist, Joseph Catalano. Matted and framed to an overall size of 26.5 x 32. In fine condition. Oversized.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1476. Mickey Mantle. Official Rawlings

American League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to ball. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Signed book: Billyball.

First edition. NY: Doubleday, 1987. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.5, 276 pages. Signed on the first free end page, “Best wishes, Billy Martin.” In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to bottom of signed page. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1480. Eddie Mathews. Official

Mitchell & Ness Cooperstown Collection replica Braves baseball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the front, “Eddie Mathews 512 HRs.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1481. Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of Mayweather pointing skyward after a victory, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light curling from previous rolling, a few edge dings and creases, and a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1486. Chris Mullin. Replica Golden State Warriors basketball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back, “Chris Mullin HOF 2011.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1482. Bill Mazeroski. Satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Mazeroski’s historic World Series winning home run in 1960, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1483. Tug McGraw. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of McGraw giving a thumbs up in his Phillies uniform, a supporter on his head, signed in black felt tip. Matted with two baseball cards and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 16 x 12.

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1484. Monday Night Football. Three hard-

cover books: I Never Play ed t he G a m e , signed and inscribed on the title page in black ballpoint, “To Gary, Best Wishes, Howard Cosell”; Tuesday Night Football, signed and inscribed on the first free end page in blue felt tip, “To Gary, Alex Karras”; and The Whole Ten Yards, signed on a bookplate affixed to the first free end page in black felt tip, “Frank Gifford, HOF ’77.” In very good condition, with mild to moderate wear and tear to the dustjackets.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1485. Warren Moon. Replica Houston

Oilers football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1487. Stan Musial. Official Rawlings Adirondack Pro Big Stick Stan Musial model baseball bat signed in blue felt tip on the barrel. In fine condition, a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to knob. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 1488. Rafael Nadal. Signed book: Rafa. First edition, limited edition, this being No. 426 of 500.

NY: Hyperion, 2011. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 250 pages.

Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1489. Joe Namath.

Signed book: Namath.

First edition (with DVD), first printing. NY: RuggedLand, 2006. Hardcover with dustjacket, 9 x 10.25, 320 pages.

Signed on the title page in silver ink, “Joe Namath 12.” In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to signed page. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1490. Ozzie Newsome. Replica

Cleveland Browns football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back, “Ozzie Newsome HOF 99, ‘Wizard of Oz.’” In fine condition, with a slightly fuzzy appearance to signature. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1491. Charles ‘Kid’ Nichols. Hall of Fame

pitcher (1869–1953) who, at the age of 32, became the youngest hurler to win 300 games.

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Charles ‘Kid’ Nichols, Boston national 1890–1901,” on a light green 5 x 2.75 album page. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder grading the autograph “EX–MT 6.” Light toning to lower portion and page affixed to an identical size postcard, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

NY Giants.

Official limited edition Riddell NY Giants football helmet, #283/300, signed in silver ink on the sides by 34 members of the Super Bowl XLII champion Giants. Signers include: Tom Coughlin, Eli Manning, Michael Strahan, Amani Toomer, Brandon Jacobs, Jeff Feagles, Justin Tuck, Kareem McKenzie, Osi Umenyiora, Plaxico Burress, Antonio Pierce, Chris Snee, and R. W. McQuarters. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Steiner.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1496. NY Yankees. Special promotional Daily News print, 11 x 15, for former Yankees appearing at the 1990 Gloria Rothstein Card Show, signed in blue felt tip by Mickey Mantle, Hank Bauer, Moose Skowron, and Enos Slaughter. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1492. Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. 2004 Masters

golf flag, 17.5 x 13, signed in black felt tip on the front by Arnold Palmer and in blue felt tip by Jack Nicklaus. In fine condition, with a couple light brushes and feathering to Nicklaus’s signature and a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

1493. Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. Original program

Ballpoint signatures, “Geo W. Pipgras,” and “Bob Meusel,” on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association National Awards Dinner, held on February 21, 1967, 7.25 x 10.5, two pages. Signed inside under their images in ballpoint and felt tip by Nicklaus and Palmer.

Opposite page bears a signature and inscription of another attendee.

Some soiling to back cover and a central vertical crease, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1498. Davey O’Brien. College

Football Hall of Famer (1917–1977) and 1938 Heisman Trophy winner who played college football at Texas Christian University. Ballpoint signature, “David O’Brien, 2/26/74,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1494. Jack Nicklaus. Signed book: My

Story. First edition, first printing. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1997. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 505 pages.

Signed on the first free end page in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to bottom of signed page. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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1497. NY Yankees: Meusel and Pipgras.

1499.

Buddy O’Connor. Two time

Stanley Cup champion who played for the Montreal Canadiens and New York Rangers (1916–1977). Vintage ink signature, “Buddy O’Connor,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard (postmarked 1/10/49). Some scattered light toning and postal cancellations around signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1504. Manny Pacquiao. White boxing trunks signed in black felt tip on the front. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1500. Apolo Ohno. Sports Illustrated magazine, dated February 4, 2002, featuring Ohno on the cover, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1505. Manny Pacquiao. Team Pacquiao

red and white left-handed boxing glove signed in black felt tip on the top. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1501. Olympic Gold Medalists. FDC with a

metallic cachet honoring the Sokol Centennial, signed in ink and felt tip by seven gold medalists including Bob Mathias, Mark Spitz, Rafer Johnson, Debbie Meyer, and Jim Ryan. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1502.

Olympic Gymnasts. Color

satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of the Magnificent Seven 1996 US Gold Medal-winning Olympic Gymnastics team, signed in silver ink by six. Signers are: Amanda Borden, Shannon Miller, Dominique Moceanu, Amy Chow, Kerri Strug, and Jaycie Phelps. Rolled and in fine condition, with a bit of a grainy appearance.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1503. Jesse Owens.

Glossy 7.75 x 10 photo of Owens bolting out of the starting blocks, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Chris—My best to you always. Jesse Owens ‘36 Olympics.” Trimmed right edge, some light creases, and some intersecting creases inherent to original, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1506. Manny Pacquiao. Color

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Pacquiao gazing skyward before a bout, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1507. Manny Pacquiao. Color

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Pacquiao pummeling David Diaz, signed in silver ink. In very fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

1508. Manny Pacquiao. Team Pacquiao left-handed 18-ounce boxing glove signed in black felt tip on the top. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to glove. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1509. Manny Pacquiao. Color 8 x 10 laserprint photo of Pacquiao before a bout, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1510. Vance Page. Former

baseball player for the Chicago Cubs (1905–1951) who died from injuries after falling off a roof. Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5 candid photoof Vance warming up before a game, signed vertically in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a few light creases and surface marks and a bit of irregular ink adhesion. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1515. Walter Payton. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Payton running the ball up the field, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner, as well as a second label. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1516. Walter Payton. Color 8 x 10 cardstock photo of the front of a Wheaties box featuring Payton, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner, as well as a second label. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1511. Satchel Paige. Clipped 3.75 x 3.75 original artist’s portrait of Paige sketched in pencil, and signed by Paige in black ballpoint. Photo is affixed to an identical size piece of cardboard. In very good condition, with two horizontal creases through image. This is an original work of art—from a collection of original ‘baseball card’ art—each being unique and never mass-produced. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1512. Rafael Palmeiro. Two official

Rawlings Major League baseballs, each signed on the sweet spot in blue ballpoint by Palmeiro, adding his career home runs to one and career hits to the other. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1513. Arnold Palmer. Two identical color satin-finish 8 x 10 photos of Palmer completing a vigorous swing, both signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Arnold Palmer.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1514. Joe Paterno. Signed book: The Paterno Legacy. Collector’s edition of 1000 copies (This being No. 339). Birmingham, Alabama: Epic Sports, 1997. Hardcover, 9.25 x 12.25, 175 pages.

Signed on a special limitations page affixed to the first free end page.

In fine condition, with a clipped dustjacket. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1517. Richard Petty.

Original acrylic painting

by Ray Waddey, canvas stretched over a wooden frame, 29.5 x 24, depicting Petty’s #43 car on the track, signed in black felt tip, “Richard Petty 43,” and also signed by Waddey. Framed to an overall size of 35 x 29.

In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1518. Philadelphia Phillies. Collection of

27 Great Phillies Moments collectors cards, 3.5 x 5.5, 15 of which are signed on the reverse in black ballpoint by the respective player(s) pictured. Signers are: Rich Ashburn, Mike Schmidt, Del Ennis and Dick Sisler, Art Mahaffey, Jim Bunning and Tony Taylor, Robin Roberts (3), Del Unser, Andy Seminick, Bo Diaz and Smoky Burgess, Larry Bowa, Bobby Wine, and Granny Hamner, Del Ennis, Tony Taylor and Cookie Rojas, Jim Bunning and Chris Short, and Richie Ashburn, Tony Gonzalez, and Garry Maddox. In fine condition, with some light haloing to signatures. Cards come with their original presentation holder. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Uncommon high school diploma signed by Negro League great Cum Posey 1519. Cum Posey. DS, signed “C. W. Posey,” one page, 10 x 8, May 21, 1943.

Homestead [Pennsylvania] High School diploma issued to Albert Stephen Bodnar and signed by Posey as one of the school’s nine directors. In fine condition, with uniform light toning and a couple of faint creases. Accompanied by the original presentation folder. Posey is among the rarest of all Hall of Fame signatures. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1523. Cal Ripken, Jr. Official

1520. Marcel Pronovost. Two hockey jerseys: A replica CCM

Heritage Toronto Maple Leafs ‘sweater,’ signed on the front in blue felt tip; and a Puckmaster Heritage Detroit Red Wings ‘sweater,’ signed on the front in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with expected light skipping to signatures due to nature of material. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Cal Ripken, Jr., 2632 consecutive games.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In very fine condition.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA, grading the ball, autograph and overall condition a “9” each. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1524. Cal Ripken, Jr. Official Rawlings

Major League baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1525. Mariano Rivera. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1526. Robin Roberts. Official Rawlings 1521. Jerry Rice and Joe Montana. Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of the legendary 49ers combination on the field, signed in blue felt tip by Joe Montana and Jerry Rice. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, adding “Whiz Kids,” and “HOF 76,” on the side panels above and below signature. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1527. Jackie Robinson. Vintage 5.25 x 7.25 book photo,

signed and inscribed in pencil “To Warren from Jackie Robinson.” Double matted and framed with the adjoining page to an overall size of 17.25 x 13.25. In fine condition, with a mild shade of overall toning and a split along hinge. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1528. Sugar Ray Robinson.

1531. Pete Rose. Glossy 16 x 20 photo of Rose sliding into home as Ted Simmons blocks the plate, signed in blue felt tip, “Pete Rose Safe.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage glossy 5 x 7 publicity photo of Robinson assuming a pugilistic pose, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “Best wishes to ‘Will,’ Sugar Ray Robinson.” In fine condition, with a few light spots of soiling.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1529. Jack Root. Boxer (1876– 1963) who was the first light heavyweight champion of the world and is now one of the newest members of the Boxing Hall of Fame. Easter greeting tag, 3.5 x 2.25, with a color image of lilies on the left side, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Dear Farmer & Marge, Healthy Ester [sic] to you both, Sincerely, Jack Root.” Diagonal separation to bottom portion, trivially touching first stroke of signature, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1530. Pete Rose and Nolan Ryan. Official Wilson Major League baseball signed in black ballpoint on the side panels by Pete Rose, Nolan Ryan, and Joe Morgan. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to ball. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1532. Pete Rose.

Glossy 20 x 16 photo of Rose at the plate at Wrigley Field, signed in blue felt tip, “Pete Rose 4191.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1533. Pete Rose. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on a side panel, “I’m sorry I bet on baseball. Pete Rose.” In fine condition, with a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to ball. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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The ‘Bambino’ signs a firstedition copy of his memoirs 1534. Babe Ruth. Signed book: The Babe Ruth Story. First edition. NY: E. P. Dutton and Co., 1948. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.25, 250 pages.

Signed on the half-title page in fountain pen, “Babe Ruth.” Uniform toning to signed page and remaining pages, loose, but intact hinges, owner’s signature to first free-end page and dedication page, scattered soiling to covers, and wear, fraying, and toning to spine, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence.

Despite the physical flaws of the book, a nicely presented signature from the absolute twilight of Ruth’s career, as he would pass away in August of 1948. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

1535. Andy Russell. Replica Pittsburgh Steelers football jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to number. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1536. Nolan Ryan. Color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of a bloody Ryan on the mound for the Texas Rangers, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a few scattered creases. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1537. Nolan Ryan. Limited edition official Rawlings American League ‘stat’ baseball, #418/1000, signed in ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Nolan

Ryan HOF 99,” with Ryan adding his career statistics to all four side panels of the ball, including “324 Wins,” and “The Ryan Express.” In fine condition, with a couple spots of trivial toning. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from reggiejackson.com, as well as its original box and cloth bag. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1538. San Francisco Giants.

1543. Eddie Shore. Hockey

Two programs from the Sarazen World Open Championship from 1994 and 1997, both 8.5 x 11, and both signed on the cover in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light edge creasing to front cover of 1997 program. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1544. George Sisler. ALS signed “George,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, December 30, 1958. Letter to “Old Folks.” In full: “Thanks for your card. I see you on television with your cane. Glad to see you can still get around. When you are in Florida or Pittsburgh be sure to say ‘Hello.’ Happy New Year.” A diagonal crease to top right and scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Hall of Famer (1902–1985) who was the only NHL defenseman to win the Hart Trophy as MVP four times. Vintage ink signature, “Eddie Shore,” on an off-white 3 x 2.25 card. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Color 20 x 28 composite print entitled ‘The Pride of San Francisco,’ signed in pencil by Barry Bonds, Bobby Bonds, and Willie Mays.

Rolled and in fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1539. Gene Sarazen.

1540. Max Schmeling. Vintage matte-

finish 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a crease to the top left corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1541. Mike Schmidt. Color glossy 20 x 16 photo of Schmidt preparing to bat, signed in blue felt tip, “Mike Schmidt, 3x NL MVP.” In very fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner as well as a Major League Baseball hologram.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1542. ‘Sailor’ Tom Sharkey.

Heavyweight boxer (1873-1953) whose career spanned from 18931904, who lost a 25-round fight to James Jeffries in 1899. Jeffries always claimed that Sharkey gave him his hardest fights stating that Sharkey was the roughest, toughest, and bravest man he ever fought.

Vintage pencil signature, “Yours truly, Tom Sharkey,” on an off-white 5.75 x 2.5 album page. In fine condition, with some mild edge toning.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1545. Emmitt Smith. Official

Wilson NFL football signed in black felt tip on a side panel. Expected light skipping, signature a shade or two light, and ball underinflated, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1546. Sports: Hall of Famers.

Program for the 2nd Annual Don Drysdale Hall of Fame Golf Classic, 1989, 8.5 x 11, signed throughout in ink by 38, with most all being Hall of Famers in their respective sports. Signers are: Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, Don Drysdale, Whitey Ford, Ernie Banks, Red Kelly, Bobby Anderson, Eddie Acaro, Rick Barry, Andy Bathgate, Chuck Bednarik, Bob Davies, Glenn Davis, Tom Fears, Al Kaline, Ralph Kiner, Jack Kramer, Johnny Lujack (ins), Willie McCovey, Frank Mahovlich, Don Maynard, Del Miller, Marion Motley (ins), Ray Nitschke, Andy Phillip, Dennis Ralston, Brooks Robinson, Duke Snider, Jim Taylor, Paul Warfield, Buddy Rogers, Sid Gillman, Otto Graham, Bobby Hull, Gale Sayers, Bob Cousy, Frank Albert, ‘Boom-Boom’ Geoffrion, and John Havlicek.

In very good condition, with light creasing, scattered mild soiling, and rubbing to the cover, and haloing to Banks’ signature on the cover.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1547. Duke Snider. Glossy 20 x 16 photo of Snider leaping for joy in the outfield after a World Series victory, signed in blue felt tip, “Duke Snider HOF 80.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1552. Payne Stewart. Pro Set official

PGA Tour 1991 trading card, 2.5 x 3.5, signed and inscribed on the front in blue felt tip, “To David, Payne Stewart.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1548. Gene Stanlee. Profes-

sional wrestler, born Eugene Stanley Zygowicz, (1917–2005), known by his nickname, ‘Mr. America.’

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To my friend, Doc Austell, Best of wishes, Gene Stanlee.” Scattered creases and surface marks, several minor edge tears, surface loss and mounting remnants to top right, and light curling to horizontal edges, otherwise very good condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1549. Barney Stanley. Mem-

ber of the Hockey Hall of Fame (1893–1971). Ballpoint signature, “Best wishes, Barney Stanley,” on a 5 x 3 card. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1550. Casey Stengel. Vintage

glossy 7 x 9 photo of Stengel resting his chin on the edge of the batting cage before a Yankees game, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface marks and creases.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1553. Ichiro Suzuki. Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Suzuki rounding the bases, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1554. Lawrence Taylor. Color satin-finish

20 x 16 photo of Taylor attempting to sack Joe Theismann, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1555. Joe Theismann. Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Theismann on the Notre Dame sideline with Ara Parsegian, signed in blue felt tip, “Joe Theismann #7, Go Irish!” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1551. Payne Stewart. American golfer (1957–1999) who won three major tournaments before dying of hypoxia when the Learjet on which he was flying gradually lost cabin pressure, killing all six aboard, and crashed, unmanned, in a field in South Dakota. Ink signature, “Payne Stewart,” on an off-white 8.5 x 5.5 sheet, with a collector’s pencil notation to top edge. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1556. Y. A. Tittle. Satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of a bloody Tittle kneeling on the field after a game against the Steelers, signed in blue felt tip “Y. A. Tittle, HOF 71.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1560. Ted Williams. Color

glossy 16 x 20 photo of Williams hanging out at the batting cage before a game, signed in blue felt tip. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 23.5 x 28. In very fine condition, with PSA/DNA and Green Diamond authentication labels affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, as well as a certificate of authenticity from Green Diamond Sports. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1557. Mike Tyson. Everlast left-handed 16-ounce boxing glove signed in black felt tip on the top. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1561. Ted Williams. Color

glossy 8 x 10 photo of Williams taking a practice swing, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Lenny, Best, Ted Williams.” In fine condition, with slight contrast to the signature against a darker area of the image. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1558. Mike Tyson. Color glossy

8 x 10 photo of Tyson in his prime, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1562. Tiger Woods. Color

1559. Ted Williams.

Quote presentation, 8.5 x 11, featuring four quotes regarding Williams from Paul Richards, Whitey Ford, Allie Reynolds, and Jim Lemon, and featuring a Williams trading card in the upper right, signed in blue felt tip by Williams.

Matted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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limited edition satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Woods proudly showing off his 2008 U. S. Open trophy, #96/100, signed in blue felt tip on a special area. Photo is presented in its original Upper Deck folder and is accompanied by the original shipping envelope. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1563. Tiger Woods. Felt tip signature and inscription,

“To Carey, Tiger Woods,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Tiger commemorates his 2000 US Open victory 1564. Tiger Woods. Limited edition Pebble Beach 100th US Open golf flag, 22.5 x 13.5, #53/500, signed in black felt tip on the front. Nicely matted and framed, with two photos of Woods from the tournament, to an overall size of 31.5 x 21.5. In fine condition, with an Upper Deck hologram affixed to flag. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Upper Deck as well as an Upper Deck Pencam CD-Rom. This win would be the first of Woods’s four majors in a row, often regarded as the pinnacle of his career.

Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1565. James Worthy. Replica Los Angeles

Lakers basketball jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in silver ink on the number on the back. In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to number. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1566. Wrestling. Official

souvenir program from the WWE Raw/Smackdown show, Volume 2, 2008, 9 x 13, signed inside in ink and felt tip by 58, most with their ‘character’ names, almost all signing on their inside images. Signers are: John Cena, Shawn Michaels, Vickie Guerrero, Teddy Long, Tiffany, CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, MVP, Chris Jericho, Mr. Kennedy, The Great Khali, Mark Henry, Kane, John Morrison, Shelton Benjamin, Mickie James, Beth Phoenix, Chavo Guerrero, Hornswoggle, Festus, Jesse, Kofi Kingston, Santino Morella, Kelly Kelly, Zack Ryder, Curt Hawkins, Ted Dibiase, Jr.(2), Cody Rhodes, Vladimir Kozlov, Michelle McCool, Maryse, Cryme Tyme JTG and Shad, Natalya, Victoria, Paul Burchill, Katie Lee Burchill, Evan Bourne, Layla, Tommy Dreamer, Shannon Moore, Jimmy Wang Yang, Brian Kendrick, Gregory Helms, Ricky Ortiz, Paul London (ins), Matt Striker, DH Smith, Alicia Fox, Ron Simmons, Funaki, Deuce, Hacksaw Jim Duggan, Justin Roberts, Jim Ross, Tony Chimel, and one other. In fine condition, with expected handling wear, some light cover creases, and a couple of loose pages. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1567. Wrestling. Black Everlast weight belt, size small, signed in

silver ink by eight wrestling greats, including Killer Kowalski, George “The Animal” Steele, Jerry “The King” Lawler, Gary Hart, and Tony Atlas. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1568.

Wrestling. WWE 2007 One Night Stand Pay-PerView standard-size folding chair, signed on the cushion and back rest in silver ink by 23 participants.

Signers are: Chris Benoit, John Cena, CM Punk, Randy Orton, Khali, Bobby Lashley, Melina, Candice, Shelton Benjamin, Charlie Haas, Tommy Dreamer, Elijah Burke, Matt Striker, Marcus Cor Von, Rob Van Dam, Chris Masters, Kevin Thorn, Carlito, Trevor Murdoch, Lance Cade, Kenny, Balls Mahoney, and Maria. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from WWE. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1569. Wrestling. WWE 2006 Backlash Pay-Per-View standardsize folding chair, signed on the cushion and back rest in silver ink by 21 participants. Signers are: Triple H, John Cena, Shawn Michaels, Edge, Rob Van Dam, Umaga, Mickey, Victoria, Maria, Shane McMahon, Mitch, Matt Striker, Johnny, Eugene, Kane, Nicky, Kenny, Viscera, Snitsky, Mickie James, and Shelton Benjamin. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from WWE. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1570. Wrestling. Color 27 x 39

promotional poster for the 2008 Great American Bash Pay-PerView event, signed in silver ink by 21 participants: Triple H, Umaga (gold ink), The Miz, John Morrison, CM Punk, Hornswoggle, Michelle, Cherry, MVP, Eve, Mickie James, Beth Phoenix, Matt Striker, Mr. Kennedy, Brooklyn Brawler, Hawkins, Zach Ryder, Festus, Cody Rhodes, Eve, and Kofi Kingston. Scattered creases and dings to edges, otherwise fine condition. Rolled.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from WWE. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Legends of the squared circle including Andre, Gorilla, Bruno, Maivia, and Flair 1572. Wrestling. Vintage ball-

point signatures of 22 wrestlers and managers from the WWWF in the late 1970s on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet.

Each has signed on a line with their name typed underneath. Signers are: Bob Backlund, Ivan Koloff, Peter Maivia, Chief Jay Strongbow, Tony Garea, Larry Zbysco, Dino Bravo, Dominic DeNucci, Ernie Ladd, Baron Mikel Scicluna, Crusher Blackwell, Superstar Billy Graham, Bruno Sammartino, Andre the Giant, Ric Flair, Lou Albano, Freddie Blassie, The Grand Wizard, Gorilla Monsoon, The Yukon Lumberjacks, and Crazy Luke Graham. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1573. Carl Yastrzemski. Official

Rawlings American League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot. Some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1571. Wrestling. Vintage program from the September 25, 1978, WWWF wrestling card at Madison Square Garden, 7.5 x 10.5, signed inside and on the covers by 38 wrestlers and managers, some signing more than once, and a couple adding brief inscriptions. Signers include: Andre the Giant (ins), Bruno Sammartino, Lou Albano, The Grand Wizard, Bob Backlund, Superstar Billy Graham, Dino Bravo, Ivan Koloff, Peter Maivia, Dusty Rhodes, Freddie Blassie, Haystack Calhoun, and Crusher Blackwell. Central vertical crease, expected handling wear, and notations inside from the original owner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1574. Steve Yzerman. Official CCM

replica Detroit Red Wings hockey jersey, with sewn on letters and numbers, signed in black felt tip on the number on the back. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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