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Take your place next to JFK, Jackie, and Lee Harvey Oswald The significance of, and interest in this auction continues to grow. We currently have JFK’s personal rosary, one of Jackie’s designer dresses, Lee Harvey’s Oswald’s wedding band, and other exceptional lots. There’s time and room to add your JFK-related artifacts to our live October auction which will be held in Boston. For a free appraisal of your consignment materials, email Bob Eaton at Bob.Eaton@RRAuction.com or call (603) 732-4280.
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Contents Presidents & First Ladies ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7 Notables ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������34 Sanitary Fair ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������72 Military ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������82 Space & Aviation �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������90 Art & Literature ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������106 Comic Art & Animation ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 129 Classic Music �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 136 Contemporary & Modern Music ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������141 Classic Entertainment ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������169 Marlon Brando ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 202 Sports �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������207 Old West, Gangsters, & Mobsters ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 225 Terms & Conditions ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 302
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presidents & first ladies
Stunning handwritten letter from Washington at the start of his second term as president, holding a place for Tobias Lear’s return as his private secretary 1. George Washington. Beautifully penned and highly desirable ALS as president, signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 7.25 x 7, Philadelphia, June 16, 1793. Letter to Miles Merwin. In full: “Your letter of the 13th inst. came duly to hand. I thank you for making a tender of your services to me to supply the place of Mr. Lear. At present I have no intention of adding any one to my family for this purpose. I am—Sir, Your very Hble Servt.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, slightly trimmed edges (impinging on one word of text and the tail of Washington’s signature), and light show-through from a docketing notation on reverse, done in an unknown hand.
Having served as Washington’s personal secretary and right-hand man since 1784, Tobias Lear decided to leave his post at the beginning of the president’s second term in 1793. He started T. Lear & Company, focused on land speculation in Washington, DC, and the promotion of river traffic to the soon-to-be nation’s capitol with Washington’s Potomac Company; unfortunately, the venture quickly proved unsuccessful, leading to immense financial difficulties that would continue to plague Lear for the remainder of his life. When Miles Merwin, former teacher at the Friends’ Latin School in Philadelphia and instructor of Martha’s grandson George Washington Parke Custis, wrote to Washington offering his “services…to supply the place of Mr. Lear,” the president showed his loyalty to his former secretary, rejecting the offer with this letter—he left the position open, and Lear returned the following year, remaining until Washington’s death in 1797. An incredibly scarce and beautifully penned letter from the hand of the America’s first president, holding a place for his much-beloved Mr. Lear. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 3
2. Thomas Jefferson.
Ink franking signature as president, “Free, Th: Jefferson, Pr. US,” on an offwhite 2.5 x 1 slip clipped from a free frank. Mounted to a slightly larger slip, then matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 11.75 x 17. Image above is larger than actual size. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and some scattered toning and soiling, slightly affecting the beginning of the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
In a bold and crisp handwritten letter, Jefferson aims to appease his University of Virginia sculptors via a family reunion 3. Thomas Jefferson. Boldly
penned ALS signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 7.75 x 3.5, Monticello, February 15, 1820. Letter to John Vaughan. In full: “I yesterday took the liberty of inclosing a draft for 400.D. with a request to remit it to Mr Appleton, and promised by the ensuing mail to send the letters of advice for him as to it’s [sic] disposition. This I now do, and therefore pray you to forward them to him with the remittance, and repeat to you my affectionate and respectful salutations.” Reverse is docketed and bears a partial cut-off franking signature to lower right. Intersecting folds, show-through from docketing on reverse, and light toning to borders, otherwise fine condition. Looking for sculptors to carve the Ionic and Corinthian capitals for the construction of the University of Virginia campus, Jefferson consulted with Thomas Appleton, the U.S. Consul General in Leghorn, Italy. Appleton recommended two sculptors: Michele and Giacomo Raggi. They arrived in 1819 on a three-year contract. ‘The two Raggis are now at work with us,’ wrote Jefferson to Appleton. ‘They could not in the beginning break themselves at once to the great differences of habits-manners, living, & language here from those to which they had been habituated all their lives,’ but were now ‘much more contented’ only that they missed their wives. Here, Jefferson sends four hundred dollars to Appleton via Vaughn ‘for the purpose of bringing their wives over.’ After the women declined to make the journey, the sculptors wished to back out of their contract. Displeased, Jefferson wrote a pointed letter to Michele, writing that after 15 months ‘we have nothing to shew but a single Ionic capitel [sic], and an unfinished Corinthian.’ A fine letter epitomizing Jefferson’s love of architecture and commitment to the University of Virginia. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
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Jefferson appoints a Rhode Island supervisor to enforce the historic and controversial Whisky Tax 4. Thomas Jefferson. Superbly signed LS, as secretary of state, signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 7 x 8, Philadelphia, March 4, 1791. Letter appointing a supervisor for the District of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations on behalf of President George Washington. In full: “The President of the United States desiring to avail the public of your services as Supervisor for the District of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, I have now the honor of enclosing you the Commission, and of expressing to you the sentiments of perfect esteem which I am, Sir, Your most obedient and most humble Servant.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, with a slight separation along one edge of horizontal fold, and some mild edge toning. John Singer Dexter (not addressed by name in this letter) was appointed Supervisor for the District of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations by President Washington at a crucial time in the new nation’s history. The day prior to his appointment, March 3, 1791, Congress passed the Excise Act—also known as the Whisky Tax—imposing substantial duties on domestically distilled spirits. As Supervisor, one of Dexter’s main responsibilities would be to oversee the collection of this tax, a task that would prove quite difficult. This was the first time that the federal government had levied a tax on a domestic product, and naturally faced immediate resistance. Over the next three years, outbreaks of opposition increased, culminating in the Whisky Rebellion in 1794 during which Washington quickly raised an army to march on a violent insurrection, successfully ending it and demonstrating that the new government had both the willingness and ability to suppress violent resistance to its laws. Along with its relevance to a historic and controversial piece of legislation, this letter holds one of the finest Jefferson signatures we have seen—crisp and bold, a highly desirable piece! Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
5. James Monroe. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 9.5, April 10, 1824. President Monroe grants Pascal P. Enos 80 acres of land in Illinois. Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. In very good condition, with five vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, handwritten portions a shade or two light, and some light toning along folds. The white wafer seal is worn, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Protecting American trade vessels during the War of 1812 6. James Monroe.
Printed war-dated DS, signed “Jas. Monroe” as Secretary of State one page, 6.25 x 7.25, August 28, 1812. A printed circular titled “Additional Instruction to the Public and Private Armed Vessels of the United States.” In full: “The public and private armed vessels of the United States are not to interrupt any vessels belonging to the citizens of the United States coming from British ports to the United States laden with British merchandize, in consequence of the alledged [sic] repeal of the British Orders in Council, but are on the contrary to give aid and assistance to the same; in order that such vessels and their cargoes may be dealt with on their arrival as may be decided by the competent authorities. By command of the President of the United States of America.” Double-matted and framed with a 19th-century engraving to an overall size of 17.25 x 13.25. In very good condition, with horizontal folds, a few tiny tears and minor wrinkles, and uneven toning to left portion of document touching first name and half of last name. The signature is bold, dark, and otherwise unaffected. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
7. John Quincy Adams. Partially printed
vellum DS, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 15.25 x 9.5, August 1, 1827. A document granting to Thomas R. Keith a 160-acre parcel of land at Tallahassee. The paper seal remains intact at lower left. In fine condition, with light intersecting folds, and handwritten portions of the document just a shade light. The paper seal is crisp and intact. The bold signature, exceptionally fresh and appealing appearance, and scarcity of Florida-related documents of such early date combine to render the present item a most outstanding example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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On his road to the presidency, Jackson defends his protégée, Sam Houston: “he believed it had been through the influence of Colo Williams of the Senate (who is his enemy) that his account was suspended, that Genl Houston might appear a public defaulter” 8. Andrew Jackson. ALS, one
page, 8 x 10, Hermitage, May 2, 1822. Letter to Secretary of War John C. Calhoun. In part: “I have the pleasure to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 6th ult, advising me, that the account of Genl Houston for pay re as first Lt. of Infantry enclosed by me to Colo Gadsden to be laid before you was ordered to be paid, this is gratifying to me, as I believed it to be just & well founded in law, and the Genl, tho poor, is one of those noble minded fellows, that in a military capacity will always deserve well of his country—& his feelings were sore, as he believed it had been through the influence of Colo Williams of the Senate (who is his enemy) that his account was suspended, that Genl Houston might appear a public defaulter. I take the liberty of enclosing a letter to Genl Gadsden with a request that you will have the goodness to hand it to him if in the city.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 14.25 In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a few small separations, and some toning along horizontal folds. After gaining the admiration of Andrew Jackson during the War of 1812, Sam Houston began his political career under the future president’s wing. Aware of Houston’s relationship with the Cherokees (he had spent years living with the tribe on Hiwassee Island, learning their language and finding an adoptive family there), Jackson appointed him the Indian Sub-Agent in 1817. When asked to accompany a delegation of Cherokees to Washington to meet President Monroe and Secretary of War John C. Calhoun the following year, Houston arrived in traditional Cherokee garb, enraging Calhoun. After receiving a serious reprimand, followed by pointed inquiries questioning his administration of supplies for the Native Americans, an offended Houston resigned from his position; a lifelong rivalry between the two men had begun. Houston remained close with Jackson, and as a newly elected representative for Tennessee in 1822, was one of his staunchest supporters in his campaign for the presidency. This letter to Calhoun shows Jackson’s kind regards for his long-time friend, as well as an explanation of Houston’s occasionally prickly demeanor: “his feelings were sore, as he believed it had been through the influence of Colo Williams of the Senate (who is his enemy) that his account was suspended.” The same year, Jackson would unseat their “enemy” Senator John Williams of Tennessee, deepening the feud. A remarkable letter with several interesting connections in Jackson’s pre-presidential career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 7
“I have no recollection of having made any such remarks to them touching the Wilmot Proviso”
9. Andrew Jackson.
Bold franking signature, “Free Andrew Jackson,” on an address panel trimmed to a size of 5.5 x 1 slip postmarked Washington City, May 14.” Cloth-matted and framed with a color image of Jackson to an overall size of 11 x 16. In fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
12. Zachary Taylor. LS
10. Andrew Jackson. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 9.25, November 15, 1830. President Jackson grants John Sheriden of Indiana a parcel of land in Indianapolis “containing sixty seven Acres.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Jackson and countersigned by Elijah Hayward. Affixed paper seal remains present with two cracks. Mounted and matted with an engraved portrait of Jackson to an overall size of 18 x 24. Slight separations to intersecting folds, moderate overall wrinkling, and heavy paper loss to the upper right, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 8.75 x 10.75, August 26, 1848. Letter to Mr. E. W. Lincoln, marked “private,” at the top. In full: “I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your friendly communication of the 10th instant, and of the accompanying newspaper slips. In reply, I have to inform you that it is true that I was visited during the last winter by a Committee of gentlemen requesting me in behalf of the Legislature of Mississippi to visit that body during its Session; but I have to add, that I have no recollection of having made any such remarks to them touching the Wilmot Proviso, as those attributed to me in the Massachusetts Spy. In regard to its statements about my intemperance, etc etc I have simply to say that they are too frivolous and absurd to be noticed, and that I hope that my friends will not regard them. With my best wishes for yr. prosperity through life.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Col. Taylor approves extra duty for his Fort Crawford men on a large muster roll 11. Zachary Taylor. Partly-printed DS, signed “Z. Taylor, Col. Cmg,” one page, 21 x 16.5, May 1835. A “Muster Roll of Non-Commissioned Officers 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) 8 | June 19, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES
A stay of execution for “murder on the High Seas” 13. John Tyler. Manuscript DS as president, one
page, 9.25 x 13.75, July 9, 1844. Document reads, in part: “Whereas…David Babe alias William Brown, was convicted of murder on the High Seas, and sentenced to be hung on the seventh day of March 1844 from which sentence four respites have been granted him…And whereas divers good and sufficient reasons have been suggested for further postponing the execution of said sentence—Now, therefore, I, John Tyler, President of the United States of America…have further respited, and do hereby further respite the execution of the said David Babe alias William Brown, until the first Friday in June 1845.” Signed at the conclusion by Tyler and countersigned by Secretary of State John C. Calhoun. Double-matted with a portrait of Tyler to an overall size of 22.5 x 19. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a few areas of toning to edges. The paper seal is crisp and intact. Research indicates that Brown was eventually pardoned by President Polk. Such highly important stays are seldom seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Appointing the Consul of Austria for the port of San Francisco
Writing to his Secretary of War who would soon become the Confederate president 15. Franklin Pierce. ALS signed
14. Millard Fillmore. Partly-printed DS as president, one page,
15.5 x 12.5, July 14, 1857. President Fillmore appoints Samuel John Gower “Consul of Austria for the port of San Francisco, in the State of California.” Signed at the conclusion by Fillmore and countersigned by Secretary of State Daniel Webster. Intersecting folds, tape repair to reverse of one vertical fold, as well as some mild paper loss, a horizontal fold through signature, mounting remnant along reverse top edge, and a uniform shade of toning, otherwise very good condition. The paper seal is crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
as president, “Fr. Pierce,” one page, 5 x 7.5, no date. Letter to Secretary of War Jefferson Davis. In full: “This note will be handed to you by Genl. G.W. Cullum with whom I served in Congress for several years prior to 1841. My personal regard for him leads me to feel a lively interest in whatever concerns his fortunes.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, toning along top edge and corners, and a mounting remnant to reverse top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“Vessels belonging to the Bahama Islands, with crews of colored persons, have been purposely wrecked on the coast of Florida, and the crews sold as slaves” 16. James Buchanan.
LS, three pages, lightlylined on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 13.5, July 15, 1845. Letter written to Thomas Douglas, Attorney of the US for the Eastern District of Florida. In part: “In more than one instance during the last fifteen years vessels belonging to the Bahama Islands, with crews of colored persons, have been purposely wrecked on the coast of Florida, and the crews sold as slaves. Mr. Pakenham particularly refers to three cases—‘The Three Sisters,’ ‘The Alexander,’ and the Sloop ‘Jane’—as vessels which are most generally believed, at the Bahama Islands, to have been feloniously destroyed, and suggests to this Government the propriety of taking such steps as may appear to be right and necessary to ascertain the particulars, and secure the ends of justice in these cases. I have accordingly to request that you will institute a most strict and careful inquiry into the facts and circumstances of these several cases, with the view of obtaining all the information necessary to a full and perfect understanding of them...on examination, that there are sufficient grounds for the reports in question,—that you will immediately adopt such measures...to secure the ends of justice and vindicate the violated laws.” In fine condition. Accompanied by two additional letters, one from William Hendricks, dated January 31, 1832, to Douglas and mentioning East Florida Judge J. L. Smith; and one from Arthur Read, dated October 25, 1840, to Douglas, his father-in-law. Although the United States and Great Britain had been cooperating in patrols to suppress the international slave trade, which had been legally abolished by both in the early 1800s, several related incidents continued to cause tension between the two nations. Beginning in 1818, when the British ruled that any slave brought to the Bahamas from outside the British West Indies would be manumitted, countless American ships were forced to dock there—both by the Royal Navy and by revolting slaves on board—and free any slaves who were on board. (By 1842, the US had lost nearly 450 slaves in this manner.) Increasingly dependent on slave labor, this caused significant concern in the States. In response, Americans were said to be intentionally wrecking ships off the coast of Florida and forcing any black crew members into slavery once on land—the precise issue at hand in this letter from recently appointed Secretary of State James Buchanan. An interesting letter dealing with one of the most contentious issues in history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Vouching for a constituent “highly recommended by many of the leading Democrats of the State” 17. James Buchanan. ALS, one page, 8 x 10, Washington, May 2, 1846. Letter of recom-
mendation. In part: “The bearer hereof, Isaac Angnez…is highly recommended by many of the leading Democrats of the State. I understand you require some extra clerks & if you could give him temporary employment for a few weeks, I should consider it a personal favor. He is a very worthy man.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Torn between voting for his own beliefs or those of his constituents, Senator Buchanan declares “that the public will ought to be obeyed by the public servant, or he ought to resign his trust” 18. James Buchanan. Significant LS, three
pages both sides, 8 x 10, March 12, 1836. Letter to the Democratic Association of the Fourth Ward, Spring Garden. In part: “I have, this moment, received the Resolution...that in case the Legislature of Pennsylvania should instruct their Senators to vote against Colonel Benton’s expunging Resolution, we should not, under any circumstances, recognise this instruction. Entertaining, as I do, the highest respect both for your patriotism & your judgment, it is with unaffected regret that I feel myself constrained to dissent from this opinion. There are some political principles of a character so sacred, that we ought never even to think of sacrificing them at the shrine of expediency. You will agree with me that of these, no one deserves to occupy a higher rank than, that the public will ought to be obeyed by the public servant, or he ought to resign his trust...If the power of the General Government, united with the well deserved popularity of General Jackson, could scarcely make head against it, what will be our condition in Pennsylvania with a state administration devoted to its interests?...I shall never consent to consider the present as a question of mere expediency; but if I were, I should unhesitatingly declare it to be my conviction, that the party to which I am proud to belong, would lose more—much more—by my abandonment of one of its essential principles, than they would gain by my vote in favor of the expunging resolutions...To obey or resign is, then, my fixed determination. Should I adopt the former course, I shall declare at the time I give my vote, that I do it merely as an agent in obedience to Legislative instructions, and against my own opinion.” The extract mentioned by Buchanan is included, two pages, both sides, written in an unknown hand, and headed at the top, “Extract of a letter addressed by Mr. Buchanan to Jacob Kerr Esquire & others, Democratic members of the Legislature of Pennsylvania on the 22 December 1834.” Letter is housed in a custom-made hardcover case. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a few scattered ink brushes and spots of soiling, and two paperclip marks to first page. Ever torn between following his own beliefs or those of his constituents, Pennsylvania Senator James Buchanan again found himself trapped on the issue of expunging Jackson’s censure from the Senate Journal. After withdrawing federal deposits from the Bank of the United States at the start of his second term, President Jackson was officially censured by the Senate for assuming power not conferred by the Constitution— the only time in American history that this formal reprimand has been placed upon a president. For the next three years, Missouri Democrat Thomas Hart Benton campaigned to have it expunged, bringing the resolution to back the Senate in 1836 (now with a Democratic majority), where we find Buchanan at the time of this letter. If instructed by the State Legislature, expressing the will of the people, to vote against the resolution, Buchanan would find two of his strongest beliefs in opposition: one, that his role was to obey the people he represented, and two, that the censure should absolutely be expunged. Agonizing over how to reconcile the two, he declares, “To obey or resign is, then, my fixed determination. Should I adopt the former course, I shall declare at the time I give my vote, that I do it merely as an agent in obedience to Legislative instructions, and against my own opinion.” During the last session of Congress under Jackson, the vote was taken after thirteen hours of debate; with a five-vote majority, the resolution passed and the censure was expunged from the record of the aging president, just weeks from retirement. A remarkable letter giving voice to the constant inner turmoil that Buchanan carried all the way to the White House twenty years later, helping lead the country towards Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Scarce militia appointment to defend the capital
20. Abraham Lincoln. Partly-printed wardated DS as president, one page, 16 x 10, August 23, 1861. President Lincoln appoints A. Dupont Davis a “Captain in the National Rifles of the Militia of the District of Columbia: He is therefore carefully and diligently to discharge the duty of Captain in leading, ordering, and exercising the Militia of said District.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of War Simon Cameron. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a couple small holes and separations along folds, scattered toning and creasing, and small tape remnant to top edge on reverse. The blue seal is uniformly worn, but intact. The militia was mobilized into federal service twice during the Civil War to resist Confederate attacks on Washington, DC. Lincoln military appointments are quite desirable, and rarely seen militia examples even more so. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
21. Andrew Johnson. Partly-printed DS
as president, one page, 7.5 x 9.5, July 31, 1868. President Johnson orders the “Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of William C. Baker.” Double-matted with a portrait of Johnson to an overall size of 18 x 13.5. In fine condition, with some mild toning along horizontal fold under signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
22. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 7.25 x 6.25, December 16, 1872. President Grant orders the secretary of state “to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of Robert Dale.” Double cloth-matted and framed with a seated portrait of Grant to an overall size of 20 x 13. In fine condition, with a trivial ink spot next to the date. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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23. U. S. Grant.
Jay Cooke and Co. Bankers bank check, 7 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Grant, payable to Major Herman Schreiner for $73.95, July 2, 1866. In very good condition, with three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, cancellation cuts and stamps to body, uniform toning, and a two-cent revenue stamp affixed to top right. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Scarce free franked Executive Mansion envelope sent to his secretary of state 24. U. S. Grant. Free franked Executive Mansion mailing envelope, 5.75 x 3.25, addressed by Grant to “Hon. H. Fish, Sec. of State, Present,” and franked in the upper right as president, “U. S. Grant.” The printed word “Secretary,” below Grant’s signature has been crossed out, presumably by Grant himself. In fine condition, with light scattered soiling and an unobtrusive crease along the top edge. Grant free franks are quite scarce, this being just the third we have offered and its being on an Executive Mansion envelope renders it even scarcer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Hayes sends several photos to the author of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act, and regrets “as to the period of the Presidency I have none of suitable size” 25. Rutherford B. Hayes. ALS,
one page, 5.25 x 8.5, December 12, 1892. Letter to US Senator John Sherman. In full: “It will give me great pleasure to furnish you with such photos as I have. I send two of the cabinet size. The one of ‘age 70’ is enlarged to the size you want, and is thought well of. I can have the one ‘age 63’ done the same way if preferred. I can also have one age 65. As to the period of the Presidency I have none of suitable size. But the boys suggest that I have the oil painting in the White House photographed. In any event I will send you several of the size you want to choose from. It will gratify me to have one on your walls.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a small translucent corner tab affixed to center of the letter, obscuring just part of one word of text. Sherman served as Hayes’s Secretary of the Treasury during his entire administration, and obviously held him in high regard, as suggested by Hayes sending several photos. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
26. James A. Garfield.
Ink signature, “J. A. Garfield, Hiram, Ohio,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
27. Chester A. Arthur. Crisp ink
signature, “C. A. Arthur, New York,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.5 sheet. In fine condition, with mild overall soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
28. Grover Cleveland. Choice ink signature, “Grover Cleveland, Mch 4, 1905,” on an off-white 3 x 2 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
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29. Grover Cleveland. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by B. F. Powelson of Buffalo, signed in the upper left in black ink, “Grover Cleveland, Mch. 15, 1908.” Cleveland began signing at the bottom of his jacket, which remains only slightly visible, and a newspaper article regarding his 71st birthday celebration is affixed to the reverse. In fine condition, with a superficial tear to the left border of the image (the mount unaffected), and the upper right corner of the mount trivially clipped. This is a terrific specimen with a sharp, youthful image and bold signature, penned just three days before his 71st birthday and three months before his death. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 30. Benjamin Harrison. Crisp
ink signature, “Benj. Harrison, Inda,” on an off-white 6.5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
Harrison regrets he cannot meet every request for appointments
32. Benjamin Harrison. LS as president signed “Benj Harrison,”
one page, lightly-lined both sides, 7.5 x 10.5, Executive Mansion letterhead, October 1, 1891. Letter to the Honorable Albion W. Tourgee. In part: “I have your letter of the 23rd and have read it with interest…I do not know what I can do for any friend in the way of appointment until I come to take up the particular case and loom the whole thing over…I am anxious that friends who may not receive appointments shall believe that I am not purposely unkind; and especially that I do not pronounce any judgment of unworthiness upon those to whom I am not able to give what they ask and deserve.” In very good condition, with old mounting tape to two edges and uniform toning over text on both sides. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Superb oversized photo from Harrison’s last great legal case, featuring the former president and two Supreme Court justices 31. Benjamin Harrison. Incredible, supremely sharp matte-finish 13.5 x 10.5 photo by Eugene Pirou of 28 members of the Anglo-Venezuelan Arbitration Tribunal affixed to the original 22 x 18 photographer’s mount, signed on the mount in black ink by all pictured, highlighted by Benjamin Harrison and Supreme Court Justices Melville Fuller and David Brewer. Other signers include counsel, ambassadors, and judges for the case, such as Sir John A. C. Tilley, Marcus Baker, C. Alexander Harris, Jean Jules Jusserand, Richard Henn Collins, Severo Mallet-Prevost, James R. Soley, Benjamin F. Tracy, Sir Richard E. Webster, Sir Robert T. Reid, G. R. Askwith, and Sir S. A. T. Rowlatt. In very good to fine condition, with a couple noticeable tears to the left border of the mount (not affecting image or signatures), and a few bands of toning (one slightly affecting Harrison’s signature). The tribunal associated with this image was held to resolve a boundary dispute between Venezuela and the United Kingdom, regarding the the border between Venezuela and British Guiana. Venezuela hired Harrison as counsel for the case—the trial was held in Paris, and Harrison spent 25 hours arguing in court. Although he did not win the case, Harrison’s legal arguments won him international renown. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Scarce, early ALS from his Canton, Ohio, law practice 33. William McKinley. ALS signed “Wm.
McKinley, Jr.,” one page, lightly-lined, 5.5 x 8.5, W. & A. McKinley, Attorneys at Law letterhead, Canton, Ohio, circa 1870s. Letter to friend and client Emma Hazlett regarding a property transaction. In part: “I have sold to the M. E. Church for 5000$—1000$ cash & balance in four equal annual payments at 8 per cent per annum payable annually.” In fine condition, with some insignificant mirroring to ink. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked July 27, no year. McKinley ALSs are rather scarce, and this is just the second we have offered on his law firm’s letterhead. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
34. Theodore Roosevelt. White House
card nicely signed in black ink, “Theodore Roosevelt.” In fine condition, with heavy mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
35. Theodore Roosevelt. Ink signature, “Theodore Roosevelt,”
on an off-white 4 x 1 slip clipped from a check. Slip is paper clipped to a brief unsigned note from Mrs. Roosevelt on one of her 3.5 x 2.5 calling cards, which reads, “Am glad to send enclosed. Have no more book plates to distribute.” Cancellation holes touching a bit of last name of signature and a rusty paperclip mark between first and last name, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Invitation to the Boone and Crockett dinner on a rare mourning calling card 36. Theodore Roosevelt. ANS signed “T.
Roosevelt,” on one of his 3 x 1.5 black-bordered calling cards (mourning the death of his sister-in-law Anna Hall Roosevelt), no date, but circa January 1893. Brief note to Secretary of the Interior John W. Noble. In full: “I’ll come in some other day; the chief of my visit was to receive you for our Boone & Crockett dinner, here in Washington, on Jan 11th.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Gorgeous engraving with a terrific, bold signature as president 37. Theodore Roosevelt. En-
graved portrait of the exterior of the White House, 6 x 3.75, signed along the bottom as president, “With best wishes from Theodore Roosevelt, Oct. 19th, 1906.” In fine condition, with faint edge toning and likely trimmed edges. Roosevelt was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1906 for his efforts in negotiating an end to the Russo-Japanese War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
38. Theodore Roosevelt.
Signed book: Theodore Roosevelt. First edition, first printing. NY: F. Tennyson N e e l y, 1 8 9 9 . Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.75, 218 pages. Signed and inscribed in pencil on the first free end page, “Jeffry Eaglehart, with regards of his father’s friend, Theodore Roosevelt.” Autographic condition: very good, with slight brushing to inscription and signature, and an ownership stamp and some edge chipping to the signed page. Book condition available online. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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39. William H. Taft. Partly-print-
ed DS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 21 x 16, January 28, 1911. President Taft appoints Nora L. Pickering postmaster of Peckville, Pennsylvania. Signed at the conclusion by Taft and countersigned by Postmaster General Frank Hitchcock. Some scattered mild soiling and edge creasing, otherwise fine condition. The gold foil seal is toned, but still crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
40. William H. Taft. TLS
signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 7 x 9.25, personal letterhead, November 8, 1913. Brief letter arranging a meeting. In full: “I have yours of November 4th. If I can possibly arrange to be present at Hampton on the days you mention, I shall be glad to do so.” Next to his signature Taft adds, “April 23 & 24.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
41. William H. Taft.
TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 7.5 x 10, Supreme Court letterhead, May 2, 1928. Letter to an official of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. In part: “I regret my health is such that I must decline to attend functions like that to which you alluringly invite me.” Matted to an overall size of 8.5 x 11. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Originally purchased from Joseph Rubinfine and accompanied by the original invoice. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“I have the burden of a campaign on me now,” writes the new nominee, “I assume that you are still a Republican...and therefore I venture to call on you for assistance” 42. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, July 6, 1908. Letter to Judge John T. McDonough of Albany. In part: “I have the burden of a campaign on me now, and I am looking about with a view to mapping out the lines of policy to be pursued in it. I should be very glad if you would give me the benefit of your views on the general subject. I assume that you are still a Republican and a supporter of the Administration and therefore I venture to call on you for assistance.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through the first letter of the signature). Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
43. William H. Taft.
Ink signature, “Wm. H. Taft,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.75 trimmed card. In fine condition, with a couple small areas of slight surface loss near edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
44. Edith Bolling Wilson. Free franked black-bordered mailing
envelope, 6 x 3.25, addressed in another hand to “Mr. R. W. Woolley,” and franked in the upper right, “Edith Bolling Wilson.” Postmarked March 12, 1924, about five weeks after Woodrow Wilson’s death. In very good condition, with tears from opening and the postmark affecting the signature. Accompanied by the originally enclosed mourning card from Wilson, expressing appreciation for condolences offered by the recipient. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
Naval appointment for a chief machinist 45. Woodrow Wilson. Partly-printed DS
as president, one page, 14 x 18, March 17, 1915. President Wilson appoints Robert M. Huggard “a Chief Machinist in the Navy, to rank with, but after Ensign… in the service of the United States.” Signed at the bottom by Wilson and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels. Matted and framed to an overall size of 18 x 22. In fine condition. The blue seal is crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Choice oversized Harris and Ewing portrait presented to the Poland Spring heir 46. Warren G. Harding. Exquisite
vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 16 Harris and Ewing portrait of Harding in profile, boldly signed and inscribed in black ink, “To E. P. Ricker, With high esteem and most cordial good wishes, Warren G. Harding.” Blindstamped in the lower left by the studio, and matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 29. In fine condition. Accompanied by a newspaper photo of Harding golfing at the Poland Spring House circa 1922, which was operated by the recipient of this photo, Edward Payson Ricker. At the time, the Poland Spring company—founded by the Ricker family—ran a resort hotel in addition to their now-famous bottled water business. The interesting association, striking image, and perfect signature make this without a doubt one of the finest presidential portraits we have encountered. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
47. Calvin Coolidge.
White House card neatly signed in black ink, “Calvin Coolidge.” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Coolidge’s tie pin, adorned with opal 48. Calvin Coolidge: John Coolidge. Calvin
Coolidge’s personally–owned goldcolored stickpin, approximately 2˝ long, mounted with a small cabochon opal at the head. Includes an ALS from his son transmitting the pin, signed “John Coolidge,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Plymouth Cheese Corporation letterhead, February 26, 1976. In part: “I am sending you a stickpin that belonged to my father. We do not have much to give away now as we have given most everything pertaining to my family to the state of Vermont for exhibit in the Calvin Coolidge Memorial in Plymouth.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
49. Herbert Hoover.
TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, November 22, 1929. Letter to a young collector. In part: “The passing of Secretary Good has left a gap in our public life and a lasting grief in the hearts of his friends.” In fine condition, with a light brush to last name of signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 17
50. Herbert Hoover.
White House card crisply signed in fountain pen, “Herbert Hoover.” Moderate even overall toning and a paperclip mark and impression to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
51. Herbert Hoover.
Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 Harris and Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To the Rotary Club of Ingram, with the good wishes of Herbert Hoover.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Precertified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
Possibly the last letter Eleanor Roosevelt wrote from the White House 54. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page,
6 x 9.25, White House letterhead, April 18, 1945. Letter to Harry Marks, station master at Union Station. In full: “You have been so very kind always in making the arrangements which have contributed so much to my comfort on my different trips. Please accept my warm thanks for all you have done in the past, and particularly for these last services to my family and to me.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope postmarked 3: 00 pm, April 20, 1945. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
55. Eleanor Roosevelt. State of
New York Executive Mansion card bearing an embossed state seal, 5 x 3.25, signed in fountain pen, “Eleanor Roosevelt, Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
52. Herbert Hoover. TLS, one
page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, February 24, 1937. Brief letter of thanks. In full: “That was a kindly telegram and I deeply appreciate it.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
53. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, October 19, 1932. Letter to a young collector. In full: “I am very glad to have sent to you, under separate cover, an autographed photograph of myself. You are very kind in what you say about my husband and myself.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning to upper blank portion. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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56. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, February 19, 1947. Letter to an admirer. In part: “It was more than kind of you to send me the letters.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which bears a stamped free frank. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
Controversial 1936 Democratic Book with vibrant White House vignette
57. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 6
x 7, personal letterhead, September 11, 1953. Letter declining an invitation. In part: “In order to participate in your program I would have to do some study and I deeply regret I have no time at present.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which bears a stamped free frank. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
58. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Vintage clipped politi-
cal cartoon, 6.25 x 8, depicting caricatures of Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover giving blustery speeches, signed in fountain pen by Roosevelt. A uniform shade of mild toning, and paper loss to top right corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
59. Franklin D. Roosevelt. White House
card boldly signed in fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” In fine condition. A scarce and attractive format with a bold 4 inch signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
60. Franklin D. Roosevelt. State of New York
Executive Mansion card bearing an embossed state seal, 5 x 3.25, signed in fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” In fine condition, with light overall soiling. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
61. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Signed book: The Democratic Book: 1936. Gilt-stamped leather (including “L. E. Dixon,” the original owner), 11.5 x 14.5, 384 pages. Limited edition (limitation unspecified; this copy is numbered 1179), signed by Roosevelt on the colophon beneath a watercolor vignette of the White House. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Brown leather-covered boards with gilt title, gilted upper textblock edge, and silk moiré endpapers. Edges worn, with small tears at corners and spine-ends; rubbing along spine-edges and few scratches/scuffs to front; slight discoloration to textblock edges (more noticeable along edges of moiré endpapers); insect damage to first two pages. A lavishly produced promotional ‘year book’ for the Democratic Party, the publication of The Democratic Book in the Spring of 1936 was assailed by Republicans as a violation of the Corrupt Practices Act which prohibits corporations from contributing to national campaigns. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 62. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS signed “F. D.
Roosevelt,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Navy Department letterhead, May 25, 1918. Letter to a would-be donor. In part: “Your prompt and patriotic response to the Navy’s call for glasses is greatly appreciated…at the present time your Binocular cannot be used and is therefore being returned.” In fine condition, with the lower mailing fold passing through the signature, a subtle block of toning to the left side, and a tack hole to the bottom. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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In the midst of personal struggle and the impending World War, FDR wishes his uncle a happy 75th birthday in an exceedingly scarce handwritten letter 63. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Rare ALS as president signed “F. D. R.,” one
page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, no date [circa September, 1938]. Letter to Frederic Delano, his mother’s brother, addressed as “Dear Uncle Fred.” In full: “All my nice plans for going to Algonac tomorrow for your Birthday are off—for I go to Rochester to night & Jimmy’s operation is Monday. Meanwhile ever so many Happy Returns—You are the grandest person I know—in every way.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original White House transmittal letter addressed by Roosevelt to “Hon. F. A. Delano.” As Hitler set his sights on the Sudetenland, escalating the situation abroad, the US president faced his own struggles at home. After previously unsuccessful treatments for a small gastric ulcer, Roosevelt’s son James was scheduled for emergency surgery on September 12th. Canceling plans to attend his “Dear Uncle Fred’s” 75th birthday celebration at the Delano family estate in Algonac, he offers his warmest wishes for “ever so many Happy Returns.” A kind, sincere, and decidedly rare handwritten letter from the president, setting aside his private worries and international concerns to extend love to his dear uncle. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
Rejecting a congressman’s New Deal earmark requests
Terrific oversized Pach Bros. portrait
64. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as presi-
dent, one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, May 11, 1936. Letter to Robert Rice Reynolds of North Carolina. In part: “The construction of armories is a worthwhile activity which will result in permanent improvements of a beneficial nature. However…I do not consider it feasible to recommend the earmarking of specific amounts for that purpose. The Works Progress Administration has undertaken the execution of numerous small armory projects where they were suited to the works program.” Intersecting folds, a crease to the upper left corner, and light overall wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. Though the recipient of this letter, Reynolds, was a fellow democrat, FDR raised funds to defeat him—this letter is a perfect example of Roosevelt rebuffing his recommendations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 20 | June 19, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES
65. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Splendid vintage matte-finish 11.5
x 15 bust-length portrait of Roosevelt by Pach Bros. of New York, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Archivally cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.75 x 24. In fine condition, with slight irregular adhesion to the signature. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Dewey Defeats Truman”
66. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as president,
one page, 7 x 8.5, White House letterhead, December 27, 1933. Letter to South Carolina Governor I. C. Blackwood. In full: “I have received your letter of December twenty-first and am bringing your suggestion regarding the matter of loans for various State Institutions of South Carolina to the attention of the Federal Emergency Administrator of Public Works.” Double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 24.5 x 21. In fine condition, with a pencil office notation to top left. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
68. Harry S. Truman.
Ballpoint signature, “Harry S. Truman,” on an off-white 6 x 6 card to which was later added a printed image of Truman holding up the memorable ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ issue of the Chicago Tribune. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
69. Harry S. Truman. Dignified 67. First Ladies. Four items: three FDCs
with cachets honoring presidents or first ladies, individually signed in black felt tip by Bess Truman, Mamie Doud Eisenhower, and Lady Bird Johnson; and one felt tip signature of Mamie Doud Eisenhower on an off-white 5 x 2.5 card. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
matte-finish 3.5 x 5 portrait of Truman, signed in the lower border in black ballpoint. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
“By my decision regarding the atom bomb, your husband’s life was spared” 70. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, March 22,
1972. Letter to Margot Chadwell of Santa Barbara, California. In full: “I was pleased to have your letter of March 12, which I read with special interest and all the more so since you consider that by my decision regarding the atom bomb, your husband’s life was spared. I appreciate your wanting to share with me your personal experience. I am glad to enclose the autographed photograph requested by you.” In fine condition, with some light soiling along bottom edge which could be easily matted out. Accompanied by a matte-finish 3.5 x 5 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint.
The husband of this letter’s recipient was Lieutenant Colonel George T. Chadwell, who served in the Pacific with the 19th Bombardment Group during World War II and conducted daylight raids against strategic objectives on the Japanese home islands, bombing targets in Tokyo, Nagoya, Kobe, and Osaka. On August 6 and August 9, 1945, atom bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Five days later, President Truman received Japan’s unconditional surrender and—to the relief of his wife—Chadwell was spared from flying further dangerous missions over Japan. “We have used it in order to shorten the agony of war,” said Truman of the bomb, “in order to save the lives of thousands and thousands of young Americans.” In this exceedingly rare letter, the former president acknowledges the spouse of a WWII airman and her appreciation for his fateful decision. Only a handful of known Truman letters have content pertaining to the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and this is possibly the only letter in private hands in which he mentions the atom bomb saving American lives. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 21
Assuming the mantle of command after FDR’s passing
71. Harry S. Truman.
Vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Hon. C. H. Wildman, Sheriff, Scott Co. Iowa, Kindest regards from Harry S. Truman, 2/26/62.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 16.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
74. Harry S. Truman.
72. Harry S. Truman. Color
vintage 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Truman at his desk in the Oval Office, affixed to an 8.5 x 11.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink “Best wishes to Al Oeth, Harry S. Truman.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 15.75 x 20. In fine condition. Oeth was a correspondent for Paramount News and traveled with Truman to Key West in 1948. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, May 2, 1945. Letter to Congressman John M. Coffee. In part: “The understanding expressions of sympathy in your letter of April fourteenth have touched me deeply. Your assurance of confidence and support gives me added strength for the tasks which have been committed to me.” In fine condition, with a mild overall shade of toning from previous display. Accompanied by a 9 x 7.25 portrait of Truman at his desk bearing a pre-printed signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Appointing “a Foreign Service Officer of the Class of Career Ambassador”
73. Harry S. Truman. ANS signed
“HST,” one page, 3.75 x 3.75, no date. Brief note to White House aide Bill Simmons. In full: “Get Adm. Leahy & Chip Bohlen to sign these.” Pencil notation to reverse indicates a date of January 19, 1952. In fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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75. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15.25 x 11.5, June 24, 1960. President Eisenhower appoints Raymond A. Hare as “a Foreign Service Officer of the Class of Career Ambassador of the United States of America.” The large paper seal is very crisp and fully intact. In fine condition, with a central vertical storage fold and toning to top edge. Countersignature of Secretary of State Christian Herter appears to be autopen. Throughout his career, Hare served as ambassador to various Middle Eastern countries as well as president of the Middle East Institute. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Exceptionally rare presidential handwritten letter 76. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Rare and desirable ALS as president, one
page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, July 28, 1953. Letter to his secretary, Warrant Officer Helen Weaver. In full: “Happy Birthday! Two years ago, in France, I first had the privilege of wishing you ‘many happy returns.’ Time has only strengthened my feeling of obligation to the good fortune that made you one of my associates in the service of our government. I trust the day will be one of joy and happiness for you—as I hope the same for all the others still to come.” In fine condition, with horizontal and vertical folds, the vertical fold through a single letter of signature, and a couple light brushes to signature. Helen Weaver served as General Eisenhower’s personal secretary in Paris during his time as Supreme Commander of NATO in 1951, and again during his presidency. The president respected her abilities greatly, citing his “feeling of obligation to the good fortune that made you one of my associates in the service of our government.” Eisenhower entrusted two women—Weaver and Ann Whitman—with the duty of applying his secretarial signatures. In fact, only three autographed letters, signed in-full as president, have surfaced at major public auctions in the past 30 years, and this exemplar piece comes straight from Weaver’s family. A choice and uncommon offering. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
77. Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Vi n t a g e f o u n tain pen signature, “Dwight D. Eisenhower,” on an off-white 5.25 x 2 slip clipped from a larger document. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
78. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Distinguished vintage
matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 portrait of Eisenhower, neatly signed in the lower border in fountain pen. Matted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“I adopted a practice of ignoring people who consider themselves more informed than I possibly can be on every activity which I have ever participated” 79. Dwight D. Eisenhower.
TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, May 16, 1961. Letter to an admirer concerning the public view of his presidency. In part: “I assure you that soon after my name began to appear in the public press I adopted a practice of ignoring people who consider themselves more informed than I possibly can be on every activity which I have ever participated. About these things I do not concern myself, and I would hope that you also would not.” A mild block of toning over signature from previous display, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 23
Receiving the famed tenor’s congratulations on his presidential nomination 80. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS, one page, 5.75 x 8, Office of Dwight D. Eisenhower letterhead, August 16, 1952. Letter to opera star Lauritz Melchior. In part: “I have only now had an opportunity to read your wonderfully heartening letter of congratulations. One of the real compensations of this new experience is the hope, encouragement, and support that so many of our warm friends are giving to Mrs. Eisenhower and me.” A small pencil notation at the top is written by Stephen Longstreet, who was working on a book about Melchior. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Meticulous letter to her decorator, including three original sketches, as she readies the couple’s Georgetown townhouse: “This closet is next to fireplace. It is for Mr. Kennedy, he cannot bend down to reach his shoes” 81. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jacqueline B. Kennedy,” four pages, lightly-lined, 8 x 12.5, November 25, 1957. Letter to M. Wohlgemuth regarding the design and decoration of their Washington home. In part: “I spoke to you today about sending descriptions of the mantel heights—(& the exact measurements the mantels I am having made should have)—plus window dimensions for curtains…2. About the Air Conditioners—please install the most unobtrusive outlets, I will get conditioners later. Living room—install outlet—but no conditioner. Library—install outlet for bookcase—but don’t put any air conditioner there, & make it so I can take the conditioner out in winter & fill the space with books. If this is expensive, please skip it—we will do without a conditioner in that room…About where to install Light Fixtures in Dining Room Please install them opposite the windows, as we discussed—But be sure you center them on that wall —i.e. find the center of the wall & place them equidistant from it—roughly opposite the windows.” Kennedy’s lengthy postscript extends onto the fourth page, and includes two original sketches, one titled “Front Bedroom Closet—adjoining bathroom,” with Kennedy adding underneath, “Send me a Sketch of how you think I can obtain maximum shelf & hanging space. From the floor plan, I would suggest shelves across end B and hanging poles where I have drawn jagged lines. This means you have to walk through hanging clothes to get to hall, but if pole is high enough - that doesn‘t matter. Do you agree with this plan?” At the bottom of the last page, she adds another sketch headed “Closet in Middle Bedroom,” adding “This closet is next to fireplace. It is for Mr. Kennedy, he cannot bend down to reach his shoes.” In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold to all pages, scattered creases and wrinkles, paper loss and tears to edges, staple holes to top left, and some toning to first page. An excellent example of Kennedy’s flair for design and attention to every detail, especially those concerning her husband. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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82. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jackie,”
one page both sides, 5 x 3.5, black-bordered blind embossed JFK coat of arms letterhead, dated in pencil at the top October 8, 1965, most likely by the recipient. Letter to John F. Kennedy’s Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara. In full: “Thank you for the beautiful flowers you sent after the party and for your sweet and kind letter—You are right—it is better if you come up here—but I so appreciate what you said—must think of all sorts of occasions to lure you up again this winter—what about a farewell ball for Bob on the deck of the last scow in the Brooklyn Navy Yard?” In very fine condition. Letter originates from the estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Inscribed copy of his Pulitzer Prize-winning book on political courage 83. John F. Kennedy. Signed book: Profiles in
Courage. Later printing. NY: Harper and Brothers, 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 266 pages. Signed and inscribed in fountain pen on the first free end page, “To Anthony Amari, Best regards, John Kennedy.” Autographic condition: fine, with small owner’s signature along top of signed page, as well as some scattered mild soiling. Book condition: VG-/VG-. Blue paper-covered boards and black cloth-covered spine; edges worn; bump to front fore-edge with tear in paper and board; slightly yellowed and soiled, with few very light spots of foxing; previous owner’s name in ink at upper ffep edge (small and neatly written). Dust jacket in protective Mylar sleeve; chips/tears and creases along edges and folds; some gentle creases across rear cover; two longer tears (4-5 inches) along spine-edges; few small pieces of non-archival tape; rubbed and lightly soiled; yellowed. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Top secret memo authorizing McNamara to put into effect updated instructions for the use of “Nuclear Weapons in Emergency Conditions” 84. Lyndon B. Johnson. Typed memorandum, as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, March 26, 1964. Issued to the Secretary of Defense, memo reads, in part: “I accept the recommendation made by you and the Joint Chiefs of Staff in your memorandum of March 14th and hereby authorize you to put into effect the updated ‘Instructions for Expenditure of Nuclear Weapons in Emergency Conditions’ which were brought to me by the Joint Chiefs of Staff on March 4, 1964. It is my understanding that the redrafted instructions are basically the same as those approved by President Eisenhower and continued in effect by President Kennedy. I would like to receive copies of all implementing directives which the Joint Chiefs issue on the basis of these instructions.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Exceedingly rare and early 1938 Underwood and Underwood portrait 85. Lyndon B. Johnson. Very early vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 Underwood and Underwood photo of a 30-year-old Johnson seated at his desk, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For Charles Henderson, With the best wishes and regards of his friend—Lyndon B. Johnson, May 15, 1938.” Matted and framed, in its original frame, to an overall size of 10.75 x 12.75. In fine condition, with a light brush to a single word of inscription and some toning to mat. At the time of the photo, Johnson was representing Texas’s 10th congressional district in Washington, DC. He became a close ally to President Roosevelt, who quickly appointed him to the Naval Affairs Committee. Such early portraits from Johnson’s fledgling political career are quite uncommon. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Scarce award-winning Washington Post photo of four presidents gathered to honor Anwar Sadat
86. Four Presidents. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of
former presidents Nixon, Ford, and Carter standing alongside then-president Ronald Reagan as they deliver a memorial statement for slain Egyptian President Anwar Sadat before departing to attend the funeral in 1981, signed in black felt tip, “Gerald R. Ford,” “Ronald Reagan,” (as president), and “Jimmy Carter,” and in blue felt tip, “Richard Nixon 12-10-86.” Photo is stamped on the reverse, “Staff photo by Harry Naltchayan, The Washington Post—reproduction is forbidden” In fine condition, with some irregular ink adhesion and slight brushing to Carter’s signature, which remains completely legible. All signatures were obtained through correspondence with the chief executives, with the order of acquisition beginning with Ford, then Nixon, Carter, and finally Reagan, completing the quartet when the photo was sent to him at the White House. There are very few of these photographs in circulation due to the restrictions placed on its distribution and reproduction. The photo won the World Press Photo Award in 1981. A scarce, award-winning pose with all signatures personally attained through hard work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 26 | June 19, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES
87. Richard Nixon and Cabinet MB $200
88. Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford MB $100
89. Richard Nixon
90. Richard Nixon
91. Richard Nixon
92. Richard Nixon
93. Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter
94. Gerald Ford
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95. Gerald Ford MB $100
96. Gerald Ford MB $150
97. Gerald and Betty Ford MB $100
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98. Fords and Chaffees
99. Jimmy Carter
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100. Jimmy Carter
101. Jimmy Carter
102. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter
103. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter
104. Ronald Reagan
105. Ronald Reagan
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106. Ronald Reagan MB $200
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107. Ronald Reagan MB $100
108. George Bush MB $100
109. George Bush
110. George Bush
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111. George Bush
112. George Bush
114. George and Barbara Bush
115. George and Barbara Bush
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113. George and Barbara Bush MB $100
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116. Bill Clinton and John Major
117. Bill Clinton
118. Bill Clinton
119. Bill Clinton
120. Barack Obama
121. Barack Obama
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Impressive complete collection of presidents including a Lincoln endorsement for release of prisoners, a Washington free frank, and an early Kennedy letter shortly after surgery
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
122. US Presidents. An exceptional collection of all 43 presidents from George Washington through Barack Obama consisting of signatures, letters, documents, photos, a book, and engravings. Each item is nicely matted and framed, many with a portrait of the signing president. Aside from perhaps a complete collection of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, a complete presidential collection represents one of the apexes of autograph collecting, both from a historical and a collectible standpoint. The lucky winner of this collection will bypass the time-consuming process of painstakingly acquiring one piece at a time, and instead be rewarded with an instant and impressive collection of every Commander-In-Chief. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.‌(MB $2500)
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Collection Includes George Washington
Zachary Taylor
Benjamin Harrison
John F. Kennedy
John Adams
Millard Fillmore
William McKinley
Lyndon B. Johnson
Thomas Jefferson
Franklin Pierce
Theodore Roosevelt
Richard Nixon
James Madison
James Buchanan
William H. Taft
Gerald Ford
James Monroe
Abraham Lincoln
Woodrow Wilson
Jimmy Carter
John Quincy Adams
Andrew Johnson
Warren G. Harding
Ronald Reagan
Andrew Jackson
U. S. Grant
Calvin Coolidge
George Bush
Martin Van Buren
Rutherford B. Hayes
Herbert Hoover
Bill Clinton
William Henry Harrison
James A. Garfield
Franklin D. Roosevelt
George W. Bush
John Tyler
Chester A. Arthur
Harry S. Truman
Barack Obama
James K. Polk
Grover Cleveland
Dwight D. Eisenhower
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John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
James Monroe
John Quincy Adams
Andrew Jackson
Martin Van Buren
William Henry Harrison
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122. US Presidents.
John Tyler
James K. Polk
Zachary Taylor
Millard Fillmore
Franklin Pierce
James Buchanan
Andrew Johnson
U. S. Grant
Rutherford B. Hayes
James A. Garfield
Chester A. Arthur
Grover Cleveland
Benjamin Harrison
William McKinley
Theodore Roosevelt
William H. Taft
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122. US Presidents.
Woodrow Wilson
Warren G. Harding
Calvin Coolidge
Herbert Hoover
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry S. Truman
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Lyndon B. Johnson
Richard Nixon
Gerald Ford
Jimmy Carter
Ronald Reagan
George Bush
Bill Clinton
George W. Bush
Barack Obama
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Old West, Gangsters, & Mobsters section
on pages 225-301
notables 125. Giovanni Aldini.
Italian physicist (1762– 1834) and professor of physics at Bologna. ALS in Italian, signed “Gio. Aldini Ministro Academia Napoleone di Lucca,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9.5, August 21, 1812. Letter to Professor Grimaldi, Secretary of the Academy Napoleone. Aldini informs the professor that his personal “friend and colleague” Liberato Baccelli has decided to “send to Lucca” the “model of a marble saw on the principle of a hydraulic lever” invented by Aldini himself. Aldini also provides a small description of the mechanical principle of the lever. Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel and retains most of its red wax seal. Small hole to left edge of both pages, lightly affecting a few letters of text and some light show-through from writing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The legendary leader of the Green Mountain Boys assesses taxes in the midst of secretly negotiating for Vermont to become a British province
126. Ethan Allen. Farmer,
businessman, land speculator, philosopher, writer, American Revolutionary War patriot, hero, and politician. ADS, signed “Ethan & Ira Allen” all written by Ethan Allen in the text, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7.5, June 20, 1781. Titled on first page, “A List of the Polls and rateable estate of the Town of Sunderland for June 20 AD 1781 Sunderland.” On the second page, one beneath the other, are six names and the “rateable estate” values: “Genl Ethan & Ira Allen £63.0.0; Joseph Averill 13.0.0; Robert Averill 37.0.0; Col. Timth Brownson 124.0.0; Amos Brownson 48.0.0; Gideon Brownson 67.0.0; Eli Brownson…” All in the hand of Ethan Allen, they are in alphabetical order. On the reverse of the integral leaf (the back cover of the booklet), Allen has written: “The List for the Year of our Lord 1781.” Beneath which are some pen markings and some arithmetic in another hand. In good condition, with paper loss to bottom edge, moderate toning and staining, small binder holes along hinge, rough edges, and scattered creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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A rare 1917 letter to his wife with direct references to several telephone calls made by Bell himself 127. Alexander Graham Bell. ALS signed “Your
loving Alec,” four pages, 8 x 10.5, Beinn Bhreagh letterhead, April 17, 1917. Letter to his wife Mabel, “My sweet little wife.” In full: “Home here at last after a whole week of travel. I have telegraphed you every day and now, before doing anything else, will give you some written account of my movements since leaving Washington. Left Washington Sunday afternoon (April 8) for Boston. Reached Boston Monday (Apl 9) two hours late and was unable to make connection with St. John [New Brunswick, across the Bay of Fundy from Nova Scotia] train. Stayed at Parker House, and left for St John N.B. by the evening train (April 9). Reached Truro [Nova Scotia] late at night on Tuesday (April 10). Went to Stewiacke [N.S.] Wed morning April 22 and drove to Davidson’s over awful roads full of holes and deep in mud. Spent Wed. April 22 at Davidson’s examining sheep returning to Truro at night (Apl 11). Left Truro Thursday morning (Apl 12) and reached Orangedale the same evening too tired even to think of a forty mile drive to Beinn Bhreagh over perfectly fearful roads. Navigation had not yet opened although the ice was beginning to break up—and there seemed to be no way of reaching Beinn Bhreagh excepting by driving to Whycocomagh—thence to Baddeck and Beinn Bhreagh. I found Casey and John McDermid [Bell’s coachman] at Orangedale with your open Carriage perfectly plastered with mud and with horses practically upon their last legs. John said the roads were fearful and that it would take us at least two days to drive home. There was a nice clean looking hotel at Orangedale so we decided to remain there overnight and start next day (Friday Apl 13).
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On Friday (Apl 13) after lunch we were just about starting for Whycocomagh when a telephone message reached us that the steamboat had left Baddeck for Iona. So Casey and I decided to take the train and let John find his way home alone. The morning train was reported as seven hours late on account of a freight train off the track. Just before starting for the station Kathleen [Casey’s wife] telephoned that the steamer had met with heavy ice on her way to Iona and had turned back to Baddeck. It was too late however to re-call John McDermid as he was well out of reach of telephonic communication so Casey and I went on by train to the Grand Narrows and put up at the Grand Narrows Hotel to await developments. Reached there Friday evening (Apl 13). The town side of the straights was filled thick with ice, although there was nothing on the Grand Narrows side to prevent the steamer from going through the draw. We could see however heavy fields of ice floating in the middle of the Lake far away and the tug-boat that is taking the place of SS Blue-hill did not dare to tackle it.
“The Telephone line was kept busy” Saturday (Apl 14) was a rainy day and, although there was considerable ice on the Lake, there seemed to be nothing to prevent the tug-boat from reaching the Grand Narrows safely—Iona side still blocked. The Telephone line was kept busy both from Grand Narrows and from Beinn Bhreagh, with appeals to the steam boat people to make the passage—but nothing would induce them to move. The next day was Sunday so there did not seem much chance of relief reaching us before Monday or Tuesday. Sunday (Apl 15) opened bright and fair, and no reason existed why the steamboat should not come excepting that it was ‘the sabbath day.’ The railroad people were not so particular—Freight trains were eventually passing—at least one every hour. At last Casey evolved a brilliant idea. Here we had a beautiful spring day and the ice was fast disappearing. We were informed that there was very little ice beyond Christmas Island. Why not then go down to Shen Acadie on a freight train and take a boat with us and row over to Beinn Bhreagh from there. The Hotel and Train people were obliging. Mr. McNeil lent us a rowboat and the train hands took the boat on board a freight car and put it in the water for us at Shen Acadie—and we opened navigation on the Bras d’Or Lahrs. We were well provided with warm wraps and rugs and Miss McNeil provided us with a thermos bottle full of hot tea, and an ample lunch. A twelve mile pull was no joke, but I thought that Casey and I could take turns at the oars and thus relieve one another. The wind sprang up against us and there was quite a rough sea. Casey would not allow me to change my seat as he feared an upset. I have considerable difficulty in moving from one part of a boat to another and altogether find that I am not as young as I used to be
[Bell was 70, Casey was 35]. An upset was an uncomfortable thing to contemplate; and even a drift on a rough sea towards the Grand Narrows would be frought [sic] with danger, at a time when no help could reach us. We passed several large fields of ice—When the wind and the tide were opposed, the ice seemed to be stateouary [sic] so we took refuge in the quiet water of a sort of boat harbor in an ice-floe and ate our lunch and smoked our pipes…The rowing was specially hard as the wind was blowing on our starboard bow thus throwing the strain of rowing practically upon one arm. He struggled manfully for four and a quarter hours before we reached Beinn Bhreagh Point. Here, under the shelter of the Point he allowed me to change places with him; and I rowed the boat to the Central Wharf which we reached about 8:30 p.m. (Sunday Apl 15). Half frozen we took refuge in the farm house while a team was prepared to take us to the Bungalow. From the farmhouse Casey telephoned to Kathleen to find out when she thought we could get to Beinn Bhreagh. She, thinking that the voice came from the Grand Narrows Hotel replied that she thought we might have to wait a day or two more before being rescued. Kathleen would hardly believe me when I told her by telephone that we were already on Beinn Bhreagh, and would be at the Bungalow in a few minutes. We soon reached there and found brandy and a hot supper awaiting us.” A one-page letter handwritten by Bell to his “darling little wife” on April 21, 1917, four days after this one, is in the Bell Papers (photocopy included). It begins, “Just a word to say I am alive and well…” Also present is a photocopy of a May 3, 1917, letter (in the Bell papers) penned to Alec by Mabel requesting he “sign enclosed cheque.” Intersecting folds, aforementioned pencil notations, scattered toning and soiling, mainly to first page, staple hole to top left corner, and a few brushes to text, otherwise fine condition. This 1917 letter details Bell’s rather amazing trek from Washington back to Nova Scotia, including a dangerous trip across an icy channel with an assistant in an attempt to circumvent a closed passage to his estate. Making frequent use of the telephone during an emergency, Bell and his lab assistant, pioneer aviator Casey Baldwin, rowed across icy Baddeck Bay to his Beinn Bhreagh estate after Casey’s wife “Kathleen telephoned that the steamer had met with heavy ice on her way to Iona and had turned back to Baddeck…too late however to re-call John McDermid as he was well out of reach of telephonic communication…The Telephone line was kept busy.” This letter was not known to exist until it was found in the stamp collection of scientist Arthur Westphall Clime, one of Bell’s employees, and features Bell’s own use of his invention, “I told her by telephone” of a safe arrival home. Letters by the inventor which mention the telephone are always sought after and this one is highly desirable for its several such references. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Interesting letterhead from Barnum’s American Museum 128. P. T. Barnum.
ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Barnum’s American Museum letterhead, April 9, 1863. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I have no photograph not in use. The one Higginson has, was taken by Gurney & Son, Broadway.” In very good condition, with taperepaired partial separations to mailing folds and some scattered soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The inventor of the telephone forwards his signature 130. Alexander Graham Bell.
Short LS signed “Yours sincerely, Alexander Graham Bell,” one page, 2.75 x 2, December 18, 1907. Brief note to a collector reads, in full: “It will give me much pleasure to send you my autograph.” In fine condition, with a couple light brushes to text. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
Bell’s strongly worded address against deaf marriage
The many awards of the Red Cross founder
129. Clara Barton. ALS, three pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining
sheets, 5.25 x 6.75, Glen Echo, September 20, 1910. Letter to F. H. Meserve of New York. In part: “I had quite forgotten the existence of the original photo. which you have succeeded in having so admirably reproduced, your artist has shown most excellent skill…I have no exact knowledge of the year, or where they were taken, but judging from the dress and its accessories, I should place it at about 1885. The decorations are The Iron Cross of Germany, The Gold Cross of Baden, & the Cross of The Crown of Serria.” In fine condition, with a paperclip mark to the first page. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and an unsigned 2 x 3.25 period portrait of Barton adorned in medals, presumably that referred to in the letter. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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131. Alexander Graham Bell. Pamphlet of an address given by Bell entitled ‘Marriage: An Address to the Deaf,’ third edition, 5.75 x 9.25, 17 pages, presented to the Members of the Literary Society of Kendall, in Washington, D. C., on March 6, 1891, signed and inscribed on the front cover in black ink, (“Mr. Edwin A. Elsbach, with the compliments of Alexander Graham Bell.”) In fine condition, with expected light handling wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Just two months before Marconi sends the first wireless transmission across the Atlantic from North America, Bell invites the young inventor to his Cape Breton home 132. Alexander Graham Bell. TLS, one page, 8 x 10, Beinn Bhreagh letterhead, October 9, 1902. Letter to to the “Manager of the Marconi Wireless Telegraph Station at Sydney, C.B.” [R. Norman Vyoyan]. In full: “I see by the newspapers that Mr Marconi is on his way across the Atlantic, and that he expects to receive messages from his Cape Breton Island Station. If this is so, I should be very glad if you would send him a message on the Atlantic inviting him to visit me in my Cape Breton home.” Intersecting folds, some scattered light creases and toning, and a few chips to right edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a page from Leslie’s Weekly for September 2, 1902, containing an account by Everett Wilkes of visits to both Marconi’s station and Bell’s. Provenance; Bonhams 2012. When 25-year-old Guglielmo Marconi announced the successful wireless transmission of a message across nearly 2200 miles of the Atlantic in December of 1901, Alexander Graham Bell was among the many skeptics. His resistance to the idea no doubt sprung from concern, as Marconi’s experiments, if successful, would prove a direct threat to Bell’s well-established business, reliant upon the expensive cables laid across the ocean floor by his American Telephone and Telegraph Company. But as Marconi boarded the SS Philadelphia in February of 1902 and began an incontrovertible series of tests, receiving and carefully recording transmissions well over 2000 miles of sea, Bell (along with the rest of the world) was swayed and grew increasingly impressed. While working on an experimental dirigible aircraft at his Cape Breton laboratory (aviation had long served as Bell’s second passion, leading to his establishment of the Aerial Experiment Association there five years later), Bell extended this invitation to the young scientist. Though there is no record that Marconi accepted the invitation, the two did share a series of pleasant exchanges—including heartfelt congratulations from Bell on Marconi’s achievement of the first radio message to cross the Atlantic from North America just two months later in December of 1902. An extraordinary letter connecting two of the most important figures in the development of modern communications. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
133. Daniel Boone. Manuscript Document, one page, 7.5 x 12.5, dated October 31, 1788. An
important document quantifying the tremendous surge of settlement into the trans-Appalachian west during the late 1780s, which compiles intelligence from a variety of eyewitnesses including Daniel Boone, General George Rogers Clark, General Samuel H. Parsons, General Josiah Harmar and Kentucky settler John Crawford. The account illustrates the dramatic surge in western settlement following the Revolution. Parsons reiterates an account of George Rogers Clark, then Commander at Kentucky who notes that in 1779, the entire population “in the District of Kentucky… Amounting to 176 only.” However, according to an account by General Harmar “as taken by the Police Boat” between October 31, 1786 and October 31, 1788 there were 896 boats conveying a total of 17,170 persons together with 7,384 horses, 2,240 cows, 881 sheep, and 611 wagons. Also attesting to vastly increased volume of river traffic, Daniel Boone counted 81 boats going down the Ohio river during his passage from Limestone to Wheeling in November, 1788. Not all settlers traveled by river however. At the bottom of the document is an anonymous report noting “a Body of People went from Virginia thro the Wilderness the fall of the Year 1788 Consisting of 1143.” These were likely settlers bound for Kentucky. In very good condition, with professional repairs to separations on reverse, scattered toning and staining, a few trivial edge chips and previous storage folds. All writing remains bold and legible. The large volume of migrants continued unabated and by 1792 there were enough settlers in the region that Kentucky could form as a state. An important and early account of the trans-Appalachian migration. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 39
The ‘Captains of Industry’ 134. Andrew Carnegie and Financiers. Vintage ink signature, “Andrew Carnegie,”
on an off-white 7 x 8.75 sheet from a guest book. Also signed by Henry G. Marquand (financier and art collector), Wilson G. Hunt (financier who promoted the transatlantic telegraph cable), Theodore W. Dwight (jurist and educator), Henry Parish (president of New York Life), Matthew D. Field (civil engineer and pioneer of the suspension bridge), and Hugh R. Garden (Democratic powerbroker). In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Rare 1959 document, the year Castro took power 135. Fidel Castro. DS, in Spanish, one page, 9 x 13, July 7, 1959. Document issued to appropriate funds to the Ministerio de Recuperación de Bienes Malversados in the amount of $16,000, in order to purchase furniture and office equipment necessary for the best development of the administrative agency. Signed at the conclusion by Castro as prime minister and countersigned by Manuel Urrutia Lleo as president. Embossed blue seal affixed below Castro’s signature remains intact with a slight crack at the document’s fold, and retains its original ribbon. Expected storage folds and chipping and binding holes to left edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
On the day of its publication, Churchill inscribes his biography of his father to a Lord mentioned in the book 136. Winston Churchill. Signed book: Life of Lord R. Churchill,
Volumes I and II. First edition. London: Macmillan and Co. Limited, 1906. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.75, 564 and 531 pages. Signed and inscribed on the third free end page of Volume I, “To Lord Welby from Winston S. Churchill, 1 Jan 1906.” Autographic condition: fine, with some mild edge toning to signed page. Book condition: VG-/None. Two volumes, half-bound in blue leather and marbled paper, with matching marbled endpapers and textblock edges. Both volumes have wear along edges; moderate rubbing, heaviest along spine-edges; and discoloration (especially to spines, upper edges, and tissue pages over illustrations). Front cover of volume I has been neatly reattached. Reginald Earle Welby (1832-1915) served as Permanent Secretary to the Treasury from 1885–1894. Following his retirement he was raised to the peerage as Baron Welby of Allington in the County of Lincoln. In Volume II, of this biography, Churchill quotes at length of Welby’s impression of his father when he became Chancellor of the Exchequer in 1886. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 40 | June 19, 2013 | NOTABLES
137. Charles the Bold. Duke of Burgundy from 1467–1477, referred to as Charles the Terrible by his enemies LS in French, signed “Charles,” one page, 8.5 x 9.25, March 29, 1470. A military order to Count John IV of Nassau-Dillenberg in which Charles declares himself well pleased with news he has received in a recent letter regarding the pikemen and orders that they should make their way to him. He also authorizes the use of the seal of Brabant. Intersecting folds, expected wear, and wax seal remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
The newly elected Prime Minister lets go an assistant 138. Winston Churchill. TLS
signed “Winston S. Churchill,” two pages, 7.5 x 9.5, Prime Minister letterhead, November 27, 1951. Letter to Mrs. Cowper. In part: “I have been preoccupied with national problems since becoming Prime Minister so that it is only just recently that I have been able to consider my personal affairs, and how they affect all the people who have been working for me over the past years…I am afraid, that we shall all have to face certain changes. I have decided that I would like Miss Marston to remain at No. 27 and deal with certain matters on my behalf. I propose that she shall take over the responsibilities which you have undertaken so well for me in connection with my constituency…I know how efficiently and happily you have looked after my affairs and interests in my constituency over the past years, and I wish you to know how much Mrs. Churchill and I have valued your services and your loyalty.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a punch hole to top left corner of both pages. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Buffalo Bill inscribes his life story, as told by his sister
140. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Signed book: Last of the Great 139. Henry Clay. ADS, signed “Clay pr,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, no date. Legal document suing the estate of David Rowland for non-payment of 40 pounds due to Clay’s client, William Ellis, assignee of John Breckenridge. Document concludes, “Nevertheless the said debts, although often required, the said sum of £40 to the said plt have not paid but the same to pay hitherto have refused & still do refuse to the damage of the plt.” In very good condition, with light toning along intersecting folds and dampstaining under signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Scouts: Life Story of Col. W. F. Cody by Helen Cody Wetmore. First edition. Chicago: Duluth Press Publishing Company, 1899. Hardcover, 6 x 8.25, 296 pages. Signed and inscribed on a free end page in black ink, “With the compliments of the subject, W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’ Billings, Mont., Feb. 18th 1900, To Geo. D. Hendrick.” Autographic condition: fine, with light toning and soiling to the signed page. Book condition: G+/None. Maroon cloth-covered boards with gilt titles and gilted upper textblock edge; edges heavily worn; spine rubbed, creased, and slightly sunned; rear hinge split, with board neatly reattached; interior of front hinge split; internal hinge near center of textblock split, with one page chipped and fully detached and several pages very loose. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
After completing his autobiography in less than two months, the famed naturalist graciously lends his name to a memorial 141. Charles Darwin. 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. LS signed “Ch. Darwin,” one page, 4.5 x 7.5, Down, Beckenham, Kent letterhead, December 16, 1876. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In full: “I wrote to you yesterday addressed to the care of Mr. Murray to thank you for your present, & I write now merely to say that I shall have great pleasure in signing the proposed memorial.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Darwin to an overall size of 16.5 x 14.25. In fine condition. The gentleman referred to in the letter is John Murray, Darwin’s publisher. Darwin began his autobiography, which he titled, Recollections of the Development of my Mind and Character, for his family. According to Darwin, he began writing it on about May 28, 1876, and had finished it by August 3. A splendid example boasting a particularly large signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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The first signed book from the Delaware Signer’s personal collection to appear in decades 142. Declaration of Independence: George Read. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Delaware (1733–1798). Signed book: Historical Collections; consisting of state papers and other authentic documents; intended as materials for an history of the United States of America. Philadelphia: T. Dobson, 1792. Hardcover, 8.75 x 11, 639 pages. Signed at the top of the title page with an ownership signature, “Geo: Read’s.” Autographic condition: couple pencil notations and library stamps to signed page, otherwise fine. Book condition: Ex-library, G+/None. Half-bound in brown leather with green marbled paper-covered boards; edges worn; one dark ink spot to fore-edge of textblock; leather is brittle and has several large chips, especially along spine; both covers have been reattached, with interior front hinge painted to more closely match the brown endpapers; minimal library markings, including bookplate and pencil note on front pastedown and a small inkstamp on title-page; offsetting from bookplate onto ffep; few pencil notes, including one indicating that pages 293-294 are missing; mild rubbing, soiling, and foxing. In a very attractive NF navy cloth-covered case with red leather title-piece and gilt lettering on spine. A reluctant signer of the Declaration of Independence, books signed by Read are extremely rare with only one other appearing for auction since 1982. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
143. Declaration of Independence: Roger Sherman. Partlyprinted DS, signed “Roger Sherman, Justice of the Peace,” one page, 6 x 4.75, August 3, 1765. Sherman orders the sheriff of New Haven County to bring Gershom Mattoon to court to respond to David Austin, who says “that the Defendant in and by a certain Writing or Note… promised the Plaintiff to pay unto him…the Sum of £1.17.0 Lawful Money on demand.” Document is inlaid into a slightly larger off-white sheet. Intersecting folds, a small tack hole to the left border, and some scattered slight dampstaining, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a small unsigned engraved portrait. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
144. Diana and Charles. Christmas card from 1982, 7 x 6
folded, opens to 14 x 6, embossed in gold on the outside with Prince of Wales’s feathers and Garter motto, as well as the Spencer family arms. Inside, the card bears an adorable color satin-finish 5.5 x 4.5 photo of the couple with the newly arrived Prince William. Printed opposite the photograph is the sentiment “With all good wishes for Christmas and the New Year.” Charles has inscribed the card, “Rick,” and signed at the bottom, “from Charles and,” after which Diana has signed,“Diana.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in type to Richard Wilkins in London. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Diana and Charles pose with their staff in 1986 as Diana becomes an international icon 145. Diana and Charles. Color satin-finish 9.25 x 6.25 photo of Charles and Diana seated with their staff, affixed to its original 12 x 10 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Charles 1986,” and “Diana.” In fine condition, with a mild shade of toning around image and over signatures from previous display. At this point in their marriage, Charles had restarted his relationship with Camilla Bowles, and Diana was emerging as a worldwide figure, spending less time with her husband. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
146. Thomas Edison. Classic ink ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thos. A. Edison,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition, with heavy mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
A truly remarkable, and well-documented, portrait of Einstein as he prepares for a new life in America 147. Albert Einstein. Vintage matte-finish 7 x 9.75 full-length photo of Einstein on the deck of the steamship Westernland in 1933 on his voyage to immigrate to the United States, signed in fountain pen, “Albert Einstein,” adding the date under his signature, and signed again along the top border. Stamped by Eastman Kodak in the lower border, this is, to our knowledge, an unpublished photo. Photo was originally framed and is accompanied by the original backing, which has several notes of provenance regarding the photo, with most of the notations partially faded as well. Notations state, “Albert Einstein, emmigrate [sic] to the U. S. 1933, photograph taken on ship by Charles Alfred Higgins, Jr., of Washington D. C. Autographed by Albert Einstein at Princeton, New Jersey. He settled in Princeton, N. J.” In very good condition, with only faint traces of both signatures visible due to ink fading and a thin mounting remnant along reverse top edge. As conditions in Germany deteriorated in 1933, Einstein decided to leave Europe once and for all, departing from Southhampton on October 7 with his wife Elsa, his secretary, and his assistant Dr. Walther Mayer. After arriving in New York, he eventually settled in Princeton, taking a position at the Institute for Advanced Study. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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148. Albert Einstein. Crisp ink endorsement signature, “Albert Einstein,” on the reverse of a check matted down to 2.5 x .75. Check remains fully intact beneath, and was filled out and signed by Alice Falkenberg, payable to Einstein for $5.72, September 9, 1945. Gorgeously triple-cloth-matted and framed with portrait of the genius to an overall size of 14.5 x 19.5. In very fine condition.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The founder of psychoanalysis presents his iconic photo to the Prince of Greece and Denmark, son of his beloved friend Marie Bonaparte 149. Sigmund Freud. Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 8.75 photo of Freud with his hand on his hip and a cigar clenched in his other hand, by Max Halberstadt of Hamburg, affixed to its original 9.5 x 11.5 mount, inscribed in fountain pen on the mount, in German, to Marie Bonaparte’s oldest son Pierre, Prince of Greece and Denmark, dated 1932, and signed on the portrait “Sigmund Freud.” Poor contrast to Freud’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Marie Bonaparte began treatment with Freud in 1924, well before she became a noted psychoanalyst herself. Using methods that by today’s standards would be considered highly unorthodox, Freud grew very close with his patient during their twice-a-day sessions, building a friendship that would last for the remainder of his life. In 1938, financially struggling to obtain an exit visa to escape the Nazi takeover of Vienna, Freud was rescued by Bonaparte who made the necessary funds available for he and his wife and daughter to leave; after briefly visiting with her in Paris, they moved into their new London house, an arrangement also made possible by his royal friend’s status. This stunning photograph, arguably the most famous and widely recognized image of the doctor, holds incredible value as it is inscribed to Marie’s son, Prince Peter (“Pierre”) of Greece and Denmark. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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The nonviolent practitioner in the year before India’s independence: “Our hearts are no longer mercenary” 150. Mohandas Gandhi. Rare handwritten notes in English, one page, 5 x 8, on the reverse of a partial letter to him, circa 1946. Gandhi pens 13 lines of notes, possibly in preparation for a reply to the letter. In full: “Previous Occasion. Might have been mercenary but our hearts are no longer mercenary. Yes, I used the expression ‘mercenary’ for our Indian soldiers which brought round my ears a hornets’ nest. But my use of that expression implied no reflection. It was only descriptive. Anyone who serves the fort for a King comes under that category. You cannot.” The initial letter to Gandhi read, in part: “It will be too late for me to wait for destruction by famine on such a large scale as is being experienced by the poor people of this country…I hope that you will not miss this view of mine. I can assist you to set things right before 1st April 1946, with absolute NON-VIOLENCE or even will power.” Intersecting folds, light scattered creases, and staple holes to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Gandhi’s notes appear to address the reversal of his thoughts on Indian soldiers—in the early 1920s, he condemned Indian ‘mercenaries’ volunteering for the army of the British Raj: ‘I refuse to call the profession of the sepoy honourable when he has no choice as to the time when and the persons or people against whom he is called upon to use his sword. The sepoy’s services have more often been utilized for enslaving us than for protecting us.’ However in 1945, shortly before penning these notes, Gandhi reexamined his view, writing: ‘Though I can have nothing in common with any defence by force of arms, I am never blind to the valour and patriotism often displayed by persons in arms.’ These remarkable notes, referencing his positions on the violence and nonviolence that marked much of his life and legacy, come from a time when Gandhi’s decades of hard work began to come to fruition, as his vision of a unified, independent India would soon be realized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
The sufferings of the inventor of the guillotine 151. Joseph Guillotin. French physician and politician (1738–1814) whose
name became synonymous with the ‘humane’ instrument of execution whose use he proposed to the government during the French Revolution. LS in French, signed “Guillotin,” one page, 6.5 x 8.5, no date. Letter to Senator Lemercier, saying that not only his heavy duties as a physician have prevented Guillotin from seeing the Senator but also his own illness as he had to submit himself to “two bloodlettings, vomitories and vessicatories.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a small area of paper loss to second page from wax seal. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Hancock appoints a militia captain during the Continental Army’s 1781 reorganization
152. John Hancock. Revolutionary War-dated partly-printed DS,
one page, 11.75 x 11, July 1, 1781. Hancock appoints James Shaw as “Captain of the Eleventh Company in the Fourth Regiment of Militia in the County of Plymouth whereof Gen’l Nelson Esq’r is Colonel.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Hancock as governor of Massachusetts. Beautifully double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait and nameplate to an overall size of 22.5 x 27. In very good condition, with intersecting folds with slight separations, a couple vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature, light scattered creases, toning, and soiling, and trimmed edges. In October 1780, the Continental Congress, in consultation with General Washington, passed resolutions providing for what would be the last reorganization of the Continental Army—the regimental quota for Massachusetts was reduced from 15 to 10, and all officers had to be commissioned anew. This appointment is likely a byproduct of this major realignment. Oversized. The signature on this document is spectacularly bold, easily rating a 9 out of 10. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
153. John Hancock.
Partly-printed DS, one page, 9.75 x 15, June 19, 1790. Hancock appoints “Daniel Howard of Bridgewater to be one of the Justices to keep the Peace in our County of Plimouth for the term of seven years, if during that time he shall behave well in the same office.” Nicely signed in the left border, “John Hancock,” and countersigned by John Avery. Matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Hancock to an overall size of 23 x 21.25. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few repairs to fold separations, reverse appearing to have been professionally silked, some light show-through from docketing on reverse, and toning along horizontal folds. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Remarkable archive of life insurance documents for the policy that stood uncertain during his seven-year disappearance: “Will you please attempt to develop from this policy file a rough estimate of our liability in the event that Hoffa becomes a death claim”
154. Jimmy Hoffa. Historic archive of documents related to Hoffa’s
life insurance policy through US Life, three signed by Hoffa, consisting of approximately 70 pages dated between 1955 and 1983, from Hoffa’s initial application to the insurance company’s payout to his son. Contents are loosely bound with metal clips in a 9.25 x 11.75 manila folder. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. First document is part of Hoffa’s application, signed “James R. Hoffa,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11.25, July 18, 1955. Document lists Hoffa’s occupation as “Labor Union Work,” and includes a detailed medical history report signed by his doctor.
tion of Death,” declaring Hoffa dead as of July 30, 1982, The final document is a carbon copy of Treasury Department Form 712, detailing the final payment of $50,687 to his son.
Second continues his application, signed “James R. Hoffa,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, July 30, 1955. Document lists Hoffa’s occupation as “Union Official…Executive,” with “Teamsters” as his employer, and requests a “Preferred Whole Life” policy in the amount of $50,000, with “Premium Waiver” and “Accidental Death” coverage requested.
Released from prison after serving five years of his 13-year sentence for jury tampering, attempted bribery, and fraud, Jimmy Hoffa remained subject to a non-participation clause that restricted him from joining in union activities until March 1980 (which would have been the end of his prison term, had he served his full sentence). While appealing this condition of his release, he began efforts to regain control of the union from Frank Fitzsimmons, who held equal support from the US government and underground mob leaders; Hoffa’s insistence on reinstating himself in the union made him unpopular on both sides. Scheduled to testify before a Senate committee regarding intelligence activities around the time of the Kennedy assassination (which his mob connections were rumored to have a hand in), Hoffa mysteriously disappeared on July 30, 1975, never to be heard from again. With countless enemies and numerous plausible motives to dispose of him, the case was never solved. Though his body was never found, Hoffa was officially declared dead in July of 1982, on the seventh anniversary of his disappearance. His life insurance policy, thoroughly documented in this archive, was paid in full to his son, James P. Hoffa, who went on to follow in his father’s footsteps, becoming president of the Teamsters’ Union in 1999. An incredibly rare set of documents holding three signatures of the infamous disappeared union leader. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Third is a modification to his policy changing his beneficiary, signed “James R. Hoffa,” one page, 8.5 x 11, March 3, 1967. Document names his son, James P. Hoffa, as the beneficiary of the policy. Includes a copy of the modified policy. The balance of the archive consists of internal memos and documents, and letters from James P. Hoffa and lawyers following the disappearance of his father. Among these is a typed memo from three months after Hoffa’s disappearance, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 4, 1975, in part: “Will you please attempt to develop from this policy file a rough estimate of our liability in the event that Hoffa becomes a death claim which is to be paid by United States Life…I’d like to have an idea of just what our exposure is.” A later internal document, dated September 24, 1982, lists “Cause of Death: Unknown,” and “Circumstances, if relevant: Teamster leader—missing for 7 years.” Following this is a copy of the State of Michigan Probate Court’s “Order of Presump48 | June 19, 2013 | NOTABLES
“From His ‘mute, sightless, visitant,’ who speaks through the printed page and sees with the eyes of those who read it” 157. Helen Keller.
155. Jimmy Hoffa. Blank greeting card, 3.75 x 5.25, with a color image of blue jays on snow-covered branches, signed inside in blue ballpoint, “James R. Hoffa.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $150)
First class headright Houston 1844 land grant, boasting a Texas-size signature
Signed book: The Story of My Life. NY: D o u b l e d a y, Page and C o m p a n y, 1903. Hardcover, 5.25 x 8, 441 pages. Signed and inscribed in pencil on the first free end page to poet Edmund C. Stedman quoting his description of her in his poem ‘Helen Keller,’ “To Edmund C. Stedman From His ‘mute, sightless, visitant,’ who speaks through the printed page and sees with the eyes of those who read it. Helen Keller, March Sixteenth, 1903.” Autographic condition: fine, with expected light soiling and slight rubbing. Book condition: VG/ None. Burgundy cloth-covered boards with gilt titles and gilted upper textblock edge; minor bumps at corners; light rubbing, mostly along spine-edges; front hinge and one interior hinge cracked; textblock edges and feps slightly yellowed; two previous owners’ bookplates to front pastedown, along with a small address written in pencil; vertical crease down rfep. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Lifting the spirits of a young collector 155. Sam Houston. Partly-printed DS, one page, 16.25 x 14, October 28, 1844, a first class headright land grant issued to Samuel M. Harris for one third league of land, amounting to 1,476 acres. Impressively signed at the conclusion by Sam Houston, President of the Republic of Texas and countersigned by Texas Commissioner of the General Land Office, Thomas William ‘Peg Leg’ Ward, who was the 19th mayor of Austin, Texas and United States consul to Panama. Framed to an overall size of 22.5 x 18.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, some small areas of paper loss and separations along folds, and expected mild toning. This first class headright grant encompasses a significant portion of the new city of Houston and Buffalo Bayou. The grantee, Samuel M. Harris arrived in Texas in 1832 and is the fourth brother of John R. Harris, founder of Harrisburg. The Harris brothers were merchants that built the first steam saw mill in Texas, established a tannery, and operated steamships based in Buffalo Bayou. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
158. Helen Keller. TLS, signed in pencil, one page, 7 x 10.5, July 25, 1924. Letter to a young collector. In part: “Your sweet letter came this morning, and made me very happy. It is always delightful to know we have given happiness to another…I am pleased to know that your autograph collection is growing so amazingly. It must be very interesting to get letters from ‘worth while’ people.” In fine condition, with a couple spots of toning along bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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159. Helen Keller.
Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Keller from her later years, signed along the bottom in pencil. A small tear to left edge, a crease to lower left corner, and moderate to poor contrast to Keller’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
“I fear these are most terribly sad days for Islam & saddest of all is the…selfish activity & blindness of most of our people”
161. Nikita Khrushchev. DS, signed in red
pencil, in Russian, one page, 8 x 11.25, April 4, 1944. An update on the medical condition of General Vatutin sent to Joseph Stalin. In part: “The professors who are testing Comrade Vatutin think that the patient remains in very critical condition, but, in comparison to the state of things on April 1, there are signs of improvement…There were no chills or sweating…Right now the patient is sleeping. The doctors report that the fever is subsiding. The morning blood test shows improvement…The wound dressing will take place at 12 o’clock.” Expected document wear and a couple of small tears to left edge, otherwise fine condition. On February 28, 1944, Vatutin regrouped for a new operation and was heading to Slavuta when he was ambushed by the Ukrainian Insurgent Army far behind the front lines near the village of Mylyatyn in Ostroh Raion. He did not immediately die from his wounds and was taken to a hospital for treatment. This letter was written roughly two weeks before Vatutin would succumb to sepsis, resulting from his injuries. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Extremely early Christmas card from two future kings 162. King Edward VIII and King George VI. Scarce Christ160. Aga Khan III. Widely traveled forty-eighth Imam of the Shia
Ismaili Muslims (1877–1957) who was much lauded for his humanitarian efforts. ALS signed “Aga Khan,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, Land’s End letterhead, no date. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I fear these are most terribly sad days for Islam & saddest of all is the…selfish activity & blindness of most of our people. My task is all the harder since even the active & educated & good do not realise that the faults of the past can not be undone in a day & all sudden efforts must lead to greater disaster…I feel that all effort should be concentrated on education of Moslem youth & conversion of depressed & hopelessly irreligious castes & classes.” In very good condition, with light overall toning and soiling and various brushes to ink. Many of Khan’s beliefs on improvement of society relied on advancing education, making this an especially pertinent and interesting letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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mas card from 1907 featuring a color image of a seaside scene on the front, measuring 3.25 x 5.75 closed, signed inside beneath a printed poem by the young future kings, Edward VIII, “Edward,” and George VI, “Albert,” as well as their brother Prince Henry, “Henry.” Scattered foxing inside and the binding ribbon present but frayed, otherwise fine condition. At the time of signing, Edward was 13 years old, Albert was 12, and Henry was 7. Upon becoming king in 1937, Albert assumed the regnal name ‘George VI’ to emphasize continuity with his father and restore confidence in the monarchy. Early items such as this are quite rare and highly sought after. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
165. King George IV. King of Great Britain and Ireland (1762–1830)
163. King Edward VIII. Exceptional vintage matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 full-length portrait of Edward in cavalry uniform by Vandyk of London affixed to its original 7 x 10 photographer’s mount, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Edward P, 1919.” In fine condition. A choice portrait of the future king. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
from 1820 to his death. The eldest son of George III, he alienated his subjects with his prodigious spending and contemptuous treatment of his wife, Queen Caroline, whom he refused to admit to his coronation. Partial partly-printed vellum DS, signed “George R,” one page, 1820–21. The king appoints Henry Poole to the position of Second Lieutenant in the Royal Regiment of Artillery, signed at the top in black ink. In very good condition, with trimmed top and right edge, intersecting folds, and scattered light foxing. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Criticizing Catherine the Great’s court, a “system that has neither justice, reason, nor policy for its foundation” 164. King George III. Autograph letter, one page, 4.5 x 7.25, February 12, 1782. George writes to Lord Stormont. In full: “The two Notes Ld. Stormont has drawn up, and which He means to deliver tomorrow to the Russian Minister are very judicious but one cannot help lamenting at the strange conduct of that Court that can be driving on a system that has neither justice, reason, nor policy for its foundation.” Beautifully triple-cloth-matted and framed with an image of the king to an overall size of 18 x 14. In good condition, with mild overall toning and soiling, staining along right edge (touching several words of the text), and partial separations along folds (tapereinforced on the reverse). The writing is dark, clear, and legible. Britain was in the midst of negotiating a peace treaty with her original Thirteen Colonies when she declared war with the Netherlands in 1780. Despite an alliance with Russia, Catherine the Great had informed Dutch officials that Russia would not necessarily guarantee protection of their ships on the high seas under a neutrality agreement. While British ships captured or destroyed Dutch vessels they believed to be trading with Britain’s enemies during the Revolutionary War, the king was careful not to provoke Catherine’s wrath, as the actions could have led to an all out war with Russia. Thus, he dispatched Lord Stormont to do what he could to placate her, including considering giving Russia control of the Mediterranean island Minorca. Through it all, King George was leery of any affairs with Russia, here noting his skepticism of the country and its tyranny, a “system that has neither justice, reason, nor policy for its foundation.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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166. King Henry IV. King of France
(born 1553), the first of the Bourbon line, who ruled from 1589 until he was assassinated in 1610. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “Henry,” one page, 12.5 x 9, January 1594. An order to the treasurer to pay 1200 gold ecus, signed at the conclusion by the king. In very good condition, with signature extremely light and partially legible, a central vertical fold, clipped lower edge, and a few widely scattered pinholes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
167. King Manuel I. King of
Portugal, born in 1469, who ruled from 1495–1521). Manuscript vellum DS, in Spanish, signed “El Ray,” one page, 16.25 x 9.25, 1502. A document decreeing Don Diogo de Noronha to pay his father-in-law, Don Diego Meneses an annual pension of 24,000 reis. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, several small holes, a couple lightly affecting a few words of text and scattered soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Rare and amazing assemblage of civil rights icons, including MLK, Parks, and Abernathy
168. Martin Luther King, Jr. Signed book: The Desegregated Heart. First edition, later printing. NY: William Morrow and Company, 1962. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 364 pages. Signed in blue ballpoint on the first free end page, “Best wishes, Martin Luther King, Jr.,” and also signed in ballpoint on the first free end page and front pastedown, “Freedom Now!! Rosa Parks,” “Sincerely, James Farmer,” “Best wishes Ralph David Abernathy,” “Aaron E. Henry,” “James T. Bevel,” “Bayard Rustin,” and “Wyatt Tee Walker.” Autographic condition: fine, with a few light spots and some scattered light toning to pastedown and first free end page, none affecting King’s signature. Book condition: VG/G. Pale green cloth-covered spine and illustrated white paper-covered boards; mild wear to edges with small tears at corners and spine-ends; spine slightly sunned; light soiling; textblock edges and feps slightly yellowed. Dust jacket is in two pieces, with significant chips/tears and creases along edges and folds; lightly rubbed, soiled, and yellowed. An outstanding and possibly unique collection of civil rights pioneers, as King and Parks are seldom, if ever, seen on the same item. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Crisp signature from the year of his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech 169. Martin Luther King, Jr. Highly desirable vintage ballpoint signature, “Best wishes, Martin Luther King, Jr.,” on an off-white 5.5 x 7.5 sheet. Nicely triple-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 15. Intersecting folds passing through the signature and light overall creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original collector, who notes that he obtained this in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1963. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The Chief Justice recommends a friend’s son for Midshipman in the Navy 170. John Marshall. Influential American statesman and jurist
(1755–1835) who served as the fourth Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Among the notable cases over which Marshall presided were the judicial review landmark Marbury v. Madison (1803) and the 1807 trial of Aaron Burr for treason. ALS signed “J. Marshall,” one page, 4.75 x 7.5, February 16, 1816. Letter to an unidentified recipient. In full: “I am very intimately acquainted with the Father of Mr. Richard Barton & with his family. I am also acquainted with his character. He is an applicant for the warrant of midshipman in the navy of the United States. I have the utmost confidence in his personal merit & in his being educated in such manners as to fit him for the service. I wish him success.” In fine condition, with two light vertical folds passing through signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Extraordinarily rare piece from one of 16th-century Europe’s most fascinating monarchs— the earliest Mary letter ever to come to auction 171. Mary, Queen of Scots. Very early and incredibly rare LS in French, signed “Your very affectionate and good-hearted Niece, Marie
R,” one page, 8 x 12.25, March 8, 1564. Letter to Antoinette de Bourgogne apologizing for the lateness of several letters. In full (translated): “My aunt, excuse the old date of my letters [letters abbreviated in the text] since they have been written because of such rear/head wind that it was not possible for the porter who is in fact a good seaman to take them. But I assure you that it is not his fault for I have a good and faithful servant. Nothing has occurred since his last dispatch that he will have finished for me after having kissed your hands and pray to God to grant you what you desire.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, mounting remnants and repairs to right edge, and scattered foxing, none affecting the legibility of the letter. Published in A. Labanoff’s Lettres, Instructions et Memoires de Marie Stuart, Reine d’Ecosse (London 1844), volume I. Queen of Scotland at only six days old, Mary’s hand became a crucial element in 16th century European politics. When the Scottish parliament annulled her betrothal to Prince Edward of England, war ensued, resulting in the Scottish defeat at Pinkie in 1547. The five-year-old queen was sent to the French court, where she would spend the remainder of her childhood. There she married Francis, Dauphin of France, who was crowned Francis II in 1559, making her queen consort at age 17. Her reign in France was short-lived, however, when she became a widow the following year and returned to her native land of Scotland. Torn between Catholic and Protestant factions, Scotland provided a dangerous and complex political scene with which Mary was entirely unfamiliar; though a devout Catholic, she accepted the newly established Protestant ascendancy, causing both factions to regard her with suspicion. Anxious to gain control and ambitious for the English throne, she married her first cousin, Lord Darnley, in 1565. Auction records since 1950 do not list a single letter from Mary pre-dating this marriage, making this piece of the utmost scarcity and desirability. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
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“I shall always be what I have been so far, a Catholic Christian, neither a liar nor a hypocrite,” the former queen passionately defends herself against accusations of religious infidelity in the first Catherine ALS we have ever offered 173. Catherine de Medici. Queen Consort of France (born Florence, 1519) from 1547 to 1559 and mother of three French kings: Francis II, Charles IX, and Henry III. ALS in French, signed “Caterine,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 12, April 16, 1562. Letter to Sebastien de L’Aubespine, bishop of Limoges, defending herself against the accusation of having converted to Protestantism. In full (translated): “I accept that all these gentlemen write to the King of Spain on the way I [dis]respect the religion; not to witness what I want either before God or before men, my faith or my good works, but to talk about the lies that were told about me and slander that was made to me. Because it has long been told anything else than it was at this time, people lied; I have not changed or harmed or stolen, in the way I have lived my religion for forty-three years, and I called and fed and I do not know if anyone can say the same. I was married without sin, and this lie has lasted for too long not to feel angry at the end and mainly, when you feel a clear conscience and that is very bad that they talk much about that. Kindly show this letter to the Duc d’Albon and The King, my son, because I do not want them to think that I am begging for a witness, as I have been living all my life in the right way. But I did write, as I cannot stand that one talks about my attitude towards charity and I want to shut the mouths of those who invent and say, without being willing to help. And they do everything to get me away from the good graces of the King, my son, whom I consider more important than my own life. Assure me well before leaving that no power may decrease and tell the Queen, my daughter, if she wants to do something to make me happy to live, she shall talk to me and do all that is good for me, I shall always be what I have been so far, a Catholic Christian, neither a liar nor a hypocrite, and you shall always find me to be so.” Intersecting folds, a thin mounting strip and small repair to left edge, and a small collector’s stamp to bottom edge of reverse, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s 1995. When Catherine’s son, King Francis II died in 1560, she was appointed regent on behalf of her ten-year-old son King Charles IX, giving her enormous political power. Initially hopeful that growing hostilities between Catholics and the rebelling Protestants, or Huguenots, could be quelled with compromise, she passed the controversial Edict of Saint-Germain in January of 1562, granting Huguenots private worship outside of towns. Accusations that Catherine had rejected Catholicism abounded, and she frequently defended herself as in this letter to L’Aubespine, the French Ambassador to Spain; vehemently denying that she has changed her religion, she asks that the letter be shown to her son-in-law King Philip II and his queen (her daughter, Elizabeth de Valois). Unable to ignore the hurtful slander, she writes, “I do not want them to think that I am begging for a witness, as I have been living all my life in the right way. But I did write, as I cannot stand that one talks about my attitude towards charity and I want to shut the[ir] mouths.” As the French Wars of Religion began and criticism of her leniency intensified, Catherine renounced her hopes of compromise and encouraged what would become some of the most brutal and excessive persecutions in history, including the St. Bartholomew’s Day massacre of 1572, in which thousands of Huguenots were killed throughout France. With such fervid and personal self-defense pouring from the hand of the most powerful woman in France, this is an outstanding letter in both its content and its rarity—the only Catherine ALS we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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“When they are on leave I am all I can be for them, as a woman,” boasts the famed courtesan of her war-time efforts: “I know that during long nights I am in their mind, as they are in mine” 172. Mata Hari. Very rare war-dated ALS in French, signed vertically “Marguerite Zelle MacLeod,” eight pages on two sets of adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 7, Grand Hotel, Paris letterhead, August 20, [1916]. Letter to “Monsieur Pettipied” telling him about her life, her friends, and Paris. In full (translated): “Here I am already almost two months on a trip and it is May I have not yet given you any news. It was a little your fault, because one day, that I had come to the consulate for these inevitable papers, you had greeted me a little abruptly. Maybe were you annoyed, or a little bothered, be it I thought, that it would be wiser of me not to come disturb you unnecessarily and here is the reason for which I left without telling you goodbye. Good enough if I misjudged and if you wish, I will always be happy to write you from time to time. Here I am in Paris and as you can see staying at the Gd Hotel it is not what there is best but it is centralized and I have too many fittings to do to be living further away. I have the great pleasure up to now to have my friends alive, even so they are at the front since the first day of war and on front lines. When they are on leave I am all I can be for them, as a woman, and when they are not, I am the ‘pen friend.’ At first I was making fun of ‘pen friends’ because some are ridiculous, but deep down there is something of very kind, of very French; and there, I became one also, we care for them with these thirty thousand things that an officer needs and that he cannot procure for himself and then letters, letters with words of love such I would never dare tell them and I know that during long nights I am in their mind, as they are in mine. And, you never can guess who often take the place of their thoughts? My great Marguerite’s friend who has always remained my confident for a long time, the one that I forget each time the one that I am always happy to see again. I had dinner again with him last night, but very 56 | June 19, 2013 | NOTABLES
briefly, because he had night duty at the Ministry. The atmosphere in Paris is always Parisian, there is the unexpected and they have the smile, not knowing why. One feel as being graceful amiable, because they are toward us. I am seriously thinking of coming back to live here, but I dare not speak about it to the Baron v d C. [Cappellen] I know that I would cause him grief so I wait.” In fine condition, with a small red pencil notation to first page as well as a small spot of soiling. Provenance: Bonhams, 2011. Living as a kept woman under the care of the wealthy Colonel Baron Van Der Capellen of the Dutch Army at the start of World War I, Mata Hari grew restless with her relatively quiet life in The Hague and pined for the attention of her recently declined career. Traveling freely as a citizen of the neutral Netherlands, she resumed many of the intimate relationships she had built during her heyday as a courtesan, connecting with high-ranking military officers and politicians throughout Europe. She made her temporary home at the luxurious Grand Hotel in Paris, earning a generous living—up to a thousand francs a night—caring for her ‘friends’ on and off the battlefield. “I am all I can be for them, as a woman,” she writes, explaining her gentle provision of the “thirty thousand things that an officer needs and that he cannot procure for himself and then letters, letters with words of love such I would never dare tell them.” An incredibly scarce war-dated letter, written in the midst of the international liaisons that would result in the espionage charges that led to her execution the following year. One of only a handful letters from the intriguing mistress that we have offered! Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Dejected and out of funds, Morse reaches out to a friend: “Immersed in studies and scientific experiment, I have had no time to visit my nearest much less to correspond with my absent friends” 174. Samuel F. B. Morse. ALS signed “Sam. F. B. Morse,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 10, April 3, 1841. Letter to Catherine Pattison. In part: “What has become of my amiable Troy friends? I have feared almost to inquire after them lest I should hear some trouble had befallen them which might account for their long Silence. Friend Catherine, you owe me a letter, it is long, very long since I heard from you or of you…I have myself been in many troubles in various Shapes, which have kept me secluded for two years past. I have made no visits and have scarcely seen anyone. Immersed in studies and scientific experiment, I have had no time to visit my nearest much less to correspond with my absent friends, but I do not forget them ‘for a’ that.’ I have heard by the way that you have had a fine portrait of you painted. Do let me see you in the picture if I may not see you in reality, and therefore do consent to let your portrait come to N. York the ensuing week to be placed upon the walls of our new and splendid Exhibition rooms…Will none of you be in N. York this Spring or Summer? I am thinking of a short and flying visit to the west in a few weeks (if they do not put me in the White House in the park), and after I have seen my daughter on board the Steamer for her European tour, with my brother and his new-married wife who leave shortly for England, France & Italy.” Fragile intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, paper loss to edge of second integral page from seal, a few spots of trivial toning from seal, and a couple of small separations at junctions of folds, otherwise fine condition. In 1839, Morse dejectedly returned from a three-year trip to Europe to seek financial support for his telegraph. For the next four years, he worked feverishly to improve his invention, and obtain funds from Congress to build an experimental line from Washington, DC, to Baltimore. A deeply personal letter from Morse at the low point of his career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Of the continents perhaps I like America the best because I know it best but they are all one shining rejoicing together in divine harmony” 175. John Muir. Naturalist and author who gained the establishment of Yosemite National Park. Rare ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 24, 1913. Letter to Miss Pomeroy. In full: “I’m not able to give a worthwhile reply to your letter. All the world is my playground and workground and prayground. Our glorious planet is one divine countenance and on all its features—seas lakes rivers skies continents islands forever radiating beauty on beauty. I look and wander and wander in lowly devout admiration and love. Of the continents perhaps I like America the best because I know it best but they are all one shining rejoicing together in divine harmony. And for all this of what avail is a photograph? Nothing but open eyes will answer.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. A photocopy of Miss Eleanor Wilbur Pomeroy’s August 1, 1913, letter to Muir is included. An enthusiastic testimonial to his beautiful nation. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Descriptive working passage from The Mountains of California 176. John Muir. Partial autograph manuscript, one page, 8 x 3.75, part of a page from
Muir’s working draft of The Mountains of California. Muir writes, in full: “Flower. Grasses are especially abundant, & grow tall & luxuriant, serving as pastures for [crossed out “immense flocks”] 100s of 1000s of sheep, that are driven from the arid plains every summer as soon as the snow is melted.” Page is affixed to an 8.5 x 5.5 off-white sheet. In fine condition, with some light soiling to three corners from adhesive on the reverse and a central horizontal fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Ordering troops to the strategic port cities of Havre and Dieppe 177. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Nap,” one page, 7.25 x 9, October 13, 1810. Letter to the Duke de Feltre, Minister of War General Henri Clarke. In full (translated): “Duke de Feltre, send orders to the 4th Regiment of the line which is in the Boulogne camp, to proceed to Havre, for garrison duty, furnishing the necessary posts in the town of Dieppe. I pray God that he will have you in His Holy guard.” In the text, Napoleon has added, “Dieppe.” In the lower left is pinned a short note in French, 4 x 1.75, possibly in the hand of the Duke de Feltre: “Rec the 14th October and remitted the 15 to M. Gerard.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, with vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Notes penned by Pasteur in his laboratory shortly before his breakthrough in fermentation 178. Louis Pasteur. Autograph manuscript, in French, one page, both sides, 7.25 x 9.5, dated June 19–28, [1857], headed at the top in pencil in an unknown hand, “(fermentation de l’acide Tartrique) From his laboratory notebook tartaric acid.” Seven groups of 11 numbered items, possibly test tubes, have been handwritten by Pasteur: One group on June 19th, four groups on June 22nd, and two groups on June 28th. In his notes to the right of the June 19th group, Pasteur brackets Numbers 1 and 2 and, in French, compares numbers 5 and 7 with 8 and 9, concluding “In the same way N. 8 and 9 during the 24 first hours.” He then pens “Report of N.3 and 4 / N.1 and 2 = 4, 6.” On June 22nd, Pasteur brackets four additional pairs of numbers and “Report = 4, 3.” There are numerous brackets on the second page. In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Our first offering of the new Pope 179. Pope Francis. Rare color satin-finish 5.75 x 8.25 photo of Pope Francis as a cardinal, signed in black felt tip, adding “Archbishop of Buenos Aires,” beneath his signature in German. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a photo from the time of signing. Consignor notes that this was signed at a reunion of cardinals in Rome during 2012. According to our sources, Pope Francis has not been answering throughthe-mail autograph requests, creating the potential for him to be one of the rarest modern pope autographs. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
180.
Pope Pius X.
Born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto in 1835, Pius X served as pope from 1903 until his death in 1914. Known for his conservative, anti-modernist philosophies, he became, in 1954, the first pope to be elevated to sainthood since Pius V in 1712. Vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 8.5 full-length photo by d’Alessandri of Rome, affixed to a slightly larger mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Pius PP. X,” with a sentiment in Latin written above the signature in another hand and a photographer’s stamp to left side of image. Slightly trimmed edges, some mild silvering, and a few bends, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The publishing baron appoints a prominent St. Louis banker to serve as his proxy 181. Joseph Pulitzer. Rare partly-printed DS, one page, 8 x 6.75, March 10, 1900. Proxy appointment reads, in part: “I, Joseph Pulitzer do hereby constitute and appoint Charles Parsons Attorney and Agent for me, and in my name, place, and stead, to vote as my proxy at a meeting of stock holders of the Pulitzer Publishing Company of St. Louis, Missouri.” Ink blotches to first two letters of signature, and a few other stray ink marks, otherwise fine condition. One of a mere handful of Pulitzer documents that have come to market. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
182. Queen Anne. Queen of England (born 1665), the last British monarch in the Stuart dynasty, who reigned from 1702 until her death in 1714. Among the most notable events of her reign was the passage of the Act of Union in 1707, which resulted in the creation of Great Britain from the union of England and Scotland. Manuscript DS, in Old English, signed “Anne R,” one page, 9 x 14, September 4, 1703. Document to the Commissioners “for the Affairs of our Royall Hospitall at Chelsea” on several “late Reduced invalids,” who have been brought to the hospital. In part: “We being graciously disposed in Consideration of their services, that provision be made for them in the best manner that may be our will and pleasure therefore is, and we do hereby Direct and Require you to take Care That Thirty five men of the whole number lately reduced, be forthwith Received into our said Royal Hospitall and Companys of Invalids, and that you likewise take care, that one of such Moneys as are or shall be appointed for this use.” In good condition, with partial separations to fragile intersecting folds, toning to upper half of front, tape repairs to reverse, and chipping to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 59
Support for the soldier who saved her from ‘Bloody Mary’
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183. Queen Elizabeth I. Queen regent
of England and Ireland (1533–1603), daughter of Henry VIII, who reigned from November 17, 1558, until her death. Extremely rare manuscript DS, in Early Modern English, boldly signed at the top, “Elizabeth R,” one page both sides, 9 x 12, September 4, 1570. Elizabeth orders Sir Henry Sidney, Lord Deputy of Ireland, to help rectify financial issues being had by William Piers. Lengthy document states, in part (spelling and grammar retained): “Right trustie and welbeloved we grete you well, we have our self hard this bearer capteyn William Perse…where of late time we graunted that he shuld have an estate in reversion for term of certen yeres of the late Abbey of Tresternaugh with the land and possessions thereto belonging…we be informed by the said Perse that our surveior there hath by a survey made increased the rent therof farr above that which one Robert Jans late tenant of the same did paie, so as the said William Perse if he shuld paie so great a rent as now by the survey is newly incresed shuld not have anie benefit by our grant as we intended; we ar plesed to remitt the consideration hereof to you…to reform and diminishe the rent newly incresed by the surveior to such a resonable rate as your self shall think convenient for the benefit of the said William Perse…we understand also by him that he hath of his own cost & charge builded a house in our towne of Knockfargus upon our soile…and do leave the same to your consideration giving you authoritie herby to cause such estate either in taile or fee simple to be made to him with reservation of such rent as your self shall think resonable…we have also upon his recommendation of the good faithfull and constant service of Sir Bryan Mackphellyme caused that ether a cheine of gold or a portion of plate of the value of fortie poundes shuld be delivered to the said Pers to be in our name speciallie by him given to the said Mackphellym…we have also taken order for the satisfaction of the said Perse for his demand of money due as he hath informed our councell…thus you maie see how we are favorably disposed toward our said servant thinking him worthy of all this our favor.” Reverse of second integral page is docketed in several different hands. Beautifully archivally cloth matted and framed with a portrait of the Queen to an overall size of 25.75 x 20. In very good condition, with mild dampstaining to both pages (some over the signature, but not affecting the boldness or legibility of the signature or document whatsoever), small separation and reinforcement along hinge, slight paper loss to right edge of first page, second integral page professionally inlaid to a slightly larger sheet, and two W. C. Putnam Collection stamps to reverse of first page and front of second integral page. The man featured in this letter, William Piers (c. 1510–1603), was an English constable sent to Ireland by Queen Elizabeth in 1566. Especially noted for his attempts to drive the Scots from Ulster, he was appointed governor of Carrickfergus [Knockfargus] in 1568. The reasons for the requests of special treatment in this document can be ascertained from Burke’s Peerages and Baronetcies, which describes Piers as ‘a distinguished soldier and a great favorite of Queen Elizabeth’ who ‘on more than one occasion saved her from the vengeance of her step-sister, Queen Mary.’ Captain Piers clearly ingratiated himself with Elizabeth by at times protecting her from the wrath of ‘Bloody Mary,’ thus earning her favor and a lifetime of substantial support. Recognizing Piers for his outstanding service, the Queen rewarded him with a large land grant which included the grounds of Tristernagh Abbey—a generous endowment apparently undermined by the recent appraisal of the property. In order to correct this, she not only orders Sidney to cut the recently increased rent, but asks that he offer Piers a low rate for his second property and provide him with additional renumeration due in the form of gold. An extraordinarily rare and truly remarkable document with incredible content and intimate associations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1500)
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Having recently published his account of the Discovery Expedition, Scott prepares to “return to my regular naval work” 188. Robert Falcon Scott. British naval
officer and explorer (1868–1912) best known for the two expeditions he led to the Antarctic in 1901–1904 and 1910–1912. During the second of these, the Terra Nova Expedition, extreme weather, poor health, and a shortage of supplies led to the death of Scott and his party. ALS signed “Rob. F. Scott,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 6, personal letterhead, November 2. Letter to Mrs. Noble. In full: “Very many thanks for your nice remarks about my book. It gave me quite a lot of trouble but I feel more than repaid by its unexpected reception. It is very good of you to ask me to the Henley Ball but at the end of this month I return to my regular naval work and for three months it will hold me fast at Devonport—too long a cry I fear for me to think of Henley. But I should very much like to come to see you again before I am spirited away to duty—I am living now at rather high pressure so I am going to ask whether you will allow me to come down on Sat 11th and vanish on Sunday 12th—I wish I could accept your charming invitation & spend a week end but I have an engagement on the 12th. With kindest regards.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, with vertical fold lightly passing through portion of signature, a few corner creases, and scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine condition. In October 1905, Scott published his book The Voyage of Discovery, recounting his 1901–1904 expedition to the Antarctic. When he returned from the Antarctic, he was welcomed as a national hero and took a leave of absence from the Navy to lecture about his voyage and write the book, which perhaps related to his “quite a lot of trouble” in completing the manuscript. Several months after the account’s “unexpected” enthusiastic reception, Scott would resume his full-time naval career as Assistant Director of Naval Intelligence in January 1906. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Involved in “very pressing work,” which would soon result in a new power source, Tesla sends an apology 189. Nikola Tesla. ALS signed “N. Tesla,” one page, 5.25 x 6.75,
personal letterhead, November 11, 1931. Letter to Benjamin de Casseres. In full: “Your letter of the 7th inst. found me engaged in very pressing work otherwise I would not have been so tardy in assuring you that I shall look with pleasure to a meeting at mutual convenience. I have no knowledge of Miss Clive beyond that conveyed by her frequent letters which reflects unusual intelligence as well as erratic character. She is strangely infatuated and lives in an illusion which I have never had the heart to shatter as it seems to make her happy.” Letter has been expertly silked for preservation. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Heartfelt letter of the Soviet dictator to his only daughter: “I’m alive and well” 190. Joseph Stalin. ALS in Russian, boldly written in
blue pencil, signed “Secretary of Housekeeper Setanka. J.Stalin,” one page, 5.25 x 7.75, no date. Letter to his daughter, Svetlana whom he calls “Setanka.” In full (translated): “Hello. My Little Sparrow! Don’t be angry with me for not answering right away. I was very busy. I’m alive and well. I feel fine. I give my Little Sparrow a big hug.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creases. Any Stalin correspondence is unusually rare and highly desirable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Preparing for his departure, Shackleton pays the expedition’s secretary 191. Ernest Shackleton. Imperial Trans-Atlantic Expedition bank check, 8.25 x 4.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Shackleton, “E. H. Shackleton,” as expedition commander, payable to Cash for £50.0.0, July 3, 1914. Check is also signed by secretary Frank W. White, who has also crossed out “order,” and written, “Bearer F. W. W.” Check is stamped at the bottom, “The Shackleton Collection.” Central vertical fold, ink cancellation through signature, small hole to body, and bank stamp above signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“Do all it takes to prevent repercussions for everyone, above all to the group ‘The Commune’” 192. Leon Trotsky. Russian Communist leader (1879–1940) who, with Lenin, organized the Bolshevik seizure of power during the October Revolution of 1917. TLS in French, signed “Your L. Trotsky,” one page, 7.25 x 11, September 22, 1938. Letter to his lawyer, Gerard Rosenthal. In full (translated): “It appears the simplest solution concerning Sieva is to appoint myself guardian and give you full power necessary as my lawyer. My dear friend, your mission is not going to be easy nor pleasant. But unfortunately there is no other way. You and Rosmer could consult with Henri and suggest to him to do all it takes to prevent repercussions for everyone, above all to the group ‘The Commune.’ In any case, I am determined to see this matter through. I don’t quite understand why Leon’s apartment remains sealed. Is it because of Jeanne’s attitude? At any rate, I insist that nothing be done in this matter as long as the question of the archives and Sieva is not resolved.” Two single vertical and horizontal folds, a uniform shade of toning, and some light spotting to lower right edge, otherwise fine condition. Trotsky writes to his lawyer Gerard Rosenthal regarding his grandson Sieva, the son of Trotsky’s daughter Zinaida. After being stripped of her Soviet citizenship, Zinaida committed suicide in 1933, and the boy then lived with Trotsky’s son, Leon Sedov, who would die mysteriously in February of 1938. Many believed he was assassinated by the NKVD, especially since his death was preceded by the murder of several prominent European Trotskyists. The boy was then taken in by Jeanne Molinier, wife of a French Trotskyist leader, who refused to give up the child. In this letter, Trotsky assigns Rosenthal the power of attorney to retrieve his grandson. He also mentions the French Communist leader Alfred Rosmer, who had broken politically with Trotsky years before but remained his personal friend. A fascinating letter documenting Trotsky’s fight for custody of his grandson. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Incredibly rare offering from an executed anarchist 193. Bartolomeo Vanzetti. Italian-born fish peddler, he and Nicola Sacco were charged with armed robbery and murder in Massachusetts. On April 15, 1920, the paymaster and a guard at a South Braintree shoe factory were murdered for $15,776. Sacco and Vanzetti, both anarchists, were arrested. Although the prosecution could not trace the money to the defendants, they were convicted and later executed. Engraved Christmas Card poem, 4.75 x 3.25, signed in fountain pen “Bartolomeo Vanzetti.” The greeting reads in full: “Never a Christmas morning, Never an old Year ends, But someone thinks of someone, Old Thoughts, Old Times, Old Friends.” In fine condition, with a few faint bends and light toning and soiling. A scarce example as any material from Vanzetti rarely appears for sale. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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194. Oakes Ames
195. Roald Amundsen
196. Elizabeth Arden
198. James G. Blaine
199. George S. Boutwell MB $150
200. British Prime Ministers
201. Dale Carnegie
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203. Chen Tung Liang Cheng
204. Konstantin Chernenko
205. Howard Coit
206. Schuyler Colfax
207. Sir Astley P. Cooper
208. Dalai Lama
209. Moshe Dayan
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202. Nicolae Ceausescu
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197. Benazir Bhutto MB $100
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210. John DeLorean MB $100
211. Juan DeMiralles MB $200
212. John Dewey MB $100
213. DNA: Watson and Crick MB $200
214. DNA: Watson and Crick
215. John Franklin
216. Carlo Gambino
217. Indira Gandhi
218. Bill Gates
219. Jane Goodall
220. Horace Greeley
221. Wilfred T. Grenfell
222. Francesco Guicciardini
223. Isaac Israel Hayes
224. Edmund Hillary
225. Edmund Hillary
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226. J. Edgar Hoover
227. J. Edgar Hoover
228. Francis D. Inch
230. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill
231. Ted Kennedy
232. John Kerry
233. John Kerry
234. King George I
235. King George II
236. King George IV
237. Henry Kissinger
238. Henry Kissinger
239. Fiorello LaGuardia
240. Fiorello LaGuardia
241. John L. LeConte
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229. Helen Keller MB $100
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242. Thomas Lipton
243. David Lloyd George
244. David Lloyd George
246. Harold Macmillan
247. Nelson Mandela
248. Elsa Maxwell
250. John McCain
251. Joseph McCarthy
252. Robert McNamara
253. Margaret Mead
254. Golda Meir
255. James Meredith
256. Robert A. Millikan
257. Gaspard Monge
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245. Anne-Charles Lorry MB $100
249. Giuseppe Mazzini MB $200
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258. Moses Montefiore
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260. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III
261. Benito Mussolini
262. Ralph Nader
263. Ralph Nader
264. Ralph Nader
265. Napoleon III
266. Jacques Necker
267. Grand Duchess Olga
268. Rosa Parks
269. Frederic Passy
270. George Peabody
271. Shimon Peres
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259. Elijah Muhammad
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272. Edwards Pierrepont MB $100
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273. John Wesley Powell MB $200
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274. Queen Mary of Teck MB $100
278. Jonas Salk
275. Eliphalet Remington MB $100
276. Mitt and Ann Romney MB $100
277. Royal Family of Monaco MB $100
279. Aaron Augustus Sargent
280. Arnold Schwarzenegger
281. Horatio Seymour
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283. Vilhjalmur Stefansson
284. Charles Sumner
285. Charles Sumner
286. Supreme Court: Warren Burger
287. Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter
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282. Alfred E. Smith
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288. Supreme Court: Sandra Day O’Connor MB $100
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289. Supreme Court: Antonin Scalia MB $100
“The required £50,000 is somewhat fictitious as in a number of cases it existed only on paper” 290. Supreme Court: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr MB $100
295. William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin MB $100
298. Josip Tito MB $100
302. Watergate: Ben Bradlee MB $100
291. Margaret Thatcher
292. Margaret Thatcher MB $100
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296. Titanic: Millvina Dean
“Looking back at this disaster I think it should never have happened. Apparently the Captain was warned of the icebergs but still carried on”
297. Josip Tito MB $100
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299. Cornelius Vanderbilt II MB $100
303. Watergate: Woodward and Bernstein MB $100
300. Booker T. Washington MB $100
304. Gideon Welles MB $100
301.
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305. World Leaders MB $100
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sanitary fair The United States Sanitary Commission was a relief agency designed to support sick and wounded soldiers during the Civil
War, created in 1861 in response to the
unsanitary and poor living conditions of Union soldiers—the close quarters, general
filth, and poor diets of the enlisted men led to epidemics of disease for which the Army was unprepared. The commission organized massive groups of volunteers
and acquired charitable contributions to improve conditions and offer care for sol-
diers in the field and in military hospitals. In 1863, it began to hold fairs, which became wildly
successful fundraising events and allowed individual citizens to demonstrate support for the troops, encouraging a broad feeling of unity and national identity throughout the country.
The hero of Fort Sumter 308. Robert Anderson.
Union general (1805–1871) who commanded three United States forts: Castle Pinckney, Fort Moultrie, and Fort Sumter. In the face of South Carolina’s imminent secession, Anderson refused a formal demand for his surrender and in the early morning hours of April 12, 1861, Fort Sumter was bombarded, and the Civil War began. Civil War–dated DS, signed “Respectfully, Yr. Obt. Servt., Robert Anderson, Br. Gen. U. S. A., Nov. 1, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Anderson signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Lending support from his “American Museum, New York” 309. P. T. Barnum. Leg-
endary American showman, scam artist, and entertainer (1810–1891) known for promoting hoaxes and founding the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Civil War–dated DS, signed “American Museum, New York, Sept. 8th 1864, P. T. Barnum,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Barnum signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“I am pleasantly surprised by the new idea of making a profit by the sale of my hand-writing”
310. Edward Bates. Attorney general in Lincoln’s cabinet during the Civil War (1793–1869). Civil War–dated ALS signed “Edw. Bates,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5 x 7.75, February 17, 1864. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “I have just been favored with your note of Feb. 13, informing me that (for the benefit of the Sanitary Commission) it is proposed ‘to have a sale of Autographs,’ and asking for some of mine. I would not like to be thought churlish, & therefore dare not refuse so small a request. And I grant it the more cheerfully, because I am pleasantly surprised by the new idea of making a profit by the sale of my hand-writing. I thought that you Yorkers, especially about Albany, were a very shrewd & calculating people, not very likely to ‘spend money for that which is not bread, and your labor for that which satisfieth not.’ But that is not my affair—let the buyers beware, if they wish to get the worth of their money, rather than give, to so holy a cause as that of the Sanitary Commission.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one with slight separation to edge), and scattered soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Bates. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“The idea of making money, for the Fair, by the sale of my clumsy hand writing, does seem to me a little ludicrous” 311. Edward Bates.
Civil War–dated ALS signed “Edw. Bates,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, Attorney General’s Office letterhead, April 12, 1864. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “Tho’ the idea of making money, for the Fair, by the sale of my clumsy hand writing, does seem to me a little ludicrous, still, as I am not a good judge in matters of trade & business, & as where there is no disputing about tastes, I comply with your request, & send you this scrawl.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Bates. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
312. Montgomery Blair. Civil War–
dated DS, signed “Yrs respectfully, M. Blair, Pm G, Wash’n Sept. 8th 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Blair signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Blair. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
313. Edwin Booth. Civil War–dated DS, signed “Edwin Booth,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Booth signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Booth in Shakespearean costume. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 73
314. William Cullen Bryant. Highly regarded American poet (1794–1878) best known for the much-anthologized ‘Thanatopsis.’ Civil War–dated DS, signed “William Cullen Bryant, New York, September 6th, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Bryant signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Bryant. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 315. Ambrose E. Burnside.
Union general and onetime commander of the Army of the Potomac (1824–1881); the distinctive whiskers he sported gave rise to the word ‘sideburns.’ Civil War–dated DS, signed “A. E. Burnside, Maj. Gen’l,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Burnside signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
316. Schuyler Colfax. Congress-
man, speaker of the House, and vice president under U. S. Grant (1823–1885). Civil War–dated ALS signed “Schuyler Colfax, Speaker H. R. U. S.,” one page, 5 x 7.75, Thirty Eighth Congress letterhead, April 16, 1864. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “For the humane & patriotic object, for which you desire my autograph I cannot refuse; and with my best wishes for the success of the Sanitary Fair of Philadelphia.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Colfax. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 74 | June 19, 2013 | SANITARY FAIR
“With my best wishes for the sick and wounded soldier and sailor” 317. John A. Dahlgren. Civil War–dated DS, signed “With my best wishes for the sick and wounded soldier and sailor, Jno. A. Dahlgren, R. Admiral, Commdg, So. Atlan. Block. Fleet, Off Charleston, Septem. 17, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Dahlgren signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. In 1863, Dahlgren’s South Atlantic Blockading Squadron successfully shut down Charleston as part of the Union blockade, thus his presence off the southern port city. A warm and appropriate sentiment from the influential admiral. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The abolitionist lends his pen “for the benefit of our soldiers” 318. Frederick Douglass.
Former slave (1818–1895) who lent his eloquent, powerful voice to the abolitionist movement. Civil War–dated DS, signed “I am, Dear Sir, Yours Truly, Fred’k Douglass, Rochester, Sept. 6th 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Douglass signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Douglass had been publishing abolitionist newspapers in Rochester for many years, and in 1863 began to help recruit AfricanAmericans to serve in the Union Army. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Washington was the greatest of good men & the best of great men”
319. Edward Everett. American
statesman (1794–1865) renowned for his oratory, best remembered for giving the speech preceding Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. Civil War–dated DS, signed “Washington was the greatest of good men & the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston, 3 Sept. 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Everett signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Everett. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
320. David G. Farragut. American ad-
miral (1801–1870) who was a flag officer of the Navy during the Civil War. Civil War– dated DS, signed “Very respectfully, D. G. Farragut, Rear Admiral,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Farragut signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Farragut in uniform. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The ex-president offers his “autograph for your Fair” 321. Millard Fillmore.
Civil War–dated DS, signed “I cheerfully comply with your request by giving my autograph for your Fair. Truly yours, Millard Fillmore, Buffalo, Sept. 3, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Fillmore signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Our brave soldiers will need all the relief that it is possible to give” 322. Millard Fillmore.
Civil War–dated ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 7.75, January 7, 1864. Letter to a Fair committee member. In part: “I send you some autographs, and you have my best wishes for the success of your fair. Our brave soldiers will need all the relief that it is possible to give, and the sympathetic heart of woman must be their last hope.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Fillmore’s hand, as well as an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“Liberty for each, for all, and for ever!” 323. William Lloyd Garrison.
Journalist, editor, and social reformer (1805–1879) best known as one of the most ardent and influential abolitionists in the decades leading up to the Civil War. Civil War–dated DS, signed “Liberty for each, for all, and for ever! Wm. Lloyd Garrison, Boston, Sept. 4, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Garrison signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Garrison. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
From his headquarters at City Point
324. U. S. Grant. Civil
War–dated DS, signed “City Point, Va., Sept. 21st/64, U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen. U. S. A.,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Grant signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” A newspaper clipping from Grant’s obituary is affixed below the signature. In fine condition, with a small area of adhesive remnants to the upper left. At the time of signing, Grant was engaged in the lengthy Siege of Petersburg, and would soon launch important offensives at New Market Heights and Peebles Farm. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Desirable postwar letter from the Union hero 325. U. S. Grant.
ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen.,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 4.75 x 7.75, Headquarters Armies of the United States letterhead, December 18, 1865. Letter to William D. Lewis, chairman of a “Soldiers & Sailors Fair.” In part: “I have the pleasure of acknowledging the receipt this day of ‘The Tribute Book’ which I have been honored with by the Executive Committee of the Fair of which you are chairman.” In fine condition. A choice, boldly penned letter from the future president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Grant vouches for Philadelphia’s famous Great Central Fair 326. U. S. Grant.
Manuscript testimonial, signed “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen. U. S. V.,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, Office of the Great Central Fair letterhead, 1864. In full: “We, the undersigned cheerfully recommend to the open hearts and open purses of our fellow citizens ‘The Great Central Fair’ to be held in Philadelphia in June next, in behalf of that long tried and well proven organization, the U. S. Sanitary Commission.” Scattered toning and an unobtrusive mounting strip affixed to the left border, otherwise fine condition. The Great Central Fair, held in Logan Square from June 7 to 28, 1864, was by far Philadelphia’s most successful Sanitary Commission event. The highlight of the fair was a visit by President Abraham Lincoln, accompanied by the first lady and their son Todd, on June 16. In total, the Fair raised over one million dollars for the Sanitary Commission through admissions, concessions, and souvenirs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Organizing relief for wounded veterans 327. U. S. Grant. LS signed “U.
S. Grant, Lt. Gen.,” one page, 4.75 x 8, Head-Quarters Armies of the United States letterhead, June 15, 1865. Letter to Hubert P. Main. In part: “Your note enclosing $5.00 in aid of the N. W. Sanitary Fair was duly received.” In fine condition, with thin mounting remnants to the left edge and a block of toning to the lower border (far from any writing). Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
330. Julia Ward Howe. Author,
328. Horace Greeley. ALS, one page, 5 x 7.75, Office of the Tribune letterhead, New York, May 7, 1865. Letter to J. I. B. Broadwell of the Chicago Sanitary Fair. In part: “I enclose herewith as many photographs as will probably be required to glut the market. As to arms or trophies, not having used the former in our late terrible struggles I have had no opportunity to acquire the latter.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
329. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Civil War–dated DS, signed “It
Another patriotic poem from the writer of ‘Battle Hymn of the Republic’
gives me great pleasure to comply with your slight request. Yours very truly, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Boston, Sept. 5th 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Holmes signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
suffragette, dramatist, poet, and biographer (1819–1910), best remembered as the lyricist of ‘Battle Hymn of the Republic.’ Civil War–dated ALS signed “Julia W. Howe,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 4.75 x 8, March 19, [1864]. Letter to a Charles K. Tuckerman of the editorial committee of Spirit of the Fair. In part: “I send a short poem for the Spirit of the Fair. If desired, I will send another…I have copied the fourth verse too near the third—this should be looked out for in the proof…best wishes for the Fair.” In fine condition, with trivial adhesive remnants to the left border (not affecting the signature or body of the letter). Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Howe. The poem Howe refers to is ‘Victory,’ which was prepared expressly for Spirit of the Fair, a periodical published in conjunction with the New York Metropolitan Fair in May 1864. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
331. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Distinguished
American poet (1807–1882) who produced timeless classics such as ‘Paul Revere’s Ride’ and ‘The Song of Hiawatha.’ Civil War–dated DS, signed “Yours truly, Henry W. Longfellow, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Longfellow signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Longfellow. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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334. Supreme Court:Roger B. Taney.
332. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Distinguished American poet
(1807–1882) who produced timeless classics such as ‘Paul Revere’s Ride’ and ‘The Song of Hiawatha.’ Civil War–dated ALS signed “Henry W. Longfellow,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Cambridge, December 28, 1863. Letter to a lady. In part: “It will give me great pleasure to renew my subscription to the Sanitary Commission for the year 1864…I accordingly enclose you a cheque for one hundred dollars.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $ 100)
333. George B. McClellan.
Union general (1826–1885) hailed at the beginning of the Civil War as the ‘Young Napoleon,’ who was defeated for the presidency in 1864 by Abraham Lincoln. Civil War–dated DS, signed “Geo. B. McClellan, Maj. Gnl U. S. A.,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. McClellan signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition, with a small area of paper loss to the upper right corner and trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Fifth Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, he handed down the Dred Scott decision and upheld federal supremacy over state authorities (1777–1864). Civil War–dated DS, signed “R. B. Taney, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, Septr. 13, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Taney signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Taney. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
335. John Greenleaf Whittier. Ameri-
can Quaker poet and abolitionist (1807– 1892) best known for such works as ‘Barbara Frietchie’ and ‘Maud Muller,’ which includes the immortal line, ‘For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: It might have been!’ Civil War–dated DS, signed “John G. Whittier, Amesbury, 26th 9mo 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Whittier signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition, with a small, unobtrusive tear to the upper border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
Just after capturing Atlanta, Thomas offers “a collection of trophies from the Enemy’s works around this place, to be disposed of at your Fair” 336. George H. Thomas.
Union general (1816–1870) whose most decisive victory earned him the sobriquet ‘Rock of Chickamauga.’ ALS signed “Geo. H. Thomas, Maj. Gen’l U. S. V.,” one page, 5 x 8, Atlanta, September 14, 1864. Letter to Charles E. Allen, president of the Fair committee. In part: “I have directed my Qr. Master to send you a collection of trophies from the Enemy’s works around this place, to be disposed of at your Fair.” In fine condition, with a light block of toning to the lower border. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Thomas in uniform. Thomas’s Army of the Cumberland played a key role in the Atlanta Campaign, and the city had fallen to the Union just two weeks prior to this letter, on September 2. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Uncommon 1863 letter, penned at Chattanooga 337. George H. Thomas. Union
general (1816– 1870) whose most decisive victory earned him the sobriquet ‘Rock of Chickamauga.’ Civil War– dated ALS signed “Geo. H. Thomas, Maj. Gen’l U. S. V.,” one page, 5 x 7.5, Chattanooga, February 11, 1863. Letter to a colonel. In part: “It is with much pleasure that I comply with your request to send you my autograph if it can be of any benefit to so charitable an institution as the Christian Commission.” In very good condition, with heavy staining along the upper border (not affecting any of the letter’s body). RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Loyalty and devotion to country...with unceasing efforts with others to prevent its ruin and destruction” 338. John E. Wool. American military officer (1784–1869) who
served in the War of 1812, Mexican-American War, and Civil War. Civil War–dated ALS signed “John E. Wool, Major General,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, February 3, 1864. Letter to General George McClellan’s wife, Ellen. In part: “Herewith you will receive my autograph and photograph. I have not the vanity, however, to believe that your appreciation of either will be realized at the Sanitary Fair. Yet if loyalty and devotion to country for more than fifty years, with unceasing efforts with others to prevent its ruin and destruction, which have subjected me to many sleepless nights, would make it of value, it might claim a place in the interesting volume you are preparing for the Fair.” Wool signs again beneath a postscript, “John E. Wool, M. G.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Supporting Union soldiers in an extensive collection of over 300 autographs, photos, and ephemera 339. Sanitary Fair Collection. Enormous collection of documents, letters, photos, and ephemera related to the Civil War–era Sanitary Fairs, primarily those in Illinois and Philadelphia in 1864. The group consists of over 320 pieces, over 150 of which are signed. Organizers for fairs in both locations contacted prominent individuals in all fields—primarily focused on political and military figures—and requested autographed material and mementos for fundraising purposes. These signed items include many autograph request documents, as well as assorted letters, documents, and individual signatures. In overall fine condition. Over 80 of the signed items are autograph request documents issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee, like those seen throughout this section. Signers include: Nathaniel P. Banks, Schuyler Colfax, David G. Farragut, Hannibal Hamlin, John Pope, William S. Rosecrans, Carl Schurz, William Seward, Charles Sumner, Bayard Taylor, John A. Dix, Horace Greeley, Gideon Welles, John Schofield, O. O. Howard, John A. Logan, George S. Boutwell, Horatio Seymour, Daniel E. Sickles, Henry W. Slocum, and Gouverneur K. Warren. Letters, most of which are ALSs, include Winfield Scott Hancock, Schuyler Colfax, Jared Sparks, John J. Peck, Robert Charles Winthrop, Dorothea Dix, and many of the organizers, such as Henry Whitney Bellows and Ellen McLellan. Some individual signatures include Benjamin F. Butler, David Dixon Porter, Owen Lovejoy, and John L. Worden. The majority of these were sent to organizers of the Sanitary Fair in Philadelphia, either complying with an autograph request or wishing them luck with their fair. Also includes approximately 115 unsigned carte-de-visite photos of exhibitions at the Sanitary Fairs or of the various autograph signers, as well as 15 stereoview photos of the Great Central Fair in Philadelphia and Metropolitan Fair in New York. Other pieces of ephemera include approximately 40 bulletins, tickets, announcements, receipts, documents, and mailing envelopes related to various Fairs. All together, this is a remarkably comprehensive collection that demonstrates the widespread and fervent support of the Sanitary Commission’s efforts. In addition to the autographic material from political and military notables, the letters, documents, and photographs offer great insight into the the inner workings of these fairs and the complexity involved in orchestrating such large events. Impressively large and broad in scope, this is a one-of-a-kind collection that celebrates the often overlooked contributions of the Sanitary Commission to the Union war effort.
Signers of the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair documents are (the above included): Isaac W. Arnold, Nathaniel P. Banks, David B. Birney, Austin Blair, George S. Boutwell, Augustus Bradford, Thomas E. Bramlette, Benjamin Gratz Brown, William Gannaway Brownlow, William Alfred Buckingham, George Cadwalader, Edward Canby, William Cannon, Thomas Carney, Zachariah Chandler, E. M. Chapin, George B. Cheever, John Cochrane, Schuyler Colfax, Samuel Cony, Edgar Cowan, George W. Curtis, Theodore L. Cuyler, Edward Loomis Davenport, Daniel S. Dickinson, John A. Dix, Samuel Francis Du Pont, David G. Farragut, Solomon Foot, John G. Foster, William B. Franklin, Gordon Granger, Horace Greeley, Benjamin Henry Grierson, James W. Grimes, Michael Hahn, Gail Hamilton, Hannibal Hamlin, Ira Harris, Samuel P. Heintzelman, Ethan A. Hitchcock, O. O. Howard, Stephen A. Hurlbut, Reverdy Johnson, Henry Smith Lane, James T. Lewis, D. C. Littlejohn, John A. Logan, John Alexander McClernand, John McCloskey, Stephen Miller, E. D. Morgan, Justin Smith Morrill, L. M. Morrill, Richard J. Oglesby, E. D. Palmer, Joel Parker, Francis Harrison Pierpont, John Pope, George D. Prentice, Alexander Ramsey, Henry Jarvis Raymond, Don Matias Romero, William S. Rosecrans, John Schofield, Carl Schurz, William Seward, Horatio Seymour, William Shubrick, Daniel E. Sickles, Lydia Huntley Sigourney, Henry Warner Slocum, William Farrar Smith, William Sprague, William M. Stone, Alfred B. Street, Charles Sumner, Bayard Taylor, Lyman Trumbull, John Palmer Usher, John Van Buren, B. F. Wade, Gouverneur K. Warren, Elihu B. Washburne, Gideon Welles, John Wentworth, Charles Wilkes, and Robert Charles Winthrop. Signers of assorted letters, documents, and individual signatures are (the above included): John A. Andrews, Alexander Dallas Bache, Henry Whitney Bellows (4), Harrison G. Blake (2), William T. Blodgett, John M. Botts, Benjamin F. Butler, E. M. Chapin, George B. Cheever, Schuyler Colfax, The Count Joannes, Drake DeKay, Dorothea Dix, Duke of Newcastle, Gustavus Fox, Wolcott Gibbs, Joseph A. Gilmore, Charles Smith Hamilton, Winfield Scott Hancock, James Allen Hardie, Thomas R. Hayes, John H. Hopkins, Franklin Benjamin Hough, William A. Hovey, Thomas Hughes, J. R. Ingersoll, John C. Jacobi, John Jay, William D. Kelley, Thomas Starr King, Frederick N. Knapp, R. M. Lewis, Mary G. Loring, Owen Lovejoy, F. F. Low, R. Shelton MacKenzie, Ellen McClellan, Theodore Metcalf, James E. Murdoch, John Ordronaux, Godlove Stein Orth, John J. Peck, David Dixon Porter, Alonzo Potter, Alexander Hamilton Rice, S. D. Richardson, Gerrit Smith (2), J. Gregory Smith, Jared Sparks (2), Charles Stewart, Joseph P. Thompson, George Francis Train, William Holme Van Buren, James Moore Wayne, Henry Wilson, Dr. G. Winslow, Robert Charles Winthrop (3), John L. Worden, and Richard Yates. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 81
military Historic first-hand accounts of the bombing run on Hiroshima, complete with three diagrams of the planes positions and detonation 340. Atomic Bomb. Archive related to the atomic bomb including two eyewitness accounts from Thomas Ferebee and James Corliss. Both of the letters are addressed to Mr. Norman, and written on similar lined looseleaf white paper. Other signed documents include material from Frederic Bock, Royal Frey, C. G. Sweeting, John D. Ruharek, Ray Gallagher, R. D. Curry, and George R. Caron. The Ferebee letter is dated April 10, 1997, and reads, in part: “Much of the information in the movies & books was not correct…I flew 13 missions east of England with Paul & Dutch, then we went to N. Africa in Nov. for the invasion there. We continued together until Jan 1st 1943…I stayed and continued to fly with different crews when requested until I had 64 at which time I came home from Italy in May 1945… had not seen Paul since he left the crew in Jan. 1943. They told Paul that there would be two weapons & the approx. yield would be 20 thousand tons and should destroy all within 5 miles. Also he could get two crews by name. We discussed that information which was all he could tell me, and that night we decided to get Van Kirk to join me as the Nov. Bombadier team & I suggested we get Kermit Beachan as the bombadier and Jim Van Pelt which I had met at Admore, Okla as his navigator. Paul said he had three pilots and two flight engineers, and a gunner to train them…We took off at 0215 AM and approx. 2 hrs later prior to climbing Capt. Parsons & Jeppson started arming the bomb, and I observed it from the entrance to the bomb bay. Once that was completed I went back up front to my seat and relaxed until we got to enemy territory. I could see the target at approx. 60-70 miles and when Paul took the heading Dutch gave him I took control by auto-pilot and had very little to do, because the heading was almost perfect. When the bomb left the AC I stood up & watched to see if it was falling free until I could no longer see it as Paul was in a tight turn, and when we leveled out the cloud was at our altitude. It was a horrible sight and I had never seen anything to compare it to. Capt. Parsons & I were to send a message as to our opinion as to where it was a full order detonation. My message to Guam was that it was satisfactory and Capt. Parsons was very satisfactory, and that caused a delay of approx. one hour before it was forwarded to the president. After taking a good look at the city we continued on to Tinian…That is the first time I ever heard the word atomic used with the project. I was confused as to just what it meant, and it had to be explained to me just what had happened. My main concern was that it had worked and that maybe soon all the millions of people could go home. I never dreamed that today we would still be asking questions about it. I was married after the war & had 4 boys & it was not discussed at home and has never bothered me and I would do it again under the same circumstance. I’m sure it saved millions of lives by helping bring the war to a close. Sincerely, Tom Ferebee, Bombadier.” Corliss has added three diagrams and notations on two lined sheets. “Bombing Run on Hiroshima Aug. 6, 1945 (Diagram 1) The Enola Gay was carrying the atomic bomb. The other two airplanes, that hadn’t been given a name yet, was carrying some civilian scientists, and on my airplane there was equipment to measure the shock waves…(Diagram 2) When Col. Tibbets started the bomb run. The other two B-29’s started a 360 degree turn, taking four minutes to complete, and came back to its original position at the I. P. When the bomb is dropped from the airplane Col. Tibbets made a 90 degree turn and dropped 2000 ft. to gain speed and get away from the explosion and shock waves. The two other B-29’s continued on toward the target. (Diagram 3) The bomb exploded directly in front of us, so we had a perfect view of what took place. We had variable density goggles on and turned to total darkness; when the bomb went off it was so bright that I had to squint. When the brightness subsided I turned them back to daylight and watched the mushroom type ball of fire start to raise. We flew around it several times for about 20 minutes until it had raised up to our altitude of 30,000 ft. All the time it was churning all around, sometimes inside out, with red, yellow, purple and brown colors, where it was sucking everything up from the ground that was loose; cars, building, bodies, dirt, etc.” Other signed documents include material from Frederic Bock, Ray Gallagher, R. D. Curry, and George R. Caron, all crew members of the Atomic Bomb runs. Also included are photos, souvenir typescripts, letters, checks and cards: Paul Tibbetts (3), Thomas Ferebee (4), Charles W. Sweeney, George R. Caron (2), John R. Dunning, Alexander Sachs, Joe S. Stiborik, Kermit Beahan, and Abe M. Spitzer. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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The key players in dropping the atomic bomb 341. Atomic Bomb. Seventeen copies of the first page of an article entitled ‘Birth of the Atomic Age,’ 8.5 x 11, each signed by someone associated with the atomic bomb. Signers are: Fred J. Olivi, Thomas Ferebee, Dutch Van Kirk, Ray Gallagher, Charles Sweeney, Jacob Beser, Paul Tibbets, Kermit Beahan, George R. Caron, Richard Nelson, C. D. Alburg, Fred Ashworth, Bill Barney, Ralph Curry, Ralph Belanger, Fred Bock, and Morris Jeppson. Also includes a copy of a naval commendation to Ashworth, signed in black ink by Ashworth, and a ballpoint signature of Leonard Godfrey on a lined 5 x 3 card. In overall fine condition, with mailing folds to some of the articles. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“The use of this weapon would significantly shorten or end the war—WWII” 342. Enola Gay: Dutch Van Kirk. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 13.25, September
25, 2001. Letter describing his experience while dropping the atomic bomb. In part: “The mission was carried out by the 509th bomb group—a special unit, organized and trained to drop the atomic bombs…we were told that the use of this weapon would significantly shorten or end the war—WWII. This was our objective…The mission itself was very easy because everything went according to plan…After dropping the bomb it took +3 seconds for it to explode…We saw a very bright flash in the plane and later two shock waves from the bomb.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
343. Civil War. Collection of over 40 items consisting of signatures, let-
ters, and documents from various Civil War officers, soldiers, and politicians, many affixed to large scrapbook pages. Highlights include: ALS from Wesley Merritt to the director of the US Mint, signed “W. Merritt,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 card, January 14, 1886; two ALSs from Fitz John Porter, Department of Public Works letterhead, dated 1875; ink signature of George McClellan on a lined 6 x 3 sheet; and two DSs signed by Nathaniel Banks, “Nath. P. Banks,” each 10 x 16.75, dated 1852 and 1858. Other signers include: Marsena R. Patrick (3), Charles Wentworth Upham, Quincy Adams Gillmore (2), Royal Phelps, George Cadwalader, Charles A. Carleton (3), Dr. F. P. Abbot, Andrew A. Humphreys, Oliver Warner, John Cadwalader, and Philip Schuyler. Also includes various unsigned ephemera, including a presidential appointment from Andrew Johnson bearing a stamped signature, and a few items related to geologist and director of the US Mint James P. Kimball, including: a military order sent to him, an oversized official military order document listing him, and an Army and Navy Club document signed by him. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Historic portrait of the three surviving flag raisers holding the flag they planted atop Mount Suribachi 345. Iwo Jima. Rare vintage 10 x 8 photo
signed in fountain pen by all three: “Ira H. Hayes, Pfc., U.S.M.C.,” “John H. Bradley, Ph. M. 2/c,” and “Pfc. R. A. Gagnon.” In fine condition, with some trivial edge rippling. Bradley, Gagnon, and Hayes were three of the six US soldiers who planted a US flag atop Mount Suribachi on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima—an event captured on film by photographer Joe Rosenthal, which became one of the most familiar images of World War II. With three of the enlisted men killed in action within a month of the flag-raising, President Franklin D. Roosevelt transferred the survivors to Washington, DC and ordered them to participate in the 7th War Bond Drive. Following orders, the trio toured the nation with the tattered American flag they helped raise; the photo offered here was obtained during that fund-raising campaign. A phenomenal image of three unlikely heroes who, along with their fallen comrades, became the collective ‘face’ of World War II. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
The Confederate commander’s final portrait 346. Robert E. Lee. Original 2.5 x 4.25 carte-de-visite photo of an elderly Lee in a jacket and tie, imprinted on the lower edge, “Boude & Miley, Lexington, Va.,” signed below the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee.” In very good condition, with slight overall fading to image and some light discoloration along upper edge of image. An identical, slightly faded signed carte-de-visite image in civilian attire was sent by Robert E. Lee from Lexington to a woman in Louisiana on January 10, 1870, nine months before his death, according to Roy Meredith in The Face of Robert E. Lee (revised edition, 1981). The letter, to Miss Len Campbell, Jackson, Louisiana, read in full: ‘In compliance with your request I send you my Photograph. It is the last that has been taken & is the only kind I have. I wish I had a better.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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“May you find solace in the knowledge that he gave his life that others might live in freedom” 347. Douglas MacArthur.
TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, General Headquarters United States Army Forces, Pacific letterhead, October 7, 1945. Letter of condolence to the family of a soldier killed in action. In full: “My sincere and deep sympathy goes out to you in the death of your son, Captain Carrol H. Spain, while fighting for his country in my command. A brave soldier, his service showed a high order of devotion to the cause he considered just and great. We, here, mourn the loss of a gallant comrade in arms. May you find solace in the knowledge that he gave his life that others might live in freedom.” Some scattered mild lines of toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a glossy snapshot of Spain in his dress uniform. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
348. Douglas MacArthur. Vintage
matte-finish 6.75 x 9 stoic photo of MacArthur in uniform, signed in fountain pen. Doublematted and framed to an overall size of 14.25 x 17.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
350. George C. Marshall. War-
dated TLS signed “G. C. Marshall,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, Chief of Staff of the Army letterhead, September 15, 1942. Letter to Major General J. P. Smith. In part: “I have just learnt of your hard luck physically and this note carries to you my sympathy… the terrific pressure I put on you at Atlanta undoubtedly is in large measure responsible for your present troubles. At least you can have the satisfaction in feeling that you did a perfectly splendid job there even if it imposed a heavy tax on you physically.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and two handwritten drafts of Smith’s correspondence to Marshall. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
351. Edwin S. McCook.
Uncommon ALS signed “Ed. S. McCook,” one page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 7.75, Washington, January 30, 1868. Letter to a colonel. In full: “I understand that some one has told the President that I had said or promised my appointments to Gen’l Logan. This is false I never had any conversation with Gen’l Logan on the subject as I can prove by the Gen’l himself. I will assure the President that will do nothing if get the appointment [sic] that will displease him or his friends.” Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with a few tack holes to the top. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
352. Chester Nimitz.
349. Douglas MacArthur. Signed
book: Reminiscences. First edition, limited issue of 1750. NY: McGraw-Hill, 1964. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 438 pages. Signed on the colophon in fountain pen. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG+. Navy cloth-covered boards with gilt titles; slightly yellowed; minor creasing to ffep. Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve; few small tears to edges; lightly rubbed (heavier along spine and folds); price-clipped. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Vintage 4 x 5 headand-shoulders photo of Nimitz in uniform, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Arnold Breise—C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral USA”; and a vintage one-page teletype, 8.25 x 8.25, from James Forrestal to Nimitz, dated August 14, [1945], sending congratulations after the Japanese surrender. In part: “My warmest congratulations on the successful completion of a great task. Please send to the commanders of the fleets and forces…my personal congratulations and the deep pride which America has in their accomplishments.” In fine condition, with “US” light but legible, due to decreased ink flow, and toning and fragile folds to teletype. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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“It looks now as if we are approaching another 11th of November,” writes the recently promoted General Patton in April of 1945, implying the certainty of another Allied victory 353. George S. Patton. War-dated TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10, Headquarters, Third United States Army letterhead, April 19, 1945. Letter to a wounded veteran. In full, “Your letter of March 27 just reached me. I remember you very well, and I am delighted to hear that you are still alive, as I had been under the impression for a number of years that you had succumbed to your wounds. It looks now as if we are approaching another 11th of November, but it will not be in that particular month, although just when it will be, I am unable to say.” In very good condition, with a repair to partial separations along one horizontal mailing fold, adhesive remnants along top edge, and scattered foxing. With the war coming to a close and resistance against his Third Army diminishing, Patton was promoted to the permanent rank of general on April 14, 1945—just five days before signing this letter—in recognition of his major battle accomplishments during World War II. Ordered toward Czechoslovakia in anticipation of a last stand by Nazi German forces there, Patton was on the march when Germany finally offered its unconditional surrender, marking the end of the war in Europe. In this remarkable letter to a wounded vet, the general marks the approach of “another 11th of November,” confirming that just as the Germans accepted defeat in World War I with the November 11, 1918 armistice, they too would soon give up their fight in the Second World War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Incredibly early letter from the newly married future admiral 354. Mountbatten of Burma. ALS signed
“Louis Mountbatten,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 7, Brook House letterhead, September 10, 1922. Letter to Mrs. Hewitt for a wedding gift. She was the mother of Ronald Hewitt, an officer on one of Mountbatten’s ships. In part: “Coming as it does, from the mother of a man for whom I have always held the highest admiration, it makes me appreciate your kindly action all the more…I owe you an apology for not having written sooner, but we have only just returned from our honeymoon.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
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355. George S. Patton. Vintage 4.75 x 8.25
paperstock photo of Patton in the field, signed in fountain pen, “G. S. Patton, Jr.” A vertical fold to right side (which could be matted out), a few creases and wrinkles, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
356. Duke of Wellington.
Two ALSs and one partial ALS, all signed “Wellington,” two dated October 1850 and one undated. First is four pages on two adjoining sheets and mentions Hyde Park; second is one page both sides; and third is one page, apparently the final page of a longer letter. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Pope writes to Lincoln’s Secretary of the Navy 357. John Pope. ALS
signed “Jno. Pope,” two pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Headquarters Department of the Missouri letterhead, February 10, 1874. Letter to Gideon Welles. In part: “When I was in Philadelphia a few days ago, I had the pleasure to meet your son Mr. Edgar Welles at a reception & I am very much gratified with his allusion to your kindly feeling for me. If I could have possibly have commanded my time sufficiently I should have gone to Hartford if only for a few hours to see you but I was detained longer in Washington than I had intended.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
358. William T. Sherman. Part-
ly-printed pass, 5 x 4.75, filled out and signed in pencil by Sherman, “W. T. Sherman, Maj. Gen’l.” In full: “Admit Gen’l Butterfield and party to the Head-Quarters Platform, Lafayette Square, May 23d and 24th, 1865.” A central horizontal fold, overall wrinkling, and toned tape remnants to corners, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Arranging a dinner with “Gen’l Sherman” 359. John Pope. Kentucky-born
Union general (1822–1892) remembered for his defeat at the Second Battle of Bull Run. ALS signed “Jno. Pope,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, no date. Letter to Colonel E. S. Otis. In full: “Mrs. Pope and I will be very glad if you will dine with us tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at 3 1/2 o’c to meet Gen’l Sherman.” In fine condition, with a light block of toning over the letter from previous display. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait of Pope bearing a pre-printed signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
360. Duke of Wellington. LS signed
“Wellington,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, London, December 16, 1819. Letter regarding an award to one of his soldiers. In part: “I enclose a letter from Lt. Col. Freemantle in which he informs me that the King of Saxony has been pleased to confer upon him the Military Order of St. Henry…I beg leave to recommend that his application for His Royal Highness the Prince Regent’s permission to accept this mark of the King of Saxony’s approbation of his services may be granted.” In fine condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
362. Joseph Wheeler. ALS,
two pages, 8.5 x 11, The American Club, City of Mexico letterhead, January 11, 1905. Letter to his daughter. In part: “I have bought for you a beautiful African silk opera coat…I think I got it cheap…I met Mrs. James Brown Potter yesterday…& sent to her with my card a beautiful bouquet of flowers. It cost me 37 1/2 cents sold & it would have cost probably five dollars in New York.” In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds (one passing between letters of the signature). Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Wheeler’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) | 87
364. Atomic Bomb MB $100
365. Black Sheep Squadron
366. Mark W. Clark
367. Continental Army
369. James H. Doolittle
370. James H. Doolittle
371. Enola Gay MB $100
372. Prince Eugene of Savoy
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373. Fighter Aces
374. Flying Tigers
375. Flying Tigers
376. R. E. Galer
377. Leslie R. Groves
378. Douglas Haig
379. Travis Hoover
380. Iwo Jima
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381. Iwo Jima: Charles Lindberg
382. Tamemoto Kuroki
383. Fitzhugh Lee
384. William McRaven
385. George G. Meade
386. Chester Nimitz
387. Chester Nimitz
388. John J. Pershing
389. David Petraeus
390. Eddie Rickenbacker
391. Eddie Rickenbacker
392. Matthew B. Ridgway
393. Steve Ritchie and Chuck DeBellevue
394. Joseph Stilwell
395. William Westmoreland
396. Leonard Wood
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space & aviation 400. Buzz Aldrin. De-
404. Buzz Aldrin.
sirable commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the Apollo 11 moon landing, postmarked Cape Canaveral, July 20, 1969, signed in black felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Moon Landing.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
401. Buzz Aldrin. Original signed
ink sketch by renowned space artist, William Joffe Numeroff of an outline map of New Jersey, with Teterboro starred, highlighting “Apollo 11 July 16-24, 1969,” and “Induction of Buzz Aldrin to N.J. Aviation Hall of Fame May 20, 1980,” on an off-white 6.25 x 8 card, signed in black ballpoint by Aldrin and initialed at the bottom, “WJN.” Sketch is also notated on the reverse, “For Tony Cipriano, William Joffe Numeroff Art. Buzz Aldrin autographed this for me at the induction dinner—May 20—1980.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
402. Buzz Aldrin.
Signed book: Men from Earth. First edition, first printing. NY: Bantam Books, 1989. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.5, 312 pages. Signed on the half-title page in blue ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
403. Buzz Aldrin. A flown piece of the Columbia’s Command Module gold Kapton foil. Mounted to the 8.5 x 11 sheet telling the story of the flight, with 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)
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Limited edition replica 10.5 x 13 plaque, numbered 427/750, of the one left on the lunar surface by the crew of the Apollo 11 mission. The plaque reads: “Here men from the planet Earth first set foot upon the moon July 1969, A. D. We came in peace for all mankind.” The plaque carries facsimile signatures of all three crew members and of Richard Nixon, and has also been signed in black felt tip by Aldrin in the lower right corner. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter of authenticity from Aldrin. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
405. Apollo 14. Color 10
x 8 NASA photo of the crew in their white space suits posing in front of their mission insignia, signed in red felt tip by Alan Shepard and in black felt tip by Ed Mitchell and Stu Roosa. In fine condition, with a bit of light contrast to portion of Roosa’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
406. Apollo 15. Apollo 15 insurance cover with the Apollo 15
mission emblem, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. In very fine condition. Accompanied by an uncommon lengthy, official COA from Herman E. Sieger, the major European stamp dealer notorious for selling the flown Apollo 15 covers which ignited a NASA scandal. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Seldom-seen Apollo 1 training photo 407. Apollo 1. Rare vintage glossy 8 x 10 North American Aviation Inc. news photo of the Apollo 1 crew posing in front of their capsule simulator, signed in blue felt tip, “Gus Grissom,” “Roger B. Chaffee,” and “Ed White,” with a brief inscription, “To Jaime,” added later by the original recipient who presented it to his daughter. In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, a bit heavier to lower right corner. The first example of this particular image that we have ever encountered. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
408. Apollo 11. Color 12.5 x 10 composite
book photo featuring individual images of all three crew members in their white space suits, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong and in black felt tip by Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin. Matted and framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 16.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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409. Apollo 15.
Launch day ‘Bishop’ commemorative cover with a cachet honoring Apollo 15, postmarked July 26, 1971, at the Kennedy Space Center, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
412. Apollo 17. Three commemorative covers with stamped cachets honoring various space missions, each signed in black felt tip by an Apollo 17 astronaut. Signers are: Harrison Schmitt, Gene Cernan, and Ron Evans. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
410. Apollo 15. Commemo-
413. Apollo Astronauts. Three commemorative and first day covers with cachets honoring various space programs, each signed in felt tip by an Apollo astronaut. Signers are: Wally Schirra, Frank Borman, and Richard Gordon. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
rative cover with a stamped cachet honoring the Apollo 15 mission, signed in blue and black felt tip by Jim Irwin, Dave Scott, and Al Worden. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
411. Neil Armstrong.
Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Dean—Best of luck, Neil Armstrong.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 13.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter from NASA’s Manager of Astronaut Candidate Training attesting to the photo. In part: “On Thursday, August 22, 1996, Mr. Neil Armstrong… gave a presentation to the Astronaut Candidate Class of 1996…You attended this presentation as my guest, and I introduced you to Neil Armstrong. Neil autographed an official NASA photograph for you.” Also accompanied by two pages of pencil notes taken during Armstrong’s presentation including references to the moon landing. The recipient of the signature, a former training consultant to NASA-JSC, recalls how gracious and unassuming Armstrong was and remembers that true to form, he avoided allowing his signature to touch the flag, writing carefully in the space below. This beautiful and bold inperson example was professionally framed and discreetly displayed preserving it perfectly, without a hint of fading often times found on similar white space suit photographs. A rare face-to-face signature done two years after Neil Armstrong stopped signing for the general public. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 92 | June 19, 2013 | SPACE & AVIATION
Uninscribed NASA portrait, considered among the first he signed 414. Neil Armstrong.
Highly coveted uninscribed color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Uninscribed space suit portraits are highly-prized by collectors, with the particular photo bearing an early version of his signature, elevating the offered portrait to an even higher level of desirability. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Calle’s highly coveted rendition of the first man on the moon 415. Neil Armstrong. Limited edition 18 x 28 lithograph of Armstrong in his flight suit prior to the Apollo 11 mission, numbered 288/1000, signed in pencil by Armstrong at the National Air and Space Museum in 1976. Also signed in pencil by the artist, Paul Calle, beneath his pre-printed signature. Matted and framed to an overall size of 28.5 x 39. In fine condition. A highly sought after item as this is the only individual print edition that Armstrong signed. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Early twice-signed Armstrong NASA flight clearance to Ellington AFB 416. Neil Armstrong. DS, signed twice, “N. A. Armstrong,” one page, 8 x 12.75, June 25, 1964. NASA Aircraft Clearance form for Armstrong and co-pilot Captain J. F. Stegall, out of the Port Columbus operations office. The trip began at the Port Columbus Airport and finished at Ellington Air Force Base in Texas. Report, filled out in another hand in pencil, lists the flight route, mileage, transponder code, and equipment used. Near the bottom, in the remarks column, Armstrong writes, “Request radar vector climb on course,” and signed as the flight’s pilot, “N. A. Armstrong.” He signs again at the bottom, in pencil, “as the flight’s clearing authority.” Also, at the top of the document, on the Operations Office line, Armstrong has added, “(N. A. A.).” Torn punch holes to top edge, a central horizontal fold, and a couple of creases to bottom portion of page, otherwise fine condition. Armstrong had been selected for the astronaut program in 1962, and would make his first space flight two years later on Gemini 8 in 1966. Armstrong items with any direct relation to flying are quite uncommon, with this example even more so bearing two signatures. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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417. Neil Armstrong.
419. Astronauts. Souvenir
Uncommon glossy 9.5 x 6.25 press photo of Armstrong speaking at an event, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a slight crease to his shoulder area. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
typescript of ‘Brothers in the Eternal Cold’ bearing a first day cancellation, one page, 8 x 11, signed in felt tip and ballpoint by Frank Borman, Rusty Schweickart, Walt Cunningham, Bob Stewart, Dave Hilmers, James Buchli, and Mike Lounge. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
418. Astronauts. Souvenir typescript of the ‘Cooperation in Space’ agreement between the United States and Soviet Union bearing a first day cancellation, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed in the lower right in felt tip and ballpoint by Frank Borman, Rusty Schweickart, Walt Cunningham, Charles Bolden, and Franklin Chang-Diaz. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
Rare handwritten letter from the first teacher in space just two weeks before launch 421. Challenger: Christa McAuliffe. Scarce ALS signed “S. Christa
McAuliffe,” one page, 8.5 x 11, United States of America letterhead, January 14. Letter to a young admirer. In full: “I’m delighted that you are interested in the space program. I’m excited about my upcoming flight this January and I hope to share the lessons with many viewers like yourself. I do hope that you all [sic] having a wonderful school year. I have sent your request for pictures on to the astronaut office. As soon as the lithographs are available they will be sent to you.” In fine condition. Any handwritten letter from McAuliffe is quite scarce, even more so written just two weeks before her tragic flight. A fantastic letter which captures McAuliffe’s love of teaching and her immense enthusiasm for her mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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420. Astronauts. Souvenir typescript of ‘Brothers in the Eternal Cold’ bearing a first day cancellation, one page, 8 x 11, signed at the top in black and green felt tip by Jim McDivitt, Ron Evans, Charles Bolden, and Franklin Chang-Diaz. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
422. Astronauts. Souvenir typescript of ‘Brothers in the Eternal Cold’ bearing a first day cancellation, one page, 8 x 11, signed at the top in black and green felt tip by Ron Evans, Charles Bolden, Bob Stewart, Dave Hilmers, James Buchli, Mike Mullane, Mike Lounge, and one other. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
423. Aviation: Crosby Elliot.
Three books: hardcover edition Adventures in Flying, signed on the title page by Jack Elliott; a softcover edition of A Wing and a Prayer, signed on the half-title page in black felt tip by Harry Crosby; and a hardcover edition of Fire and Air, signed on the first free end page in black ink by Patty Wagstaff. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
424. Challenger. Four commemorative
covers bearing cachets honoring various Space Shuttle events, each signed by one of the astronauts on the ill-fated Challenger mission, along with members of other crews. Challenger signers are Ellison Onizuka, Judy Resnik, Ron McNair, and Dick Scobee. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
426. Cosmonauts. Fourteen items, consisting of photos, covers, and signatures, each signed by a cosmonaut. Signers are: Alexei Leonov (3), Valentina Tereshkova (2), Leonid Kizim, Anatoly Berezovoy, Sigmund Jahn, Boris Volynov, Valery Bykovsky, Pavel Belyayev, Georgy Beregovoy, Pavel Popovich, and a newspaper photo signed by all cosmonauts pictured: Valery Kubasov, Georgy Shonin, Vladimir Shatalov, Alexei Yeliseyev, Victor Gorbatko, Anatoly Filipchenko, and Vadislav Volkov. In overall fine condition. Many are accompanied by their original mailing envelopes. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
425. Challenger: Ellison Onizuka. Two commemora-
tive covers with cachets honoring different Space Shuttle milestones, one signed in black felt tip by Ellison Onizuka and Terry Hart, and one signed in black felt tip by Onizuka, Norman Thagard, and David C. Leestma. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
427. Charlie Duke and John Houbolt. A 6 x 6 swatch of Beta
cloth, with a printed 3.25-inch diameter emblem honoring man’s first moon landing, signed at the bottom in black felt tip, “Charlie Duke,” and signed and inscribed, “Best wishes to Don Brady, Jr., John C. Houbolt.” In fine condition, with haloing to Duke’s signature. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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Rare photo of the first African-American astronaut
428. Amelia Earhart. Program from a dinner in honor of Earhart, 6.25 x 9.25, held at the South Shore Country Club on February 16, 1935, signed on the front cover in pencil by Earhart. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling to covers, as well as a bit of expected handling wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 429. Amelia Earhart. Flown CAM
27 air mail cover, 6.5 x 3.5, with a cachet honoring the first amphibian flight from Cleveland to Detroit, signed across the cachet in fountain pen by Earhart. In fine condition, with a typed address to lower right corner, and moderate contrast to last name of signature over cachet. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
431. Robert Lawrence. First African-American astronaut (1935– 1967) who was killed in a crash of an F-104 Starfighter at Edwards Air Force Base. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 Wide World press photo of the four Air Force pilots chosen for the MOL program looking at a model of a rocket, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Best wishes to Joseph J. Fricelli, Bob Lawrence,” and also signed by Jim Abrahamson, Bob Herres, and Pete Peterson. In fine condition. Accompanied by a clipped newspaper photo of the same photo. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
A visit to Tokyo while scouting the great circle course
430. John Glenn.
Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint on a side panel, “To Mike— John Glenn.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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432. Charles and Anne Lindbergh. Vintage 5.5 x 3.25 photo of Charles and Anne Lindbergh in the cockpit of their plane, signed in fountain pen, “C. A. Lindbergh,” and “Anne Lindbergh.” Photo is also notated in an unknown hand, “Tokyo, 31/8, 1931,” with additional notations on reverse. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned candid photo of the Lindberghs in Japan, with notations on the reverse in German. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
433. Mercury Astronauts. Desirable color
10 x 8 NASA photo of the seven original Mercury astronauts in flight gear, signed vertically in black felt tip by Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, Wally Schirra, Alan Shepard, and Deke Slayton, each signing above his image. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
434. Mercury Astronauts. Philatelic
souvenir, 6.5 x 3.75, with three commemorative Russian postal stamps honoring Gherman Titov, Scott Carpenter, and Wally Schirra, and bearing two 1964 postal cancellations, signed in blue and black ink by Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, Deke Slayton, and Wally Schirra. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
NASA transcript from America’s first voyage in to space 435. Mercury Astronauts. A
printed typescript of Shepard’s historic flight in space, signed by six of the Mercury Astronauts, 8 x 10.5, 6 pages, no date, NASA letterhead. Entitled ‘The Transcript for the Flight of Freedom VII,’ the typescript is a record of what was said between Shepard and Earth, including the launch (“the clock is started”), splashdown and recovery (“Astronaut now on board”). Signed on the first page in ink and felt tip by Alan Shepard, D. K. Slayton, John Glenn, Gordon Cooper, Wally Schirra, and Scott Carpenter. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Impressively displayed complete collection of moonwalkers 436. Moonwalkers. Ink and felt tip signatures of Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Charles Conrad, and Gene Cernan on off-white cards; gold ink signatures of Alan Bean and Alan Shepard on black cards; felt tip signatures of Edgar Mitchell and Harrison Schmitt on matted down color photos; a small color photo of Jim Irwin signed in black felt tip; and individual commemorative covers signed in ink by Dave Scott, Charlie Duke, and John Young, with signatures of five other members of the Space Shuttle pilot panel on Young’s cover. All signatures are grouped together by mission and impressively double-matted and framed with color photos of each moonwalker, their respective mission patch, and a large color poster of Buzz Aldrin on the lunar surface, to an overall size of 65 x 44. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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“Christa and the crew were reaching for the stars” 437. Barbara Morgan. Participant in the
Teacher in Space program as the backup to Christa McAuliffe for the ill-fated STS-51-L Challenger mission. TLS signed “Barbara R. Morgan,” one page, 8.5 x 11, NASA letterhead, May 2, 1986. Heartfelt letter about the Challenger disaster. In part: “I, too, am very sad about the Challenger accident. But one thing that makes me feel better is knowing that Christa and the crew were reaching for the stars and that they believed in what they were doing. They were very happy to be going into space and exploring for our country. I, too, believe in what they were doing. Our future is in the stars and that future is bright.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
440. Harrison Schmitt. Signed
book: Return to the Moon. First edition, later printing. NY: Copernicus Books, 2006. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5, 335 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in black felt tip, “To Mike, Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
441. Alan Shepard and Edgar Mitchell.
Apollo 14 commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the mission’s naval recovery force, signed in black ink and felt tip by Alan Shepard and Edgar Mitchell. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
442. Alan Shepard.
438. Sally Ride. NASA Johnson Space Center envelope, 8.75 x 3.75, bearing two postage stamps and a June 18, 1983, Kennedy Space Center postal cancellation, signed in black ink, “Sally K. Ride.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
439. Harrison Schmitt. The
Wonder of It All DVD, signed on the front of the case in silver ink, “Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17.” The case remains sealed at the top. In fine condition, with a JSA label affixed to the reverse. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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Gold ink signature, “Alan Shepard,” on a black 4 x 1.5 card. Matted with a photo of Shepard next to an American flag on the moon to an overall size of 14 x 15. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
443. Alan Shepard. Signed
book: Moon Shot. First edition, first printing. Atlanta: Turner Publishing, 1994. Softcover, 6 x 9, 383 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple minor edge dings to cover. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
444. Alan Shepard. Block of four
20-cent Suriname postage stamps honoring Shepard, 3 x 2.25, signed across the block in black ink, “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.” In fine condition, with some light contrast to last name of signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
445. Shuttle Atlantis (STS-51-J). Color
glossy 13.5 x 11 photo of the lift off of Atlantis, affixed to a 20 x 16 mount, signed on the mount in black felt tip by Karol Bobko, Ron Grabe, Bob Stewart, Dave Hilmers, and Bill Pailes. In fine condition, with a few dings to lower right corner tip. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
446. Skylab 2. Color 13.5 x 10.5 photo of Skylab in orbit, affixed to its original 20 x 16 mount, signed on the mount in black ink by crew members Charles Conrad, Joe Kerwin, and Paul Weitz. In fine condition, with some dings to lower right corner of mount. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
448. Skylab 3. Color glossy
13.25 x 10.25 photo of Skylab in orbit, affixed to a 20 x 16 mount, signed on the mount in black ink by Alan Bean, Owen Garriott, and Jack Lousma. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
449. Deke Slayton. TLS signed “D. K. Slayton,” one page, 8 x 10.25, NASA letterhead, stamp-dated March 20, 1973. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Thank you very much for your kind note. I appreciate your taking notice of my birthday.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
450. Deke Slayton. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Slayton, “Donald K. Slayton,” payable to Venture for $9.97, March 14, 1984. In fine condition, with a light bank stamp to left side. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
447. Shuttle Discovery (STS-51-A). Color 20 x 16 composite photo of the
satellite rescues from the mission, signed in black felt tip by crew members Rick Hauck, David Walker, Anna Lee Fisher, Dale Gardner, and Joe Allen. A mission patch is affixed to the center of the image as well. Photo is affixed to an identical size mount. In very good condition, with irregular toning and dings to lower right corner tip. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
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451. STS-135. Color 11 x 8.5 NASA photo of the final shuttle crew posing in their orange flight suits, signed in black felt tip by Christopher Ferguson, Douglas Hurley, Rex Walheim, and Sandy Magnus. Some scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
452. Space.
Fifteen items, consisting primarily 8 x 10 and 10 x 8 photos, each signed by the associated astronaut(s) or space notable. Signers are: Vance Brand (2), Joe Allen, Bill Pogue, Bill Pogue and Ed Gibson, Dave Hilman, Mark C. Lee, L. Blaine Hammond, Byron K. Lichtenberg, Rick Searfoss, George ‘Pinky’ Nelson, and Robert McCall, STS-114 (2, Andrew S. W. Thomas, Charles J. Camarda, and James M. Kelly), and James M. Kelly. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by two unsigned NASA photos and two unsigned press placards. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
454. Chuck Yeager.
Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
455. Clyde W. Tombaugh.
Two items: one FDC with a cachet honoring Fort Bliss, signed in blue ballpoint, “Clyde W. Tombaugh, Discovered 9th planet, Pluto, on 18 Feb. 1930”; and a brief ALS, one page, 8 x 3, May 10, 1980, responding to an admirer. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
453. Space Shuttle. Col-
lection of 11 color crew photos, 10 NASA 10 x 8s and one glossy 10 x 8, each signed in felt tip by complete crew. Missions are: 38, 42, 61 (signed by only 5),109, 82, 98, 92, 123, 113, 104, and 128. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 100 | June 19, 2013 | SPACE & AVIATION
456. Al Worden. Commemorative cover honoring Worden on the Apollo 15 mission, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
Choice Wright check with a piece of the original flyer 457. Orville Wright. Bank check, 8 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, payable to Bwikhaselt, Pickril, & Heald for $85.05, July 31, 1917. Beautifully matted and framed against a 19.5 x 16.5 reproduction photo of the first flight, along with a small swatch of original fabric from the original Wright flyer, flown on December 17, 1903, to an overall size of 22 x 18. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and stamps, none affecting the clean signature area. Accompanied by a photocopied letter of provenance which states the original larger relic bears a blue ink notation reading “Fabric from Wright Brothers Kitty Hawk Harvey D. Geyer 3/2/51.” Period typing on the sheet above reads: “All of the fabric for covering the original Kitty Hawk plane was muslin, purchased from Hunter & Hardy Dry Goods Store E. Third Street, Dayton Ohio, and known as ‘Pride of the West’ muslin.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
25th Anniversary commemorative of the first flight 458. Orville Wright. Vintage 7 x 5 postcard commemorating the
25th anniversary of the Wright Brothers first flight, postmarked Kitty Hawk, December 17, 1928, featuring a small image of the flight, signed on the image in black ink by Orville. Front of the postcard also bears two commemorative stamps as well as an address in another hand. In fine condition, a small tear to bottom edge. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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459. Orville Wright. TLS, one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, June 5, 1933. Letter
to Willard Dickerson. In part: “I wish you to sell all of our oats, which according to our figures ought to be about 1620 bushels, at 20 cents per bushel or better. I also wish to sell about twelve hundred (1200) bushels of the corn at 35 cents or better, wherever you can get the best price.” Reverse bears a lengthy handwritten note, presumably by Dickerson, regarding the situation and explaining bids for the oats and corn. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (none touching the signature). Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Phenomenal signatures from 1909, the height of their flying fame
460. Wilbur and Orville Wright. Exceptionally bold vintage ink signatures, “Wilbur Wright” and “Orville Wright, Feb. 13th, 1909,” on an off-white 3.75 x 4.5 album page. Attractively double-cloth-matted and framed with photos of the brothers and their plane to an overall size of 14.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. At the time of signing, the Wrights were in Pau, France, conducting training flights with three French aviators: Charles de Lambert, Paul Tissandier, and Captain Paul N. Lucas-Girardville. Items signed by both brothers are very rare and this example bears two of the finest Wright signatures we have encountered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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461. Buzz Aldrin
462. Buzz Aldrin
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464. Apollo 12: Gordon and Bean
468. Alan Bean
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465. Astronauts
466. Alan Bean
467. Alan Bean
469. Frank Borman
470. Gene Cernan
471. Gene Cernan
472. Gene Cernan
473. Michael Collins
474. Michael Collins
475. Walt Cunningham
476. Charlie Duke
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478. John Glenn
480. John Glenn
481. John Glenn
482. Richard Gordon MB $100
484. Fred Haise and Gene Kranz
485. Fred Haise
486. Jim Irwin
488. Joe Kittinger
489. Alexei Leonov
490. James Lovell
491. Ken Mattingly
492. Bruce McCandless
493. James McDivitt
494. Mercury Astronauts
495. Edgar Mitchell
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496. Edgar Mitchell MB $100
497. Storey Musgrave and Don Peterson
499. Pavel Popovich
500. Sally Ride
501. Wally Schirra
502. Wally Schirra
503. Harrison Schmitt
504. Harrison Schmitt
505. Rusty Schweickart
506. Dave Scott
507. Skylab 2
508. Spacelab
509. STS-71
510. Al Worden
511. Chuck Yeager
512. John Young
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art & literature 515. Louisa May Alcott. Ink signature, “L. M. Alcott,” on an off-white 4 x 5 sheet, with “Autograph presented to the Mercantile Library Fair, with the compliments of,” printed above her signature. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Alcott to an overall size of 15.5 x 10.75. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Striking portrait of the great frontier’s famous painter
Rare portrait of the Little Women author 516. Louisa May Alcott. Original 4 x 5.75
cabinet photo by Warren of Boston of Alcott seated and reading a book, signed in the lower border in black ink, “L. M. Alcott.” In very good condition, with irregularly trimmed edges and overall foxing; the image and signature remain sharp and bold. This is the first Alcott signed photo we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
517. Albert Bierstadt.
German-American painter (1830–1902) best known for his large landscapes of the American West during the 19th century. Crystalclear original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Mora of New York, signed in the lower border in black ink. A slice and a few marks to the emulsion in the upper border of the photo, and a skinned back, otherwise fine condition. A truly exceptional image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Signing a portrait of his aborted Confederate tribute 518. Gutzon Borglum. Vintage 6.5 x 3.75 photo of Borglum’s memorial to
the heroes of the Confederacy planned for Stone Mountain, Georgia, signed in the large border in fountain pen, “Sincerely yours, Gutzon Borglum, Jan 22—1924.” In fine condition, with some silvering to image, a light brush to last name of signature, and a bit of scattered light soiling. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
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519. Margaret Bourke-White. Signed book: Halfway to Freedom. First edition. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1949. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 238 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “For Jane Morris, remembering a pleasant day in York, cordially, Margaret Bourke-White.” Autographic condition: fine, with a few small pencil notations to signed page. Book condition: VG+/VG. Black cloth-covered spine and green paper-covered boards; mild rubbing to edges; slightly yellowed. Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve; few small chips and creases to edges; moderately rubbed and yellowed; spine very slightly sunned; corners trimmed. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
520. Margaret BourkeWhite. Pioneering American
photographer and photojournalist (1904–1971). ALS, one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Mr. Moskowitz. In part: “I can’t tell you how pleased I was that you liked the mural layouts yesterday. It was a sort of fulfillment of that college girl’s dream.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“I shall feel highly honored if I am placed next to Mr. Edgar A. Guest in your autograph collection” 521. Edgar Rice Burroughs. TLS, one
page, 8.5 x 11, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. letterhead, January 5, 1925. Letter to a young collector. In part: “I shall feel highly honored if I am placed next to Mr. Edgar A. Guest in your autograph collection as I have always been very fond of his work.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
522. Edgar Rice Burroughs. Personal check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Burroughs, “E. R. Burroughs,” payable to Bertha Nabakowski for $35.00, December 15, 1938. Two vertical folds, and expected cancellation holes and stamps, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
The popular crime novelist on her writing process 523. Agatha Christie. TLS,
one page both sides, 5.5 x 7, Winterbrook House letterhead, March 16, 1972. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Books take varying times to write because it depends how much time you have to give. I should say normally between 3–6 months, with possibly another month later for revision…I find a very good time to write is in the evening when you can easily put in 3 or 4 hours as there are not likely to be interruptions. I am planning another book at the moment, but there is no title in my mind for it as yet.” Some scattered soiling slightly affecting the signature, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which is affixed to a slightly larger sheet. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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524. Agatha Christie. Color
4 x 7 cardstock photo of Christie printed to commemorate her 80th birthday, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
526. Samuel L. Clemens. Large ink signature, “Mark Twain,” on
an off-white 4.75 x 2.75 sheet. In fine condition, with partial separation to bottom of central vertical fold, and some light show-through from mounting remnants on reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Clemens portrait from the twilight of his life
A critique of bull fighting told through the eyes of Buffalo Bill’s horse
527. Samuel L. Clemens. Signed book: A Horse’s Tale.
525. Samuel L. Clemens. Vintage 4.5 x 6.5 photo of Clemens in a wooden chair, affixed to a 5 x 7 mount, in turn affixed to a slightly larger card, signed and inscribed in black ink “Truly yours, Mark Twain, For Elizabeth, April 1909.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface impressions, signature and inscription a shade or two light, and mild-to-moderate fading to image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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First edition. NY: Harper and Brothers, 1907. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 153 pages. Signed in black ink on the front pastedown, “Mark Twain.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: G+/None. Red cloth-covered boards; mild wear to edges, with small tears in cloth at corners; spine sunned (title ink has disappeared); approximately 1.5˝ light waterstain to front at spinetail, affecting exterior only; light rubbing to front, with portion of title gone; light soiling, front hinge cracked; approximately 1˝ tear to upper edge of title-page. Clemens wrote this story as a protest against bull fighting at the request of Minnie Maddern Fiske. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“If alive I will be there” 528. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed “S. L. Clemens,” one page, 4.25 x 6.75,
The Players, Gramercy Park letterhead, December 29, no year. Humorous letter to “Mrs. Hutton.” In full: “Thank you ever so much. If alive I will be there. If otherwise—but that is further along.” Affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In very good to fine condition, with a light block of overall toning and moderate scattered ink transfer to the upper portion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Enormous Dali collection acquired in the St. Regis Hotel’s famous King Cole Lounge 529. Salvador Dali. Incredible
collection of twelve items signed by the eccentric surrealist, consisting primarily of photos and booklets, each signed “Dali.” Includes a series of five different glossy photos of Dali’s ‘Bull Fight’ lithographs and ‘The Lucky Number of Dali,’ 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed in black felt tip; one glossy 7.25 x 8.75 portrait used to promote Diary of a Genius, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Dali, 1968”; one color 6 x 8.25 postcard photo of Dali sitting at his easel with paintbrush in hand, signed at the top in blue felt tip; two color 4 x 5.75 postcards of Dali’s works entitled ‘The Crucifixtion’ and ‘Premonition of Civil War,’ respectively signed in blue felt tip and pencil; one card bearing an image of his ‘Falling Angel,’ measuring 6 x 8.5, prominently signed inside in pencil; one exhibition booklet entitled ‘Aliyah,’ 7 x 9, 24 pages, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint; and one Franklin Mint advertising booklet for a limited sterling silver etching, 8.75 x 11.25, signed inside in blue ballpoint. In overall fine condition, with various slight brushing to signatures and some light areas of toning. Consignor states that the signatures were acquired in person by New York City attorney and autograph collector Jacob Bacal in the lounge of the St. Regis Hotel over the course of about a decade, beginning in the mid-1960s. Dali and his wife Gala lived at the St. Regis during the fall and winter throughout the 1960s and 1970s. An impressive and comprehensive collection of many formats. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Alice in Wonderland’s creator follows an actress to the theatre
530. Salvador Dali. Color postcard of Dali’s 1931 work entitled ‘The Old Age of William Tell,’ 5.75 x 4, signed on a light area of the image in blue ballpoint, “Dali.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
531. Salvador Dali.
Color 8.5 x 11.75 program photo of one of Dali’s surreal works, signed vertically in green felt tip with a rapid, inperson signature. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
532. Charles L. Dodgson. Beloved British author of Alice’s
Adventures in Wonderland, better known by his pen name, Lewis Carroll (1832–1898). ANS signed “C. L. Dodgson,” one page, 6 x 4, no date, with “Monday,” written by Dodgson in the lower left corner. Brief note to W. Warner. In full: “What theatre is Lizzie Coote acting at?” On the reverse, Dodgson has addressed the note “W. Warner, Esq.” Several diagonal and vertical folds from folding for transmittal, scattered toning, and a brush to “Monday,” otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“This was drawn by ‘Lewis Carroll’” 533. Charles L. Dodgson. ALS signed “C. L. D.,” one page, 5.25 x 3.5, Ch[rist] Ch[urch], March 17. Letter to Ursula Mallam. In full: “Please tell your mother I’ll meet the tram at 6.15 at Carfax on Tuesday: &, if that fails, I’ll be there at 6.30 also; & again at 6.45. May I fetch you for tea next Saturday? I wd come at abt 3.” Also includes an original pencil sketch by Dodgson of a surprised young boy on an off-white 2.5 x 7.75 sheet, identified below by Mallam later in life, “This was drawn by ‘Lewis Carroll.’” In overall fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds to the letter, two horizontal folds to the sketch (one passing through the boy’s chest), and a couple spots of soiling to both. Accompanied by a brief statement from one of Mallam’s descendants, identifying her handwriting. Rare and desirable in any format, Dodgson’s drawings are especially scarce and highly collectible—this is just the second we have offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Showcasing his use of vernacular in a stanza from ‘Banjo Song’ 534. Paul Laurence Dunbar. African-American poet (1872–1906) known for his colorful use of language and dialect, who died of tuberculosis at the age of 33. Scarce and desirable AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 3.5 card. Dunbar pens four lines from his poem ‘Banjo Song.’ In full: “Now I think Heav’n be mo’ homelike / If we’d hyeah some music fall / F’om a real ol’ fashioned banjo, / Like my banjo on de wall!” Signed below in black ink. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
537. Keith Haring. Interesting
color 4 x 6 postcard of Haring’s untitled work depicting a Haring figure morphing into a dolphin, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “K. Haring.” Uniform light haloing to signature and a crease to bottom touching the end of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
535. Robert Frost. Signed book: Selected Poems. Second printing. NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1923. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8, 143 pages. Signed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “Robert Frost, Amherst 1924.” Various mathematical pencil notations and a heavy block of toning to the right side of the first free end page, and general wear to corners of covers, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
536. Maxim Gorky.
Important Russian/Soviet author and activist (1868–1936). Though his criticism of the Communist government led to a relationship marked by conflict and unease, he was ultimately embraced (though closely monitored) by the Stalinist regime, and Stalin himself was a pallbearer at Gorky’s funeral. ANS in Cyrillic, one page, 3.75 x 5, no date. Brief, boldly penned untranslated note. In fine condition, with tape remnant to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
538. Nathaniel Hawthorne. Influential American author (1804– 1864) best known for such classic novels as The Scarlet Letter and The House of Seven Gables. Partly-printed DS, signed “N. Hawthorne,” one page, 6.75 x 8, February 16, 1854. Hawthorne approves Samuel Pearce as Vice Consul. Old tape across top edge, some wrinkling around seals, and a bit of light toning to right edge, otherwise fine condition. Document bears two intact paper seals. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“There is one book by me about the sea on sale at present and I have no wish to saturate the public” 539. Ernest Hemingway. TLS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, Finca Vigia, San
Francisco de Paula, Cuba letterhead, November 5, 1952. Hemingway admonishes one Miss Johnson, in full: “I am very sorry that I cannot give you permission to re-publish ‘On the Blue Water,’ which first appeared in the April 1936 issue of Esquire. There is one book by me about the sea on sale at present and I have no wish to saturate the public. For your future information I would never be interested in re-printing anything, ever, anywhere, for the fee you name.” Making note of the author’s succinct decision, details were penciled at the bottom of the page, probably by Miss Johnson, reading: “We offered $600” and “Story Killed.” Then at the top, “Esquire file Hemingway,” was added for filing purposes. In fine condition, with a staple hole to top edge and some scattered light creasing and toning. Hemingway received a request to re-publish an earlier piece, On the Blue Water, just two months after he released the aforementioned novella. Suffice it to say, the writer did not find flattering the appeal, especially given the offered compensation. Understandably, Hemingway was not disposed to reintroducing the world to the unremarkable and unnamed old fisherman from his earlier work, chiefly because his newest champion, Santiago from The Old Man and the Sea, had popularly yielded complimentary recognition. And, as he sought not to “saturate” the public with two tales of the sea, he deemed his recent work more worthy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
An extraordinary photograph of the sportsman-author beside the catch from an “Old Man and the Sea Expedition” 540. Ernest Hemingway. Amazing and visually-striking vintage glossy
6.75 x 9.25 photo of Hemingway and Elicio Arguelles posing alongside a giant marlin, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To J. C. De Clairmont from his and Wheerler’s friend, Ernest Hemingway. This fish caught by Elicio Arguelles, Old Man and the Sea Expedition, Cabo Blanco, May 1956.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 16.5. Scattered creases, surface marks, and dings, silvering to darker areas of image (visible only at an angle), and portions of Hemingway’s signature and inscription a couple shades light due to decreased ink flow, otherwise very good condition. Just off the northern coast of Peru, Cabo Blanco was known worldwide as Marlin Boulevard for the record-setting fish that filled its waters. It was there that Hemingway spent April and May of 1956 with a film crew from Warner Brothers studios making the movie version of his book, The Old Man and the Sea. Cuban sportsman Elicio Arguelles, who accompanied him on several of his fishing trips for the film, proudly stands next to his catch from one such trip with the great writer at the other side. From Hemingway’s quintessential fisherman pose, to the story-related setting, to the lengthy inscription in his hand labeling the catch as a result of an “Old Man and the Sea Expedition,” this photo is exceptional! Absolutely one of the greatest literary-related photos we have ever seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Holmes sends a portrait “among the least unpleasant of the many likenesses which have been taken of me” 541. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. ALS
signed “O. W. Holmes,” one page, 4.5 x 6, July 4, 1881. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In full: “You will find a few lines with the ‘autograph’ you ask for on the next leaf. Also a card photograph, one of the more recent ones which have been taken, a poor specimen of the art, but among the least unpleasant of the many likenesses which have been taken of me.” In very good condition, with collector’s ink notation along top edge and mild toning to lower half of page. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite portrait of Holmes by Whipple of Boston. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Uncommon portrait of the Harlem Renaissance poet 542. Langston Hughes. American
writer (1902–1967), one of the key figures of the Harlem Renaissance, best known for such works as Weary Blues and The Ways of White Folks. Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 Carl Van Vechten photo of Hughes in profile, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For Virgilio Planas, Sincerely, Langston Hughes.” Photo is affixed to a slightly larger mount. Light to moderate contrast to portions of signature and inscription, and a couple of light corner creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Weissmuller’s personal copy of his Hurrell portrait 543. George Hurrell.
Limited edition 21.5 x 32 print of Hurrell’s portrait of Johnny Weissmuller honoring his Olympic achievements, numbered 440/500, signed in the lower border in gold ink, “Hurrell.” Framed to an overall size of 23 x 33. In fine condition. Originates from the estate of Weissmuller’s daughter, Lisa Weissmuller Gallagher. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
544. Washington Irving. Par-
tial ALS, one page, 8 x 3.75, no date. Conclusion of a letter of recommendation. In part: “A lad of excellent character, good capacity and a decided turn for mathematical studies. Hoping to obtain your favorable countenance of this application.” In fine condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and irregularly trimmed top and bottom edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
545. James Joyce. Signed
book: Anna Livia Plurabelle. Limited edition of 800 copies (this being No. 184). NY: Crosby Gaige, 1928. Hardcover, 4.75 x 7, 61 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink. Autographic condition: some light toning and edge chipping, otherwise fine. Book condition: G+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
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546. Nikos Kazantzakis. Greek writer and philosopher (1883– 1957) best known for his novel Zorba the Greek. Extremely rare ALS in French, one page both sides, 8 x 10, Organisation des Nations Unies Pour L’Education, La Science & La Culture letterhead, June 8, 1947. Letter to Swedish Hellenist Borje Knos. In part (translated): “Here we are in the month of August—the generous Greek god who brings us there these both fruits full of mystery and honey, figs and grapes. Could I hope that this generous god will lead your steps to Paris? I would really be happy…Here, in Unesco’s office, the work has been very intense and interesting. But it does not leave me with much free time to breathe and write, I began a series of works (tragedies and novels) and everything remains unresolved. And there is nothing in the world that gives me a greater pain than unfinished work. I do not want to die without being able to save my full soul, by expressing it in clear, hard and inflamed words. Like Ulysses in my Odyssey, I would only let death get a few bones and a bit of dried flesh…Shall we still have time to enjoy this unique and ephemeral life? Light increasingly darkens our poor planet, as we are entering a pervasive shadow, the human mind suffers an eclipse—our responsibility is great, and every spark of light that exists must be saved…the word beginning! Every day, I become more and more pessimistic and more aware of human responsibility. Keep that spark, do not let it off! To fighting this horrible night with this little light. To standing with open eyes, mind being like a sentinel.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a TLS from Kazantzakis’s widow forwarding this letter to a charity auction for the Association Suisse en Faveur des Enfants Infirmes Moteurs Cerebraux. Written while in self-exile during the year between publishing two of his most famous novels, Zorba the Greek and The Greek Passion, Kazantzakis pens this letter in poetic language and refers to many of the same themes present in his literary works—he deals with his own mortality and spirituality, as well as the responsibilities of humankind in an ever-darkening world. It also features outstanding literary content, with a reference to what he considered his most important work, The Odyssey: A Modern Sequel, and his fear of letting work go unfinished. Having dedicated his entire life to a spiritual journey, Kazantzakis’s desire to “save [his] full soul, by expressing it in clear, hard and inflamed words,” is immensely powerful—his religious and artistic journeys are linked, and his struggle to write becomes his struggle to attain spiritual fulfillment. An exquisite letter containing all that could be desired in an epistle from the celebrated Greek writer-philosopher. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
First edition of his bibliography signed “Brother Jack” 547. Jack Kerouac.
Signed book: A Bibliography of Works by Jack Kerouac. First edition. Phoenix Book Shop, Inc., 1967. Softcover, 5.5 x 8.5, 99 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second page “For Tony from Brother Jack, 9-25-67, Lowell.” Book also contains five pages of corrections, perhaps made by Kerouac. Autographic condition: fine, with a light central vertical bend. Book condition: G/None. Green wraps; light wear to edges and soiling to exterior; few splits in paper along spine-edges (largest approx. 1.5˝ at front upper edge); binding glue brittle, with several hinges cracked and a few pages fully detached (others loose). In protective mylar. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 114 | June 19, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE
Tongue in cheek, Kerouac grades a term paper 548. Jack Kerouac. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, August 24, 1968. Short letter to American Literature teacher Mr. Knight. In full: “Tell Miss Scarmazzi Grandpa also gives her an ‘A.’—Gracci, Jack Kerouac.” Kerouac is referring to Vicki Scarmazzi’s 10-page paper entitled “Little Paradises Take Their Time: A Critical Analysis of Maggie Cassidy,” a copy of which is included with this letter. In fine condition. Maggie Cassidy was Kerouac’s largely autobiographical novel about life in Lowell, Massachusetts, first published in 1959. Spanning the years 1938 and 1939, Kerouac chronicled his one-time high school relationship with teenage sweetheart Mary Carney. Though written in 1953, the work—which Kerouac apparently enjoyed having had analyzed in a literature class—was not published until two years after the success of On the Road. A pleasant response mailed just one year before the great writer’s sudden death. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Outstanding piece of original artwork, a prime example of the artist’s celebrated representations of childhood 549. B. Cory Kilvert. American artist (1879–1946) famous for his illustrations appearing in books and magazines—including Harper’s, Collier’s, and Life—from the early 1900s to mid-1930s. Impressive original ink and watercolor artwork of a group of children playing with a rather frazzled baby cow, 23.75 x 14, signed in the lower right, “B. Cory Kilvert, 1906.” In fine condition, with light overall toning (heavier to edges), and a few edge chips. Kilvert was especially well-known for his humorous and realistic renditions of children, of which this is a nice example. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
550. Rudyard Kipling. Ink signature,
“Rudyard Kipling,” on an off-white 5 x 2.75 sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by a brief typed note of compliments. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
“If one involves a doctor in one’s life, one loses all liberty”
Scarce American classic 552. Harper Lee. Signed
book: To Kill a Mockingbird. 40th anniversary edition. NY: HarperCollins, 1999. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 323 pages. Boldly signed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: NF/F. Grey paper-covered boards; diagonal crease to last three pages, otherwise fine condition. Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
553. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Original 4.25
551. Marie Laurencin. French painter (1883–1956) known as one
of the few female Cubists. ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7, no date. Letter to the mother of her physician, translated in full: “I did not want to worry your son as I feel I am now much better. But if one involves a doctor in one’s life, one loses all liberty. For a few more days I will stay home in the evenings.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
x 6.5 cabinet photo by Warren’s of Boston, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Henry W. Longfellow.” In very good condition, with overall foxing to the mount and image, hardly detracting from the sharp image and bold signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Vibrant 1966 Christmas card
557. Joan Miro. Colorful Christmas card from 1966, 5.5 x 4.25
554. Man Ray. Signed book: Pablo Picasso 1930–1935. Paris:
S.G.I.E. Softcover, 9.75 x 12.5. Signed in red ink under an image of a young Picasso on an opening page. Autographic condition: fine, with some mild toning to edges of signed page. Book condition: G/None. Illustrated white wraps; edges worn; moderately soiled and yellowed; upper 3˝ of spine still affixed to textblock, but the remainder of the spine/wraps is detached; binding glue extremely brittle. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
555. Man Ray.
Ink signature, “Man Ray,” on an off-white 3.75 x 1.75 slip clipped from the closing of a letter. A vertical fold between first and last name and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
closed, featuring a colorful design by Miro on the front. Inside bears printed names of Miro and his wife, with Miro adding a two-line holiday sentiment and signing underneath, “Miro.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
558. Joan Miro. Rare
ALS in Spanish, signed “Miro,” one onionskin page, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, September 1, 1974. Untranslated letter to Leonard Lyons of New York. In fine condition, with some creasing to the upper edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Miro’s hand. Miro letters are quite scarce, this being just the third ALS—and the first in Spanish—we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
559. Felix Nadar. Pseudonym of
556. Joan Miro. Signed book: Miro. Later printing. NY: Crown Publishers, 1963. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.75 x 7, 141 pages. Signed on the reverse of the half-title page, “Miro!” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: G-/VG-. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Gaspard-Felix Tournachon (1820– 1910), a French photographer, caricaturist, journalist, novelist, and balloonist. ALS in French, signed “Nadar,” one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, October 3, 1903. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In full (translated): “In Paris for a few days only. I so much want, even need to see you. But my age makes it hard for me to move about, so I would be twice obliged to you if you would let me know as soon as possible what days and hours you are at the museum so that I can be sure to meet you there.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
560. Eugene O’Neill. Signed book: Collected Plays of Eugene O’Neill, Volumes I and II. Limited edition of 1200 copies (this being No. 55). NY: Boni and Liveright, 1924. Hardcover, 6 x 9, 501 and 456 pages. Signed on the colophon in Volume I. Autographic condition: some light mirroring of title page over signed page, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: VG-/None. Two volumes with blue cloth-covered spines and paper-covered boards. Both volumes have worn edges (with bumps/tears at corners and spine-ends); soiling and rubbing to exteriors; expected wear to deckled edges; yellowing and slightly sunned spines; a bookplate to both ffeps. Volume I is slightly shaken, and volume II has a cracked rear hinge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
561. Maxfield Parrish. TLS, one page,
8.25 x 11, personal letterhead, July 20, 1940. Letter to a young collector. In part: “I hope when you come to Manchester you can have the opportunity for a ride in this direction, for in good weather I think you will find the country in these parts of interest. It would be well to let me know in advance in [sic] possible that I may not miss you.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and foxing, heavier at edges, and intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
563. Auguste Rodin. ALS in
French, signed “A. Rodin,” one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, March 23, 1903. Letter to “Mademoiselle Cimino,” a close collaborator, Emilia Cimino, who was promoting Rodin’s work in the United States. In full (translated): “I am present with you in New York and hope the weather is now fine. If I judge from the tempests in Meudon your trip must have been terrible. Thank you for your help and friendship and do prepare your conferences later.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Sending a letter to his longtime friend and noted art critic 562. Pierre-Auguste R e n o i r. H a n d - a d -
dressed and signed letter panel, postmarked 1913, addressed to his friend and art critic “[M]onsieur Teodor de Wyzewa,” in Paris, and signed in the upper left corner, “Renoir”, adding his street name underneath. Double-matted and framed with a color print of Renoir’s 1881 work ‘Luncheon of the Boating Party,’ featuring Gustave Caillebotte seated on lower right and Renoir’s future wife Aline Charigot, to an overall size of 20 x 20. In fine condition, with Renoir’s writing and signature just a shade light, but all still completely legible. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Delightful court jester sketch from the revolutionary cubist 564. Pablo Picasso. Exquisite signed book with original sketch:
Grands Peintres: Picasso. Paris: Hachette, 1966. Softcover, 10.5 x 14. Signed and inscribed on the first page in black felt tip, “Pour Madame Boccard, Picasso, le 4.5.69,” with a small sketch of a court jester below. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from his son, Claude Picasso, as well as a copy of a letter from the original recipient. Her letter states that she was an associate of Picasso’s longtime physician, Jean Stehelin, and was once tasked with performing an injection for him in 1968 at his home in Notre-Dame de Vie. This resulted in a friendship and numerous meetings, and she notes that the ‘signatures, delicate inscriptions and little sketches were executed during a lovely afternoon in Notre Dame de Vie.’ Picasso famously admitted, ‘It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.’ A fantastic piece of original, impromptu artwork that demonstrates the master’s childlike whimsy, coupled with outstanding provenance. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
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Through this fantastically insightful collection of letters, Seuss delivers a completely unique sketch, a glimpse into the beginning of The Cat in the Hat’s television break, and a crucial decision that proves to mold the world of children’s literature 565. Dr. Seuss. Three remarkable letters from Dr. Seuss, one ALS and two TLSs, all written to the wife of a Texas doctor during the spring and summer of 1972. ALS, signed in red artist’s pencil, “Dr. S.,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Dr. Seuss letterhead, dated May 18, 1972. In the upper left of the page, Seuss has drawn a pencil, ink, and crayon sketch of the Cat in the Hat wearing a surgical mask and cap. Seuss writes, in part: “Your amazing box of unexpected goodies arrived just an hour ago! You’d be surprised how you’ve changed the appearance of the cat-in-thehat, who is now in surgery, wearing both appurtenances. You’d also be surprised to see how much happier my studio looks with precious cat, Anna, perched high on the book case radiating warmth (and a slight confusion on being suddenly in a new home). The only present I haven’t yet sampled is the tape recording.” TLS, signed “Dr. Seuss,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, Beginner Books letterhead, dated August 28, 1972. Seuss responds to an inquiry about his stories being used more to teach. In part: “I agree with you entirely about the great importance of Phonics in teaching kids to read…And the inclusion of two ‘Instructions to Parents’ pages could also help any parent who is trying to teach his child to read and recognize punctuation marks. However, more than ten years ago, when Beginner Books was founded, the founders went through a long soul-searching period, during which we established our publishing philosophy. We discussed…Just how far should we get involved with actual teaching? And we finally came to the following conclusion: We should not involve ourselves with teaching at all.” The third letter is a short TLS, signed “T. S. Geisel,” one page, 7 x 10, Dr. Seuss letterhead, dated April 25, 1972, sending thanks for the woman’s first letter. In fine condition, with signature a bit cramped due to space. The remaining two letters show a bit more wear, with toned front page to longer TLS, staple holes to both pages, and creasing through signature of last letter, as well as some scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. Each of Seuss’s letters are accompanied by their original mailing envelopes, and also accompanied by photocopies of the woman’s correspondence with Seuss. Featuring a one-of-kind sketch of Seuss’ beloved Cat in the Hat, tailored to recipients“Mrs. Dr. T. and Dr. T.,” the author’s first letter makes mention of him “rushing out of here to catch a plane for Hollywood, for a week’s work on my new T.V. Special.” His favorite cat had already premiered in his own animated television special, The Cat in the Hat, in March of 1971, and Seuss was jet-setting to LA to oversee the production of the follow-up, Dr. Seuss on the Loose, which aired on October 15, 1972. The show was hosted by The Cat in the Hat, featuring animated adapta-
tions of other Seuss children’s stories, including The Sneetches, The Zax, and Green Eggs and Ham. Not only was Seuss busy with bringing his literary creation to life for media, but Beginner Books was also thriving. Their decision not to teach, but rather create supplemental tools for teachers, proved even more valuable; in 1954, Life magazine published an article regarding the illiteracy of school children, and compiled a list of 348 words that were deemed significant for first-graders to comprehend. They challenged Geisel to write a book using 250 of the words listed, and the result was the children’s classic, The Cat in the Hat. These letters create a vivid picture of the ever-evolving career and journey of a visionary, from his jump to television to his dedication to providing a vast library of imagination and literary stepping stones to an adolescent population in need. An exemplar collection brimming with insight and energy. RRAuction COA.…(MB $300) | 119
Sending birthday wishes from his lovable characters Jennie and Little Bear 566. Maurice Sendak. Signed book: Seven Tales by H. C. Andersen. First edition. NY: Harper and Brothers, 1959. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.75 x 9, 128 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “June ’62, Happy Birthday to Martha! from Maurice Sendak and Jennie and Little Bear,” above spectacular sketches of the two beloved characters. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG-. Navy cloth-covered boards with gilt titles; light wear to edges with minor bumps at corners and spine-ends; minor discoloration to spine; very slightly shelf-cocked; pastedowns slightly yellowed from publisher’s glue. Dust jacket has chips/tears and creases along edges; heavy rubbing along folds; moderate soiling; spine slightly sunned; publisher’s sticker on front cover partially removed, with remnants over spine. A well-done set of adorable sketches of two of his lesser-seen characters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“This is a childish forgery—obviously” 567. George Bernard Shaw.
Unusual typed manuscript of an unidentified ‘Preface’ or letter supposedly written by Shaw, seven pages, 8 x 10.25, signed on the first page in red ink, “This is a childish forgery—obviously, G. B. S., 25/8/36.” The faked manuscript is written as a letter to an aspiring poet, containing various thoughts on poetry, writing, and politics. Three fragile horizontal mailing folds and binding holes to the left border, otherwise fine condition. A unique item that demonstrates Shaw’s feisty personality. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
568. Ernest Shepard. ALS, one page, 5.25 x 5.5, December 4, 1958. Letter to a young woman. In full: “Edittia Roupell tells me that you would like to have my autograph. I am glad to be able to subscribe myself.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“Inquiring about a copy of America” 569. 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. ALS signed “S. F. Smith,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, Newton Center, Massachusetts, November 13, 1893. Letter to George Corthall. In part: “Your two letters are at hand,—one, of thanks, which I appreciate; the other inquiring about a copy of America, with portrait accompanying…The sheet was gotten up, I think about in Dec. last, for some sort of school fair or bazaar, so called, by a female school teacher.” In fine condition, with some superficial chipping to top edge. Copies of Smith’s poem were frequently sold at fairs. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
570. John Steinbeck. Vintage fountain
pen signature, “John Steinbeck,” on an offwhite 3.25 x 2 card. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal letter from his publisher, dated October 5, 1956. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
On one of his rare calling cards, Toulouse-Lautrec writes a pass for two to his London exhibition
571. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Important French painter and
printmaker (1864–1901) whose lively, colorful portrayals of the people and places of fin-de-siècle Paris take a place among the most iconic images of the era. A rare example of Toulouse-Lautrec’s personal calling card, 4 x 2.25, with two lines of pencil notes in his hand, a pass to admit two people to his exhibition at the Goupil Galleries in London with the date and the time along the bottom, also in his hand. Mild toning, a bit of trivial foxing, and a diagonal crease to lower right corner affecting a single word of the date line, otherwise fine condition. Anything in Toulouse-Lautrec’s hand is quite scarce, particularly such a personal item, connected with a rare exhibition outside France. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
572. Leo Tolstoy. Crisp ink signature on an off-white 5.25 x 4.5 lightly-lined folded sheet. Intersecting vertical and horizontal creases towards the left edge, some trivial creasing, and scattered light foxing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
573. Andy Warhol.
Program cover from a 1979 art gallery booklet entitled ‘Space Fruit: Still Lifes,’ 10 x 8, signed below his printed name in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few light creases and subtle haloing to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Adorned with the iconic “Campbell’s Soup” 574. Andy Warhol. Signed book: The
Philosophy of Andy Warhol. First edition, later printing. NY: Harcourt Brace, 1975. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 241 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page in black felt tip, “To Larry Berm, Andy Warhol, Palm Beach 1975,” filling the majority of the page with a large sketch of his iconic soup can, labeled “Campbell’s Soup.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG+. Orange cloth-covered spine and yellow paper-covered boards; edges rubbed; light soiling and foxing to textblock edges; four small remnants of removed paper on front endpapers. Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve; some small tears and creases to edges; slight rubbing; spine slightly sunned. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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576. Andy Warhol.
575. Andy Warhol. Color post-
card of Warhol’s 1964 work entitled ‘Flowers,’ 4 x 5.75, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Color 10 x 8 print entitled ‘Pears,’ from a 1979 art gallery booklet entitled ‘Space Fruit: Still Lifes,’ signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few light creases. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Whitman requests copies of the Philadelphia Press in which ‘A Death-Bouquet’ appeared 577. Walt Whitman. Brief ALS, on a 5 x 3 postcard, February 2, 1890. To Melville Phillips at the Philadelphia Press Newspaper Office. In full: “If convenient would you send me by mail six copies Press of to-day. Sunday? Direct.” Reverse is addressed in Whitman’s hand to Phillips. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning, a light brush to top right affecting small portion of date and text, and a couple brushes and soiling to address side. Taken from ‘With Walt Whitman in Camden, Volume 6’ by Horace Traubel: ‘Monday, February 3, 1890…Said the appearance of his little piece in yesterday’s Press was ‘the first notion’ he had that ‘it was bought by a syndicate.’’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Wolfe presents a copy of Look Homeward Angel to “a fellow townsman” 578. Thomas Wolfe. Signed book: Look Homeward Angel. First edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1931. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 626 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Win Tilson from a fellow townsman, Tom Wolfe, July 10, 1934.” Autographic condition: scattered toning and soiling, not detracting from the bold signature and inscription, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Navy cloth-covered boards; edges worn, with tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; gilt titles have completely disappeared; insect damage along spine; moderately shaken; textblock yellowed, with some light foxing (mostly at first/last few pages); previous owner’s bookplate to front pastedown. Tilson and Wolfe were both from Asheville, North Carolina, fictionalized in the novel as Altamont, Catawba. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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579. Ansel Adams
580. Ansel Adams
581. Artists
582. Artists
583. Artists
584. Artists
585. Artists
586. Artists
587. Authors
588. Authors
589. Romare Bearden
590. Jorge Luis Borges
591. Pearl S. Buck
592. James M. Cain
593. Karel and Josef Capek
594. Giorgio de Chirico
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595. Christo
596. Lee Conklin
597. Noel Coward
598. Michael Crichton
599. Bloodgood Cutter MB $100
600. Alphonse de Lamartine
601. Alfred de Musset
602. Paul Delvaux
603. Theodore Dreiser
604. Daphne du Maurier
605. Richard Estes
606. Jean-Louis Forain
607. Waldo Frank
608. Red Grooms
609. H. Rider Haggard
610. Edward Everett Hale
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611. Ernest Hemingway: Gregorio Fuentes
612. David Hockney
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614. William Henry Jackson
615. William Henry Jackson
616. Jasper Johns
617. Jasper Johns
618. Yousuf Karsh
619. Rockwell Kent
620. Stephen King
621. Stephen King
622. Stephen King
623. Stephen King
624. Stephen King
625. Ring Lardner
626. Jacob Lawrence
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613. Robert Indiana
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627. Jack Levine
628. Sol LeWitt
631. Edwin Markham
632. George R. R. Martin
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629. Roy Lichtenstein MB $100
633.
W. S o m e r s e t Maugham MB $100
630. Roy Lichtenstein MB $100
634. Peter Max MB $100
635. H. L. Mencken
636. Arthur Miller
637. Joaquin Miller
638. John Ames Mitchell
639. Robert Motherwell
640. Conde Nast
641. Alice Neel
642. LeRoy Neiman
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643. LeRoy Neiman
644. LeRoy Neiman
645. Helmut Newton
647. Joseph Paxton
648. Norman Vincent Peale
649. Henry J. Peck
650. Walker Percy
651. Prairie Home Companion
652. Karl Priebe MB $200
653. Robert Rauschenberg
654. Robert Rauschenberg
655. Norman Rockwell
656. Sculptors
657. George Segal
658. Ernest Thompson Seton
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646. Giuseppe Palizzi MB $200
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659. Dr. Seuss MB $100
660. Eric Sloane MB $100
661. Eugene Spiro MB $100
662. Harriet Prescott Spofford MB $100
663. Gene Stratton-Porter
664. Alice B. Toklas
665. Roland Topor
666. P. L. Travers
667. John Updike
668. James Van Der Zee
669. Victor Vasarely
670. William Wegman
671. Tom Wesselmann
672. Tom Wesselmann
673. John Greenleaf Whittier
674. Alexander Woollcott
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comic art & animation 675. Sergio Aragones.
Two original animation cels, each consisting of a sheet of 8 x 11 acetate with a red hand-applied background presented against a hand-inked scene on an off-white 9.5 x 11.5 sheet of artist’s cardstock. The first scene, labeled “50,” shows a man jumping into a pool, and the second, labeled “51,” shows the rest of the swimmers diving in as an angry dog follows. The second is signed in the lower right in black ink, “Aragones.” In overall fine condition. These cels date from the late 60s to early 70s. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
676. Sergio Aragones. Orig-
inal signed ink and watercolor artwork of an absurd looking musketeer on an off-white 9.75 x 12.5 sheet, signed in the lower right in black ink, “Aragones, 69” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
679. Charles Burns. Color limited
edition 25.5 x 16.5 print of Burns’s depiction of William S. Burroughs, numbered 41/160, signed in the lower border in pencil. Rolled and in fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
680. Milton Caniff. Original vintage signed and inscribed ink full-length sketch of Burma from Terry and the Privates on an off-white 4 x 8.5 card, signed and inscribed at the bottom, “’Burma’ for Betty Gabrielson, with best wishes—Milton Caniff, N. Y. 1945.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
681. Al Capp. DS, one page,
8.5 x 11, January 22, 1970. Standard AFTRA contract in which Capp agrees to appear on The Merv Griffin Show on the same day in exchange for $265. Signed at the conclusion in ballpoint by Capp. A standard AFTRA rider is stapled to the main document at the top. In fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
677. C. C. Beck. Color satinfinish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Captain Marvel, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
678. Mel Blanc. Color 8 x
10 cardstock photo of Blanc surrounded by his characters, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Eh—what’s up James? ‘Bugs Bunny & Gang,’ 11-30-81, Mel Blanc.” In fine condition, with slight haloing to the inscription. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
682.
Cartoonists.
Seven original felt tip and ballpoint sketches on individual off-white 6 x 4 cards, each signed by the artist. Sketches are by Sergio Aragones, Bil Keane (ins), Hank Ketcham (ins), Russell Myers (ins), Reg Smythe, David Berg, and Chon Day. In overall very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 129
683. Jim Davis. Four original hand-painted Garfield animation cels, ranging in size from 9.25 x 6.5 to 11 x 8, each signed at the bottom in black felt tip by Davis. Each is presented against a preprinted color background and individually matted to an overall size of 16 x 13. Affixed to the reverse of each mat is a tag that reads, “Garfield Original Animation Production Cel,” along with a unique identification number. In overall fine condition. Each is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed in red felt tip by Davis. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
687. Disney Voices. Three
signed photos: one glossy 8 x 10 photo of Adriana Caselotti, signed in red felt tip, “Voice of Snow White, Adriana Caselotti”; one glossy 10 x 8 of Snow White scenes, signed in blue felt tip, “‘Whistle while you work,’ I do at age 77! Voice of Snow White, Adriana Caselotti”; and one color 8.5 x 11 cardstock photo of Pinocchio, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Jim, hi diddle dee dee, from Dickie Jones, the voice of Pinocchio.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
688. Disney: Adriana Caselotti.
684. Jim Davis.
ALS signed “Snow White, Adriana Caselotti,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Snow White 50th Anniversary letterhead, July 5, 1987. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I can’t thank you enough for your interest in Snow White’s voice.” Caselotti sends a check for books and writes in the lower left corner, “Check is in my 2 married names—Mitchell & Caselotti.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
Four-layer handpainted animation cel, 12 x 9, depicting Garfield in a Hawaiian lei with a female friend, and set against a pre-printed background, signed in black felt tip by Davis. Matted to an overall size of 17 x 14. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
689. Disney: Donnie Dunagan. Actor (born
685. Jim Davis. Four items: TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Garfield letterhead, January 23, 2001, responding to an autograph request; and three felt tip signatures, “Thanks! Jim Davis,” on individual off-white 4.5 x 6 cards featuring an image of Garfield and Odie. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
1934) best known for his role as Peter von Frankenstein in Son of Frankenstein. He also provided the voice of Bambi in the 1942 Disney film. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “Hi Johnny… Thanks for your help. Donnie Dunagan, Bambi 1941.” In fine condition, with scattered creases to lower portion of photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
686. Eldon Dedini. Two
items: one original signed felt tip sketch of a man with a beautiful woman on an off-white 6 x 4 card; and one printed sketch of a smiling devil on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Greetings, Steve! Eldon Dedini, 7-18-88.” In overall fine condition, with a central horizontal fold to the printed sketch. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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690. Disney: Margaret Kerry. Actress who served
as the model for Tinker Bell in the 1953 film Peter Pan. Three color satin-finish photos featuring Tinker Bell, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed with a different, lengthy sentiment in blue felt tip or silver ink. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
691. Walt Disney. Amusing vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Disney reading Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to two chimpanzees sitting on his desk, nicely signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Carlos, Walt Disney.” In fine condition, with a crease to lower right corner. A very bold and large signature measuring almost six inches long. Pre-certified Phil Sears COA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
692. The Flintstones. Original
694. The F l i n t stones. Col-
hand-painted animation cel of Barney Rubble from The Flintstones on a 5.75 x 7.75 sheet of acetate, together with the matching original pencil production sketch on an offwhite 5.75 x 7.75 sheet. Attractively double-matted and framed with a descriptive plaque to an overall size of 21.5 x 18.5. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
or hand-painted publicity cel of Betty and Wilma on a 12.5 x 10.25 acetate sheet. Cel bears a printed Hanna-Barbera copyright notice to the lower right. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
693. The Flintstones. Color
6 9 5 . Ve r n Greene. Two
hand-painted publicity cel of the Flintstones in a bathtub on a 12.5 x 10.25 acetate sheet. Cel bears a printed Hanna-Barbera copyright notice to the lower right. In fine condition.
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original handinked Bringing Up Father comic strips, ink with applied pattern transparencies on artist’s cardstock, each 20 x 6.5, 1960, depicting the complicated lives of Maggie and Jiggs. Both are signed in a panel, “Vern Greene.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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696. Milt Gross. TLS,
one page, 8.25 x 5.5, The World letterhead, August 15, 1930. Nice letter to a young collector. In part: “Your cheerful spirit is something that should be an inspiration to lots of folks that seemingly have something to complain about. I’m sorry that ‘Nize Baby’ is out of print…I hope the little autograph will suffice for the time being.” Above his signature Gross adds two ink sketches of two of his comic characters. A vertical fold through a single letter of signature and scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
700. Jim Keefe. Three items: one original pencil sketch of Flash Gordon in profile on an off-white 5 x 3 card, signed and inscribed in pencil, “To Jim, Best Always! Sincerely, ‘Flash’ and Jim Keefe”; one King Comics Flash Gordon comic book #R-16 from 1977, 6.5 x 10, 32 pages, signed on the front cover above Gordon in black ballpoint; and one color 11 x 8.5 printout of a Flash Gordon comic strip, signed in the lower border in black ballpoint. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
697. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera.
701. Harvey Kurtzman. Color lim-
Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the pair with some of their creations, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Michael, Bill Hanna,” and “Joe Barbera.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
698. Bill Hanna.
ited edition 17.5 x 26.5 print entitled ‘1998 Outer Galactic Comic-Con,’ numbered 145/500, signed in the lower border in pencil. Rolled and in fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
702. Walter Lantz.
Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Hanna with Fred Flintstone and Yogi Bear looking over his shoulders, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes Bill Hanna.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
Original hand-painted production cel of Woody Woodpecker, 6.5 x 7, signed in the lower right in black felt tip by Lantz. Double-matted to an overall size of 19.5 x 17.5. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
699. Jimmy Hatlo.
Original hand-inked artwork for a two-panel They’ll Do It Every Time comic strip, ink on artist’s cardstock, 12.25 x 9, 1940, depicting the humorous failure of a horse racing gambling system. Signed in the lower right corner, “Jimmy Hatlo,” and signed and inscribed in the first panel to a fellow cartoonist, “To Richard Taylor, With best wishes from Jimmy Hatlo.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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703. Walter Lantz. Three items: two original signed and inscribed felt tip sketches of Woody Woodpecker on individual off-white cards; and one glossy 5 x 6 photo of Lantz surrounded by his characters, signed and inscribed in gold ink. In overall fine condition, with some irregular adhesion to the gold ink signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
704. Harry Mace. Original
hand-painted color comic art, ink and watercolor on artist’s cardstock, 10.75 x 13.75, depicting a young man with a band-aid on his mouth, captioned, “—Then it dawned on me that she had a brace on her teeth.” Signed in the lower left corner, “Harry Mace.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
706. Mad Magazine.
Tw o o r i g i n a l unsigned Mad Magazine ink and pencil production sketches on individual off-white sheets of approximately 11 x 14. One shows a group of six humorous characters and the other shows a stoned man in a Hawaiian shirt. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
707. Winsor McCay. Cartoonist and animator (circa
1867/71–1934) best known for Little Nemo and Gertie the Dinosaur. Original vintage signed ink sketch of Little Sammy Sneeze sneezing on an off-white 8.5 x 5 sheet, with the inscription incorporated into the sneeze, and signed at the bottom by McCay. In fine condition, with two vertical folds and a bit of inconsequential paper loss to top left corner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“To hit the ‘big time’ successfully you have to be exceptionally good at some type of cartoon already being used or develop something original” 705. Rex Maxon. Cartoonist (1892–1973), an illustrator for Tarzan and the creator of Turok. ALS, two pages, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 2, 1946. Letter to an aspiring young cartoonist. In part: “I’ll pass on a couple of tips that were given me…by Claire Briggs. 1. Realize, right at the beginning, that you are letting yourself in for a program of hard labor for life…2. Avoid synthetic shortcuts…To hit the ‘big time’ successfully you have to be exceptionally good at some type of cartoon already being used or develop something original (either in gag, story, type of characters or method of presentation). A good or original gag or story even poorly drawn will get farther that a poor gag or story well drawn. 4 and last) Don’t despise such boring subjects as perspective and fore shortening. I know several subjects very good cartoonists and even one or two painters who would give their back teeth for a solid grounding in those subjects. If you get knocked down or lost along the way go back to where you are on solid footing and begin again.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed by Maxon, and signed on the back flap. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 133
Apologizing with a sketch of Buster Brown 708. Richard Outcault. Cartoonist and creator of Buster Brown (1863–1928). After achieving financial success, he retired to pursue his first love, painting, and became a well-respected figure in American art. ALS signed “R. F. Outcault,” one page, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Mrs. Bass. In full: “I am awfully sorry I had to keep your husband from his Thanksgiving dinner but we just had to do it. Buster has resolved to make it all right in the near future.” At the bottom of the letter Outcault has added a wonderful sketch of Buster Brown and his dog Tige at the bottom of the page, with a word balloon from Tige stating, “That’s right.” In fine condition. A rare, darling, and sincere sketch of Outcault’s beloved character. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
709. New Yorker Cartoonists. Five items: one ink signa-
ture and inscription by Charles Addams on an off-white sheet of New Yorker stationery; and four original signed felt tip and ballpoint sketches by George Booth, David Levine, Lee Lorenz (ins), and Gahan Wilson (ins), on individual off-white cards and sheets. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
712. Sleeping Beauty. Original
pencil production sketch of Flora, one of the fairy godmothers in Sleeping Beauty, on an offwhite 8.75 x 10.25 sheet. Attractively double-matted and framed with a descriptive plaque to an overall size of 17 x 19.5. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
710. Charles Schulz. Color 10
x 8 cardstock promotional photo for the 1972 cartoon S n o o p y, C o m e Home, prominently signed in black felt tip, “Charles M. Schulz.” Tape remnants to corners and lower border which could be easily matted out, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
711. Charles Schulz. Printed sketch of Woodstock on an offwhite 8.5 x 11 sheet, prominently signed at the bottom in black felt tip, “Best Wishes—Charles M. Schulz.” In fine condition, with slight scattered wrinkling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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713. Art Spiegelman. Brochure for
Spiegelman’s Project 32 exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art in New York in early 1992, 4 x 11, signed and inscribed in black ink on the cover, “For Richard V. Cancilla and family, with warm regards… Art Spiegelman, 12.2.96,” adding a great sketch of Maus smoking a cigarette. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
714. Superman: Shuster and Siegel. Rare glossy 10 x
720. Myron Waldman. Limited edition
8 photo of a sketched caricature of the Superman creators, signed in blue ballpoint, “Joe Shuster,” and black ballpoint, “Jerry Siegel.” In fine condition. A pair of highly sought after signatures rarely seen in combination. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
715. Tom and Jerry. Color hand-
painted publicity cel of Tom and Jerry on a 12.5 x 10.5 acetate sheet. Cel bears a printed Turner Entertainment copyright notice to the lower right. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
716. Myron Waldman. Limited edition
hand-painted animation cel of Popeye entitled ‘Tales of the Sea,’ numbered 28/500, 12.5 x 10.25, signed in gold ink by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed color cardstock background to an overall size of 13.75 x 11.75. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
717. Myron Waldman.
Limited edition hand-painted animation cel of Popeye entitled ‘The Knockout,’ numbered AP 14/50, 12.5 x 10.25, signed in black ink by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed color cardstock background to an overall size of 13.75 x 11.75. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Popeye Jumps for Olive,’ numbered 183/250, 12.5 x 10.25, signed in black ink by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed color background to an overall size of 11 x 14. Cel bears a 1990 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
721. Myron Waldman.
Limited edition hand-painted animation cel of Casper the Friendly Ghost entitled ‘How to Win Friends,’ numbered 102/125, 12.5 x 10.25, signed in black ink by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed color background to an overall size of 11 x 14. Cel bears a 1995 Harvey Comics limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
722. Frank Willard. Cartoonist (1893–1958) and creator of Moon Mullins, regarded as one of the greatest comic strips of all time. Original vintage signed and inscribed pencil sketch of Moon Mullins on an off-white 3.25 x 5 card, signed and inscribed, “To Leo McPeak, with best wishes from Willlard, 1931.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light foxing and a small crease to right edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
723. Robert Williams. Limited edi-
tion color glossy 14 x 11 photo of Williams’s work entitled ‘Thumpert the Fascist Cotton-Tail,’ numbered 4/50, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a program from one of Williams’s exhibitions. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
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classic music 726. Reginald de Koven. Prolific American
724. Alexander Brailowsky. Vintage
composer of comic operas (1859–1920). Autograph musical manuscript, two pages on 10.25 x 13.25 musically-lined sheets. Titled, signed, and inscribed at the top, “To A. A., ‘Roses,’ Reginald de Koven, 1907,” de Koven pens 32 detailed bars of music and lyrics. In very good to fine condition, with overall toning and scattered chipping and small tears to edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of Brailowsky at his piano, signed and inscribed in ink, “To Benno, in friendship, A. Brailowsky, March 1949.” In very good condition, with the inscription and signature quite faded but legible. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
725. Maria Callas. Program
honoring Callas featuring lyrics to her songs, 11.25 x 11.5, two pages, signed and inscribed on her image on the front in black felt tip, “To Charles, Sincerely, Maria Callas, 1974.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
727. Percy Grainger. Wellregarded Australian-born pianist, conductor, and composer (1882–1961) best known for his folk settings and colorful experimental works. Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Cordial greetings to Marion Coloris Deane from Percy Grainger Sept 1923.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
From his powerful grand opera ‘Vanda’ 728. Antonin Dvorak. Esteemed Czech composer (1841–1904) of orchestral and chamber music, best known for his Symphony No. 9, ‘From the New World.’ AMQS on an off-white 6 x 4.25 sheet. Dvorak pens eight intricate bars from his opera ‘Vanda,’ signing underneath, “Antonin Dvorak, 20/1 1904.” Matted with a portrait of Dvorak to an overall size of 7.75 x 11.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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One of the rarest great 19th century composers
Exceptional check associated with his lifelong musical patron
729. Mikhail Glinka.
Beautifully penned ALS in Italian, signed, “Michele Glinka” (the Italian version of ‘Mikhail’), to Isidoro Cambiasi, December 6 [1832], one page, 4.75 x 7. Translated in full: “When I asked you to give me the pleasure of coming to my house at two, I had forgotten I had an appointment at two thirty. I therefore beg you to anticipate a half hour your very kind visit. A thousand salutations to your very kind wife Cirilla.” In very good condition, with light intersecting folds, scattered moderate surface creasing, uniform toning, some scattered light spots of soiling, and a professionally repaired tear towards the bottom edge. Glinka’s letters written in Russia have generally not entered into circulation, making his foreign correspondences the only obtainable Glinka letters. This piece, written during his brief three-year stay in Italy to his friend and music critic Isidoro Cambiasi, who mediated Glinka’s relationship with his musical publisher, the famous Ricordi house, is the only one we have ever offered! RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
730. Jan Kubelik. Vintage 3.5
x 5.25 postcard photo of Kubelik posing with his violin, signed in fountain pen. Some scattered light flaking of ink in signature, not affecting overall legibility, a few creases, and moderate toning to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
731. Jan Kubelik. Wonderful
AMQS on an off-white 6 x 5 card. Kubelik pens two intricate bars from an unidentified work, signed underneath, “Jan Kubelik, 27.11.1928.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
733. Edvard Grieg. Norwegian composer and pianist (1843–1907). Rare C. F. Peters business check, 11 x 4.25, filled out in another hand in German and signed and dated by Grieg for 1000 marks, April 10, 1906. In fine condition, with three vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature and one with slight tape-repaired separation to top). The German music publishing house C.F. Peter began publishing works when he was just 19, and continued supporting him throughout his life, providing him with housing, a study, and generous remuneration for each of his new works. The relationship became so close that Grieg referred to Max Abraham, the owner of the company, as his ‘adoptive father.’ Between its rarity—this is the first Grieg check we have ever offered—and the terrific musical and biographical associations, this is a truly remarkable piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
733. Victor Masse. French
composer (1822– 1884) who won the Prix de Rome in 1844. Exceptional presentation autograph musical manuscript, four pages on two adjoining 9 x 11.25 musically-lined sheets. Titled at the top, “Basse donnée. Concours de 1840. 1er prix,” Masse pens 100 detailed bars of music, signing at the conclusion, “Victor Massé—a son ami E. Batiste.” In fine condition, with light scattered soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
734. Yehudi Menuhin. Vintage
glossy 6 x 8.5 portrait of Menuhin in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mr. Archie Fields, In memory of my many happy returns to Glasgow, 1930–57…good wishes, Yehudi Menuhin.” A rusty paperclip impression to the upper border (slightly affecting inscription), and a few specks of surface loss to the emulsion, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 137
735. Saverio Mercadante. Italian com-
poser (1795–1870) best known as a predecessor to Giuseppe Verdi and for operas such as Il Giuramento and Orazi e Curiazi. Unsigned autograph musical sketch, one page on a 10.5 x 8.5 musically-lined sheet. Mercadante pens 42 bars of music from an unidentified orchestral work. In very good condition, with a central area of soiling and two binding holes to the left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
738. Arthur Rubinstein. Program from a
Rubinstein concert presented by Hurok, 9 x 12, 23 pages, signed and inscribed on the first page in black ballpoint, “For Margie Goldman, with my friendship—Arthur Rubinstein, 28.2.76.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
739. Jean Sibelius.
736. Pietro Metastasio. Italian poet and librettist (1698–1782) considered the most important writer of opera seria libretti. Untranslated LS in Italian, signed “Metastasio,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7 x 9, May 31, 1738. Letter to his colleague, poet and librettist Stelio Mastraca, whose opera he has received from Gozati. Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in an unknown hand, and retains much of its red wax seal. In very good condition, with several tape repairs, none affecting legibility, intersecting folds, and some light toning from red wax seal. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Large, boldly penned quote from La Bohème 737. Giacomo Puccini. Italian composer (1858–1924) who earned a central place in the operatic pantheon with such repertoire staples as ‘La boheme,’ ‘Madama Butterfly,’ and ‘Tosca.’ AMQS on an off-white 10.25 x 8 album page. Puccini pens the aria ‘Mi chiamano Mimi’ from La Bohème, signing underneath, “Giacomo Puccini 1916.” In fine condition, with some toning to edges, a few light wrinkles and a touch of light soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Distinguished Finnish composer (1865–1957) of Romantic-nationalistic tendencies, best known for his seven completed symphonies and the tone poem Finlandia. Block of four Sibelius postage stamps affixed to a 2.25 x 3.25 off-white card, signed across the stamps in black ink. Poor contrast to signature, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
Two of the virtuoso’s legendary strings presented after a German performance at the height of his fame 740. Niccolo Paganini. Remarkable Italian violinist and composer (1782–1840) generally regarded as the greatest virtuoso in the history of the instrument. Ink signature and sentiment, in Italian, (translated): “Who will keep this forever in the memory of Paganini Niccolo, Elberfeld, 6.22 May 1830” on an off-white 5.5 x 4 card, possibly taken from a photo mount, with two coiled violin strings which Paganini tied near the bottom. Uniform mild toning, otherwise fine condition. An unbelievable souvenir presentation from the most celebrated violinist of his time. During a performance at the height of his career, it is frequently told, Paganini broke a string on his violin, stopped for a moment to retune the remaining three, and resumed playing. A moment later, another broke, and again he resumed; finally, a third broke, leaving him with only one string, on which he was able to beautifully play the remainder of his piece. As Paganini’s fame spread across Europe, so did this tale of his miraculous ability. Rumors swirled of his dealings with the devil that gave him his talent, and his strings became the stuff of legend, with speculation not only on the spirit they held, but also on their making (the intestines of a former lover, some even suggested). The truth behind the story, though significantly less sensational, underscores his phenomenal talent. While writing his own compositions, Paganini taught himself to play significant portions on only one string. To boost his reputation, he would begin concerts with weakened strings, anticipating their breaking so that he could awe the crowd with his ‘impromptu’ single-string completion of the difficult works. This remarkable souvenir, presented during one of his two performances in the small German municipality of Elberfeld in May of 1830, holds all the charm and intrigue of the masterful violinist at the peak of his career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
Extremely rare and musically oriented letter: “I am forced to withdraw from conducting oratorio this year” 741. Bedrich Smetana. Distinguished Czech composer (1824– 1884) best known for his colorful symphonic poem The Moldau and the opera The Bartered Bride. ALS in Czech, signed “Bedr. Smetana,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 5.75, Prague, December 16, 1872. Letter to a friend. In full (translated): “I am informing you that for health reasons I am forced to withdraw from conducting oratorio this year. I feel unwell and tired, that is why I am informing you in time, so you can make your arrangements. When Mr. Skroup studies with the choir, he can easily take over the conducting of the oratorio in the future. I am glad to be of service.” In fine condition, with slight separation to the central horizontal mailing fold. Of Smetana’s ten extended choral works, The Czech Song was his only cantata for mixed voices and orchestra. Rare in any format, this is just the third letter by Smetana we have offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 139
742. John Philip Sousa.
AMQS on an offwhite 4 x 2.5 card. Sousa pens three bars from ‘Imperial Edward,’ signed underneath the quote, “John Philip Sousa 1902.” Two shades of over all toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
743. Isaac Stern. Vintage
glossy 8 x 10 photo of Stern posing with his violin, signed in fountain pen, “With all good wishes—Cordially— Isaac Stern, 1948.” In very good condition, with slightly irregularly trimmed edges, the signature light but legible, and the “8” traced over in darker ink. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
The famed composer’s “Symphony in C” 745. Igor S t r a v i n s k y.
AMQS on an off-white 5.75 x 3.5 card, signed and inscribed in various inks, “To Mr. John Taylor, I. Stravinsky, Hollywood, March/63.” Stravinsky pens a few bars in blue ballpoint on a stamped musical staff, which he identifies above as “Symphony in C.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
Writing to violist Dushkin, the composer mentions four of his most famous works 744. Igor Stravinsky. ALS in
French, signed “I. Stravinsky,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 16, 1943. Letter to to famous violinist Samuel Dushkin. In part (translated): “Season’s Greetings, dearest Samsky, and a thousand thanks for your nice letter about my ‘ODE’. I was very touched. If you are talking about the 6th January, we won’t be able to come, because we only get to New York on the 17th on our way to Chicago where I’ll be giving a lecture in English (!!). What progress…I’ll be delivering the same lecture as I gave at Madisson, and I’m giving a chamber concert at the University of Chicago (conducting ‘Soldat’, and playing ‘Duo Concertante’ and ‘Double Concerto’). Hoping to hear your news.” In fine condition. Stravinsky mentions four of his famous works here (Ode, Histoire du Soldat, Duo Concertante and Double Concerto). In fact, Stravinsky made recordings with Dushkin of the Duo Concertante (Stravinsky on piano and Dushkin on violin). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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746. Anton Strelezki. English pianist and composer (1859–1907) whose real name was Arthur Bransby Burnand. Autograph musical manuscript, three pages on two adjoining 10.5 x 13.5 musically-lined sheets. Titled and signed at the top, “Dedicated to Mrs. Duncan Alexander Caine. Cupid’s Home. Vocal gavotte. Words & music by Anton Strelezki.” Strelezki pens fifty detailed bars of music and lyrics, dating the piece at the conclusion, Paris, June 7, 1890. Two horizontal storage folds with slight separations, overall creases and toning, and paper loss and small tears to the right edge (not affecting any writing or music), otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
contemporary music Remarkable early portrait featuring his Selmer trumpet 750. Louis Armstrong. Choice vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 Selmer
Trumpet promotional photo of Armstrong kissing his horn, nicely signed and inscribed against the white background in fountain pen, “Best wishes to Sigmond Ross, a real ‘SWING’ organist, From, Louis ‘Satch’ Armstrong.” In fine condition, with unobtrusive tack holes to corners, which could be matted out and do not affect the sharp image or signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1963 ‘Fab Four’ Hoffman publicity portrait
751. Beatles. Vintage Beatles 1963 Parlophone postcard photo, trimmed to a size of 3.5 x 4, boldly signed on the reverse in ballpoint, “George Harrison,” and “Lots of luck fellas! Paul McCartney,” and signed in fountain pen “Ringo Starr,” and “John Lennon.” In very good condition, with photo having been professionally cleaned and restored, aforementioned trimmed edges, noticeable crease through McCartney’s signature and sentiment, and remnants of small ink notations and tape removed from image side. Accompanied by two letters of authenticity from noted Beatles experts Frank Caiazzo and Perry Cox. Caiazzo notes that this was signed “within a couple months of its issuance.” Parlophone Records produced a small quantity of promotional photocards in two formats—a horizontal and a vertical, both with pictures being shot by Dezo Hoffman while the Beatles were in the studio. Almost all of these cards were signed on the reverse, because there was very little light area on the front of the cards for their signatures. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900) | 141
Exceptional set of Fab Four signatures
752. Beatles. Vintage black ballpoint signatures, “George Harrison,” “Ringo Starr,” and “Paul McCartney,” and a blue ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Frank, Best wishes, John Lennon,” on two adjoined light green album pages measuring 8.75 x 4 overall, with small captions affixed next to each name. Pages are removably suede-matted and framed with a photo of the band to an overall size of 16.25 x 16.75. In fine, clean condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
A trio of signatures from 1967 754. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on individual off-white slips ranging in size from 2.75 x 1 to 3.25 x 2, affixed to slightly larger slips. In overall very good condition, with scattered creases and foxing to all three, and a toned tape remnant affecting the end of McCartney’s signature. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Perry Cox, who notes that the signatures date to 1967. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Signed at Paddington Station while filming A Hard Day’s Night 755. Beatles. Superlative vintage ballpoint signatures and inscription, “To Pat, John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on a pink 6 x 3.75 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient which reads, in part: “I obtained these Beatles autographs in 1964 when they were making the film ‘A Hard Day’s Night.’ My father was a steward on GWR (Great Western Railway) based at Paddington Station where it was being filmed and managed to get all the signatures.” Also accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
The ‘Fab Four’ in 1963: “All the best! The Beatles” 756. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures and inscription, “Paul McCartney, To Ray, All the best! The Beatles,” “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” inside a 1963 datebook, measuring 6.25 x 4.25 opened. In fine condition, with irregular adhesion to the end of Starr’s signature due to lack of ink. Accompanied by a brief letter of provenance from the original recipient, who states that he acquired the signatures in 1963 while working at the Majestic Ballroom in Luton, England; the Beatles played the venue on April 17, 1963. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.… (MB $900)
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“The Beatles would have to hold my hand when I asked for them to be autographed” 757. Beatles. Pair of petite white ladies’ gloves, approximately 7.5˝ long, one signed on top in black ink, “Paul McCartney, xxx,” and the other signed on the top in blue ballpoint, “George Harrison,” and on the palm, “Ringo Starr.” In very good condition, with McCartney’s signature a shade light, and scattered soiling to both. Accompanied by five unsigned original color snapshot photos, two showing the Beatles in concert and three of McCartney and Harrison at the time of signing. Also includes a detailed letter of provenance from the original recipient, who acquired the signatures before their concert at the Las Vegas Convention Center on August 20, 1964. A group of teenage girls had traveled to the concert to present the Beatles with a ‘Key to the City’ of Phoenix, Arizona, and in describing her outfit, the original recipient notes, “I added white gloves on purpose, so the Beatles would have to hold my hand when I asked for them to be autographed.” A unique set of autographs with outstanding provenance and an interesting history. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $750)
One-of-a-kind piece from the flight that delivered Beatlemania to the US 758. Beatles. Vintage Pan Am time-
table page for the month of February 1964, 4 x 6.75, beautifully signed in blue ballpoint by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photograph for display. On February 7, 1964, a date which is circled on this timetable, the Beatles boarded Pan Am flight 101 in London bound for New York, where they would begin their first tour of the United States and play the now ground breaking CBS Ed Sullivan shows in New York & Miami. They were met with pandemonium—over 5000 screaming fans—(which the accompanying photo captures) and their music would soon permeate the entire country. As this is uninscribed and bears full-name signatures of all four band members, with the additional historically relevant Pan Am logo, it is an exceptionally desirable piece both autographically and historically—one of the nicest Beatles items to come to market. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
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760. Beatles: Mal Evans. Road
manager, studio assistant, and friend of The Beatles (1935–1976). Vintage ballpoint signature, “Love always, Mal Evans,” on a light green 5.25 x 3.75 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
763. Beatles: Paul and Linda McCartney.
Ballpoint signatures and inscription, “To Shirley, Paul McC a r t n e y, ” and “Love, Linda,” on an off-white 3.75 x 3.75 album page. In fine condition. Signatures date to the 1980s. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
761. Beatles: George Harrison. Queen magazine featuring the Paris fashion collection, dated September 1, 1966, 9.5 x 12.5, 92 pages, signed on the front cover in black ink, “Love from George Harrison.” Scattered bends and creases to the cover (none affecting the signature), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Very difficult to find limited edition of Fifty Years Adrift 762. Beatles: George Harrison. Signed
book: Fifty Years Adrift. Limited edition of 2000 copies (this being No. 138). London: Genesis Publications, 1984. Leather-bound hardcover with slipcase, 7 x 9.75, 541 pages. Signed in ink on the colophon by author Derek Taylor and in brown ink at the conclusion of the foreword by Harrison. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Beautifully quarterbound in brown leather with gilt decorations and gilted textblock edges. Minor rubbing to edges; spine slightly sunned; light scuffing to leather; frontispiece almost entirely detached. In VG+ brown paper-covered slipcase. The most desirable of the Genesis limited editions, as it was never reprinted and contains terrific reproductions of Beatles manuscripts and letters. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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766. Beatles: George Harrison. Harrisongs
764. Beatles: George Harrison. Color vintage glossy 3 x 4.5 close-up photo, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint. Some scattered creases to image, as well as impressions from signature on reverse, and some light adhesive remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Ltd. business check, 7.5 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Harrison, payable to David Tabb for £820.0.0, January 10, 1972. Double-matted and framed with a large color portrait of Harrison on stage as a member of the Beatles to an overall size of 12.5 x 20.5. In fine condition, with a bank stamp over first name of signature, a couple other stamps and notations, and two punch holes to top edge. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
765. Beatles: George Harrison. Choice Thirty Three & 1/3 album signed on a light area of the front cover in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. The record is included. A fantastic, uninscribed example of Harrison’s first release on his Dark Horse record label. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
767. Beatles: George Harrison. Help!
Soundtrack album signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by Harrison. In very good to fine condition, with scattered wear and rubbing to covers, a partial separation to one edge, and light edge wear. The record is not included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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The legendary songwriting duo sign their first souvenir song book
768. Beatles: Lennon and McCartney. Vintage Fabulous Beatles Souvenir Song Album, 8.25 x 11, 27 pages, signed on the back cover, featuring a group photo of the band, in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney xxx,” and “John Lennon xxx.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases to the covers, just a bit of irregular ink adhesion to signatures from glossy finish on the covers, and some light handling wear. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Ono’s famous conceptual art book, signed by her and Lennon at Selfridges in 1971 769. Beatles: Lennon and Ono. Signed book: Grapefruit.
First Sphere Books edition. London: Sphere Books, 1971. Softcover, 5 x 5. Signed on the first free end page in black felt tip, “John Lennon,” and blue felt tip, “Yoko Ono.” Autographic condition: fine, with light overall toning to the signed page. Book condition: G+/None. Orange illustrated wraps; edges heavily worn; spine sunned and creased; few vertical creases down covers; rubbed and soiled; yellowed and lightly foxed throughout. Consignor notes that this was signed at the well-known book signing at Selfridges department store in London; the original recipient penned a brief poem on the reverse of the half-title page before sending it to her family, in full: “He is nice. She is too. And they send a smile to you. Hope you enjoy it, Londres, 16/7/71.” Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Acquired at Lennon’s doorstep in 1963 770. Beatles: John Lennon. Program from the 1963
Beatles tour with Roy Orbison, 8 x 10.25, signed and inscribed inside near his image in black ballpoint, “Love to Pat, from John Lennon, xxx.” In very good to fine condition, with moderate scattered creases to the cover, slight separations to spine, and a portion of one later page clipped out. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient which states that he acquired it at Lennon’s house, in part: “I went to John Lennon’s house on Menlove Avenue, with some friends around the 14th June 1963. John answered the door and chatted to us for about ten minutes.” Also accompanied by an unsigned copy of the program, so that the signed page and program cover can be displayed together. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
771. Beatles: John Lennon. Terrific vintage ballpoint signature,
“John Lennon,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.5 album page, signed during the summer of 1963. Unobtrusive vertical and horizontal folds passing through the very top and last letter of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
McCartney signs the Beatles masterpiece 772. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album
signed on the front cover in black felt tip by McCartney. Scattered light wear and foxing to covers and gatefold, a few edge dings and a small price tag affixed to back cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is not included, but the original Sgt. Pepper Cut-Outs insert is present. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Trademark Hofner “violin” bass signed in person
773. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Beautiful left-handed sunburst-finish Hofner ‘violin’ or ‘Cavern’ B-Bass HI-Series bass guitar, beautifully signed on the pearloid pickguard in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in which he writes, “This signature was obtained in person in 2010.” Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
776. Eddie Cochran.
774. Irving Berlin. TLS, one
page, 7.25 x 11, personal letterhead, January 7, 1943. In part: “I… was flattered to know that my name was placed in nomination by many of your students for your annual award. I doubt very much I will be selected…I will be here in Chicago with ‘This Is The Army’ in Chicago on January 12th, so it would be impossible for me to attend.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Berlin at a piano. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
775. Patsy Cline. Lovely
vintage glossy 8 x 10 Decca Records publicity photo of Cline in a flower-print blouse, signed in black ballpoint, “Thanks, Patsy Cline.” Photo is archivally affixed to an identical size piece of heavier cardstock. In very good condition, with scattered noticeable creases and surface impressions. Despite the flaws, the facial area is largely unaffected, and the signature remains quite clean and bold. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Dynamic, pioneering rock ’n’ roll musician (1938– 1960), best known for his hit ‘Summertime Blues,’ who met his untimely end in a fatal automobile crash at the age of 22. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Best forever, Eddie Cochran,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with some mild edge toning. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Scarce signatures of Davis and members of his Quintet from San Francisco’s Black Hawk 777. Miles Davis.
Vintage ballpoint signature, “Miles Davis,” as well as Quintet members Jimmie Cobb, J. J. Johnson, Paul Chambers, and Hank Mobley on a light blue 4.5 x 5.75 album page. Collector’s notations at top indicate signatures were obtained at the Black Hawk in San Francisco on June 26, 1962. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Rare, early album from The Big Three with ‘Mama Cass’ 778. Cass Elliot. The Big 3 album signed on the reverse in white ink, “Cassie Elliot,” “Tim Rose,” and “Jim Hendricks,” with “Thank you so very much, The Big Three,” added in one of their hands. In very good condition, with wear to edges, scattered soiling to reverse, a label affixed to the front cover, and signatures a shade light. The record is not included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
779. Marvin Gaye. Large and bold felt tip signature, “Marvin Gaye,” on an off-
white card. Card is matted into a color 13.5 x 10 multi-exposure photo of Gaye on stage, which is in turn triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 16.25. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
780. Marvin Gaye. Original 1980 European Tour program, 9.25 x 12.5, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Marvin Gaye 80.” In very good condition, with moderate creasing to front and back covers. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient stating, “This item was bought at the Southport Theatre, Merseyside…My friend and I attended with a relative who worked at the theatre and they arranged for us to go backstage after the concert to meet Marvin. The programme was signed by Marvin in front of me.” Also accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Haley and his Comets hit New Jersey 781. Bill Haley and His Comets. Vintage color 5.5 x 3.5 post-
card for Wildwood, New Jersey, signed on the reverse in ballpoint by Bill Haley, Johnny Grande, Bill Williamson, Ralph Jones, Al Rex, Franny Beecher, and Rudy Pompilli. Top of the postcard is dated August 31, 1956, in a collector’s hand. In fine condition, with a couple small pencil notations and a mild shade of overall toning. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Obtained in person one month before the release of ‘Purple Haze’ 782. Jimi Hendrix and Geno Washington. Vintage ballpoint sig-
natures, “Jimi Hendrix” and “Geno,” on the reverse of an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 membership card for the Cellar Jazz Club in South Shields, dated January 20, 1967. In very good condition, with moderate overall creases and light soiling. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient which reads, in part: “Hendrix appeared on the 1st of February 1967. Geno Washington appeared 20 February 1967 and was actually billed above Hendrix at the time. My husband…had the opportunity to get the autograph because Jimi met the crowd after his set. We were both present for the Geno Washington night although it was my husband who managed to get his autograph.” Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Splendid portrait presented to boxing champ Archie Moore 783. Billie Holiday. Legendary singer (1915–1959), revered as one of the greatest and most individual vocalists in the history of blues and jazz, who died from cirrhosis of the liver at the age of 44. Marvelous vintage glossy 8 x 8.75 photo, signed and inscribed to the champion boxer in white ink, “For Archie Moore, Stay Happy Always, Billie Holiday.” A small area of surface loss below (but not affecting) the signature, ink slightly faded, and uniformly trimmed bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Holiday is very difficult to find in signed images of any size, and the interesting association with Moore—who was also an activist for African-American civil rights—makes this example particularly desirable. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Rare fully-signed photo acquired at their 1977 Madison Garden show
784. Led Zeppelin. Remarkable vintage
glossy 10 x 8 Swan Song Records publicity photo of the full group, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To Wayne, Best wishes, Robert Plant,” “John Bonham,” “Jimmy Page,” and “John Paul Jones.” In very good condition, with overall creases, a small tape-repaired tear to the right border, and John Paul Jones and Jimmy Page signatures a shade or two light, though fully legible—the Bonham and Plant signatures remain fairly strong. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL and a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Also accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, who states that his aunt worked at Swan Song and obtained the signatures for him at Madison Square Garden in 1977 as the band prepared for their performance. Complete Zeppelin items are quite scarce and highly desirable, and photos are particularly so—this is just the second fully-signed group photo we have ever offered. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Highly praised 1965 album Solo Monk
785. Thelonious Monk. Idiosyncratic pianist, composer, and arranger (1917–1982) who takes a place among the most innovative and
influential figures of modern jazz. Solo Monk album signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “Good luck always, Thelonious Monk.” Partial separation to top edge, scattered light soiling and wear to covers, and a mild ‘ring of wear’ to front cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Released in 1965, Solo Monk was heralded as the choice album to have from Monk’s solo work. Monk is quite rare in any form, particularly in signed albums. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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Outstanding early portrait of the King
786. Elvis Presley. Handsome
vintage 3.5 x 5.5 German postcard photo of Presley in a suit and tie, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with some light contrast to the end of the signature. Postcard was published by Kolibri-Verlag G.m.b.H., Minden/Westfalen, Germany, and is marked number 304 in the stamp area. A rarely seen image in terrific condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
788. Queen. Off-white album sleeve, 12 x 12,
boldly signed in black felt tip by Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Huge signature on an early publicity still 787. Elvis Presley. Vintage glossy
8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo of Presley in a jacket and tie, smiling pleasantly, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “ Yo u r s , E l v i s Presley.” Matted and framed (so both sides may be viewed) to an overall size of 12 x 14.25. In very good condition, with some noticeable creasing, a couple of edge tears, and scattered toning and soiling to the reverse. A much larger signature than usually found. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/ REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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790. Rolling Stones. Wood-finish Fender Squier Tele ‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the body in black felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood, and on the white pickguard by Billy Wyman and Charlie Watts. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The original lineup arrives in the Netherlands in 1966 791. Rolling Stones. Vin-
tage ballpoint s i g n a tu r e s o f of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts on an off-white 5.75 x 7.75 lightlylined sheet. A central horizontal fold passing through sections of the Richards and Jones signatures, and light toning to borders, otherwise fine condition. Signatures were obtained in Holland on March 26, 1966, when the group arrived in the country to play a concert at Brabant Hall, The Hague. Accompanied by two unsigned original snapshot photos of the band disembarking from their airplane upon their arrival at Airport Schiphol on the same day. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Rare fully-signed oversized photo of the band 792. Rolling Stones. Vintage semi-glossy 13.75 x 11 cardstock
photo of the group, signed circa 1964 in blue ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, and tape remnants to corner tips. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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794. Frank Sinatra. Outstanding vintage fountain pen signature,
“Frank Sinatra,” on an off-white 5 x 1.75 slip, affixed to a 10.75 x 8 scrapbook page which bears a collector’s notation indicating that it was signed on May 18, 1946. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
797. Frank Sinatra. Menu for the Chase Club in St. Louis featuring a portrait of Sinatra on the reverse, 10.5 x 14, nicely signed below his image in blue ballpoint. Collector’s pencil notations to the borders indicate a date of October 6, 1952, and provide a set list from Sinatra’s performance that night, which included ‘Old Black Magic,’ ‘Night & Day,’ and ‘All of Me.’ Scattered creases (none affecting the image or signature), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Desirable original group photo with Keith Moon 795. The Who.
Vintage glossy 8 x 10 composite photo, signed in black ballpoint by Keith Moon, John Entwistle, Pete Townshend, and Roger Daltrey. Poor contrast to Moon’s signature, remaining three signatures fairly light due to reduced ink flow and skipping, with signatures still mostly legible, and scattered creases, otherwise very good condition. Signed photos of the band from this period are uncommon. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
798. Frank Sinatra. Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of a young Sinatra in a tuxedo, signed and inscribed in pencil, “Sincere regards to Irene, Frank Sinatra,” and dated underneath 1940 in another hand. Front of the photo also bears a white ink secretarial signature. The reverse is signed in pencil by eight other big band artists including Tommy Dorsey, Buddy Rich, Connie Haines, Bunny Berigan, Jimmy Blake, and Bobby Burns. A few light creases, a bit of scattered soiling around Sinatra’s signature and inscription, and some light toning to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Rare 1966 fan club photo, featuring Keith Moon
796. The Who. Desirable vintage 8.25 x 6.5 cardstock publicity photo distributed by The Who’s fan club, signed in black ballpoint by Keith Moon, John Entwistle, and Roger Daltrey. In very good condition, with scattered creases and some light staining and soiling. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, who acquired the signatures in person while working as a bouncer at Northwich Memorial Hall, the venue for their concert on February 19, 1966. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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799. Academy Award– Winning Composers
800. Aerosmith
801. Allman Brothers
802. Tori Amos
803. The Animals
804. The Animals
805. The Animals
806. The Animals
807. The B-52s
808. The B-52s
809. Bachman Turner Overdrive
810. The Band: Robbie Robertson
813. Beach Boys
814. Beach Boys: Brian Wilson
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811. The Band: Robbie Robertson MB $100
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812. The Band: Robbie Robertson MB $100
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815. Beatles: Pete Best MB $100
816. Beatles: George Harrison
817. Beatles: Harrison’s Parents
818. Beatles: Cynthia Lennon
819. Beatles: Cynthia Lennon
820. Beatles: George Martin
821. Beatles: George Martin
822. Beatles: Linda McCartney
823. Beatles: Paul McCartney
824. Beatles: Ringo Starr
825. Beatles: Ringo Starr
826. Beatles: Ringo Starr
827. The Bee Gees
828. Tony Bennett
829. Chuck Berry
830. Black Sabbath
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831. Black Sabbath
832. Blues Guitarists
833. Bon Jovi
834. Gary ‘US’ Bonds
835. The Box Tops
836. Anne Brown
837. James Brown
838. James Brown
839. James Brown
840. Jackson Browne
841. Johnny Cash
842. Cheap Trick
843. Eric Clapton
844. Dave Clark Five
845. Dave Clark
846. The Clash
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847. The Clash
848. The Clash
849. The Clash
850. The Clash
851. Leonard Cohen
852. Nat King Cole
853. The Commodores
854. J. Fred Coots
855. Creedence Clearwater Revival
856. Dick Dale
857. Bobby Darin
858. Charles ‘Cow Cow’ Davenport
859. John Denver
860. Devo
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861. Bo Diddley MB $100
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862. Dio MB $100
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863. Drummers
864. The Eagles
865. Roger Edens
866. Adam Faith
867. Leo Fender and George Fullerton
868. The Fixx
869. The Fixx
870. Fleetwood Mac
871. Foreigner
872. Foreigner
873. Peter Frampton MB $100
874. Freddie and the Dreamers
877. Georgia Gibbs
878. Al Green
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875. Ira Gershwin MB $100
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876. Andy Gibb MB $100
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879. The Guess Who
880. Guns N’ Roses: Slash
881. Merle Haggard
882. Hall and Oates
883. Lionel Hampton
884. Heart
885. Heart
886. Jimi Hendrix: Bands
890. Iron Butterfly
891. Michael Jackson
893. Michael Jackson
894. Michael Jackson
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887. Hootie and the Blowfish
889. INXS MB $100
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892. Michael Jackson MB $200
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895. Michael Jackson
896. The Jam
897. Jefferson Airplane
898. Jethro Tull
899. Billy Joel MB $100
900. Elton John and Bernie Taupin
901. Elton John and Bernie Taupin
902. Elton John
903. Journey
904. Journey
905. Kansas
906. Kansas
907. Jerome Kern
908. B. B. King
909. KISS
910. KISS
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911. KISS
912. KISS: Gene Simmons
913. Kris Kristofferson
914. Denny Laine
915. Mario Lanza
916. Cyndi Lauper MB $100
917. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant
918. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant
919. The Left Banke
920. Liberace
921. Gordon Lightfoot
922. Gordon Lightfoot
923. Little Feat
924. Little Richard
925. Little Richard
926. Little Richard
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927. Loverboy
928. Loverboy
929. Lynyrd Skynyrd
930. Madonna
931. Manfred Mann
932. The Merseybeats
933. Metallica
934. Metallica
935. Darius Milhaud
936. The Monkees
937. The Monkees
938. Muddy Waters Band
939. Musicians
940. Olivia Newton-John
941. Night Ranger
942. Yoko Ono
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943. Roy Orbison
944. Roy Orbison
945. Robert Palmer
946. Luciano Pavarotti
947. Luciano Pavarotti
948. Pentangle
949. Carl Perkins
950. Oscar Peterson
951. Pink Floyd
952. Pink Floyd MB $200
953. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters
954. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters
956. Cole Porter
957. Earl ‘Bud’ Powell
958. Gary Puckett
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955. Poison MB $100
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959. Queen: Freddie Mercury
961. The Ramones
962. Red Hot Chili Peppers
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963. Paul Revere and the Raiders
964. Buddy Rich MB $100
965. Cliff Richard and the Shadows
966. Righteous Brothers
967. Righteous Brothers
968. Rocker Chicks
969. Richard Rodgers MB $100
970. Rolling Stones: Charlie Watts
973. Paul Simon
974. Snoop Dogg
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971. Todd Rundgren and Utopia MB $100
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972. Sex Pistols: Johnny Rotten MB $100
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975. Sonny and Cher
976. Sonny and Cher
977. Bruce Springsteen
978. Rod Stewart
979. Sting
980. Styx
981. Styx
982. The Supremes
983. James Taylor
984. James Taylor
985. James Taylor
986. Tears for Fears
987. Thin Lizzy
988. George Thorogood and the Destroyers
989. The Turtles and The Monkees
990. U2
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991. U2
992. U2
993. U2
994. U2: Bono
995. U2: Bono
996. Van Halen
997. Eddie Van Halen
998. The Ventures
999. Gene Vincent
1000. Albert von Tilzer
1001. Joe Walsh
1002. Josh White
1003. The Who: Pete Townshend
1004. Woodstock
1005. Yes
1006. Young Rascals
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classic entertainment Twenty original sketches of the stars 1010. Actors and Actresses. Twenty original vintage ink and colored pencil sketches of actors and actresses on sheets ranging in size from 4 x 5.5 to 8 x 11.5, each signed by the subject. Signers are: Walter Huston, Francis X. Bushman, Ronald Colman, Ben Lyon, Joe Penner, Georgie Price, Herbert Rawlinson, Fred Allen, Bob Burns, Jim Londos, Ricardo Cortez, Edward Arnold, Morton Downey, Mischa Auer, James Dunn, Hobart Bosworth, John Boles, Patricia Morison, Colleen Moore, and Wesley Eddy. Each sketch is also signed and dated by the artist, “Griffith,” with dates ranging from 1914 to 1940. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1013. Lex Barker. Stunning vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Barker as Tarzan, boldly signed and inscribed over his muscular torso in fountain pen, “To Eric—Best Wishes, Lex Barker.” Scattered creases primarily to borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1011. Josephine Baker. Seductive vintage glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Baker leaning against an iron display, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in Spanish to Carmilla. In very good condition, with scattered creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
1012. Josephine Baker. Striking vintage 3.5 x 5.5 real photo postcard of Baker in an elaborate and revealing feathered costume, signed at the bottom of the image in fountain pen, “Souvenir, Josephine Baker, Marseille, 1936.” In very good condition, with scattered creases (one affecting first letter of signature), and a spot of staining to the right border. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1014. Ingrid Bergman. Gorgeous glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bergman in her role as Paula Alquist in Gaslight, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
1015. Sarah Bernhardt. Vintage
3.5 x 5.5 real photo postcard of Bernhardt posing with flowers at a table, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Souvenir de Sarah Bernhardt, 1909.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
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Bogart’s beautifully signed 1950 Warner Bros. contract 1016. Humphrey Bogart. DS,
eight onionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, November 28, 1950. Retained copy of a document regarding the contract between Bogart and Warner Bros. which began in 1946 and was to last for a period of 15 years, confirming that “mutual obligations with respect to the motion pictures remaining to be produced during the remaining term of said employment agreement shall be with respect to ten (10) remaining motion pictures.” Signed at the conclusion by Bogart and Warner Bros. secretary R. J. Obringer. In very good to fine condition, with expected document wear, creases and slight paper loss to the right side of the final page (not affecting the signature), and the last two pages separated from the main document. Bogart’s signature is a choice, vintage fountain pen example, unaffected by any creases or wrinkling. Between 1946 and 1950, Bogart’s biggest films for Warner Bros. were The Big Sleep and The Treasure of the Sierra Madre, two classics of American cinema. Under this contract his next film would be The Enforcer, which premiered in 1951, and he starred in The African Queen during the same period. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
1017. Charlie Chaplin. Felt tip
signature, “Charles Chaplin,” on an offwhite 5.5 x 3.5 card from the Beverly Hills Hotel. Collector’s notation to bottom indicates that it was signed on April 12, 1972. A horizontal crease through the center of the card (in no way affecting the signature), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1018. Lou Costello.
Personal check, 7 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Costello, payable to Brittingham Commissary Inc. for $562.50, August 20, 1945. Two vertical folds, a tear to top edge, show-through from stamp on reverse, and cancellation holes near top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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1 0 1 9 . Charlie Chaplin.
Vintage m a t t e finish 11 x 14 portrait of Chaplin in a bow tie, signed in fountain pen, “With best wishes, Charlie Chaplin, 1936,” and inscribed at the bottom in another hand, “To Edw. Miller.” In very good condition, with two heavy diagonal creases passing through dark areas of the upper and lower portions of the image (affecting the overall appearance but not his face or the signature), other creasing to corners, and a tear to the left border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Discussing Garland and A Star Is Born with Moss Hart
1020. Montgomery Clift. Highly regarded American actor (1920– 1966) best known for his Oscar-nominated turns in such classics as Judgment at Nuremberg, From Here to Eternity, and A Place in the Sun. A 1956 car accident which left him disfigured set him on a downward spiral of substance abuse that earned him a reputation for unreliability and led to his death at the age of 45. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Paramount Films publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To John, Montgomery Clift.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Garbo came into pictures in 1925 and Harlow and I in 1926. Valentino, Shearer, Burke, and Davies were long before us” 1021. Joan Crawford. TLS,
one page, 5.75 x 9.25, personal letterhead, July 16, 1952. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Your idea to frame old covers is interesting, but I think you are wrong on your dates, as I happen to know Jean Harlow and Greta Garbo, and certainly I was not in the 1915-16-17 group. Garbo came into pictures in 1925 and Harlow and I in 1926. Valentino, Shearer, Burke, and Davies were long before us…You ask about my fan club. Unfortunately it was disbanded, and at the moment there are no definite plans for forming another one.” Letter is affixed to an identical size piece of cardstock. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and a mounting remnant along the reverse of left edge. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
1022. George Cukor. TLS signed “George,” two onionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, April 8, 1954. Letter to Moss Hart. In part: “Pretty slipshod not to have a script of A Star Is Born with you constantly, every minute. Better still, you should have memorized the whole thing…The cutter and I have gone over the whole picture. We’re out now on the second time through, polishing, tightening…Judy and Sid are returning the end of this week…We will re-do the Drivein, the Train Shed (scene 55)… These scenes, you remember, were never done in CinemaScope…I have a hunch that when I will have returned…it’ll be ‘this is where we came in’—the entire troupe will be sitting around on Stage Six, waiting for Judy to turn up.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
“The unexpected will happen, and I am sure you will find your happiness” 1023. Michael Curtiz.
Distinguished Hungarianborn American film director (1886–1962) who helmed such all-time classics as Casablanca, Angels with Dirty Faces, Yankee Doodle Dandy, and White Christmas. Nominated four times for an Academy Award as Best Director, he won the Oscar for Casablanca. TLS signed “Mike,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Paramount Pictures Corporation letterhead, May 16, 1957. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Your beautiful letter touched me deeply. It is fine writing and shows a deep and hidden emotion which reflects your character. The tone of your wording is a little bitter and cynical. It shouldn’t be. You are a lovely lady, a fine, good girl, and some day, some how, the unexpected will happen, and I am sure you will find your happiness. Then you will smile to remember the dark times past.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Darnell’s well-used working script from an unaired pilot
1024. Linda Darnell. Darnell’s per-
sonal brad-bound copy of the final shooting script for the pilot of a television series called Thoroughbreds, 8.5 x 11, 37 pages, October 20, 1958, signed on the front cover in fountain pen, “Linda Darnell.” The pages are filled with various notations, additions, and changes, and many are folded in half. A typed shooting schedule and two lists describing Darnell’s wardrobe for each scene are also laid in. In fine condition, with expected wear from use on set. The show, in which Darnell was to play a widowed horse breeder trying to raise her family, went unsold and never aired. An incredible, one-of-a-kind piece actually used on the set by the ill-fated actress. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Superlative vintage signatures of the street smart hooligans
1025. Dead End Kids. Vintage fountain pen signatures of the original four members, “Huntz Hall,” “Leo B. Gorcey,” “Gabriel Dell,” and “Bernard Punsly,” on a light blue 4.5 x 5.25 album page. In very fine condition. Quite uncommon to find all four on a single item. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The day before leaving to film East of Eden, Dean promises to pay back part of his $700 advance 1026. James Dean. DS, one page, 8 x 6, April 7, 1954. Promissory note between Dean and Warner Bros. In part: “On May 26, 1954, I, James Dean, promise to pay to the order of Warner Bros. Pictures, Inc. One Hundred and 00/100 Dollars.” In fine condition, with a barely noticeable tack hole to the upper portion repaired with tape to the reverse (far from any text). Accompanied by an unsigned glossy photo of Dean in East of Eden. When signing this document, Dean had just been chosen to play Cal Trask in Elia Kazan’s East of Eden—his first major role. On the very next day, April 8, Dean left New York and headed for Los Angeles to begin shooting. Warner Bros. issued Dean a $700 advance for the film, which he agreed to pay back $100 at a time on a weekly basis via a deduction from his paycheck. This agreement was also made on April 7, and Dean provided the studio with promissory notes dated for each week, of which this is one—as such, there are at most seven of these extant. An incredible document from a monumental occasion in film history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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1027. Linda Darnell. Stunning vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 bust-length portrait, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Gerald Gregoirre, Sincerely, Linda Darnell.” In fine condition, with a small tear to the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Stunning Paramount portrait of the tragic actress
1028. Frances Farmer. Rare vintage glossy 8 x 10 Paramount Pictures publicity photo of Farmer bathed in glowing light, signed and inscribed vertically in fountain pen, “To Jimmy Crafer, Sincerely, Frances Farmer,” and initialed and dated in another hand, “10/7/38 H. A.” In fine condition, with light scattered surface creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1030. Errol Flynn. Personal check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out in type and
signed by Flynn, payable to A. W. Morris and Company for $4309.43, July 12, 1946. In fine condition, with a vertical fold through a single letter of signature and expected cancellation holes and stamps. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Rare portrait of the pioneering early director 1 0 3 1 . D . W. Griffith. Trail-
blazing filmmaker (1875–1948) who directed a number of important early classics, including Intolerance and the iconic Birth of a Nation. His innovative use of the fledgling medium resulted in a repertoire and vocabulary of film technique that remains influential to this day. Exceptional vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 half-length portrait of Griffith looking dapper, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Sincere greetings to Capt. J. C. Boylan, D. W. Griffith.” Trivial edge toning, two unobtrusive pinholes and a couple chips to upper edge, and moderate contrast to portions of inscription and signature, otherwise fine condition. A rarely seen format and terrific pose. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1029. Robert DeNiro. Schoolwork from DeNiro’s world geography class, one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.75, February 14, 1958. In part: “World Geography is the thing that tells and shows the costums [sic] of people from other lands, and it also shows how to use maps of all kinds and things like that.” His teacher, who he identifies as “Miss Sangiorgio,” has given him a grade of 89. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Rare letter to her ‘unknown escort’ from the reclusive Hollywood legend 1032. Greta Garbo. ALS in pencil signed
“G. G.,” three pages on two sheets, 6 x 9.75, no date. Letter to her mysterious friend, Bob Reud. In part: “Thank you, thank you for bundles—Xmas ones. It was all so nice and makes me think of you as such a sweet person. If I only could forget that you ask so many questions when I see you…Do you think it would be wise for me to buy a piece of property to build a home on in the near future. Not that I really know why I ask you but perhaps you do know about things and stars…If you like to write sometimes to me and tell me about N. York you know I will be delighted.” Beautifully double-suede-matted and framed with an MGM publicity photo of the lovely actress to an overall size of 30 x 18; the frame has a clear backing so that the writing on the reverse of the first page can be read. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a newspaper article about Garbo’s secretive relationship with Reud, describing him as a man who ushered her around New York City when she visited. He worked at the Palace Theatre—in an office decorated with Garbo paraphernalia—and served as her bodyguard, confidante, and advisor. The article begins to hint at an intimate relationship, but ponders if ‘Reud means as much to Garbo as Garbo means to Reud.’ Evidently, Garbo appreciated his company to an extent, but was put off by his pestering stream of questions. A rare and lengthy piece of correspondence from the actress’s enigmatic private life. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Loaning out “the artistic services of Oliver Hardy”
Exquisite design for Hepburn’s iconic Holly Golightly
DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 21, 1939. Agreement between Haley and Hal Roach Studios in which Haley retains “the artistic services of Oliver Hardy…for the Wonderbread Program to be broadcast on Friday, March 31, 1939,” in exchange for a payment of $1500. The contract further stipulates that “Hardy will not improvise, extemporize, or use unapproved material.” Signed at the conclusion by Haley, “Jack Haley,” and Roach, “Hal E. Roach.” A change to the main text has been initialed by both, as well as an accompanying rider (now detached). In fine condition. Accompanied by two related letters between studios. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
visually striking original pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Audrey Hepburn in her role as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany’s on a 14 x 15.5 sheet of sketch paper. The full-length sketch shows the character in a gold dress, white belt and gloves, and a gold wrap over her arm, and is signed in artist’s pencil at the lower right corner, “Edith Head,” and notated near the top, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” Sketch is also notated in blue felt tip, “Audrey,” in an unknown hand. In fine condition. The combination of the subject and Hepburn being nominated for an Academy Award for her role, easily elevate this offering from a costume design to a visually striking work of art. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1033. Jack Haley and Hal Roach.
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1034. Edith Head. Bold and
Mesmerizing early portrait inscribed to Clifton Webb
1035. Audrey Hepburn. Vintage pearl-finish 7 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain
pen, to noted actor Clifton Webb “Dearest Clifton, with my love always, Audrey.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges and a few inconsequential creases to background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Uncommon photo of Hepburn and Tracy 1036. Katharine Hepburn. Matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Hepburn with her hands on Spencer Tracy’s shoulders while on the set of Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “For Eric, Gratefully, Katharine Hepburn.” Scattered light edge creasing and toning, a small tear to bottom edge, and a bit of light irregular ink adhesion to signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Taken by friend Roddy McDowall, this is possibly one of the last candid portraits taken of Tracy. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Stunning image from Philadelphia Story 1037. Katharine Hepburn.
Glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Hepburn in her Oscar–nominated role as Tracy Lord, signed and inscribed in person in black felt tip, “A Pierre, Katharine Hepburn, Philadelphia Story, 1941.” In fine condition, with slight rippling to the upper edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1038. Alfred Hitchcock. Semi-glossy 8.25 x 10.75 head-and-
shoulders photo, signed in white ink. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, some scattered surface impressions, and light overall irregular ink adhesion to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) | 175
“Harry Handcuff Houdini” presents his own exposé to a notable muckraker 1039. Harry Houdini. Signed book: The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin.
Later printing. NY: The Publishers Printing Company, 1908. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.25, 333 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black ink, “To Miss Ida M. Tarbell, with compliments of the author, Harry Handcuff Houdini, I hope you will at least find time to read the introduction, H. H.” A photo of an artist’s rendition of a Houdini stunt is affixed to the front pastedown. Autographic condition: a light block of toning over a portion of the inscription and signature, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: VG-/None. Brown cloth-covered boards; mild wear to edges, with small tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; light rubbing and soiling, heavier along spine; scattered light foxing throughout, with some darker stains to tissue over frontispiece; rear hinge cracked; final gathering has some small tears along fore-edge, and appears to have been reattached, with last page glued to board. Tarbell was a notable ‘muckraking’ journalist best known for her exposé of the Standard Oil Company. Houdini billed this controversial book as ‘the first authentic history of magic ever published,’ and contained an unflattering account of Houdini’s legendary predecessor and namesake Jean Eugene RobertHoudin, alleging that he had taken undue credit for other magicians’ innovations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Original cast of Fry’s The Lady’s Not For Burning, starring Burton and Gielgud 1040. The Lady’s Not for Burning. Signed book: The Lady’s Not For
Burning. First edition, fourth impression. London: Oxford University Press, 1949. Hardcover, 5 x 7.5, 98 pages. Signed on the cast listing page in ink by all eleven original cast members: Richard Burton, John Gielgud, Claire Bloom, David Evans, Nora Nicholson, Richard Leech, Harcourt Williams, Pamela Brown, Eliot Makeham, Peter Bull, and Esme Percy. Also signed on the first free end page in fountain pen by the playwright, “Christopher Fry, November 9, 1949,” and bears a gift inscription in an unknown hand on the half-title page. In fine condition, with a small slice to the front cover near the spine. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
1041. Laurel and Hardy. Vintage matte-finish 7 x 5 photo of the
the comedic duo posing side-by-side in their bowler hats, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Hello Betty! Stan Laurel,” and “Oliver Hardy.” Tape remnants to two corners and a couple tack holes to upper and lower edges (none affecting the signatures or image), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Pondering bringing 1926’s Les Miserables to the screen: “Is the American public ready to patronize a picture twenty-two reels long, even granting that the film is a dramatic masterpiece?” 1042. Carl Laemmle. Founder (1867–1939) of Universal
Studios and one of the most influential figures in the earliest years of the American film industry. TLS, two pages, 8.25 x 11, Universal Pictures Corporation letterhead, April 19, 1926. Letter to a motion picture editor, requesting advice. In part: “We have been so fortunate as to purchase a masterful screen version of Victor Hugo’s immortal ‘Les Miserables,’ produced in its original locale by La Societe des Cineromans of Paris, France, in twenty-two reels…Is the American public ready to patronize a picture twentytwo reels long, even granting that the film is a dramatic masterpiece? If such an innovation is too daring at this time, would your readers prefer to see eleven reels one week and the second half of the production the next?…I am confident picture-goers would prefer seeing a screen classic as author and director conceived it, rather than viewing an edited version…it would seem almost a sacrilege to sacrifice any of the dramatic essentials.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). A thought-provoking letter from the early days of cinema, expressing the challenges of screening and marketing such epic foreign films. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Sam Spade, the sinister ‘fat man,’ and his henchman Joel Cairo 1045. The Maltese Falcon: Bogart, Lorre, and Greenstreet. Extraordinary
collection of three candid photos of the male leads in the 1941 noir classic, The Maltese Falcon: one vintage glossy 3.25 x 5 photo of Bogart with his hand in his pocket, signed across his chest in fountain pen, “Humphrey Bogart”; one vintage glossy 2.5 x 3.75 photo of Lorre at an event, signed on his jacket in fountain pen, “Peter Lorre”; and a vintage glossy 2.5 x 2.75 photo of Greenstreet in a hat and formal attire, signed in fountain pen, “Best wishes, Sydney Greenstreet.” All are matted together and framed to an overall size of 10 x 10.5. In overall fine condition, with portions of each signature light but legible. An incredible, one-of-a-kind display featuring the lead actors from one of the most suspenseful and influential films in cinema history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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“In a preceding picture, known as the ‘Great Escape,’ there were several scenes showing hazardous motorcycle riding,” US Life evaluates the risk in approving a life insurance policy for the King of Cool: “Mr. McQueen was active only in the close-up shots”
1046. Steve McQueen. Archive of documents related to McQueen’s life insurance policy through US Life, two signed by McQueen, consisting of approximately 110 pages dated between 1968 and 1981, from McQueens’s initial application to the insurance company’s payout to his agency, Guild Management. Contents are loosely bound with metal clips in a 9.25 x 11.75 manila folder. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear.First document is part of McQueen’s application, signed “Steven T. McQueen,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 12.25, February 5, 1968. Document lists McQueen’s occupation as “Actor,” and includes a detailed medical history report signed by his doctor.Second continues his application, signed “Steven T. McQueen,” one page, 8.5 x 11.25, March 15, 1968. Document lists’ McQueen’s occupation as “Actor-Executive,” and requests a “4 Yr. C & R Term” insurance policy in the amount of $200,000. Balance of the archive consists of internal memos and documents, as well as correspondence between McQueen’s agency and the insurance company both before and after his death. US Life expressed concern about his dangerous racing activities, and many inquiries were made into these before approving the policy. One letter addressing these concerns, dated February 8, 1968, in part: “He made it very clear to me that he no longer participates in any kind of racing, either professional or non professional, nor does he intend to again participate in any races. He was very definite in that he has given up this hobby. He does ride his motorcycle occasionally for pleasure purposes only…the studio has also been very vocal in discouraging him from racing projects…Most important his wife discourages him from racing.” Also included is a lengthy typed report on McQueen produced by the insurance company, three pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, February 13, 1968, which details
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his driving record, drinking habits, career, and finances. This report, in part: “For a number of years, Mr. Steven McQueen had had a reputation for fast and reckless driving…in the past couple of years, Mr. McQueen has slowed down his driving…As of 2-18-68, Mr. McQueen has been in San Francisco, and is starting the shooting of a new picture called ‘Bullitt’ in which he will play the part of a San Francisco Policeman… In a preceding picture, known as the ‘Great Escape,’ there were several scenes showing hazardous motorcycle riding, however, we learned that Mr. McQueen was active only in the close-up shots, and the hazardous portion was done by a Mr. Bud Elkins.” Also includes a copy of his death certificate from Mexico, and a statement for the payout in the amount of $204,233.66 to his management company. With a reputation for fast and reckless driving, motorcycle racing, and heavy drug use, Steve McQueen was not the ideal candidate for a large life insurance policy in the eyes of his insurance company. This fascinating collection offers the official documents and evaluations, retelling the information that McQueen gave in his interviews with the agents, as well as several internal memos. “He’s back to racing, including a closed track (Riverside 200), and has been trifling with marijuana… (in a recent look magazine article, his wife described him as “crazy as hell.”) We’ve marked our records, do not reinstate,” writes one agent. Despite their reservations, the company maintained his policy, paying out a final amount of over $200,000 upon his death at age 50 from a rare form of cancer. A one-of-a-kind collection holding two crisp signatures from the Hollywood legend. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
With her star on the rise, Marilyn spends at Saks 1047. Marilyn Monroe. Saks Fifth Avenue counter check, 8.25 x 3.5, filled out and signed by Monroe, payable to Saks & Company for $294.98, October 26, 1953. Monroe has also filled in all the bank information, “Bank of America, Sunset & Laurel Branch, L. A. 46 California,” as well as adding her address under her signature, “882 N. Doheny Drive, L. A. 46 Calif.” In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and stamp to body, and a few light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)
Incredible souvenir from the 1953 filming of River of No Return 1048. Marilyn Monroe. Fantastic vintage souvenir folder featuring a color image of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, 6 x 4.25, signed in blue ballpoint by Marilyn Monroe and Robert Mitchum, and pencil by Douglas Spencer. Souvenir folds out to contain eight panels with color images of the Mounted Police. In fine condition, with trivial corner tip dings. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from a collector which states that his mother personally obtained the signatures during the filming of Otto Preminger’s film River of No Return, which featured all three actors and was filmed in Alberta, Canada. The letter notes that “all three persons were very co-operative especially Marilyn Monroe.” A remarkable piece with an interesting story behind it. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
1049. Anna Pavlova. Vintage 3.5 x 5 postcard photo, signed in fountain pen. Slightly trimmed top edge, some scattered silvering and spotting to background, and a bit of light contrast to beginning of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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One-of-a-kind Robin Hood novel from the cast of the 1938 adaptation, featuring Flynn, Rathbone, and Rains 1050.
Robin Hood.
Signed book: Robin Hood and His Merry Men. NY: Grosset & Dunlap, 1921. Hardcover, 6.25 x 8.5, 360 pages. Signed inside in fountain pen by the cast of the 1938 swashbuckler film The Adventures of Robin Hood, each including their character’s name: “Errol Flynn, Robin Hood,” “Basil Rathbone (Sir Guy of Gisborne),” “Claude Rains, ‘Prince John,’” and “Una O’Connor (Bess).” Also signed and inscribed on the dedication page, “To Merel, Al Alleborn.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: G+/None. Black cloth-covered boards; edges heavily worn, with several tears in cloth; large abrasion to rear lower edge, with cloth and portion of board missing; shelf-cocked; sunning and light insect damage to spine; textblock yellowed; faint smoky smell. The original recipient obtained the signatures on set when Alleborn, a family friend and the unit production manager for the film, took her to visit the studio. An outstanding piece straight from the set of the tremendously popular, Academy Award–winning movie. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The wise-cracking cowboy in his element 1052. Will Rogers. Vin-
1051. Will Rogers. Signed book: The Illiterate Digest. Limited edition of 250 copies (this being No. 41). NY: Albert and Charles Boni, 1924. Hardcover, 5.75 x 9, 351 pages. Signed in black ink on the first free end page. Autographic condition: fine, with a uniform shade of mild toning to page. Book condition: VG-/None. White cloth-covered spine and blue cloth-covered boards; mild wear to edges; soiling and discoloration to exterior; vertical crease down paper title on spine; shelf-cocked; few interior hinges split; few pages discolored from laid in papers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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tage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Rogers, dressed in an argyle sweater and golf knickers, clowning around with a lasso, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Mr. Chapman, from his old side-kick, Will Rogers.” In fine condition, with two punch holes to left edge, not affecting overall appearance. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1053. Gloria Swanson. Vin-
tage oversized matte-finish 10 x 13.5 full-length photo by Edward O. Bagley, of Swanson posing in a shimmering gown alongside a grand piano, from the 1926 silent film Sunya, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Pete from Gloria,” with Swanson adding “Sunya 1926,” over the piano keys. Scattered silvering to edges and background, visible only at an angle, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Uncommon Taylor portrait from 1950’s Father of the Bride
Incredible portrait of the stunningly gorgeous blonde starlet
1055. Elizabeth Taylor. Lovely vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo
1054. Sharon Tate. Promising American actress (b. 1943) and wife of director Roman Polanski who was propelled into infamy when she was murdered by the Manson Family at the age of 26 in the notorious killing spree that shook the nation in the summer of 1969. Scarce and remarkable vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Tate in a seductive low-cut blouse, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Peter, Sharon Tate.” In fine condition, with some light creasing to corners and feathering to the inscription and signature. A truly exceptional portrait and one of the most ravishing images of Tate we have encountered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
1056. Spencer Tracy. Crystal-clear vintage matte-finish 8.5 x 11.5 portrait of Tracy, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Ralph Pielow, Sincerely, Spencer Tracy.” Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 18.75. In fine condition, with some light contrast to the end of the signature against the dark background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
of Taylor from Father of the Bride, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, circa 1950, “To Joan—Best wishes to you always, Elizabeth Taylor.” Poor contrast to the faded inscription and signature, which is still legible, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1057. Frank Teti. An archive of letters, original candid photographs, and several
letters collected by celebrity photographer Frank Teti over the course of his career. Teti, who was ac tive in the 1960s and 1970s, is best known for his work with the Kennedy family as well as Barbra Streisand. The archive includes a TLS, signed “Jacqueline Onassis,” one page, 5.25 x 7.5, dated October 8, 1974, thanking Teti, “for your kindness in sending me the photographs from the Robert F. Kennedy tennis tournament. Caroline and John were both so pleased to see the pictures and they will always be a wonderful reminder of their day at Forest Hills.” Also included are two letters from Senator Ted Kennedy, one to Teti’s mother offering her his condolences on the occasion of Frank’s untimely death, dated April 29, 1988, in part: “Frank was an excellent photographer whose work we admired, and his work is a magnificent legacy of which you can be most proud. The members of my family particularly enjoyed his book about the new generation of Kennedys. It was very well done—with warmth and integrity—and I was happy to be asked to write the preface for it. It has become a very valuable reference and I have given it as gifts on my trips to foreign countries. It was received with great pleasure.” The other letter from Ted Kennedy, dated November 2, 1983, in which he offers his condolences to Teti on the loss of his father, appears to be signed with an autopen. The archive also features 30 candid photographs taken by Teti, with a superb set of 25 3.5 x 5 color prints. The most interesting is a candid shot of Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor in the rear of a limousine. The collection also includes a superb candid 8 x 10 shot of Marlon Brando, a marvelous candid color photo of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis taken on the Island of Capri in the late 1960s, and great shots of Ann-Margret, Barbara Stanwyck, Ruth Buzzi, Kim Novak, Carol Lawrence and Robert Goulay, and others. The collection also features 89 signatures on 3 x 5 cards (many with small magazine photographs affixed at one corner), including Steve McQueen, John Wayne, Alfred Hitchcock (with self-portrait sketch), The Three Stooges (Moe, Larry, Curly-Joe), Natalie Wood (2), Robert Wagner, Mickey Mantle, Janet Leigh, Zina Bethune, Mary Tyler Moore, Suzanne Pleshette, Yul Brynner, Paul Newman, Raymond Burr (2), Cary Grant, Donna Reed, Sophia Loren, E. G. Marshall, Tony Curtis (2), Carol Burnett, Greer Garson, Van Heflin, Hope Lang, Myrna Loy, Peter Lorre, Bert Lahr, Peter Lawford, Rosalind Russell, Agnes Moorehead, Rod Serling, Sal Mineo, Jayne Mansfield, Leonard Bernstein, Bobby Darin, Kate Smith, Lawrence Welk, Jane Seberg, Edward G. Robinson, Franchot Tone, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Joe E. Brown, Rita Hayworth, Jack Benny, Ann Harding, Carroll Baker, Lucille Ball (“Love Lucy”), Joan Crawford, Lorne Greene, Jane Fonda, Richard Boone, Yogi Berra, Whitey Ford, Clint Eastwood, Troy Donahue, Tippi Hedren, Milton Berle, Patty Duke, Michael Walker, Van Cliburn (2), Warren Beatty, Beverly Garland, Lena Horne, Ernest Borgnine, Tony Curtis, Angie Dickinson, Peter Falk, Susan Strausberg, Sidney Potier, Dina Merrell, Donald O’Connor, Shelley Winters, Betty White, Gene Simmons, Burt Reynolds, Walter Pidgeon, Barbara Stanwyck, Luise Rainer, Debbie Reynolds, Jane Withers (2), Harriet Nelson, Ozzie Nelson, Sid Luckmann (an off-color variant of his signature), and Darren McGavin.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“I’d really like to postpone any talk of a club until after you have seen CITIZEN KANE which should be released sometime in January” 1058. Orson Welles. Outstanding TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Mercury Theater letterhead,
November 18, 1940. Welles writes to Ray Skony in East Chicago. In full: “I have a firm conviction that the person who has not yet completed a motion picture does not deserve a Fan Club. I appreciate your interest and am very flattered by it, but I’d really like to postpone any talk of a club until after you have seen CITIZEN KANE which should be released sometime in January. Thank you for writing.” In fine condition, with a touch of mild soiling along top edge and tiny tear to bottom edge. A superb and highly desirable association with the film widely regarded as the greatest of all time! Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1060. Acquanetta MB $100
1061. Actors and Actresses
1062. Actors and Actresses
1064. Brian Aherne
1065. Brian Aherne MB $100
1066. Julie Andrews and Dudley Moore
1067. Julie Andrews
1069. Pedro Armendariz
1070. Desi Arnaz MB $100
1071. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers
1074. Tallulah Bankhead
1075. Tallulah Bankhead
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1068. Heather Angel MB $100
1072. Lauren Bacall MB $100
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1073. Lucille Ball MB $100
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Addams Family: Vic Mizzy MB $100
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1076. Brigitte Bardot
1077. Brigitte Bardot
1078. Lex Barker
1079. Binnie Barnes
1080. Ethel Barrymore
1081. Clyde Beatty
1082. Wallace Beery
1083. Joan Bennett
1084. Busby Berkeley
1085. Big Valley
1086. Anita Bjork
1087. Ann Blyth
1088. Dirk Bogarde
1089. Ray Bolger
1090. Ward Bond
1091. Joe E. Brown
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1092. Adrian Brunel
1093. Yul Brynner
1094. Yul Brynner
1095. Horst Buchholz
1096. Billie Burke
1097. George Burns
1098. Richard Burton
1099. David Butler
1100. Edward Buzzell
1101. Cabaret
1102. James Cagney and Doris Day
1103. James Cagney
1106. Webster Campbell
1107. Eddie Cantor
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1104. James Cagney MB $100
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1105. James and Bill Cagney MB $100
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1108. Jack Cardiff
1109. Cardini
1110. Edwin Carewe
1111. George Carlin
1112. Marcel Carne
1113. Diahann Carroll
1114. Richard Castellano
1115. Celebrity Checks
1116. Claudette Colbert and Charles Boyer
1117. Ronald Colman
1118. Jackie Cooper
1119. Joseph Cotten
1120. Buster Crabbe and Jean Rogers
1121. Buster Crabbe
1122. Bob Crane
1123. Broderick Crawford
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1124. Joan Crawford
1125. James Cruze
1126. George Cukor
1127. Irving Cummings
1128. Peter Cushing
1129. Rodney Dangerfield
1130. Linda Darnell
1131. Jules Dassin
1132. Bette Davis
1133. Bette Davis
1134. Bette Davis
1135. Bette Davis
1136. Sammy Davis, Jr
1137. Sammy Davis, Jr
1138. Doris Day
1139. Olivia de Havilland
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1140. Olivia de Havilland
1141. Brian De Palma
1142. Dolores Del Rio
1143. Alain Delon
1144. Alain Delon
1145. Alain Delon
1146. Robert DeNiro
1147. Sandy Dennis
1148. Detective Story
1149. Marlene Dietrich
1150. Marlene Dietrich
1151. Marlene Dietrich
1152. Brian Donlevy
1153. Kirk Douglas
1154. Ellen Drew
1155. Clint Eastwood
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1156. Clint Eastwood MB $100
1157. Barbara Eden MB $100
1158. Jack Elam MB $100
1159. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr MB $100
1160. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr
1161. Henry Fonda
1162. Margot Fonteyn
1163. Glenn Ford
1164. Glenn Ford
1165. Jodie Foster MB $100
1166. Frankenstein: Donnie Dunagan
1167. Gert Frobe
1169. Ava Gardner
1170. Greer Garson
1171. Ben Gazzara
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1168. Jean Gabin MB $200
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1172. Will Geer
1173. Tamara Geva
1174. John Gielgud
1175. Terry Gilliam
1176. Lillian Gish
1177. Peter Glenville
1178. Paulette Goddard
1179. Paulette Goddard
1180. Paulette Goddard MB $100
1181. The Godfather: Pacino and Strasberg
1182. Thomas Gomez
1183. Gone With the Wind: Laura Hope Crews
1184. Gone With the Wind: Leslie Howard
1185. Gone With the Wind: Cammie King
1186. Gone With the Wind: Ann Rutherford
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1187. Ruth Gordon MB $100
1188. Ruth Gordon
1189. Betty Grable
1190. Betty Grable
1191. Gloria Grahame
1192. Cary Grant and Peter Lorre
1193. Sid Grauman and Louis B. Mayer
1194. Johnny Green
1195. Alec Guinness
1196. Alec Guinness
1197. Alan Hale, Jr
1198. Margaret Hamilton
1199. Happy Days
1200. Richard Harris
1201. Rex Harrison and Lilli Palmer
1202. Rex Harrison
1203. The Haunting: Harris and Bloom
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1204. Sterling Hayden MB $100
1205. Robert Helpman MB $100
1206. Paul Henreid MB $100
1207. Audrey Hepburn and Mel Ferrer MB $100
1208. Katharine Hepburn
1209. Katharine Hepburn
1210. Charlton Heston
1211. Charlton Heston
1212. Alfred Hitchcock
1213. Dustin Hoffman
1214. Dustin Hoffman
1215. John Huston
1216. Walter Huston
1217. It’s A Wonderful Life: Stewart and Grimes
1218. Boris Karloff
1219. Doris Keane
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1220. Ruby Keeler
1221. Grace Kelly
1222. Kay Kendall
1223. Carla Laemmle
1224. Hedy Lamarr
1225. Hedy Lamarr
1226. Hedy Lamarr
1227. Angela Lansbury
1228. Peter Lawford
1229. Christopher Lee
1230. Lew Lehr
1231. Gina Lollobrigida
1232. The Lone Ranger
1233. Sophia Loren
1234. Sophia Loren
1235. Peter Lorre
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1236. Jeanette MacDonald
1237. Albert Maltz
1240. Lee Marvin
1241. Chico Marx
1244. Groucho Marx
1245. Dorothy McGuire
1246. McHale’s Navy
1247. Toshiro Mifune
1248. Toshiro Mifune
1249. Lewis Milestone
1250. Elizabeth Montgomery
1251. Agnes Moorehead and Cedric Hardwicke
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1238. Jayne Mansfield
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1243. Groucho Marx
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1239. Mary Martin
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1252. Mantan Moreland
1253. Paul Muni
1254. Paul Muni
1255. Bill Murray
1256. Anna Neagle
1257. Patricia Neal
1258. Dudley Nichols
1259. Romola Nijinsky
1260. David Niven
1261. Arthur O’Connell
1262. Maureen O’Sullivan
1263. Maureen O’Sullivan
1264. Maureen O’Sullivan
1265. Warren Oates
1266. Odd Couple
1267. Laurence Olivier
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1268. Laurence Olivier
1269. Our Gang: Joe Cobb
1270. Al Pacino
1271. Katina Paxinou
1272. Gregory Peck and Jean Simmons
1273. Gregory Peck
1274. Gregory Peck
1275. George Peppard
1276. Mary Pickford
1277. Mary Pickford MB $200
1278. Walter Pidgeon and Roddy McDowall
1279. Christopher Plummer
1281. Vincent Price
1282. Richard Pryor
1283. Anthony Quinn and Maurice Ronet
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1280. Vincent Price MB $100
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1284. Anthony Quinn
1285. Gilda Radner
1286. Ella Raines
1287. Claude Rains
1288. Sally Rand
1289. Sally Rand
1290. Donna Reed
1291. Donna Reed
1292. Oliver Reed
1293. Robert Reed
1294. Steve Reeves
1295. Lee Remick
1296. Debbie Reynolds
1297. Hal Roach
1298. Paul Robeson
1299. Edward G. Robinson
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1300. Ginger Rogers
1301. Jean Rogers
1302. Jane Russell
1303. Jane Russell
1304. Jane Russell
1305. Eva Marie Saint
1306. Martin Scorsese MB $100
1307. Randolph Scott and Virginia Mayo
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1308. Irene Sharaff
1309. Johnny Sheffield
1310. George Sidney
1311. Alastair Sim
1312. Buffalo Bob Smith
1313. Al ‘Fuzzy’ St. John
1314. Barbara Stanwyck
1315. Barbara Stanwyck
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1316. Barbara Stanwyck MB $100
1317. James Stewart and Frank Capra
1318. James Stewart and Henry Fonda
1319. James Stewart and Marlene Dietrich
1320. James Stewart
1321. James Stewart
1322. James Stewart
1323. Susan Strasberg
1324. Superman: Neill and Larson
1325. Gloria Swanson
1326. Take A Chance
1327. Robert Taylor and Ursula Thiess
1328. Elizabeth Taylor
1329. Shirley Temple
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1330. Olive Thomas MB $200
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1331. Donald C. Thompson MB $100
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Three Stooges: Emil Sitka MB $100
1336. Lee Van Cleef MB $100
1333. Claire Trevor
1334. Miyoshi Umeki
1335. Lee Van Cleef
1337. Vera-Ellen
1338. Max von Sydow MB $100
1339. Eli Wallach and Anne Jackson
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1340. Ethel Waters
1341. Orson Welles
1342. Mae West
1343. Mae West
1344. Western Actors
1345. Wild Wild West
1346. Gene Wilder
1347. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
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1348. Roland Winters and Keye Luke
1349. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger
1350. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger
1351. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley
1352. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley
1353. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton
1354. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton
1355. Wizard of Oz: E. Y. Harburg
1356. Wizard of Oz: E. Y. Harburg
1357. Wizard of Oz: Bert Lahr
1358. Fay Wray
1359. Teresa Wright
1360. Teresa Wright
1361. Jane Wyman
1362. Jane Wyman
1363. Darryl F. Zanuck
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Marlon Brando JoAn Corrales, lifelong companion and business manager for legendary actor Marlon Brando, offers the following items from her personal collection including: articles of his clothing (a kaftan, shoes, and hats), heartfelt personal letters, and a historic document co-signed by Brando and Michael Jackson. All items are certified and documented as authentic by JoAn, a rock solid source and one of the people who knew him best. Brando’s relationship with Corrales goes all the way back to the 1950s when she was introduced to Brando’s wife Anna Kashfi, leading her to become close friends with the couple. Though they divorced in 1959, Corrales relationship with Brando continued, as his son Christian moved into her Vancouver, Washington home during their custody battle. This led the actor to spend monthly visits at her home to be with Christian, further strengthening his ties with JoAn. Following his well-publicized problems with the law, Christian Brando again moved in with Corrales in 1996, this time at her home in Kalama, Washington. Marlon reinitiated his tradition of monthly visits, this time to the multi-building 5-acre farm to spend time with his son, sleeping in his own guest house specially converted and decorated for him. By the 1990s, the former sex symbol had vanished, with Brando now topping 300 lbs, he didn’t care what people thought of him. Corrales said, “Brando hated being an actor but did it because it was easy work,” though she noted “You had to pry him out of bed to have him go make a movie. …For Marlon, a movie was just a job.” Corrales continued “He didn’t attend his movie premieres and never watched his own movies until a couple of months before he died,” and when once asked what he would have been if not an actor, he said “a massage therapist.” Marlon and JoAn were friends till the end, sharing tear-filled phone calls during his bedridden battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Wishing he was with her at the farm, Corrales recalls Brando saying “Would you do me a really big favor, honey...Will you take the phone and let me hear the frogs?” JoAn explained her devotion to the actor, “What you did was try to give him any and all things that you could possibly think of that would make him happy.” The icon and much beloved actor passed away in 2004 at the age of 80—the here-offered collection is a rare sampling of momentoes from one of his closest friends.
Astonishing document guaranteeing Marlon Brando a jaw-dropping million dollars to appear at Jackson’s 30th Anniversary Celebration 1365. Marlon Brando and Michael Jackson. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, September 7, 2001. Incredible document arranging for Brando to “appear at the Michael Jackson Thirtieth Anniversary Celebration shows at Madison Square Garden… Jackson agrees to pay Brando in cash or cash equivalent… the amount of One Million Two Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($1,002,000.00) in lawful money of the United States of America.” Signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint by Brando, “Marlon Brando, Sept 7 01,” and signed and initialed by Jackson, “Michael Jackson,” and “MJ.” In fine condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner and expected document wear. Held at the Garden on September 7th and 10th in 2001, the Michael Jackson 30th Anniversary Special was a star-studded two-night event marking the artist’s thirtieth year as a solo performer; the concerts were filmed and subsequently edited down to a two-hour special, which aired on CBS in late November. Costing up to $5,000 a ticket, both performances sold out in just five hours, ringing in a Boxscore total of over $10 million dollars in sales. As arranged for in this document, Jackson’s longtime, close friend Marlon Brando appeared on the second night of the event, giving a lengthy and dignified speech about humanitarian work—unfortunately, it received an unenthusiastic reaction from the crowd and was cut from the television broadcast. An extraordinarily rare document connecting two of the world’s greatest entertainers—and most famous friends—celebrating a landmark year in the legendary pop musician’s career. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 202 | June 19, 2013 | MARLON BRANDO
Brando’s costume from The Island of Dr. Moreau 1366. Marlon Brando. Brando’s personally-owned and-worn kaftan from the
1996 film The Island of Dr. Moreau, bearing a Mawuli Clothing tag sewn inside. Garment is of a very large size and consists of an elaborately patterned yellow cloth with golden trim around the neck and chest areas. In fine condition. Consignor notes that Brando used to wear this around the house. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
1367. Marlon Brando. Brando’s personally-owned and -worn pair
of dark gray wool Haflinger clogs. In fine condition, with scattered soiling from use. Also includes Anna Kashfi’s personally-owned pair of suede moccasin-inspired slippers, size 7, manufactured by Predictions. According to the consignor, these were Brando’s favorite shoes to wear around the house before he became ill; later, Kashfi left her shoes on the consignor’s property in Kalama, Washington, while staying there for the funeral of her son, Christian Brando. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1369. Marlon Brando. Brando’s personally-owned and -worn dark
green wool biker-style hat, manufactured by Goorin Brothers. Hat is of a simple, timeless style. In fine condition. Consignor notes that the hat is from London, and is one of two caps that she ever saw Brando wear. A great, personal item that recalls the look Brando made famous in The Wild One. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 203
1370. Marlon Brando. Brando’s
personally-owned and -worn black Greek fishing hat, stamped inside by Golden Fleece Designs of Tarzana, California. Hat has an ornate design on top of the bill and around the crown. In very good condition, with part of the red inner cloth lining torn from the inner band. Consignor notes that the hat is from 1972, and is one of two caps that she ever saw Brando wear. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1371. Marlon Brando. Brando’s personal
overnight bag constructed of beige canvas cloth and brown leather, approximately 21˝ in length. In very good condition, with scattered soiling and wear from use. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Possibly unique document from the literal birth of a legend 1372. Marlon Brando. Official re-issued copy of Brando’s birth certificate, one page, 6.75 x 7.5, issued on April 2, 1996, and blindstamped to the lower left with a seal that reads, “Douglas County Health Department Vital Statistics.” The certificate details all relevant information regarding his birth, indicating that he was born at 11 PM on “Apr. 3-24,” to “Marlon Brando” and “Dorothy Pennebaker.” Text at the bottom reads, in part: “This certifies this document to be a true copy of an original record on file with Vital Statistics, Douglas County Health Department, Omaha, Nebraska. Certified copies must have a raised seal in the area to the left.” In fine condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner. Accompanied by its original Douglas County Health Department envelope. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1373. Marlon Brando. Three of Brando’s personally-
owned Hohner harmonicas, the centerpiece of which is a 6.75˝ long Echo model made in Germany. The other two are Bluesband and Big River Harp models, each 4˝ in length. In overall very good to fine condition, with one cracked segment to the comb in the Echo, and the Big River Harp in three pieces as it lacks screws for the metal plates. Brando was known to play the harmonica in his spare time, a hobby that extended into his films—he briefly played on-screen in Last Tango in Paris. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
One-of-a-kind sketch of his father
1374. Marlon Brando. Brando’s
1377. Marlon Brando. Original
personally-owned leatherbound pocket-sized copy of King Lear by William Shakespeare, published by the Knickerbocker Leather & Novelty Co. of New York, 2.25 x 3.25, 284 pages. In fine condition, with a tear to the first free end page. Later in his career there were off-and-on rumors of Brando playing King Lear in a film adaptation, but none of the projects came to fruition. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1375. Marlon Brando. Bran-
do’s personal collection of five Academy Awards programs from between 2001 and 2003, consisting of two identical reminder lists summarizing eligible films and three different rules handbooks. Also includes Brando’s unused ballot for the 2001 Best Picture Award nomination. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a form letter from the Academy, two pamphlets regarding Screen Actors Guild elections, and original mailing envelopes addressed to Brando from SAG and the Academy. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
unsigned pencil sketch of his father below a triangle on an off-white 9 x 12 sheet. A central horizontal fold and some scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a detailed letter of provenance from his business manager, JoAn Corrales, describing Brando’s relationship with art. In part: “This sketch was done at Marlon’s guest house in Kalama, WA. When asked who it was that he was sketching, he said it was his father. He gave the sketch to my granddaughter Yasimen, who was watching him. Marlon was very shy about letting me see his sketches, he knew I had been raised around art thru my mother, he didn’t think they were very good, but I always praised him. Years before, my mother as an artist and restorer of fine art, had given him some lessons and also given him a book on old world techniques…when she ‘demanded’ the book returned, he told her that he couldn’t part with it.” An amazing piece with terrific provenance and backstory. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1376. Marlon Brando.
Brando’s personally-owned 2004 monogrammed desktop calendar from GNW Insurance services, 5 x 5.75, with calendar pages beginning in July 2004 and ending in December 2005. In fine condition. An eerie reminder of the end of the great actor—Brando passed away on July 1, 2004, leaving the rest of this calendar unused. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
1378. Marlon Brando. Four original unsigned sketches by Brando, depicting various aspects of his ‘retreat.’ Three are in green, red, and black ink on individual off-white 6 x 4 sheets, and show an overall layout of the camp, a treehouse-type structure, and another more abstract diagram. The fourth is a pencil sketch on an off-white 6 x 5.5 sheet, showing an aerial view of a lake surrounded by trees and teepees. Also includes the remaining unused portion of his 6 x 5.5 sketchpad. In overall fine condition. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 205
Heartwarming letter from Brando the animal lover 1379. Marlon Brando. ALS signed “Marlon,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, no
date. Moving letter to his business manager, JoAn Corrales, upon the death of her pet dog. In part: “We both feel so much for you in this moment. I know, God do I know, your feelings of the loss of an old friend. Remember—she is now free from her suffering. She will be with you always. She loves you still. You have all our love. Your loss is ours too.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top. Accompanied by a detailed letter of provenance from Corrales, in part: “Marlon and I shared a dog here in Kalama that he loved. Her name was Honey Bunch. Every time Marlon sat down the dog would go over and lean her head against Marlon’s legs…When Honey Bunch died, she had lived to be around thirteen. I didn’t want to tell him, Marlon was very ill when he wrote this letter, his assistant asked him if he would prefer to have her type it for him. He replied ‘No,’ this letter has to be from my heart. I was told that it took him almost all day to finish the letter. He loved his animals, and when something happened to them, he had them cremated and put in little boxes with their names on them. He had some of them for over fifty years.” His love for animals even extended onto the screen. In the famous opening scene of The Godfather, Brando is seen stroking a cat—an unscripted element that occurred simply because he had befriended a cat found wandering around the set. Brando ALSs are also quite rare—this is just the fourth we have offered, and it is by far the latest example we have ever encountered. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Instead of those two tin cans on a string, you have now got the best Nokia cell phone” 1380. Marlon Brando. TLS signed “M, 2/16/02,” one page, 8.5 x 11, December 4, 2002.
Cryptic letter from Brando to his business manager, JoAn Corrales. In part: “Instead of those two tin cans on a string, you have now got the best Nokia cell phone, has sent me on an honorary pre-production version of this remarkable device. It now costs close to $10,000.00 and they have only made 800 units…It can be used as a radio depending on the frequency; you will be able to speak from Los Angeles to New York by radio, by private frequency. You can encode it to the 4th degree exceeded only by CIA, FBI and other intelligent device. You are able to monitor those frequencies, providing you decode them. However, it is against the law to do so. A FAT FUCK I CARE ABOUT THAT, AS WE KNOW.” In fine condition, with scattered creases. Accompanied by a detailed letter of provenance from Corrales, describing Brando’s habit of calling her in the middle of the night and his penchant for practical jokes, of which this was one. An especially interesting letter as it demonstrates Brando’s somewhat erratic personality and his interest in innovation and communication technologies—he was an active ham radio operator registered with the FCC and in many of his later films used a small radio receiver so that lines could be fed to him if they were forgotten. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1381. Marlon Brando: The Freshman. Enormous thank you card presented to
Brando by the crew of the 1990 film The Freshman, measuring 14 x 16.75 closed, signed and inscribed inside by many members of the crew, thanking Brando for throwing them a party. Some of the signers appear in the film’s credits as cameramen, construction crew, publicists, and makeup artists. Front of the card bears affixed cardstock images from the Gourmet Club, presumably the party’s venue. In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and partial separations to cardstock images affixed to the front. Provenance: Marlon Brando’s business manager and lifelong companion JoAn Corrales. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Corrales. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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sports Choice, rare full signature of one of the game’s greatest pitchers 1385. Grover Cleveland Alexander. One of the greatest pitchers in baseball history, he won 30 games each season from 1915 to 1917 and led the league in ERA five times. No other National League pitcher has surpassed his marks of 373 victories and 90 shutouts. Vintage ink signature, “Your friend, Grover Cleveland Alexander,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Upper portion of the card is affixed to a slightly larger black board. In fine condition. Quite a rare find for Alexander to sign fully, including his entire middle name. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1386. Muhammad Ali. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, August 20, 1969. Standard AFTRA contract in which Ali agrees to appear on The Merv Griffin Show on the same day in exchange for $265. Signed at the conclusion in ballpoint by Ali. A standard AFTRA rider is stapled to the main document in the upper left. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1388. Jim Bottomley. Vintage
ballpoint signature, “Jim Bottomley,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card bearing a typed collector’s notation. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The 1937 All-Stars featuring eleven Hall of Famers, including Ruth, Ott, Collins, Frisch, and Waner 1387. Baseball: 1937 All-Stars. Official Reach
American League (Harridge) baseball signed in black ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 15 members of the 1937 AL and NL All-Star teams, including 11 who went on to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Signers are: Babe Ruth, Mel Ott, Eddie Collins, Frank Frisch, Paul Waner, Earl Averill, Carl Hubbell, Connie Mack, Billy Herman, Johnny Mize, William Harridge, Pepper Martin, Rip Collins, Billy Jurges, and Frank Demaree. Exhibits possible game use and below Jurges’s signature is a period notation in an unknown hand which reads, “All Star Game 1937.” The Ruth and Harridge signatures are over the league stamp, which is faded and only slightly visible, not affecting their appearance. In very good condition, light scattered surface loss (affecting portions of the Mack and Martin signatures, and the top of the “R” in “Ruth”), overall soiling, and most signatures light but legible; however, the most desirable signatures—Ruth, Ott, Collins, and Frisch—remain particularly bold. The 1937 All-Star Game, which the American League won 8 to 3, was particularly memorable, as President Franklin D. Roosevelt threw out the first pitch and Averill hit a line drive that struck Dizzy Dean’s foot, breaking his toe. A truly spectacular memento from the game, this baseball is especially exceptional as it is the only one to pair Ruth and Ott in combination that we have ever encountered. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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The catcher who became a spy describes an atomic chain reaction which would come to fruition less than eight months later in Hiroshima and Nagasaki 1389. Moe Berg. Hand-notated manuscript, seven pages, 9 x 14, dated December 26, 1944. Notations in Berg’s hand are in red pencil, with remaining pencil notations and diagrams in the hand of Swiss physicist Paul Scherrer. On the first page, numbered in the upper right by Berg with a circled “1” in red, headed by Berg “(explanation of content of U).” The atomic symbol for Uranium is U. Its atomic number is 92 and atomic weight is 238.02891. Scherrer has circled in regular pencil “+ 92,” underlined “238” and written “~100%.” Beneath this, he’s circled another “+92” and penciled “235” and “1/140.” Scherrer has drawn a rectangle around this line and written a third line of a circled “+92,” “234” and “1/10000.” The World Health Organization notes that ‘Natural uranium consists of a mixture of three radioactive isotopes identified by the mass numbers 238U, 235U, and 234U. Uranium 238, uranium’s most common isotope, can be converted into Plutonium 239, a fissionable material that can also be used as a fuel in nuclear reactors. Uranium 239 first decays into Neptunium 239, further decaying into Plutonium 239. Scheerer has drawn a diagram in the center of the page, labeling “U 239” and drawing a box around the name “Nier.” Alfred O. C. Nier was the first to separate Uranium 235 from Uranium 238. In the lower third of the page, Scherrer has drawn and labeled diagrams and, at the lower edge, has written “U 235 + n = Sr + Xe + 2-3 n,” circling the final “n” and drawing an arrow to it labeled “chain reaction.” Berg has also written “chain reaction.” The next five pages have drawings and mathematical equations ostensibly diagramming atomic chain reactions. Berg has labeled one of Scherrer’s diagrams “aerodynamics another subject” and identified two of Scherrer’s words as “Prandle” and “Exterman of Geneva.” Thorium, written by both Berg and Scherrer, is a source of nuclear power. In very good condition, with edge tears and creases, a couple fragile hinges, and a light central vertical fold. After parts of seventeen seasons in the big leagues, Berg was hired by the Office of Strategic Services, the forerunner of the CIA, as an international spy. His mission was to seek knowledge concerning Germany’s progress in the development of atomic weapons, resulting in his traveling to Europe to meet with Scherrer, the director of physics at the Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. During their meetings, while Berg would diagram the game of baseball, Scherrer would diagram atomic chain reactions—pages like this that were then gathered by Berg and sent to America for analysis. Through his research and diagrams, Scherrer had estimated that Germany was two to ten years away from production of a nuclear warhead. A unique look into the espionage activities of this most unexpected spy. Provenance: The Moe Berg Collection, Lelands, 2006 Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
1390. Roy Campanella. Vintage
ballpoint pre-accident signature, “Roy Campanella,” on the reverse of a 5.5 x 3.25 color Copacabana postcard. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning to reverse. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1391. Primo Carnera. Uncommon vintage sepia glossy 3 x 4.75 real photo postcard of the musclebound fighter taking some swings, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with overall silvering to dark areas of the image and slightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
Scarce Topps card honoring Clemente’s second batting title 1392. Roberto Clemente. Original 1965
Topps baseball card featuring the NL batting leaders of the year prior, signed in blue ballpoint by Clemente over his image. In fine condition, with touched corner tips and image rather off center. Clemente hit .339 in 1964, followed by Rico Carty at .330 and Hank Aaron at .328. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Any sports dept. morgue can furnish” 1393. Ty Cobb. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, May 8, 1959. Letter to an admirer. In full: “My supply of pictures been exhausted long ago, many requests. Feel honored to autograph if will furnish pictures, any sports dept. morgue can furnish.” Affixed to a same-size scrapbook page. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“It seems in my effort to be nice and polite to people generally I run into embarrassing things” 1394. Ty Cobb. ALS signed “T. R. Cobb,”
three pages on two sheets, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, December 6, 1948. Letter to Helene Champlain. In full: “It seems in my effort to be nice and polite to people generally I run into embarrassing things, now it’s Tom McClure for sure, I wrote you recently about him my thought was based on his #1 shock to me, where he said my son Herschel had been in Bend Oregon & made very disparaging remarks of me. I wrote these people, they absolutely denied hearing him say such, even said they had never met Herschel—so—Tom promised lots of people boxes of apples which he admits he gathers of all things, at night, I told him not to send me personally any apples as I could get them here, at near the price of express and he should not send me any, he promised many to others, and of all things sent them to me, for them express collect by me to pay…Tom is strictly an excentric [sic], baseball bug, I was polite to him on that account & let him come to see me at Lake Tahoe, I am now sorry, peculiar people in this world, which includes Mrs. La Pointe [minor theatre, radio, and Hollywood actress Lucille La Pointe] who is no longer with me. When I first met Tom, I figured him out right as has been proven. I needed a housekeeper. Knowing I was getting rid of her, Tom was told this, he has reversed charges on phone to me was getting someone etc., fine cook, turned out to be just a lumber camp cook, now and a drunk, now the enclosed is another example of Tom, have just received it, return it at once, don’t know them, never wrote them. Tom even did not inform me, out here I get the enclosed & taken to task so you can figure how I now feel about Tom. Send me the Beveridge of Jefferson as I wrote you, and write me and don’t be silent as you have, possibly on account of Tom, I don’t know but am guessing and I guess good sometime. Be good.” Cobb also adds a handwritten postscript, signed “T.R.C.” In fine condition. A lengthy letter bearing an unusual form of his signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1397. Rogers Hornsby. Vin-
1395. Jimmie Foxx. Superlative ballpoint signature, “‘Jimmie’ Foxx,”
on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
tage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Skippy, from Rogers Hornsby,” on an offwhite 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard (postmarked 6/11/1949). In fine condition, with moderate toning from previous display and a light post stamp at beginning of inscription. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hornsby in a Cardinals uniform. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1398. Joe Frazier. Frazier’s personal passport, number E474304,
issued on March 12, 1984. Passport measures 3.5 x 5, and contains his printed personal information on the third page, signed at the bottom “Joseph Frazier.” Affixed on the adjoining page, opposite the personal information page is Frazier’s 2.25 x 2.5 passport snapshot, which bears an embossed State Department seal over top portion. Frazier has also filled his address and emergency contact information on the inside front cover, listing Florence Frazier as his contact. Inside pages bear visa stamps from London, Trinidad and Tobago, and New York. In fine condition, with mild rippling and expected handling wear. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Extremely rare ‘M & M’ boys dual-signed ball 1396. Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris. Official Rawlings American League MacPhail baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot by Mickey Mantle and on a side panel in blue ballpoint by Roger Maris. In fine condition, with some mild toning under Mantle’s signature. An incredibly desirable pairing of two Yankee legends who chased Ruth’s single season home run record in 1961. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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1399. Joe Louis. Fantastic vintage glossy 4 x 5 photo of Louis posing in Ben Lee boxing gear, signed vertically in fountain pen. In very good condition, with scattered creases and slight brushing to signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1401. Rocky Marciano and Ted Williams. Ballpoint signa-
tures, “Rocky Marciano” and “Ted Williams,” on individual off-white cards, measuring 2.5 x 1.75 and 4.25 x 1.75 respectively. Attractively double-matted and framed with a photo of the two sports legends to an overall size of 13.25 x 17.25. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Rare letter from the heavyweight champion
1400. Mickey Mantle. Choice vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 8.5 promotional photo of Mantle taken for Batter-Up Pancakes in 1956, beautifully signed and inscribed in fountain pen against the light background, “To Dougie—My Best Wishes, a Pal, Mickey Mantle.” Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 14. In fine condition, with a diagonal crease to the dark lower portion of the photo, hardly affecting its overall superb appearance. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. A rarely seen image and exceptional example of Mantle’s early signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
1402. Rocky Marciano. ALS signed “Rocky,” one page, 7.75 x 11,
Rocky Marciano Enterprises letterhead, no date. Letter regarding his business. In part: “We haven’t been able to close the deal with scaffolding yet. I’ll keep you posted. Something big for us in Cuba I’ll let you know.” Attractively custom-matted and framed to an overall size of 30 x 23. A few areas of paper loss to corners and light irregular toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Just the second Marciano ALS we have offered. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1403. Rocky Marciano. Series 1957 one dollar silver certificate,
signed on the portrait side in blue ballpoint. In very good condition, with overall toning and foxing. The signature remains sharp and prominent, and banknotes are an especially collectible format. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)
Inside the mind of a champion: “Boxing left our country no more real hungry men” 1404. Rocky Marciano. Handwritten notes on six sheets ranging in size from 6 x 6.5 to 8.5 x 11, no dates. Marciano’s fascinating musings, containing brief thoughts on a variety of subjects—from boxing to politics—as well as a sheet of word association. One sheet, in part: “Boxing left our country no more real hungry men or competitive young men.” Another, in part: “How much has your professor taken away from your long duty where the rewards greater than the sacrifices.” Other interesting words and phrases include: “determination to succeed,” “fighter,” “muscles,” “panic self destruction,” “puzzle: life, people,” and “mystery: death, girls.” Various creases and moderate to heavy staining to some sheets, otherwise overall very good condition. An incredible window into Marciano’s thoughts and ideas on an array of topics. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Team-signed in 1935, highlighted by Ott and Hubbell 1405. NY Giants: 1935. Official Goldsmith Atlantic No. 45 baseball signed in black ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 26 members of the 1935 News York Giants. Signers include: Mel Ott, Carl Hubbell, Jo-Jo Moore, Dolf Luque, Mark Koenig, Paul Richards, Hal Schumacher, Al Smith, Leon Chagnon, Kiddo Davis, Dick Bartell, Harry Danning, Allyn Stout, Frank Gabler, Roy Parmelee, Phil Weintraub, Freddie Fitzsimmons, Clydell Castleman, Frank Gabler, and seven others. In very good condition, with scattered surface loss slightly affecting some signatures, a circular stain to one side panel (affecting only Koenig’s signature), and a light overall coating of shellac, as often seen on signed baseballs of this era. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1406. Jackie Robinson. Bold vintage ballpoint signature, “Jackie
Robinson,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard, postmarked September 8, 1949. In fine condition, with some creasing to the right corners (far from the signature). Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Unique pair of highly sought after signatures in combination 1407. Babe Ruth and Craig Wood. Vintage pencil signatures, “Babe Ruth” and “Craig Wood,” on an off-white 3 x 1.5 lined slip. In very good condition, with central vertical creases passing through the last letter of Ruth’s first name and first letter of Wood’s last name. Consignor notes that this was acquired at a 1942 Army-Navy relief golfing event in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
1408. Babe Ruth. Personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out and signed by Ruth, “G. H. Ruth,” payable to Bayers Auto Sales Inc. for $69.62, January 8, 1946. In fine condition, with two vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, staple holes to left edge, and cancellation holes to body. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $500)
Ruth honors baseball’s 100th anniversary 1409. Babe Ruth. United States 3-cent postage stamp, 1.5 x 1, 1939, commemorating the centennial of baseball, signed in black ink by Ruth. In fine condition, with moderate contrast to the signature. A rare and desirable format. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1410. Babe Ruth. Choice vintage fountain pen signature, “Babe Ruth,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1 slip. Beautifully double-matted and framed with an enormous Bruce Murray Collection photo of Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Jimmie Foxx to an overall size of 23.25 x 29.25. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
Flawlessly signed action shot 1411. Bill Tilden. Famed
American tennis player (1893– 1953) whose major tournament victories number in the dozens, including six consecutive years as US Singles Champion. Choice vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Tilden on the court midswing, boldly signed against the light background in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Wm. J. Tilden.” In fine condition, with some creasing to the left border, not affecting the great image or ideal signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Extraordinary diploma awarded for 1st place in the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics 1412. Johnny Weissmuller. Gorgeous origi-
nal 1928 Amsterdam Olympic Games diploma awarded to Weissmuller for placing first in the 100 meter swim, 20.75 x 29, bearing pre-printed signatures of the Olympic committee presidents. Framed to an overall size of 22 x 30.5. In fine condition. Originates from the estate of Weissmuller’s daughter, Lisa Weissmuller Gallagher. The exquisite Art Deco certificate was designed by Dutch artist Chris van der Hoef and printed by Senefelder of Amsterdam. A truly one-of-a-kind piece. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Enormous 1928 Olympics award for Weissmuller’s first place finish 1413. Johnny Weissmuller. Striking original 1928 Amsterdam Olympic Games diploma awarded to Weissmuller for placing first in the 4 × 200 meter relay, 20.75 x 29, bearing pre-printed signatures of the Olympic committee presidents. Framed to an overall size of 22 x 30.5. Dampstaining to the lower border, otherwise fine condition. Originates from the estate of Weissmuller’s daughter, Lisa Weissmuller Gallagher. The exquisite Art Deco certificate was designed by Dutch artist Chris van der Hoef and printed by Senefelder of Amsterdam. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
The Splendid Splinter’s address book, featuring Bobby Orr, Johnny Pesky, and Monte Irvin 1414. Ted Williams. Williams’s personal leatherbound
address book, 6 x 6.75, signed three times: once on the front cover, once inside the front cover, and once on the final page, along with his address in case the book should be lost. Much of the book is filled out by Williams, with portions written in another hand. Among his contacts are Bobby Orr, Monte Irvin, and Bobby Knight, as well as Red Sox notables Johnny Pesky, Curt Gowdy, John Harrington, Dan Duquette, and a general “Red Sox” phone number. In overall fine condition. Originates from the Williams family estate and is accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by his daughter. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1415. Hank Aaron MB $100
1416. Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, and Don King
1417. Muhammad Ali
1418. Muhammad Ali
1419. Alexis Arguello
1420. Arthur Ashe
1421. Atlanta Braves
1422. Frank ‘Home Run’ Baker
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1423. Roger Bannister MB $200
1427. Baseball Hall of Famers MB $100
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1424. Roger Bannister MB $100
1428. Baseball Hall of Famers MB $100
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1425. Baseball
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1426. Baseball Hall of Famers
1429. Baseball Hall of Famers
1430. Baseball Hall of Famers
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1431. Baseball Hall of Famers
1432. Baseball: 1984 Olympic Team
1433. Baseball: 300 Wins MB $100
1434. Baseball: American League All-Stars
1435. Baseball: Gold Glove Winners
1436. Basketball Hall of Famers
1437. Boston Red Sox
1438. Boston Red Sox
1439. Boston Red Sox: 1963
1440. Boxing Hall of Famers
1441. Boys of Boston: Orr, Williams, and Bird
1442. Brooklyn Dodgers
1443. Brooklyn Dodgers
1444. Paul ‘Bear’ Bryant
1445. Hector ‘Macho’ Camacho
1446. Clarence Campbell
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1447. Primo Carnera
1448. Hugh Casey
1449. Wilt Chamberlain
1450. Wilt Chamberlain
1451. Fred Clarke
1452. Roger Clemens MB $100
1453. Joe DiMaggio and Billy Martin
1454. Joe DiMaggio
1455. Joe DiMaggio
1456. Joe DiMaggio
1457. Joe DiMaggio
1458. Hugh Duffy
1459. Dale Earnhardt, Jr
1460. Dale Earnhardt, Sr
1461. Eddie Erdelatz
1462. Brett Favre
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1463. Elmer Flick
1464. Curt Flood
1465. Jimmie Foxx
1466. Joe Frazier
1467. Joe Frazier
1468. Ford Frick
1469. Arturo Gatti
1470. Golf
1471. Goose Goslin
1472. Lefty Grove
1473. George Halas MB $100
1474. Hockey Hall of Famers
1477. Horse Racing
1478. Horse Racing
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1475. Harry Hooper MB $100
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1476. Willie Hoppe MB $100
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1479. Horse Racing: Eddie Arcaro
1480. Horse Racing: Ron Turcotte
1481. Ryan Howard
1482. Carl Hubbell
1483. Catfish Hunter
1484. Fergie Jenkins
1485. Michael Jordan
1486. George Kell and Rick Ferrell
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1487. Phil Knight MB $100
1491. Don Larsen and Yogi Berra MB $100
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1488. Olga Korbut
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1489. LA Rams: Fearsome Foursome
1490. Larry Lajoie
1492. Frank Leahy
1493. Joe Louis
1494. Connie Mack
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1495. Mickey Mantle
1496. Mickey Mantle
1497. Mickey Mantle
1498. Roger Maris
1499. Dennis Martinez
1500. Pedro Martinez
1501. Joe McCarthy
1502. Bill McKechnie
1503. Joe Montana
1504. Archie Moore
1505. Byron Nelson
1506. Byron Nelson
1507. New York Sports Night
1508. New York Sports Night
1509. NY Knicks
1510. NY Knicks
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1511. NY Mets
1512. NY Mets
1513. NY Mets
1514. NY Mets
1515. NY Yankees
1516. NY Yankees
1517. NY Yankees
1518. Olympic Athletes
1519. Jesse Owens
1520. Arnold Palmer
1521. Danica Patrick
1522. Walter Payton
1523. Walter Payton
1524. Dustin Pedroia
1525. Jacques Plante
1526. Gary Player
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1527. Johnny Podres and Preacher Roe
1528. Pee Wee Reese
1529. Cal Ripken, Jr
1530. Eppa Rixey
1531. Phil Rizzuto and Tony Kubek
1532. Pete Rose and Baseball Greats
1533. Pete Rose and Carl Yastrzemski
1534. Pete Rose and Ernie Banks
1535. Pete Rose and Joe DiMaggio
1536. Pete Rose and Johnny Bench
1537. Pete Rose and Mickey Mantle
1538. Pete Rose and Nolan Ryan
1539. Pete Rose and Stan Musial
1540. Pete Rose and the Big Red Machine
1541. Pete Rose and the Big Red Machine
1542. Pete Rose
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1543. Pete Rose
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1545. Tennis: Wimbledon Champions
1546. Gene Tunney
1547. Mike Tyson
1548. Mike Tyson
1549. Johnny Unitas
1550. Jersey Joe Walcott
1551. Jerry West MB $100
1552. Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio
1553. Ted Williams
1554. Ted Williams
1555. Ted Williams
1556. Joe Wood
1557. Tiger Woods
1558. Carl Yastrzemski
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2001. George A. Custer. Imperial German Light Cavalry saber belonging to General George Armstrong Custer. The blade measures 33˝ long with broad single fullers and floral scrolls and panoplies of arms etched on the blade. Blade is also engraved near the hilt “P.D.L.,” with the reverse engraved “Solingen.” Steel hilt of typical pattern with recurved quillon, single bar guard pierced for sword knot with langets and steel backstrap. Wire wrapped leather covered grip. Sword comes with correct pattern steel scabbard with iron mounts and drag. In good condition. Blade showing a mottled light gray patina overall with scattered patches of fine corrosion present. Hilt shows a dark brown patina with a few spots of pitting on langets. Grip shows moderate wear with leather wrap showing minor losses and perforations. Most of the wire binding is tight. Scabbard shows mottled gray patina with a couple of small dents present. Saber has been beautifully framed along with two portraits of Custer and a descriptive plaque to an overall size of 42 x 22.
grooves wound with twisted copper-bronze wire. The metal parts of the hilt are of steel as is the bird’s head pommel. The knuckle-bow is of the form of a reverse P and is pierced for a sword knot near the pommel. A quillon with langets projects over the blade. The steel scabbard is 34 inches long and one inch wide. There are carrying rings, one at a distance of 3 inches and the other at a distance of 11 inches from the throat. A steel drag is fastened to its tip. This curved sabre and scabbard was given by me to Dr. Lawrence A. Frost on October 22, 1955, for value received.” Provenance: George A. Custer Nevin J. Custer Addis E. Dunbar Reed M. Dunbar Dr. Lawrence A. Frost Collection Dr. Elizabeth Atwood Lawrence Collection
Accompanying the sword is a copy of a letter of provenance dated October 29, 1955, signed by Reed Dunbar, tracing ownership of the sword to Nevin J. Custer, brother of George Custer. Letter reads, in full: “I, Reed M. Dunbar…Monroe, Michigan, do hereby make the following statement regarding a curved sabre and scabbard formerly belonging to General George Armstrong Custer and given by his brother Nevin J. Custer to my father Addis E. Dunbar, who in turn gave it to me.
The provenance of this remarkable artifact is truly impeccable. Possession of this sword was first transferred to the 7th Cavalry commander’s eldest brother, Nevin. A subsequent prior owner was Dr. Lawrence A. Frost, who developed an appreciation for the slain general in the late 1930s when he began to assemble a significant collection of Custer artifacts. Dr. Frost also published 13 books, most of them monographs about the cavalry commander. Most recently, this sword changed hands in 1997 when Dr. Elizabeth Atwood Lawrence consigned it to Butterfield and Butterfield for public auction.
The grips are of wood covered with leather in which are deep parallel
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Exceedingly rare 7th Cavalry appointment boldly signed by Custer—
THE ONLY ONE WE HAVE EVER SEEN!
2002. George A. Custer. Civil War general and Indian fighter (1839–1876) who distinguished himself as a cavalry commander, earning the rank of brigadier general of volunteers at age 23. Following the Civil War he became field commander of the 7th Cavalry and led troops in a number of engagements during the Indian Wars. Custer, together with all of the men under his immediate command, was killed at the Battle of Little Bighorn on June 25, 1876. Partlyprinted DS, signed “G. A. Custer,” one page, 15.5 x 9.5, April 7, 1875. Custer, as Lieutenant Colonel of the Cavalry appoints “Joseph A. McClure…Corporal in Company E of the Seventh Regiment of Cavalry in the service of the United States.” Robustly signed at the bottom by Custer, “G. A. Custer,” and countersigned by commanding officer W. W. Cook. The appointee, Joseph A. McClure (1846–1900) also served as a bugler during the Civil War in Company E, 22nd Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment from September 1862 to August 1865. Beautifully double-cloth-acid-free museum matted with museum UV glass in the colors of the 7th Cavalry and framed to
an overall size of 24.25 x 18.25. Intersecting folds, scattered light toning and foxing, and show-through from docketing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. This stunning commission, ornately imprinted with the American eagle bearing a shield and clutching arrows and an olive branch beneath the heading, “The Commanding Officer of the Seventh Regiment of Cavalry,” holds one of the finest Custer autographs we have ever seen. The counter-signature by William Winer Cooke, 1st Lieutenant Colonel of Cavalry and Adjutant of the Regiment, adds greatly to this document’s desirability: Cooke, a member of the socalled ‘Custer Gang,’ was one of the commander’s most loyal men and remained so until the end. He was found by Custer’s side on the fields at Little Bighorn in 1876. Rarely seen and the only example ever offered through RR Auction, this 7th Cavalry appointment is a truly remarkable piece. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)
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FASCINATING COLLECTION SPANNING THE DALTON GANG’S NOTORIOUS CAREER, from Grat’s early hideout in Wonder Valley, California to the tragic Coffeyville Raid and Emmett’s life after crime
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2003. Emmett Dalton. Very interesting collection of items, highlighted by a TLS and signed and notated book from Dalton, as well as photos relating to the Coffeyville Raid, and books signed by Raid survivor Thomas G. Ayers.
all lying dead in a row by E. R. Rose of Oswego, Kansas. Photo is affixed to a cabinet photo size mount; and two printed informational pamphlets for Pierson’s Dude Ranch and a pricing card for the ranch’s rate for its cabins and ranch house. In overall very good condition.
The one-page letter, signed “Emmett Dalton,” 8.5 x 11, on his personal letterhead, dated July 8, 1932, is written to George W. Pierson, owner of the Pierson Dude Ranch in Wonder Valley, California, the location of the Dalton Gang hideout in 1891. Letter reads, in full (with grammar and spelling retained): “I gave away all the literature you gave me and am addressing this from memory. We have rented our home for the summer and are going on a trip, somewhere up North between the first and tenth of next august, to see if I can partly regain some of the health I have lost. If there is anything I can do to help you get some publicity for your business, let me know, or better still if you are coming to LA anways soon call and see us and we will see what we can frame up. At least drop me a line or if you come down give me a ring.”
In early February of 1891, the Dalton gang made their first attempt at train robbery on a Southern Pacific Railroad passenger train near Alila, California. Unable to access the cash-carrying express car, the brothers fled: while Bill and Bob escaped back to Oklahoma, Grat was arrested and held in the Visalia jail for six months awaiting trial. After being found guilty, he managed a quick escape, driving a stolen horse to the ranch of a “supposed friend” named Middleton. In a passage on page 115 of the book offered here, marked in pencil by Emmett Dalton, he writes, “Grat and Middleton rode up into the Sierra foothills above the village of Sanger and pitched camp in a pine thicket, awaiting opportunity for my brother to slip away southward toward Oklahoma.” This hideout, at the foot of Dalton Mountain, was on the George W. Pierson’s Dude Ranch (later renamed the Wonder Valley Ranch). Unable to fight the temptation of the sheriff’s reward, Middleton betrayed Grat and revealed his location to the police; by a narrow margin, the outlaw was able to escape again, eventually making his way back to his brothers in Oklahoma.
Signed book: When The Daltons Rode. First Edition. NY: Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., 1931. Hardcover with its incredibly rare dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 313 pages. Signed in black ink on the reverse of Dalton’s image at the beginning of the book, “Sincerely yours, Emmett Dalton.” On the reverse of the first free end page, Dalton has made four pencil notations concerning the text on different pages. Notations read, in part: “Page 114–115 Middleton name of rancher that betrayed Grat Dalton to sheriff when located in cover on Dalton Mt. Page 117 ‘Unhook your team fast and strip the harness off that near horse.’” Six law books from the personal collection of Coffeyville Raid survivor Thomas G. Ayers, who at the time was a cashier at the First National Bank. Four volumes of American State Reports, each signed on the title page in black ink, “Ths. G. Ayers,” American Digest 1658–1896 Century Edition Volume 2, also signed on the title page; and an unsigned edition of State of Kansas, Session Laws of 1883, bearing Ayers’s ownership stamps to the covers and foreedge. Books are accompanied by a letter of provenace from James Chappell, which reads, in part: “Enclosed please find six books that were originally owned by Thoas G. Ayers, who was an attorney in Coffeyville, Kansas…Mr. Ayers was present in The First National Bank, acting as cashier…when the notorious Dalton Gang attempted to rob the bank…Mr. Ayers was shot during the robbery…I purchased the books and furnishings of the Frank Liebert law practice in Coffeyville…Mr. Liebert’s wife Mary Knapp Liebert had a brother named Charles Knapp. Mr. Knapp practiced law also in Coffeyville with his father…The elder Mr. Knapp’s original law partner was a man named Charles Welch. Mr. Welch’s original law partner was Thomas G. Ayers.” Also included are: two original photos: a 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of a young boy, identified as Coffeyville witness Alexander Woodson by C. M. Buck of Coffeyville. A ballpoint notation on the reverse reads, “Alexander Woodson, youngest eyewitness to the Coffeyville Bank robbery.” Second photo is a silver gelatin photo of dead Dalton gang members Tom Evans, Bob Dalton, Grat Dalton, and Texas Jack,
In the months following the Alila incident, the gang carried out a series of successful robberies before hatching their plan to rob two banks at once in Coffeyville in what would become their final job. On October 5, 1892, donning fake beards that did little to hide their true identities, they split up into the two buildings. Easily recognizing what was happening, several people armed themselves in preparation of a gun battle; when the gang exited the banks, the shootout began. In the blaze of gunfire, Town Marshal Charles Connelly was killed, as were Grat and Bob Dalton, Dick Broadwell, and Bill Power; Emmett Dalton received 23 gunshot wounds but survived and was captured; and three townspeople were shot and severely injured. One of the three survivors was Thomas G. Ayres, a lawyer by training who was then working as a cashier at the First National Bank. Receiving a near-fatal shot to the face as the gang came at him around a corner, Ayres miraculously fully recovered within a year, returning to his legal practice and going on to serve a term as the city’s mayor. The set of books in this collection all come from Ayres private library, a wonderful connection to the gruesome raid that stopped the Dalton gang for good. After serving fourteen years of his life sentence in the Kansas penitentiary, Emmett Dalton was pardoned and moved to Los Angeles, where he married and became a successful real estate agent, author and actor. Staying in touch with George Pierson, whose ranch that had previously served as Grat’s hideout had since been transformed into a beautiful guest ranch, Dalton offered Pierson information “from memory,” most likely to use as publicity. Items signed by Dalton are quite rare, with only about a dozen examples sold at RR in the past 20 years. This collection, touching on so many key places and times in the Dalton Gang’s career and holding Dalton’s scarce signature, along with extensive hand-written notes, is an outstanding, one-ofa-kind archive. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Unique collection of papers containing testimony and the “BURRIAL EXSPENCES OF JOE WALKER AND BUTCH CASSIDAY” 2004. Butch Cassidy. Remarkable one-of-a-kind archive of nine documents relating to the reputed killing of Butch Cassidy and ‘Wild Bunch’ desperado Joe Walker. Items include (with grammar and spelling retained): Manuscript document, two pages, 8.25 x 11, County of Carbon letterhead. “For Burial Espencies of Joe Walker Butch Cassida (Elias) Roy Parker Tom Gilis. The following Property Sold on the 24th May 1898 at Price Utah.” Over 20 items, with price and name of buyer, including pistols, a gun, boots, blankets, seven horses, saddle, and spurs. Second page is headed “Brought over,” and lists “1 Black horse sold,” also “1 Bay” horse and “1 Yellow horse sold,” with drawings of the brands on the horses. Purchasers’ names and prices are listed. Seventh Judicial District Court, Carbon County, Price, Utah, letterhead, one page, both sides, 8 x 10.75. “Burrial Exspences of Joe Walker and Butch Cassiday Elias Parker Tom Gilis. May 14 & 15 1898.” List of expenses, with cost and name of person paid. List includes coffins, washing bodies, digging graves, hauling bodies and boxes, hay to feed horses, shaving bodies, and sheriff expenses. Manuscript document, in pencil, one page, 8.25 x 11, County of Carbon letterhead, headed “Burrial Exspences of Joe Walker and Butch Cassidy.” Price, Utah, May 14 and 15, 1898. Clear listing of the information on the preceding page, including cost of items purchased (“2 Coffins & Boxes”) and from whom and names of those paid for “washing 2 bodies…Digging graves…2 suits under wear…Two Shrouds…halling Coffins…halling Bodies to place of Burial…Digging up Body for identification…Shaving 1 Body.” Second page includes information carried over from previous page and other expenses including “Sheriff for Bringing Bodies C.W. Allred.” Second page is noted on the reverse: “I hereby certify that the within Bills have been Paid. P.J. Olsen Justice of the Peace.” After it was exhumed, Sheriff Ward identified the body thought to be Butch Cassidy as cattle thief Bob Culp. Manuscript document, in ink and pencil, one page, 8.25 x 11. County of Carbon letterhead, 1898. In full: “We the undersigned certify we have received the ammounts set opisite the names in the Burial expences and delivering Property of Joe Walker and Butch Cassidy.” Signed at the conclusion by 12 individuals, including some who were members of Sheriff Allred’s posse. Manuscript DS, signed by Justice of the Peace P. J. Olsen, one page, 8.25 x 11, May 28, 1898. Headed “Notice” announcing the sale by Olsen, and Albert Bryner, Treasurer of Carbon County, at public auction “One Yellow horse” and “One bay horse,” each described with markings and brands. “The above described property beeing part of that found in the possesion of Joe Walker and Butch Cassida.”
DS signed “P.J. Olsen” as Coroner, one onionskin page, 8 x 9.5, May 24, 1898. Sales receipt for two branded horses’ for $19.50, with the horse’s brands drawn in ink. Manuscript document, in pencil, one page, 8 x 11, Seventh Judicial District Court, Carbon County, Price, Utah, letterhead. “Inquest held on Dead Robbers.” Four named men “Sworn and testified… All Testified on information and belief that one was the body of the man that held up Paymaster Carpenter…John Bryner was sworn and testified that one was the body of Joe Walker and the other was one of the men that committed the Castle Gate Robbery. Sheriff Allred sworn and testified.” In overall very good condition. In April of 1897, Butch Cassidy, Joe Walker, and Elzy Lay stole $7,000 in gold from the Pleasant Valley Coal Company at Castle Gate, Utah, sparking a serious manhunt for the gang. When Carbon County Sheriff C. W. Allred’s posse found what they believed to be the fugitives’ camp on May 13th, they opened fire, killing two men inside. They identified one body as Joe Walker and the other as Butch Cassidy. As newspapers announced the death of the outlaw, a Wyoming sheriff who had held Cassidy in his jail for three months arrived in Utah only to identify the body as Bob Culp, a minor cattle thief. Rumors flew that Cassidy, entertained by the whole affair, watched his own funeral from afar, having yet again outsmarted the authorities. Containing several documents from the mistaken killing, with the victim still believed to be Cassidy, this archive highlights a captivating tale from the famous outlaw’s career. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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BULLET-PIERCED EXHIBITION CARD FROM THE LEGENDARY MARKSWOMAN
2005. Annie Oakley. Celebrated American performer (1860–1926) whose legendary prowess as a markswoman earned her worldwide renown as a star attraction in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. Among her astounding sharpshooting feats, Oakley would, from 30 paces, split a playing card held edge-on. Very neat original off-white shooting exhibition card, 4.5 x 1.75, featuring a small image of Oakley on her horse and a black heart with a .22 cal bullet hole through the heart, signed near the bottom in black ink, “Annie Oakley, June 19—1919.” In fine condition, with a couple creases to right side from the bullet impact. Oakley gave these cards away at shooting demonstrations and would put a bullet through the heart for the lucky recipients. Any items bearing Oakley’s signature are quite rare, and those with direct relation to her historic skill even more so. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
BILLY THE KID’S KILLER ENDORSES A GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATE FOR THE NEW MEXICO TERRITORY 2006. Pat Garrett. TLS signed “P. F. Garrett,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Executive Department, Territory of New Mexico letterhead, April 1, 1897. Letter to George Wallace, who was vying for the position of governor for the Territory of New Mexico. In full, “If the enclosed letter is of any service to you please accept the same with my best wishes that you may be speedily appointed. I know whereof I speak when I say that New Mexico will continue to need as her chief executive a man who will uphold the law and discharge his duty without fear or favor, and in this I believe I make no mistake in giving you my unqualified indorsement [sic].” Underneath Garrett’s signature, a collector has added a notation which reads, “The man who killed ‘Billy the Kid.’” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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LEAVING HIS LIFE AS A LAWMAN BEHIND, GARRETT TURNS TO HIS HORSES TO SUPPORT HIS STRUGGLING FAMILY:
“today we have had a beautiful spring day warm like summer, I think the race track will get good now and then I can win a race” 2007. Pat Garrett. ALS, in pencil, signed “P. F. Garrett,” three pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, March 11, 1894. Letter, written from New Orleans, to his wife. In full (with spelling and grammar retained): “I got your letter yesterday with the one from Richard enclosed. The letter from him was about a piece of land I bought from Bill Halloman and don’t amount to anything. I went to see Maricio this evening (Sunday) he is doing fine but is very weak is wandering all around the hospital, but the doctor say he had better stay there for a few days, it is so mucky and wet at the track he might get sick again. It has been raining every day since you left here until today we have had a beautiful spring day warm like summer I think the race track will get good now and then I can win a race you may look for Billy home in a few days I have no money to send you wife and am very sorry but can’t help. Have Milas to sell the black mare Sis if he can’t get more than $50.00 then you must have some money I think will make some money tomorrow if I do I will send you some at once. I failed on the plan I told you I have to make some money don’t be discouraged darling we will get along some way let us hope for the best it will rain there after while and then the country will come out allright I want to see you and the children the worst kind why don’t Pon and Ida write to me. I am still here at Mr. Minssels and am writing on the same table and by the same light that we played dominos, but I am so lonesome and
blue I wish I had not let you leave me but I guess it was best you went I feel alful pretty tonite because I shaved my moustache off every body says I am so handsome clean shaven don’t you wish you could see me.” Garrett’s writing a shade light, but still completely legible, tape remnants to two corners of first and last page, and some light spotting to bottoms of interior pages, otherwise fine condition. After his less–than–admirable killing of Billy the Kid turned much of the public away from him, Garrett moved his family from New Mexico to Uvalde, Texas to escape his tainted reputation and start fresh. He left law enforcement behind and focused his attention on developing new irrigation projects and raising the fastest horses in the west. Though incredibly successful at the latter, Garrett had a hard time finding real competition among the local ranchers; unable to make enough money racing against the occasional out-of-towner, he travelled with his best horses in search of solid bets. This letter, written from New Orleans in March of 1894, was likely written while preparing for the first annual Crescent City Derby—later renamed the Louisiana Derby—which continues to take place every year in late March. A deeply personal letter underscoring the financial struggles that the legendary lawman faced, and his passion for horses that he hoped could sustain his growing family. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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BEAUTIFULLY CRISP INK SIGNATURE OF THE LEGENDARY LAKOTA SIOUX LEADER, held as a prisoner of war at Fort Randall for nearly two years 2008. Sitting Bull. Extremely rare ink signature, “Sitting Bull,” on the reverse of a light brown 4.5 x 2.5 Randall House hotel promotional card. Above the signature is a three-line dated pencil notation in an unknown hand which has mostly faded, and reads, in part, “Autograph of the famous Indian Chief / …to Mr. C.J. Andrews–and by him / presented to…June 1883.” Printed on the front of the card, the information reads, “This Hotel, which is located at Fort Randall, Dakota, has been built by the Post Trader, for the accommodation of all who visit the most pleasant MILITARY POST on the FRONTIER. Although in the INDIAN COUNTRY, this Post is strongly garrisoned and safe from danger. Tourists and others will find it a pleasant place to visit.” In fine condition, with some minor chipping and age wear to card and a crease to top edge, well away from the crisp and bold signature. Following the defeat of Custer at Little Bighorn, the US government assigned thousands more soldiers to the area in pursuit of the Lakota. Refusing to surrender, Sitting Bull led his band across the border into Saskatchewan, where they remained for the next four years. Struggling to feed his people with the smaller buffalo herds, and troubled by the tension that his presence caused between the Canadian and US governments, he finally returned to Fort Buford (in present-day North Dakota) and surrendered his family and followers on July 19, 1881. From there they were transferred to Fort Randall (South Dakota), where they were held as prisoners of war. It was during his twenty months there that Sitting Bull penned this exceptionally bold signature, magnificent not only in its attractiveness, but also in its important date in the legendary Lakota Sioux leader’s life. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
2009. Elizabeth Custer. Wife and biographer (1842–1933) of ill-fated General George Armstrong Custer. ALS signed “Elizabeth B. Custer,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 6.5, July 3. Letter to Robert Davis. In full: “It is so very kind of you to offer to send my husband’s book—(in case it can be found). I was very careless in not putting my copy away when I rent my apartment & go South winters—But with such a lesson as this I will try and not leave any book out of print next autumn.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal mailing fold passing through signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2010. Frederic Remington. American artist (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 sheet folded to a size of 3.75 x 2.5. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2011. Two Guns White Calf. Blackfoot chief (1872– 1934) best known for the durable though still-controversial claim that he served as one of models for sculptor James Earle Fraser in creating the composite Native American portrait on the ‘Buffalo’ nickel.Unsigned vintage printed 7.5 x 9.5 cardstock portrait of Two Guns White Calf in full Native American dress affixed to a 10.5 x 13.5 mount bearing pre-printed signatures. Framed to an overall size of 12 x 15. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2012. Richard Gatling. Inventor of the eponymous machine gun which has been estimated to have killed over 250,000 men since 1862. Fantastic ink signature, “Yours truly, R. J. Gatling, Washington, D. C., Feb’y 4th, 1899,” on a 3.5 x 3 card. Attractively double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 14.5 x 27. In fine condition, with small spot of soiling to left edge slightly affecting a single letter of location. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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AN OPTIMISTIC PREDICTION TO PAWNEE BILL: “New England was never big for me. But wait till we start west. I predict a big season”
2013. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. ALS signed “Col.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, illustrated Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show letterhead, Portsmouth, May 29, [1911]. Letter to G. W. Lillie, otherwise known as ‘Pawnee Bill.’ In part: “We had two bad towns last week. Fitchburg & Newburyport. No one ever done business in either. The week hurt us at least $2000 in Lowell—sent your bank 5100 today to take up one of my notes…We are all OK here—now. And barring accident we will be OK. New England was never big for me. But wait till we start west. I predict a big season.” Nicely archivally triple-matted and framed with a portrait of Cody to an overall size of 25.5 x 18.25. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a subtle spot of toning to the left border. Written during the declining days of the incredibly successful empire built by Cody and his partner Lillie in 1908, but unproductive outside investments drained Cody of resources. Cody’s downward spiral continued, forcing him to finally close the show and sell his ranch near North Platte, Nebraska. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
JOINING THE SELLS-FLOTO CIRCUS TO AVOID FINANCIAL CATASTROPHE 2014. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. DS, signed “W. F. Cody,” two pages, 7.5 x 11.5, January 28, 1913. Agreement between Cody, Frederick Bonfils, and Harry Tammen to create a new show and share the profits evenly. In part: “The parties of the first part, as individuals and owners of The Denver Post and the Denver Weekly Post, are expending time and money in promoting an entertainment of national public interest…and the party of the second part is devoting time and money to the success of said enterprise…it is hereby mutually agreed that the parties to this agreement shall have such an enterprise in view…‘The Last Grand Council of the North American Indian’ and the pageant and pageants given in Denver in 1915 in connection with the Panama Pacific Exposition at San Francisco, the net profits from year to year are to be divided equally, one half to the parties of the first part and one half to the party of the second part…a company may be organized, and if mutually agreed, shares of stock to be sold to other than the parties herein.” Signed at the conclusion by Cody, Bonfils, and Tammen. Beautifully leather- and suede-matted and framed by the Gallery of History, with a portrait of Cody, a name plaque, and an informational plaque, to an overall size of 45 x 23. In fine condition, with Cody’s signature fairly light, but still completely legible. In dire financial need, Cody was forced to continue his career despite his plans to retire. Bonfils and Tammen had purchased the Sells-Floto Circus and sought to expand it with Cody. Unfortunately, Cody’s indebtedness continued through this production, requiring him to remain performing until his death. It was contracts like these that caused the split later in 1913 with his longtime partner Gordon W. ‘Pawnee Bill’ Lillie. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2015. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Fantastic vintage glossy 6.5 x 4.25 gelatin silver photo of Cody on horseback firing his rifle at a herd of bison, bearing a Burke and Koretke photographer’s stamp to reverse. In fine condition. An extremely sharp and detailed image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2018. Stanley L. Wood. Illustrator known for his action scenes featuring horses, often used in boys’ adventure stories (1866–1928). Color vintage 6.75 x 7.75 magazine photo of Wood’s illustration of a dramatic western scene, signed in black ink. Affixed to a slightly larger off-white sheet. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2016. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Original Buffalo Bill Stories magazine from September 28, 1907, 8 x 11, 32 pages, featuring a colorful cover showing a crowd of Native Americans taking a captive. In very good condition, overall toning and light foxing, and tape affixed to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2019. Western Gunslingers. Two original tintypes, both approximately 2.5 x 3.5, one showing a group of four men playing cards and drinking around a small table; the other showing six men posing together, a couple of them smoking cigars, and one man playfully pointing his revolver at the man next to him. In fine condition, with one missing corner tip. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2017. Charles Schreyvogel. Painter (1861–1912) widely known for his art of the western frontier. Ink signature, “Yours very truly, Charles Schreyvogel,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.25 slip clipped from the closing of a letter. In fine condition, with a vertical fold through a single letter of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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2020. Clint Peoples’ Engraved Smith and Wesson .44 Special Hand Ejector Double Action Revolvers. A pair of silver-plated and engraved Smith and Wesson .44 Special Hand Ejector Double-Action revolvers with mother-of-pearl grips, carried by famed Texas Ranger Clint Peoples. Peoples was born in Bridgeport, Texas, in 1910 and wanted to become a Texas ranger from an early age. His law enforcement career began in 1930 as a deputy sheriff for Montgomery County, Texas, after which he was appointed as a special Texas ranger. He then held positions as a chief deputy constable, chief deputy sheriff, and a Texas highway patrolman, before being appointed as a Texas ranger private on November 30, 1946. Later he served as captain of Headquarters Company from 1953 to 1957, and captain of Company F from 1957 to 1967. He became senior ranger captain in 1969 until his retirement in 1973. That same year he was appointed the US Marshal for the Northern District of Texas by President Richard Nixon. A hardcover book by James M. Day titled Captain Clint Peoples: Texas Ranger, Fifty Years a Lawman is included with these revolvers. The book covers Clint’s early life and details his many encounters with miscreants, hardcases, and other Texas notables. The book is signed and inscribed by Peoples to the mother of the consignor. Also accompanied by two identical original signed affidavits signed by Clint Peoples’s wife Donna Peoples attesting to each gun’s authenticity, an original laminated May 9, 1972 letter from Smith & Wesson to Clint Peoples referring to these exact guns and referencing them by serial number, and an original September 11, 1973 letter written to Raymond Brown presenting him with the here-offered pair of guns and signed by Clint Peoples. The revolvers are engraved similarly and at first glance appear to be identical. They both have full engraving coverage in a well-done leafy scroll with each having small vignettes of a running buffalo, a
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stag in a woodland, and oddly, a stone bridge over a waterway. Both are engraved on the backstraps in script with “Clint Peoples,” over “Senior Ranger Captain,” in block lettering. Both revolvers have 4˝ barrels with shrouded ejector rods. Revolver serial #12975✩, has the third locking system referred to as Triple Lock Smith and Wesson. It has service style mother-ofpearl grips with a carved bull head on the right side. This revolver served as the inspiration for engraving on the second revolver, serial #32586. This revolver’s engraving differs only in that a Texas ranger badge is engraved on the side plate instead of the Smith and Wesson monogram. The mother-of-pearl grips on this one are not carved. This revolver is signed under the grips by deceased Master Engraver Frank Hendricks, who became the first president of the Firearms Engravers Guild of America. This revolver has an unnumbered barrel, otherwise both revolvers have matching numbers on the metal parts. Both revolvers function well with the bores having very good rifling and minor fine pitting. The silver-plating has tarnished to an attractive blue/black with areas of light wear showing bright silver. The plain mother-of-pearl grips have a tiny chip at the heel in the left side and the carved grips have a tiny chip at the same spot with a hairline crack at the butt. Although guns like these served many Western lawmen for serious social work with the criminal element, they were also popular accessories for rangers to wear to social events like barbecues where they tried to impress their friends and neighbors. Clint Peoples died in an automobile accident on June 22, 1992. These transfer as modern firearms. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
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2021. Colt Bisley Single-Action Army Revolver. #288744, cal. .32-20, 4.75˝ barrel, good rifling with light corrosion. The serial numbers match. The metal has a mottled dark gray patina with clear factory markings. The factory checkered hard rubber grips are in fine condition with three initials lightly scratched on the butt. The mechanism functions although the first two hammer notches are worn and the cylinder lock-up a little loose. Made in 1907. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2023. Colt Single-Action Army Revolver. #63888, cal. .45 Colt, 5.25˝ barrel with a very fine bore. The barrel has been shortened .25˝ and the front sight is a replacement. The metal retains 90% of a nickel-plated refinish with most of the loss on the cylinder, the factory markings are clear with the exception of the end of the barrel address and part of the serial number on the trigger guard. The serial numbers match on the frame and gripstraps with no numbers visible on the barrel or cylinder. The safety and half-cock notches are worn, otherwise the mechanism functions well and the cylinder locks up tightly. The two-piece mother-of-pearl grips are not original but fit well and are in excellent condition. Made in 1881. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2022. Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolver. #24577, cal. .41 Colt, 3.5˝ barrel, good bore. This is the variant made without an ejector rod. The frame and triggerguard have matching numbers, the backstrap has no visible number. The metal has a dark patina with legible patent markings and worn barrel address, several scratches on the cylinder from a vice jaw. The checkered hard rubber grips are replicas in very good condition. The single action mechanism works well, the double action sometimes doesn’t index the cylinder. Made in 1880. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2024. Colt Single-Action Army Revolver. #163601, cal. .45 Colt, 4.75˝ barrel with worn rifling. The numbers match on the frame and gripstraps with no numbers on the barrel and cylinder. The metal retains about all of a plated refinish with nickel on the frame and barrel, and gold on the gripstraps, cylinder, hammer, ejector rod and housing. Most of the factory markings are legible and there is some minor pitting under the finish. The two-piece brown horn grips are in good condition and have several small mother of pearl inlays in the right grip. The mechanism functions well and the cylinder locks up tightly on this showy old Colt made in 1896. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2025. Colt Single-Action Army Revolver. #277888, cal. .45 Colt, 4.75˝ barrel, the bore with some leading that should clean to very good. The metal has been refinished in nickel-plating with gold-plating on the cylinder, hammer, ejector rod and housing, trigger and hammer. The barrel address and patent markings are not visible. The trigger guard number is weak but matching and the backstrap has no visible number. About all of the plating remains with minor fine pitting under the finish of the frame. The mechanism works well and the cylinder locks up tightly. The two-piece grips are elk horn and are in excellent condition. This Colt was made in 1906 and looks great with these grips.
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2027. Colt Single-Action Army Revolver Marked ‘Texas Prison’. #187627, caliber .45 Colt, the 4.75˝ barrel with strong rifling should clean to good plus, its front sight slightly altered. The gripstraps are both numbered 157431. The right side of the frame is period engraved in block lettering “Texas Prison.” All of the metal has a dark patina with clear factory markings and minor pinprick pitting. The factory hard rubber grips are worn smooth and rate good. The mechanism works well but the cylinder lock-up is a little loose. Made in 1899. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2026. Factory Engraved Merwin, Hulbert and Co. Large Frame Open Top Single Action Revolver with Pearl Grips. #11472, cal. 44 centerfire, 7˝ barrel, the bore with good rifling, a shallow ring and some light corrosion. The metal has matching assembly numbers, the grips fit well and are not numbered. The cylinder has the early scoop type flutes and the butt has a lanyard ring. The engraving is the typical punch dot and cut leaf pattern style with a large Mexican eagle with snake on the left side. About 15% of the original nickel plating remains with the balance either cleaned to bright or left having a dark gray patina. Most of the barrel lettering is legible and the engraving rates very good condition. The grips show small chips at the butt and have very nice color. The mechanism works well but the cylinder stop engagement is not very positive. This is a great looking Old West Six Shooter with a more advanced design than the Colt Single-Action Army. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2028. Early Colt Single-Action Army Revolver. #28825, cal. .45 Colt, 7.5˝ barrel with a dark bore and worn rifling. The front sight slightly altered, the barrel has the early italic marking for factory address. The serial numbers match on the frame and gripstraps, the last two digits are visible on the barrel, and the cylinder number is illegible. The revolver retains all of a good-looking nickel-plated refinish with a clear two-line patent marking on the frame and a partially legible barrel address. The cylinder and ejector housing have some light pitting under the finish. The one-piece walnut grip is in good condition and shows moderate wear. The mechanism functions well. This old Colt S.A.A. was made in 1876, the same year as the Custer Massacre. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2029. Early ‘Colt Frontier Six Shooter’ Single-Action Revolver. #45997, cal. .44-40. The factory barrel is slightly short at 7 3/8˝ (1/8˝ shorter than the original factory length of 7.5˝ due to filing off dings at the muzzle). The surface of the barrel was cleaned long ago and the barrel has an even plum patina with a legible factory address and no trace of the etched barrel panel remaining. The serial numbers match on the frame, gripstraps, barrel, and cylinder—the last two parts have only the last digit of the serial number remaining and are definitely original to the gun. The barrel has a dark bore with worn rifling. The cylinder revolves properly, the hammer safety notch is worn and the trigger spring is broken. One backstrap screw is missing. The ejector housing is a later replacement and retains factory blue on the protected areas, the ejector rod head is the later crescent style and is gunsmith made. The frame patent markings are mostly legible and the surfaces have a mixed dark gray patina, as do the gripstraps, cylinder, and hammer. The ‘one-piece’ walnut grip is a non-factory replacement that fits well and is in fine condition with an inlaid sterling silver Texas Ranger-style badge in the right side. This is a good example of the ‘Frontier Six Shooter’ popular in the Old West. Included is a Colt factory letter indicating this was shipped to Schuyler, Hartley, & Graham in New York City on June 15, 1878. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2030. Factory Engraved Hopkins and Allen ‘Czar’ Pocket Revolver. #2549, cal. .22 rimfire, 3 7/16˝ octagonal barrel, the bore has light corrosion. This single-action spur trigger revolver retains over 80% factory nickel plating with all of the lettering in excellent condition and most of the engraving in fine condition. The checkered hard rubber grips are in fine condition and have the molded initials “T & R” at the top. The mechanism works well. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2031. Colt Single-Action Army Revolver. ‘US’ Marked Colt Single Action Army revolver made in 1874. #13721, cal. .45 Colt, 7.5˝ barrel with the correct early italic-style lettering and a very good bore. The barrel is numbered 8622 under the later style ejector rod housing with a crescent-shaped head on the ejector rod. The frame, triggerguard, and backstrap have matching numbers “13721,” with the cylinder correctly having only the last four digits “3721.” The one-piece walnut grip shows moderate wear and has no trace of a military inspector’s cartouche. The frame has a two line patent marking and “U. S.” on the left side, while the triggerguard and backstrap have no military inspector’s initials. The enclosed copy of a factory letter indicates an October 7, 1874, shipping date to Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham—one of Colt’s largest distributors for the western trade. A special notation in this letter states that this is a “Gov’t Sales” gun, meaning that this gun was an overrun on a government contract and sent to the commercial market. The finish was changed by Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham to nickel plating so that retail customers would not be suspected of having a stolen “US” marked revolver. About 5% of this nickel plating remains. All of the factory lettering is in very good condition. The bottom of the backstrap shows scratches where a name was removed and the screw hole in the ejector rod housing is slightly marred. The revolver is in good working order with no worn hammer notches. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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2032. Factory Engraved Smith and Wesson ‘Baby Russian’ Revolver. Factory Engraved Smith and Wesson ‘Baby Russian’ Single-Action First Model revolver with pearl grips, #18011, cal .38 Smith and Wesson, 4˝ barrel. The bore has strong rifling and a few small patches of light corrosion that should clean. All the parts have matching serial numbers with the grips having a matching partial number penciled on. The revolver has almost complete coverage in factory-quality scroll engraving and retains about 99% of a very nice refinish in nickel-plating; all lettering is in excellent condition. The mother of pearl grips have great color and are in very nice condition with no chips and one line scratch. The mechanism works perfectly and the cylinder locks up tightly.
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2034. Manhattan ‘Navy Type’ Percussion Revolver. Manhattan ‘Navy Type’ Percussion Revolver, #3233, .36 cal, 4˝ barrel, dark bore with good rifling. All numbers on the metal match, including the wedge. This has the six-shot cylinder. The iron has a light gray patina with about 50% of the cylinder scene remaining and a clear barrel address. The brass gripstraps have a dark bronze color with the one-piece walnut grip showing only light wear. The wedge screw is a replacement and the mechanism work well. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2033. Merwin, Hulbert and Co. Large Frame Single-Action Revolver with Topstrap and Bird’s-Head Butt with Ivory Grips. #5476, cal. .44-40 W.C.F., 7˝ barrel, the bore with strong rifling and patches of corrosion that may clean. The metal has matching assembly numbers, the ivory grips are numbered to each other and are believed to be original. The metal has a gray patina with only traces of the original nickel-plating. The barrel and cylinder have quite a bit of fine to light pitting. Most of its factory markings are legible and the grips rate very good with attractive age toning. The mechanism works, however the cylinder stop is worn. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2035. Merwin, Hulbert and Co. Small Frame Double-Action Revolver. #29343, cal. 32 centerfire, 3.5˝ barrel, fine bore. This revolver has a folding hammer spur and factory checkered hard rubber grips. The metal parts have matching numbers in a combination of assembly and serial numbers. The metal retains 99% of a good looking nickel-plated refinish with most of the factory lettering clear. The grips are in very good to fine condition with the right grip showing light wear. The mechanism works well and the cylinder locks up tightly. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2036. Merwin, Hulbert and Co. Large Frame Double-Action Revolver with Bird’s-Head Butt. #6163, cal. 44/40 W.C.F., 3.25˝ barrel, the bore with worn rifling and light pitting. The metal has matching assembly numbers and the walnut grips are well made replacements in fine condition. The gun has non-factory Mexican style line and punch dot engraving with the sideplate marked “VIVA.” Most of the metal has a smooth dark gray patina with traces of original nickel-plating. Most of the factory markings are legible with the “Pocket Army” on right side showing wear. The single action mechanism won’t stay cocked, the double-action works but the cylinder stop is worn. A leather strip is affixed to the butt. One may wonder how many times this revolver crossed the Mexican border. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2037. Merwin, Hulbert and Company Medium Frame Double-Action Revolver. Merwin, Hulbert and Company Medium Frame Double-Action Revolver with extra factory barrel and the original box. #8452, cal. .38 centerfire. The fiveshot cylinder and both barrels have matching numbers. One is 2.75˝ and the other is 5.5˝, both bores have good to very good rifling with some fine corrosion. This variation has the folding hammer spur marked “Pat’d/Jan. 27, 85.” The revolver with the longer barrel installed retains over 90% original nickel-plating with most of the loss in several of the cylinder flutes and several small areas of fine corrosion along the left side of the barrel rib. The shorter barrel retains 98% original nickel- plating. All factory lettering is in excellent condition. The blued trigger guard shows light wear on the sides, the checkered hard rubber birds-head grips have a hairline crack on the top left side and are otherwise in excellent condition. The original dark brown cloth-covered pasteboard box has illustrated instructions printed inside the lid. The box has a pencilled partial serial number remaining on the bottom. The box is worn and has old cellotape repairs, however the cloth cover and printed instructions are intact and a skilled ‘boxman’ would make this somewhat tender box much more serviceable. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
2038. Remington Model 1875 Single-Action Army Revolver with Carved Ivory Grips. #9019, the caliber is not marked but is believed to be .44-40 W.C.F. (have your gunsmith verify), 5.5˝ barrel, fair bore. The metal retains about 10% original nickel-plating with the balance having a smooth dark gray patina, the barrel address is clear except that a tarnished sterling lozenge is inlaid at the front of the address. This inlay has a monogram that has not been deciphered, possibly a cattle brand, and has the stamped numerals “83” in front of it. The ivory grips have a carved steer head on the right side, are pencil numbered to the gun, have slightly shrunk and have a burnt umber patina. The butt has a lanyard swivel. The first two hammer notches are worn and the cylinder doesn’t fully index with the hammer. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2039. Remington Model 1875 Single-Action Army Revolver with Ivory Grips. #779, cal. 44-40 W.C.F., 7.25˝ barrel (this was shortened .25˝ to clean up the muzzle), the bore is very good. The metal retains 99% of a good looking nickel-plated refinish with the factory markings in excellent condition. The ivory grips are old but not original to the gun, they are in fine condition and show attractive age toning—they need a slightly longer grip screw. The hammer safety notch has light wear, otherwise the mechanical function is fine.
2041. Smith and Wesson Model No. 1 1/2 Second Issue Single-Action Revolver. #837, cal. .32 rimfire, 3.5˝ barrel, the bore has strong rifling and should clean to very good. The assembly numbers don’t match but the parts fit well and seem to have been together for years. The metal retains about 95% of an old nickelplated refinish with the factory barrel address in excellent condition. The rosewood grips have small blemishes, the mechanism works well. This revolver was manufactured prior to 1876.
This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2040. Remington Model 1890 Single-Action Revolver with Ivory Grips. #20536, cal. 44-40 W.C.F., 5.75˝ barrel, the bore with worn rifling and light corrosion. Over 80% original nickel-plating remains with clear factory markings. The ivory grips show wear and age, they have great color and the right one has punch dot initials believed to be “UPT.” The mechanism works well. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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2042. Smith and Wesson Model No. 2 Old Army Revolver. #65268, cal. .32 rimfire, 6˝ octagonal barrel, the bore has strong rifling with patches of light corrosion, should clean to very good. The frame and cylinder have matching assembly numbers “33,” the assembly number on the barrel is “22” and it fits perfectly. The rosewood grips fit very well and are stamped inside with “65766.” The revolver retains about 95% nickel-plating with most of the loss on the cylinder, the barrel address is weak at the very last few letters and it is believed that the barrel alone has been refinished. The grips have been refinished and show moderate wear. The mechanism works well and the cylinder locks up tightly with no play at the barrel and frame. This is a very good looking example of a No. 2 S & W. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2043. Smith and Wesson Model No. 2 Old Army Revolver. #44687, cal. .32 rimfire, 4˝ barrel with strong rifling and a few patches of light corrosion that may clean. It is likely that the barrel has been altered to this length and the front sight is a small bead. All the assembly numbers match and the checkered rosewood grips have a matching stamped serial number. The metal retains 98% of a good looking nickel-plated refinish with the factory markings in fine plus condition. The mechanism works well with minor cylinder play and a tight barrel and frame fit. The grips have been refinished and show only light wear on the checkering with a tiny chop at the left side top. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2044. ‘US’ Artillery Colt Single-Action Revolver. #8111, cal. .45 Colt, the 5.5˝ barrel has a good bore with minor corrosion. This revolver was built in 1874 for the US Cavalry and rebuilt for the US Army circa 1900. As is common on these the parts do not have matching numbers. The barrel has no number but does have the “R. A. C.” military inspector’s stamp applied to these rebuilt revolvers with new replacement barrels. The trigger guard has no number but does have a single “K” military inspector’s stamp. The backstrap is numbered 37135 with no inspector’s stamp visible, the one-piece walnut grip is stamped “R. A. C.” on the butt. The cylinder has no visible number and is marked “R. A. C.” on the rear. The barrel address, patent markings and “U. S.” on the frame are in excellent condition. The metal retains over 85% finish with strong case colors on the frame and hammer. The grip is in fine condition with two small chips at the toe on the right side. The half-cock notch on the hammer is worn, otherwise the mechanism functions well and the cylinder locks up tightly. This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Remington Double Derringers—a favorite hideout gun of old western lawmen, outlaws, gamblers, and later during World War II, OSS spies
2045. Cased and Engraved Gold- Plated Remington Double Derringer with Mother-of-Pearl Grips. #761, cal. .41 rimfire, 3˝ barrels, the bores with very good rifling and some light corrosion. The pistol has an old repair to the hinge. It has very well done full coverage engraving in a factory style leafy scroll with punch dot shading that neatly obscures the hinge repair. The gold-plated finish shows only light wear and makes this look very attractive. The barrel address is in excellent condition, as are the very colorful motherof-pearl grips. The hammer notches are worn, and the hammer will not stay at full cock. The numbers on the metal are matching. The derringer comes in a custom-made black leather pipe style case lined in red velvet with “Remington” in gold letters on the top. The case shows light age and is in fine condition.
2047. Remington Double Derringer. #482, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” The hinge has been professionally repaired. 3˝ barrels, the bores with worn rifling and light pitting. The metal retains about all of an old reblue over some pinprick pitting; the factory lettering is good. The original checkered hard rubber grips show much wear with a small sliver missing from the rear of the left grip. The first hammer notch is worn, and the metal has matching numbers. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2046. Factory Engraved Colt First Model Derringer. #2520, cal. .41 rimfire, 2.5˝ barrel, the bore with patches of light corrosion and fair condition rifling. This all steel pistol has checkered panels on the grip and factory scroll engraving on each side of the frame. The pistol retains all of a nickel-plated refinish with all of the factory markings and engraving in excellent condition. The mechanism works well. This is a classic Old West ‘hideout gun.’
2048. Remington Double Derringer. #824, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” The hinge has a brazed repair on one side. 3˝ barrels, dark bores with scattered pitting. All of the metal has a gray patina. The barrel address is very good, and the original checkered hard rubber grips show moderate wear. The first hammer notch is worn, and the metal has matching numbers.
This is an antique pistol and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2049. Remington Double Derringer. #651, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels with strong rifling and small patches of light corrosion. The hinge is good. The metal retains strong traces of original blue on protected areas with a gray patina on the rest; the barrel address is in excellent condition. The original checkered hard rubber grips are in excellent condition. This has matching numbers, and the mechanism works well.
2051. Remington Double Derringer. #531, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels, the bores with worn rifling and fine to light pitting. The hinge has been repaired and the contour slightly altered. The metal retains about 85% original nickel-plating with the barrel address in fine condition. The checkered hard rubber grips show heavy wear with the top of the left grip showing a crude repair. This has matching numbers, and the mechanism works well.
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2050. Remington Double Derringer. #752, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” The hinge has been professionally repaired. 3˝ barrels, the bores with worn rifling and scattered pitting. 20% original nickel-plating remains with the balance a gray patina and some even pinprick pitting. The barrel address is in fine condition. The checkered hard rubber grips show light wear and are scratched on the inside, “This gun belongs to Samuel Cade.” The grip screw is a brass replacement. This metal has matching numbers, and the mechanism works well.
2052. Remington Double Derringer. #240, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” The hinge is good. 3˝ barrels with very good bores. The barrels show fine scratches from an old abrasive cleaning; most of the metal is a steel gray with the barrel address in fine condition. The checkered hard rubber grips have been worn nearly smooth, but look very attractive. This has matching numbers, and the mechanism works well.
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2053. Remington Double Derringer. #501, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels, the bores with worn rifling and even light pitting. The hinge has an old repair and still shows a partial hairline crack on one side. The metal retains about 50% original nickel-plating (almost all on the right side), the left side with an almost black patina and even pinprick pitting on the frame. The barrel address is in fine condition. The checkered hard rubber grips show moderate wear. This has matching numbers, and the mechanism works well.
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2055. Remington Double Derringer. #20, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels, dark bores with faint rifling. The hinge is good. Over 90% original nickel with excellent lettering, and fine condition checkered hard rubber grips. This has matching number, and the mechanism works well. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2054. Remington Double Derringer. #24, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels, fair bores with light rifling. One side of the hinge is cracked. About 90% of a nickel-plated refinish remains with the imitation aged ivory grips having a small repaired chip. A cracked hinge is not uncommon on these, and there are gunsmiths who specialize in this repair. This has matching numbers and the mechanism works well.
2056. Remington Double Derringer. #492, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels, the bores with very good rifling and some light corrosion in the bottom bore. The hinge has a professional repair. The metal retains all of a very good looking nickel-plated refinish with blued small parts; the barrel address is in excellent condition. The checkered hard rubber grips are in excellent condition. This has matching numbers, and the mechanism works well.
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2057. Remington Double Derringer. #773, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a type II pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels with excellent bores. The hinge is good. About 40% of the factory blue remains with the balance a gray patina, only minor faint pitting on the left side. The barrel address is in excellent condition. The checkered hard rubber grips are in excellent condition. This has matching numbers, and the mechanism works well. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2059. Remington-Elliot Pepperbox Derringer. #8065, cal. .32 rimfire. The 3 3/8˝ four-shot barrel cluster with strong rifling has bores that should clean to very good or better. The metal retains traces of blue on protected areas with the balance a clean steel gray with no pitting. All of the factory markings are in excellent condition. The brown hard rubber grips have a few small chips missing on the bottom of the left grip, otherwise they are in fine condition. This is a double-action pistol with a ring trigger; the cocking mechanism doesn’t function. This is an antique pistol and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2058. Remington Double Derringer. #L96358, cal. .41 rimfire. This is a Type III pistol with the one line barrel address “Remington Arms—U. M. C. Co. Ilion, N. Y.” 3˝ barrels, excellent bores. The hinge has been repaired. The pistol was blued and now most of the metal has a dark gray patina with the barrel address in fine condition. The checkered hard rubber grips show light wear, and the mechanism works well.
2060. Xl Derringer Pistol. #1265, cal. .41 rimfire, 2 9/16˝ octagon barrel with a fair bore having some light pitting. The metal retains about 10% original nickel-plating with the balance having a dark patina and fine condition factory markings. The rosewood grips have a well done repair to the right side and rate good. This gun made by Hopkins and Allen of Norwich, Connecticut, and has an 1870 patent date.
This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
This is an antique pistol and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2061. New Arms Copy of a Sharps Four-Shot Pepperbox Pistol. #582535, cal. .22 rimfire, 2 7/16˝ four-shot barrel with excellent bores. This quality copy was made in Italy by A. Uberti and Co. The barrels retain 98% blue, the brass frame has a nice patina making this look like an old original. The dark brown plastic grips have molded raised floral scrolls. The mechanism functions properly and this pistol is in excellent condition. This is an antique pistol and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2063. Remington Vest Pocket Pistol. #7394, cal. .22 rimfire, 3.25˝ barrel with a poor bore. This was a novel design with the hammer acting as a breech block. The trigger pin is an old replacement. All of the metal is gray with some dark age spotting, the factory markings are very good. The rosewood grips are in good condition, the mechanism works well. This is an antique pistol and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2062. Model 1879 U. S. ‘Trapdoor’ Carbine. #220186, cal. .45-70, 22˝ barrel, the bore with good rifling and scattered light corrosion should clean to very good or better. The lockplate is marked with an eagle and “U.S./Springfield,” the low arch breechblock is correctly marked “U.S./Model/1873,” there are no legible proofmarks on the barrel and the buckhorn rear sight is correctly marked with a “C.” Most of the barrel has a plum patina, the breechblock has some light case colors on the underside, and the lockplate and trigger guard have traces of blue mixing with patina. The stock has some added oil and shows only minor small handling marks and very little wear, however the inspector’s cartouche is light and the date is difficult to read. The trigger guard was made from a rifle trigger guard and the barrel band is the later 1884 style for a Buffington rear sight. This is an antique rifle and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2064. Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine. #287500B, cal. .44-40 Winchester Center Fire, made in 1899. 20˝ round barrel, the bore with generally good rifling and scattered patches of pitting. The barrel has factory sights with the rear being the folding ladder style sight. Most of the metal is smooth with a dark patina and traces of blue; the factory markings are in very good condition. The walnut stocks show fancier grain than normally seen and have a straight grip and a steel carbine buttplate with a trap for a cleaning rod. The stocks have not been overly sanded and retain most of an old refinish with a few small bruises on the forend. The mechanism is a little sticky but a good cleaning should help. The dust cover and saddle ring are present. This is an antique rifle and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2065. Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in .22 Short Rimfire Caliber. #333471 B, made in 1890. 24˝ octagon barrel with a dark bore. The barrel has factory sights with a buckhorn rear. The walnut stocks have a straight grip and a steel crescent buttplate. The original .22 caliber magazine liner is complete and working, however the end cap is a replacement. The barrel has been cleaned long ago; the edges are good; the factory address was refreshed by engraving but is only partially legible; the factory “Kings Improvement” patent stamping is in fine condition. The sideplates were also abrasively cleaned at the same time. These cleaned parts have been recolored so now all the metal has an even smoky gray/blue patina with minor pinprick pitting. The stocks are missing a small chip at the top of the buttplate and otherwise show only minor handling marks on an old refinish. The mechanism works well, and the dust cover is present. These 1873s were the first American repeating rifles made in .22 rimfire. This is an antique rifle and will transfer with no Federal restrictions RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2066. Short Half-Stock American Percussion Fowler with a Josh. Golcher Lock. This is a light gun that is only 42˝ long with a .59 caliber 26˝ long round barrel with an octagonal breech. The barrel has a smooth bore and a steel underrib that holds a steel ramrod. The back action lock is marked “Josh. Golcher/Warranted,” and has a little light engraving. The stock has a brass buttplate and trigger guard, and a small oval brass patchbox. There is a very unusual large nickel silver inlay of an alligator in the cheekpiece—perhaps the original owner was from down south, and this would be a handy size to use in a boat. The wrist has very worn English-style checkering. All of the iron has a dark patina with light pitting on the breech near the nipple. The lock works, and the lettering is very good. The stock has some filler behind the top tang and under the nipple with a grain crack at the lock screw. The wood retains most of an old refinish. This is a good looking little gun. This is an antique shotgun and will transfer with no Federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2067. Indian Peace Medal: Martin Van Buren. Choice original copper Indian Peace Medal featuring a bust portrait of Van Buren on the front and clasped hands on the reverse, 3˝ diameter, by Moritz Furst and John Reich. Struck from the original mint dies using the second reverse die, which began service in 1846. In fine uncirculated condition, with slight spotting to lower portion of reverse. A scarce example of the largest size of this medal. Accompanied by eight reproduction medals presented on beaded necklaces. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2068. Indian Peace Medal: John Tyler. Uncommon copper museum electrotype of an 1841 Indian Peace Medal featuring a bust portrait of Tyler on the front and clasped hands on the reverse, 3˝ diamater, privately struck using an original Tyler Peace Medal. Also includes two early 20th century engraved examples replicating 1789 George Washington and 1803 William Henry Harrison Indian Peace Medals, measuring 3.25 x 4 and 2.75 x 3.5 respectively, each presented on beaded necklaces. Tyler medal is uncirculated with some slight spotting to front, and early replicas are tarnished at edges, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by one modern reproduction medal. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2070. Indian Peace Medal: James Madison. Choice original copper Indian Peace Medal featuring a bust portrait of Madison on the front and clasped hands on the reverse, 3˝ diameter, struck at the US Mint from the original dies, indicating a striking prior to 1849, as a new reverse die was implemented in that year. In fine uncirculated condition. A scarce and extremely desirable example of the largest size of this medal. Accompanied by two reproduction medals presented on beaded necklaces. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2069. Indian Peace Medal: James K Polk. Early copper restrike of an 1845 Indian Peace Medal featuring a high-relief bust portrait of Polk on the front and clasped hands on the reverse, 3˝ diameter, struck using a new reverse die created circa 1849. Uncirculated with a few noticeable areas of corrosion to the front, otherwise fine condition. A scarce example in its largest size. Accompanied by three reproduction medals presented on beaded necklaces. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2071. Indian Peace Medal: Franklin Pierce. Choice original copper Indian Peace Medal featuring a bust portrait of Pierce on the front and a peaceful meeting scene on the reverse, 3˝ diameter, struck at the US Mint from a new obverse die circa 1870. In fine uncirculated condition. An extremely attractive piece. Accompanied by four reproduction medals presented on beaded necklaces. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2072. Native American: Quartz Discoidal and Ground Artifacts. Polished quartz discoidal and miscellaneous ground artifacts ranging in date from 1,000 to 2,000 years old. Exact provenance is unknown, though they likely originate from the Mississippi River Valley. Quartz discoidal is 3.4 inches in diameter and 1.2 inches thick and grades G-7 due to some modern scuffing from storage. Also included are two ground and polished stone game balls and two net weights or reels ranging from G-7 to G-9. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2073. Native American Artifacts: Projectile Points and Grooved Axes. Collection of 24 items including 22 central Texas projectile points, ranging from 1,000 to 6,000 years old,originally found in Texas’s Bell, Milam, and Erath counties. Projectile point types include Montell, Uvalde, Pedernales, and Marshall, range in length from 0.9 inches to 3.6 inches, and grade from G-6 to G-9. Also included in the lot are two grooved axes ranging from 2,000 to 6,000 years old and likely originating from northern Texas. The smallest ax is three quarter grooved, 4 inches long, and grades an G-8, while the large ax is full grooved, 6.2 inches long, and grades a G-5 due to heavy use wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2074. Native American Artifacts: Knives, Preforms, and Tools. Collection of 16 central Texas knives, preforms, and tools ranging from 5,000 to 7,000 years old, originally found in Texas’s Bell, Milam, and Erath counties. Types include Kerrville Knife and Crescent, range in length from 3.9 inches to 6.1 inches, and grade from G-5 to G-9. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2075. Native American Artifacts: Celts. Group of four celts from central Texas ranging from 2,000 to 6,000 years old. Three are standard ground and polished celts and one is flaked and polished, possibly used as an adze. These pieces were originally found in central and northeastern Texas, range in length from 5 inches to 5.9 inches, and grade from G-6 to G-7. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2076. Native American Artifacts: Mammalian Vertebrae with Embedded Arrowhead. Mammalian neck vertebrae with iron trade arrowhead embedded, bone has been evaluated by a veterinarian and deemed to be from a large quadruped, most likely elk. The embedded arrowhead is a 200 to 400 year old trade item. The exact location of discovery is unknown, but species and arrowhead type suggest Great Plains origin. Bone is 6 inches wide, and arrowhead is approximately 2 inches long. This is very rare item, with few authentic examples known to exist. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 2077. Native American Artifacts: Agricultural Implements. Two agricultural implements ranging in date from 1,000 to 2,000 years old. Exact provenance is unknown, though they likely originate from the Mississippi River Valley. Large hoe grades G-8, measures 9.8 inches long and has nice use of polish on the bit. The small hoe/celt grades G-7 (due to minor modern storage wear to the edge) and measures 8.2 inches long. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2078. Rain-in-the-Face. One of the most feared and respected Native American warriors of the late 19th century. A Hunkpapa Lakota, he was born in about 1835. His name is thought to have come from an incident when, as a young brave, he was fighting with another boy. The fight was fierce and his face became spattered with blood–so badly, it looked like rain on his face, or Itonagaju. He has often been linked to the death of General George Custer at his defeat at the Battle of Little Bighorn in Montana in 1876. There is much argument about who actually killed Custer, known to the Lakota as the Long-Haired Chief. The general’s wife believed that Rain-in-the-Face dealt the death blow and the American poet Longfellow wrote about his deeds in ‘The Revenge of Rain in the Face.’ Exceptional original 6.25 x 9.25 silver print portrait of Rain-in-the-Face, a Winchester rifle in his lap, posing with photographer David F. Barry, housed in its original 9.5 x 14 Barry Studio mat. Image bears a Barry stamp, with two Barry stamps on the mat. Reverse of the mat bears a Barry Studio label. In fine condition, with a clipped image of Barry affixed to mat at a later time. Image originates from Barry’s personal collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Rare hand-colored plate from History of the Indian Tribes of North America 2079. Black Hawk. Leader and warrior of the Sauk American Indian tribe (1767–1838). Original hand-colored lithographed portrait of Black Hawk, 7 x 10, removed from an 1870 edition of Thomas McKenney’s monumental three-volume History of the Indian Tribes of North America. The illustration plates were based on paintings by Charles Bird King. An irregular ripple to the upper border and a pencil notation to the bottom, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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1908 Pocket Automatic taken from Parker’s purse by Deputy Sheriff Oakley and given to a local passerby just minutes after the final ambush 2080. Bonnie Parker. Bonnie Parker’s Colt Model 1908 .25 caliber Pocket Automatic, #50625, cal. .25 A.C.P., 2 1/8˝ barrel, dark bore with faint rifling. The pistol retains almost all of a good looking nickel plated refinish with the only wear a small bare spot on the unmarked floorplate of the magazine and a couple of tiny spots on the front of the slide. The factory slide markings have been polished off but the frame serial number is very legible. The factory checkered black hard rubber grips are in fine condition. The pistol is complete and in operating condition. This transfers as a modern firearm. This pistol comes from the grandson of Jesse Orville Pinkston, Sr., who was a county agricultural agent in Bienville Parish, Louisiana. A notarized letter from his grandson Edwin S. Pinkston (a wellrespected retired college professor who taught at Louisiana Tech University and was named Professor Emeritus upon his retirement in 2004) relates how his grandfather obtained the pistol. In May of 1934 Jesse Orville Pinkston, Sr., was driving from Gibsland in his Ford when he was passed by a similar Ford going in the same direction. Shortly thereafter he came upon the Bonnie and Clyde ambush scene which had just occurred. Although he didn’t witness the ambush, the grandfather said that dust and smoke were still in the air. At this point the grandfather realized that it was Bonnie and Clyde that had passed him on the road. J. O. Pinkston, Sr., knew both Sheriff Henderson Jordan and Deputy Sheriff Prentiss M. Oakley of Bienville Parish, who participated in the ambush. As they were looking at the bodies and the ambush car, one of the officers found
this Colt .25 in Bonnie’s purse. Deputy Sheriff Oakley gave the Colt .25 to Jesse Orville Pinkston, Sr., and said something like ‘We were so trigger happy before the shootout, if Bonnie and Clyde hadn’t passed you, that when we saw your Ford we might have shot you; how would you like a souvenir of the day you almost got killed?’ The grandson relates that his grandfather died six months later and the family kept the gun in a sock drawer until 1950 when upon the advice of a local gun ‘expert’ they had it nickel plated. An interesting observation that Professor Pinkston remembers his grandfather commenting was ‘that some of the officers were crying, because as one explained, men simply didn’t shoot a woman in cold blood, especially since they were not given a chance to surrender.’ Also included is a notarized statement from Charles E. Amman who has lived in Monroe, Louisiana, for 87 years. He states that his fatherin-law was Earnest Thomas Oakley, the brother of Deputy Prentiss Morel Oakley. Earnest said that Prentiss remembered that ambush very well and that he had many nightmares about it. Prentiss also told him about a man driving up minutes after the ambush in a car identical to the one Bonnie and Clyde were driving. Prentiss said he told the man if he had driven by the spot a few minutes earlier he might have been shot and killed. In addition a notarized statement from Charles E. Amman’s daughter Katherine Amman Vellard is included. She states that Prentiss Oakley was her great uncle and that she is a lifelong friend of Professor Pinkston and believes him to be a man of the utmost honor, character, and integrity. A small photo of county agent Jesse O Pinkston, Sr. is also included. RR Auction COA.…(MB $2,500)
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REMARKABLE ARCHIVE OF ITEMS RECOVERED FROM THE NOVEMBER 1933 ‘SOWERS RAID’ FROM THE DEPUTY WHO COLLECTED THEM: “Here are the pistols and some other items from the Barrow’s Gang” 2081. Bonnie and Clyde Sowers Raid Archive. Amazing archive of relics and photos related to the ‘Sowers Raid’ conducted by a Dallas Sheriff’s posse on November 22, 1933. Informed of a family gathering that was supposed to take place near Sowers, Texas, the deputies—Millard E. Sweatt, Smoot Schmidt, Ted Hinton, Ed Caster, and Bob Alcorn—lay in wait for the outlaws to arrive. As Barrow approached in a stolen 1933 Ford Model B, he sensed a trap and accelerated past his family’s car, at which point the lawmen unleashed a hail of bullets from their Thompson submachine guns, .351 ‘Bullhead’ repeating rifle, and Browning Automatic Rifles. Unable to continue in the decimated vehicle, the gang was forced to abandon and flee on foot, despite wounds to both Parker’s and Barrow’s legs from a bullet that passed through the car. The outlaws escaped, and Sweatt set about collecting relics from the bullet-riddled car, recovering a number of artifacts. The highlight of this lot is a group of the artifacts recovered by Sweatt from Clyde Barrow’s damaged automobile at the scene. First is a .45 caliber magazine for a Colt M1911 semi-automatic pistol, which exhibits wear consistent with use. Second is a group of seven rounds of live .45 caliber rounds of ammunition, each stamped “F A 32” on the bottom. Third is a group of three ammunition carton remnants, consisting of the bottom of a carton for .45 caliber M1911 rounds from the Frankford Arsenal, and two sides of a box which held Winchester .38 caliber Smith & Wesson rifle cartridges. Included with these is a period ALS to Millard Sweatt’s brother and future chief criminal deputy of Dallas, Allan Sweatt, from Millard’s uncle, Ernest Sweatt, signed “Ernest,” one page on an 8 x 10.5 lined sheet, no date. In full: “Here are the pistols and some other items from the Barrow’s Gang. Thanks again for everything Allan.” The final Sowers-specific item is a vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of posse members posing with items recovered from the vehicle. Another item of interest is an original 8 x 8 wanted poster issued for Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, dated May 21, 1934, issued by the Department of Justice Division of Investigation for a violation of the National Motor Vehicle Theft Act, and features individual images of both Parker and Barrow, as well as their physical descriptions, relatives, and criminal records. Other items include ten vintage glossy photos, ranging in size from 5 x 4 to 8 x 10, depicting various members of the Barrow Gang and the aftermath of the final, fatal raid undertaken in 1934 and also a fabulous Dallas Sheriff’s Department 13 x 11 group portrait depicting Millard Sweatt with his colleagues including posse members Hinton and Alcorn as well as Sheriff Smoot Schmid and Bill Decker. Two members of the Sowers posse—Hinton and Alcorn—took part in this final ambush, and Sweatt duplicated these ten photos from Hinton’s originals. Hinton’s initials are seen in the borders of several of the images. Also present in the lot are three original Sweatt family childhood portraits showing Millard with siblings, ranging in size from 3 x 5 to 4 x 6, one affixed to its original 9 x 13 mount. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
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2082. Bonnie and Clyde. Very rare original broadside, 6 x 12, advertising “Famous Outlaws Clyde Barrow, Terror of the Southwestern and his Gun Moll ‘Bonnie’ Parker, Modern Tigress, fast shooting, cigar smoking blond Jezebel Meet Death at Gibsland, La.” This flier advertises “actual authentic pictures” of this infamous pair shortly after they were killed by lawmen in Louisiana in 1934, touting “See the Texas Cop Killers—Slayers of 10 Men.” Also advertised is a second feature, Beyond the Rio Grande. Center of the broadside has a reproduction of the now-classic photo showing Bonnie with sawed-off shotgun taking a gun from a smiling Clyde’s belt. In fine condition, with broadside having expected mild toning and a few light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2083. Bonnie and Clyde. A 4.5 x 2 x 4.5 brick removed from the left side of the front door entrance of Conger’s Furniture Store and Funeral Parlor in Arcadia, Louisiana, where Bonnie’s and Clyde’s bodies were taken after they were killed in the ambush on May 23, 1934, where the autopsies performed. Brick was removed shortly before the building was demolished in the late 1990s. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2084. Bonnie and Clyde. Original vintage 1930s flier announcing the appearance of Bonnie and Clyde’s death car. Flier measures 8.5 x 11, with a large banner headline at the top, an iconic image of Bonnie and the car in the lower left, and a notice offering a $10,000 reward to anyone who can prove this is not the car. The center of the flier is blank for the local information to be placed. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a couple trivial edge chips. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2085. Clyde Barrow. A limited edition 1.25 x 1.25 swatch of blue wool trousers worn by Clyde Barrow at the time of his death on May 23, 1934. This particular swatch is uncommon as it features one of the belt loops. Swatch is affixed to an 11 x 8.5 certificate of authenticty, numbered 15/870, and is accompanied by a certificate signed by Clyde’s late sister, Marie Barrow, as well as by Charles Heard. In fine condition. Barrows trousers’ and shirt that he wore that day were kept in the Barrow family until Butterfield & Butterfield auctioned off the bullet riddled shirt in 1997. The trousers were cut into 870 swatches and affixed to certificates. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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CHIMNEY BRICK FROM THE CRIMINAL COUPLE’S LAST HIDEOUT 2086. Bonnie and Clyde. A 4.5 x 4 x 2.5 section of brick from one of the chimneys of Bonnie and Clyde’s last hideouts. Brick is affixed to a wooden board with a photo of the hideout (with two visible chimneys), and a descriptive caption which reads, “This brick was part of one of the chimneys of Bonnie and Clyde’s last hideout. The hideout they were going to when ambushed by law enforcement officers May 23, 1934. The hideout was located deep in the woods on an old stagecoach road just south of the Sailes community. The hideout was burned to the ground intentionally years ago by the owners of the land because of the interest that it drew and the fear that someone would get hurt. All that was left was a pile of bricks. This is one of those bricks.” Brick was originally obtained at the 1998 Bonnie and Clyde Festival. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2087. Clyde Barrow. Original vintage first generation 7.25 x 10 semi-glossy photo of Clyde Barrow at the undertaker’s in the midst of the embalming process, his head resting on a bloodsoaked pillow. In fine condition, with clipped corner tips and slightly trimmed vertical edges. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
2088. Bonnie Parker. Original vintage first generation 7.25 x 10 semi-glossy photo of Bonnie Parker at the undertaker’s with a throng of onlookers standing in the room. In fine condition, with clipped corner tips and slightly trimmed vertical edges. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
2089. Bonnie and Clyde. Original vintage first generation 10 x 7.5 semi-glossy photo of Bonnie and Clyde‘s bulletriddled car behind the police station. Photo is of the driver’s side with multiple holes in the front door. A few spots, two clipped corner tips and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2090. Bonnie and Clyde. Original vintage first generation 9.75 x 7.25 semi-glossy photo of one of their caskets being loaded on a train by several men. Clipped corner tips, some adhesive residue to image, and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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INNOCENT PORTRAIT OF 4 YEAR-OLD BONNIE AND HER BROTHER ON THE FAMILY FARM 2091. Bonnie Parker. Original vintage 4.5 x 2.75 matte-finish photo (possibly published) of a four year-old Bonnie Parker and her brother Buster with a calf lying between them. Photo was taken by Bonnie’s mother Emma while she was living on the farm. Photo is identified on the reverse in blue ballpoint likely by Bonnie’s sister Billie Jean Parker, “Bonnie & Buster.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2092. Clyde Barrow. Original vintage first generation 10 x 7.25 semi-glossy photo of Barrow’s bullet-riddled jacket on the fender of the car he and Bonnie Parker were killed in. A diagonal crease to right side, clipped corner tips, and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2093. Bonnie Parker. Original vintage first generation 9.75 x 7.5 semi-glossy photo of four men digging the grave of Bonnie Parker. Image slightly faded, clipped corner tips, and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2094. Bonnie Parker. Original vintage first generation 10 x 7.25 semi-glossy photo of Bonnie Parker’s headstone in place at the cemetery before work has begun on digging her grave. In fine condition, with clipped corner tips and slightly trimmed horizontal edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2095. Bonnie Parker. Original vintage glossy 4.25 x 3.25 unpublished snapshot of Bonnie Parker, her sister, and two cousins standing on the family cemetery plot at Fish Trap. Photo is identified on the reverse in blue ballpoint likely by Bonnie’s sister Billie Jean Parker, “Cemetery plot—Bonnie, Jean, Dot, Sammy.” In very good condition, with several noticeable creases, mainly to background and corners, and some mild foxing. Bonnie would initially be buried in the family plot before being moved to the Crown Hill Cemetery in Dallas. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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A young Bonnie at Marco’s Cafe 2096. Bonnie Parker. Original vintage 6 x 4 pearlfinish photo of a young Bonnie Parker behind the counter at Marco’s Cafe circa 1929. Photo shows Bonnie in her full uniform by the cash register with two men at the counter. Photo is identified on the reverse in ballpoint, likely by Bonnie’s sister Billie Jean Parker, “Marco’s Cafe, Bonnie Parker.” In very good condition, with scattered creases, spotting to left side of image, and some soiling and a label remnant to reverse. Bonnie worked at Marco’s Cafe in Dallas until the cafe closed in November 1929, roughly the same time her thenhusband Roy Thornton was sentenced to five years in prison, and shortly before her first meeting with Clyde Barrow. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
One of the last known photographs of Bonnie Parker,
taken just months before the ambush that ended her life 2097. Bonnie Parker. Incredibly rare original vintage glossy 2.5 x 3.5 snapshot of Bonnie Parker and Barrow Gang member Joe Palmer. Taken shortly before her death, the full-length photo shows Bonnie in a summer dress, seated on the fender of a car, with Palmer standing next to her wearing a light suit. Photo is identified on the reverse in an unknown hand, “Bonnie & Joe.” In very good condition, with some creases working in from the edges and a uniform shade of toning over most of the image. On January 16, 1934, Bonnie and Clyde waited outside the Eastham prison to carry fellow gang members Raymond Hamilton, Henry Methvin, and Joe Palmer to safety after the impending jailbreak that they had orchestrated. During the escape, Palmer shot and killed prison officer Major Crowson—an act that proved to be the final straw. Combined with the national negative publicity that the Texas prison system received for the breakout, the murder incited Prison Chief Lee Simmons to complain directly to Governor Ma Ferguson, bringing the full power of the Texas and federal governments to bear on the manhunt. It was this action that brought Frank Hamer out of retirement; persuaded to accept the assignment to hunt down the Barrow Gang, he formed the famous six-man posse that would carry out the final ambush just four months later. This photo, taken during the short period between the jailbreak and the ambush, is one of the last images of both Parker and Palmer, who was caught and executed in May the following year. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Original snapshot of Bonnie and her mother, taken while the outlaws were on the run, and acquired directly from the family 2098. Bonnie and Emma Parker. Original vintage glossy 3.25 x 5 photo of Bonnie Parker posing outdoors with her mother Emma during a family reunion near Sowers, Texas which took place when Bonnie and Clyde were on the run, notated on the reverse by Bonnie’s sister, Billie Jean, “Momma Bonnie.” Also included are two vintage original 3.5 x 2.5 snapshots, one of Parker’s mother and sister posing with an uncle and another man, and the other of two women posing outside of a house. In fine condition, with some scattered creases to Bonnie’s photo. These photos were originally purchased from Bonnie’s niece, Rhea Leen Linder. A one-of-a-kind image offering a look at Parker’s private family life and one of the last pictures taken of her before she was killed. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Huge collection of Blanche’s scrapbook portraits, including Buck and prison
2099. Blanche Barrow. Large and interesting collection of approximately 200 photographs from Blanche Barrow’s personal scrapbooks. Contained in the collection are approximately one dozen pictures of her husband Buck Barrow, as well as of pictures of Blanche, her father, family members, other acquaintances, as well as photos from her time in prison. Many photos have Blanche’s handwritten comments, and a few bearing her initials or signatures to a few of the photos as well. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Large collection of Blanche’s gang-related news clippings and scrapbook 2100. Blanche Barrow. Collection of dozens of clipped newspaper articles, news photos, and blurbs, some notated in Blanche’s hand, as well as several candid snapshots and a homemade scrapbook of more news articles, photos, and a handwritten poem, as well as a signed newspaper photo. Clippings cover a multitude of angles including the search for the gang members, captures, the deaths of Buck, Bonnie, and Clyde, and quite a few about the capture, trial, and release of Blanche herself. One particularly sensational report of Blanche and Buck’s capture has the headline “How they Caught the Killer and His ‘Fighting Moll’—Just Like a Bandit Thriller in the Movies Was the Siege of the Notorious Barrow Brothers’ Gang in a Cabin Fortress With Armored Car, Steel Body-Shields, Machine and Riot Guns.” Another item of interest, contained in the scrapbook, is the first page of a story from the May 5, 1935, Sunday Mirror Magazine section, with a composite photo of several notorious female accomplices, signed in green ink by Barrow. A handwritten four-stanza poem is affixed inside another page of the scrapbook, titled “And Life Goes On.” It is unknown if this is an original work as this poem appeared in the December 30, 1933, edition of the Mansfield News. In overall very good condition, with expected toning and fragile folds. A treasure trove of dramatic first, hand accounts and insight. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“In company with brother, Clyde Champion Barrow...These men are very dangerous and extreme care should be taken” 2101. Buck Barrow. Older brother of Clyde Barrow and member of his gang (1903–1933). Original vintage 8 x 8 photographic master copy of Barrow’s Dallas Police Department fingerprint card and mug shot, produced circa April 1933. One side features ten images of his fingerprints and a detailed criminal record through January 14, 1930, and the other side bears an affixed 4.75 x 3.25 mug shot and a typed notation below that reads, in part: “4-13-33. Wanted at Joplin, MO (PD) for Murder of a Police Officer. In company with brother, Clyde Champion Barrow…These men are very dangerous and extreme care should be taken in arresting them.” In fine condition, with expected handling wear and slight rippling to edges. On April 13, the Barrow brothers and gang member W. D. Jones participated in a shootout with Joplin law enforcement, killing a constable and detective. The gang engaged in multiple other gunfights over the course of the next few months, including the murder of a marshal, this time in Arkansas. In late July, however, Buck was seriously injured on separate occasions in late July and succumbed to his wounds in an Iowa hospital shortly thereafter. An incredible, unique law enforcement item issued in the effort to apprehend an intimate associate of the most notorious gangster of all-time. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2102. Frank Hamer and Posse. Original vintage first generation 10 x 7.5 semi-glossy photo of Frank Hamer and his posse that tracked down and killed Bonnie and Clyde. Pictured are: Ted Hinton, Prentiss Oakley, B.M. ‘Maney’ Gault, Bob Alcorn, Henderson Jordan, and Hamer. In fine condition, with two clipped corner tips and slightly trimmed horizontal edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2103. Frank Hamer and Posse Photos. Five unsigned satin-finish photos, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, two depicting Frank Hamer and his posse that tracked down Bonnie and Clyde. Pictured are: Ted Hinton, Prentiss Oakley, B.M. ‘Maney’ Gault, Bob Alcorn, Henderson Jordan, and Frank Hamer; two identical photos of posse members posing with some of the items taken from Bonnie and Clyde’s car; and one photo of the guns and ammunition taken from the car. In fine condition. RR Auction COA…(MB $200)
After twenty years in prison, Barrow gang member Floyd Hamilton receives a “full pardon and restoration of full civil rights of citizenship” from President Johnson and the governor of Texas 2104. Floyd G. Hamilton. A collection of documents relating to the appeal and pardon of Bonnie and Clyde gang member Floyd Hamilton. First document, signed by Lyndon B. Johnson’s Attorney General Ramsey Clark, one page, 9 x 13.5, and reads, in part: “Be it known, that Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States of America, in consideration of the premises, divers and other good and sufficient reasons, has granted unto the said Floyd Garland Hamilton a full and unconditional pardon.” Signed at the conclusion by Clark and retaining its crisp original red Department of Justice seal. A second pardon is also included in the group, issued by the Governor of Texas John Connally, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 14, dated April 4, 1967. Pardon reads, in part: “Floyd Hamilton, No. 1413473018…was convicted in the District Court of Dallas County, Texas, on October 1, 1938, and was sentenced to twenty-five (25) years in the Texas Department of Corrections for the offense of Robbery by Assault. Subject was granted a parole to Dallas County on July 1, 1958. He has been represented as being worthy of being restored full civil rights…the Board of Pardons and Paroles…do hereby grant unto the said Floyd Hamilton a full pardon and restoration of full civil rights of citizenship.” Signed at the conclusion by Connally, and the document retains its gold foil seal. Remainder of the collection consists of copies of Hamilton’s appeals in which he contests his consecutive sentences, each bearing his initials “FGH” on the bottom margin of the first page of each document, with one document still clipped in its original legal folder. In overall very good condition, with paper loss to the bottom of Connally’s document. A member of the Barrow gang, arrested for bank robbery and harboring a fugitive while his brother Raymond was on the run with the famous outlaws, Floyd Hamilton continued his life of crime well after the ambush that ended Bonnie and Clyde’s spree. Convicted of a series of offences, ranging from armed bank robberies to transporting stolen automobiles across state lines to numerous assaults, Hamilton was proclaimed Public Enemy #1 by J. Edgar Hoover in 1938. Captured shortly after with fellow gang member Ted Walters, he began one of several 30–year sentences, ordered to be served consecutively. After twenty years in state and federal prisons—including a period at Alcatraz, from which he unsuccessfully attempted to escape in 1943—he was finally paroled in 1958. For his extensive work with ex-convicts and the International Prison Ministry, he received pardons from Texas Governor John Connelly and President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1967 and 1966, respectively. An excellent archive of material related to one of the most notorious gangs in American history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Incredibly rare penny recovered from John Dillinger’s pocket the night of his death, one of the finest displays of the gunned-down gangster’s final personal affects that we have seen 2105. John Dillinger. A 1920 Wheat penny recovered from Dillinger’s pants after he was killed outside the Biograph Theatre on July 22, 1934. Penny is accompanied by a 1996 statement of authenticity signed by William J. Helmer, Contributing Editor and former Senior Editor of Playboy magazine and author of seven highly regarded books on the subject of Depression Era gangsters, including Dillinger: The Untold Story. The penny and statement are framed behind Plexiglass along with a photocopy of a July 16, 1990, receipt from Helmer to G. Russell Girardin for the pennies, shaving brush, and pocket knife; a photo of Girardin; one of Girardin’s business cards, company letterhead, and another clipped business card, to an overall size of 24 x 18. Accompanied by: the original 1990 letter signed by Helmer acknowledging receipt of the Dillinger belongings from Girardin, “3 1-cent pieces, shaving brush, and pocket knife;” photocopies of two letters from Joe Pinkston of the John Dillinger Museum to Helmer, alluding to the Girardin items including the pennies; and an original letter from gangster historian Rick Mattix telling the story of how the Dillinger items came into Mr. Helmer’s possession. Also included are: two unsigned glossy photos, one of Girardin and the other of a deceased Dillinger on a stretcher, surrounded by a large crowd; two copies of Dillinger: The Untold Story, one hardcover limited edition #1/48 and one paperback, each signed by co-author Helmer. In 1934, a Chicago ad man named G. Russell Girardin persuaded Dillinger’s attorney Louis Piquett to collaborate on a series of newspaper articles on the ‘inside story’ of the Dillinger gang, with the help of legal assistant Arthur O’Leary and Dillinger’s father, John Wilson Dillinger. In the following two years, they published a series of articles titled ‘Dillinger Speaks’ in the Hearst newspapers, illustrated with photos of the outlaw’s letters and other personal belongings, obtained directly from his father. According to Helmer’s letter of authenticity, Girardin returned the majority of the borrowed items after publication, with the exception of “a small decorative penknife and shaving brush John had left at home, as well as ‘five or six’ of the pennies found in Dillinger’s pocket after he was killed outside the Biograph Theatre the night of July 22, 1932,” which the elder Dillinger gave him as souvenirs. It wasn’t until nearly sixty years later that Helmer met Girardin while doing research for his own book on Dillinger. In his early nineties and still living in Chicago, Girardin was “pleased that anyone knew of his newspaper articles, and he said he would add footnotes elaborating on some of the names and events that could not be reported at the time because of persons still living.” He pulled from his shelf an old 427-page manuscript of unpublished information that he had written at the same time as the articles. When Helmer read it and encouraged Girardin that they should collaborate on editing it and try to get it published, the two began their project. Shortly after adding his footnotes, correcting much of the deliberate misinformation written decades prior, Girardin suffered a major stroke. During the following weeks in the hospital, he was able to set his legal affairs in order before suffering another series of strokes that led to his death in September of 1990. In Helmer’s letter, he states that “under the terms of our agreement, I was to finish the book on my own…In the hospital he let me know that I could keep the knife, brush, and pennies, which are mentioned in his introduction, and one of which is included in this display.” Finally published by Indiana University Press in 1994 under the title, ‘Dillinger: The Untold Story,’ the collaborative biography is viewed as a major contribution to the subject. With the transfer of this penny referred to in multiple publications, along with the additional accompanying letter from Dillinger expert Rick Mattix, explaining that he and Joe Pinkston, owner of the John Dillinger Museum in Nashville, Indiana, were with Helmer when he was given the pennies and personal affects, this coin holds rock-solid provenance—by far one of the finest displays of the gunned-down gangster’s final personal affects that we have seen. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Dillinger gang member Harry Pierpont’s original leather briefcase, taken at the time of their capture in Tuscon following the famous Hotel Congress fire
2106. John Dillinger. A black leather briefcase used by Dillinger and his crew in the robbery of the American Bank and Trust Company in Racine, Wisconsin, on November 20, 1933. Briefcase measures 16.25 x 12, has two dividers inside, and two leather closing buckles on the outside as well as a lock. Upper portion of the back of the lock is stamped “Grand Metal Prod. Patent Pend.” This bag was taken from Dillinger gang member Harry Pierpont in Tuscon, Arizona in 1934, and is accompanied by a handwritten letter from Tuscon Police Captain Frank Eyman which reads, in full: “Brief case taken from Harry Pierpont of the Dillinger gang Tuscon 1934 had 134,000 from the Riley Bank in Racine Wisc. Handcuffs and black jack with 2 mach guns and 2 45. Auto.” The letter is matted and framed with a vintage photo of Dillinger’s guards in Arizona, as well as seven superfluous coins, to an overall size of 26 x 18. Also accompanied by a photocopied letter of provenance from two previous owners. The first entry, dated February 4, 1972, is by Grant O. Tevis who states that the briefcase was given to him by Captain Eyman in 1935, and then went to the possession of Larry D. Lewis. Second entry on the page, dated July 21, 1981, is from Felix Andreoni and states: “I obtained this briefcase in an auction in New York. I believe to be the fourth owner of this briefcase third only to Dillinger.” Also included is an original news clipping detailing the robbery. In very good condition, with some scattered crazing and a few small tears to bag, as well as expected age wear, and toning and edge chips to the captain’s letter. When firemen arrived on the scene of a fire at the Hotel Congress in Tucson, Arizona, they found a group of men on the third floor uncharacteristically concerned with the safety of their luggage. At the urging of the men inside, the heavy bags were lowered out the window to safety, and the firefighters were handsomely tipped for their service—an act that brought great attention to the scene. After a short time, it became clear that the men were John Dillinger, Harry Pierpont, Charles Makley and Russell Clark. Attempting to lie low in Tucson after robbing the First National Bank in East Chicago, Indiana (leaving officer William O’Malley dead), the Dillinger gang members were quickly apprehended, all in the hands of the law by January 25, 1934. Frank Eyman, Captain of the Tuscon Police, stopped Pierpont in a routine check of out-of-state cars, arrested him, and confiscated this briefcase. All extradited back to the states that held their warrants, the gang was officially disbanded; taken to Indiana for O’Malley’s murder, Dillinger was held at the ‘inescapable’ Crown Point jail, from which he escaped on March 3, beginning the final chase that would end in his death four months later. This case—carried in the hands of the outlaws, holding their hard-won spoils—backed by an irrefutable chain of provenance, is one of the most desirable relics from the notorious gang’s history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
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Ultra-rare signature of Public Enemy No. 1 2107. John Dillinger. Unbelievably scarce vintage black ink signature, “John Dillinger,” on an offwhite 4.5 x 2.5 album page. Archivally triple cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Dillinger to an overall size of 15 x 21. In fine condition. One of the most difficult signatures to obtain, only a small handful of Dillinger autographs have ever been offered for sale and are highly coveted by collectors. In over 30 years, this is the first signature we have ever offered, with American Book Prices current showing only four Dillinger items offered since 1998. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)
2108. John Dillinger. Complete original July 25, 1934, library edition issue of the Chicago Daily Tribune, 17.5 x 23.25, 28 pages. Banner headline announces, “Clear Up Dillinger Mystery,” and the front page features an article with the headline, “‘Woman in Red’ is Found; Gives Story to Police.” In fine condition, with binding remnants and holes to left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2109. John Dillinger. Complete original March 12, 1934, issue of The Marietta Daily Times, 17 x 23, 12 pages. Banner headline announces, “Second Dillinger Gangster Goes on Trial,” and “Bandits Get $15,000 from Kansas Bank.” Another front page headline reads, “Dillinger is Being Hunted in Toledo.” Moderate overall toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“John Dillinger lies here, at the end of his crimson trail” 2110. John Dillinger. Four pages from the July 23, 1934, issue of The Star Journal, 16.5 x 22.5. Banner headline announces, “Kill John Dillinger at Chicago,” and features an image of his body, captioned, “A stiffening corpse in a welter of blood, toes up in a police patrol, John Dillinger lies here, at the end of his crimson trail.” Two other front page headlines read, “Men Who Freed Dillinger Were Told of His End,” and “Dillinger Tipster Was Hunted Here Last Week Says Erie-co’s Sheriff.” In very good condition, with moderate overall toning and some chipping to edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2113. John Dillinger. Partial original July 23, 1934, issue of Chicago’s Daily Times, 12 x 16.5, 14 pages. Banner headline announces, “Dillinger Doomed by ‘Girl in Red,’” and front page features a large image of Dillinger’s body lying in state. In good condition. with partial separations to central horizontal fold, moderate overall toning, and some chipping and slight dampstaining to edges. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
2111. John Dillinger. Complete original July 24, 1934, library edition issue of the Chicago Daily Tribune, 17.5 x 23.25, 30 pages. Banner headline announces, “Jealousy Set Dillinger Trap.” In fine condition, with binding remnants and holes to left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2112. John Dillinger. Complete original July 23, 1934, library edition issue of the Chicago Daily Tribune, 17.5 x 23.25, 28 pages. Banner headline announces, “Kill Dillinger Here,” and the front page features a detailed article with the headline, “Slain By U. S. Agents as He Leaves Theater.” The last page also features numerous large images related to Dillinger. In fine condition, with binding remnants and holes to left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2114. John Dillinger. Six pages from the July 24, 1934, issue of Chicago’s Daily Times, 11.5 x 16.5. Banner headline announces, “Take Dillinger on His Last Ride,” and front page features an image of his sister’s house where the funeral was to take place. Another front page headline reads, “Dillinger Nemesis Gives U. S. Tip to Capture Hamilton.” In very good condition, with moderate overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Terrific oversized FBI photograph 2115. John Dillinger. Enormous and unusual wanted poster-style post-mortem FBI identification photo, 20 x 23.75, featuring two different images of Dillinger, two images of his fingerprint cards, and text explaining the methods used to confirm Dillinger’s identity after his death through fingerprint analysis, as he was known to change his appearance to conceal his identity. Scattered creases, crazing, and soiling, and various chips and tape remnants to edges, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“Identified by 22 witnesses as machine gunner who killed policeman”
2116. John Dillinger. Two original vintage glossy press photos: one circa 1934 photo of Dillinger being escorted in police custody, 7 x 9, bearing news stamps and date stamps from later use to the reverse, and an original pencil notation, in part: “John Dillinger being taking to showing in County jail…where he was viewed & identified by 22 witnesses as machine gunner who killed policeman in 20,000 robbery of First National Bank at East Chicago”; and one 1934 photo of Dillinger’s recovered machine gun, bulletproof vest, handgun, and ammunition, 6 x 8, bearing news stamps and an affixed caption to the reverse. In overall fine condition, with normal news use and wear, including production marks and notes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2117. John Dillinger. A glossy 7 x 9 wire photo, taken from an original 1934 image of Dillinger, dated on the reverse in pencil, “7-21-59.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2118. Dillinger: Evelyn ‘Billie’ Frechette. John Dillinger’s girlfriend for about six months in 1933–34, until she was arrested for harboring Dillinger in her St. Paul, Minnesota, apartment. She served two years in prison and then toured with Dillinger’s family in a show called Crime Didn’t Pay. Uncommon vintage ink signature, “Evelyn Frechette, In Court, May 17, 1934,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 album page. In fine condition, with some scattered mild toning, not affecting overall appearance. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Baby Face’s ‘Lemon Squeezer,’
gifted to a Chicago mechanic who customized his car to outrun police 2119. Baby Face Nelson. Lester Gillis, pseudonym George Nelson, was given the nickname ‘Baby Face’ Nelson because of his small stature and youthful appearance. A notorious kidnapper and bank robber in the 1930s, he killed both lawmen and innocent bystanders without distinction. As the FBI’s Public Enemy Number One, Nelson was killed in his final shootout on November 27, 1934 at the age of 25. Nelson’s criminal career began at the age of 13 with theft and joyriding, and progressed to driving bootleg alcohol in the late 1920s for the Chicago based Touhy gang. In 1930, he turned hardcore with two home invasions, stealing a combined $75,000 in jewelry. He robbed his first bank on April 21 of the same year, but unsatisfied with the $4,000 he got, committed another home invasion the following month netting another $125,000 in jewelry. Along with most of his gang, Nelson was arrested for the home invasion and sentenced to one year to life in Joliet State Prison. He escaped in February of 1932 and fled to the San Francisco Bay area in California where he began working for bootlegger Joe Parente. He returned from the west coast to commit his first major bank robbery in Grand Haven, Michigan on August 18, 1933. When John Dillinger escaped from jail in Crown Point, Indiana, he joined Nelson’s gang in March of 1934. After committing two major bank robberies, they began a weekend vacation at the Little Bohemia Lodge in Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin. The FBI received a tip on April 22 that the gang was at the lodge and dispatched several agents under Melvin Purvis on a plane from Chicago. The agents had little time to prepare their attack, resulting in a major gun battle that left one agent and an innocent bystander dead, and four others wounded.
cars so they could outrun the police, and that Lester Gillis was one of those ‘friends.’ He states that “the Smith & Wesson .38 revolver was one of two pistols given to Elmer by Lester Gillis as a present for some recent favors that Elmer had done him. When Elmer passed away the revolver was handed down to Cliff Woodbury, Jr., who then passed it to his son James Woodbury, who is the current owner.” The revolver is a Smith & Wesson .38 Safety Hammerless Third Model, serial number 88625, cal .38 S & W with a 3 1/4 inch barrel. The included letter from the Smith and Wesson factory indicates that it was shipped on April 4, 1894 to Hibbard Spencer Bartlett and Co. in Chicago. The revolver has matching assembly numbers, has a very good bore, and has about 30% original blue mixing with plum patina. The factory checkered hard rubber grips are in fine condition, and a later period grip adapter has been installed which can be easily removed. A period brown leather belt holster is included.
Nelson, Dillinger, and the other gang members escaped and split up. Two were killed before they could rejoin Nelson and Dillinger for their next bank robbery in South Bend, Indiana, on June 20, 1934. On July 22, 1934, Dillinger was killed by the FBI in Chicago after leaving the Biograph Theater, leaving Nelson as the FBI’s main target. By the end of November, the FBI believed he was using his old hideout at the Lake Como Inn in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. On the 27th Nelson surprised the agents who were staking it out and had his final gun battle.
Several copies of period photographs from the 1930s are included. Among them are one of the Woodbury Auto Repairs truck, one of Cliff Woodbury in a race car with “Boyle Valve Special” on the side, and another of the “Boyle Valve Co. Racing Team.” Also included is a short handwritten note of provenance from Elmer Woodbury stating he received two guns from Nelson as gifts.
Throughout his criminal career, Nelson used some of the fastest automobiles available; combined with his excellent driving skills, this often enabled him to evade the law. In 1930 he was a well-known competitor at Roby Speedway, a one-mile oval dirt track in Hammond, Indiana. Another major competitor there was Cliff Woodbury, co-owner of Woodbury Auto Repairs at 4918 Madison Street in Chicago. A notarized statement from Cliff’s grandson states that the repair shop often did favors for their ‘friends’ by modifying their
Provenance: Hibbard Spencer Bartlett & Co., Chicago Lester Gillis aka ‘Baby Face’ Nelson Elmer Woodbury Cliff Woodbury, Jr. James Woodbury
This is an antique revolver and will transfer with no Federal restrictions.
RR Auction COA…(MB $500)
MOBSTERS
A superb and well-documented silk scarf
originally obtained from Capone’s widow 2125. Al Capone. Al Capone’s personally-owned scarf. Black silk scarf with a silver stripe measures 56 x 19 totally unfolded, with fringed ends and is embroidered at either end, “AC.” Scarf is accompanied by a color photocopy of a letter of provenance from Capone’s wife Mae, dated December 20, 1958, and reads, in part (with grammar and spelling retained): “I am Mae Capone and because of ABC TV I am very much in need of money so I have to sell things that were my husbands. My husband was Alphonse Capone…I am selling his things becuse I need money now. Doctor Spidler has paid me cash for 4 suits, 3 pair shoes, a briefcase, 2 scarfs with his initls on them and a letter opener and a silver pen.” A 1997 letter written on behalf of the Estate of Dr. Aaron Spidler is also included, signed by his son Bing, and reads, in part: “You have purchased the following items from the estate of my late father, Dr. Aaron Spidler, M.D., and this letter which accompanies the letter of one Mae Capone, is testament that each of the articles are genuine as having once belonged to Mr. Al (Alphonse) Capone and passed on to his widow Mae Capone. My father purchased each directly from Mrs. Capone in 1958…Two beautiful pure silk men’s scarfs with his initials on both ends of each. She said her husband, during cold days in Chicago, never went outside the house without a scarf under his topcoat and that he owned dozens but most she had given to friends and family when Al died.” A final letter (a photocopy), dated 2007, from previous owner Mario Gomes states: “I had purchased a scarf, black silk with a silver stripe and initials at both ends… This scarf had once belonged to Alphonse Capone…I owned this scarf for approx. 9 years, where it was displayed on my website about Al Capone and was featured in local tv and newspaper stories.” There is also included an original signed letter from Mario Gomez further attesting to the scarf’s authenticity and dated April 29, 2013. Also accompanied by a 1998 certificate of authenticity from Richard Wilson of Norma Jean’s. In fine condition, with a moderate tobacco smell emanating from the scarf. Mae Capone sued ABC television for what she thought was an unfair portrayal of her husband in the series The Untouchables. She stated the company should have acquired her permission to use his name. She lost the court case, and in the process amassed large legal expenses, and as a result, was forced to sell most of her husband’s possessions. A truly remarkable and classy personal item which bolstered Capone’s image as a Chicago celebrity. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
Brick from the infamous Hayer’s Garage on Chicago’s North Side 2126. Al Capone: St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. A 8 x 2.5 x 4 chunk of brick from the outside wall of Hayer’s Garage at 2122 North Clark St., Chicago, Illinois, the scene of the infamous St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. Brick was originally obtained directly from John Dillinger/gangster Historian William J. Helmer who had acquired it himself. On February 14, 1929, five members of the North Side Gang, as well as collaborators Reinhardt H. Schwimmer and John May, were lined up against the rear inside wall of the garage and executed. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Exceptional archive originating from Capone’s doctor—complete with a signed photo and a virtually nonexistent handwritten letter 2127. Al Capone. A truly unique and groundbreaking archive spanning Al Capone’s final years from 1939–1947 (his release from prison up until his death), originally belonging to Capone’s Florida doctor Kenneth Phillips. Collection includes an ALS, a signed candid family snapshot, an official copy of Capone’s death certificate, numerous funeral photos of Capone lying in state, his medical chart spanning 1940–1943, his medical chart chronicling the final four days of his life, 26 pieces of correspondence related to his neurosyphilis treatment, four press releases, two 1940 eye chart exams, one 1944 lab test, and the Capone Estate bill for his final days of doctor’s care. The collection is highlighted by a gorgeously penned, bold ALS, signed “Truly yours, Al Capone,” one page, 6.5 x 10.25, no date, but postmarked August 25, 1941. Capone writes to his beloved family physician, Dr. Phillips, in full: “Here is your friend Al Capone, writing you this letter from here, first hope it will find you & the rest of your dear family all in perfect health. Dr., I’m leaving here the 1st of Sept, then staying at my mother’s house in Chicago until the middle of Oct then I’ll be back there at our home. I have something nice for you which will bring back home for you. Dr. please send me 2 boxes [sic] of them red pills for bowels movement. Send to this address its the address I’ll be until I leave. 7244 Prairie Ave., Chicago, Ill.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Capone’s hand. Equally as spectacular is a vintage glossy 4.5 x 2.75 candid photo of Capone, his wife Mae, his son Sonny, and Sonny’s wife Ruth outside his Florida home, signed and inscribed on the reverse, “To my dear friend Dr. K. Phillips from Al & Mae & Sonny & Ruth. Al Capone.” Also included is a true sub-registrar’s copy of Capone’s State of Florida death certificate, 8.5 x 7, with a file date of January 28, 1947. Certificate lists all of Capone’s personal and physical information, his cause of death, “Bronchopneumonia due to Apoplexy,” and listing Kenneth Phillips as his physician. Other items in the collection include 23 vintage glossy photos, both 10 x 8 and 8 x 5, of Capone lying in his $2000 bronze casket at the Philbrick Funeral Home, surrounded by large floral displays; medical records of Capone’s final week, detailing medications given, meals, and general observations; and copious amounts of correspondence, much of it to Dr. Phillips. In overall fine condition. This astoundingly rich archive, spanning 1939–1947, reveals the untold story of the world’s most famous mobster and his debilitating and irreversible mental collapse due to late-stage neurosyphilis.
“Here is your friend Al Capone...”
Astonishingly, Capone’s developmental age was pushed as far back as 7 years old, eventually improving to 14, but never moving much beyond that. The once incredibly powerful mafioso, was then confined to the home for the remainder of his years, advised to be looked after by a male nurse acting as a companion, and offered the mundane choice of gardening or keeping the books on one of the family businesses. By 1941, there was much talk of moving back to Chicago, since Capone had improved and was getting restless and homesick, but for whatever reason, they never did. The kingpin lived out the remainder of his days in relative reclusiveness at his sprawling Miami estate.
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Shedding light upon Capone’s battle with neurosyphilis:
“His Binet-Simon age had increased from 7 years to
14 years and two months” Mainly comprised of communications between nationally-recognized syphilis specialist Dr. Joseph Moore of Baltimore and Capone’s attending physician Dr. Kenneth Phillips of Miami, the archive consist of 26 letters, most quite lengthy. At the beginning of the correspondence, there was a palpable power struggle between the more experienced Dr. Moore and Dr. Phillips, a family doctor since 1927. The collection is made up of Dr. Phillips’s patient records of Capone, so the letters are mainly from Dr. Moore but also included are official copies of the responses sent by Dr. Phillips, as such we get both sides of the story—eventually the doctors join together and share a common bond in dealing with the trying Capone family. Immediately upon his official release from his 8-year-long stretch in prison, on November 16, 1939, Capone traveled to Baltimore to receive care from well-respected syphilis specialist Dr. Joseph Moore. For a case that far gone, only extreme heat, then issued in the form of malaria, could slow down the effects of mental decay caused by letting the syphilis he had contracted in his youth go untreated for decades. Capone underwent his second, and most successful version of this therapy thus far (the first ineffectual version occurred in Alcatraz) and stayed in Dr. Moore’s care for four months, until March 19, 1940. Afterwards, Capone returned to his Palm Beach estate in Miami, Florida, then falling under the care of longtime doctor, Kenneth Phillips, who had been with the family all the way back to 1927, when he first began caring for Capone’s wife Mae, who also suffered from the disease. Dr. Phillips was hesitant to take on the case of the newly released mobster, realizing the public attention he would draw and the significant time the case would require, not to mention being responsible for such a daunting patient. Back in 1931, a young doctor at the time, Phillips was coerced into signing a false affidavit during Capone’s February 25 contempt trial, regarding Capone’s illness and additionally lying about his own accolades. The crumbling of his lies in a cross-examination brought his future reliability into questions, which is likely why he wanted to be kept out of the limelight entirely.
Signed candid family snapshot.
Neurosyphillis, caused by letting the venereal disease go untreated decades—anywhere from 10-20 years—is an infection that begins eating away at the brain. Symptoms include: confusion, dementia, depression, irritability, and visual disturbances. According to several sources, Capone originally contracted syphilis early on in his life. Despite, what one may think, the mob boss was quite young when he went away to prison, being only 33. Given the timeline, it would make sense that the chronic disease finally begin showing signs affecting his mental state during his time in prison. On January 15, 1941, Dr. Moore wrote to Dr. Phillips, clearly summarizing his experiences with their common patient, and reiterating much of the good content of their correspondence: “Mr. Capone was first recognized as neurosyphilitic on the basis of Argyll-Robertson pupil [highly specific sign of neurosyphilis characterized by pupils which don’t properly react to light] on his admission to Atlanta Penetentiary in 1932. He was first recognized as paretic [partial loss of voluntary movement] in Alcatraz in February 1938, although there is reason to believe from the records that he had developed general paresis 6 months or longer before that date. He came under my observation first in November 1939...It seemed clear that at that time he had already had a paretic psychosis for at least two years and possibly for several months longer than two years. The treatment which had been given him prior to his admission to the Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore on November 17, 1939, had been inadequate, particularly as concerns fever therapy which was not
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Continued from page 271. attempted until August 1938, that is to say 6 months after he had first become recognizably (to the prison physicians) insane. This fever treatment given him in August 1938 was entirely inadequate. At the time I first saw Mr. Capone in November 1939, his mental condition was characterized by boisterousness, physical and mental over-activity, various grandiose ideas, a marked tendency toward confabulation [unintentional, distorted memories of oneself and the world] and mental deterioration (with a Binet-Simon age of 7 years), euphoria, and lack of insight. From the physical standpoint the only discoverable neurologic abnormalities were in the eyes. The pupils were unequal, the right larger than the left. The right was typically Argyll-Robertson, the left reacted faintly and incompletely to light. The physical examination was otherwise normal except for slight diastolic hypertension, the blood pressure being 136/100. During December and the early part of January, 1939, the patient was treated with induced tertian malaria, in the course of which he was allowed to have 12 paroxysms of fever totaling 122 hours over 101 F. Since that time his treatment has been carried on uninterruptedly, first by myself and subsequently by you, with tryparsamide and bismuth. At the time he left Baltimore about March 30th, he had improved in a number of respects, and particularly his Binet-Simon age had increased from 7 years to 14 years and two months.
Official copy of Capone’s death certificate.
At the present time he shows from the psychiatric standpoint some degree of continued improvement in the sense that he is now less overactive, the grandiose ideas and the confabulation have disappeared, and he has regained some degree of insight. However, he is still silly, childish, and mentally deteriorated. No accurate Binet-Simon evaluation was made of his mental age on the occasion of his last examination, but it seems quite clear that he has slipped slightly in his ability to calculate and to reason from his status of March 1940. The main psychiatric problem at the moment is one of increasing bouts of irritability directed occasionally against members of the family and occasionally against strangers....Enough time has now gone by with Mr. Capone for us to be quite sure that he will not regain his normal mental condition comparable to his status, let us say, in 1935, or 1936; but that the evidences of mental deterioration will persist. On the other hand, there are at least 4 chances out of 5 that he will remain in his present condition indefinitely. Mrs. Capone, however, retains an undue amount of hope. She has I think the feeling that still further medical advice is still desirable... on the whole, however, I am inclined to feel that the wisest course to pursue is for us to try and persuade Mrs. Capone on the validity of our diagnosis and prognosis and to conserve the family resources for the long pull which remains ahead of them. The second major problem is that of the social adjustment of the patient to his environment. In the connection it is of prime importance to guard against outbursts of irritability which may affect other persons than members of the family. If, by any chance, Mr. Capone makes an unprovoked attack upon a stranger, he is very likely to find himself in Court for disturbing the peace and, as a result of that, to be recognized insane by the Judge and to be committed to a Florida psychiatric hospital.
Official medical chart chronicling Capone’s final four days.
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stabilized, albeit confined to the home and forevermore restricted to the mental capacity of a teenager. The likely cause for the abrupt end of in-depth letters discussing Capone’s illness was Dr. Moore’s obtainment of copious amounts of elusive penicillin. According to Robert J. Schoenberg’s book Mr. Capone: The Real—and Complete Story of Al Capone, the mobster was “one of the first neuropsyphiltics to receive the war-scarce new miracle drug. It came too late to perform the miracle of curing Capone, but it prolonged remission of the disease’s more debilitating symptoms.” Biographer Schoenberg additionally wrote that the final years of the mob boss’s life in Florida were long and lazy, and that “for much of each day Capone lounged in pajamas and robe, fishing from his pier, playing cards.” He spent his seemingly endless free time golfing, and going on “demure expositions” to local nightclubs, a far cry from his days of crime in Chicago. He occasionally threw a low-key party, though guests noted his markedly more reserved, quiet nature as opposed to his formally famous gregarious personality.
Groundbreaking archive spanning
Al Capone’s final years from 1939–1947. To the end of prevention of such a disaster as this, several steps seem desirable: first, and perhaps most important, to avoid as much as possible contact of the patient with the public, and to permit him to appear in public at movies, ect only when he is accompanied by at least two male members of the family; second, to occupy him to an even greater extent than has been accomplished so far with some relatively simple form of work which will help to keep him out of public circulation. Two suggestions have been made in the connection: first, that his brother Ralph permit him to occupy himself with minor details of the local branch of the Waukesha Water Company, as for example an attempt at keeping a set of books; or second, that the family purchase one of the adjoining vacant plots of land and let the patient run it as his personal garden, either flower or vegetable. Finally, in this same connection, the suggestion was renewed at our conversation in Miami that the patient might be safeguarded against public explosions and might at the same time be definitely helped by occupational therapy if there could be introduced into the household a thoroughly experienced and psychiatrically well trained male nurse. It is realized that the patient would not accept such a person as a nurse. He might, however, be willing to accept him in the guise of a chauffeur or companion...he should be willing to live with the Capone family on a 24 hour a day basis as a member of the household.” This content-rich letter marked the end of the two doctors’ constant correspondence which had spanned 1940, the first year following his release from prison and in the care of Florida family physician, Dr. Phillips. The most critical time had passed and Capone was now
The archive comes to a close with an amazing piece of history— Capone’s medical chart, chronicling the final days leading up to his death on January 25, 1947. Though the official typed front identifies the patient as Alphonse Capone, the detailed three pages of handwritten notes inside use his alias, “Mr. Al Brown.” The records begin on January 21, when at “3:30 a.m. the wife was awakened by a loud and sterterous type of breathing,” convulsions and partial paralysis followed. On January 24, the chart reads “Considerable bronchial spasm has ensued...in spite of practically continuous O2, Penicillin in the amount of 6,000,000 units by injection and inhalation, heart support by Digitalis and Coramine the condition steadily grew worse. Dr. Arthur Logie called in consultation confirming both the pneumonia and failing heart. He became sufficiently conscious to recognize attendants several times but at 7:25 p.m. this day with no prewarning whatsoever he expired [date handwritten in border 1/25/47]. Death certificate signed: Primary cause Bronchial Pneumonia 48 hours contributing apoplexy 4 days.” The importance of the behind-the-scenes secrets this archive reveals cannot be understated. The fact that this infamous mobster—perhaps the most recognizable of all time—considered the bootlegging mastermind of the roaring 20s, was later reduced to the mental capacity of an adolescent is almost inconceivable. The included letter handwritten by the mobster is eye-opening and clearly attests to his childlike vocabulary and manner of speech: “Here is your friend Al Capone, writing you this letter from here.” In addition to the invaluable private information the archive contains, the extreme rarity of Capone autographed material in and of itself is considerable. This collection boasts not only an essentially nonexistent, crisply penned handwritten letter—which research indicates is the only one ever to appear at auction—but also an exceedingly scarce signed photo, each preserved in pristine condition. This archive as a whole is a collector’s dream, both autographically and historically—a virtual novella could be published with the copious personal details it contains. No item even broaching its profound significance in mobster history has ever come to market. RR Auction COA.…(MB $10000)
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Capone’s Prohibition-era deposition taken just hours after the legendary 1925 attempted murder of his mentor Johnny Torrio
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Q. How many times were you arrested in Chicago?
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A. Everytime something happens I get arrested.
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2128. Al Capone Deposition. Typed deposition signed an unbelievable four times, “Alphonse Capone,” once on each page of a four-page transcript of Capone’s interrogation by police in their investigation of the attempted murder of his former mentor and crime associate John Torrio, dated January 24, 1925. Capone’s deposition is contained within 50 pages of police interviews, testimony, and notes in the case, each signed by the witness, two of whom include Capone’s chauffeur, Robert Barton and his accountant, Jake Gusick. The first page provides the facts surrounding the shooting stating that it took place at 3:30 P.M. at 7011 Clyde Avenue. Page states Torrio had “3 superficial gun shot wounds,” with the cause stating “While alighting from his automobile from the front of the above address was assaulted by three men, two of the men fired several shots at him, causing above injuries. The assailants then jumped into a dark cadillac touring car.” Capone’s police interrogation took place the same day as Torrio’s near fatal shooting. Capone’s statement is captioned: “Statement of Alphonse Caponi [sic]. 7244 Prairie Avenue...relative to the shooting of John Torrio... about 3:30 P.M. Jan 24th, 1925.” Highlights of the interrogation are as follows: “Q. What is your business? A. Furniture business. 2224 Wabash Ave. Q. What is [the] name of store? A. Antique furniture. No name to store…Q. How long do you know John Torrio? A. About three years. Q. Where did you meet him.? A. In Chicago, at the Race Track, I met him at the Bennie Leonard fight in East Chicago, about three years ago....Q. Do you know any of the Costello in New York? A. Yes, Frank.…Q. How did you happen to know Frank Costello? A. I met him in a restaurant at 7th and Broadway.…Q. Were you ever in trouble in New York? A. No.... Q. How many times were you arrested in Chicago? A. Everytime something happens I get arrested. Q. You do know Johnny Torrio, three years? A. Yes. Q. What time today did you hear he was shot? A. About six o’clock. Q. Where were you when you heard of it? I was going over to buy a couple of tickets for the White Cargo. A. I heard it in Al Bloom’s cigar store, first, everyone was talking about it. Q. What did you do when you heard of it? A. I called the hospital…Q. You got to the room where Torrio was? A. Yes. Q. Did you talk to him in Italian? A. No.…Q. Did he tell you who did it, or did you ask him who did it? A. I did not ask him and he did not tell me because he was in no condition to talk. Q. Would [you] have any idea who did it? A. No. Q. Would you tell us if you did know who did it? A. No, I value my life too much to tell if I did know.... Q. Can you give any reason for the shooting? A. No I cannot. Q. This statement is true and if you were called to testify this would be your statement and you will be willing to sign this statement? A. Yes, sir.” Another interesting page is a memo from a captain to the Deputy Supt.of Police concerning witness Peter Veesart, dated March 4, 1925. In part: “Took Peter Veesart…to the B. of I. And he picked out the above named man, Chief of Detectives Schoemaker…arrested George Gage alias Moran and brought him to the 5th district where he was identified by Peter Veesart…as one of the men that done the shooting On that day. The prisoner was also brought to the Jackson Park Hospital where he was viewed by Johnny Torrio and his wife and they stated that he was not one of the men that done the shooting…Had three other witnesses to the shooting view George Gage alias Mo-
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ran and they state that he resembled the man that done the shooting from the rear of the car on that day.” A large blue pencil notation at the bottom of the page indicates Veesart “after leaving jail at Wheaton, Ill., left the country refuses to identify anyone.”
signed an amazing four times
The final page of the report is a memo to the Chief of Detectives requesting “that the attached picture of George Gage alias George Moran is wanted in connection with the shooting of Johnny Torrio… who was shot in front of his home.” In very good and slightly fragile condition, with uniform toning to pages, staple holes to top edges, scattered chips and areas of paper loss to the edges, and some mounting remnants to top edges of opening and closing pages. The victim, John Torrio, was Capone’s mentor and sponsor in their previous criminal activities with the Five Points Gang in Brooklyn, where both had grown up. When Torrio moved to Chicago to manage a string of brothels for ‘Big Jim’ Colosimo, he brought along his protege, Capone. Torrio took over the empire after the murder of Colosimo; meanwhile Capone moved into the enormously lucrative bootleg whiskey business. Dion O’Bannion, an Irish mobster, and his lieutenant, Earl ‘Hymie’ Weiss, became their chief rivals. Conflicts between them escalated and in November 1924, O’Bannion was shot to death. On January 24, 1925, Weiss, with his sidekicks ‘Bugs’ Moran, Vincent Drucci and Frank Gusenberg, seeking revenge, came upon Torrio and his wife unloading packages in front of his home. Torrio fell in a hail of bullets, but Moran’s gun either jammed or he ran out of ammunition as he was about to deliver a shot to Torrio’s head. When Torrio eventually recovered, he fled to Italy, leaving Capone the undisputed boss of Chicago crime, a position he enjoyed until he was convicted of tax fraud and finally jailed. Information was virtually impossible to collect in regard to the shooting. The few witnesses seemed fearful; none would conclusively identify the gunmen, although Moran was initially fingered. Even Torrio, when Earl Weiss and Vincent Drucci were brought into his hospital room, refused to identify them as being party to his shooting. A remarkable archive providing a vivid and compelling first-hand view of the methods perfected by Capone which rapidly propelled him to the pinnacle of the underworld. Provenance: Jerome Shochet Collection / Robert Batchelder, Catalogue 84, item 241 / Christies, Sale 7888, May 20, 1994 RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)
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2129. Al Capone: St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. Original rectangular brick from the north wall from the garage on 2122 N. Clark Street, in Chicago, the scene of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. Unique to Chicago, known as a ‘Chicago Common’ in the trade, the brick was made from local clay following the Chicago Fire. Brick measures 8.5 x 3.75 x 2.5, with a small paint notation to one side. Accompanied by a note of provenance from David G. Christensen, which states: “This brick was removed from the North wall of the ‘St. Valentine’s Day Massacre’ garage, 2122 N. Clark St. Chicago—during it [sic] demolition, Nov. 1976 [sic, 1967]” In fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre signed by author Bill Helmer and also a letter of provenance for the brick signed by Helmer. This brick was picked up by David Christensen at the time workmen were tearing down the building at 2122 North Clark Street, the site of ‘Bugs’ Moran’s garage and booze depot at the time of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre on February 14, 1929. The garage was soon refurbished and rented or sold to other companies, the last of which used it mainly for storage before it was razed in 1967. At that time a Canadian, George Patey, arranged with the demolition company to purchase and label the section of bricks from the building’s north wall where the shootings had taken place, and he later rebuilt it in the men’s room of his dinner club. In 1980, the here-offered brick was acquired directly from Christensen by noted gangland historian Bill Helmer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2130. Al Capone: Lexington Hotel. Limited edition display consisting of a large swatch of floral print wallpaper from Capone’s offices at Chicago’s Lexington Hotel, as well as two small pieces of Nile green and lavender tile from his bathroom. Items are presented in an ornate oval wooden frame with two small pins, a Capone medallion, and a small descriptive sticker, to an overall size of 13.5 x 15.5. Four photos are affixed to the reverse of the frame, including one of the bathroom before demolition. In fine condition, with some chips to frame. When, decades later, souvenir hunters slipped inside the building to salvage whatever was convenient, Capone’s personal bathroom was of particular interest, made-to-order from imported Nile Green tile with its purple-tiled towel and robe holders. The bathroom opened off the short hallway leading to Capone’s circular office, and the hall itself was decorated with garish ‘tropical’ wallpaper that likely was inspired by Capone’s visits to his ‘summer’ estate on a inland island near Miami, Florida. In this assortment, a small section of the wallpaper and two pieces of the bathroom—from the green tile and the purple robe holders—are framed in what was left of an old gold-colored mirror found lodged behind a giant rusty safe, door half open, in a room across from the bathroom. A silver-colored medallion and rectangular sticker, both bearing the embossed likeness of Capone, were made for the late Harold Rubin who had intended to market Lexington items under the trade-name Chicago Legends, but these pieces never made their way into circulation. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from well-respected gangland historian Bill Helmer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2131. Al Capone: Lexington Hotel. Three fixtures taken from the Lexington Hotel in Chicago: a single bulb light fixture, a two-pronged duel outlet cover, and a door lock (non-functioning). All three are presented on a 9.75 x 5 cloth-covered board. In very good condition, with expected age wear. In 1928, Capone negotiated what amounted to a takeover of the entire Lexington Hotel at 2135 South Michigan Avenue, and it soon became notorious as the mobsters wellguarded fortress. After Capone went to jail in 1932, the Lexington, soon renamed the New Michigan Hotel, later closed after the Levee action had all but vanished, and it was left to deteriorate. In later years many gangland historians, curiosity-seekers and souvenir hunters slipped inside the building and salvaged whatever was convenient. The here-offered light fixture was removed from a once-elegant chandelier that lay on the floor of Capone’s office, a large round room with parquet flooring, at the southwest corner of the building. The electrical outlet probably dates back to the hotel’s early days, while the door lock appears to be of more recent vintage. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from well-respected gangland historian Bill Helmer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2132. Al Capone: Lexington Hotel. Five .38 caliber S & W cartridges found in Chicago’s Lexington Hotel. Rounds are housed in a 2 x 2 square box and were found on top of a steel beam in the hotel’s basement. Capone carried a Colt Police Positive revolver in this caliber, although it is unknown if these were for that particular gun. Bullets are lightly corroded. In later years many gangland historians, curiosityseekers and souvenir hunters slipped inside the building, previously the Lexington Hotel, and salvaged whatever was convenient. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from well-respected gangland historian Bill Helmer.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Two rounds from the ‘tommy’ guns used in the Massacre 2133. Al Capone: St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. TTwo bullets and shell casings fired from the ‘Tommy’ guns used in the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. The two .45 ACP rounds were fired in 2008 by the Quartermaster of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department and Charles Schauer, a Thompson collector and historian. Rounds are framed against a print with a graphic printed description of the event to an overall size of 9 x 19. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Schauer which states, in part: “This certifies that the .45 caliber ACP bullets and shell casings…were fired from the two Thompson Submachine Guns identified as having been used in the St. Valentine’s Day massacre…The accompanying rounds were fired at the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department Firing Range in Coloma, Michigan on 09 April 2008.” Also accompanied by a typed letter from Schauer stating the bullets were fired into a 55-gallon barrel of water. In fine condition. Intriguing and particularly chilling relics connected to one of the most vicious gangster crimes of all time. The guns had originally been seized from the house of Fred ‘Killer’ Burke, then hiding under the alias Frederick Dane, after he had killed a policeman in St. Joseph, Michigan, in December, 1929. At that time their test-fired bullets were found to match those recovered in ‘Bugs’ Moran’s S-M-C Cartage Co. garage following the Massacre. Both Thompsons remain in the possession of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department, which had led the raid on Burke’s house. They were recently fired by Chuck Schauer, a former police officer in a Chicago suburb, and given to recognized gangland historian Bill Helmer. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Helmer and a signed copy of his book The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2134. Al Capone. Three comics featuring Capone, 6 x 6 , each clipped from a newspaper and dated 1931 in pencil on the reverse. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2135. Al Capone: Lexington Hotel. A circular buzzer button measuring 2.5˝ in diameter with a wooden outer covering, originating from Chicago’s Lexington Hotel. In fine condition. The Lexington was notorious as Capone’s well-guarded fortress from 1928–1932. In later years, many curiosity-seekers and souvenir hunters slipped inside the building to salvage momentoes. Originally found lodged behind a giant rusty safe, door half open, in a room across from the bathroom, this wooden buzzer was possibly used by Capone’s outside bodyguards to let him know he had a visitor. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted gangland historian Bill Helmer. An interesting and unique piece of mobster history.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2137. Al C a p o n e : Lexington Hotel. Porcelain and metal light fixture from Chicago’s Lexington Hotel. Single bulb fixture measures 3.25˝ tall with a decorative floral base. In very good condition, with the porcelain rim broken and light overall corrosion. Occupied by Capone from 1928–1932, in later years souvenir hunters slipped inside the building and salvaged whatever was convenient. The here-offered light fixture was removed from a once-elegant chandelier that lay on the floor of Capone’s office, a large round room with parquet flooring, at the southwest corner of the building. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from well-respected gangland historian Bill Helmer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Extraordinarily rare coroner inquest listing the Massacre victims 2136. Al Capone: St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. Uncommon partial DS, two pages, 8 x 12.5, April 15, 1929. The first and last pages of an 82-page coroner’s third inquest of the seven victims of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. First page lists the deceased victims and begins, “Transcript of the testimony taken and proceedings had at the inquest held upon the bodies of the above named deceased, before Dr. Herman N. Bundesen, Coroner of Cook County.” Second page lists the victims again and is signed at the conclusion by an official. Both are framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 16. In very good condition, with torn punch holes to top, paper loss along left side of first page, and other expected document wear. Any direct documentation of the dubious criminal act is quite rare with only about ten copies having been produced, and with this being the longest running Coroner’s Jury in history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2138. Al Capone. Original portion of the February 9, 1936, graphic section of the Chicago Sunday Tribune, 18 x 23.75, 8 pages. Banner headline announces, “Capone’s Decade of Death,” and the front page features a detailed flow chart of Capone’s crime syndicate. The Capone article is given another full-page treatment inside, and features images and a lengthy article. Overall toning and small edge chips and tears, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)
2139. Al Capone: Conviction Jury. Original vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of the jury that heard the case against Capone for income tax evasion, which resulted in a conviction and 11-year prison sentence. Reverse bears news stamps and an affixed caption, and is stamp-dated October 27, 1931. Some creasing and crazing to borders (hardly affecting the image), and a tear to the caption, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2140. Al Capone. Original vintage glossy 7.75 x 10.25 press photo of Capone attending his son’s wedding, bearing an inherent caption to the lower border and a 1941 date stamp to reverse. In overall fine condition, with scattered creases and normal news use and wear. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
2141. Al Capone. Original glossy 8 x 9.5 press photo of Capone in his prime, bearing an affixed caption and 1971 date stamp to reverse, as well as a large “Deceased” stamp over the caption. Scattered surface marks and creases, and normal news use and wear, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
2142. Al Capone. Three original glossy circa 1970s press photos, 10.5 x 8 and 8 x 10, showing Capone near an apple vendor, in a car, and one promotional photo for the 1975 film Capone. In overall fine condition, with scattered creases and normal news use and wear. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
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Luciano’s humidor and game stand originally acquired from a Sicilian friend of the mobster
2143. Lucky Luciano Humidor. Lucky Luciano’s personally-owned and -used humidor and game stand. Game stand, most likely mahogany or black cherry, measures 15 x 25 x 14, with a hinged door on the front which opens into a copper-lined cavity. A raised metal maker’s seal affixed to the right wall reads, “Springfield Furniture Works, Inc. Mfrs. of Fine Occasional Furniture, Springfield, Ohio.” Hinged top of the game stand opens up to reveal a recessed compartment displaying a tray of 121 poker chips.
A spectacular personal item
Stored within the cavity is a removable humidor. Hinged top humidor measures 11.5 x 4.5 x 8 and bears an engraved 2.25 x 1 name plate affixed to the top, “Lucky Luciano.” Inside of humidor is lined in tin with a removable dessicant in the top of the cover. Housed inside the humidor is a wooden box of imported Cuban cigars, containing six individually wrapped Belinda Habana’s. The underside of the cigar box features an official Cuban government label as well as a US Customs certificate indicating entry was granted at West Palm Beach in 1931.
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The humidor and stand are accompanied by a notarized letter of provenance from the daughter of the man who acquired them directly from Luciano. Lansky’s empire. The letter, dated March 29, 1997, reads in full: “My name is Mary Camarda, wife of Nicholas Camarda, and am currently 90 years of age. I am the daughter of Antonio Domingo who was born and raised in a coastal town in Sicily called Castellammare del Golfo, not far from Palermo. My father migrated from Sicily to the United States and like most other Sicilians, settled in Brooklyn, N.Y. From approximately the mid to late 20’s until 1949 my father owned a restaurant/club at 22 Stanton street on the lower east side of Manhattan. It was here that my father catered to the many Sicilian dock workers from Brooklyn and Manhattan. He had a long standing reputation with the Longshoreman’s Union that represented all of the cities’ dock workers. My two brothers also worked for the Union. Before long, by word of mouth, this restaurant became somewhat of a social club for many of Sicilian descent. It was here, in the early years, that my father was acquainted and became friends with Mr. Luciano. It was through this relationship that my father acquired both cigar humidors and the remaining Belinda Cuban cigars from Mr. Luciano. Since my father’s death, my husband Nick and I packed these items away in our cellar, many years ago, along with all the memories that came with them.” Humidor shows some oxidation to the interior metal panels while the exterior exhibits a few minor nicks and abrasions, otherwise both the humidor and stand are in fine condition. Provenance: Lucky Luciano / Antonio Domingo / Mary Camarda (Domingo) / Butterfield’s / Legendary Auctions RRAuction COA…(MB $1000)
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2144. Eliot Ness and Robert Stack. Vintage ink signature, “Eliot Ness, Director of Public Safety, City of Cleveland,” on an off-white lightly-lined slip removed from a larger register or guest book, and dated in another hand “Feb. 24/37”; and a ballpoint signature “Robert Stack,” on a light yellow card. Both are double cloth matted and framed together along with a photo of Ness and a photo of Stack as Ness, and a biographical plaque, to an overall size of 20.5 x 23.5. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling to Ness’s slip. RR Auction COA…(MB $200)
Extraordinarily rare letter from America’s first Mafia don 2145. Joseph P. Macheca. Fruit importer considered by many the first Mafia don in the US and an originator of organized crime (1843–1891). He was one of many suspects accused of the murder of New Orleans police chief David Hennessy, and after being acquitted at trial, Macheca and ten others were lynched by an enraged crowd. Rare ALS signed “Jos. Macheca,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, New Orleans, April 8, 1878. Letter to Julius Weil. In part: “In regards to oranges will say it was one of your back orders which we did not fill on account of none in the market at the time, we assure you that oranges sold as high as $5.95 to $6.00 for unrepacked fruit. We are sorry to have you complain at the price, we assure you it is cheap.” Partial edge separations to mailing folds, scattered tears and paper loss to borders (barely affecting any of the writing), and overall mirroring to ink, otherwise very good condition; the letter is boldly penned and eminently legible. Few if any Macheca letters or documents are known in private hands, as most are either secretarially signed or housed at the University of New Orleans. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Right after losing his fight for Israeli citizenship, Lansky informs his daughter to update his wife about his “Oil Book” 2146. Meyer Lansky. Legendary organized crime leader (1902–1983) who headed the notorious ‘enforcement’ syndicate Murder, Inc., which emerged in the early 1930s as successor to the warring Prohibition gangs and the old-line Mafia, and continued to operate into the 1950s. ALS signed “Dad,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Sharon Hotel letterhead, September 28, 1970. Letter to his daughter Sandra and her husband Vince Lombardo. In part: “You did the right thing. I couldn’t refuse Ted [wife Thelma] to take care of it if she wanted. I expressed myself wrong to you. You used good judgment. If you didn’t explain to her about the entries in my Oil Book, do show her. I’m very happy to hear of Vince’s progress–determination will pay off most of the time. If all goes well with Vince he will be a new man (the ulcers will improve.). Vince good luck in your serious endeavor.” He adds “P.S. Thank you [for] the license. Now I will hire a car.” In fine condition, with some scattered areas of light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Lansky’s hand. In the 1960s, Lansky had invested in real estate and oil projects of his old friend Sam Garfield and, according to an affidavit filed in Israel in December 1970, his annual income from the dividends was ‘roughly $60,000 (before taxes).’ In May of 1970, Lansky’s US passport was revoked and in September, his application for Israeli citizenship was denied. ‘Meyer Lansky v. the State of Israel’ was heard before the Israeli Supreme Court and on September 11, 1972, the court ruled unanimously against Lansky. After trying to find refuge outside the United States, on November 7, 1972, he returned to Miami and was promptly arrested by FBI agents aboard the plane. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2147. Meyer Lansky. Five lined betting slips, filled out in pencil by Louis Levey, each measuring 5.5 x 14, and dated between October 5 and October 10, circa 1936. Each of the five slips is labeled at the top by Levey, “M. Lansky,” and has between two and seven horses listed on them, with dollar amounts and most likely money won or lost in the adjacent columns. A sheet of Louis Levy lined stationery filled out in ink by Levey is also included, with Lansky’s name written at the top and his five day totals tallied in the adjacent columns. Rusty paperclip and mark to top edge and mild toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2148. ‘Mad Sam’ DeStefano. Notorious Chicago Outfit loan shark and brutal murderer (1909–1973). Three color courtroom sketches, ranging in size from 17.5 x 19 to 24 x 19, each showing a different aspect of DeStefano’s trial for the murder of Leo Foreman. One sketch shows DeStefano testifying at the stand, and the other two are of attorneys for the case. In overall fine condition, with clipped corners and various bits of paper loss to edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Battling cancer in the federal pen, the ‘Teflon Don’ writes to the daughter of his longtime Capo 2149. John Gotti. Organized crime boss (born 1940) who became a major media celebrity. After an extensive operation that cost $75 million, Gotti, who had repeatedly eluded the law, was convicted of murder and racketeering in 1992. As a repeat offender, he was sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole and sent to federal prison in Marion, Illinois, where he died in 2002. ALS signed “Johnny,” two pages, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 11, no date, but postmarked January 15, 1999. Letter to daughter of mobster George DeCicco, longtime Capo in the Gambino crime family. In part: “I feel great! I had my final radiation treatment Thursday. The doctor said I made a very hard thing look easy. I told him it’s the Brooklyn in me–in any event I get my first exam on Friday the 22nd then we’ll see what’s what…My family said that you guys had some snow on Christmas Eve–that’s my cup of tea. Ask Georgie, the more snow the better I like it. By the way, because of the amount of radiation that I received I now have a prominent tan on both sides of my face, my neck and upper chest. I look as if I just got back from Aruba! or at least part of me does…As for my family, they are all fine–My son Peter and Tricia are expecting again, they already have two boys. This will be grandchild #12. Can’t get better news than that. As for my son John, he chose to fight back that nonsense. I’m sure he’ll break their ‘rear ends’ the bunch of low lifes.” Gotti also adds a postscript under his signature which reads, “I almost forgot you, your Dad and brother having lunch and a martini sounds great– thanks for the toast–and we will someday all have a cold martini together–Ask Georgie if he knows who got me started on Martinis.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Gotti’s hand with his signature and prisoner number, “Gotti, #18261-053,” in the return address area. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2151. Alvin Karpis. Thief, bankrobber, kidnapper, and bootlegger (1907– 1979) nicknamed ‘The Rat’ by J. Edgar Hoover. Signed book: Public Enemy Number One: The Alvin Karpis Story. First edition. Toronto: McClelland and Stewart Limited, 1971. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 256 pages. Signed on the half-title page in blue felt tip, “Best wishes from Alvin Karpis.” In fine condition, with a few tears to dust jacket. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 2150. J. Edgar Hoover: Gerald Chapman. Criminal (1887– 1926) who co-led an early Prohibition-era gang with George ‘Dutch’ Anderson. He was known as ‘The Gentleman Bandit,’ and was the first to be called ‘Public Enemy Number One’ by the press. Two typed Department of Justice documents related to Chapman. First includes the information for producing a wanted poster and labels him as a “Fugitive from Justice,” one page, 8 x 10.25, August 16, 1923, and includes a physical description and details of two of his escapes from custody; stapled to the document is a mug shot showing Chapman with and without his glasses. Second was issued by J. Edgar Hoover, one page, 8 x 10.5, January 19, 1925, reporting that Chapman “was apprehended at Muncie, Indiana…therefore, discontinue the search for this man.” Expected document wear, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2152. Melvin Purvis. FBI agent and archetypical “G-Man” (1903–1960) responsible for the capture of John Dillinger, ‘Pretty Boy’ Floyd, ‘Baby Face’ Nelson, and other notorious baddies. Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out and signed by Purvis, “Melvin H. Purvis,” payable to Post Signal Office for $1.08, June 16, 1943. Check is stamped near the top, “This check is payment of an obligation to the United States and must be paid at par, no protest.” In fine condition, with expected stamps and cancellation holes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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Financial paperwork and blood-stained suicide note of the infamous swindler and bootlegger 2153. Phillip Musica. Archive of notorious swindler Phillip Musica, otherwise known as F. Donald Coster, the man behind the infamous McKesson & Robbins Scandal of 1938. Collection consists of an ALS (his suicide letter to his wife with his blood on it); a two-page handwritten manuscript outlining details of finances; his Social Security card in the name of Frank Donald Coster; a copy of Coster’s will, dated March 11, 1937; a copy of December 1960 edition of “Climax” magazine; and an article from the Advocate and Greenwich Time dated September 13, 2009, entitled ‘Before There Was Madoff, There Was Musica.’ The undated suicide letter, signed “Infinite love, Your Daddy,” one page, 8.5 x 11, shows spatters of blood in the upper left corner and down the left side of the letter. Letter reads, in full (with grammar and spelling retained): “Carol my dear I love you dearly altho I may not deserve it forgive me I never meant to deceive you pride and ambition made me conceal from you my inner heart-Pride and ambition to make good also crushed me before a wicked banking system as well as “legal” and “criminal” continuous blackmail from within and without. God Bless you always could the world only know the sorrow in my heart and what the sacrifice is in leaving you and those I love-the Wall Street bankers and lawyers want my blood they shall have it. Neither John or Lenny knew what they were signing, anything I asked them to sign they did because they thought it was right and trusted me.” The manuscript, signed “F. D. Coster,” reads: “J, I am held in custody under prohibitive bail and cannot advise you—Depend on Mr. Brandon who has charge of yours and my affairs to protect your interests to limit also Mr. Rich for Connecticut matters the important matters are—1. Your house and bank accounts and Steiner Rouse account. 2. Matters of insurance which are your policies. 3. Have Brandon take care of Marie—Real Estate—cash which is hers and insurance. 4. John and Lenny. 5. My accounts with E. F. Hutton & Co. E. B. Smith & Co. should prove that any money given to John was the result of liquidation of McKesson stock. In connection with which I paid off a $200,000 loan to McKesson. The 2000 shares of McKesson stock I asked you to loan me and for which you gave me as order. I gave to Ben Slade the lawyer they should be retuned to you for what they are worth its really your money as the Jenkins account finally turned over to you when you were in Florida was a gift to you it was my money the proceeds of selling my original McKesson stock to pay off my load of 200,000 to McKesson and had some left I had to lie to the commission and public about owning 105,000 common and 13,000 preferred so as not to hurt the stock by showing the President had sold most of his stock. I sold to cover obligations at $3 to $5 when the company was fairly sound Mr. Michaels knowing there was something wrong sold out his common as fast as he could to the public.” Also included is his Social Security card, issued on December 14, 1936; a copy of Coster’s will, signed in type, dated March 11, 1937, in which he bequeaths all of his property to his wife, Carol E. Coster; and a December 1960 issue of Climax magazine, featuring an article entitled “Coster–Musica—America’s $5,000,000 Con Artist.” In overall very good to fine condition. In 1926, the well-respected drugmaker and distributor McKesson & Robbins was up for sale, and Musica, now known as F. Donald Coster, bought it, merging the businesses. For years, Musica/Coster made himself wealthy, buying a 28-room mansion in Fairfield, Connecticut, as well as a yacht, racing horses, and a stable of cars. Then, in 1937, McKesson ordered Coster to raise cash to build up profits and reduce outstanding debt. When he refused, the company’s treasurer became suspicious, and uncovered forgeries, duplicate books, and massive fraud. In all, it is believed that Musica/Coster stole over $3 million from McKesson over the years. On December 15, 1938, with police closing in on his home in Fairfield, Phillip Musica/F. Donald Coster locked himself in bathroom and shot himself in the head. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2154. Anthony Spilotro. Chicago Outfit mobster in Las Vegas who oversaw their illegal casino skimming profits (1938– 1986). Joe Pesci’s character in Martin Scorsese’s 1995 film Casino was based on Spilotro. Original wedding album from Spilotro’s marriage to Nancy Stuart in January 1960, 9.25 x 8.5, consisting of 30 photos from the event. Scattered soiling to the covers, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2155. Willie Sutton. Master bank robber (1901–1980) nicknamed ‘The Actor’ for his success in eluding capture through the use of disguises and odd mannerisms. Felt tip signature and inscription, “Sept. 24, 1976, To David Fowler, with best wishes for happiness and success that will surpass your fondest dreams, Willie Sutton,” on an off-white 5.75 x 9 half-title page removed from his autobiography, Where the Money Was. Also includes an original vintage glossy 10 x 8 press photo of Sutton being booked by the Brooklyn police, stamp-dated February 29, 1952, on the reverse. In overall fine condition, with scattered creases and crazing to the photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2157. Albert Anastasia. Notorious mobster (1902–1957) known as the ‘executioner’ of Murder, Inc. Three original vintage glossy press photos, each approximately 7.5 x 8.5, with various affixed captions, notations, and news stamps to reverse. Two show Anastasia deceased on the floor of a barbershop after being assassinated in broad daylight (1957), and one shows him after pleading guilty for tax evasion (1955). Normal news use and wear, including production marks and notes, and a crease to the 1955 photo, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2156. Willie Sutton. Original wanted poster issued by the FBI on April 27, 1951, 8 x 8, featuring images of Sutton’s fingerprints and mug shots, as well as a physical description. The poster charges him with “Bank Robbery” and “Unlawful Flight to Avoid Confinement (Armed Robbery),” and warns that “Sutton is believed to be armed and is considered extremely dangerous.” Also bears a couple original ink notations, including one denoting the suspect’s apprehension on February 18, 1952, in Brooklyn. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and tack holes to the top. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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2158. Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter and Jacob Shapiro. Buchalter (1897–1944) and Shapiro (1899–1947) were racketeering partners who established the Murder, Inc., organization. Original vintage glossy 8.5 x 6.5 press photo of Buchalter’s and Shapiro’s mug shots side-by-side, bearing an affixed caption and 1937 date stamp to reverse. A few creases and light rippling to edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2161. Stanley ‘Gus’ Gusciora. Member of the gang responsible for the armed robbery of the Brink’s Building in Boston on January 17, 1950; at the time this was the largest heist in the history of the US and billed as ‘the crime of the century.’ Original glossy 5 x 3 mug shot of Gusciora, filled out in type on the reverse with a physical description and personal details, dated January 3, 1948. Also includes an original glossy 7 x 9 press photo of a reporter posing in a similar mask as the Brink’s robbers, bearing an affixed caption and news stamps to the reverse. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2159. Mickey Cohen. Four original vintage glossy press photos, each approximately 8 x 10, with inherent captions to borders and news stamps or notations to reverse. Two show the aftermath of the bombing of his home in an assassination attempt (1950), one depicts him displaying his gun collection (1951), and one shows him boarding a prison boat en route to Alcatraz (1962). Overall crazing to both 1950 photos and various production marks and notes, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2162. J. Edgar H o o v e r. Vi n t a g e matte-finish 8.75 x 11.25 photo, signed and inscribed “To Frederick L. Sternburg, Best regards, J. Edgar Hoover, 1/30/37.” In very good condition, with creasing and mounting remnants to edges and light overall silvering to background of image. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
2160. Frank Costello. Collection of approximately 53 photos, consisting primarily of glossy press photos, most 7 x 9 or 8 x 10, dated between 1943 and 1961 (majority early 1950s), many bearing inherent captions to the borders. Most photos show Costello in court or conferring with lawyers, and others include him leaving prison, speaking to reporters, and giving money to a panhandler. In overall fine condition, with normal news use and wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2163. Meyer Lansky. Legendary organized crime leader (1902–1983) who headed the notorious ‘enforcement’ syndicate Murder, Inc., which emerged in the early 1930s as successor to the warring Prohibition gangs and the oldline Mafia, and continued to operate into the 1950s. Two original vintage glossy press photos of Lansky, 7.75 x 10 and 9 x 7, each bearing inherent captions to the borders, stamp-dated on the reverse 1952 and 1973. In overall fine condition, with normal news use and wear, including production marks and notes. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
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2164. Lucky Luciano. New York Mafia boss (1897–1962) instrumental in the development of organized crime in the US; he was responsible for splitting the Mafia into five different crime families. Seven original vintage glossy press photos of Luciano, ranging in size from 4.5 x 6.75 to 8 x 10, most bearing affixed captions and news stamps to reverse. Photos include a mug shot-type portrait and images of Luciano under arrest, after leaving prison, and being deported, and are dated between 1946 and 1954. In overall fine condition, with normal news use and wear, including production marks and notes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2165. Mobsters. Twelve photos of different well-known mobsters, consisting of glossy press photos and printed wire photos, ranging in size from 7 x 8.75 to 11 x 8.25, including images of Joseph Colombo (2), Joseph Bonanno, Sam DeCavalcante (6), Vito Genovese, and John Gotti (2). Many are stamp-dated and bear affixed captions to the reverse, with dates ranging from 1958 to 1992. In overall fine condition, with normal news use and wear, including production marks and notes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2166. Mobsters and Criminals. Collection of approximately 32 original vintage press photos of various sizes and finishes related to different mobsters, most bearing affixed captions and news stamps to reverse. Dates range from 1935 to 1971, with the vast majority dating to the 1930s or 1950s, and subjects include Pretty Boy Floyd’s submachine gun, John Dillinger’s death mask, Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter, Abe Reles, Johnny Dio, Alvin Karpis, Irving Cohen, Joseph Colombo, and various law enforcement agents and crime scenes. In overall fine condition, with normal news use and wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2167. Mobsters: Coll, Adonis, Castellano. Four original vintage glossy press photos, ranging in size from 5 x 7 to 8 x 10, each with affixed captions and news stamps to reverse. Photos show Vincent ‘Mad Dog’ Coll (1932), Joe Adonis (1950), Paul Castellano (1959), and the wife of Jack Diamond (1930). In overall fine condition, with expected wear from production use. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2168. Prohibition. Four original circa 1920s vintage glossy press photos, ranging in size from 8 x 6 to 6.5 x 8.5, each bearing affixed c a ptions and news stamps to reverse. All are from the Keystone View Company and depict shipments of alcohol, a prohibition agent testing the strength of confiscated liquor, and the aftermath of a ‘moonshine raid,’ and a device used for the surreptitious transport of booze. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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2169. Arnold Rothstein. Kingpin of the Jewish mob in New York, widely believed to have had a hand in fixing the 1919 World Series (1882– 1928). Original vintage glossy 10 x 8 composite photo montage of Rothstein, including images of his face, grave site, a revolver, a sketch of his murder, and his suspected killer, Nate Raymond. Reverse bears an original pencil notation, “Rothstein layout with Nigger Nate Raymond & wife,” dated April 4, 1929. In fine condition, with expected wear from production use. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2172. Willie Sutton. Master bank robber (1901–1980) nicknamed ‘The Actor’ for his success in eluding capture through the use of disguises and odd mannerisms. Original glossy 4.5 x 3 mug shot photo of Sutton in a Philadelphia prison in 1945, stamp-dated March 10, 1950, on the reverse. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2170. Dutch Schultz. New York mobster (born Arthur Flegenheimer in 1901) involved in bootlegging and the numbers racket; he was assassinated by the Mafia in 1935. Original vintage glossy 4.25 x 7 press photo of Schultz, bearing an affixed caption and 1934 date stamp to reverse. Scattered marks and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2171. Bugsy Siegel: Virginia Hill. Chicago Outfit courier famous for being the girlfriend of Bugsy Siegel (1916–1966). Original vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hill locked out of her home after finding it seized by federal agents for tax evasion, bearing an inherent caption to the right border and news stamps to reverse. Some creasing and crazing to borders (hardly affecting the image), otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2173. Joseph Valachi. The first Mafia member to publicly acknowledge its existence (1903–1971). Nine original vintage glossy press photos related to Valachi, most approximately 8 x 10, all stampdated on the reverse. Photos include a mug shot-type portrait, many of Valachi arriving and testifying in court, and one of his wife, and are dated between 1963 and 1971. In overall fine condition, with normal news use and wear, including production marks and notes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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NYPD Detective Eugene Canevari 1920s–1950s Organized Crime Archive The following fifty lots are part of an impressive archive of material originating from New York City detective Eugene Canevari. With a career beginning in 1928 at the age of 25, the NYPD cop eventually rose to the rank of Detective 2nd Grade, mainly through his work on organized crime. An NYC native, born in Greenwich Village, he was on a first name basis with many of the mobsters he later prosecuted, having known several since childhood. In addition to organized crime, he also worked on the NYPD Bomb Squad and Homicide Unit, not to mention his undercover work infiltrating Communist organizations. Beyond the force, he also protected several celebrities including FDR, James Cagney, and Winston Churchill. After a long and successful career, Canevari retired in 1952, at the age of 49, having served nearly 25 years on the force. This unique collection of material which completes our mobster section, offers a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into the private life of an NYPD detective during organized crime’s heydey, most specifically the 1930s. Including items from such well-known names as Lucky Luciano, Vincent ‘Mad Dog’ Coll, Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter, and Johnny Torrio, pieces of special note are: spectacular original mugshots, one-of-a-kind crime scene photos, official wanted posters, and the painstakingly detailed private writings of the accomplished detective. Providing never-before-seen insight into Canevari’s career, spanning all the way from the 1920s–1950s, this offering is a rare chance to own a unique piece of history from Gangland’s pique era.
Terrifying extortion letters: “Every day you will have a surprise when you least expect it” 2174. Black Hand Extortion Letters. Black Hand was a method of extortion that involved sending a letter to the victim, usually threatening severe harm unless a certain amount of money was delivered to a specific place. Two similar handwritten letters in Italian, signed “Nero Mano [Black Hand],” each one page, 6.75 x 8.5, Western Union letterhead, no date but postmarked February 27 and 28, 1930. Both letters feature sketches of menacing black hands, and mention “Genovese.” Accompanied by both original mailing envelopes. Also includes five typed translations of other similar letters (most on NYPD letterhead), and four evidence photos of Black Hand letters. One translation, in part: “Dear damn fool and stupid is what you are, if you don’t do what you are supposed to do… we will show death with your own eyes…every day you will have a surprise when you least expect it.” In overall fine condition. An incredible window into the methods used by mobsters at the height of their power. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2175. Joe Adonis. New York mobster (1902– 1971) influential in the rise of the modern Cosa Nostra. Original glossy 5.5 x 3.25 mug shot photo of Adonis, filled out with a physical description and personal details on the reverse, listing his name as “Joseph A. Doto,” crime as “Asst. & Robbery,” occupation as “Auto Dealer,” and date of arrest as “September 16, 1937.” In fine condition, with creasing to corners. As a part of his criminal empire, Adonis owned a number of car dealerships in New Jersey, where customers were intimidated into buying ‘protection insurance’ for their vehicle. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2176. Al Capone Gang Bomb Squad. A clipped newspaper article describes a bold undercover operation by Canevari during which he “presented himself as a member of Al Capone’s gang and explained he needed a bomb to exterminate some rival gangsters…[Razzano] Prosperino agreed to sell him a suitable bomb for $250.” The subsequent arrest earned Canevari a promotion. Includes an original glossy 3.75 x 7 full-length mug shot photo showing Prosperino in a suit, bearing a typed notation to the reverse with a physical description and his alleged crime, in part: “Defendant was arrested…for possession and offering for sale a Bomb.” Typed police report describes the course of the trial in which he was acquitted, five pages, 8.5 x 11, dated between January and April 1931. In overall fine condition, with unobtrusive creases to photo and expected wear to documents. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Lineup of the murderous ‘Mad Dog’ and his men 2177. Vincent ‘Mad Dog’ Coll. Notorious Irish-American mob hitman (1908–1932) who had been recruited to assassinate Lucky Luciano in a plot foiled by a tip-off. Coll was assassinated by rivals while in a phone booth at age 23. Original glossy 9 x 5.75 police lineup photo displaying six men, identified on the reverse from left to right as “1. Dominick Odierno…2. John Sherman…3. Michael Altavese…4. Philip Gussow…5. Michael Basile…6. Vincent Coll.” In very good condition, with tack holes to the borders (affecting only the background) and paper loss to the lower left corner. Odierno and Basile were associates of Coll and all three were charged in connection with the shooting death of Michael Vengalli, a five-year-old child. Coll earned his nickname in the aftermath, when New York City Mayor Jimmy Walker dubbed him ‘Mad Dog.’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2178. Vincent ‘Mad Dog’ Coll. Notorious Irish-American mob hitman (1908–1932) who had been recruited to assassinate Lucky Luciano in a plot foiled by a tip-off. Coll was assassinated by rivals while in a phone booth at age 23. Original glossy 4.5 x 3.25 mug shot photo of Coll, bearing an inherent caption to the lower border with a physical description. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
2179. Criminal Information Photos. Collection of approximately 28 original mug shot-style photos, ranging in size from 1.5 x 2.5 to 7.5 x 3.75, featuring various wanted criminals, most with names and information inherent to the photo. Some crimes include “Triple Murder,” “Drug Store Robberies,” and “Con Man.” In overall fine condition, with expected general wear. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
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2181. Murder Inc: Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter. NYPD police information bulletin, dated May 6, 1938, 4.5 x 7.5, 14 pages, featuring mug shots and descriptions of wanted criminals from throughout the city. One perpetrator featured is Louis Buchalter of Murder, Inc., who is “Wanted for Conspiracy and Extortion.” Indictments for others include murder, forgery, and grand larceny. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)
2182. Murder Inc: Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter’. Head of the Mafia hit squad Murder, Inc., during the 1930s (1897–1944). Original glossy 4.5 x 3.25 mug shot photo of Buchalter, bearing an inherent caption identifying him with an alias, “Louis Buckhouse,” indicating a charge of homicide and date of October 19, 1927. In fine condition. The homicide charge stemmed from a drive-by shooting on October 15, in which Buchalter and his henchmen assassinated a rival, Jacob ‘Little Augie’ Orgen. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Luciano’s definitive 1931 mug shot 2180. Lucky Luciano. New York Mafia boss (1897–1962) instrumental in the development of organized crime in the US; he was responsible for splitting the Mafia into five different crime families. Original glossy 5 x 3 mug shot photo of Luciano, filled out with a physical description and personal details on the reverse, listing his name as “Charles Luciano,” crime as “Fel Asslt,” occupation as “Chauffeur,” and date of arrest as “Feb-2-1931.” In fine condition. In this instance, Luciano was indicted on two counts of assault in the first degree, both of which were dismissed. This mug shot is probably the most iconic image of Luciano, and clearly shows the droopy eye which he suffered as a result of an earlier stabbing. a major turning point came later in 1931, when Joe Masseria was assassinated at Luciano’s command, allowing him to take over as the first official boss of the Genovese crime family. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2183. Murder Inc: Bugsy Siegel. Siegel was one of the most influential figures in the history of organized crime, and married Esta Krakower in 1929. Handwritten note, one page on an off-white 5.25 x 6.5 sheet. A list of known gangsters and addresses. In full (spelling retained): “Esther Ben Siegel 201 W. 85 St., Frank Costello 65 Central Park West Tra 7-7246, Louis Fox Windermere Hotel outgoing calls, Det. McManus.” In fine condition. Costello was a similarly influential gangster who controlled a vast gambling empire, and Fox was a lieutenant for Charles Solomon, a Boston bootlegger. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2184. Murder Inc: Bugsy Siegel. NYPD list of automobile licenses, one page, 8 x 10.5, no date. List of licenses “found in apartment of Benjamin Schnieder,” including “3C8172 N. Y. Lincoln Coupe Ben Seigel 712 Crown Street Bklyn.” Two horizontal storage folds with slight separations, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2186. Murder Inc: Abraham Wagner. Bootlegger-turned-informant who fled to St. Paul, Minnesota, and disguised his identity to avoid the pursuing New York Mafia; his plot failed, and Lucky Luciano successfully contracted with Murder, Inc., to assassinate him. Original glossy 5.5 x 3.25 mug shot photo of Wagner, filled out with sparse details on the reverse, “Abraham Wagner, 7/25/32 Shot & Killed, St. Paul Minn.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2187. New England Wanted Posters: 1930s. Seven wanted posters issued throughout the 1930s, ranging in size from 8 x 8 to 8.25 x 11, featuring images, descriptions, and fingerprints of the wanted suspects. Five of the men were wanted for murder, one for grand larceny, and one for a pair of men who held up a Sears and Roebuck store. Storage folds (some with slight separations), and creasing to a few, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2185. Murder Inc: Meyer Lansky and Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter. The ‘enforcement arm’ of the mob responsible for between 400 and 1000 contract killings, headed by Lansky and Buchalter. Original New York Police Department document entitled “Known Racketeers,” three pages, 9.25 x 8.5, listing the names, aliases, addresses, hang-outs, and specific rackets of various criminals. Included on the list are “Buckalter, Louis ‘Lepkie,’ [sic]” involved in the “Union” racket, and “Lansky, Meyer ‘Little Meyer,’” who is involved in “Booze.” In fine condition, with two horizontal storage folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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“Take the money and let him run” 2188. Dutch Schultz. New York mobster (born Arthur Flegenheimer in 1901) involved in bootlegging and the numbers racket; he was assassinated by the Mafia in 1935. Typed deposition, two pages, 8 x 13, February 14, 1935. Canevari’s deposition regarding an incident with Dutch Schultz. In part: “Mr. Troy asked me about taking the money from Flegenheimer at the station house on June 18, 1931…Flegenheimer had told me that I didn’t have any right to take that money from him, and I insisted that I did. I remember hearing Salke say that Flegenheimer told him to take the money and let him run.” Sheets are joined at the top by a paperclip. In fine condition, with expected document wear. On June 18, Schultz had been involved in a gunfight with New York detectives Stephen DiRosa and Julius Salke. During his arrest, Schultz was found with $19,000 on his person and tried to bribe the officer for his release; evidently Canevari confiscated this money from Schultz once the officers brought him back to the station. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Schultz’s famous last words 2189. Dutch Schultz. New York mobster (born Arthur Flegenheimer in 1901) involved in bootlegging and the numbers racket; he was assassinated by the Mafia in 1935. Typed police report, one page, 8 x 10.5, no date but circa 1935. Report on the shooting of Dutch Schultz. In part: “A Tavern and Restaurant…was entered by three men and upon going to the rear of restaurant opened fire…four men received gun shot wounds of the body and were removed to Newark City Hospital…The following are notes taken by a member of the Newark Police Dept., at the bedside of Dutch Schultz, while he was talking irrationally, in a semi-conscious condition. ‘Please leave me alone Bugs, I was never a bad guy in my life, I’m not a rat. Tough sweating. Aranson, fuck him the dirty rat I’ll get him. Augie, I always though you were a rat but I did not think you would do this.’” The report concludes with a description of three unidentified suspects in the shooting. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Schultz’s rambling last words became famous, and have been referenced and parodied in many works since. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
Capone’s mentor before being freed on a record $100,000 bail
2190. Johnny Torrio. Incredibly influential mobster who mentored Al Capone and helped build the ‘Chicago Outfit’ in the 1920s (1882–1957). Crystal-clear original glossy 5.5 x 3.25 mug shot photo of Torrio, filled out with a physical description and personal details on the reverse, listing his crime as “Forging In,” occupation as “Real Estate,” and date of arrest as “4-28-36,” although the date on the identification card in the photo is April 22, 1936. In fine condition, with a small tear to the lower border. Torrio was arrested on a forgery indictment for passing a bad promissory note; he subsequently plead guilty to income tax evasion and served two years in prison. This particular arrest made headlines throughout the nation, as bail was set at a whopping $100,000—which Torrio’s wife quickly delivered to the courthouse in cash. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2191. Dutch Schultz. New York mobster (born Arthur Flegenheimer in 1901) involved in bootlegging and the numbers racket; he was assassinated by the Mafia in 1935. NYPD police information bulletin, no date, 4.5 x 7.5, 12 pages, featuring mug shots and descriptions of wanted criminals from throughout the city. One perpetrator featured is “Arthur Flegenheimer, aliases Dutch Schultz,” who is “Wanted for Violation of Federal Income Tax Law.” Schultz’s image, along with many others, are stamped “Cancelled,” presumably as a result of apprehension or death. Indictments for others include murder, forgery, and grand larceny. In fine condition. In very good condition, with the cover absent, a vertical fold, and ink staining to the lower right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2192. Wanted Poster: Vivian Gordon. Woman (1891– 1931) associated with numerous gangsters who was involved in blackmailing and money lending, found beaten and strangled in a New York park. The investigation that followed became a citywide obsession. Original poster issued requesting information about Vivian Gordon, dated March 6, 1931, 10 x 11.5, featuring two images of her and a description of what she was last seen wearing. In part: “At the time she was last seen she wore black velvet dress, collar and cuffs trimmed with cream colored lace. Cheap ornamental bar pin… with imitation green jade circle size of 10-cent piece.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and a small tear to the right edge. Gordon had been discovered murdered on February 25, 1931, and this poster was distributed in an effort to trace her movements. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2193. Wanted Posters: 1930. Tw o o r i g i n a l identical mattefinish photos of wanted posters, 8 x 10, featuring mug shots and physical descriptions of three suspects wanted for the murder of John G. Finiello during a brewery raid on September 19, 1930. In overall very good condition, with two horizontal storage folds to both, and a few tears to edges of one. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2194. Madeline Webb. Actress who moved to New York in search of fame on the stage, but fell in love with jewelry thief Eli Schonbrun. They were convicted of murder in a sensational trial after a woman was found bound, gagged, and suffocated after the robbery of an expensive diamond ring. Four identical original glossy photos, each approximately 3 x 6, showing Webb in fancy dress (presumably from her career as an actress), bearing an inherent caption to the lower border, “Madeline Webb, Case 160—17 Squad.” One has a handwritten notation to reverse: “Sentenced to life imprisonment, found guilty of murder, 1st degree killing of.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2195. NYPD Bomb Squad: Hamilton Fish III. New York congressman (1888–1991) whose grandfather served as Grant’s secretary of state. Typed police report, one page, 8 x 10.5, March 30, 1931. Report on an assignment to bodyguard Hamilton Fish III. In part: “Congressman Hamilton Fish…proceeded to the Cooper Union Institute…and debated with Mr. Norman Thomas, on the subject of Communism…There were no disturbances or disorders attending the appearance of Mr. Fish.” In fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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2196.NYPD Bomb Squad: Franklin D. Roosevelt. Typed police report signed “Eugene S. Canevari,” one page, 8 x 10.5, January 17, 1933.” Canveri reports on a bomb scare involving Franklin D. Roosevelt. In part: “Two suspicious packages had been received…addressed to President-Elect Franklyn [sic] D. Roosevelt…the undersigned…examined the two packages in question…Nothing suspicious.” Canevari found that one package contained “two books,” and the other contained “numerous letters addressed to the President-Elect.” In fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
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2198. NYPD Communist Meetings. Fascinating collection of NYPD reports and documents related to Communist meetings and events, dated from throughout the 1930s. Canevari had gone undercover as “Gene Malatesta” in order to infiltrate these meetings and make reports. Consists of over 50 pieces (many original carbon copies), primarily typed police reports and anonymous tips, a few booklets and documents in Russian, and Canevari’s Communist Party of the U. S. A booklet identifying him by his undercover name “Gene Malatesta.” One report references a ceremony for Steve Katovis, a communist killed during a demonstration, in part: “The body is draped in a Red Flag marked Communist Party… There are three pictures at the head of the coffin one of which is Lenin.” Another report, in part: “Speakers dwelt on for all the workers to join the International Labor Defense.” A complaint report, in part: “Try to know who really is the gentleman…Pierto Certo…arrived in this country with a false American Passport under another name. To day is a very dangerous Anarchist and a big Bottlegger [sic].” Another report, in part: “The International Anarchistic element may attempt some terroristic act at the forth coming wedding between H. R. H. Prince Humbert of Italy and Princess Marie Jose of Belgium.” In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
“A confidential investigation relative to the making and selling of Bombs” 2197. NYPD Bombs. Collection of NYPD reports and documents from Canevari’s time on the bomb squad, many related to bomb investigations, dated from throughout the 1930s. Consists of over 40 pieces (many carbon copies), including typed police reports and witness testimony. One testimonial, in part: “I could see sticks of dynamite…the end not connected with the wires was up against the east rail on three, and two wires coming out of the other end of the bomb were laying in the dynamite box.” Another report, in part: “Investigation shows…hand grenade was empty and harmless apparently a war relic.” Another, in part: “I accompanied Detective Eugene S. Canevari…while making a confidential investigation relative to the making and selling of Bombs at Somerville, N. J.” In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2199. NYPD Call Log and Complaint Reports. Collection of NYPD documents related to various complaint reports, dated from throughout the 1930s. Consists of ten pieces (some original carbon copies), primarily typed reports and logs. One complaint report, in part: “One P. Traversa is to sail from the United States with the intention of committing an attempt against the life of Premier Mussolini.” Other reports reference the suspicious disappearance of a doctor and an illegal Italian resident. Also includes typed instructions for installing a covert phone tap, as well as 23 pages of phone call transcripts, apparently resulting from the tap. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2200. NYPD Crime Booking Cards. Collection of over 60 booking cards, most approximately 6 x 4 and dated throughout the 1930s, each filled out with the personal details of an apprehended suspect. Some interesting descriptions of crimes and charges include “defrauded the government,” “dice without a permit,” “Fel. Asslt. #13 (Ice Pick),” “Sending annoying letters,” “Smoking on a boat,” and “Stabbing her husband.” In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2201. NYPD Crime Index: Luciano, Siegel, and Valachi. Luciano and Siegel were two of the most influential figures in the history of organized crime; Valachi was the first Mafia member to publicly acknowledge its existence. Original New York Police Department crime index, three pages, 8.5 x 13, listing the names, aliases, addresses, and crimes of a variety of crooks and criminals throughout the city. Included on the list are “Luciano, Charles ‘Lucky’…Racketeer,” “Siegel, Benjamin ‘Bugs’” as a racketeer, and “Valachi, Joseph ‘Cargo,’” whose crime is unlisted. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2202. NYPD Gambling. Cryptic anonymous tip letter in pencil, one page, 5.25 x 7, no date. In part (spelling and grammar retained): “Hear is a tip for you. Card and dice game ran by tow man Mic. or Mix and Al… Get Net Green to talk Als girls name Cil…Same gangers Place was Raided on feb 15 W 72 St.” Also includes the presumed original mailing envelope, postmarked April 2, 1930, and a newspaper clipping about a shooting at an illicit gambling event. In very good condition, with moderate blocks of toning to letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2203. NYPD Investigative Writings. Enormous collection of well over 100 pieces, consisting primarily of Canevari’s handwritten notes and typed reports related to various NYPD investigations. Also includes business cards, crime scene sketches, booking cards, and letters. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)
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Behind the scenes of the NYPD homicide department 2204. NYPD Homicide. Large collection of NYPD reports and documents related to homicide cases, dated from throughout the 1930s. Consists of over 50 pieces (many original carbon copies), including typed police and autopsy reports, a few anonymous tips, and a sketched diagram of a crime scene. Causes of death from various reports include “stab wounds of the chest,” “poisoning,” “discharged 32. Cal. Automatic,” and “a gun-shot wound in left chest.” An anonymous tip, in part: “Pick up Mr. Willie Albert the bond’s man and his brother Urey Albert they can tell you more about murdered people than any policeman.” In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2205. NYPD Loan Shark. Typed deposition, 37 pages, 8 x 10.25, no date. Deposition of an alleged loan shark, Christopher O’Connor, who had been taking advantage of longshoremen and was arrested by Canevari in an undercover sting. In part: “Have you ever been convicted of any crime? A. Well, I was fined $500. Q. You were fined? A. $500. Q. For what? A. For lending out money. Q. Loan sharking? A. Yes. Q. Did you plead guilty at that time? A. I forget now what it was.” Includes two newspaper clippings describing Canevari’s operation, in which he spent “two weeks on the water front, half-shaven and in work-clothes, mingling with stevedores. Most of this time…was spent either in O’Connor’s company or in trailing him.” In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
A window into the details of NYPD investigations 2206. NYPD Mobster Complaint Reports and Papers. Collection of NYPD reports and documents related to mobsters and complaints, dated from throughout the 1930s. Consists of over 60 pieces (many original carbon copies), primarily typed police reports and complaints, as well as handwritten notes and some court documents. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Extremely graphic homicide photos
Classic gangsters pose for New York’s Finest
2207. NYPD Mafia Crime Scene Photos. Collection of approximately 30 photos (primarily glossy), various sizes, showing gruesome crime scenes, most being of deceased bodies in suspected homicides. In overall fine condition. A gory look at the capabilities of criminals. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2209. NYPD Mobster Lineup Photos. Collection of 16 original glossy police lineup photos, ranging in size from 2.25 x 6.25 to 9 x 6.75, all featuring full-length shots of people in custody. Many have a classic ‘mobster’ look, with titled fedoras, dark suits, and scarred faces. In overall very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and trimmed edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2208. NYPD Mobster Criminal Records. Collection of NYPD documents related to various criminals and suspects, dated from throughout the 1930s. Consists of over 40 pieces (some original carbon copies), primarily typed reports and documents, Canevari’s handwritten notes, lists of known criminals, and the criminal records of various prisoners. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2210. NYPD Mobster Mug Shots. Collection of approximately 41 original mug shot photos, most approximately 5 x 3, featuring various suspected criminals, most with physical descriptions and personal information filled out on the reverse. Crimes listed include “Poss. Revolver,” “Forgery,” “Counterfeit Money,” “Rec. Stolen Goods,” and “Stench Bomb.” In overall fine condition, with expected general wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2211. NYPD Mobster Mug Shots. Collection of approximately 50 original mug shot photos, most approximately 5 x 3, featuring various suspected criminals, most with physical descriptions and personal information filled out on the reverse. Crimes listed include “Burglary,” “Narcotics & Revolver,” “Homicide,” “Coercion,” and “Assault & Robbery.” In overall fine condition, with expected general wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2212. NYPD Mobster Mug Shots. Collection of approximately 34 original mug shot photos, most approximately 5 x 3, featuring various suspected criminals, most with physical descriptions and personal information filled out on the reverse. Crimes listed include “Homicide,” “Vagrancy,” “Assault & Robbery,” “Gr. Larceny,” and “Harrison Act.” One notable criminal included is Jacob Schaffer, charged with homicide, whose description lists him as a “Lepke asso”; Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter was the head of Murder, Inc. In overall fine condition, with expected general wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2213. NYPD Mobster Mug Shots. Collection of approximately 31 original mug shot photos, most approximately 5 x 3, featuring various suspected criminals, most with physical descriptions and personal information filled out on the reverse. Crimes listed include “Robbery,” “Conspiracy,” “Homicide Gun,” “Narcotics,” and “Fugitive.” One notable criminal included is Willie Moretti, an underboss of the Genovese crime family and a cousin of Frank Costello. In overall fine condition, with expected general wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2214. NYPD Mobster Mug Shots. Collection of approximately 37 original mug shot photos, most approximately 5 x 3, featuring various suspected criminals, most with physical descriptions and personal information filled out on the reverse. Crimes listed include “Robbery (Gun),” “Att. Burg. Tools,” “Fel. Asslt. Mischief,” “Narcotic Peddler,” “Rape,” and “Homicide.” One notable criminal included is Danny Immaschia, an associate of Dutch Schultz who was killed in a gunfight with police. In overall fine condition, with expected general wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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Captivating archive of witness statements and interrogations 2215. NYPD Testimony. Large collection of NYPD reports and documents related to interrogations and witness testimonies, dated between the 1920s and 1950s. Consists of approximately 27 pieces, primarily including typed and handwritten police reports and witness lists. One memo, in part: “The defendant answered: ‘I had her in there and dragged her out into the hall…I’m not going to say no more.” Another report, in part: “‘I then turned around and seen Georgio DiScalo come at me with a knife and attempt to stab me…I then pulled my knife from my back pocket and stabbed him.’” In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2216. NYPD Official Rosters. Seven official NYPD rosters dated between 1930 and 1936, each 3.5 x 5.5, including names and phone numbers of officers and detectives throughout various districts. Also includes Canevari’s official pass to the 1939 World’s Fair, a pamphlet on resuscitation methods, and an NYPD bulletin recognizing honorable feats by various officers. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2217. NYPD Oversized Wanted Posters. Eight wanted posters issued throughout the 1930s (some undated), two identical, ranging in size from 8 x 10.5 to 11 x 14, featuring images, descriptions, and fingerprints of the wanted suspects. Charges include grand larceny, burglary and jailbreak, counterfeiting, murder, theft, and international forgery. Storage folds (some with slight separations), and creasing to a few, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2218. NYPD Train Track Bombing. Fascinating collection related to an attempted train bombing, consisting of five original glossy photos, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, and seven typed witness statements, each one page on an 8 x 13 sheet, most dated February 15, 1930. Photos show dynamite on train tracks and the surrounding area described by witnesses. One witness statement, in part: “There was a box of dynamite with a bomb wired up ready to explode…I volunteered to go down and take it out of the way as quickly as possible…I collected the sticks of dynamite…The full sticks of dynamite I put back in the box.” Another, in part: “I looked down and I saw it was dynamite and said get away it is dynamite…When I got down on the track I took a stick in my hand and I looked at it. Then I knew it was dynamite.” In overall fine condition, with expected general wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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2219. NYPD Wanted Posters: 1927– 1929. Five wanted posters issued between 1927 and 1929, each 8 x 8, featuring images and descriptions of wanted suspects and missing persons. One was a prison escapee, two were wanted for murder, one for counterfeiting, and one was a missing child. Also includes an original Buffalo police department for a suspect previously charged with murder, larceny, and extortion, featuring his mug shot and description on the front and original fingerprints to the reverse. In overall fine condition, with central storage folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2221. NYPD Wanted Posters: 1929. Seven wanted posters issued in 1929, each 8 x 8, featuring images and fingerprints of the suspects. Four of the men were wanted for murder, one for embezzlement, one for robbery, and one for grand larceny. One poster is for Hyman Biller, charged “with the shooting at the Park Central Hotel…of Arnold Rothstein, who subsequently died from the wounds inflicted.” Rothstein was a mob kingpin thought to have had a hand in fixing the 1919 World Series. In overall fine condition, with central storage folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
2220. NYPD Wanted Information Bulletins. Six complete NYPD bulletins issued throughout the 1930s (three identical), each 4.5 x 7.5, featuring descriptions and images of wanted suspects. The three identical booklets feature Louis ‘Lepke’ Buchalter as one of the wanted men. Also includes various individual pages removed from other bulletins. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)
2222. NYPD Wanted Posters: 1931. Five wanted posters issued in 1931, two of which are identical, each 8 x 8, featuring images, descriptions, and fingerprints of the wanted suspects. Three of the men were wanted for murder, and one for assault and robbery. Central storage folds (three posters with full separations), otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Enormous archive from decades as an NYPD detective 2223. NYPD: Eugene Canevari. Impressive archive of Canevari’s papers, consisting of well over 80 pieces dated between the 1930s and 1950s, primarily typed reports, handwritten notes, letters, newspapers related to his investigations, and his 1937 Long Island Railroad Company identification card, listing him as “Shield No. 1338, Hom[icide] Sqd.” Also includes a few early police manuals that offer insight into the procedures and methods of the NYPD in the 1930s. In overall very good to fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the parties’ agreement, and the parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator’s award may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction. This agreement and any claims shall be determined and construed under New Hampshire law. RR Auction is in compliance, to the fullest extent possible, with New Hampshire procedures regarding the bonding of auctioneers. Auctioneer and Auction: 1. This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the catalog or on the www.RRauction.com Internet site (the “Auctioneer”). The Auction is conducted under these Terms and Conditions of Sale and applicable state and local law. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Terms and Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed catalog. Bidder/Bidders: 2. “Bidder” or “Bidders” shall mean the original Bidder of the property from RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal. 3. The rights granted to Bidders under these Terms and Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise. Any attempt to assign or transfer any such rights shall be absolutely void and unenforceable. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Terms and Conditions of Sale. 4. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgment that the Terms and Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder. 5. Any person participating or registering for the Auction agrees to be bound by and accepts these Terms and Conditions of Sale. 6. All Bidders must meet Auctioneer’s qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of RR Auction may be disqualified at RR Auction’s sole option and will not be awarded lots. Such determination may be made by RR Auction in its sole and unlimited discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction. RR Auction reserves the right to exclude any person from the auction. 7. If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid. 8. By accepting the Terms and Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction Credit: 9. In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established credit with the Auctioneer must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply valid credit card information, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should pre-register before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Credit will be granted at the discretion of Auctioneer. Additionally Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide their social security number or the last four digits thereof so a credit check may
be performed prior to Auctioneer’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by pre-approval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction.com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the auction venue. Buyer’s Premium: 10. All bids are subject to a Buyer’s Premium which is in addition to the placed successful bid. The buyer’s premium will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the Bidder as part of the total purchase price. The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 20% Buyer’s Premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots if payment is made by cash, check or wire payments. RR Auction may accept a current and valid VISA or MasterCard, credit or debit cards and/or PayPal for payment for winning bids under $5,000.00, but under the express condition that any property purchased by credit or debit card shall not be refundable, returnable, or exchangeable, and that no credit to Buyer’s credit or debit card account will be issued under any circumstances. In addition, there will be an additional 2.5% buyer’s Premium for Bidders who chose to pay via credit card or Paypal for invoices of $5,000 or less. The last sentence constitutes RR Auction’s “official policy” regarding returns, refunds, and exchanges where credit or debit cards are used. For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been actually received by RR Auction, i.e., check has fully cleared or credit or debit card funds fully obtained. Unless otherwise agreed in a writing signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later. Bidding: 11. By submitting a bid, whether online, in person, by mail, by phone, by facsimile or through an employee or agent, the Bidder acknowledges (i) receipt of the catalogue, (ii) that the Bidder has read the Terms and Conditions of Sale and the descriptions for the lots on which they have bid, and (iii) that they agree to adhere to these Terms and Conditions of Sale. 12. Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s), rather than the strict reliance as to what is represented in this Catalogue, online or elsewhere. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS OF VALUATION CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES. 13. RR AUCTION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is the maximum (plus the 20% Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and the Auctioneer has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake. 14. If the description of any lot in the catalogue is incorrect (e.g. gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the sale date. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT BY REASON OF LACK OF AUTHENTICITY, UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. 15. All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder. 16. Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder. RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder. 17. It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all RISK OF LOSS once the lot(s) is in Bidder’s possession.
18. Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder further grants RR Auction a purchase money security interest in such sums or items to the extent applicable, and agrees to execute such documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued expenses, until the indebtedness is paid. 19. By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction. 20. RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders. 21. If a dispute arises concerning ownership of a lot that has been bid upon during the course of the sale, RR Auction reserves the right to commence a statutory interpleader proceeding at the expense of the Consignor and successful Bidder and any other applicable party, and in such event shall be entitled to its reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. 22. In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased, RR Auction agrees to reimburse any Bidder in an amount equal to the successful bid price actually paid by Bidder at auction plus any Buyer’s Commission actually paid, in full and complete satisfaction of all claims, which once tendered by RR Auction, relieves and releases RR Auction from any responsibility whatsoever to the Bidder, even if the instrument is not cashed or is returned. Bidding Options: 23. Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to podium, fax, phone and mail bids) are treated similar to floor bids in that they must be onincrement. Any podium, fax, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered your high bid. 24. When identical mail or FAX bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. Auctioneer is not responsible for executing mail bids or FAX bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is Auctioneer responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, FAX, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins. 25. In internet only Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of the auctioneer. 26. RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid. Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless the Auctioneer directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s). Bidders participating in both live and online auctions acknowledge that the law provides for substantial penalties in the form of treble damages and attorneys’ fees and costs for those who violate these provisions. For live auctions the auctioneer will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between bidders. The auctioneer will determine the successful bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or
lots in dispute. RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises our sale record is conclusive. Payment: 27. Subject to fulfillment of all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale set forth herein, at the close of the Auction, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction, and such bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as we may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than thirteen (13) business days following its sale and if it is not so removed, (i) a handling charge of 1% of the total purchase price per month from the 13th day after the sale until its removal will be payable to RR Auction by the Bidder, with a minimum of 5% of the total purchase price for any property not so removed within 60 days after the sale, and (ii) RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder. 28. Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. Auctioneer reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, Auctioneer’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay Auctioneer its fees (seller’s and buyer’s premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot. 29. All sales are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders, and are subject to all reporting requirements). All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) business day hold, and ten (10) days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via Check, personal or corporate checks. All others will be subject to a hold of five (5) days, or more, for the funds to clear prior to releasing merchandise. 30. In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via Check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment. 31. If any Auction invoice submitted by Auctioneer is not paid in full when due, the unpaid balance will bear interest at the highest rate permitted by law from the date of invoice until paid. Any invoice not paid when due will bear a one and one-half per cent (1.5%) late fee on the invoice amount. If the Auctioneer refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the buyer agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by Auctioneer. If Auctioneer assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys. 32. If any applicable conditions herein are not complied with the Bidder will be in default and in addition to any and all other remedies available to RR Auction and the Consignor by law, including, without limitation, the right to hold the Bidder liable for the total purchase price, including all fees, charges and expenses more fully set forth herein, RR Auction, may (a) cancel the sale of that, or any other lots sold to the defaulting Bidder at the same or any other auction, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the Bidder, or (b) resell the purchased property, whether at public auction or by private sale, or (c) effect any combination thereof. In any case, the Bidder will be liable for any deficiency, any and all costs, handling charges, late charges, ex-
penses of both sales, RR Auction’s commissions on both sales at our regular rates, legal fees and expenses, collection fees and incidental damages. RR Auction may apply any proceeds of sale then due or thereafter becoming due to the Bidder from RR Auction or any affiliated company, or any payment made by the Bidder to RR Auction or any affiliated company, where or not intended to reduce the Bidder’s obligations with respect to the unpaid lot or lots, to the deficiency and any other amounts due to RR Auction or any affiliated companies. In addition, a defaulting Bidder will be deemed to have granted and assigned to RR Auction a continuing security interest of first priority in any property or money of RR Auction’s owing to such Bidder in RR Auction’s possession, and RR Auction may retain and apply such property or money as collateral security for the obligations due to RR Auction. Payment will not be deemed to have been made in full until RR Auction has collected good funds. In the event the Bidder fails to pay any or all of the total purchase price for any lot and RR Auction elects to pay the Consignor any portion of the sale proceeds, the Bidder acknowledges that RR Auction shall have all of the rights of the Consignor to pursue the Bidder for any amounts paid to the Consignor, whether at law, in equity, or under these Terms and Conditions of Sale. 33. Auctioneer shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the buyer to secure payment of the Auction invoice. Auctioneer is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the buyer then held by the Auctioneer or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due the Auctioneer or affiliates from the buyer. With respect to these lien rights, Auctioneer shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the buyer waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against the Auctioneer and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice. If a Bidder owes Auctioneer or its affiliates on any account, Auctioneer and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession. 34. Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the buyer to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper. 35. Please send PayPal payments to FinanceDepartment@rrauction. com. All checks, cashiers checks or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company, LLC. Orders paid by cashier check, money order, wire, Pay Pal or credit card are shipped upon receipt. Wire Information: Account number: 003880291609 Company name: R & R Auction Company, LLC Routing/Transit (ABA) Number: 0260-0959-3 SWIFT Address: BOFAUS3N Bank Address: Bank of America 500 Amherst Street Nashua, NH 03063 Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: 36. Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. Auctioneer is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that Service and Handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to the credit card on file with Auctioneer. 37. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to the Auctioneer for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price together with its buyer’s premium and Auctioneer shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Buyers on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs.
Title: 38. On the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction but fully subject to Buyer’s compliance with all of the terms of the Conditions of Sale and the Registration Form. Rights Reserved: 39. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the auction, and/or to postpone the auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone. Conducting the Auction: 40. RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the auction sale or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages. 41. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time, even after the hammer has fallen, until the Bidder has taken physical possession of the lot. No Consignor who has registered to bid at the sale (or at any other time unless otherwise provided in the consignment agreement), or any Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have a right to claim any consequential damages if a lot is withdrawn, even after the sale. 42. The highest qualified Bidder recognized by the Auctioneer shall be the Buyer. In the event of a tie bid, the earliest bid received or recognized wins. In the event of any dispute between any Bidders at an Auction, Auctioneer may at his sole discretion reoffer the lot. Auctioneer’s decision and declaration of the winning Bidder shall be final and binding upon all Bidders. Bids properly offered, whether by floor Bidder or other means of bidding, may on occasion be missed or go unrecognized; in such cases, the Auctioneer may declare the recognized bid accepted as the winning bid, regardless of whether a competing bid may have been higher. Auctioneer reserves the right after the hammer falls to accept bids and reopen bidding for bids placed through the Internet or otherwise. 43. Lots bearing bidding estimates shall open at Auctioneer’s discretion. In the event that no bid meets or exceeds that opening amount, the lot shall pass as unsold. 44. All items are to be purchased per lot as numerically indicated and no lots will be broken unless decided by RR Auction. Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw, prior to the close, any lots from the Auction. 45. Auctioneer reserves the right to rescind the sale in the event of nonpayment, breach of a warranty, disputed ownership, failure to execute the reserve, auctioneer’s clerical error or omission in exercising bids and reserves, or for any other reason and in Auctioneer’s sole discretion. 46. Auctioneer occasionally experiences Internet and/or Server service outages, and Auctioneer periodically schedules system downtime for maintenance and other purposes, during which Bidders cannot participate or place bids. If such outages occur, RR Auction may at our discretion extend bidding for the Auction. Bidders unable to place their Bids through the Internet are directed to contact Client Services at 1-603-732-4280. 47. The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. Internet Auction – Extended bidding & the 30 Minute Rule: 48. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into effect. 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. 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. Auctioneer’s Discretion: 49. RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. The auctioneer has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between bidders or if the auctioneer has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful bidder in the event of a dispute between bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. The auctioneer also may reject any bid and withdraw the lot from sale if the auctioneer decides either that any opening bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale. Reserves: 50. Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. Off-Site Bidding: 51. Bidding by telephone, facsimile-transmission (fax-in), on-line, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form. RR Auction’ Remedies: 52. Failure of the Bidder/Buyer to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder/Buyer liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder/Buyer’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Buyer as damages (the Bidder/Buyer understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages; (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder/Buyer interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half per cent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’ rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting buyer shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such buyer is the successful bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any buyer failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed
to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such buyer’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’ possession owned by such buyer. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the state of New Hampshire. Warranties: 53. RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders or Buyers, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided for in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchant ability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Buyer acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title. 54. All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Generally Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices. 55. Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly. 56. FIREARMS. Auctioneer complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm. Important Notice: Many identical versions of props and costumes are created for film and television productions in the normal course of a production. RR Auction does not warrant or represent that the screen shots referenced are exact images of the offered item (unless specifically noted in the written description). Use of a screen shot does not constitute a warranty or representation of authenticity or provenance. There is not a right of return or refund based upon a claim arising out of or pertaining to any reference to a screen shot. 57. Lots and property are not returnable to RR Auction for any reason except under Buyer’s limited Remedies set forth in Sections 58 and 59 below and under the express terms and conditions of Section 58. Limitation of Damages: 58. In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Buyer or Buyer is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Buyer. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost.
Unauthorized Statements: 59. Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Terms and Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on the Registration Form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied on by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction. Buyer’s Remedies: 60. Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. The terms and conditions of sale herein described shall be enforced in accordance with, and governed by the laws of the State of New Hampshire. 61. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Buyer in conformity with Sections 51-55 (“Warranties”) and 56 (“Limitation of Damages”) herein, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Buyer by law. The Buyer hereby accepts the benefit of the consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the consignor for the Buyer’s benefit. In the event that Buyer proves in writing to RR Auction satisfaction that there was a breach of the consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Buyer, RR Auction shall make demand upon the consignor to pay to Buyer the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Buyer within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the consignor to Buyer and assign to Buyer all of RR Auction’ rights against the consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Buyer only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances. 62. All Lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. On any lot presented with a Certificate of Authenticity (“COA”) issued by RR Auction, that warranty insures only to the original Bidder (as shown in Auctioneer’s records) “Bidder”. Bidder may not transfer the rights afforded under the COA and it is null and void when Bidder transfers or attempts to transfer the lot. The COA warranty is valid from date of the auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot to five (5) years after its purchase. The COA warranty is valid as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage. The Bidder as well as their heirs, successors and assigns is also given an unconditional lifetime guaranteed that allows the present owner of any lot purchased through RR Auction the right to consign with RR Auction. When the lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (or its equivalent) from a third-party authentication provider, buyer has no right of return. On lots not accompanied by third-party authentication or under extremely limited circumstances not including authenticity (e.g. gross cataloging error), a Bidder who did not bid from the floor may request Auctioneer to evaluate voiding a sale; such request must be made in writing detailing the alleged gross error, and submission of the lot to Auctioneer must be pre-approved by Auctioneer. A Bidder must notify the appropriate department head in writing of the Bidder’s request within three (3) days of the non-floor bidder’s receipt of the lot. Any lot that is to be evaluated for return must be received at the office of RR Auction within 35 days after Auction. AFTER THAT 35 DAY PERIOD, NO LOT MAY BE RETURNED FOR ANY REASONS. Lots
returned must be in the same condition as when sold and must include any Certificate of Authenticity. If a bidder wishes to challenge the Letter of Authenticity within the five (5) year warranty period, Bidder must present with the claim, authoritative written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If Auctioneer concurs that the lot is not as represented, Bidder shall be refunded their purchase price. If the Auctioneer denies the claim, the Bidder may file the dispute with the American Arbitration Association with locale in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in the State of New Hampshire. The challenge to Authenticity must be brought within one (1) year if the Auctioneer denies the claim. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Specifically, the COA provided by RR Auction, does not provide for incidental or consequential damages or other indirect damages. Any lot sold with a certificate of authenticity or other warranty from an entity other than Auctioneer is subject to such issuing entity’s rules and such conditions are the sole remedy afforded to Bidder. For information as to third party authentication warranties the bidder is directed to contact RR Auction. RR Auction’ Additional Services: 63. For Buyers who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’ premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Buyers, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Buyer. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, RR Auction will include an administration charge. Headings: 64. Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Entire Agreement: 65. These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties. 66. If any section of these Terms and Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. 67. These Terms and Conditions of Sale and the auction shall be construed and enforced in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of New Hampshire, whether or not the auction is and these Terms and Conditions of Sale are fully performed in New Hampshire.
AUCTION GENERAL GUIDELINES Conditions of Sale: Before you bid, you must read the Terms and Conditions of Sale, immediately preceding these pages. They represent a contract between RR Auction and you, and they contain important terms and conditions
such as jurisdiction, payment terms, warranties and remedies. The Conditions of Sale are controlling over these general guidelines in the event of any conflicts between their respective terms. Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction. In other instances, estimate prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimates are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the buyer’s premium or sales tax (see under separate heading). Reserves: The reserve is the minimum price the seller is willing to accept and below which a lot will not be sold. Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction. Buyer’s Premium and Sales Tax: The actual purchase price will be the sum of the final bid price plus the buyer’s premium of 20% of the hammer price plus applicable shipping, convenience and handling charges. In addition, there will be an additional 2.5% buyer’s Premium for Bidders who chose to pay via credit card or Paypal for invoices of $5,000 or less. Before the Auction: You may attend pre-sale viewing for all of our auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. You are encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. You may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment. Contact Information: 5 Rt 101A, Suite 5 • Amherst, NH 03031 Local/International: 1-603-732-4280 Local/Int’l fax: 1-603-732-4288 Website: www.RRAuction.com Email bidding: Bid@RRAuction.com Hours of Operation: Office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. eastern standard time; 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. You must acknowledge having read your agreement with all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale prior to your registration and prior to your bidding on any lot. Bidding Live Auction: Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor at or above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. Maximum Bids – Internet Auction Only: 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 under bidder’s bid. Bid Increments: Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10% or at the discretion of the auctioneer. Checking Bids – Internet Auction Only: 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 effect 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. Callbacks – Internet Auction Only: 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. Bidding - Internet Auction: To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. If you have questions about this feature, please call RR Auction well in advance of the auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not and cannot be responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through the following services: www.artfact.com and www.icollector.com. On some occasions beyond the control of RR Auction, the bid software or the Internet itself may not physically keep up with the pace of the auction. In order to help avoid disappointment, RR Auction recommends placing a realistic absentee bid now. Since Artfact and iCollector (hereinfafter referred to as “Third Party sites”) bids are not shown to RR Auction until RR Auction opens the lot on the floor, RR Auction treats those bids the same as floor or telephone bids. In most cases, however, the floor and/or telephone responds before the Third Party sites bid is presented, due to Live Internet bid software or Internet lag time, so for consistency it is RR Auction’ policy that floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over Third Party sites bids with floor bids being considered before telephone bids. Also please note that all RR Auction lots purchased through the Third Party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. RR Auction strongly urges the bidder to resolve any questions about these policies or their implementation PRIOR TO BIDDING. Successful Bids: The fall of the auctioneer’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the buyer. If your salesroom or absentee bid is successful, you will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice. Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the consignor. The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. After the Auction - Payment: You are expected to pay for your purchases in full within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. (See Generally “Payment” §27 through 35 of the Term
and Conditions of Sale). Shipping: After payment has been made in full, RR Auction may, as a service to buyers, arrange to have property packed, insured and shipped at your request and expense. For shipping information, please contact RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. In circumstances in which RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, we will also include an administration charge. Packages shipped internationally will have full value declared on shipping form. (See Generally “Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges” §36 and 37 of the Term and Conditions of Sale). 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: $0–$100..........................................$10 $101–$500.......................................$15 $501–$1,000....................................$20 $1,001–$3,000.................................$35 $3,001–$10,000...............................$45 Over $10,000.................................$100 Additional Cataloging, Warranties and Disclaimers: NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY DESCRIPTION CONTAINED IN THIS AUCTION OR ANY SECOND OPINE. Any description of the items or second opinion contained in this Auction is for the sole purpose of identifying the items for those Bidders who do not have the opportunity to view the lots prior to bidding, and no description of items has been made part of the basis of the bargain or has created any express warranty that the goods would conform to any description made by Auctioneer. Color variations can be expected in any electronic or printed imaging, and are not grounds for the return of any lot. Auctioneer is selling only such right or title to the items being sold as Auctioneer may have by virtue of consignment agreements on the date of auction and disclaims any warranty of title to the Property. Auctioneer disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purposes. All images, descriptions, sales data, and archival records are the exclusive property of Auctioneer, and may be used by Auctioneer for advertising, promotion, archival records, and any other uses deemed appropriate. Release: In consideration of participation in the Auction and the placing of a bid, Bidder expressly releases Auctioneer, its officers, directors and employees, its affiliates, and its outside experts that provide second opinion, from any and all claims, cause of action, chose of action, whether at law or equity or any arbitration or mediation rights existing under the rules of any professional society or affiliation based upon the assigned description, or a derivative theory, breach of warranty express or implied, representation or other matter set forth within these Terms and Conditions of Auction or otherwise. In the event of a claim, Bidder agrees that such rights and privileges conferred therein are strictly construed as specifically declared herein; e.g., authenticity, gross cataloging error, etc. and is the exclusive remedy. Bidder, by non-compliance to these express terms of a granted remedy, shall waive any claim against Auctioneer. Some Property sold by Auctioneer are inherently dangerous e.g. firearms, and items that may be swallowed or ingested or may have latent defects all of which may cause harm to a person. Bidder accepts all risk of loss or damage from its purchase of these items and Auctioneer disclaims any liability whether under contract or tort for damages and losses, direct or inconsequential, and expressly disclaims any warranty as to safety or usage of any lot sold. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Provision: Bidder and RR Auction agree that any agreements between the Bidder and RR Auction including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Amherst, New Hampshire, which is where the agreements are to be performed and the auction to take place,
no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. Both RR Auction and the Bidder agree that any disputes under these Conditions of Sale, the subject matter hereof, the entering into, or any aspect of the auction, shall be exclusively governed by New Hampshire law, and that any and all claims or actions shall be brought and maintained only in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. THE PARTIES EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY. The Bidder hereby consents that any dispute shall be presented in confidential binding arbitration before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The Bidder and RR Auction herby agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in the State of New Hampshire. Any dispute, claim, cause of action must be brought within one (1) year of the alleged breach, default or misrepresentation or the claim is waived. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Both Bidder and RR Auction agree that these provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute specifically including third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder, and that absent such agreement, RR Auction would not permit Bidder to bid hereunder. Any violation of the terms of this Paragraph shall entitle RR Auction to reasonable attorney fees and litigation costs in addition to all other available remedies, all of which remain reserved. The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the parties’ agreement, and the parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator’s award may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction. This agreement and any claims shall be determined and construed under New Hampshire law. Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize the Auctioneer’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, Auctioneer reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement. Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available. Rules of Construction: Auctioneer presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Terms and Conditions of Auction by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.
TERMINOLOGY
Condition: Each item in the catalog is described with a statement of opinion 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 Stacey Jordan (Stacey.Jordan@RRAuction.com). Matted and 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. Abbreviations and Terms: ALS - Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed by the given personality) ANS - Autograph Note Signed (a shorter ALS) AQS - Autograph Quotation Signed AMQS - Autograph Musical Quotation Signed DS - Document Signed Endorsement - A signature on the reverse of a check, or a signature on a document indicationg approval or further instructions Ephemera - An unsigned item FDC - First Day Cover Inscribed - “Personalized” ISP - Inscribed Signed Photograph LS - Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality) Souvenir Typescript - An excerpt from a speech, book, film, etc. or an account of an incident, typed by a collector and signed by the individual noted SP - Signed Photograph Sweet spot - The area on the baseball where the stitched lines are closest together. TLS - Typed Letter Signed Book Grading: Fine (F) - unused, no damage Near Fine (NF) - one or two very minor flaws Very Good (VG) - some signs of wear, but overall sound Good (G) - well-worn but complete Poor (P) - heavily worn, sufficient as a “Reading Copy” All defects will be noted. For complete book grading guide, please check online.
GALLERIES Most categories in this catalog are divided into two sections—a preliminary section which contains items with complete descriptions, and a following GALLERY section, made up of a clean grid of great items listed only with lot numbers, names, and minimum bids. Complete descriptions, larger images, and additional images (if any) are available for every gallery item at www.RRAuction.com.
WEB EXCLUSIVES Another new feature of the auction are web exclusive items, offered for bidding only online. These items don’t appear in the printed catalogs, but are available solely through the website, where you will also find their complete descriptions and images. Web Exclusive items can be found in their own category within the navigation area on the left side of the home page, further broken down into subcategories (President, Notables, Military, etc).
Web Exclusives (144)
Find the Web Exclusives fast on the left navigation bar.
These items will also show up alphabetically within their respective categories when doing a usual gallery search. For example, doing a gallery search in Sports would show all items in that category—both items shown in the print catalog and all Sports Web Exclusives—sorted alphabetically.
make sure your consignment is on board for our next voyage
Once again, RR Auction is seeking rare, Titanic-related artifacts, ephemera, and documents for our next Titanic Auction. In our previous auction, a single item fetched over $185,000. For a free consignment appraisal, email Bob Eaton at Bob.Eaton@RRAuction.com or call (603) 732-4280.
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