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AUTHENTICATORS AND CONSULTANTS JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES
John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, was a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*
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STEVE ZARELLI AUTHENTICATION
Steve Zarelli is a recognized authority in the field of astronaut autographs. His findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference Relics of the Space Race, and he has contributed articles to the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine, Autograph Times magazine, and the UACC signature study Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph. Zarelli Space Authentication also provides authentication consulting services to James Spence Authentication (JSA), Sportscard Guaranty Authentic (SGC), and PSA/DNA Authentication. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*
ROGER EPPERSON SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED/REAL
Roger has an extensive background as a full-time dealer in autographs and collectibles, and is a trusted authenticator in all areas of contemporary music. When supported by the REAL logo and Roger’s name, music-related autographs assume an added value. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*
PHIL SEARS COLLECTIBLES
For over 20 years Phil Sears has been the recognized world authority on Walt Disney’s autograph habits. Included among Phil-sears.com customers are the Walt Disney Company and the Walt Disney Family Museum. Sears’s items have been featured in Autograph Collector magazine, E Ticket magazine, Collect! magazine, and the biography Walt Disney’s Missouri. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*
FRANK CAIAZZO, BEATLES AUTOGRAPHS
Frank is the world’s leading authority on Beatles signed and handwritten material. Since he began his study in 1986, he has amassed the largest file of signed examples on the planet. Through decades of focused and diligent research, he has acquired great skill in identifying authentic Beatles autographs, and also has gained the insight necessary to accurately approximate the era in which they were signed.
RENATO SAGGIORI
With more than 50 years in the European autograph market, Renato is considered an expert on the manuscripts of European royalty, scientists, painters, and writers. He is also considered the leading authority on papal autographs and manuscripts. His 2006 book, The Popes - Five Centuries of Signatures, is an indispensible reference tool.
BRIAN GREEN AND MARIA GREEN, BRIAN AND MARIA GREEN CIVIL WAR SIGNATURES
With more than 45 years combined experience in the field, Brian and Maria are two of the nation’s leading experts in Civil War autographs and manuscripts.
JAMES CAMNER
James is a leading classical music autograph dealer. With more than 35 years experience, he is a founding member of PADA, an authenticator for PSA/DNA, a member of the ABAA, and an author of over ten published books on related subjects.
RICH CONSOLA
Rich has studied Elvis Presley’s handwriting and signature for nearly 20 years, which has placed him in the forefront of Presley authenticators worldwide.
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CONTENTS Innovators of Man and Machine .........................................................................4 Presidents and First Ladies ..............................................................................40 Notables ...........................................................................................................69 Military ............................................................................................................107 Aviation ...........................................................................................................116 Space .............................................................................................................119 Art, Architecture, and Design ..........................................................................123 Literature ........................................................................................................136 Music ..............................................................................................................148 Classic Entertainment.....................................................................................166 The u ik
ollection .......................................................................................178
Sports .............................................................................................................196 Conditions of Sale ..........................................................................................202
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innovators of man and machine Rare letter from the patriarch of the brilliant Bernoullis
1. Johann Bernoulli.
In uential Swiss mathematician (1667–1748) known for his contributions to in nitesimal calculus. Rare LS in French, signed “Bernoulli Pere,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.25, August 2, 1742. Letter to Jean-Jacques d’ rtous de Mairan, secretary of the Royal Academy of Sciences in Paris. In full (translated): “I take so much pleasure in reading all which comes from your pen, that I would be very sorry if any of your production would escape me. The praise from Cardinal of Polignac even if it is only a small piece, is not however the one which gives you less honor and I would have believed having made a chef d’oeuvre if it had been from my way. I know too well how my suffrage is of little weight, above all when it comes to elo uence, to tell you this by way of compliment, this is so true that I do not hesitate to add, that there are maybe two or three passages in the whole speech that I could not have admired if another one than you Sir had been the author, but your authority prevails. My sons requested me to present their obedience and thanks to you.” In very good condition, with paper loss to hinge and integral address leaf. The recipient, Jean Jac ues de Mairan, was himself a noted scientist who made discoveries in several elds including astronomy and biology. The three sons that Bernoulli mentions at the end of his letter were also brilliant mathematicians: Nicolaus studied probability and was a friend of eonhard Euler Daniel made signi cant progress in uid mechanics and Johann II succeeded his father as professor of mathematics at the University of Basel. An extraordinary association piece between titans of the sciences. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
2. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon. French naturalist, mathematician, and author (1707–1788). Manuscript DS in French, signed “Leclerc de Buffon,” one page, .2 . , January , 17 . Untranslated nancial document. In ne condition, with a crease to the upper right corner. Accompanied by an unsigned 1 th century engraving. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“I observe they have given me more honor than what I think belongs to me” 3. James Watt. British
engineer (1736-1819) who developed an ef cient steam engine which was a universal source of power and provided one of the most essential technological components of the early industrial revolution. The unit of power known as a watt’ was named after him. ALS, one page, 8 x 10, September 5, 1784. Letter to musician and notable Watt benefactor Joah Bates, in full: “Having received from Mr. Brown the daily advertiser containing the address of the Millers committee in which I observe they have given me more honor than what I think belongs to me, and seem to direct their whole argument to the overthrowing our patent, on the supposition we have communicated our exclusive privilege to the company, I have thought it necessary to remove that imputation by a publick advertisement in the same paper, as we should be ruined could any legal advantage be got by them in that matter, and I cannot suppose that any of the Gentlemen concerned could wish us to be injured by our endeavours to advance the interests of the concern. I have desired Mr. Brown to bring the advertisement to you & to leave it with you for your consideration as I am by no means satis ed with the draught yet & do not wish it to be published untill I write again. And in the mean time I also wish you would turn your thoughts towards a proper answer on the part of the A. M. Company [Albion Mills I remain with best respects to Mrs. ates & other friends. Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Watt’s own hand. In ne condition, with a few light seal related stains, and a repaired seal related tear to the integral address leaf. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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Rare letter from the famous hot air balloon inventor, written to a future casualty of the Revolution 4. Jacques-Etienne Montgolfier. ALS in French, signed Montgol er, one page, 7.7 , May 2 , 17 . Letter to Jean-Jacques Froulle, in part (translated): “I have been instructed by Mr. Leclerc, knight of the Order of the King, to send you a few reams of large eagle. Enclosed is an order to take away a bundle from Orleans. Please pay the carriage and duties for it; Mr. Leclerc will credit you for the amount by subtracting it from the price. The remainder of the commission he charged me with will follow…I am eagerly awaiting this opportunity to offer you my services, sir.” Reverse of second integral page bears a partial address panel in another hand. In very good to ne condition, with intersecting folds, a couple passing through portions of signature, a few small spots, and a thin strip of moderate toning along right edge, not affecting the legibility. Born into a reputable family of paper manufacturers in Annonay, in Ardeche, France, brothers JacquesEtienne and Joseph Michel Montgol er put their small town on the map in June of 1783 when they successfully carried out the rst public unmanned hot air balloon ight there ve months later, before a distinguished crowd including King Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, and Ben Franklin, they would demonstrate the rst free ight by humans in their balloon. With their family elevated to the nobility, Etienne continued his work with the paper mill, whose business is displayed in this letter, as he sends “a few reams of large eagle” (a paper format) to printer and bookseller Jean Jac ues Froulle. A decade later during the French Revolution, Froulle would nd himself on the chopping block—literally—after writing and printing an account of the death of Louis XVI. An incredibly rare letter regarding the early aviator’s family business. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
5. Claude Louis Berthollet. French chemist (1748–1822) whose contributions include the analysis of ammonia and prussic acid, and the discovery of the bleaching properties of chlorine. Manuscript DS in French, signed “Berthollet,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, September 20, 1794. Untranslated document issued by the ommission of Agriculture and the Arts. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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6. Pierre-Simon Laplace. French scholar whose work
was important to the development of mathematics, statistics, physics, and astronomy (1749-1827). Desirable untranslated LS in French, signed “Laplace,” one page both sides, 7 x .2 , Senat onservateur letterhead, June 2 , 1 0 . In ne condition, with scattered light foxing, and some light toning. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
8. Jean-Nicolas Corvisart. French physician (1755–1821)
who gained a reputation as an expert in cardiology and was Napoleon’s personal physician. Untranslated A S in French, signed “Corvisart,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9.25, July 15, 1816. In very good condition, with moderate overall foxing and old tape along the left edge. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
7. Antonio Scarpa. Italian anatomist (1752–1832) who wrote several important treatises on a wide range of anatomical and medical subjects. ALS in Italian, signed “A. Scarpa,” one page, 7.5 x 10, December 29, 1808. Letter to Giorgio Passega, a famous surgeon at the hospital in Ferrara, in part (translated): “Your letter has reached me in Milan, though where I found myself for a month to follow the delivery of the vice ueen. I am in nitely grateful for the sentiments of friendship that you keep for me, and I am also grateful for the information that you send.” He goes on to discuss at length his work on hernias, asking the surgeon’s advice. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered holes from ink erosion throughout the text, show-through from address panel to reverse, and expected paper loss to bottom edge from seal removal. The following year, Scarpa published Sull’ernie memorie anatomic chirurgiche, a treatise on the hernia his supplemental work on it contained the rst discussion of the perineal hernia. Three years later he published another authoritative work on the sub ect. A rare letter boasting e ceptional medical content. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Humboldt’s geologic studies
9. Alexander von Humboldt. erman naturalist and e plorer 17 1 who wrote osmos, a massive ve volume study which attempted to unify the various branches of man’s knowledge. A S in French, signed umboldt, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 4.75, no date [likely circa 1822-23]. Letter to mineralogist Louis-Benjamin Fleuriau de Bellevue, sending his friend Fourier’s book, in part translated In which the problem of heat movement is completely solved. Ridges and edges are special cases only…You will also see in paragraph 52 that the author believes as I do that the heat cannot be compared to any uid, water in oil I am asking you to please let me visit you on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Includes multiple detailed geological sketches and diagrams rst set is four pages on two ad oining sheets, 12.7 , featuring descriptions of earth formations (clay, chalky, and lignite); a large diagram related to the superposition of rocks, with descriptions of each one’s appearance and type sketches of landscapes and numerous small sketches of various earth and rock te tures, including granite, syenite, gypsum, and limestone; and another sketch of a superposition diagram on an off-white 7 x 9.5 sheet. In overall ne condition. Accompanied by a large print entitled A Proportional and Tabular iew of the Superior, Supermedial, and Medial Rocks.’ After his wide travels in Latin America at the turn of the century, Humboldt began work on what would become a 21-year project, describing the lands he e plored on his ourney for the rst time from a modern scienti c point of view. e found the intellectual and social stimuli he craved in the vibrant cultural center of Paris, where he mingled with some of science’s greatest minds, including Joseph Fourier. With this letter to noted mineralogist and geologist Louis-Benjamin Fleuriau, Humboldt is most likely passing on Fourier’s Th orie Analyti ue de la haleur The Analytic Theory of eat , published in 1 22, which reasoned that the ow of heat between two ad acent molecules is proportional to the e tremely small difference of their temperatures the book made ma or contributions to mathematics and physics, including the law of heat conduction, now known as Fourier’s law. eyond the e cellent association to this ma or scienti c gure, umboldt’s detailed geological sketches hold e traordinary value. Known for his extensive theories on magnetism, volcanicity, seismology, and tectonics, his work on rock formations is incredibly important and incredibly beautiful, in these hand sketched pieces. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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11. Samuel F. B. Morse. Early ALS
10. Alexandre Brongniart. French chemist, mineralogist, and zoologist (1770–1847). ALS in French, signed “A. Brongniart,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, July 12, [no year]. Untranslated letter mentioning zoologi ue. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
signed “Sam. F. B. Morse,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, March 19, 1825. Letter to his father, Jedidiah Morse, in full: “On board the Packet Sloop ornelia ap’t emmenway, (by which vessel I drop this line in case she arrives before my letter by the mail you will nd Two barrels ne bottling cider, and two groce of velvet corks. Three parcels in all.” In ne condition, with repairs on the reverse to the intersecting folds. At this time, Samuel Morse was pursuing his career as a painter and was president of the National Academy of Design in New York. His father, who died the following year, was a noted geographer and ongregational minister. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Early 1838 Colt autograph letter— three years after his invention of the revolver 12. Samuel Colt. Inventor of the Colt revolver and founder of the Colt Firearms Company (1814–1862). Rare ALS signed “Samuel Colt & Son,” one page, 7.75 x 9.25, March 22, 1838. Letter to “John S. Clark, Agent of the Hartford & New Haven Rail Road Company,” in part: “Below you have bill of Rail Road ties Shipt on board Sloop Eleanor Cap. Wm. Bartme and when delivered you will pleas pay him the 40 pr cent which you was to pay as fast as delivered…[clerical notations summing up the bill]…Sir you will see that this load averages more than 0 cts as we called them by 7. which will make due on this load ninety eight Dollars & Seventy four cents we have given Capt. William Bartme an order for the above amount due on this load.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in olt’s hand. In ne condition, with light soiling and short tears along the left edge. olt’s invention of the revolver came ust three years earlier in 1 , and his olt’s Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing ompany, founded in 1 , revolutionized not only rearms manufacture but industrial manufacturing as a whole, utilizing concepts such as the assembly line, interchangeable parts, and division of labor. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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13. Francois Arago.
French Catalan mathematician, physicist, a s t r o n o m e r, and politician (1786–1853). Partly-printed DS in French, signed “F. Arago,” one page, 7.75 x 10, July 3, 1843. Untranslated certificate issued by the “Institut de France, Academie Royale des Sciences. In ne condition, with trimmed edges and scattered light soiling. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
14. Peter Cooper. Versatile American industrialist, inventor, and politician 17 1 1 who designed the rst steam locomotive built in the United States. Partly-printed DS, one page, 9.25 x 7.25, January 1844. New York Public School certi cate, in part This Premium was presented to Maria Nunns as a testimonial of the approbation of her Teacher & the School Committee for regular & punctual attendance with correct deportment and diligent attention to her studies.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by Cooper as a member of the committee, and also signed by the student’s teacher. In ne condition, with some light staining. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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15. Justus Liebig. Ger-
man chemist and professor (1803– 1873) who made overwhelming contributions in the fields of agricultural and biological chemistry. ADS in German, signed “Dr. Just. Liebig,” one page, 7 x 12.5, March 22, 1849. A testimonial written for Heinrich Adolf von Bardeleben, in which Liebig, as a professor at the University of Giessen, attests to his pro ciency in chemistry and his excellence in studies at the university. The document is endorsed and sealed at the bottom by a secretary of the university. In ne condition, with trimmed edges and creasing to the top. Bardeleben had studied medicine at the Universities of Heidelberg, Giessen, Paris, and Berlin, receiving his doctorate in 1841 with a thesis on the construction of ductless glands. He became an associate professor at the University of Giessen in 1848, followed by an appointment as a full professor of surgery at the University of reifswald in 1 . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
16. Claude Bernard. Eminent French physiologist (1813–
1 7 who was one of the rst to suggest the use of blind e periments to ensure the ob ectivity of scienti c observations. Untranslated ALS in French, one page both sides, 4 x 5.25, personal letterhead, no date. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Rare letter from the rubber pioneer 17. Charles Goodyear. American inventor (1800-1860) whose development of the vulcanization process revolutionized the rubber industry. ALS signed “Chas. Goodyear,” one page both sides, , September 22, 1 . etter to Dr. Dorr, in full I have rec’d yr favor of the 17th inst. I will endeavor to follow your directions, as my judgment coincides with yours. I must confess that I have been negligent as to taking the Iodide of Potassium. Please give further directions as to how I shall come at the douche and the electric machine. I have already contracted for a pool to be built on my vacant lot under the stables in part. I shall then have a douche of my own. I hoped to have written you on the subject of india–rubber, but it is night again when I have received your letter and I will postpone once more. Thinking for the day you will perhaps attend to ordering the clasp and hoops for a bag with the lid like the model you took…P.S. My feet are better and I am otherwise improving. . In ne condition. oodyear died less than a year after writing this letter; in 1898, nearly four decades after his death, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company was founded and named after oodyear by Frank Seiberling. nly the second oodyear letter we have ever offered. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Morse presents a copy of his 1867 report on the Telegraphic Apparatus
18. Michael Faraday. British physicist and chemist (1791–1867) best known for his development of the rst dynamo and the discovery of electromagnetic induction. ALS signed “M. Faraday,” one page, 4.5 x 7, blindstamped Royal Institute of Great Britain letterhead, April 29, 1862. Letter to James Melvill, in part: “I beg to acknowledge the receipt of the second part of the publication…and to return my sincere thanks for the kindness which has sent it to me. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
19. Samuel F. B. Morse. Rare signed book: Examination of the Telegraphic Apparatus and the Process in Telegraphy. Washington, DC: overnment Printing f ce, 1 . Softcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 166 pages. Signed and inscribed on the front cover in bold ink, “Presented to Mr. D’Aligny, with the respects of Prof. S. F. B. Morse.” The book has six chapters, including, Telegraphs,’ Semaphores,’ odes,’ and Information Concerning Telegraphs in Various ountries,’ and si appendices. In very good to ne condition, with the cover showing a small tear to its lower edge, and light edge chipping; interior pages are all clean. Appointed US Commissioner to the 1867 Paris Universal Exposition, Morse prepared this detailed report to provide a history of the development of the telegraph, a survey of current technology, and information on the extent of telegraphic services throughout the world. D’Aligny, to whom this copy was presented, was a noted landscape painter who at the time of his death was director of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts; interestingly, though Morse is best remembered for his work in telegraphy, he rst rose to prominence as a portrait painter. An important presentation with superb association to Morse’s most famous and revolutionary invention. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 11
While compiling “the new English edition of The Origin,” Darwin considers translating “The Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle” and other works 20. Charles Darwin. LS signed “Ch. Darwin,”
ve pages on three sheets, last page slightly smaller), personal letterhead, April 4, 1866. Letter to Rudolf Suchsland, the son of German publisher Friedrich Emil Suchsland, in full: “I have not heard from Mr. Schweizerbart so cannot give a de nitive answer to your father; but the more I think on the subject the more I feel that I am bound not in any way to support another edition. For this reason alone I am sorry to say that I cannot offer to send clean sheets of the new English edition of The Origin as they are printed off; and the corrections & additions are so numerous that they c’d be sent in no other way. With respect to your enquiry about my other works; in your list you give the same book twice over with different titles. My Journal of Researches &c was translated in 1844 into German by Dr. Diefenbach (Viewig & Sons Braunschweig) but the translation was made from the rst English edition. The 2nd Ed. was considerably condensed & improved & was published under the above title of Journal of Researches’ & has had so very large a sale in English viz. 10,000 copies that it might possibly be worth re translating into German.The Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle is a very large book with most expensive illustrations. My work on Cirripedia consists of 2 thick Vols with numerous illustrations. It is obviously out of the question to think of translating either of these works.My geological works consist of 3 thin Vols, now I believe always sold by Smith & Elder bound together in one thick Vol. These consist of The Structure & distribution of oral Reefs.’ This is a work of some interest, & if my name had formerly been known in ermany and have been worth translation. The other two parts consist of eological observe. on olcanic Island’ & eolog. bserv. on South America.’ My work on the contrivances by which orchids are fertilized has been translated into German-at towards the close of last year I published in the Journal of the innean Soc. & separately a little book on the Movements & habits of limbing Plants,’ of which I send you a copy. I cannot suppose that this w’d be worth translation, although formerly 2 little books appeared in ermany on this subject, & I may add that this treatise has been highly spoken of by Botanists. If it were translated, which I repeat I do not think w’d answer, it might be worth while to add three papers by me published in the innean Journal on a very curious sub ect namely Dimorphism & Trimorphism in plants & which has been a good deal discussed in erman scienti c periodicals. I will write again as soon as I hear from Mr. Schweizerbart but I have hardly any doubt that he will agree to my proposals.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered light foxing and toning, and a tear to the top of the last page (affecting three lines of writing). At this time Darwin was preparing his fourth English edition of Origin of Species at the request of his publisher, which was signi cantly revised from the original and published in November 1 . After rst publishing it in 1 , Darwin’s concepts and personal renown had spread worldwide throughout both the scienti c and lay communities. is work was hotly debated throughout Germany, and Suchsland wrote to Darwin to suggest that he authorize a renewed translation-the last German version of Origin of Species having been published in 1863-as inaccuracies in the text led some of his theories to be widely misunderstood. This letter reveals both the diversity of scienti c sub ects in Darwin’s corpus and his business acumen in discussing the commercial viability of his own work. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000 12 | October 11, 2017 | INNOVATORS OF MAN AND MACHINE
21. Charles Lyell.
Geologist (1797– 1875) referred to as the father of modern geology,’ who was a close and influential friend of Charles Darwin. ALS signed “Cha. Lyell,” one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, November 24, 1869. Letter to “Sir James Colvile,” in part: “I have just heard from our friend Dr. Hooker that you wish to meet me tomorrow…at the Athenaeum in the afternoon. I will be there at 1/2 past 3 ock. P.M. & tell the porter where I am to be found. In ne condition. Joseph Dalton ooker was a famous English naturalist. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
23. Cyrus McCormick. In-
ventor and businessman (18091884) whose reaper revolutionized American agriculture. Scarce ALS signed “C. H. McCormick,” one page, 4.75 x 8, August 2, no year. In full: “Please advise using return mail— or tel.—if you have heard from Mr. Duburn, or when he will be here or in New York.” In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, scattered light creasing, and old mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
The anaesthesia pioneer requests results of “any amputations of the limbs” 22. James Young Simpson. Scot-
tish doctor (1811–1870) who discovered the anaesthetic properties of chloroform and successfully introduced it for general medical use. ALS signed “J. Y. Simpson,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, February 3, 1869. Letter to “Dr. Davey,” in part: “If there have occurred any amputations of the limbs at the Hambrook Village Hospital I would feel deeply obliged if you would kindly enter them & their results in the accompanying schedule. I am trying to compare the results in cottage hospitals with the results in large city hospitals. In very good to ne condition, with light toning and creasing. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Remarkable 1871 “G. Westinghouse & Co.” document, signed by father and son 24. George Westinghouse.
Significant manuscript DS, one page both sides, 8.25 x 13.25, May 27, 1871. Historic contract “between George Westinghouse and George Westinghouse Jr.,” in which “the said George has this day by deed & by Bill of Sale sold assigned transferred & set over to the said George Jr., all the right title claim & interest of the rst named George in & to all the estate & property real & personal of the rm of G. Westinghouse & Co. for the sum of 2 000, whereof the said George Jr. has this day paid the rst named eorge the sum of . having unpaid the sum of 1 . 7 the payment of which last mentioned sum has been secured by the notes of the said eorge Jr. delivered to the rst named eorge, said notes being each in the sum of . with interest one payable at the end of one year & the other at the end of two years from this date. Now for the further security of the payment of said notes, the said deed & Bill of sale instead of being delivered to the said eorge Jr. are herewith delivered to Jay Westinghouse to be by him held for the bene t of both parties hereto and to be by him delivered to the said George Jr. upon the payment by said George Jr. as it becomes due of the notes falling due one year from this date ut from this date the said eorge Jr. is to have & en oy the full possession income & pro ts of the property and business conveyed to him as aforesaid & shall have & hold the same as owner until said deed & bill of sale shall upon the conditions aforesaid be delivered to the rst named eorge. Signed at the conclusion in ink, eorge Westinghouse, and by his son, eo. Westinghouse Jr., the latter also signing a set of three 2 cent stamps af ed to left side, . W. Jr., May 27, 71. In ne condition. In 1856, George Westinghouse, Sr., established “G. Westinghouse & Co.,” a shop for making for making agricultural machinery, mill machinery, and small steam engines. Westinghouse, Jr., grew up in his father’s machine shop, where he honed his talents in engineering and business he was 1 years old in 1 when he created his rst invention, the rotary steam engine. In 1 , at age 22, Westinghouse, Jr., invented the railroad air brake. Although he took a nancial stake in his father’s company with this document, his brothers Jay and John managed Westinghouse & Co. Westinghouse, Jr., set out on his own with the Westinghouse Air rake ompany, capitalizing on his rst ma or innovation. e would go on to found the Westinghouse Electric ompany in 1 , the Westinghouse company for which he is most well known today. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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28. Samuel Remington.
25. Rudolf Virchow. German doctor and politician (1821– 1 02 , dubbed the Father of Pathology,’ who founded the eld of social medicine. Untranslated ALS in German, signed “R. irchow, one page, . . , April 20, 1 7 . In ne condition, with a stain and mounting remnants to the left edge. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
American rearms manufacturer (1819– 1892). Rare ALS signed “S. Remington,” one page, 5.5 . , f ce of Remingtons Armory letterhead, April 28, 1880. Letter to Mr. Lewis concerning a 200 transaction. In fine condition, with a moderate vertical fold. While Remington’s checks are common, this is just the second ALS by him that we have encountered. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
An imaginative Edison display
27. Thomas Edison. rystal clear glossy 7 photo of Edison in his West range chemistry lab af ed to a 10 mount, boldly signed on the mount in fountain pen with his trademark umbrella’ signature, Thos. A. Edison. is secretary William . Meadowcroft is seen at the far right, and the other men seem to be presenting him with a framed tribute to his genius. Impressively matted and displayed in a shadowbox with a functioning vintage-style lightbulb, which is worked by a pull-chain on the left side. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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Early handwritten scientific notes from the Nobel winner
29. Henri Becquerel. French physicist (1852–1908) whose experiments with uranium salts led to the discovery of spontaneous radioactivity; for this breakthrough he shared the 1903 Nobel Prize for Physics with Marie and Pierre Curie. Unsigned handwritten notes in ink and pencil, four pages on two ad oining sheets, 12.2 , January 20, 1 . Scienti c notes on Small long rods,” with several different tables of information. The third table provides the “Intensity,” “Temporary” and “Permanent” for a variety of different steel types, including Tungsten steel, hromed steel, Double bell steel, and ell steel. In ne condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and light creases. Starting id 200
“The question of the fortuitous and relatively recent introduction of rabies in a country” 30. Louis Pasteur. ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one
page, 4 x 5, Institut Pasteur letterhead, April 16, 1889. Letter to G. Austin Taylor, on the introduction of rabies in a new country. In part (translated): “The question of the fortuitous and relatively recent introduction of rabies in a country, as you informed me earlier, in the company of Dr. Hampshire, is interesting from the point of view of the history of this disease. Allow me to ask you to ask Dr. Hampshire to write to me as authentic an account as possible, and to have it translated into French. In ne condition, with light toning and soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Pasteur’s hand. Pasteur spent much of the 1880s studying rabies and developing a vaccine, inoculating his rst human patient in 1 . etters by Pasteur mentioning the disease are of the utmost desirability. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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31. Charles Augustus Young. One of the foremost solar spectroscopist astronomers in the United States (1834–1908) who authored a widely used series of astronomy textbooks. Sharp 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait by Sarony & Co. of New York, signed on the mount in crisp black ink, ours truly, . A. oung. In ne condition, with a bit of faint fo ing. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Gatling seeks to move his Torpedo Boat Co. to San Francisco 32. Richard Gatling. American inventor
(1818–1903) best known for his invention of the Gatling gun, considered to be the rst successful machine gun his other inventions include a screw propeller and a wheat drill, a hemp break machine, a steam plow, a marine steam ram, and a motordriven plow. Tremendous ALS signed “R. J.Gatling,” three pages on two sheets, 8.5 11, f ce of the atling un ompany letterhead, December 27, 1890. Letter to Pay Director W. W. Williams, in part: “I had supposed Mr. J. Clyde Sullivan had left for onolulu ere this, but I rec’d a telegram from him…requesting that the stock & papers of my Torpedo Boat Co. should be sent to San Francisco…I feel no hesitation in saying if the San Francisco parties raise the ,000 there will be no dif culty in the purchascy getting entire control & ownership of the o.’s stock, patents, & assets of every description of course, it is understood that I am to get ,000 cash for my patents, & 0,000 in full paid up stock in the new Co., in consideration of the stock I own in the present Co.…I hope & trust you, & Mr. Sullivan, will be able to get up a new Co., at San Francisco, that will raise the money required as stated, to buy out the present…Mr. Yung Wing informs me that he has rec’d, within the past ten days two letters from his agent in Japan which gives him W hope that an order will be rec’d soon or within a month or so for several oats on my plan, from the Japanise government & in the event such order be obtained we shall want the Boats made in, or near San Francisco. If a new live Co., can be got up in San Francisco, I have no doubt but what a large & pro table business may be done by building the boats in alifornia & selling them to hina, Japan, U. States, & other governments. In ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in atling’s own hand. On May 13, 1890, Gatling was granted a patent for his pneumatic gun and torpedo boat, which, as stated by its inventor, was to provide a pneumatic gun to be located on the deck of said boat and improved means for operating said gun and for protecting it against damage from the effect of shot or shell red against the boat from the direction in which she is running.’ ung Wing, the rst hinese student to graduate from a United States university ale ollege in 1 , was involved in numerous business transactions between China and the United States; in 1873, Wing began a partnership with Gatling when he was tasked with procuring machine guns for the hinese government. A fascinating letter relating to one of atling’s lesser known inventions. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 17
The creator of the modern fax machine 33. Elisha Gray. American electrical engineer (1835–1901) who co-founded the Western Electric Manufacturing Company and is best known for his development of a telephone prototype in 1876; he is also credited as the father of the modern music synthesizer and the creator of the telautograph, an analog precursor to the modern fax machine. Rare TLS, one page, 8.25 x 5.25, personal letterhead, March 10, 1893. Letter to the Chicago Herald, in full: “Referring to the invitation recently sent you, I beg to say that the e hibition of the Telautograph’ will be local,—not between the two cities (N.Y. and Chicago) so some infer.” Included with the letter is an early example of a telautograph message, accompanied by its original handwritten missive; both messages, each one page, 5 x 9.75, read, in full: “New Haven Conn, June 21,—1894, ompliments of the Telautograph’ to the lass of of the illhouse igh School and to their friends. In ne condition. ray patented the telautograph on July 1, 1 , and stated that the telautograph would allow one to transmit his own handwriting to a distant point over a two wire circuit.’ The telautograph was rst publicly e hibited at the 1 World’s olumbian E position held in hicago. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Studying malaria, the founder of modern bacteriology discusses his “continued monitoring of mosquitoes” 34. Robert Koch. German medical scientist (1843–1910) regarded as the father of bacteriology. He isolated the tuberculosis bacillus and the anthrax virus, and received the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine in 1905. ALS in German, signed “R. Koch,” one page, 4.25 x 7, August 7, 1899. Letter to a young fellow, apparently Giovanni Galli, who regularly compiled mosquito deliveries for och’s research. In part (translated): “The last parcels of mosquitoes, also the ones from Colico I received in good order. The continued monitoring of mosquitoes that appear in Vernato led into an interesting result. We found out that the same circumstances are existing like in other fever areas that are a long way away, like Szilia and in the northern part of Germany in the swamp areas of the Weser. Unfortunately I won’t be able to continue my important studies as I have to leave in the ne t days from Grosseto to travel via Rome and Naples to Batavia. Maybe we can continue the mosquito collection upon my return again. In ne condition. After decades of work with anthrax, cholera, and tuberculosis, Robert Koch turned his attention to the study of malaria, both in Europe and abroad upon his return from India and Africa, he published his ndings, providing profound observations that remain central to our current understanding of the development and acquisition of immunity to the malaria parasite Plasmodium. Following his groundbreaking publication in 1898, he continued his studies on the subject in Italy and the tropics, where he con rmed the work of Ronald Ross. oth men would receive a Nobel Prize in the ne t ve years. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00 18 | October 11, 2017 | INNOVATORS OF MAN AND MACHINE
35. Thaddeus Lowe. American aeronaut and inventor (1832–1913) whose Union balloon corps tracked enemy movements during the Civil War, known as the father of military aerial reconnaissance in the United States. Rare partly-printed DS, signed “T. S. C. Lowe,” one page, 8.5 x 4, April 1, 1896. Financial receipt from the Mount Lowe Railway Company of Pasadena, California, in part: “This is to certify that R. Scott has deposited with the Mount Lower Railway Company the sum of Thirty Dollars, to be paid to him on few days notice after June 1-96 and to bear interest at the rate of Six per cent.” Signed at the conclusion by owe as the company’s president. Docketing in red ink over the body of the document states that the sum was for labor performed by Scott. In ne condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner. owe continually ran into nancial dif culties while operating the scenic mountain railroad, and was ultimately forced to turn the company over to Jared Sidney Torrance in 1 . In the 1 20s, the railway was absorbed by enry E. untington’s Paci c Electric Railway. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
36. Henri Becquerel. French physicist (1852–1908) whose experiments with uranium salts led to the discovery of spontaneous radioactivity; for this breakthrough he shared the 1903 Nobel Prize for Physics with Marie and Pierre Curie. Unsigned handwritten scienti c notes in French, one page, 7, no date. A page of ec uerel’s handwritten notes, incorporating two small sketched diagrams on the left side. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
37. Oliver Lodge. British physicist and writer (1851–1940)
who held patents for key radio technologies and identi ed electromagnetic radiation independent of ertz’s proof. Two items: an uncommon 3.25 x 5.25 real photo postcard of Lodge at his desk, signed in black ink, “Oliver Lodge”; and an ALS, one page, 5 x 8, University of Birmingham letterhead, December 10, 1906, in part: “Quite right; I am glad you send my name as a reference. In overall ne condition, with punch and staple holes to the letter. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Extraordinary Bachrach portrait of the rare Pavlov 38. Ivan Pavlov. Russian physiologist (1849–1936) best
known for his investigation of conditioned re e through the use of experiments involving salivating dogs. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1 0 . Superior matte nish 7 .2 head-and-shoulders portrait of Pavlov, signed in the lower left in fountain pen. Also signed in the lower right by the photographer, achrach. In ne condition, with silvering surrounding the signature and evenly trimmed edges. A rare format in an unusually large size. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Uncommon cabinet card of the wireless pioneer 39. Guglielmo Marconi. Superb 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Marconi by Elliott
& Fry of London, prominently signed in bold black ink, “Guglielmo Marconi, 9 Marzo 1 07. In ne condition, with a small mounting remnant to reverse. Marconi’s rst transatlantic wireless telegraphy stations, built in Clifden, Ireland and Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, opened for public service only months later in October 1907. Precerti ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Solvay aims to isolate the “phenomena which sequence constitutes what we call thought” 40. Ernest Solvay. Belgian chemist, industrialist, and philanthropist
1 1 22 who created the famous Solvay conferences’ where Einstein, Marie Curie, Bohr, Heisenberg, Born, Paule, Broglie and other physics luminaries would meet and exchange discoveries.Important ALS in French, signed “E. Solvay,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.5, Chateau de La Hulpe letterhead, October 26, 1 0 . etter to the director of a scienti c review, in part translated “The article that I expect to be able to offer you next year has no relation to psychology or biology or the physical chemical biology as we know them. It will regard exclusively physical chemistry itself but under a special light which I am convinced will ll lacunae and will allow us to merge in principle these two sciences. The article should contain experimental statements of high value both in physics and in chemistry…The institute of physiology that I founded in Brussels (and will publish an article a little later) has indeed discovered the appendages to the neurons that con rm my views Miss Stephanowska and have done interesting research but it has not, up to now, due to the lack of specialists with inventive spirits, they have not found the proofs to the mechanism. And that is the word physical, chemical, and psychological that I indicate. There is today still no material representation proposed for the fugitive and successive phenomena which sequence constitutes what we call thought. While it is evident in itself that this representation really e ists, this terrain is absolutely virgin and the uestion is very dif cult to treat. The hypotheses and the multiple hypotheses do e ist and imposes itself necessarily. Wouldn’t you present my article under this light to your readers? And in the form of a research program intended for specialist investigators that your prestigious reviews reaches? It would be very desirable I believe and very appropriate. I would even be ready to offer prizes for the solutions that would be obtained this way. My absolute belief that has been con rmed over the years and that seems totally clear about discretion is similar to what I’ve seen in a different time of my life in the industries and innovative industrial e panses. In ne condition. The intricacies of the brain were still being worked out at this point in time amillo olgi and Santiago Ramon y Cajal had recently shared the 1906 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their extensive observations, descriptions, and categorizations of neurons. A fascinating, early letter on neuroscience from a ma or gure of early 20th century science. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
41. George Westinghouse. Engineer and businessman (1846–1914) best known for the invention of the air brake and for his energetic promotion of AC power distribution. Ink signature, “Geo. Westinghouse,” on an off-white 5.25 x 1.5 slip af ed to a slightly larger mount. In very good to ne condition, with old adhesive residue along the edges which could be mostly matted out. Accompanied by a vintage mattenish photo of Westinghouse at his desk. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
42. Hiram Maxim. Inventor of the Ma im un, the rst por-
table, fully automatic machine gun (1840–1916). Color 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting a Sikh Ma im un S uad,’ signed in black ink, iram S. Ma im. A collector’s date notation of June 1 1 is in the upper left, with a caption along the bottom, “Inventor of Ma im un. In ne condition, with light scuf ng touching his last name. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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To the prime minister of Canada: “I would appreciate your talking to Mr. Record about my Dictating Machine” 43. Thomas Edison. TLS signed “Thomas A. Edison,” one
page, 8.25 x 11, From the Laboratory of Thomas A. Edison letterhead, February 25, 1913. Letter to “R. L. Borden, Premier, Dominion of Canada,” in part: “This will introduce Mr. H. C. Record, identi ed with our organization in Toronto, the R. S. Williams & Sons Company, Ltd. If you can see your way clear I would appreciate your talking to Mr. Record about my Dictating Machine, in connection with any interest in it that you may have. I believe you understand that a considerable number of the members of the Canadian Parliament are at the present time using the instrument. In ne condition. aving invented the phonograph in 1 77, Edison introduced the Ediphone’ dictation machine around 1910. A fabulous letter promoting one of his best known inventions to a head of state. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
44. Alexander Graham Bell. Fabulous pearl nish . 9.5 photo of Bell by Harris & Ewing of Washington, DC, neatly signed in the lower border in bold fountain pen, “Alexander raham ell. In ne condition, with a light stain to the top, and silvering to darker areas of the image. A distinguished formal portrait of the telephone’s inventor. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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45. Alexander Graham Bell. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 5.5, personal letterhead, February 24, 1915. Response to an autograph collector, in full: “Replying to your note of Feb 23, and your request for my autograph, I take much pleasure in handing it to you hereon. In ne condition, with light show through at the corners from old mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
46. Ransom E. Olds. Inven-
tor and automotive magnate (1864-1950) who founded the Oldsmobile and REO Motor Car Companies. DS, signed “R. E. Olds,” one page, 12.75 x 8.25, January 10, 1 1 . erti cate for 20 shares of stock in the RE Motor Car Company issued to John E. Smith, signed at the bottom by lds as the company’s president. Reverse bears a pair of af ed transfer receipts for the Mac rone ompany, both dated January 1 2 . erti cate bears a highly attractive vignette featuring the RE wings’ logo with female gures. In ne condition, with a cancellation hole affecting the in the signature. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
47. Andre Citroen.
French industrialist (1878– 1935) best remembered for the make of car bearing his name. TLS in French, signed in purple pencil, “A. Citroen,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 9, 1917. Letter to Monsieur Houlgard of Publications Pierre a tte, in part translated “Completely absorbed yesterday morning by different visits, it was totally impossible for me to receive you, which I ask you to excuse me. Will you come to see me next Wednesday I will wait for you in my of ces In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
48. George Eastman. DS, signed “Geo. Eastman,” nine
pages, 8.5 x 11, July 10, 1917. Contract between the Eastman Kodak Company and the Deakin & Fitch Construction Company, in which the latter agrees “to furnish all the materials, tools and equipment and perform all the work…necessary for the erection… of a 5,000,000 gallon reservoir and connecting sewers…on the premises of the Kodak Company, in Town of Greece, Monroe County, New York.” Signed at the conclusion by Eastman as the president of the Eastman odak ompany. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“I was devoting all my time to Government work and could not give any attention to the phonograph business” 49. Thomas Edison. TLS signed “Thos. A. Edison,” one page, 8.25 x 11, From the Laboratory of Thomas A. Edison letterhead, December 26, 1918. Letter to Admiral G. E. Burd at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. In part: “Let me thank you for…enclosing a letter from the onstruction f cer at the oston Navy ard about the performance of my battery on the Floating Crane. It is a very satisfactory letter, and I am highly pleased with it. Mr. Wolfe has told me that you are making ne progress at the Navy Yard on the rig for the listening device…I shall look forward with interest to your promised comments on the records that you have been receiving of late. I cannot tell you how greatly relieved I am to have you say that the surface of the recent issues has so noticeably improved. Perhaps you may know that I am not given to worrying, but I must admit that I have been worried about the poor surface on records for the last year or so, more especially so as I was devoting all my time to Government work and could not give any personal attention to the phonograph business.” In very good to ne condition, with several intersecting folds, scattered light creasing, and old pin holes to the upper left corner. Accompanied by urd’s retained carbon copy of his letter to Edison. An interesting letter offering content related to Edison’s many industries and inventions. Starting id 200
50. Andre Michelin. French industrialist (1853–1931) who, with his brother Edouard, founded the Michelin Tyre Company in 1888. TLS in French, signed “A. Michelin,” one page, 8.25 x 10.75, personal letterhead, November 9, 1925. Letter to Daniel Berthelot, in part (translated): “Thank you for reading the little brochure The Taylor System at Michelin,’ and most importantly, thank you for your interesting comments. I will not attempt to defend this pamphlet by pointing out that it is addressed to a very disparate audience and that it aims rather to arouse curiosity than to answer all the uestions it is a rst draft, therefore necessarily imperfect. In ne condition, with scattered light creasing. During the 1 10s, the Michelin factory began introducing concepts of industrial ef ciency developed by American mechanical engineer Frederick Winslow Taylor. A rare autograph, this is the rst Michelin we have ever offered. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Edison investigates patents “on chlorination of rubber” 51. Thomas Edison. ANS in pencil, signed “E,” one page, 8.5 x 11, June 21, 1921. Handwritten endorsement at the end of a memo submitted to him by Henry Lanahan. The memo reads, in part: “Here is a copy of another patent on chlorination of rubber sent up from Washington by Hardy.” Edison writes Tell ardy he needn’t look any further in this line it gives me all I want, le patent away. An additional handwritten note is signed by Edison’s secretary William Henry Meadowcroft: “Mr. Hardy: Please note. Wm. Meadowcroft. In ne condition, with punch and staple holes to the edge. William A. ardy was a patent attorney in Edison’s legal of ce, in which anahan also worked. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
52. George Eastman. Fountain pen signature, “Geo. Eastman, on an off white 1. slip. In ne condition, with a faint stain above his rst name from onetime contact with a postage stamp. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Eastman’s hand, postmarked at Rochester in 1 2 . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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A whimsical sketch and trigonometric expression from Albert Einstein
Einstein’s handwriting
53. Albert Einstein. Remarkable archive from the family of the erman Jewish architect Adolf Stern, who were Einstein’s neighbors in aputh, where he spent his summers from 1 2 1 2. The highlight is the family’s leatherbound guest book, .2 .2 , inside which Einstein has signed in fountain pen, A. Einstein, and sketched a doodle of a stick gure peering through a telescope at a sailboat on a lake with a mountain in the foreground. The date of April 28, 1929 is annotated next to Einstein’s name in pencil in another hand Einstein’s stepdaughter and secretary, Ilse Einstein, has signed at the top of the page. Also included is a handwritten mathematical e pression in Einstein’s hand, written in pencil below a set of gures and e uations in the hand of Irene Stern, on the reverse of a typed letter according to the Stern family, this represents Einstein’s attempts to help Irene with her schoolwork. Additionally includes: a collection of 52 photographs and photo-postcards, ranging in size from 1.5 x 2.5 to 4.75 x 7, consisting of candid shots of Einstein with friends, family, and neighbors in Caputh, plus a group of approximately 27 negatives; an original vintage 7.25 x 9.25 formal portrait of Einstein by Tycko mounted within its studio folder; and a group of correspondence including an ANS by Ilse Einstein, a TLS by Elsa Einstein, an ALS by Elsa Einstein, and a TLS by Margot Einstein. In overall ne condition. Along with the whimsical doodle of a man peering through a telescope at a sailboat beside Einstein’s signature in the Sterns’ guestbook, this collection is outstanding in its numerous photographs of Einstein in moments of leisure with the Sterns and other Caputh neighbors and friends. Though not a swimmer, Einstein was an avid sailor and several photos show him on a boat in the nearby lake. After the rise of the Nazis in 1 , Einstein never returned to his home in aputh today, it is Einstein’s only preserved residence in ermany. A wonderful archive of material related to the great genius. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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54. Walter P. Chrysler. Automotive mogul (1875–1940) who founded the Chrysler Corporation. TLS signed “Dad,” one page, 7.25 x 10, personal letterhead, October 15, 1926. Letter to his son, Walter P. Chrysler, Jr., at the Hotchkiss School in Connecticut. In part: “Mrs. Halow is down in Virginia somewhere and I am unable to get in touch with her…If these two elderly ladies are resident of New York State, will you please let me know where they live, how long they have been residents and other particulars and I will check up and see where the Homes are located, what their rules and regulations are, etc. and give you all the information. If they are residents of the State of Connecticut, I think the people up in Connecticut can nd out more about it than I can our mother and I ust returned from Detroit this morning. Thelma and the baby are ne and they e pect to move down here on the 25th…I hope you are getting along well. You may be interested to know that Jack is doing excellently at Fessenden this term. His marks for the week of October 6th are exceptionally good; the best he has ever had…His tutoring has certainly done him a lot of good. In ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a personal check lled out and signed by Walter P. hrysler, Jr., who, in 1 founded the Airtemp division of hrysler orporation, which developed the rst automotive air conditioning system. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Exceedingly rare stock certificate twice-signed by Boeing
55. William Boeing. American businessman (1881–1956)
who founded the multibillion-dollar aircraft manufacturing company that still bears his name. Exceptionally rare partly-printed DS, signed twice, “W. E. Boeing,” one page, 10.2 .2 , March 2 , 1 2 . Stock certi cate, number , issued to Boeing for 989 shares of the Miller Logging Company, signed at the conclusion by oeing as the company’s president, and also endorsed by him on the reverse. In ne condition, with red ink cancellation notations affecting the signature on the front. While today’s airliners are made of aluminum, titanium, and other exotic materials, in the early days of oeing Airplane the frames were made of wood, e plaining oeing’s connection to a lumber company. The consignor states that only twelve Miller ogging ompany stock certi cates signed by oeing are known, and this e ample his own personal certi cate, signed twice is an e traordinary specimen. No oeing Airplane ompany stock certi cates signed by the company’s founder are known to e ist. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Freud comments on the Oedipus complex 56. Sigmund Freud. ALS in German, signed “Freud,” one page both sides, 9 x 11.25, personal letterhead, April 2, 1933. Freud writes to pioneering South African psychoanalyst Dr. Wulf Sachs with a commendation for a series of lectures the latter intends to publish, describing them as (translated) “an instructive and valuable introduction into the science of psychoanalysis, which is so hard to depict, noting that this recommendation is available for publicity purposes. n Sachs’s reports of dif culties, Freud is not at all surprised, writing, “Why should it be different in South Africa from elsewhere?” He goes on to make a number of speci c comments on the manuscript, particularly in regard to Sachs’s presentation of the anal stage That I describe the anal character before libido development is not correct”), and to the presentation of the Oedipus complex, noting that whilst childhood passions are as a general rule openly voiced, oedipal emotions tend to be unconscious only after their renewal during puberty, adding a further note about the development of consciousness with a warning against drawing conclusions from brain anatomy, and concluding with warm wishes on the endeavors of Sachs and his colleagues. In very good to ne condition, with general handling wear, and old clear tape repair to splitting along intersecting folds. Sachs published a textbook in 1934 entitled Psycho-Analysis: Its Meaning and Practical Applications, which carried a foreword authored by Freud. His key work, however, was Black Hamlet (1937), a groundbreaking psychoanalytical biography of a black imbabwean traditional healer named John havafambira. Freud had developed the psychoanalytic concept of the edipus comple ’ in 1 10, and it became one of the best known elements of his work. A signi cant letter by the pioneering psychoanalyst. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 2 00
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57. Guglielmo Marconi. ALS in Italian, one page both sides, .2 .2 , Reale Accademia d’Italia letterhead, September 23, 1931. Letter to Italian composer Umberto Giordano, his colleague at the Royal Academy of Italy. He thanks him for his invitation to an important concert at the Teatro Reale dell’ pera, but says that he will not be in Rome on that day. In ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Marconi’s hand. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“The dangerous activity of the unconscious which reveals itself in the animus” 58. Carl Jung. In uential psychologist 1 7 1 1 recognized as the founder of analytical psychology. TLS in German, signed “C. G. Jung,” two pages, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, October 19, 1933. Letter to German psychologist Wolfgang Müller Kranefeldt in regards to a patient’s dream and therapy, in full translated I would estimate the situation rather to the contrary: vision is in the rarest of cases of the pure unconscious. In most of the cases it is the consciousness plus the unconscious because the unconscious has to push through the consciousness during wakefulness. On this passageway through consciousness there is no other way than bringing parts of the consciousness with it. As a consequence, all visions—except the pathological ones—have a well-composed character. On the contrary, the normal dream does lack the shaping of consciousness almost completely, and therefore the dream of the female patient is a pure look at the unconscious thus without a consciousness build. The visions have a decisively dominantly calm character because they derive from the composing of the conscious being while the dream without the in uence of the consciousness composure portrays the ma esty of the undisguised animus occurrence. In this case, the vision shows that on the female side there is unlively and grey lack of freedom, however on the male side there is lively activity. The indication of north’ possibly means intuition and thinking, abstraction which means coldness. I would assume that the person in question has to rely on intuition and thinking because she is possibly in need of abstraction for the fastening in the consciousness opposed to the dangerous activity of the unconscious which reveals itself in the animus. It would be in line with going ahead with intuitive understanding and thinking which of course always threatens the confusion with the animus. A woman can only liberate herself from animus when she starts thinking for herself instead of having inclinations, when she starts asking herself how she thinks about it, not knowing what one may think about it, which means in other words she would have to do what the dream murderer does namely to put the slicing open’ that is the recognizing’ action into motion, and therefore she also goes for the knife in her dream while the animus beats her to it. In ne condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and some creasing to top edges. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Described by Jung in his theory of the collective unconscious as the primary anthropomorphic archetype of a woman’s unconscious mind, the animus embodies a set of masculine attributes and potentials within a woman’s psyche. A comple host of images, the animus can be either positive or negative, bringing life giving development and creativeness to the personality, or causing petri cation and physical death.’ aining understanding of it and balancing its power, not letting it invade’ one’s self, was Jung’s ultimate response to controlling the animus. Writing to his longtime colleague W. M. ranefeldt, who had recently published his book Secret Ways of the Mind: A Survey of the Psychological Principles of Freud, Adler, and Jung, for which Jung wrote an introduction, Jung offers an interesting analysis of this very element in one of ranefeldt’s patients. A fascinating letter regarding a key element in Jung’s groundbreaking theory of the collective unconscious. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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“You know a lot of things about x-rays which few x-ray men know” 59. John Harvey Kellogg. Physician and promoter of health foods (1852–1943) best known for his invention of Corn Flakes. TLS, three pages, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, July 9, 1933. Letter to Dr. James T. Case, in part: “I have been completely buried up in some writing that I have been trying to do for the Sanitarium…I have been working night and day and even while I was asleep have dreamed of nothing else…I envy Roosevelt, who has a brain trust’ to do his thinking for him The Sanitarium, as you know, is in the receiver’s hands a friendly receivership, which is a protection. usiness is picking up a little…President Roosevelt is making some big experiments. Nobody knows how they will turn out. If he had as much good sense as Mussolini, he might make it go, but I confess I am rather doubtful…I had 6,000 bushels of corn on the big farm Mrs. Henderson gave the College. Last fall I was offered 14¢ for it. I refused to sell. Was offered last spring 25¢. I still refused to sell. A week or two ago, I sold for 40¢…Good weather ought to give us 10,000 bushels. It would give us a little start toward paying up a 17,000 debt which the farm has accumulated I am sorry Dr. Norton wrote you ust as he did, as he didn’t give you ust the right impression. The matter of his courses in x-ray and electrocardiograph is simply in suspension…I would certainly like to have him have your instruction, as I believe you know a lot of things about x-rays which few x-ray men know. Dr. Norton has been working hard on electrocardiography for three years. Has got the theory well mastered and has seen a lot of cases…How is the spinal cancer case coming along?…P.S. I am told the Mayos have been having a dreadfully hard time; that they are much worse off than we are here in Battle reek. In ne condition, with a few scattered stains. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
60. Robert A. Millikan.
Nobel Prize-winning physicist (1868–1953) who was the rst to isolate the electron and measure its charge. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, California Institute of Technology letterhead, March 21, 1933. Letter to Irving Meshel, in part: “I am writing to acknowledge receipt of your letter…and to express my appreciation of the attention you have paid to the date of my birth. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“The Harley-Davidson radios on the Orlando machines have actually out-performed those used in the patrol cars” 61. Harley-Davidson: William H. Davidson. Son of Harley-Davidson cofounder William A. Davidson (1905–1993) who himself later assumed the presidency of the famed motorcycle manufacturer. TLS signed “Wm. H. Davidson,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Harley-Davidson letterhead, December 3, 1935. Letter to Gene Walters at a Harley-Davidson franchise in Orlando, in part: “We are pleased to enclose the data on the new two-piece Harley-Davidson radio… the design is entirely changed to bring the complete mounting below the saddle level, with the weight e ually divided on either side of the rear fender. We don’t have to tell you that this arrangement makes a great deal of difference in the handling quality of the machine… The new Harley-Davidson radio is designed for receiving conventional police wave signals just like the previous Harley-Davidson set. We are not in position to supply a set for twoway police service, nor are we prepared to supply receivers to pick up signals from ultra high frequency transmitters…It is mighty pleasing for us to know that the Harley-Davidson radios on the Orlando machines have actually out-performed those used in the patrol cars.” In ne condition. Founded in 1 0 , arley Davidson began selling their motorcycles to police departments around 1 07, developing a market that remains important to the company to this day. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Einstein writes to his son from Princeton: “Freud will be turning 80 soon. I finally have come to the conclusion that he actually has been correct in his main theses” 62. Albert Einstein. ALS in German, signed “Papa,” one
page both sides, 8.5 x 11, April 10, 1936. Letter to his son Eduard Einstein, nicknamed “Tetel,” in full (translated): “Once again, a lot of time has passed since I had last written to you. In the meantime, I had the joy of receiving a very laudatory report about a paper Albert had written. What a ne, solid fellow he is. I am sitting here in my study, wrapped in a blanket and still freezing cold, just because they are thinking it is spring and therefore the furnace must be turned off. I like it here quite well though, as one can lead a secluded sort of life. I can only be bothered here by letters I receive. I keep on working with the same young man on problems so dif cult that keep amazing me over my very own courage. When I am losing steam, I just need to look from my giant window, down on meadows with owers and trees, in the distance I see the tall tower atop one of the University buildings, in the style of University buildings seen in England. It seems to me, only things English are held in high esteem here. If you are saying you are coming from Switzerland, they consider that as being comical, for they are thinking, they only have cheese and chocolates there. A few days ago I received the death announcement of my good old friend Professor Stern. e was a ne, upright human being, there are not many like he was. I had the impression of him that he did not quite understand human nature. His focus rather was on humanity as such, which was just as well, for betrayal by the latter is at least not perceived on an individual basis. I quite often read the newspapers from Basel, sometimes the ones from urich, which Miss Dukas’s brother is sending to her. I hardly get around reading books. Scienti c work practically is eating you up, especially once the elasticity of youth is gone. Eventually, your very own brain is leading you around by the nose, making you all the more independent from your fellow human beings.
From Germany, I am hardly hearing anything directly any longer, for anything and everybody there I had trusted in, is either dead or scattered all over the world. With me here from Zurich is Prof. Pauli, a very clever young physicist, who probably sees me as some sort of fossil. He had the same position at the Poly Technical Institute I had 23 years ago, just when you came into this best of all worlds of ours. Freud will be turning 0 soon. I nally have come to the conclusion that he actually has been correct in his main theses. From a very reliable source, I have heard accounts about ordinary case studies of his that defy any other explanation. I must admit, that in this regard, you certainly saw the light a lot sooner than I did. The reason probably was the fact that my personal life had been so thoroughly and for so long practically erased from my head (not only pushed aside, but also forgotten) thus leaving no living matter for me to go by.” In ne condition, with light toning over the bottom half of the signed side. Einstein had emigrated to the United States in 1933, taking a professorship at Princeton and leaving behind the heightening tension in Europe. is troubled son, Eduard Tetel’ Einstein, remained in urich with his mother, Einstein’s e wife, Mileva Maric; although Einstein would never see him again, they corresponded somewhat often. Eduard was an admirer of Freud and had once hoped to enter the edgling eld of psychiatry, but was diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1930 at age twenty, rendering him a patient rather than a practitioner. Here, Einstein generously admits that Eduard recognized the merits of Freud’s work long before he did himself. Meanwhile, he references the 36-year-old physicist Wolfgang Pauli, a pioneer of quantum physics who Einstein would successfully nominate for the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1945. Interestingly, Pauli was also a subject and student of psychoanalyst Carl Jung, one of Freud’s early disciples. A signi cant Einstein family letter offering a number of connections to fellow titans of the intellectual world. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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Important working manuscript on a unified field theory 63. Albert Einstein.
Remarkable scienti c AMS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, no date but circa 1938 or earlier. An important working manuscript apparently representing Einstein’s notes for a paper entitled n a eneralization of aluza’s Theory of Electricity,’ co authored with Peter Bergmann and published in Annals of Mathematics, vol. 39, no. 3, July 1938. This manuscript details part of Einstein’s attempt to construct a uni ed theory of electromagnetism, gravitation and quantum mechanics based on a curved ve dimensional spacetime with ve spacetime coordinates x1, x2, x3, x4, x0 and four spatial coordinates, one of which, x0, is periodic. Through every point it is assumed that there passes a closed geodesic given by x1, x2, x3, x4 constant. In ne condition, with scattered light toning and faint show-through from old adhesive on reverse. Einstein presented this manuscript page to the daughter of Luther P. Eisenhart, chairman of the Mathematics Department at Princeton University. Although the nal paper appeared in English, correspondences in the wording and equations used in this manuscript and in the section of the published article headed The Space Structure’ suggest that they are linked. The approach taken in this paper is sometimes referred to as Pro ective Relativity’ and is a type of uni ed theory pioneered by Theodor aluza and later by skar lein in the 1 20s their underlying ideas form the basis for modern superstring theory and studies on these subjects continue to be pursued by theoretical physicists today. Starting id 000
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“I am pleased that my mountain climbing exploits have made such an impression” 65. Lee de Forest.
64. Max Planck. Nobel Prize-winning German physicist (1858–1947) who pioneered the understanding of quantum theory. Unusual 4.5 x 7 photo card bearing a printed message (translated), “For the kind congratulations on my eightieth birthday, I say my deep-felt thanks,” signed and inscribed below in fountain pen, and dated June , 1 . In ne condition, with a light area of staining in the right border. Signed photos of Planck are scarce. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Proli c American inventor (1873–1961) often referred to as the father of radio’ for his pioneering work in wireless telegraphy. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Lee De Forest Laboratories letterhead, September 1, 1942. Letter to Verne T. Braman, in part: “I am pleased that my mountain climbing exploits have made such an impression on you, but regret that you nd two ights of stairs a climbing effort ou must take better care of yourself, or I shall outlive you Why don’t you try the Eastman odak ompany our uali cations are e actly what they need. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Ferrari responds to motorsport legend Tazio Nuvolari about “your desire to participate in the Livorno circuit with one of my cars” 66. Enzo Ferrari. TLS in Italian, signed “Ferrari,” one page, 6.75 x 9.25, Ferrari letterhead, August 18, 1947. Letter to famed Italian racing driver Tazio Nuvolari, in part (translated): “On returning from the mountain, where I went to spend August with my child, this morning I found your letter of the 14th with which you inform me that you received my message of the 9th and of your desire to participate in the ivorno circuit with one of my cars. In all likelihood it will be ready by then, we’ll keep you informed for the testing day. My secretary informs me of having sent you a check for £47,500 on the 13th, the award for ranking at circuit in Parma that I hope you have already received. In ne condition. Nuvolari drove a Ferrari 12 Spyder at the ivorno race on August 2 , 1 7, but did not nish. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Bohr hopes to recognize “Compton, Dirac, Fermi, Franck, Pauli, Rabi, Stern, from whom so many significant contributions to the Planck quantum theory have come” 67. Niels Bohr. Danish physicist (1885–1962) who was awarded the 1922 Nobel Prize in Physics for his theory of atomic structure. TLS in German, one page, 8.75 x 11.25, Institut for Teoretisk Fysik letterhead, February 3, 1949. Letter to the publisher W. Keiper in Berlin. In part translated I have your friendly letter asking if I was satis ed with the proposed dedication in your edition of Planck’s recollections. It is hard for me to answer the question posed, because it seems to me that a dedication to certain organizations or persons hardly projects the paramount importance of Planck’s life work to the science of our time. Anyway, I might like to know, on the one hand, if you have already received from the Nobel Foundation and other named persons the approval of the dedication and it would therefore be associated with dif culties n the other hand, after the eight names among the many [Nobel] award-winners for Physics selected, you omit entirely others such as Compton, Dirac, Fermi, Franck, Pauli, Rabi, Stern, from whom so many signi cant contributions to the Planck uantum theory have come. Intersecting folds, a few signi cant stains affecting the overall appearance, and punch holes to the left edge, otherwise ne condition. Fabulous content associating several of the most inuential gures in the development of uantum theory. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
68. Ferdinand Porsche. Auto engineer and inventor (1875–1951) who designed Volkswagen and Porsche automobiles. Fountain pen signature in German on a 6.75 x 7 off-white guest book page. Porsche writes that he is pleased by the “good publicity for our meeting,” signing underneath, “F. Porsche, Frankfurt,” with a date of June , 1 0. A pencil identi cation has been added at the bottom of the page. In ne condition, with all writing a bit shaky. Page was taken from the guestbook of Ale andre Marius D es de Sterio 1 200 , a media scholar from u embourg, and is also signed on the reverse by the former director of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna, Alois Podhajsky. A scarce offering from the legendary auto pioneer. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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70. DNA: Watson and Crick. Ideal
FDC with a silk color cachet honoring Albert Einstein, signed in black ink, “Francis Crick” and in black ballpoint, James D. Watson. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
69. Enzo Ferrari. TLS in Italian, signed “Ferrari,” one page, 6 x 9.5, Ferrari Automobile letterhead, February 20, 1952. In full (translated): “I hereby present you a copy of a letter from the Champion of Feltham and relative to our 1952 agreement. I have received the bo of J ’ and thank you. In ne condition, with two ling holes to the left edge. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
71. DNA: Watson and Crick. Limited edition Royal Mint
and Mail coin and commemorative cover honoring 50 years of DNA Discoveries: 1953–2003, 8.5 x 4.25, one of 30,000 issued, signed in black ballpoint, “James D. Watson,” and in black ink, “Francis Crick,” who also signs “Maurice Wilkins.” In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
72. Linus Pauling. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, California Institute of Technology letterhead, November 15, 1954. Letter to noted bacteriophage biologist Dr. Gunther Stent, in full: “I wish to thank you for your kind letter of congratulations. It has given me pleasure to read it and to hear from you again.” He adds a handwritten postscript, “I am honored to have been put into your testament some years ago, and am happy to think that I may have been an in uence for the good. In ne condition, with light creasing and toning. Dr. Stent’s retained carbon copy of his letter to Pauling is stapled to the upper left, in part: “Just like all those others who are lucky enough to know you and who, I suppose, are writing, telegraphing, telephoning, etc., to you from all over the world today, I also want to send my good wishes at the occasion of your award of the Nobel Prize.” Pauling was awarded the Nobel Prize in hemistry in 1 for his research into the nature of the chemical bond and its application to the elucidation of the structure of comple substances.’ He would famously win again in 1962—this time the Nobel Peace Prize—for his efforts to uell nuclear proliferation. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Born on “the formal laws of so-called ‘quantum mechanics’”
74. Edwin Land. American scientist 73. Max Born. ALS in German, one page, 5.5 x 3.5, postmarked November 1, 1968. Response to a medical student who requested a handwritten quotation from orn’s main work, uantum Mechanics of ollision Processes. In part (translated): “The collision processes have not only given the most convincing experimental evidence for the basic assumption of quantum theory, but also seem appropriate to provide information about the meaning of the formal laws of so called uantum mechanics.’ In very ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
and inventor (1909–1991) who pioneered ine pensive polarizing lters and, with his development of instant’ photography, built his company, Polaroid, into an industry giant. Glossy 3.5 x 5.25 photo of Land sitting in a chair, signed in black felt tip. In very ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“The theory of relativity by Einstein might be considered the greatest single discovery” 75. Linus Pauling. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Linus Pauling
Institute of Science and Medicine letterhead, May 12, 1975. etter to Marylou onet, in part It is dif cult to say what the single most important discovery of this century is. There are so many discoveries that have been made that are basic to our present understanding of the world, and their interaction with one another is also so great, that it is hard to select one. Nevertheless, I may say that I think the discovery of the theory of relativity by Einstein might be considered the greatest single discovery. The discovery of quantum theory is in the same category, but in fact this discovery consists of a large number of individual discoveries, beginning with the work of Planck in 1 00 and e tending throughout the 1 20’s, when uantum mechanics was formulated essentially in its present form.” In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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The creator of the jet-propelled helicopter 76. Friedrich von Doblhoff.
Austrian engineer (1916–2000) who developed the rst et propelled helicopter while working for Wiener Neustaedter Flugzeugwerke during World War 2. Scarce TLS signed “F. L. Doblhoff,” three pages, 8.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 22, 1979. Letter to Randall Sutherland, in part: “I had been intrigued by the possibilities of vertical take-off ever since my highschool days. At rst, I did not like the concept of whirling blades and toyed with a number of schemes to de ect the slipstream of propellers While attending college in ienna I studied various approaches to the helicopter and a system which would pump air by the centri c action of the rotor blades, burn it at the tip and e haust it tangentially When the war started in 1 , I had ust nished college and was working in an aircraft factory near Vienna. In 1940 I convinced my company (Wiener Neustaedter Flugzeugwerke) that we should attempt the development of a jet-powered helicopter…The project went ahead and after 1941 it was funded by the erman Ministry of Defense as a research pro ect. In September 1 we had the rst model 1 ying The day following the rst ight which consisted of an min. hover the hangar in which the helicopter was stored collapsed in an air raid and destroyed the aircraft. I then moved my development group to another location which was less vulnerable and we started building he V2 and then the V3 models…The V3 was transported to Wright Patterson Air Force Base where it made one captive ight with myself at the controls before being delivered to eneral Electric as a study ob ect for the 17 helicopter I then joined McDonnell and pursued the same thoughts which eventually led to the development of the Army-funded XV–1 onvertiplane which, for the rst time, demonstrated the principle to its full advantage. The 1 ew for about 00 hours and was of cially evaluated by the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Navy To answer your uestion about itler I never met him. oering toured the Wiener Neustaedter Flugzeugwerke once and was shown a run up of the 1 before it made its rst ight. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
77. Louis de Broglie.
French physicist (1892– 1987) known for his theory that matter has the properties of both particles and waves, who was awarded the 1929 Nobel Prize in Physics. ALS in French, one page both sides, 6 x 4.25, September 18, 1977. Untranslated letter to French economist Jacques Rueff, a member of the Academie francaise. In ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in roglie’s hand, incorporating his full name in the return address on the ap. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
78. Erwin Chargaff.
Biochemist (1905– 2002) who discovered two rules that helped lead to the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA. TLS in German, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, August 17, 1995. Letter to journalist Wolfram Schutte, in full (translated): “Many thanks for your letter of the 8th and the beautiful birthday gifts. Greffrath’s essay is really e cellent. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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presidents and first ladies Presidentially franked address panel to his second cousin, “Colo. Will’m A. Washington” 79. George Washington. Freefranked address panel accomplished in Washington’s hand as president, . , addressed to olo. Will’m A. Washington, Westmoreland Cty, Virginia,” and franked in the lower left, “Care of the Postmaster, Leeds Town, President U. S.” The upper portion bears ink stamps, “Free” and “29 SE,” and an ink annotation in another hand, “Sep. 21, 1794, Business.” In very good to ne condition, with trimmed edges and four small pieces of archival mounting tape on the reverse. William Augustine Washington was the second cousin of George Washington, and served as a cavalry of cer in the ontinental Army during the Revolution. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
1769 signature of America’s future first president
80. George Washington. Ink signature, “Go: Washington,” on an off-white 8.75 x 3 slip clipped from a 1769 land indenture. In good condition, with professional backing to slip, several repaired vertical folds, two passing through portions of signature, moderate toning, some paper loss along bottom of folds and lower edge, and red wax remnants next to signature. In these pre war years Washington was a successful planter and member of irginia’s social elite, and he had begun to be more politically active; in 1769, he presented the Virginia Assembly with legislation to boycott English goods until the Townshend Acts were repealed. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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Unusual legal document by the 28-year-old John Adams 81. John Adams. Partly-printed
ADS signed within the body, one page, 6 x 3.75, July 24, 1764. Legal document accomplished in Adams’s hand, in part I Thomas Vinton Jur of Braintree in the County of Suffolk, Blacksmith, constitute John Adams of Braintree aforesaid Esqr., my Attorney in all Causes moved and to be moved for me or against me…Witness my Hand and Seal this Twenty Fourth day of July Anno Domini 1764.” Signed at the conclusion by Thomas Vinton, Jr., and countersigned by John Adams’s brother, Peter Boylston Adams, as a witness. Across the top is a note in the hand of Adams’s eldest son, harles Francis Adams, initialed . F. A., in full The lling up is all in the handwriting of J. A. Af ed at the top edge to a slightly larger cardstock sheet. In ne condition. An interesting and early pre war document boasting the autographs of three Adams family members. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Full Jefferson free frank to his New York Customs collector 82. Thomas Jefferson. Choice full free frank, measuring 5 x 3.5 folded, addressed by Jefferson to “David Gelston esq., New York,” and crisply franked in the lower left, “free, Th: Jefferson.” Docketing notations on reverse date the signature to August 15, 1 1 . In very good to ne condition, with a light stain, light toning along folds, and a small repaired tear above the addressee’s name. A New York merchant and politician who signed the articles of association in 1774, Gelston served as a member of the New York State Senate on two separate occasions. He was appointed by President Jefferson as Collector of the Port of New York in 1801, and held that post until his retirement in 1 21. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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83. James Madison and James Monroe. Partly-print-
ed vellum DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 10.5 x 15, December 1 , 1 12. Scallop topped ship’s pass issued for the Schooner overnor Mc ean of Philad’a John Daly master or commander To Pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods and Merchandize without any hinderance, seisure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and countersigned by Monroe. White paper seal creased but remains intact and af ed to lower left. Matted and framed with engravings of the two founding fathers to an overall size of 31.5 x 22.75. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, wrinkling and creasing (heaviest to the bottom), and soiling to the bottom. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
84. James Monroe. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 12 x 8.25, April 6, 1821. President Monroe grants David Lyons and Lewis Rogers, “assignees of Robert Sturgus,” a tract of land at Vincennes “containing One hundred and Sixty acres.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe, and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land f ce Josiah Meigs. The white paper seal af ed to the lower left remains intact. Double matted and framed with a large engraving of Monroe to an overall size of .2 1 . In very good to ne condition, with some light toning and scattered speckled small stains. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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The president defends his Oak Hill plantation in a scathing letter 85. James Monroe. ALS as president, one page both sides, 8 x 9.75, March 23, 1819. Letter to Thomas Swann, in full: “I forgot to mention to you the case of Mr. Swart yesterday, who has admitted, in some degree, that he must pay the balance due for the land at the death of Judge Jones, but has never paid a cent of it. Mr. Benton will take your instructions in it. I am satis ed that the ob ect of Swart is to evade the payments in hope of taking advantage of the act of limitation, or some other circumstance. He had no title from the old gentleman, & the young one could make none. Had he better be sued in hancery, or by e ectment. The legal title was not in me, e cept by the old gentleman’s will, which may have some weight in the decision. If you think proper to consider the subject, & want further information, & will be so good as to inform it to me, the delay will not be material to Mr. Benton, who will always be ready to follow your instructions. I am aware that I am indebted to you, on acct of the estate & my own account, by your kind attention to my affrs. In Alexa. You never mentioned whether you were so fortunate as to collect some bonds given you by Col. Mercer. If you will be so kind as send me an account I will with great pleasure make sure an arrangement as will be satisfactory to you.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Monroe’s hand. Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet by its integral address leaf. In ne condition, with some light toning and staining. Accompanied by a handsome custom-made leatherbound presentation album. Judge Joseph Jones was Monroe’s uncle, the brother of his mother, and it was Judge Jones who enrolled James Monroe in the College of William and Mary in 1774, becoming a mentor and adviser to the future president. In 1794, Jones and Monroe ointly purchased the land called ak ill in irginia, which came into Monroe’s sole possession when Jones passed in 1 0 . The man in question here, Robert Swart, was the farm manager at Oak Hill plantation and owed Monroe money for land he had purchased from the estate. Later on in his presidency in 1825, Monroe appointed the recipient, his attorney Thomas Swann, as “Attorney of the United States for the District of Columbia.” A lengthy and boldly penned presidential letter boasting several signi cant historical connections. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
86. James Monroe. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one
page, 12.75 x 9.25, August 9, 1824. President Monroe grants William ulger late a private in ook’s ompany of the th Regiment of Infantry, and to his heirs a certain Tract of Land containing one hundred and sixty acres…in the Territory of Arkansas.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the eneral and f ce eorge raham. The white paper seal af ed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good to ne condition, with a crease to the left side and toning along the bottom. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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87. John Quincy Adams. Partly-printed vellum DS as
president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 13.75 x 9.25, April 1, 1825. President Adams grants James M. White a parcel of land “Containing Eighty acres of the Lands directed to be sold at Franklin, Missouri.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Adams and countersigned by Commissioner of the General and f ce eorge raham. Interestingly, this dates to less than one month into Adams’s presidential term, and the document has his predecessor’s name, James Monroe, printed at the top; this was struck through and amended to “John Quincy Adams by a clerk. The white paper seal af ed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good to ne condition, with light toning and soiling. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
89. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 9.5, April 10, 1829. President Jackson grants Peter Groves of Wabash County, Indiana, a tract of the “lands offered for sale at Crawfordsville, Indiana, containing Seventy Six Acres.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by President Jackson and countersigned by Commissioner of the eneral and f ce eorge raham. The white seal af ed to the lower left remains intact. In very good condition, with light toning, staining, intersecting folds, and overall rippling. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
88. John Quincy Adams. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 15.75 x 9.75, May 1, 1826.
President Adams grants Irvine O. Hockaday of Callaway County, Missouri, a parcel of land “in the District of Lands offered for sale at St. Louis, Missouri, containing Two hundred and forty Acres.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Adams and countersigned by ommissioner of the eneral and f ce eorge raham. Also endorsed on the reverse by ockaday. The white paper seal af ed to the lower left is stained but intact. The reverse is lengthily endorsed by ockaday as recorder for allaway ounty. In very good to ne condition, with scattered light toning and staining. ockaday was allaway ounty’s rst clerk and later became president of the Fulton branch of the Western Bank of St. Joseph; in 1862, he intervened on behalf of a wealthy Callaway County farmer whose lands had been seized by federal authorities after the farmer participated in attacks on the North Missouri Railroad. ockaday was also an early settler of Missouri and a friend of Daniel oone’s grandson, Alphonso oone. An interesting association piece bearing a bold presidential signature. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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90. Martin Van Buren. Partly-
printed vellum DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 13.5 x 17.5, February 20, 1864. President Van Buren appoints John M. King as “First Lieutenant in the First Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Van Buren and countersigned by Secretary of War Joel R. Poinsett. The crisply embossed white paper seal af ed to the upper left remains fully intact. In very good to ne condition, with scattered light staining and minor paper loss along one of the intersecting folds. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
91. Martin Van Buren. ALS signed “M. Van Buren,” one page both sides, 5 x 7.25, May 21, 1853. Letter to Mr. Ingersoll, in part: “I will be ready for you on Monday at a quarter before twelve. I am greatly obliged by your kind attentions… Other engagements for the day compel me to decline Mr. Richard Murchison’s polite invitation & I will thank you to make my apology acceptable to him. In ne condition, with an old mounting tape remnant to left edge. Accompanied by a portrait bearing a preprinted signature. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
92. Martin Van Buren. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 12.75 x 16.75, March 2, 1838. President Van Buren appoints Albert E. Church as “Professor of Mathematics at the Military Academy in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Van Buren, and countersigned by Secretary of War Joel R. Poinsett. White paper seal remains af ed to upper left. Framed and in ne condition. Albert hurch graduated rst in the West Point class of 1828 and was commissioned in the Artillery, there being no vacancies in the Corps of Engineers. Superintendent Sylvanus Thayer requested that Church stay at West Point to teach mathematics, and there he remained with the exception of two years, 1832–34, when he joined his artillery unit. In 1838, he succeeded Charles Davies and became professor of mathematics, serving until his death in 1 7 . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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93. John Tyler. Civil War-dated
free franked mailing envelope, 4.25 x 2.5, franked in the upper right, “J. Tyler,” addressed in another hand to “Miss Rebecca Jones,” in Richmond, Virginia, and enclosing a partly cross-written ALS from his daughter-in-law, Nannie Bridges Tyler, two pages on both sides, 4.5 x 7, dated April 9, 1861. Nannie writes to a friend, Rebecca Jones, in Richmond. In part: “Three of the children here have measles and two of the colored people, so that I am daily dreading Martha’s breaking out with it, before I can get away…. That is going on more now in Richmond. The legislature has ad ourned, and it is thought the onvention will, soon and what will irginia do I wonder We are in a terrible I think. ne thing that has caused me to think of you, in a few days past is that I have been reading work on Spiritualism. Don’t you remember my alarm at your communications. ertainly there are wonderful things told wonderful revelations made, but I am skeptical. od’s word is suf cient. In ne condition, with a few tiny opening tears, early ink annotation, and a subtle touch of soiling to envelope, none of the above affecting the clear, dark signature. The envelope bears a steamship postmark of April 1 , one day following eauregard’s attack against Fort Sumter the opening salvo of what would prove to be the bloodiest war in American history. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
94. James K. Polk. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 16 x 12.5, July 18, 1846. President Polk appoints Daniel aughan as Naval f cer for the District of Portsmouth in the State of New Hampshire.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Polk and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury Robert J. Walker. The white paper seal af ed to the lower left remains intact. In ne condition, with scattered light stains and a few edge tears. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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96. Zachary Taylor. Bold ink signature, “Very respectfully, your ob’t serv’t, . Taylor, on an off white 2.2 slip. In ne condition, with light stains showing through from the reverse. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
97. James K. Polk. Partly-printed DS as governor of Tennessee, one page, 12.5 x 15.25, July 14, 1840. Governor Polk grants Robert C. Johnson “a certain Tract or Parcel of Land, containing forty acres, lying in the county of Bradley.” Signed at the conclusion by Polk as governor, and countersigned by John S. Young as secretary of state, and F. J. R. Edwards as register of the Ocoee District. In very good condition, with scattered staining, small areas of paper loss along fragile intersecting folds, and complete separation across the central horizontal fold, held in place with a few small pieces of archival tape on the reverse Polk’s signature is clear and essentially unaffected by any aws. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
98. Millard Fillmore. DS, one
page, 14 x 14, September 15, 1848. Hudson & Berkshire Rail-Road Co. bond in the amount of 1000, issued under the provisions of an act by the New York legislature entitled “An Act to release the prior lien of the State on the Hudson and Berkshire Rail-Road, and to authorise the Stockholders thereof to relate the same with a heavy T rail.” Signed at the conclusion by Fillmore as comptroller of New York, and also signed by “J. Van Rensselaer” as president of the company. The certi cate retains 0 warrant coupons, which were redeemable over the course of twenty years. In ne condition, with e pected cancellation holes touching the signature. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
99. James Buchanan.
Neatly penned ALS as president, one page, 6.5 x 8, August 21, 1857. Letter to H. B. Swarr, in part: “I have written Adam Kendes a kind letter which may perhaps satisfy him. The papers on le present a very naked case. I have again e amined the le sent to me, & there is nothing there from Conestoga Township such as you mention. The removal & appointment depend altogether upon your own statements.” Af ed at the left edge to a cardstock sheet. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Springfield’s ‘prairie lawyer’ resolves a case against his ally’s brother 100. Abraham Lincoln.
ALS signed “A. Lincoln,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, November 1, 1859. Written from Spring eld, Illinois, a letter to Kersey H. Fell, in full: “I know not that I shall be at Bloomington soon—I shall be here till Tuesday next; and will be glad to see you.” Reverse bears docketing by an unknown hand. In ne condition, with faint foxing, intersecting folds, and a tiny tack-sized hole beneath the text. This letter heralds from incoln’s legal heyday in 1852, he had recoiled from the Whig Party, seeking solace as a prairie lawyer.’ From 1 1 through 1860 he would try 175 cases before the Illinois Supreme Court. It was also during this time that he gained the con dence of a substantial client—the Illinois Central Railroad. In the McLean County Circuit Court, November 1858, Lincoln represented plaintiffs Orville H. Browning and Nehemiah Bushnell, both prominent Illinois lawyers and railroad businessmen, against defendants Franklin Price and Kersey Fell, the latter serving as his own attorney; the plaintiffs were suing Price and Fell for their failure to pay on a note. The trial was decided in April 1859, and the court awarded the plaintiffs 70. 2 in damages. This letter is one of several between Fell and incoln which relate to the former’s desire to pay his udgment fees in a series of installments. Interestingly, Fell’s brother, Jesse W. Fell, also a notable lawyer, was a close friend of Lincoln who urged him to challenge Stephen A. Douglas to their famous series of debates and, at the time of this letter, persuaded Lincoln to pen a brief autobiographical sketch that helped get him elected president the following year. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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“I wish you to send me some pure whiskey. I have some which is not fit to drink” 101. Andrew Johnson. ANS, one page, 5.5 x 9, no date. Note
to Sam Carter, in full: “I wish you to send me some pure whiskey. I have some which is not t to drink yet it is called good by some. In very good condition, with reinforcement to central fold and unrelated stray scribbling to lower portion. While this letter is undated, it is almost certainly as president. In fact, legendary, pioneering autograph dealer Thomas Madigan referenced this very “curious letter” in the November 1911, Volume 1, Issue 1 of his magazine The Autograph, dating it “circa 1866” and stating then that Johnson was “the scarcest of the Presidents in A. .S. E . Sotheby’s Parke ernet, January 0, 1 7 sale 210, lot 10 . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Correspondence relating to “the gift of the steamer Vanderbilt to the United States” 102. Andrew Johnson. Manuscript DS as president, one page, 8 x 13, May 16, 1866. Document addressed to the Senate and House of Representatives, in full: “I transmit to Congress a copy of the correspondence between the Secretary of State and Cornelius Vanderbilt of New York, relative to the Joint Resolution of the 28th of January 1864, upon the subject of the gift of the steamer Vanderbilt to the United States. Signed at the conclusion by President Johnson. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“Please detain Mr. Bergholz”—General Grant aims to speak with a released Union spy 103. U. S. Grant. Civil War-dated ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen.,” one page, 7.25 x 4, docketed November 20, 1864. Letter to a “Provost Marshal” in Baltimore, in full: “If the Fort Monroe boat has not left please detain Mr. Bergholz, a passenger, and say to him I will be in Washington on Tuesday. In very good to ne condition, with trimmed edges, repaired upper right corner, and an erasure in the lower blank area. William R. Bergholz was a civil engineer from South Carolina. Because of Union sympathies, or perhaps just from the circumstances of their travel, he and his wife, Mary, found themselves residents of New York City during the Civil War. Bergholz obtained an interview with Ulysses S. Grant and, convincing him of his probity, became a paid agent of the General. In the fall of 1864, Bergholz was arrested by Union troops, but was released on the order of rant, who also directed that ergholz receive 200 for information given the ieutenant eneral, and secret services rendered the overnment.’ Three days after this letter was written, rant met with incoln, eneral enry alleck, and Secretary of War Edwin Stanton to discuss the progress of the war. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Grant’s short tenure as president of Mexican Southern Railroad 104. U. S. Grant. LS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Mexican Southern
Railroad Company letterhead, April 5, 1883. Letter to J. N. Burritt, in full: “Your favor of March 31st inviting me to be present at the Annual Reunion of the Society of the Army of the Potomac, on March 16 & 17th is received, and in reply, I accept with pleasure the kind invitation to be present on that occasion, if I should be here, or where it would be possible for me to attend. But I have to ask to be excused from being allotted to respond to any toast whatever because of the uncertainty of my attending the Reunion. In ne condition, with a rusty fastener impression to the upper left corner. After failing to secure his nomination at the 1880 Republican National Convention, Grant turned his attention to building a post-presidential career in business. Backed by the assurances of Jay Gould and Mexican politician Matias Romero, Grant and other American investors chartered the Mexican Southern Railroad in 1881, with Grant serving as president and Union Paci c e ecutive renville Dodge as its vice president. onstruction delays and the Senate’s re ection of a free trade treaty with Me ico added to the railroad’s bankruptcy in 1 , the same year of rant’s death. onstruction was completed under new ownership in 1 2. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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105. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed
DS as president, one page, 22 x 17, August 8, 1877. Four-language ship’s papers issued to harles Grant, “master or commander of the Ship called Horatio…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for Paci c cean and laden with Provisions, Utensils and Stores for a whaling voyage.” Signed in the fourth panel by Grant as president and countersigned by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish. White seal remains af ed to lower right, with bottom points lightly worn. In very good to ne condition, with old repairs on the reverse to some tears and fold splitting. By the time this pass was issued, Grant had retired and was busy traveling the world, and Hayes had succeeded him as president. These documents were often left blank and signed in advance before being sent out to American ports, where they were lled out as needed they sometimes drew from this e isting supply even after a president had left of ce. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
106. Rutherford B. Hayes. Partly-printed DS
as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 21 x 16, February 9, 1880. President Hayes appoints Speed S. Fry of Danville, Kentucky, as “Supervisor of Census for the Third Census, District of Kentucky.” Signed at the conclusion by President Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of the Interior arl Schurz. In very good to ne condition, with scattered light staining and creasing, minor paper loss at fold intersections, and a heavy fold passing through ayes’s rst initial. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Congressman Garfield recommends a Civil War veteran of the 42nd Ohio Volunteers
107. James A. Garfield. ALS signed
J. A. ar eld, one page, 5 x 7.75, Fortieth Congress, US House of Representatives letterhead, March 12, 1869. Letter to Secretary of the Interior Jacob Dolson Cox, in part: “Capt. S. H. Cole formerly a citizen of Portage Co. O. was a soldier of the 42nd O. V. I., and is a worthy and honorable man. I hope it will be possible for him to secure a clerkship. In very good to ne condition, with light soiling, and a fold split passing through the rst letter of ar eld’s last name. Accompanied by a series of six letters and documents related to Cole, including a letter from ar eld to ole in the hand of an ad utant, stating that he has been detailed for guard duty; an 1862 letter by Benjamin Piatt Runkle to Cole on “Head-Quarters Buckeye Regiment, 45th Ohio” letterhead; an 1862 letter by Capt. Miles Payne to Cole, ordering him to “take every Negro man within one mile…and report him in person…said Negroes to be used to build a stockade as a defence against the attacks of the enemy, and to be released to their masters as soon as said work is completed an 1 letter from t. ol. J. . Smith to ar eld, concerning S. . ole’s leave of absence an 1 7 letter by Samuel . ole to Secretary of War Stanton and general orders printed in 1 by which ole’s service record was modi ed. ole served in the 2nd hio olunteer Infantry, commanded by ar eld, in 1 1 1 2, engaging in operations against onfederate guerillas and ghting at the attle of Mill reek. A fascinating lot relevant to the ivil War. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
From Garfield’s personal library, A Copious and Critical Latin-English Lexicon 108. James A. Garfield. Signed book: A Copious and
Critical Latin-English Lexicon by E. A. Andrews. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1858. Leatherbound hardcover, 7.25 x 10.25, 1648 pages. Signed on a free end page in black ink, J. A. ar eld, iram 1 . ar eld’s personal bookplate, Inter Folia Fructus, ibrary of James A. ar eld, is af ed to the front pastedown. Autographic condition ne, with scattered light toning. ook condition: restored to VG/None, with edgewear to boards. ar eld had attended iram ollege from 1 1 to 1 , where he was most interested in the study of Greek and Latin. In 1856, he returned to Hiram as a teacher, and was named the college’s president in 1 7. A superb personally owned book from early in ar eld’s professional career. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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109. Chester A . A r t h u r.
Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15 x 19, January 30, 1884. President Arthur appoints Robert H. Hall as “Major of the Twenty-second Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Arthur and countersigned by Secretary of War Robert Todd Lincoln. Framed to an overall size of 17 x 21. Intersecting storage folds, scattered soiling, and a restored lower right corner, otherwise ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
111. William McKinley. Partly-printed DS as president,
one page, 21 x 16, August 30, 1899. President McKinley appoints Conant S. Buttrick as “First Lieutenant in the Fortysixth regiment of Infantry, United States Volunteers.” Signed at the conclusion by President McKinley and countersigned by Secretary of War Elihu Root. The blue seal af ed to the lower left remains partially intact. In very good condition, with creasing (primarily to the side edges), a few light stains, a strip of toning to the left side, and a bit of damage to the seal; the signature area is clean, and both signatures are crisp and bold. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Impressive uninscribed volume of McKinley’s speeches and addresses 110. William McKinley.
Signed book: Speeches and Addresses of William McKinley. Later printing. NY: D. Appleton and Company, 1894. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.25, 664 pages. Boldly signed on the rst free end page in black ink, “William McKinley, Dec. 15/94.” Autographic condition ne. ook condition None, with trivial scuf ng to exterior. The substantial volume collects of Mc inley’s speeches and addresses given between 1878 and 1893, both as a member of the House of Representatives and as governor of hio. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“I suppose you saw that I was elected governor of New York, but I think I am proudest of having been Colonel of the Rough Riders” 113. Theodore Roosevelt.
TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, December 28, 1898. Letter to historian William Laird Clowes, in full: “I understand your third volume is very nearly out. Pardon my troubling you, but have you an idea when the fourth will be issued, and will it contain my chapters? The reason for this anxiety, as you know, is that I cannot help hoping I can get my account of the War of 1812 out ahead of Mahan’s, for, of course, whatever he writes will utterly cast into the shade of what I write. I hope you are fairly well now. Of course it is too much to expect to see you on this side. I suppose you saw that I was elected governor of New York, but I think I am proudest of having been Colonel of the Rough Riders.” Roosevelt also made several ink corrections throughout the text in his own hand. In ne condition, with staining along the bottom from old adhesive residue on the reverse. Having established himself as a serious historian after publishing The Naval War of 1812, Roosevelt was invited to contribute a chapter on the war for volume si of lowes’s history of the Royal Navy. At the same time, Alfred Thayer Mahan, considered the greatest American strategist of his era, was working on his two-volume work dedicated to the war; Roosevelt was quick to acknowledge that such a comprehensive study by the foremost naval scholar in the country would overshadow his single chapter in lowes’s book. Fortunately for Roosevelt, Alfred Thayer Mahan’s work did not appear in print until 1 0 . Despite his vast accomplishments in academia and politics, Roosevelt always held his time leading the Rough Riders as his dearest achievement—after two terms as President, he still preferred to be called olonel Roosevelt,’ and considered the charge on San Juan ill as the great day of my life.’ Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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The trust-busting president responds to the “Union Pacific coal investigation”
114. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as president, two pages, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, October 13, 1906. Letter to Judson C. Clements, acting chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission. In part: “I have just received your paper on the Union Paci c coal investigation. The following paragraphs seem to me to directly con ict with one another ou say in the rst place No limitation of the right to ac uire these lands from the government can prevent their being ultimately monopolized, provided title is once ed in a private individual with the unlimited right of conveyance. In view of this fact it is worthy of serious consideration whether the government ought to part with title to its coal lands. These lands are probably of more fundamental consequence to the whole people than any other public lands…Might it not be well for the government to retain title and to lease the right to mine upon such terms as would attract the investment of capital for this purpose ’ ut you go on to say in speaking of the present situation, as follows To day, however, the only available coal lands are owned by these two companies. If therefore, the public coal lands in that region are permanently withdrawn from private entry the effect is to intensify and perpetuate the very monopoly which these railroads have created.’ I am inclined cordially to agree with the rst of these two statements but the second seems to atly contradict it I will back you up to the limit in compelling the railroad companies to afford the independent producers proper track connections and proper transportation facilities as well as to carry the coal for reasonable charges. ut I feel very strongly that your rst position, which is that we should not part with any more coal lands, is correct, in which case your second position, that we should not withdraw public coal lands from private entry can not but be incorrect. In ne condition, with staple holes to the upper left, and light fo ing to the rst page. Accompanied by a T S to Roosevelt by ollier’s editor Mark Sullivan, pertaining to a conversation about the Union Paci c and the Southern Paci c Railroads, a typed copy of a letter to the president from a commissioner in the investigation, and a typed copy of a letter outlining general concerns with the investigation. In June of 1 0 , after a series of antitrust suits that successfully dissolved the railroad industry’s monopolizing Northern Securities ompany, Roosevelt passed the epburn Act which gave the Interstate ommerce ommission great control over the nation’s railways: it made their orders binding, contestable only in federal court, and allowed them to set maximum rates for railways. In this letter to ICC Chairman Judson C. Clemens, Roosevelt stands behind this piece of legislation, writing, “I will back you up to the limit in compelling the railroad companies to afford the independent producers proper track connections and proper transportation facilities as well as to carry the coal for reasonable charges.” He also asserts the nation must maintain control of its coal lands, an increasingly valuable resource in the railway age. Decisive and clear, this letter is a wonderful example of the directness for which Roosevelt was known. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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115. William H. Taft. Signed book:
Present Day Problems. First edition. NY: Dodd, Mead & Company, 1908. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 355 pages. Neatly signed on the rst free end page in black ink, “Sincerely yours, Wm. H. Taft, Dec. 30th 1916, New Haven.” Autographic condition ne. ook condition None, with a bookplate af ed to the front pastedown. A handsome volume with top edge gilt, this book offers a collection of addresses by Taft given on various occasions, on subjects including foreign relations, the economy, politics, and the udiciary. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“I am rather more interested in Roosevelt’s announcement that he still intends to remain a Progressive” 116. William H. Taft. TLS signed
“Wm. H. Taft,” three pages, 8 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 6, 1915. Letter to newspaper correspondent Gus J. Karger, in part: “Victor Murdock’s ebullitions amuse me, but I am rather more interested in Roosevelt’s announcement that he still intends to remain a Progressive. Of course this is a safe thing for him to say, because he can take it back at any time, but it still is an indication that his visit to the West has not impressed him with the feasibility of his becoming the candidate of the Republican party. The truth is I think he begins to see that Wilson’s chance of election is much greater than it was, and he had no idea of casting his lot with an unsuccessful canvass. In this of course he makes a mistake. He is a young man, with great ability, and with a very faithful following, though it has become much smaller of late. If he had the foresight and unsel shness to come into the party and work hard, and be useful in his canvass, he might entertain a very strong hope of being the party’s candidate not at the next election but at the following. As it is, he is likely to stay out and support the leadership of Johnson in a third and dwindling party, and thus become less and less important in National politics.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling and toning, rusty paperclip impressions, and a bit of dampstaining. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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117. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 7 x 9.25, personal let-
terhead, May 3, 1915. Letter to his former private secretary, Charles D. Hilles, in full: “I have yours of May 1st. I would like to sell the Pierce–Arrow to Tom. I am to see Vorys to–day. I have written to Judge Hunt, but have not heard from him. Perhaps we had better not see him until we hear from him.” Taft then continues by adding a note in his own hand I’d like to see you tomorrow at the station if you have time. Nothing in particular, ust to have a look at you Don’t come if it is inconvenient Reach there at 2.0 leave from station at 2. I’ll have lunch in train. In very good to ne condition, with several intersecting folds and light show-through from some old labels attached to the reverse. In 1 0 , President Taft re uested two Pierce Arrows to serve as the rst of cial cars of the White ouse they were two of the four vehicles he kept in his new stable-converted garage, the others being a Baker Motor Vehicle electric car, and a 1911 White Motor Company steam car. Accompanied by a letter from The Manuscript Society ice President James F. Ruddy mentioning the letter and Taft’s af nity for automobiles, as well as a postcard showing Taft riding in the car during his inaugural parade. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
118. Woodrow Wilson. Signed book: The New Freedom. Later printing. NY and Garden City: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1914. Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.5, 294 pages. Boldly signed on the half-title page in ink, “Woodrow Wilson.” Autographic condition: ne. ook condition None, with minor wear at spine ends. Wilson successfully used The New Freedom’ as a campaign slogan in the 1 12 presidential election, focused on progressive reforms of tariffs, business, and banking. e rst released this book in 1 1 , detailing his thoughts about these concepts. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Roosevelt’s remarkable “D-Day Prayer” 119. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Incredible original “D–Day Prayer” lithographic broadside presented to members of the White House staff by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The broadside measures 14 x 21 and in beautiful multicolored gothic type features the president’s national address broadcast the night of the Normandy Invasion, in full: “My fellow Americans: Last night, when I spoke with you about the fall of Rome, I knew at that moment that troops of the United States and our allies were crossing the Channel in another and greater operation. It has come to pass with success thus far. And so, in this poignant hour, I ask you to join with me in prayer: Almighty God: Our sons, pride of our Nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our Republic, our religion, and our civilization, and to set free a suffering humanity. Lead them straight and true; give strength to their arms, stoutness to their hearts, steadfastness in their faith. They will need Thy blessings. Their road will be long and hard. For the enemy is strong. He may hurl back our forces. Success may not come with rushing speed, but we shall return again and again; and we know that by Thy grace, and by the righteousness of our cause, our sons will triumph. They will be sore tried, by night and by day, without rest-until the victory is won. The darkness will be rent by noise and ame. Men’s souls will be shaken with the violences of war. For these men are lately drawn from the ways of peace. They ght not for the lust of con uest. They ght to end con uest. They ght to liberate. They ght to let ustice arise, and tolerance and good will among all Thy people. They yearn but for the end of battle, for their return to the haven of home. Some will never return. Embrace these, Father, and receive them, Thy heroic servants, into Thy kingdom. And for us at home —fathers, mothers, children, wives, sisters, and brothers of brave men overseas—whose thoughts and prayers are ever with them—help us, Almighty God, to rededicate ourselves in renewed faith in Thee in this hour of great sacri ce. Many people have urged that I call the Nation into a single day of special prayer. But because the road is long and the desire is great, I ask that our people devote themselves in a continuance of prayer. As we rise to each new day, and again when each day is spent, let words of prayer be on our lips, invoking Thy help to our efforts. Give us strength, too - strength in our daily tasks, to redouble the contributions we make in the physical and the material support of our armed forces. And let our hearts be stout, to wait out the long travail, to bear sorrows that may come, to impart our courage unto our sons wheresoever they may be. And, O Lord, give us Faith. Give us Faith in Thee; Faith in our sons; Faith in each other; Faith in our united crusade. Let not the keenness of our spirit ever be dulled. Let not the impacts of temporary events, of temporal matters of but eeting moment let not these deter us in our uncon uerable purpose. With Thy blessing, we shall prevail over the unholy forces of our enemy. Help us to conquer the apostles of greed and racial arrogancies. Lead us to the saving of our country, and with our sister Nations into a world unity that will spell a sure peace a peace invulnerable to the schemings of unworthy men. And a peace that will let all of men live in freedom, reaping the just rewards of their honest toil. Thy will be done, Almighty od. Amen. In ne condition. riginally entitled et ur earts e Stout,’ Roosevelt is said to have written this prayer during the night as the news of the June 6, 1944 D-Day invasion began to reach the White House. He rarely attended church, but according to his wife Eleanor, FDR had a strong religious feeling and his religion was a very personal one.’ While FDR publicly spoke of his beliefs less than many presidents, his wartime speeches often referenced his creed. In his 1942 State of the Union address, he invoked hristian principles to ustify the war We are ghting, as our fathers have fought, to uphold the doctrine that all men are e ual in the sight of od.’ Starting id 00
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120. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Twice-
signed DS, one page, 8.5 x 3.75, February 1, 1927. Promissory note signed by Roosevelt as president of the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation for repayment in gold coin to himself for his personal funding of the foundation. Document reads: “On February 1st, 1937, at the Bank of America, New York City, Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, Inc., a corporation of the State of Delaware, promises, for value received, to pay to the order of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the sum of Two Thousand, Two Hundred and Fifty Dollars in gold coin of the United States of America of the standard of weight and neness e isting on the date of this note, without interest. The maker of this note may at any time before maturity pay and discharge the same, by payment at said Bank of America of the principal amount thereof, without interest.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by his trusted advisor and onetime law partner, D. asil ’ onnor. A typed endorsement on the reverse reads, The within named payee waives presentment and notice of non-payment of the within note,” and is signed again by Roosevelt. In ne condition, with trimmed edges, some scattered light creases and wrinkles, staple hole above typed portion, and light show-through from endorsement and signature on reverse. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
121. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Harvard
Class of 1904, Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Reunion letterhead, May 23, 1929. Letter for his Harvard classmates, in part: “I desire to express my sincere hope that you will come to Cambridge for Commencement, June 1 th to 20th. As you know, this Twenty fth Anniversary is, by tradition, the most important that will be held during our lives as Harvard graduates. It will mean everything to us to have a large attendance Already 2 lassmates have signi ed their intention of coming…Secondly, may I join in the appeal…in asking for a contribution to enable our Class to complete the necessary sum to cover both the gift to the University of 1 0,000, and the e penses of the Reunion…I shall hope to have the great pleasure of seeing you again ne t month. In very good to ne condition, with scattered light creasing and toning. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Masonic collection signed by Truman, a 33° Past Grand Master 122. Harry S. Truman. Four items signed by Truman: an ALS
signed “Harry,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Grand Lodge of Missouri letterhead, November 27, 1940. Letter to John W. Snyder reads, in full: “Just had a telegram from Bess saying that the experts have decided not to operate on Momma. It sure took a load of bricks off my head. I had another leg & foot specialist look at her and he said not now.’ I am wiring you today asking you to see ou olland. e’s a real big man and my friend. ou can trust him and he really wants to do something for Missouri. No ax to grind himself. I’m doing a little high hatting’ down here. ope to see you soon.” Also included is an ornate partly printed document, signed “John Wesley Snyder,” countersigned by the Sovereign Grand Commander 33° and Grand Secretary General 33° of the Supreme Council Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the Thirty Third and Last Degree of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America, 16 x 20.75, September 28, 1966. Signed in the upper left “Harry S. Truman 33° P G-M, 8-25-67 Mo.” Lastly, a pair of T Ss to Snyder, both signed by Truman, regarding Snyder’s Masonic situation. In overall very good to ne condition, with punch holes and staple holes to top edge of letter, as well as an of ce stamp and central horizontal fold to document, as well as some scattered light toning and soiling, and adhesive remnants to reverse. These pieces originate from John W. Snyder, a businessman and close friend of Truman, who was later appointed Secretary of the Treasury in his administration. Truman was an active Mason, and of the fourteen U.S. Presidents who were Masons, President Truman is the only one to have been given the of the Supreme ouncil of the Scottish Rite. Freemasonry,’ Truman wrote, is a system of morals which makes it easier to live with your fellow man, whether he understands it or not.’ In the rst letter, Truman praises ou olland, a ansas ity businessman who worked with Truman to nance road construction in Jackson ounty. A ne set of items related to the president’s Missouri connections and his Masonic ties. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Three years after dropping the atomic bomb, Truman desires “to accelerate the stockpiling of strategic and critical materials” 123. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, July 16, 1948. Memorandum for the director of the Bureau of the Budget, James E. Webb. In part: “Attached is a copy of a Recommendation to the President by the National Security Resources Board on steps necessary to accelerate the stockpiling of strategic and critical materials (NSRB-R-11). I have approved this recommendation…Will you please undertake an investigation of the responsibilities and activities of the various departments and agencies of the Government in connection with the stockpiling of strategic and critical materials, and particularly with the speci c recommendations contained in the National Security Resources Board report, and prepare for me at the earliest practicable time a recommended program of action. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 60 | October 11, 2017 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES
Written less than a month into his presidency 124. Harry S. Truman. TLS
as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, May 4, 1945. Letter to Jerome M. Joffee, in full: “I have noted with much interest all that you say in your letter of April seventeenth and want you to know that I appreciate very deeply your very generous expressions of commendation. It is gratifying to know that you were so deeply impressed with my Message to the Congress. Please accept my warm thanks.” Truman adds a handwritten postscript: “I was most happy to remember the ounty udget ght which we had years ago. It did help somewhat. In ne condition, with a light block of toning from prior display. Accompanied by a copy of Joffee’s referenced letter dated April 17, 1 . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
125. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Huge vintage color matte-
nish 1 . 1 .7 portrait of Eisenhower, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, “For Moe and Lucille McCool, with best wishes, Dwight D. Eisenhower.” Framed to an overall size of 20. 2 . . In ne condition, with some light damage to the frame. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
126. Jacqueline Kennedy. Unsigned handwritten letter, one page, 5 x 8, no date,
but circa November 1962. Letter to Kennedy Secretary Evelyn Lincoln, in full: “Will you be sure Randolph hurchill is thanked for his telegram to us by JF . If you don’t have his address call ee here in W. . at 12 0. In ne condition, with staple holes and light creasing. Accompanied by an off-white 5 x 3 card annotated in Gregg shorthand the te t of JF ’s reply to hurchill, whose name has been penned below by an unknown hand, and a carbon copy of the presumed thank you letter from President Kennedy to Churchill, dated November 2, 1962, in full: “Many thanks for your wire and your excellent article. You put the issue clearly and in view of the division of opinion that existed there I understand it was most helpful.” Also accompanied by a copy of a letter from Kennedy Press Secretary Pierre Salinger to Churchill, dated October 31, 1962, in full: “I appreciated both your wire and the copy of the article in NEWS OF THE WORLD. Nowhere have I seen the fundamental relationship between Berlin and Cuba exposed with such clarity as in your article. It struck at the very heart of the point which was uppermost in the President’s mind. I know how much the President valued your telegram and support during the very dif cult week. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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127. Jacqueline Kennedy.
intage matte nish 7. . close up photo of President ennedy smiling in pro le, with the rst lady pictured ust behind him, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “For Jenny Schaffner—with all my best wishes, Jac ueline ennedy. Framed and in ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
The 77-year-old Nixon on a discovered heart problem—“It is not unpleasant & seldom fatal” 128. Richard Nixon. ALS signed “Dick,” one page, 7.25 x
10.5, personal letterhead, April 7, 1990. Letter to Jack Dreyfus, Jr., in full What a magni cent oral arrangement Pat put it in the center hall where everyone can admire it. I am delighted we had our dinner before they discovered the heart problem. It is not unpleasant & seldom fatal. I expect to resume my schedule in early May—Again—many thanks for your gracious hospitality & your loyal friendship. In ne condition. Accompanied by the original envelope. During an exam at the New York HospitalCornell Medical Center in early April 1990, the 77-year-old Nixon was discovered to have a non-life-threatening heart rhythm disturbance. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Shortly after leaving the vice presidency, Nixon opens his “first brokerage account” 129. Richard Nixon. TLS signed “Dick,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 17, 1 1. etter to nancier Jack Dreyfus, Jr., in full I am enclosing my check for 0,000 to Dreyfus and o. for the purpose of opening my rst brokerage account. In accordance with our discussions, I would like you to apply whatever portion of this amount is required to purchase a four year call on 1000 shares of Poloroid [sic] stock. Whatever balance remains in the account after this disbursement, I would like to invest in stocks you and your associates would recommend. As I have previously indicated, my ta and nancial position is such that my investment portfolio should emphasize stocks which provide capital gain opportunities rather than dividend income. Incidentally, as I have indicated in our discussions, I have no knowledge whatever of the mechanics of the stock market since my capital position has been such in public life that I have not been able to make any investments in stocks. I know there are risks involved in investing in stocks but my capital position this year is such that I can afford to take a substantial risk in the amount covered by the enclosed check.” In ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
130. Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Color
satin-finish 7.5 x 9.5 full-length photo of Ronald and Nancy Reagan during a peaceful stroll, af ed to the original 11 x 14 mount, calligraphically inscribed on the mount, “To Tim ’Flynn, With our best wishes,” and signed in black felt tip as rst lady and president, Nancy and & Ronald Reagan. In very ne condition. Accompanied by the original White House mailing envelope, as well as a transmittal letter from Linda M. Perreault, the director of correspondence for the rst lady, dated February , 1 7. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
131. Ronald Reagan and George Bush.
Wonderful color satin-finish 8 x 10 three-quarter-length photo of Reagan and Bush, signed and inscribed in black ink as president, “To Ron Wade, With Best Regards, Ronald Reagan,” and in black felt tip as vice president, “ R o n Wa d e — Warm Personal Regards, eorge ush. In ne condition. The recipient, Ron Wade, was a oor leader at the 1 Republican National Convention and was later appointed by Bush to his Presidential Inaugural Committee. He served as the regional director for ush’s campaign races in 1 0, 1 , and 1 2. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“I write this from AFII, our vacation interrupted by the Soviet shoot down” 132. George Bush. ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 4.25, vice presidential letterhead, September 2, 1983. Letter to “Bruce,” in full: “I write this from AFII, our vacation interrupted by the Soviet shoot down. Thanks for the beautiful picture of Wallen Point. It hangs happily in our living room. I tried to call today but 646-2756 produced some semi irate guy and info’ was not helpful. Please tell George Carpenter how much arb & I like his work. In very good to ne condition, with light staining and creasing. The Soviet shoot down refers to the Korean Air Lines Flight 007, shot down by a Soviet Su-15 interceptor on September 1st, resulting in the loss of 269 lives, including 1 Americans. The incident was one of the most tense of the old War. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“When individual citizens choose to involve themselves, criminals lose, and our streets are made safer” 133. George Bush. TLS as
president, one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, January 8, 1990. Letter to Sergeant Alex Suarez, USMC. In full: “Word has reached me through a member of the Dallas Police Department of your courageous pursuit and apprehension of a hit-and-run driver. Our country thrives because of people like you who put the needs of others before their own. Through your resolute action, you have shown that, when individual citizens choose to involve themselves, criminals lose, and our streets are made safer for law-abiding Americans. You are truly a hero. Barbara joins me in commending you for your swift actions and in wishing you all the best. od bless you. In very ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 64 | October 11, 2017 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES
134. George Bush. ALS as vice president, one page both sides, 6.25 x 4.25, vice presidential letterhead, December 22, 1988. A letter offering condolences on the death of Max Robinson, the popular AfricanAmerican host of A ’s World News Tonight. In full “Barbara and I want to send to you our most sincere condolences in your time of sadness. Max inspired so many people as he paved the way in T. V. I know that your family must hurt a great deal. Maybe it helps to know that many people are thinking of you with full hearts at this special time of year. In ne condition, with “x” marks through text, partially removed on the front. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Dallas Cowboys jersey belonging to the Bushes 135. George and George W. Bush. Russell Athletic Dallas
Cowboys football jersey, with an embroidered “25” star sewn on left chest, and screened with the numbers “84” and “Bush” on the upper back, size 44, signed on the back in black felt tip, “G. Bush, 1–16–98” and “G. W. Bush.” This was one of the two jerseys that the Dallas Cowboys football team—represented by Coach Tom Landry and quarterbacks Roger Staubach and Danny White—gave to President Ronald Reagan and Vice President George Bush at the Republican National Convention held at the Loews Anatole on August 22, 1984; the “25” star signifying the silver anniversary of the Cowboys franchise. Also included is a color semi-glossy 9.75 x 7.75 photo of Reagan and Bush holding up their respective jerseys, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip, “To Ron Wade, my friend, Good luck, George Bush,” and a color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Bush standing next to Wade just moments after signing the jersey, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Ron Wade—Good Luck—George Bush.” Reverse of both photos bear collector’s notations indicating that the photo and jersey signatures were obtained in the former president’s ouston of ce on January 1 , 1 . In overall ne condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett, an unsigned photo of Bush and Reagan holding the jerseys at the 1984 RNC, a postcard showing three generations of the Bush family, and a hardcover book written by Wade entitled “The Dallas Cowboys Football Jersey Belonging to Two United States Presidents,” which reads, in part: “Years passed by and in 1988 George H. W. Bush was running himself for President and his son, George W. Bush, was managing partner to the Texas Rangers baseball team. I had maintained a close friendship with both Bush Sr. and George W. Bush…Through the years George W. Bush had helped me add to my Presidential memorabilia collection, sending me little bo es of his father’s campaign items I also served as an informal advisor to George W. on happenings in East Texas that might affect the campaign. I would pick up the phone, call his number and within a short time he would return my call for an update. On one of these talks he asked if I would like to have a Cowboys football jersey his dad had given to him and I said absolutely.’ Some days later a brown envelope arrived from him with T E football ersey I had seen presented in 1 at the oews Anatole in Dallas. The recipient, Ron Wade, was a oor leader at the 1 Republican National onvention and was later appointed by ush to his Presidential Inaugural ommittee. e served as the regional director for ush’s campaign races in 1 0, 1 , and 1 2. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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136. George Bush. TLS,
College students George and Barbara on the back of Vogue magazine
one page, 6.25 x 8.5, personal letterhead, September 25, 2003. Letter to Ron Wade, in full: “That advertisement appeared when I was at Yale University. Barbara and I were paid a very modest fee for going down to New York ad appearing in the ad. I recall that they also had some all–American football player from Michigan. I am very vague on how we were picked, but I do remember it was a very pleasant overnight in New York. In those days, that was a great treat for Barbara and me.” Includes a copy of Vogue magazine from August 1, 1948, which features on the back cover a Bates Fabrics advertisement showing George and arbara in a casual living room setting. In ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. The recipient, Ron Wade, was a oor leader at the 1988 Republican National Convention and was later appointed by Bush to his Presidential Inaugural Committee. He served as the regional director for ush’s campaign races in 1 0, 1 , and 1 2. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
The designer of the presidential seal 137. Edward Stabler. Maryland farmer and postmaster
17 1 who created the rst known presidential seal he also made early seals for the Senate, House of Representatives, and several government departments. ALS signed “E. Stabler,” one page, 7.75 x 6.25, no date but circa 1850. Penned on the reverse of a Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Montgomery ounty statement, which lists Stabler as the company’s president. A letter to relative James S. Hallowell, in full: “I have but a moment to say that we rec’d your letter, aving to mail some 350 letters this morning, every instant of my time has been occupied fully so until this moment I nd a N. ork paper, that the Steam Ship Cherokee will be detained there until next 5 day—but I do not at present feel it expedient to take any step in the business—If S. was thwarted in his plans, he might be induced to embark in something else equally objectionable, if not even more so—and as he has determined thus to act, he must take all the responsibility upon himself—It is the greatest trial I ever had; but it may all prove best in the end—We are all about as usual health—The mail waits.” Addressed on the lower panel in his own hand, and franked in the upper right, Edw’d Stabler Free. In very good to ne condition, with light stains and general handling wear. Starting id 200
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139. George Bush
140. George W. Bush
141. Bill Clinton
142. Bill Clinton
143. Dwight D. Eisenhower
144. Gerald Ford
145. Gerald Ford
147. Gerald and Betty Ford
148. U. S. Grant: Horace Porter
149. Warren G. Harding
151. Rutherford B. Hayes
152. Herbert Hoover
153. Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson
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156. Abraham Lincoln
157. Richard Nixon
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159. Richard Nixon
160. Richard Nixon
161. Ronald Reagan
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notables
Declaration of Independence The Maryland signer inquires about the health of a slave
170. Charles Carroll of Carrollton. ANS signed “Ch. Carroll of Carrollton,” one page, 8 x 2.75, August 24, 1828. A note to “Doctor Richardson,” in full: “My servant Harry tells me he cannot retain his urine & that you can cure his complaint. I wish you to effect his cure. In ne condition, with unobtrusive repairs on the reverse to several vertical folds. Carroll was a wealthy planter and, like many of his time, a slaveholder. Although he supported the gradual abolition of slavery, he did not free his own slaves. In 1828—the year of this note—he served as president of the Auxiliary State Colonization Society of Maryland, the Maryland branch of the American Colonization Society, an organization dedicated to returning black Americans to lead free lives in African states such as Liberia. At the time of his death in 1 2, arroll owned over 200 slaves. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
171. William Ellery. Third-person ADS, signed within the text, “William Ellery,” one page, 3.5 x 1.5, April 10, 1773. A short receipt, in full: “Received, Newport April 10th 1773, of William Ellery Seventy eight Pounds nine Shillings and nine Pence old Tenor in full of all Accounts.” Handsomely double-matted and framed with a plaque and portrait to an overall size of 11 x 18.5. In ne condition, with the lower right bottom edge trimmed off. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting id 200
172. Elbridge Gerry. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Massachusetts (1744–1814) who later served as vice president under James Madison. His name entered the language as a result of his support of politically advantageous redistricting, which became known as gerrymandering.’ Partly printed DS, signed “E. Gerry,” one page, 14.5 x 9, May 22, 1812. As governor of Massachusetts, Gerry appoints Daniel ongfellow to be ieutenant of a ompany in the rst Regiment of Infantry in the Second Brigade, and Tenth Division of the Militia of this Commonwealth.” Signed on the left side by Gerry and countersigned by Benjamin Homans as secretary. Also includes ongfellow’s . 2. membership card for the Washington enevolent Society, signed by two of cers of the club. The white paper seal af ed to the upper left remains intact. In very good condition, with irregular overall toning. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Military commission signed by Governor Hancock 173. John Hancock. Partlyprinted DS, one page, 16 x 12.5, April 16, 1792. Governor Hancock appoints Ezra Sawyer as “Captain of a Company of Cavalry in the Seventh Division of Militia of this Commonwealth, comprehending the County of Worcester.” Beautifully signed in the left border by Hancock, and countersigned by John Avery, Jr., as secretary. The large paper seal remains crisp and af ed to upper right. In very good to ne condition, with professional repairs to separations of intersecting folds on reverse, a vertical crease through a single letter of signature, scattered light toning and foxing, and a bit of scattered light paper loss along fold junctions. Sawyer was the son of a Revolutionary War commander who brie y lived in New York State before returning to the family homestead in Worcester, Massachusetts. It was sometime following his return in which he received the offered appointment from ancock, who, essentially then a gurehead governor due to failing health, would die just over a year later. Sawyer served in the War of 1812, where he and his regiment partook in the defense of oston during a fall 1 1 battle. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
War-dated appointment for a “Captain Lieutenant” in the “Army of the United States” 174. Samuel Huntington. Revolutionary War–dated
partly printed vellum DS, signed Sam’l untington President,” one page, 10.5 x 7, July 20, 1780. As president of Continental Congress, Huntington appoints Timothy Allen as “Captain Lieutenant in the Regiment commanded by Colonel Webb in the Army of the United States.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Huntington as president of the Continental Congress, and countersigned by Benjamin Stoddert as secretary of the Board of War. The white paper seal af ed to the upper left remains intact. In very good to ne condition, with light toning and soiling. ol. Samuel lachley Webb’s regiment, the th onnecticut, had recently been involved in the attle of Spring eld on June 2 , 17 0, repulsing a ritish advance into New Jersey. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Sought-after pay document endorsed by the New York signer, for “my attendance in Senate as a Member”
175. Lewis Morris. Landowner and developer from New York who signed the Declaration of Independence and served as
a delegate to the Continental Congress (1726–1798). Manuscript DS, one page both sides, 7.75 x 4.25, May 12, 1784. A pay order for Morris’s services in the New ork State Senate, signed on the front by Pierre an ortlandt, in part The State of New York, To Lewis Morris…To my attendance in Senate as a Member from the 24th day of January to the 12th day of May, 94 days and 2 Travelling days, 96 days, at 16/ £76.16.” Morris endorses below an acknowledgment of the payment on the reverse, in part Rec’d May 12th 17 from erard ancker Es r Treasurer Seventy si Pounds Si teen shillings in full for this account. oused in a gorgeous full leather presentation folder. In ne condition. Pierre an ortlandt served as the rst lieutenant governor of New York and was president of the New York State Constitutional Convention in 1777; on July 9, 1776, he was among 38 delegates to ratify the Declaration of Independence at White Plains. Morris served as a New York state senator from 17 to 17 0. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Scarce handwritten invoice for “Man & horse, Doctoring, & Nursing while Sick”
176. Matthew Thornton. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Hampshire (1714–1803). Soughtafter ADS, signed “Mathew Thornton Justice of Peace,” one page, 7. . , March 2 , 17 . Af davit concerning the cost of caring for a sick man. In part: “Charges I paid for Man & horse, Doctoring, & Nursing while Sick…The above named Samuel Richardson After Due Caution Made Solemn Oath That the above Account by him signed is Just & True.” Removably encapsulated in a mylar sleeve. In ne condition, with edges possibly trimmed. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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American Politicians and Leaders 177. Elias Boudinot. American lawyer and statesman (1740-1821) who served as President of the Continental Congress from 1782 to 1783 and later became a US Representative from New Jersey and director of the United States Mint. Uncommon ALS, one page, 7 x 7.75, February 8, 1806. Letter to Jonathan Small, in part: “It was not till this moment that I have so remembered my Note…I am afraid it is now too late. I enclose this Note with my Indorsement, & beg you will get it discounted for me,—If it should be protected (I mean the Note now due) be so good as to pay the Expenses for me, and I will repay you—I expect to be in the City in 2 or 3 days when I will call you—.” Expertly inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In very good to ne condition, with two horizontal lines of toning, and a ghostly offset image of Boudinot, the result of contact with an engraving of him included . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
178. Thomas Hutchinson. Manuscript document pertaining to the future loyalist governor of Massachusetts Thomas
utchinson, two pages, 7.7 12. , January 7, 17 . The document relates to oston’s New rick hurch, and begins We the Subscribers to pay to the ommittee of the New brick hurch so called in oston, whereof the Rev’d Mr. Welsted is pastor the sum af ’d to our names towards defraying the charge of the Funerall of our late pastor the Rev’d Mr. ray deceased. elow is a list in a clerical hand of names and amounts pledged, beginning with Tho’s utchinson, Forty pounds. The second page records a list of 68 names, many of which are found in the document. Also includes two 1802 documents related to a property arrangement with the New rick hurch, the rst, in part Whereas the ommittee of the New rick hurch Meeting House Society have given me the subscriber permission to have a door and windows to open out of the back part of the Dwelling House of John White Esqr…and also to have the priviledge of to continue a small poarch or covering to said door and the priviledge to hang cloaths in the aforesaid yard excepting on the Lords Day.” In very good condition, with some light staining, rough edges, and complete central separation to the second page which could be repaired . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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1778 Continental Navy document for the USS Boston 179. John Langdon. New ampshire’s second governor 17 1 1 1 , signer
of the Constitution, and president pro tempore of the US Senate under George Washington. Revolutionary War–dated manuscript DS, one page, 8 x 9.75, July 16, 1778. Receipt for the payment of £351.8.8 1/4 by the Marine Committee of the ontinental ongress for e penses accrued in the tting out and provisioning of “The Continental Ship Boston” between August 6, 1777 and July 16, 1778. Some of the itemized expenses include the construction of barrels, 20 barrels of Irish beef, barrels of bread, a bo of candles, and gallons of rum. In ne condition, with intersecting folds. Launched in July 1776, the USS Boston was commissioned under the command of Captain Hector McNeill. Sailing in company with the USS Hancock in May 1777, the two frigates captured three prizes including the 28-gun HMS Fox. One month later, the Fox and Hancock were captured in an engagement with three British vessels, but the Boston escaped to the Sheepscot River on the coast of Maine. After hiding there until July 23rd, McNeill sailed to Portsmouth where he presumably took the provisions listed on angdon’s account. aptain McNeill would later be court martialed for his failure to come to ancock’s aid. Placed under the command of Samuel Tucker, the Boston carried John Adams to France in 1778. She then cruised European waters, taking four prizes before returning to Portsmouth in October. The next year the Boston joined the squadron sent to assist in the defense of Charleston, South Carolina, where it seized in the British capture of the city. A scarce ontinental Navy document from the Revolutionary War, signed by one of America’s founding fathers. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“I think I feel younger than Mr. Abraham Lincoln who is now near the mature age of five years” 180. Robert Todd Lincoln. Son of President Abraham Lincoln (1843–1926) who served as secretary of war in the ar eld and Arthur administrations. A S signed Robert T. incoln, one page, . . , Isham & incoln law rm letterhead, February 1, 1878. Letter to a general, in part: “I resent your implication of getting old. I think I feel younger than Mr. Abraham Lincoln who is now near the mature age of ve years. is older sister seems like a grandmother to me. In ne condition. The only grandson of President Abraham Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln II was the middle child of Robert Todd Lincoln and his wife Mary, and sadly died of an infection at age 1 while in Europe to study French. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Activists and Social Leaders 181. Clara Barton. Teacher and humanitarian (1821–1912) best known for founding the relief organization the American Red Cross. Bold purple ink signature, “Very sincerely, Clara Barton,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3.5 Red Cross Avenue stationery card. In ne condition. Accompanied by an 1 pamphlet entitled “The Red Cross,” issued by the American National Red ross. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“Happy you were able to hear The Messenger”
182. Malcolm X. Rare ALS signed “Malcolm X,” one page on a color 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting New York City, postmarked October 22, 1958. Letter to Gloria Owens, in full: “Greetings from the world’s largest city. appy you were able to hear The Messenger. In ne condition. loria wens was the sister of Maceo wens, secretary at Muhammad’s Mos ue No. 7 in Harlem where Malcolm X preached alongside Louis Farrakhan. A decidedly rare, important autograph boasting a ne association. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id
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Page from an early draft of The Autobiography of Malcolm X 183. Malcolm X and Alex Haley. Hand-corrected typed manuscript
page from the notes that would become The Autobiography of Malcolm X, one page, 8.25 x 13.75, featuring numerous black ballpoint annotations by Alex Haley and one red ink notation in the hand of Malcolm X, into these demonstrations. The rst paragraph, as corrected, reads “Government intelligence studies had showed that all-black demonstrators were extremely militant, sometimes violent. But violence decreased to the degree that whites were integrated’ into these demonstrations. The government knew that bitter, disenchanted, angry blacks probably would violently disrupt Washington, regardless of the odds or the consequences.” Nicely double-matted with a caption and portraits of both to an overall size of 1 2 . In ne condition. Starting id 00
The father of the Indian Renaissance 184. Ram Mohan Roy. Indian reformer (1772–1833) who challenged traditional indu culture and rst introduced the word induism into the English language in 1816. LS signed “Rammohun Roy,” one page, 7.25 x 9, June 6, 1832. Letter to Graves C. Haughton, Honorary Secretary of the Royal Asiatic Society. In full: “I am favored with your Letter of the 4th Instant, acquainting me that the Council of the Royal Asiatic Society have done me the honor to invite me to its Anniversary Dinner on the 15th Instant, and inclosing a card for the same. I beg to say that I will do myself the honor of dining with the Society on that occasion.” In ne condition, with light staining along the left edge from old mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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185. Florence Nightingale.
ALS, one page, 4.5 x 6.5, October 18, 1873. Letter to Miss Bourne, in full: “Mrs. Wardooper will be much pleased to accept the Scrapbook offered for Alexandra Ward: & begs me to convey this message with her kind regards to you. May God guide you in the fervent prayer of yours.” Contained within a small irregularly cut mat. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
186. Booker T. Washington. LS,
one page, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, April 22, 1905. Letter to Samuel Hamilton of New York, in part: “Our students pay their board partly in work and partly in cash, but they are wholly unable in addition to pay the cost of teaching, which is Fifty Dollars per year for each one. If you can help us, in any measure, however small, to meet the cost of tuition, we shall be very grateful. Our endowment is not suf cient to enable us to run the institution without asking help. In ne condition. A great letter on desirable letterhead. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Supreme Court 187. John Jay. Partly-printed
DS, one page, 13.5 x 8, December 1, 1795. As governor of New York, Jay appoints John W. Whiting as “Lieutenant of a Troop of Horse Commanded by Captain John R. Van Rensselaer in the Brigade of Militia in the County of Columbia whereof Henry Livingston Esquire Brigadier General.” Signed on the left side by Jay, and countersigned by Lewis A. Scott as secretary. The white paper seal af ed to the upper left remains intact. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Businessmen 188. John Jacob Astor. Businessman
who was the rst prominent member of the Astor family and the rst multimillionaire in the United States (1763–1848). ADS, one page, 7 x 3, January 1 , 1 00. andwritten receipt, in full Rec’d of Mr. Raunk one pound 6/ in full, New York, 16 January 1800, £1.6.0, John Jacob Astor. In very good to ne condition, with a few small repairs and some light staining. A desirable example signed in full. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
189. John Jacob Astor.
ADS at the top of a 7.5 x 9.5 ledger page, December 7, 1811. Handwritten receipt, in full Rec’d 7th Dec’r 1 11 of en . Wilson Nine hundred & thirty nine Dollars & si ty three cents on Acc’t of Trust sold by Ja’s Dilworth & o., . , John Jacob Astor. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
191. P. T. Barnum. ALS, one page, 6.75 x 8, September , 1 7 . In part ours rec’d Dwight Manning told me today your salary was 1 00 per year & no perquisites. I hoped you would sell & pay me up before leaving—as I very much want more money than I shall have to spare this fall. If you can’t do this I suppose I must lend you 00 or 1000 if absolutely necessary & will do so upon your sending me a note.” In very good condition, with moderate overall soiling. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Barnum promotes the American debut of the ‘Swedish Nightingale’ 190. P. T. Barnum. ALS, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, December 12, 1850. Letter to the
editor of the Republic, in full Will you be so good as to announce positively that M’lle Jenny Lind will arrive in Washington on Monday morning and give her Grand Concert on the same evening rain or shine and that there is no surety whatever that she will give more than one concert in Washington. Indeed the chances are that our arrangements are such as to render it impossible to give a second concert in your city.” In very good condition, with scattered light creasing and splitting along intersecting folds. A Swedish opera singer often known as the Swedish Nightingale,’ ind sailed to America in September 1850 to start a yearlong tour with Barnum as her manager. Thanks to arnum’s marketing, ind was a celebrity even before she arrived, with tickets in such high demand that many were sold at auction. Her exhaustive touring of the East Coast resulted in concerts under arnum’s management, with ind earning a total of nearly 0,000. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 77
192. Andrew Carnegie. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Skibo Castle letterhead, September 11, 1902. Letter to Mr. Laing, in full: “It will give Mrs. Carnegie & Myself great pleasure to accept your very kind invitation to be your guests when we visit Hawick. Mr. Shaw is to be here soon & we shall arrange dates meanwhile. Many thanks. In ne condition, with scattered light creasing. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
193. Andrew Carnegie. ANS in pencil
signed “A. C.,” written at the conclusion of a letter addressed to him by a writer from Cosmopolitan magazine, two pages both sides, 4.5 x 6.75, June 24, 1908. The Cosmopolitan writer asks “what object of art you value for any reason above any others in your possession.” Carnegie’s response, in full My Twa dogs,’ Scotch collies. My beautiful companions both alas gone where good dogs go . In ne condition. The painting refers to Twa Dogs’ by William Wells. arnegie kept a pair of Scotch ollies at Skibo astle. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
195. James C. Fargo. Brother of
American Express founder William C. Fargo (1829–1915) who himself later served as president of that company for thirty years. ALS signed “J. C. Fargo,” one page, 6.25 x 9, personal letterhead, December 17, 1900. In part: “As per your request I enclose the notice of Julius Offenbach… under date of Oct. 26th 1900, also copy of the note of charge of 12,000. In ne condition, with a le hole to the upper left. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
194. Francis Martin Drexel.
Philadelphia banker and artist (1792–1863) who founded the banking house of Drexel & Co. in 1837, which became one of the largest banks in the United States. The rm was famously forced into bankruptcy in 1990 due to illegal activities in the junk bond market. Extremely rare partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Francis M. Drexel,” one page, 23.5 x 17.5, June 1, 1861. Indenture by which Drexel and his wife sell a “triangular lot on the east side of Fifth street south of Norris street, in the city of Philadelphia to Daniel aviland in consideration of the sum of . . Signed at the conclusion by Francis M. Dre el and atherine Dre el. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“I am quite in the dark”—a rare letter from the American Express president 196. William Fargo. Businessman (1818–1881) who co-founded the famous
e press rm Wells, Fargo & o., served as president of American E press, and later directed the New ork entral and Northern Paci c Railways. E tremely rare ALS signed “Wm. G. Fargo,” one page, 7.75 x 10, American Express Company letterhead, January 20, 1880. Letter to American Express Treasurer Alex Holland, in part: “I am glad to hear that you are getting along so well with Rice and hope that matters will prove no worse than were anticipated. I should take the mortgage for 2 ,000 as suggested. I had the report & for 1 7 sent to J. . Fargo if, after checking them up, it is thought best to have more, they can be sent. I sent you this morning the dispatch requested, though not knowing for what it is to be asked or what it means. I am uite in the dark. In ne condition, with strips of toning to the top and bottom. While Fargo signed stock certi cates are common, letters are e ceedingly scarce this is the rst e ample we have ever encountered. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Gould funds railway construction from Bald Knob to West Memphis 197. Jay Gould. Exceptional partlyprinted DS, 24 pages, 8.5 x 11, December 1 ,1 . A rst mortgage bond to fund construction of the Memphis Branch of the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway Company, in part: “[The Railway Company] has determined to build a branch of its road on the most eligible route to be determined by survey, extending from or near the town of Bald Knob, in White County, Arkansas, or such other point on the main line of its railway in said County, as the directors or Executive Committee of said company may select or approve, eastwardly through White, Woodruff, Cross and Crittenden or other Counties, in the State of Arkansas, to ope eld or West Memphis, on the west bank of the Mississippi River, opposite Memphis, Tennessee, or to such other point in Crittenden County as the said Railway Company may select or approve, which said branch is hereinafter called the Memphis Branch.” Signed on page 20 in fountain pen by Gould as president of the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway Company, and countersigned by Louis Fitzgerald as president of the Mercantile Trust Company. The following pages bear four manuscript statements and embossed seals of the clerks of White, Woodruff, ross, and rittenden counties, Arkansas. In ne condition, with light soiling and handling wear to the covers. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 79
Handwritten poetry from the publishing tycoon 198. William Randolph Hearst. Seven pages of poetry handwritten by earst, the rst in pencil on ve sheets and the other in ink on two sheets. The pencil poem, apparently an ode to his favorite restaurant in Spain, in part: “Did you ever have coffee more creamy hot and steamy than that is ou’re a practised and / persistent eater / Did you ever taste ham / that was sweeter / Or bread that is whiter / Or rolls that are lighter / Than those that they serve / you at Ronda.” The second, in part: “Will you walk into my parlor / said the poppie to the kids / It’s a place to rest your bodies and a place to hang your lids You can drink a whiskey cocktail / or enjoy the cup that cheers / And there are no smells and noises / to remind you of Tangiers. In overall ne condition. Accompanied by three unsigned typescripts of the second poem. In an interesting association, Hearst used a church in Ronda, Spain, as the basis for the design of his famous Hearst Castle. Hearst enjoyed writing poetry throughout his entire life, sharing it with close friends but rarely publishing it himself. Provenance: William Collier Family ollection. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
The financier’s charitable work for the Peabody Education Fund 199. J. Pierpont Morgan. DS, two pages,
8 x 13, January 17, 1894. Legal document from the City and County of New York Supreme Court concerning a “petition of the Trustees of the Peabody Education Fund, for leave to sue Andrew Kirkpatrick and Thomas Reid, as Receivers of Thurber Whyland Company,” parties defendant to a mortgage foreclosure made and executed by Charles and Nettie Gerlach. Signed at the conclusion by Morgan as treasurer of the Trustees of the Peabody Education Fund. In ne condition, with small ling holes along the top edge. The Peabody Education Fund was established in 1867 to promote education in the South, seeking to aid elementary education by strengthening existing schools, many of which had been crippled by the Civil War. An unusual document demonstrating Morgan’s philanthropic side. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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The Sears owner writes to a noted collector of Lincolnia 200. Julius Rosenwald. Clothier, manufacturer, and philanthropist (1862-1932) best known as a part-owner of Sears, Roebuck and Company. Very desirable TLS, one page, 7 x 10.5, Sears, Roebuck and Co. letterhead, January 22, 1929. Letter to Oliver R. Barrett, in full: “I do not know what I have done to entitle me to such generosity and sacri ce on your part, which is again evidenced by the book I received through Judge Horner, and which should have been acknowledged long ago and would have been but for my absence. I have just written the Judge that much as I appreciate the opportunity of seeing this interesting book, I could not deprive your collection of it. There it is very valuable, and with me, it is very liable to be mislaid. But I shall retain it for a little while in order to have a chance to read it. Oddly enough, I just read a little booklet issued by ogan ay ne undred ears of aw,’ a history of his rm beginning with John T. Stuart, whom I knew when I was a boy, and who was the instigator of the Lincoln Monument Association and for many years its president. With renewed thanks and the hope that we will soon meet again, and with cordial greetings to you and your family in which I know Mrs. Rosenwald would be glad to oin. In ne condition. arrett was a lawyer, author, and proli c collector of incoln artifacts. With the help of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Carl Sandburg, Barrett wrote a book entitled incoln’s ast Speech in Spring eld in the ampaign of 1 . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
201. Colonel Harland Sanders. Ribbon-tie-and-white-suit-wearing fried chicken tycoon (1890-1980). Glossy 7 x 9 photo of Sanders in his trademark white suit, signed vertically in black felt tip. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 19.25. Scattered creases and surface marks, otherwise ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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202. Leland Stanford. American industrialist and politician 1 2
1 who cofounded the entral Paci c Railroad and later established Stanford University. Manuscript DS, signed “Leland Stanford, Gov. of Cal.,” four pages, 8.75 x 14, December 1, 1 2. Document by which a parcel of land in Redwood ity is placed in a trust for the use, bene t, occupation and en oyment of Fire Engine ompany Number ne. Signed at the conclusion by Stanford as governor of alifornia. In ne condition, with the signature several shades light. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
203. Charles Scribner II. President of the pub-
lisher harles Scribner’s Sons and a trustee at Skidmore College (1854– 1930). Partly-printed DS, signed “Charles Scribner, Trustee,” one page, 12 x 8, February 17, 1915. Stock certi cate issued to “Charles Scribner and Arthur H. Scribner Trustees for Emma S. Larned” for thirty shares of the Chicago, Rock Island and Paci c Railway ompany, endorsed on the reverse by the Scribners as trustees. In ne condition. oth harles Scribner II and Arthur Hawley Scribner served as presidents of Charles Scribner’s Sons. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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204. Charles Tiffany. Founder (1812–1902) of the great New York–based retail and design operation that became legendary for its spectacular jewelry and decorative wares in metal, glass, and other materials. Desirable 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Tiffany by Sarony of New York, boldly signed in black ink, “C. L. Tiffany.” Inherent to the image is a caption, “Feby 1 th 1 2, My eightieth birthday. In ne condition, with faint overall foxing and old mounting remnants on the reverse. Tiffany is uncommon in any format, and signed photos are particularly scarce. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
The American Express founder writes to President Millard Fillmore 205. Henry Wells. Co-founder of American Express and Wells Fargo (1805–1878). Scarce ALS, one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.5, December 26, 1860. Letter to former President Millard Fillmore, in part: “I hasten to reply Mr. & Mrs. Lamson are at Cleveland on a visit to their relations and my son Charles & his Family & I suppose intend remaining there for some ten or twelve days…On the 9th of January I have engagements that will probably occupy the most of the week and I do not see how it is possible for us to avail ourselves of your kind invitation. Still I will not give it up for I can assure you nothing would give me more pleasure and I shall write them this evening and if they can meet me in Buffalo next week I shall come but I have little hope their Friends will let them come. My kindest regards to Mrs. Fillmore. In ne condition, with a small repair to the end of one of the intersecting folds. A signi cant association piece between in uential gures of 1 th century America. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
206. Frank W. Woolworth. Retail pioneer (1852–1919) who founded the iconic
chain of ve and ten cent stores that bear his name. Rare partly printed DS, signed F. W. Woolworth, one page, .7 .2 , November 2 , 1 10. arry Albright’s application card for membership in The Pennsylvania Society, endorsed by Woolworth and newspaper editor W. U. ensel. In ne condition, with a couple of rust marks to the left side. Accompanied by a letter from Albright as the applicant for membership. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Religious Figures
207. Pope John Paul II. Uncommon color 4 x 6 cardstock photo of Pope
John Paul II, signed in blue felt tip, Jan Pawl II, 27.III.2000. In very ne condition. Accompanied by a transmittal letter from the pope’s aide, Stanislaw Dziwisz, sending the signed photo as a gift for someone turning 80 on March 27th. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
From the time of Pope Leo XII 208. Pope Leo XII. Chalice from the time of Pope Leo XII, composed of a silver cup with a gilded bronze sleeve, knop, and base, impressed in the upper lip with the maker’s mark of the Papal States (the crossed keys and tiara) that was in use from 1814 to 1870. The body of the piece is hand chased with great precision, displaying tiny orets on the urn like knop, and palm fronds encircling the foot. The piece measures appro imately .2 tall with a base diameter of .7 . In ne condition, with expected wear and no additions or restorations. The consignor notes that the chalice was purchased in an antique shop on the Via Santa Caterina da Siena in Rome. The crossed keys and tiara maker’s mark was adopted by ne metalsmiths in the Papal States in the ubilation that followed Napoleon’s release of Pope Pius VII from captivity and his triumphant return to Rome in 1814. The use of this mark continued until 1870, when the Papal States were taken over by a united Italy. Created when the Papal States were still in e istence, this chalice is a symbol of the magni cence of the church’s presence in the 1 th century. Starting id 00 84 | October 11, 2017 | NOTABLES
Young as the president of Zion’s Cooperative Mercantile Institution 209. Brigham Young. Exceptionally rare partlyprinted DS, one page, 10.25 x 6.5, October 1, 1871. A Stock certi cate issued to ewis S. ills for ve shares of the ion’s o perative Mercantile Institution. Signed at the conclusion by oung as the company’s president. In ne condition, with several vertical folds. In 1 , Young founded the Zions Cooperative Mercantile Institution (ZCMI) in an attempt to create a fairer business atmosphere for Mormons in Utah. By banding together and pooling their resources, Morman businesses were able to place orders large enough to deter non-Mormon wholesalers from price gouging, a problem that had plagued the Mormon business community up until that point. As this church-promoted wholesale and retail house grew in strength, all the independent businesses melded into what would become America’s First Department Store.’ This MI Stock erti cate, issued to ewis S. ills, bookkeeper for the ion’s ooperative anking Institution, is one of only a handful known to e ist outside the Mormon hurch’s archives. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
World Leaders
210. Leonid Brezhnev. TLS in Cyrillic, signed “L. Brezhnev,” one page, 8.25 x
11, January , 1 . etter to Nikita hrushchev, who was serving as rst secretary of the CP(b)U [Communist Party (Bolshevik) of Ukraine]. In part (translated): “Pursuant to a telegram from the Council of Ministers and the CC of the CP(b) U…concerning the unsatisfactory course of thrashing and the completion of the state plan for deliveries of hemp seeds and stalks, the f ce of the Regional Committee of the CP(b)U has discussed this matter and as proposed practical measures for the intensi cation of hemp thrashing, as well as the delivery of seeds and stalks to the state…daily targets have been developed for all collective farms, and measures have been adopted for the selection of hemp thrashing and drying sites.” Various tears to edges and other expected document wear, otherwise ne condition. Accompanied by a full English translation. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Churchill’s personally-smoked cigar from a 1947 trip to Paris
2 11 . W i n s t o n Churchill. Win-
ston hurchill’s half smoked cigar from May 11, 1947 at Le Bourget Airport in Paris, measuring long, retaining the “La Corona / Winston Churchill” red-andgold band at the end. The cigar was retained by Corporal William Alan Turner, Air Quartermaster with 24 Squadron Transport Command, who was a member of the cabin crew that ew hurchill and his wife from RAF Northolt to Paris and home again. Includes a semi-glossy 5.75 x 3.75 candid photo of Churchill just before boarding his plane, this cigar in hand, signed in fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill,” contained in a small folder with orporal Turner’s pencil annotations on the opposite side A photograph I took from the doorway of York MW101 at Le Bourget airport, Paris, on 11th May 1947 just before we ew black to Northolt. e is surrounded by French e servicemen with whom he had been chatting. He stubbed out his cigar in an ashtray when he came aboard, and I took the remains into protective custody. Accompanied by a letter from hurchill’s secretary, dated July 1, 1949, transmitting the signed photo to Turner. Also includes two of Turner’s scrapbook pages bearing nineteen af ed candid photos recording the trip, showing other members of the 24 Squadron, the York MW101 airplane, sightseeing in Paris, the parade honoring hurchill, and hurchill’s departure from e ourget. During the trip, hurchill went to the Palace des Invalides where he was awarded France’s highest military honor, the Medaille Militaire. The cigar was an integral component of hurchill’s public image, making this personally smoked e ample a truly delightful relic of history. Boasting superb photographic provenance, it is of the utmost desirability. Starting id 1000
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“Mussolini indeed escaped to eat the bread of affliction at Hitler’s table, to shoot his son-in-law, and to help the Germans wreak vengeance upon the Italian masses” 212. Winston Churchill. Lengthy typed
working manuscript, unsigned, twenty-four lightweight carbon pages, 7.5 x 9.5, no date but circa March 1944. Manuscript draft of an important speech given by Prime Minister Churchill in London on March 26, 1944, comprising pages 1–3 and 10–30. Ten pages have pencil edits and strikethroughs, presumably in his secretary’s hand. In part: “I hope you will not imagine that I am going to try to make you some extraordinary pronouncement tonight and tell you exactly how all the problems of mankind in war and peace are going to be solved…We shall require from our people here, from Parliament, from the Press, from all classes, the same cool, strong nerves, the same toughness of bre which stood us in good in the days when we were all alone under the blitz. Mussolini indeed escaped to eat the bread of af iction at itler’s table, to shoot his son in law, and to help the ermans wreak vengeance upon the Italian masses whom he had professed to love and over whom he had ruled for more than 20 years…This fate and judgment more terrible than death has overtaken the vainglorious dictator who stabbed France in the back and thought that his crime had gained him the empire of the Mediterranean… The American victories in the Paci c and in particular their latest con uest and liberation of the Marshall Islands, constitute superb e amples of the combination of naval, air and military force. It is possible that the war in the Paci c may progress more rapidly than was formerly thought possible. The Japanese are showing signs of great weakness… They have been prudent, considering the immense expansion of the United States naval power since the Japanese treacherous assault on Pearl Harbor. What fools the Japanese ruling caste were to bring against themselves the mighty, latent war-energies of the great Republic for the sake of carrying out a base and squalid ambuscade… When I spoke a year ago I drew attention to the possibility that there would be a prolonged interval between the collapse of Hitler and the downfall of Japan. I still think there will be an interval, but I do not consider it will necessarily be as long an interval as I thought a year ago. But be it long or be it short, we shall go through with our American brothers with our utmost strength and to the very end… We may ourselves be the ob ect of new forms of attack from the enemy. ritain can take it. She has never inched or failed. And when the signal is given, the whole circle of avenging nations will hurl themselves upon the foe and batter out the life of the cruelest tyranny which has ever sought to bar the progress of mankind.” Expected overall creases and small tears, otherwise ne condition. From the collection of hurchill’s secretary, athleen ill. Starting id 200
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The “Humble Petition and Advice” that named Cromwell the “Lord Protector” 213. Oliver Cromwell. Disbound printed
booklet entitled “The Humble Petition and Advice, Presented unto His Highness The Lord Protector by The Knights, Citizens and Burgesses assembled At the Parliament begun and held at Westminster the 17th day of September 1656,” 20 pages plus title page, 7 x 10.25, printed in London by Henry Hills and John Field, Printers to His Highness, 1 7. The rst article in the petition offers romwell the title of ord Protector,’ he having just renounced the title of king: “That your highness will be pleased by and under the name and stile of ord Protector of the ommonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland to hold and e ercise the of ce of Chief Magistrate of these nations, and to govern according to this petition and advice in all things therein contained, and in all other things according to the laws of these nations, and not otherwise: that your Highness will be pleased during your lifetime to appoint and declare the person who shall, immediately after your death, succeed you in the Government of these nations.” The document goes on to outline proposals for the function of Parliament in romwell’s regime, describing a bicameral system that had control over taxation. Cromwell consented to the measures of the “Humble Petition and Advice” on May 25, 1657. In very good to ne condition, with scattered light fo ing, and light dampstaining to the lower half. Starting id 200
Emperor Hirohito appoints the Secretary of the Supreme Court
214. Emperor Hirohito. Rare manuscript DS in Japanese, one page, 12 x 8.75, September 28, 1965. Unusual document in which the emperor appoints Judge Masamichi Yoshimura as the Secretary of the Supreme Court. Boldly signed in the upper left by Emperor irohito. In ne condition, with three vertical folds. A rare format, this is the rst irohito appointment we have ever offered. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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Illuminated heraldic arms granted to a Napoleonic prefect 215. Napoleon. Partly-printed DS rapidly signed “Napol,” one page, 23.25 x 17.75, August 24, 1811. Document conferring the title of “Baron of Our Empire” upon Francois Boissyd’Anglas, specifying the elements of the armorial device he is authorized to wear. A beautifully hand-painted rendering of the crest of the newly minted title, as described in the document, is present in the upper left. Document is also countersigned by Prince Cambaceres, Arch-Chancellor of the Empire, Second Consul with Napoleon, and chief author of the Napoleonic Code. Central vertical and horizontal folds, wear to a portion of the hand-painted heraldic crest, and most writing light but legible, otherwise ne condition. The recipient, son of the prominent statesman of the same name, was one of Napoleon’s prefects from 1 10 through 1 1 . A boldly signed, unusual format with a distinctive hand painted coat of arms. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
216. Napoleon. Vel-
lum manuscript DS in French, signed “Bonaparte,” one page, 17.5 x 13.25, August 2 , 17 . f cial military document, in part translated revet of onor for the itizen laye. onaparte, rst consul of the Republic, having considered the account which has been given him of the distinguished conduct and notable bravery of the Citizen Blaye, sergeant in the 106th Demi-Brigade of the Line, at the affair which took place at Montefacio, the 17th Germinal, year , where the sub of cer coming alone upon an Austrian column, seized the of cer commanding and forced him to lay down his arms, when a number of his comrades coming up they took prisoners the entire column of six hundred men.” Signed at the conclusion by Napoleon Bonaparte, and countersigned by uguet Maret also lightly signed in the lower left by ouis Ale andre erthier. The white seal af ed at the bottom remains fully intact. In very good to ne condition, with intersecting folds, light soiling and staining, and the start of the signature a bit light. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“I am overcome by the terrible feeling that so far as the Jews are concerned, the Hitlerites have won the war” 217. Chaim Weizmann. Jewish
chemist and statesman (1874–1952) who helped secure the Balfour Declaration of 1917, served as President of the World Zionist Organization, and became the rst President of Israel. Archive of eight items consisting of seven letters in English and Hebrew (including one ALS) and one typed proclamation, ranging in date from 1914 to 1951 and totaling 20 pages on 19 sheets. Five are signed and one is hand-notated. The letters are written to notable gures Field Marshall Jan Christian Smuts, Moshe Sharett, Walter Ettinghausen, and Israel Zangwill, and are incredibly rich in content, including thoughts of Europe after World War I, the settlement of Jews in Palestine, and secret questions about the congress of Zionists and about the “advancement of our aims in Palestine.” Two letters to Zangwill are unsigned: one is a retained carbon copy and one is a two-page TLS bearing a stamped signature. The six-page letter to Smuts is also unsigned, but is heavily notated in Weizmann’s hand. A selection of the letters follows Two TLSs to Zangwill with outstanding Zionist content, signed “Ch. Weizmann,” each two pages, dated 1914. First, in part: “At the present historical moment, through which the civilized world is passing, we may hope that the powers, which are going to alter the map of Europe, will nd time to consider the fate of 1 millions of Jews, who, no doubt represent a small nation, which has given to the world as much as any other nation.” Second, in part: “The Palestinian problem…is worthy of consideration, and I would like to emphasize the point, that a settlement of a comparatively small number of Jews—I spoke then of a million—which may be established in Palestine in the course of the next 30 or 40 years.” Heavily-notated typed letter to Smuts, six pages, February 2, 1943, in part: “There is another aspect to the problem which is worth noting: Unconsciously, perhaps, the American public, and even certain quarters in Washington, have been affected by the anti Semitic virus. The deadly poison of itlerism has spread far and wide. The propaganda that this is a Jewish War’ is met not by counter-propaganda, but by a conspiracy of silence regarding the Jewish problem. Whereas the Nazi leaders remember us in every one of their blatant utterances, conversely, the leaders of the democracies, with rare exceptions, try to forget our existence. Often I am overcome by the terrible feeling that so far as the Jews are concerned, the Hitlerites have won the war.” In overall very good to ne condition. Spanning Weizmann’s involvement in the ionist movement in near entirety, this incredible archive is incredibly historically important. Contained within are the three earliest Weizmann letters we have ever offered, and letters with direct Zionist content are a highly sought after scarcity and the most desirable of any Weizmann autographic material. In the rst letter, written ust months after the beginning of World War I, Weizmann references the Russian occupation of Eastern Galicia, an Austrian province with a 13% Jewish population—suspecting that they were loyal to Austria, harsh laws were imposed against the Jewish community, ranging from censorship to imprisonment to deportation. The subse uent letters outline Weizmann’s innermost thoughts on establishing a Jewish state and his efforts to do so—a lifelong effort which came to fruition in 1948. A truly amazing archive of the utmost historical importance. Starting id 00
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Royalty
218. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Royal
Christmas and New Year card from 1944, with an embossed golden crown on the front, measures 11.5 x 7 open, bearing a photo of King George and Queen Elizabeth posing with their two daughters, signed in fountain pen, “1944, George R.I.,” and in black ink, Elizabeth R. In very good to ne condition, with scattered light foxing, heaviest on the back cover. Precerti ed Starting id 200
220.
Louis IX, Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt.
Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt from 1768 to 1790. LS in German, signed “Ludwig George Carl,” one page both sides, 8.75 x 13.5, June 9, 1778. Letter to his cousin, the Kurfurst or prince elector. e bemoans his own nancial situation and humbly begs for a gift. He asks that his request be kept con dential, especially that his parent not nd out about it. In very good condition, with wear and chipping to the edges. Starting id 200
219. Louis I, Grand Duke of Hesse. Landgrave of
esse Darmstadt as ouis and later the rst rand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine (1753–1830). LS in German, signed “Ludwig George Carl,” one page both sides, 9 x 13.5, April 11, 1795. Letter to his cousin, the Kurfurst or prince-elector, pointing out that the Upper Rhenish District Regiment of Zweibrucken has been taken care of following the death of the Duke of Zweibrucken Liebden and that he, Ludwig, having served this district well militarily for many years, now has a new occasion for applying his patriotic leanings for the good of the district, and asking that the Kurfurst declare his support on this occasion as well, in view of their long-standing friendship. In very good condition, with wear and chipping to the edges, and partial separations to folds. Starting id 200
221. Louis VIII, Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt. LS
in German, one page both sides, 8.75 x 13.5, April 3, 1737. Letter to the Count of Virmont, expressing great surprise and pleasure over the prompt administration of justice in the Babenhausen case and a simultaneous decision on another matter. e sees it as an indication of the count’s fairness and goodwill toward him and his offspring as they continue to pursue the matter. In very good condition, with wear to the edges and splitting along intersecting folds. Starting id 200
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Diana and her Royal Air Force crew: “Brazil 1991”
222. Princess Diana. Magni cent ink signature, “Diana, Brazil 1991,” on an off-white 6.25 x 1.75 sheet removed from the lower portion of a photographic mount. Matted and framed with the original photo from which the signature was removed to an overall size of 14 x 12; the color satin nish . . photo depicts Diana posing with members of the Royal Air Force, presumably the crew issued to y the Princess of Wales to Brazil for her royal tour of 1991. In ne condition. onsignor notes that signed photos of this exact image were presented as exclusive appreciatory gifts to each pictured Air Force member, thus making any such example remarkably uncommon and highly sought-after. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
223. Princess Diana. ALS signed “Diana x,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 4, Kensington Palace letterhead, December 16,
1996. Letter to “Dearest Dudley,” in full: “How kind it was of you to telephone me from Germany—I am so relieved by your news & it’s typical of you to let those, who love you, know of the positive message, so we can rela a bit Thank you for the call, Dudley. In very ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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224. Princess Diana. Handmade
alentine’s Day card by Jack and Jill of England featuring a wooden bear on the front, 4 x 6, signed and inscribed inside in bold black ink by Diana, “Dear Alexandra, lots of love from, Diana, William & Harry. . In ne to very ne condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope addressed in Diana’s hand, Ale andra. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
225. Princess Diana and Pince Charles. TLS signed “Yours most sincerely, and Diana” and “Charles,” one page, 8 x 13, Buckingham Palace letterhead, October 7, 1981. Letter to Mrs. Blyth, in full: “We would both like to thank you very much indeed for your most kind contribution to the wedding present which the Duchy has given us. We really are delighted with the mahogany library table which will look splendid in our home at Highgrove and is exactly the right period for the house. We were also most touched to receive the balance of the gift in the form of a cheque with which we shall probably buy some more furniture. As you can well imagine, with two houses to e uip from scratch we have uite a dif cult task ahead of us We have been completely overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity which so many people have shown to us, but as you will know we have a very special affection for the Duchy and all those who live and work in it and we therefore particularly appreciate your gift. We look forward very much to visiting the Duchy together in the future.” In ne condition. The fabled royal wedding took place at St. Paul’s Cathedral on July 29, 1981, before an invited congregation of 3,500 and an estimated worldwide television audience of 750 million. Precerti ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Her Majesty in her first year 226. Queen Elizabeth II. orgeous vintage matte nish 11 x 14.25 portrait of Elizabeth by Dorothy Wilding, showing the queen seated and wearing a strapless dress with the Riband and Star of the Order of the Garter, a Lesser George at the waist, and the Diamond Diadem crown, afed to its original mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Elizabeth R, 1953.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 1 .2 2 . In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
227. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Attractive vintage matte-
nish 7.2 . Royal portrait of ueen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, af ed to the original mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Elizabeth R. 1957” and in fountain pen, Philip. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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228. Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret. Royal Christmas card by Raphael Tuck
& Sons bearing “E.” and “M.” on the front cover, measures 12 x 5 open, featuring an attractive portrait of the sisters with one of their pet corgis, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mary…and love from ilibet and & Margaret. In ne condition, with light toning to the front cover. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Scarce 1887 portrait of Victoria 229. Queen Victoria. Desirable 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet
portrait of the ueen in a seated pro le pose, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Victoria R. I., June 1887.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11 x 1 .2 . In ne condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal handwritten letter from Major-General Sir enry Ponsonby, Privy Purse f ce letterhead, dated June 14, 1887, in full: “Having laid before The Queen your letter of the 8th inst. respective your grandmother, Mrs. Smith. I am commanded by Her Majesty to request that you will thank her for her kind congratulation & that you will give her the enclosed photograph of The ueen. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Inscribed to her majesty’s son-in-law, the Marquess of Lorne 230. Queen Victoria. Signed
book: History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain by William H. Prescott. London: George Routledge and Sons. Leatherbound hardcover with all edges gilt, 5.25 x 7.5, 500 pages. Signed and inscribed on a free end page in ink to her son-in-law, “To dear Lorne, from his very affect. Mama, V. R., Christmas 1874.” An ownership inscription in pencil on the opposite page notes, “Bought at Sotheby’s sale Feb. 2 rd 1 of the Duke of ent’s books, Lot 42.” Autographic condition: ne. ook condition None, with wear to spine. The recipient, John Campbell, 9th Duke of Argyll, Mar uess of orne, was the husband of ictoria’s daughter Princess ouise he served as the governor general of anada from 1 7 to 1 . A signi cant association copy. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
231. Queen Victoria. Signed book: More Leaves from the Journal of a Life in the Highlands. London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1884. Hardcover, 6.25 x 8.5, 404 pages. Neatly signed and inscribed on a free end page in ink, “To Major the Hon: H. Legge…from Victoria R. I., Oct. 11, 1889.” Autographic condition ne, with light fo ing to signed page. ook condition None, with bumped corners. A superb volume inscribed by the queen. Precerti ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“The Queen” writes to philanthropist George Peabody, lauding his efforts “to relieve the wants of the poorer class of her subjects residing in London”
232. Queen Victoria. Third-person ALS, signed within the text, “The Queen,” three pages
both sides, 4.5 x 7.25, Windsor Castle letterhead, March 28, 1866. Letter to noted philanthropist George Peabody, in part: “The Queen hears that Mr. Peabody intends shortly to return to America & she would be sorry that he should leave England without being assured by herself how deeply she appreciates the noble act of more than princely muni cence by which he has sought to relieve the wants of the poorer class of her subjects residing in London. It is an act as the Queen believes wholly without parallel, & which will carry its best reward in the consciousness of having contributed so largely to the assistance of those who can little help themselves. The ueen would not however have been satis ed without giving Mr. Peabody some public mark of her sense of his muni cence, & she would gladly have conferred upon him either a aronetcy of the rand ross of the rder of the ath, but she understands Mr. Peabody to feel himself debarred from accepting such distinctions.” Includes the original transmittal envelope, addressed in ueen ictoria’s hand, eorge Peabody Es ., and franked in the lower left, The ueen. In very good to ne condition, with scattered creasing and edge toning. Accompanied by a leather binder in which the letter was once contained, and a small note stating that Peabody gave this letter to his friend, St. John B. L. Skinner. In April 1862, Peabody had established the Peabody Donation Fund, which continues to this day as the Peabody Trust, to provide housing of a decent uality for the artisans and labouring poor of ondon.’ Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
233. Queen Victoria. Third-person ALS signed within the text “The Queen,”
one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Windsor Castle letterhead, November 26, 1855. “The Queen thanks Lord Hardinge for his letters of the 23rd and returns the enclosed papers which she has carefully perused. Nothing can be better than Lord Hardinge dispatches to Genl. Simpson as well as those written by his order—.” Docketing on reverse by an unknown hand. In ne condition, with partial separation along the hinge. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Titanic and Maritime 234. Titanic Relief Fund. Capital & Counties Bank check,
.2 , lled out and signed on behalf of the Titanic Relief Fund,” payable to Mrs. E. Rogers for two pounds, stampdated February 26, 1917. Check is endorsed on the reverse, E. Rogers. In ne condition. There were four Titanic victims with the surname “Rogers”; this check may have been issued to the widow of Edward James William Rogers, an assistant storekeeper on the Titanic’s victualling crew who perished in the disaster. Starting id 200
The lost lightweight champion 235. Titanic: David John Bowen. Car-
bon letter, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, January 29, 1916. Letter to the White Star ine’s law rm Messrs. Hill, Dickinson & Co., in part: “Re. David Bowen, Treherbert, who went down with the Titanic. The mother of the above person… wants to know if she is entitled to any more money as compensation for the loss of her son. She has been given to understand there is more money to be divided. She is in great need.” Includes a carbon copy of the rm’s response, in part The settlement to which you refer is a settlement effected in America of proceedings instituted there and we regret therefore that Mrs. Bowen will not be entitled to participate in the settlement funds.” In very good to ne condition, with scattered overall creasing. David John Dai’ owen of Treherbert, Wales, a professional boxer and the Welsh lightweight champion, was traveling to America aboard the Titanic to take part in a series of boxing matches. Bowen perished in the disaster and his body was not recovered. Starting id 200 98 | October 11, 2017 | NOTABLES
236. Titanic: Ford Family. Two letters related to an insurance claim related to the loss of the Ford family in the Titanic disaster, including a TLS by solicitor H. J. Allen Hardwicke to the White Star ine’s law rm ill Dickinson & o., December 22, 1915, headed, “re Ford and the White Star Line,” in part: “I understand that the White Star Line have now decided to pay compensation to persons who suffered less owing to the unfortunate disaster to the Titanic’ The circumstances in this case are exactly the same as previously, namely that the applicant has lost everything and is now living on charity, and I am instructed by those taking an interest in his case to renew his demand. Second is a carbon copy of ill Dickinson’s response, in full: “We have received your letter but regret that we are not in a position to admit liability in this case. We have referred to the papers and do not nd that proceedings were issued. In overall very good to ne condition, with scattered creasing. It seems that this letter was sent on behalf of Edward Ford, the father of Edward Watson, Dollina Margaret, William Neal Thomas, and Robina Maggie Ford, all of whom were lost in the Titanic disaster along with their spouses, an aunt, and a family friend—their entire party of ten passengers perished, their bodies never identi ed. Ultimately, Edward Ford was awarded a meager compensation of ve shillings per week for the loss of his family. Starting id 200
On the White Star Line: “It was through the negligence of their servants we were robbed of our dear ones” 237. Titanic: Charles Joseph Shorney. Collection of three letters related to the insurance claim made by the family of Titanic victim Charles Joseph Shorney. First is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the White Star ine’s law rm ill Dickinson & o., December 2 , 1 1 , to A. Shorney, presumably harles Shorney’s father, Austin, responding to a letter from him [not present], in part: “The statement published in the papers recently refers to the settlement effected in connection with certain American proceedings and only concern those persons who had lodged claims in those proceedings.” Second is his response, a handwritten letter signed “A. Shorney,” January 3, 1916, in part: “I am very much surprised, that the W. S. Directors, should try to shirk their responsibility, in my case, as I have a just claim, and I quite thought they would be prepared to make me an amicable offer, as it has been proved beyond doubt it was through the negligence of their servants we were robbed of our dear ones, and I am given to understand, one tenth of sum published was for British Claimants.” The third, January 4, 1916, is a carbon copy of ill Dickinson’s response, in part We have no knowledge of the arrangement to which you refer regarding British claimants but in any event we think that British claimants would mean claimants who, although resident here, took proceedings in the States. In overall very good to ne condition, with scattered creasing. harles Joseph Shorney was traveling on the Titanic as a third-class passenger, bound for New York where he planned to set up a taxicab business. He perished in the disaster and his body, if recovered, was never identi ed. Starting id 200
Explorers and Archeologist
238. Roald Amundsen. Norwegian explorer (1872–1928) who navigated
the Northwest Passage, ed the position of the North Magnetic Pole, and was the rst to reach the South Pole. Striking matte nish . . portrait of Amundsen in arctic gear, signed in black ink. Displayed in a period frame and in ne condition. A remarkably clear, boldly signed photograph. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Rare letter home by the lost French voyager
240. Jean-Francois de Galaupe, comte de Laperouse. French Naval of cer and e plorer whose e pedition vanished in Oceania (1741–c. 1788). ALS in French, signed “Laperouse,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.5, June 15, 1777. Letter to his sister Mme. Labessiere. In part (translated): “I have received your letter my dear sister, I swear that Iv feel as acutely as you the pleasure to be reunited with my family and to ease them a little, I felt sure to embrace you all without delay, but the time is pushed back for different works that I am obligated to do with the minister regarding missions I was put in charge of and I do not know the moment when I will be free which infuriates me. You do not give me news of your family. How many children do you have, what are they doing, their age, their education, their progress your views on them. I know nothing however nothing interests me more, and if I could contribute to their progress it would be a pleasure to do so. I am at this time in good terms with the minister, and I have acquaintances who could be useful to your family. Write me with details…Please remember me to your husband who has maybe already forgotten me. I will inform you about the time of my arrival in Albi. It could even be very possible that from Montauban I could set out…but it is not quite certain yet. Adieu my dear friend, I embrace you and I love you with all my heart. Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in his own hand. In very good to ne condition, with a vertical slit to the top affecting one line of writing, and seal-related paper loss to the integral address leaf. Accompanied by an e port certi cate from the French Ministry of ulture. ccupied by naval e peditions in the Indies, aperouse had been away from his home in Albi for ve years at the time he wrote this letter. Unfortunately, he received a lukewarm welcome as his parents vocally disapproved of the woman he hoped to marry. Not wanting to betray his family, Laperouse put off the marriage and returned to the sea, commanding ships against the British during the American Revolution. After nding great success there he captured two ritish forts on the coast of udson ay he returned home a war hero. is family nally consented to his marriage, and in 17 ing ouis I appointed aperouse to lead a scienti c e ploration around the world a voyage from which he did not return. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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American West Remarkable illustrated letter from the Oregon wilderness
241. Oliver Cromwell Applegate. American politician and Indian agent in the state of Oregon (1845–1938) who was a member of the family that helped open the Applegate Trail.
ALS signed “O. C. Applegate,” two pages both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, May 25–June 1, 1862. Letter to his cousin Harriet Applegate, written from the “Siskiyou Mountains,” embellished with over thirty miniature drawings and poems. The cousins exchanged unique hand-illustrated letters decorated with “paintings” that delighted each other and other readers. This way of corresponding through sketchicism’ and emaginatinism,’ as Applegate called it, was unconventional to say the least. At the close of his letter, he writes, “I have you will discover attempted some illustrations—if they are not according to the rules to be followed in letter writing, you will of course e cuse both me and them. Applegate scatters over thirty minutely detailed drawings of gures and vignettes throughout the te t of his four handwritten pages. is drawings include human gures like Indians, settlers, tumblers, and messengers, but also many animals like whales, owls, bulls, and bees. Applegate’s tiny drawings are interspersed throughout content of similar high uality. e mentions wild animals that miners, frontiersmen, and other hunters encounter on a regular basis, including deer, bear, wolves, and salmon. Applegate observes: “Two weeks since Bear were plenty at the Salt Spring Valley 1 mile east from here, and the boys made a few hunts in that direction, and although one evening they saw ve or si , they only succeeded in bagging’ one black one. They were out again today and report many ars’ in the range. Applegate was possibly employing backwoods hyperbole when he describes a twelve-foot-long black wolf that was recently spotted in the forest, or an abundance of deer that enabled two deer to be killed with one bullet. Applegate discusses at length the environment, which continues to be explored: “Yet there will probably be a way explored direct from this part of the country as soon as the snow and mud will permit, and we will then be a hundred miles nearer to the famous [drawing of whale scavenged by men with pickaxes] then even the Portlanders themselves.” He also mentions plants and seeds that he tried to cultivate as gifts or even for export to the East Coast. Democracy ourishes even in the wilderness, Applegate e plains Polatics Tomorrow is the day of the election. May every patriotic voter be at his post, and may the coon hunting arosticracy’ be absent frum hum’ in one of their favorite e cursions. Two patriotic poems, studies of soldiers and admirals, and an incredibly detailed drawing of Applegate’s mountain homestead illustrate the end of his letter I have here attempted a hasty pen & ink sketch of the Toll ouse vacinaty but it don’t suit me—The New House (A) is twice as big as it should be so as to be in proportion with the Toll House (B) and the Barn (C) is too low. In ne condition.Starting id 00
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Rare Buffalo Bill-signed Sells–Floto Circus ticket
The storied lawman feeds an Oklahoman prisoner
243. Heck Thomas. Legendary and deadly western sheriff 242. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Vibrantly colored Sells–Floto Circus, Buffalo Bill admission ticket, 5.5 x 2, number 5670, signed below in pencil, “W. F. Cody.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication and grading holder, evaluating the autograph as NM MT . In ne condition. Starting id 200
involved in more than ten recorded gun ghts 1 0 1 12 . Rare DS, one page, 8 x 3, June 4, 1895. Territory of Oklahoma prisoner subsistence form, in full: “I certify, that from May 30 to May 31, 1895, I furnished subsistence, etc., for the following United States prisoners in my charge, viz: Wm. Brown, as per within account.” Signed at the conclusion by Thomas as Deputy United States Marshal. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Notorious Figures Brief handwritten note from the imprisoned Guiteau
244. Charles Guiteau. Scarce handwritten manuscript signed within the text, “Guiteau,” one page, 6.25 x 7.75, lightly lined, no date, but circa 1882. In full: “[B]rooklyn newspaper recently published [a column of & a half of interview] a lengthy interview with my brother John [Watson] W. Guiteau of Boston and I extract from it. The interview was is headed uiteau,’ & is about me. uiteau pastes a cutout of the referenced newspaper article below, and makes a couple edits to the text in his own hand. In very good condition, with tears and paper loss to edges, and glue staining around the af ed newspaper clipping. Accompanied by a lengthy yet incomplete letter addressed to Guiteau by admirer Clara Augusta Davis, dated January 11, 1882, in part: “I had hoped to see you…but Pa, who, dear soul, is the most indulgent of parents, felt constrained to refuse my petition to visit you at the ail. At the top of Davis’s letter, uiteau has crossed out West Hoboken and added “New York, No. 2.” Guiteau was found guilty of the murder of President James A. ar eld and sentenced to hang on June 30, 1882. While awaiting execution, Guiteau composed The Removal, a sequel to his 1879 religious tract, The Truth, a Companion to the ible. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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245. William B. Astor
246. Jules Bache
248. August Belmont
249. Nicholas Biddle
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252. Joseph Bonanno M
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247. Barrow Gang M
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250. Nicholas Biddle M
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253. British Prime Ministers
254. Cesar Chavez
257. Jacques Cousteau
258. Ngalandou Diouf
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256. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody M
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251. James G. Blaine M
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255. Chiang Kai-shek M
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259. Benjamin Disraeli M
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260. Charles Dow
261. Henry A. DuPont
262. Albert Gallatin
263. J. Paul Getty
264. J. Paul Getty
265. J. Paul Getty
266. Mikhail Gorbachev
267. Mikhail Gorbachev
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268. Edward Harriman M
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272. Edmund Hillary M
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270. Edmund Hillary
269. Wild Bill Hickok
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271. Edmund Hillary
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273. J. Edgar Hoover M
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274. Collis P. Huntington
275. Henry E. Huntington
276. King George V
277. Thomas Lipton
278. Andrew Mellon
279. Grand Duke Alexander Mikhailovich of Russia M 200
280. J. Pierpont Morgan
281. Mormons
282. Mother Teresa
283. Frederick Pabst
284. William Paine
285. George Foster Peabody
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290. Queen Elizabeth II M
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295. Thomas Fortune Ryan
296. Charles M. Schwab
297. Thomas A. Scott
299. Leland Stanford
300. Caleb Strong
301. Clement Studebaker, Jr
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291. Syngman Rhee
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military Nathanael Greene makes “preparations for the next Campaign” in 1778 305. Nathanael Greene. Rare Revolutionary War–dated ALS signed “Nath.
Greene,” one page, 9 x 15, December 17, 1778. Written from Camp Middle Brook, a letter to Colonel John Cox, in full: “You may remember I mentioned to you a desire of calling Col. Sheriff from Chester County to Camp. I wish you to consult him upon the subject as soon as possible. Major Forsyth the only acting DQMG in Camp will leave the department very soon to join his Regiment; when ever that takes place the department will be left without a Lead in Camp when ever I am out. I am impatient to get to Philadelphia that some general plan may be ed upon for the preparations for the next Campaign. The Winter is wearing away and little or nothing doing to affect. Mrs. Greene is arrived in Camp and desires her most respectful to you & family.” Greene adds an additional note to the left of his signature: “I have enclosed a copy of a Letter from his Excellency to me in a Letter to ol. Pettit and desir’d him to communicate it to you. I must beg your answer to it immediately. In very good to ne condition, with paper loss to the upper right corner, and areas of light toning. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
A golden gift from the Marquis de Lafayette 306. Marquis de Lafayette. Brilliant golden shoe buckle presented as a gift by Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette. The ornate gold-tone buckle measures .75 x .75 and bears a detailed raised oral pattern and two closures on the swivel backing. The buckle is mounted to an off-white 4 x 3.75 period sheet relaying its provenance, in full: “Received from Mary Jane Ann Simms, rand daughter of Nathan Smith, whose rst wife was a niece of Martha Custis W.—Washington D.C., Oct. 1874. Julia A Wilbur.” An additional docket beneath the buckle reads, in full: “This gold shoe Buckle is one of a pair given by Gen. LaFayette to a lady who danced at his Ball. He brought from France several pairs & gave them to the ladies.” The sheet is af ed to a slightly larger card. In ne condition. Deriving from a niece of Martha Washington, this small buckle was presented by Lafayette sometime during either his illustrious postwar trip to America in 1784 or during his grand nationwide tour of 1824–25, occasions which prompted no shortage of celebratory get-togethers. In addition to being a noted suffragette and relief worker for the Rochester Ladies Anti-Slavery Society, Julia Ann Wilbur (1815–1895) was a detailed diarist who kept journals spanning nearly her entire life. Within her entries Wilbur made note of her various keepsakes, one of which, dated to November 1 , 1 , included a silk swatch of ag once belonging to afayette. A small yet striking benefaction, as well as a fetching post Revolution relic denoting the grace and generosity of the beloved afayette. Starting id 1000
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307. William Moultrie. General
in the Continental Army during the American Revolution and later governor of South Carolina (1730–1805). Partly-printed DS, signed Will’m Moultrie,” one page, 7.75 x 10.5, March 6, 1794. Ofcial State of South Carolina document, in part: “Know ye, That Charles Lining Esquire who hath certi ed that the writing hereunto anne ed is a true copy of the Last Will of Alexander Findlay deceased, is Ordinary of the District of Charleston in the said State, to whom the Power is given of proving, approving & allowing of Last Wills and Testaments in the said District. Therefore all due Faith, Credit and Authority is and ought to be had and given to his Proceedings and erti cates as such. Signed vertically in the left margin by Moultrie as governor, and countersigned by Peter Freneau as secretary. Mounted to a cardstock sheet and in very good to ne condition, with clipped corners and trimmed edges. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
309. 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.’ S signed “A. E. Burnside, Treas.,” one page, 5.25 x 8.5, Illinois Central Railroad Company letterhead, March 18, 1861. Letter to E. A. Benedict, in part: “Herewith notes #5746, 6 mos., ,000, 7 7, mos., 2,000, for which the o. agrees to furnish you as collateral ,000 Peoria & uawka onds & 2,000 of . R. onds as soon as the same shall be in its possession. In ne condition. In his position as treasurer of the Illinois Central Railroad, Burnside became friendly with the company’s chief engineer and vice president eorge . Mc lellan, who later became one of his commanding of cers. A great letter from the month before the Civil War broke out. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
308. Revolutionary War–Era Barrel-Type Canteens. Two Revolutionary War–type canteens:
A fairly typical 18th/early 19th century canteen of the type used by farmers and laborers, as well as Revolutionary War militia units. The canteen measures 7 in length, appro imately 7 in diameter at its widest point, and appro imately 7 in diameter at the circular end panels. The canteen is constructed of wooden staves, once held by four riveted iron bands, but now only the end bands remain. Additionally, the staves have old stress cracks running around the circumference. ne of the staves has a trapezoidal pro ection, about in height, which serves as the spout, and a previous owner has hand-carved his initials into one of the end panels: “PP.” This is an attractive late 18th/early 19th century canteen, and is in about good condition overall. A fairly typical 18th/early 19th century canteen of the type used by farmers and laborers, as well as Revolutionary War militia units. The canteen measures 7 1 in length, appro imately 1 2 in diameter at its widest point, and appro imately in diameter at the circular end panels. The canteen is sturdily constructed of wooden staves held by four riveted iron bands, and the bung is likewise bordered by a darkly patinated, octagonal iron plate. A U-shaped wire bail is attached via two welded eyelets mounted on the inner bands. This is an attractive late 1 th early 1 th century canteen, and is in ne condition overall. Starting id 200 108 | October 11, 2017 | MILITARY
310. Ambrose E. Burnside.
LS signed “A. E. Burnside,” three pages, 10, f ce of incinnati and Martinsville R. R. Co. letterhead, November 15, 1871. Letter to M. E. Ingalls, in part: “I am compelled to leave for Europe on the 29th Inst. and will be absent about ve weeks. I have arranged for the negotiation of the C. & V. Bonds, and the Road will be built immediately. In fact, contracts are now being prepared for its completion…You will undertake to pay Interest on the Bonds and allow the stock to take care of itself, under a contract which gives you 60% for running the Road. So that if in any one year 40% of the gross earnings shall exceed the Interest on the Bonds, then the Surplus shall go to pay a dividend on the Stock ou have heard, no doubt, that we have made a traf c contract which makes the . &. M. Road a portion of the through line from airo to incinnati. In ne condition, with intersecting folds and ling holes along the left edge. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Davis orders his nephew, aide-de-camp to command a rescue of Confederate soldiers at Point Outlook 311. Jefferson Davis. Civil War-dated handwritten letter by Confederate President Jefferson Davis, unsigned, one page, lightly lined, 7.75 x 7.25, July 4, 1864. Written from Richmond, a letter to his nephew and aide-de-camp, Col. John Taylor Wood, in full: “You will proceed to execute the orders and instructions otherwise communicated to you in connection with the distant service to which you have been assigned. You will use your discretion in the modi cation of your orders as circumstances may require and may our heavenly Father inspire you with wisdom and crown your efforts with success. In ne condition, with light stains to each corner. With rant’s army pushing closer towards Richmond, Davis sought to bolster Confederate morale by undertaking a rescue expedition for the Union prisoner-of-war camp at Point Lookout, Maryland. With Wood and D. W. Custis Lee in command, a detachment from Jubal Early’s army was to secure two steamers at Wilmington that were capable of capturing the Union gunboats protecting the coastal prisoner camp. However, by July 10, it had become evident to Davis that the plan had been compromised. Instead, Wood was ordered to take command of the CSS Tallahassee and raid Union shipping along the eastern seaboard; he captured thirty three Union vessels by the time he reached alifa . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“Vessels and other property seized by the Naval and military authorities for the use of the government”
312. Jefferson Davis. Civil War-dated LS as
president of the Confederate States of America, one page, lightly lined, 7.5 x 9, September 22, 1862. Written from Richmond, Virginia, a letter to the House of Representatives, in full: “I herewith transmit for your information a communication from the Secretary of the Navy, in response to your Resolution of the 16th inst, asking the amount required to meet claims upon the government for vessels and other property seized by the Naval and military authorities for the use of the government.’ I recommend an appropriation of the amount, and for the purpose speci ed. Matted and framed with an election ticket from Virginia for the 1861 presidential election of the newly established Confederate State of America, listing Jefferson Davis as the presidential candidate and Alexander H. Stephens as his running mate, to an overall size of 16.5 x 13.75. In very good to ne condition, with light creasing, a small tear to upper right corner, and a small grommet to the upper left. On September 16, 1862, a day before the Battle of Antietam, the Congress of the Confederate States passed a resolution tendering thanks to ommander Ebenezer Farrand and aptain Augustus Drewry for their victory at Drewry’s luff ve months earlier, with the motion likewise entitling reparations to all who contributed thereto.’ With Jefferson’s estimates taken into account, ongress passed an act making appropriations for the E ecutive, egislative and Judicial E penses of the overnment,’ with claims for seized vessels totaling to 10,2 7. 0. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
313. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. Partly-printed DS, signed “J. L. Chamberlain, one page, 7. , November 1 , 1 7 . f cial owdoin ollege document, in full: “Be it known, that Edgar M. Cousins late a member of the Sophomore Class, having passed a satisfactory examination before the Faculty, is adjudged to be uali ed to oin the Junior lass. In ne condition, with one central vertical fold. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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314. Robert E. Lee. LS signed “R. E. Lee,”
one page both sides, lightly lined, 7.75 x 9.75, March 19, 1853. Written as superintendent of West Point, a letter to Adjutant General Samuel Cooper, in full: “Your letter of the 11th instant, returning a second time for correction, the Post Fund account current of West Point, for the four months ending December 31st 1852, has been referred to the Council of Administration. The item . 2, paid Private itterman taken for commutation of whisky rations from the 1st of March, to the 31st if August, 52 has been ordered to be refunded, and will be carried to the credit of the Post Fund. The Post Treasurer has been directed to take charge of the Library books, etc, purchased under the resolves of the council. For many years the Post Fund at this Station, has derived no revenue from the rations of our issued to the troops. The Post Treasurer has however, been instructed to issue hereafter, 1 ounces of bread only. In ne to very ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Lee investigates “suspicious persons” in the Virginia ranks 315. Robert E. Lee. War-dated LS signed “R. E. Lee,” one
page, 7.75 x 9.75, June 2, 1861. Letter to “Dinwiddie B. Phillips, Surgeon Va. Army, Woodville, Rappahannock County, Virginia.” In full: “I have received your communication of the 31st ult: referring to two suspicious persons, Brownell and Romines. I have referred it to en’l eauregard, ommanding at Manassas Junction, for his consideration. apt. reen’s company of which rownell is a member, is under en’l eauregard’s command. Professional repairs to separations along horizontal folds on reverse, removed old tape along reverse of mailing folds, scattered toning, primarily to right side and bottom, with a bit over signature, a few thin areas of paper, and several creases, otherwise very good condition. ee received Phillips’ letter concerning possible spies among the Confederate troops at Manassas just before the Battle of Bull Run, the rst ma or battle of the war. ee was in command of the irginia state forces in June of 1861 and had just returned from visiting Manassas Junction on May 28. He observed the wide-ranging quality of the troops at Manassas and was very concerned about the selection of a commander for the exposed post, a position that went to his friend, General Beauregard. Phillips later served as surgeon aboard the C.S.S. Virginia (or Merrimac). A remarkable document from early in ee’s command. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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316. George B. McClellan. Union general (1826–1885) hailed at the beginning of the ivil War as the oung Napoleon,’ who was defeated for the presidency in 1 by Abraham incoln. A S signed Mc lellan, one page, 7.7 .7 , f ce of the Illinois Central Railroad Company letterhead, October 26, 1858. Letter to Maj. A. H. Burman, in part: “I had occasion today to write to the Secty of the Treasury in relation to dif culties arising in shipment of ovt coin over our road may I ask you to take the trouble to tell the Secty who I am that he may devote a moment to the matter, instead of leaving it to a clerk. Our road is looking up again—we are out of the woods & will remain so Why don’t you let me know when you pass through hicago my house is Michigan Avenue where you will always nd a bed & a plate not to mention a glass. In ne condition. A desirable pre war letter with interesting content. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Scarce war-dated letter from the controversial Little Bighorn cavalryman 317. Marcus A. Reno. Military of cer 1 1 who fought in the Civil War and against Native Americans in the West, but is best known for failing to come to uster’s aid during the attle of Little Bighorn. Civil War–dated ALS signed “M. A. Reno, Capt. 1st U. S. av’y, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 9.75, October 11, 1864. Letter to Governor Horatio Seymour of New York, in part: “Permit me to inclose for your consideration a communication from Maj. Gen. Torbert Commdg. Cavalry, endorsed by Maj. Gen. Sheridan, nominating me for the position of Colonel, now vacant in the 25th N. Y. Cavalry. In addition to this and former recommendations, I may state that I have an experience of 7 years in this branch of the service, 3 years in the present war, besides an education at the National Academy at West Point. Should your Excellency determine to give me this position I give my solemn assurance, that my best efforts shall be directed to make it an organization alike creditable to the state and bene cial to the service. In ne condition. Reno would be engaged at the attle of edar reek only eight days later, where he performed gallant and meritorious services’ that earned him a rank of brevet lieutenant colonel. Although he would not receive the appointment to the colonelcy of the 25th New York Cavalry that he sought with this letter, he was appointed colonel of the 12th Pennsylvania ust months later in January 1 . Reno’s autograph is very rare we have offered fewer than ten in our history and this is the rst A S we have encountered. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 112 | October 11, 2017 | MILITARY
Stuart advocates an act “providing for remuneration for Cavalry horses permanently disabled by wounds or rendered permanently unserviceable” 318. J. E. B. Stuart. Fabled Confederate general (1833–1864) best known for his consummate skill in reconnaissance and as a cavalry of cer. After leading successful offensive actions during the Northern Virginia ampaign as well as a late,’ disastrous showing at Gettysburg, which led to a personal rebuke by Lee— Stuart was killed during the Overland Campaign at the age of 31. LS, one page both sides, 7.75 x 10, April 16, 1863. Letter to the Hon. Muscoe Russell Hunter Garnett, a Virginia Representative to the Confederate States Congress, concerning pending legislation regarding the cavalry and the care of horses, in full: “I understand from rig. eneral W. . F. ee that you have signi ed a desire to aid in any legislation needed for the Cavalry service—if we would state succinctly what is wanted. Availing myself of your kind offer I submit the following through his kindness for your consideration. I. An act providing for remuneration for Cavalry horses permanently disabled by wounds or rendered permanently unserviceable by accident received when the owner is in the immediate execution of an order—or unavoidably captured by the enemy. The question to be determined by a board to be composed of of cers of the Regiment to be designated by the olonel as the disabled horse board’ or upon the order of a eneral of cer. II. The extension of the law, authorizing military courts, to each Army Corps or Department, so as to include a Division of Cavalry attached to a grand army—as absolutely necessary to ensure speedy trial and justice, and preserve discipline. (See copy of urgent letter on this subject to Gen. R. E. Lee, April 9th, 1863). III. A Veterinary Surgeon to each Brigade of Cavalry, to be selected and appointed after thorough e amination into his uali cations, with the rank of Ma or. The amount of saving in horse esh to the onfederacy by a competent Veterinary Surgeon to each Brigade would be incredible. I assure you that no greater service could be rendered the cavalry of the Provisional Army than the passage of such laws as embrace the foregoing. In ne condition, with overall writing light but legible Stuart’s signature is conversely very strong and bold. A resolution concerning provisions for veterinary surgeons for the cavalry had already been introduced in the Confederate Congress on April 4, 1863, but the Congress went into recess on May 1 before addressing the subject. When reassembled in December, it said once again that the Committee on Military Affairs would inquire into the expediency of providing for the appointment of a veterinary surgeon to each brigade of cavalry. It would appear that the issue died in committee as no mention of further action on the matter was recorded. Due to increasing manpower shortages as the war dragged on, it is likely that it proved impossible to nd uali ed personnel to ll the positions. iven Stuart’s renowned horsemanship as a cavalry of cer, this rare war dated letter boasts superior content of the highest desirability. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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319. George A. Custer. Hand-
addressed mailing envelope, 5.25 x 3, addressed by Custer to his wife, “Mrs. Genl. Custer, 339 Penn Avenue, Washington DC,” postmarked Washington D. ., April 2 . In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
320. Hap Arnold. Hand-
some mattefinish 10.75 x 13.75 photo of Arnold in uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Col. Carl H. McClure, In appreciation of the splendid work that you have done for the Air Force and for the Aid Society—H. H. Arnold, ommdg. A. A. F. Af ed to a same size mount. In ne condition, with trimmed edges and a small ding to the right edge. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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321. George S. Patton. Hand-addressed mailing envelope, 5.25 x 3.5, addressed by Patton to his mother, “Mrs. eorge S. Patton, San abriel, alifornia, bearing an af ed two-cent postage stamp and postmarked Prides Crossing, Massachusetts, August 10, 1 1 . In very good to ne condition, with some staining, and paper loss to the right edge. Accompanied by a color photocopy of the letter originally enclosed. A boldly penned, crisp e ample. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
322. Battle of Britain: Leon Switon
323. William Belknap
326. Civil War
327. Civil War
328. John A. Dahlgren
329. Jefferson Davis
330. John C. Fremont
331. Mitsuo Fuchida
332. Peyton C. March
333. Halbert E. Paine
335. Ernie Pyle
336. Hugh L. Scott
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aviation
337.
Airships.
Group of six airship display items, including: a British World War I poster for the Daily Chronicle designed by Frank Brangwyn headed, “The Zeppelin Raids: The Vow of Vengeance,” framed to an overall size of 22 x 32; a print depicting the USS Akron, matted and framed to an overall size of 41 x 12; an RCAF photo of a zeppelin marked “R-100,” matted and framed to an overall size of 18.5 x 15; a vintage panoramic photo of the USS Shenandoah in 1923, framed to an overall size of 32 x 7.5; a color print of artwork depicting the R-100 zeppelin by “Eidson”; and a vintage panoramic 29 x 8 photo of the USS Los Angeles entering the hangar at Lakehurst, New Jersey. In overall very good to ne condition. Starting id 200
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338. Aviation. Group of eight aviationrelated medals, including: a bronze medal honoring the 1948 dedication of New York International Airport, manufactured by Robbins; a 1966 medal honoring the Aeropex International Airmail & Aerospace Exhibition in New York, by the Medallic Art Company; a silver medal honoring the inauguration of the Paris Orly Airport in 1961, in its original case; a bronze medal honoring the Aero Clube de Huambo, August 31, 1969; two identical bronze medals honoring the 50th anniversary of Eastern Airlines in 1978; a bronze medal honoring the 50th anniversary of Lisbon Airport in 2 and a bronze medal honoring the 7 th year of naval aviation. In overall very good to ne condition. Starting id 200
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339. Italo Balbo. A silver medal honoring the tenth anniversary of Italo albo’s 1 transatlantic ight to the hicago World’s Fair. Silver (marked .800), 60 mm, 100 gm. The front depicts an Art Deco-style head and reads, “Crociera Aerea Decennale, Roma-Chicago-New York-Roma.” The reverse symbolically depicts the ight between the Roman olosseum and an American city, with a formation of Savoia-Marchetti SM.55X ying boats, and reads, Redit Italia Pet Aethera Mussolini Duce albo Ductore. In ne condition, with light wear. nown as the Italian Formation Flight of 1 , Mussolini’s Minister of Air Italo albo planned and e ecuted a display of Italian air strength that impressed the world. Twenty ve specially e uipped twin hulled Savoia Marchetti SM. ying boats were built and own in formation across Europe and to the United States, to the hicago World’s Fair, then back to Rome, July 1 August 12, 1 . Starting id 200
340. Oswald Boelcke. A bronze medal honoring German
ying ace aptain swald oelcke, who was shot down and killed on October 28, 1916. Bronze, 89 mm, 208 gm. The front features a pro le portrait of aptain oelcke, and the reverse depicts a plane, a goddess, and an eagle, reading (translated), “Battle in the Air, XXXX,” signifying his forty aerial victories. In ne condition. Starting id 200
341. Amelia Earhart. Signed book: The Fun
of It: Random Records of My Own Flying and of Women in Aviation. First edition. NY: Brewer, Warren & Putnam, 1932. Hardcover with dust jacket, . .2 , 21 pages. Signed on the rst free end page in black ink by Earhart. The book retains its original mini record of Earhart’s international broadcast in a sleeve af ed to the inside of the back cover. Autographic condition ne, with faint toning over the right half of the signed page. Book condition: VG/VG, with a few small edge chips and tears to the dust acket. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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344. Eddie Rickenbacker. TLS, one
342. Graf Zeppelin. Copper badge from the 1929 world tour of the raf eppelin, measuring 1.7 in diameter, featuring a white enamel border with the names of the cities it visited: “Lakehurst - Friedrichshafen - Tokio - Los Angeles.” Reverse is marked F . In ne condition, with a small dent to the top edge. Starting id 200
page, 7.25 x 10.5, Eastern Air Lines letterhead, April 26, 1944. Letter to John W. Snyder of the First National Bank in St. Louis, who would later serve as secretary of the Treasury in Truman’s administration. In full: “Upon my return to the city today, I found yours of April 19 and want you to know I appreciate greatly your interest and good wishes e pressed. In ne condition, with punch holes to the top. This colorful letterhead is especially desirable. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Inscribed to the Lindbergh family doctor 343. Charles Lindbergh. Signed book Pro le of America. First edition, rst printing. N Studio Publications, 1954. Hardcover with dust jacket, 7.25 x 10.25, 415 pages. Signed and inscribed on the rst free end page in fountain pen, “To Homer B. Shoup, With appreciation and best wishes from harles A. indbergh. In ne condition, with a hint of light toning to the signed page; the book itself is sound and in very good condition, however the dust jacket is in poor condition, held together with old scotch tape. Shoup was the family doctor of the Lindbergh family. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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space 345. Gus Grissom.
National Bank of Fort Sam Houston check, .2 2.7 , lled out and signed by Grissom, “Virgil I. Grissom,” payable to the Desert Sands Motel for .7 , March 7, 1 . In ne condition, with a circular ink blot above rissom’s signature from cancellation on the reverse. Signed by Grissom less than a month before receiving of cial noti cation that he had been chosen as one of the seven Pro ect Mercury astronauts. Pre certi ed arelli Space Authentication. Starting id 200
Protective bellows for the Apollo Optical Unit 346. Apollo CM Optical Unit Sextant Bellows Assembly. Apollo Optical Unit sextant bellows assembly,
appro imately 11 in diameter and .7 in height, made of stainless steel and consisting of a doubled ring wall, with part and manufacturing numbers stamped into lower base ring, “Flexonics 107921, A. C. Spark Plug 1899952, Serial No. 83B5603,” and dated 2 . In ne condition. This bellows was used to form a seal between the Apollo Optical Unit Assembly sextant side and the Command Module wall. Isolating the optical unit from structural stress, the bellows’ e ibility slowed for slight changes in the Command Module wall as the pressure changed from earth atmospheric to space vacuum. An integral part of the Apollo Optical Unit sextant, which allowed astronauts to update the IMU’s settings based on sightings of stars and planets. Starting id 00
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347. Apollo 8. Iconic vintage color glossy 9.5 x 7.5 photo of the famous Apollo Earthrise,’ af ed to an 11 1 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black felt tip, “Frank Borman, To Tom—With grateful appreciation from the crew of Apollo 8,” “James ovell, and ill Anders. In ne condition, with light toning, faint fo ing, and a stain along the e treme lower edge. Pre certi ed arelli Space Authentication. Starting id 200
Fully signed by the Apollo 11 crew 348. Apollo 11. Fantastic fully signed booklet entitled “The
First Lunar Landing, As Told by the Astronauts,” published in 1989 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the lunar landing, 24 pages, 9 x 12, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong and in blue felt tip by Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. The cover features the iconic image of Aldrin’s lunar footprint. In very good to ne condition, with moderate overall creasing. Accompanied by a certi cate of authenticity from Novaspace for the ollins autograph. Pre certi ed arelli Space Authentication. Starting id 200
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349. Buzz Aldrin
351. Buzz Aldrin and James Lovell
352. Apollo 11: Sam C. Phillips
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356. Neil Armstrong
357. Neil Armstrong
358. Astronauts
359. Alan Bean
360. Gene Cernan
361. Gene Cernan
362. Gordon Cooper
363. Gordon Cooper
364. Yuri Gagarin
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366. Chris Kraft and Gene Kranz
367. Gene Kranz
368. Mercury Astronauts
369. Mission Control
370. Moonwalkers
371. Carl Sagan
372. Wally Schirra
373. Alan Shepard
374. Alan Shepard
375. Skylab 2
376. Skylab 3
377. Space Discoveries
378. STS-1
379. Valentina Tereshkova
380. Wernher von Braun
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art, architecture, and design Bartholdi writes of the Statue of Liberty: “You will find our grand statue about finished, builded up in the yard of our workshop, towering all around her in the neighbourhood”
381. Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi. Rare ALS in English, three pages on two sheets, 4.5 x 7, December 21, 1882. Letter
to “Mr. Brown,” describing the Statue of Liberty. In part: “I would be very glad if you could come to Paris somewhat early in the summer, because I am generally abroad during Augustus and September. ou will nd our grand statue about nished, builded up in the yard of our workshop, towering all around her in the neighbourhood. Also we hope to have the pleasure to see you next year…I have been very affected of the lost of our excellent friend Forney; he has been so good and friendly for me, that I shall never forget his feelings for me. I am sorry with the idea to no more meet him if I come again to Philadelphia.” In very good to ne condition, with staining to the last page which has been mounted to a heavier sheet . artholdi refers to the death of John Weiss Forney, a ournalist and politician who had been a chief promoter of Philadelphia’s entennial E position in 1876, where the torch of the Statue of Liberty was showcased. By 1882, much of the statue had been completed outside of the Gaget, Gauthier & Compagnie workshop on the Rue de Chazelles in Paris, towering over the neighborhood. Three years later it arrived in New York, where it was reassembled and dedicated on October 28, 1886. A charming, rarely seen English letter from the designer of America’s most iconic statue. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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Civil War photographer Mathew Brady sues the notorious Jay Gould for his failure to pay for “certain pictures of defendant together with frames for the same” 383. Mathew Brady.
Early American photographer (1922–1896) known for his scenes of the Civil War and for his portraits of eminent politicians and other illustrious Americans. Extraordinary manuscript DS, signed “M. B. Brady,” one page both sides, 8 x 11.75, March 6, 1872. New York Superior Court document in the case of “Mathew B. Brady against Jay Gould,” in part: “The plaintiff by J. K. Herbert his attorney, complains…That on or about the 16th day of April A.D. 1869, the plaintiff made, sold, and delivered to the defendant certain pictures of defendant together with frames for the same, for which the defendant contracted and agreed to pay the sum of eight hundred and seven dollars…There remains due and unpaid thereon the sum of four hundred and sixty-nine dollars…Therefore plaintiff demands judgment against the defendant for the sum of four hundred and sixty-nine dollars, with interest.” Brady boldly endorses a statement at the conclusion, certifying that he “has read the foregoing complaint and knows the contents thereof; and that the same is true to his own knowledge. A notary signs at the conclusion, lending further credence to the authenticity of rady’s rare signature. In ne condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. This remarkable document shows Brady taking on one of the most powerful men in the world, Jay Gould, who was perhaps the most ruthless robber baron of the ilded Age and involved in New ork’s Tammany all political machine. y this time rady was nearly penniless—he would be declared bankrupt in January 1873—and he needed every dollar he could get. As one of the richest men on Wall Street, Gould certainly had the means to repay Brady for his work; it seems that he simply chose not to. In bankruptcy the ne t year, all of his studio’s assets were sold off and rady was left with essentially nothing. In 1 7 he received a 2 ,000 payment from ongress and reopened his gallery, but remained deeply in debt and stricken with poor health for the rest of his life. rady’s autograph is e ceedingly rare, and this is an especially large, bold e ample. Starting id 00
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384. Marc Chagall.
Rare unsigned book: The Lithographs of Chagall, Volume I. NY: George Braziller, 1960. Hardcover with dust jacket, 10 x 12.75, 220 pages. The book reproduces 191 lithographs by Chagall and contains eleven original lithographs, one of which is the frontispiece. All pages and original lithographs are present in the volume. Book condition: VG/VG, with foxing to endpapers and dust acket aps, and a few small chips and tears to dust acket edges. The rst and most desirable of the six-volume catalogue raisonne of hagall’s lithographs. Starting id 200
O’Keeffe writes to the New Yorker critic: “It is the first time that I have had an altogether pleasant shock from an article written on me” 385. Georgia O’Keeffe. ALS, one
page, 7.25 x 10.5, blind-embossed The Shelton—New York letterhead, March 29, 1927. Letter to noted writer and critic Lewis Mumford, in part: “I saw you on the street yesterday but didn’t speak to you because I have not written you since I saw what you wrote about me. I want to tell you that it is the rst time that I have had an altogether pleasant shock from an article written on me. They always seem to sort of upset me—and usually rather unpleasantly—This was so pleasant it seemed quite as unbelievable as the pleasant ones. In ne condition. Accompanied by a program for a 1944 exhibition of her paintings. In March 1 27, Mumford wrote of ’ eeffe She has beauti ed the sense of what it is to be a woman she has revealed the intimacies of love’s juncture with the purity and the absence of shame that lovers feel in their meeting; she has brought what was inarticulate and troubled and confused into the realm of conscious beauty, where it may be recalled and enjoyed with a new intensity; she has, in sum, found a language for e periences that are otherwise too intimate to be shared.’ Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Original oil painting by Norman Rockwell— a distinguished 1971 portrait
386. Norman Rockwell. Superb original painting by Norman Rockwell of R. E. Roberson as fth president of the American
Mutual Insurance Company, oil on canvasboard, 19 x 22.5, accomplished in 1971, signed in the lower right in red paint, “Norman Rockwell.” Beautifully framed without glass to an overall size of 27.5 x 31, with a small nameplate plaque at the bottom of the frame, reading R. Earl Roberson, President 1 1 7 . In ne condition. Provenance ollection of harles . Martignette, eritage, 2010. This portrait is reproduced as gure P11 on page 100 of Norman Rockwell A De nitive atalogue by Laurie Moffatt, published by The Norman Rockwell Museum at Stockbridge in 1986. As the preeminent painter-illustrator of the 20th century, Rockwell is an iconic American artist and his original artwork is of the utmost desirability. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1 77 for his vivid and affectionate portraits of our country,’ and this warm, vibrant oil painting e empli es his distinctive style. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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The Remington and Roosevelt connection 387. Frederic Remington and Theodore Roosevelt.
Extremely desirable vintage offwhite 4.75 x 7.5 album page signed on both sides: an ink signature, “Frederic Remington, New Rochelle, N.Y., 1901,” who adds an exceptional small sketch of an artist’s palette above his signature and on the opposite side, two ink signatures, “Theodore Roosevelt, Nov 28th 1902” as president, and “Charles W. Fairbanks, April 17, 1 0 as vice president. In ne condition. A lasting friendship between Remington and Roosevelt commenced when the artist received a commission to do eighty-three illustrations for Roosevelt’s 1 book Ranch Life and the Hunting Trail. Remington continued to send Roosevelt complimentary editions of his latest works over the years, and he eventually became a war correspondent and illustrator during the Spanish–American War. His wartime experience and rsthand account of the assault on San Juan ill by American forces, including those led by Roosevelt, inspired Remington to create the bronze statuette, The roncho uster, a cast of which was presented to Roosevelt upon the Rough Riders’ stateside return. A magni cent union of American pioneers. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
“You love sculpture as though you were a sculptor yourself” 388. Auguste Rodin. Fantastic ALS in French, signed
“Rodin,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 6.25, no date. Gracious letter thanking his correspondent for visiting his studio and expressing so much pleasure at seeing his sculptures, in part (translated): “You are an artist in every sense and you love sculpture as though you were a sculptor yourself.” In very good to ne condition, with a rusty paperclip impression to the rst page, and light overall toning to the second page. Originally sold by Walter R. Benjamin Autographs, and accompanied by the invoice and paper folder. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Over 50 letters from Alfred Stieglitz to Lewis Mumford: “So Photography is to be recognized— the doors opened—by the august body”
389. Alfred Stieglitz. Photographer and modern art promoter 1 1 , husband of eorgia ’ eeffe, who was instrumental over his fty year career in making photography an accepted art form. An incredible archive of over 50 letters from Alfred Stieglitz to noted writer and critic Lewis Mumford, consisting almost entirely of ALSs, most signed “Stieglitz,” dating from 1925 to 1946, comprising over 100 pages. Throughout the letters, Stieglitz frequently discusses his wife eorgia ’ eeffe touches upon his famous ournal amera Work; discusses goings-on at his galleries, the Intimate Gallery (“the Room,” open from 1925 to 1929) and An American Place (“the Place,” open from 1929 until his death in 1946); and constantly compliments Mumford on his work. In overall ne condition, with occasional edge tears, light toning, and general handling wear; one of the earliest letters has some 128 | October 11, 2017 | ART, ARCHITECTURE, & DESIGN
paper loss to its lower edge, not affecting any of the text or signature condition. A more comprehensive listing of individual letters and more images are available online at RRAuction.com. Introduced by mutual friend Paul Rosenfeld in 1924, Stieglitz and Mumford forged a lasting friendship and exchanged frequent correspondence over the next two decades. In the book Mumford on Modern Art in the 1930s, Robert Mumford writes that Stieglitz encouraged ewis Mumford to e pand his outlook on modernism and the role that American artists were to play in its evolution.’ This archive of Stieglitz’s letters offers profound insight into both his life and eorgia ’ eeffe’s, and represents a remarkable correspondence between in uential gures in the modernist movement.
Some highlights from the letters: September 10, 1925: “I do not remember exactly what ’ eeffes I sent you but I’m sending you under separate cover a few more prints which were recently salvaged.’ May be you’d prefer one of those. ou’ll have to make your own selection. It is dif cult to say which are the important’ ’ eeffes particularly when translated into black & white. As for my own photographs I feel that they would miscarry in reproduction unless there were quite a few.” March 3, 1927: “You have certainly taken our breath away… It’s a magni cent essay. lear and new. ou have touched something that has not before been said not only of Georgia but of America. It is an invaluable contribution. The title in itself is a master stroke. Brilliant.” July 7, 1928 I nally am going to let the Metropolitan Museum have about 20 prints as a starter.—The Museum has been after me for years.—So Photography is to be recognized—the doors opened—by the august body…My eyes have been on a rampage too—so I have done no reading. Several books are due—a Joyce—a Lawrence amongst them.—Do you know quite a bit of pressure has been brought to bear upon me to give Lawrence a show in The Room. He has done a lot of painting.” August 28, 1929: “When I came up here I burnt up tons of stuff—photographs & books & magazines. It was a wonder I didn’t burn up the house The cameras came near going. Seven weeks of packing in The Room ood stuff buried alive—& so much useless stuff in storage—eating up money which might feed hungry mouths. This country ever in my mind. The artists. Their stupidity. Even those close to me.” October 25, 1929 ’ eeffe is in great shape & has painted several things—one I believe a very grand affair in yellow & red autumn leaves. And another very ne one a tree in New Mexico—a white tree.” July 10, 1933: “Four years ago the complete set of Camera Work I had had up here for years I offered to the Evening Star. It was a wonderful sight to watch the volumes burn. As you know books burn slowly…What a continuous heartache Camera Work represented & what blood was spilled over each issue ghting printers & ghting engravers ghting paper dealers & paper manufacturers ghting ink manufacturers & binders ghting those who did the packing ghting the post of ce every step I controlled personally. April 22, 1935: “Good, very good, that you intend writing about the American Section’ at the Metropolitan. It’s a real disgrace It’s ungodly. Even worse than the Whitney. And that is a mouthful.” August 10, 1935: “The University of Minnesota has gotten its ’ eeffe There has been no wire pulling no politics no
game of any kind.—Quite an extraordinary experience from every angle. A very beautiful one and a very signi cant one I think I told you about loyd Wright’s advising them to start with the right thing an ’ eeffe. They had had in mind enton, urry or rant Wood October 15, 1935: “Camera Work has gone off to you in 4 packages by parcel post…As for the missing Plates they were not torn out of the books but were never put into those copies. You see many of the gravures were tipped in my hand (by me) after the numbers had been printed & bound. And I only completed the number of copies as were subscribed for.” March 30, 1938: “I have been having a very grand time reading every word of The ulture of ities.’ What a book. ow alive. What a picture. Series of endless yet complete pictures. I do want you to know what a wonderful treat you have prepared for me. You have produced a masterpiece.” February 5, 1939 The Place keeps me madly busy. shows always do.”
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December 31, 1939: “How good too of you to remember that to-morrow is my birthday. I believe it is rather indecent for one to tarry so long. Really I believe that verstaying one’s time doesn’t seem uite right from an aesthetic point of view. That is from the point of view of the beautiful.” March 30, 1943: “The Dove show was grand. So was the Marin. The ’ eeffe is now up. It is very lovely. Severe & lovely. The Place is visited by but few. It has a tomblike feeling to me.” February 25, 1944 Too bad you can’t see the new ’ eeffes. They are an extraordinary lot. A new note. Very uplifting.—A new world—So it is felt by nearly all who come. And so far about 2000 have come.” May 16, 1946: If you can nd a moment drop in at the Museum of Modern Art & see the ’ eeffes. I think it would be a revelation to you the feel of it all. Sweeney has done a grand job.—I have had nothing to do with it. The Place is very quiet—a tomblike stillness much of the time.” Starting id
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Shepard declines an “offer to illustrate the book by Tolkien ‘Lord of the Rings’” 390. Ernest Shepard. English artist and book illustrator
(1879-1976) known especially for his human-like animals in illustrations for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. ALS signed “Ernest H. Shepard,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 7, Woodmancote, Lodsworth letterhead, January 19, 1970. Letter to Mr. Haack, in full: “Thank you for your letter with the offer to illustrate the book by Tolkien ord of the Rings.’ I have never read this book, but I fear that I am unable to tackle the job. As you have noted I was go on Dec 10th and I thank you for your good wishes. At my age I feel I have the right to retire in favour of a younger artist. I can recommend one with experience in illustrating who also works for Punch.’ i. e. Norman Mansbridge, is an e cellent draughtsman with a keen sense of humour and a good sense of caricature. Should you think of writing to him, his address, ak ottage, ard eld End Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
391. Louis C. Tiffany. Rare
reen, Tha ted, Esse , England. In ne condition.
unsigned book: The Art Work of Louis C. Tiffany. First edition, one of the 492 printed on Japan paper for private distribution. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1914. Hardcover, 10 x 12.5, 90 pages. A pencil annotation at the end of the foreword reads: “Editorial work by Chas. De Kay, Technical Work, Typography, and Color Plates by Walter Gilliss.” The book features twenty tipped-in color plates and forty-two photogravures inserted throughout, each with annotated tissue guards. In very good condition, with the binding rubbed and lightly soiled, surface chipping to boards, head of spine bowed, spine lightly sun faded, the rst pages of the foreword loose, and the tipped in plate facing page ve loose at two corners. Starting id 200 130 | October 11, 2017 | ART, ARCHITECTURE, & DESIGN
393. Stow Wengenroth. Renowned Ameri-
392. Andy Warhol. Color 22.75 x 35 poster entitled
evi’s 01 Jeans,’ signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Warhol. Rolled and in ne condition, with a few small edge tears and creases. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
can artist and lithographer (1906–1978) known for his detailed depictions of the seascapes and landscapes of New England. Group of three lithographs signed by Wengenroth: a 19 x 12.5 lithograph of a house one “Edward St.,” marked in the lower border “Ed/50,” and signed in pencil by Wengenroth, matted to 24 x 20; a 21 x 14 lithograph of a courtroom interior, marked in the lower border “Ed/45,” and signed in pencil by Wengenroth, matted to 24 x 18; and a 19.5 x 12.75 lithograph of a forest landscape punctuated by a church, entitled “Twilight Clearing,” marked in the lower border “Proof,” and signed in pencil by Wengenroth, matted to 21. 1 . . In overall ne condition, with uniform toning to the courtroom lithograph. Starting id 200
On the design of the Washington Square Arch 394. Stanford White. Distinguished American architect (1853–1906) who was a
leading gure of the eau Arts’ movement, best known for his opulent mansions and for the second Madison Square Garden. He was fatally shot and killed in the roof garden theatre of the Landmark by the husband of actress Evelyn Nesbit in retribution for a long-ago affair. TLS signed “cherie, White,” one page, 8 x 10.5, McKim, Mead & White letterhead, January 16, 1894. Letter to sculptor Frederick William MacMonnies, in part: “The photographs came all right, and I like them very much better than the others I wish the rst model that you nish would be that of Mrs. Stewart, and I should like you to get this likeness as nearly as possible; that of Mrs. White you are free to do what you choose with…The question of the other sculpture will come up soon and we should have sketches on which to start to raise our subscription…I have received the enclosed from Commander hadwick, so you see this thing is also going along all right. In very good to ne condition, with several small ling holes within the body of the letter. riginally conceived by William R. Stewart, the Washington Square Arch was designed by Stanford White, who asked MacMonnies to design the models of the four Victories to be placed in the Arch. MacMonnies used his own wife’s face as the model for Peace and Stanford White’s wife etty as the face for War he also used William Stewart’s wife as a model for his designs. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 131
395. Ansel Adams
396. Yaacov Agam
397. Willem de Kooning
398. Al Hirschfeld
399. David Hockney
400. Sol LeWitt
401. Leroy Neiman
402. Robert Rauschenberg
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404. Victor Vasarely
405. Andy Warhol
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408. Andy Warhol
409. Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat
410. Andrew Wyeth
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comic art and animation
411. Betty Boop. Original production cel featuring Betty
Boop and an evil foe from an unknown production. Character image measures 8.25 x 6.5, with a mat opening of 9 x 7. Framed to an overall size of 1 . 17. . In ne condition, with some minor chipping to paint. Starting id 200
412. Matt Groening. Fantastic color 24 x 12 poster for the show Futurama, showing a frightened Fry and Bender watching Leela jump-kicking a robot and shouting, “All Hail ypno Toad , signed along the lower border in black felt tip, “Your pal, Matt Groening 2017 San Diego,” who adds a small sketch of an angry Bender in the lower left corner. Rolled and in ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
413. Walt Disney. Attractive mid-1930s fountain
pen signature, “Walt Disney,” on an off-white 5 x .2 album page bearing an af ed image of Disney. Double-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 1 1 . In ne condition. A large and handsomely presented vintage Disney signature. Pre certi ed Phil Sears A. Starting id 200
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414. Cartoonists.
Wonderful collection of 31 items signed by a notable cartoonist, the vast majority consisting of signed sketches of their most famous characters on off-white 8 x 5 sheets, with several inscribed to Tim. artoonists include rad Anderson Marmaduke , us Arriola ordo’s at , ud lake Tiger , Dik Browne (Hagar the Horrible), Jim Davis (print and TLS), Will Eisner (The Spirit), Jules Feiffer (self-portrait), Fred Fredericks (Mandrake the Magician), Friz Frelend (Pink Panther), Terry Gilliam (Monty Python-inspired feet), Chester Gould (Dick Tracy), Bud Grace (Ernie, with an ANS), Al Hirschfeld (hands), Bill Keane (Billy), Hank Ketcham (Dennis the Menace), Ward Kimball ngerprint portraits , Walter antz Woody Woodpecker , David evine pen creature , eorge ichty Senator Snort from rin and Bear It), Jeff MacNelly (Prof. Cosmo Fishhawk from Shoe), Dale Messick (Brenda Starr), Mike Peters (Grimm), Robert Ripley ’ elieve It or Not’ , Jack Rosen self portrait , hip Sansom rutus P. Thorny’ Thornapple from The orn oser , Dr. Seuss signature , Reg Smythe Andy app , Edward Sorel cat , and Mort Walker eetle ailey . In overall ne condition. Accompanied by a few original mailing envelopes; the Ripley is accompanied by its original Walter R. Benjamin Autographs invoice. Starting id 200
415. Leslie Gilbert Illingworth. Welsh political
cartoonist (1902–1979) best known for his work for the Daily Mail and for becoming the chief cartoonist at the British satirical periodical Punch. Original pen and ink sketch of a gentleman examining auction lots accomplished by Illingworth on an off-white 11.5 x 13.25 illustration board, signed and inscribed at the bottom, “For ate & Sinclair, eslie Illingworth. In ne condition, with light toning and a stain to the lower right corner tip. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
416. Marvin the Martian. (Warner
Brothers Studios, 1980s) Desirable original production cel featuring Marvin the Martian from a 1980s Warner Bros. cartoon. The cel is placed on a handpainted custom prepared background. Image measures 4 x 5.25, with a mat opening of 12 x 9. Nicely framed to an overall size of 21. 1 . In ne condition. Starting id 200
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417. Charles Schulz. Signed book: You Can Do It, Charlie Brown. First edition. NY: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1963. Softcover, 5.25 x 8. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint, “For Gene—Sincere best wishes—Charles M. Schulz,” who adds a speech bubble to the preprinted Snoopy drawing, Sorry I can’t talk now, ene I have to concentrate on the ball game In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
418. Charles Schulz. Signed book: I Need All the Friends
I Can Get. San Francisco, CA: Determined Productions, 1964. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 5.75, 58 pages. Signed and inscribed on the rst free end page in black felt tip, “For Joel—Charles M. Schulz.” Autographic condition: ne, with an erasure in the upper right corner of the signed page. Book condition: VG/VG, with edgewear, a few small tears to dust acket, and a heavy crease to the dust acket’s front ap. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Wrightson’s terrific Frankenstien portfolio
419. Bernie Wrightson.
Extremely appealing limited edition portfolio of Bernie Wrightson’s illustrations for Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley’s Frankenstein, published by Les Editions du Triton in 1980, numbered 175/2000, consisting of six mesmerizing 11.25 x 15.75 prints of Wrightson’s artwork for the classic horror novel. Includes the original portfolio folder, which is signed and inscribed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Berni Wrightson, To Joe . In ne condition, with some light toning to the cover. A D omics artist in the seventies and co creator of fan favorite Swamp Thing, Wrightson drew 0 pen and ink illustrations to accompany Mary Shelly’s gothic masterpiece Frankenstein between 1976 and 1982. Wrightson originally penned the illustrations for his own amusement, intent on mimicking the engraved style of illustration popular when Shelley’s story rst saw print. is private pro ect soon caught wind, however, and in 1 Marvel omics published a special edition of Frankenstein incorporating of Wrightson’s beautiful illustrations. But before the Marvel edition was published, a set of three six-plate portfolio collections were released: two by Tyrannosaurus Press and a third by French publisher Les Editions Du Triton. This portfolio—the third—contains illustrations not used in the nal book. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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literature Rare letter from the fairy tale scribe 420. Hans Christian Andersen. Rare ALS in German, signed “H.
C. Andersen,” one page, 4 x 7, July 25, 1847. Untranslated letter written from the Sablonier otel in eicester S uare. In very good to ne condition, with light overall mottled toning, and strips of old tape along the left edge. In June 1 7, Anderson made his rst visit to England as the guest of Countess Blessington, a hostess whom enabled Andersen to meet and dine with many of Europe’s intelligentsia. f particular signi cance for Andersen was his eventual meeting with Charles Dickens at a dinner party. The pair established a correspondence and, a decade later, Andersen returned to England and stayed with Dickens at Gads Hill Place for ve weeks the prolonged holiday aggravated the Dickens household to the extent that Dickens ceased all future correspondence with Andersen, much to the author’s confusion. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Artist proof of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, with original sketch by Carle
421. Eric Carle. American designer, illustrator, and writer of children’s books born 1929) who is best known for The Very Hungry Caterpillar, a picture book that has been translated into more than 62 languages and has sold more than 44 million copies. Signed book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar. 25th Anniversary limited edition, one of 50 artist proofs. NY: Philomel Books, 1994. Silver metallic hardcover with tipped-in original multicolored crayon sketch by arle, 12 . , 1 pages. The af ed sketch shows the smiling insect holding a ag that reads 2 , signed below in blue ink, Eric arle, 1 . Includes the original cardboard presentation bo with interior heavy Ple iglas display case, as well as a certi cate of authenticity from The Eric arle Museum of Picture ook Art. In very ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 136 | October 11, 2017 | LITERATURE
The Renaissance author prepares to deliver good news to Pope Clement VII 422. Baldassare Castiglione. Prominent author (1478–1529) most famous for The ook of the ourtier, considered the de nitive account of Renaissance court life. Extremely rare LS in Italian, signed “Vostro come bon fratello, B. Castiglione,” one page, 8.5 x 11.5, April 30, 1524. Untranslated letter written on the day of the Battle of Sesia to Capino da Capo, a soldier in the imperial service. Castiglione desires to have a defeat of King Francis I reported to him immediately, so that he can be the rst to bring this good news to Pope Clement VII, who, at that time, was allied with Charles V. In very good condition, with an area of paper loss to the top edge, a few small edge tears and ink erosion (slightly affecting a few words of writing but not the signature), and scattered creases and soiling. Accompanied by a full transcript in Italian. The Spanish-Imperial forces commanded by Don Carlos de annoy in icted a decisive defeat over the French forces during the Battle of Sesia, a pivotal moment in the Italian War of 1 21 2 . Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Cooper sets sail for Philadelphia, but hopes to return home quickly “to assist in making Martin Van Buren, President of the U. States of America” 423. James Fenimore Cooper. Terri c A S signed J. Fenimore ooper, one page, 7.75 x 8.25, October 16, 1840. Written aboard the U.S.S. Macedonia off the Battery of New York, a letter to his publishers, Lea and Blanchard of Philadelphia, in full: “I sail for New York to-morrow in this ship. We shall probably get in on Monday, and I hope to be in Philadelphia by the 20th, when I wish to nish printing Mercedes, without delay. I write that the printers may be in readiness, as I desire to return home by the 3d prox. In order to assist in making Martin Van Buren, President of the U. States of America.” The letter has been tipped into a slightly larger sheet, with the original mailing envelope, addressed in ooper’s own hand, professionally inlaid behind the letter. In ne condition, with light toning and trimmed edges. Written while aboard the Macedonian, an active 36-gun Navy frigate assigned to the West Indies, this letter relates to both ooper’s naval past and his proli c career as a writer. ooper had served in the Navy and dedicated much of his life to recording its history; the year prior he published his History of the Navy of the United States of America and a book on the USS Constitution, and a few months prior to writing this letter, ooper published the nal installment of his eatherstockings series, The Path nder. Mercedes of Castile, the book Cooper references, tells the story of Christopher Columbus as he prepares to journey westward. In spite of ooper’s campaigning, William enry arrison proved victorious in the 1 0 presidential election. An e ceptionally content rich missive. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 137
“Dear gentle, patient, noble Nell was dead!” 424. Charles Dickens. Desirable AQS on an off-white 4.25 x 3.5 sheet, prominently signed at the conclusion in ink,“Charles Dickens, Twenty ninth May 1846.” Dickens pens a brief quote from his 1841 novel The Old Curiosity Shop, in full: “Dear gentle, patient, noble Nell was dead Af ed to a slightly larger sheet. In ne condition. Due to the immense popularity of The ld Curiosity Shop upon its initial serialization, Little Nell, an angelic 1 year old girl protecting her mentally in rm grandfather during a perilous journey into the countryside, became a beloved character within the ictorian reading public. Nell’s readership stretched across the Atlantic, as well, with crowds of Americans anxiously waiting at ports for English ships, eager to learn of the whereabouts and well-being of the young orphan. The anticipation for the last installment of the serial was unparalleled, and Nell’s tragic end provoked emotional reactions from Dickens’s international fanbase. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Dickens prepares to take the stage in ‘Used Up’ 425. Charles Dickens. ALS, two pages, tastefully adhered together to an overall size of 4.5 x 13.25, August 20, 1852. Letter to “Mr. Coe,” concerning the play Used Up, in full: “As it is not yet absolutely certain that Mr. Costello will be unable to play Sir Adonis at Liverpool, I think the best lan will be to leave the question of your dress until we get there. I remember in one of the streets of Liverpool an immense repository kept by one Hyams, where the whole could be bought in a few minutes. And as we shall be there on the day before we act, there would be time for any alterations that might be necessary in what you found ready made, otherwise suitable for the character.” In very good to ne condition, with show through at the top from old tape on the reverse, and light edge toning from prior display. Accompanied by two unsigned engraved portraits. In 1852, Dickens appeared as Sir harles oldstream in the play Used Up,’ presented by The Amateur Company of the Guild of Literature and Art. The noted illustrator John Tenniel also appeared in the two act comedy, as did Dickens’s close friend and fellow writer Wilkie Collins. His correspondent, “Mr. Coe,” indeed performed the role of Sir Adonis Leech. A fantastic letter related to Dickens’s leisure career as an amateur actor. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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426. Ralph Waldo Emerson. ALS signed “R. Waldo Em-
erson,” one page both sides, 4 x 6, September 10, 1873. Letter to Miss Sylvia Watson, in part: “Your three friends in our house, Mrs. E. and myself, & Ellen, desired to send a token to you on the auspicious Monday, but could agree on none but this ella Donna,’ which we dare hope is a favorite of yours. In ne condition, with three horizontal folds. Originally sold by Walter R. Benjamin Autographs, and accompanied by the invoice and paper folder. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
F. Scott Fitzgerald pays his taxes at the end of the Jazz Age
427. F. Scott Fitzgerald. uaranty Trust ompany of New ork check, . 2.7 , lled out and signed by Fitzgerald, F. Scott Fitzgerald, payable to ollector of Internal Revenue for 2. 0, December 1 , 1 0. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA DNA authentication holder. In ne condition, with old tape residue along the sides, not affecting any of the handwriting. Fitzgerald nished writing one of his greatest short stories, abylon Revisited,’ in December 1 0, which was rst published in the Saturday Evening Post on February 21, 1 1. is short stories accounted for most of his income at this time in 1 0 he reported a total earnings of ,0 0.10, with seven Post stories accounting for 2 , 00. Despite his relative wealth for a Depression era American, Fitzgerald’s lu urious lifestyle and the mental illness of his wife elda took a toll on his nances. elda was diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1 0, and her 1 month stay at a Swiss sanitarium from 1 0 1 1 cost 1 ,000. Under ever increasing nancial pressure, Fitzgerald turned to the degrading’ craft of screenwriting later in the 1 0s, which proved to be his most lucrative years. Fitzgerald checks are e ceedingly scarce this is the rst we have ever encountered and, representing his nances during a trying time in his life and career, this is an immensely desirable e ample. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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“I am depressed to see that the ‘Pregnant Oyster’ was not the work of Corbusier but of an American architect” 428. Ian Fleming. TLS signed “Yours ever, Ian,” one page, 8 x 10, Old Mitre
Court letterhead, May 14, 1963. Letter to journalist and spy Antony Terry in Bonn, Germany. In part: “Thank you a thousand times for your most prompt supply of photographs which were just what I wanted, though I am depressed to see that the Pregnant yster’ was not the work of orbusier but of an American architect. Is this so If it is I shall have to amend my te t. In ne condition, with intersecting folds, two punch holes, and staple holes to upper left corner. While working as foreign manager of the emsley newspaper group’s Sunday Times, Fleming hired Terry to be posted in Germany. Utilizing this legitimate news organization as a cover, Fleming also ran an intelligence out t known as Mercury which used foreign correspondents to gather information in sensitive foreign zones—Terry was one such correspondent. In this particular letter, written well into his days as a successful spy novelist, Fleming is evidently referencing the text of his travelogue Thrilling ities, published in November 1 , in which he mentions the pregnant oyster’ building in erlin. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
“You suck more melancholy out of me than I should have thought possible” 429. Robert Frost. Fascinating ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, no date. Response penned at the conclusion of a four page typed poem by arl E. irsch entitled To Robert Frost,’ in full our poems make deep thoughtful reading. ou haven’t let the mere sound of words have the upper hand of you. But you scare me a little with what you have taken me to mean. You suck more melancholy out of me than I should have thought possible. Caesar and Marius and I should all be taken with a grain of salt. Emerson said Earth’s a howling wilderness truculent with force and fraud.’ It is and it isn’t. Sandburg the happy go lucky says The people yes ’ The people yes and no ou might be making too much out of my wish a bird would go away and not sing by my house all day. You must be careful to think free. It is true regret is sacred. But so are a lot of other things sacred and all of them regret included are but ministers to poetry and feed its sacred ame. Thanks for letting me see the poems. In ne condition, with general light handling wear. At once an appealing re ection on a fellow poet’s creative analysis of Stopping y Woods on a Snowy Evening’ and A Minor ird,’ this uncommon and lengthy letter boasts uni ue content from Frost, who not only uotes the latter 1928 poem, but makes notable references to literary greats in both Ralph Waldo Emerson and Carl Sandburg. An amusing letter with strong literary association. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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432. Washington Irving. Third-person
430. Ernest Hemingway. Hand-addressed airmail envelope, . .7 , addressed in emingway’s hand to Miss Kaye Halle, 3001 Dent Place N.W., Washington, D.C.,” marked “Personal,” incorporating his signature in the return address area, “E. Hemingway, P.O. Box 555, Ketchum, Idaho.” Postmarked at Ketchum, Idaho, February 25, 1961. In very good to ne condition, with scattered light creasing, a light vertical fold, a tear touching the “E,” and archival mounting tape on the reverse. Hemingway killed himself in his Ketchum home mere months later on July 2, 1 1. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
ALS, signed within the text, “Mr. Washington Irving,” one page, 4.5 x 7.25, January 13, [1830]. Letter as secretary to the American Legation in London, regretting his inability to attend a dinner with Major General and Mrs. John Macdonald. In full: “Mr. Washington Irving presents his compliments to M. General and Mrs. Macdonald and regrets extremely that a previous engagement for dinner on Monday the 18th inst. prevents his having the honor of accepting their obliging invitation. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Huxley assigns the rights to “Pride and Prejudice”
431. Aldous Huxley. DS, one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, September 11, 1939. Metro–Goldwyn–Mayer Pictures contract in which u ley af rms that he has granted all rights unto oew’s Incorporated for that certain adaptation continuity entitled Pride and Pre udice.’ Signed at the conclusion by u ley. In ne condition, with several marginal staple holes. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
433. D. H. Lawrence. Signed book: The Story of Doctor
Manente. First edition, limited issue, numbered 181/200. Florence: G. Orioli, 1929. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.75, 119 pages. Neatly signed on the colophon in fountain pen. Autographic condition ne. ook condition None. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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434. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Signed book: The
Skeleton in Armor. Later printing. Boston: James R. Osgood, 1877. Hardcover, 7 x 9.25. Signed on a free end page in ink, “Henry W. Longfellow, Sept. 18, 1879.” The succeeding page bears an ownership signature. In very good to ne condition, with slight separation along the front hinge, and light foxing to the beginning pages, including the signed page. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
435. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Uncommon 2.5 x
.7 carte de visite portrait of ongfellow by Warren’s Portraits of Boston, signed on the reverse in ink, “Henry W. Longfellow, Sept. , 1 7 . In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
Milne references his early fairy tale, “Once on a Time” 436. A. A. Milne. ALS signed “A: A: Milne,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 5.75, 11 Mallord Street letterhead, January 12, 1920. Letter to longtime friend Vincent Seligman, in part: “I am afraid we cannot manage lunch on Thursday. My wife is away at present, and probably comes back on that afternoon and I am engaged all Thursday…you must come and see us then and be introduced to the elephant outside the door. Re. Simpson. First of all, he is…imaginary, though I know somebody like him (in manner, not in appearance). But curiously enough my wife and I were at the theatre on Thursday—though not in a box—and on the way out I was spoken to by a man whom I know slightly, who is exactly like Simpson, the imaginary Simpson, in appearance. I feel that this must have been the man you saw. Otherwise the whole theatre seems to have been crowded with them. You seem to have had nearly all the copies of nce on a Time’ which were sold. This is my favorite book, and it is a shock to nd that I only had two readers when I thought I had eight. ut I am very grateful to you for insisting on it. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“Moon has left the Iraq desert and is now waist deep in Iraq mud” 437. A. A. Milne. World War II-dated
ALS signed “Blue,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, December 20, 1942. Letter to longtime friend Vincent Seligman, in part: “This is just to wish you and Bobs a very happy Christmas and New Year, and to say how sorry I shall be on Jan. 2nd, not to be with you, but I think I am wise not to try it. Our Pat (daughter of Mrs. Wilson, our one and only treasure, and now Corporal Wilson of this WRAF) has just been posted to an RAF signal station, or something, at or just outside Bristol. When I told her that Kirkly was at or near Bristol also, she was pretty excited because she and her mother have always had a great fondness for him, and still talk of his return from here with Kitten in paper bag. Pat is here at the moment looking after us and her mother who has been very ill. She returns to duty (after a fortnight’s compassionate leave to look after us and her mother who has been very will see above, but I ought to have put her mother rst can not on Wednesday and as she of course, on Wednesday and as she has been for near two years at Warmwell and has all her friends there she will be a bit longer at Bristol. Hence the need for irkly to renew his ac uaintances. So I hope he will. I will give you a de nite address as soon as I get it though possibly DADOS can identify the place of means of his spies and informers. Moon has left the Iraq desert and is now waist deep in Iraq mud (makes them think that all this was the Garden of Eden?) He writes: “But I am well and happy, or what more can we want I want him home again, that’s what Milne adds a pair of postscripts the rst, in part Pat is in the 7 th Signals wing Tell irkly to get to it. The second, Tell obs we’re winning. In ne condition, with light fo ing and creasing, primarily to the top and bottom edges. When World War II broke out, Milne’s son hristopher Robin, who was often referred to as Moon by his family, left his studies to enlist in the Army. After failing the medical examination, Moon was able to procure a position with the second training battalion of the Royal Engineers through his father’s in uence. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
438. Maurice Sendak. Original felt tip sketch of Carol
from Where the Wild Things Are, saying oo , accomplished by Sendak on an off-white 8 x 5 card, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, For Tim ’Flynn, Maurice Sendak, Dec 2 , . In ne condition, with light edge toning. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Voltaire invites himself to dinner 439. Voltaire. ALS in French, signed “Voltaire,” one page, 5.25 x 7, March 17, 1743. In full (translated): “Would I be impudent if I asked you permission to come and dine with you today? I know that you have a certain Abbe de Valory who is someone whom I would like the whole clergy to resemble, and a police lieutenant [Feydeau de Marville] whom I want to please. But will you not displease me? Have you not too many masters of petitions? Would I not be terribly intruded into your sanctuary? Refuse me if I am profane, and preserve me some goodnesses which are very precious to me, and which I deserve by my tender respect for you, and by the extreme desire I have of to see you at my court more often.” In ne condition, with scattered light fo ing and toning. This letter is recorded as 1 in oltaire’s complete correspondence, which states that it may have been sent to Charles-Jean-Francois Henault, a well-known man of letters. The letter shows Voltaire attempting to ingratiate himself among gures of high society, and is an ideal autograph from the great French Enlightenment writer. As he often signed with a single initial, ,’ this fully signed letter is an especially appealing e ample. Starting id 00
“When I publish anything new I will send you” 440. Walt Whitman. Exceptional ALS, one page on the
reverse of a 5 x 3 French postcard, December 31, 1890. Written from Camden, New Jersey, a letter to the French poet and translator abriel Sarrazin, in full Tho’t I w’d send a short word as I sit here late night Dec 1 0, & a storm out—& to-morrow a new year beginning (& I pray it will be one lucky & blessed to you)—Am here yet & much the same—When I publish anything new I will send you—If you receive this write & give me directions—God bless you.” Reverse boldly addressed in Whitman’s own hand. In ne condition, with old mounting residue over the entire address side. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
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Lengthy, hand-corrected letter from Woolf to her nephew 441. Virginia Woolf. Unsigned typed
letter, one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, 52 Tavistock Sq. letterhead, December 12, no year but circa 1933. Letter to her nephew Quentin Bell, in full (spelling and grammar retained): “If you were here today—a very foggy cold day—I should say to you, My dear Quentin, if you will take me, I will come. What to? you may ask. To which I reply, number three Belgrave Square. Who the devil lives there? you would say. And in one word I should reply; a cocktail party given by the Hutchinsons to anticipate their daughters marriage to the richest Jew in Europe. Oysters and champagne cup. But as youre not here, and its foggy, and its gloomy, and Ive no clothes, and cant be bothered to rush out and buy gloves, hat, and shoes, all for a Jew, I sit in my underground vault, with the fog thick on the skylight, writing oh dear how happy I am not to go We had the young couple the other night and they brought a brown bag; and out of this they lifted rubies—rubies set in diamonds. And we all crowned ourselves with the Rothschild rubies; worth £300,000. Well? Nessa and Duncan came in, and said they made just as good in Regent Street. But the diamonds were nice; like spiders webs—immortal spiders webs; spiders webs made in the valleys of the moon. But Nessa will tell you that she didnt like the avour of the Jew. ike raw pork, she said. Surely rather an unkind saying arbara I like I think she’s ying her little ag gamely but she’ll founder they say in si months, she’ll be looking out of the window, and seeing a trim, spare Englishman, and sighing, Oh if I were back in my native feilds. Thats Nessa again. esterday I had Ethel Smyth who adores you, and says youre the image of what she’s sought in man all her life, and would marry you, given a dogs chance—and Rebecca West to tea. It was a screaming howling party. Old Ethel meanders so. And shes so deaf. And shes so violent. But she is, to give her her due, very shrewd. and she has battered about the world like a buccaneer, and so when Leonard claps his hand on her mouth, she sits silent, for a second. Rebecca is the oddest woman; like an arboreal animal grasping a tree, and showing all her teeth, as if another animal were about to seize her young. This may be the result of having a son out of wedlock. However she is tenacious and masterful and very good company, having also battered about in the stinking underworld of hack writers—people like Priestley, Lynd, Squire, and others so covered with mud one cant name them even. They discussed Mrs Pankhurst, and how she smelt when hunger striking; apparently, if you dont drink you smell horribly after three days. Leonard is at this moment closeted with Lyn Irvine who wants to start a new paper (keep this to yourself) written entirely by her self; and printed on a cyclo style. This is a last effort on her part to speak the truth and make a living. Its come out fortnightly, and give her views on politics, art, letters, life. Would you do a drawing but she cant pay, and I daresay the rst number will only beget three more; and then it will die. Life and Letters is dying. They all die. We went to Orpheus—the loveliest opera every written—at Sadlers Wells; and there was a congeries of old fogies—Ottoilne hawking and mousing; Stephen Spender, being hawked and moused; Helen, the Russian children; Oliver and a hard featured lady who inspires him with rapture; also a young woman called Lynd, whom I think you might like. Good bye now, as I am not being very amusing, but then all the time I am feeling, ought I to go elgrave S uare What’s happening to Malcolm Sargent and his sheets? And the alps your grandfather climbed?” Woolf adds several handwritten corrections to the text, as well as a postscript to the conclusion, I suppose you read Roger’s inaugural lecture. I wonder what you thought of it. In ne condition, with intersecting folds and a light diagonal crease to the lower right uadrant. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 145
442. Charles Addams M
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443. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
444. Ambrose Bierce
445. Jorge Luis Borges
447. Robert Browning
448. Charles Bukowski
450. Roald Dahl
451. Roald Dahl
452. Melvil Dewey
454. Edward Everett Hale
455. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr
456. Julia Ward Howe
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449. James Fenimore Cooper
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457. Harper Lee M
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463. Poets and Playwrights M
466. Jacqueline Susann M
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462. Novelists
461. Henry Miller M
459. Sinclair Lewis
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464. John Ruskin
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468. William Butler Yeats M
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music
Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet
469. Classical Music. Collection of nine items individu-
ally signed by a singer or composer, including: Enrico Caruso (ANS on a postcard), Leo Delibes (ALS on a personal calling card), John Philip Sousa (signature), Camille Saint-Saens (signature), Charles Gounod (ALS), Percy Grainger (ALS), Aram Khachaturian (signature), Jules Massenet (ALS), and Francis Poulenc signature . In overall very good to ne condition. The Caruso, Grainger, Massenet, Saint-Saens, and Sousa were all originally sold by Walter R. Benjamin Autographs, and each is accompanied by its invoice and paper folder. Starting id 200
The composer anxiously awaits “the Te Deum & Benedictus”
471. Sergei Prokofiev. Eminent and proli c Russian com-
poser (1891–1953) best known for his colorful, rhythmically vigorous works, including symphonies, operas, and much music for keyboard and chamber ensembles. AMQS on an off white .2 card, signed in blue ink, Sergei Proko eff, Moscow, 1 . Proko ev boldly pens four bars of music from “Romeo and Juliet,” which he titles above his signature. An outstanding and particularly showy e ample. In ne condition, with old mounting remnants on the reverse. Accompanied by an unsigned photo and a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
470. Edward Elgar. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, July 5, 1897.
Letter to his publisher Novello & Co., in full: “I am feeling rather anxiously to the arrival of the Te Deum & Benedictus & shall be much obliged if you can get it suf ciently advanced for the chorus to have proof copies as soon as possible. There is probably a vacation in August so that the opportunities for chorus rehearsal become less as time goes on. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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472. Giacomo Puccini. Desirable 3.5 x 5.5 Italian postcard depicting Puccini, signed on the reverse in black ink, “G. Puccini. In very good condition, with light fo ing, scuf ng, and old tape to the edges of the signed side. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
473. Arthur Sullivan. Eng-
lish composer (1842–1900) best known for his operatic collaborations with W. S. Gilbert, including H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance, and The Mikado. AMQS on an off-white 3.5 x 4.5 sheet, signed below in black ink, “Arthur S. Sullivan, Brighton, 18 Feb. 1871.” Sullivan pens eight bars of music from one of his works, marking the tempo, “Alla vivace. In ne condition, with some light toning. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
475. Marvin Gaye. Set of seven personal and bank checks,
each 2.7 , lled out and signed by aye, Marvin P. aye, Jr.,” dated between 1976 and 1979. In overall very good to ne condition. Starting id 200
Desirable musical quotation from La traviata 474. Giuseppe Verdi. Beauti-
fully penned AMQS on an off-white 11.25 x 7.75 sheet, signed at the conclusion in black ink, “G. Verdi,” and dated at London, May 24, 1875. Verdi pens eight bars of music and lyrics from his three act opera a traviata.’ In ne condition, with some very light stains and tiny binding holes along the top edge. Based on La Dame aux Camelias, a play adapted from the novel by Alexandre Dumas, ls, a traviata’ premiered at the Teatro La Fenice in Venice on March 6, 1853. At the time of signing, Verdi was busy performing his new re uiem iber scriptus,’ which was rst heard in its new and nal version on May 1 , 1 7 , at ondon’s Royal Albert all. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 1000
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478. Thelonious Monk. Vintage foun-
476. Jazz Greats. Program for Norman ranz’ Jazz at the Philharmonic, 1951, 8.5 x 11, signed inside in ink by seven jazz greats: Flip Phillips, Buddy Rich, Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, Oscar Peterson, Harry Edison, and Hank Jones. In ne condition, with light handling wear. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
tain pen signature, “Thelonious Monk,” on the reverse of an off-white 4 x 1.75 menu card. Matted with an image of the pianist to an overall size of 10.5 x 11. In very good condition, with light staining affecting appearance, but in no way affecting the boldness of the signature. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
Rare handwritten set list from Lead Belly 477. Huddie ‘Lead Belly’ Ledbetter. Very rare hand-
written set list by Lead Belly, unsigned, written in pencil on an off-white 8.5 x 3.75 sheet, lightly lined, no date but circa 1948–1949. The set list consists of thirteen songs, including [spelling and grammar retained]: “John Henry,” “Eler Louise,” “albomabon,” “Rock island Line,” “Case Jones,” “i ont going to well,” “go Down old Honer,” “Old man will dog catch a Rabbit,” “Ruster Crow at midnight,” “Ha Ha this way,” and “swing loe sweet Chariet.” An unknown hand has added “come along” and “ha ha this away” in the upper right. In ne condition. Mar orie Fairbanks and her son Austen had taken over ead elly’s professional management in 1 after a falling out between him and the famous folklorist John Lomax, who had been acting as his manager. After performing a statewide tour of Minnesota in November 1948, Ledbetter would soon travel to Europe to perform, but time in Paris would be cut short due to his deteriorating health and the tragic diagnosis of A S ou ehrig’s Disease . edbetter returned to the United States at the end of May 1949, and played only two more shows in his life before passing away in December. Autograph material from edbetter is e ceedingly scarce, with this set list representing perhaps one of the very last of his career. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 00
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479. Badfinger. Scarce single sided 10 acetate for the single of ad nger’s clas-
sic aby lue,’ with af ed Apple Records Inc. label lled out in type, from the lp straight up-sw 3387), Baby Blue, p ham, produced by t rundgren, apple-music publishing inc ascap, total 2, ad nger. In ne condition, with some scattered scuffs and scratches. aby lue’ was ad nger’s last top 20 single in America, peaking at 1 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart after its release in March 1972; the song regained fame four decades later when it was featured in in the series nale of reaking ad. Acetate discs, also known as reference lacquers, look similar to typical vinyl records, but differ drastically in that they are used only in the production process and are not usually available to the general public. Their purpose is to allow producers, artists, and sound engineers to double check the uality of a nal recording for any aws or errors before it is sent off for mass production and release. Whereas a vinyl record is mass-produced with a stamp, an acetate is created using a recording lathe to cut the grooves into a blank disc in real time, an extremely exacting process that ensures the most precise recording possible. Starting id 200
Vintage 1964 Fan Club card signed shortly before their second Ed Sullivan appearance 480. Beatles. Amazing
vintage Official Beatles Fan Club promo card, 5.5 x 4.25, showing the Beatles in their classic collarless suits, signed on their respective image in blue ballpoint by Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, and John Lennon, with certain facial features added to each eatle. In very good to ne condition, with light handling wear and old mounting remnants on the reverse. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA, and a copy of a provenance letter from the sister of the original recipient, in part: “When my brother worked at the Deauville in Miami Beach he met the Beatles on their rst visit to Miami each in 1964. After meeting him, and my brother being ritish and our Dad being from iverpool and being in a band, they asked him to be their local helper.’ So he asked his boss at the Deauville Hotel on Miami Beach and he of course said yes. My brother did everything from getting Ringo’s favorite burger to setting up their abanas at the pool during their one week stay. So besides tipping him generously, they gave him photos and the fans club card and signed them in front of him.” The consignor notes that these signatures were obtained at Miami’s Deauville otel between February 1 and 1 , 1 the eatles were staying there in preparation for their second appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 1000
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Meet the Beatles!—beautiful vintage autographs of Liverpool’s finest 481. Beatles.
Marvelous vintage ballpoint signatures, “Best wishes, Paul McCartney,” “Ringo S t a r r, ” “ J o h n Lennon,” and “George Harrison,” on the reverse of a glossy photo of the group. Lavishly matted and framed with an original nearmint Meet the Beatles mono album cover, using a beautiful black suede mat and gold llet, to an overall size of 2 1 the backing has a window for viewing the front of the photo. In ne condition, with a horizontal crease passing through eorge’s rst name. Accompanied by a certi cate of authenticity from Tracks. John’s signature is unusually well formed, and Paul’s is enhanced by the addition of est wishes a truly spectacular vintage fully signed eatles item. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 1000
482. Beatles: Lennon and McCartney. Two vintage circa late 1963 signatures: a blue ballpoint signature, “John Lennon,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1.5 clipped card; and a black ballpoint signature, “Paul McCartney,” on an off-white 2.5 x 2 clipped card. McCartney began the signature in blue ballpoint before switching to a black pen. Both are individually encapsulated in plastic PSA/DNA authentication holders. In overall good to very good condition, clipped as noted, with McCartney retracing much of his signature in a different pen after a faulty rst attempt, and old tape residue along the edges touching the signatures and affecting appearance. Accompanied by letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA and noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, which reads, in part These signatures date from late 1 , and each is a nice representative e ample from the period. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
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The Concert for Bangladesh—vintage candids of Harrison meeting with Lennon 483. Beatles: Lennon and Harrison. Fantastic set of
ve vintage color glossy candid photographs of John ennon and George Harrison taken by former Apple Records Executive Allan Steckler in 1971 New York amid preparations for The oncert for angladesh bene ts shows. The photos measure 3.5 x 5 and 5 x 3.5 and consist of two images of Harrison standing with a bright smile and dark coat, two of Lennon reading a newspaper and practicing Japanese calligraphy, and one image of Lennon and Harrison posing together and looking directly into the camera, Lennon wearing a shirt that bears his name and Harrison wearing a shirt that apparently reads no the background of the latter photo shows the lower portion of ennon and no’s War Is poster. In overall ne condition, with old mounting remnants on the reverse. From the collection of Allan Steckler.
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n July 1 , 1 71, arrison ew to New ork ity to meet with ennon to discuss his potential involvement with The oncert for angladesh, a pair of bene t concerts organized by arrison and sitar master Ravi Shankar. oth concerts were held at N ’s Madison S uare arden on August 1, 1 71. They were attended by over 0,000 people and raised over 2 0,000 for Bangladesh relief, funds designed to assist refugees from East Pakistan following the Bangladesh Liberation War-related genocide. Lennon initially agreed to take part in the concerts, but an argument with Ono, whom Harrison did not want participating, prompted Lennon to leave the country just days before the event. Although Ringo Starr was the only other Beatle to attend, the concerts included many willing and legendary musicians, including: Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, and ad nger. Starting id 200
484. Beatles: John Lennon. Maclen Music
td. business check, 7. .2 , lled out in another hand and signed in bold black felt tip by Lennon, payable to Johnsons of Sunningdale for £180.10, March 18, 1971. Matted with a portrait of ennon to an overall size of 1 . 21. In ne condition. A supremely desirable e ample signed between the main recording sessions for his landmark second studio album, Imagine. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 00
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On his 31st birthday, Lennon attends Ono’s exhibit premiere at the Everson Museum of Art 485. Beatles: John Lennon. News release for the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse, New York, two pages, 8.5 x 11, dated August 21–September 26, 1971, signed upside down at the top of the page in blue ballpoint by Lennon. In ne condition. Accompanied by letters of authenticity from Wayne Johnson of Rockaway Records and noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, who states: “John and oko were at the opening of her e hibit called This Is Not ere’ which was on display at the museum for nearly weeks on ctober , 1 71 John’s 1st birthday. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
486. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Electric
Arguments CD signed on the front of the slipcase in black felt tip by McCartney. Framed and in fine condition, with light scuf ng and scratching. Accompanied by a laminated certi cate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
487. Chuck Berry. Fantastic gold sparkle SX semi-hollowbody right-handed electric guitar with a silhouette design of Chuck Berry, signed on the pickguard in silver ink, “C. Berry.” In ne condition. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
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Uncommon full Bowie signature
488. David Bowie. ANS signed “David Bowie, XXX,” one page, on a light green 5 x 5.75 trimmed cover from a reception book, no date but circa 1972. Brief note to an employee at the Rainbow Theater, in full: “To Rosemary, thanx and love to you and the Rainbow for helping to get our show on and keep it on In ne condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REA . Starting id 200
Dylan, Wood, and Dury on the set of Hearts of Fire 489. Bob Dylan. Ballpoint signatures and inscriptions, “To Carly & Nick, Best wishes, Bob Dylan,” “Carly & Nick, Ronnie Wood,” adding a small face, and “Ian Dury, x,” on the reverse of . loyds ank check. In ne condition, with some scattered tack holes and a central vertical crease. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at ristol’s olston all during the making of the 1 7 lm earts of Fire. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 00
490. Led Zeppelin. Vintage 8 x 10.25 German magazine
photo of ed eppelin af ed to a slightly larger yellow sheet, signed in black felt tip by Jimmy Page, manager Peter Grant, and twice by Robert Plant; the sheet is signed by John Paul Jones. In ne condition, with light overall rippling. onsignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in ienna during the early to mid 1 70s. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
491. Led Zeppelin: Jimmy Page. Super deluxe edition box set of the self-titled debut album from Led Zeppelin, numbered 25/30000, signed and inscribed on the top of the clamshell box in silver ink, “Patrick, with best wishes and thanks Rock on Jimmy Page. Includes the records, Ds, press kit, art print, and hardcover book. In very ne condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Portobello Music con rming this was a gift directly from Jimmy Page to his bookbinder, as well as the original mailing bo . Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
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492. Pink Floyd. Vintage pair of color 10 x 9 German magazine photos af ed to a red 12 1 . sheet, signed on their images in black felt tip by Richard Wright, Roger Waters, Nick Mason, and David ilmour reverse bears a pair of af ed Pink Floyd photos, one signed in black felt tip Gilmour, and the upper portion of sheet signed by Mason and Wright. In ne condition. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in ienna during the early to mid 1 70s. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
Pink Floyd and T-Rex play the 8th National Jazz Blues Festival
493. Pink Floyd and T–Rex. Double-sided vintage
promo lea et for the th National Jazz lues Festival held at Kempton Park Racecourse, Sunbury–on–Thames on August 9–11, 1968, 5.75 x 8.25, signed on the reverse in various ink types by Roger Waters, Nick Mason, Rick Wright, Marc Bolan, and one other. Also signed on the front in ballpoint by Steve Peregrine Took and John Peel. In very good to ne condition, with intersecting folds and scattered light creasing. An impressive multi-signed piece relating to a festival that featured many great acts from the 1 0s ritish music scene. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
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494. Elvis Presley. Vintage glossy 7.75 x 9.5 photo of a smiling young Presley, circa 1957, signed in blue ballpoint, “Lovingly, Elvis Presley.” This photo dates to the beginning of Presley’s career, ust as he had achieved national fame. aving hired olonel’ Tom Parker as his manager in 1 and cut his rst record for R A in 1 eartbreak otel , and made multiple TV appearances, solidifying his growing popularity. 1957 was a seminal, and busy, year for 22 year old Elvis, including starring in the lms oving ou and Jailhouse Rock, an appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show, the introduction of his iconic 24 karat gold suit, and being drafted for service. It was also the year the Elvis and his parents purchased his legendary home, raceland, in Memphis, Tennessee. In ne condition, with a few light cracks to the emulsion, scattered light toning, and minor edge creasing. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
The teenage Freddie Mercury 495. Queen: Freddie Mercury.
Wonderfully amusing circa 1960 friendship page’ removed from an autograph book, measuring 12.5 x 4.25, signed in the middle of the far left Name’ column in black ink, “Fred B.,” with Mercury and ten of his classmates using the succeeding columns to answer a variety of topics, including Mercury’s choice): Best Boy (“Ramzi”), Best Girl (“Jinan”), Best Actor (“Elvis P.”), Best Actress (“Esther Williams”), Best Dish (“Venison”), Best Movie (“Bathing Beauty”), Best Song (“Kissing Time”), Best Pet Name (Mercury quotes the preceding student), Best Perfume ( “Tom Boy”), Ambition Not Decided , and est Sport Football . The page has also been signed and lled out by Derrick ranche Derek . , ruce Murray ruce M. , aroon Ansari aroon A. , and ictory Rana ictory R. , each a member of Mercury’s rst band, The ectics. In ne condition. Mercury was born Farrokh ulsara and lived with his parents and younger sister in anzibar for the rst seventeen years of his life. When he was eight years old, Mercury began studying at the St. Peter’s oys School, an English boarding school near ombay. Mercury began to call himself Freddie’ shortly thereafter, and, at the age of twelve, formed his rst musical group with four of his St. Peter’s classmates. With Mercury on vocals and piano, The ectics played e clusively at school events, covering early rock and roll artists like Elvis Presley, Cliff Richards, Little Richard, and Fats Domino, and playing chart-toppers like akkety ak,’ Rock Around the lock,’ and Tutti Frutti.’ A fascinating piece of early rock history signed by ueen’s legendary frontman at the start of his musical career. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 00
Fully signed in ‘63—“Bill Wyman took three promo cards out of his pocket and after signing them passed them to the others” 496. Rolling Stones. Vintage Decca Records promo card of the Rolling Stones, 5.5 x 4.25, signed in blue ballpoint, “Mick Jagger” and “Charlie Boy, xxx,” and in black ballpoint, “Keith Richard,” “Brian Jones,” and “Bill Wyman.” Text on the reverse of the card promotes their recent singles, ome n I Wanna e oved’ and I Wanna e our Man Stoned.’ This features the same image used for the cover of the band’s self titled debut EP, which Decca released in January 1964 to test the commercial appeal of the Rolling Stones before they would commit to producing a full album. In very good condition, with moderate overall creasing, and a heavier diagonal crease passing through the cheeks of Jones and Jagger. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in full: “The Rolling Stones were appearing at Tamworth Assembly Rooms on Monday, 2nd December, 1963. Myself and two friends went into our local cafe the Monica at around 6 p.m. after leaving work. The cafe was empty apart from ve young men sitting on high stools at the bar. My friend recognized them as the Rolling Stones. We went across to them and asked for their autographs. Bill Wyman took three promo cards out of his pocket and after signing them passed them to the others in turn for them to sign. We said thank you and went back to our table to nish our drinks and then left. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 00 www.RRAuction.com | 157
Highly displayable Stones signatures 497. Rolling Stones. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Bill Wyman,” “Love, Brian Jones,” “Keith Richards, the Rolling Stones,” “Love, Charlie Boy,” and “Mick Jagger, x,” on two adjoining off-white album pages, measuring open to an overall size of 11.7 .7 . In ne condition, with light soiling near the central hinge. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at Alveston, England’s The Ship otel after the band had performed at ristol’s olston all on ctober 7, 1 . An uncommon, fully signed display piece. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
Jagger signs for a huge wine shipment 498. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger. DS, three pages, 8.25
x 11, June 8, 2000. Berry Bros. & Rudd Ltd. receipt for a large shipment of wine to be delivered to Mick Jagger’s Richmond, Surrey address. Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Jagger. In very good to ne condition, with creasing and handling wear. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the granddaughter of the original owner, in part: “My grand dad passed away in 2016. Whilst sorting through his belongings I came across a delivery note for wine delivered to Mick Jagger, which he has signed for himself. My grand dad…worked for Berry Brothers and Rudd as a delivery driver for 2 years. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
499. Rolling Stones: Keith Richards. Cream-
bodied Af nity series Fender S uier telecaster electric guitar, signed on the body in black felt tip, ove, eith Richards. In ne condition, with soiling to the pickguard and missing knob. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
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500. Vintage Rock and Roll.
Collection of over 50 items signed by various members of classic rock groups, consisting mostly of German magazine photos and articles, with many photos signed multiple times by a musician and/or additional band members, including: Ian Anderson; Eric Burdon and War (2); Dave Byron (2); Manuel Charlton; Collosseum II; Roger Daltrey; Keith Emerson (3); Ken Hensley (3); Ian Gillan; Dave Hill (3); Journey; Emerson and reg ake Emerson, ake, and arl Palmer 2 Denny aine and Steve olley Manfred Mann’s Earth and Dan McCafferty; Linda McCartney and Steve Holley; John McLaughlin; Melanie (reverse side signed by Frank Zappa but bearing mounting remnants); Middle of the Road (3); Cozy Powell; Suzi Quatro (2); Roxy Music (2); Santana (2); Antonia Singla; Status Quo (4); The Sweet (3); Tempest (Clarke and Hiseman); Gary Thain; Rick Wakeman; Kim Wilde; and Steve Winwood. Several photos af ed to slightly larger sheets, with reverse of some bearing additional photos and signatures. In overall very good to ne condition. onsignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in ienna during the early to mid 1 70s. Starting id 200
Full vintage line-up of The Who
501. The Who. Desirable circa 1970 8 x 11 Pop Foto magazine photo of The Who, signed in blue ballpoint by Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, and eith Moon. In ne condition, with some mild scattered creasing. Accompanied by a color 3.5 x 3.5 candid photo of Townshend taken at the time of signing. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
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Huge limited edition lithograph, ‘The Book’ 502. Michael Jackson. Im-
pressive color limited edition 30 x 40 lithograph entitled The ook’ by artist Brett Livingstone Strong, Japan’ edition numbered 75/375, signed in the lower border in pencil by Michael Jackson and by the artist. Professionally restored to ne condition, with repairs to edge tears and surface scuffs. This famous portrait by Brett-Livingstone Strong is believed to be the only painting for which Jackson actually posed in person, and the original artwork sold for 2.1 million in 1 0. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
503. Amy Winehouse.
ovely color satin nish 7.7 10 photo of Winehouse during a press shoot at the 2007 Movie Awards, signed in black felt tip, ove, Amy, . In ne condition. Winehouse performed Rehab’ at the ceremony. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
Twice-signed Brit Awards CD by Winehouse
504. Amy Winehouse. Brit Awards 2004 CD signed on the interior liner notes in black felt tip, “Love, Amy, X,” and then
again in the same manner on the included compact disc. In ne condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REA . Starting id 200
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505. Maria Callas
506. Enrico Caruso
507. Classical Music
508. Composers
509. Arthur Honegger
510. Joseph Joachim
511. Pietro Mascagni
512. Giacomo Meyerbeer
513. Luciano Pavarotti
514. Richard Strauss
515. Igor Stravinsky
516. Hector Villa-Lobos
517. B. B. King
518. B. B. King
519. Freddie King
520. Sonny Rollins
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521. Harry Ruby
522. Johnny Cash
523. John Denver
524. Ferre Grignard
525. Joni MItchell
527. AC/DC
528. Aerosmith
529. Allman Brothers
530. The Beach Boys
531. Beatles: John Lennon
532. Beatles: Ringo Starr
533. Beatles: Klaus Voormann
535. Blind Melon
536. Bon Jovi
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537. Boomtown Rats M
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540. Eric Clapton M
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542. Alice Cooper M
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548. Jefferson Airplane M
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546. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer
545. Dire Straits M
543. Deep Purple
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544. Bo Diddley and Buddy Guy M
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547. Foreigner M
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551. Billy Joel M
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552. King Crimson M
553. Little Richard
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557. Oasis
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560. Pink Floyd: Mason and Wright M
563. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters M
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555. Monterey Pop Festival M
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558. Pearl Jam
559. Carl Perkins
561. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters
562. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters
565. Rock and Roll Guitarists
566. Rush
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567. Soundgarden: Chris Cornell
568. U2
570. U2: Bono
571. The Who
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578. UK Punk M
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574. Woodstock M
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575. Neil Young M
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579. ABBA M
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572. The Who: Townshend and Entwistle M 200
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573. Woodstock M
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576. Neil Young and Others
577. The Ramones: Drummers
580. Bee Gees
581. Michael Jackson
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classic entertainment 582. John Barrymore.
Vintage mattefinish 10.75 x 13.75 close-up studio portrait by John Miehle, depicting Barrymore as Sgt. Ivan Markov from the 1928 film Tempest, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Miss Col i ne Conlon, Sincerely, John arrymore. ower right corner bears the photographer’s blindstamp. In very good to ne condition, with a few small creases, border chipping to the lower right corner, and silvering to the dark background. An uncommonly large vintage photo of arrymore in character. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
The elusive star of Animal House
583. John Belushi. Sought-after color Universal City
Studios mini lobby card for the 1 7 lm Animal ouse, 10 x 8, showing John Blutarsky sitting with two cheerleaders, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Tommy, stay cool, John elushi. In ne condition. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
A top-notch Bogart portrait 584. Humphrey Bogart. intage matte nish 10 photo of Bogart in a blazer looking pensively skyward, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Johnny, Good luck, Humphrey Bogart.” Archivally cloth matted and framed to an overall size of 1 . 1 . . In ne condition. The ever dwindling supply of signed Bogart images and the beautifully penned, bold signature add up to an item sure to please any collector of vintage ollywood material Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 00
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586. The Color Purple.
585. Clara Bow. Glossy 8 x 10 First National Pictures publicity photo of Bow in a full-length pose, sitting on a plank and wearing overalls, signed and inscribed in blue fountain pen, “To Tommy Grafton, All of my best wishes to you always lara ow, It irl’ of the Silver screen, with Bow adding in the lower border, “My second picture 1 2 17 yrs. old. In ne condition, with creases to corners (lower corners reinforced with archival tape on the reverse . Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences certi cate of nomination for Best Original Score, 9.25 x 10.75, in full erti cate of Nomination for Award. Be it known that Quincy Jones, Jeremy Lubbock, Rod Temperton, Caiphus Semenya, Andrae Crouch, Chris Boardman, Jorge Calandrelli, Joel Rosenbaum, Fred Steiner, Jack Hayes, Jerry Hey and Randy Kerber were nominated for an Academy Award of Merit for outstanding achievement, riginal Score, The olor Purple.’ This udgment being rendered with reference to Motion Pictures rst regularly e hibited in the os Angeles district during the year ending December 31, 1985.” Signed at the conclusion by Oscar-winning director Robert Wise, who was then serving as president of the Academy, as well as a secretary. Matted to an overall size of 12 x 14. In very good to ne condition, with scattered creasing and a couple small edge tears. Accompanied by a panoramic color class photo’ from the traditional scar nominee luncheon, with two stars of The Color Purple—Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey—seen on the left. Based on the Pulitzer Prize–winning novel by Alice Walker, The Color Purple was nominated for eleven scars. Starting id 200
Large collection highlighted by Louise Brooks, Marlene Dietrich, and Basil Rathbone 587. Entertainers and More. Collection of approximately 600 signed items, consisting almost entirely of ink signatures on off-white cards, signed by entertainers including movie stars, musicians, opera performers, and conductors, plus a handful of other notables such as politicians and military gures. ighlights of the collection include Pappy Boyington, Louise Brooks, Dave Brubeck, Cab Calloway, Chester Conklin, Noel Coward, Jane Darwell, Dolores Del Rio, Jack Dempsey, Marlene Dietrich, Placido Domingo, Allan Dwan, Jose Ferrer (SP), Henry Fonda, Felix Frankfurter, William Frawley, Janet Gaynor (SP), Hoot Gibson, Paulette Goddard, Betty Grable, Ferde Groffe, Jack Haley (SP), Oscar Hammerstein II, Henry Hathaway, Quincy Jones, Joseph P. Kennedy, Elsa Lanchester, George C. Marshall, James Mason, Rod McKuen, Victor McLaglen, Zubin Mehta, Yehudi Menuhin, Yves Montand, Luciano Pavarotti (SP), Mary Pickford, Prince Rainier of Morocco, Basil Rathbone, Ginger Rogers, Eleanor Roosevelt, Joseph Schildkraut, Pete Seeger, Andres Segovia, Ann Sheridan, Dmitri Shostakovich, Isaac Stern, Leopold Stokowski, Jules White, and Fay Wray. The majority of the other autographs consist of obscure opera singers and musicians. In overall very good to ne condition. These autographs were chie y obtained through the mail between the 1 0s and 1 0s only a handful are still contained within their original mailing envelopes); the collection was compiled by Frank M. Flack, who began mailing out autograph requests as a private in the army, continuing as he rose to sergeant, and then later as an English professor. A small smattering of the autographs were purchased from notable dealers or received from friends. Due to the large quantity several secretarial and/or printed signatures may be included not included in the list or count . Interested parties are encouraged to view the collection in person at our of ces or call us with speci c in uiries, as this collection is sold as is and no returns will be accepted. In ne condition. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 167
Remarkable 1924 letter to a rumored lover: “You don’t have any idea how empty it is here without you. I am completely alone now”
588. Greta Garbo. ALS in Swedish, signed “Gurra,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, September 15, 1924. Letter to her friend, the actress Mimi Pollak. In part translated ou don’t have any idea how empty it is here without you. I am completely alone now. I see era very seldom. I haven’t gone to any theatre, not Dramaten. I am completely away from everything. I don’t feel that I belong here any more In erlin it wasn’t fun because of the language and it was so large that you felt a little lost. Then I longed for home but when I go to Dramaten during the day and see everything that keeps going on year after year I don’t know what kind of feelings I have If it really is true that you have promised yourself, but I still don’t really believe, then you know that I wish you much happiness. These matters are something that everyone must decide for themselves (without others but forgive me I don’t think that I am honestly happy. ut you know best yourself. Mimi I am loining myself sick over you now. Intersecting folds and show through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in arbo’s hand. Garbo attended the Royal Dramatic Theatre [Dramaten] school in Stockholm with Pollak from 1922 to 1924, where she developed a deep infatuation with Pollak. It is unclear whether this was an unre uited love, but arbo’s letters offer e traordinary insight into her private personal life and unveil a dimension of her enigmatic sexuality. Even when Pollak was happily married to actor Nils Lundell and pregnant with their child, Garbo wrote to her saying she believed they were meant to be together. Garbo and Pollak maintained a famous sixty-year correspondence, portions of which were published only recently. As an early and incredibly personal letter to the ob ect of her affections, this letter is of the utmost rarity and desirability. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 1000
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Days after her arrest, Garland loans out jewelry worth $7,500 589. Judy Garland. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, April 8, 1958. Document to jeweler Jules R. Schubot. In part: “This will acknowledge that Maurice C. Greenbaum has, on our behalf, delivered to you the following articles of jewelry owned by us, as collateral security for the repayment by us to you…the sum of Seventy-Five Hundred Dollars 7, 00 which you have this day loaned to us ne gold bracelet with diamonds; One diamond bracelet; One set of pearls and diamond earrings; and One matching bracelet and ring containing pearls and precious stones…if on June 7, 1958, we do not repay the aforementioned sum to you, then you may sell the jewelry at public or private sale, without notice to us, at such place or places as you may designate.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Judy Garland and Sid uft. In ne condition, with e pected document wear and light skipping to the signature. Accompanied by seven pieces relating to the loan a transfer of funds notice a cashier’s check stub for 7 00 a retained unsigned carbon letter sending the bracelet; a registered postal receipt; two pink return receipts; and a Western Union telegram. arland found herself in great nancial distress during this period, having been arrested for owing several thousand dollars in back taxes and facing her impending divorce with her husband and manager, Sid uft. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
The Godfather Family Album 590. The Godfather. Rare book:
The Godfather Family Album. Limited edition, numbered 672/1200. Cologne, Germany: Taschen, 2008. Hardcover with clamshell case, 13 x 19, 444 pages. Signed on the colophon in black felt tip by noted American photographer Steve Schapiro. In very ne condition. Initially a freelance photographer whose work adorned the covers of publications like Life, Vanity Fair, Sports Illustrated, and Time, Schapiro migrated to lm set photography in the early 1970s and was hired as a photographer by Paramount Pictures. Many of his images have been used for the posters and ad campaigns for such classic lms as Midnight owboy, Ta i Driver, and The Way We Were, in addition to The odfather lms. No longer in print, this lavishly bound tome represents a uintessential visual guide to Francis Ford oppola’s masterful crime trilogy. Starting id 200
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A dinner invitation for Red Skelton—“I believe it was to be a chicken dinner, but if regulations continue we may end up munching hot dogs” 591. Gone With the Wind: Hattie McDaniel. World War
II-dated TLS signed “Your A. No. 1—Fan, Hattie McDaniel,” one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 27, 1942. Letter to famed entertainer Red Skelton, in full Saw this in Sunday’s paper and ust couldn’t resist sending it to the bad little boy who knows If I do it, I dit a whippin.’ I’ll bet that’s ust the way he is. I am so happy that you have taken Hollywood by storm and your radio programs are always so fresh and original. I am in the Jack enny Ann Sheridan picture eorge Washington Slept ere’ at present but as soon as I have a free moment I want you and Mrs. Skelton to come over. I believe it was to be a chicken dinner, but if regulations continue we may end up munching hot dogs. Give my fondest regards to Mrs. Skelton.” McDaniel adds a brief handwritten postscript My best to Wonder he’s a great boy Matted and framed with a photo and engraved plate to an overall size of 12.7 2 . . In ne condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Cary Grant’s last will and testament— initialed by him 20 times 592. Cary Grant. DS, fteen
pages, 8.5 x 13, September 2 , 1 7 . rant’s last will and testament, in part: “I, Cary Grant, residing in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and being of sound and disposing mind and memory, and not acting under duress, menace, fraud or undue in uence of any person whomsoever, do make, publish and declare this to be my Last Will and Testament.” In article IV, Grant gives and bequeaths monies ranging from 10,000 to 2 ,000, or relin uishes debt, to a list of si teen individuals, couples, and or institutions. In Article , Grant gives and bequeaths “all of my automobiles, wearing apparel, ornaments and jewelry…to Stanley E. Fox [who]…shall distribute certain of my personal effects…in his sole judgment” to a list of friends and his only child, Jennifer Grant. Additional articles relate to rant’s trust estate and its various distributions to his daughter and cousins Margaret and Eric each. Signed and dated at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Grant, who likewise adds initials to every preceding page, and to any and all emendations found therein. In ne condition. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200 170 | October 11, 2017 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Ten shares in the Houdini Picture Corporation 593. Harry Houdini. Partly-printed DS, one page, 11.5 x 8.25, August 24, 1 21. Stock certi cate for ten shares of the Houdini Picture Corporation, issued to Howard C. Long. Signed at the conclusion by Houdini as president of the company and countersigned by R. P. Risley as treasurer. In ne condition. Accompanied by a document in which Long agrees to purchase the ten shares, and a Citizens National Bank transfer slip. Chartered by the State of New York on February 26, 1921, the Houdini Picture Corporation was involved in three Houdini silents: The Soul of Bronze (1921), The Man from Beyond (1922), and Haldane of the Secret Service 1 2 . Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 00
The kung-fu legend issues a rare check to his instructor and ‘iron palm’ master
594. Bruce Lee. Scarce personal check,
2.7 , lled out and signed by ee, ruce ee, payable to James . ee for 0, September 2 , 1 . In ne condition. James imm ee is remembered for being a mentor, teacher, and friend of ruce ee. Well known for his iron palm’ specialty, he was one of ruce ee’s three personally certi ed rd rank instructors and was a co founder of the Jun Fan ung Fu Institute. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 00
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One-of-a-kind Karate program signed by Lee and Norris 595. Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris. Phe-
nomenal program for the South Bay Annual Karate Junior and Senior Division Championships held at El Camino College in Torrance, California, on October 15, 1966, measures 12 x 9.25 open, prominently signed on the back cover in pencil by Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee, the latter adding his oong’ character below his signature, which symbolizes Dragon power, strength, and good luck. Impressively matted and framed with a color lobby card for the 1 72 lm Way of the Dragon to an overall size of 24.75 x 31. In very good condition, with moderate overall soiling and toning. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, a promotional poster signed by Grand Master Tigi A. Mataali, as well as a copy of a provenance letter from Mataali, who served as president and organizer of the South Bay Karate Tournament, in part: “To the best of my ability, I recall that Chuck Norris was involved by performing a technique demonstration of his style Tang Soo Do in the Korean system. He was demonstrating this form of self defense along with his students. Chuck was an accomplished Black Belt, a great ghter and instructor. e was admired by many for his e ceptional ghting skills...With respect to ruce ee and his presence at the event, he was a very good friend of mine and I personally invited him to attend this event. Bruce not only was a famous movie star but also a great martial artist in the style of Jeet Kune Do. He generously offered his expertise to others including many movie stars of that day. I will always remember ruce’s keen ability with regard to his shocking and alarming face accompanied by a loud I. I miss him greatly. Already a household name in the martial arts community, ee’s popularity was set to blossom with the premiere of The reen ornet on September , 1 . is rst interaction with Norris, however, took place a year prior when the two were in New ork ity during the show’s preliminary production meetings. The two men parted ways after a night spent sparring and talking technique and martial arts philosophy, but were reunited years later when Lee invited Norris to play the role of the villainous olt in Way of the Dragon, ee’s only complete directorial effort. Their climactic ght scene is considered one of cinema’s ultimate boss battles.’ Supported by its e cellent provenance, this vintage program marks the rst instance in which we have ever encountered an item signed by both martial arts legends. Starting id 00
596. Carole Lombard. Striking vintage matte nish 11 1 portrait of ombard in
a mysterious half-length pose, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “For Gail Dear, Affectionately, arole. In ne to very ne condition, with some light background spotting, primarily to the upper left blank area. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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Signed less than two weeks before she met JFK 597. Marilyn Monroe. BBusi-
ness check, .2 , lled out in type and signed by Monroe, payable to Bankers Trust Company for 17 .20, November , 1 1. In ne condition. Though she had no way of knowing, autumn 1961 would prove to be one of the most fateful periods in Marilyn’s life. In ctober, she met Bobby Kennedy at a dinner given by Peter Lawford; on November 1 , ust days after signing this check, she met JF , also at a dinner at awford’s. An outstanding e ample with a beautiful, defect free signature. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 00
The bombshell’s 1950 contract for The Fireball
598. Marilyn Monroe. DS, one page both sides, 8.5 x 21.5, January 5, 1950. Screen Actors Guild freelance contract between Monroe and Thor Productions for her to render services as such in the role of Polly,’ in a photoplay, the working title of which is now Dark hallenge,’ at a salary of 00. Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Monroe and countersigned by the producer, Bert Friedlob. In ne condition, with e pected document wear and various stray marks (none affecting the clean, bold signature). Described here under its working title, Dark Challenge, the lm was ultimately released as The Fireball, starring Mickey Rooney and Pat ’ rien in the story of orphans who run away to join a roller skating team. Monroe had just a bit part as a love interest, appearing in six brief scenes. Soon after The Fireball’s release, Monroe’s career began to gain momentum and she began booking roles in more serious lms. That same year she auditioned for John uston who cast her in Asphalt Jungle. Her performance brought strong reviews, as well as the notice of Joseph Mankiewicz, who cast her in All About Eve. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 1000
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“It was ‘Mutiny on the Bounty,’ Clark” 599. Mutiny on the Bounty: Clark Gable. Tremendous
vintage matte nish 10 1 full length photo of able as Fletcher hristian from the 1 lm Mutiny on the ounty, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, To arry, It was Mutiny on the ounty,’ Clark.” Reverse bears a William Grimes/MGM credit stamp. In ne to very ne condition. After being lent to olumbia Pictures and winning the est Actor scar for his role in Frank apra’s It Happened One Night, Gable returned to MGM as perhaps ollywood’s biggest draw. Mutiny on the ounty received rave reviews upon release and earned both Gable and costar Charles Laughton nominations for Best Actor. For the second straight year, able played lead in a lm that would receive the scar for Best Picture. Gable remains scarce in signed photos from Mutiny on the Bounty, with this example enhanced furthermore by its uncommon size and fantastic inscription. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Laughton as the menacing Captain William Bligh 600. Mutiny on the Bounty: Charles Laughton. Wonderful vintage matte nish 11 1 half length photo of aughton as aptain William ligh from the 1 lm Mutiny on the ounty, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Harry, from, Charles Laughton.” Reverse bears a William Grimes/MGM credit stamp. In ne condition, with a small crease in the lower right border. An immense bo of ce and critical success upon its release, Mutiny on the ounty teamed up two of cinema’s most talented actors—Laughton and Clark Gable, both of whom had earned est Actor scars within the past four years. The lm did little to slow their momentum, with each earning Best Actor nominations (they lost to Victor McLaglen in The Informer) and the lm winning est Picture. An e ceptional portrait of aughton, who remains rare in signed photos from this famous lm. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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Rathbone offers thanks “in regard to ‘Gone With the Wind’” 601. Basil Rathbone. TLS, one
page, 7.25 x 10.5, 5254 Los Feliz Boulevard letterhead, August 15, 1938. Letter to Ann Murphy, in full: “Thank you for your charming letter, and for your efforts on my behalf in regard to one With the Wind.’ I appreciate most sincerely your interest and hope your efforts will bear fruit. In ne condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Rathbone was Margaret Mitchell’s rst choice to play Rhett utler in the lm version of her novel one With the Wind. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Ringling hires the Melillo Sisters for “an acrobatic contortion act” 602. John Ringling.
One of the famed Ringling brothers (1866–1936) who merged the Barnum & Bailey Circus with their own Ringling Bros. World’s reatest Shows to create a virtual monopoly of traveling circuses. DS, one page, . 1 , November , 1 1 . Artist’s contract between Barnum & Bailey and the “Four Melillo Sisters, Salvador Melillo, Manager,” by which the Melillo Sisters are hired for the season of 1917. Their act is described thus: “Four ladies, assisted by one gentleman, in an acrobatic contortion act. Three ladies to go in parade. In ne condition. The Ringling Brothers bought Barnum & Bailey Circus in 1907, operating it separately from their own until 1 1 . Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Roddenberry prepares to write one of Star Trek’s classic episodes—‘Mudd’s Women’ 603. Star Trek: Gene Roddenberry. DS, signed twice, “Gene Roddenberry,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 18, no date. Agreement between Roddenberry and Norway Corporation hiring the Star Trek creator to write the episode Mudd’s Women, the si th episode of the rst Star Trek season. In part It is hereby acknowledged that an allocation of 2 . from the per program payment payable to Writer for the above program pursuant to the employment agreement with Producer shall be deemed credited and applied against the Initial Payment payable to Writer hereunder. In ne condition. This was the rst of two episodes to feature arcourt Fenton Mudd, an interstellar con man, who is transporting a cargo of female humans Mudd’s Women. The episode rst aired on ctober 1 , 1 . Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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Production-used working script for Star Trek’s “Court Martial” 604. Star Trek. Remarkable productionused, heavily annotated script for the twentieth Star Trek episode of the rst season, entitled “Court Martial,” 8.5 x 11, 69 pages, with the front cover reading: Star Trek, ourt Martial,’ Teleplay by Don M. Mankiewicz and Steven Carabatsos, Story by: Don M. Mankiewicz, Final Draft, Sept. 26, 1966.” The script bears numerous handwritten notations on every page, most in red or black ink, with some passages highlighted; these annotations rewrite portions of the dialogue, make notes, and change elements of the script. They were presumably made by Mankiewicz and Carabatsos during their edits of the script. In fine condition, with an ownership blindstamp to the cover sheet. The episode, in which Captain Kirk stands trial on charges of negligence, was originally conceived by Mankiewicz when producer Gene L. Coon came to him with a proposal to write a compelling dramatic story that used a simple, easily constructed set. Mankiewicz responded with an original script entitled ourt martial on Starbase Eleven.’ oon determined that the script had to be entirely rewritten, and with Mankiewicz unavailable, gave the job to recently hired story editor Steve Carabatsos, directing him to use the same ideas and the same sets. This extraordinary annotated script seems to stem from this round of re writes. Starting id 200
605. Gloria Swanson. intage matte nish .2
12 portrait of Swanson by photographer Hal Phyfe, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Irene Brettmann, every good wish, Gloria Swanson, 1936.” Also signed in the lower left corner in graphite by Phyfe. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 1 .7 1 .2 . In ne condition. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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The Stooges from ‘Mutts to You’ 606. Three Stooges. Vintage glossy 9.75 x 8 Columbia
Pictures publicity still photo of Moe, Larry, and Curly all trying to steer a car at the same time during the 1 short lm Mutts to You, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Ruth, Best wishes, Moe,” “Larry,” and “Curly.” Curly has also added “3 Stooges,” ne t to Moe’s inscription. Archivally double suede matted and framed to an overall size of 17 x 15. In very good condition, with trimmed right edge, scattered surface marks and creasing, heavier to the corners, small tear and paper loss to lower edge and light adhesive remnant to top edge. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication.Starting id 00
Moe, Larry, and Curly— the classic Three Stooges
607. Three Stooges.
Vintage set of three off-white 6 x 4.5 album pages, individually signed and inscribed in pencil, “To Thomas, Good Luck, Curly,” “Moe (Stooges) Howard,” and “Sincerely, Larry (Stooge) Fine.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
608. Three Stooges: Ted Healy.
American actor (1896–1937) who, as a vaudeville impresario, assembled the act that evolved into the Three Stooges. intage matte nish 8 x 10 studio portrait of Healy wearing an ascot and fedora, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Floyd, yours, Ted Healy.” In ne condition, with scattered small light stains. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
609. Rudolph Valentino. Vintage ink
signature, “Rudolph Valentino,” on an offwhite slip clipped from a guest book and af ed to a .2 x 3.75 album page. Also signed by his wife, Winifred udnut alentino. ollector’s notations below date the signatures to April , 1 2 . In ne condition. Also accompanied by three unsigned photos of the actor. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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the Kuflik collection
610. Maud Adams. Semiglossy 8 x 10 talent agency photo of Adams in a classy close-up pose, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To arvey, Maud Adams. In ne condition, with staple holes to the top. Accompanied by two talent agency pro le resume sheets stapled to unsigned photos. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting
613. Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. Glossy 8 x
id 200
10 full-length photo of Fred Astaire as Tony Hunter and Cyd Charisse as Gabrielle Gerard in the 1953 lm The and Wagon, signed in black felt tip by Charisse and in black ink by Astaire. In ne condition, with three punch holes to the top, one of which touches Astaire’s hair. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
614. Bad Day at Black Rock. Glossy
611. Lucy and Suzan Ball. Two items: a vintage glossy 3 x 3.5 candid photo of Lucy wearing a light-colored dress, signed in green fountain pen, “Lucille Ball”; and a purple ink signature, “Suzan Ball Long,” on an off-white 5 x 3 notebook page. In overall ne condition, with light staining and scuf ng to the ucy candid. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
8.25 x 10 publicity photo of John Ericson as Pete Wirth, Ernest Borgnine as Coley Trimble, and Lee Marvin as Hector David from the 1955 film Bad Day at Black Rock, signed by each in black felt tip. In fine condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
615. Kathy Bates. Glossy 8 x 612. Ursula Andress. Two glossy 8 x 10 photos: a Columbia Pictures publicity photo of Andress wearing a sleek black dress, signed in black felt tip; and a photo of Andress as Aphrodite from the 1 2 lm lash of the Titans, signed in purple felt tip and adding a heart. Reverse of publicity photo bears a oburn photography credit stamp. In overall ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200 178 | October 11, 2017 | THE KUFLIK COLLECTION
10 photo of Bates after winning the Best Actress Oscar for her role as Annie Wilkes in the 1990 lm Misery, signed in black felt tip. Reverse bears an AMPAS copyright stamp. In very ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
616. Warren Beatty and Diane Keaton. Glossy 8 x 10
619. Linda Blair.
Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Blair in a provocative three-quarter-length pose, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Harvey—Love ya, Linda Blair.” In ne condition, with staple holes to the top. Accompanied by three talent agency pro le resume sheets stapled to unsigned photos. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Paramount Pictures publicity photo of Beatty as Jack Reed and Keaton as Louise Bryant from the 1981 film Reds, signed by both in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
617. Bee Gees. Glossy
10 x 8 photo of the Bee Gees staring directly into the camera, signed in blue felt tip, “Robin Gibb,” “Love, Maurice Gibb,” and “Love, Barry.” In very good to ne condition, with moderate overall creasing, heavier at the corners. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
620. Charles Bukowski.
Felt tip signature, “Charles Bukowski,” with a small sketch of himself and a booze bottle on a yellow 6 x 4 card. Collector’s pencil notations on reverse indicate that the signature was obtained at the 20/20 Club on November 16, 1988. In very ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
618. Jessica Biel.
Glossy 8 x 10 talent agency photo of Jessica Biel early in her career, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition, with staple holes to the top. Accompanied by a pair of talent agency pro le resume sheets stapled to unsigned photos. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
621. Richard Burton. Glossy 8 x
10.25 United Artists publicity photo of Richard Burton as Martin Dysart from the 1 77 lm E uus, signed in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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622. James Caan.
Color glossy 8x 10 photo Caan as Jonathan E. from the 1975 lm Rollerball, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Harvey, Best always, James aan. In ne condition, with light overall emulsion irregularity. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
625. Leslie Caron. Two items, both signed in black felt tip by
eslie aron a matte nish 10 publicity photo of aron as Jennifer Dubedat in the 1 lm The Doctor’s Dilemma and a color M M lobby card for the 1 0 lm The Subterraneans, 14 x 11, showing Caron as the unstable Mardou Fox. In overall ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
626. The Carpenters. Felt tip signa-
tures, “Karen Carpenter” and “Richard Carpenter,” on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards. In overall ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
623. John Candy. Color Tri-Star Pictures lobby card for the 1 lm olunteers, 1 11, signed in blue felt tip by andy. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200 627. Cyd Charisse.
624. Leslie Caron.
Matte nish 10 publicity photo of Leslie Caron as Jennifer Dubedat from the 1958 film The Doctor’s Dilemma, signed in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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Matte nish 10 M M studio portrait of Charisse in an attractive full-length pose, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Harvey—Best wishes, Cyd Charisse.” In ne condition, with light paperclip impressions to top left. Accompanied by three unsigned talent agency pro le sheets and photos. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
628. The China Syndrome. Glossy
8 x 10 Columbia Pictures publicity photo of Jane Fonda as Kimberly Wells, Jack Lemmon as Jack Godell, and Michael Douglas as Richard Adams from the 1 7 lm The hina Syndrome, signed in black felt tip by Fonda, and in blue felt tip by Lemmon and Douglas. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
631. John Denver.
Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Denver, signed in black felt tip, “Peace, John Denver. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed REAL. Starting Bid 200
632. Faye Dunaway. Glossy 8 x 10
629. Brian De Palma. Glossy
Paramount Pictures publicity photo of Dunaway as Evelyn Cross Mulwray from the 1 7 lm hinatown, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
10.25 x 8 Filmways Pictures publicity photo of De Palma behind the camera during production of the 1 1 lm low Out, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, To arvey, rian De Palma. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
630. Patrick Dempsey and Amanda Peterson. Color glossy
8 x 10 photo of the two stars from the 1 7 lm an’t uy Me Love, signed in black felt tip by Patrick Dempsey and Amanda Peterson. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
633. Robert Duvall and Tess Harper.
Glossy 8 x 10 Universal Pictures publicity photo of Robert Duvall as Mac Sledge and Tess Harper as Rosa Lee from the 1 lm Tender Mercies, signed by both in black felt tip. In ne condition. For his performance as an aging country singer, Duvall won the Academy Award for Best Actor. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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634. Everly Brothers. Vintage off-
white 4.5 x 5.75 album page signed and inscribed in red ballpoint, “To Rhoda, Don Everly,” and in black ink, “To Rhoda, Phil Everly. ollector’s ink notations indicate that the signatures were obtained on June 30, 1957. In ne condition, with light edge toning. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
637. Alan Freed. Ameri-
can disc jockey (1921–1965) best remembered for promoting the mix of blues, country, and rhythm and blues music under the name of rock and roll. Sought-after ballpoint signature, Alan Freed, on an off white .7 sheet af ed to a slightly larger sheet bearing a clipped image of the disc ockey. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
638. The Golden Girls. Color glossy
8 x 10 photo of the cast of The Golden Girls, signed in blue felt tip by Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty, and etty White. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
635. Chris Farley.
Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Rhoda, Love, Chris Farley,” on a blue 4.5 x sheet. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
636. Louise Fletcher.
Glossy 8 x 10 talent agency photo of Fletcher in a full-length pose, signed in the lower border in purple felt tip. In ne condition, with staple holes to the top. Accompanied by three talent agency pro le resume sheets stapled to unsigned photos. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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639. Gene Hackman. Glossy 7.75 x
9.75 cardstock photo of Hackman during his movie career in the 1970s, signed in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
640. Ed Harris and Amy Madigan.
6 4 3 . K a t hleen Hughes.
Glossy 10 x 8 Tri-Star Pictures publicity photo of Ed Harris as Wayne Lomax and Amy Madigan as Viola Kelsey from the 1984 film Places in the Heart, signed by both in black felt tip. Reverse bears an af ed publicity caption. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
641. Laurence Harvey. Matte-
finish 8 x 10 studio portrait of Harvey with a bright smile and white collared shirt, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To Evelyn, with affectionate good wishes, Laurence Harvey.” In ne to very ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
642. Dennis Hopper. Double-
weight glossy 8 x 10 half-length studio portrait of Dennis Hopper early into his acting career, signed in black felt tip. In very ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Glossy 10 x 8.25 Universal Pictures publicity photo of Hughes lying on a beach, signed in blue ink, “With best wishes—Kathleen Hughes.” In ne condition, with irregularities to the emulsion in the upper left. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
644. Kathleen Hughes. American
actress (born 1928) best known for starring in the 1953 cult classic It Came from Outer Space. Glossy 7.75 x 10 full-length photo of Hughes wearing a striped bathing suit and sunning herself on the spar of a ship, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Harvey, With best wishes, Kathleen Hughes.” In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
645. Olivia Hussey. Love-
ly color Paramount Pictures lobby card for the 1968 film Romeo & Juliet, 14 x 11, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Harvey, much love, Olivia ussey. In ne condition. Accompanied by various unsigned talent agency pro le resume sheets and photos. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200 www.RRAuction.com | 183
649. Jack Lemmon and Julie Andrews. Glossy
646. Shirley Jones. Two items: a glossy 8 x 10 talent agency photo of Jones in a half-length pose wearing an elaborately studded dress, signed in blue felt tip by Jones; and a color Universal Pictures lobby card for the 1 lm Bedtime Story, 14 x 11, signed in blue felt tip by Jones. In overall ne condition. Accompanied by three talent agency pro le resume sheets stapled to unsigned photos. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
8 x 10 Columbia Pictures publicity photo of Harvey and Gillian Fairchild in the 1 lm That’s ife , signed in black felt tip by Jack Lemmon and Julie Andrews. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
647. Kramer vs. Kramer. Glossy 7 x
650. Jerry Lewis.
Glossy 5 x 7 publicity photo of the classic comedian, signed in blue ballpoint, “Always, Jerry Lewis.” In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
9 publicity photo of Ted and Joanna Kramer with their son Billy from the 1 7 lm ramer vs. Kramer, signed in blue felt tip by Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep. In ne condition, with a small stain in the right border. Both Streep and Hoffman earned their very rst scars for their performances. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
648. Laverne and Shirley. Col-
or glossy 14 x 11 photo of Laverne and Shirley wearing stylish blackand-white dresses, signed in black felt tip by Penny Marshall and Cindy Williams. In fine condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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651. Liberace. Felt
tip signature and inscription, “ To H a r v e y, Liberace,” who adds a wonderful sketch of a grand piano on an off-white .2 .7 notebook page. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
652. Gina Lollobrigida. Glossy 8 x
655. William H . M a c y.
10 Allied Artists publicity photo of Lollobrigida as Esmeralda from the 1 lm The Hunchback of Notre Dame, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
653. Sophia Loren and Anthony Quinn. Glossy
Pre certified
8 x 10.25 Paramount Pictures publicity photo of Sophia Loren as Rose Bianco and Anthony Quinn as Frank Valente from the 1 lm The Black Orchid, signed by both in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
654. Frankie Lymon. Boy
soprano lead singer (19421968) of The Teenagers, best known for their hit single Why Do Fools Fall in ove.’ After unsuccessfully pursuing a solo career, he tragically died of a heroin overdose at age 25. Vintage ballpoint signature, Frankie ymon, always,’ on an off-white 3.75 x 6.5 sheet. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
Handsome glossy 8 x 10 talent agency photo of Macy in a close-up pose, signed in blue felt tip, “Wm. H. Macy.” In fine condition, with staple holes to the top. Accompanied by two talent agency pro le resume sheets and unsigned photos. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection.Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
656. Karl Malden. Two items: a color glossy 20th Century Fo Italian movie card for the 1 70 lm Patton, 1 10.7 , signed in black felt tip; and a color Paramount Pictures lobby card for the 1 1 lm ne Eyed Jacks, 1 11, signed in black felt tip. In overall ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
657. Rocky Marciano.
Ink signature, “Rocky Marciano,” on an off-white 6 x 4.5 album page. ollector’s ink notations on side indicate that the signature was obtained on April 11, 1 . In very good to ne condition, with somewhat irregular toning. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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Gwynne, DeCarlo, Lewis, and more of the Munsters
658. Lee Marvin.
Matte nish .7 studio portrait of Marvin wearing a striped collared shirt, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To Harvey, Best Wishes, Lee Marvin. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
661. The Munsters. Wonderful collection of vintage ink 659. Lee Marvin.
Glossy 8 x 10 Paramount Pictures publicity photo of Marvin as Liberty Valance in the 1 2 lm The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, ee Marvin. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
signatures from seven cast and crew members of the Munsters, individually signed on album pages or sheets ranging in size from 5.75 x 4.5 to 6.5 x 3.75, with all but one inscribed to “Rhoda.” Signers include: Fred Gwynne, Yvonne DeCarlo, Al Lewis, Butch Patrick, Pat Priest, Barbara Parkins, and Ezra Stone director . In overall ne condition. Accompanied by unsigned talent agency pro le sheets and photos for wynne, De arlo, and ewis. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
662. Bill Murray. Glossy
8 x 10.25 Columbia Pictures publicity photo of Murray as Pvt. John Winger from the 1 1 lm Stripes, signed in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
660. Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels.
Two items: a ballpoint signature, “The Lone Ranger, Clayton Moore,” on an off-white 6 x 3.5 notebook page; and a ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Harvey, Kind regards, Jay Silverheels, Tonto,” on an off-white 6 x 3.5 notebook page. In overall ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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663. Ricky Nelson. Matte-
nish 7 close up photo of the teenage heart throb, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Rhoda, Yours, Rick Nelson.” In ne to very ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed REA . Starting id 200
667. Ron Perlman and Linda Hamilton. Color glossy 8
664. Rudolf Nureyev. Glossy 8
x 10 publicity photo of Nureyev in a fulllength pose as the puppet Petrouchka, signed in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
x 10 photo of the lead stars of the Beauty and the Beast television series, signed in black felt tip, “Ron Perlman” and “Love, Linda Hamilton.” In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
665. Maureen O’Hara. Glossy
668. Eleanor Powell. Glossy 7.5 x
8 x 10 UniversalInternational Picture publicity photo of Maureen ’ ara as Lady Godiva from the 1 lm ady Godiva of Coventry, signed in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200 Pre certified
666. Sarah Jessica Parker. Glossy
8 x 10 Castle Rock publicity photo of Parker as Betsy Nolan from the 1 2 lm Honeymoon in Vegas, signed in black felt tip, “Love, Sarah Jessica Parker.” In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
9.5 full-length photo of Powell wearing a white one-piece suit with open cape, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Scott,’ much happiness & many blessings & Happy New Year from your dancing friend, Always, Eleanor Powell.” In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
669. Anthony Quinn. Glossy 8 x
10 photo of Anthony Quinn dressed as Zulffiqar from the 1 7 lm aravans, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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673. Ridley Scott. Glossy
670. Anthony Quinn. Matte nish
10 x 8 Universal Pictures publicity photo of director Ridley Scott behind the scenes of the 1 lm egend, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
8 x 10 studio portrait of Quinn as a young leading man, signed in black felt tip. In ne to very ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
671. Robert Ryan. Ameri-
can actor (19091973) known for his roles as no-nonsense police officers and unforgiving villains. Vintage matte nish . x 3.5 candid photo Robert Ryan wearing a fedora and coat, vertically signed in blue ink. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
674. Robert Shaw. Green
felt tip signature, “Robert Shaw,� on an off-white 6.5 x 3.75 sheet. In fine condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
672. Martin Scorsese. Glossy 8 x 10
close-up photo of Scorsese sporting a beard and fedora, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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675. Shock Treatment. Color 20th Century Fox lobby
card for the 1 lm Shock Treatment, 1 11, signed in black felt tip by Stuart Whitman and Carol Lynley. Left side bears a anadian censorship stamp. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
676. Six Weeks. Glossy
10 x 8 Universal Pictures publicity photo of Dudley Moore as Patrick Dalton, Mary Tyler Moore as Charlotte Dreyfus, and Katherine Healy as Nicole from the 1 2 lm Si Weeks, signed by each in blue felt tip. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
677. Sissy Spacek and Eric Roberts.
Pre certified
679. Donald Sutherland and Brooke Adams.
Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Donald Sutherland as Matthew Bennell and Brooke Adams as Elizabeth Driscoll from the 1 7 lm Invasion of the Body Snatchers, signed in black felt tip by Sutherland and in blue felt tip by Adams. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
Glossy 8 x 10 Universal Pictures publicity photo of Spacek as Nita Longley and Roberts as Teddy from the 1 1 lm Raggedy Man, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Harvey, We ove ou Eric Roberts” and “Sissy Spacek.” In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
680. Hilary Swank.
Lovely satin-finish 8 x 10 talent agency photo of Swank, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition, with staple holes to the top. Accompanied by various unsigned talent agency pro le resume sheets and photos. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
678. James Stewart and June Allyson. Glossy 8 x
10 publicity photo of James Stewart and June Allyson as Monty and Ethel Stratton from the 1 lm The Stratton Story, signed by both in black felt tip. In ne condition, with slight rippling. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed Beckett Authentication. Starting id 200
681. Patrick Swayze. Desir-
able glossy 9.75 x 8 Vestron Pictures publicity photo of Swayze as Johnny Castle from the 1987 film Dirty Dancing, signed in blue felt tip, “Love, Patrick Swayze.” In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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682. Lea Thompson. Satin nish
x 10 talent agency photo of Thompson in a close-up pose, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition, with staple holes to the top. Accompanied by various unsigned talent agency profile/resume sheets and photos. From the Harvey and Rhoda Kuflik Collection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication.
685. Raquel Welch. Color glossy
8 x 9.75 photo of Welch in a striped crop top, signed in black felt tip. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200 Starting
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683. Billy Bob Thornton. Color
glossy 8 x 10 photo of Thornton as Karl Childers from the 1 lm Sling lade, signed in blue felt tip. In ne condition. Sling Blade and Thornton were nominated for two Academy Awards, Best Actor and Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay, with Thornton taking home the latter. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
684. Francois Truffaut. Felt tip signature and inscription, “Pour Scott, Amical souvenir de Francois Truffaut, Oct 75,� on a light orange card. In ne condition. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy photo of the French lmmaker. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
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686. Cornel Wilde. Awesome
color Paramount Pictures lobby card for the 1 lm The Naked Prey, 14 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Wilde. In ne condition. From the Harvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
687. Fay Wray. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of a poster for
the 1 lm ing ong, signed in blue felt tip by Fay Wray. In ne condition. From the arvey and Rhoda u ik ollection. Pre certi ed eckett Authentication. Starting id 200
688. Academy Award Winning Actors
689. Academy Award Winning Actresses
690. Actors
691. Actors
692. Actresses
693. Actresses
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694. Nick Adams M
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695. Addams Family: Blossom Rock M
200
200
200
200
696. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers M
200
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697. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers
698. Lionel Barrymore
701. Louise Brooks
702. Charlie Chaplin
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200
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200
703. Maurice Chevalier M
200
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709. Bette Davis
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700. Ingrid Bergman M
200
704. Child Stars M
200
707. Joan Crawford
706. Joan Crawford
200
708. Joan Crawford
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705. Buster Crabbe M
699. Joan Bennett
200
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710. Bette Davis M
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200
711. Diana Dors M
200
712. Federico Fellini
713. Clark Gable
714. Clark Gable
715. Greta Garbo
716. Ava Gardner
717. Gilligan’s Island
718. Martha Graham
719. Gloria Grahame
720. Jim Henson
721. Audrey Hepburn
722. Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison
723. Grace Kelly
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724. Leading Ladies M
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725. Leading Men M
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726. Stan Laurel
727. Vivien Leigh
728. Marilyn Monroe
729. Marilyn Monroe
730. Marilyn Monroe
731. Marilyn Monroe
732. Marilyn Monroe
733. Marilyn Monroe
734. Marilyn Monroe
735. Marilyn Monroe
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737. Paul Newman M
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736. Marilyn Monroe: Bert Stern
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738. Gregory Peck M
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739. William Powell and Myrna Loy M
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740. Vincent Price M
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742. Christopher Reeve
743. Christopher Reeve
744. Charles Ringling
745. Henry Ringling
746. Robert Ryan
747. George C. Scott
748. Norma Shearer
749. Star Trek: Gene Roddenberry
750. Star Wars: Carrie Fisher
751. Barbra Streisand
752. Tarzan and Hercules
753. Shirley Temple
754. General and Mrs. Tom Thumb
755. Johnny Weissmuller
741. Sally Rand M
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756. Mae West M
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sports
Game-used baseball from the 1917 Tim Murnane Benefit—played in by Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Walter Johnson, and Shoeless Joe Jackson 757. Boston Red Sox vs. All Stars: 1917. Game-used baseball from the legend-
ary Tim Murnane Day bene t game played one hundred years ago on September 27, 1917 at Fenway Park, which pitted the Boston Red Sox against a team of Major League All Stars in a fundraiser for the family of beloved Boston Globe sportswriter Tim Murnane, who had passed away suddenly seven months before. Although there are quite a few baseballs available within the hobby that have been signed by the abe,’ there are very few that he may actually have pitched to Ty Cobb or that may have been tossed around the out eld by Shoeless Joe Jackson. This remarkable game-used baseball is an incredible relic to behold and an important artifact from a day that honored Tim Murnane, oston’s premier baseball writer, in a game that many consider to be the inspiration for the modern day All Star Game. Murnane, a former professional ballplayer himself, was one of the few player-friendly voices in the baseball media and a treasured prince’ among ournalists. The fundraiser was arranged by former Red So owner John I. Taylor, the American eague, and the aseball Writers’ Association of America. Despite there being four regular season American eague games scheduled that day including one between Walter Johnson’s Washington Senators and Joe Jackson’s hicago White So the pennants were locked up, and teams granted their star players leave to converge on Fenway Park from around the country. Prior to the game there was a skills competition, with Joe Jackson winning a long-distance throwing contest, Ray Chapman taking a foot race around the bases, and Babe Ruth earning top prize in a long-distance fungo batting competition. Actress Fanny rice helped sell programs in the stands, and Will Rogers performed rope tricks on the eld. The starting pitcher for the Red Sox was a young Babe Ruth, facing a formidable lineup of stars that included Shoeless Joe Jackson, Ty Cobb, Buck Weaver, and former Red Sox favorite Tris Speaker. Pitching for the All Stars were Walter Johnson, Urban Shocker, and Howard Ehmke, managed by Hughie Jennings and Connie Mack. Legendary boxing champion John L. Sullivan coached third base for the hometown team. Playing before an audience 17,000 strong at Fenway Park, the game was a pitcher’s duel until the eighth inning, when oston rallied against Walter Johnson to take a two run lead on a triple by Duffy ewis. The Red So held on for a shutout victory in the ninth. The game raised close to 1 ,000 for the Murnane family, helping to defray funeral costs and pay for a permanent grave marker at the Old Calvary Cemetery in Boston. Major League Baseball and the city of Boston showed true humanity and kindness in a game that provided support for a local hero and his family, and helped to establish the tradition of the modern day All Star Game. This amazing baseball, which tells the story of the Tim Murnane Day bene t game in a thousand words’ through its game use, is an of cial horsehide American eague baseball manufactured by Reach, featuring 11 red and blue stitches, with most stampings still visible. Baseballs were considered very expensive in 1917 and when foul balls were hit into the stands, fans threw them back onto the eld to be re used. The provenance for this ball comes in what was the customary form back in the day—a period ink inscription across the sweet spot: “9 /27/17, All Stars—0, Red Sox—2.” It exhibits heavy wear commensurate with use in the game, and a small puncture near the inscription, likely caused by the method of display by the original owner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Mears. Starting id 00
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758. Heisman Trophy Winners. Full-size golden Riddell football helmet bearing a Heisman Trophy logo, signed in black felt tip by 22 winners of the prize, many of whom add the year they received it. Signers are: Barry Sanders, Herschel Walker, o Jackson, Jay erwanger, Paul ornung, Desmond oward, lenn Davis, Archie rif n, illy Sims, Ron Dayne, Joe ellino, Mike Rozier, Gino Torretta, Eddie George, Johnny Rodgers, Earl Campbell, Ricky Williams, Johnny Lattner, John David Crow, eorge Rogers, harles White, and Rashaan Salaam. In ne condition. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
759. Hockey: Stanley Cup.Color 20 x 26.5 poster of the Stanley
Cup, signed in silver ink by 47 hockey champions, including: Bernie Parent, Boom Boom Geoffrion, Paul Coffey, Jean Beliveau, Yvan Cournoyer, Ted Lindsay, Gordie Howe, Alex Delvecchio, Sid Abel, Maurice Richard, Steve Shutt, Red Kelly, Bill Gadsby, Scotty Bowman, Glenn Hall, Emile Bouchard, Peter Stastny, Boby Hull, Eddie Giacomin, Red Storey, Harry Lumley, Johnny Bower, John Bucyk, Serge Savard, Gerry Cheevers, Frank Mahovlich, Darryl Sittler, Brian Trottier, Lanny McDonald, Marcel Pronovost, Fern Flaman, Stan Mikita, Milt Schmidt, Woody Dumart, Grant Fuhr, Sergei Federov, Igor Larionov, Jaromir Jagr, Steve Yzerman, Norm Ullman, Pierre Pilote, Al Arbour, Harry Howell, Viacheslav Fetisov, Mike Bossy, Borje Salming, and Chuck Rayner. Impressively double-matted and framed with a pla ue to an overall size of 27 1. In very ne condition. Starting Bid 200
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“I have noticed my name in your column many times and recognized it as a friendly attempt to give me a boost” 760. Lou Gehrig. TLS signed “Lou,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal
letterhead, April 24, 1938. Letter to NY Daily News sportswriter Jimmy Powers, in full I am sorry you took the incident so seriously it didn’t annoy me to that extent, but I did mention it to Jack Smith because I was a little afraid that the quotation might put me in a bad light with my fellow players. I have noticed my name in your column many times and recognized it as a friendly attempt to give me a boost. However, I appreciated your note, and I hope you do no feel that I am angry about the uotation. The lower half bears pencil of ce notations in another hand. In ne condition, with a bit of light creasing near the salutation. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Styled in the muckraker mode, Jimmy Powers was no stranger to controversy in the New York sports world. Although the exact quote referenced by Gehrig in this letter is unknown, the athlete and journalist would seriously butt heads two years later when Powers unscienti cally speculated that ehrig’s polio germ’ had infected the rest of the slumping Yankees lineup. Gehrig launched a libel lawsuit against Powers and the NY Daily News, which was eventually settled for 17, 00. A highly unusual format, this is the only letter from ehrig we have ever offered. Starting id 00
761. Los Angeles Dodgers 1958 Ring. A beautiful 14K white gold 1958 Los Angeles Dodgers ring made by Balfour, approximately size 6 and 7.5 gm, featuring a diamond set into a blue stone, with the bezel reading, “Los Angeles Baseball Club.” The stylized “Dodgers” script is engraved on each shank. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. The Dodgers moved from Brooklyn to LA for the 1958 season, playing their home games at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Starting id 200
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Rare participation medal from America’s first Winter Games 762. Lake Placid 1932 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Scarce
participation medal issued for the 1932 Lake Placid Winter Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm x 48 mm, 83 gm. The front depicts the winged gure of Fame blowing into a long horn against a wintry landscape, with the Olympic rings above; the reverse, inscribed “III Olympic Winter Games Lake Placid 1932,” features six shields of winter events, with scenes of curling and dogsledding below. Top edge inscribed by the manufacturer, “Robbins, Co., Attleboro.” A beautifully designed Olympic medal from America’s premiere Winter ames, made all the more desirable by its rarity struck. Starting id 1000
only 700 of these seldom seen medals were
764. Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Press Badge. Attrac-
763. Roger Maris. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Maris in his Yankee pinstripes, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Mark, Best Always, Roger Maris. In ne condition, with a few small surface impressions. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
tive press badge issued for the Paris 1924 Summer Olympics, 32 mm x 44 mm, featuring the Olympic rings at the top with “Presse [Press]” below, and a blue enameled border with gray lettering, “VIIIe Olympiade, Paris, 1924.” In the center is “C. O. F. [Comite Olympic Franciase]” and the reverse is stamped “5007.” Retains its original screw-back closure.
The 1924 Paris Olympic Games, held in the ity of ight,’ were later immortalized on the silver screen. The wearer of this press badge may have written stories about Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell of Chariots of Fire fame. Perhaps this media member covered Johnny Weissmuller (who later became Tarzan) winning three gold medals in swimming—as well as a bronze in water polo. A pleasing relic from these memorable ames. Starting id 200
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765. Babe Ruth. Vintage sepia matte nish 10 close up photo of Ruth in his Yankees uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Pearl Williams, Sincerely, Babe Ruth.” Annotated in the upper left in another hand with the date of April 2 , 1 2. In very good to ne condition, with scuf ng, light staining, and creases to corner tips. A great pose with an extremely dark, bold signature. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 00
Remarkable fully signed 1951 Ryder Cup program 766. Ryder Cup: 1951. Program for a dinner honoring the Ryder Cup
teams of the United States and Great Britain held at the Waldorf Astoria on October 22, 1951, 8.25 x 11, eight pages, fully signed on the front cover by all members of both teams: Jimmy Demaret, Lloyd Mangrum, Sam Snead, Jack urke, Jr., enry Ransom, Ed Porky’ liver, en ogan, Skip Ale ander, E. J. Dutch’ arrison, layton eafner, harlie Ward, Jack Hargreaves, Harry Weetman, John Panton, Max Faulkner, Arthur ees, Fred Daly, Dai Rees, en ous eld, Jimmy Adams, and Arthur acey. Also signed by Ryder up of cials Robert udson, who revived the Ryder Cup by sponsoring it in 1947; Richard S. Tufts, who managed Pinehurst; Joe Novak, the PGA president; and one other. The back cover of the program is af ed to a slightly larger scrapbook page. In ne condition, with a small light stain touching ogan’s rst name. onsignor notes that this originates from the collection of Lord Lyle, who was president of the Professional olfers Association of reat ritain in the 1 0s. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
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“In memoriam of those battles in the indoor court and that year at Wimbledon 1921” 767. Bill Tilden. Signed book lory’s Net. First edition. London: Methuen & Co. Ltd., 1930. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 247 pages. Signed and inscribed on the rst free end page in fountain pen, “In memoriam of those battles in the indoor court and that year at Wimbledon 1921, With my best, Bill, Wm. J. Tilden 2nd, June 1930.” In very good to ne condition, with light fo ing and toning to the signed page, and foxing to the leading edges throughout. Accompanied by ve vintage unsigned books also authored by Tilden The Art of awn Tennis, Singles and Doubles, It’s All the ame and Other Tennis Tales, My Story, and Match Play and the Spin of the all. Pre certi ed PSA DNA. Starting id 200
768. Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Pair of Participation Medals. Two participation medals issued for the Torino 200 Winter lympics a pewter medal presented to athletes and of cials, 0 mm, gm and a bronze medal presented to volunteers, 40 mm, 31 gm. Both medals were designed by Quatrini, with front designs depicting the Torino Games emblem with the Aqueduct of Alpignano above, and the reverse bearing several rays of ice crystals and the Olympic rings and motto below. oth medals include their original cardboard and plastic cases. Starting id 200
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769. Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
770. Muhammad Ali and Leon Spinks
772. Joe DiMaggio
773. Lefty Gomez
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780. Mantle, Mays, and Snider M
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778. Mickey Mantle
777. Mickey Mantle
771. Jack Dempsey
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774. Walter Hagen M
776. Mickey Mantle
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779. Mantle, DiMaggio, and Williams M
781. Ted Williams M
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782. Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio M
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CONDITIONS OF SALE ANYONE EITHER REGISTERING TO BID OR PLACING A BID (“BIDDER”) ACCEPTS THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND ENTERS INTO A LEGALLY, BINDING, ENFORCEABLE AGREEMENT WITH R&R AUCTION COMPANY OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC (“RR AUCTION,” TOGETHER WITH BIDDER, THE “PARTIES”). The following terms and conditions (“Conditions of Sale”) constitute the sole terms and conditions under which RR Auction will offer for sale and sell the property described in the catalog of items for auction (the “Catalog”). These Conditions of Sale constitute a binding agreement between the Parties with respect to the auction in which Bidder participates (the “Auction”). By bidding at the Auction, whether in person, through an agent or representative, by telephone, facsimile, online, absentee bid, or by any other form of bid or by any other means, Bidder acknowledges the thorough reading and understanding of all of these Conditions of Sale, all descriptions of items in the Catalog, and all matters incorporated herein by reference, and agrees to be fully bound thereby. This acknowledgement is a material term of these Conditions of Sale and of the consideration under which RR Auction agrees to these terms. RR Auction and Auction: This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the Catalog or on the www. RRauction.com Internet site (“RRauction.com”). The Auction is conducted under these Conditions of Sale. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed Catalog. Bidder: Bidder shall mean the original Bidder on the property offered for sale by 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. The rights granted to Bidder under these 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 without the express written assent of RR Auction. Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey these Conditions of Sale or any of the rights herein, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Conditions of Sale, and no third party is intended as a beneficiary of these Conditions of Sale. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgment of the Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder. All Bidders must meet RR Auction’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. 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. By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment.
Credit: In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established credit with RR Auction must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply additional information if requested, 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 RR Auction. 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 RR Auction’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: The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 22.5% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed Auctions (the “Buyer’s Timed Premium”), and a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on live Auctions (the “Buyer’s Live Premium,” together with the Buyer’s Timed Premium, the “Buyer’s Premium”). For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been received by RR Auction, i.e., check or wired funds have fully cleared. Unless otherwise agreed in 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. All purchases delivered to Massachusetts are subject to applicable Massachusetts sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Bidding: 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 the Catalog, 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. 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 Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile, online, and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and RR Auction has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake. 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. 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. 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. 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. By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. 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 a principal, director or officer that they he or she personally and unconditionally guarantees any payment due RR Auction. RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders. In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased pursuant to these Conditions of Sale and the exclusive remedies provided herein, 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 Premium 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: Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to in-person, facsimile, phone and mail bids) are treated similarly to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any in-person, facsimile, 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 Bidder’s high bid. When identical mail or facsimile 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. RR Auction is not responsible for executing mail bids or facsimile bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is RR Auction responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, facsimile, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins. In all Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%, or as specified on a per-Auction basis. 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 RR Auction. 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 RR Auction 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). For live auctions, RR Auction will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between Bidders. RR Auction 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, RR Auction’s sale record is conclusive. Payment: Subject to fulfillment of all of the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, upon the sooner of (1) the passing of title to the offered lot pursuant to these Conditions of Sale, or (2) possession of the offered lot by the Bidder, Bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibil-
ity (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 RR Auction 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 thirty (30) business days following its sale and, if it is not so removed, RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder. Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. RR Auction 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, RR Auction’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay RR Auction its fees (seller’s and Buyer’s Premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot. 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) calendar day hold, and ten (10) business days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via e-Check, personal or corporate checks. 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. If RR Auction refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction. If RR Auction 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. RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder to secure payment of the Auction invoice. RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction 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 Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice (the “Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction 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. All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. RR Auction 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 a credit card on file with RR Auction. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs. Title: Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper. Rights Reserved: 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: RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction 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. RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction 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. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale. Reserves: 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. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own. Off-Site Bidding: Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, 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’s Remedies: Failure of the Bidder 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 liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder 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 interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (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’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder 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 Bidder 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 Bidder 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 Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’s possession owned by such Bidder. 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 Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Warranties: RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided 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 merchantability 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 Bidder 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. All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also 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. 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. All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “Certification of Authenticity”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The Certification of Authenticity inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the Certification of Authenticity, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. The Certification of Authenticity is valid from date of the Auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot (the “Auction Date”) until five (5) years after the Auction Date, without exception. FIREARMS. RR Auction 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. Limitation of Damages: In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Bidder, or Bidder 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 Bidder. 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: 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 Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a 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 upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction. Bidder’s Remedies: Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder in conformity with the Warranties and Limitation of Damages provisions of these Conditions of Sale, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, in the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction shall make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder 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 Bidder within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and assign to Bidder all of RR Auction’s 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 Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances. If Bidder wishes to challenge the AC within the period of the Certification of Authenticity, Bidder must present written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If RR Auction agrees that the lot is not as represented, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be a refund of their purchase price, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable. If RR Auction does not agree with the claim by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Any such challenge concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Bidder’s notice to RR Auction of Bidder’s contention that the lot was not authentic, or six (6) years from the Auction Date, whichever is sooner. If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially 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 Auction Date. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and the AC, then the description in the AC shall control. This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE. RR Auction’s Additional Services: For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. 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, RR Auction will include an administration charge. Headings: Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Entire Agreement: 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. If any section of these 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. Governing Law and Enforcement The Parties agree that any agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, 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. The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, and any other related agreement(s) are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the “Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”). The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. The Parties agree that Bidder shall have no right to recover consequential or indirect damages, or lost profits damages. The Parties consent to the enforcement of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in either the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Except as provided in Bidder’s Remedies with regard to the Certification of Authenticity, any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other agreement(s) between the Parties must be brought within one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances giving rise to the alleged claim, without exceptions. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute release of any claims after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. 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. Notwithstanding the foregoing, RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration related to or arising out of any Auction of an item sold for less than $10,000. This right shall relate to the individual item price, such that RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration for items that in the aggregate exceed $10,000. The prevailing Party in such a proceeding shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the proceeding, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. This right of enforcement is unique to RR Auction, and these Conditions of Sale are a waiver by the Bidder of any right to enforcement or adjudication outside of an Arbitration.
CONDUCT OF AUCTION 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 (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 7324280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices 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). 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. Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment. Maximum Bids – All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. 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. Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder 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. RR Auction 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. Bidding—Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. 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 above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. 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. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not 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.
Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/ EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). 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 EST/ EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion. Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. 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. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not 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. 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 above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www.liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www.icollector.com. RR Auction is not 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. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a nonsale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’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, RR Auction 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: RR Auction 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 Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.
GLOSSARY OF CONDITION TERMS FOR DECADES, RR AUCTION HAS LED THE INDUSTRY IN PROVIDING AN ACCURATE AND DETAILED CONDITION STATEMENT FOR EACH ITEM THAT WE SELL. STARTING IN 2016 WE’VE DECIDED TO TAKE A FRESH APPROACH TO DESCRIBING EACH ITEM’S CONDITION. As our website and catalog images continually improve, and bidders can see obvious details from those excellent images, we’ve decided to simplify things, using the same terminology to describe an item’s overall condition (on an ascending scale of 1 to 4: good, very good, fine, very fine), but only adding specific details, if any, that would not be obvious from the illustration. VERY FINE describes an item in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance. FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors. VERY GOOD describes an item that exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example). GOOD describes an item with obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise exceedingly rare or important. Of course we’re more than happy to provide more in-depth information about any item via phone or email. We hope this new system will make for easier reading and a more pleasant bidding experience.
OLYMPIC medals & artifacts WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS OF QUALITY
Sold for $47,000* Chamonix 1924 Winter Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal
WORLD RECORD PRICES
Sold for $55,000* London 2012 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal
Sold for $46,000* Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Torch
*Buyers premium is included in the price shown
In the winter of 2018, RR plans on breaking more records for Olympic artifacts! Consign today and experience our remarkable results. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN CONSIGNING TO OUR UPCOMING AUCTION? Please contact us by phone +1 (603) 732-4280 or by email Bobby@RRAuction.com Rare. Remarkable.
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