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RR Auction’s February presidential sale honors America’s esteemed commandersin-chief: from the nation’s founding to modern times, these are the leaders who have guided the United States through times of war and peace. Their lives and legacies are embodied in these nearly 300 items, which include locks of George and Martha Washington’s hair, a remarkable Abraham Lincoln signed photograph, John F. Kennedy’s Harvard sweater, Andrew Johnson’s order for a day of mourning after Lincoln’s assassination, and the pen that ended US involvement in World War I. Letters and documents of enormous historical significance abound in this special, focused auction. RR Auction is a globally recognized and trusted auction house specializing in historical autographs and artifacts. Join us as we make history selling history in February 2021.
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A month before the first presidential election, Washington writes on behalf of fellow founding father Gouverneur Morris
8000. George Washington Autograph Letter Signed. Beautifully penned ALS signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 7.25 x 9, November 28, 1788. Written from Mont Vernon, a letter to Wakelin Welch, in full: “Permit me to introduce to your attention & civilities M’r Gouverneur Morris a friend of mine who proposes to visit London. You will find him a well informed, sensible man, and an agreeable companion. He is a Gentleman of family & fortune in this Country and has filled some of the most important civil employment in the United States. I am Sir, Your Most Obed’t and Most H’ble Servant.” In very good to fine condition, with multiple folds, scattered light foxing, and an old repair to the bottom of the hinge. An outstanding handwritten letter from Washington penned roughly two weeks before the first quadrennial presidential election—magnificent in both presentation and association, the letter’s clean crisp penmanship is perhaps only overshadowed by its eloquent recommendation of a fellow founding father. Starting Bid $2500
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Rare 1768 “Mountain Road Lottery” ticket crisply signed by George Washington— one of 25 known!
8001. George Washington Signed Lottery Ticket. Exceptional lottery ticket neatly signed at the conclusion in ink, “G:o Washington,” one page, 5.5 x 3.5, for the “Mountain Road Lottery” held in 1768.” In full: “This ticket [No. 360] shall entitle the Possessor to whatever Prize may happen to be drawn against it’s Number in the Mountain Road Lottery.” These lottery tickets were printed several at a time on larger sheets before being cut; this rather rare example, from the bottom of one such sheet, has a considerably larger lower border than typically seen. In very good to fine condition, with separation along the central horizontal fold. With Captain Thomas Bullitt and others, Washington conceived a lottery as a way to raise funds to build a road through the Allegheny Mountains in Virginia and to construct a resort in the area now known as The Homestead, Hot Springs, Virginia. Owing to competition from other lotteries, the Mountain Road Lottery failed, and King George III then banned all lotteries in 1769. Although 6,000 of these lottery tickets were originally slated to be sold, only about 25 are known to exist today. A scarce and supremely desirable format for Washington’s autograph. Starting Bid $2500
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In the harsh winter of 1781, Washington prepares to send troops to put down the dangerous mutiny of the Pennsylvania Line
8002. George Washington Letter Signed. Historically important Revolutionary War–dated LS signed “Go: Washington,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, “Head Quarters New Windsor,” January 15, 1781. Letter written in the hand of his aide David Humphreys and signed to the conclusion by Washington as Commander of the Continental Army, to Major General Arthur St. Clair. In full: “I have duly received your favor of the 11th together with one from the Committee of Congress of the 9th Inst. as I had just dispatched an Express to you, with my Letter of the 12th. I have detained your Messenger until this time, in expectation that something so decisive would have turned up, as might have fixed the line of conduct which we ought to pursue. But nothing new having come to my knowledge, which could give sufficient ground for determination, since my last, I can only refer you to it. The Detachment shall be held in readiness till I hear from you, which I anxiously expect every Moment. Indeed nothing can be of greater importance, than to communicate with the utmost rapidity, every incident that may happen, during the continuance of this unhappy affair.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered stains affecting a few words of text, but not the pristine signature. In the winter of 1780, 2,473 Pennsylvania officers and men were encamped at Mount Kemble, New Jersey, while their commander, Major General Arthur St. Clair, lodged in Philadelphia. Clothes, food, and pay were in short supply, and many wanted to be released from their enlistments. On New Year’s Day, disaffected soldiers from several regiments armed themselves and prepared to depart the camp without permission—some musket firing ensued, and a company commander was fatally shot. A ‘Board of Sergeants’ was established to plead their case before Congress, and by the end of January, the soldiers received shirts, shoes, blankets, woolen overalls and fifty Pennsylvania shillings, the equivalent of a month’s pay—a solution Washington disliked, as he felt that it would encourage further mutinous activity. Starting Bid $2500
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Boldly penned letter from the Mount Vernon retiree, ordering buttons for his farmhands a month before becoming the Commanding General of the United States Army
8003. George Washington Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 4.5 x 7.25, June 6,
1798. Letter to merchants “Bennett & Watts” of Alexandria, who regularly shipped household goods to Mont Vernon, in full: “Please to send me by the bearer a groce of large, & a groce of small white metal buttons—common sort,—and oblige by so doing.” Reverse of second integral is addressed in the hand of Washington, with the reverse left edge affixed to an off-white 5.5 x 8 mounting sheet. In very good condition, with creasing, light toning and scattered small stains, and a circular seal-related stain to the top blank area. Washington and his family would have no immediate use for two gross (288) white metal buttons of a “common sort.” These were likely ordered for the Mont Vernon seamstresses, who were tasked with making the clothing for the plantation’s approximate 125 slaves; the white buttons would have matched the white sack-like shirts worn by the farm’s field workers. Washington would emancipate his slaves posthumously as instructed in his will. Starting Bid $1000
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Showing strong leadership for his men, Washington writes to Governor Trumbull to repay patriot soldiers at the end of the Revolution 8004. George Washington Letter Signed. Revolutionary War-dated LS
signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 7.75 x 12.75, June 11, 1783. Written from the “Head Quarters” of the Continental Army, a letter to Connecticut Governor Jonathan Trumbull, forwarding paperwork relative to the reimbursement of Army officers, in full: “I have the honor to enclose to your Excellency the Collection of papers which was promised in my Letter of last Week. I have the Honor to be, With great Regard & Esteem, Sir Your Excellency’s Most obedient & humble servant.” In very good condition, with overall staining, and repairs on the reverse to fold separations. On June 8, 1783, General Washington wrote a circular to the chief executives of the American states, and through them to the American people, a letter of farewell that outlined four necessities for the survival of the United States as an independent republic: that the Union remain organized under a supreme governing body; that the debt of the nation accrued during the War of Independence be repaid; that militia be of a high and consistent standard throughout the country; and that a peaceful relationship exist between all citizens of the United States, regardless of region. As is echoed in this very letter, Washington similarly advocated for Congress to compensate the soldiers, officers, and veterans of the Continental Army. Starting Bid $1000
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In 1798, Washington loans shares in the Potomac Company—a firm organized to improve early America’s infrastructure
8005. George Washington Handwritten Endorsement. Handwritten endorsement by George Washington on the reverse
of a letter written to him, unsigned, one page, 7.5 x 13, May 30, 1798. Washington pens a docketing note concerning a loan to the Potomac Company, in full: “From the Treasurer of the Potomac Comp’y, 30th May 1798, Enclosing Deed of Conveyance of 16 shares in said Company for the sum of $3,271 36/100 money lent.” The letter written to him by William Hartshorne from Alexandria, in full: “I wish I had been at home when thou called yesterday—however I now enclose an obligation for the 6 Ct Stock thou proposes Lending to the Poto Co and wish thou would examine the same. I intend to wait on thee tomorrow or the day after tomorrow in the afternoon (unless in the mean time I should be informed thy business will occasion thy coming here) when we can both sign it and finish the business.” In very good condition, with scattered foxing and staining. Formed in 1785, the Potomac Company planned to develop the picturesque Potomac River as a navigable inland transportation route using a series of locks and canals; Washington served as the firm’s president. Starting Bid $300
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Ornately displayed, substantial locks of George and Martha Washington’s hair— passed down through their grandniece’s family, with extensive documentation
8009. George Washington and Martha Washington Hair Display. Extraordinarily unique, well-documented shadowbox display featuring locks of hair from both George Washington and Martha Washington, presented in an ornate circular floral frame, measuring 20˝ in diameter and 4.5˝ deep. The copious lock of George Washington’s grayish tan hair is tied together with a fine white thread and displayed within a locket-style bezel, while the ample strands of Martha Washington’s light gray hair are loosely held in a similarly ornate frame. Both are mounted on a blue navy felt base between a gilt American bald eagle, which has raised wings, a shield with 13 stars and 13 stripes, an olive branch in its right talon, and three arrows in its left. Appearing beneath each lock are separate engravings of George and Martha Washington. In fine condition. Accompanied by extensive provenance documentation, tracing the locks through the family of Anne Aylett Robinson, the grandniece of George Washington. Anne Aylett Robinson (1783–1804) was the daughter of Col. William Augustine Washington (1757–1810) and Jane (Jenny) Washington (1759–1791). Anne’s mother’s father was John Augustine Washington (1736–1787) whose brother was George Washington; Anne Aylett Robinson was therefore George Washington’s grandniece. She was the granddaughter of John Augustine Washington and Hannah Bushrod Washington (1738–1801). After Anne’s grandmother died, her husband William Robinson (1782–1857) and Hannah’s son, Supreme Court Justice Bushrod Washington (1785–1831) became co-executors of her grandmother’s estate. Starting Bid $10000
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Piece of ornate black lace belonging to Martha Washington—provenance: the Tobias Lear family
8010. Martha Washington’s Black Lace. Piece of ornate black lace belonging to Martha Washington, 15.5 x 3.25, possibly
mourning lace. Accompanied by a color copy of the decorative cover of the box in which the lace was kept, as well a second copy, with “Three ornaments from the mantle piece at Mount Vernon,” and later labeled in ballpoint, “Martha Washington’s lace.” Provenance: the Tobias Lear family, James D. Julia Auction, February 5, 2010. Lear, Washington’s trusted friend and personal secretary from 1784 until his death, took nieces of Martha Washington for both his second and third wives. Memorabilia related to Martha is very scarce and thus quite desirable. Starting Bid $300
8012. George Washington Germantown White House Fragment. Wooden fragment of the Germantown White House
in Pennsylvania which twice housed George Washington during his presidency, measuring 2.5˝ x 1˝ x 1˝, with an old annotated slip nailed to the side: “Piece of the ballustrade [sic] from the house that Gen. Washington lived in while Pres.” In very good to fine condition, with a small tear to the slip. Consignor notes that this was purchased at the estate sale of H. Lee Munson, a famous gun collector and author. Munson’s family goes back to America’s early days and one of his ancestors went around the country in the early 1800s collecting bits from historic structures and labeling them like this piece. Starting Bid $200
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A 1778 letter to General Washington: “A plan might be formed for the mutual advantage of the British and American Armies”
8013. George Washington Prisoner Exchange Letter. Contemporary copy of a letter to General George Washington,
likely in the hand of British Commander-in-Chief Sir Henry Clinton’s aide William Collier, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, December 8, 1778. A letter proposing a secret plan to meet and negotiate a prisoner exchange, proposing that “a plan might be formed for the mutual advantage of the British and American Armies, and it might be done so that neither you, Sir, or the American Congress on the one part, or Sir Henry Clinton on the other, need be committed in any manner on the subject.” The letter is marked, “His Excellency General Washington,” in the lower left of the first page. In fine condition, with a strip of mounting tape along the edge of the last page, and writing showing through from opposing sides.Starting Bid $300
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Important letter by John Adams, defending the Loyalist brother of John Jay after the Revolution: “He has invariably maintained the character of a zealous American”
8015. John Adams Autograph Letter Signed. Significant ALS, one page both sides, 7.25 x 8.75, February 2, 1784. Letter written from The Hague while serving as first US Minister to the Netherlands, to Governor George Clinton of New York, in defense of James Jay, the brother of John Jay. In part: “I am writing I beg leave to mention to your Excellency, a Report, which has given me some concern, viz that Sir James Jay was so much suspected in the state of New York, as to have occasioned the confiscation of his Land there. I sincerely hope, the Report is not true and I interest myself in it, the more, because I am under obligation to him for his masterly skill and faithful attendance, as a Physician, in a dangerous sickness, I had last Fall at Paris & Auteuil. No Feelings, however, of my own, of personal gratitude ought to influence me, to write a word in his favour if I thought him unfaithful to the Publick, but from all the knowledge I have had of him, and from all his conversation with the People in France and in Holland he has invariably maintained the character of a zealous American. It is true, there is not a perfect understanding between him and his Brother, who is one of the best of Men as well as one of the best of Americans. The grounds of this coolness I never understood from either side: but I am persuaded nevertheless that his Brother thinks him an honest American.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
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Gorgeously signed land grant by President Adams, awarding sixteen hundred acres for Revolutionary War service “in the Virginia Line”
8016.John Adams Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.25 x 15, May 3, 1800. President Adams, “in consideration of military service performed by Christopher Tompkins (a Subaltern for three years) to the United States, in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment,” grants a plot of land “containing One thousand six hundred sixty six and two thirds acres situate between the Little Miami and Sciota Rivers, north-west of the River Ohio.” Boldly and beautifully signed at the conclusion by President John Adams, and neatly countersigned by Secretary of State Timothy Pickering. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition, with some trivial loss along the intersecting folds. Accompanied by an engraved portrait bearing a facsimile signature. Starting Bid $500
“Received of George Washington Adams– Agent for John Quincy Adams”
8017. John Adams Document Signed. Rare manuscript DS, signed “J. Adams,” one page, 7.5 x 3, January 22, 1825.
Receipt of a pay order issued by presidential nominee John Quincy Adams to his father, in full: “Received of George Washington Adams–Agent for John Quincy Adams two hundred and fifty dollars for the quarter ending on the 1st instant.” Signed boldly at the conclusion by John Adams. The document has been professionally inlaid into an 8.5 x 10.5 sheet. In fine condition. Items signed by Adams bearing an association between himself and his eldest son remain exceedingly scarce, with this example dating to just 18 days before John Quincy was elected as the sixth president of the United States. A great opportunity to own a unique piece of Adams presidential history, one which solemnly represents the care and devotion shown by a son towards his aging father. Starting Bid $300
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Adams on his son’s chances of attaining the White House: “As to the termination of the Presidential Election, as famous as we New England people are for guessing, I confess myself utterly incapable of guessing how it will end”
8018. John Adams Letter Signed. Letter from John
Adams, penned and signed in a secretarial hand, with the original address leaf containing his franking signature, “J. Adams,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, November 17, 1824. Written from Quincy, a letter from the 89-year-old Adams directed to publisher Horatio Gates Spafford, in part: “As to the termination of the Presidential Election, as famous as we New England people are for guessing, I confess myself utterly incapable of guessing how it will end. I hope it will continue the prosperity of the Nation and indeed I see not how any President can change it. If my son has not done his duty to you in point of civility I shall feel sorry, but he is oppressed with many cares.” Reverse of second integral page bears an ownership notation: “This letter was franked by John Adams, late Pres. of the U. S., after he was blind.” In very good condition, with creasing, splitting along the hinge and one of the intersecting folds, and repaired seal-related paper loss to the integral address leaf. Starting Bid $500
8019. John Adams Signature. Attractive ink signature, “John Adams,” on an off-white 4 x .75 sheet. Matted and framed with an engraving to an overall size of 8.75 x 10.75. In fine condition, with scattered light toning. Starting Bid $300
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Exceptionally clean and crisp autograph letter from Thomas Jefferson as he prepares to depart from France in 1789 8020. Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Th: Jeffer-
son,” one page, 7.25 x 9.25, September 10, 1789. Letter to Nathaniel Cutting, a merchant who had been captured while commanding an American sailing vessel during the Revolutionary War; taken to England, he escaped and fled to France, where he remained for many years. Cutting helped to arrange Jefferson’s return trip to the United States upon the conclusion of his four years’ service as US minister to France, the subject of this letter.
In part: “Indeed I begin to be anxious now to know of a ship, because the time approaches at which I wish to get off, and because I learn there is no vessel at Bordeaux, and have no expectation of there being any at Nantes or Lorient...My baggage left this on Sunday last on board the Diligence d’eau for Havre...I took the liberty of addressing it to you. It consists of 38. boxes, hampers and bales.” In fine condition, with a few faint circular stains, and light show-through at the top of the left edge from an old mounting remnant on the back. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Jefferson featuring a facsimile signature. In 1784, Jefferson was sent by the Congress of the Confederation to join Benjamin Franklin and John Adams in Paris to negotiate treaties of amity and commerce with the European powers. Less than a year later, he was assigned as Franklin’s successor as minister to France. During his five years in Paris, Jefferson played a leading role in shaping the foreign policy of the newly formed United States. Upon his return to the America, President George Washington appointed him as Secretary of State. Starting Bid $2500
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In regard to his flour mills, Jefferson writes to his brother’s business partner in 1817
8021. Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Th: Jeffers[on],” one page, 7.5 x 10, October 26, 1817. Letter to Patrick Gibson, his brother’s business partner, in part: “Mr. Colclaser one of my mill Servants informs me he has sent forty odd barrels of flour, to be delivered to your order, and that he shall make it up 50 (a quarter’s rent) and if the river does not admit my sending 50 barrels more from the mill within a few days, I must get an order for that quantity on his stock in Richmond in exchange for so much of mine now in the mill...I now make in favor of Mr Southal, draughts for my taxes here & in Bedford, and some further draughts I must make the 1st week of next month. The residue of my flour will not go down until December, unless any further occasions should arise of drawing on you.” Also docketed on the reverse in Jefferson’s hand, “Gibson Patrick Oct. 26. 17.” In very good to fine condition, with professional repairs and reinforcements, including restoration to seal-related paper loss to the right edge, and the related addition of the final two letters of the signature. Starting Bid $1000
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Beautifully signed broadside by Secretary of State Jefferson, providing relief for flooded Maryland salt merchants
8022. Thomas Jefferson Document Signed. Printed broadside document, signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 8.5 x 12.5, August 4, 1790. Broadside publishing an act passed by the Congress of the United States during its Second Session, in part: “An Act for the Relief of John Stewart and John Davidson. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives…That so much of the duties accruing on eighteen hundred bushels of salt imported in the ship Mercury, into the port of Annapolis, in the state of Maryland, sometime in the month of April last, on account of Messieurs John Stewart and John Davidson, as relates to thirteen hundred and twenty-five bushels thereof, which were casually destroyed by a flood on the night of the same day on which the said salt was landed and stored, shall be, and the same are hereby remitted.” Beautifully and prominently signed at the conclusion by Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson. Archivally double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait (bearing a facsimile signature) to an overall size of 26.75 x 20.75. In fine condition, with a few faint satins to the upper right blank area, and a tear to the lower right edge. The case of Stewart and Davidson represented the second-ever petition for federal disaster relief; Congress’s approval of the requests, in both instances, established the legislative body’s role in backing up American industry in times of need. Starting Bid $1000
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President Jefferson seeks to broaden the reach of state militias
8023. Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed. Third-person ALS as president, signed within the text, “Th: Jef-
ferson,” one page, 8 x 5, January 31, 1807. Letter to Senator Thomas Worthington, in full: “Th: Jefferson presents his compliments to Colo. Worthington, & incloses a draught of a section, which he proposed to Genl. Smith to add by way of amendment to the Volunteer bill. Knowing Colo. Worthington to be friendly to this important measure, he has taken this liberty, as he had with Genl Smith that of delivering him the original.” In very good to fine condition, with somewhat irregular toning, and complete silking on the reverse. Starting Bid $500
President Jefferson to his Philadelphia bookseller 8024. Thomas Jefferson Hand-addressed and Free Franked Address Panel. Hand-addressed and free franked
address panel, 4.75 x 3.25, addressed in Jefferson’s hand to “Mr. Matthew Carey, Philadelphia,” and franked in the upper left, “free, Th: Jefferson.” Postmarked at Charlotte, VA, November 2, [no year]. In fine condition, with faint show-through along the bottom edge from a notation on the reverse. Mathew Carey was an Irish-born American publisher and economist who lived and worked in Philadelphia, and is best remembered for his important magazine The American Museum, which counted the likes of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, James Madison, and Thomas Jefferson among its subscribers. Carey was an ardent supporter of a strong American Navy, and he corresponded frequently with John Adams and other statesmen on the topic; his correspondence with Jefferson generally related to the purchase and sale of books. Starting Bid $300
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President Jefferson pays for a “pair of horse nettings in good order”
8025. Thomas Jefferson Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, presumably as president, signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page,
7.75 x 3, no date but circa July 28, 1801. In full: “Th: Jefferson presents his salutations to Mr. Peyton. He has received the pair of horse nettings in good order, and being now making his last arrangements for departure incloses him 10 Dollars the price mentioned. Health & respect.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 26. In very good to fine condition, with old tape to the left edge, scattered staining, minor loss to the right edge slightly affecting two words of text, and splitting to the intersecting folds. Jefferson’s memorandum books from 1801 record a payment of $10 to a Francis Peyton for horse nettings on July 28, 1801, four months into his presidential term; on July 30, 1801, Francis Peyton wrote to Jefferson, returning ‘half the money sent me for the horse nettings as I shall then have retained the full value of them in their present situation.’ Francis Peyton (ca. 1764–1836) was a prominent Alexandria merchant and a nephew of state senator Francis Peyton of Loudoun County, Virginia. Starting Bid $500
8026. James Madison Signed Check. Office of Pay and Deposit of the Bank of Columbia ‘private account’ check, 7.25
x 2.5, filled out and signed by Madison as president, “James Madison,” payable “to Jno. Peltz or bearer” for $22.50, March 29, 1813. In fine condition, with a small mounting remnant on the back of the left edge. Madison remains decidedly scarce in signed checks, presidential or otherwise. Starting Bid $200
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Important Madison-Monroe appointment for peace commissioners following the Second Barbary War 8027. James Madison and James Monroe. Manuscript
DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 10.25 x 16.25, August 4, 1816. Appointment for William Shaler and Isaac Chauncey to participate in peace negotiations with the Dey of Algiers in the aftermath of the Second Barbary War, naming them “Commissioners of the United States of America, with authority to meet a Commissioner or Commissioners having like authority from the Dey and Regency of Algiers, and with him or them to negotiate and conclude a settlements of the subsisting differences.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Madison and countersigned by Secretary of State Monroe. The embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In fine condition, with professional repairs and reinforcements to small areas of paper loss and intersecting folds. William Shaler and Stephen Decatur had negotiated an end to the Second Barbary War in a peace treaty signed on June 30, 1815. However, Dey Omar Agha of Algeria repudiated the agreement, refused to accept the terms of peace that had been ratified by the Congress of Vienna, and threatened the lives of all Christian inhabitants of Algiers. By this appointment, Shaler and Isaac Chauncey were named as commissioners to settle the dispute. Starting Bid $1000
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8028. James Madison and James Monroe Signed Document. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “James Madi-
son” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 15.5 x 9.25, October 7, 1811. President Madison confirms that Antoine Lasselle, junior, is to obtain “by virtue of an act of Congress, entitled ‘An act regulating the grants of land in the territory of Michigan,’ in his claim to a certain tract of land, containing six hundred and twenty six, 60/100 acres.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and Monroe. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, and a couple of extra vertical folds near the center. Starting Bid $200
8029. James Monroe Document Signed. Attractive
partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.75 x 17.5, March 28, 1820. President Monroe appoints Zachariah W. Nixon as a “Lieutenant in the Navy in the Service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Monroe, and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Smith Thompson. The beige Navy Department seal remains affixed to lower vignette. In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, and light toning and foxing. Starting Bid $200
8031. John Quincy Adams Signed Book. Signed book: Oration on the Life and Character of Gilbert Motier de Lafayette. Delivered at the Request of Both Houses of the Congress of the United States, Before Them, in the House of Representatives at Washington On the 31st December, 1934. By John Quincy Adams, a Member of the House. Washington, D.C.: Gales and Seaton, 1835. No covers, 5.5 x 8.25, 94 pages. Signed at the top of the title page in bold ink by John Quincy Adams. Autographic condition: very good, with scattered staining and foxing to the signed page. Book condition: G/None, with boards missing, and moderate foxing and staining to textblock. Starting Bid $200
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8032. John Quincy Adams Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 15.25 x 9.25, May 15, 1827. President Adams grants Richard Parish a parcel of land “offered for sale at Tallahassee in the Territory of Florida, containing eighty acres.” Signed at the conclusion by Adams and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left corner remains mostly intact. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, overall rippling, and a small repair to one of the heavy vertical folds. Starting Bid $200
Check signed by President Jackson in 1835
8035. Andrew Jackson Signed Check. Bank of the Metropolis check, 5.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed by Jackson as
president, “Andrew Jackson,” payable to Richard Smith for $507.20, August 21, 1835. In fine condition, with two small mounting remnants on the back. In 1835, Jackson achieved two presidential firsts: he became the only president to completely pay off the national debt, and he survived the first assassination attempt on a sitting president. Jackson remains decidedly scarce in signed checks, presidential or otherwise. Starting Bid $200
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8036. Andrew Jackson Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 13.75 x 17.75, March 5, 1835. President Jackson appoints Edmund Schriver as a “Second Lieutenant in the Second Regiment of Artillery in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Jackson, and countersigned by Secretary of War Lewis Cass. The white War Office seal remains affixed to upper left. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light toning. Starting Bid $200
8037. Martin Van Buren Document Signed. Partly-
printed vellum DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 13.75 x 16.75, July 25, 1840. President Van Buren appoints Isaac I. Stevens as “First Lieutenant in the Corps of Engineers in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Van Buren, and countersigned by Secretary of War Joel R. Poinsett. The white War Office seal remains affixed to upper left. In fine condition. Stevens served as the first governor of Washington Territory and then later as the territory’s delegate to Congress in 1857 and 1858; he was killed as a brigadier general at the Battle of Chantilly on September 1, 1862. Starting Bid $200
Early land document signed by “W. H. Harrison, Clerk” 8038. William Henry Harrison Document Signed. Very desirable partly-printed DS, signed
“W. H. Harrison, Clerk,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 12.75, June 16, 1836. A document certifying a land transaction between Zenos Bronson and David Bolles, with the former agreeing to sell a “tract or lot of land, containing two hundred two and a half acres; situate, lying and being in the Tenth District, Wilkinson County and State of Georgia” for the sum of $100. Signed boldly on the third page as clerk by Harrison. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and light semicircular areas of toning. Starting Bid $200
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Three important documents in which New York’s electors certify their votes for the Harrison-Tyler ticket in 1840
8039. William Henry Harrison and John Tyler New York Electoral College Certification Documents. Three
important electoral college documents certifying the votes of New York’s electors for the William Henry Harrison–John Tyler ticket in the 1840 presidential election, all dated December 2, 1840. First is a 22.25 x 17.25 document signed by New York state’s 42 electors—including Pierre Van Cortlandt Jr., Peter Buell Porter, John L. Lawrence, Elisha Jenkins, and Gideon Lee—in part: “We the Subscribers, Electors appointed by the State of New York, in the manner directed by the Legislature thereof…formed a College of Electors and voted by ballot for President and Vice President of the United States…And we further Certify that the following is a correct list of all persons so voted for by us as President, and of the number of votes for each, wiz: For William Henry Harrison, of the State of Ohio, Forty-Two votes were given which were all the votes given by said Electors for President.” Includes a similar document certifying the vote for Tyler as vice president, and one signed by William Seward as governor of New York to certify the list of electors as accurate. Provenance: The Forbes Collection. Starting Bid $200
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Rare land grant from the 31-day presidency of William Henry Harrison
8040. William Henry Harrison Document. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “W. H. Harrison by N. P. Cousin Jr. Sec’y,” one page, 16.25 x 10, March 25, 1841. Land grant to Henry Stiles of Hampshire County, Massachusetts, for an eighty-acre plot of land in “Milwaukee, Wisconsin Territory.” Signed at the conclusion by Harrison’s secretary, and countersigned by Recorder of the General Land Office J. Williamson. The paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition, with trivial areas of loss along the intersecting folds. Though signed by a secretary on the president’s behalf, any document from Harrison’s 31-day presidency is rare. Starting Bid $200
8041. John Tyler Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum
DS as president, one page, 13.75 x 17, August 20, 1841. President Tyler appoints Edward O. C. Ord as “First Lieutenant in the Third Regiment of Artillery in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Tyler and countersigned by Secretary of War John Bell. The white War Department seal affixed to the upper left remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, creasing to the top, and a stain to the lower left corner. An engineer and career US Army officer, Ord saw action in the Seminole War, the Indian Wars, and the Civil War; as commander of the Army of the James during the Appomattox Campaign, he was instrumental in forcing the surrender of Confederate General Robert E. Lee. Starting Bid $200
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Tyler to the commander of the Gosport Navy Yard 8042. John Tyler Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “J. Tyler,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, no date. Letter to Captain William C. Bolton of the “U.S. Ship Pennsylvania,” in part: “Jarvis one of your crew represents that he was drawn...from his boat from a desire to visit some of his old shipmates... and was most unexpectedly absent when you returned to Norfolk. He seems to be sincerely repentant and has begged a line from me in his behalf.” In very good to fine condition, with light irregular toning, and some staining and seal-related paper loss to the integral address leaf. Starting Bid $200
8043. John Tyler Autograph Endorsement Signed. AAu-
tograph endorsement as president, signed “J. Tyler,” on the reverse of a letter written to him by William Collins, one page, 8 x 10, December 29, 1842. Tyler writes, in full: “If this could be done it would be a public benefit and no public loss.” The letter by Collins to Tyler, written from Portsmouth, Virginia on behalf of the Virginia Literary, Scientific and Military Academy, requesting a “few light, short muskets or carbines...Could not the arms be obtained from the War Department, should you direct it.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
8044. John Tyler Document Signed. Manuscript DS as
president, signed “J. Tyler,” one page, 7.75 x 5.75, August 23, 1843. President John Tyler appoints an acting fourth auditor, in full: “I hereby authorize Thomas H. Gillip to act as Fourth Auditor of the Treasury for the period of four weeks from the present date, in case the Auditor should be so long absent from the Seat of Government.” Signed neatly at the conclusion by Tyler. The document is affixed to a same-size sheet. In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, and creasing to the corners and left edge. Starting Bid $200
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8045. John Tyler Free Frank. Hand-addressed
and free franked mailing envelope, 5 x 3, postmarked at Norfolk, VA, in 1859, addressed by Tyler to “L. J. Cist Esq’r, St. Louis, Missouri,” and franked in the upper right, “J. Tyler.” Reverse flap retains original red wax seal. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, and a stain to the lower left blank area. Starting Bid $200
8046. James K. Polk Document Signed. Partly-printed
vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 18, February 3, 1848. President Polk appoints Romeyn B. Ayres as “Second Lieutenant in the Third Regiment of Artillery in the service of the United States.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Polk and countersigned by Secretary of War William L. Marcy. The crisp white War Department seal affixed to the upper left remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with light staining, and three punch holes to the left edge. Ayres would go on to serve as a general in the Union Army during the Civil War, commanding troops at the Battle of Gettysburg. Starting Bid $200 26 |
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DS, one page, 11.25 x 15.5, July 1, 1841. As the Governor of Tennessee, Polk issues to John W. Johnston “a certain tract or parcel of Land, containing Forty acres, lying in the county of Bradley.” Signed boldly at the conclusion by James K. Polk. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, small areas of paper loss, and staining affecting appearance. Starting Bid $200
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8048. James K. Polk and James Buchanan Document Signed. Partly-printed DS signed “James K. Polk” as president and “James Buchanan” as secretary of state, one page, 16 x 12, January 8, 1846. President Polk appoints Nicolas B. Vanzandt as a “Justice of the Peace, in the county of Washington, in the District of Columbia.” Signed at the conclusion by Polk and Buchanan. The white paper seal remains affixed to lower left corner. In very good condition, with toning, staining, and splits along the intersecting folds, one of which passes through Buchanan’s signature. Starting Bid $200
Taylor thanks the Sons of Temperance in their mission “to elevate the character of the rising generation & secure the prosperity of our beloved country” 8049. Zachary Taylor Letter Signed. Rare LS as president
signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 7.5 x 10, July 12, 1849. Letter to S. C. Sprague at the Sons of Temperance, “Taylor Division No. 127.” In part: “I have received your communication…and must thank the members of the Division of the Sons of Temperance for the compliment they have paid me in its designation. The cause that their organization seeks to promote, meets with my warm approval. Judiciously prosecuted, it will contribute greatly, as it has heretofore done, to elevate the character of the rising generation & secure the prosperity of our beloved country.” Matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 11.5 x 18. Reverse bears a Goodspeed’s Book Shop label. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light uniform overall toning. Starting Bid $500
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Rare naval commission from Taylor, signed only 12 days after entering office
8050. Zachary Taylor Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 15.25 x 17.75, March 16, 1849. President Taylor appoints Theodorus Bailey as a “Commander in the Navy, from the 6th day of March 1849, in the service of the United States.” Signed boldly at the conclusion by Zachary Taylor, and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy William B. Preston. The white Navy Department remains affixed to lower vignette. In fine condition, with light creasing to the right edge. Given his short 16-month tenure in the White House, presidential autographs by Taylor are especially scarce, with this early example signed only 12 days after entering office. Starting Bid $500
8051. Zachary Taylor Document Signed. Manuscript DS,
signed “Z. Taylor, Bt. Br. Genl., U.S. Army,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, February 18, 1846. Official advocacy letter to President James K. Polk, issued by “the Citizens and Merchants of Corpus Christi, in the State of Texas,” which states: “We…beg leave respectfully to recommend Captain Chas. Shipman as a Gentleman well qualified to fill the office for which he has Petitioned.” Signed at the conclusion by Taylor and countersigned by six others. In fine condition, with an old mounting strip on the back of the left edge, and light show-through from small stains on the back of the right edge. Starting Bid $200
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Taylor writes from the construction site of the Jackson Military Road 8052. Zachary Taylor Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Z.
Taylor, Lt. Col., 8th R.U.S. Infy, Comdg,” three pages, 7.75 x 9.75, November 30, 1820. Lengthy letter to Inspector General Daniel Parker, regarding the recruitment of troops for a military road, in part: “I must also sake the liberty oppressing my surprise that officers employed in the most fatiguing & laborious duties such as superintending the opening of Military Roads, erecting barracks, etc., with the exception of those of the Engineer & Ordnance Corps, are not placed on an equality with the rank & file of the Army...the fatigues & privations of which will not bear a comparison with those attending the opening of roads through a Wilderness country.” In fine condition, with overall archival lamination, and some minor edge loss. Starting Bid $200
President Fillmore appeals to Secretary of State Daniel Webster 8053. Millard Fillmore Autograph Letter Signed. ALS as president, one page, 8 x 9.75, September 11, 1851. Letter to Daniel Webster, in part: “I enclose the application of Julius C. Kretschmar for the appointment of consul at Palermo. You will recollect that this gentleman was recently recalled from Nassau. He says there are no papers on file against him. I am sure there was some complaint but I do not recollect the particulars. I believe you examined it more than I did. But he has been here, and gentlemanly in his appearance, and in delicate health…My sympathies are excited for him.” Impressively clothmatted and framed with two engravings to an overall size of 32 x 20.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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8054. Millard Fillmore Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 14.75 x 19, March 12, 1851. President Fillmore confers Brevet Captain Lewis G. Arnold with “the rank of Major by Brevet.” Signed at the conclusion by President Fillmore, and countersigned by Secretary of War Charles M. Conrad. The beige War Office seal is pinned to upper left. In very good to fine condition, with areas of light staining, and Fillmore’s signature a shade light. Starting Bid $200
8056. Millard Fillmore Document Signed. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 14.5 x 12.25, November 12, 1850. President Fillmore officially recognizes Edward Smith Sayres as “Vice Consul of Portugal for Pennsylvania, Delaware, and West Jersey, to reside at Philadelphia.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Fillmore and countersigned by Acting Secretary of State William S. Derrick. The paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, overall creasing, and an old repair to the back of the upper right corner. Starting Bid $200
President Fillmore awards the future Maj. Gen. Christopher C. Augur with his first commission 8055. Millard Fillmore Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 14.25 x 17.75, February 5, 1853. President Fillmore appoints Christopher C. Augur as “Captain in the Fourth Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Fillmore and countersigned by Secretary of War Charles M. Conrad. The crisp white paper War Office seal affixed to the upper left remains fully intact.In fine condition. Augur’s West Point classmate Ulysses S. Grant had joined Augur in Mexico as a lieutenant in the 4th Infantry, both serving under Zachary Taylor. During the Civil War, Augur would rise to the rank of major general, commanding the Army of the Gulf during the siege of Port Hudson. He was one of the Army officers present at the Peterson House when President Lincoln succumbed to his wounds, and was instrumental in mobilizing troops to pursue and capture John Wilkes Booth and his co-conspirators. Starting Bid $200
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8058. Millard Fillmore Signed Book. Signed book from the Fillmore family’s personal library: Charles Chesterfield; or, the Adventures of a Youth of Genius by Mrs. Trollope. Paris: A. and W. Galignani and Co., 1842. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5. Signed on the front pastedown in ink by Fillmore on behalf of his wife, “Mrs. M. Fillmore, Sept. 18, 1858,” and marked with the shelf location on the title page, “D-4.” Autographic condition: fine, with toning to the corners of the signed page. Book condition: G+/None, with the front board detached, rear board almost detached, edgewear and rubbing to boards, and some foxing to textblock. Starting Bid $200
8059. Millard Fillmore Personally-Owned Books. Two unsigned books from Fillmore’s library, both marked by him
with their location on his library shelf, “D-3”: A Pastor’s Sketches: or, Conversations with Anxious Inquirers Respecting the Way of Salvation by Ichabod S. Spencer, D.D., stated “Thirteenth Thousand,” hardcover bound in brown cloth, 4.75 x 7.25, 414 pages, New York: M. W. Dodd, 1854; and A Pastor’s Sketches: or, Conversations with Anxious Inquirers Respecting the Way of Salvation by Ichabod S. Spencer, D.D., second series, stated “Fifth Thousand,” hardcover bound in brown cloth, 4.75 x 7.75, 430 pages, New York: M. W. Dodd, 1854. Book conditions: VG-/None, with bumped corners, rubbing to boards, and edgewear; a tape-repaired spine to one volume; and Fillmore’s name written in an unknown hand on both pastedowns. In the preface of the first volume, Pastor Spencer notes that the stories in the volume are ‘taken from real life. They are facts, not fancies.’ In the preface to the second, he notes that the ‘following Sketches have no necessary connection with those formerly published, and contained in another volume. Each volume is complete by itself, though the two are fit companions for each other.’ Starting Bid $200
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“The Republican House and Republican Senate have seemed to me to be as weak and blind & destitute... Even if there be no purpose to bring on civil war, will not halting, blundering, arrogant imbecility stumble on it?”— Pierce writes of the Fort Sumter
8060. Franklin Pierce Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.5, March 27, 1861.
Letter to his former private White House secretary Sidney Webster, referencing the Frot Sumter supply crisis. In small part: “Pray can you tell me in what condition Dr. Fox or Mr. Lamon found the supplies in Ft. Sumpter [sic]? If there were two dozens of candles instead of one and four barrels of beef instead of two I do not think the fortress will be evacuated just at present. The question seems to turn solely upon supplies & upon the ability to hold the place...The Republican House and Republican Senate have seemed to me to be as weak and blind & destitute of any well defined purpose as the Republican Executive. That we of the North are to be humiliated in this unequal match of statesmanship, is to me clear enough. The folly of the new tariff considering the condition of the country & the circumstances of its enactment is amazing, but it does not stand alone, it is a part of the whole...Even if there be no purpose to bring on civil war, will not halting, blundering, arrogant imbecility stumble on it?...Fort Pickins [sic] as well as Ft. Sumpter must be evacuated.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
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An exceptional, lengthy letter to his former White House secretary, mentioning Nathaniel Hawthorne and Jefferson Davis 8061. Franklin Pierce Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, twelve pages on
three sets of adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, June 25, 1858. Letter to Sidney Webster, his former private White House secretary, written from Lisbon, Portugal. Pierce discusses his past and future travels throughout Europe, and makes reference to several notable figures of the day, including writer Nathaniel Hawthorne, Jefferson Davis, columnist John L. O’Sullivan, and naval officer Charles Stewart McCauley. In small part: “I am not surprised at the excitement in & out of Congress provided by the conduct of British cruisers in the waters of Cuba. If the instructions to the home squadron are like those with which Commodore MacCauley proceeded to the Gulf during my administration, when one or two similar acts had been done by Spanish men of war, the searches will speedily cease. The British Govt. will disavow the acts and that will be the end of it. Is it not amusing to see how determined the opposition had been to out-brag the Democrats in this?” In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
“Will rampant abolitionism burst out again as in 1854 and assert boldly its principle and its object?” 8062. Franklin Pierce Autograph Letter Signed. Partial ALS, six pages, 5 x 8, no date [mid-to-late 1859]. Written from Europe, a letter to his former private White House secretary Sidney Webster, in part: “Will rampant abolitionism burst out again as in 1854 and assert boldly its principle and its object, or will it take up the key note sounded by Mr. S. and follow the canting: halt conciliatory hypocritical tone of his speech? This debate will exert a powerful influence upon the public mind and also upon the two conventions...The very suggestion that my name may by possibility come before the convention, becomes daily only more and more repugnant to my feelings and wishes.” Pierce adds a postscript. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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President Pierce seeks respite on Cape Island and declines “all demonstrating calculated to interrupt the quiet which I have sought” 8063. Franklin Pierce Autograph Letter Signed. ALS
as president, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.5 x 8, July 2, 1855. Written while on vacation in Cape Island, New Jersey, a letter to his private White House secretary Sidney Webster, in full: “I think it desirable that the cabinet should attend the celebration & hope they will not fail to do so—The best disposition is shown by the City authorities & every body else to make our visit here agreeable. The Mayor & City Council called in a body tonight and a larger committee of the citizens of the county are to wait on me tomorrow—I of course thank them but decline all demonstrating calculated to interrupt the quiet which I have sought.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Sought-after naval commission for the storied commander of the CSS Shenandoah 8064. Franklin Pierce Document Signed. Desirable partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15 x 18, July 24, 1856. President Pierce appoints James I. Waddell as a “Lieutenant in the Navy…in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Franklin Pierce, and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy James C. Dobbin. The orange Navy Department seal remains affixed to lower vignette. In very good to fine condition, with light staining passing through the signature; the bright orange seal is as vibrant as the day it was affixed. A delegate to the 1852 Democratic National Convention, Dobbins helped secure the nomination of dark horse candidate Franklin Pierce for the presidency. Pierce appointed Dobbin United States Secretary of the Navy as a reward for his work in the presidential campaign. James Iredell Waddell (1824–1886) was an officer in the United States Navy and later in the Confederate States Navy, who during the Civil War took command of the CSS Shenandoah, which he used to sail around the globe and launch raids against the U.S. Navy. It was not until August 1865 that he learned the war had ended. He eventually surrendered his vessel to British authorities in Liverpool on November 6th, marking the last official surrender of the Civil War. Starting Bid $200
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Early U.S. passport signed by Buchanan as Secretary of State
8065. James Buchanan Document Signed.
Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.75 x 19.25, February 6, 1858. President Buchanan appoints James A. Hardie as “Captain in the Third Regiment of Artillery in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Buchanan, and countersigned by Secretary of War John B. Floyd. The light blue War Office seal remains affixed to lower left. In very good to fine condition, with small areas of vellum loss along intersecting folds reinforced with archival tape on the reverse. Starting Bid $200
8067. James Buchanan Document Signed. Partly-printed DS, one page, 11 x 17, no date but circa 1846. Official passport issued to Mary Wiley, providing instructions to “permit safely and freely to pass, Miss Mary Wiley, a Citizen of the United States.” Filled out along the left side with her physical description. Signed at the conclusion by James Buchanan as secretary of state. Reverse bears various international passport stamps and related notations. In very good to fine condition, with light creasing, a few small stains, and splits to the intersecting folds. Starting Bid $200
President Buchanan’s diplomatic relations with the “President of the Argentine Confederation” 8066. James Buchanan Document Signed. Partly-printed DS as president,
one page, 7.25 x 9, June 27, 1859. President Buchanan directs the Secretary of State to “affix the Seal of the United States to the Envelope of a letter addressed to His Excellency the President of the Argentine Confederation (recalling Mr. Benja. C. Yancey).” In very good to fine condition, with light toning along the folds, and a light stain to the bottom edge. Benjamin Cudworth Yancey, Jr., served as US minister to Argentina from 1858–1859; recalled prior to the Civil War, he would serve in the Confederate Army as a major in Cobb’s Legion. Starting Bid $200
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Extremely rare large albumen portrait of President Lincoln and his son Tad, signed at the White House in June 1864—one of only three known examples! 8068. Abraham Lincoln Signed Photograph. Original albumen 3.75˝ x 5.25˝ photograph of President Abraham Lincoln with his son Tad, taken by Mathew Brady on February 9, 1864, on its original 7.375˝ x 10˝ mount, beautifully signed on the mount in ink, “A. Lincoln.” Archivally mounted, cloth-matted, and framed behind UV-protective acrylic to an overall size of 15.75˝ x 18.25˝. In very good to fine condition, with museumquality conservation to an area far away from the image, and not affecting the bold signature; the repair is virtually indiscernible and leaves this photo in superb appearance. This intimate and poignant image of father and son is one of the most popular of President Abraham Lincoln. This rare, large-format signed copy of a timeless image is simply one of the finest Lincoln photographs in existence. This exceptionally large example, unlike the more common cartes-de-visite (2.5˝ x 4˝, one of which recently fetched over $90,000), is one of only three known specimens of this particular size and pose. Of the other two, one is in an institution, and the other sold for $325,000 in 2002 as part of the Forbes Collection. Inscription on the Verso (photographed prior to framing): “This autograph is genuine. It was procured by me at the White House in June 1864. F. W. Pitcher.” Historical Background On February 9, 1864, portrait painter Francis B. Carpenter arranged for President Lincoln to sit for a series of photographs at Matthew Brady’s Washington D.C. gallery. Carpenter, the President, and Lincoln’s youngest son Tad walked to Brady’s studio at 3 p.m. Since Brady’s eyesight was beginning to fail, he asked his superintendent, Anthony Berger, to photograph Lincoln. Berger took at least seven poses of the President, both alone and with ten-year-old Tad. The images taken that day have formed the basis for Lincoln’s image on the penny and both the old and new $5 bills. In this image, Lincoln holds “a big photograph album which the photographer, posing the father and son, had hit upon as a
good device to use in this way to bring the two sitters together.” Lincoln later feared that the public would view this pose as “a species of false pretense” because most viewers would assume the book was a large clasped Bible. When they learned that it was a photograph album, they might think Lincoln was “making believe read the Bible to Tad.” Just as Lincoln feared, after his death some versions were carefully retouched in order to make the album appear to be a large Bible. This image became the most popular of the President and his youngest son, and it was frequently reproduced in various sizes by Brady and copied by unauthorized photographers. In 1865, Berger copyrighted a version he produced in India ink that made at least two changes. He added background and changed the chair to make it appear that the setting was the White House, and he changed the volume to make it look like a Bible printed in double columns. Harper’s Weekly used Anthony’s revised image as the basis for its May 6, 1865 cover to memorialize the assassinated President. The image was also copied by many artists and lithographers, both authorized and unauthorized. In 1984, the United States Postal Service issued this image on a stamp with the ironic caption, “A Nation of Readers,” to promote literacy. Berger went on to photograph Lincoln again, this time at the White House, on April 26. Artist Francis B. Carpenter wanted photographs of Lincoln posed exactly where Lincoln had read the preliminary emancipation proclamation to his Cabinet—by the table in his office, so Berger took at least two photographs, one of Lincoln seated at the end of the table, and another of him standing. They are the only photographs of Lincoln in the White House. Berger also made photographs of Cabinet members in specific poses. Carpenter used these images for his monumental oil painting The First Reading of the Emancipation Proclamation of President Lincoln, which now hangs in the U.S. Capitol. Franklin W. Pitcher acquired this image at the White House in June 1864. Pitcher traveled extensively in his lumber business. On April 29, 1864, Pitcher and his first wife were staying at the Continental Hotel in Philadelphia, perhaps on their way to Washington. On November 5, 1864, he again stayed at the Continental Hotel. Starting Bid $10000
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Rarely offered at auction, a substantial lock of Lincoln’s hair from the collection of renowned Lincoln expert Frederick Meserve, certified by Charles Hamilton: “There is no doubt that this is the authentic hair of Abraham Lincoln”
8069. Abraham Lincoln Large Lock of Hair. Extraordinary, large lock of Abraham Lincoln’s hair from the collection of
noted Lincoln expert Frederick H. Meserve, and certified by renowned autograph dealer Charles Hamilton. The lock of brown hair, tied with a white ribbon, measures approximately 3.5˝ long and is handsomely displayed in a custom-made red cloth folding case with quarter red morocco slipcase, gilt-stamped on the spine: “Abraham Lincoln’s Hair, ca. 1860’s.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Charles Hamilton, in full: “I certify that I personally removed the accompanying strands of hair from a lock of hair in an old frame (made in 1908) by Judd Stewart from wood removed from the Lincoln home in Springfield. The hair bore on its frame authentication written by Frederick H. Meserve, the famous Lincoln expert, and was from his personal collection of Lincoln memorabilia. In my opinion, there is no doubt that this is the authentic hair of Abraham Lincoln.” Such large locks of Lincoln’s hair are rarely offered. Frederick H. Meserve (1865–1962) was a world-renowned collector of Lincoln and Civil War-era photography, remembered for compiling a catalog of known Lincoln images. Much of Meserve’s collection of Lincolniana is now held by Yale University’s Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Starting Bid $2500
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The beginning and end of Lincoln’s presidency—a one-of-a-kind Cincinnati hotel bill and a rare White House funeral pass
8070. Abraham Lincoln Hotel Bill and Funeral Ticket. Remarkable pairing of items, representing the absolute beginning and end of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency: a bill representing his stay in Cincinnati in September 1859, where he was beginning his presidential campaign; and an admission pass for Lincoln’s White House funeral.
The one-of-a-kind manuscript, being a reissued bill for outstanding charges from the Burnet House in Cincinnati, is one page, 5.25 x 8, circa June 1860, sent to the Ohio Republican Committee and charging to “A. Lincoln” a total of $53.50 for “Board,” “Cigars, Liquor & Lunch,” “Extra Meals,” and “Use of room #15” during his visit in September 1859. Lincoln went to Cincinnati to discuss his potential nomination with influential Ohio Republicans, and gave early campaign speeches to gain exposure for his presumed presidential bid. Part of the bill from his stay went unpaid, and the hotel invoiced Lincoln again in June 1860, after he received the Republican nomination. Confused by the charges—Lincoln neither smoked nor drank—he inquired about it to Cincinnati judge William M. Dickson, noting his suspicion. Dickson explained the charges had been made by members of the committee, and that he would take care of the bill. Corner-mounted, matted, and framed with a caption from Sandburg’s book to an overall size of 11.25 x 16.25. The rare pass to the White House funeral for the fallen President Abraham Lincoln is printed on a heavy white 5 x 3.25 card with black mourning border, and reads: “East. Admit the Bearer to the Executive Mansion, On Wednesday, the 19th of April, 1865.” Includes a contemporary envelope with “39th United States Congress” watermark, annotated: “Ticket of admission to Lincoln funeral.” Corner-mounted, matted, and framed together to an overall size of 8.5 x 13.5. In overall very good to fine condition, with overall creasing to the Burnet House bill. Starting Bid $1000 Additional items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 39
In his first month in office, President Lincoln names Terre Haute’s deputy postmaster
8071. Abraham Lincoln Document Signed. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 17.75 x 11.25, March 28, 1861. President Lincoln appoints Joseph O. Jones as “Deputy Postmaster at Terre Haute, in the State of Indiana.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward. The white paper seal affixed on the reverse remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, light soiling, and overall creasing. President Lincoln was inaugurated as president on March 4th, issuing this postmaster commission just a few weeks into his term. Starting Bid $1000
Amidst the Trent Affair in 1861, President Lincoln directs his Secretary of State to meet with a British Army lieutenant—an autograph once owned by self-improvement author Dale Carnegie 8072. Abraham Lincoln Autograph Note Signed. ANS as president, “A. Lincoln,” on
an off-white 3.25 x 2 card, December 16, 1861. Handwritten note to Secretary of State William Seward, in full: “Sec. of State, please see Lieut. Webb, of the British Army.” In fine condition, with toning from prior display, old mounting remnants on the back, and a barely visible collector’s embossed stamp “Robt Cole” at top left. This note is published in The Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln, Volume 5, noting that it was owned by famous self-improvement writer Dale Carnegie, who authored the biography ‘Lincoln the Unknown.’ Starting Bid $1000
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“A perfect laming wreck”— written just five days after delivering his immortal ‘House Divided’ speech, Lincoln pens a legal deposition in a case involving a steamship fire
8073. Abraham Lincoln Handwritten Legal Document. Unsigned legal document penned entirely in the hand of Abraham Lincoln, one page, 7.5 x 12, June 22, 1858. A summary of a deposition given by David H. Hill in a case involving the sinking of a steamship that had caught on fire. In part: “I was engaged on the Steam-ferry boat of the Libellants at St. Louis, or between St. Louis and the Illinois shore. Discovered the Ocean Spray on fire two or two over a half mile above the city. She floated down the stream a perfect laming wreck, drifting, by force of the wind…With considerable labor and some danger to the Ferry boat, and on our lives, pressed her into shore…and scuttled and sank her where she now lies.” Double-matted with the original manuscript filing record for the case (in another hand), bearing the notation “Lincoln & Herndon, Proctors for Libellants,” with a photo and explanatory sheet to an overall size of 26 x 16. In fine condition. An impressive manuscript containing over 175 words in Lincoln’s own hand that dates to both the dusk of his legal career and the dawn of his role within the nation’s political arena. Starting Bid $500
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Silver ladle from the presidency of Abraham Lincoln—one of the last artifacts owned by direct or collateral Lincoln descendants 8079. Mary Harlan Lincoln Sterling Silver Ladle from Lincoln Presidency. Daughter (1846–1937) of United States Senator James Harlan and the wife of Robert Todd Lincoln. Civil War-era sterling silver Gorham Medallion ladle deriving from the estate of Mary Harlan Lincoln, the wife of Robert Todd Lincoln, measuring 7˝ in length, with reverse of handle engraved with a Gothic “H” and the reverse of handle bearing a hallmark and patent date of 1864. In fine condition. Provenance: The Property of Robert Russell Crans, Jr.
This ladle descended to the consignor from Robert Todd Lincoln and his wife Mary Harlan Lincoln. Additional items, mainly furnishings, have recently been gifted by Robert Russell Crans Jr. to the Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield and to Hildene, Robert Todd Lincoln’s former residence in New Hampshire. To the best of our knowledge, this is very likely the last group of Lincoln artifacts owned by direct or collateral descendants. Provenance: Mary Todd Lincoln > Robert Todd Lincoln > Jesse Harlan Lincoln (18751948, m. Warren Beckwith) > Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith (1904-1985, m. Hazel H. Wilson in 1927) > by gift to Doris Holland Beckwith (stepdaughter of Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith, m. Russell Crans) > Robert Russell Crans, Jr (born 1962). Starting Bid $500
8080. Mary Todd Lincoln Folding Fan.
Attractive folding fan owned by Mary Todd Lincoln, which extends to 17 x 9.5, with bone or ivory monture embellished with golden floral designs, and the cloth leaf adorned with a floral lace cover and silver sequins. In very good to fine condition, with one stick partially broken near top and leaf beginning to separate from left guard. Provenance: The Property of Robert Russell Crans, Jr. This fan descended to the consignor from Robert Todd Lincoln and his children. Additional items, mainly furnishings, have recently been gifted by Robert Russell Crans Jr. to the Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield and to Hildene, Robert Todd Lincoln’s former residence in New Hampshire. To the best of our knowledge, this is very likely the last group of Lincoln artifacts owned by direct or collateral descendants.
Provenance: Mary Todd Lincoln > Robert Todd Lincoln > Jesse Harlan Lincoln (1875-1948, m. Warren Beckwith) > Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith (1904-1985, m. Hazel H. Wilson in 1927) > by gift to Doris Holland Beckwith (step-daughter of Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith, m. Russell Crans) > Robert Russell Crans, Jr (born 1962). Starting Bid $300
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As a gift for her son, Mary Todd commissions a painting by her favorite niece and portraitist 8081. Robert Todd Lincoln: Portrait Painting of Margaret Todd Kellogg. Original portrait painting of Margaret Todd Kellogg,
the half-sister of Mary Todd Lincoln, who commissioned her niece Katherine Helm to paint this portrait for her son, Robert Todd Lincoln. Accomplished in oil on canvas stretched over an oval frame measuring 25 x 30, with the reverse of canvas annotated: “Margaret Todd, Portrait of Mrs. Charles Kellogg, Copied by K. Helm from Missus Kellogg’s portrait for Robert Todd Lincoln.” Reverse of frame also annotated: “Portrait of Mrs. Kellogg, sister of Mary Todd Lincoln.” In very good to fine condition, with some scuffing, and two tears, to the canvas. Originates from the Property of Robert Russell Crans, Jr. This painting descended to the consignor from Robert Todd Lincoln and his children. Additional items, mainly furnishings, have recently been gifted by Robert Russell Crans Jr. to the Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield and to Hildene, Robert Todd Lincoln’s former residence in New Hampshire. To the best of our knowledge this is very likely the last group of Lincoln artifacts owned by direct or collateral descendants. Starting Bid $300
Scarce free frank addressed by Mary Todd Lincoln to Supreme Court Justice David Davis, her husband’s onetime campaign manager
8082. Mary Todd Lincoln Hand-Addressed Free Frank. Scarce hand-addressed and free-franked black-bordered mourning envelope panel, 5.25 x 2, addressed by Mary Todd Lincoln to the Supreme Court justice and friend of her husband, “Hon. David Davis, Washington, D.C., U.S. Supreme Court,” and franked in the upper right, “Mary Lincoln.” Postmarked at Chicago, Illinois, on February 25, [no year]. Gorgeously double-matted with an oval engraved portrait to an overall size of 15 x 10. In fine condition, with some light creasing, and a staple hole, to the left edge. A superb example of Mary Todd’s autograph, boasting an ideal association with a prominent figure in Abraham Lincoln’s career. Starting Bid $300
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Important electoral poll book recording Southern Indiana’s opposition to Lincoln in 1864 8083. Abraham Lincoln 1864 Presidential Election Poll Book. Important presidential poll book from the town of Corydon, Harrison County, Indiana, 16 pages, 8.5 x 14, November 8, 1864. The book reveals opposition against Lincoln in Southern Indiana, recording 344 votes for the George B. McLellan/George H. Pendleton ticket against 245 votes for the Abraham Lincoln/Andrew Johnson ticket. Inside, the document logs the names of 590 voters in Corydon. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Congressman Johnson appeals to the House’s Sergeant-at-Arms in a free-franked autograph letter
8085. Andrew Johnson Autograph Letter Signed with Free Frank. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 9.75, August 21, 1851. Written from Greeneville, Tennessee, a letter to A. J. Glossbrenner, the Sergeant-at-Arms of the United States House of Representatives, in part: “You will remember about the close of the last session of the last Congress I placed in your hands some documents and scraps for a certain purpose etc. Never hearing from you on them since, I have concluded that the whole affair has slipped your memory or they had been misplaced or something of the kind. Perhaps the proper conclusion should be that you accepted of them more out of respect to my feelings than any intention to make any use of them for the purpose intended by me, if so I respect the motive, but must ask the person if they are not lost or misplaced to have them returned to me by mail. It no doubt indicated vanity or weakness in me, probably both, to ask such a thing of any one or consent even for a thing of the kind to be done. Let this be as it may, it will not disturb the friendship that has heretofore existed between us on its continuance in the future. I have nothing of interest to communicate more than what you have seen in the news papers of the day.” In very good to fine condition, with a tear and paper loss to the second page. Starting Bid $200
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Rare and important manuscript: President Johnson orders the closure of federal offices to honor the fallen Abraham Lincoln
8086. Andrew Johnson Document Signed. Rare and important manuscript DS as president, signed “Andrew Johnson,”
one page, 7.75 x 10, Executive Office letterhead, May 31, 1865. President Johnson orders the closure of federal offices to honor the fallen Abraham Lincoln, in full: “Tomorrow the first of June being the day appointed for Special Humiliation and Prayer in consequence of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln late President of the United States, the Executive Office and the Various Departments will be closed during the day.” Two words—”National” (replaced with “Special”) and “Fasting”—are struck through in the body, denoting this as a draft of President Johnson’s order. In fine condition, with some light toning and soiling. On April 29, 1865, in the aftermath of President Lincoln’s assassination, President Andrew Johnson issued a proclamation declaring June 1st as a national day of mourning. Churches and municipalities across the nation observed the day with religious services and public gatherings, and the late president was eulogized by scores of orators. Assorted ephemera was issued to commemorate the day, including pamphlets, mourning ribbons, cards, and badges. In anticipation of the solemn occasion, President Johnson shut down federal offices to officially mourn the nation’s loss of a great American. Provenance: The Forbes Collection. Starting Bid $2500
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Extremely rare cabinet appointment by President Grant, naming Edwards Pierrepont as Attorney General 8088. U. S. Grant Document Signed.
Important partly-printed DS as president, one page, 22 x 18, April 26, 1875. President Grant appoints Edwards Pierrepont “to be Attorney General of the United States.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Grant and countersigned by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish. The white seal affixed to the lower left remains intact but discolored. In very good to fine condition, with an old tape stain to the lower right and clear tape on the back of the intersecting fold separations. Pierrepont famously prosecuted Lincoln assassination conspirator John H. Surratt, who was set free by a hung jury. Pierrepont became an outspoken supporter of Grant in his reelection campaign of 1872, and was rewarded by the president with this appointment as US Attorney General in 1875. In this position, Pierrepont reformed federal departments in the South, ruled on naturalization and fraud, and prosecuted the controversial ‘Whiskey Ring.’ To change his cabinet coalition in 1876, President Grant removed Pierrepont as attorney general and appointed him as minister to Great Britain. A scarce and significant cabinet appointment from a sitting US president. Starting Bid $300
Check signed by President Grant, forwarded to a collector by his eldest son
8089. U. S. Grant Signed Check. Citizens National Bank of Washington City check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by President U. S. Grant, payable to Dr. James Bushman for $90, April 4, 1876. The check is professionally inlaid into the second page of a custom-made 10.5 x 13.75 presentation folder, which also includes an engraving of Grant and an ALS from his son Frederick Dent Grant, dated December 21, 1895, which reads: “In compliance with the request contained in your letter of Dec. 7th, addressed to my mother, asking for an autograph of my father General U. S. Grant, I hasten to send the enclosed. Trusting that it is what you desire.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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8090. U. S. Grant Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, March 31, 1867. Letter to Benjamin F. Eggleston, “Member of Congress,” regarding his younger sister Virginia ‘Jennie’ Paine Grant Corbin, in full: “My sister is still here, but ready packed, and desirous to go West as soon as she can find company. She is ready to start this evening if Miss Randall and yourself are going. Will you be kind enough to inform me, by bearer, if you go this evening, and if it will be entirely convenient for you to have Jennie form a part of your company.” In very good condition, with staining to the bottom edge, and nearly complete separation to splitting along the horizontal folds and hinge. Starting Bid $200
8092. Rutherford B. Hayes Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, January 25, 1887. Letter to his friend Thomas Donaldson, forwarding a recollection of the ride of General Philip Sheridan during the Battle of Cedar Creek, in part: “I hate writing an old story. Above all I hate to copy. Writing a fresh article out of a not full brain is delightful. The other thing is cold coffee. So I send you just as it came the promised Sheridan’s ride. I would like a copy of it, if without too much trouble you can have a clerk or the boy do it for me.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and overall creasing. Starting Bid $200
8093. Rutherford B. Hayes Document Signed. Partly-
printed vellum DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 15.75 x 19.25, November 27, 1877. President Hayes appoints Daniel A. Frederick as “Additional Second Lieutenant in the Tenth Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of War George W. McCrary. Slight wear to the intact blue seal affixed to the upper left. In very good to fine condition, with scattered soiling and light staining, and a few holes along the top edge. Starting Bid $200
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Rare US Army commission signed by President Garfield, one day after Guiteau was banned from the White House
8096. James A. Garfield Document Signed. Rare partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.75 x 19.75, May 14, 1881. President Garfield commissions William B. Homer as “First Lieutenant in the Fifth Regiment of Artillery in the service of the United States.� Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Garfield and countersigned by Secretary of War Robert T. Lincoln. In very good to fine condition, with wrinkling to the top, and a faint stain to the left of the eagle vignette.Starting Bid $1000
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Rare presidential commission by James Garfield, boasting a crisp, clean signature
8097. James A. Garfield Document Signed. Rare partly-printed DS as president, one page, 17 x 14, May 16, 1881.
President Garfield appoints Edwin F. Tomlinson as “Postmaster at Plainville, in the County of Hartford, State of Connecticut.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Garfield and countersigned by Postmaster General Thomas L. James. The gold foil seal and red ribbon affixed to the lower left remain intact. In fine condition, with a few small stains. When President Garfield took office, the Post Office Department was the largest department in the federal government and highly prone to corruption. He made purging the Post Office of malfeasance a primary focus of his administration, leading to the dismissal and appointment of new postmasters around the United States. Because of Garfield’s brief tenure in the White House, his presidential documents are exceedingly scarce. This example is elevated by its fine appearance and prominently penned signature. Starting Bid $500
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8098. James A. Garfield Letter Signed. LS signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page, 5 x 8, Committee on Appropriations, House of Representatives letterhead, January 15, 1873. Letter to J. Allen Hubbs, in full: “In answer to your note of the 10th inst., I have to say that I have no copies of the Medical History of the War. They have not been published in numbers yet.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
8102. Chester A. Arthur Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.75, January 30, 1884. President Arthur commissions Robert H. Hall as “Major of the Twenty-second Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by President Arthur and countersigned by Secretary of War Robert Todd Lincoln. In very good to fine condition, with loss to the upper right edge, and a missing lower right corner which has been replaced with a similar-color piece of vellum. Starting Bid $200
Two months after leaving office, the Arthurs clear out the “White House stable” 8104. Chester A. Arthur, Jr. Autograph Letter Signed.
ALS signed “Chester A. Arthur, Jr.,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 9, May 1, 1885. President Arthur’s son writes to Col. William H. Crook from Princeton College, relating his father’s instructions to the White House for the disposition of his horses. In part: “I believe my father wishes to have his effects at the stables disposed of as follows. Mr. McMichael is to see about a car to transport the carriages, harness, etc., etc., to New York. The horses are to be left in the stable until the car has been procured & the traps etc. shipped…The white kersey lap robe which matches my driving coat I do not wish sold, but sent to my father at Lexington Avenue. It is now at the White House stable.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered staining, and writing showing through from opposing sides. Starting Bid $200 50 |
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8105. Grover Cleveland Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.5, February 4, 1886. President Cleveland appoints John Barrette as “Second Lieutenant in the Third Regiment of Artillery in the service of the United States.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Cleveland and countersigned by Secretary of War William C. Endicott. The blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with somewhat irregular toning. Barrette would rise to Chief of Coast Artillery during World War I; today, Fort Barrette in Oahu is named in his honor. Starting Bid $200
8106. Grover Cleveland Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 15.75 x 19.5, August 31, 1893. President Cleveland appoints Harry C. Egbert as “Lieutenant Colonel of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Cleveland, and countersigned by Secretary of War Daniel S. Lamont. The blue War Office seal remains affixed to lower left. In fine condition. Egbert served as a captain in the Civil War and then became a colonel of the 22nd infantry in Cuba during the Spanish-American War. He attained the rank of brigadier general and, directed to the Philippines, was killed on March 26, 1899. Starting Bid $200
8110. Benjamin Harrison Signed Book. Signed book: The
Seventieth Indiana. Extremely rare, little-known signed edition. Indianapolis: The Bowen-Merrill Company, 1900. Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.25, 372 pages. Signed on the frontispiece in ink, “Benj. Harrison.” Autographic condition: very good, with chipping to the edges of the signed page, as well as smudging/soiling in the signature area. Book condition: VG-/None, with staining to boards and textblock, cracked hinges, wear to corners, dings to edges, fraying to spine ends, and the gilt-stamped title off-center. The first edition, first printing of The Seventieth Indiana bears a printed facsimile signature on the frontispiece, while this special edition was left blank and authentically signed by Harrison; he only signed about a hundred of these volumes in the year before he died. The special signed edition is also differentiated by the gilt upper textblock edge. Starting Bid $200
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8111. Benjamin Harrison Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 15.5 x 19.25, January 7, 1890. President Harrison appoints Lyman W. V. Kennon as “First Lieutenant in the Sixth Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Harrison and countersigned by Secretary of War Redfield Proctor. The blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition. During the Spanish–American War, Kennon commanded Company ‘E’ of the 6th Infantry Regiment and was cited for bravery at San Juan Hill. Starting Bid $200
8114. William McKinley Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 15.75 x 19.75, December 26, 1899. President McKinley appoints David J. Rumbough as “Captain of Artillery in the service of the United States.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by President McKinley and countersigned by Secretary of War Elihu Root. The blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left is worn but intact. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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8115. William McKinley Document Signed. Partlyprinted DS as president, one page, 16 x 21, January 3, 1900. President McKinley appoints Lyman W. V. Kennon as “Colonel of the Thirty-fourth Regiment, United States Volunteers, in the service of the United States.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by President McKinley and countersigned by Secretary of War Elihu Root. The blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition, with loss to the upper right corner. During the Spanish–American War, Kennon commanded Company ‘E’ of the 6th Infantry Regiment and was cited for bravery at San Juan Hill. Starting Bid $200
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Extraordinary Roosevelt letter from the day of his oath of office
8116. Theodore Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. TLS as
president, one page, 5.75 x 9, Executive Mansion letterhead, Buffalo, NY, September 14, 1901. Letter to E. E. Garrison of Camp Pot Luck in Paul Smiths, New York, written from Buffalo on the day of his inauguration as president. In full: “I have your letter of the 7th and thank you for writing it. I am so pleased that the Colt’s matter is settled.” In very good condition, with light staining and creasing, and multiple horizontal folds. On September 6, 1901, President William McKinley was shot at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo. Roosevelt, who was vacationing in Vermont, rushed to visit McKinley in the hospital; when it appeared the president would recover, Roosevelt traveled to the Adirondacks to go hiking. Roosevelt learned of McKinley’s worsening condition while at Lake Tear of the Clouds, and immediately took a midnight stage coach ride to the Adirondack Railway station and boarded a train for Buffalo. President McKinley passed while Roosevelt was en route. Upon his arrival in Buffalo, Roosevelt paid his respects to the fallen McKinley and his widow, then was sworn in as the nation’s 26th president at the Ansley Wilcox House. Starting Bid $500
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Roosevelt’s appreciation for America’s Methodists: “I have felt that when I stood for the sturdy righteousness in which they believed, I was rendering the best possible service I could render to the country that is so dear to all of us” 8117. Theodore Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 7 x 8.25, White House letterhead, July 2, 1908. Letter to Rev. William Potts George, in part: “I hope that the Methodists of this country realize the strength and courage they have given to me thruout my term as President. I have tried my best so to conduct myself, and so to manage the great office, that they would feel that their confidence was not misplaced. I believe in them with all my heart; and I have felt that when I stood for the sturdy righteousness in which they believed, I was rendering the best possible service I could render to the country that is so dear to all of us.” Wonderfully matted and framed with a portrait and the original white House mailing envelope to an overall size of 21 x 21.75. In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the letter, apparently caused by related creasing to the envelope during mailing. Starting Bid $200
8119. Theodore Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, December 7, 1904. Letter to Hamilton Holt, editor of The Independent. In full: “I shall read the article with interest, and will carefully consider Mr. Davis’s name in connection with the delegates when it comes time to select them; but as you know there has been much hanging back among the great Continental powers about fixing the time.” The integral leaf is inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with slight staining to the lower right corner, and old mounting remnants along the back edges of the blank adjoining sheet. Starting Bid $200
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8120. Theodore Roosevelt and William H. Taft Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Theodore
Roosevelt” as president and “Wm. H. Taft” as secretary of war, one page, 15.75 x 19.75, December 22, 1906. President Roosevelt appoints Benjamin M. Purssell as “Major of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Beautifully signed at the conclusion by President Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of War William H. Taft. In fine to very fine condition, with an absolutely gorgeous, bold presidential signature of Roosevelt. Starting Bid $200
8125. William H. Taft Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 15.25 x 19.25, June 8, 1911. President Taft appoints Lewis Foerster as a “Captain of Cavalry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by William H. Taft, and countersigned by Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson. The blue War Office seal remains affixed to lower left corner. In fine condition, with some scattered wrinkling. Starting Bid $200
Taft weighs in on the “real strength of Coolidge” before the 1928 election: “Principles for him are real rules of action, and not mere planks of a party platform” 8122. William H. Taft Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” four pages, 8 x 10.5, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, July 10, 1927. Letter to Col. Isaac M. Ullman, in part: “As you say, it looks as if Coolidge was going to be renominated and re-elected. I hope this is true, although of course there is a good deal of uncertainty involved...The real strength of Coolidge is, it seems to me, that in the next campaign there will be so many differences that cross both parties and are likely to split them that men will take Coolidge because he does not distinctly represent and lead the factions created by such splits, and then he is conservative and willing to stand for certain principles that appeal to the whole public, and is able to show by what he has done in the past that such principles for him are real rules of action, and not mere planks of a party platform.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Taft expresses his disinterest for a Republican nomination in 1916 8123. William H. Taft Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” two
pages, 8 x 10.5, personal letterhead, April 2, 1915. Letter to Baltimore American publisher General Felix Angus, marked “Confidential,” which finds Taft respectfully declining a request for an interview to help position him for the Republican nomination. Taft frankly explains that he fears that the interview would be ill-received and viewed as a coercive act by his friends driving him towards the candidacy. In fine condition, with paperclip impressions to the top edge. Starting Bid $200
Heartfelt letter of condolences to the widow of Admiral George Dewey 8124. William H. Taft Autograph Letter Signed. ALS
signed “Wm. H. Taft,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 7.75, American Red Cross letterhead, [January 24, 1917]. Letter of condolences to Mildred McLean Dewey, the widow of Admiral George Dewey, in part: “For Mrs. Taft and me, I wish to say that our hearts go out to you in your deep sorrow. The nation mourns with you in the loss of one of its great heroes. I knew the Admiral well and count it a great good fortune in my career that I did and that I had the benefit of his valuable advice in the beginning [of] my Philippine career.” In fine condition, with some edge toning to the last page. Starting Bid $200
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8126. William H. Taft Document Signed. Partly-printed
vellum DS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 15.5 x 19, April 13, 1911. President Taft appoints Nathaniel J. K. Patch as a “Commodore in the Navy, on the Retired List…in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by William H. Taft, and countersigned by Acting Secretary of the Navy Beekman Winthrop. The blue Navy Department seal remains affixed to lower vignette. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
8127. William H. Taft Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft ,” one page, 15.75 x 19.75, April 26, 1912. President Taft appoints Lyman W. V. Kennon as “Colonel of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Taft and countersigned by Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson. The blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition. During the Spanish–American War, Kennon commanded Company ‘E’ of the 6th Infantry Regiment and was cited for bravery at San Juan Hill. Starting Bid $200
“To the Washington Heights Wilsonian Club” 8129. Woodrow Wilson. Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 10.75 Harris
& Ewing photo of Wilson in profile, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To the Washington Heights Wilsonian Club, With the best wishes of Woodrow Wilson.” Blindstamped in the lower left by the studio. Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 16. In fine condition, with light silvering to darker areas of the image. Starting Bid $200
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Important oversized Harris & Ewing portrait of President Wilson, signed for a Treaty of Versailles advisor with “sincere admiration for his devoted, skilful, and indispensable services to the Peace Conference”
8130. Woodrow Wilson Signed Photograph. Exquisite vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 13 Harris & Ewing portrait of Presi-
dent Wilson, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen to a leading scholar of international law and participant in the Versailles Conference, “Hon. James Brown Scott, with sincere admiration for his devoted, skilful, and indispensable services to the Peace Conference, from his friend Woodrow Wilson.” Annotated in pencil in the lower left, “Washington, D.C., August 1919.” Also includes a companion vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 13 Harris & Ewing portrait of Scott, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to a fellow figure in international law, “To George A. Finch, with the warm regards of James Brown Scott, 1911.” Impressively matted and framed side-by-side with nameplates and lengthy biographical plaques to an overall size of 45.5 x 27. In fine condition, with the Scott photo missing its lower left corner tip. Any reference by Wilson to the Paris Peace Conference is of the utmost desirability, and as a distinguished portrait inscribed to a key legal advisor this is an extraordinary piece. Starting Bid $300
8131. Woodrow Wilson Document Signed. Partly-printed vellum DS as
president, one page, 15.75 x 19.75, February 17, 1916. President Wilson appoints John Franklin Stevens as “Second Lieutenant of Cavalry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Wilson and countersigned by Hugh L. Scott as Secretary of War, ad interim. The blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with scattered staining, and a short tear to the left edge. Starting Bid $200
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“The pen with which on Saturday I approved the Joint Resolution terminating the state of war between the Imperial German Government the United States of America”
8134. Warren G. Harding WWI Peace Resolution Bill Signing Pen and (3) Typed Letters Signed. Extraordinary
World War I archive comprising the bill signing pen used by President Harding to adopt the ‘Knox–Porter Resolution’ on July 2, 1921, terminating US involvement in WWI; plus three TLSs as president, each one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, April 30–July 5, 1921, all to the Hon. Stephen G. Porter, Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, who introduced the bill in the House of Representatives. The bill-signing pen is a simple dipping pen, measuring 8.75˝ long, exhibiting ink blotches on the nib. In the three letters to Porter, Harding notes that he is expecting “to go over the Peace resolution matter with you,” “will be glad to have you drop in at the earliest time,” and takes “pleasure in sending you the pen with which on Saturday I approved the Joint Resolution terminating the state of war between the Imperial German Government and the United States of America.” The pen and letters are mounted on a suede backing and framed with an engraved plaque, “Presented by Stephen G. Porter to The Veterans of the World’s War from the 26th Ward Pittsburgh, February 20, 1922,” and framed to an overall size of 29 x 17. The letters and pen are all in fine condition; the old cloth matting is stained and worn, in no way affecting the items themselves. On July 2, 1921, President Harding signed the ‘Knox–Porter Resolution’ into law at the Frelinghuysen estate in Raritan, New Jersey, officially declaring an end to the state of war between the United States and the Imperial German Government. On the next day, the Nashville Banner reported on the simple ceremony: ‘Harding sat at an old mahogany table. He used a small, black-handled pen, which will be presented to Representative Porter, who drafted the final form of the resolution...[He] carefully adjusted his glasses and affixed his signature, remarking to those crowded about him: ‘That’s it.’’ Starting Bid $1000
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8135. Warren G. Harding Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 16 x 20, December 29, 1922. President Harding appoints Stuart Heintzelman as “Brigadier General, Regular Army in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Harding and countersigned by Secretary of War John W. Weeks. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. As a general staff officer with the American Expeditionary Force, Heintzelman had been responsible for planning the St. Mihiel Offensive during World War I. His military awards include the Commander of the Legion of Honor and the Croix de Guerre with palm from France, the Commander of the Order of the Crown by the Italian Government, and the Distinguished Service Medal. Starting Bid $200
8140. Calvin Coolidge Document Signed. Partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 16 x 19.75, March 2, 1929. President Coolidge appoints Charles P. Summerall as “General, while holding office as Chief of Staff of the Army, in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Coolidge and countersigned by Secretary of War Dwight F. Davies. The blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition, with the signature quite light, but fully legible. An accomplished career Army officer, Summerall commanded the 1st Infantry Division in World War I, was Chief of Staff of the United States Army from 1926 to 1930, and was president of The Citadel from 1931 to 1953. Starting Bid $200
8139. Calvin Coolidge Document Signed.
Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 18 x 14, March 20, 1925. President Calvin Coolidge appoints Henry G. Entrekin as a “Postmaster at Bremen, in the County of Haralson, State of Georgia.” Signed nicely at the conclusion by Coolidge and countersigned by Postmaster General Harry S. New. In very good to fine condition, with light rippling, a diagonal crease, and somewhat irregular toning. Starting Bid $200
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8142. Herbert Hoover Signed Photograph. Handsome matte-finish
7 x 10.5 portrait of Hoover by Harris & Ewing, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “The Kind Regards of Herbert Hoover.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 16. In fine condition, with light silvering to the edges of the image. Starting Bid $200
8145. Eleanor Roosevelt (3) Typed Letters Signed. Three TLSs as first lady, one signed “Eleanor Roosevelt” and two
signed “E.R.,” each one page, 6 x 9.25, White House letterhead, dated 1938–1944, all to her literary agent George T. Bye. The first, in full: “I haven’t read the ‘Nutmeg’ yet in which you say I am mentioned. However, I’ll do so and will see if I think I could make a satisfactory comeback!,” with handwritten postscript, “It is read & I’ll try.” The second, discussing a busy itinerary, in part: “I am going to Tygart Valley, which is a homestead similar to Arthurdale, and from Arthurdale I go to Wheeling, West Virginia, and come back to Washington on a night train from there. Perhaps you and Arline might not want to make this whole trip,” with handwritten postscript, “I hope you will do the whole trip…in any case plan to spend the weekend in Washington!” The third, in part: “Congratulations on your victory in the election! I was very much interested in your account of election evening in Connecticut. Perhaps next time you will win over Mrs. Luce!” In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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FDR places his name on the ballot in 1932
8148. Franklin D. Roosevelt Election Document Signed. Important DS, signed “Franklin D. Roosevelt,” one page, 9
x 4, November 4, 1932. As the Democratic candidate for president, Roosevelt signs a “Return Receipt” acknowledging that his name is correctly placed on the ballot for the 1932 election in Illinois. In part: “To Burt E. Burnett, County Clerk for the County of Jackson, I hereby acknowledge receipt by registered mail, of proof copy of ballot containing my name as candidate for the office of President of the U.S. of the Democratic Party, for use at the General Election to be held on the 8th day of Nov., 1932, and I hereby certify that my name is correctly placed on said ballot.” In fine condition, with a tiny tear touching the middle initial of the signature. Franklin D. Roosevelt signs and returns this document on the eve of the first of four presidential elections: on November 8th, he defeated incumbent Herbert Hoover in a landslide victory. Almost ten thousand citizens voted for FDR in Jackson County, Illinois, where he won by a margin of nearly 12%. Starting Bid $200
FDR creates the ‘Code of Fair Competition for the Wool Textile Industry’ 8149. Franklin D. Roosevelt TLS and Bill Signing Pen. TLS as president, one page, 6 x 8.5, White House letterhead, August 22, 1933. Letter to Charles H. Silver of the American Woolen Company, in part: “I have pleasure in sending you herewith the Pen which was used in signing the Woolen Code on July twenty-sixth.” Includes the rare steel-nib Eagle Pencil Co. dipping pen, mounted on the letter and matted and framed to an overall size of 10.5 x 13. In very good to fine condition, with light overall toning, and two paperclip impressions to the top edge. Provenance: Charles Hamilton Galleries, May 1985.
On July 26, 1933, Roosevelt issued an Executive Order promulgating a ‘Code of Fair Competition for the Wool Textile Industry,’ which directed wool industry employers to pay minimum wages ($14 per week in the North, and $13 in the South); set the limit of a 40-hour work-week; limited hours of operation of looms, spindles, and other knitting machines to two 40-hour shifts per week; disallowed the employment of minors under 16 years old; and called for reporting of data associated with wages, finances, production, and raw materials. Starting Bid $200
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Historic letter of state: FDR aims to “unite Honduras and the United States in the struggle against the Axis powers and in the defense of this Hemisphere” 8150. Franklin D. Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. World War II-dated
typed Letter of State, one page, 10.25 x 14, April 6, 1943. Official letter to President Carías Andino of Honduras, in full: “The Government of the United States of America being desirous at this time to testify its good will and friendship for the Republic of Honduras, it is particularly fitting that our two countries should exchange diplomatic representatives with the rank of Ambassador. It is my agreeable duty to inform you that, acting under the authority conferred upon the President by the Congress of the United States, I have made choice of John D. Erwin, a distinguished citizen of the United States, to reside near the Government of Honduras in the quality of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America. This action will give further testimony to the especially close relations which unite Honduras and the United States in the struggle against the Axis powers and in the defense of this Hemisphere. I therefore request Your Excellency to receive him favorably and to give full credence to what he shall say on the part of the United States, and to the assurances which I have charged him to convey to you of the best wishes of this Government for the prosperity of Honduras. May God have Your Excellency in His Wise Keeping.” Signed at the conclusion by President Roosevelt, and countersigned by Secretary of State Cordell Hull. In very good to fine condition, with a light block of toning, scattered foxing, and a few small repaired areas of paper loss. Just nine months earlier, President Carías Andino wrote to Roosevelt to offer ‘unconditional cooperation in the combat which the peoples of the American hemisphere and other liberty-loving countries are maintaining in defense of right and justice against the barbarism of the Nazi and fascist peoples.’ A spectacular official letter by President Roosevelt, showcasing his diplomatic skill amidst World War II. Starting Bid $200
From FDR’s personal library 8151. Franklin D. Roosevelt Signed Book. Signed
book: The Marriage Ring: or How to Make Home Happy. First edition. Boston: Gould, Kendall, and Lincoln, 1843. Hardcover with slipcase, 3 x 4.5, 126 pages. Signed on a free end page in ink with his ownership signature, “Franklin D. Roosevelt, Hyde Park, 1924.” Also bears a small “Library of Franklin D. Roosevelt” label to front pastedown. In fine condition, with small edge stains, and a more prominent stain to the lower blank area. Starting Bid $200
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Amidst World War II, FDR replies to ideas for “net protection against torpedo attack for ocean going vessels” 8152. Franklin D. Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75,
White House letterhead, June 6, 1942. Letter to Robert R. Graham, responding to “detailed drawings and notes covering a proposed net protection against torpedo attack for ocean going vessels.” In part: “The Navy Department has in the past twenty-five years received a great many similar suggestions...your proposal adds nothing to common knowledge of this type of device. Information at hand indicates that in order to offer any protection from the explosion of a torpedo, the net would have to be carried at a distance of at least fifty-feet from the side of the vessel. In connection with your thought of repelling the torpedo by the use of springs behind the net, it should be stated that torpedoes for over twenty-five years have been equipped with ‘inertia detonators,’ and any appreciable force exerted to stop the forward motion of the torpedo or to deflect it from its course will cause it to explode immediately. The whole subject of protection against torpedoes, including net protection for vessels, is now under the most active consideration by the Navy Department, and it is hoped that before long current experimentation will be productive of profitable results.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, plus carbon copies of Graham’s letters to the White House and original pencil drawings of his ideas for torpedo protection (totaling 14 pages). Starting Bid $200
8153. Franklin D. Roosevelt Signed Photograph. Superb vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Roosevelt in a suit and tie, boldly signed in fountain pen. In very good to fine condition, with two paperclip impressions to the top edge, and scattered light surface stains, visible only at an angle. A superb and uncommon portrait of the great statesman. Starting Bid $200
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8154. Franklin D. Roosevelt Signed Book. Signed book: The Democratic Book, 1936. Limited edition, numbered 2257 of an unspecified limitation. Gilt-stamped leatherbound hardcover, 11.5 x 14.5, 384 pages. Signed on the beautifully designed colophon in fountain pen by Roosevelt below a watercolor vignette of the White House. The original owner’s name, “James M. Tunnell,” is also stamped on the cover. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: VG/None, with scuffing and edgewear to leather.
A lavishly produced promotional ‘year book’ for the Democratic Party, this volume contains features on accomplishments by Democrats, images of FDR’s cabinet, and ads. The selling of advertising space—and the selling of the book itself to corporations, at $250 per copy—aroused much controversy at the time, and objections were raised that these de facto corporate contributions violated the Corrupt Practices Act which prohibited corporations from contributing to national campaigns. An impressive and substantial book with a gorgeous signed page. Starting Bid $200
8155. Franklin D. Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president, one page, 4.75 x 7.5, White House letterhead, January 18, 1937. Letter to Sanford Bates, the director of the Bureau of Prisons, in full: “The Attorney General informs me that you have found it necessary to tender your resignation as Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons...You have my best wishes for continued success and great happiness.” Roosevelt adds a brief handwritten postscript: “Come see me before you leave.” Matted and framed with an FDR-related FDC to an overall size of 12.5 x 15.5. In very good condition, with light soiling, a light rusty paperclip impression to the top edge, and irregular trimming. Starting Bid $200
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FDR organizes life at Warm Springs on the eve of the Depression 8156. Franklin D. Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “FDR,” two pages, 8
x 10.5, State of New York Executive Chamber letterhead, August 10, 1929. Letter to “Carp,” in part: “I am at home for three comparatively quiet days interspersed by only one speech each day...Farming Operations—I just knew that you as the descendent of a long line of up-state farmers like myself could not keep away from the soil...I am glad that you are getting on so well with the vegetables and I am inclined to think that we should study the practicability of a dry vegetable cellar in which to keep winter reserves... Good for the goats! Between your goats and my bull we ought to teach these Georgians something about the use of mountain land. By the way, how is Doyle getting on with the cattle, thoroughbred and otherwise?...Pauline Murrell: It would be fine if Pauline would build a cottage. She ought to be able to do the whole thing for $1000 land and $3000 cottage. I think that Pauline can be treated as an exception to the rule as she is one of our oldest patients and still remains on patients aid. I am awfully sorry she has had such a tough break.” In fine condition, with file holes to the top. Starting Bid $200
FDR discusses a stock offering in a two-page handwritten letter
8157. Franklin D. Roosevelt Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, two pages, 6.75 x 8.5, personal letterhead, September
14, [no date]. Letter to Mr. Roberts, in part: “I’m sorry, but I still don’t understand about the certificates. These are for 6,000 shares, the full amount to go to the organizers—and I understand that while they were to get 10%, their stock would be issued only pro rata to the stock sold the public...It would certainly be wrong to issue 6,000 shares to the organizers if for example we issue only 6,000 to actual mark owners, for that would mean that the latter would get only 50% of the profits.” Nicely doublematted with a portrait to an overall size of 28.25 x 16.25. In very good to fine condition, with light overall creasing, and a light stain to the right edge of each page. Starting Bid $200
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President Roosevelt graciously accepts a medal from the United Confederate Veterans 8158. Franklin D. Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, July 11, 1941. Letter to Julius Franklin Howell, president of the Longstreet Memorial Association, in part: “Breckinridge Long has been good enough to hand me the medal voted to me at the Reunion of the United Confederate Veterans and presented to him by you for delivery to me. I am deeply touched by this act of the Confederate Veterans and wish to thank them and you as President General of the Longstreet Memorial Association for this signal honor and distinction.” In fine condition, with a crease in the lower blank area. Accompanied by the original White House mailing envelope. At age sixteen, Julius Franklin Howell entered the Confederate service and would in time become a member of the 24th Virginia Cavalry; when he died in 1948, at the age of 102, he was purported to be the final survivor of General James Longstreet’s Corps. Starting Bid $200
8159. Franklin D. Roosevelt Signed $1 Bill. Series 1935
A silver certificate one-dollar bill, boldly signed on the left side in fountain pen as president, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” In fine condition. A unique format, desirably signed as president by the noted New Dealer—taking office amidst the Great Depression, FDR sought to rehabilitate the country’s currency and usher in a new era of prosperity for its people. Starting Bid $200
“Dewey Defeats Truman”— rare complete issue of the Chicago Tribune’s infamous blunder 8164. Harry S. Truman: ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ Chicago Tribune Newspaper.
Rare complete issue of the Chicago Daily Tribune of November 3, 1948, 17 x 24, featuring the iconic banner headline “Dewey Defeats Truman.” In fine condition, with a few small tears and wear to the spine, a repaired tear to the upper left, and an unobtrusive area of paper loss to the top edge. When the decision to print this paper was made, returns were coming in very slowly and time was running out before the deadline for the edition. The Tribune staff, based on the early returns, decided Dewey would be the next President. After the newspaper was delivered to the street, more returns came in and showed that Truman would in fact be reelected. The already delivered ‘error’ newspapers were gathered for return by staff members sent out to pick them up from newsstands and homes in the Chicago area. Original, entirely complete editions of this newspaper are becoming increasingly scarce. Starting Bid $200
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President Truman awards John W. Snyder the Medal of Merit for his “financing and construction of facilities required for the successful prosecution of the war”
8163. Harry S. Truman Documents Signed. Historic custom-made green Morocco leather scrapbook, 14 x 11, imprinted
on the front cover, “The Medal for Merit, John W. Snyder,” containing two documents signed by Truman: a DS as president, one page, 12 x 9.75, March 29, 1947, in part: “The President of the United States of America in accordance with the Order issued by General George Washington at Headquarters, Newburgh, New York, on August 7, 1782, and pursuant to Act of Congress, has awarded the Medal for Merit to John Wesley Snyder for extraordinary fidelity and exceptionally meritorious conduct,” signed at the conclusion by President Truman and Acting Secretary of State Dean Acheson; and a DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, March 29, 1947, headed, “Citation to Accompany the Award of the Medal for Merit to John Wesley Snyder,” in full: “John Wesley Snyder, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the United States from August, 1940 to August, 1943. Mr. Snyder, as Executive Vice President of the Defense Plant Corporation, effectively directed the detailed organization of the Corporation to provide for the financing and construction of facilities required for the successful prosecution of the war. As a result of his foresight, initiative, and great ability he played an outstanding part in providing American industry and the Armed Services with the machine tools and plants with which to forge the weapons for victory. Under his aggressive leadership and diligent efforts, aircraft plants were constructed and equipped in a minimum of time, and the productive capacity to support a modern air force was thus established. Mr. Snyder’s achievements and patriotic devotion reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Government of the United States.” Also affixed inside the scrapbook are an image of the Medal for Merit, an original Acme Newspictures photo of President Truman presenting the medal to Snyder, newspaper clippings concerning the award, and a typescript of a list of recipients of the award, as well as a laid in copy of the list published in the Congressional Record. In overall fine condition, with light wear to the leather covers. As head of the Defense Plant Corporation, Snyder directed the financing of the facilities at Oak Ridge for the construction of the atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which effectively ended World War II. Starting Bid $500
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Confidential early Marshall Plan organizational chart, sent by Truman to his Secretary of the Treasury in 1947 8165. Harry S. Truman Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president signed “H.S.T.,” one page, 6.25 x 9.25, White House letterhead, October 29, 1947. Letter to Secretary of the Treasury John W. Snyder, transmitting a confidential Marshall Plan organizational chart. In full: “Enclosed are the confidential documents which you left with me yesterday. I am very certain that we will eventually get a plan worked out that will be satisfactory to all concerned. I know I can always count on you for the proper advice and cooperation.” The chart is included, showing the president overseeing various departments and councils associated with the Economic Cooperation Administration, annotated to show connections between the State Department and US Embassies in Europe. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Creating the office of White House Chief of Staff, Truman outlines the growing responsibilities of the President: “The job of national leadership has so expanded since 1933 that the people of the United States now turn to the national Government for the solution of virtually all problems of national importance, big and small”
8166. Harry S. Truman Autograph Note Signed and Hand-Corrected Manuscript on Chief of Staff. ANS signed
“H.S.T.,” one page, 4 x 6, November 1, 1946. Manuscript entitled “Memorandum on the Organization of Staff Assistance to the President,” bearing Truman’s handwritten corrections (comprising 17 words) in red pencil, and those of economist John R. Steelman in ink. In an initialed autograph note forwarding the manuscript, Truman writes: “Memo to Dr. Steelman: John, please go over this for me and see if any bugs are in it. H.S.T., If O.K. return & I’ll sign.” The first page of the memorandum was stamped “Secret,” now struck through, with a stamp at lower right noting it was declassified in 1994. The historic manuscript, which discusses in detail the president’s responsibilities and resulted in the creation of the position now known as ‘White House Chief of Staff.’ In very good to fine condition, with staple holes and staining to the memorandum, and a light rusty paperclip impression to the Truman note. Starting Bid $200
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8167. Harry S. Truman Typed Letter Signed. 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 County Budget fight which we had years ago. It did help somewhat.” In fine condition, with a light block of toning from prior display. Accompanied by a copy of Joffee’s referenced letter dated April 17, 1945. Starting Bid $200
Historic Truman document recognizing “meritorious conduct in aid of the war effort” for the invention of the ‘Huff-Duff,’ used to locate enemy submarines 8168. Harry S. Truman Document Signed. DS as
president, one page, 11 x 10.25, March 1, 1948. Certificate of Merit presented to Henri Gaston Busignes “for outstanding fidelity and meritorious conduct in aid of the war effort against the common enemies of the United States and its allies in World War II.” Affixed to a same-size mount. In fine condition, with a uniform block of overall toning from previous display. Busignes was a French-born American electronics engineer who, during World War II, helped develop a high-frequency direction finder system (known as the ‘Huff-Duff’) that allowed the US Navy to detect enemy transmissions, such as those from German U-boats, that otherwise were out of range to existing radar. During WWII, U-boats wreaked havoc against military and merchant vessels, primarily in the Atlantic Ocean. The advancement aided in the Allied war effort at sea. After the conflict, he refined radar technology to allow the system to separate a moving object from ‘clutter’ on the screen. A desirable document, presented to a man whose efforts unquestionably helped shorten the war. Starting Bid $200
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Legion of Merit awarded to a Red Army general for “contributing materially to the success of combined operations in Europe” 8169. Harry S. Truman Document Signed. DS as president, one page, 8
x 10.5, White House letterhead, no date. President Truman awards the “Legion of Merit, Degree of Legionnaire,” to a Soviet general following World War II. In full: “Major General Ivanovich Pauil Afonin, Commanding General, 5th Guard Airborne Division, Red Army, displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and contributed materially to the success of combined operations in Europe.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the Legion of Merit certificate awarded to the general, bearing the autopen signature of Secretary of War Robert P. Patterson. Starting Bid $200
8171. Harry S. Truman Signature. Ink sig8170. Harry S. Truman Signed Photograph. Vintage matte-finish 11 x 13 portrait of President Truman in a distinguished bust-length pose, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen as president, “Best wishes to Lionel Aucoin, Harry S. Truman.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal letter from White House Secretary Matthew J. Connelly, dated March 8, 1946. Starting Bid $200
nature and inscription as president, “To an able and efficient officer and legal advisor [Capt. Clark M. Clifford] from Harry S. Truman, 3/29/46,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.5 card bearing an embossed presidential seal; Clifford’s name written in another hand and traced over. In fine condition, with some light toning and soiling. Starting Bid $200
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8172. Harry S. Truman and Harry Warner Typed Letters Signed. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75,
White House letterhead, July 26, 1949. Letter to the Hon. Mark Edwin Andrews, in part: “You may be sure that your interest in Mr. David Bress and your high estimate of his ability will be considered in the event additional Judgeships are created for the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.” In very good to fine condition, with three horizontal folds, and creases to the upper and lower blank areas. Also includes a TLS by Warner Bros. founder Harry M. Warner, signed “H.M.,” one page, 7 x 10.5, Warner Bros. Pictures letterhead, to David Bress, in part: “I have gotten in touch with several people and also have written to President Truman and Ambassador Davies, copies of letters of which I am enclosing. Further than this I do not know what more I can do, as much as I would love to be helpful. I suppose you read in the papers where the decision of the three judges in New York forces us to divide our theatres from our production. It has been a shock to me, and you can readily understand that after forty eight years of work to build a business to find it knocked out from under you in one day. But such is life and we are now living in a new world. We will have to make the best of it and do what we can.” Includes carbon copies of Warner’s letters to Truman and Davies, recommending Bress for the judgeship vacancy. Starting Bid $200
Presidential practice golf club used by Ike
8176. Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Personally Owned and Used Practice Golf Club. President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s
personally-owned and -used practice golf club. Club consists of a lightweight 35.5˝ shaft with a small weight attached to the bottom by several links of chain. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity on a White House card from President Eisenhower’s World War II driver Sgt. Leonard Dry, which reads: “The practice golf club with weighted ball was used by Pres. Eisenhower to practice his golf swing.” Also included is a photo of Dry with the club, as well as an inventory printout indicating that President Eisenhower gave Dry the club because “he came to doubt the use of it was helping his game.” Starting Bid $200
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Extremely rare medal for the exclusive Alfalfa Club ‘secret society’— essentially impossible to obtain 8280. Dwight D. Eisenhower: James C. Hagerty’s Alfalfa Club Medal. Incredibly
rare vintage circa 1953–1961 Alfalfa Club medal sent to President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s press secretary, James C. Hagerty, at the White House. The bronze goldplated uniface medal, designed by Ramon Gordils and struck by the Medallic Art Company of New York, measures 45 mm in diameter and is suspended from its original patriotic tricolor ribbon. The design features a hand holding a flaming torch flanked by sprigs of alfalfa, with text in the lower border, “Alfalfa Lux Est.” Includes its original shipping box, imprinted “Medallic Art Co. / New York” inside the lid, with an Alfalfa Club shipping label on the front, addressed in type to: “Mr. James C. Hagerty, The White House, Washington 25, D. C.” In fine condition, with some rubbing to the medal’s reverse and folds to the ribbon; the box cover is dampstained but fully intact. Established in 1913, the Alfalfa Club is a ‘secret society’ that holds an invite-only annual black tie dinner in Washington, DC, on the last Saturday of January. Counted among the exclusive club’s ranks are members of American society’s elite—predominately influential politicians and captains of industry. Given the exclusivity of the club at about 200 members, these medals are exceedingly rare and essentially impossible to obtain. Starting Bid $500
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Stunningly gorgeous brooch gifted by Jackie to her personal secretary
8182. Jacqueline Kennedy Gifted Brooch with Autograph Gift Note. Vintage brooch by designer Marcel Boucher, gifted by Jacqueline Kennedy to her personal secretary in 1960. The golden rope pin measures approximately 1.5˝ x 1.75˝ and is encrusted with faux emerald and pearl cabochons, and marked “Boucher” and “6778” on the reverse; gold content is unknown. Includes an ANS by Jacqueline Kennedy, signed “Jackie,” on a 4 x 3 card, in full: “Merry Christmas Mary and lots of Love”; includes the transmittal envelope addressed by Jackie to “Mrs. Mary Gallagher, c/o/ John F. Kennedy, 3307 N. St. NW, Washington, DC.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Mary Barelli Gallagher, in part: “Christmas gift from Jacqueline B. Kennedy to Mary B. Gallagher—1960. Emerald green & pearl pin encased in gold rope design setting. Her personally written gift card that accompanied the pin…was addressed to me at their Georgetown home where I was working.” Barelli was secretary to Senator John F. Kennedy from 1953–1956, and personal secretary to Jackie Kennedy from 1956–1964. Starting Bid $300
8183. Jacqueline Kennedy Signed Book. Signed book:
Profiles in Courage: Memorial Edition. NY: Harper and Row, 1964. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.25, 287 pages. Signed neatly on the half-title page in black ballpoint by Jacqueline Kennedy. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/VG, with some rubbing and edgewear to jacket, and a price-clipped front flap. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. Starting Bid $200
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Thanking Dave Powers for sending “the tapes for Caroline and John” from the Kennedy Library 8184. Jacqueline Kennedy Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “xxx
Jackie,” one page, 5 x 7.25, personal letterhead, November 25, 1986. Letter to David Powers, addressed at the top by Kennedy, “Dearest Dave.” In part: “How can I ever thank you for the tapes for Caroline and John...I know the tapes will be their favorite birthday present which should make you happy. I apologize for asking you to do them over again. I should have thought it out more clearly the first time. We will be thinking of you at Thanksgiving and send our love.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200
8185. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Gifted Black and Sterling Silver Rosary. Lovely five-decade rosary crafted from carved ebonized wooden beads on a silver-tone chain, with a medallion and crucifix both marked “Sterling,” gifted to John and Jacqueline Kennedy upon the birth of their son John F. Kennedy, Jr. In fine condition. Accompanied by a box marked “Woodward & Lothrop, Washington.”
Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Mary Barelli Gallagher, in part: “This baby gift is one of the many gifts that had arrived daily to the home of President-Elect and Mrs. John F. Kennedy, 3307 N St., N.W., Georgetown, Washington, D.C. on the occasion of John Jr.’s birth, November 25, 1960. Mrs. Kennedy would ask that I prepare a letter of thanks to the sender for her to sign, and this is one of the gifts that she offered me to take home. I donated the vast majority of these gifts to various charities, others I gave away to friends, relatives, etc., keeping the more interesting ones, such as this, for myself.” Provenance: Collection of Mary Barelli Gallagher, Bonhams, 2017. Barelli was secretary to Senator John F. Kennedy from 1953–1956, and personal secretary to Jackie Kennedy from 1956–1964. Starting Bid $200
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Very rare and interesting JFK & RFK joint-signed pardon for a strange crime, just the second such example we have offered 8187. John and Robert Kennedy Document Signed. Choice partly-
printed DS, signed “John F. Kennedy” as president and “Robert F. Kennedy” as attorney general, one page both sides, 9 x 13.5, April 2, 1963. A presidential pardon of exotic bird smuggler Mary Ascani, in part: “Whereas Mary Ascani, now known as Mary Ascani Doughty, was convicted in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California on Counts 1 and 2 of an indictment (No. 25854-SD) charging violation of Sections 371 and 545, Title 18, United States Code, and on September twenty-fourth, 1956, was sentenced to pay a fine of six hundred dollars ($600.00) and was also placed on probation for five years; and whereas the said Mary Ascani duly paid the fine and satisfactorily complied with the conditions of probation…I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States of America…do hereby grant unto the said Mary Ascani…a full and unconditional pardon.” Signed boldly at the conclusion by President John F. Kennedy, and by his brother, Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy. The gold foil Department of Justice seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition. Accompanied by a Department of Justice letter to Ascani informing her of the pardon, her voter’s registration stub, and a Department of Justice transmittal form and envelope. Also includes a photocopy of Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy’s letter to JFK recommending the pardon, which explains that Ascani was the co-owner of a pet shop and convicted of illegally smuggling ‘parrots or parakeets’ from Mexico for resale. Given the magnitude of the offense and her clean record since, RFK recommends granting the pardon. We have offered only one other JFK/ RFK dual-signed pardon, and the unusual nature of the crime committed makes this an especially interesting example. Starting Bid $1000
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JFK’s beautiful crimson red Harvard cardigan
8188. John F. Kennedy’s Harvard Sweater. John F. Kennedy’s crimson red wool cardigan sweater with shawl collar,
featuring a large black block-letter “H” for his alma mater, Harvard, knitted into the left breast. A label sewn into the collar is embroidered in red thread with his surname, “Kennedy.” The handsome, classically-styled collegiate sweater features eight brilliant white mother-of-pearl buttons (six along the front and two on the neck), with two sewn-in pockets on the front. The sweater measures 32˝ from the shoulder to the bottom, and would fall to the hip. Attractively mounted and framed in a large 34.5 x 40.5 shadowbox display. In fine condition. Provenance: Lot #409, Documents and Artifacts Relating to the Life and Career of John F. Kennedy, Guernsey’s, March 18–19, 1998. The Guernsey’s catalog documents the history of this piece, which was acquired by CBS cameraman Herman Lang while shooting the network’s May 1964 interview of Jacqueline Kennedy. Starting Bid $5000
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Stunning oversized portrait presented to “General Lyman Lemnitzer—a valued defender of the great Republic”
8189. John F. Kennedy Signed Photograph. Remarkable oversized vintage matte-finish 10.25 x 13 portrait of President John F. Kennedy by Fabian Bachrach, affixed to its original 14.5 x 18.5 mount, beautifully signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “To General Lyman Lemnitzer—a valued defender of the great Republic—with high esteem, John F. Kennedy.” Gorgeously cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 29. In very fine condition. General Lemnitzer served as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1960 to 1962, under Eisenhower and Kennedy. In that role, he was involved in the Bay of Pigs crisis and the early years of American involvement in Vietnam. In November 1962, Lemnitzer was appointed as commander of U.S. European Command, and as Supreme Allied Commander Europe of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). A remarkable presentation from President Kennedy to a major military figure in his administration. Starting Bid $1000
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JFK’s published Harvard thesis with early “Jack Kennedy” signature 8190. John F. Kennedy Signed Book. Signed
book: Why England Slept. Sixth printing. NY: Wilfred Funk, Inc., 1940. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 252 pages. Signed on the first free end page in black ink, “Jack Kennedy.” Directly below is a fountain pen signature accomplished in a secretarial hand; its presence suggests that the original owner mailed the book to the White House for an additional autograph, albeit with non-presidential results. In fine condition, with faint edge toning to the signed page. Accompanied by an attractive red clamshell presentation case. Starting Bid $200
8191. John F. Kennedy Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Jack,” three pages, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate let-
terhead, September 2, 1954. Letter to Massachusetts Senator and future Boston Mayor John F. Collins, in part: “Many thanks for your kind letter. I was very glad that you and Mrs. Collins could come—and also to see so many who were such adoring supporters of yours. I will be in Boston next Tuesday. If you will be there then, I shall be very glad to talk with you.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original franked mailing envelope addressed by Kennedy, who adds to the left side: “Personal.” Starting Bid $200
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Kennedy to Collins on the New York Post— “extremely left-wing—& very anti-Catholic as you may have noticed” 8192. John F. Kennedy Autograph Letter Signed.
ALS signed “Jack,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 9.25, United States Senate letterhead, no date. Letter to future Boston Mayor John F. Collins, in part: “The article was one of three, all more or less unfriendly, appearing in N. Y. Post—which is extremely left-wing—& very antiCatholic as you may have noticed; it has been my experience, and probably yours—that the only thing to do on these letters is to ignore them.” In fine condition, with a few small stains. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy 8 x 10 photo of JFK. Originates from the estate of former Boston Mayor John F. Collins. Starting Bid $200
8193. John F. Kennedy Signed Photograph. Glossy
9.5 x 7.5 photo of Kennedy standing in a group alongside historian Abram L. Sachar, signed and inscribed in black ink, “For Dr. Abram Sachar, with high esteem and best personal regards, John F. Kennedy.” Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 15.25 x 13.25. In fine condition. Abram Leon Sachar (1899–1993) was an American historian and founding president of Brandeis University. Starting Bid $300
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8194. John F. Kennedy White House Gift Pen. Desir-
able black Parker ballpoint pen designed to be given as a White House gift by President John F. Kennedy, engraved on the side in silver with “The White House” above JFK’s facsimile signature. Includes the original box. In fine condition, with the ink cartridge missing. Starting Bid $200
8195. John F. Kennedy Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “Jack Kennedy,” one page, 6.25 x 9.25, United States Senate letterhead, November 15, 1955. Letter to Boston City Councilman and future Boston Mayor John F. Collins, in full: “Congratulations on your splendid victory in your campaign for City Council. I am sure that you will have a most successful administration, and I am looking forward to seeing you soon.” Kennedy adds a brief handwritten postscript: “I hope you are feeling better.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an original glossy 10 x 8 press photo of Collins seated next to Kennedy. Originates from the estate of former Boston Mayor John F. Collins. Starting Bid $200
8196. John F. Kennedy Typed Speech Draft. Typed draft for a speech by Sena-
tor John F. Kennedy, two pages, 8.5 x 11, titled and dated, “New York Herald Tribune Excerpt—Oct. 29, 1957 on Communist Situation in Kerala.” A small number of notes and corrections have been made in an unknown hand. Drafted during Kennedy’s tenure as a Democratic Senator, the speech focuses on the impoverished Communist situation in Kerala, in part: “It has a higher rate of literacy (around 40 per cent) than any state in India. Yet more than 1,250,000 of Kerala’s people are chronically unemployed. Unemployment and food are the state’s gravest problems, and any government that can solve them is assured of a long term of office. No solution is in sight. Wages are miserable. An unskilled laborer, for instance, receives the equivalent of thirty-two cents daily, a primary schoolteacher from twelve to twenty-four dollars monthly. The Communists won their election success here against a Congress party machine that had been discredited by corruption, nepotism and inefficiency. The Communists have made mistakes since taking office, but it must be said that they have given the state a more honest and hardworking administration than their predecessors.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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“The more that is written and discussed about foreign policy the more meaningful becomes our use of free speech” 8197. John F. Kennedy Hand-Edited Draft Letter to FDR’s Son.
Unsigned personal draft letter, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, April 23, 1962. Letter to Californian Congressman James Roosevelt, in full: “Many thanks for your letter. Contrary to what you may have heard I am not in the least concerned about the publication of the liberal papers, except that it may embarrass politically some good Congressmen. While I have not agreed for a long period of time with many of the writers, I do think that the more that is written and discussed about foreign policy the more meaningful becomes our use of free speech and the more careful becomes our analysis of present and future policies. The fact is that the bankruptcy of the Republican party has been (greatly) exposed (increased) by their concentration on this wholly synthetic issue.” President Kennedy makes a few handwritten emendations in pencil, adding “good” and “exposed,” while striking through “greatly” and “increased.” In fine condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner. Accompanied by the final onionskin draft of the letter. A volume of twelve anonymously written essays, The Liberal Papers, attracted the ire of the GOP, and in particular former Vice President Richard Nixon, for its apparent advocacy and ‘unilateral goodwill toward the international Communist conspiracy.’ In spite of a public letter from the White House repudiating the stance of the essays—a move no doubt aimed at curbing Republican agitation—Kennedy never formally denounced the publication’s ideas; he simply didn’t always agree with its writers. Starting Bid $200
8211. Lyndon B. Johnson Bill Signing Pen. Felt tip pen used
by President Lyndon B. Johnson to sign ‘the Automobile Insurance Study Bill’ (S.J. Res. 129). The official ‘bill signer’ Eversharp pen measures 5.25˝ long and features a navy-blue plastic barrel bearing a gold facsimile signature with presidential seal and a silver-tone cap section. Includes a letter from Irvine H. Sprague to Congressman John E. Moss, May 23, 1968, in full: “The President wanted you to have one of the pens used on May 22, 1968, in signing S. J. Res. 129, the Automobile Insurance Study Bill.” Matted and framed together to an overall size of 10 x 14.5. In fine condition. John E. Moss represented California’s 3rd District in the House of Representatives from 1953 to 1978. Starting Bid $200
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Johnson supports American involvement in the ‘Asian Development Bank’
8212. Lyndon B. Johnson Bill Signing Pen. Felt tip pen used by President Lyndon B. Johnson to sign ‘An Act to provide
for the participation of the United States in the Asian Development Bank’ (H.R. 12563). The official ‘bill signer’ Eversharp pen measures 5.25˝ long and features a navy-blue plastic barrel bearing a gold facsimile signature with presidential seal and a silver-tone cap section. Accompanied by the original presentation box with presidential seal and facsimile signature of President Johnson, as well as a typed caption affirming that the pen was “used by the President on March 16, 1966, in signing H.R. 12563.” Also includes a spare ink cartridge. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Incredibly rare 1963 White House Christmas card, issued after JFK’s assassination
8219. Lyndon B. Johnson 1963 Christmas Card. Exceedingly rare official 1963 White House Christmas card, 6.75 x
5, printed on cream-colored stock and featuring an embossed presidential seal on the front, with red stripe below. Inside is a simple printed message: “The President and Mrs. Johnson wish you a Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year.” Very few of these somber cards were produced (estimated at 50-75) for the incoming President Johnson, who had just assumed office after the tragic assassination of JFK; it is considered to be among the rarest and most sought-after of all White House Christmas cards. In very good to fine condition, with a light stain to the upper left corner of the front. From the collection of Ronald E.F. Hoskins. Starting Bid $200
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Nixon on how Babe Ruth influenced his “policy of never refusing an autograph” 8221. Richard Nixon Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “RN,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 13, 1983. Letter to Clifford Evans of RKO General Broadcasting, in full: “Your letter of July 8th brought back pleasant memories of the interview I gave you on the All-Time Baseball Team. Incidentally, my major collaborator in that project was David Eisenhower, who is really a genius when it comes to recalling baseball averages, etc. He is presently completing his work on the first volume of what I believe will be the most important biography of his grandfather ever written. Incidentally, you will be amused to learn that Mrs. Nixon who likes baseball but is not a avid fan as I am, asked for and obtained only one autograph in her entire life. It was from Babe Ruth when we were having dinner in his New York restaurant in 1942. She was greatly impressed by his courtesy when she asked for it and I must admit that remembering how he reacted to her request probably influenced me in adopting my policy of never refusing an autograph during the 37 years I have been in and out of public life.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
8222. Richard Nixon Autographed Letter Signed. ALS signed “RN,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 5, 1993. Letter to old friend and car dealer Bob Nesen, in part: “As we road [sic] around the Santa Barbara area in one of your Cadillacs, Tricia, Julie and I remarked about how fortunate we have been to have known you as a friend and a loyal supporter over the years. I just want you to know that we do not take your generosity for granted.” In fine condition, with a thin strip of old tape residue along the top edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200
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“Over the next four years I shall do everything I possibly can to make the kind of record which all Americans, regardless of party, can look back on with pride as we celebrate America’s 200th Birthday in 1976”
8223. Richard Nixon Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president, signed
“RN,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, December 4, 1972. Letter to the Hon. George Murphy, in part: “I want you to know how very much I appreciated your telegram of congratulations on the occasion of our election victory on November 7. Over the next four years I shall do everything I possibly can to make the kind of record which all Americans, regardless of party, can look back on with pride as we celebrate America’s 200th Birthday in 1976.” In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip impression to the top edge. An interesting and seemingly sincere patriotic sentiment from the president, but one which ultimately went unfulfilled—by the time of America’s bicentennial celebration, Nixon had been forced to resign in disgrace and Gerald Ford was serving as president. Starting Bid $200
On helping John Connally reach the White House— “a goal I would have devoted the balance of my second term to achieve had I been able to survive” 8224. Richard Nixon Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “RN,” one page,
7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 1, 1989. Letter to former Boston Mayor John F. Collins, in part: “Your letter...brought back many pleasant memories of the great battle of 1972 when you joined John Connally in heading up Democrats for Nixon. It was the most successful political operation of my entire career... John and Nellie...have survived their ordeal like...true champions...The real tragedy is that John could not have gone on to be President...a goal I would have devoted the balance of my second term to achieve had I been able to survive.” In fine condition. Originates from the estate of former Boston Mayor John F. Collins. Starting Bid $200
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Heartfelt and heartbreaking Christmas Eve letter from Reagan to his estranged daughter: “We ask ourselves, ‘what did we do wrong?’ We were once a loving family”
8236. Ronald Reagan Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Love, Dad,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 8.5, personal letterhead, December 24, [1990]. Letter to his estranged daughter, Patti Davis, in full: “Alright I’ll quit bothering you but I had more in mind than arguing politics. The line in the song says it all; ‘The days dwindle down to a precious few.’ On Feb. 6th I’ll be 80 years old. Your mother and I are hard put to understand the separation between us and our first born. It didn’t just happen with your growing up and leaving home. I can recall your mother coming home in tears after driving you to school. She couldn’t understand your complete silence even to the point of your not saying ‘good bye.’ Was it having to share with a new born brother? I remember a loving daughter who never let us leave the house without waving good bye from the window. We have some snap shots that reveal a difference in a little girl. We ask ourselves, ‘what did we do wrong?’ We were once a loving family. Well as I said earlier ‘I’ll stop bothering you’ but I don’t understand the separation of our family. I recall a little girl sitting on my lap and asking me to marry her. Her mother across the room behind her signaled me to say ‘yes.’ So I did and explained we’d have to wait til she was a little older.” In fine to very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Reagan’s own hand and bearing a pre-printed free frank. Also includes a handsome leatherbound presentation folder (erroneously denoting the date as 1989 on the gilt-stamped spine), as well as a full letter of authenticity from JSA. The eldest child of Ronald and Nancy Reagan, Patti Davis became estranged from her family after years of political activism and public opposition against her father’s conservative policies, adding to the familial strife with a series of thinly veiled autobiographical novels. Written during a particularly trying period, this emotional letter captures Reagan reflecting on his family’s history as well as on his own mortality—“‘The days dwindle down to a precious few.’ On Feb. 6th I’ll be 80 years old.” A moving letter from father to daughter in the hopes of reconciliation, which would come at last in the mid-1990s following the news of his diagnosis with Alzheimer’s. Starting Bid $200 86 |
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Exceedingly rare Reagan gift watch, presented to his 1980 campaign donors and then recalled to avoid bad publicity 8237. Ronald Reagan Limited Edition Wristwatch for 1980 Campaign Donors. Elegant
limited edition wristwatch watch produced in 1981 as a gift for donors who contributed to Reagan’s successful 1980 presidential campaign. The gold-plated timepiece, one of 1,000 custom-made by Time In Motion, Inc., features Ronald Reagan’s facsimile signature atop a dial embossed with the official Presidential Seal. In very fine condition, this watch features a black lizard-grain leather strap, beautiful German-made dial, and quartz movement. Included is the original leatherette presentation box and slip cover. These watches were approved for presentation to 1,000 supporters who made donations of $1,000 or more to the Republican National Committee during Reagan’s 1980 campaign. However, when news broke that White House National Security Adviser Richard V. Allen accepted a pair of watches valued at about $340 in November 1981, the plan was paused. White House officials are barred from accepting any gift worth more than $50, so to avoid further bad publicity, the decision was made to forego the distribution of more gift watches. A total of 950 Reagan watches were dismantled, and the dials were destroyed and returned to the White House. Only 50 watches had been given previously to diplomats and officials. Starting Bid $500
Beautiful single-signed baseball by Ronald Reagan 8238. Ronald Reagan. Official Rawlings American League (Brown) baseball
signed in black felt tip on the sweet spot, “Ronald Reagan.” In fine condition. A rarely seen example of one of the most desirable presidential formats, combining America’s history with its national pastime. Starting Bid $300
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8239. Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Governor Ronald Reagan standing alongside his friend, actor and comedian George Jessel, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Dear George, Our paths should cross more often—but still your friendship is warm & treasured—Ron.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing and a small tear to bottom right edge. Jessel was widely known by his nickname, the ‘Toastmaster General of the United States,’ for his frequent role as the master of ceremonies at political and entertainment gatherings. A proud Republican, Jessel campaigned for Reagan during the latter’s push for the presidency in 1980. Starting Bid $200
8241. Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph. Excellent color satin-finish 8 x
9.75 photo of Reagan wearing a tuxedo and raising a glass, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “With best wishes—Ronald Reagan.” In fine condition, with slight bends to two corner tips. Starting Bid $200
“You made me a little homesick for the Golden West when you described your view of the lake. To tell you the truth I’m always homesick” 8240. Ronald Reagan Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president signed
“Ron,” one page, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, January 27, 1987. Letter to Dolores M. Ballachino, in part: “I’m enjoying a very pleasant recovery and feel fine. But I’m sorry to hear about you. You take care of yourself—that’s an Executive Order from the Commander in Chief. There, I guess I took care of that. While I’m at it, tell Paul that order applies to him also. It’s time to stop now and then smell the flowers. You made me a little homesick for the Golden West when you described your view of the lake. To tell you the truth I’m always homesick. But you are right on another count, I’m also sick of this fuss the press is raising, which is much ado about very little. I think it’s slowing down, and I’ll be glad when the Special Counsel I asked for can finally tell us what really happened.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200
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The ‘Great Communicator’ sends handwritten birthday wishes from the White House 8242. Ronald Reagan Autograph Letter Signed.
ALS as president, one page on a 5.75 x 4 White House stationery card, no date. Letter to “Mrs. Wiedrich,” in full: “Your daughter told me about your birthday on the 20th of Feb. She also told me of how supportive of me you have been. I just want to thank you for that & say Happy Birthday.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Oversized portrait of Reagan and his first-term cabinet
Huge photograph of President Reagan and his 1985 cabinet
8253. Ronald Reagan and Cabinet. Impressive color
8254. Ronald Reagan and Cabinet. Massive color satin-finish 19.75 x 15.75 photo of President Reagan in the White House with his 1985 cabinet and top advisors, affixed to its original 21.75 x 18.75 mount, signed on the mount in black felt tip by all pictured: Ronald Reagan, George Bush, Terrel H. Bell, John R. Block, Raymond J. Donovan, David Stockman, Malcolm Baldrige, Jeane Kirkpatrick, Donald T. Regan, William French Smith, Samuel R. Pierce, George P. Schultz, Elizabeth Dole, William Brock, Caspar W. Weinberger, Donald P. Hodel, William Clark, Margaret M. Heckler, William J. Casey, and Edwin Meese. Matted and framed to an overall size of 27 x 24.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
satin-finish 21 x 18.5 photo of President Reagan with his cabinet and top advisors in the White House, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by all pictured: Ronald Reagan, George Bush, Raymond J. Donovan, Alexander M. Haig, Terrel H. Bell, Samuel R. Pierce, Andrew L. Lewis, Donald T. Regan, Jeane Kirkpatrick, Malcolm Baldrige, William French Smith, James G. Watt, John R. Block, Edwin Meese, William Brock, James B. Edwards, Richard S. Schweiker, William J. Casey, Caspar W. Weinberger, and David Stockman. Matted and framed to an overall size of 26 x 24. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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“What I will never forget, Mikhail, is our partnership—and eventual friendship—as we worked to make our world a better, safer place”
8255. George Bush Typed Letter Signed to Mikhail Gorbachev. TLS signed “George,” one page, 6.25 x 8.5, per-
sonal letterhead, October 18, 2011. Letter to former President of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev, in full: “Even though I could not be with you tonight, I wanted to help welcome you to the great state of Texas. I know our good friends at the Johnson Library will make you feel right at home. At age 87, I forget more things these days than I remember. But what I will never forget, Mikhail, is our partnership—and eventual friendship—as we worked to make our world a better, safer place. There is no doubt in my mind that history will judge you one of the great leaders of the 20th Century. I hope our paths cross again soon so we can catch up with each other. Until then, take care and enjoy your time in Austin.” In very fine condition. A unique and intimate letter between leaders—the collaboration and ensuing relationship forged by Bush and Gorbachev finalized the decades-long Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States. Starting Bid $1000
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8256. George Bush Autograph Letter Signed.
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 African-American host of ABC’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 fine condition, with “x” marks through text, partially removed on the front. Starting Bid $200
VP Ford resorts to his old Congressional stationery 8261. Gerald Ford Handwritten Letter and Signed ‘Vice President’ Card. Handwritten letter as vice presi-
dent, signed in the postscript, “J.,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Congress of the United States letterhead, December 26, [1973]. In part: “Sorry to have been so tardy but with all the news media & some skiing I’m way behind. Also, I apologize for the ‘out-of-date’ letterhead. I’m enclosing a V.P. card.” The postscript: “No secretary in Vail so this is by my own bad handwriting. J.” Included is the “V.P.” card signed in blue ballpoint. In overall fine condition, with light toning over most of the letter, and an old tape stain in its upper right corner; the VP card has a light stain at its center from some old adhesive residue on the reverse. Starting Bid $200 Additional items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 91
“We must do all we can to help heal the emotional and physical wounds, to rebuild Oklahoma City, and to bring to swift and certain justice those who committed this act of cowardice” 8262. Bill Clinton Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, May 15, 1995. Letter to Anne Robbins, in full: “Thank you for writing about the tragic bombing in Oklahoma City and for sharing the inspiring historical quotation with me. As America seeks to recover from this brutal attack, we must do all we can to help heal the emotional and physical wounds, to rebuild Oklahoma City, and to bring to swift and certain justice those who committed this act of cowardice. Your words of encouragement mean a great deal to me during this difficult time for our nation.” In fine condition, with two tiny pieces of archival tape on the back top edge. On April 19, 1995, Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols detonated a truck bomb containing over 4,800 pounds of ammonium nitrate fertilizer, nitromethane, and diesel fuel mixture in front of the north side of the nine-story Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. The ensuing explosion killed 168 people and injured hundreds; it remains the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in U.S. history. Starting Bid $300
A letter of condolences to the daughter of Ann Landers 8263. Bill Clinton Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, one page, 6.25 x 9.25, personal letterhead, June 24, [2002]. Letter to Margo Howard, the daughter of longtime advice columnist Eppie Lederer, aka Ann Landers, in part: “I wanted to write to say how sorry Hillary and I were to learn of your mother’s passing...Like millions of others, I read her columns with great interest—But getting to know he was a far greater prize.” Clinton has accidentally written the wrong year, “2001,” in the date; Lederer passed in 2002. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, with printed free frank to upper right corner. Starting Bid $200
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“I have no choice but to veto it”— President Clinton denies a Foreign Operations bill that would undermine efforts to “dismantle Russia’s nuclear weapons and to move forward on Middle East peace process commitments” 8264. Bill Clinton Typed Letter Signed. TLS as president signed “Bill,” one page, 8.5 x 11, White House letterhead, September 29, 1999. Letter to the Hon. Sonny Callahan, chairman of the House Subcommittee on Foreign Operations, Export Financing and Related Programs, in part: “I very much appreciated the opportunity to talk with you earlier today about the Foreign Operations bill…I have consulted with my foreign policy team about the bill. Despite your committed efforts to remove many of the onerous policy provisions and to reach these funding levels, the bill will not allow us to carry out critical foreign policy objectives, including our work to dismantle Russia’s nuclear weapons and to move forward on Middle East peace process commitments. I believe the bill seriously impairs U.S. interests and that I have no choice but to veto it. I know you share my view of how important these programs are. I want to work together on these essential issues.” He adds a handwritten postscript, “I want to work this out with you.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
8269. Barack Obama Signed Book. Signed book: A Promised
Land. Deluxe first edition. NY: Crown, 2020. Clothbound hardcover with slipcase, 6.75 x 9.75, 751 pages. Signed on an opening page in black felt tip by Barack Obama. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Early handwritten letter from Congressman Obama, thanking a supporter for “a careful reading” of Dreams from My Father
8271. Barack Obama Autograph Letter Signed.
ALS signed “Barack,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 4, 1998. Letter to Sheila Jackson, in part: “I certainly appreciated the interest you took in the book, and the time you took to write so thoughtfully about it. It’s rare for a writer to get such a careful reading, and to know that he’s engaged someone out there in a conversation about things that are important. I confirm that I don’t recall all the questions that you had for me, but hopefully the last section of the book answered some of them. Perhaps I will answer some of them in the next book I write! In the meantime, I wish you all the best, and hope that 1998 brings you much joy.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original hand-addressed “Friends of Barack Obama” mailing envelope, and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient. We highly encourage interested bidders to read the full description on our website. Starting Bid $500
Obama’s golf scorecard, obtained from his valet 8273. Barack Obama Signed Score Card. President
Barack Obama’s tri-fold score card from the Woodlawn Golf Course at Fort Belvoir Golf Club in Virginia, measuring 12 x 6, no date, filled out entirely by the president, who signs his surname in the player field, “Obama,” and tracks the score for his three playing partners—“Eric,” “Marv,” and “Mel”—over 16 played holes. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Samuel Sutton, the personal valet to President Obama. Starting Bid $200
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8274. Barack Obama Signed Ticket. Ticket for a
‘Remarks by President Obama’ speaking engagement at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas, on July 10, 2014, 3.25 x 7.25, signed in the center in black felt tip by Barack Obama. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
8275. Joe Biden Signed Photograph. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, along with other members of the national security team, as they receive an update on the mission against Osama bin Laden in the Situation Room of the White House on May 1, 2011, signed in black felt tip by Joe Biden. In fine condition, with a Beckett authenticity label affixed to lower right corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. Starting Bid $200
Rare personal Donald Trump check: graded by PSA/DNA as GEM MINT 10
8286. Donald Trump Signed Check - PSA/DNA GEM MINT 10. Rare personal check, filled out in type and signed by Donald Trump, payable to Steiner Sports Memorabilia Inc. for $909.99, August 17, 2011. Encapsulated by PSA/DNA, with the perfect signature graded “GEM MT 10.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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8006. George Washington Archive of (29) Pamphlets Starting Bid $200
8007. George Washington Funeral Newspaper Starting Bid $200
8008. George Washington Death Massachusetts Resolves Booklet Starting Bid $200
8011. Lawrence Washington Estate Accounting Document Starting Bid $200
8014. George Washington: 1783 Farewell Orders in Boston Magazine Starting Bid $200
8030. James Monroe Document Signed Starting Bid $200
8033. John Quincy Adams Document Signed Starting Bid $200
8034. John Quincy Adams 'Letters on the Masonic Institution' Book Starting Bid $200
8057. Millard Fillmore Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8074. Abraham Lincoln Well-Documented Hair Strands Starting Bid $200
8075. Abraham Lincoln Photograph Starting Bid $200
8076. Abraham Lincoln Post-Fredericksburg Message to Soldiers Starting Bid $200
8077. Abraham Lincoln Engraving Starting Bid $100
8078. Abraham Lincoln Etching Starting Bid $100
8084. Mary Todd Lincoln Carte-de-Visite Photo Starting Bid $200
8087. Andrew Johnson:
Benjamin F. Wade Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8091. U. S. Grant Tomb Photograph Starting Bid $200
8094. Rutherford B. Hayes Autograph Endorsement Signed Starting Bid $200
8095. Rutherford B. Hayes Document Signed Starting Bid $200
8099. James A. Garfield Memorial Service Engraving Starting Bid $200
8100. James A. Garfield Signed Book Starting Bid $200
8101. James A. Garfield Hand-Annotated Book Starting Bid $200
8103. Chester A. Arthur Signature Starting Bid $200
8107. Grover Cleveland Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8108. Grover Cleveland Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8109. Rose Cleveland Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8112. Benjamin Harrison Signed Check Starting Bid $200
8113. Benjamin Harrison Signed Check Starting Bid $200
8121. William and Helen Taft Photograph, Envelope, and ANS Starting Bid $200
8128. William H. Taft Typed Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
8132. Woodrow Wilson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8133. Woodrow Wilson Signature Starting Bid $200
8136. Warren G. Harding Document Signed Starting Bid $200
8137. Warren G. Harding Signed Check Starting Bid $200
8138. Warren G. Harding Document Signed Starting Bid $200
8141. Calvin Coolidge Signed White House Card Starting Bid $200
8143. Herbert Hoover Signed White House Card Starting Bid $200
8144. Herbert Hoover Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
8146. Eleanor Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8147. Eleanor Roosevelt Signed White House Card Starting Bid $200
8160. Franklin D. Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8174. Harry S. Truman: 1949 White House Christmas Gift Starting Bid $200
8161. Franklin D. Roosevelt: 8162. Eleanor Roosevelt and 1942 White House Bess Truman (3) Typed Christmas Gift Letters Signed Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
8175. Harry S. Truman Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8177. Dwight D. Eisenhower Signed Pamphlet Starting Bid $200
8173. Harry S. Truman Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8178. Dwight D. Eisenhower Signature Starting Bid $200
8179. Dwight D. Eisenhower Group of (5) Signatures Starting Bid $200
8180. Dwight D. Eisenhower Signed Mailing Envelope Starting Bid $200
8198. John F. Kennedy (20) Photographs Starting Bid $200
8199. John F. Kennedy Original Photograph Starting Bid $200
8202. John F. Kennedy 1961 8203. John F. Kennedy and Space Bill Original JFK Jr. Original Press Photo Wirephoto Starting Bid $100 Starting Bid $100
8206. John F. Kennedy and JFK Jr. Original Photograph Starting Bid $200
8181. Mamie Doud Eisenhower (5) Signed Checks Starting Bid $200
8186. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Gifted Religious Medal Starting Bid $200
8200. John F. Kennedy 1961 8201. John F. Kennedy 1961 Army-Navy Game Original Vietnam War Original Wirephoto Wirephoto Starting Bid $100 Starting Bid $100
8204. Jacqueline Kennedy 1945 Miss Porter's School Yearbook Starting Bid $200
8207. John F. Kennedy and 8208. John F. Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe Original Mercury Astronauts Original Photograph Photograph Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
8205. John F. Kennedy and Caroline Kennedy Original Photograph Starting Bid $200
8209. John F. Kennedy and Pope Paul VI Original Wirephoto Starting Bid $100
8210. John F. Kennedy, Jr. Original Photograph Starting Bid $200
8213. Lyndon B. Johnson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8214. Lyndon B. Johnson Signed Book Starting Bid $200
8215. Lyndon B. Johnson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8216. Lyndon B. Johnson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8217. Lyndon B. Johnson Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8218. Lyndon B. Johnson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8220. Pat Nixon Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8225. Richard Nixon and Watergate Police Photo Archive Starting Bid $200
8226. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $200
8227. Richard Nixon Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8228. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $200
8229. Gerald Ford Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8230. Gerald Ford Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200
8231. Gerald Ford Signed Book Starting Bid $200
8232. Jimmy Carter Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8233. Jimmy Carter Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8234. Jimmy Carter Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8235. Nancy Reagan Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8243. Ronald Reagan Signed Dinner Program Starting Bid $200
8244. Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8245. Ronald Reagan Signature Starting Bid $200
8246. Ronald Reagan Handwritten Letter Starting Bid $200
8247. Ronald Reagan Signed Souvenir Typescript Starting Bid $200
8248. Ronald Reagan Signed $2 Bill Starting Bid $200
8249. Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8250. Ronald and Nancy Reagan Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8251. Ronald and Nancy Reagan Starting Bid $200
8252. Ronald Reagan and Barry Goldwater Signed $2 Bill Starting Bid $200
8257. George Bush Signed Book Starting Bid $200
8258. George Bush Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8259. George Bush Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
8260. George and George W. Bush Signed $1 Bill Starting Bid $200
8265. Bill Clinton (2) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
8266. Bill Clinton Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8267. Hillary Clinton Signed Book Starting Bid $200
8268. Clinton Inauguration Print Starting Bid $200
8272. Barack Obama Signed Mock Birth Certificate Starting Bid $200
8276. Joe Biden Signed Mock Oath of Office Starting Bid $200
8277. Joe Biden Signed Campaign Sign Starting Bid $200
8278. Joe Biden Signed Campaign Sign Starting Bid $200
8279. Joe Biden Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
8281. Democratic National Convention Badge Collection Starting Bid $200
8282. First Ladies (5) Handwritten Recollections of the White House Starting Bid $200
8283. First Ladies (6) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
8284. Presidential Inauguration Medals Starting Bid $200
8285. Presidential Ribbons Starting Bid $200
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Section 1 The Parties1.1 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. 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. 1.2 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 or legal guardian’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 and agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale in addition to company for whom the Bidder is acting By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. Section 2 Bidding Privileges 2.1 In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established an account 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. Privileges will be granted at the sole 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 a cash deposit 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. 2.2 Bidder providing any false or misleading information provided in connection with the registration shall be a material breach of the Conditions of Sale and in addition to any other remedies at law shall excuse RR Auction from performance under these Conditions of Sale, including the right to any refund.
2.2 Bidding privileges may be revoked without notice, for any reason, at the sole discretion of RR Auction . Section 3 Buyer’s Premium 3.1 The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed and live Auctions. Buyer’s premium for our Sports Auctions is 20%. 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 earlier. Bidder’s failure to pay any payment in full when due required shall constitute a material breach, and in addition to other damages available under contract or law, at RR Auction’s election, RR Auction may cancel the sale and require full premium still be due along with interest at 1.5% per month from the date of breach, or at the maximum legally allowable rate. Section 4 Bidding 4.1 Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s) and independent investigation, rather than the any reliance as to what is represented in the Catalog, online or elsewhere. Bidder affirms that it regards any statements made by RR Auction concerning the item as solely opinion and that Bidder is making its own inspection and independent evaluation of the goods, and is not relying upon any description or statements by RR Auction (including as to quality, authenticity, provenance, ownership, liens existing, on goods legality, or value) in making its determination to bid on or purchase an item. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT UNDER APPLICABLE LAW. 4.2 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. 4.3 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. 4.4 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 and Bidder has fully satisfied any outstanding financial obligations to RR Auction (including as it concerns aby other lots). RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder. 4.5 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 upon the earlier of shipment to Bidder or in Bidder’s possession. 4.6 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 lien consisting of a senior security interest (or purchase money security interest to the extent applicable) in such sums or items to the fullest extent applicable, authorizes RR Auction to file documents concerning the interest, and Bidder agrees to execute any further 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 fees and expenses, until the indebtedness is paid. 4.7 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. 4.8 RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders. Section 5 Bidding Options 5.1 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. 5.2 When identical 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. 5.3 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. 5.4 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. Section 6 Payment 6.1 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 responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as 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 sixty (60) 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. 6.2 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. 6.3 All sales for total invoices greater than $1,000 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. 6.4 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. 6.5 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. 6.7 If RR Auction refers any unpaid invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay and shall be liable for RR Auction’s attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction in addition to the invoice amount and interest the greater of 1.5% per month or at the maximum legally allowable rate from date of invoice to collection. 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. 6.8 RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder (as well as to the extent it is a consignor any other monies owed or due to 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. 6.9 All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. RR Auction clients with an invoice totaling $1,000 or under will have the option to pay by VISA, Mastercard, Discover or Paypal. All Paypal payments must be sent to FinanceDepartment@rrauction.com. Authorize.net, a third-party service provider contracted by RR Auction for processing on-line payments, charges a nonrefundable service fee of 3%, which will be added to your final invoice should you pay by credit/debit card. Section 7 Sales Tax RR Auction is a remote seller and we are now required to collect Sales/Use Tax from our bidders. The states that we have nexus in we will be required to collect and remit sales
tax on your behalf. Each state has different requirements to meet nexus. When RR Auction has achieved a certain monetary and/or invoice threshold in each state we will apply sales tax to your total invoice. Please go to our terms on our website to see the states that are affected. If we have not achieved nexus in a particular state it is still your responsibility to pay sales tax on your purchases. The sales tax rate is determined by the State, Country, and City where purchases are shipped to. If you decide to pick up your purchases at our New Hampshire location you will not be required to pay sales tax. The State of New Hampshire does not have a general sales and use tax. All purchases picked up at our Massachusetts location will be taxed at the current rate of 6.25%. Pennsylvania sales or use tax may be due in connection with the purchase and delivery of tangible personal property to Pennsylvania individuals and businesses. The purchaser is required to file a use tax return if tax is due in connection with the purchase and delivery in the Commonwealth. This notice is required pursuant to the provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971. 72 P.S. ¤ 7213.2. If you have a resale number please email Sue@RRAuction.com or fax to (603) 732-4288 a copy of your state resale certificate and you will be exempt from paying sales tax. Section 8 Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges Bidder is liable for shipping and handling and providing accurate information as to shipping or delivery locations and arranging for such. 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 thirdparty 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. Section 9 Title Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices of Bidder (including those pertaining to the item(s) at issue) and amounts owed to RR Auction 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. Section 10 Rights Reserved RR Auction reserves the right, at any time before, during or after an auction has ended to: withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, cancel any bid, 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, cancellation, or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone at any time. Section 11 Conducting the Auction 11.1 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. 11.2 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 Auctions 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. 11.3 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. RR Auction may execute bids consecutively or otherwise up to one bid increment below the reserve. 11.4 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. 11.5 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). 11.6 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. 11.7 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. 11.8 Maximum Bids In 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. 11.9 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. 11.10 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. 11.11 Bidding in 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. 11.12 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.
During live internet or live auction, property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid or bids (successively or otherwise) 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. All auctions for lots are with reserve unless specifically stated otherwise. 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. 11.13 Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize 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. 11.14 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. Section 12 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 material breach or 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 Bidder’s property in RR Auction’s possession or to which title has not yet passed to 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. Section 13 Warranties 13.1 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, trademark, or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) related to the item, or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title. 13.2 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. 13.3 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. 13.4 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 “AC”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The AC inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the AC and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. Section 14 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. Section 15 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 Bidder and by an authorized officer of RR Auction 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. Section 16 Bidder’s Remedies 16.1 Except as stated expressly herein, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy related to or pertaining to items it bids upon, views, or purchases from RR Auction, and any claims by Bidder related to authenticity, ownership, condition, title or value, shall be against Consignor only. 16.2 This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, officers, managers, employees or agents), or in any way arising out of, related to, or in connection with these Conditions of Sale, , and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. Time is of the essence with respect to these procedures. 16.3 Title to Items 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, satisfactory to 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 may 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 (if any made), RR Auction may disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and may assign to Bidder all or some of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and/or assignment, all responsibility and liability of RR Auction, if any, with respect to said lot or item shall automatically terminate related to or arising from these Conditions of Sale or such transaction operating as a complete waiver and general release by Bidder as to RR Auction and its agents, contractors, and affiliates, as to any and all claims concerning or related to the item, if any . RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction by 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. 16.4 Authenticity Challenge Process (1) If Bidder wishes to dispute or challenge the Authenticity of the lot or item (including
asserting that it is incorrect), Bidder must adhere to the following procedure: Within 30 days of the Auction Date, Bidder must present written evidence to RR Auction, that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field (and one recognized by RR Auction within its discretion) and send the physical item or lot at issue to RR Auction along with all evidence relied upon by Bidder for contesting the Authenticity. (“Authenticity Challenge Process”) “Authenticity” shall mean a gross discrepancy in the between the description, genuiness, or attribution of the item as represented by RR Auction in the Catalog or at the auction, and the item. If RR Auction concurs that the lot is not Authentic as was represented (it is sole discretion), Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, agents, employees, and contractors) shall be a refund of the purchase price of the subject item paid by Bidder, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable by Bidder. If RR Auction does not agree with the assertion by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Strict adherence to the Authenticity Challenge Process is a condition of standing for Bidder to initiate suit or claim. (2) So long as Bidder has complied with the Authenticity Challenge Process, any claim, suit or action, by Bidder concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity, or related to the authenticity of the item must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Auction Date and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. 16.5 Other Issues. Any dispute or claim by Bidder against RR Auction (or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors)) other than Authenticity, concerning any item or lot bid upon, or purchased, including value, title, condition, bidding process, or description must be asserted (if at all) in the following manner: (1) If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially or grossly incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), or there is any other gross material issue pertaining to the item or lot, the item or lot may be returned 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 with explanation in writing.. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and a certificate of auction, then the description in the certificate of auction (“Lot Challenge Process”). 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 within the period of time stated herein or not materially or grossly in deviation from the description. Such a refund is subject to RR Auction’s sole discretionary review, and any request for refund must be made concurrently with returning the physical item or lot to RR Auction. Any item not returned within said frame will constitute acceptance of the item and a waiver and release of any and all claims by Bidder pertaining to the item other than with respect to authenticity; and (2) Provided that the Bidder has engaged in the Lot Challenge Process, any claim concerning such must be brought no later than one (1) year of the Auction Date for the item or lot at issue and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED OR PROVIDED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND BIDDERS OR AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUCH SHALL BE A COMPLETE DEFENSE TO ANY CLAIMS BY BIDDER RELATED TO THE CONDITIONS OF SALE, ANY AUCTION OR BID. 16.6 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. For any and all claims by Bidder arising out of or related to this Agreement, Bidder’s viewing, bid, or purchase of items, or any agreement between the Parties, or otherwise, Bidder agrees that to the fullest extent such can be limited under the law, Bidder shall have no right to recover and hereby waives any and all rights to recover from against RR Auction or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors, consequential or indirect damages, lost profits damages, punitive, exemplary, statutory (or multiplier damages), physical or emotional distress damages, general or special damages of any kind (beyond amounts actually paid by Bidder for item(s) at issue), and in the event of recovery of any damages whatsoever, such shall be limited by the amounts actually paid by Bidder to RR Auction for the item(s) at issue in such claim, or if no money was paid to RR Auction by Bidder for items at issue, or there items are at issue, the amount of $150.00. Section 17 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. Section 18 Headings Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Section 19 Entire Agreement
Except to the extent Bidder is also a consignor (in which case the terms of the consignment agreement shall also govern), these Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the Parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the auction 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 or arbitrator of competent jurisdiction, the remaining parts of the agreement and remainder of the sections or terms and provisions of the section and all sections shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. Section 20 Governing Law and Enforcement 20.1 The Parties agree that all 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. 20.2 The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, any other related agreement(s), along with all claims between the Parties, including those arising out of or related to such are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute between the Parties, including but not limited to those 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 Boston, Massachusetts, unless the Consumer Arbitration Rules apply, in which case, such rules and venue will govern. 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 also recover all of its related fees and costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, if RR Auction prevails, such recovery, in addition to all remedies available at agreement or law, shall include the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. Federal arbitration law, including the Federal Arbitration Act apply to this agreement to arbitrate and its related provisions. The arbitration and all related proceedings shall be held strictly confidential and all documents and discovery shall be held confidential and not used, published or disclosed publically or to anyone outside the Parties or expert consultants or counsel who shall agree to hold such confidential. 20.3 The Parties consent to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as exclusive jurisdiction and venue for all claims between the Parties except as provided specifically herein and may seek confirmation of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in any Court of competent jurisdiction, including the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. To the extent such is necessary under the law, RR Auction may enforce the Arbitration award against Bidder and any related Party in any court of competent jurisdiction. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as RR Auction consenting to jurisdiction or venue in any location outside of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. THE PARTIES MAY NOT BRING CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OTHER AS A CLASS OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLAIMED CLASS, OR IN A REPRESENTATIVE ACTION UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED. UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED, THE CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OF THE OTHER CANNOT BE CONSOLIDATED OR JOINED WITH MORE THAN ONE ADDITIONAL PERSON OR ENTITIES’ CLAIMS. NO INJUNCTIVE OR DECLATORY RELIEF SOUGHT BY BIDDER IF ANY, CAN AFFECT OR BE ORDERED TO AFFECT ANY OTHER BIDDERS OR PERSONS. 20.4 Except as provided specifically in these Conditions of Sale in Bidder’s Remedies against RR Auction (along with its affiliates, directors, agents, officers, employees, and contractors) for any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other related agreement(s), brought by Bidder must be brought within the earlier of the Auction Date as it pertains to the item(s) at issue or no later than one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances occurred giving rise to the alleged claim, without exception. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute bar to and release of any claims by Bidder initiated after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. 20.5 To the fullest extent under applicable law and except as specifically stated herein Bidder hereby holds harmless, releases and discharges RR Auction and its agents, officer’s directors, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, liabilities, obligations, promises, agreements, damages, causes of action, suits, demands, losses, debts, and expenses of any nature whatsoever, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected existing prior to these Conditions of Sale. Bidder agrees to the Conditions of Sale and upon each instance that Bidder participates in any auction, bids, or otherwise agrees to such terms and reaffirms this release as of the date of so participating or agreeing unless Bidder otherwise provides clear written notice to RR Auction prior to so bidding. 20.6 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 conclu-
sive evidence of the Parties agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. 20.7 Liquidated Damages for Specific Breaches In the event that Bidder provides false information in connection with registering for bidding, fails to correct or update information or breaches the Conditions of Sale by failing to pay the purchase price when due after becoming the winning bidder, as liquidated damages associated with such breaches, R&R may obtain from Bidder the greater of (1) 150% the reserve of the item (if any); (2) the amount bidder bid; or (3), the full amount that bidder would have otherwise paid. Bidder will also be liable for an additional 20% of such amount to account for additional administrative costs, shipping, additional advertising, and other damages and liabilities fees that are difficult to calculate on an item-by-item basis. 20.8 Indemnity. Bidder agrees to defend, indemnify, hold harmless RR Auction (along with its officers, directors, agents, contractors, and affiliates) from and against any and all claims, costs, fees, damages, and liabilities arising out of or related to these Conditions of Sale, view of items, or lots, bidding, or participation in any auction by RR Auction, and/ or or in any way connected to any item you viewed, bid upon or purchased through RR Auction. Section 21: State-by-State Law Issues This Auction is being conducted in and the sale shall take place in the State of Massachusetts. Notwithstanding, the foregoing, should these terms and conditions violate the law of any State should that state’s law be found to govern, or any provision herein determined to be invalid, the clause itself and the remainder of the Agreement shall be valid to the fullest extent allowed. Also, to the extent other states law apply to any transaction arising out of the Agreement (without admitting such), RR Auction states: For Residents of California: SALE OF AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLES: AS REQUIRED BY LAW, A DEALER WHO SELLS TO A CONSUMER ANY COLLECTIBLE DESCRIBED AS BEING AUTOGRAPHED MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN EXPRESS WARRANTY AT THE TIME OF SALE. THIS DEALER MAY BE SURETY BONDED OR OTHERWISE INSURED TO ENSURE THE AUTHENTICITY OF ANY AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLE SOLD BY THIS DEALER. A written express warranty is provided with each autographed collectible, as required by law. This dealer may be surety bonded or otherwise insured to ensure the authenticity of any autographed collectible sold by this dealer.
Section 22 Glossary of Condition terms Information provided to prospective Bidders with respect of any lot, including any pre-sale estimate, whether written or oral, and information in any catalogue, condition or other report, commentary or valuation, is not a representation of fact but rather a statement of opinion held by RR Auction. Use of the following terms constitutes an opinion as follows: VERY FINE describes an item believed to be 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 we believe to 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 we believe 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 which we believe to have 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 believed to be exceedingly rare or important. Bidder may call and request further details and information about RR Auction’s opinions concerning any item via phone or email which shall provided in RR Auction’s discretion. Certificate of Auction, Certificate of Authenticity and Goods Acquired: Bidder warrants that Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall not purposely deface, destroy, dismember, cut-up into parts the item or Lot purchased at auction from RR Auction and in the event such shall occur whether purposefully or accidently, Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall refrain from advertising, promoting, or marketing the item as having been purchased from RR Auction and shall in no event display, expressly claim, or imply that the item was certified or auctioned in such state by RR Auction. As liquidated damages for such breach, Bidder agrees to be liable to RR Auction for the greater of the amount of three (3) times the hammer price of the item along with all other fees and costs as otherwise provided in this Terms of Sale.
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Let’s make history—together For over 40 years, relationships have been the backbone of RR Auction. We have made it a priority to keep our consignors informed and involved, encouraging them to share their voices, to instill their knowledge, and to forge a partnership based on our shared passion for history. With a mutual desire to achieve greatness, these relationships are at the heart of our success.
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