RR Auction's November 2013 Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Autograph

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

RARE. REMARKABLE.

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Once again, RR Auction is seeking rare, Titanic-related artifacts, ephemera, and documents for our next Titanic Auction. In our previous auction, a single item fetched over $185,000. For a free consignment appraisal, email Bob Eaton at Bob.Eaton@RRAuction.com or call (603) 732-4280.

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Bidding begins as soon as the catalog is posted online (October 25). At 6pm on WedNESDAY, Novermber 13th the one hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule.

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Contents JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2 ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 3 Presidents & First Ladies ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������78 Notables ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 112 Military ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 176 Space & Aviation ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������191 Art & Literature ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 204 Comic Art & Animation ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 233 Classic Music �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 237 Contemporary & Modern Music �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 249 Classic Entertainment ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������273 The Giannone Collection ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 300 Sports ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 304 Terms & Conditions �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 333

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THE RR AUCTION TEAM OF AUTHENTICATORS & CONSULTANTS RR Auction is committed to offering authentic autographs. This commitment is the foundation on which RR has built its reputation as a responsible, respectable auctioneer. Backing our commitment to authenticity, we are proud to offer a 100% Lifetime Money Back Guarantee on every signed item we sell. The Certificate of Authenticity that accompanies every signed item is good for the life of the piece regardless of owner. While RR Auction is exclusively responsible for its guarantee, we are proud to work with a group of industry experts providing authentication services for autographed collectibles.

BOB EATON AND BILL WHITE, RR AUCTION

AUCTION

After 30 years in business, during which time well over 1,000,000 signed items have crossed their paths, no one has had more daily exposure to autographs than Bob Eaton and Bill White. To date, RR Auction has published more than 400 consecutive monthly catalogs. Several award-winning, in-depth published studies have earned Bill a reputation as a trusted authenticator. Bob, a PSA/ DNA authenticator, is well established as one of the foremost authenticators in the autograph industry. Certificates of Authenticity are complimentary with every lot sold.

JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts.

He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, was a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots.Priced upon request*

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

STEVE ZARELLI

on certain lots. Priced from $25 to $200*

STEVE ZARELLI Steve has been collecting and closely studying space and aviation autographs for over 15 years. He has been at the forefront of identifying deceptive forgeries and his findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference, Relics of the Space Race, as well as the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine. Steve was also a contributor to the UACC signature study, Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*

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

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

PHIL SEARS For over 20 years Phil Sears has been the recognized world authority on Walt Disney’s autograph habits. Included among Phil-sears.com customers are the Walt Disney Company and the Walt Disney Family Museum. Sears’s items have been featured in Autograph Collector magazine, E Ticket magazine, Collect! magazine, and the biography Walt Disney’s Missouri. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*

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

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

BRIAN GREEN AND MARIA GREEN, BRIAN AND MARIA GREEN CIVIL WAR SIGNATURES With more than 45 years combined experience in the field, Brian and Maria are two of the nation’s leading experts in Civil War autographs and manuscripts.

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

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

JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2

JFK’s engraved 1941 Bulova timepiece 1. John F. Kennedy’s Watch. John F. Kennedy’s personally-owned Bulova watch. Gold-colored, manual wind wristwatch with a

brass-hued face, featuring one blue hand on the main dial and one on the sub-dial. The solid case back is engraved with the numbers “1166568.” Watch is on a Pitman and Keeler overhand expansion metal watchband which features a gently curved presentation plate at the bottom, stylishly engraved, “JFK, 1941.” The hour hand potentially missing and working condition unknown, otherwise fine condition. Additional provenance information will be made available online. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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“Remember me?” writes “Jack K.” in the earliest known signed photo of the future president 2. John F. Kennedy Earliest Known Signed Photograph. Vintage circa early 1940s matte-finish 2 x 2.75 candid photo of Kennedy

in a suit and tie with a curtain and floral wallpaper in the background, signed in fountain pen, “Remember me? Jack K.” Photo is presented in a period patriotic reverse-painted borderless glass frame to an overall size of 4 x 5. Overall brushing to signature and a vertical surface crease to the upper half of the photo, otherwise fine condition. Originates from the Robert L. White collection and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr. Provenance: Guernsey’s, 2005. Barely filling the broad shoulders of his suit jacket, the twenty-something Kennedy already exuded the natural charisma that helped him carve out his path to the White House. In his youthful features and playful inscription, it is easy to see the face and character that would become the now-familiar President Kennedy—years before his first political appointment.

Of the thousands of signed JFK photos known to exist, this is the earliest, giving it the utmost desirability. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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JFK on the gridiron for the Dexter School 3. John F. Kennedy 1927 Football Photograph. Original glossy 5.5 x 8.5 wire service photo of a 10 year-old John Kennedy in his Dexter football uniform and helmet. Printed in 1960, this image of Kennedy is from 1927and his playing days for his alma matter. In fine condition, with heavy production highlights to darker areas and a few ripples. The original newspaper photo of the image is affixed to the reverse. A very early example of Kennedy’s lifelong affinity with sports. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce handwritten letter from his brief period at Stanford 4. John F. Kennedy Stanford Letter. Scarce

ALS signed “Jack K.,” one page both sides, 7 x 10.5, Stanford University letterhead, no date, but circa 1940.

Letter to Mr. Goldsmith. In full: “Thank you very much for sending me the issue of Foreign Policy Bulliten. I appreciate your interest very much. Hope to see you down South this winter as I expect to get back for Christmas.”

Missing top left corner tip, and a couple light pencil notations, presumably by Goldsmith, otherwise fine condition.

Earlier in 1940, Kennedy published his senior thesis Why England Slept, which became a best seller. After graduating from Harvard, and unsure of his next move, he enrolled in the politically conservative Stanford Graduate School of Business in the fall. His stay did not last as he would join the Navy in May of 1941. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Kennedy’s first magazine cover appearance 5. John F. Kennedy Magazine.

Original November 1946, issue of Pic magazine, 10.25 x 13, featuring an image of a young John Kennedy on the cover, as he stands by his campaign desk, for an inside article called Youth in Politics, examining leaders emerging after serving in the military. A small blurb is printed inside about Kennedy, and he is quoted in the blurb saying, “I intend to make politics my life’s work.” In fine condition, with some creasing to covers, as well as some scattered light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

6. Joseph P. Kennedy. ALS signed “Joe,” two pages both sides, 6 x 9, Columbia Trust Company letterhead, no date. Humorous letter berating a friend. In part: “Well you Big Bum, The nerve and arrogance of you to address me in the manner you did. I see you mention the ‘HC’ as a ‘simple matter’ (why a ton of iron tied around a drowning man’s leg is as a feather compared to putting you into the HC when you can‘t furnish me one man in N.Y. to sign your application. Why you big fakir do you think I enjoy stalling along over a period of years with this thing. The reason I have done so is because to have done otherwise would have met an inglorious defeat. To attain bank presidencies, affections of H.L. & M.K. etc (with due modesty) required only to put over that energetic, capable, pleasing young man Joe Kennedy and to compare him with you, (why even your thick squash can see the way you suffer by comparison). However I have given up the battle at different times because I have been told you could not be put over and to wait. If you think I enjoy being turned down you are much mistaken and if you weren’t such a darn good scout—I would tell them and you to go to Hell. However, I am still on the job and doing my damdest. I know its hard to be patient but you’ll just have to be.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Presenting JFK with the Navy and Marine Corps medal for his PT-109 heroism 7. Frederick L. Conklin. Naval of-

ficer (1888–1974) who attained the rank of Rear Admiral after serving in World Wars I and II, and also a recipient of the Legion of Merit. Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9 photo of Conklin presenting a young John F. Kennedy his medal for heroism after rescuing crew members of PT-109, and affixed to an 11 x 14 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in blue ink “To Cornelius Greenway D. D. with kindest regards. As Captain MC US Navy it was my privlige [sic] to present the Navy and Marine Corps medal to Lt. John F. Kennedy USN at the US Naval Hospital Chelsea Mass on June 12, 1944. Fredric L. Conklin, Rear Admiral MC US Navy Ret.” Creasing to two corners of mount, one affecting a few letters of inscription, as well as some scattered mild toning and edge dings, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare FDC joint-signed by the Japanese destroyer commander and an Australian coastwatcher

8. PT–109. Commemorative FDC with a cachet honoring the christening of the USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier, signed on the front in black felt tip by Kohei Hanami, commander of the Japanese destroyer Amagiri that collided with PT–109, which at the time was carrying Ensign John F. Kennedy. In addition, the Australian coastwatcher, Arthur Evans, that rescued Kennedy and his crew, has also signed the FDC in blue ballpoint. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

9. PT–109 Crew and Survivors. Ten FDCs with cachets honoring John F. Kennedy, each signed in ink or ballpoint by a survivor or crew member of the PT-109. Signers are: Edmund Drewitch, Charles Harris, William Johnston, Maurice Kowal, Edmund E. Mauer, John McGuire, Patrick ‘Pappy’ McMahon, Ted Robinson, George Ross, and Gerard E. Zinser. In overall fine to very fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Pulling in volunteers for his senate campaign: “My brother has informed me of your presence at the meeting held in behalf of my candidacy” 10. John F. Kennedy 1952 Letter. TLS, one page, 6.25 x 9, Congress of the United States letterhead, July 7, 1952. Letter to Joseph Maher in Waltham, Massachusetts.

In full: “My brother has informed me of your presence at the meeting held in behalf of my candidacy on Wednesday, July 2. I sincerely wish to thank you for your interest and hope you can see your way clear towards helping Bob Grimes in Waltham. Bob informs me that you will aid us in registration, and I’m sure your experience along these lines can be very well utilized in this most important function.

Again allow me to express my appreciation, and I shall look forward to seeing you as the campaign progresses.”

In fine condition, with signature very light, but still legible.

Kennedy defeated Republican incumbent Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr. in the November 1952 election for the senate seat. With the campaign run by his brother Bobby, John Kennedy had made a point of visiting every city, town, and village in Massachusetts at least once during the campaign. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“We would never have been so successful against the Eisenhower landslide if it had not been for the effectiveness of our organization” 11. John F. Kennedy 1952 Letter. TLS signed “Jack,” one page, 8 x 10.5,

House of Representatives letterhead, November 13, 1952. Letter to a campaign worker. In part: “I want you to know how grateful I am to you for all your help over the past months. I am certain that we would never have been so successful against the Eisenhower landslide if it had not been for the effectiveness of our organization, an organization, in my opinion, that was the best that the state had ever seen. I am particularly appreciative of your help—for I know that the campaign took far too much of your efforts and energy away from your work, but it made all the difference and I am greatly indebted to you. I expect to go away soon for a few weeks, but I am looking forward to seeing you sometime soon to thank you personally. I hope you will let me know if there is ever anything I can do.” In a handwritten postscript, Kennedy adds, “Many many thanks for all your help Joe.” In fine condition, with a couple spots of slight staining and some light vertical creasing. A letter of great historical interest following Kennedy’s election to the Senate, a close victory over Republican incumbent Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr. Kennedy, with the help of his brother, launched an innovative and personal campaign that utilized volunteers across the entire state, an organization that he credits here as the backbone of his success. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Supporting additional funding for MS 12. John F. Kennedy 1953 Letter. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.25, United States Senate letterhead, April 16, 1953. Letter to a constituent. In part: “I wish to thank you for your recent letter in which you discussed…multiple sclerosis…Certainly the challenge offered to medicine by multiple sclerosis is as great as that offered by many of the better known maladies, and the need for funds is urgent. You will be pleased to know that the amount allocated by the Bureau of the Budget for research on multiple sclerosis is $840,000 this year, an increase of $565,000 over last year’s appropriation. I am quite hopeful there will be no appreciable cut, if any at all, in this appropriation. It has not, however, been reported out of the Senate Appropriations Committee. With reference to the petition of Mohawk Airlines, this matter, as you know, is presently before the Civil Aeronautics Board…Of course you can be assured that my position will always be to secure adequate and beneficial air line service to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a bend to lower right corner, and scattered wrinkling. An ink notation in an unknown hand along the bottom states part of this letter was copied and sent to another recipient. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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13. John F. Kennedy 1957 Letter. TLS signed “Jack,” with holographic ending, one page, 8 x 10.25, United States Senate letterhead, July 2, 1957. Brief letter to Professor Seymour Harris at Harvard University. In full: “Many thanks for your letter of recent date. I certainly appreciate your sending me the report and I will see that it gets in the record. I agree with you concerning Allott.”

Under his signature, Kennedy adds a short handwritten postscript which reads, “Thanks for taking the trouble to come—you were most helpful, as always.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Kennedy takes in the Irish–Spartans football game in South Bend

14. John F. Kennedy and Adlai E. Stevenson II Signed Ticket. Original ticket for the October 20, 1956, Notre Dame–Michigan State football game, held at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend. Signed on the reverse over the stadium seating chart in blue ballpoint by John F. Kennedy and Adlai Stevenson II signing his first name only. Expected handling wear, a vertical crease through a single letter of Kennedy’s signature, and light rubbing and fading to ticket face, otherwise fine condition. The number two ranked Spartans would trounce the Irish 47–14.

A neat association between Kennedy and football. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredible 1955 photo of the liberal Democrats’ core senators at play, with a young Kennedy behind the plate 15. John F. Kennedy, ‘Scoop’ Jackson, and Mike Mansfield Signed Photo. Vintage matte-finish 14 x 11 photo of Kennedy playing catcher during a game of pickup baseball, with Mansfield as umpire and Jackson at bat, undated but taken circa 1955 and signed and inscribed circa early 1960s in fountain pen, “To Janet Dennis—With best wishes, John F. Kennedy,” “To Janet Dennis—with best wishes, Henry M. Jackson,” and “To Janet Dennis with best wishes from Mike Mansfield, Majority Leader, U. S. Senate.” Reverse bears a United Press International Photo ink stamp. In fine condition, with a few creases to the upper left corner and moderate contrast to portions of Mansfield’s inscription and signature.

Although the Republicans held control of Congress in the early 1950s, the future of the Democratic party was bright, with several young and talented new senators on board, including John F. Kennedy in Massachusetts, Henry Jackson in Washington, and Mike Mansfield in Montana.

Taken on the athletic fields of Georgetown University during one of their semi-regular summer Sunday softball games, this famous photo captures the three friends as a group, while still highlighting the vastly different upbringings that gave them such a broad view. In his heavy work boots and undershirt, Jackson looks unnatural at bat, like a logger plucked from the woods of Everett, Washington, and given a bat for the first time. Kennedy, on the other hand, decked in a polo, khaki shorts, and boat shoes, looks tan and confident, as if he just stepped off a yacht. According to Robert Kaufman’s definitive biography on Jackson, Kennedy often staged such scenes to ‘convey an image of physical robustness that his poor health belied.’ His debilitating back disease prevented him from even running to first base during their games—he needed a pinch runner. Inscribed to Janet Dennis, wife of Kennedy’s friend and Democratic Mississippi legislator James Coleman, this is a wonderful photo capturing an early moment in the careers of JFK and two fellow up-and-coming politicians. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) 10 | November 13, 2013 | JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2

The Max Lowenherz Collection

Following the press frenzy surrounding the Kennedys’ wedding in September of 1953, the couple settled in to a relatively quiet and private life in their new Dent Place townhouse. With John focused on his responsibilities as Senator from Massachusetts and Jacqueline busy taking political history classes at Georgetown, the newlyweds enjoyed this brief period out of the limelight. Orlando Suero, staff photographer for Three Lions Picture Agency—keenly attuned to the appeal of the Kennedys and anticipating even greater interest in their future—saw a magnificent opportunity in this and, in April of 1954, proposed a story to Three Lions owner, Max Lowenherz: a life in the week of the up-andcoming senator. Lowenherz approved immediately, and Kennedy, with his eye on the White House and a clear understanding of the PR value that a ‘private’ glimpse held, signed on, welcoming Suero and the incessant click of his camera to Washington.

The twenty photo sessions that ensued during that week captured the balancing act that was the Kennedys’ life at the time, beautifully illustrating the professional, public, and personal facets in stunning detail. Whether at work—in his Senate office and at home, often with Jackie by his side; at play—tossing a football, painting in the sun, strolling down a sidewalk arm in arm; or at public events—dressing for formal occasions, preparing to host political dinners, attending galas; the charisma and grace that captivated the nation shines through in each image.

When McCall’s ran some of Suero’s images, Jackie was so pleased with them that she wrote to the photographer exclaiming, ‘they are the only pictures I’ve ever seen of me where I don’t look like something out of a horror movie.’ In 2001, Johns Hopkins University Press published many of the photos for the first time in a book titled Camelot at Dawn. Directly from the collection of Max Lowenherz’s son, these original prints from Suero’s historic visit with the Kennedys are some of the finest we have seen, showing an idyllic period in the young couple’s life, displaying an openness and ease that would soon be shut off from the world, as they stepped into the constant public scrutiny that comes with American political success.

16. John F. Kennedy Painting in the Backyard. Original first-generation 7.75 x 7.75 glossy photo of John Kennedy painting in his yard, mixing colors on a palette placed on his lap, with his easel placed in front of him. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and a small affixed typed caption, referring to Kennedy as “a Sunday painter…then decided he hadn’t sufficient talent to pursue the hobby, and quit.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and surface marks. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

17. John Kennedy Catching Bobby’s Pass. Original firstgeneration glossy 7.75 x 9.75 photo of John Kennedy leaning forward catching a football thrown off-camera by his brother Bobby as Ethel Kennedy looks on. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and a small affixed typed caption. In fine condition, with some scattered light edge and corner creases. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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18. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Having Breakfast in Their Georgetown Home. Original first-generation 9.25 x 6.75 glossy photo

of the Kennedys having breakfast in their Georgetown home, with Jacqueline refilling her husband’s coffee cup as he reads over the Christian Science Monitor. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption, which states, “the recently elected Senator from Massachusetts was especially avid for the news as interpreted by the Christian Science Monitor.” Missing lower right corner tip, and surface impressions from erased pencil notations on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

19. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Picking John Up from the Office. Original first generation 8 x 8 glossy photo of Jacqueline

picking her husband up from the office at the end of the day, taken from the driver’s-side window through the car, as John waves from the steps.

Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption mentioning that Jacqueline drove him home ‘from the office’ if their schedules permitted. In fine condition, with a couple light creases to lower left corner. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

20. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Reviewing a Senate Bill. Original first generation 9.5 x 7 glossy

photo of John and Jacqueline in their Georgetown home thoroughly going over a Senate bill he will introduce.

Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption, which reads, in part, “Neverending work of politics occupied the Kennedys at home…

Here a Bill he is going to introduce to the Senate gets a thorough going-over.” In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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21. John and Jacqueline Kennedy at Work in the Senator’s Office. Original first-generation 10 x 7 glossy photo of John

Kennedy at work at his Senate desk under the watchful eye of his wife as she tends to a pile of correspondence. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition, with some creasing to vertical edges. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

23. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Chatting with His Prep School Roommate Outside of Capitol Hill. Original first-

generation 7.75 x 7.75 glossy photo of the Kennedys sitting on a wall at Capitol Hill with John’s prep school roommate and very close friend Lem Billings. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption. In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

22. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Attending a Formal Evening Party. Original first-generation 7.75 x 8 glossy photo

of Jackie descending the staircase of their Georgetown home in a breathtaking crinoline gown, with her tuxedo-clad husband anxiously awaiting her at the bottom of the staircase. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption, which reads, in part, “In a summary bouffant gown…she comes down stairs for Jack’s approval. Short years later, everything Jackie wore was significant fashion news.” In fine condition, with some light creases to corner tips. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

24. John F. Kennedy Sitting at His Senate Desk. Original first-generation 8 x 8 glossy photo of John Kennedy seated at his Senate desk, his glasses in his hand, looking at someone off camera.

Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition.

Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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27. John F. Kennedy Photograph. Origi-

25. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Playing Football in a Georgetown Street. Original first-generation 10 x 8 glossy photo

of John, casually dressed in a sweater and sneakers, rearing back to throw a football down the street to his brother Bobby, as Jackie points in his direction. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

26. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Collaborating on Her Schoolwork. Original first-generation 10 x 8 glossy photo of John

and Jackie on a sofa in their home, with Jackie doing her college homework as John provides assistance. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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nal first-generation 8 x 10 glossy portrait of John F. Kennedy smiling pleasantly. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp.

Scattered creases, otherwise fine condition.

Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

28. Jacqueline Kennedy at Georgetown University. Original first-generation 6.75 x 9.5 glossy photo of Jackie reading from The History of the American People outside on the Georgetown University campus. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption. In fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

31. Jacqueline Kennedy Doing Homework. Origi-

29. Jacqueline Kennedy Decorating Their Georgetown Home. Original first generation 7.75 x 7.75 glossy photo of Jacque-

line arranging a small dish of roses on a table at the bottom of their Georgetown home staircase, with a photo from John and Jacqueline’s wedding also on the table, which shows the couple surrounded by other family members including Ted and Bobby Kennedy. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption. In fine condition, with a couple light creases and surface impressions.

Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

nal first-generation 6.75 x 9.5 glossy photo of Jackie doing her homework in their Georgetown home. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption which reads, “Jackie sandwiched in homework between hours of socializing required of a Senator’s wife.” In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

30. Jacqueline Kennedy Dining on Capitol Hill.

Original first-generation 7 x 10 glossy photo of Jackie sitting at a table on Capitol Hill during lunch, patiently awaiting her husband’s return. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption which states, “At times Jacqueline became tired of her own cooking and would…lunch with Jack on Capitol Hill.” In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

32. Jacqueline Kennedy in the Garden of Their Georgetown Home. Original first-generation 7.75 x 7.75 glossy close-up photo of

Jackie in front of a brick wall in the garden of their Georgetown home.

Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption which reads, “Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy is considered one of the most beautiful women around Washington. As the First Lady of the Land today, attention has been focused on her.” In fine condition, with a few creases along top edge. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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35. Jacqueline Kennedy on the Campus of Georgetown U n i v e r s i t y.

33. Jacqueline Kennedy Learning Domestic Skills from Mattie Penn. Original first-generation 8 x 10 glossy photo of Jackie

taking careful notes in the kitchen as she watches their beloved and most trusted housekeeper Mattie Penn. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original first-generation 6.75 x 9.5 glossy photo of Jackie looking across the campus of Georgetown University.

Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption. In fine condition, with a few minor edge creases. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

34. Jacqueline K e n n e d y Listening to Records in Their Georgetown Home. Original

first-generation 6.75 x 10 glossy photo of Jackie kneeling in front of the couple’s Victrola, albums strewn on the floor in front of her. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption mentioning her affinity for music.

In fine condition.

Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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36. Jacqueline Kennedy on the Phone at Her Georgetown Home. Original first-generation 8.25 x 8 glossy photo of Jackie talking

on the telephone while curled up in a chair in their Georgetown home.

Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption, which states, “Back in those days when Jacqueline Kennedy was a young housewife to John, she did all her own ordering for everything in her Georgetown house.” In fine condition, with a few light edge creases. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

39. Jacqueline Kennedy Posing with a Flower in Her Backyard. Original first-

generation 10 x 8 glossy close-up photo of Jackie holding a flower by her face in the small backyard of their Georgetown home. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

37. Jacqueline Kennedy on the Telephone. Original first-

generation 10 x 8 glossy photo of Jackie on the telephone in their Georgetown home. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp.

In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

38. Jacqueline Kennedy Outside of Class at Georgetown U n i v e r s i t y.

Original firstgeneration 7 x 9.5 glossy photo of Jackie looking over her notes one more time before the start of her political history class at Georgetown. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption which reads, “Jackie does some last minute cramming while awaiting her political history class to begin at Georgetown University’s Foreign Service School.” In fine condition, with some scattered light corner creases. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

40. Jacqueline Kennedy Selecting a Frame for Her Husband’s Painting.

Original first-generation 9.25 x 7.75 glossy photo of Jacqueline Kennedy in a Georgetown frame shop selecting a frame for a cityscape painting done by her husband.

Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and a small affixed typed caption. In fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

41. Jacqueline Kennedy Shopping in Georgetown. Original

first-generation 7.75 x 7.75 glossy photo of Jackie socializing with a florist in Georgetown, while her poodle strains against his leash as people walk by. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption. In fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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42. Jacqueline Kennedy Talking to Her Dog. Original first-

generation 8 x 8 glossy photo of Jackie speaking to her poodle through a door before leaving on a shopping trip. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption.

In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

43. Jacqueline Kennedy Training Her Poodle. Original

first-generation 10 x 8 glossy photo of Jackie training her attentive poodle with a rose on the patio of their Georgetown home. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

44. Jacqueline Kennedy Walking Her Poodle. Original

first-generation 8 x 8 photo of Jackie walking down a Georgetown street along with her poodle, on her way home from the frame store holding her husband’s oil painting of a streetscape. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption, referring to John as a “Sunday painter.” In fine condition.

Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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45. Jacqueline Kennedy Watching a Student Office Candidate on Campus. Original first-generation 8 x 10 glossy photo of

Jackie and a friend watching a candidate for a student office walk by wearing a large posterboard. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

46. Jacqueline Kennedy Talking to Her College Professor.

Original first-generation 10 x 8 glossy photo of Jackie and a man in uniform speaking to her Diplomatic History Professor Jules Davids inside his Georgetown University classroom. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp. In fine condition. Published in Camelot at Dawn, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

49. The Kennedys on Their Way to the Park to Play Football.

Original first-generation 9 x 8 glossy photo of John, Robert, Jackie, and Ethel Kennedy walking down a street in Georgetown, with Bobby holding a football, as the group heads to a nearby park. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption.

In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

50. Robert F. Kennedy Dining at John and Jackie’s.

48. The Kennedys: Jackie Photographing Bobby and Ethel.

Original first-generation 7.5 x 7.75 glossy photo of Jackie taking a photo of Bobby and Ethel Kennedy as they sit outside. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption which reads, “The Kennedys spend an informal afternoon with the Robert Kennedys.” In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original first-generation 6.5 x 9.75 glossy photo of Robert Kennedy petting his German Shepherd puppy while at an informal dinner party at his brother’s house, with Ethel seated next to him and John Kennedy’s longtime friend Lem Billings in the background, as well as his brother John’s feet visible in the lower right. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption. In fine condition, with some creasing along top edge. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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54. Robert F. Kennedy in Harlem. Origi-

51. Robert and Ethel Kennedy Sharing a Moment in Their Home. Original first-

generation 8 x 8 glossy photo of Robert and Ethel Kennedy sharing a personal moment on their sofa. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. stamp and an affixed typed caption.

In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

52. Robert and Ethel Kennedy in Harlem. Original first-

nal first-generation 6 x 9 semi-glossy photo of Robert Kennedy shaking hands with supporters on the corner of E 78th Street and 1st Avenue in Harlem during his 1960 senatorial campaign. In fine condition, with a small tear to top edge. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

generation 5.5 x 9.25 semi-glossy photo of Robert Kennedy speaking passionately in Harlem as his wife Ethel looks on intently. Reverse of photo bears a Three Lions Inc. label and an affixed typed caption.

In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

55. Robert F. Kennedy in Harlem. Original

first-generation 6 x 9 semi-glossy photo of Robert Kennedy looking skyward while visiting Harlem during his 1960 senatorial campaign.

In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

53. Robert and Ethel Kennedy in Harlem.

Original first-generation 5.5 x 9.25 semi-glossy overhead photo of Robert and Ethel Kennedy surrounded by reporters as they sit in the back seat of a convertible during his 1960 senatorial campaign. In fine condition, with a small tear to top edge. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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56. Robert F. Kennedy in Harlem. Original

first-generation 9 x 6 semi-glossy photo of Robert Kennedy in Harlem during his 1960 senatorial campaign. In fine condition. Photo rights: The Lowenherz Collection of Kennedy Photographs, Friedheim Library and Archives, the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Orlando Suero, photographer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

57. John F. Kennedy DNC Badge. Original laminated guest badge for the 1960

Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles, 2.5 x 3.5, permitting access to “Platform No. 1.” Badge is attached to a metal clip. In fine condition, with overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

JFK attends a pre-primary banquet in the hotly contested state of Wisconsin 58. John F. K e n n e d y Signed Ticket.

Original ticket to the Young Democratic Clubs of Wisconsin State Convention Annual Convention banquet, 4.5 x 3, held on March 19, 1960, at the Memorial Hall in Racine, signed on the front in blue ballpoint. Some scattered light toning and foxing, and pencil notations in another hand on reverse, otherwise fine condition. In just the second national primary of 1960, Kennedy challenged Hubert Humphrey in an effort to prove his ability to win in the midwest. He won the state, mainly due to a heavy catholic voter turnout, leaving many to still wonder about Kennedy’s appeal to non-Catholic voters.

He managed to squash any doubt as he trounced Humphrey three months later in West Virginia and went on to secure the Democratic nomination and the presidency. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

60. John F. Kennedy Opposing Campaign Card. Original

negative campaign card printed by the Christian Nationalist Crusade, 6.5 x 3.5, with one side reading “Stop Kennedy. Why?,” and the other side listing seven reasons not to vote for him.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

61. John F. Kennedy Campaign Charms. Two items: rare bracelet

charm given at the delegates to 1960 Democratic National Convention showing Kennedy’s PT-109. Charm measures 1.5˝ in diameter with a loop to hang from bracelet; and a gold PT-109 gift pin, 1.75˝ long, which Kennedy would hand out during campaign stops and in the Oval Office. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

59. John F. Kennedy Campaign Pins. Seven original campaign pins: two rare Jackie and Jack stickpins from their Berlin, Germany, trip; two “Kennedy for President,” oval tie clasps, depicting caricatures of Kennedy; a PT-109 tie pin; a red, white, and blue 1960 Kennedy campaign button; and a scarce celluloid pin back button which reads, “Elect John F. Kennedy for Vice President,” from the 1956 presidential campaign. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I do not speak for my church on public matters— and the church does not speak for me” 62. John F. Kennedy 1960 Religious Speech. Original copy of

Kennedy’s famous speech on religion from the publicity division of the Democratic National Committee, two pages both sides, 8.5 x 14, given before the Greater Houston Ministerial Association on September 12, 1960. Kennedy addresses his Catholic religion and the controversy surrounding it. In part: “While the so-called religious issue is…the chief topic here tonight, I want to emphasize from the outset that we have far more critical issues to face in the 1960 election…and they are not religious issues—for war and hunger and ignorance and despair know no religious barriers…contrary to common newspaper usage, I am not the Catholic candidate for President. I am the Democratic Party’s candidate for President who happens also to be a Catholic. I do not speak for my church on public matters—and the church does not speak for me. Whatever issue may come before me as President—on birth control, divorce, censorship, gambling…—I will make my decision…in accordance with what my conscience tells me to be the national interest, and without regard to outside religious pressures or dictates. And no power or threat of punishment could cause me to decide otherwise.”

Bears an ink stamp to the upper right of the first page, “File Copy Do Not Remove,” and an ink office notation. A few small tears and paperclip marks to the upper left, otherwise fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The president and the original Tokens guitarist share a moment at a formal function 63. John F. Kennedy Signed Photograph.

Vintage matte-finish 11 x 13.75 photo of Kennedy shaking hands with Joe Venneri at a function, with both gentlemen wearing name tags, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, “To Joe Venneri, with warm regards, John F. Kennedy.”

Photo is affixed to a slightly larger mount, with some light edge and corner creases and some scattered irregular ink adhesion to a few portions of signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Venneri was a member of the musical group The Tokens, best known for their 1961 chart-topping single ‘The Lion Sleeps Tonight.’ A crystal-clear oversized photo with neat association. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Stunning original print of Kennedy’s iconic Bachrach photo inscribed to the photographer 64. John F. Kennedy 1963 Signed Photograph Inscribed to Bachrach. Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9 bust portrait of Kennedy in a pinstriped suit affixed to its original 9.5 x 12.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “For Fabian Bachrach, With warm regards, John F. Kennedy.” The photo also features a gold embossed photographer’s stamp reading, “Fabian Bachrach” in the lower right corner. Gorgeously double-matted and framed with an engraved plaque to an overall size of 24 x 30.5. In fine condition.

According to Bachrach family legend, this portrait of Kennedy—the photographer’s most famous, among an astonishingly wide array of celebrity photos—almost failed to be. When Senator Kennedy sat for his photo in 1959, Bachrach returned to the studio to find that there were no useable images—all were either out of focus or showed Kennedy, suffering from chronic back pain, awkwardly standing. Desperate for a second chance, Bachrach phoned Kennedy’s office repeatedly, finally receiving an appointment for another session in the summer of 1960.

With his subject detained by all-night Senate proceedings, the photographer was about to leave when Kennedy finally appeared. With time for only six shots, he worked quickly and expertly, capturing not only what would become the presidential portrait—the image offered here—but also the wildly popular image of Kennedy seated in his leather armchair with the American flag behind him. As the only known print of this portrait holding the gold embossed Bachrach stamp, inscribed to Fabian Bachrach himself, this is a one-of-a-kind example of the most iconic presidential photo in American history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 23

66. John F. Kennedy 1961 Signed Document. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 19.75 x 16, October 27, 1961. President Kennedy appoints “Raymond G. Dwigans, of Texas…Collector of Customs for Customs Collection District No. 24.” Signed at the conclusion

by Kennedy and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury Douglas Dillon. In fine condition, with some slight skipping to last letter of signature, a bit of light soiling, and a couple of small vertical creases extending upwards from bottom edge. The gold foil seal is crisp and intact.

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

Rare 1963 White House Christmas card, signed less than 48 hours before leaving for Dallas 67. John and Jacqueline Kennedy 1963 Christmas Card.

Rare official White House Christmas card from 1963, measuring 4.5 x 6.5 closed, picturing a color image of the Creche in the East Room on the front. Card opens to a size of 9 x 6.5, with an embossed seal at the top and a pre-printed sentiment that reads, “With our wishes for a Blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year,” and signed below the sentiment in black ink by John Kennedy and in blue ink by Jacqueline Kennedy. In fine, clean condition. Two variations of these cards were ordered, some with “Blessed Christmas” omitted, and many with facsimile signatures.

Kennedy returned to Washington on the evening of November 18 from a trip to Florida. Sometime between his return and the evening of the 20th, both the president and first lady began to sign the cards at their leisure, but none were ever sent. These dual-signed cards were relatively unknown, even to the Kennedy Library, until the mid-1980s. Accompanied by a second card bearing facsimile signatures. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Fantastic menu signed by President Kennedy and fifteen of his distinguished guests at a 1962 Nobel Prize-honoring dinner 68. John F. Kennedy and White House Dinner Guests Signed Menu. Heavy cardstock menu for a dinner held at the White House on April 29, 1962, 4 x 6.5, signed on the reverse by 15 attendees, including John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, John Glenn, Ralph J. Bunche, Chen Ning Yang, Anne Fitzgerald Cori, Rufus E. Clement, Jerome Wiesner, Arthur Cantor, and Joe Rauh, and in pencil by Robert Frost and Jerome Wiesner.

Some staining and soiling to menu (affecting only the lower right corner of the signed side), otherwise fine condition.

‘I think this is the most extraordinary collection of talent, of human knowledge, that has ever been gathered together at the White House, with the possible exception of when Thomas Jefferson dined alone,’ joked President John F. Kennedy as he welcomed a distinguished group to a dinner honoring Nobel Prize winners of the Western Hemisphere on April 29, 1962. The guest list included 49 Nobel winners or nominees and dozens of other prominent men and women from the arts, education, and science, including astronaut John Glenn, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Robert Frost, and Attorney General Robert Kennedy. A wonderful and varied collection of signatures from some of the most influential figures of the 1960s. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

69. John F. Kennedy Presidential Bill-signing Pen. Pen used

by President John F. Kennedy to sign an unknown bill during his administration. Fountain pen measures 6˝ long with a Lucite handle imprinted with “The President—The White House.” Double-matted and framed with a color photo of Kennedy signing a bill in the Oval Office and an informational plaque to an overall size of 13.5 x 19. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Pen from one of Kennedy’s last bill signing ceremonies, the Mental Retardation Planning Bill in late October of 1963 70. John F. Kennedy’s Pen Used to Sign the 1963 Child and Mental Health Bill.

Fountain pen used by President Kennedy to sign the Maternal and Child Health and Mental Retardation Planning Bill. Presidential Lucite and black plastic Esterbrook fountain pen measures 6˝ long has “The President—The White House,” printed on the clear portion of the pen, and still retains some ink on the nib.

Pen comes with a cardboard box which is labeled in an unknown hand, “1576,” This pen was used by Kennedy in the Cabinet Room of the White House at a bill signing ceremony at 11:30 a.m. on October 24, 1963. One of several pens used that day to sign the bill, this pen was presented to Mr. John G. Fettinger, president of the National Association for Retarded Children. Pen is accompanied by a second-generation photo from the bill signing ceremony, with the president handing one of the pens to his sister Eunice Kennedy Shriver, with Fettinger, his wife, Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson and others in the background. Also included is a photocopy of Fettinger’s official White House invitation to the bill signing, several other photos of Kennedy speaking on the subject, with Fettinger seated by his side, and invitations to the 1963 and 1964 Annual International Awards for outstanding achievement in research, service, and leadership in mental retardation; and a program from the 1961 awards event. According to the JFK Library, this was the second or third to last bill-signing ceremony of Kennedy’s presidency, and one which was no doubt very close to his heart as mental handicap research and treatment were a personal issue for the family due in part to his sister Rosemary’s affliction. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Kennedy’s imported silk necktie given to his most-trusted special assistant

71. John F. Kennedy’s Black Necktie. One of

John F. Kennedy’s personally-owned and -worn neckties. Solid black tie bears a Wembley Priestly’s Nor-East maker’s label on the underside. Accompanied by a copy of a letter of authenticity from David J. Powers, the son of Kennedy’s special assistant David F. Powers, which states, “This solid black Wembley tie…was worn

by JFK and subsequently ended up with my father…

My father carefully separated this tie from others that were his alone and preserved it among his valuable memorabilia.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

72. John F. Kennedy’s Dotted Necktie. One

of John F. Kennedy’s personally-owned and -worn neckties. Imported silk navy blue and red dot tie bears a Charles Dillon, Inc. New York maker’s label on the underside. Accompanied by a copy of a letter of authenticity from David J. Powers, the son of Kennedy’s special assistant David F. Powers, which states, “During their travels, they frequently needed to switch from casual attire to something more formal. My father and JFK were not the same size, but that mattered little when it came to neckties. This Charles Dillon, Inc. imported silk navy and red dot tie, was worn by JFK and subsequently ended up with my father… My father carefully separated this tie from others that were his alone and preserved it among his valuable memorabilia.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Rocking chair from the family’s beloved Hyannisport estate

73. John F. Kennedy Rocking Chair. A rocking

chair from the Kennedy Hyannisport estate. Blackpainted wooden rocking chair measures approximately 3´ high and 24.5˝ wide, with Bentwood armrests and cattail back slats. The headrest bears a gold-painted eagle and two stars. Accompanied by a copy of an August 25, 1996, letter of provenance from Mindy Uhlman, great granddaughter of the chair’s recipient. Letter reads, in full: “This rocking chair (black) was given to Stephan [sic] Clarke who is my great grandfather. He worked for John F. Kennedy at the Hyannisport mansion for 22 years as a groundsman/ caretaker. While president Kennedy was alive and in office he gave thus rocking chair to my great grandfather as a gift of appreciation. Stephen Clarke died in 1985 and the chair was passed on to my mother Sandra Uhlman who then passed it on to me, Mindie Uhlman. Obtained August 1, 1995. In very good condition, with a repaired split to plank seat, some other small repairs, and scattered wear and chipping to paint showing an earlier paint finish underneath. Provenance: Remember When, Auction #41. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Remarkable personal effects from Camelot at sea: extraordinary lamp and chairs from on board the Honey Fitz, home to some of the first family’s happiest moments

74. John F. Kennedy’s Honey Fitz Chairs and Lamp. Two chairs and a table lamp from the presidential yacht Honey Fitz, gifted to former Petty Officer Hollis Beaty for years of faithful service to the Kennedys. The table lamp measures 31.5˝ high from the square base to top of the shade, with a wooden faux thatch design and a braided pull tassle. The matching pair of wooden chairs measure approximately 30˝ high and 28˝ wide. The rataan-style chairs feature high arm rests and semi-circular backs with no manufacturer’s marks or stamps visible.

Both come with matching green plaid cushions. In fine condition, with a couple trivial surface chips to lamps as well as a few scattered small separations to wood on chairs. Items come with an extensive folder of provenance, including service records from Beaty’s time on board the Honey Fitz and varied accounts from his wife, Judy Beaty, to whom the chairs passed upon his death.

Built by the Defoe Boat Works in Bay City, Michigan, and christened Lenore II in 1931, the Presidential Yacht took on a new life when sealoving Kennedy took office. Renamed the Honey Fitz in honor of his maternal grandfather and personally redecorated by Jackie, the ship held some of the Kennedys’ happiest moments—weekends on the Cape, Christmas and Easter holidays at Palm Beach, autumn getaways to Hammersmith Farm, and John’s final surprise birthday party in 1963. Some of the most iconic photos of the windswept first family were taken on Honey Fitz’s decks, including one of the president’s favorite photos of himself, shown on the cover of Dave Powers’s ‘Johnny, We Hardly Knew Ye.’ Inseparable from our thoughts of JFK, the yacht is a national treasure, and these pieces—taken straight from the ship and given to Petty Officer in Charge of Honey Fitz, Hollis Beaty, “required to meet and perform duties in the presence of VIP, including the President of the US”—are one-of-a-kind personal effects, capturing the president’s two deepest loves: his family and the sea. Never before seen on the market, these are items of the utmost rarity and desirability. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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1963 candid from the collection of Kennedy’s assistant

77. Jacqueline Kennedy. Hand-made Val-

75. John and Jacqueline Kennedy. Original color 8 x 10 photo

of John and Jackie dressed up for a dinner honoring the Grand Duchess of Luxembourg. Reverse bears an affixed descriptive label and is stamp-dated April 30, 1963. In fine condition, with a few surface creases to the upper left. Provenance: Estate of David S. Powers.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

76. Kennedy Receipts. Collection of 19 receipts along with several bank statements and other notes for purchases made by Mrs. Kennedy, all filled out in another hand, with the address being “The White House,” or “1600 Pennsylvania Ave.” Receipts include shoes, socks, and sneakers purchased from Best & Co.; bras and girdles from Bonwit Teller; handwritten receipts for cleaning their house in Hyannisport; music purchases and returns; Lord and Taylor; Bergdorf Goodman; and Woodward and Lothrop. All are stapled together with statements, stubs, and an August 1962, letter to Kennedy’s personal secretary, Mary Barelli Gallagher. In very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

entine collage, undoubtedly made by Jacqueline Kennedy, done on both sides of two sheets of 9 x 12 red construction paper with clipped paper doilies around the edges of two pages and bound together by red yarn. Partial articles by Drew Pearson and Betty Beale are on the cover. Page two pictures two dancers with the heads of John F. Kennedy and Robert McNamara affixed. Page three depicts two dancers with the heads of McNamara and Jacqueline Kennedy affixed. Headlines from February 17 and 18, 1962, Washington Post articles were affixed to pages 1–3. Photocopies of the actual headlines with articles are present. Examples: the word “Nuremberg” was cut off from a Feb. 18th article and replaced with the orchestra leader in the cover page headline: “Tragic Lesson of History / Pinpointed

by Lester Lanin.” Over a depiction of McNamara and Jackie dancing on page three, the name “Beethoven” was cut off and replaced to make the headline read: “McNamara’s Great Variations / Uncover Startling New Talent.” Accompanied by a hand-addressed envelope in Jacqueline’s hand, 6.5 x 5, to “The Secretary of Defense,” and “By Hand,” written along the bottom. Envelope also bears a pre-printed franking signature. Some missing sections of doilies, missing lower right corner of cover, and expected handling wear, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

78. Jacqueline Kennedy. Rare,

original color 17 x 14 cardstock print of the Kennedy family’s 1963 Christmas card. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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80. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Baby Gift. Adorable

79. Jacqueline Kennedy. Vintage oversized 15.5 x 19.25 matte-

finish close-up photo of Jacqueline Kennedy’s hairdo with her favorite sunburst pin visible from the side taken at the State Dinner for the Shah and Empress of Iran in 1962, and affixed to a slightly larger board. In fine condition, with some light discoloration along right edge.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

original handpainted mixedmedia artwork of a mother hen with four chicks, watercolor and appliquéd pinkand-white fabric on an off-white 11.75 x 15.75 sheet of artist’s cardstock, signed in the lower right by the artist, “Patty Carter.” Framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. This was originally given to the Kennedy family upon the birth of John F. Kennedy, Jr., on November 25, 1960, just two weeks after Kennedy won the 1960 presidential election. Overwhelmed with presents, this is one of the many baby gifts Jacqueline Kennedy gave to her personal secretary, Mary Barelli Gallagher. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

81. Jacqueline Kennedy. Collection of nine brief handwritten notes written or dictated by Kennedy to her secretary Mary Gallagher, on nine 5 x 8 sheets of White House letterhead. A selection of the notes reads: “Mary, Will you save all memos I write you—put date on them + file in that order Thanks.”

[According to Gallagher, this note was precipitated after the departure of Letitia Baldridge, Jacqueline’s social secretary, and she discarded many notes to the dismay of Mrs. Kennedy]; “Will you tell Dr. Travell I can’t see Dr. Walsh Wed am as that is Caroline’s school play she can make it Tues. Thurs or Fri that week—Tell me which—same time”; and “Mary will you get me some prints of these pictures when Indians came to children’s school, date at top 3/25/63.” In fine condition, with light handling and filing wear. Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Gallagher. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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83. John F. Kennedy Photographs. Two

vintage color photos: one glossy 10 x 8 photo of Kennedy in the Oval Office beside Connecticut Congressman-at-Large Benjamin F. Grabowski and his administrative assistant William J. Scully, with a foreboding rifle hanging on the wall in the background; and a satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the same scene. Both are stamp-dated September 11, 1963, on the reverse, and also bear stamps that read, “Robert H. Knudson, The White House.” Surface spotting and streaking to the vertically oriented photo, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

8 4 . J o h n F. K e n n e d y Berlin Photograph. Vintage

82. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Baby Gift. Original hand-

painted mixed-media artwork of a mother duck with three cute ducklings, watercolor and appliquéd red-and-white fabric on an off-white 11.75 x 15.75 sheet of artist’s cardstock, signed in the lower right by the artist, “Patty Carter.” Framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 16.5.

In fine condition, with glass missing from frame. This was originally given to the Kennedy family upon the birth of John F. Kennedy, Jr., on November 25, 1960, just two weeks after Kennedy won the 1960 presidential election. Overwhelmed with presents, this is one of the many baby gifts Jacqueline Kennedy gave to her personal secretary, Mary Barelli Gallagher. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

oversized 13.75 x 11 matte-finish photo, taken by award-winning photographer James K. W. Atherton, of a young boy who breaks through the barricades to reach President Kennedy during the motorcade to West Berlin City Hall on June 26, 1963. Signed in the lower left in black ink, “James K. W. Atherton.” Some creasing to lower right corner, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The presidentelect meets with Eisenhower 85. John F. Kennedy Arrival at White House.

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 press photo of Kennedy arriving at the northwest gate of the White House on December 6, 1960. Reverse bears an Associated Press Wirephoto stamp. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr. Kennedy, who would take office six weeks later, spent three hours at the White House, where he met with President Eisenhower to discuss major problems of peace, security, and freedom throughout the world. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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86. John F. Kennedy Photographs.

Five original glossy AP and UPI press photos, various sizes, including a photo of the baptism of John F. Kennedy Jr,, and the first couple stepping out to visit the inaugural balls after taking office. In very good condition, with scattered creases and moderate to heavy production highlights to several of the photos. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

87. John F. Kennedy Berlin Photograph.

Vintage oversized 13.75 x 11 matte-finish photo taken by award-winning photographer James K. W. Atherton in Berlin, on Wednesday, June 26, 1963, of President Kennedy standing on the platform at Checkpoint Charlie and looking at the dilapidated landscape across the Berlin Wall as his entourage stands below. Signed along the lower border in black ink by Atherton. In fine condition, with a few trivial corner tip creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

88. John F. Kennedy Campaign Bobblehead. Uncommon Kennedy presidential campaign bobblehead from 1960. Plaster of Paris bobblehead measures almost 8˝ tall with a Western Commerce Corp label affixed to the bottom of the base and shows a donkey dressed in a blue jacket, red and white striped pants, and a yellow hat wearing a campaign sash, with a label affixed to the base which reads, “John F. Kennedy.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce Kennedy rocker toy removed from the market on White House orders, with many destroyed after the assassination 89. John F. Kennedy Toy Rocking Chair. Scarce Kamar

J.F.K. & Rocking Chair, 1963, in the original box. Doll and rocking chair measure 11˝ high. Mechanism inside the chair plays the song ‘Happy Days Are Here Again’ while simultaneously causing the chair to rock back and forth. Includes the original tag and the original miniature newspaper for Kennedy to read while he relaxes. In fine condition, with mechanics a bit stiff but operational and some toning and creasing to box, as well as one side separation to cover. A 1993 article in the Los Angeles Times tells the interesting history of the doll. In mid-1963, The Kamar company sent one of the very first toys to the White House and received a friendly response, but was soon after contacted by administration officials demanding that the doll be removed from the market. The stated reason was that the dolls were ‘a violation of the president’s policy,’ but it has been speculated that the true reason was that the rocking chair would evoke the softly spoken rumors of the president’s health problems (since proved to be legitimate), and any such publicity would be unwelcome in the upcoming reelection campaign. Whether due to this pressure or emotions in the wake of the assassination later that year, the company decapitated the remaining stock, destroyed the heads, and replaced them with those of the Playboy rabbit. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 32 | November 13, 2013 | JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2

90. John F. Kennedy Banners.

Two identical printed fabric banners, 29.5 x 20, made for Kennedy’s state visit to Costa Rica to attend the Conference of the Presidents of the Central American Republics in March of 1963. Banner features a large image of Kennedy. In fine condition, with crisp intersecting storage folds. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

91. John F. Kennedy Pamphlet. Tri-fold pamphlet

from Texas featuring an image of Kennedy on the front, 3.5 x 8.5 folded, encouraging Texans to vote for “proposition one” to repeal the poll tax in a statewide vote that would occur on November 9, 1963.

In fine condition, with a light spot of soiling near Kennedy’s image. The proposition did not pass, and the Texas poll tax remained in place until it was ruled unconstitutional in 1966. An especially intriguing pamphlet, given the coincidence of Kennedy’s ill-fated trip to the state just two weeks after this vote. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

92. John F. Kennedy Certificate. Origi-

nal “Frontiersman Extraordinary” certificate presented to Clifford Cleary “in appreciation for loyal and dedicated effort in the General Election…is hereby appointed a charter member of the Kennedy Crusade to bring ‘The New Frontier’ to Maine.”

Certificate features printed images and signatures of Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson, and is also signed by Congressman James C. Oliver. Framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 17. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

93. John F. Kennedy Booklet.

Uncommon original booklet entitled, “Irish Visit: Complete Text of President Kennedy’s Speeches with Illustrations,” 5.5 x 8.75, which was sold briefly after Kennedy’s visit to Ireland in June of 1963. In fine condition, with some mild handling wear. Copies in such good condition seldom appear for sale. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Beautifully presented presidential golf balls— including one hit by JFK 95. John F. Kennedy. Set of five presidential golf balls presented in a special green and brown leather case resembling a book, gilt stamped on the front with the presidential seal and Kennedy’s facsimile signature. The spine of the case reads, “Top Golf,” and its interior is lined with supple leather and suede padding. The most important golf ball, marked “U. S. Royal 2 Special,” is of a simple style, with one side featuring the text “Mr. President” in plain type; this ball, not a part of the original set, is said to have been hit by President Kennedy, in the presence of White House photographer Cecil Stoughton. Three of the golf balls are branded “Spalding 3” and feature blue images of the presidential seal on one side and Kennedy’s facsimile signature on the other side. The fifth golf ball is essentially identical, but marked “Spalding 4.” In overall fine condition, with some light marks and toning to a few golf balls. These specially made presidential sets were only presented to a select few. Additional provenance information will be made available online. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Kennedy’s last typed statement, left on his desk before he could sign it 98. John F. Kennedy Final Typed Statement From Houston. Kennedy’s last typed state-

ment, drafted in Texas and left on his desk before he could sign it, as he died just 15 hours later: unsigned typed statement, one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, November 21, 1963. In part: “I am delighted to join the members of the League of United Latin American Councils of Texas in honoring their State Director, Joe A. Garza. Joe Garza’s contributions to the people of Texas have been formidable, but his work on behalf of LULAC in its academic scholarship program for deserving students of Mexican-American origin is particularly outstanding and worthy of commendation. One of our greatest hopes for the future lies with our young people, and how we prepare them today vitally affects our common destiny…Joe A. Garza, whom you honor here tonight, has lived and worked in the finest tradition of the LULAC and of all forward-thinking Americans.” Also includes two telegrams sent to Pierre Salinger, each one page, 8.5 x 5.5, stamp-dated November 19 and 20, 1963. The first, in part: “As the presidents plane approaches south Ft Worth please point to President and Mrs. Kennedy the large lighted sign…The letters ’Welcome JFK’ will be in bright amber lights. Size 14 feet by 30 feet each.”

The second, in part: “Informed locally presidential statement of greeting at Houston Airport has been cancelled.

Strongly suggest brief comment…Our Mike with CBS Eye will be in immediate vicinity of the reception line.” In overall fine condition, with mild soiling to the typed statement. All originate from the estate of the Assistant Press Secretary Malcolm Kilduff, who was serving as acting press secretary for the Dallas trip because Pierre Salinger was bound for Japan. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr. Just 15 hours before his death, Kennedy attended a meeting of the League of United Latin American Councils held at the Rice Hotel in Houston, on November 21, 1963, where he read a statement honoring Joe A. Garza for his work with the organization. Following his remarks, Jackie spoke briefly in Spanish, much to the delight of the audience. Today, this moment is recognized as an important turning point in the history of Latino involvement in American politics—never before had a president so specifically addressed the Latin American community or acknowledged Latinos as a legitimate voting bloc. An outstanding set of items from the last few days of Kennedy’s life. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Daydreaming of his time on the water, President Kennedy draws his final sailboat sketch the day before he heads to Dallas 99. John F. Kennedy Final Sailboat Sketch. Original vintage pencil sketch of a sailboat, drawn by Kennedy on an off-white 4 x 6 sheet of Rice Hotel stationery. Includes a typed note signed by Evelyn Lincoln, in full: “President John F. Kennedy arrived at the Rice Hotel in Houston, Texas at 5:00 p.m. on November 21, 1963, where he stayed for 3 1/2 hours. He left the Rice Hotel to go to the Coliseum to attend Congressman Albert Thomas’s dinner. Later that evening he went to the Texas Hotel in Fort Worth where he stayed over night.” Both the sketch and note are affixed at the top to foam-core mounts of the same size. In fine condition. Originates from the Robert L. White collection and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr, curator of the Gettysburg Museum of History. Published in Cabinet Magazine’s 2006 book Presidential Doodles. Provenance: Guernsey’s, 2005.

The most prolific doodler of all US presidents, Kennedy was known to cover entire sheets of paper with stacked boxes, repeated words, and small drawings—most frequently of sailboats. From 1952 until his death, Evelyn Lincoln accumulated and catalogued countless pages, including this: the final doodle of his life. Looking at this sketch, which reminds us of Kennedy’s own beloved sloop, the Victura, it is easy to imagine the president at the historic Rice Hotel, where he dined and attended a meeting, with his pad in hand, dreaming of the peace and freedom of the open ocean. In the summer of 1964, in the wake of the assassination, a collection of his doodles went on a memorial tour of twenty-three cities, after which they were returned to Evelyn Lincoln or prepared for the Kennedy Library, where a photocopy of this original piece remains.

Considered one of his most charming sailboat doodles and the most historically significant, due to its November 21st date, this is one of the most desirable pieces of Kennedy memorabilia available. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Original keys to the motorcade’s Lincoln limousine—ambushed in Dealey Plaza 100. Keys for Dallas Presidential Limo. Two metal keys to the presidential limousine that Kennedy was riding in when he was assassinated on November 22, 1963. Both keys are slightly longer than two inches and bear the Lincoln Motor Company’s logo impressed into the head. Includes a notarized statement from R. Steven Turner, in full: “This is an original set of keys to the Presidential limousine (SS-100-X) that President John F. Kennedy rode in on November 22, 1963. I obtained them from the Secret Service motor pool, while I was a criminal investigator with the Department of Justice.” Mounted, matted, and framed with an image of Kennedy riding in the limousine during the Dallas motorcade to an overall size of 14.25 x 17.25. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr.

The limousine that Kennedy was riding in during the ill-fated Dallas motorcade, code-named SS-100-X, was a 1961 Lincoln model 74A convertible modified to meet criteria set forth by the Secret Service. Although the conversion added over 2500 pounds to the weight of the vehicle, nothing was bulletproofed or armor-plated; the main security measures added were merely retractable steps and grab-handles for Secret Service agents. The car featured a hand-built 350-horsepower Ford MEL engine under the hood, which would have been started by the key on the left side of this display. The thinner key on the right side of the display would have been for the glove compartment and trunk. Kennedy’s convertible limousine is one of the most iconic elements in the story of the assassination—its open top a curse, providing fatal access to a would be shooter, and its powerful engine offering a final hope for life, racing toward Parkland Hospital after shots rang out over Dealey Plaza.

The keys to this most important vehicle are true historical relics worthy of any museum-quality collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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“One of Joe Kennedy’s best friends is planning to be in Washington” 101. John F. Kennedy’s White House Files: Lem Billings. Prep

school roommate and lifelong friend of John F. Kennedy (1916–1981) who worked on his presidential campaign and served the role of ‘first friend’ during his presidency. ALS signed “KLB,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Evelyn Lincoln, from Kennedy’s 1963 White House files.

In part: “Tom Schreiber who was one of Joe Kennedy’s best friends is planning to be in Washington on Friday with his wife & two children—He is also a very good friend of the President’s—He’s calling Ted Reardon—as he’s a good friend of his…send them over to Senate & Congress etc. However I told him to drop in to see you & that you would get him into the President if at ll possible. I think if the Pres isn’t overally [sic] busy—he’d like to see him for a minute.” In fine condition. Originates from the Robert L. White collection and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr. An especially interesting letter due its almost obsessive emphasis on friendship with regard to observations of the relationship between Billings and JFK—Arthur Schlesinger noted that Billings ‘glared with...suspicion at anyone whose friendship with JFK postdated his own,’ and Ben Bradlee said that he ‘had a natural jealousy. He didn’t want to share his friendship with Jack.’ A scarce and historic offering originating from the White House itself. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ranking Press Secretary Malcolm Kilduff’s collection of notes from the fateful trip to Dallas 104. Dallas: Malcolm M. Kilduff Six pages of Kilduff’s notes from during the Dallas trip on sheets and slips of various sizes, primarily pencil on lined yellow sheets. Various notes include: “Medal Honor winners Garcia & Adams,” “Houston…B.B.B. Rice Hotel,” “Dick Nelson to Bill Moyer[s],” “Knows LBJ still popular. LBJ Will Rogers Suite. Originals Remmington & Russells,” and “Albert Thomas—Tex, when plane sets down, VP & LBJ, JFK-JBC & Cong. Thomas, Houston, Present yellow roses to LBJ & JBK,” “Dallas...Baxton Bryant...Demonstrate against sponsors of lunch.” In overall fine condition, with various creases and wear. Notes originate from the estate of the Assistant Press Secretary Malcolm Kilduff.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr. Serving as Kennedy’s Assistant White House Press Secretary, and the ranking Press Secretary on the tragic trip to Dallas, Kilduff is best remembered for announcing the death of the president that fateful day in November. After receiving confirmation that Johnson was safely on Air Force One, he made the famous address to the press assembled at Parkland Hospital: ‘President John F. Kennedy died at approximately 1:00 CST today here in Dallas. He died of a gunshot wound to the brain. I have no other details regarding the assassination of the president.’ An interesting collection of typical day-to-day notes from what would become the farthest from a typical trip to Dallas. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 38 | November 13, 2013 | JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2

Official Secret Service pin, used by an aide on the tragic trip to Texas

Images larger than actual size.

105. Secret Service Texas Pin. A vintage Secret Service pin-type badge used in Texas on November 21–22, 1963, measuring

.75 x 1.5, featuring repetitive text on the front in extremely small type, “Secret Service Treasury Department United States,” with bold text imposed over this pattern, “A 42 USSS.” Text on the reverse reads, “Return to U.S. Secret Service, The White House.”

The badge is attached to a metal clip engraved with the name of the maker, “Plasticmaster, Los Angeles.” Includes a notarized letter from Martin E. Underwood to the original purchaser, Robert L. White. In part: “I turn over ownership of my secret service official clip on pin which I used in…Texas…I advanced the Houston Texas trip for President Kennedy…The clip on pin you now have was mine which I was wearing.” In fine condition. Originates from the Robert L. White collection and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr, which also states that it was deaccessioned from the Gettysburg Museum of History in 2010. A fantastic, government-issued item actually used in an official capacity during the ill-fated Texas visit. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

108. Kennedy in Fort Worth: Jim Wright. Glossy 10 x 8 photo

of Kennedy strolling across the street on the morning of the assassination, signed at the top in black ink, “A happy beginning to a very sad day—7:30 a.m. on Nov. 22, 1963, President Kennedy at Texas Hotel in Fort Worth, escorted by Senator Ralph Yarborough and me, Jim Wright.” Reverse bears a Dallas Morning News stamp. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

109. Kennedy Arrival at Love Field in Dallas: Clint Grant.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of John and Jackie on the tarmac upon arriving in Dallas, signed in black felt tip, “I photographed President and Mrs. Kennedy as they arrived at Love Field, November 22, 1963, Clint Grant.” Reverse bears a Dallas Morning News stamp. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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110. Kennedy Arrival in Dallas: James Swindal.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Kennedy upon his arrival in Dallas, signed at the top in black felt tip, “Col. Jim Swindal, Comdr. AFOne, Nov. 22, 1963, Dallas, Tex.” Reverse bears a Dallas Morning News stamp. In very fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

112. Dallas Landmarks. Three color

5.5 x 3.5 postcards, one depicting the Dallas Morning News Building and the other two depicting the Triple Underpass from different angles.

Two bear the signature of Joe M. Dealey, a former editor of the Dallas Morning News, and two have been postally used, otherwise overall fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

113. Texas Welcome Dinner Ticket. Original unsigned

ticket, 4 x 2.5, to the State Democratic Executive Committee Texas Welcome Dinner in honor of President John F. Kennedy and Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson at the Municipal Auditorium, Austin, 7:30 p.m., November 22, 1963. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas just hours before the dinner was to begin. Matted and framed with a color photo of the Kennedys and the Connallys in their limousine to an overall size of 20.5 x 21. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

111. Dallas Police and Secret Service. Collection of eight items, six signed.

Group consists of FDCs signed by Rufus Youngblood and Dallas Police Chief J. E. Curry; a color glossy 12 x 8 photo of the inside of Oswald’s cell; a glossy 4 x 4.5 photo of Officer M. Nick McDonald holding Oswald’s .38 pistol, signed in blue felt tip; a ballpoint signature of Jerry Hill on an off-white card; and photocopied photos from Dealey Plaza, one signed and inscribed in black ballpoint by Bobby Hargis and one signed in black felt tip by J. W. Foster; and a glossy 5 x 3.5 photo of Clint Hill atop the presidential limo shortly after the shots were fired. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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‘Texas Welcome Dinner’ on the night of November 22, 1963 114. Texas Welcome Dinner Ticket. Scarce original goldcolored ticket, number D10710, 4 x 2.5, to the ‘Texas Welcome Dinner’ presented in honor of President John F. Kennedy and Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, to be held at the Municipal Auditorium in Austin at 7:30 on November 22, 1963. In very good condition, with a vertical fold and staple holes to the left side, noticeable paperclip impression to top, some creasing to corner tips, and some fingerprint marks and soiling. More than 5,000 Austinites were waiting to welcome President John F. Kennedy at a fundraising dinner on the final stop of his tour of Texas. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

115.

Texas Welcome Dinner Program.

Scarce original program for the ‘Texas Welcome Dinner’ which was to be held at the Municipal Auditorium in Austin at 7:30 on November 22, 1963, one page, 8.5 x 14, listing the speakers for the event and featuring images and facsimile signatures of the honored guests: John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and John B. Connally. In fine condition, with a light band of toning to the upper border. Accompanied by transcripts printed by the State Democratic Executive Committee of Texas, featuring the speeches that Kennedy was prepared to give at the Trade Mart and Welcome Dinner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

116. Texas Politicians. Five

items: postallyused cover signed in black felt tip, “John B. Connally”; TLSs from Congressmen Olin E. Teague and Jim Wright, respectively dated 1953 and 1955; felt tip signature of Ralph W. Yarborough on an off-white 5 x 3 card; and an ink signature of Earle Cabell on an off-white 4.25 x 1.75 slip. In overall fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the Wright letter.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

117. Ralph Yarborough. Texas senator

who was in the Dallas motorcade, riding two cars behind Kennedy with Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson. Green Senate Chamber pass, 4 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and issued to a woman in August of 1960, signed at the bottom in black ink by Yarborough. In fine condition. Accompanied by an original 7 x 9 glossy UPI photo of Yarborough crying as he exits Parkland Hospital after the death of John F. Kennedy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

118. Dallas Trade Mart: Jesse Curry. Chief of the

Dallas Police Department at the time of Kennedy’s assassination (1913–1980).

Unused invitation to the Dallas Trade Mart Luncheon scheduled for November 22, 1963, measuring 7 x 9.75 open, signed at the bottom in black ink, “Jesse E. Curry.” Bears a JFK postage stamp affixed to the upper right, canceled on May 29, 1967. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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119. Dallas Trade Mart: Emory Roberts. Secret Service

agent in Dallas who was commander of the follow-up car detail in Kennedy’s motorcade. Unused invitation to the Dallas Trade Mart Luncheon scheduled for November 22, 1963, measuring 7 x 9.75 open, signed at the bottom in black ink, “Emory P. Roberts.” Bears a JFK postage stamp affixed to the upper right, canceled on May 29, 1967. In fine condition, with a trivial brush to first letter of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

120. Dallas Trade Mart Luncheon Invitation. Unused invitation

to the Dallas Trade Mart Luncheon scheduled for November 22, 1963, measuring 7 x 9.75 open, bearing JFK postage stamps affixed to the upper right, canceled in Dallas on May 31, 1967. In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

122. Dallas Motorcade. Collection of 11

items, consisting of various souvenir typescripts and statements, and two magazine photo, each signed by a member of the motorcade. Signers are: Bob Jackson (6), Winston G. Lawson, Rufus W. Youngblood (2), and Tom C. Dillard (2). In overall fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

123. Dallas Motorcade.

Great collection of 19 commemorative covers or philatelic souvenir cards, most with cachets honoring John F. Kennedy, each signed in ink or ballpoint by one of the people riding in JFK’s motorcade on the fateful afternoon of November 22, 1963. Signers are: Jack Bell, Jack Brooks, Earle Cabell, Mrs. Earle Cabell, Robert E. Clark, Tom Dillard, Henry B. Gonzalez, Seth Kantor, George Mahon, Lawrence O’Brien, Ken O’Donnell, David Powers, Charles Roberts, Ray Roberts, Hugh Sidey, Merriman Smith, Homer Thornberry, Jim Wright, and Ralph W. Yarborough. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Impressive collection of photos 124. Kennedy Assassination. Col-

121. Assassination Witnesses. Seven items: two satin-finish photos, 4 x 6 and 6 x 4, signed in black felt tip by James T. Tague; color glossy 10 x 8 photos, signed in blue felt tip by Ed Hoffman; commemorative cover with a cachet honoring JFK, signed in ballpoint by James Romack; and three business cards, signed in felt tip by Jean Hill, Beverly Oliver, and Bill Newman. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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lection of 14 items, primarily consisting of signed photos of various sizes and finishes, along with a couple letters and typescripts, each signed by someone associated with the events of November 22, 1963. Signers are: photographer James W. Altgens (2), Dealey eyewitness Jean Lollis Hill, photographer Tom C. Dillard (3), Dealey eyewitness Charles Bronson (4), LBJ’s Secret Service Agent Rufus Youngblood, Dallas Police Officer Bobby Hargis, and Ft. Worth Star Telegram reporter Jack B. Tinsley (2). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Still-sealed set of ‘Willis Exhibit 1’ slides 125. Collection of Twelve 35mm Slides Taken by Phil Willis.

Amazing collection of 12 color 35mm slides inside 2 x 2 mounts with typed notations, originally taken by Phillip Willis at Dealey Plaza on November 22, 1963, capturing the moments of Kennedy’s assassination. All 12 slides are identified with typed notations and accompanied by a printed informational sheet, one page, both sides, giving brief descriptions of each image, and signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Willis. These slides were reproduced in 1000 sets for resale purposes, and come in their original packaging, labeled at the top, “Assassination in Dallas—November 22, 1963. The last 25 seconds of happiness in the life of President Kennedy—and the tragedy.” A selection of the slides include, with the slide’s notations listed first, followed by the description on the included sheet: #4—”His last wave—First shot 3 seconds away.” “Now on Elm Street in front of the Texas School Book Depository, the Kennedys and the Connallys radiate happiness…this was the President’s last wave.” #5—”Assassin’s 1st. Bullet strikes the President.” “According to eyewitnesses and verified by investigators, this slide was taken at the exact instant the first bullet struck the president from behind. Arrow points to president.”

#10—”Questioning of possible suspects.” “Possible suspects were questioned and released if found not involved, while others were taken to headquarters for further questioning, in the meantime, the biggest manhunt in Dallas history is under way.” #12—”Fatal bullets fired from this window.” “From this window…the assassin fired the three shots which so suddenly ended the life and career of John F. Kennedy…and caused grief and mourning in all civilized nations.”

In fine overall condition. These twelve images served as ‘Willis Exhibit 1’ for the Warren Commission, before which he testified. The fifth image he took that day—showing the presidential limousine and its occupants, the United States Secret Service agents’ follow-up car and occupants, parade onlookers, and the grassy knoll visible in the background—was taken accidentally, when he was startled by the first of three gunshots he heard. This famous shot captured the image of the still-unidentified ‘black dog man’ on the grassy knoll, who many conspiracy theorists believe to be involved in the assassination.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Impressive collection of those involved with the assassination and its aftermath 126. Kennedy Assassination Display. Impressive display consisting of five items: a laminated registered letter envelope, 6 x 4.25, ad-

dressed by Lee Harvey Oswald to his mother, “U.S.A., Mrs. M. Oswald, Vernon, Texas Box 982,” postmarked Minsk, Dec. 21, 1961, with the return address written in Russian by Oswald, signing his name in Russian; a Silver Spur business check, 8 x 3, filled out and signed by Jack Ruby, payable to Hughes for $200.00, dated February 5, 1951; a lock of over ten strands of President Kennedy’s hair cut by a barber at the home of JFK’s brother-in-law Peter Lawford in 1963; a small swatch of bloodstained leather from the rear seat of the 1961 Lincoln Continental President Kennedy was riding in when he was assassinated; and a souvenir typescript on a cream 6.25 x 8.5 sheet of personal letterhead with embossed presidential eagle, signed in black felt tip, “Gerald R. Ford.” Ford’s statement regarding the findings of the Warren Commission.

In full: “In 1964, the Warren Commission unanimously decided: 1. Lee Harvey Oswald was the assassin, and 2. The Commission found no evidence of a conspiracy, foreign or domestic. As a member of the Commission, I endorsed these conclusions in 1964 and fully agree now as the sole surviving Commission member.” All five items are all cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 25.5 x 24.5. In overall fine condition.

The swatch originates from the collection of Raleigh DeGeer Amyx, and is accompanied by copies of documentation from F. Vaughn Ferguson, Technical Service Representative at the White House, as well as a certificate of authenticity from John Reznikoff. Also included is a copy of a letter of authenticity from barber Harry Gelbart, who cut Kennedy’s hair in Long Beach, California in July of 1963. An amazing collection of items from the most important men involved in the Kennedy assassination from start to finish. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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127. Kennedy Assassination. Collection of 52 items, primarily

consisting of ink signatures on off-white 3.5 x 2 cards, as well as a few letters, each signed by a figure associated with Kennedy’s presidency or assassination. Signers are: Carl Albert, Letitia Baldrige, Fouad Bashour, Hugo L. Black, Hale Boggs, William Joseph Brennan, Jr., Joe B. Brown (2), McGeorge Bundy, Thomas C. Clark, John Connally, Nellie Connally, John Sherman Cooper, Jesse E. Curry (2), Richard Cardinal Cushing, Everett M. Dirksen, William O. Douglas, Ralph A. Dugan, Allen Dulles, Gerald Ford, A. H. Giesecke, Jr., William R. Greer, Charles A. Halleck, John Marshall Harlan, Carl Hayden, Brooks Hays, Clint Hill (2), Sarah T. Hughes, M. T. Jenkins, Roy H. Kellerman, Evelyn Lincoln, Mike Mansfield, John J. McCloy, John W. McCormack, Malcolm O. Perry, David F. Powers, Timothy J. Reardon, Jr., Richard B. Russell, Pierre Salinger (5), Arthur Schlesinger, Jr., R. Sargent Shriver, Potter Stewart, Earl Warren (2), Byron R. White, and Jerome B. Wiesner. In overall fine condition.

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128. Kennedy Assassination Eye Witness Statements. Collection of 18

items, consisting almost entirely of souvenir typescripts of firsthand accounts of the assassination and its aftermath by various witnesses, as well as a couple signed photos, each signed in ink by the given witness. Signers are: Lloyd R. Viles, Billy H. Combest, Charles F. Brehm (2), Marilyn Willis, Jean Hill, Linda Kay Willis, Ronald B. Fisher, Otis N. Williams, James W. Altgens, Tom C. Dillard, W. W. Mabra, Jack W. Faulkner, John J. Solon, Roger Hill, Robert MacNeil, Bobby Hargis, and Ernest Brandt.. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

129. Kennedy Assassination: Ed Hoffman. Souvenir typescript outlining and

diagramming Hoffman’s experiences on November 22, seven pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the top of the first page in black ballpoint, “Ed Hoffman.” In part: “From his vantage point, Ed could see the first bridge of the Triple Underpass and the people on it. And he could see the area behind the wooden fence atop the ‘grassy knoll’…In the moments immediately before the assassination, Ed saw…a puff of smoke from the ‘suit man’ and assumed it was from a cigarette. Man in the blue suit turned, holding a rifle, and ran to the man at the switch box…The ‘suit man’ tossed the rifle over to the ‘railroad man’…

The ‘railroad man‘ received the rifle, dismantled it, stashed it in the ‘tool box,’ and started running north along the tracks.” Also includes a color glossy 4 x 6 photo of Hoffman, signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ink, and a TLS, three pages, 8.5 x 11, Deaf Ministries of North Texas letterhead, September 13, 1995, discussing his observations and statements. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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“John told me he saw JFK’s head EXPLODE & ‘his hair stood on end’!!!”

130. Kennedy Assassination: Ernest Brandt. Two souvenir typescripts of Brandt’s experience as a witness of the assassination, each one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint, “Ernest C. Brandt.” In part: “On top of the underpass, I saw a man on a cement pedestel at the south end of Pergola adjusting a camera. I turned to my client, John, and said ‘Now there’s a guy who is going to get some good pictures of the motorcade.’ At that time, I did not know the man’s identity, but it turned out to be Abraham Zapruder…JFK’s convertible began to approach us…

When he reached a position slightly past me, I heard a very loud noise…I could tell it was a gunshot. Naturally, I was frightened…I quickly ran, finding some refuge behind a tree…My client had remained there during the entire episode. He told me he watched as the third shot hit JFK’s head.” Also includes an ALS from Brandt, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, December 4, 2003. In part: “The president’s condition following the shots. It is true I did not know, but John told me he saw JFK’s head EXPLODE & ‘his hair stood on end’!!!

So John figured that JFK had been mortally wounded.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The Dallas trip and tragedy 131. John F. Kennedy Assassination 35mm Color Slides. Collection of 20 color 35mm

slides inside 2 x 2 mounts with typed notations, depicting Kennedy’s motorcade as well as a few other locations related to the assassination. Produced by Meston’s Travels of El Paso, all 20 slides are identified with typed notations and remain sealed in their original cellophane packaging. Eight of the slides depict Kennedy’s motorcade, including the start, cheering crowds, close-ups of the president and vice-president with their wives, and the limousine on its way to Parkland Hospital.

Others show Love Field, the Texas School Book Depository, Texas Theatre, Oswald’s house, and the location where officer J. D. Tippit was killed. In fine condition, with foxing to package label and the cellophane retaining an ‘accordion’ shape due to folded storage. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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132. Kennedy Assassination: Mrs. John Connally. Souvenir

typescript of Nellie Connally’s chilling testimony before the Warren Commission, one page, 11 x 8.5, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint, “Mrs. John B. Connally.“ In part: “I did turn to the President and said, ‘Mr. President, you can’t say Dallas doesn’t love you.’ Then I don’t know how soon, it seems to me it was very soon, that I heard a noise.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

134. Kennedy Assassination: Henry Gonzalez. Souve-

nir typescript of an interview with Gonzalez from a 1988 interview with the Dallas Morning News, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ink, “Henry B. Gonzalez.” In part: “I…went over to the limousine and looked down in horror at the blood-soaked seat and floorboard and trampled roses and I said, ‘My God, Mrs. Kennedy was hit.’ I still didn’t want to believe the president was shot…It suddenly dawned on me that it was the president, and then tears came to my eyes, and I couldn’t control myself”; and a TLS signed “Henry Gonzalez,” one page, 8.5 x 11, congressional letterhead, June 24, 1993. In part: “As you requested, I am pleased to autograph the excerpts from the Dallas Morning Herald feature from 1988.” In overall very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

136. Kennedy Assassination: Robert McNamara. Souvenir

typescript excerpted from William Manchester’s Death of a President, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint, “Robert S. McNamara.” In part: “The Pentagon’s command center sounded a buzzer…McNamara had a tremendous reputation, and he deserved it…he kept his head and made all the right moves.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“This car was the car directly in front of the President’s car” 135. Kennedy Assassination: Winston Lawson. Two identical souvenir typescripts of Secret Service agent Winston G. Lawson’s experience during the assassination, each two pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint, “Win Lawson.” In part: “I was riding in an unmarked police car, which is termed the lead car…This car was the car directly in front of the President’s car. We were controlling the motorcade from this position depending upon the speed of the President’s car…It was about the time our car was arriving at this bridge when I heard the first shot. I believe I heard two more sharp reports…Almost immediately the President’s car leaped ahead. We also rapidly accelerated…I gave a radio signal that we would not stop at the Trade Mart. I also requested Chief Curry to contact the hospital for doctors, and stretchers.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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“Of course it’s been many years but I still feel I heard 5 shots” 137. Kennedy Assassination: Maurice Orr.

Handwritten firsthand account of Orr’s experience as a witness of the assassination, two pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the top in black ballpoint, “Maurice Orr.” In part: “I was standing on the curb on Elm St. about halfway between the corner and the triple underpass. I say about 20 or 30 feet from the car they were riding in. If he shot out of the Book Depository Bldg. then the shots went right over my head…The first I saw was the First Lady jump to the Pres., then one or two of the CIA or SS men lay down over them as to protect them…Of course it’s been many years but I still feel I heard 5 shots. There was so much going on at the time I could talk an hour on things I saw…I don’t remember talking to anyone of responsibility.” Also includes an ALS signed “Maurice,” one page, 6 x 8, no date, transmitting the firsthand account and describing where in Dallas he lived. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

138. Kennedy Assassination: William Zedlitz.

Souvenir typescript of Dr. Zedlitz’s recollection of the events of November 22 at Parkland Hospital, three pages, 8.5 x 11, initialed at the bottom of the first two pages and signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint, “William H. Zedlitz, M. D.” In part: “A page came in on the overhead speaker asking for Dr. Shires to go to the emergency room ‘STAT’…no one pages him to go anywhere, and since I knew Dr. Shires was not in town at that time, I decided to go down to the ER to see what the urgency was…In the center of the trauma room and lying on the gurney unclothed, was a large man. At that moment I recognized President John F. Kennedy as the man…I was trying to assess the situation and as far as I could tell, the patient had a massive head injury to the posterior and right occipital-parietal area of his head…the crew was doing all it could to save him but the head injury was so severe I felt that he had very little chance of survival.” Also includes a TLS transmitting the typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, March 2, 2007. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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139. Kennedy Assassination: Dean Rusk. Souvenir typescript of Rusk’s

experience in the aftermath of the assassination, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint, “Dean Rusk.”

In part: “On Nov. 22, 1963, six members of President Kennedy’s Cabinet…were on a plane on the way to Tokyo…When we were one hour west of Hawaii, the pilot of our plane brought back to my cabin a one-line Associated Press ticker tape from a machine that we had on board stating simply that President Kennedy had been shot in Dallas…I have never tried to put into words the stunned anguish and dismay that all of us felt about the terrible tragedy of Nov. 22.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“The Secret Service is going to have a heart attack!”

140. Kennedy Assassination: Jim Willmon. Handwritten

firsthand account of Willmon’s experience as a witness to the assassination, two pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint, “Jim Willmon, 10/10/98.”

In part: “Time has taken its toll on the exact memory of what went on that day. I remember very well that there was enough time between the first shot and the others that I had time to make the remark about the Secret Service.” In fine condition. Thinking that the first shot was actually a car backfiring, Willmon had joked, ‘The Secret Service is going to have a heart attack!’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

141. Kennedy Assassination: Reporters. Biographical

sheets describing the activities of various reporters on the day of the assassination, three pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, signed on both sides in ink by 37 of those involved in the coverage. Signers are: Tom Alaya, James W. ‘Ike’ Altgens, Hugh Aynesworth, Eddie Barker, Kent Biffle, Alex Burton, Mike Cochran, Horace Craig, Jimmy G. Darnell, Tom Dillard, James Ewell, John de la Garza, Jr., Jerry Haynes, Robert S. Huffaker, Bob Jackson, Robert A. Jarobe, Ferd Kaufman, James R. Leavelle, Ron McAllister Jenkins, John McConal, Tom Milligan, Ike Pappas, Darwin Payne, George Phenix, Bob Porter, Ted W. Powers, Lawrence J. Schiller, Bert N. Shipp, David Taylor, Russ Thornton, Jack B. Tinsley, Harold T. Waters, Bob Welch, Bill Winfrey, Wes Wise, Mary Woodward, and Tony Zoppi. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a pamphlet for a ‘Reporters Remember’ event held in 1993, presumably where this was signed. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

142. Jean Hill. Eyewitness to the Kennedy assassination, referred to as the ‘Lady in Red,’ who stated she witnessed a shooter on the grassy knoll. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Hill in Dealey Plaza moments after John F. Kennedy was shot, with Hill identified by a white arrow, signed in red felt tip, “Jean Hill 11-22-63.” In fine condition, with light irregular ink adhesion to signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

146. Walter Cronkite. Sou-

venir typescript of Cronkite’s famous broadcast, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in ballpoint, “Walter Cronkite.” In part: “Here is a bulletin from CBS News…In Dallas, Texas, three shots were fired at President Kennedy’s motorcade in downtown Dallas. The first reports say that President Kennedy has been seriously wounded by this shooting…apparently official, President Kennedy died at 1:00 p.m. Central Standard Time…Vice President Johnson has left the hospital in Dallas…Presumedly he will be taking the oath shortly and become the 36th President of the United States.”

In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the lower right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

147. Parkland Hospital. Five items: two

143. Jean Hill. Color 11 x

8.5 photocopied photo of the moments after Kennedy’s assassination, with Hill crouched down on the grass of Dealey Plaza, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a red personal business card, proclaiming Hill, “The Last Dissenting Witness,” and signed on the reverse in black ink, “Jean Hill, 11-98.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

144. Clint Hill and James Altgens. Glossy 10

x 8 photo of the motorcade just moments before the fatal shots rang out, signed in black ink, “Clint Hill” and “I took this photo on November 22, 1963—James W. Altgens”; and an ALS from Hill, one page, 5.25 x 8.5, transmitting the signed photo.

In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

145. John Connally.

Mailing envelope, 6.5 x 3.5, bearing four Sam Houston commemorative postage stamps and a January 10, 1964, Houston, Texas, cancellation, signed in black ink by Connally. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

souvenir typescripts describing events at Parkland, one signed

by Henry B. Gonzalez and the other signed by Dr. Malcolm O. Perry; an ANS by Perry at the bottom of an admirer’s letter, in part: “The media took my comments out of context. I said the small anterior throat wound looked like an entrance wound, but I qualified that by saying that neither Dr. Clark nor I knew how many bullets were involved, nor where they originated”; ballpoint signature of ambulance driver Aubrey Rike on an off-white slip, matted below a souvenir typescript describing his experience to an overall size of 10 x 8; and a glossy 10 x 8 photo of the exterior of Parkland Hospital after the shooting, signed and inscribed in the lower border in ballpoint by Malcolm Kilduff, press secretary to JFK while in Dallas. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Postmarked November 22, 1963 148. White House Envelope Postmarked Nov 22nd.

Original White House envelope, 8.25 x 5.5, postmarked on the day of the assassination, November 22, 1963.

Includes the original promotional materials enclosed: a matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of the Kennedy family, and a pamphlet about the White House. The recipient wrote lengthy notations on the reverse of the envelope and photo describing the assassination. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $250)

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Personally-worn outfit from his two-year-old portrait 149. Lee Harvey Oswald. Oswald’s personally-

owned and -worn ‘sailor suit’ suspenders outfit from when he was a toddler, consisting of buttoning navy cloth with anchor-shaped buckles.

Includes an original vintage color matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Oswald wearing the clothes, notated in the lower right corner by his mother, “Lee, Age 2,” as well as on the reverse, “Lee—2 years.”

In very good condition, with some soiling to inside and a few small moth holes (one noticeable to the right pant leg). Accompanied by letters of authenticity from his older brother, Robert L. Oswald, as well as a 1963 glossy press photo featuring the image of him in the clothes. Oswald’s upbringing was an unusual one—his father passed away two months prior to his birth, and Marguerite Oswald was an ironic combination of absentee parent and overbearing mother. In January 1942, she committed her other two sons, Robert and John, to an orphan asylum called the Bethlehem Children’s home; Lee remained with her because he was too young to be admitted—just two years old, the period that this clothing is from. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Oswald’s tie worn when he was picked up for brawling with anti-Castro Cubans in New Orleans 150. Lee Harvey Oswald. Oswald’s personally-owned and -worn necktie.

Beige necktie bears a small embroidered crest with no maker’s labels. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his brother Robert, which reads, in part: “Sometime in the mid 1970s, Mother sent me a tie which she told me belonged to my brother Lee. She also told me this was one of the ties Lee wore in New Orleans…New Orleans television station WDSU filmed my brother Lee at the New Orleans police station on August 9, 1963 after his arrest for brawling with the anti-Castro Cuban exiles, The ‘Lee Harvey Oswald in New Orleans’ video on YouTube…shows my brother Lee and the Cuban exiles in the…police station on August 9, 1963. Lee can be clearly seen wearing the necktie.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unprecedented pairing of highly personal items worn by Oswald at the very beginning and end of his life 151. Lee Harvey Oswald. Lee Harvey Oswald’s blue and white bead baby necklace, worn by Oswald as a new born at the French Hospital in New Orleans. The intact necklace measures approximately 4.25˝ long with his last name, “Oswald,” spelled out in black letters on white beads. Necklace is taped to an 8.5 x 11 off-white sheet, notated at the top by Oswald’s mother Marguerite, “Lee Harvey Oswald, Born N. O. La, October 18, 1939 at ‘The French Hospital,’ necklace around neck for identification, Sent to Mother-Dad at birth.” Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Oswald’s bother Robert, stating the necklace was worn by his brother and the notations on the sheet were done by his mother.

Original tag used to identify the body of Lee Harvey Oswald at the Parkland Hospital morgue, with affixed lock of hair and expected staining.

Tag measures 3 x 4.75, with the date, “11/24/63,” the address “1026 N. Beckley,” and the name “Oswald, Lee Harvey” filled in in type. The remainder of the tag has been filled in by Dr. Tom Shires, Chief of Surgery at Parkland Memorial Hospital. He writes the time of death, “1307,” “Surg,” for surgery under “Service” and he signs his name, “Tom Shires” in the space beneath “Pronounced dead by Dr.” The “Admitting Office Notified” area has “1310” written beside it, meaning 1:10 PM, and the “Signature of Nurses” section has been left blank. Handwritten on the bottom third of the tag in the space marked “Use Addressograph Plate” is “EOR #25260 / Parkland Hospital / Dallas, Texas.” A lock of Oswald’s hair has been tied to the tag with white thread. This tag was removed by Jay Phillips, a 22-year-old Emergency Ambulance driver for the Miller Funeral Home in Fort Worth, Texas. Accompanied by a letter from Phillips to his parents detailing his trip to the hospital and how he acquired the tag. In part: “We rolled our cot down to the morgue and we were followed by dozens of cameramen. We went into the morgue and got Oswald out of the cooler and on to the cot. As we left we were filmed by every major news agency you could imagine…We then went to the funeral home and we were guarded by the police till we got rid of him…The tag is the toe tag I took off the body.” Also included is Phillips’s 1963 ambulance driver permit issued by the city of Fort Worth and a clipped newspaper article mentioning Phillips retrieving Oswald’s body from Dallas. In fine overall condition, with some creases and light stains to tag. Provenance: The Pugliese Collection: Guernsey’s, 2008. RR Auction COA.…(MB $5000) | 51

Warren Commission exhibit 240: Oswald writes his mother while patiently waiting for his wife’s visa to enter the United States 152. Lee Harvey Oswald. ALS signed “Love xxx, Lee,” on a colorful 5.75 x 4.25 nuclear-themed May Day postcard, May 10, 1962. Postcard

to his mother reads, in full (with grammar and spelling retained): “Well theres nothing much new, we are just waiting for the Embassy to finish up the paper work and give us the word they are very slow about it. weather here is good June is getting big, Marina is O.K and so am I. Will write when something new comes up.” Oswald has addressed the postcard to, “U.S.A. / Vernon, Texas / Mrs. M. Oswald,” with Lee writing his return address at the bottom, in Russian, and signed “A. Oswald.” In Russia he was “Alek.” The address has been lightly crossed out with a forwarding address written below in another hand. Correspondence side is also labeled in pencil, “EX 240,” for Warren Commission Exhibit No. 240. In fine condition.

Coincidentally, on the day Oswald wrote this postcard, Joseph P. Norbury, American Consul at the US Embassy in Moscow, wrote Oswald, in part, “I am pleased to inform you that the Embassy is now in a position to take final action on your wife’s visa application. Therefore, you and your wife are invited to come to the Embassy at your convenience.” The Warren report states that “Marina Oswald picked up her visa, valid until December 1, 1962, on January 11, 1962. Oswald did not pick up his visa until May 22 [after Marina had received her visa from the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service]…Because his exit visa had a 45-day expiration time after date of issuance, Lee Oswald delayed picking it up until he knew when he was leaving.” Postcard originates from the collection of Dr. John K. Lattimer (1914-2007). Lattimer was a doctor and renowned collector who who did extensive research on the Lincoln and Kennedy assassinations, becoming the first non-affiliated medical specialist, chosen by the Kennedy family, to examine the medical evidence related to the Kennedy assassination. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) 52 | November 13, 2013 | JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2

Awaiting visas to return to America, Oswald writes from Russia, “On Nov. 7-8 the big revolution day holidays will come off. They’ll be a lot of red flag waving and firworks like on the 4th of July in the States” 153. Lee Harvey Oswald. ALS signed “Your brother, Lee,” two

pages, lightly-lined, 5.5 x 8, October 22, 1961. Letter to his brother Robert. In full (with grammar and spelling retained): “Well, Its been a month or more since I’ve written and also a long time since I’ve heard from you. Our deal about the exit Visa is still going on, something is holding it up, mostly about my wife since she is a Soviet citizen, but as I so [said], its hard to get out of this place, in general. Marina is in the city of ‘KHKob,’ [Kharkov] about 600 miles South east of Minsk, on her vacation, she’s living with her aunt, we both agreed a change of senerey was good for her, she comes back on the 1st of November.

From ‘KHKob’ she sent me a beauifill gold and silver cup with the insription ‘To my Dear Husband on his birthday 18/V,/61’ Very Nice, HuH? She is sweet. When is your birthday anyway sometime in July isn’t it?

How is Vada doing? Did you get my last letter with some pictures of Minsk in it? I think around New Years, if I’m still unlucky enough to be around here, I’ll call you on the telephone O.K.?

Hows the hunting out at the farm? Still good I bet. I got a letter from the Embassy the other day, they are keeping in touch as to developments with the exit visa. Soon, on Nov. 7-8 the big revolution day holidays

will come off. They’ll be a lot of red flag waving and firworks like on the 4th of July in the States. Well, that’s about all for now. Write Soon.”

In fine condition. This letter was Warren Commission Exhibit 306 and originates from the collection of Dr. John K. Lattimer (1914-2007).

Lattimer was a doctor and renowned collector who who did extensive research on the Lincoln and Kennedy assassinations, becoming the first non-affiliated medical specialist, chosen by the Kennedy family, to examine the medical evidence related to the Kennedy assassination.

At the time of writing this letter, Oswald had already spent months struggling to obtain exit visas for himself and his then-pregnant wife from the Soviet government. While there seems to be a slightly optimistic undertone to this message, he would grow increasingly agitated with such difficulties and bureaucratic roadblocks that he would eventually write to Senator John Tower, saying that the Soviet Union was holding him, a citizen of the US, ‘against his will and expressed desires.’

Also particularly interesting is Oswald’s closing comment in which he draws the comparison between holidays celebrating the American and Russian revolutions—a commonality between these otherwise diametrically opposed nations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 53

“Both of us have now recivied Soviet exit visa’s to leave the Soviet Union” 154. Lee Harvey Oswald. ALS signed “Love Lee,” three pages,

lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 7.75, January 2, [1962].

Letter to his mother. In full (with grammar and spelling retained): “Well, I have pretty good news we shall recive our visa’s about the middle of Febuary, which means we may arrive in the U.S. about the 1st of March give or take a month or so. I would like you to do something important fir us, get in touch with the Red Cross in Vernon, ask them to contact a organization, called ‘International rescue committe,’ or any organization which aid’s persons from abroad get resettled. There are many such organizations. We need $800.00 for two tickets from Moscow to New York and from N.Y. to Texas.

You show them the enclosed letter from the American Embassy [photocopy of the letter, Warren Commission Exhibit No. 241, is included].

You can tell the Red Cross that at this writing my wife has been granted non-quoto immigration stutus for entrance into the United States, and that both of us have now recivied Soviet exit visa’s to leave the Soviet

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Union. These visa’s will be good until about the middle of april. Tell them all outstanding documentation has already been resolved. We only need the money for the tickets now.

Ask them to contact the American Embassy, Moscow for information and if they send money, to send it; c/o U.S. Embassy, Moscow U.S.S.R. I want you to try to get the money through some organization, and not try to collect it yourself, alone. Do not, of course, take any loan only a gift. and don’t send your own money. A lot of such organizations exist which help people in our case, so it won’t do any harm to take a try. We recivied you Christmas card with Photo’s they were very good, both of us enjoyed them very much. Write Soon.” In fine condition, with a thin mounting strip on top of lamination on second page. This letter was an official exhibit (No. 189) in the Warren Commission investigation into JFK’s assassination and, like most of the exhibits, is protectively and permanently soft-laminated. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Incredibly scarce military papers for an unsettled Oswald, issued one week before his defection to the Soviet Union 155. Lee Harvey Oswald. DS, signed “Lee

H. Oswald,” one page, 8 x 10.5, September 2, 1959. Reassignment order issued to “Private First Class (E-2) Lee H. Oswald 1653230/6741 USMC.” Order reads, “1. Delivered for compliance on 3 September 1959. 2. You will report to the Commanding General, MCAS, El Toro (Santa Ana), California for separation. 3. Your service records are entrusted to your care for safe delivery to your new commanding officer.”

Signed at the conclusion by Oswald, also filling in the date and time he received the orders.

Accompanied by an unsigned related document listing Oswald, along with two others, who are also being reassigned. Punch and staple holes to top edge, slight paper loss to top left corner, and a few wrinkles, otherwise fine condition.

After dropping out of high school, seventeenyear-old Oswald enlisted in the US Marine Corps on October 24, 1956, to be trained as a radar operator. Mediocre at best in his military performance and unpredictable in his behavior, he received a series of reprimands—two appearances before the court-martial, a demotion to private, and a brief imprisonment in the brig—before being transferred to El Toro on September 2, 1959. One week later he was granted a disability discharge, claiming that his mother was in poor health and needed his care, and was put on reserve. Upon leaving the Marines, he quickly defected to the Soviet Union in an attempt to become a citizen there and leave his life in America behind. Visiting the American embassy to renounce his US citizenship, Oswald announced that he planned to make known confidential information concerning the Marine Corps and his position there; such statements led to his ‘hardship’ discharge being changed to ‘undesirable’ shortly thereafter. Uncommon in any form, this document signed by Oswald relates to a tumultuous period in the future assassin’s life, four years before he would take the life of President John F. Kennedy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Scarce yearbook from his final stint in school

156. Lee Harvey Oswald. Original 1957 Arlington Heights High School ‘Yellow Jacket’ yearbook, 8.25 x 10.75, 151 pages, depicting Oswald in his 10th grade biology class on page 104. Caption below the photo reads, “Bing! You’re hypnotized, says Janet Bolin to Lee Oswald in the old bio lab.” In fine condition, with toning to pastedowns and some wear at hinges. Oswald had enrolled in 10th grade at Arlington Heights for the fall semester, attending for a just a few weeks before dropping out on September 28 to join the Marines. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fighting for government permission to return to the States with his Soviet wife, Oswald stays in touch with his mother in Texas 157. Lee Harvey Oswald.

Hand-addressed mailing envelope, 6 x 4.25, addressed

by Oswald to his mother, “U. S. A., Box 982, Vernon Texas, Mrs. M. Oswald.” Envelope bears a Minsk postmark on the front and an American postal worker’s ballpoint notation to the lower right, “1st Notice. 12-12-61.” The envelope is softly laminated, consistent with other official exhibits in the government’s possession during the Warren Commission investigation. Double-matted and framed with an image of Oswald’s mug shot and a descriptive plaque to an overall size of 17.5 x 22.5. Lower left corner clipped off, scattered creases, and small edge tears, otherwise fine condition. Struggling to obtain exit visas from the Soviet Union for himself and his pregnant wife, Marina, Oswald sent regular correspondence to his family in Texas to prepare for his homecoming; at least four letters to his mother from this period appeared as exhibits in the Warren Commission. An excellent piece, penned just months before his return to the States. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA…(MB $500) 56 | November 13, 2013 | JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2

Oswald signed and addressed envelope which carried his letter to Senator Tower asking his assistance in returning to the United States

158. Lee Harvey Oswald. Hand-

addressed air mail envelope, 8.5 x 3.75, addressed by Oswald to, “U. S. A. / To: Washington D. C. / Texas Senator John G. Tower / c/o Senate Building,” with Oswald adding his return address to the lower left, “U.S.S.R. / Minsk / W. Kalinin 4-24 / Lee Harey [sic] Oswald.” Envelope bears four Russian postage stamps, as well as a Russian postal cancellation, and stamped “Minsk.” Reverse of envelope bears a December 23, 1961, Washington, D. C. Postmark. In fine condition, with a separated left edge and a couple pencil notations. This envelope carried Oswald’s memorable letter to Senator Tower in which he asked for assistance in leaving the Soviet Union, accusing the USSR of holding him ‘against his will and expressed desires.’ Envelope has been in the possession of a stamp collector since 1962, when it was given to him by Tower’s press secretary C. H. Schooley with a batch of other stamped envelopes for his collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lee’s Magnus organ, a Christmas gift in 1953, on which he played his favorite song, ‘Over the Rainbow’ 159. Lee Harvey Oswald. Lee Harvey Oswald’s personally-owned and -used child’s organ. The Magnus electric organ measures 11 x 7 x 6, with 15 white keys and 10 black keys.

Organ was purchased by his mother as a Christmas gift in 1953 when he was 14 years old. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Oswald’s brother Robert, which reads, in part: “Mother bought my brother Lee an electric organ for Christmas 1953…He loved to play on it, especially ‘Chopsticks’ and ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’ which was his favorite song. In 1976 or 1977, Mother gave me Lee’s electric organ…This organ was mentioned in Jean Stafford’s 1966 book, ‘A Mother in History,’ a decade before Mother transferred ownership to me…I certify that this Magnus organ was owned and played by my brother, Lee Harvey Oswald.” In fine working condition, with a couple surface cracks to the front of the case. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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160. Lee Harvey Oswald. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Lee H. Oswald,” on an off-white slip clipped from a larger document. Matted with a color magazine image of Oswald’s mug shot and a small plaque to an overall size of 13 x 19.25. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

161. Lee Harvey Oswald Funeral.

Semi-glossy 14 x 11 photo of Oswald’s family surrounding his casket, signed in the lower right in silver ink by the photographer, Gene Gordon. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

163. Lee Harvey Oswald.

Three pamphlets published by the Cuban Student Directorate of New Orleans during the 1960s, 3.25 x 8.5, entitled “Visit Cuba This Year,” “Cuba Betrayed,” and “Oswald: A Castro Agent in the United States.” Two are signed in ballpoint by Carlos Bringuier, who debated Oswald on the radio in August 1963. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Alleged assassin’s apprehension 164. Lee Harvey Oswald. Collection

162. Lee Harvey Oswald: Ed Butler. Oswald: Self-Portrait in

Red album signed on the reverse in black felt tip, “Thumbs up! Ed Butler.” In fine condition, with trivial edge wear. The record is included.

Butler was the executive vice president of the the anti-Communist Information Council of the Americas (INCA) who famously debated Oswald with regards to Communism and his defection to Russia during a radio program on August 21, 1963. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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of 13 items consisting primarily of souvenir typescripts, letters, and photos, each signed by someone associated with the capture of Lee Harvey Oswald. Signer are: Dallas Police Officer M. Nick McDonald (7), General Edwin A. Walker, Dallas detective Paul A. Bentley, newsman Icarus M. Pappas, Oswald witness Frederick A. Bieberdorf, Ft. Worth writer Tom G. Tilson, Jr., and JFBI agent James P. Hosty. In overall fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Oswald’s contact in the Fair Play for Cuba Committee 165. Vincent T. Lee. President of the Tampa chapter of the Fair Play

for Cuba Committee who corresponded with Lee Harvey Oswald and later testified before the Warren Commission. Receipt for a purchase of fifty cents worth of literature from the Fair Play for Cuba committee, 4 x 3, October 27, 1962, signed at the conclusion, “V. T. Lee.” A tear to the top edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an original article published by the Committee, entitled ‘Stop the Cold War Against Cuba.’

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

166. Marina Oswald. Personal check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by R. Kay Anderson, payable to Mrs. Lee Harvey Oswald for $10, December 20, 1963, endorsed on the reverse by Oswald, “Mrs. Lee Harvey Oswald”; and a brief ALS signed “Marina Oswald Porter,” inside a 4.5 x 6.5 floral greeting card, November 6, 1995, in full: “Wishing the best and have a happy Thanksgiving.” In overall fine condition, with expected cancellation holes to check (not affecting signature). Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the card filled out in Oswald’s hand, as well as a vintage pre-printed thank-you note from 1964. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

167. Marina Oswald. Blank blackbordered mourning card, 6 x 3.5, reading, “Thank you, Mrs. Marina N. Oswald and children.” Includes the original mailing envelope, addressed in Marina Oswald’s hand, and postmarked December 21, 1963, Dallas, Texas. Various tack holes to top and bottom borders, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an emailed statement from the original recipient, in part: “Marina was ‘a stranger in a foreign land.’ Like the Bible says. I felt such pity for her…She must have feared for her own life, when people all around her were showing such anger and hatred for her husband…The only things I remember writing in my letter to her, was how sorry I was for her, and her situation…I didn’t expect an answer. I was amazed when the little black-edged letter came. I was pleased that my letter found her, because I had no address for her. You can see by the post mark, that it was several weeks later. I pinned it on our bulletin board for our kids to see.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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168. Marina Oswald and Ruth Paine. Vintage certified mail postal

reply card, number 413432, one page both sides, 4.25 x 3, August 18, 1967, signed by Marina Oswald as the recipient using her married name, “Mrs. Kenneth Porter.” Reverse is filled out with the address of the sender. Also includes the original post office receipt for sending certified mail, and a brief ALS from Ruth Paine supplying Marina’s address. In overall fine condition. Marina was close friends with Paine and was living with her at the time of the assassination. Interestingly enough, Lee Harvey Oswald actually used the Paine’s garage to store the rifle he used to assassinate President Kennedy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

169. Marguerite Oswald. DS, one page,

8.5 x 11, dated August 14, 1976. Agreement between Oswald and ABC for her to appear on the program Good Night America, with Oswald giving her permission for the use of her name, likeness, and statements, in broadcasts and publicity. Signed at the conclusion by Oswald, who adds her address, and also signed by Steve North as a witness; and an ALS, on one of Oswald’s 4.75 x 3.25 personal note cards, dated October 18, 1976. Short letter of thanks to Steve North. In part: “You are so right about the program being much too short. However, that is my major complaint. Maybe someday the networks will wake up.”

In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a Social Security slip for Oswald, with a balance of $148.70, with a short note from Oswald reading, “Need an interview to supplement. Help if you can.” Accompanied by a photocopy of a letter from the CIA to Oswald informing her of a letter in the agency’s possession sent from her to her son in July of 1961, on which Marguerite had written “retired within past couple of months.” Also included are two original mailing envelopes hand-addressed by Oswald. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

171.

Rifle Photographs.

Tw o o r i g i n a l vintage glossy press photos of the rifle believed to be the assassination weapon, 7 x 9 and 9 x 7, both with inherent captions to the borders. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

172.

Texas Theatre.

Original pass for admission to “Penney’s Movie Party” at the Texas Theatre, 6 x 4, where they were screening “Twilight on the Rio Grand [sic],” featuring Gene Autry.

In very good condition, with a noticeable central vertical crease, pencil notation to left side, and numerous notations to reverse. Accompanied by two modern photos of the theatre. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

173. Nick M. McDonald. Glossy

8 x 10 photo of a newspaper photo of McDonald holding Oswald’s revolver, signed in blue felt tip, “Officer M. ‘Nick’ McDonald, Captor of Oswald—11-22-63.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $150)

“What she talked most about was the shooting of JFK” 170. Marguerite Oswald. Oswald’s personal Texas driver’s license, 3.25 x 2, with an expiration date of July 19, 1972, featuring her personal details, photo, and facsimile signature. In fine condition, with her personal details faded but legible. Accompanied by a detailed letter of provenance from Oswald’s friend, in part: “She was dying of cancer at the time…she did like to talk. What she talked most about was the shooting of JFK…she told me of her visit to the jail to see Lee Harvey when he was arrested for killing the President. She said she asked her son if he did this. He told her he did not shoot the President…She also gave me her Texas driver’s license. I remember she told me that it would be worth something someday.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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174. J. D. Tippit. Official certified copy of

the affidavit charging Lee Harvey Oswald with the murder of Officer J. D. Tippit, one page both sides, 8.5 x 14, signed in ballpoint by Dallas County Justice of the Peace David L. Johnson and Notary Public Hattie Crane on December 12, 1963, to “certify that the foregoing copy of complaint number F-153, the State of Texas vs Lee Harvey Oswald, is a true and correct copy.” The facsimile affidavit states, in part: “Lee Harvey Oswald, hereinafter styled Defendant, heretofore on or about the 22nd day of November A. D. 1963 in the County of Dallas and State of Texas, did then and there unlawfully voluntarily and with malice aforethought kill J. D. Tippitt by shooting him with a gun.” In fine condition, with overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

175. Captors of Lee Harvey Oswald. Souvenir typescript of the statement made by the arresting officers of Lee Harvey Oswald, two pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Gerald L. Hill, Ray Hawkins, Paul Bentley, and M. Nick McDonald. In part: “At 1:18 P.M. Friday, November 22, 1963…investigating the shooting of the President, when we received information via the police radio that an officer had been shot…There was a pool of blood about two feet north of the squad car in the street…Minutes later we received additional information that the subject was in the Texas Theater [sic]...after a struggle in which the suspect resisted violently he was disarmed and handcuffed…The suspect, later identified as Lee H. Oswald, w/m/24, was released by arresting officers to Captain J.W. Fritz.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Key used to uncuff the assassin as he arrived for processing

176. Lee Harvey Oswald. Handcuff key used to unlock Lee Harvey Oswald’s cuffs at the Dallas City Jail on November 22, 1963.

Key measures 1.5˝ long and was used by Dallas Police Assistant Jailor Henry Ellison to unlock the handcuffs after Oswald’s arrival.

Accompanied by a 1998 letter of provenance from Ellison, which states, in part: “This was my personal handcuff key that I used to unlock the handcuffs that were holding Lee Harvey Oswald when he arrived at the Dallas City Jail on the fifth floor November 22, 1963…I was on duty working as an assistant Jailer of the Service Division of the Dallas Police Department. Lee Harvey Oswald was captured at the Texas Theatre…I searched him, and unlocked the handcuffs that he had on with this key.” The key and the letter are matted and framed along with a photo of Oswald in handcuffs and a copy of Ellison’s Dallas Police Department identification to an overall size of 26 x 18.5. In fine condition. A remarkable relic with direct relation to Oswald immediately after his arrest and impressive provenance. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 61

Official Dallas Police Department hat

177. Henry L. Ellison’s Dallas Police Hat. Official Dallas Police Department cadet hat of jailer Henry L. Ellison. Hat was manufactured

by Midway Cap Co. of Chicago, size 7 1/4, and features a typed ownership tag inside, “Henry L. Ellison, #1230.” Top of the hat is made of heavy cloth and bill is constructed of durable glossy plastic, and the gold band wrapped around the front is secured by two “City of Dallas” buttons. In fine condition. Accompanied by a silver “D. P. D.” pin and gold “City of Dallas” button. Ellison’s shift as assistant jailer at the Dallas Police Headquarters was scheduled for 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on November 22, briefly overlapping Oswald’s apprehension and arrival at the building. As a personal item worn by a member of the Dallas Police force who was on duty during the assassination, this is an item of special historical interest. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Jail key to the block that housed the cell which held both Oswald and Ruby

178. Lee Harvey Oswald and Jack Ruby. Jail key used to open Cell Block F on the fifth floor of the Dallas City Jail, including Cell F-2,

which first housed Lee Harvey Oswald and later Jack Ruby. The key measures 4.5˝ long and is stamped, “T.J. Tysdale Jail Co. St. Louis, MO. 104,” and was carried and used by Assistant Jailer Henry Ellison. Key is accompanied by a 1998 letter of provenance from Ellison, which reads, in part: “This letter is to certify that this jail key is from the Dallas City Jail and was used to open cell block F on the fifth floor jail which contained cell F-2, the same cell where Lee Harvey Oswald and Jack Ruby were incarcerated. I was on duty as Assistant Jailer of the Service Division of the Dallas Police Department November 22, 1963 when Oswald was brought into jail from the Texas Theatre capture, I searched him, unlocked the handcuffs, and helped place him in cell F-2…Cell Block F had only one lock box. Using this key would unlock the lock box, set a lever to the door that we wanted to open and then raise a large lever that would cause the door to slide open…Oswald was in cell F-2 Friday, November 22nd, Saturday, November 23rd, and Sunday, November 24th, 1963, and after Oswald was shot by Jack Ruby during the transfer from the City Jail to the County Jail, Jack Ruby was then placed in that same cell F-2 Sunday, November 24, 1963.” The key and letter are matted and framed, along with a photo of Ellison in uniform, with the key hanging from his belt, and a color image of the inside of the cell, to an overall size of 24 x 14.5. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 62 | November 13, 2013 | JFK 50 years after Dallas Session 2

A bullet fired from Ruby’s gun

179. Bullet from the Revolver that Ruby Used to Shoot Oswald. A bullet shot by the

actual .38 caliber Colt Cobra revolver, Serial #2744 LW, used by Jack Ruby to shoot Lee Harvey Oswald on November 24, 1963, in the basement at Dallas Police Headquarters, along with its spent cartridge case. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Anthony V. Pugliese, III certifying that, “this bullet and cartridge case is an authentic .38 special caliber bullet shot from ‘The Most Famous Gun in the World’, the Jack Ruby .38 Special Colt Cobra bearing serial no. 2744.” Bullet, cartridge and certificate are double-matted and framed with a color photo of the gun and evidence tag, a presentation plaque which states, “Historical Collectable Owners Proof Edition An Original Bullet Shot from ‘The Most Famous Gun in the World’ The ‘Jack Ruby’ Colt Cobra .38 Special,” a glossy photo of Jack Ruby shooting Oswald, signed in blue ink by Detective James Leavelle, who was handcuffed to Oswald at the time, and L. C. Graves, the man who wrestled the gun away from Ruby to an overall size of 16 x 22. In fine condition, with both the bullet and the cartridge bearing small 1992 Pugliese copyright stamps. Accompanied by photocopies of the cover of Sale No. 30, held by Herman Darvick Autograph Auctions in New York City on December 26, 1991, and the auction catalogue description of lot 36, the gun used by Jack Ruby to kill Lee Harvey Oswald. Beneath the description, Darvick has written, “Anthony V. Pugliese III was the buyer of lot 36, Sale No. 30, Herman Darvick Autograph Auctions, held in New York City on December 26, 1991. The gun was consigned by Earl Ruby.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

180. James Leavelle.

Two items: autograph statement on an off-white 5 x 3 card, signed “JRL.” In full: “I first saw Oswald when I began questioning him regarding the shooting of Officer Tippit not knowing he would be a suspect in the shooting of the President. Yes I did sit in on several of the questioning of Oswald by other police of [sic] officers”; and a ballpoint signature and inscription, “To: David Lee, with best regards, James R. Leavelle, Dallas Police,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card dated August 9, 1997.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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181. James Leavelle. Two items: paperstock 8.5 x 11 book photo of a close-up of Leavelle’s reaction as Oswald was shot, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To: Larry Chenault, James R. Leavelle”; and a souvenir typescript showing an image of the shooting and a copy of the homicide report, signed and inscribed at the conclusion in black felt tip,“To: Larry Chenault, James R. Leavelle.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“He took two quick steps and double actioned a .38 revolver point blank at Oswald”

182. James Leavelle. Sou-

venir typescript of Leavelle’s report in regards to Lee Harvey Oswald’s death, two pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint, “James R. Leavelle, Detective, Dallas Police Department.” In part: “We reached the basement jail office with officers in front we headed to the automobile ramp just outside the jail office door…Out of the mass of humanity composed of all the news media, which had surged forward to within six or seven feet of us, came the figure of a man with a gun in hand. He took two quick steps and double actioned a .38 revolver point blank at Oswald.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

183. Jack R u b y. S i l v e r

Spur business check, 8 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed

by Ruby, “Jack L. Ruby,” payable to Collector of Internal Revenue for $512.02, January 31, 1951. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, expected holes and stamps, and a slight brush to end of signature.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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184. Jack Ruby. Jack Ruby’s personally-owned and -worn outfit.

Outfit consists of: a pair of black slacks, with two May 1961 stamp dates on the inside lining of a pocket, and a ‘special attention’ dry cleaning label pinned next to the zipper with “Mr. Ruby” written on the bottom line in an unknown hand; a white short-sleeved linen shirt with a mild diamond pattern throughout, with a “Manchester Imported Fabric” label on the inside of the collar, the initials, “JR—N,” written inside the collar in an unknown hand, and another ‘special attention’ dry cleaning label pinned next to the zipper with “Mr. Ruby” written on the bottom line in an unknown hand; and a gray silk tie with a blue and white design on the front. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $500)

An eerie image of the widowed First Lady, sketched by the imprisoned Jack Ruby while working on his appeal

185. Jack Ruby. Original vintage signed pencil sketch of Jacqueline

Kennedy on the reverse of an 8.5 x 11 letter he received while in jail, signed in the lower right, “Jack Ruby.” The initial letter, undated but circa 1964, was written by prominent lawyer Melvin M. Belli, in part: “I sincerely hope the new year brings you relief. The law in the Apellate Court will give it to you, if only your case could be heard. You know I have a brief on file for you…I have a deep and abiding conviction that if nothing else were filed this brief would reverse your conviction.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the right side of her face), otherwise fine condition. Serving out his sentence in the Dallas County Jail, Jack Ruby’s thoughts returned to the nation’s widow, an important figure in his mind. Testifying before the Warren Commission in June of 1964, he claimed that on the morning of the 22nd, overcome with emotion and sympathy for the grieving Mrs. Kennedy, he took justice into his own hands and assassinated Lee Harvey Oswald. ‘Someone owed it to our beloved President that she shouldn’t be expected to come back to face trial of this heinous crime.’ Sketched in his jail cell, most likely in the winter of ’64-65, based on Belli’s correspondence, this drawing offers an interesting glimpse into the mind of a killer, claiming to be motivated by the subject of his drawing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A heartfelt inscription to his Dallas County Jail guard, “certainly if anyone should know that I haven’t changed, you would be the person to know it” 186. Jack Ruby. Ruby’s personally-owned softcover

Holy Bible presented to him while in prison, 5.25 x 7.75, inscribed to him in another hand on the partly-printed first page, “Presented to Jack Ruby by the will of God. Date: April 15, 1964.” Ruby later signed and inscribed the reverse of this page in blue ballpoint, “Sept. 1965. To Ray Pennington, May you always remember me as you have always known me, and most certainly if anyone should know that I haven’t changed, you would be the person to know it. Sincerely, Jack Ruby.” In fine condition, with splits to the edges of the bible’s slipcase. Provenance: originally offered in Charles Hamilton’s sale of April 6, 1967; from the collection of Dr. John K. Lattimer.

Given to Ruby one month after he was found guilty of murder with malice and sentenced to death for the killing of Lee Harvey Oswald, this Bible stayed with the convict through his first year and a half in the Dallas County Jail.

Passing it along to Dallas County Sheriff’s Officer Ray Pennington, who served as Ruby’s personal guard for three months, he adds an inscription that hints at a deeper connection; as his mental health slipped and his conspiracy theories began to make headlines, he encouraged Pennington to “remember me as you have always known me.” An excellent personal piece from Ruby’s post-Oswald life in his Dallas jail cell.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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A trio of congratulatory telegrams received by Ruby after his arrest, “You have done what every loyal American citizen would like to have done” 187. Jack Ruby. Three Western Union telegrams, all 8.25 x 5.5, all dated November 24, 1963, all sent to Ruby at the Dallas Police Department and Jail. One reads, “Jack Ruby Dallas Police Dept Dal / To a job well done I know there must be many people who feel / the same as I do you are a great man Jack Ruby / Bill Owens.” Another one reads, “Jack Ruby Care Dallas City Jait [sic] Dallas Texas / Congratulations you have done what every loyal American citizen would like to have done God Bless You / Mrs Muriel Pierce.” The telegrams are double-matted and framed with an original Carousel Club business card, imprinted at the bottom, “Your host…Jack Ruby,” and a small photo of Ruby at the moment he shot Oswald to an overall size of 15 x 30.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopy of a notarized statement by Larry N. Howard, co-director, JFK Assassination Information Center, dated April 18, 1991. In full, “I, Larry Howard, attest to the fact that I purchased a number of Jack Ruby’s business cards from his attorney Mr. Jules Meyer.

The aforementioned Jack Ruby, also known as Jack Rubenstein, was the assassin of Lee Harvey Oswald. Lee Harvey Oswald was the alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy. In turn I sold one of Mr. Ruby’s original business cards to Stanley J. Szerszen on said date.” Mr. Szerszen was the buyer of the three telegrams (listed above) at the December 26, 1991, sale held by Herman Darvick Autograph Auctions, part of the lot immediately preceding the sale of Jack Ruby’s gun.

Ruby was seen as a hero to many, stating he killed Oswald to spare Mrs. Kennedy the trauma of having to attend a murder trial. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ruby check and items from the Carousel Club

188. Jack Ruby. Collec-

tion of 11 items: a Vegas Club business check, filled out and signed by Ruby, payable to the Texas State Comptroller for $12.71, dated October 31, 1961; a receipt for $0.75 received from Ruby, stamp-dated April 3, 1956; two blank Jack Ruby special account checks; a Carousel Club business card, with the printed phrase ‘Your host—Jack Ruby’; a promotional business card for an exotic dancer named Jada, and her appearance at the Carousel; two blank sheets of stationery: one for Jack Ruby Associates and the other a piece of colorful Carousel Club stationery, with Ruby’s signature line, “Your host...Jack Ruby,” which according to Ruby’s sister was the last piece of the business’s correspondence; a business envelope; an 11 x 8.5 photocopied photo of Ruby shooting Oswald, signed and inscribed by Detective James Leavelle and Ruby’s brother Earl; one business envelope; and a Leavelle business card. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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189. Jack Ruby. Collection of 18

items, consisting mainly of souvenir typescripts with a few photos and letters, each signed by one of Ruby’s associates or witness to Oswald’s murder. Signers are: brother Earl Ruby (2), Dealey eyewitness Mike Barclay, Dallas Police Officer Don Ray Archer (2), Dallas News writer Tony Zoppi (2), Dallas jailer Orville G. Smith, Roy E. Standifer (2), Dallas District Attorney Henry M. Wade, photographer Robert H. Jackson, stripper Candy Barr, Ruby attorney Joe Tonahill, photographer Clint Grant (2), journalist Seth Kantor, and Ruby trial witness Sam Pate. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

190. Jack Ruby’s Attorneys.

Seven commemorative covers or philatelic autograph souvenir cards, most with cachets honoring John F. Kennedy, each signed in ink or ballpoint by one of Jack Ruby’s attorneys. Signers are: Melvin Belli, Percy Foreman, Elmer Gertz, Stanley Kaufman, William Kunstler, Jules F. Mayer, and Joe Tonahill. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon 1956 document signed three times by Ruby 191. Jack Ruby and Harold Berman. DS, one page, 8.25 x

11, May 21, 1956. Document between Jack Ruby and S. D. Ruby (represented by Harold B. Berman) in which Jack confirms that he owes S. D. a balance of $3700, and agrees to pay it off incrementally on scheduled dates over the course of the year. Signed at the conclusion by Ruby, “Jack Ruby,” and Berman, “Harold B. Berman.”

Also signed by both parties twice more, confirming changes to some of the legalese and additions to the payment schedule. In very good condition, with moderate overall rippling due to moisture exposure (also slightly affecting Ruby’s rightmost signature) and edge toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1 9 4 . S a r a h T. Hughes. Conclusion

of a typed eyewitness account of Hughes after the swearing in of Lyndon B. Johnson, one page, 7 x 5. Account reads, in part, “He kissed his wife on the cheek and gently kissed Mrs. Kennedy…I told him… that we were behind him and he would have our sympathy and our help. As I left the plane, I heard him give the order to take off. I drove away with my thoughts on this man whom so much now depend.” Signed at the conclusion, “Sarah T. Hughes.” Matted and framed with a photo of Hughes administering the Oath of Office and two White House cards, one with a secretarial signature of Lyndon B. Johnson and one bearing an autopen signature of Lady Bird Johnson to an overall size of 12.25 x 21. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

195. Sarah T. Hughes. Ballpoint signa192. Jack Beers. Dallas Morning News photographer who fortuitously photographed Jack Ruby shooting Lee Harvey Oswald on November 24, 1963. Rare FDC with a cachet honoring JFK, signed in blue ballpoint, “Jack Beers.” Also includes an ALS penned at the bottom of the autograph request letter, one page, 8.5 x 11, September 10, 1967, in part: “Sorry to keep you waiting for these but I just couldn’t convince myself that I should do it. Being so close to everything it is difficult for me to understand your wanting an autograph since I only consider myself as having done the job assigned to me. For your information I have autographed only one other set.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 193. Sarah T. Hughes.

Federal judge (1896–1985) who swore in Lyndon B. Johnson as President of the United States on Air Force One after JFK’s assassination. Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the ‘Tragic Kennedy Story,’ signed blue ink, “Sarah T. Hughes.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

ture, “Sarah T. Hughes,” on an off-white 4 x 2 card, affixed behind a souvenir typescript that describes her swearing-in of Lyndon B. Johnson. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

196. Lyndon B .

Johnson. Ink signa-

ture on a 3.75 x 4.75 LBJ bookplate with a gold-stamped American eagle, to which was later added the presidential Oath of Office and “Air Force One, Dallas, Texas, November 22, 1963.” Attractively double-matted with a photo of Johnson being sworn in while aboard Air Force One to an overall size of 11 x 14. In very fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 67

197. John F. Kennedy. Original Associ-

ated Press teletype regarding the return of President Kennedy’s body to Washington, D. C., one page, 8.25 x 14.5. Bi-line reads, “President Kennedy’s body was returned to Washington tonight. And Lyndon Johnson made his first statement as president after flying in from Dallas with the sad cargo of the presidential plane.” Story continues, in part, “The bronze casket was placed in a military ambulance to be taken to the Naval hospital in Bethesda…

Kennedy’s body will lie in state at the White House tomorrow…for viewing by the president’s family, high officials of the government and the diplomatic corps…The funeral probably will be in Boston.” Teletype is affixed to a larger off-white sheet and framed to an overall size of 10 x 20. In fine condition, with a single horizontal fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Great collection featuring Air Force One pilots

198. John F. Kennedy Air Force One. Nine

items, consisting of souvenir typescripts and photos related to Air Force One or Johnson’s Oath of Office, each signed in ink by a participant. Signed photos include a glossy 10 x 8 of Johnson’s oath, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Cecil W. Stoughton; glossy 10 x 8 photo of Air Force One on the ground, signed and inscribed by James Swindal and Lewis Hanson; a 6 x 4 postcard photo of Johnson’s oath, signed and inscribed in black felt tip by Jack Brooks; and a 6 x 9 magazine photo of the oath, signed in black ink by Jack Valenti. Souvenir typescripts or letters are signed by James Swindal, Lewis Hanson, Jack Valenti, and Nicholas deB. Katzenbach, and Sarah T. Hughes (on a facsimile of an ALS). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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199. John F. Kennedy Funeral. Swatch of

black cambric fabric used to drape the East Room of the White House during funeral ceremonies following Kennedy’s assassination, affixed to a descriptive 4.25 x 3.75 souvenir card. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“Thank you for all you did to help the President” 201. Jacqueline Kennedy Secretarial Thank-You Note.

Secretarial note, one page on a black-bordered stationery card, no date. In full: “Thank you for all you did to help the President.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. Quite scarce in its context. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Award-winning cartoonists confront tragedy as the nation mourns 202. Kennedy Assassination: Mourning. Elev-

en removed book pages featuring various somber mourning cartoons, 7 x 10, each signed in ink by the artist, many inscribed. Signers are: Edmund Valtman, P. A. ‘Pap’ Dean (ins), Tom Ellinwood, Art Bimrose (2, ins), Dick Wallmeyer (2), Pete Hironaka (ins), Bob Palmer (ins), Lee Ostendorf, and Eugene Payne. Also includes a TLS from P. A. ‘Pap’ Dean, one page, 8.5 x 7.5, Dean Art Times letterhead, April 5, 1995, transmitting the signed page. In overall fine condition. Valtman earned a Pulitzer Prize for his work, and many of the others have been honored with various awards. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

203. John F. Kennedy Collection of Items. Three original

and rare Associated Press wire service ‘FLASH’ bulletins reporting the shooting of President Kennedy, as torn off a newsroom teletype machine and handed to TV anchormen such as Walter Cronkite, the first reading, “Flash: Two priests say Kennedy dead”; original front page of the November 22, 1963, issue of The Clinton Herald, 17 x 24, with the headline reading, “Pres.

Kennedy Assassinated; Gov. Connally of Texas Also Wounded

by Sniper,” with the page also having a photo of the Kennedys in their limo as they drive through Dallas; a complete front section of the November 27, 1963, issue of The Clinton Herald, 17 x 24, with the entire front page featuring a memorial portrait of Kennedy, with the opening pages featuring reprints of the front pages of previous days’ papers; hardcover edition of The Gun by Henry S. Bloomgarden, published in 1975 by Grossman, describing the movement of the Carcano rifle from Italy to Lee Harvey Oswald; softcover edition of The Truth About the Assassination by Charles Roberts, published in 1967 by Grosset and Dunlap; a clipped headline and article from the November 27, 1963, issue of Variety, with the headline reading, “TV’s $40,000,000 JFK Coverage”; two unused postcards, one showing the site of the assassination and one with an image of LBJ imposed over his ranch; and a small Kennedy campaign pin. In overall fine condition, with expected light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

204. Cecil Stoughton.

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Johnson taking the Oath of Office aboard Air Force One, signed in the upper right in black felt tip by the White House photographer, “Nov. 22, 1963, Dallas, Texas, Cecil W. Stoughton.”

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

205. Father James Thompson. Priest

who accompanied Father Oscar Huber to Parkland Hospital to administer the last rites to Kennedy. Pamphlet entitled ‘Around One O’Clock,’ four pages, 6.5 x 9, signed on the final page in blue ink, “Rev. James N. Thompson, C.M.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked 1969. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

206. White House Memorial. White House News

Photographer John F. Kennedy Memorial edition pamphlet, 8.5 x 11, 12 pages.

First page bears a memorial written by Senator Mike Mansfield, with the remaining pages full of images of Kennedy’s funeral proceedings, including the famous image of John F. Kennedy, Jr. saluting his father’s passing casket. Two horizontal mailing folds and some scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

207. Father Martin Casey.

ALS signed “Fr. Casey, S.J.,” one page, 6 x 6.25, Holy Trinity Church letterhead, January 5, 1962. Letter to an admirer.

In part: “I hasten to assure you that your request will be promptly fulfilled. I will personally mention your kindness to the President himself. On the 20th the Mass for his intentions will be said by myself for the continued success of our devoted President.” Also includes a commemorative cover with a stamped cachet honoring JFK, signed in black ink, “Rev. Martin J. Casey S.J., Pastor, Holy Trinity Church, Wash. D.C.” In overall fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Casey’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

208. Ted Kennedy. Signed

book: Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy. [Washington: Government Printing Office, 1963.]

Hardcover with slipcase, 7 x 10, 8 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in blue ink, “With my best wishes to you, Ted Kennedy.”

Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: NF/None, in VG+ slipcase.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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With a diagnosis of “Prematurity, Respiratory distress,” baby Patrick is welcomed into the world for two short days 209. Patrick Kennedy. Otis Air Force Base partly-printed hospital document, one page, 8 x 5.25, August 7, 1963. A “Report of Seriously Ill” for a patient identified as “Kennedy,” filled out as follows: “Brief Diagnosis: Prematurity, Respiratory distress,” “Recovery: Questionable,” “Religious Preference: Catholic—Baptized at birth by Father Scahill,” “Ward: 107 Nurs.,” and “Hour: 1600.” A prominently underlined notation at the top reads: “Not to be reported.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and small torn staple holes to top edge.

On August 7, 1963, Jacqueline gave birth to Patrick Bouvier Kennedy, the youngest of her and John’s children. Weighing only four pounds, ten ounces, the baby was immediately baptized and transferred to Boston Children’s Hospital, where he died two days later of hyaline membrane disease (now more commonly called respiratory distress syndrome).

The second loss of a child for the young couple—Arabella Kennedy was stillborn in 1956—this tragedy brought the couple noticeably closer together as they prepared for the 1964 campaign season. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

212. Kennedy Advisors.

Collection of 14 items, primarily consisting of souvenir typescripts, each signed by a Kennedy advisor.

Signers are: Richard Helms, Robert S. McNamara, David Powers, Malcolm Kilduff, Fred Korth, R. W. Cavin, Jack Valenti (2), Daniel Patrick Moynihan, E. Howard Hunt, Theodore C. Sorensen, Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., and Sargent Shriver (2). In overall fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

210. Ted Kennedy.

Color 5 x 7 cardstock photo of Ted, John, and Robert Kennedy posing together outdoors, signed in blue felt tip

by Ted Kennedy. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

213. Kennedy Ambassadors.

211. Joseph P. Kennedy. Patri-

arch of the fabled family of American politicians (1888–1969) who served as American ambassador to Great Britain from 1938 to 1940. Vintage ink signature, “Joseph P. Kennedy,” on an off-white 5.75 x 3.5 card with a clipped photo affixed to left side. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Fantastic collection of 37 commemorative covers, most with cachets honoring John F. Kennedy, each signed in ink or ballpoint by an ambassador from during Kennedy’s presidency. Signers are: Herve Alphand, George Anderson, William Atwood, William C. Battle, Samuel D. Berger, William Blair, Charles E. Bohlen, Chester Bowles, Ellis O. Briggs, David K. E. Bruce, Ellswroth Bunker, John H. Burns, John Moors Cabot, John Scott Everton, Fulton Freeman, John Kenneth Galbraith, Edmund Gullion, Philip M. Kaiser, George F. Kennan, Philip Klutznick, Foy Kohler, Edward M. Korry, Henry R. Labouisse, Sol Linowitz, Henry Cabot Lodge, Douglas MacArthur II, William B. Macomber, Jr., John B. Martin, Robert M. McClintock, Robert M. McKinney, Livingston T. Merchant, G. Frederick Reinhardt, Edwin O. Reischauer, Ben Stephansky, Raymond Telles, Llewellyn Thompson, and James K. Wine. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“President Kennedy does not know how to be boring” 214. John F. Kennedy: Andre Maurois. Handwritten manuscript, in French, signed “Andre Maurois,” two lightly-lined pages, written by Maurois after their meeting in France in June 1961. Entitled “L’éloquence Officielle” (Official Eloquence), it was composed after Maurois attended a press luncheon with Kennedy. In part (translated): “I listened the other day, during a press luncheon, to President Kennedy answering journalists’ questions, and I admired his technique. The questions were difficult, some even explosive. A brutal and exacting answer risked losing tempers and polemics. A thousand occasions, “traps” were offered to arouse unpleasant reactions in France, the Soviet Union, England, and the United States.

With tranquility, this young man of the energetic visage and eyes tired out by the previous day in Paris, listened to the questions, rose and, without hesitation, said the necessary phrases…President Kennedy does not know how to be boring; he is intelligent and he has style. But this appears to have included, since his early days in this difficult job, the danger of words.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a small water spot to bottom of first page. Accompanied by the June 2, 1961, issue of France-Soir, with a photograph of President and Mrs. Kennedy being escorted into a formal gala. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“A hunt for Jackie’s Christmas present”

215. Evelyn Lincoln. Unsigned ANS in pencil by Lincoln and given to JFK, one page on an off-white 5 x 3 card, circa 1963. Lincoln’s idea

for the president’s Christmas present to Jackie, from Kennedy’s 1963 White House files. In full: “A hunt for Jackie’s Christmas present. She would like a fur rug coverlet for her double bed. Fur could be chincilla [sic], fox, white rabbit.” In fine condition, with some marks along the bottom edge. Originates from the Robert L. White collection and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Erik L. Dorr. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“It is true I urged President Kennedy not to go to Dallas”

216. Evelyn Lincoln. FDC with a cachet honoring an eerie con-

nection between Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy, signed in blue ballpoint, “It is true I urged President Kennedy not to go to Dallas. Evelyn Lincoln, Personal secretary to the late President, John F. Kennedy.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

217. Robert S. McNamara. Secretary of

Defense under Kennedy (1916–2009). Souvenir typescript of McNamara’s statement on the Cuban Missile Crisis, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint.

In part: “There was a lot of discussion about what particular course of action to take but there was never any real disagreement. We considered everything from a diplomatic note to a full-scale invasion of Cuba.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

218. Dean Rusk. Secretary of

State under Kennedy (1909–1994).

Souvenir typescript of Rusk’s statement on the Cuban Missile Crisis, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint. In part: “Our most difficult crisis during the 1960s was the Cuban Missile Crisis. There the two nuclear superpowers were in direct confrontation…I was with six members of the US Cabinet meeting with the Japanese when we heard that President Kennedy had been shot in Dallas. We immediately turned around and made a non-stop flight from Hawaii to Washington DC. I do not think that a foreign conspiracy was involved.”

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The ‘Lion of the Senate’ appoints McNamara as a trustee for “Jacks and Bobs children” 219. Ted Kenn e d y . A LS

signed “Ted,” two pages, 6 x 8, United States Senate letterhead, no date but circa July 1976. Letter to Robert S. McNamara. In full: “What a friend you are to be willing to help the family by serving as a trustee to the family trusts. I suppose I shouldn’t be surprized [sic] that you would be willing to help because there has never been a time when any of us have asked your counsel and you haven’t responded. But I marvel at your willingness to share your extraordinary gifts with us time and time again. Our family is enormously grateful and I know Jacks and Bobs children will always be.”

Upper right bears a pencil notation in McNamara’s hand, “7/76.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the estate of Robert S. McNamara.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

220. Pierre Salinger. Glossy 7 x 9 portrait of Salinger in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed at the top in black felt tip, “To Larry Chenault— best wishes, Pierre Salinger”; and a souvenir typescript describing Salinger’s relationship with Kennedy, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed and inscribed at the conclusion in black felt tip, “To Larry Chenault—best wishes, Pierre Salinger.” In part: “In his last conversation with Kennedy, Salinger mentioned a letter he had received from a woman in Dallas who said she feared something terrible would happen if the president came to Dallas.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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The NFL sponsors a fund-raising game for the Kennedy Library 221. Robert F. Kennedy.

Original ticket stub, 4 x 2.5, from the August 23, 1964, pre-season game held at Franklin Field between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Detroit Lions in support of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Library Fund.

Quickly signed on the front in blue ballpoint by Kennedy. In fine condition, with a couple vertical creases to right side and signature a shade light, but completely legible. Unsigned tickets from this event are quite uncommon, even more so signed by the late president’s brother. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

222. Ted Kennedy.

Souvenir typescript of Kennedy’s comments about his brother’s proudest moments from an interview with Ted Sorensen, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black felt tip, “Ted Kennedy.” In part: “One was the use of restraint as well as power in achieving a resolution of the Cuban missile crisis through extraordinary, imaginative diplomatic initiatives.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

224. Rose Kennedy. Female

head of the fabled Kennedy family (1890–1995). Glossy 7.75 x 9.75 cardstock photo of Kennedy posing outdoors, signed in black ballpoint, “Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy.” Slightly trimmed edges and some scattered light bends and creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

226. Jerry Coley. Handwritten firsthand account of Coley’s experi223. Robert F. Kennedy. Vintage

ink signature, “Robert F. Kennedy,” on an off-white card.

Triple-suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Kennedy at a podium to an overall size of 13.75 x 19. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

ence after the assassination, three pages, signed in ink at both the beginning and the conclusion. In part: “I crossed over as this loud noise was echoing I couldn’t tell how many bangs actually were happening or where it was coming from...we could see motorcycles thrown down on the sidewalk next to the grassy knoll and police and people running toward and looking back toward the picket fence and railroad tracks—NOT the book depository…a county mounty in brown uniform & shotgun told me ‘So get the hell out’…my wife began to receive strange unidentified phone calls about ‘Coley better shut his mouth or you and your kids will not live’…A few days after Ruby shot Oswald, two men appeared at my desk—flashed FBI credentials...

When I got to the part about the pool of blood...one of them replied ‘It never happened, you saw nothing and the both of you will keep quiet if you know what’s best.” Also includes a map of Dealey Plaza on which Coley labeled and described his movement during the moments following the assassination. In overall fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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227. Conspiracy: E. Howard Hunt.

230. Gerald Ford. Signed

American intelligence officer (1918–2007). Ink signature, “E. Howard Hunt,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Texas Oil Tycoon complains of being “accused of being responsible for the assassination of President John F. Kennedy” 228. Conspiracy: H. L. Hunt. American oil tycoon

(1889–1974) who built his oil dynasty by trading poker winnings for oil rights, eventually owning a vast majority of the East Texas Oil Field.

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, July 5, 1968. Letter to Lawrence E. Spivak of Meet the Press. In part: “I was not attempting to threaten anyone in my release of September 13, 1966. Many Jewish friends commended me for this dispatch and some who had received the clippings I had made following September 1963 thanked me for the information contained in the clippings. I am often questioned or criticized for being anti-Semitic, anti-Catholic, anti-Presbytarian, anti-Negro, anti-Income Tax and accused of being responsible for the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. I enclose copy of the UPI Dispatch regarding the assassination.” In fine condition, with a few mild creases and staple holes to the upper left corner. Some conspiracy theories revolve around Hunt and a cabal of billionaires arranging the assassination so that LBJ could take power. An especially noteworthy letter, as Spivak was the founder and moderator of Meet the Press. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

book: President John F. Kennedy: Assassination Report of the Warren Commission.

Limited edition of 2,948 numbered copies (this copy No. 2465). Nashville: FlatSigned Press, 2004. Leather-bound hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5.

Signed in blue ink on the colophon, “Gerald R. Ford.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by a photo taken at time of private signing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Souvenir typescript on a cream 6.25 x 8.5 sheet of personal letterhead with embossed presidential eagle, signed in blue felt tip, “Gerald R. Ford, 7/24/98.” Ford’s statement regarding the findings of the Warren Commission. In full: “In 1964, the Warren Commission unanimously decided: 1. Lee Harvey Oswald was the assassin, and 2. The Commission found no evidence of a conspiracy, foreign or domestic. As a member of the Commission, I endorsed these conclusions in 1964 and fully agree now as the sole surviving Commission member.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

229. Douglas Dillon and Clint Hill. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Treasury Secretary Douglas Dillon and Clint Hill (Secret Service agent that attended to Jacqueline Kennedy in Dallas), on a dais at a ceremony, signed in black ink by both; and a TLS from Dillon, one page, 6.25 x 9, personal letterhead, October 3, 1994, in part: “I am glad to enclose the signed copy of the photo of myself presenting an award to Clint Hill. Unfortunately, I do not specifically recall the incident, although I am well aware of the magnificent job he did which merited this award.” A horizontal bend to the photo and a bit of haloing to Dillon’s signature on the letter, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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233. Gerald Ford.

234. Gerald Ford.

Souvenir typescript of Lyndon B. Johnson’s appointment of a commission to report upon the assassination, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue felt tip, “Gerald Ford.” In part: “I hereby appoint a Commission to ascertain, evaluate and report upon the facts relating to the assassination of the late President John Kennedy and the subsequent violent death of the man charged with the assassination.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

235. Jim Garrison. District At-

torney of Orleans Parish, Louisiana, best known for his investigations into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

Matte-finish 3.5 x 4.5 photo, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with a slightly trimmed left edge.

Accompanied by a 1970 letter from Garrison’s secretary forwarding the photo, the original mailing envelope, and a small double-sided campaign card. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

237. Kennedy Assassination: FBI. Three

items: a TLS, signed in type by J. Edgar Hoover, one page, 8 x 10.25, dated December 19, 1963. Letter to J. Gordon Shanklin of the Dallas, Texas, FBI office, reads, in part: “It is a pleasure to commend, through you, the personnel who contributed in such a splendid fashion to the investigation of the assassination of the President.”; a small bronze presentation statue presented to Special Agent Harold D. Dobson, who served from 1941–1972. Statue is of an agent holding a ‘Tommy gun’ measures approximately 5.5˝ tall and is on a 5 x 4 stand along with a presentation plaque; and Dobson’s very heavy yellow FBI license plate, 13.5 x 6.5. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The loaded question —conspiracy?

236. Kennedy Assassination: Conspiracy Theories. Collec-

tion of 15 souvenir typescripts and letters, each signed by a proponent of a conspiracy theory. Signers: H. L. Hunt, Jay Lynn Skaggs (2), Tom Alyea, Tom G. Tilson, Jr., Jean Lollis Hill (2), Phil Brennan (2), Harold Weisberg, Dr. Charles A. Crenshaw, Cyril H. Wecht, Lester E. Noblitt (2), and William S. Walter. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Witnesses to conspiracy 238. Kennedy Assassination: Clay Shaw. Shaw was a business-

man (1913–1974) who was the only person prosecuted in connection with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The charges were brought by District Attorney Jim Garrison, and Shaw was ultimately found not guilty. Six items: a TLS by Emmett C. Barbe, Jr., one page, 8.5 x 11, May 1, 1998, in part: “Former District Atty. Jim Garrison prosecuted Clay Shaw on a charge of conspiracy in the Kennedy assassination. I was a witness in that trial to rebut Mrs. Oswald’s testimony that her husband was employed at Luzianne on the day that he was allegedly seen with Shaw,” together with two souvenir typescripts of Barbe’s affidavit for the case, each signed at the conclusion; and an ALS by William S. Walter, one page, 8.5 x 7, no date, in part: “Someday all will come out. Agent Hosty just published his book. I’m sure he’ll say nothing…but—it should be apparent why,” together with two souvenir typescripts of the evidence Walter had, each signed at the conclusion. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Inquiry by the House of Representatives Select Committee on Assassinations 240. John F. Kennedy Select Committee. Collection of 11 souvenir typescripts of testimony given before the Warren Commission or statements by those involved in the Committee, 8.5 x 11 and 11 x 8.5, each signed by the given witness. Signers are: Dr. Martin G. White, Philip L. Willis, Dr. Charles J. Carrico (2), Paul McCaghren, Henry B. Gonzalez, G. Robert Blakey, Dr. Ronald Coy Jones (2), and Louis Stokes (2). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

241. John W. McCormack. Politician (1891–1980) who

served as Speaker of the House from 1962 to 1971. Two items: color magazine photo of JFK during a State of the Union address affixed to a 6 x 4 card, signed in black felt tip by McCormack; and a souvenir typescript describing McCormack’s experience on November 22, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black felt tip. In part: “If both Kennedy and Johnson had been murdered…he might be moving from his sixth-floor suite in the Hotel Washington to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, on the other side of the Treasury Building, McCormack had said ‘My God, what are we coming to?’” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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244. Warren Commission: William Clark. Photocopied of-

242. Daniel P. Moynihan. Souvenir typescript of various excerpts from William Manchester’s Death of a President, one page, 11 x 8.5, quickly signed at the conclusion in black felt tip by Moynihan.

In part: “Pat Moynihan…continued to brood about the Dallas Police Department. The sooner Oswald was removed from their custody, he argued, the greater chances of finding the truth. Otherwise, he said, ‘We may never know who did it. This could cloud our whole history for a century.’” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The man who documented November 22

ficial transcript of Clark’s testimony given before the Warren Commission on March 21, 1964, 32 pages, 8.5 x 11, signed on the first page in black ballpoint, “William Kemp Clark.” In fine condition.

Clark was the neurosurgeon asked to examine the president’s head wound at Parkland Hospital. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

245. Warren Commissioners. Eight items:

five souvenir typescripts related to the Warren Commission hearings, signed in ink by Gerald Ford (2), Samuel A. Stern, Norman Redlich, and Arlen Specter; a TLS by Earl Warren, one page, 8 x 10.5, Supreme Court letterhead, April 27, 1954, declining an invitation; an ink signature of Earl Warren on an off-white 5 x 3.5 Supreme Court card; and a glossy 8 x 10 photo of Arlen Specter, signed in silver ink. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

246. Ralph Yarborough. Senator from

243. Cecil Stoughton. President John F. Kennedy’s photogra-

pher during his White House years (1920–2008). Fantastic group of two letters and six glossy signed photos: ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 7, 1994, in part: “I am surprised that your research didn’t lead you to the logical place for photographs of the 22 Nov. event— namely—the LBJ library in Austin. All of my negatives are there and prints are available”; TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, October 7, 1995, in part: “I, too, enjoyed Richard Trask’s book Pictures of the Pain, and was happy to be a contributor to what is probably the most complete collection of photographs taken that day in Dallas”; photos depict LBJ taking the Oath of Office aboard Air Force One (3), the grassy knoll, the motorcade, and the Kennedys arriving at Love Field, all signed in black felt tip with two inscribed to “Larry.” In overall fine condition.

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Texas (1903–1996) who rode in the convertible with LBJ during the motorcade. Souvenir typescript of Yarborough’s statement to Chief Justice Earl Warren, three pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ink, “Ralph W. Yarborough.” In part: “I rode in the third car in the cavalcade with then Vice President and Mrs. Lyndon Johnson. Immediately after the firing of the first shot, the thought immediately went through my mind that ‘that was a rifle shot.’ It did not sound to me like a firecracker or a pistol, though I thought of them too, or of the possibility of a small bomb.

Another immediate impression that I had, was that the cavalcade has slowed down, almost stopped…It was a horrible experience to hear, to partially see (though I couldn’t tell at the time what had happened to President Kennedy), to smell the gunpowder from the assassin’s murder weapon, as our gallant young leader was cut down before his high noon.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Rare three-language ship’s paper for the “Brig. Peggy” bound for Madeira, laden with “Indian Corn & Beans” 251. George Washington. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 12.75 x 15.25, December 16, 1794. Threelanguage ship’s paper, with French on the left side, English in the center, and Dutch on the right, issued to, “James McKinzie, master and commander of the Brig called the Peggy…lying at present in the port of Alexa bound for Madeira and laden with Flour, Wheat, Indian Corn & Beans.” Signed in the middle panel by Washington and countersigned by Secretary of State Edmund Randolph. In good condition, with intersecting folds, with several vertical folds passing through signature, a tape repair to a separation in middle of signature, paper loss to upper right edge, scattered toning and soiling, and some other repairs to folds. The white paper seal is crisp and intact. In the past, Washington’s grist mill had sent flour to Madeira, receiving wine and other goods in exchange. Following Washington’s Neutrality Act of 1794, solidifying America’s relationship with France—ship’s papers were crucial documents, vital to the success of international trade. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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An order for guns and powder to salute the start of Congress on its new annual date

252. George Washington. A printed Act of Congress, one page, 8 x 12.75, which states, in part: “Be it enacted by the Senate and House

of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That after The third day of March next, the first annual meeting of Congress Shall be on the fourth Monday of October next”; and a one-page ALS, signed “Jno Stagg,” one page, 8 x 12.75, to William Knox. In full: “The Secretary of War requests that you will furnish Captain Jeremiah Fisher of the city artillery, in order to fire a salute on tomorrow, at the opening of Congress: One hundred and eighty pounds of Cannon powder—One hundred Tubes—Forty six Flannel Cartridges for 12 pounders—Eight Portfires.” In very good to fine condition, with partial separations along intersecting folds and scattered light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

253. George Washington. Ink signature, “G Washington,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 slip clipped from a larger document or letter. Slip has been de-acidified and simply matted in UV filtering plexiglass to an overall size of 7 x 5.5. A light block of toning over signature from previous display, and a well-done professional repair to a separation under signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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After securing a formal alliance with France, Adams works with the French media to bolster public support 254. John Adams. Revolutionary War–dated thirdperson ANS to Edme Jacques Genet, signed within the text “Mr. Adams,” one page, 5.25 x 2.25, July 9, 1778.

In full: “Mr. Adams conveys to Mr. Genet all the Papers he has rec’d, by the last vessells [sic].” In very good condition, with a vertical fold, scattered toning, and light mirroring of ink to right side.

Following France’s declaration of alliance with the fledgling United States in the spring of 1778—made official with the Treaty of Alliance, guaranteeing military support between the two nations, and the Treaty of Amity and Commerce, establishing a commercial alliance—John Adams boarded the Continental Navy frigate Boston headed for France. Corresponding extensively with Edmé Jacques Genet, of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Adams provided information about the treaties and events in America to be passed on to the French public, whose support was crucial. A handsomely penned note regarding America’s most important ally in the Revolution. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

A ship’s pass for the ‘Amiable’

255. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partly-

printed vellum scalloped-top DS, signed by Jefferson as president, “Th: Jefferson,” and by Madison as secretary of state, one page, 10.25 x 15, October 23, 1807. A ship’s pass issued to the “Ship Amiable of New York, Samuel Rinken, Master and Commander…mounted with no guns, navigated with twelve men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hinderence, seizure or molestation.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges, intersecting storage folds (one passing through a single letter of Madison’s signature), Jefferson’s signature very light and just slightly visible (his last name is slightly darker, but still fairly faint), adhesive remnants to reverse, light wrinkling and scattered mild toning. Paper seal is crisp and intact and Madison’s signature is darker and legible. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Offering a letter of introduction for an American traveling to Europe, “Th: Jefferson will with pleasure serve Mr. Randolph’s friend as far as he is able” 256. Thomas Jefferson. Third-person ALS, one page, 8 x 5, February 10, 1800. In full: “Th: Jefferson will with pleasure serve Mr. Randolph’s

friend as far as he is able; but it will be necessary for him to explain to Mr. R. the small extent of his present acquaintance in Europe in order to know how he may turn it to the best account. Some idea too will be useful of the probable range of travelling proposed by the gentleman.”

Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in Jefferson’s hand, “Mr. Randolph, North 4th Street 53.” Intersecting folds, some scattered light toning and creases, and a small spot to text lightly affecting a single word of text, otherwise fine condition.

Writing only two months before he became the Democratic-Republican nominee for president, Jefferson agrees to write a letter of introduction for the friend of possibly Edmund Randolph, a Virginia politician and a distant relative. Jefferson was well known abroad, having served as the United States Minister to France from 1784 to 1789, but although he made many friends in this position ten years earlier, he mentions, rather modestly, “the small extent of his present acquaintance in Europe.”

In what Jefferson would call the “Revolution of 1800,” he led a peaceful transition of power to the Democratic-Republicans. With Aaron Burr, who was elected vice president, Jefferson rallied his party and prevailed in the election of 1800, becoming the third president of the United States. His victory was not celebrated in all circles, however: northern critcs called him the ‘Negro president,’ since his win was largely due to the Three-Fifths Compromise, a deal giving southern states more political influence based on their number of slaves. Fine association to Jefferson’s influence in Europe, written the year he would win the presidency. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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258. James Madison. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 12.5 x 8, February 14, 1814. President Madison appoints David W. McRorie as “a Midshipman in the Navy of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy William Jones. Heavy intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered staining and soiling, and signature very light but legible, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

259. James Madison.

Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 12 x 15, September 20, 1815. President Madison grants 50 acres of land to, “Thomas Moore, a Captain for three years, and by William Adams, a soldier for three years, to the United States, in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment, and in pursuance of an Act of the Congress of the United States passed on the 10th day of August, in the year 1790, intituled ‘An Act to enable the Officers and Soldiers of the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment, to obtain Titles to certain Lands lying north west of the river Ohio, between the Little Miami and Sciota;’” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, curled edges from previous rolling, and a few words of handwritten text just a shade light. The white paper seal is intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

260. James Madison.

Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 10 x 15.5, July 10, 1807.

Scalloped-top ship’s pass reads, in part: “Suffer the Ship Silver Grey of New Bedford, Joseph A. Bailey master or commander… mounted with no guns navigated with twelve men to pass with her company passengers goods and merchandise, without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and countersigned by Secretary of State Robert Smith. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of Madison’s bold signature, and some scattered light soiling and spotting, otherwise fine condition. The white seal is intact and only slightly worn. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

261. James Monroe. Partly-printed DS, signed “Jas. Monroe,” one page, 15 x 12, September 26, 1825. Uncommon variation of a land grant issued to Michael Sugart for 100 acres of land in Washington County, Virginia. Signed at the bottom by Monroe. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning, and some portions of handwritten text a bit light, but still legible. The white paper seal is still attached. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Stunning appointment from the start of his presidency, extending further diplomatic responsibilities to Albert Gallatin 262. James Monroe. Manuscript vellum DS as president, one page, 17.5

x 14.5, April 5, 1817. Diplomatic appointment reads, in part: “That for the purpose of confirming between the United States and his Majesty The King of the United Netherlands perfect harmony and good correspondence, and of removing all grounds of dissatisfaction and reposing special Trust and Confidence in the Integrity, Prudence, and Abilities of Albert Gallatin, our Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States at the Court of France, and William Eustis, our Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States at the Court of his Majesty the King of the United Netherlands, I have appointed them jointly…to agree, treat, consult, or negotiate of and concerning the general commerce between the United States and the Kingdom…and to conclude or and sign a Treaty or Treaties, Convention or Conventions…transmitting the same to the President of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned by the Acting Secretary of State Richard Rush. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, some scattered toning, mainly to edges, and light wrinkling.

After serving the state of Pennsylvania in both the Senate and the House, Swiss-born Albert Gallatin was appointed as Secretary of the Treasury in 1801, a position he would hold until 1814—the longest tenure of this office in American history. Adeptly navigating the difficult waters of the War of 1812, for which the US was completely financially unprepared, Gallatin proved himself highly effective in a diplomatic capacity, finding creative and well-received solutions to historically divisive obstacles. When Britain and the US began direct negotiations to reach a peace treaty in 1813, he was sent to France to head the US delegation, and played an instrumental role in securing the Treaty of Ghent, which finally brought the war to a close. As the newly inaugurated President Monroe sought an end to the discriminating shipping duties of the Netherlands in 1817, he appointed Gallatin—then serving as US Minister to France—Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to again help in negotiating on behalf of his country. A handsome and beautifully preserved document, appointing an important special envoy who, time and again, proved his abilities as a diplomat. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

263. James Monroe. ALS signed “Jas. Monroe,” one page both sides, 7 x 9, Richmond, July 28, 1802. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In full: “I did not answer yr very friendly letter relative to the accommodation you wd give me in may sooner, because it was previously necessary to confer with the person for whom I intended it, to ascertain whether he cod. wait that term. I have had the conference and find that he will cheerfully wait the time desired. I shall therefore accept with pleasure this testimony of your friendship.

The subject of amendments was a delicate one, with a view to the ultimate success of any proposition from this State. Propositions of amendment were carried in the H. of Delegates, and finally postponed for present in the Senate, on the idea that the delay might contribute more to the advancement of the object that their adoption immediately. I will forward you a copy of the amendments as soon as I can get them copied.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a horizontal fold through signature, and some light show-through from writing on opposing sides. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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264. John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay. Ink signa-

ture, as president, “J. Q. Adams,” and “H. Clay,” as secretary of state, on an off-white 4 x 2 vellum slip clipped from a larger document and inlaid to a 5 x 2.5 off-white sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

265. John Quincy Adams. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 15.5 x 9.5, December 1, 1825.

President Adams grants almost 80 acres of land in Alabama to Joseph Guy. Signed at the conclusion by Adams and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. Two vertical folds, light wrinkling and creasing, Adams’s signature a couple of shades light, as well as some of the written text, otherwise very good condition. The white wafer seal is cracked and worn, but intact. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

267. Martin Van Buren. Ink signature, as secretary of

state, “M. Van Buren,” on an off-white slip clipped from a document. Matted with a color portrait of Van Buren to an overall size of 8.5 x 11. In fine condition, with a vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The former first lady writes of religion and her family 268. Anna Harrison. Wife (1775–1864) of President William Henry Harrison and grandmother of President Benjamin Harrison, who served nominally as First Lady of the United States during her husband’s one-month term in 1841, but she never entered the White House.

Uncommon ALS signed “A. Harrison,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, May 3, 1856. Some toning and foxing along intersecting folds and lightly trimmed vertical edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 84 | November 13, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

The president and future Confederate president appoint an engineer in the army

269. William Henry Harrison. Printed

silk ribbon from Harrison’s 1840 presidential campaign, 2.5 x 7, featuring an engraved portrait of Harrison in the center with ribbons above him reading, “Constitution, Harrison & Reform.” Bold text at the top promotes a “Harrison Jubilee” campaign rally, to be held on July 4, 1840, in Norfolk County. In very good condition, with some scattered foxing and staining. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

273. Franklin Pierce and Jefferson Davis. Partly-printed DS

270. Millard Fillmore. Ink signa-

ture, “Millard Fillmore, Buffalo, Feby.

5th, 1873,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

as president, one page, 14 x 18, August 14, 1854. President Pierce appoints William P. Graighill a “Brevet Second Lieutenant in the Corps of Engineers in the service to the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Pierce and countersigned by Jefferson Davis. Document is affixed to an identical size mount. In very good condition, with previous intersecting folds, a bit of light soiling, Davis’s signature fairly light, but still legible, and tape to edges. The white seal is slightly worn, but intact. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

271. Millard Fillmore. Full free frank,

measuring 5.5 x 7.5 unfolded, with panel measuring 5.25 x 3, addressed in another hand to “T. H. Hubbard, Esq., Supt. Cont. Clerk, Utica,” and franked along the top, “Free, M. Fillmore, M. C.” Some light feathering to the “M. C.,” and a bit of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

274. Franklin Pierce. Ink signature, “Franklin Pierce,” on an offwhite 4 x .75 slip clipped from a larger document and affixed to a slightly larger off-white slip. Two vertical folds passing through two letters of signature and a bit of light show-through from adhesive on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Book from Fillmore’s library notated, “Finished reading Sept. 28, 1865” 272. Millard Fillmore. Signed book: Bancroft’s History of the United States Volume

II. Later printing. Boston: Little, Brown and Company, 1853. Hardcover, 6 x 9.5, 466 pages. Front pastedown bears a vertical ownership signature, “Millard Fillmore, Dec. 12, 1853.” On the title page Fillmore has penned the book’s location on his library shelf: “I – C.” Fillmore has also made pencil notations in the margins: “Louis 14th Charles I Why not say the son of Charles 1st?” (p48). “Vane” (p51), “Never published. As after preparation it was discovered that the difficult Tribes spoke different languages & it was not considered worthwhile” (p94), “Quere? How was saved?” (p110), “Eleutheria, Festival of liberty Anthon. Cape Carteret at the mouth of the Santec R.” (p166), “Fanuel Hall” (p182), “Carteret had been governor of the ilse of Jersey” (p315), and, at bottom of last page of book, Fillmore has written and initialed: “Finished reading Sept. 28, 1865 / M.F.” Autographic condition: an EJ Fillmore stamp to front pastedown, and scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 85

Forewarding a recommendation for the Supreme Court 275. James Buchanan. Handwritten endorsement as president, signed “J. B.,” on the docketing panel of a 7.75 x 9.75 letter written to him by A. G. Brown. Buchanan writes, “14 June 1860, Referred to the Att’y General.” Brown initially enclosed a letter recommending Wiley P. Harris for a position as a Supreme Court justice. In fine condition, with adhesive remnants to the bottom of Brown’s letter, and pencil notations around Buchanan’s endorsement. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-devisite of Buchanan. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

276. James Buchanan. Handwritten

endorsement on the reverse of a partlyprinted bond issued to J. F. Heinish for a sum of $4000, one page, 8 x 9.5, dated April 1, 1852.

Endorsement reads, in full: “Lancaster, 1 April 1852, Received of J.F. Heinish, Esquire, the sum of two thousand one hundred & twenty dollars in full of the principal and interest of the within bond. Also the sum of two hundred and forty dollars, the interest due this day on his two bonds to me, due respectively on the first of April 1853 and the first of April 1854.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Buchanan. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.75 x 21.75. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, some scattered light toning, and signature on bond removed from the bottom, as was common when the debt was paid. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“To-day Mr. Lincoln’s remains pass through the City of N.Y.—There has been scarcely any business done since the President was killed.

To-morrow the Theatres will be opened and every thing resumed as usual” 277. Abraham Lincoln Assassination. Collection of four letters, various sizes, 27 pages in all, all written to New York photographer Charles D. Fredricks, one dated 1864 and three 1865. A selection from the letters follows:

Letter from his wife Louise, dated April 18, 1865: “I suppose before you receive this you will have learned the awful news with which we were all so shocked on Saturday morning…I refer of course, to the shooting of the President and the attempt upon the life of Seward who was confined to his bed having been thrown from a carriage. You will of course see some papers so it is unnecessary for me to scribe particulars. The feeling of indignation is almost universal, and the two or three voices which have been raised against it have received very summary treatment at the hands of the people. There will be no business done until after the President’s funeral which takes place to-morrow. Thursday had previously been appointed as a day of rejoicing & illumination to-gether with ThanksgivingServices in all the churches. I suppose the order of the day will be somewhat changed. Mr. Mather told Lige that it was doubtful if the Steamer sailed on Wednesday, as there had been so little freight shipped from the general stagnation of business on account of the Presidents death.”

Second letter from his wife, dated April 25, 1865: “The day upon which your letter was written ‘Viernes Santo’ [Good Friday] was an eventful one for the U.S. and about which you already know. To-day Mr. Lincoln’s remains pass through the City of N.Y.—There has been scarcely any business done since the President was killed. To-morrow the Theatres will be opened and every thing resumed as usual.” The third letter is from Oliver Taylor dated April 19, 1965, about Fredricks sending Royal Havana lottery tickets to Taylor; and the fourth is a 15-page letter from Henry Avery, dated December 21, 1864, decribing the supplies he’s bought for Fredricks’s studio, as well as items he’s sold and on the current business situation, “I send by Purser of Eagle [steamship] the Passepartouts [French term for mats] ordered and by him also the Engraving of Lincoln and Lithograph of Franklin which are the largest heads I could get as for the Spanish.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Sharing news of Lincoln’s death, “I think this will be the greatest calamity this Country ever felt. We must hope for the best” 278. Abraham Lincoln Assassination. ALS signed “O. D. Taylor,” two onionskin pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, Taylor & Co. letterhead, April 15, 1865. Letter to photographer Charles Fredricks. In part: “With regard to the $10,000 Prize we are very glad you made the arrangement with Messr Wells Fargo & Co. though We are prepared to cash it but in any Similar Event—if you should make such arrangements it will be a good thing for us both. We have not yet heard who holds it and as soon as presented will cash it and send it to you. We fear some Jew has it and sent it before this or on this steamer.” At this point, Taylor evidently heard that Lincoln had died earlier that morning. Boldly penned in the left margin of the first page, “Our President is Dead.” He continues on page two: “it is impossible to write now the excitement here is awful. Even worse than in the July Riot though no particular disturbance.

Great crowds on every corner you never saw any similar in your life for myself I am wild. I think this will be the greatest calamity this Country ever felt. We must hope for the best.” In very good condition, with creasing to second page, as well as a few smudges to text, a few other creases, and small area of paper loss to hinge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare franked correspondence to a prominent supporter who later came out against the Emancipation Proclamation

279. Abraham Lincoln. Hand-addressed and free-franked envelope panel, 4 x 2.25, addressed by Lincoln to, “Thurlow Weed, Albany,

New York,” and franked in the upper right, “A. Lincoln,” bearing a Washington, D.C. postmark (the date is indecipherable but has been erroneously penciled to read 1860). Matted and framed in a vintage presentation with a portrait engraving and medal to an overall size of 9 x 10.25.

Tear to top right affecting last two letters of signature, pencil marks and highlights to postmark, and some scattered light toning and creasing, otherwise fine condition. Weed (1797–1882) was a New York political boss and organizer who, after his strong support of Lincoln in the 1860 election, lost favor with the administration after voicing opposition to the Emancipation Proclamation. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Lincoln free franks are quite rare, with only seven others having been sold by us over the past 20 years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 87

With the Siege of Petersburg raging, Lincoln appoints an officer to provide troops with their essential supplies

280. Abraham Lincoln. Partly-printed war-dated

DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.25, July 7, 1864. President Lincoln appoints Robert S. Lacey an “Assistant Quartermaster of the Volunteers with the rank of Captain.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln, and countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 25. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, scattered light toning and mirroring of text, and a few creases and wrinkles. The blue wafer seal is worn, but intact. Prior to his service as assistant quartermaster, Lacey raised a company of volunteers in Harrison County, Ohio, and served with General Ulysses S. Grant at the Siege of Petersburg in Virginia as a member of the Army of the Potomac.

The Civil War veteran, as well as his brother, another Union officer, are both interred at Arlington National Cemetery. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

“I had the pleasure of extending the right hand of fellowship with Abraham Lincoln last Tuesday night” 281. Abraham Lincoln Sighting. Handwritten letter mentioning

Abraham Lincoln, three pages, 8.5 x 10.75, December 18, 1860. In part: “I had the pleasure of extending the right hand of fellowship with Abraham Lincoln last Tuesday night at the Burnet House. He passed through here on his way to Washington City…I never before saw such a crowd of people as there was out on Tuesday evening…Wilson and I…climbed up on an old porch where we could have had a fair view of the President but so many others got up there the old thing caved in and let us fall through so we had to give it up. We went to the Burnet House though and shook hands with him. He made two speeches while he was here…A great many of the Bell men are very well pleased with Abraham Lincoln. They say he will make the best President we ever had.” In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds (some with slight separations), and a few edge chips and tears. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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On a hectic day of domestic and international business at the White House, Lincoln discharges a soldier to become a clerk 282. Abraham Lincoln. War-dated

handwritten endorsement, signed as president, “A. Lincoln,” dated October 20, 1864, on an off-white 9.75 x 8 sheet. Lincoln writes, “Let this man be discharged. A. Lincoln. Oct. 20, 1864.”

Originally an integral leaf to a letter concerning Henry H. Smith, the page has been folded in thirds, as usual, for filing. The first column indicates that the letter was from Coldwater, Michigan, August 26, 1864, ostensibly from Republican Congressman Charles Upson and that he “Requests the discharge of Henry H. Smith 116 Co 2d Batt V.R.C. [Veterans Reserve Corps].” Another endorsement which reads: “If Mr. Smith should be discharged from the service and should apply for a clerkship in this office, I would recommend him for appointment. Wm. Maynadier Col. & Acts. Ch’f Ord. Ordinance Office Oct 20th 1864.” Lincoln’s endorsement is written under Maynadier’s. Scattered toning and soiling, several ink brushes, including a couple trivial brushes to Lincoln’s signature and endorsement, and missing lower corner, affecting nothing, otherwise fine condition. This endorsement from Lincoln was made on a very busy day in the White House, which included the sending of two letters to Queen Isabella II of Spain, congratulations to Emperor Wilhelm I of Prussia on the birth of a grandson, and the issue of what was to be his last Proclamation of Thanksgiving on October 20, 1864. Such war-dated discharges are highly prized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

“The Republicans seem ripe for one presidential term.

I do not think they ought to be permitted to come forward and take an old Jackson proposition out of our hands” 283. Andrew Johnson. LS, signed in pencil, one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.75, January 27, 1872. Letter to Senator Edgar Cowan, marked “Private,” at the top. In part: “Would you have any objection to the publication of your letter and my reply to it at this time in some paper in Pennsylvania? If not, let them be published wherever you think best. If, however, you think it better for them to appear in some Tennessee papers, you will give your consent, or to let them remain where they are, you will so intimate. The Republicans seem ripe for one presidential term. I do not think they ought to be permitted to come forward and take an old Jackson proposition out of our hands and make capital out of it. I would be pleased to hear from you on the posture of our public affairs at present.” In fine condition, with small tape repair to one edge of a horizontal fold. During his administration, Johnson sent Congress proposals for amendments to limit the president to a single six-year term, to make the president and the Senate directly elected, and to institute term limits for judges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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With the potential for a major inter-oceanic canal, Johnson works earnestly to assure good relations with Nicaragua 284. Andrew Johnson. Partly-printed DS as president, one

page, 8 x 8.25, June 13, 1867. Document reads, in full: “I hereby authorize and direct the Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to my Full Power to A.B. Dickinson, Esqre to negotiate an Article providing for an extension of the time for exchanging the ratifications of the Treaty of Friendship and Commerce with Nicaragua, signed March 16, 1859, dated this day, and signed by me; and for so doing this shall be his warrant.” Attractively matted and framed with a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s to an overall size of 26.75 x 16.75. A few wrinkles and creases, mild toning to one horizontal fold, and several stray ink marks above signature, otherwise fine condition.

In hopes of securing future international commerce opportunities, President Johnson gave US Minister to Nicaragua Andrew B. Dickinson full power to extend the time for ratifying a Treaty of Friendship and Commerce with the Central American nation. As early as the 1820s, talk circulated of constructing a waterway through the country to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. After an 1849 attempt at construction by Cornelius Vanderbilt showed the potential in the project, the US government began to consider the undertaking more seriously, which inspired the Treaty, initially drafted under President James Buchanan and ratified under Johnson in 1868. A wonderful document regarding the highly important Inter-Oceanic Nicaragua Canal, a project still in the works today. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

285. U. S. Grant. Ink signature, “U.

S. Grant,” on an off-white slip. Doublematted and framed with an engraved portrait of Grant seated at camp to an overall size of 12.5 x 18.25. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light foxing.

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

286. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 7 x 7.5, February 4, 1870. President Grant orders the Secretary of State to affix “the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of Francis A. Vorhees.” Triple-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Grant looking at a map to an overall size of 24.5 x 18. In fine condition, with a horizontal fold passing through the upper portion of Grant’s signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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287. U. S. Grant.

Crisp ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

288. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 17.75 x 14, October

20, 1873. President Grant appoints Aaron Bell of California “to be Register of the Land Office at Shasta, California, vice Joseph Isaacs, deceased.” Signed at the conclusion by Grant and countersigned by Secretary of the Interior Columbus Delano. In very good condition, with Grant’s signature light, but legible, and scattered toning and foxing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

289. Rutherford and Lucy Hayes. DS, as president, signed “R.

B. Hayes,” one page, 8 x 10, October 18, 1877. Hayes orders the Secretary of State “to affix the Seal of the United States to a warrant for the pardon of James Callan”; and ink signatures, “R. B. Hayes,” and “Lucy W. Hayes,” on individual off-white slips. All are double-matted and framed with two portraits, a small plaque, electoral ticket, and a medallion of Hayes, to an overall size of 37.75 x 18. In fine condition, with some light creasing to Lucy’s slip. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

290. Rutherford B. Hayes.

Ink endorsement signature, “Rutherford B. Hayes,” on an off-white 2.5 x 1.75 slip clipped from a check, with an unidentified signature above Hayes’s. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

292. James A. Garfield. Ink franking signature, “J. A. Garfield,”

on a yellow 3.5 x 1.25 slip clipped from an envelope, with “M. C.,” printed below the signature. Some mild wrinkling and creasing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

291. Rutherford B. Hayes. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 20 x 16, January 28, 1878. President Hayes appoints Aaron Bell “to be Register of the land office at Shasta, California.” Signed at the conclusion by Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of the Interior Carl Schurz. In very good condition, with scattered toning and foxing. Rolled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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293. Lucretia Garfield. Hand-addressed

and free franked blackbordered mourning envelope, 4.5 x 3.25, addressed to, “Mrs. A. J. Solomon, 54 East 65th Street, New York City, N. York,” and franked across the top, “Lucretia R. Garfield.” Envelope bears a June 9, West Mentor, postmark, and a June 10, 1890, cancellation on the detached back flap. In fine condition, with mild toning and some light pencil remnants to front.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

294. Chester A. Arthur. Ink signature as president, “Ches[ter] A. Arthur,” on an off-white 6.5 x 1.5 slip clipped from a document. Also lightly signed below by his secretary of state, Frederick T. Frelinghuysen. In good condition, with a central vertical fold, three repaired tears passing through the signature, and paper loss to the center resulting in the absence of a portion of his first name. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I have never been able to suppose that anyone believed that I was dishonest or self-serving in the discharge of the duties pertaining to the great office of President” 295. Grover Cleveland.

Excellent ALS from Cleveland to Frank M. Thorn of New York. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 6.75, November 26, 1903. In part: “I have received the copies of ‘What’s the use?’ which you sent me, and have read the Horvath article with indignant amazement, and your reply, (not altogether correct in some small details), with grateful satisfaction.

Somehow I have never been able to suppose that anyone believed that I was dishonest or self-serving in the discharge of the duties pertaining to the great office of President; and it has never seemed to me that any decently inclined man needed any assurance from me on that subject...Through some tribulation I have been able there for [sic] to keep my faith in the American people as ‘the best people in the world.’...I certainly have no occasion to feel cast down on account of the silly attacks of the ‘base sort,’ in the light of the recent evidence of just and generous appreciation of my work among those amenable to American manliness and fair play. And a man should be abundantly satisfied when added to this there are those so friendly and so competent as you, at hand, to stand up in his defense. You have certainly done me no small service; and I thank you for it from the bottom of my heart.” In fine condition, with a tiny edge separation at horizontal mailing fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Cleveland’s hand.

After stirring up the Buffalo newspaper scene writing under the pen names Hy Slocum, Frank Clive, and possibly Carl Byng—frequently contributing to the Buffalo Express before being banned from the paper by co-owner Samuel Clemens—New York attorney Frank Manly Thorn turned his attention to Democratic politics. After years of campaigning for local fellow attorney-turned-President Grover Cleveland, Thorn was appointed chief clerk of the Internal Revenue Bureau, a position he held through Cleveland’s first administration. Returning to his home in New York at the end of the 1880s, Thorn remained a dedicated supporter, combining his friendship, political interest, and writing ambitions into frequent publications defending Cleveland’s reputation. A wonderfully heart-felt letter from Cleveland regarding the publication ‘What’s the use?’—one of Cleveland’s most famous quotes regarding the presidency—to his longtime friend and supporter, in his corner for over two tumultuous decades. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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296. Grover Cleveland. ALS, one page

both sides, 5 x 6.5, personal letterhead, April 3, 1898. Letter declining an invitation.

In part: “Your courteous invitation to be present at the opening of the International Health Exposition on the 25 instant has been received. I regret that I’m engaged…the date specified.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

297. Grover Cleveland.

Two letters from Cleveland to Frank M. Thorn of New York, both accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Cleveland’s hand: ALS as president, one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, Executive Mansion letterhead, June 9, 1885.

In part: “I am surprised to receive to-day yours of the 8th because I understood the Comis. of Internal Revenue to say that he had notified you…I will see him to-morrow and tell him to inform you just when he will want you.” ALS, one page both sides, 7.75 x 10.25, Cleveland, Bissell & Sicard letterhead, September 29, 1882. In part: “I have been advised by Mr. Matthews to ask you if you will write and send to me any day, something in an editorial way—much or little—which I can publish in my paper…You would feel very much flattered if you knew all that I have heard said about you this morning.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by some other unrelated correspondence sent to Thorn. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

299. Benjamin Harrison. Bank check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and

signed by Harrison, “Benj. Harrison,” payable to Braden & Co. for $4.27, November 29, 1882. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with an unobtrusive cancellation cut to center. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

300. Benjamin Harrison. Ink sig-

nature, “Benj.

Harrison,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 slip, clipped from the closing of a letter and affixed to an identical size slip. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

298. Grover and Frances Cleveland.

Vintage fountain pen signatures, “Grover Cleveland, July 17, 1886” and “Frances Folsom Cleveland, July 20, 1886,” on an offwhite 6.5 x 3.75 sheet.

Matted and framed with a small portrait of Grover Cleveland to an overall size of 10 x 12. In fine condition, with a few tiny stains. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

301. Benjamin Harrison. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 21.5 x 15.5, April 8, 1889. President Harrison appoints James McDowell of Highmore, Dakota, as Register of the Land Office at Huron, [South] Dakota. Signed at the conclusion

by Harrison and countersigned by Secretary of the Interior John W. Noble. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 30.5 x 24.5. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creases and soiling, as well as a few spots along right side. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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302. Benjamin Harrison. ALS signed “Benj

305. William McKinley. Ink

Harrison,” one page, lightlylined, 5 x 8, September 2, 1888. Letter to General George Wright. In part: “The day named for the meet of the Veterans of 1840…is entirely convenient for me, and I will be glad to meet them.” Letter is removably encapsulated in acid-free Mylar, a vertical fold, a couple slight brushes to text, and light show-through from docketing on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

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

signature, “William McKinley,” on an off-white 4 x 1 clipped slip. In very good condition, with scattered creases, toning, and thin areas at edges from surface loss to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Unusual and mesmerizing three-dimensional portrait 306. William McKinley. Un-

303. William McKinley. Ex-

ecutive Mansion card, boldly signed in black ink, “Dec. 17, 1897, With best wishes, yours sincerely, William McKinley.” In very good condition, with scattered light toning and soiling and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

304. William McKinley.

TLS signed “W. McKinley,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, May 7, 1896. Letter of thanks to a Maine bank president. In full, “I thank you very much for your courtesy in sending me copy of the History of your Centennial Celebration held during your term as Mayor.

For your professional felicitations, I am very grateful.” Letter is affixed to a slightly larger mount. In fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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common vintage matte-finish 5.75 x 8 bas-relief cameo-style photo by Taber Studios of New York, matted to an overall size of 10.25 x 12.5, signed in black ink on the mat, “With cordial regards, Wm. McKinley.” In fine condition. This style of portrait was a patented invention of F. A. Taber who, with his brother, Isaiah West Taber, created a turn-of-the-century sensation with this new 3-D technique. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

307. William M c K i n l e y.

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21 x 16, July 18, 1898. President McKinley appoints Benjamin Alvord “Chief Ordnance Officer of Volunteers with the rank of Major in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by McKinley and countersigned by Secretary of War Russel Alger. In fine condition, with some light feathering to McKinley’s signature. The blue seal is crisp and intact. Rolled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce and desirable 1910 limited edition African Game Trails 308. Theodore Roosevelt. Signed book: African Game Trails,

Volume I. Limited edition of 500 copies (this being No. 369). NY: Charles Scribners’s Sons, 1910. Hardcover, 6.75 x 10, 268 pages.

Signed on the colophon in black ink. In fine condition, with some mild toning along fore-edge of signed page. Book condition: VG-/ None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

309. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one

page, 23 x 19, March 30, 1907. Roosevelt appoints Drew Linard a “Consul of the United States of America at Ceiba, Honduras.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of State Elihu Root. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, several lightly passing through signature, scattered light toning, a couple inconsequential edge tears, and slight mirroring from folding.

The seal is uniformly toned, but crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

310. Theodore Roosevelt. Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 10 photo by George Prince,

signed in the lower border in black ink, as president, “with the regards of Theodore Roosevelt, May 20th 1908.” Double-matted to an overall size of 13 x 15.75. In very good condition, with a noticeable vertical crease to lower portion of image and some scattered light soiling to lower border. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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311. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS signed “T.

Roosevelt,” one page, 8.5 x , Metropolitan letterhead, May 27, 1916.

Letter to Luther W. Greider of West Virginia. In full: “That’s a particularly nice letter of yours and I must send you just this line of personal thanks and acknowledgment.”

In very good condition, with intersecting folds passing through the signature, various areas of irregular toning (likely due to adhesive), and some light soiling. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I deprecate having my views published in a desultory way in the press” 314. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm H. Taft,” one page, 7.5 x 10, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, January 26, 1929. Letter to H. Wilkinson Moore. In full: “I am sorry that I can not give you the time which you ask for in respect to the general subjects which you discuss. I deprecate having my views published in a desultory way in the press. I am overcome with work, and I can not spend time in the way you propose.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a few creases to lower right corner. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

312. Theodore Roosevelt. Ink signature

and inscription, “Good luck to the Allied Bazaar from Theodore Roosevelt, Nov. 15th 1916.,” on an off-white booklet page folded to a size of 4 x 5.25. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

ture, “With pleasure, Sincerely yours, Wm. H. Taft, April 5th, 1924, Washington,” on an offwhite 3.5 x 2.25 slip clipped from a larger page. Slip is affixed to a mount and framed to an overall size of 8.5 x 6.5. In fine condition, with a few ink spots over date. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“I thought you dealt with the Germans with exactly the mixture of decision and fairness that was necessary” 313. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Metropolitan letterhead, January 3, 1918. Letter to Rev. Paul R. Hickok in Troy, New York. In full, “That’s a mighty nice letter of yours and a first class sermon. I not only appreciated your allusions to me, but I thought you dealt with the Germans with exactly the mixture of decision and fairness that was necessary.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, a few creases, and mounting remnants to top edge of reverse.

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

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315. William H. Taft. Ink signa-

316. William H. Taft. TLS

signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 5.5 x 9, War Department letterhead, November 11, 1904. In full: “I have a note from my brother Harry asking a letter of introduction for you and Senor Nunez to the Superintendent at West Point. I take pleasure in inclosing a letter herewith, and hope it may reach you in time.” In very good condition, with light overall spreading to signature and a few wrinkles.

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

317. William H. Taft.

Vintage matte-finish 4 x 5.5 Pach Bros. photo, affixed to its original 6 x 9 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Very sincerely yours with best wishes, Wm. H. Taft, Aug 2nd 1915.”

A couple of diagonal lines to image, slightly trimmed edges, and a small chip to bottom of mount, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Taft laments a standstill in Congress, stuck between “Wilson’s pride, vanity, inconsiderateness and mulishness” and “Lodge’s pride, vanity, selfishness, lack of real patriotism and bitter partisan and personal hatred” 318. William H. Taft. Interesting TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 8 x 10, personal

letterhead, January 7, 1920. Letter to the Honorable William Hunt of the United States Circuit Court. In full: “I have your very kind letter and reciprocate its good wishes. I hope you are finding your judicial service out in San Francisco as pleasant as you always have. Poor Hol is gone and suddenly. I went out to Cincinnati to deliver a memorial address on him. I enclose a copy of it. [copy not present] It is too bad that the world and the country should be halted and have their best interests ground between the upper millstone of Wilson’s pride, vanity, inconsiderateness and mulishness and the nether millstone of Lodge’s pride, vanity, selfishness, lack of real patriotism and bitter partisan and personal hatred. But nothing worth having ever comes without a struggle and I am optimist. How soon do you come East again? I hope you and your family are well.” In fine condition.

Working together with Allied leaders to negotiate a peace treaty at the close of World War I, President Woodrow Wilson had built an insurmountable wall between himself and Republican Majority Leader and Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee, Henry Cabot Lodge, by not including any members of the Senate among the negotiators at the Paris Peace Conference. Unable to gain Republican support to ensure Senate approval of the Treaty of Versailles, for the first time in history the American Senate rejected a peace treaty on November 19, 1919. In a statement issued by Wilson four weeks later, he offered ‘no compromise or concession of any kind’ and pinned the fate of the treaty on the Republicans. Former president Taft, who had proposed the formation of a ‘league of peace or league of nations’ in 1915 and supported the ratification, captures the unfortunate position in this letter to William Henry Hunt, a judge in the US Court of Appeals, appointed during his administration. Deadlocked between “Wilson’s pride, vanity, inconsiderateness and mulishness” and “Lodge’s pride, vanity, selfishness, lack of real patriotism and bitter partisan and personal hatred,” the country would again watch the Treaty fail in the Senate in March of 1920, never to be brought up again, leaving the US out of the League of Nations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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319. William H. Taft. Vintage

fountain pen signature, “Wm. H. Taft, July 2nd, 1928,” adding his location during a trip to Canada, on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In very fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Oversized portrait presented to the star of 1913’s The Prisoner of Zenda

A thoughtful letter after the passing of her husband

321. Edith Bolling Wilson. ALS, on both sides of a 4 x 3 personal notecard, no date. In part: “Thank you for your sympathy and thought for all of us in the sorrow which has come to us. It is comforting to know so many dear friends hold us in their thoughts.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

322. Edith Bolling Wilson. ALS, three pages on

two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 6.75, SS Leviathan letterhead, August 6, 1924. Letter to Mrs. Warren.

In part: “At last I have met your nice friends and thanked them for bringing me your goodbye note—and now I must send you just a line of appreciation and affectionate wishes for your trip to California.” In very good condition, with the mailing fold passing between letters in her vertical signature, partial separation to adjoining fold, and a small area of repaired paper loss to the second page (affecting two words of writing). RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

323. Woodrow Wilson. Partly-

320. William H. Taft. Vintage oversized matte-finish 9.75 x 12.5

Pach Bros. three-quarter length photo, affixed to its original 13.5 x 16.25 photographer’s mount, signed and inscribed in fountain pen on the mount, as president, to noted stage actor James Hackett, “To James K. Hackett with best wishes of Wm. H. Taft, The White House, June 21, 1909.” In very good condition, with some minor scratches, dings and surface marks to image, and scattered foxing and soiling to mount. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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printed DS as president, one page, 18.5 x 14, August 29, 1914. Wilson appoints “James L. Travers of Wahkon, Minnesota,” to be “Receiver of Public Moneys at Duluth, Minnesota,” for a four-year term. Signed at the conclusion by Wilson and countersigned

by Secretary of the Interior Franklin K. Lane. Matted to an overall size of 24.5 x 20. A few light ripples and creases and some stray ink marks and spots along bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

324. Woodrow Wilson. Partly-printed DS

as president, one page, 15.75 x 19.75, January 25, 1916. Wilson appoints Lewis Sutliff “a Chief Pay Clerk in the Navy, to rank with, but after, Ensign.” Signed at the conclusion by Wilson and countersigned

by Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels.

Document is affixed to an identical size mount.

Slightly trimmed edges, Wilson’s signature a shade light, some light dampstaining and an ink notation along bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. The blue seal is slightly worn, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

327. Calvin Coolidge. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, September 15, 1926. Letter to Edward Bok. In full: “Thank you very much for your further letter of the eighth with its interesting enclosure. Recognize fully your sincerity and the ability which has been devoted to the preparation of this document, I will be very glad to give it my careful consideration.” In fine condition, with some light edge toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 328. Calvin Coolidge. Vintage

matte-finish 7.5 x 11.5 Harris and Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Oscar Winthrop, with regards, Calvin Coolidge.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 18.5. Some scattered light silvering to image and mild rippling along top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

325. Warren G. Harding. TLS, one page,

6 x 6, United States Senate letterhead, December 17, 1920. Letter of thanks for a book. In part: “I beg to gratefully acknowledge receipt of your autographed copy of your book—‘Eating to Live Long’…I know I shall be very greatly interested because I long have been of the conviction that we live very much as we eat.”

In very good condition, with trimmed edges, intersecting folds, and some scattered light soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

326. Calvin Coolidge. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, September 3, 1929.

Letter to a Maryland reverend.

In full: “I thank you for your letter stating that your church will observe its one-hundredth Anniversary the first week of October. I would appreciate it if you would express my best wishes to your congregation and my earnest hope for their continued blessing.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature.

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

329. Herbert Hoover.

TLS, one page, 5.5 x 9, personal letterhead, April 28, 1953. Brief letter to Walter Reynolds, Chief Clerk of the Committee on Government Operations. In full: “Many thanks for your note of the 23rd and its enclosures. I am glad to have these.” Matted and framed with a small portrait of Hoover and the presidential seal to an overall size of 17 x 14.5. In fine condition, with a light rusty paperclip mark above text. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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333. Herbert Hoover.

330. Herbert Hoover. Vintage

Vintage pencil signature, “The good wishes of Herbert Hoover,” on a green album page. Matted with a color portrait to an overall size of 9.75 x 15.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy photo of Hoover posing outside in front of a building, trimmed to a size of 4 x 9.5, signed in blue ink.

In very good condition, with trimmed edges, scattered creases, and mild silvering to darker areas of image and background. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

331. Herbert Hoover.

Crisp ink signature, “Herbert Hoover,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card.

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

334. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Hyde Park letterhead, December 26, 1947. Letter to Laura Delano. In part: “We are all enjoying your delicious candy. It was dear of you to send it. I tried to reach you in Rhinebeck and in New York City and am wondering where you were for Christmas.”

Roosevelt also adds a handwritten postscript at the bottom. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which bears a stamped free frank. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I am happy to send you a specimen of my frank which appears on the enclosed envelope” 332. Herbert Hoover.

TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, September 16, 1959. Letter to a collector. In full: “I am happy to send you a specimen of my frank which appears on the enclosed envelope. As for your illness, no matter what happens people with your fine spirit cannot fail in the battle.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the frank mentioned in the letter, bearing Hoover’s stamped signature in the upper right. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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335. Eleanor Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 6 x 9, White House letterhead, October 20, 1936. Letter of thanks to Daniel Willard of the B & O Railroad. In part, “When we returned to the B & O Service, we again found a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a basket of very delicious fruit.

I hardly know how to thank you for your kindness but hope you will understand how deeply we appreciate all you have done.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Eleanor’s registration for her 1940 Buick 336. Eleanor Roosevelt. DS, signed “Anna Eleanor Roosevelt,” one page both sides, 6 x 4, 1940. Roosevelt’s 1940 State of New York registration for her Buick Sport coupe, filled out in another hand and signed by Roosevelt, with the fee being $10.63.

In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Celebrating an Iowa win on the road to the White House

337. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 8 x 10, State of New York letterhead, February 2, 1932.

Letter of thanks to a Roosevelt for President Club.

In full: “Thanks much for your letter. I am very happy over the results for Iowa.” Staple hole to top left and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition.

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

338. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, one page,

7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, June 25, 1936.

Letter to F. B. Adams, Jr. In full: “I am delighted with ‘The Colophon’ and also with the ‘separate’ which you sent me. I imagine you are the only person in the world who has such a complete collection of this opus of mine.” In fine condition.

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

339. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo

by Ortho of New York, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. In very good condition, with missing lower left corner tip and a couple of noticeable creases to image and background.

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

340. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Program

from the Third Annual President Roosevelt Birthday Ball, two pages, 6 x 9, held at the Masonic Temple Ball Room in Charlotte, Michigan, on January 30, 1936, signed on the front cover in fountain pen as president, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” In fine condition, with first name of signature just a shade light from reduced ink flow, a central horizontal fold, and small mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Appointing a director to the newly-formed Federal Prison Industries

341. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 18.5 x 16.25, December 7, 1934. President Roosevelt appoints Thomas A. Rickert of New York “a Member of the Board of Directors, Federal Prison Industries Inc.” Signed at the conclusion

by Roosevelt, and countersigned by Attorney General Homer S. Cummings. In very good condition, with light uniform block of toning from previous display, show-through from tape remnants on reverse, and a bit of scattered light soiling. The gold foil seal is crisp with a small tear to upper portion. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

FDR files a 1937 claim for his portion of family-owned property 342. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Notarized DS

as president, two pages, 8 x 13, June 21, 1937.

Headed “In the Matter of acquiring title to Public Park bounded by Congress and Myrtle Avenues and Leavitt Street in the Third Ward, Borough of Queens, City of New York.” In part, “Franklin D. Roosevelt, being duly sworn, deposes and says that he joined in the prayer for relief contained in the petition of John M. Hackett and Bankers Trust Company, Executors under the Last Will and Testament of James R. Roosevelt [FDR’s half-brother], deceased. That your deponent [FDR] has been informed that the City of New York on June 26th, 1912 acquired title to Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3 herein and made an award to an ‘Unknown Owner’ in the sum of 15,200. That your deponent has been further informed that your deponent’s father, James Roosevelt, died seized of 26 2/3% of the premises of which Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3…That your deponent has been informed that he is entitled to one-third of 26 2/3% of the awards made for Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3 herein and makes claim to the same…” In fine condition, with expected folds and document wear, with a horizontal fold through a couple letters of signature. Accompanied by a seven-page document, the Last Will and Testament of FDR’s half-brother, James R. Roosevelt. Dated November 22, 1924, it includes two Codicils dated August 10, 1926, and November 8, 1926.

There are penciled notes in an unidentified hand on the first page, one noting “JRR Died 5/7/27.” A scarce, intimate family document signed by one of the world’s greatest leaders, with unique annotations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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343. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as

346. Harry and Bess Truman.

president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, December 17, 1940. Letter to Alice Huntington of South Carolina. In full: “Many thanks for that book. I am delighted to have it.”

In very good condition, with a significant stain to the left side (not affecting the bold signature). Precertified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Tri-fold program for a dinner in Truman’s honor at the Lotos Club on November 14, 1957, 8.75 x 11.75, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Harold & Monica, Harry S. Truman” and “Bess Truman.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

344. Harry S. Truman. Matte-finish 8 x

Conferring the Legion of Merit on a Soviet colonel

10 head-and-shoulders photo, nicely signed in black ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

347. Harry S. Truman. DS as president, one page, 8 x 10.25, no

345. Harry S. Truman. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Truman

welcoming members of the Independence Boys Club, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Best of luck to George Goldman, Harry S. Truman 4/9/65.” Several noticeable creases to left side, none affecting the bold signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

date. President Truman awards Lieutenant Colonel Alexandr Alexandrovich Vassiliev the Legion of Merit for “meritorious service in connection with military operations against the common enemy from 1 to 6 May 1945 while commanding Russian forces with which a meeting was effected by elements of the 11th United States Armored Division in the vicinity of Linz, Austria.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the Legion of Merit certificate issued to Vassiliev, dated May 22, 1946, signed by the secretary of war and the adjutant general. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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348. Harry S. Truman. Ballpoint signature, “Harry S. Truman, 4-20-67,” on a 6 x 4 white card with the pre-printed sentiment, “I am pleased to comply with your request for an autograph.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

349. Harry S. Truman. Early DS, two onionskin pages, 8.5 x 14, October 31, 1932. A detailed report submitted by County Surveyor Leo Koehler entitled, “Report of County Survey and E. Officio Highway Engineer.” The report consists of a lengthy description of land surrounding Highway 40. Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Truman as presiding judge. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Truman’s position as judge was administrative rather than judicial, and he oversaw the expansion of roadways in the county during his tenure. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Gargantuan portrait given to a colonel 350. Harry S. Truman. Enormous vintage matte-finish 17 x 22.5 head-and-shoulders portrait of Truman, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Colonel Elliott Niles, with kindest regards, Harry S. Truman.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 28. In fine condition, with a few generally unobtrusive creases (one noticeable to the lower right of the image). Colonel Niles (1901–1956) was the national chairman of B’nai B’rith’s Service Committee to the Armed Forces and Veterans, and his brother served as a White House administrative assistant and advisor on minority groups during the Roosevelt and Truman administrations. The image is exceptionally sharp—especially for one of this size—and its interesting military association makes it an especially impressive piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Illuminated Truman presidential proclamation for a day of prayer to celebrate Germany’s unconditional surrender 351. Harry S. Truman. Impressive printed proclamation broadside, signed “Harry S. Truman,” one page, 14.75 x 21.5, dated May 8, 1945, issued the day after the German surrender in WWII, designating a day of prayer to be celebrated on May 13, 1945.

In part: “The Allied Armies, through sacrifice and devotion and with God’s help, have wrung from Germany a final and unconditional surrender. The Western World has been freed of the evil forces which for five years and longer have imprisoned the bodies and broken the lives of millions upon millions of free-born men. They have violated their churches, destroyed their homes, corrupted their children, and murdered their loved ones. Our Armies of Liberation have restored freedom to these suffering people, whose spirit and will the oppressors could never enslave. Much remains to be done. The victory won in the West must now be won in the East. The whole world must be cleansed of the evil from which half the world has been freed. United the peace-loving nations have demonstrated in the West that their arms are stronger by far than the might of the dictators or the tyranny of military cliques that once called us soft and weak…Now, therefore, I, Harry S. Truman, President of the United States of America, do hereby appoint Sunday, May 13, 1945, to be a day of prayer. I call upon the people of the United States, whatever their faith, to unite in offering joyful thanks to God for the victory we have won and to pray that he will support us to the end of our present struggle and guide us into the ways of peace. I also call upon my countrymen to dedicate this day of prayer to the memory of those who have given their lives to make possible our victory.” Proclamation is affixed by its top corners to a slight larger mount and matted to an overall size of 22 x 28. In fine condition, with signature a few shade light. A beautiful proclamation from this hard-won day of celebration, commemorating victory in Europe and bringing an end to one of the darkest periods of modern history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Truman passes along a lengthy letter from a California inventor attempting to solve the world’s problem, asking Snyder to read since he will be “going to the nuts home state” 352. Harry S. Truman. ANS as president signed “H.S.T.,” one page, 5 x 8, White House letterhead,

no date. Note to Secretary of the Treasury John Snyder concerning a lengthy letter written to Truman from a Stockton, California, inventor. Truman writes: “Looks like this person has the answer. Read it and see what you think. Going to the nuts home state you may see him.”

The letter Truman refers to is from Charles Edwin Ashton. The back of the last page reads, “Mrs. Truman will you kindly give this to Mr. Truman when you are alone as no one will see it and after he has read it please destroy it. Thank You so much.” The letter, two pages, both sides, reads, in part: “Now as to my plan to pay the National debt, here it is. Present a bill to both houses providing for a repeal of all kinds of taxes such as Real Estate, Personal Property, Income, Inheritance, Vacation and Auto Taxes and in their place a 3¢ tax on every dollar spent for any thing…Now Christ said to them that give it shall be given. So I say to you have a bill passed by Congress to give all old people in U.S. over 60 years of age who will stop competing for wages $50.00 a week each which must all be spent in 7 days…I am planning on taking over the old people myself with my new great invention the greatest the world has yet seen. With my new invention working together I will go on a non-stop flight around the world in 24 hours. I wish you could see my drawings as quite a few of confidential friends have and some navy technicians have and all have said ‘We see no reason at all why it will not work.’ I am planning on this invention helping all countries to an elimination of their poor. If you can’t get away incognitio [sic] come out and see my drawings and if I can get any money from my cotton picker I will have a working model in 30 days from the time I get the money and in less than 30 days from then I will have an auto running by the power of this invention. Do not mention this to a soul.” In fine condition, with a paperclip to top edge. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 105

Uncommon 1953 oversized portrait of Ike and his cabinet— featuring future president Nixon 353. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Cabinet. Vintage mattefinish 14 x 11 photo of Eisenhower and his cabinet, circa January– September 1953, signed in blue and black ink by, “H. C. Lodge” (UN Ambassador); “Douglas McKay” (Secretary of the Interior); “George Humphrey” (Secretary of the Treasury); “Richard Nixon” (Vice President); “Herbert Brownell” (Attorney General); “Sinclair Weeks” (Secretary of Commerce); “Oveta Culp Hobby” (Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare); “Sherman Adams” (Presidential Assistant); “Arthur Flemming” (Advisory Committee Chairman and future HEW Secretary); “Martin P. Durkin” (Secretary of Labor); “Arthur Summerfield” (Postmaster General); “John Foster Dulles” (Secretary of State); “Dwight D. Eisenhower”; “C. E. Wilson” (Secretary of Defense); “E. T. Benson” (Secretary of Agriculture); and “Harold Stassen” (presidential assistant and later presidential candidate). Photo is affixed to a 15 x 11.75 mount. In very good condition, with creasing to edges and corners, several signatures fairly light, but still mostly legible, and several vertical creases through image. Since Durkin served only from January to September of 1953, the photograph would have been taken in the earliest days of Eisenhower’s presidency. There are very few, if any, other photographs of Eisenhower and his entire cabinet, making this photograph very rare. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

354. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 20 x 16, July 3, 1953. President Eisenhower appoints Edward A. Beard an “Associate Judge of the Municipal Court for the District of Columbia.” Signed at the conclusion

by Eisenhower and countersigned by Attorney General Herbert Brownell, Jr. Document is affixed to an identical size mount. Missing top corner tips, a couple of edge chips, and a mild shade of uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. The gold foil seal is intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ike looks forward to hitting the links after his hospital stay 355. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS signed “D. E.,” one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 15, 1965. Letter of thanks written from Walter Reed Hospital. In part: “My office in Gettysburg has informed me that you have, once again, so thoughtfully remembered me with a handsome box of initialled golf balls. My doctors continue to assure me that my progress is good and I look forward to some golf games before too long.” Double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Eisenhower and a small name plaque to an overall size of 21.5 x 17.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I have heard the war between the States described as, The Civil War, the Late Unpleasantness, the War to Liberate the Slaves, but never before have I heard it called the War of Northern Aggression” 356. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS signed “D.D.E.,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, February 19, 1968. Letter to Earl Mazo, at The Reader’s Digest. In part: “Thank you very much for the explanation of Clemson’s venture into the blue cheese business; it was interesting—not to say romantic. I have heard the war between the States described as, The Civil War, the Late Unpleasantness, the War to Liberate the Slaves, but never before have I heard it called the War of Northern Aggression. You were very thoughtful to send along to me the Gallup report on relative popularity of public figures. While, of course, I was pleased that I was named No. 1, the amazing thing was that I cannot recall ever having heard of this particular evaluation, yet I find that I have been included on each of the 22 years the report has been published; however, by far, the most interesting point in your letter was the postscript about your son, Mark. I hope that his victory when running as an ‘Eisenhower-Nixon Republican’ has real significance for the upcoming election.” In fine condition, with some light corner creasing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

357. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Vintage mattefinish 9.5 x 7.75 photo of Eisenhower posing outside, affixed to an 11.5 x 9.5 mount, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Willie A. Scott, with best wishes from Dwight D. Eisenhower.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

358. Lyndon B. Johnson. ANS,

in pencil, as president signed “L,” one page, 5.25 x 5.5, White House letterhead, dated at the top November 8, 1967, most likely by the recipient, Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara. In full, “Heard good reports on your Dinner Speech.” A central horizontal fold, a rough top edge, and a bit of trivial soiling, otherwise fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

359. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president,

one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, December 28, 1967. Letter to Mr. and Mrs. Robert McNamara. In full: “Your Christmas remembrance is as handsome and thoughtful a gift as I have seen. It will stay close by me as a reminder of all I owe to your good hearts and strong hands.

This will be an eventful New Year for you both.

Lady Bird and I hope that it will be bright with new blessings and achievements. We will always be happy and proud to share them with you.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

360. Lyndon B. Johnson. For-

mal White House place card, 4 x 2.5, with an embossed presidential seal at the top, with “Mrs. McNamara,” calligraphed in an unknown hand, and signed in black ink, as president, “Lyndon B. Johnson.” In fine condition, with a trivial smudge to bottom loop of the “J.” Card originates from the estate of Robert S. McNamara. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unique image of four Republican presidents at the dedication of the Nixon Presidential Library 361. Four Presidents. Color

glossy 12 x 8 photo of four former presidents during an event at the Nixon Presidential Library, signed and inscribed in blue and black felt tip, “Best wishes Marjorie, Ronald Reagan,” “To Marjorie Fluor Moore, with warm regards, from Dick Nixon, 8-5-91,” “To Marjorie, best wishes, Gerald R. Ford,” and “George Bush.” In fine condition. The Nixon Presidential Library was officially dedicated on July 19, 1990, with a ceremony that drew a crowd of over 50,000. Probably a one-of-a-kind piece, as this photo was personally taken by Moore (a contributor to the Republican Party), who also obtained the signatures. Such photos signed in combination are uncommon and highly sought after due to the difficulty in acquiring the signatures of former presidents. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Seeking Ohio delegates’ votes for “First Choice for the nomination for the Presidency of the United States” 362. Ronald Reagan. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, no date but circa March 23, 1976. State of Ohio short form document number 21, “Consent for Use of Name as First Choice for the Presidency,” in which Reagan allows an unspecified Ohio delegate “to use my name in a Declaration of Candidacy… to the Republican National Convention as his First Choice for the nomination for the Presidency of the United States by said National Convention.”

Signed at the conclusion in black felt tip by Reagan and blue ballpoint by his campaign manager, John P. Sears. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Reagan challenged the incumbent Gerald Ford for the 1976 Republican presidential nomination, in what became one of the closest primary races in modern memory—the candidate was not selected until the final vote at the National Convention. Reagan failed to win Ohio, garnering 45% of the vote to Ford’s 55%; however he bounced back in Ohio’s 1980 primaries, taking an enormous 81%. Documents signed by both Reagan and Sears are quite uncommon, making this terrific piece from Reagan’s first presidential campaign.

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

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“Americas Barbarians will have been created by her own Democratic institutions and will come from within” 363. Ronald Reagan. Extraordinary AQS, signed “Ronald

Reagan,” one page on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of his personal letterhead, Pacific Palisades, no date [circa 1965]. In full: “One hundred years ago Lord Macauley said, ‘Rome was over run and conquered by the Barbarians in the fifth century A.D.’ In the middle of the 20th century America will be over run and destroyed but with this difference. Ancient Rome’s Barbarians came from without—Americas Barbarians will have been created by her own Democratic institutions and will come from within.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Reagan’s hand. In fine, clean condition, with a small crease to top margin through letterhead.

The 1960s were a time of civil unrest, filled with protests and acts of disobedience that Reagan, like many other conservatives of the era, did not take lightly. Viewing participants in student protests as “barbarians” attempting to overrun America, Reagan launched his political career in 1966 with this opinion in the forefront, targeting anti-war student activists at the University of California-Berkeley. Originally given to the chairman of the Wisconsin Young Republican Convention as a donation for a fundraising auction in the mid-1960s, this piece remained in private hands after the auction was canceled. Such strongly worded and politically significant statements in Reagan’s own hand are of the utmost interest and rarity. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

While recovering from an injury on his ranch, Reagan sends get-well wishes to the wife of his longtime friend 364. Ronald Reagan. ALS signed “Ron,” one page, 6.25 x 4.5, personal letterhead, March 13, 1990. Letter to his longtime friend Lydia ‘Hup’ MacArthur. In full: “I’m sorry to learn about your ailment, you’ll be in my thoughts and prayers. I have a small ailment myself. Up at the ranch I let a big slab of sandstone fall on my finger. They tell me I’ll lose the nail and it’s very sore. Enclosed is something that might make your reading easier.” In very fine condition. Lydia Hupfer ‘Hup’ MacArthur was the widow of Pete MacArthur, program director of WOC in Davenport, Iowa. In 1932, MacArthur had given a then 21-year-old Reagan his first job as a sports announcer. They would remain friends until her passing at the age of 102 in 1995. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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366. Richard Nixon

367. Richard Nixon

370. Richard and Pat Nixon

371. Betty Ford and Barbara Bush

373. Jimmy Carter

374. Jimmy Carter

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377. Ronald Reagan Inauguration MB $100

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368. Richard Nixon

369. Richard Nixon

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372. Gerald Ford MB $100

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375. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

376. Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman

378. Ronald Reagan

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382. Ronald and Nancy Reagan

383. George Bush

384. George Bush

385. George Bush

386. Bill Clinton

387. Bill Clinton

388. Hillary Clinton

389. George W. Bush

390. George W. Bush

391. Barack Obama

392. Barack Obama

393. Barack Obama

394. Barack Obama

395. Michelle Obama

396. First Ladies

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Recommendation to the future US Mint Director on where to study natural sciences in Europe

397. Louis Agassiz. Eminent and versatile Swiss-born American zoologist

and geologist (1807–1873) who carried out much of his research as a longtime faculty member at Harvard, where he was also instrumental in building the university’s enviable natural history collection. ALS signed “L. Agassiz,” one page, 7.75 x 10, June 5, 1855. Letter to James P. Kimball. In full: “It will give me great pleasure to give you such letters of introduction for my friends in Germany as may be useful in your studies. Allow me however to state that unless your special object be to study Chemistry with Professor Wöhler in Göttingen, you would do better to select either Berlin or Munich for the Study of the other branches of Nat. Hist. For mining you can not select better than Freiberg. Let me know whether you are actually bound for Göttingen. I will send you letters accordingly.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, mounting remnants to reverse left edge, and a few slight ripples. After receiving this letter, Kimball enrolled at the Humboldt University of Berlin, then transferred to the University of Göttingen where he studied under Wohler, receiving his Ph.D. in 1857. Pursuing his profession, he became a noted geologist, capping his career by being appointed Director of the US Mint by President Cleveland. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare, complete 1776 free frank from Arnold’s letter to General Thomas 399. Benedict Arnold. Full hand-addressed

free frank, measuring 9 x 7.25 unfolded, with panel measuring 5.75 x 3, addressed in Arnold’s hand to, “Major General Thomas, Commanding before Quebec,” franked in the lower left, “Montreal, B. Arnold,” adding, “On the Publick Service,” across the top, and the panel marked “Free” in another hand. This frank was for a letter written by Arnold to Thomas on May 6, 1776, a copy of which is included. In very good condition, with splitting along intersecting folds (one through a single letter of the signature), scattered light toning, and a small area of paper loss to bottom from wax seal. This is the first Arnold free frank we have a record of offering.

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

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Taking payment from his partner in the fur trade

400. John Jacob Astor. Business magnate and merchant (1763–

1848) who became the first multi-millionaire in the United States.

ALS, one page, 8 x 9.75, May 27, 1805. Letter to his partner in the fur trade Peter Smith. In full: “I have your favor of 22 inst. with check for one thousand dollars to credit of your bond. I am indeed sorry to find that your [sic] unwell with the fever & ague of which I hope you’ll soon get relieved. I have been unwell for several weeks but am getting better. Mrs. Astor is also unwell.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in an unknown hand and the page retains its original intact paper seal. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

402. Clara Barton: Nikolai Kaznakoff. ALS signed “N. Kaznakoff,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, November 28, 1902.

Letter to Barton reads, in part (with grammar and spelling retained): “Allow me to congratulate you with your birthday a wish you many and many merry returns of the day and happy New Years. In the same time allow me to send you some of our Red Cross cards. I hope that you have not got them. We are in full winter and Petersburgh is now in the best season, but we must take care not to freeze the cheeks, nozes and fingers. But the beginning of the season was very tiresome and my poor wife has had a kind of stroke. She moves now and makes round the house but the tongue unfortunately does not move. It will last I fear very long time and we must take all possible care.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope in Kaznakoff’s hand, with an intact red wax seal on the reverse, docketed on the front in pencil by Barton, “Admiral Kasnakof, December 25, Christmas.” In fine condition, with a tape repair to a separation to one horizontal fold and scattered toning and soiling to envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

The chaplain assigned to the protection of West Point makes a purchase as Benedict Arnold begins his treasonous plan 401. Abraham Baldwin. Revolutionary War-dated manuscript DS, signed

“Abraham Baldwin Chaplain,” one page, 7.75 x 5.5, July 10, 1780. Document reads, in part: “Recd. Highlands…Of Jabez Clark…One Beaver Hat at Forty Shillings—For my use—Having paid the above Sum—Of this Sign Duplicate.”

Signed at the conclusion by Baldwin. Scattered light toning and some mild dampstaining along right edge, otherwise fine condition. From 1777–1783, Abraham Baldwin served as chaplain in the 2nd Connecticut Brigade assigned to garrison duty in the Hudson Highlands which included West Point.

They helped secure vital communications along the Hudson River and guard against British invasions. On July 12th, two days after Baldwin bought his hat, Benedict Arnold wrote in code to British Major John Andre telling him that he had ‘accepted the command at W[est]. P[oint].’ On August 3, 1780, three weeks later, Arnold took command of the Middle Department and began systematically weakening West Point’s defenses and military strength. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 113

Two letters from Israel’s first prime minister, one expressing disagreement with Sharett 403. David Ben-Gurion. Two ALSs, in English, both signed “D. Ben-Gurion,” both on one lightly-lined page, approximately 5 x 8.5.

The first letter, dated December 1, 1964, to Mrs. Mark Gerald reads, “I read your letter to Mr. Sharett, and I must confess I don’t agree with you. I am terribly sorry I cannot find the drawing you left with me in Hotel Sharon. Perhaps it is in Sdeh Boker; I am returning there next week, and if I find it there—it will be immediately sent you with my thanks. “ Accompanied by the original mailing envelope; the second latter, dated December 17, 1970, is to Dr. Celina Sokolow and reads, “I am most greatful for sending me your father’s History of Zionism in one volume. This is the best book on the History of Zionism. It should be translated in to Hebrew.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Nail reclaimed from the remains of the HMS Bounty, site of the famous mutiny 404. HMS Bounty. Royal Navy vessel under the command of William Bligh sent to Tahiti in 1787 to acquire breadfruit plants; the ship’s master, Fletcher Christian, led a mutiny and seized command on April 28, 1789, after the mutineers attempted to build a colony on the island of Tubuai. Curved bronze sheathing nail recovered from the HMS Bounty, approximately 1˝ long, attached to a burnt sienna cloth backing and framed to an overall size of 3.5 x 4. In fine condition. Luis Marden—writer, photographer, diver and explorer for the National Geographic Society—discovered the remains of HMS Bounty at the bottom of Bounty Bay at Pitcairn Island. This nail, recovered by Marden, is from those remains. Accompanied by a copy of the original transmittal letter from Marden, dated Ausut 2, 1971, in part: “This was recovered by me in 1957 from the bottom of Bounty Bay at Pitcairn Island, in some thirty feet of water...This nail is from the remains of the Bounty and was used to fasten the copper sheathing to the hull below the waterline.” The HMS Bounty vessel itself was built in 1784, purchased and refit by the Royal Navy in 1787, and burned and sunken on January 23, 1790—making this nail approximately 225 years old, recovered after spending 167 years at the bottom of the sea. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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405. Letizia Ramolino Bonaparte.

LS in Italian, signed “dal suo carmo (carissimo) figlio sono la vostra aftisma Madre,” (Of her most dear son I am your most affectionate Mother), three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.5, January 25, 1822. Letter to her oldest son Jospeh, former King of Spain. In part (translated): “The Cardinal [her half-brother Joseph Cardinal Fesch] has also written you several times, even after the horrible news which still causes us consternation. I still have the same courage and I endured this new trial with resignation. Yes religion strengthens my character. God who is great, and who is the consoler of the afflicted, will know how to console us on earth and protect us against the fury of our enemies. By now you will have embraced Charlotte [Joseph’s daughter]. She is probably a great consolation to you. You were right to decide to unite her in marriage with Jerome’s son [Jerome Napoleon Bonaparte II,] Enclosed you will find copies of letters of his father and Catherine [Princess Catherine of Wurttemberg…I also wrote you that Pauline [her daughter, Napoleon’s most loyal sister] promised 300,000 francs for this union upon her death. Therefore if you are of the same opinion, all that would be necessary is for him to leave immediately for America. The illness you suffered was an additional great sorrow for me in this year…Yes I plan to stay in Rome and I even hope that Divine Providence will so dispose matters that I will be able to see my whole family reunited once again…The Cardinal asks you not to make public what he wrote you…He urges you to do nothing that might be incompatible with this undertaking which will have its full effect in 18 months at the latest…Give me your news often and also news of my dear Charlotte and be convinced of the tender attachment with which I embrace both of you. Louis and his son [Louis, King of Holland, and his son Louis II] are here and are doing very well.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple lightl passing through signature, a bit of scattered light toning, and some light show-through of text on first page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The rarest of the Constitution signers orders the arrest of two men for assault 406. Jacob Broom. American businessman and politician (1752–1810) and signer of the US Constitution. ADS, one page, 7.75 x 7, July 7, 1787.

Document written as Justice of the Peace of Newcastle County, issuing a warrant for the arrest of Thomas Williams and Alexander Patten for their alleged assault of James Davis. In part: “Forasmuch as James Davis yeoman hath personally come before me…and hath taken his corporal oath that Thomas Williams and Alexander Patten…have assaulted and beaten him…these are therefore…to command you forthwith to apprehend the said Thomas Williams and Alexander Patten and bring them before me.” Document has been professionally silked, shows uniform toning, a couple brushes to text, lightly trimmed edges, and a few repaired separations, otherwise very good condition. Document is housed in a blue half-morocco and cloth clamshell case. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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410. Aaron Burr.

407. Martin Buber. German Jewish philosopher and writer

(1878–1965) who evolved a philosophy inspired by study of Hasidism. Signed book: Vom Geist des Judentums. First edition. Leipzig: Kurt Wolff, 1916. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.25, 192 pages. Inscribed on the second free end page, in German, to Hugo Hermann, and signed, “M. B., 20.III.16.” Hermann was one of the Austrian/Czech Jewish leaders. Autographic condition: mild overall toning to page as well as two stamps, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The designer of the Capitol building approves an auctioneer

408. Charles Bulfinch. Early American architect (1763–1844) who

designed numerous buildings in his native Boston and was principal architect of the US Capitol in Washington. Partly-printed DS, one page, 8.25 x 6.5, June 25, 1817. Document in which selectmen of Boston approve “Mr. Thomas K. Jones of said Boston, to sell at vendue or outcry, any goods or chattels.” Signed at the conclusion by Bulfinch and other selectmen, including Ebenezer Oliver, Joseph Lovering, and Joseph Austin. In fine condition, with some slight staining affecting the signature and an unobtrusive area of repaired paper loss to upper edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Revolutionary War soldier, lawyer, senator, and vice president under Jefferson (1756–1836), probably best known for mortally wounding Alexander Hamilton in a duel on July 11, 1804.

ANS signed “A. B.,” one page, 4.75 x 8, February 26, no year. Note to C. D. Golden. In part: “The bearer Hannah Manners is the person who will give the requisite testimony…it is quite proper that the Examination should be private.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds and an ink notation to the upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Burr defends the interest of an infant’s inheritance during the War of 1812

411. Aaron Burr. Manuscript DS, signed “A. Burr,” one page both

sides, 8.25 x 12.5, September 1, 1815. A legal document requesting the court appoint a guardian ad litem for William Bradwell, “an infant…[who] cannot answer the said Bill nor defend this suit without having a guardian assigned for that purpose.” In very good condition, with tape repairs to separations along horizontal folds, scattered light toning and soiling, and two light lines through beginning of signature from mirroring of ink. Burr eventually took this case to the New York Supreme Court, where he lost. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Writing to the head of the prestigious military academy of Alden Partridge, excusing his son for absences

412. Aaron Burr. LS

signed “A. Burr,” one page, 8 x 10, February 2, 1828. Letter to Captain Partridge. In part: “Owing to circumstances not worth relating, Charles went off without a line from me for which I hasten to apologize. He returned from his tour in N. Jersey about a week ago. I have detained him since that time in the hope and belief that a further more accurate & scientific survey would have been taken; that project having been deferred, I have hastened to return him to your care. Before leaving Middletown, he engaged that immediately on his return he would get double lessons, so as to overtake his classes within the same number of days he might be absent. I pray you to hold him to this engagement.” At the bottom, Burr adds a handwritten postscript which reads, “It is with much satisfaction that I am enable to add that the general deportment of Charles during his absence has been good as does credit to the Academy. A. B.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand, “Captain Partridge at his Academy, Middletown Con.” Intersecting folds, a couple small holes from wax seal, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

414. George Washi n g t o n C a r v e r.

Signed book: George Washington Carver: An American Biography.

NY: Doubleday, Doran and Company, 1943.

Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.25, 336 pages. Signed on the second free end page in black ink, “Geo. W. Carver.” Autographic condition: fine, with some mild toning to signed page. Book condition: VG/VG. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A tender letter to his first polio patient 415. George Washington Carver. TLS signed “G. W.

Carver,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, August 1, 1935. Letter to Floyd Anderson.

In part: “I had begun to grow a bit uneasy as to just how you were getting on…I am not surprised that you are developing into a radio expert, and that they are keeping you busy with repairs.

This will give you something to do, bring in a little necessary cash, which, strange to say, most boys need, and what is more important still fit you for life’s great problems by giving you something tangible to do at all times…you are nonetheless my boy, even though I do not get to see you often.” In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds, and a couple diagonal strips of light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“A man brought this little afflicted boy down from Washington D. C. last week and new ones are coming all the time” 413. George Washington Carver. ALS signed “Geo. W. Carver,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, August 28, 1934. Letter to Floyd Anderson. In part: “A letter from my dear handsome boy ‘Floyd’ is always doubly welcome. A large box of silk cocoons from North Ala. has just come in for me to investigate their fitness for silk and possibly paper…There are so many things I want my dear boy to do along the lines of practical science for which you have such remarkable fitness…A man brought his little afflicted boy down from Washington D. C. last week and new ones are coming all the time…I wish you write me a brief story of your case, and how the treatment has benefitted you.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light show-through from writing to opposing sides.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Carver’s hand.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Sending astronomical books and instruments to Egypt 416. Jean-Antoine Chaptal. French chem-

ist (1756–1832) who introduced the process of adding sugar to wine, called ‘Chaptalization.’

LS in French, signed “Chaptal,” one page, 7 x 9.25, Republique Francaise letterhead, February 28, 1802. Letter, written as Minister of the Interior, to the Prefect of Toulon. In part (translated): “Last year I sent you…astronomical and physical instruments, books and appliances for use in a chemistry laboratory: all were intended for Egypt…if these objects are still in the Navy storehouses in Toulon I ask you to send them promptly to the Prefect of the Bouches du Rhone in Marseille so that they can be added to the convoy which is being prepared there… Please do not include, however, the chemistry appliances which I ask you to send to the School of Medicine in Montpellier…Please inform me what dispositions you have made.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple lightly passing through single letters of signature, and a light circle of toning from wax seal. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

417. Lord Chesterfield. LS in French, signed “Chesterfield,” one page, 7 x 9.25, November 28, 1747. Letter to an unidentified gentleman confirming that the Admiralty has informed him that his correspondent’s instructions regarding the question of the two Dutch ships have been duly received. Intersecting folds, several passing through signature, clipped top left corner, and some light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Chevrolet’s foray into aviation 418. Louis Chevrolet. Swiss-born race car driver and pioneering automotive engineer (1878–1941) who founded the company that bore his name and created one of the most familiar and durable brand names in history. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Glenn L. Martin Company letterhead, January 19, 1931. Letter to W. C. Clayton of Pitcairn Aircraft.

In part: “Since our pleasant visit at your factory we have designed a manifold to take care of the special condition on your plane. We are today ordering the pattern and the castings from the Alloys Foundry Corporation, and instructing them to ship one of those castings to you no later than January 26th…we are sending you inclosed a blue print to have this manifold machined in your shop. You will notice that the flange where the carburetor is bolted on shows a six degree angle on the facing. This should be kept right so as to keep the carburetor in a level position while in normal flight.” In fine condition.

Clayton, the recipient of this letter, was an engineer who helped to develop the Pitcairn PCA-2 in the early 1930s—the first ‘gyrocopter’ design to sell in quantity. After developing a new type of aircraft engine in 1929, Louis Chevrolet left the automobile business altogether and formed the Chevrolet Brothers Aircraft Company. As this letterhead suggests, he sold the company to aviation pioneer Glenn Martin, but stayed on to help oversee production of his engine. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Churchill’s epic World War I history is adapted into a military textbook

Desirable letter from the influential statesman

419. Winston Churchill. TLS

signed “Yours sincerely, Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 8 x 10, Chartwell letterhead, June 30, 1932. Letter, with Churchill‘s handwritten greeting, to “Dear Sir Tresham Lever.” In full: “I take it as a great honour that my book ‘The World Crisis’ should be adopted as a textbook at Sandhurst where I was a cadet, and I will certainly agree to the scheme you put before me. I do not think I need to read the book through, as I have no doubt the extracts will have been made to give a fair representation of the story.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, office stamp next to signature, two punch holes to left edge and some scattered wrinkling and soiling.

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

421. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one

page, 7.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, March 4, 1961. Letter to H. P. Moll. In part: “Would you please convey to your members my thanks for the agreeable compliment you have paid me which has given me much pleasure. I was glad to hear that all goes so well with the Club.”

In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and tack holes to upper corners. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

422. Andre Citroen.

420. Winston Churchill. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Winston S. Churchill,” on an off-white 6.25 x 8.25 custom-made album page, headed at the top, “Livre d’Or de E. Gibon,” with several collector’s notations at the top. In fine condition, with a horizontal fold near center, a staple hole through photo, and mounting remnants to reverse.

A very presentable signature suitable for matting. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

French industrialist (1878–1935) best remembered for the make of car bearing his name.

ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, Montreaux Palace Hotel letterhead, September 30, 1925. In full (translated): “All my thanks, dear Mr. Bernstein, for your fine telegram. I was particularly touched by it and I ask you to believe in my cordial and devoted sentiments.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a “Taxis-Citroén” stock certificate bearing Citroén’s facsimile signature issued on February 5, 1924, with 27 coupons still attached.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredibly rare whisky return document from the famed explorer William Clark 423. William Clark. Soldier and explorer (1770–1838) who, with Meriwether Lewis, undertook a two-year expedition in 1804 to discover a navigable route to the Pacific Ocean, in the process exploring and later describing much of the course along the Missouri River. Following the expedition, Clark resumed his military career, serving as agent for Indian affairs in St. Louis and leading a number of campaigns during the War of 1812. Very rare manuscript DS, signed “Wm Clark, Lt. Adt. Qr Mtr 4th SL,” one page, 7.25 x 9, November 12, 1794. Document headed “Whisky Return for the 4th Sub Legion for the 13th & / 14th November 1794 Inclusive,” listing 10 companies and their total amount of rations, signed at the bottom of the table by Clark. In very good condition, with show-through from docketing on reverse under Clark’s signature, a few small holes of paper loss, and a few chips to edges. Three years after beginning his military career, Clark was assigned to the 4th Sub-Legion and became involved in several Indian skirmishes during the Northwest Indian War. In 1794, just three months before signing this document, he successfully commanded a company of riflemen at the Battle of Fallen Timbers, bringing the Northwest Indian War to a close and ending major hostilities in the region until Tecumseh’s War 15 years later. Two years after this battle, Clark resigned from the military and returned to his family’s plantation in Kentucky where he remained until being invited to share command of the newly formed Corps of Discovery by Lewis in 1803. A scarce document, one of just a handful known to exist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

In a pair of letters to a political confidante, Clay uses his influence to sway the outcome of the 1835 Democratic convention 424. Henry Clay. Two letters: ALS, signed “H. Clay,” one lightly-lined page, 7.75 x 9.5, February 24, 1834. Letter to Charles James Faulkner, a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, with suggestions for a suitable replacement for resigning Virginia Senator William Cabell Rives. Marked “Confidential” at the top, letter reads, in part: “Mr. Rives resigned his seal in the Senate on Saturday, and accompanied his resignation by observations which clearly indicate that he intends to appeal from the highest at use to the people…you will, I hope, allow me to impress the satisfaction which would be felt by all of us with his election, in the event of neither Mr. Leigh or Mr. Johnson consenting to serve. From the movements making in the North, and especially in Penns’a we are authorized still to believe that we shall finally prevail in congress on the deposit question.” Integral second page bears an address panel partially in Clay’s hand, and franked in the upper right, “Free H. Clay.”

Second letter is a third-person ALS, one page, 8 x 10, no date. Letter reads, in part: “Mr. Clay requests to Mr. Faulkner, and he will be very happy to see him and the rest of the Virginia Delegates tomorrow morning at 9 o’clock,…the verbal answer to which Mr. Clay was obliged to return,…he hopes Mr. F will have the goodness to excuse.” Moderate toning to first letter, intersecting folds to both, a few edge chips to second letter, and mounting remnants to reverse of both, otherwise very good condition.

Clay wrote these letters in the run up to the May 22, 1835, Democratic convention in Baltimore. His recipient was Charles James Faulkner, a lawyer and member of the Virginia House of Delegates. In the first letter, Clay discusses William Cabell Rives resignation from the US Senate in anticipation of Rives’s nomination for vice president at the Democratic convention. He puts forward Benjamin Watkins Leigh, who would later be elected to fill Rives’s Senate seat. Closing the letter, Clay mentions the “deposit question,” alluding to his longstanding advocacy for a strong national bank. At the 1835 convention the following year, Rives was favored by Martin Van Buren as a running mate, but the political tide was against him and Richard Mentor Johnson became the Whig vice presidential candidate. An exceptional pair of letters from the illustrious Kentucky senator. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Merry Christmas, But don’t tell Hubby” 425. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Vin-

tage matte-finish 6.5 x 9 photo of Cody with a suitable smirk on his face and twinkle in his eye, signed and inscribed in black ink, “W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’ To Mrs. Robey, Merry Christmas, But don’t tell Hubby, 1913.” In very good to fine condition, with a few surface creases (one passing through inscription), some chipping and surface loss to edges (slight paper loss to upper left corner), and a small unobtrusive tear tear to top edge; the photo is extremely appealing with a crystal-clear image and bold inscription and signature, presenting far nicer than its technical condition. A fantastic and humorously inscribed example, showing a playful side of Cody not usually seen.

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

426. Eleonore D’Este. French noblewoman (1537–1581) known

for her passionate affair with poet Torquato Tasso—the inspiration for works by Goethe and Byron. Untranslated LS in Italian, signed “Leonora da Este,” one page, 8.25 x 12.25, July 22, 1563. In very good condition, with moderate scattered creases and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Curie marvels at a luminous byproduct of her radiology research: “The extraction of the emanation [of radium]…constitutes in my opinion one of the most beautiful experiments in physics” 427. Marie Curie. Important ALS in French, signed “M. Curie,” penned on both sides of a 5.5 x 4 Faculte des Sciences de Paris note card, March 9, 1922. Letter to a lady patron of the Institute (possibly the American Princess of Polignac, born Winaretta Singer). In full (translated): “I apologize for being so late to answer your kind letter. I will certainly have the greatest pleasure to see you again and show you the new buildings at the Radium Institute that you have not yet seen. You would also be able to watch the extraction of the emanation, that is currently being done in my Laboratory for the needs of human therapy, that constitutes in my opinion one of the most beautiful experiments in physics. Please accept, Dear Madam, the expression of my best feelings.” Some light rubbing and pencil remnants to bottom of reverse and some light central vertical creases, otherwise fine condition.

Madame Curie focused on medical uses for radium as a cancer treatment after discovering prolonged radium exposure caused chemical burns on skin. She learned radium was uranium decay, so she continued isolating the elements. When separating radium in one experiment, she discovered an empty glass vial that turned luminous in the dark, making her experiment visually “beautiful.” The residue produced by the radon gas decay was captured in the glass; water was added, then the mixture poured and sealed in glass ampules and applicators to treat anything from skin diseases to cancerous growths. An extraordinary letter by one of history’s greatest physicists in the infancy of radiology research for medical treatment. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 121

428. John Dalton. English chemist, meteorologist, and physicist (1766–1844)

best known for his pioneering work in the development of modern atomic theory.

Third-person ALS, one page, 4.25 x 4, no date. In full: “J. Dalton’s respects to Mr. Davies. He would be glad to see him any time this Even. to communicate with him on the subject of his mission. He would be glad also to see & try his Hydrometer on the article in question.” Horizontal fold at the top of the page, scattered wrinkles, and light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am anxious to ascertain approximately the proportional number of the sexes in any animals; but there are so many causes of error that I fear I shall not succeed” 429. Charles Darwin. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Down Bromley let-

terhead, February 25, 1868. Letter to zoologist Henry Lee. In full: “I am very much obliged for your kindness in sending me the results about the sexes of trout. I am anxious to ascertain approximately the proportional number of the sexes in any animals; but there are so many causes of error that I fear I shall not succeed. With my best thanks for your information.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, with vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Darwin’s hand.

Busy at work on his second book on evolutionary theory, The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex, Darwin was wrestling with the issue of how to explain the near equal proportion of sexes in conjunction with natural selection. Outlining the basic principles of sexual selection in the second section of the book, Darwin provided a detailed review of many different taxa, including a specific chapter on cold-blooded vertebrates, in which his research on trout came to use. He offered a brief description of frequency-dependent selection in the book’s first edition, released in 1871—the logic that the probability of an individual being able to breed is dependent on the frequency of the opposite sex in relation to its own—but with lingering questions, removed it from the second edition. An excellent note touching on a subject that Darwin eventually left for future generations to investigate. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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430. Louis Nicolas Davout. French

431. Jefferson Davis.

Marshall (1770– 1823) considered one of Napoleon’s finest commanders.

LS in French, signed “Prince d’Eckmuhl,” one page, 7.75 x 12, October 6, 1816. Letter to Clarke, Minister of War, Duc de Feltre about compensating the additional travel expenses of his ADC Jacques de Trobriand who, on the Emperor’s orders, went to Hamburg, then Hanover. Clarke has added a brief endorsement at the bottom which reads (translated): “Trobriand left in the middle of the night. I gave the order to Mr. Pichon, my secretary, to advance himn 2,000 francs…I ask Your Excellency…to reinmburse Mr. Pichon.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a few light creases along left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ink signature, “Yours respectfully, Jefferson Davis,” on an off-white 5 x 2.75 lightly-lined slip. In very good condition, with moderate show-through from mounting remnants to reverse and a small tear to left edge (not affecting the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

432. Declaration of Independence: Josiah Bartlett.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Hampshire (1729–1795). ADS, signed within the text, one page, 7.5 x 4.25, July 9, 1772. Promissory note reads, in part: “I Nicholas Gorden…promise to pay to Josiah Bartlett or order Twenty one shillings & three pence…with interest till paid for value received.”

In very good condition, with intersecting folds, some light wrinkling and toning, and a couple of ink notations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The North Carolina signer writes a lengthy indictment for a Christmas Day murder 433. Declaration of Independence: William Hooper. ADS, signed “Will.m Hooper,” one page, 7.5 x 12, no date. Legal document reads, in part: “The Jurors for Our Sovereign Lord the King upon their Oath Present that Cornelius Rowe, late of the County of Rowan Labourer, not having the fear of God before his Eyes but being moved and seduced by the Instigation of the Devil on the Twenty fifth day of December in the Tenth Year of the reign of our Sovereign Lord George the third of Great Britain…at the County aforesaid in and upon one William Hooker… did make an Assault…then and there Charged with Gun-powder and a Certain Wooden ramrod of a Gun which Rifle Gun he the said Cornelius in his right hand…feloniously Willfully and of his Malice a forethought did shoot and discharge and…by force of the Gun powder aforesaid shot discharged and sent forth the aforesaid William Hooker in and upon the pit of the Stomach… did penetrate and wound, giving to the said William Hooker…one mortal wound of the depth of eight Inches and of the breadth of half an Inch of which said Mortal wound the said William Hooker then and there instantly died, and so the Jurors aforesaid upon their Oath aforesaid do say that the said Cornelius Rowe, the said William Hooker in manner and form aforesaid feloniously willfully and of his Malice afterthought did kill and Murder against the peace of our said Lord the King his Crown and Dignity.” Nicely double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Hooper to an overall size of 17 x 29.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. An impressive document boasting over 500 words in Hooper’s hand. In his 1995 reference History Comes to Life, Kenneth Rendell places Hooper’s autograph material into the ‘very rare’ category among the Signers. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Outstanding document from two influential signers of the Declaration 434. Declaration of Independence: Huntington and Sherman.

ADS in Sherman’s hand, signed “Roger Sherman” and “Sam. Huntington Justice Peace,” one page, 12.75 x 7.75, April 3, 1772. Financial document headed, “The Debenture of the Superior Court in the Feb. & March Circuit 1772,” listing payments to the judges for 61 days of service, and signed by each judge to acknowledge receipt. Signers are: Matthew Griswold, Robert Walker, Timothy Larrabe on behalf of Eliphaley Dyer, Roger Sherman, and William Pitkin. Also signed along the lower edge by Justices of the Peace Richard Law and Samuel Huntington. Vertical storage folds passing through letters of signatures and various stray ink blots, otherwise fine condition.

This document is illustrated on page 141 of Charles Hamilton’s notable 1983 book, American Autographs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

435. Declaration of Independence: Francis Hopkinson. Partlyprinted DS signed “Fr. Hopkinson,” one page, 8.25 x 4, May 30, 1780. Bill of exchange. In full: “At Thirty Days Sight of this Fourth Bill, First, Second and Third not paid, pay to Mr. Thomas Mumford or Order, Thirty Dollars, in One Hundred and Fifty Livres Tournois, for Interest due on Money borrowed by the United States.” In fine condition, with vertical folds passing through the signature and expected document wear. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Hopkinson. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely scarce and early letter from the Pennsylvania signer 436. Declaration of Independence: George Ross.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania (1730–1779). Rare ALS signed “G. Ross,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 12.5, no date. Letter incorporated into a manuscript document regarding an agreement made between the widow Mary Prater and Anthony Ellmaker, the gentleman with whom her husband had begun a land transaction before he died. The extract indicates that Mary Prater, widow of Anthony Prater, in keeping with his wishes, agrees to sell the said property to Anthony Ellmaker; Prater died before a will could be made out, wherein lies the complication of the case. It seems that Ross was engaged by one of the parties involved to straighten out the situation, which Prater’s heirs were contesting. Ross’s letter to Mr. Galloway reads, in part: “After Anthony Prater died Mary his widow took out letters of admin[istrati]on & afterwards gave a deed of the plantation to Anthony Ellmaker from which the above is extracted; at the taking out letters of adminon. both the wido. & Anthony Ellmaker inform’d the Deputy Regr. there was no will...Anthony Prater died before he made any mention how he would dispose of his estate...I suppose Ellmaker was content to take a deed of any sort from the wido. thinking none of Anthony Prater’s heirs would ever lay claim.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, professionally reinforced on the reverse, scattered light toning and soiling, and a couple small pencil notations. Letter is housed in a blue half-morocco and cloth clamshell case. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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437. Declaration of Independence: Robert Morris.

ALS signed “Rob’t Morris,” one page, 7.5 x 9.75, April 6, 1798.

Letter to John Nicholson. In part: “In order to prevent delay in Genl. Forrest’s business I send you herewith his sundry letters of the following dates.

Feb’y 26 & 28th, March 1st, 9th, 11th, 11th, 27th & 27th last. When you have done with, you will return them.” In very good condition, with repaired separations to horizontal folds, foxing and staining heaviest to left side, and light show-through from docketing to reverse. This letter was written while Morris was in Prune Street Debtors’ Prison. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

440. DNA: Watson and Crick. Signed

book: Francis Crick and James Watson and the Building Blocks of Life.

First edition. NY: Oxford University Press, 1998.

Hardcover, 7 x 9.5, 110 pages. Signed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint by James Watson and in black ballpoint by Francis Crick.

Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

438. Declaration of Independence: George Walton. Manuscript

DS, signed “Geo. Walton, Chf. Justice,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.75, 1782. Document sent regarding the petition of Ruth Powell, calling for a court session in relation to a dispute between her and a gentleman who “did take into his possession and convert to his own use thirteen head of cattle, the sole and absolute property of [the] petitioner,” apparently without paying her. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (tape-repaired separations edges to of central vertical fold), and paper loss to upper right corner. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

441. Frederick Douglass. DS, signed “Fredk. Douglass,” eighteen pages, 5.75 x 9.5, September 1, 1885. First mortgage bond between the United Lines Telegraph Company to the Farmer’s Loan & Trust Company, signed on a back panel by Douglass as a recorder of deeds.

In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, some paper loss and tears to covers, as well as some mild toning. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

439. Diana and Charles.

Christmas tag, 2.5 x 3.25 closed, with a pre-printed sentiment inside, to which Diana has added, in her own hand, “Barbara,” and “A very,” and signed “With love from Diana and,” with Charles adding his signature after. In fine condition, with the vertical fold of the card through a letter of Diana’s signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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442. Frederick Douglass. LS signed “Fred.

Douglass,” one page, 5 x 6.5, Rochester, February 1, 1870. Letter to H. J. Lewis. In part: “Any appointments are made for me by Mr. C. S. Carter, Ann Arbor, Mich. You will oblige me by applying directly to him. I shall be happy to fullfil [sic] any appointment he may make for me.” Affixed to a same size sheet. In very good condition, with light overall wrinkling, toned edges, and a light block of toning to the bottom, affecting part of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

443. Charles Dow. Ameri-

can journalist (1851–1902) who co-founded Dow Jones & Company, created the Wall Street Journal, and conceived the influential Dow Jones Industrial Average. A first mortgage bond for the Amity Canal, Reservoir, and Improvement Company, signed by Dow as trustee on the reverse. The document retains 16 of its 20 coupons in the lower margin. Irregular bottom edge from used coupons, usual document wear, cancellation holes to center, otherwise fine, clean condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Declining to support a renowned preacher “why not let him get a little nearer the turning point before we applaud the perfection of his work” 444. Frederick Douglass. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5.75 x 9.25, December 15, 1884. Letter to the Brooklyn Magazine. In full: “Candidly I do not see at this distance from the scene of his labors, why I am called upon to cooperate in the proposed testimonial to Doctor Talmadge [sic, Talmage] upon his 53d birthday. Though that excellent gentleman is not a young man, he certainly is not an old man. He is but midway the field and his hands are still upon the plow. Why not let him get a little nearer the turning point before we applaud the perfection of his work. There is much vitality about him, and I have little doubt that he will (as I certainly hope he will) reach his three score and ten. It will not hurt him to wait till then some such testimonial as you now propose to give him. I sincerely admire the zeal, courage and ability of Doctor Talmadge [sic] and thank him for the many good words he has been able to say in behalf of humanity but I do not accept his theology and do not wish that any word of mine shall be construed into such an acceptance.” A couple creases to lower right corner, lightly touching the end of the signature, and a trimmed right edge, otherwise fine condition. The Brooklyn Magazine did not take Douglass’s advice, and published letters of congratulations to Talmage in January 1885. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce signature of the Christian Science founder

445. Mary Baker Eddy. American religious leader (1821–1910) who founded the Church of Christ, and scientist who authored the influential text outlining its doctrines, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures. Large and bold ink signature, “Mary Baker Eddy,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 sheet.

In fine condition, with some mild toning from another document previously placed on top of the slip. A religious rarity, this is just the third Baker item we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Einstein signature obtained at a seaside dining room in New Jersey 446. Albert Einstein. Vintage ink signature, “A. Einstein,” on an off-white 5.75 x 3 trimmed sheet of Sandpiper Hotel, Spring Lake, New Jersey, stationery, with a collector’s notation at the top which reads, “Dinner guest at—July 7–1946.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. Accompanied by a handwritten letter of provenance which states, in part, “Professor Einstein came for dinner…I operated a small hotel with a popular dining room near the beach…One day a group of six entered…As I passed from them across the dining room one of my guests said to me, ‘You have a distinguished guest today…You just seated Professor Einstein.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Superlative 1948 portrait of the iconic genius 447. Albert Einstein. Astoundingly sharp vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 bust portrait of Einstein looking to the left of the camera, neatly signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “A. Einstein 48.” In fine condition, with mild soiling to edges. A simply stunning piece. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Einstein doodles some mathematical formulas while finding himself a welcome celebrity in New York 448. Albert Einstein. Extraordinary handwritten mathematical expressions and notes in Einstein’s hand on both sides of an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet of New York’s Hotel Commodore letterhead, no date, but likely 1921. On the front of the sheet, side, he pens ten lines of notes in German regarding the purchase of a boat, listing five Berlin residents advertising boats for sale along with their prices, in full (translated): “Mrs. Lippert—German Workshop for Leather industry—Noll 1436.

How much does the boat cost? Length, surface of the sail, how many sails? How many persons? Kurfürst 8143 Price? Amount of sails and surfaces. Name? Weight-bearing capacity? Kreutner, Hannoversche Strasse 2, Berlin N.W.O. Price 16500. Letter regarding inspection / Karl Weber, Price 15000, Grünstrasse 16, Berlin—letter regarding inspection / J. Padschadel, Jasmundstrasse 8—letter regarding inspection, price 15000, 22 square meters surface of sail.” On the reverse of the sheet, Einstein pens a series of seven mathematical expressions. Intersecting folds, light scattered creases, and slight foxing, otherwise fine condition; the mathematical side of the sheet also bears an ink notation in an unknown hand.

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In 1921, Einstein received a celebrity’s welcome when he arrived in New York for his first visit to the United States. Staying at the Hotel Commodore, he gave three weeks of lectures and attended countless receptions in his honor before moving on in his travels. Passionate about sailing since his university days, embracing the solitude and simplicity of being at sea, the jet-setting physicist now had his sights set on buying a boat of his own upon his return to Germany; making a list of sellers in Berlin, he questions prices, sail sizes and numbers, weight-bearing capacities, etc. Eight years later, in honor of his 50th birthday, he was given a custom-made ship, which he held as one of his most prized possessions: when asked in 1933 if he would renounce other loyalties to be an American citizen (which he had just become), he cheerfully replied that he ‘would even renounce [his] cherished sailboat’ if necessary. With the wonderful sailing association on one side and always-sought-after equations on the other, this is a highly desirable piece from the legendary physicist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Twice-signed Einstein photos, including one in his element—his Institute study

450. Albert Einstein. Vintage 5.25 x 7.5 double-sided book photo, one captioned, “Einstein in his study at the Institute of Advanced Study, Princeton, 1940,” which shows Einstein standing in front of a chalkboard with a mathematical equation on it, signed in fountain pen, “A. Einstein 48,” with the image on the reverse captioned, “Einstein in the study of his home 112 Mercer Street, Princeton, 1938,” which shows him looking pensively at a large pile of papers on his desk, also signed in fountain pen, “A. Einstein 48,” with a brief presentation written in the top border in an unknown hand. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and tape remnants and toning to horizontal edges which could be easily mostly matted out. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Desirable 1893 Standard Oil stock certificate 452. Henry Flagler. Partly-printed DS, signed “H. M.

Flagler,” one page both sides, 14.5 x 7.75, September 19, 1893. Certificate for three shares of stock in Standard Oil issued to Mary B. Dawdle, signed at the bottom by Flagler as the company’s secretary. Receipt is affixed to the left edge.

In fine condition, with an unobtrusive machine cancellation through Flagler’s signature and expected document wear.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Doting on his masterful friend, Frederick praises Voltaire: “The scholarly people of France will always be invincible as long as there are persons of your kind at their head” 453. Frederick the Great. King of Prussia (born 1712) from 1740

until his death in 1786, known for his political prowess and enlightened attitudes toward religion, learning, and the humanities. Outstanding ALS in French, signed “Frederic,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 10, February 27, 1738. Frederic writes to Voltaire!, In part (translated): “Your works are priceless. For some time I’ve been convinced of that truth, but that doesn’t keep me from my obligation to express my recognition and gratitude to you. The little trifles I send you are merely tokens of remembrance, signs for you to recall the pleasures which your works have given me.

It seems Sir that the Sciences and the Arts are at your service on a quarterly basis. This quarter seems to belong to poetry. How is it that you are putting the finishing touches to an entirely new tragedy?

Where do you find the time? Or might it be that verses flow from you like prose? So many questions so many problems; Or might it be that you are immersed in your Work night and day or it must be that Heaven has granted you an entirely extraordinary facility, in addition to the excellent talents you possess. Your ‘Mérope’ is never out of my hands. It redounds too much to my self-esteem to be the sole custodian of a piece on which you have worked. I prefer it to all your pieces that have appeared in France with the exception of ‘The Death of Caesar.’

Amorous intrigues seem to me to be the essential element of Comedy…

As for Tragedy I would say there are subjects which naturally require love such as Titus and Berenice, le Cid, Phedre and Hippolytus. The only problem is that love too much resembles itself and after one has seen 20 pieces, the mind finds the endless repetition of syrupy sweet feelings distasteful, feelings that are too far removed from the customs of our century.

Ever since love in romantic novels has been justly associated with a certain foolishness, one no longer feels the emotional impact of excessive tenderness...the lover pining away in the first act...we find ourselves inclined to make fun of him in the 4th or 5th act... the passion which animates Merope is a natural feeling whose voice is recognized by everyone whose heart is in the right place. One does not at all mock what one feels oneself or what one is capable of feeling.

Merope does everything a tender mother would do if she were in her position, she speaks as we do, speaks to the heart, and the actor merely express what we are feeling. I’ve written to Berlin for the Marquis de Maffei’s ‘Merope’ although I am very certain that his piece won’t come near yours. The scholarly people of France will always be invincible as long as there are persons of your kind at their head, I even dare to say that I would be infinitely more afraid of them than of your armies with all your Marshals. Here is a newly finished Ode, less bad than the preceding ones. Cesarion [Frederick’s pet name for Dietrich Count von Keyserlingk, widely believed to be his lover] inspired it. That poor boy has an extremely violent case of the gout.

He writes me about it in terms that pierce my heart and I can do noth-

ing for him except counsel patience—a feeble remedy against real maladies, but nevertheless a remedy capable of calming impetuous flashes of the mind created by intense pains.

I expect that you, in your frankness and your friendship, will be kind enough to inform me of the defects…in the piece. I sense that I’m proud of it and I’m not pleased that my eyes aren’t sufficiently open concerning my own work. Error is so much a part of us, often a trifle blinds us. Whether fool or wise man, when he judges his own work he’s seduced by his own vanity.

You won’t forget to bestow a thousand assurances of my esteem on the Marquise [Emilie] du Chatelet [highly respected mathematician, physicist, author, and Voltaire’s longtime companion] whose brilliant mind has made itself known by a small sample. It is just a ray of that sun that was seen between the clouds and that can’t be seen except through a veil. Perhaps it will be necessary for the Marquise to hide her brilliance as did Moses when he hid his face because the people of Israel couldn’t bear his brilliant light; nevertheless I will venture to take on the sight of that brilliance; before dying I must see the land of Canaan, that country of Wise Men, that Earthly Paradise.”

Intersecting folds, some mild toning along top edge, and some light wrinkling, otherwise fine condition.

Engrossed with the French Enlightenment in the mid-1730s, Crown Prince Frederick began a now-famous correspondence with Voltaire that would last nearly half a century. For the first four years, leading up to Frederick’s crowning, the two indulged their mutual intellectual fascinations with one another, prodigiously writing and enclosing their latest poems, philosophies, and reviews, amidst glowing praise. This letter, written two years into their friendship, captures the intensity of their early relationship. Complimenting Voltaire’s prolific work and range—“This quarter seems to belong to poetry. How is it that you are putting the finishing touches to an entirely new tragedy?...Or might it be that verses flow from you like prose?”—Frederick offers his scholarly opinion on the place of romance in different genres of drama, using Voltaire’s recent reinterpretation of the Francesco Maffei drama ‘Merope’ as the example of the perfect use. Sharing a new ode of his own, he encourages Voltaire to send his opinion of the work, remarking that though he is proud of it, “my eyes aren’t sufficiently open concerning my own work.” His closing comments referring to Emilie du Chatelet’s 1737 paper ‘Dissertation on the Nature and Propagation of Fire,’ are especially interesting, offering glowing praise of her genius—quite opposite the harsh opinions he expressed in private, fueled by his jealousy of the attention that Voltaire bestowed upon her. While the two lived together at Cirey, her chateau in Lorraine, Frederick sent ‘Cesarion’ there to obtain copies of all Voltaire’s works. A fascinating letter revealing the spark of this famous friendship between two of 18th-century Europe’s most influential men. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 131

The final Holy Roman Emperor 454. Francis II. The last Holy Roman Emperor (1768–1835)

who ruled from 1792–1806 when he dissolved the empire, and became the first Emperor of Austria. Collection of 13 untranslated LSs, consisting of 11 one-page and two multi-page, 7.25 x 9, dated between 1797 and 1801. All are written to a privy councillor named Schotten. A few are summarized as follows: on October 11, 1798, Francis II decrees that in the future he must be supplied with protocols of all those issues not treated prior to the conference but only in the committee. Letter of January 25, 1799, relates to simplifying administrational procedures regarding petitions pending. Letter of February 11, 1799, orders that personnel files be kept on the staff of the High State Controlling Department. Letter of May 15, 1801, concerns the holiday leave of the Imperial accounting officer Kohler. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

As the election draws near, Franklin grants waterfront land called ‘The Rosefield’

455. Benjamin Franklin. Manuscript vellum DS, signed “B. Franklin,” one page, 14.75 x 12.5, March 14, 1788. Franklin, as President of the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, grants John Land “a certain tract of land called ‘The Rosefield’ situate on the waters of Buffaloe Creek in Washington County beginning at a white oak.” Signed in the left border

by Franklin under the large embossed eight-point seal (five of the points missing). Nicely mounted, cloth-matted, and framed with a portrait and highquality biographical plaque to an overall size of 26 x 32. Intersecting folds (a small hole at intersection of folds at far right), overall wrinkling, and paper loss to left edge affecting most of the first letter of his signature, otherwise very good condition. The Executive Council comprised the executive branch of the Pennsylvania state government between 1777 and 1790. It was headed by a president and vice president (similar to a governor and lieutenant governor), with Franklin, its sixth president, being the most well-known. His presidency was one of his last acts of public service, as he died less than two years after leaving office. At the time of this land grant, the Constitution had just been ratified, and the first US presidential election was only four months away. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 132 | November 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

The Prussian king announces the settlement of a military debt 456. Frederick the Great. LS in German, signed “Frdch,” one page, 7.5 x 9, April 4, 1784. Letter to the Minister of State von Danckelmann concerning the claim of Lt. von Hahn of the Schwartz Regiment for monies owed to him by Captain von Cordin. Frederick notes that he has been informed that the local authorities in Neisse have paid the lieutenant precisely the sum claimed. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, horizontal fold passing through signature, and some dampstaining along bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

457. Cardinal de Fleury. French cardinal who

served as the chief minister of Louis XV (1653–1743).

Untranslated LS in French, signed “Le Card. de Fleury,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.5, February 9, 1729. Central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and some trivial foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The longest tenured treasury secretary weighs in on a financial claim against the government 458. Albert Gallatin. Politician and financial genius responsible for the formation of what is now known as the Ways and Means Committee. ALS, one page, 8 x 8.75, Treasury Department, March 31, 1802. Letter to Charles Simmons. In full: “Under my present impression, it does not appear to me that Mr. Nelson’s claim should be paid by the United States. Yet I wish not to give an opinion without knowing the grounds of his application; and should I still continue afterwards to differ with him in opinion, I will, if he shall desire it, submit his claim to the Attorney General.” Intersecting folds, a few small fold separations, and scattered light toning, mainly to folds and edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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The legendary firearms inventor pitches his newly improved gun at the historic Centennial Exposition of 1876: “I explained the gun fully to them & they expressed themselves as highly pleased with the mechanics” 459. Richard Gatling.

Scarce ALS signed “R. J. Gatling,” one page, lightlylined, both sides, 5.75 x 9, ‘Trans-Continental Hotel, Elm and Belmont Avenues, (Opposite Main Entrance to the Centennial International Exposition Grounds)’ letterhead, July 5, 1876. Letter to Edgar T. Welles, manager and treasurer of Gatling Gun Company. In full: “I have been busy in slight [sic] seeing since I have been here—the weather hot & little news to write about.

I have seen a number of foreign officials & American officers. Acclis yesterday in my presence took the new model gun apart at the special request of two French companions who are authorized by the French govt to make report on firearms in the Exhibition. I explained the gun fully to them & they expressed themselves as highly pleased with the mechanics, & said that they would embrace in their report the improvements that have been made in the gun. A number of other foreign officers have expressed a desire to get a thorough knowledge of the latest improvements in the gun, and I would suggest that you have the description of the new gun copied & have the same printed on a large sized letter sheet with the cut of the gun so Acclis can have some of such circulars for distribution. Ingraham has copy of the description of new gun & you can look it over & make such changes & additions as you like. I have seen Genl. Benet, Genl Gillmore & many others. Lyford is still away.

I expect to leave for home Friday or Saturday, but may not get home before Monday next. Say to Ingraham I have rec’ the letter & papers he sent me. I see Mr. Faxon daily. He is in fine health.” In very good condition, with intersecting mailing folds, a few separations along horizontal mailing folds, and a clean tear to left edge.

Held in Philadelphia from May 10 to November 10, 1876—celebrating the 100th anniversary of American independence—the Centennial International Exhibition was the first official World’s Fair in the US; boasting such inventions as the first Remington typewriter and Alexander Graham Bell’s telephone, the event saw over ten million visitors and received international renown. Presenting medals for the finest inventions, all eyes fell on the Centennial Commission’s judges, as countless inventors pushed for the coveted honor. Fourteen years after patenting his eponymous gun, Richard Gatling was one such inventor—also a shrewd businessman, he knew that the publicity that would accompany this medal would propel the winner’s piece into commercial success. With over a decade of improvements made to the original design, the 1876 model Gatling surpassed its competition, including the powerful Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon, and was awarded the firearms medal in September. In this phenomenal letter to his sales manager, written from the historic expo just one day after America celebrated it’s landmark anniversary, Gatling announces the positive response to his weapon from French and American entities alike—a highly desirable combination of rarity, historic significance, and explicit firearm content. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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460. William Lloyd Garrison. Journalist, editor, and social

reformer (1805–1879) best known as one of the most influential abolitionists in the decades leading up to the Civil War. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite three-quarter-length portrait of Garrison posing with his hand in his coat, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Wm. Lloyd Garrison.” Published by F. C. Bowler of Boston.

In fine condition, with some mild scattered soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

461. Benjamin Gratz. Noted Jewish merchant in Philadelphia.

Manuscript DS, signed “Benj Gratz,” five pages on three sheets, 7.5 x 13, July 10, 1814. Lengthy two-piece document concerning the sale of a property in Philadelphia belonging to the recently deceased James Hamilton. Signed on the final page by Gratz as a witness to a statement from William Meredith. In fine condition, with a few small fold separations and expected toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce Minister of Industries award presented by Guevara

“I believe M. B. Brady of this city has made a photograph of me which is regarded as a good one” 463. Horace Greeley. ALS, one

462. Che Guevara. Partly-printed DS in Spanish, signed with his

usual diminutive “che,” one page, 11 x 8.5, July 1961. Award presented to “Silvio R. Dons Smith, Worker of the Company Ellis Hosiery Mills of Cuba Inc....selected as the most outstanding of those of July 1961 (Year of Education) for his effort ‘en Pro’ of the Increase of Production.” A 1.75 x 2.25 photo of Smith has been affixed to the lower left.

Uniform toning from previous display, and scattered light wrinkling and creasing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

page, 5 x 8, January 17, 1858. Letter to a gentleman looking for a photo of Greeley, in full, “I believe M. B. Brady of this city has made a photograph of me which is regarded as a good one. You could find one either at his gallery or Root’s, both in Broadway.”

In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A rare and important Italian Renaissance author 464. Francesco Guicciardini. Italian statesman (1483–1540) considered one of

the major political writers of the Italian Renaissance. Manuscript DS, in Italian, one page, 7.75 x 12.25, December 12, 1526. A letter of recommendation for count Ruberto Boschetto, signed in the lower right corner by Guicciardini. Central horizontal and vertical folds, scattered light foxing (primarily to left side), and a red wax and paper seal affixed to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Only two Guicciardini letters have sold at auction in the past 35 years—this is the first we have offered! RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The outspoken scientist encourages a British relationship with the Soviet Union 465. J. B. S. Haldane. Geneticist and evolutionary biologist

(1892–1964) who helped create the modern Synthetic Theory of evolution. TLS, one page, 5.25 x 8.5, University College, London letterhead, December 3, 1941. Letter of thanks to Captain Patterson. In full: “Very many thanks to your wife for the really beautiful scarf. My only regret will be that such beautiful work will be hidden under the collar of a greatcoat of considerable antiquity! I think that the present situation must be even more painful for disabled ex-officers like yourself than for a comparatively intact one like me.

Still we can all do something to prevent it happening a third time.

And if we can really continue collaboration with the Soviet Union, not only during the war but during the peace, this may be possible.

I am continuing scientific work, both of an academical kind, and the more immediately practicable sort, described in the enclosed reprint. I will promise not to wear your scarf the next time I am being iced!” Under his signature, Haldane adds a brief postscript, “Excuse the delay in answering, but I am out here, and was away when it came.” Central horizontal and vertical fold, small tear to left edge, struck out address, and a bit of light toning, otherwise fine condition.

A staunch Marxist and open supporter of the Communist Party until 1950, Haldane was often critical of Britain’s international politics.

He strongly believed in the principles of Marxism and held that Stalin was ‘a good man,’ so his enthusiasm surrounding Churchill’s burgeoning relationship with the Soviet Union is not surprising.

After expressing regret for the “present situation” in World War II to a fellow World War I vet, he claims that this relationship is the key to preventing a third world war: “if we can really continue collaboration with the Soviet Union, not only during the war but during the peace, this may be possible.” Interesting World War II content from a controversial British figure as the Germans struggle on the doorsteps of Moscow, and the first Haldane we’ve ever offered! RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Harp music from Lady Hamilton’s personal collection at Merton Place 466. Lady Emma Hamilton. Born the daughter of a humble blacksmith, the

model, entertainer, and courtesan Emma Hamilton (née Amy Lyon, 1761) ascended through the ranks of British society to become the mistress to Lord Admiral Horatio Nelson. Sheet music for “A Pastoral, a Rondo, & a March for the Harp, dedicated by Permission to the Right Honble Lady Charlotte Nelson,” from Hamilton’s personal collection, 9.5 x 12.5, seven pages. Music bears Hamilton’s ownership signature in the upper right corner of the cover, “Lady Hamilton, Merton.” A central horizontal fold, erased pencil remnants to cover, scattered toning, some light paper loss to spine, and a light central vertical bend, otherwise very good condition. Lady Hamilton was very keen on her piano, harp, and music lessons given to her for years in Naples.

Horatio Nelson purchased Merton Place in 1803. Following his death, Hamilton got into debt and despite help from friends was unable to maintain Merton Place.

The house was demolished in 1821 and the estate lands were sold off in parcels over the following years. A great rarity from one of the most colorful women in history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

A payment to a Massachusetts farmer for President Washington’s new wonder crop—hemp 467. John Hancock. Partly-printed DS, one page, 7 x 8.5, June 1, 1791.

Document issued to Alexander Hodgdon. In full: “You are by and with the Advice and Consent of Council, ordered and directed to pay unto Daniel Smith the Sum of Fourteen Shillings & ten pence in full for the bounty on 1.0.27 of Hemp raised, manufactured & certified agreeable to Law—to be paid as directed by resolve of 11th March last for which this shall be your sufficient Warrant.” Signed at the conclusion by Hancock and countersigned by John Avery. Accompanied by a manuscript DS, signed “Daniel Smith,” one page, 7.5 x 3.25, authorizing the treasurer “to Pay Sam Jenison Jnr my Bounty…” Endorsement on the reverse reads, “Novr 30. 1791. Recd fourteen Shillings & ten pence—for the within order. 14/10” signed “Sam Jenison Jr.” A central vertical fold, moderate somewhat irregular uniform toning, thin area of paper to top left where seal has been removed, dampstaining over last name of Hancock’s signature not affecting legibility, and mild rippling, otherwise very good condition.

After resigning from the position in 1785 due to failing health, Hancock was reelected governor of Massachusetts in 1787, the position he would hold for the remainder of his life. In 1791, recently elected President George Washington was making a concerted effort to advance the new nation’s agricultural and industrial growth; realizing that not only was it a crop well-suited to the climate, but also that its use in industry could be vast, he encouraged the growth of hemp, imposing duties on its import to promote domestic production. In a letter to Alexander Hamilton four months later, Washington wrote, ‘would there be propriety…in suggesting the policy of encouraging the growth of Cotton, and Hemp in such parts of the United States as are adapted to the culture of these articles? The advantages which would result to this Country from the produce of articles, which ought to be manufactured at home is apparent.’ Here Hancock signs off on a warrant demanding pay for a hemp farmer that same year, a good sign that Washington’s plans for the crop were taking hold. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 137

Hancock sends a preacher “a pound of the best Green Tea,” just months before Parliament passes the Tea Act, the catalyst of the Boston Tea Party 468. John Hancock. Outstanding ALS, one page, 7 x 9, October 22, 1772. Letter to Reverend Williams. In full: “I had the pleasure a few Days past by a letter you wrote to Deacon Williams that you & Family were in health, I pray God to Continue your usefulness for a long Time, & am in hopes on the Return of another Season to See you in Boston. My Aunt Desires her particular Respects to you with every wish in your favour; upon her mentioning your fondness for Green Tea, I have Sent by the Bearer Mr. Nathan Hyde a pound of the best Green Tea in a Canister, of which I Request your Acceptance. My best wishes attend you for every Indulgence of a Kind providence.” Letter has been professionally cleaned and silked and inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In very good to fine condition, with aforementioned restoration and some scattered light toning.

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One of the wealthiest men in the thirteen colonies, John Hancock made the bulk of his fortune by smuggling a variety of imports, most importantly, Dutch tea. With the ever-tightening British policies following the French and Indian War potentially jeopardizing his business, he became one of the leaders of the revolt against British duties. Writing this letter to Reverend Williams in the fall of 1772, while serving as Commander of the First Corps of Cadets, Hancock offers a gift of what would become the catalyst import for the entire revolution: tea.

When Parliament passed the Tea Act on May 10, 1773, in hopes of saving their East India Company, tensions boiled over, leading to the famous Boston Tea Party at the close of the year. An interesting, attractively penned letter, written just seven months before the Act that would finally spark the revolution. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $750)

Incredibly scarce 1765 Massachusetts lottery ticket used to fund the reconstruction of Faneuil Hall 469. John Hancock.

Rare Faneuil Hall lottery ticket dated June 1765, 3 x 1.75, boldly signed at the bottom in black ink, “John Hancock.” Ticket reads, in full: “Faneuil-Hall Lottery, No. Five. The Possessor of this Ticket (No. 3990) is intitled to any Prize drawn against said Number, in a Lottery granted by an Act of the General Court of the Province of the MassachusettsBay for Rebuilding Faneuil-Hall; subject to no Deduction.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Hancock to an overall size of 8.5 x 12. In very good condition, with overall dampstaining affecting the appearance of the signature but not the boldness or legibility of ink, and a small central cancellation cut.

In Colonial times, lotteries were a highly regarded method of financing worthwhile projects—such as the rebuilding of Faneuil Hall, the famous Boston marketplace and meeting hall that had been destroyed in a 1761 fire. At the time, such money-making efforts were seen as investments, and were endorsed by local leaders, including John Hancock. Interestingly, Hancock would later come to disdain public lotteries as a method of fundraising, concluding that they encouraged gambling while producing meager results. Although thousands of such tickets were printed in Colonial America, not all were signed by Hancock, and only a small percentage of those signed examples have survived the centuries. This is an excellent example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Hancock and the Boston selectmen pay for wood delivered to Rainsford’s Island 470. John Hancock. Manuscript DS one page, 7.5 x 7.25, November 15, 1767. A receipt for 10 cords of wood delivered by Samuel Hartley to the hospital on Rainsford’s Island, amounting to £6.16.0, in part, “We the subscribers hereby Certify that the above account is right cost, and charged, and the quantity of Wood the same as in year past.” Signed at the conclusion by Hancock and six other Boston selectmen. In very good condition, with partial separations along some of the intersecting folds and slight ink erosion to one of the other signatures. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“So enough for free speech in a free society.

A true radical is never covered by U.S. law” 471. Abbie Hoffman. ALS, signed “Abbie Hoffman, unsolicited Hayden campaign worker, Palo Alto, Calif,” three sides of two pages (one 8 x 10 and one 8 x 4.5), dated May 6, written to the editor of Crawdaddy magazine, praising an article on B. Traven, referred to by Hoffman as “the world’s greatest proletarian novelist.” On the second page, he writes, “Destroy envelope & this note…Can I be travel editor? A.H.” Autograph letter, initialed on the second page, “A.H.,” five lightly-lined pages, 5 x 8, no date, but circa 1977, to the editor of Crawdaddy magazine. In part, “‘The Man Who Fell to Earth’...is art for art’s sake not art for the sake of a better world.

That is revolutionary art and people like Mr. Roeg and Mr. Bowie are far from being revolutionaries…By the way, Bowie in describing himself leaves off the ‘crypto.’ Still, I’m not free to call anyone anything…Although I have been publicly called everything from a fascist by Barney Rosset to a thief that stole my own book who lives in a penthouse by Rolling Stone. So enough for free speech in a free society. A true radical is never covered by U.S. laws…Returning to the Bowie Blow Job under discussion…‘The Man Who Fell to Earth’ will be a commercial success. It will be especially popular among the people who read this magazine, the avante-guarde [sic]. Especially the bored avant-guarde [sic] with no political conciencness (sp?) [sic]….[it] is a fascist project of entertainment designed to lure counter-culture freaks back into the Hollywood mainstream….DISTRACTION is the device capitalist culture uses to continually manipulate all of us sitting in a movie theater…

The rich get rich and the poor get… well, papa use to say ‘the rich can get whatever they want… everything they can buy but—poverty.’ My father was a wise man and saw a lot of movies.”

Autograph manuscript, entitled “Did Ya Hear the One About the Guy From Plains,” and headed at the top, “On the run,” 10 lightly-lined pages, 8.5 x 13, no date, but published in Crawdaddy in March of 1977. In part, “Having been a civil rights worker in Americus, literally a stone’s throw away, I find it hard to swallow all the honey-coated grits being dished out daily by the fauning media. Can we really take four maybe eight more years of that ‘good ol’ gas station, that ‘good ol’ church, and all those ‘good ol’ boys swattin flys and dispensing home-spun philosophy? Way back then (a dozen years ago) working in Sumter County on one of the toughest voter registration campaigns in the South, we had a slightly different view of all those good ol’ boys….When someone got word that a group from Plains was coming over it didn’t mean Miss Lillian’s Relief Brigade. It meant board up the windows and duck.” In fine overall condition, with uniform toning to one letter, as well as some paper loss to top of one page, and expected light handling wear.

Known for his passionate denunciations of mainstream America and his outrageous, media-grabbing acts of protest, Abbie Hoffman was a constant display of energetic rebellion. Written while ‘on the run’ from his 1973 drug arrest, this collection captures his dynamic spirit with great humor. Serving as the Travel Editor for the pioneering rock magazine Crawdaddy, his review of David Bowie and Nicholas Roeg’s film ‘The Man Who Fell to Earth’ wittily insults the film, its stars, even the Crawdaddy readership—“It will be especially popular among the people who read this magazine, the avante-guarde. Especially the bored avant-guarde with no political conciencness”—turning a run-of-the-mill review into a scathing critique on American culture as a whole.

Again, in the handwritten manuscript for the article ‘Did Ya Hear the One About the Guy from Plains,’ Hoffman delivers a sharp-witted history of newly elected President Carter’s hometown of Plains, Georgia. Having started his career in political activism with the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee in Georgia, he denounces the “good ol’ boys” view of Plains, offering a harsh social history of a town rife with racial suppression. (Hoffman was later arrested with Carter’s daughter, Amy, for trespassing at UMass Amherst during a protest.) Later, Hoffman would be tried as a member of the Chicago 8 and subsequently acquitted on appeal. Such extensive autograph material from the counterculture superstar is incredibly hard to come by, making this collection, which highlights Hoffman’s humor and relentlessly rebelling attitude, a remarkable find. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fireworks planned for Eugenie at Versailles 472. Baron Haussmann. French civil planner (1809–1891) whose

name is associated with the rebuilding of Paris. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, Cabinet du Senateur, Prefet de la Seine letterhead, no date. Letter to an unidentfied general. In part (translated): “I went to Versailles early this morning…to determine the expenses of the celebration…and submit them tomorrow to Her Majesty the Empress…

I saw the Inspector of the waters…if we take some precautions we will be able to run the great waterworks in the evening too despite the display of the great waters during the day, and have not only the effect made by…the fountain of the Chariot of Apollo…during the fireworks…the colonnade during supper, and also the ornamental lakes and fountains of Latona, Flora, Ceres, Bacchus etc. at the time the Imperial Cortege passes…if there’s any change please inform me at the Hotel de Ville.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Governor John Jay approves two acts to become laws, including the pardon of a convicted murderer 474. Sam Houston. Bold ink franking signature, “Free, Sam

Houston,” on a 3 x 1 beige slip clipped from a larger panel. In fine condition, with closely trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

475. John Jay. Partly-

printed DS one page, 13.25 x 8, December 11, 1795.

Governor Jay appoints Samuel Thompson an “Ensign in the Battalion of Militia in the County of Herkimer whereof John Lincklaen Esquire is Major Commandant.” Signed in the left border by Jay and countersigned by Lewis Scott. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning, and a small tear to edge. The seal is worn and toned, but intact. Accompanied by a handwritten tribute/obituary of Thompson, written by a neighbor, who states that Thompson “was emphatically a just man who after living to a great age has descended to the tomb without a stain on his character.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

476. John Jay. Ameri-

can statesman (1745–1829) who served variously as president of the Continental Congress, diplomat, and, from 1789 to 1795, first chief justice of the Supreme Court. Manuscript DS one page, 7.5 x 6.5, February 14, 1800. Document from the Council of Revision reads, in full, “Resolved that it does not appear improper to the Council that the bill entitled, ‘An Act to pardon John Pastano for Murder,’ the bill entitled ‘An Act authorizing the Comptroller to allow certain charges in the Accounts of the Commissioners of Taxes’ should respectively become Laws of this State.” In fine condition, with some erased light pencil notations to top left corner. Signed into law by Jay during the 23rd session of the New York State Legislature, these two Acts mark his penultimate year as governor; later the same year he would unsuccessfully run in the presidential election, losing to fellow Federalist John Adams.

Records show Pastano was pardoned for the muder of Mary Ann De Castro after being found insane. His scheduled execution was suspended, and he was confined to custody at Madeira. An interesting document with excellent legal association from the nation’s first Chief Justice. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Pioneer of smallpox vaccine seeks to meet “a veterinary surgeon of the highest reputation” 477. Edward Jenner. English physician and scientist (1749–1823) often called the ‘father of immunology,’ who successfully tested his smallpox inoculation in 1796. Rare ALS signed “Edw. Jenner,” one page, 4 x 6.5, February 1821. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “I understand that Mr. White of Wells, a veterinary surgeon of the highest reputation is shortly expected to pay you a visit. Pray, can you tell me what day he will be at your house?” Attractively double–suede-matted with an engraved portrait and biographical plaque, and framed to an overall size of 18.5 x 18. In fine condition.

When Edward Jenner tested the strength of his vaccine by injecting eight-year-old James Phipps with the smallpox virus to see whether or not his inoculated patient would resist the virus, as he expected, he put his medical reputation on the line. Jenner’s contribution was not simply in identifying secretions from cowpox blisters as an effective vaccine, but in staking his career on it; when Phipps showed no sign of infection—along with 23 other patients subjected to the same procedure—the medical community began to consider the cowpox inoculation as the solution, eventually accepting it in 1840. Written near the end of his life, the same year that he was appointed Physician Extraordinary to King George IV and made Mayor of Berkeley and Justice of the Peace, this is an exceptional letter from one of the most important figures in modern medicine. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Excessively rare signature of the German philosopher 478. Immanuel Kant. Central figure of modern phi-

losophy (1724–1804) best known for The Critique of Pure Reason. Ink signature, “Ihr gantz ergebener Freund und Diener, I. Kant,” on an off-white 7.25 x 1.25 slip clipped from the close of a letter. Ink notation to left side reads, “Königsberg, 1795.” In fine condition, two vertical folds (one touching the first letter of his signature; slight separations professionally repaired on the reverse). Originates from the collection of the German theologist Hermann Dembowski. Of the utmost rarity, this is the first Kant autographic material we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Keller presents a wonderful portrait to a leader in advocacy for the blind 479. Helen Keller. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in pencil, “To Dr. Berthhold Lowenfeld, Whose hand stretched out to the deaf-blind is among my happiest memories. Affectionately, Helen Keller.” Trivial corner creasing, light silvering to the darker areas along the edges, and heavy contrast to the inscription and signature which is legible at an angle, otherwise fine condition. Dr. Lowenfeld was an enthusiastic advocate for the blind, having worked at the New York Institute for the Education of the Blind, served as Director of Research for the American Foundation for the Blind, which entailed the development of “talking books,” and finally, as Superintendent of the California School for the Blind, working tirelessly to integrate blind children into local school systems. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredibly rare signature of renowned German astronomer Johannes Kepler 480. Johannes Kepler. German mathematician, astronomer and astrologer (1571–1630) best known for his eponymous laws of planetary motion. Extremely rare ink signature, “Johannes Kepplar, Mathematicus,” on a light brown 5 x 3 slip, dated 1628

by Kepler, who also adds a two line notation along top edge, and a welldefined red wax seal next to signature.

Mounted and framed with a woodcut engraving to an overall size of 10 x 14. In fine condition, with a couple small ink and pencil notations. The only Kepler autograph we have offered in over 30 years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Requesting 30 tractors from Stalin to aid in postwar reconstruction 481. Nikita Khrushchev. TLS in Russian,

one page, 8.25 x 11.75, April 17, 1948. Letter to Joseph Stalin. In full (translated): “During Council of Ministers of USSR’s February 15, 1948 rendering of the decision to complete the construction of and put into operation the Dashava-Kiev gas pipeline by December 1948, the question regarding provision of tractors for the construction remained unanswered. This question was raised by us in front of Council of Ministers of USSR again in March, but it was not resolved, As of right now, massive line construction work is unfolding along the gas pipeline route. However, due to the lack of tractors at the construction, the welding jobs, pipe assembling jobs and the difficult river crossing are being delayed.

Comrade Stalin, I ask for your decree to immediately provide thirty S-80 tractors to the gas pipeline construction.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one fold through a small portion of signature, several punch holes and tears to edges, a few ink and pencil notations, and some light creases. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

482. King Charles X. King of France who reigned from 1824 until the July Revolution of 1830.

Partly-printed DS in French, signed “Charles Philippe,” one page, 7.75 x 12.75, July 10, 1799. Untranslated document boldly signed at the conclusion by the future king. Horizontal folds and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

483.

King Edward VIII.

Very nice vintage 11.75 x 9 photo of the exterior of an ivy-covered hostel, affixed to an 18 x 14 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Edward P.” Caption printed on mount reads, “Autographed by H.R.H. The Prince of Wales on the occasion of the opening of the hostel, June 2, 1932.” In fine condition, with some scattered light dings and surface loss to edges of mount. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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484. King George II and Robert Walpole. DS, one page, 8.25

x 11.75, July 27, 1730. Document ordering the payment “unto Harry Bendish Esq. or to his assignees four hundred pounds.” Signed at the top by the king, “George R,” and at the conclusion by the prime minister, “Walpole.” In very good condition, with significant professionally repaired paper loss. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

485. King George III. Manuscript DS, signed “George R,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.25, March 23, 1789. In part: “Being informed that the poorer part of our Subjects in and about Our City of London do suffer great Hardships at this time…Lord Bishop of London, that he take Care for Publication to be made in all the parish Churches within our said City…to collect the Benevolence of… charitable and well disposed people at their respective dwellings within each parish and towards the Support and Relief of One said poor Subjects.” Signed at the top of the first page by the King. Reverse of second page bears an address panel to the Mayor of London and retains its paper seal. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, and scattered soiling, heavier to the first page. The seal remains crisp and intact. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

486. King George III. King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760

until his death in 1820. His reign was marked most notably by the loss of British control over the American colonies. Advancing mental illness rendered George unable to fulfill his official duties during the last decade of his life, during which time the Prince Regent, William IV, ruled in his stead. Partly-printed vellum DS , signed “George R,” one page, 13.5 x 9.25, August 13, 1803. Appointment for Richard Paple Cains Gent “to be First Lieutenant to that Company whereof…in the Langport Volunteer Infantry commanded by our trusty and wellbeloved Major John Chambers.” Signed in the upper left by the King. In very good condition, with three vertical folds, scattered foxing, and handwritten portions of the text fairly light, but still legible. Both seals are slightly worn but intact.

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

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487. King George VI. King of the United Kingdom from 1936 until

his 1952 death. Partly-printed DS, signed “George R,” one page, 20.5 x 16, September 25, 1950. The king, in the interest of encouraging trade with the United States, appoints Frank Martin Taylor “to be our Vice Consul to reside at St. Louis.” Signed in the upper right corner by the king. Framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 17. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and some scattered light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

488. King Kalakaua. King of

Hawaii (1836– 1891) who was elected to the vacant throne in 1874. Kalakaua restored many of the nearly extinct cultural traditions of the Hawaiian people. Vintage ink signature, “Kalakaua,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.75 slip affixed to a larger scrapbook page. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce document from King James I mentioning the death of a knight 489. King James I. King of England and Ireland (1566–1625)

under whom the ‘Golden Age’ of Elizabethan literature and drama continued. Manuscript DS in Old English, signed “James R,” one page, 12 x 7.75, January 7, 1615. A warrant to Thomas, Lord Ellesmere as Lord Chancellor, regarding the “death of Sir William Lower Knight,” and mentioning the auction of his land. Neatly signed at the top by the king. In fine condition, with three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some scattered light toning and soiling. Ellesmere faithfully served the King for over 14 years in his role as Lord Chancellor, who assisted James in running the day-to-day business of the government. Documents signed by this historic monarch are rarely encountered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

490. King Louis XIV. King of France (born 1638) from 1643 until his death in 1715,

known as the ‘Sun King’ for the glittering splendor of his court at Versailles and the unparalleled glory of France during his 72-year reign. LS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 19 x 13.75, March 15, 1665. Letter to Pope Alexander VII whom he asks to resume beatification proceedings for Bishop Juvenalz “wherewith We continue in the example of King Henry the Great [Henry IV], of Immortal memory, our Grandfather who during his life initiated procedures for the beatification of this virtuous person.” In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and some scattered light toning. Juan Juvenal Ancina, Bishop of Saluzzo, was associated with saints Robert Bellarmine, and Francis de Sales. He collaborated with St. Phillip Neri in his efforts to convert prostitutes and reform the clergy of Rome. In 1604, a monk poisoned Juvenal for having discovered his affair with a nun. Alexander VII didn’t accede to Louis’ request, perhaps because Henry IV was unpopular with popes and was almost excommunicated. Juvenal wasn’t beatified until 1869. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I hear the convoy to be protected is but a small one & that there are in it 5 or 6 heavy loaded dull fellows who will greatly impede us” 491. King Louis-Philippe. Last King of France (1773–1850) who reigned from 1830 until he was forced to abdicate in 1848. ALS signed “Louis Philippe d’Orleans,” one page both sides, 8 x 10, April 3, 1808.

Letter to an unidentfied gentleman, headed at the top, “Private.” In part: “We are now windbound & likely to be so some time unless the Cainbrian were left to protect the Convoy and the Volontaire ordered to proceed immediately in which case we would sail directly without any further delay which would be a material thing for my brother [Louis Charles, Count de Beaujolais]…I sollicit this favour through you in a private way & I was the more induced to do it that I hear the convoy to be protected is but a small one & that there are in it 5 or 6 heavy loaded dull fellows who will greatly impede us if we are to travel in their company.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and hinge of second integral page passing through end of signature. During the revolution, he emigrated to America and then to Britain with his brother, Louis Charles, Count de Beaujolais who had contracted tuberculosis in prison during the revolution and needed to live in a warmer climate. Two weeks after the brothers arrived in Malta, the Count of Beaujolais died on May 30, 1808. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) | 145

Penned shortly before vanishing on his trip to the Nile 492. David Livingstone. Scot-

tish missionary and explorer (1813– 1873). Rare ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, July 25, 1865. Letter to Mr. Murray. In part: “I am sorry that I have to decline your very kind invitation for Friday next. We came up from Newstead Abbey last night to Grant’s wedding.”

A tear and bit of paper loss to upper left of the second integral sheet, tiny repaired edge separations at folds, and some show-through from writing on opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. In January 1866, Livingstone set out for Zanzibar in order to search for the source of the Nile—it was during this trip that he lost contact with the outside world and was presumed dead until his encounter with fellow ecplorer Henry M. Stanley who made the famous query, “Dr. Livingstone, I presume?”

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“To the Hon. Angelo J. Rossi, Mayor of San Francisco, With most sincere regards from his fellow citizen” 493. Guglielmo Marconi.

Vintage mattefinish 5.75 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To the Hon. Angelo J. Rossi, Mayor of San Francisco, With most sincere regards from his fellow citizen, Guglielmo Marconi, San Francisco—30th October 1933.” In fine condition, with a diagonal crease to image, affecting mostly the background, which has started to lightly silver. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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494. King Philip IV of Spain. King of Spain (1605–1665) who reigned from 1621 until his death. DS, signed “Yo el Rey,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 12, May 19, 1654. Untranslated document signed on the first page by the king. In fine condition, with marginal binding holes along left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely rare, boldly penned letter from prisoner number “1335/88: Nelson Mandela”—the first we have ever offered 495. Nelson Mandela. Rare and desirable

ALS signed “Ex-patient M,” one page, lightlylined, 8.25 x 11.75, August 21, 1989. Letter written from Victor Verster Prison in accordance with prison rules, to “Sister Margaret Douglas,” a nurse who cared for Mandela at the Constantiaberg MediClinic. In full: “I do not know exactly what you mean when you say your letter may have gone astray. Are you perhaps referring to the letter I wrote you last December, or to one you may have written me after that date?

I received many letters from your clinic but none from you. It is always safer to send my letters by certified post. I must assure you that I would never fail to thank you directly for all that you did for me, nor would I ever fail to respond to any of your letters, even when they say nothing about the champagne.

I hope the children are well and that they look carefully after you. Do give them my regards and also the young ladies at the clinic who sent me birthday greetings—Pam, Fiona, Rosland, Carol, the two Evans, Mandy, Felicity and Debbie.

What happened to Judy? Do not tell me she never returned from her sick bed. I look forward to seeing you in due course. Meantime, I would like you to know that you are much in my thoughts. Best wishes.” At the top of the page, Mandela prints his name and prisoner number, “1335/88: Nelson Mandela.” Overall somewhat irregular toning, not affecting the legibility of Mandela’s bold writing and signature, and show-through from a censor stamp on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Mandela’s hand.

On December 8, 1988, twenty-six years into his life sentence, 70-year-old Nelson Mandela was transferred to what would be the final prison to hold him, Victor Verster Prison near Paarl. He was kept in a relatively comfortable warder’s house and given a personal cook, as well as permission to meet with many visitors and write as much as he pleased—a significant benefit after years of limitations. A year prior to writing this letter, Mandela was diagnosed with tuberculosis and transferred to the Constantiaberg MediClinic for treatment, where the recipient of this letter, “Sister Margaret Douglas,” was his nurse. As the outside world changed around him and the days of apartheid neared their end, Mandela held strong to his convictions, declining several conditional offers of his release and meeting with the country’s leaders to reach a final peace, including the newly elected President F. W. de Klerk. On February 2, 1990, just six months after this letter was written, de Klerk legalized all formerly banned political parties and unconditionally released Nelson Mandela—finally a free man after 28 years behind bars. With a lifetime of regulated correspondence, any letter from Mandela is extraordinarily scarce; this is the first we have offered in over 30 years of business.

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Tremendous collection of 100 letters from Marie Antoinette’s mother 496. Maria Theresa. Holy

Roman Empress and Queen of Bohemia (1717–1780) who was the mother of Marie Antoinette. Impressive collection of 100 LSs (97 of which are untranslated) in German, most one page, 7.5 x 9, dated between 1762 and 1780. Official correspondence written to Ludwig Count Zinzendorf and his brother Charles, concerning various administrative matters. The translated letters read as follows: June 26, 1762—”As the guidelines specify that the Chamber of Accounts shall not request reports from the managing departments in administrational matters, but rather shall apply to the administrating post in all those cases in which they require further information, they will therefore from now on observe these rules in all cases.

Conversely, the Chamber is entitled to obtain all necessary information in accounting matters from the issuers of the said account.”

July 31, 1762—”So as to avoid all too extensive writing, I will henceforth disclose My decisions only to that bureau that submitted the report in question; this bureau shall then be obliged to communicate both the report and my decision to all other court offices that may be involved in the matter.”

August 10, 1762—”Regarding the attached report of M. Clary I desire an evaluation, as well as that the current sum total of pensions invested in the Hunt fund, which is set at 5,686 guilders, be produced for inspection.”

In overall fine condition. A fantastic grouping from the latter half of Maria Theresa’s reign, showing her direct and interested involvement in overseeing the affairs of her government. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

497. Marie Therese. Queen consort of France as wife of Louis XIV, she was born at the Escorial as the daughter of Philip IV of Spain and Elisabeth of France (1638–1683). Vellum manuscript DS, in French, one page, 18.5 x 8, April 24, 1680. Untranslated document in which the Queen promotes Guillaume Bignon to the new position of master pastry chef. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, moderate overall creases, and two cuts to the lower right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exceedingly rare document from the ‘father of modern genetics,’ maintaining the finances of the monastery that held his lifetime of studies 498. Gregor Mendel. Rare autograph DS in German, signed “Gr. Mendel,” one page, 8.25 x 13.5, September 1, 1881. Receipt for 63 fl. “which the undersigning monastery has received in cash from the interest on the foundation capital of 1,200 fl. insured through the Pernstein estate.” Document bears the ink stamp of the Augustinian monastery of St. Thomas in Brno, two affixed revenue stamps, and a few period notations. In fine to very fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds.

When the young Johann Mendel entered the Augustinian St. Thomas’s Abbey in Brno in the early 1840s, he commenced his training as a priest, taking the name Gregor and securing himself an education that would have otherwise been financially unattainable. Fascinated with heredity, he began studying mice, but at the behest of his bishop (who did not like the idea of his monks studying animal sex), quickly switched to plants. Conducting his studies in the monastery’s five-acre experimental garden, he spent nearly two decades working with peas before developing his Law of Segregation and Law of Independent Assortment—which would later become Mendel’s Laws of Inheritance.

Though his findings made little impact at the time of publication (1866), they would resurface 35 years later to become one of the biggest contributions to the emerging field of genetics. Becoming abbot of the monastery in 1868, Mendel left his scientific work behind to handle a lengthy dispute with the government regarding special taxes on religious institutions.

Following his death, the succeeding abbot burned all papers in Mendel’s collection to mark an end to the financial troubles, making autographed material by the groundbreaking scientist nearly impossible to come by. This is the first Mendel we have every offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $750)

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Arranging his collection of dinnerware 499. Samuel F. B. Morse. ALS

Descriptive working passage from The Mountains of California 501. John Muir. Partial auto-

signed “Sam’l F. B. Morse,” one page, 5 x 7.75, June 19, 1853.

Letter to Samuel Colgate. In full: “Will you have the kindness to say to Mr. Haviland he may put one dozen of soup plates to correspond with the dinner plates in the same hogshead with the rest of the crockery.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through letters of the his first name) and some edge toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

graph manuscript, one page, 8.25 x 12.25, part of a page from Muir’s working draft of The Mountains of California. Numbered “58,” at the top of the page by Muir, who writes, in full: “The Two-leafed-Pine.

Tamarac-Pine. (Pinus contorta) This hardy little pine forms the bulk of the Alpine forests, extending along the range above the fir belt to a height of about 9500 feet.” The last three words “at this elevation,” are crossed out by Muir. In fine condition, with two horizontal folds and some slight toning along top left. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Just turning 70, the famed naturalist continues his work: “I’m at work on a small book or two—but though advancing the motion is slow glacially so”

502. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Manu-

script DS in Italian, one page, 9 x 14, August 1932. Untranslated official document signed at the conclusion in black ink, “Mussolini” and “Vittorio Emanuele.”

In fine condition, with light overall mirroring of ink from premature folding. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

500. John Muir.

Naturalist and author (1838–1914) who helped establish Yosemite National Park.

ALS, one page, 8 x 1, April 26, 1908.

Letter to Mrs. Franz Milcke. In full: “Many thanks for your kind three–score–&– ten greeting. The Years these days are the only things of life that go fast.

With many interrupting cares I’m at work on a small book or two—but though advancing the motion is slow glacially so. Sympathizing with you in your bereavement & sincerely thanking you all.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a uniform shade of mild toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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503.

Napoleon II.

Son of Napoleon and Mary Louise (1811– 1832), referred to as the King of Rome. Uncommon ink signature, in German,“Herzog von Reichstadt Oberstltn,” on an off-white 4 x 1 slip. Slip is affixed to an 8 x 10.25 scrapbook page, along with an engraved portrait, and collector’s notations along the top. In fine condition, with a few stray ink marks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Napoleon grills his minister of war on troop counts and placement 504. Napoleon.

LS i n F r e n c h , signed “Nap,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 9, May 28, 1808.

Letter to Clarke, Minister of War. In part (translated): “I see in the May 1 report on the State of Artillery…an error. Two companies of almost 200 men on the Ile d’Yeu would be far too much…risk of loss is disproportionate to the need. One sole company will be sufficient. The 3rd Company of the 1st Batallion, 109 men strong, is listed as being in General Zayonczek’s Division. This General has a Polish Division and hasn’t had any French artillery for a long time…The 7th Company is in Martinique… my intention is that each Batallion should have a second Company on the Islands…It grieves me to see that the 10th Batallion has only 400 men and 350 horses, the 4th 600 men and 780 horses…In general I am surprised to see that there are 14,700 men in the baggage train and 17,500 horses. This seems disproportionate to me…there should be an additional 2,000 horses. The organization of the pontoon pioneer batallions in only two batallions doesn’t seem good to me. It’s necessary to have 3 to 5 or 6 companies in each so that 2 of them can be sent to the Grande Armée…The Company of Miners must be brought back from the Island of Elba…it is useless there…I see 2 Companies of Coast Guard Gunners at Caprara; one is more than enough…Companies of Coast Guard Cannoniers must be created for Tuscany, but they must not be companies made up of natives of the country—Who, up to the present moment, are deserving of little confidence. Above all that’s where veteran gunners are needed.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a few ink blots to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

505. Napoleon. LS in

French, signed “Np,” one page both sides, 7 x 9, January 9, 1810. Crisplypenned untranslated letter to the Duke of Feltre. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, with vertical fold passing through signature, a few bends, and some scattered light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $300)

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“Murad Bey passed by yesterday in the direction of the pyramids”

506. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Bonaparte,” one page, 7.75 x 12.25, Republique Francaise letterhead, Cairo, Egypt, July 12, 1799.

Letter to General Desaix. In full (translated): “I received your letter of the 18th. Murad Bey passed by yesterday in the direction of the pyramids of Sanara. He was to the right of Lake Nahon where General Murat had arrived on the morning of the 22nd. Junot left from Gizah to try to find his tracks. General d’Estaing led the search to the hills of the desert between Mariout and Lake Nahon. I do not need to reiterate to you the demand on our cavalry. The last news that I have of General Friant is of the 21st. He was still at the heights of Behnese.” Ornately cloth-matted and framed with two descriptive plaques and a portrait to an overall size of 31 x 24. Intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature), and some slight show-through from docketing to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Frederic Castaing. Napoleon had engaged Bey’s cavalry at the Battle of the Pyramids almost exactly one year earlier, defeating the Egyptian forces in decisive fashion, though Bey himself escaped. It was while pursuing Murad Bey into Upper Egypt that the French discovered the ancient monuments and ruins at Dendera, Thebes, Edfu, and Philae. One of the most interesting Napoleon letters we have encountered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

508. Florence Nightingale.

ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, personal letterhead, July 11, 1886.

Letter to Mrs. William Smith. In part: “I am glad that Joseph has behaved himself, & I am sure that he has been happy—so happy that he asks if you would allow him to prolong his visit.

He does not like London, and, were it convenient to you, I would gladly accede to his wish.” In fine condition.

The “Joseph” referred to in this letter was Nightingale’s cat. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Two years into his investigation on the diseasestricken French silkworm population, Pasteur finds success with native eggs “prepared according to my directions and in conditions which seem best to me” 509. Louis Pasteur.

ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8, Ecole Normale Supérieure letterhead, September 7, 1867. Letter to Italian scientist M. Salimbeni whose brochure entitled ‘Le microscope employe a prévenir et déterminer La maladie des vers a soie’ (The Microscope Used to Study and Determine Silkworm Disease) was presented by Pasteur to the Academy of Sciences on October 19, 1868. In full (translated): “I am sending you…a copy of the succinct report which I sent to the Minister of Agriculture. Its chief purpose is to point out the existence of quite notable quantities of silkworm eggs of our own native species, prepared according to my directions and in conditions which seem best to me for producing healthy silkworm eggs. You will especially note Mr. Raybaud-Lange’s very important method for the production of silkworm eggs.

You inform me, Sir, that you plan to process silkworm eggs according to my system. If you have already put this into practice I would be pleased to know the results you’ll have next year. In case you don’t have silkworm eggs prepared in accordance with my system, I urge you to get some from M. Raybaud-Lange from a portion of one of the lots that I have examined so that a report can be drawn up on their progress next year, at your agricultural society, for example.

I have just received Grimelli’s work [Geminéano Grimelli’s: ‘La maladie des vers d soie’ (Silkworm Disease), 1867] but haven’t yet read it. With reference to the work you tell me about and of which you are the author, I can’t find it either among my papers or in the papers I left behind at Alais, nor among those which I found in Paris July 1 upon my return.” In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on opposite sides.

Beginning in 1855, a widespread epidemic among silkworms nearly brought the French silk industry to ruin. As the crisis reached its peak in 1865, Pasteur—then serving as the professor of geology, physics, and chemistry at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris—was asked by the Department of Agriculture to head a commission to investigate the devastating disease infecting the worms. Within five years, he had determined that temperature, humidity, ventilation, quality of the food, sanitation and adequate separation of the broods of newly hatched worms all played a role in susceptibility to the disease, and was able to create new methods breeding that would preserve healthy eggs and prevent contamination. In his report to the Minister of Agriculture, Forcade La Roquette, a copy of which was sent to Salimbeni along with this letter, Pasteur outlined those methods and conditions. “You plan to process silkworm eggs according to my system,” writes Pasteur, encouraging his fellow scientist to keep him informed of his progress: “If you have already put this into practice I would be pleased to know the results you’ll have next year.” An important topic in Pasteur’s career, his research with the silkworms helped shape his future concepts on the influence of environment on contagion, leading to his most significant contributions in the study of causes and prevention of disease. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 153

Beginning his study of rabies: “Can the dog still bite?”

510. Louis Pasteur. ALS in French, signed “Pasteur,” one page, 4.5 x 7, stamp-dated June 11, 1884. Letter to veterinarian J. Bourrel, who worked with Pasteur on the study of rabies. In full (translated): “Can the dog still bite? Will send two dogs at 5 o’clock. In any case send the corpse.” Elaborately double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait and biographical plaque to an overall size of 23 x 20. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. At this time, Pasteur had just started his studies on rabies and was gathering dogs as laboratory specimens. Just one year later, Pasteur successfully inoculated the first human against rabies. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Emotional letter from the exiled loyalist Quaker

511. John Pemberton. Quaker preacher (1727–1795) arrested in Philadelphia

in 1777 by order of the Continental Congress and sent in exile to Virginia because of his opposition to the American Revolution. ALS, one page, 6.5 x 8, December 19, 1761. Letter to his cousin, regarding the death of his sister-in-law. In part: “Our Dear Relations Thy Brother John’s Wife finished her course here last night…

She lay several hours insensible of much pain as we apprehend, & without taking notice of any thing, & went off very quiet.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, various edge chips, and mounting remnants to left border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

512. Timothy Pickering. Postmaster general, secretary of war, and secretary

of state under Washington (1745–1829). Manuscript DS, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, December 20, 1799. Duplicate copy of a letter addressed to the Citizen Directors of the Ligurian Republic. In part: “The President of the United States of America having been pleased to nominate and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to appoint, Frederick H. Wollaston Esquire, their Consul for the Port of Genoa…I have the honor to request you to admit Mr. Wollaston to the exercise of his Consular functions.” Cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Pickering and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 24 x 19.5. In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds, one running directly under signature and a mild shade of overall toning.

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

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Pickering attempts to secure funds for “clothes at Newport if the enemy should evacuate that place” as the winter of 1779 approaches 513. Timothy Pickering. Revolutionary War-dated LS, one page, 7.25 x

8, October 26, 1779. Letter written to an unknown recipient. In part, “We have received your letter hinting at the expectation of buying clothes at Newport if the enemy should evacuate that place. Certainly no time should be lost in purchasing these upon the arrival of this event; and upon the first notice of it we will exert ourselves in procuring & sending you money also draw upon the Board for any Sum you can negotiate. We should have written you on the subject of the Clothing ordered by the…General to be sent by you to Springfield; but he informed us he had transmitted you fresh orders to retain the same.” A small notation (perhaps by the letter’s recipient) in the lower left reads, “We have no authority to purchase clothes for officers nor money to pay for them you must purchase none as our agt.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and some light edge wear.

Since late 1777, Pickering served on the Continental Board of War, a special standing committee formed to oversee the Army’s administration, including the acquisition and distribution of supplies requested by regiments throughout the colonies. Attempting to purchase much needed clothing “at Newport [Delaware] if the enemy should evacuate that place,” as another harsh winter approached, Pickering faced the familiar response: “We have no authority to purchase clothes for officers nor money to pay for them.”

Even General Washington, setting up quarters a hundred miles north in Morristown, New Jersey, would suffer the cold months without desperately needed supplies, resulting in widespread desertions, low morale, and frequent attempts a mutiny. An interesting letter regarding one of the Continental Army’s constant challenges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare letter from Louis XV’s chief mistress, the first we have ever offered 514. Madame de Pompadour. Member of the French court (1721–1764) who was

the chief mistress of Louis XV from 1745 to her death. Rare partial autograph letter, in French, one page, 4.25 x 6.5, June 30. Portion of a larger letter to the Duke d’Aiguillon.

In part (translated): “Several attacks of very severe fever, and the unhappy event that happened, Monsieur, have afflicted me in every respect, so that I have not had the strength to write you. The memorandum that you sent me has been transmitted to the Council of Commerce, I am very glad of that, because I have friends there who will take interest in the cause of the Malouns [the inhabitants of Saint-Malo]; tell them, I pray you, that their zeal for the King makes me strongly desire the success of their enterprise; if I think about them with so much concern, judge, Monsieur, of the sentiments that your courage, your intelligence, and your attachment to the service of the King have inspired in me on your behalf; they do not leave anything to be desired.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand as well as a mostly intact red wax seal. In fine condition, with a pencil notation along bottom edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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515. Pope Gregory XVI. Born Bartolomeo

Alberto Cappellari (1765-1846), he was Pope of the Catholic Church from 1831 to 1846. Strongly conservative and traditionalist, he opposed democratic and modernizing reforms in the Papal States and throughout Europe, seeing them as fronts for revolutionary leftism, and sought to strengthen the religious and political authority of the papacy. ALS in Italian, signed “Gregorio PP. XVI,” one page, 7.5 x 9, December 28, 1838.

Letter to Ferdinand II, King of two Sicilies, in which the pope bestows the Apostolic Blessing on him and his whole family and sends thanks for “two beautiful pheasants from the Royal Hunt.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and light overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

516. Queen Elizabeth II. Partly-printed DS, signed “Elizabeth R,”

one page, 20.5 x 16, February 9, 1953. The queen appoints Frank Martin Taylor, Esquire “to be our Vice-Consul, to reside at Stockholm.”

Signed in the upper right by the queen. Framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 17. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds.

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

517. Paul Revere. Very rare partial manuscript

DS one page, 6 x 2, no date. A portion of a financial document concerning a payment of “Three hundred and Eighty three dollars.” Signed at the bottom by Revere as company president, and also countersigned by the company’s secretary. Beautifully cloth-matted and framed with a print done by Revere for enlistment in a Boston Battery unit, a color portrait, and two informational plaques, to an overall size of 28 x 29.5.

In very good condition, with Revere’s signature light but still completely legible, text of document fairly light but still mostly legible, a vertical fold, and scattered light staining.

Most famously remembered for his legendary midnight ride and his beautifully crafted silver works, Paul Revere also created some of the most iconic prints of the late 18th century, including the 1770 depiction of the Boston Massacre, the first official seal for the colonies, and the state seal of Massachusetts. He initially began copper plate engraving to supplement his income before the war, and as one of his earliest efforts, created the North Battery Certificate around 1762, a re-striking of which is offered here. Presented alongside an exceedingly rare and handsomely signed business document, this is a remarkable piece from one of the most famous patriots and early American craftsmen. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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An Act of Congress for importing tea and exporting goods from a sunken ship 518. Edmund Randolph. Statesman and politician (1753–1813) who variously served as aide-de-camp to Washington, member of the Continental Congress, the first attorney general, and Aaron Burr’s lawyer during his notorious trial for treason.

Printed Act of Congress, signed “Edm: Randolph,” one page, 8 x 13, dated December 2, 1793. The secretary of state presents an act approved by George Washington, “to extend the term of credit for Teas imported by the ship Argonaut; and to permit the export of goods saved out of the wreck of the…Freelove, cast away on Cape Hatteras.” Signed at the conclusion by Randolph. Horizontal folds, some mild toning, and some light spotting around signature, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce brown 1886 Standard Oil stock certificate 519. John D. Rockefeller and Henry Flagler. DS, one page

both sides, 16 x 8, August 4, 1886. Scarce brown certificate, engraved with a vignette of the US Capitol, for one hundred shares of Standard Oil Trust for William V. Brokaw, signed at the bottom by Rockefeller and countersigned by Henry Flagler and the company’s treasurer.

The stub is attached and the transfer has been completed on the reverse. In fine condition, with a July 14, 1899, cancellation stamp to left corner, machine cancellations over signatures, several folds and two revenue stamps affixed to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Nobel Prize-winning physicist extends condolences to his star pupil 520. Wilhelm Rontgen. Distinguished German

physicist (1845–1923) who discovered X-rays in 1895, for which he was awarded the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901. Scarce ALS in German, signed “W. C. Rontgen,” on a 4 x 3.5 gilt-edged card, September 2, 1911. Letter of condolence to atomic physicist Rudolf Ladenburg on the death of his father. In full (translated): “Only now have I received news of the death of your dear father. Please accept my sincere condolences. In so far as I know, the deceased endured great physical suffering in the last few months. Therefore death may have been a deliverance for him. For you the passing of your father will always mean a great loss!” In fine, bright condition. Ladenburg studied with Rontgen, who was his doctoral adviser. He later went on to work with Einstein and John von Neumann in the US where he was involved in the Manhattan Project and was also in charge of placing exiled physicists in jobs. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 157

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Remarkable 1910 diary from the legendary explorer, noting the historic events and expedition preparations that led up to his final departure in October of the same year 521. Robert Falcon Scott. British naval officer and explorer (1868–1912) best known for the two expeditions he led to the Antarctic in 1901–1904 and 1910–1912. During the second of these, the Terra Nova Expedition, extreme weather, poor health, and a shortage of supplies led to the death of Scott and his party. Scott’s dark green leatherette pocket diary for 1910, 3.5 x 4.75, bearing an ink ownership signature to the ‘Army & Navy Thin Pocket Diary’ title page, “Captain Robert F. Scott, RN &c, 36–38 Victoria St., Westminster SW.” Also similarly signed on the final page in black ink, “Captain R. F. Scott, RN, British Antarctic Exped’n, 36 & 38 Victoria St., Westminster, SW.” Diary contains approximately 116 brief ink and pencil entries from between December 4, 1909, and December 25, 1910, though the vast majority are from between January and July 1910; a large gap from mid-July though mid-December remains blank. Particularly notable entries include:

In fine condition, with toning and soiling to title page and expected general handling wear from use. Accompanied by a typed list entitled “Approximate Programme of ‘Terra Nova’s’ movements,” with four autograph emendations by Scott, as well as a brown leather wallet-type folder monogrammed on the front with Scott’s initials, “R. S.,” containing the calling card of Viscount Knutsford, bearing a notation that reads: “This book belonged to Capt. Scott of S. Polar fame & was given to me by his son Peter.”

December 4, 1909: “Interview Atkinson & Wilson.”

January 1, 1910: “Arrange dates for lecture at Litchfield. Let Mr. Benson know of engagements in January & February.”

January 14: “PM 3:30 Hydrographer. PM Edgarton tents.”

January 24: “Admiralty.”

January 29: “2nd or 3rd, February. Arrange to meet Mayor of Middlesboro.”

March 18: “New Vagabonds Club.”

April 12: “Preside Navy Club Dinner 7:30, Whitehall Rooms.”

May 3: “Peary Royal Societies Club, London 10 o’clock.”

May 4: “Peary meeting.”

May 5: “8:30 Queen’s Hall, Peary.”

May 7: “Ship inclining experiments.”

May 20: “King’s Funeral.”

May 26: “Huntley & Palmers Directors visit ship.”

June 25: “Audience Queen Alexandra, Buckingham Palace.”

July 5: “Audience, H. M. The King.”

Having captured the public’s attention with the Discovery, Scott enjoyed a hero’s fame during the years in between expeditions, easing into Edwardian society with his new promotion to Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (CVO). This fascinating personal diary holds several points of interest, from the numerous naval engagements, as Scott resumed his full-time naval career upon his return, to the upper echelon royal events, including the “King’s Funeral” (for Edward VII), “Audience Queen Alexandra, Buckingham Palace,” and another event with George, newly crowned “H. M. The King.” He notes three meetings with and/or regarding fellow explorer Robert Peary at the start of May, at the center of which was The Royal Geographical Society’s acknowledgment of his achievement, headed by Charles Darwin.

Most interesting, however, are the entries related to his upcoming expedition to the South Pole. “January 14: Hydrographer,” likely began the detailing of the waters of his upcoming journey, and “Interview Atkinson & Wilson,” most certainly referred to crew members Edward Atkinson, the Terra Nova’s parasitologist and bacteriologist, who took command during the final year, and Edward Adrian Wilson, Scott’s closest friend and confidant, who perished by his side on their final expedition. An absolutely fascinating look into Scott’s final year on land, noting landmark events that preceded his departure on the Terra Nova, from which he would never return. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $750)

Among the concluding memoranda are a few notes of addresses, including expedition member George Clarke Simpson and various suppliers, as well as scattered memoranda, including “send Wilson ‘Scurvy’” and the poignant, “After the expedition a list of firms whose goods were taken and were found to be thoroughly satisfactory will be published.”

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“Let us hope for the propagation of truth & the abolition of error, in both hemispheres” 522. Arthur Schopenhauer. Important and highly influential German philosopher (1788–1860) best known for his often pessimistic works exploring the nature of reality, will, and desire. Exceptional AQS on a light blue 5.5 x 8.75 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “Arthur Schopenhauer, Frankfurt am Main, June 12th 1855.” Schopenhauer pens an optimistic philosophical quote. In full: “Let us hope for the propagation of truth & the abolition of error, in both hemispheres.”

In fine condition, with horizontal fold below all writing and a few light wrinkles. An extraordinarily influential philosopher, Schopenhauer’s ideas resonated with such diverse scientific and cultural figures as Charles Darwin, Gustav Mahler, Albert Einstein, and Dylan Thomas.

Also extremely scarce in autographic material, this is just the third Schopenhauer we have offered in the last decade. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

A one-of-a-kind family portrait, with all identified by 17-year-old Schweitzer 523. Albert Schweitzer. Vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 7 1892 Schweitzer

family portrait outside their Günsbach home by Zahneissen, including the then 17-year-old Schweitzer, signed and inscribed in the lower left border in blue ink in French, “To Dr Charles Joy, A. Schweitzer 22.5.49.” Those pictured are identified by Albert Schweitzer, in French, “A Schweitzer, Pastor Louis Schweitzer, his three daughters, Mme Schweitzer, Paul Schweitzer, the dog Turck.” Schweitzer has also written in the narrow lower border, “Portrait made for Eugene Debs, American cousin of my mother 1892?” Signature a bit cramped, and moderate contrast to beginning of notation along bottom, including second signature, otherwise fine condition. Debs (1855-1926) organized America’s first industrial union, the American Railway Union, and was also a five-time presidential candidate for the Socialist Party. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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524. Albert Schweitzer. ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 6, October 30, 1957. Short untranslated letter written at the conclusion of a longer letter by Emmy Marlin. Rusty paperclip mark to top edge of both pages, with some resulting staining and paper erosion and a central vertical fold, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.‌(MB $150)

An impressive gathering to honor Pauling, including Schweitzer, Roosevelt, Russell, and a slew of scientists

525. Schweitzer, Pauling, and Roosevelt. Group of 27 signed

items related to a 1960 dinner honoring Linus Pauling, primarily consisting of letters and photos: untranslated ALS in French by Albert Schweitzer, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, April 4, 1960, mentioning Pauling; vintage glossy 10 x 8 photos of Linus Pauling with his wife Ava and two guests, signed in ink by all four; program for the event, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front cover in ink by Pauling and his wife, and signed again on the first page by both; RSVP letters from Eleanor Roosevelt, Bertrand Russell, Julian Huxley, Pearl S. Buck, John Boyd Orr, Robert Watson-Watt, Alexander Meiklejohn, Brock Chisholm, C. V. Raman, Kathleen Lonsdale, Philip Noel-Baker, Mark Oliphant (2), Martin Niemoller, Alexander Nesmeyanov, Clarence E. Pickett, Else Zeuthen, J. B. S. Haldane, Lady Jessie Street, Signe Hojer, Anne K. Eaton (wife of Cyrus S. Eaton), Eason Monroe, Reverend C. W. Chandler, and Jacquetta Priestley (wife of J. B. Priestley). In overall very good to fine condition, with tears to the Schweitzer letter which is affixed to a scrapbook page. RR Auction COA.‌(MB $200)

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Scarce document triple-signed by the governor of the Northwest Territory establishing new laws on divorce 526. Arthur St. Clair.

American soldier and politician (1737-1818) who rose to the rank of major general in the Continental Army during the American Revolution.

He was later appointed governor of the Northwest Territory. Manuscript DS , signed three times, “A. S. Claire,” three pages, 13.5 x 16, July 15, 1795. A lengthy six-article document establishing a law as to how divorces are to be handled in the Northwest Territory, signed three times by St. Clair as governor of the Territory. In part, “A Law respecting Divorce adopted from the Massachusetts code…Divorces…shall be decreed where either of the parties had a former wife or husband, alive, at the time of solemnizing the second marriage…Divorce…shall be granted for the cause of extreme cruelty of either parties.…Whenever a divorce shall be decreed, on cause of aggression from the husband, the woman, if no issue of the marriage be living at the time of the divorce, shall be restored to all her lands, tenements…and be allowed out of the man’s personal estate…If the divorce arise from the cause or aggression of the wife…the court may order to her the restoration of either whole or part of her lands, tenements…and may assign such alimony as shall be thought proper.” At the conclusion, St. Clair writes, “The foregoing is hereby declared to be a Law of the Territory; to take effect on and from the first day of October, next ensuing. In Testimony whereof we, Arthur St. Clair, John Cleves Symmer and George Turner, have caused the Seal of the Territory to be hereunto affixed, and signed the same with our names.” Signed at the conclusion by St. Clair, who also signs under the seal on the first page, and again on the third page. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning from two stains on the first page, some small areas of paper loss and fold separations, with one area of paper loss affecting signature on the third page, and tape repairs to folds on the reverse of third page. The document’s seal is slightly worn and toned and retains its original ribbon. Anything signed by St. Clair is rare; this document, holding three signatures and the added significance of establishing a law, is even more so. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I have done things because of other people that have cost me a pretty high price, but I have never had any regrets” 527. Robert Stroud. ALS, in pencil, signed “Robert

Stroud, 594,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 8 x 10, Alcatraz, January 28, 1946. Letter to his sister Marie. In part: “You are right, this would be a very poor world if there were not people in it ready to help others. It is true that there are those who do not appreciate what one tries to do for them, but that is o.k. When I can do something for someone that he cannot do for himself, I never ask myself or care whether he will appreciate it or not, but that does not matter. I really do such things because I think I should, and that is all there is to it…Sometimes I have done things because of other people that have cost me a pretty high price, but I have never had any regrets.” Stroud has also added his full signature at the top of the letter, along with his Alcatraz address. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extraordinary hand-drawn map from his home county, where “lands before the war would have commanded upwards of ten dollars an acre” 528. Alexander Stephens. Incredible hand-drawn map of an area

called Cleveland’s Place in Taliaferro County, Georgia, 10 x 15, signed below a lengthy description in black ink, “Alexander Stephens.” Stephens draws, colors, and labels an intricate map of a large parcel of land, including small brown rectangles for buildings and notations to point out interesting geographical features, including “Indian corn land,” “Wheat field,” “Wood land with Hickory and Walnut,” and “Orchard.” He goes on to offer his opinion of it at the bottom, in part: “I am well acquainted with Mr. Cleveland the owner of the land set forth in the above plat—I am also pretty well acquainted with the waters and surrounding lands—they are upon the waters of Sharol Creek which where always considered amongst the best lands in the county when fresh—Mr. Cleveland’s lands before the war would have commanded upwards of ten dollars an acre.” In very good condition, with various folds, repaired edge tears (one passing through beginning of signature), and an area of paper loss to the right edge (not affecting any portions of the map or writing). An exceptional piece unlike any we have encountered, especially interesting because Stephens touches upon the economic struggles of the South following the Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Complete Burger Court

529. Billy and Helen Sunday. Evangelist (1862–1935) and former baseball player who preached a fundamentalist theology in a highly flamboyant style. Vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.5 Harris and Ewing portrait of Billy Sunday, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, “To my Iowa friend C. C. Shaw, In memory of old days in Marshalltown, Ia., W. A. Sunday, Psalm 34”; and a vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Helen Sunday, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, and affixed to an identical size board. Moderate silvering to image and background of Billy’s photo, otherwise very good condition.

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

530. Supreme Court: Burger Court. Engraved portrait of the

Supreme Court building, 8 x 6, signed at the bottom in ballpoint and ink by all nine members of the Burger Court, “Thurgood Marshall,” “Wm. J. Brennan, Jr., ” “Warren E. Burger,” “Byron R. White,” “Harry A. Blackmun,” “Potter Stewart,” “Lewis F. Powell, Jr.,” “William H. Rehnquist,” and “W. O. Douglas.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The Supreme Court justice writes to Szold, seeking to eradicate malaria in Israel’s first kibbutz 531. Supreme Court: Louis D. Brandeis.

ALS signed “Louis D. Brandeis,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Supreme Court letterhead, July 20, 1930.

Letter to Zionist leader Henrietta Szold, discussing the improving health conditions of the Degania cooperatives which he had visited in 1919. In part: “I know how the malaria was banished. I should like to know, with all available accuracy, how prosperous they are now;—and what, from year to year, since the malaria control became effective, their advance from wretchedness to, or toward, prosperity has been. In this connection, I should like to have, among other things, the statistics, and in these should be included the indebtedness of the colonies to the P. Z. E. (or other Zionist body) at the close of each year; and the figures showing whether any payment was made on account of the principal indebtedness or the interest during the year. I note on p. 85 of ‘The Seventh Dominion’ that Daganiah A was said to be paying interest charges. May I trouble you to send me this information as soon as possible?” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a small area of tape-reinforced paper loss to the bottom edge. An exceptional piece of correspondence between these historically important figures. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Frankfurter anticipates “keen enjoyment of wines and cheese and other evidences of the arts of man” with fellow justice Harlan Stone 533.

Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter. Vintage matte-

finish 10 x 13 Hessler Supreme Court portrait, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my esteemed Brother Harlan F. Stone, with happy remembrances and with high hopes of many years of common labors and keen enjoyment of wines and cheese and other evidences of the arts of man. Felix Frankfurter 3 June 1939,” with a studio notation above the inscription. In fine, bright condition. In 1939, Franklin D. Roosevelt appointed Frankfurter as a Supreme Court justice. Frankfurter took a strong stand on individual civil rights, leading some to label him as an ‘extreme liberal,’ however he upset many radicals by refusing to protect socialists and communists blacklisted during the onslaught of McCarthyism. His ‘brother’—Harlan F. Stone—served on the High Court for 20 years and also defended civil liberties and individual rights against a conservative court majority. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The future justice advises his predecessor to “hold out an olive branch to the Governor” Franklin D. Roosevelt 532. Supreme Court: Benjamin Cardozo. ALS signed “B. N. C.,”

three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 8, January 7, 1930. Letter to Frank S. Hiscock, “My dear Chief.” In full: “Thank you for sending me a copy of your address which I have read with interest. I see nothing of substance to be criticized. Perhaps on p. 3, it might be well to omit the statement that our court ‘has repeatedly adjourned for lack of business.’ The public might think there was no different cause for preserving us. You might say, ‘and does not adjourn until all the cases read for argument have been heard.’

On the page before the last, (at the end of the page) you might hold out an olive branch to the Governor [Franklin D. Roosevelt] by saying that it ought not to be difficult to provide for representation of laymen on the commission if such representation is thought desirable. I cannot think of anything else.”

In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The justice invokes a Lincoln quote to explain his absence from the upcoming Zionist convention 534. Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter. ALS, one page both sides, 5.75 x 9, Supreme Court letterhead, July 13. Letter to Judge [Louis E.] Levinthal. In part: “One of the…satisfactions your Presidency gave me…the understanding you’ve had of the circumscription of this job—and the delicate courtesy you have shown me that makes it more & not less difficult to deny your latest wish. But I cannot attend such a gathering at the forthcoming Zionist Convention publicly—it would be worse to be in ‘private’ attendance. There is now no such thing as such a private gathering and covert privacy is a too fertile opportunity for mischievous misrepresentation. We are leaving [sic] in days as Lincoln said, when it is not easy to say anything sensible, nor to avoid more harm than good by any appearance. I wish it were otherwise.” In very good condition, with some scattered mild damp staining and foxing, and moderate show-through from writing on opposite sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Carpathia’s surgeon who tended to Titanic’s survivors

535. Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter. AQS on an off-

white 7 x 9 heavy stock marbled sheet. Frankfurter writes, “Let us raise a standard to which goodwill may repair. Felix Frankfurter, Cambridge, Mass, January 9, 1933.” In fine condition, with mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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536. Supreme Court: Edward Douglass White. Ameri-

can politician and jurist (1845– 1921) who served as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court from 1910 to 1921, best known for establishing the ‘Rule of Reason’ standard of interpretation for antitrust law. TLS signed “E. D. White,” one page, 8 x 10, February 24, 1896. Letter to the Treasurer seeking a visit for a friend. In part: “My friend, Mrs. Austin, the wife of Judge Austin of Kansas City, is staying with me for a day or two. She is anxious to see the treasury Department. I do not know whether it will be possible for you to facilitate her to-day.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some light mirroring of signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

537. Titanic: Frank E. McGee. Ship’s surgeon on board the

Carpathia, who tended to Titanic survivors. Vintage ink signature, “Frank Eli Gee, CO., 2.6.12,” on an off-white 5 x 8 sheet of embossed Carpathia stationery. In fine condition, with uniform toning from previous display. Accompanied by a small chip of coal recovered from the boiler of the Titanic. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Outstandingly rare certificate signed by the Titanic’s captain on the rise from the helm of the SS Britannic 538. Titanic: Edward J. Smith. English naval officer (1850–1912) in command of the RMS Titanic, and one of the 1502 who died when the ship sank. Excessively rare DS, signed “E. J. Smith,” one page, 7.75 x 6, March 1, 1895. Certificate of discharge issued to F. G. Raddish, who served as second mate aboard the SS Britannic from February 6, 1895, to March 1, 1895, and was discharged in Liverpool. Printed near the bottom is a certification statement which reads, “I certify that the above particulars are correct and that the above named Seaman was discharged accordingly, and that the character described hereon is a true copy of the Report concerning the said Seaman.” Signed at the conclusion of the statement by Smith as the vessel’s master, and countersigned by a shipping representative. Discharge also bears two “V.G.” stamps in areas for character of conduct and ability, as well as an office stamp. A central vertical fold and toning to left edge from adhesive residue to reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Joining the White Star Line in March of 1880, Edward Smith quickly rose in status, receiving his first command of a passenger vessel just seven years later. Earning his Extra Master’s Certificate, joining the Royal Navy Reserve, and developing a remarkable rapport with the line’s elite passengers, many of whom would only travel under his care, he earned the nickname ‘Millionaires’ Captain,’ a title that would help decide his future assignments. Stepping on board the SS Britannic for the first time in 1884 and returning to command it several times throughout his career—including most of 1891–1895—Smith came to know the waters between the UK and New York like the back of his hand. His success on the Britannic helped him secure future commands of the newest and most impressive ships—the Baltic, the Adriatic, the Olympic, and finally, the Titanic. An incredibly rare document—only the third we have offered—signed by the Captain as his career steadily climbed. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

539. Alexis de Tocqueville. French political thinker and historian (1805–1859) best known for his works Democracy in America and The Old Regime and the Revolution. Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 4.75, no date. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and a rough bottom edge with slight show-through from writing to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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540. Cornelius Vanderbilt. American businessman and philanthropist (1843–1899) who succeeded his father and grandfather as head of the New York Central Railroad. His mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, ‘The Breakers,’ is among the largest and most lavish private residences ever constructed. Manuscript DS, signed “C. Vanderbilt,” one page, 7.75 x 9, July 1828. Itemized bill to Vanderbilt from James Gordon for boards, carpenters, a mason, and mules totalling $143.21, signed at the bottom by Vanderbilt, and also signed at the conclusion by Gordon indicating the bill was paid in full. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, stray ink marks to top, and scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Please let me know when you will put me in a position to terminate an affair which will turn out badly”

541. Francois Eugene Vidocq. French police official

(1775-1857) whose crimesolving techniques served as patterns for private detective agencies. He nowadays is considered by historians as the ‘father’ of modern criminology.

Scarce ALS in French, signed “Vidocq,” one page, 5 x 8, April 1. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In part (translated): “My client accuses me of negligence.

Please let me know when you will put me in a position to terminate an affair which will turn out badly because of the delay.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, some paper loss and mounting remnants along left edge, a bit of light soiling, and a catalog number written along the bottom edge.

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543. Robert Walpole. Brit-

ish statesman (1676–1745) generally regarded as the first Prime Minister of Great Britain. Manuscript DS, signed “Walpole,” one page, 9 x 12.5, August 11, 1730. Official pay order, in part: “Deliver and pay of such His Majestie’s Treasure as remains in your charge unto Francis Colman Esq…the sum of two hundred and seventy three pounds.” Signed in the right margin by Walpole, George Dodington, William Clayton, and William Yonge, and at the bottom by Lord Halifax (George Montagu).

Intersecting folds with slight edge separations, closely trimmed left edge, and large cancellation notation over the main text, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Let no opportunity pass to help others regardless of race or class”

542. Booker T. Washington. AQS on the correspondence side of an off-white 5.5

x 3.25 card, postmarked September 25, 1900. Washington writes, in full: “One of the best ways for any individual to help himself, is to let no opportunity pass to help others regardless of race or class. He receives most who gives most.” Signed at the conclusion, “Booker T. Washington.” Some light brushes to signature, a uniform shade of toning, and a light diagonal crease, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Weizmann uncharacteristically references the Zionist movement: “Our movement has grown so much..It is no longer the Chosen Ones who support the movement but a larger wave” 544. Chaim Weizmann. ALS in German, signed “Ch. Weizmann,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 7, Hotel Plaza Athenee letterhead, January 17, 1925. Weizmann, one of the founders of the modern Zionist movement and the first President of Israel, writes this important letter on the development of his efforts to a supporter in Wiesbaden. In part, loosely translated: “Our movement has grown so much it now comprises a cross-section of the Jewish Community. It is no longer the Chosen Ones who support the movement but a larger wave; therefore you can’t expect much. Sometimes it appears that you are working for people with whom you do not have a lot in common, but this is only an illusion…it is a long and difficult road, and only a few have trodden it. But the few who make it will carry the others.” In fine condition, with some trivial scattered toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Weizmann’s hand.

Weizmann letters with Zionist context of are rare. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wells and Fargo issue an 1864 American Express stock certificate 545. Henry Wells and William Fargo. DS one page both sides,

12 x 8.25, September 9, 1864. A nicely engraved certificate for two shares of capital stock in the American Express Company, issued to James D. Wasson of Albany, signed “Henry Wells” as president and “Wm. G. Fargo” as secretary. In very good condition, with vertical folds, scattered toning and two stamps to front. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Terrific twice-signed Westinghouse document to equip “locomotives and cars” with air brakes 546. George Westinghouse. Engineer and businessman (1846–1914)

best known for the invention of the air brake and for his energetic promotion of AC power distribution. DS, signed twice “Geo. Westinghouse,” three pages, 8 x 11, March 16, 1897. Agreement between the Westinghouse Air Brake Company, George Westinghouse, and the Westinghouse Manufacturing Company, in which the latter is granted “right and license to manufacture within the Dominion of Canada brake and train signaling apparatus covered by the patents of the parties of the first and second part hereto, and equip with the same locomotives and cars within said Dominion, and in the equipment of cars with said brakes and apparatus to license the purchasers thereof to use the same in the United States while the cars so equipped may be temporarily therein.” Signed twice at the conclusion by Westinghouse and countersigned by three other representatives. Document is stapled into its original 8.5 x 13 folder. Expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare, fully signed example of the Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder’s famous ‘Big Book’ 547. Bill Wilson. Signed

book: Alcoholics Anonymous. Second edition, first printing. NY: Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc., 1955. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 575 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint with his seldom-seen full signature, “Dear John Moorhouse, With this my everlasting gratitude that we have friends like you, Ever yours, Bill Wilson, NY, 10/15/59.” Autographic condition: fine, with a toned paperclip mark to top of signed page. Book condition: VG/VG+. Since AA came into being in 1935, the fellowship Wilson helped to create has helped millions to become sober—many historians consider him one of the greatest influences in the 20th century. When this second edition was released in 1955, one reviewer stated that the pages of the book were American legend and would ‘remain there, through the full history of man’s pursuit of maturity.’ All together, it is one of the best-selling books of all time, having sold 30 million copies. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Mormon leader falls victim to a scoundrel’s rubber check 548. Brigham Young. Endorsement signature, “Brigham Young,” on

the reverse of a manuscript check on an 8 x 5 lightly-lined sheet made out to him by John B. Price for £100, July 14, 1874. Accompanied by an ALS from Price to Young presenting the check in thanks for “the strenuous exertions you have put forward toward the elevation of the people of Utah. Not being a Mormon myself, I donate this.” Interestingly, Price was apparently quite a scoundrel—the letter bears a period notation: “John B. Price alias ‘Lord Littleton’… forwarded the Des[eret] National Bank for collection and sent to every bank in Denver—but no good—nothing but [a] bummer’s check. “ In very good condition, with heavy ink stroke cancellations to signature, intersecting folds (touching signature, though not affecting legibility), a revenue stamp affixed to the front, a few minor adhesive and mounting remnants, and scattered wrinkling and soiling. Despite the flaws, the signature is dark and fully visible beneath the cancellation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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549. John Jacob Astor, Jr

550. Cyrus A. Bartol

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552. John Vernou Bouvier III

553. O. H. Browning

554. Blanche Bruce

555. Elihu Burritt

556. Joseph Chamberlain

557. Cesar Chavez

558. Cesar Chavez

559. Mary Chu

560. Clementine Churchill

561. Jay Cooke

562. Denton Cooley and Michael DeBakey

563. Tex Cooper

564. Andrew G. Curtin

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551. David Ben-Gurion

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565. Caran d’Ache

566. Columbus Delano

567. William Dennison, Jr

568. DNA: Francis Crick

569. George F. Edmunds

570. Emancipation Letter

571. Explorers

572. William Fairbairn

573. Emily Faithfull MB $100

574. Prince Emanuele Filiberto

575. John B. Floyd

576. Henry Stuart Foote

577. Peter Force

578. Leon Gambetta

579. Lillian Gilbreth

580. John Parker Hale

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581. Nina Hamilton

582. Chaim Herzog

583. Thor Heyerdahl

584. Edmund Hillary

585. Conrad Hilton

586. Alger Hiss MB $100

587. Isabella Beecher Hooker

588. J. Edgar Hoover

589. J. Edgar Hoover

590. J. Edgar Hoover

591. Timothy Otis Howe

592. David Jackson

593. Helen Keller

594. Rose Kennedy

595. Ted Kennedy

596. James Kent

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597. King Wilhelm I

598. Daniel S. Lamont

599. John Hogarth Lozier

600. Guglielmo Marconi

601. Joseph McCarthy

602. Golda Meir

603. Golda Meir

604. James Meredith

605. Stephen Mix Mitchell

606. Jedidiah Morse

607. Elijah Muhammad

608. New York City Mayors

609. Callista O’Neill

610. John M. Palmer

611. Christabel Pankhurst

612. Rosa Parks

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613. Rosa Parks

614. Jerry S. Parr

615. George Peabody

616. William Pepperell, Sr

617. Emile Riviere

618. Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin

619. Bela Schick

620. Billy Sunday

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622. Supreme Court: Nathan Clifford

623. Supreme Court: David Davis

624. Supreme Court: Samuel Nelson

625. Henrietta Szold

626. Edward Teller

627. Edward Teller

628. Margaret Thatcher

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629. Margaret Thatcher

630. Margaret Thatcher

633. Titanic: William T. Stead

634. George Francis Train

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637. Robert Wadlow MB $100

641. Wu Tingfang MB $100

631. Margaret Thatcher MB $100

635. Gianni Versace MB $200

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636. Vice Presidents MB $100

638. Israel Washburn, Jr

639. Simon Wiesenthal

643. Richard Yates

644. Richard Yates

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642. Walter Wyckoff

632. Charles L. Tiffany

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military Scarce Kentucky cavalry appointment shortly after the start of the Civil War 645. Robert Anderson.

Union general (1805–1871) who commanded three United States forts: Castle Pinckney, Fort Moultrie, and Fort Sumter. In the face of South Carolina’s imminent secession, Anderson refused a formal demand for his surrender and in the early morning hours of April 12, 1861, Fort Sumter was bombarded, and the Civil War began. Partly-printed DS, one page, 7.5 x 9.75, September 23, 1861. An appointment for J. B. Alexander. In part, “Sir, by virtue of authority in me vested by the President of the United States, I hereby appoint you 1st Lieutenant of the 1st Regiment of Kentucky Calvary volunteers.” Signed at the conclusion by Anderson as brigadier general commanding. Document also bears a docketing notation to lower left. Diagonal creases to three corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

646. P. G. T. Beauregard. Florid ink signature, “G. T. Beauregard,

1884,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with light toning.

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647. P. G. T. Beauregard. Bank check, 8 x 2.75, filled out in

another hand and signed by Beauregard, “G. T. Beauregard,” payable to S. R. Proctor for $25.00, July 27, 1878. A two-cent revenue stamp is affixed to the top right corner. Matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 8. A central vertical fold, expected stamps.

A cancellation cut above signature, and light show-through from endorsement on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Optimism along Grant’s campaign trail 648. Orville E. Babcock.

Union general and private secretary to U. S. Grant (1835– 1 8 8 4 ) . A LS signed “O. E. Babcock,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, September 12, 1872. Letter regarding Grant’s campaign.

In part: “Our news is good—from Me. our friends tell us that it is simply a question of how much majority…Our news from Pa.—is brighter—our best informed friends still say we shall carry the state in Oct. I think so—Vermont is all right any way…The news from N. C. has not helped the Liberal cause—they are now crying fraud to cover their own acts. They sent two noted scamps there, Wm. P. Wood and Bloombury, the latter a pardoned perjurer, and now they cry fraud. Our friends from Ala. say she is good for 10,000 majority.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through second letter of the signature, and slight separation to bottom), and scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

649. P. G. T. Beauregard. Original 2.5 x 3.75 carte-de-visite photo by S. Anderson of New Orleans, signed below the image in black ink, “G. T. Beauregard 1866.” A trimmed bottom border and clipped top corner tips, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Request to President Johnson for the release of two former Confederate soldiers 650. Thomas E. Bramlette. Governor of Kentucky

who was elected in 1863 and guided the state through the latter part of the Civil War and the beginning of Reconstruction (1817–1875). ALS signed “Thos. E. Bramlette, Gov’r,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, June 10, 1865. Letter to President Andrew Johnson, requesting the release of Confederate soldiers. In part: “I know the two young men well—and am satisfied from my knowledge of them that they are sincere in their expressions…I respectfully recommend the immediate release of Allcorn & Hughes upon their taking the presented oath.” Also includes a letter addressed to President Johnson signed by Thomas W. Varnon and E. L. Van Woukle, in part: “John S. Hughes and J. W. Alcorn officers in the late rebel army, asking permission to take the oath and return to homes and their allegiance.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“You owe the Republic the use of your talents; to refuse would be a crime” 651. Jean-Baptiste Carrier. French revo-

lutionary (1756–1794) known for his exceptional violence and cruelty.

LS in French, signed “Carrier,” one page, 8.5 x 10.75, Les Representans du Peuple letterhead, no date.

Partly-printed LS informing Colliot that he is to become a member of the Council of the Department of Ile and Vilaine.

In part (translated): “We have no doubt that your patriotism will oblige you to accept a position occupied for too long by men unworthy of the name of ‘Republicans.’ You owe the Republic the use of your talents; to refuse would be a crime.” Intersecting folds, scattered creases, toning, and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Gettysburg hero ponders a foray into politics 652. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. Maine-

born Union major general (1828–1914) who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his defense of Little Round Top at Gettysburg. He later served as Governor of Maine and president of Bowdoin College. ALS, signed “Joshua L. Chamberlain,” two pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 9, November 18, 1899. Letter to Judge William Penn Whitehouse. In full: “I do not know what I can say to you on receiving your letter of this morning but something like what I said to Judge Symonds,—that I feel as if it does not matter so much now whether I receive any office or not; for the true prizes of life and the lasting reward of any possible well-doing are in such recognition and friendship as are witnessed by your generous letters, and ensured by what I know of the hearts beneath them. You set before me an ideal which, so far as opportunity remains, I shall strive to attain to. I think it almost unfortunate that the reserve of our conventional customs forbids us to express our friendly sentiments fully except upon sad or supreme occasions so I have to pray that such may be far off between us.” A uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. It is quite likely that Whitehouse had asked Chamberlain if he had any interest in the Republican congressional nominee for Thomas B. Reed’s seat in 1900. Reed had resigned on September 4, 1899, with his private secretary elected to complete his term. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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653. George A. Custer. Mailing envelope, 8 x 4, addressed in Custer’s hand to “Mrs. Genl. Custer, Monroe, Michigan.” Envelope bears four three-cent George Washington postage stamps, and a Fort Buford, Dak., postmark. Envelope is also docketed by Mrs. Custer in pencil, “Sept 6th, 1st Yellowstone.” Scattered creases and soiling, several small edge tears, and a torn right edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Disillusioned with congressional cutbacks 654. John A. Dahlgren. Naval leader (1809–1870) who headed the Union Navy’s ordnance department during the Civil War and developed a number of guns and cannons.

ALS signed “J. A. Dahlgren,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.75, US Navy letterhead, January 8, 1869. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “After some uncertain answers I asked the Secretary to day—he demurs to granting my request that you should be ordered here, because Congress had abolished the office of the Assistant, and ordering you might seem to be a contravention of the Congressional action.” In fine condition, with noticeable vertical and horizontal folds. Accompanied by an unsigned cardstock photo. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Archive from the protégé of John Paul Jones: “The gun boat I am to command will be launched in about three weeks” 655. Nathaniel Fanning. Officer (1755–1805) in the Continental Navy and later the United States Navy, who served on board Bonhomme Richard during its 1779 battle with HMS Serapis. Archive of seven ALSs signed “Nath’l Fanning,” written to his wife, Eliza, between January 18, 1804, and March 8, 1805. Many written from his new appointment in Charleston, South Carolina, and most discuss finances and arrangements for her to move there from New York. The earliest letter, three pages on two adjoining sheets, in part: “I write you from the place where the vessel is building, which I am to command; it is upon an island (called Daniels Island) six miles from Charleston…I am now boarding with the master builder of the boat…whose house is so much crowded at present as all the carpenters who are at work upon the gun boat board, and lodge with him…The gun boat I am to command will be launched in about three weeks…If my little family was here I could maintain them…in quite a genteel stile. What say you my Dear for coming as soon as a convenient opportunity offers. I am very anxious to see you and our little cherub.” Another letter, one page both sides, January 20, 1805, in part: “I think the prospect now begins to brighten, the clouds of adversity are dispersing fast, & the sunshine of prosperity is be inning to shed its mild influence upon the heads of our little family. And as we have been hand, in hand, through prosperity & the thorny paths of adversity, we are now once more fitted for prosperity.” In a letter of March 8, 1805, one page both sides, Fanning informs his wife of final arrangements for her moving, in part: “I have agreeable to your request agreed with a clever captain to bring my family out to this place…The looking glass I wish to have cased & brought with you…should you conclude after seeing Charleston to live in the place I wish you merely to bring out with you only such articles as you think we shall need at beginning again to keep house…you ask if it is sickly in Charleston in the summer season. I answer that it is generally more healthy than New York.” In overall very good condition, with fragile intersecting folds, some paper loss to edges, and scattered toning and soiling. Accompanied by an ALS from Eliza Fanning, one page, March 15, 1841, regarding “the Paul Jones prize money,” which had not yet been distributed to Fanning’s heirs. Serving under John Paul Jones, Fanning participated in the Battle of Flamborough Head wherein the Bonhomme Richard engaged the Serapis, resulting a surprising tactical victory for the Continental Navy and one of the most celebrated naval actions of the American Revolution. As captain of the Bonhomme Richard’s main fighting top, Fanning led the action which cleared Serapis’s deck and rigging of British seamen—of Fanning’s actions, Jones later said that he was he was “one cause among the prominent in obtaining the victory.” Of great historical importance is Fanning’s description of this battle in his memoirs, thought to have been written around 1801, which is accepted as the most complete and accurate account of the important battle. Fanning spent the rest of his career in the Navy, eventually being commissioned as a lieutenant on December 4, 1804; unfortunately, shortly after penning the final letters in this group, Fanning contracted yellow fever and passed in Charlestown on September 30, 1805. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 178 | November 13, 2013 | MILITARY

Twice-signed 1869 mortgage bond from the Confederate calvary commander 656. Nathan Bedford Forrest. DS, signed twice,

“N. B. Forrest,” one page both sides, 16.5 x 20, September 1, 1869. A handsomely engraved (including a vignette of black cotton workers) first mortgage bond for the Selma Marion Memphis Railroad Company in the amount of $1,000, signed at the conclusion by Forrest as the company’s president, and signed again on the reverse.

Thirty-three of the coupons remain attached at the bottom. Intersecting folds, some paper loss along central vertical fold, and expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“There is no one of Genl. Lee’s military family living” 657. George Washington Custis Lee.

Eldest son of Robert E. Lee, who served as a Confederate general and aide-de-camp to Jefferson Davis. ALS signed “G. W. C. Lee,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, May 3, 1897. Letter to Charles Sprague. In part: “I have just written to Maj. Jed. Hotchkiss to the effect that I shall be glad if he will write the Va. Chapter for the forth coming Confederate Military History. If he will not do it, there is Col. Chas S. Venable, who was one of my father’s Aides-de-Camp throughout the Civil War…Besides himself, Col. Chas. Marshall, Col. Walter Taylor, and Col. T. M. R. Talcott there is no one of Genl. Lee’s military family living. When you have found some one, please let me know, and I will give him some facts that have not been published.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I have forgotten the year in which Mr. Charles Lee was born, also the date of the birth of Judge Bushrod Washington” 658. Robert E. Lee. ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” one page, lightly-

lined, 5 x 6.5, October 9, 1868. Letter to Mr. Edwin James. In full: “I have forgotten the year in which Mr. Charles Lee was born, also the date of the birth of Judge Bushrod Washington, I have no records to which I can refer. By reference to Dr. Thos: Miller of Washington City who married the 2nd daughter of Mr. Lee, you may probably learn the date of the births of both gentlemen.”

Elaborately triple-matted and framed by the Kenneth R. Laurence Galleries with a color engraved portrait of Lee, a “Genealogy Chart of the Lees of Virginia,” and a descriptive plaque, with a subtle embossed ‘Tree of Life’ in the mat, to an overall size of 34.5 x 28.25. In fine condition, with a mild overall shade of toning to letter from previous display.

Within months of his surrender to Grant and the close of the Civil War, Robert E. Lee became the President of Washington College in Virginia, where he would remain until his death five years later.

During this time, he prepared a historical account of his life, working hard to leave behind clear and accurate genealogical records—this letter was seemingly written to obtain data for this project. He asks the recipient for the birth date of “Charles Lee,” most certainly referring to his uncle, brother of his father, ‘Light Horse Harry’ Lee. Charles Lee (1758-1815) was appointed U. S. Attorney General by President Washington in 1795, a post at which he remained until the end of John Adams’s term in 1801. Lee’s second inquiry is to obtain the date of birth of Bushrod Washington, George Washington’s favorite nephew and an Associate Justice of the U. S. Supreme Court for over 30 years. This request was in reference to his wife, Martha Washington’s great-granddaughter, Mary Anna Custis’s lineage. Working to create a clear account of his life and family tree, this letter gives us a glimpse into the topic that occupied the great general’s mind during his final years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Lee relies on past Confederate connections to secure his nephew a job: “Major Howard & Col: Clarke…you may have seen them on the lines around Richmond & Petersburg” 659. Robert E. Lee. ALS signed “R E Lee,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 7.5 x 9.5, October 2, 1869. Letter to his nephew John Mason Lee. In full: “ I recd this mrng your letter of the 27 ult: from Ravensworth enclosing telegram from Major Conway Howard. Last Summer I met Col: Clarke Esq. to whom I spoke about my desire to obtain a position for you. He said he had just recd a letter from Major Howard requesting him to send him an asst. of gentlemanly Character &c & he thought that you would answer his purpose as I knew that it had been some time since your attention had been given to Engineering & in view of the distance expense &c. I requested him to write to Major Howard, state the Case & get his answer. I presume Major Howard’s telegram to you is the result. Major Howard & Col: Clarke were Engineers of the Army of N.V. [Northern Virginia] & you may have seen them on the lines around Richmond & Petersburg.

The former was a great deal with Genl. A. P. Hill. Clarke said he wanted ten assistants. I have no doubt it is a good position. It will require work, energy & ability to succeed & I hope that you have all that. Howard has charge of one of the R. Roads in Texas—I have forgotten which.

The position to which Mr. Williams refers I presume is an Agency in the Insurance, or rather Life Assurance Compy, of which Mr. Fenber is the V. Pres: & Manager. It extends over the Southern States. It depends upon your preferences in a pursuit in Life. The life in Texas might be a rough one, but profitable, if you liked Engineering & qualified yourself for the position. Major Howard seems to want you at once & you would be justified from his Telegram to report to him. Fitz & your Mother will advise you what is best for you to do—I return telegram. All are well as usual & I am glad to hear that your Godmother is in her accustomed health. Give my love to all with you in which all with me unite.” In very good condition, with a few separations along intersecting folds, some light dampstaining, and some light rippling and creasing.

Having retired to Virginia where he was serving as president of Washington College, Lee here writes to his nephew, John Mason Lee, in regards to a job offer from a former Army of North Virginia comrade in Texas. Having begun his own military career in the Corps of Engineers, distinguishing himself as one of history’s greatest combat engineers, Uncle Lee’s advice on the subject was certainly valuable. In an attempt to secure a position for his nephew, Lee explored his connections to Confederate comrades Colonel John Clarke (previously Chief Engineer for the Department of South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida) and Major Conway Howard (former engineer under Lee’s great commander Ambrose Powell Hill, as mentioned in this letter). Both were important figures in this area of the war and continued their postwar careers in the rapidly growing railroad industry. Upon hearing of a possible assistant position with Howard in Texas, Lee advises John Mason, “The life in Texas might be a rough one, but profitable, if you liked Engineering & qualified yourself for the position.” In this letter, we see the fatherly side of Lee offering guidance to his nephew, speaking from his extensive experience in the field and with these men, encouraging him to take the position.

With both its personal tone and its incredible content—touching on three of the most important aspects of his life: engineering, comrades of the Confederacy, and his former home of Texas—this is a truly remarkable letter from the Rebel General. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Choice portrait of the Confederate commander presented to a Northerner “from his rebel cousin” 660. Robert E. Lee. Superb original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Vannerson and Jones of Richmond, Virginia, signed below the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee, Genl.”

A presentation inscription on the reverse reads, “Norman Walker from his rebel cousin David Walker.” In fine condition, with trivial creases to lower right corner touching the end of Lee’s rank. The three-quarter length photograph of Robert E. Lee, from which this oval bust image was taken, is in the Prints and Photographs Division of the Library of Congress which identifies the photographer as Jules Vannerson and the ‘Date Created/ Published’ as ‘1864 March.’ On October 2, 1865, Lee was inaugurated as President of Washington College, Lexington, Virginia. A fantastic example and dignified image of Lee, who is quite elusive in signed portraits from any period. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

661. Douglas MacArthur. TLS, one page, 7.5 x 9, February 9, 1955. Response to an admirer. In part: “Thank you so much for your cordial letter…It was thoughtful of you to write me as you have and I appreciate it more than I can say.”

In very good condition, with various blocks of light toning and slight foxing to lower right. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $150) 662. Nelson A. Miles. American sol-

dier (1839–1925) who is the only man to serve as an officer in the Civil War, Indian Wars, and SpanishAmerican War. TLS, one page, 4.25 x 7.5, Headquarters of the Army letterhead, December 14, 1901. Letter to Raphael J. Shortlidge.

In part: “If I were to make any suggestions to the young people mentioned by you, they would be that they should speak the truth at all times, and so control their thoughts and actions that they would feel that their motives and purposes were honorable and just. In this way they will always respect themselves and feel that they are entitled to the confidence and esteem of others.” Matted and framed with sheet music featuring an image of Miles to an overall size of 20 x 14.5. In fine conditon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“He, along with his comradesin-arms who died on Bataan and Corregidor and in prison camps, gave his life for his country” 663. Douglas MacArthur. TLS, one

page, 8 x 10.5, General Headquarters United States Army Forces, Pacific letterhead, October 11, 1945. Letter to John Piskorowski.

In part: “My deepest sympathy goes to you in the death of your son, Private Edward F. Piskorowski, who died in action against the enemy. You may have some consolation in the memory that he, along with his comrades-in-arms who died on Bataan and Corregidor and in prison camps, gave his life for his country. It was largely their magnificent courage and sacrifices which stopped the enemy in the Philippines and gave us the time to arm ourselves for our return from the Philippines and the final defeat of Japan.” Overall wrinkling, various light stains, and a slight brush to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Thanks ... for your suggestions re: markers etc. for the site of Drake’s landing in California” 664. Chester Nimitz. ALS signed “C. W. Nimitz,” one page, 7 x 7, personal letterhead, June 23, 1956. Nimitz writes to a gentleman in California. In part: “Thanks… for your suggestions re: markers etc. for the site of Drake’s landing in California.

The steps you propose for that historic site are already under consideration by the appropriate agencies.” Double-matted with a portrait to an overall size of 20 x 18. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The famed admiral sends a letter to the Chief Clerk of the Admirality 665. Horatio Nelson. Address leaf, 8.75 x 7 unfolded, with the address panel measuring 4.5 x 3, addressed by Nelson to “William Pearce Esq, Admirality, London,” and initialed in the lower left, “N & B.” Scattered light toning and soiling, paper loss to top and bottom edges from wax seal, and a couple of stamps, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Nelson of the Nile” sends “a copy of my letter to Sir Sydney Smith” 666. Horatio Nelson. Highly esteemed British admiral (1758–1805) best known for his participation in the Napoleonic Wars, during which, in the Battle of Trafalgar, he lost his life. ALS signed “Your obliged & faithful Bronte Nelson of the Nile,” one page, 7.25 x 9, March 28, 1800. Letter to Chevalier Malinski, in part: “I beg you to forward the enclosed…I send you a copy of my letter to Sir Sydney Smith more than a year past which you are perfectly to use.” Heavy overall foxing and soiling (not adversely affecting readability), otherwise very good condition. This letter was part of one of the most famous collections gathered in the mid-19th century by the noble Italian family Durazzo, and thus remained unpublished. A rare letter mentioning another of Britain’s most important naval officers, offered individually for the first time in 150 years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“No news in Washington, save that they are removing patients from all the churches & Lincoln rides out with a body guard”

667. J. B. Parker. War-dated ALS, three pages on two adjoining

sheets, 5 x 8, November 4, 1862. Letter to Dr. Henry McSherry. In part: “Have heard as yet nothing from Martinsburg. McClellan’s army is said to be advancing, expect to be able to hear before a great while.

It is the impression Lee will give battle near Winchester, at or near ‘Bunker Hill’…No news in Washington, save that they are removing patients from all the churches & Lincoln rides out with a body guard.”

In fine condition, with some scattered light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

668. Hiram Paulding.

Rear Admiral in the US Navy (1797–1878) who served from the War of 1812 through the Civil War. Partly-printed DS, signed “H. Paulding Cmdt,” one page, 8 x 9.75, April 21, 1863.

Naval order for Engineer Nelson H. Lawton to report to Paulding “for duty on the Boiler experiment of the Steam Sloop San Jacinto.” Signed at the conclusion by Paulding and countersigned by Gideon Welles. In very good to fine condition, with scattered toning and expected stamps and endorsements. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

669. Ottavio Piccolomini. Italian nobleman (1599–1656) whose military career included service as a Spanish general and then as a field marshal of the Holy Roman Empire. ALS in Italian, signed “Htz: di Amalfi,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 12, April 9, 1647.

Untranslated letter to his secretary regarding financial matters. Some slight staining affecting the signature and moderate showthrough from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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671. David D. Porter.

670. John J. Pershing. Vintage glossy 10.5 x 5.5 oversized post-

card photo of the SS Leviathan, signed on the right side in fountain pen, “John J. Pershing.” Also signed by Herbert Hartley, Howard P. Savage, and one other. Notation to left side reads, “Flag ship of the American Legion en route to convention in Paris 1927—the following men on board,” and another identifies Hartley as, “National Commander American Legion 1927.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of Pershing and Hartley on the deck of the ship.

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Admiral (1813–1891) who helped improve the Navy as the superintendent of the US Naval Academy after significant service in the American Civil War. Partly-printed DS one page, 8 x 13, August 19, 1865. Porter grants a four month leave of absence to an assistant engineer aboard the USS Penguin. Signed at the conclusion by Porter, with two endorsements in other hands near the bottom. Partial fold separations, some feathering to some of the ink, light mirroring of signature and some written text, and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

The future commander of Pickett’s Charge bolsters US defense in the hostile tribal territories of Washington 672. George E. Pickett. Rare ALS

signed “G. E. Pickett, Capt. 9th Infy, Comg Co. D,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, July 4, 1856.

Brief letter to Colonel H. K. Craig, Chief of Ordnance of the U. S. Army. In full: “I have the honor to enclose the return of Ordnance & ordnance stores pertaining to Compy ‘D’ 9th Infy.

For the 2nd Quarter 1856.” Nicely doublematted and framed with a seated portrait of Pickett and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 25.25 x 25. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a bit of scattered light toning and soiling.

For the year preceding this letter, George Pickett and his fellow officers of the 9th Infantry prepared themselves for Indian fighting on the far western frontier, learning infantry tactics, shooting target practice, and withstanding ‘physical toughening’ to prepare for the lengthy marches to come. When they finally arrived at Puget Sound, Washington, hostilities were at their peak, with the army indiscriminately exterminating Indians and tribes increasing their ambushes on unsuspecting bases. Responding to a call for a military post on Bellingham Bay, Pickett and his men set to work building Fort Bellingham in August of 1856; he would remain there for the next three years. A scarce, early letter from the soldier who would go on to lead the Confederate’s infamous charge at Gettysburg, changing the course of the Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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The French ambassador raves about America in 1831

673. Louis Serurier. French Consul General (1775-1860) in Washington from 1810–1815 and envoy from 1831–1835. ALS in French, to Louis Bignon (1771-1841) former Foreign Minister of France, signed “Serurier,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, June 5, 1831.

Crisply-penned lengthy letter to an unidentified recipient. In part (translated): “I have found in Washington the welcome that could be expected for a former minister of Napoleon dismissed for defending the Nationality Principle. Never have the two nations, since 1778, been more warmly united than they have become since the Revolution of July 1830 in France...The prosperity of these United States, and its progress, are amazing. Everything works at a pace barely imaginable in Europe...I find every great city on the coast has doubled in size (since 1815)...This natural and human great scenery is so beautiful for the eyes...but it has also however some shadows. Some serious problems have arisen on the tariffs of the National Bank, on the use of excess revenues, on the date the national debt should be paid and especially about the election of the future President. The session of next December will probably complicate the divisions within the Republican Party. These divisions within the party have increased since the last war that brought it absolute power with no sharing...Meanwhile, at the end of May I will make an excursion to Virginia. I have received from the sage of America Mr. Madison the president at the time of my first mission the invitation to visit him in his beautiful retreat of Montpelier. Mrs. Madison has written on that occasion a charming letter to Mme Seruier. We will profit from that trip to also vist Mount Vernon and Monticello where Washington and Jefferson lived. Also the famous caves called Madison also the natural bridge the eighth marvel of America. This will be at most of 3 weeks and I expect many advantages and pleasures Mr Madison is a very old man, now 85 but he has kept all his faculties and a grateful America consults him on every important occasion.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a uniform shade of mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

674. C. R. P. Rodgers. US naval officer (1819–1892) who served in the Mexican-American

War, the American Civil War, and as superintendent of the Naval Academy. LS, one page, lightlylined, 7.75 x 10, Navy Department letterhead, March 25, 1873. Letter to Chief Engineer William W. W. Wood. In part: “On the reporting of your relief…you will regard yourself detached from the Navy Yard, New York, proceed to Washington City, and report, in person, at the Department.”

Expected stamps and notations, some scattered feathering to ink, and a horizontal fold through signature, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an original unsigned carte-de-visite. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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“I gave her only what I considered proper warning ‘The rule of the War’” 675. George Henry Preble. ALS signed “Geo Henry Preble,” four pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, December 15, 1869.

Letter to Benjamin Lossing. In part: “I glanced for the first time this A.M. at your notices of the Oreto affair in your ‘Civil War’ and thank you for your recognition of the ‘cruel injustice’ that was done me by my dismissal, and which has not yet been entirely rectified to my satisfaction—I think however you might injustice to me qualify one of your statements—that while ‘waiting a few moments to see what to do’—she escaped etc—It is not one of my traits. No my dear Sir, I gave her only what I considered proper warning ‘The rule of the War’ as I considered it then & do now, and which I should follow under similar circumstances again—I have always considered I was very prompt in firing into her in three minutes & indeed as you will see even sooner for the third shot was aimed at her forefast.” In fine condition. The English-built Oreto was christened the C.S.S. Florida, a commerce raider and blockade runner. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

676. Edward W. Serrell. Engineer for the Union during the Civil War (1826–1906) known

for his work on the ‘Marsh Battery’ during the Second Battle of Charleston Harbor. War-dated ALS signed “Edward W. Serrell, Col. Vol. Engrs,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.5, January 17, 1862. Letter to Assistant Quartermaster Captain Hascall. In part: “There will be wanted in addition to the material for the pier which you have already been informed the following Iron bolts. 400 one inch round bolts with heads and nuts, 120 one & a quarter inch round iron bolts with nuts without heads.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

677. William T. Sherman. Ink signature, “W. T. Sherman, General,” on an off-white card. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Sherman in uniform to an overall size of 10.75 x 16.5. In fine condition, with uniform toning to card. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“As the Govr seemed to lay great stress on the Negro troops I thought it would be grand to have one like yourself. Enthusiastic in the Cause” 678. William T. Sherman. War-dated ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, Maj Genl,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, Headquarters, Military Division of the Mississippi letterhead, October 29, 1864. Letter to Colonel Isaac F. Shepard. In full: “I regret exceedingly that you were not promoted and confirmed as appointed. As the Govr seemed to lay great stress on the Negro troops I thought it would be grand to have one like yourself. Enthusiastic in the Cause. As to trading across lines, it is simply impossible. We cannot count on bread & meat, much less recruiting. I must now prohibit all trade as impracticable. Wishing you all kind of good luck, and advising you to try the service again, assuring you it is not half over yet.” Replaced top upper blank of page and last word of letterhead, otherwise fine condition.

In the midst of his 1864 march through Georgia as commander of the Military Division of the Mississippi, Sherman wrote to Colonel Isaac Shepard to express his disappointment in Shepard’s missed promotion. Commander of the 52nd U.S. Infantry, Colored, from 1863 onwards, Shepard served as ranking regimental officer of all colored troops in the Union. A fierce abolitionist, intolerant of hostile treatment towards his troops by white Union soldiers, he had received severe scrutiny after an incident in May of 1863; when a member of the 10th Illinois Cavalry went on a drunken rampage—attacking a black private, breaking in to a slave cabin, attempting to rape a ten-year old girl there and attacking her family members (including her mother and grandmother)—Shepard apprehended the man and ordered him to be whipped by two black soldiers. In response he was removed from his command while the matter was investigated, held up in court for a lengthy period defending his actions and testifying to the countless racially motivated atrocities committed against his troops. Though the charges were eventually dismissed by Grant, Shepard had missed his opportunity to lead his men at Milliken’s Bend, and failed to secure the following promotion, which Sherman “regret[ted] exceedingly.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Scarce offering from the Operation Valkyrie leader 679. Claus von Stauffenberg. German

officer (1907–1944) who was one of the leading members of the failed plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler as part of Operation Valkyrie.

He was executed by firing squad after the failure of the operation. Scarce DS in German, signed in pencil, “Graf Stauffenberg,” one page, 8.25 x 6, January 30, 1936. A residence permit for Eduard Krajewski, “an unwed police constable belonging to Squadron No. 1 since July 1, 1934 and now residing in Vahrenwaldstrasse No. 46.” Signed at the conclusion by Stauffenberg on behalf of the Major and Chief of the Squadron.

Document also bears a circular Hannover Cavalry School stamp next to signature. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. An outstanding document from the man behind one of the most fascinating stories of World War II. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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680. William L. Ames

681. B-2 Pilots

682. William Belknap

683. C. H. Bell

684. Pappy Boyington and Mike Kawato

685. Pappy Boyington

686. Don Carlos Buell

687. George Cadwalader

688. William P. Carlin

689. Henri J. G. Clarke MB $100

690. Confederate Soldier’s Letter

691. John M. Cuyler

693. Enola Gay

694. Enola Gay

695. Enola Gay

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692. James H. Doolittle MB $100

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696. Enola Gay: Dutch Van Kirk

697. Gustavus V. Fox MB $200

698. Gabreski, Mahurin, and Johnson

699. Iwo Jima

700. Husband E. Kimmel

701. Douglas MacArthur

702. Randolph B. Marcy

703. John H. Martindale

704. Edward York McCauley

705. Memphis Belle

706. Military

707. Military Aviators

708. Ormsby Mitchel

709. Mountbatten of Burma

710. James Nagle

711. Henry M. Naglee

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712. Chester Nimitz

713. William Pepperell, Jr

714. John J. Pershing

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717. Prince Robert, Duke of Chartres

718. Eddie Rickenbacker

719. Stephen C. Rowan

720. Truman Seymour

721. Adam J. Slemmer

722. Joseph B. Smith

723. James H. Van Alen

724. Franz von Hipper

725. John E. Wool

726. World War II

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715. David D. Porter MB $200

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716. Francis Gary Powers

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space & aviation 728. Clement Ader. French engineer (1841–1925) best known for his pioneering work in aviation. Rare ALS in French, signed “Ct Ader,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 6.5, Villa Labourdette letterhead, February 12, 1921. An important letter to Jacques Mortane, an early champion of aviation who wrote about Ader, evoking his awakening to engineering: “I see that the article you plan for ‘La vie au grand air’ is a retrospective interview. I must say that what you ask has happened such a long time ago (about 65 years) and when it happened it did not call much attention and was soon forgotten. I retold this story ten years ago at a dinner. Today, the attention given to this would be much greater and it could become news again, if this is what you are after. I could write about 150 lines and it would make a nice addition in the collection that you propose to gather.”

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce First Day Cover with a Moon landing cancellation 729. Apollo 11. FDC bearing a July 20, 1969, Moon Landing cancellation, and a September 9, 1969, Washington, D. C. cancellation, signed in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong, in blue ink by Buzz Aldrin, and in black felt tip by Michael Collins, adding “Apollo XI,” under his signature. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Astronaut Central for the Collins’ signature, showing Collins signing the cover. Uncommon in this form, as the Apollo 11 crew long refused to sign any type of covers. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The Apollo 11 and 8 crews sign off on an important Atlas rocket briefing 730. Apollo 11 and 8. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, March 27, 1968. A printed “Agenda for Astronaut Briefing on S-II Stage,” signed in various inks on the first page by Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, Buzz Aldrin, James Lovell, Frank Borman, Bill Anders, and Jerry Carr. Each astronaut’s signature has been identified in another hand; the second page also bears several descriptive notations, evidently made at the time of the briefing. Light soiling and handling wear (including staple holes), creases to lower right blank area, and slightly irregular ink flow to Anders’s signature, otherwise fine condition. On this day, the astronauts were briefed on the status of the S-II, the second stage of the Saturn V rocket built by North American Aviation. The topics included the emergency detection system, structures and insulation, propulsion and mechanical systems, as well as instrumentation and electrical systems.

Among those in attendance—the complete crews of Apollo 8 and Apollo 11—was Neil Armstrong. Each astronaut would eventually rely on the S-II, which used liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen, to propel them through the upper atmosphere. Based on the date of this document, this agenda specifically referred to S-II-2, which carried cameras to record first stage separation and identify any potential problems, with enhanced versions of the same system used throughout Apollo. The dangers of space flight and aviation were brought home to the astronauts on the same date as this document, as it was the same day cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin was killed in a training accident. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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731. Apollo 12.

Apollo 12 ‘Type 1’ insurance cover, 6.5 x 3.5, with a cachet of the Apollo 12 mission emblem with navy wings underneath, bearing a November 14, 1969, Kennedy Space Center postmark, signed in black felt tip by Charles Conrad, Dick Gordon, and Alan Bean. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

734. Neil Armstrong.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Butch, Good luck, Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with Armstrong writing over the beginning of a previously unsuccessful beginning of his inscription. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

735. Neil Armstrong.

732. Neil Armstrong. Always desirable uninscribed

color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, boldly signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple small creases to background at the top. Uninscribed photos of Armstrong represent one of the most coveted prizes in the entire field of space collecting. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Early Armstrong signature while serving at Kokee

Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Armstrong posing in front of his X-15, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To the Brothers of Kansas Alpha, All the best, Neil Armstrong,” adding a small abbreviation above his signature. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

733. Neil Armstrong. Mailing envelope with a typed return address of the Air Force Kokee Station and a March 22, 1965, Waimea, postal cancellation, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Armstrong, as well as seven other NASA employees. In fine condition. Armstrong served at Kokee while he was CAPCOM for Gemini 3. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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After reaching the moon ‘in peace for all mankind,’ the astronaut works to spread goodwill on earth through the Peace Corps 736. Neil Armstrong. TLS, two pages, 8 x 10.5, Peace Corps letterhead, July 7, 1970. Letter to William A. Toomey of Laguna Beach. In part: “Thank you for attending the initial meetings of the new Peace Corps National Advisory Council...

As a Council, I believe we are off to an extremely good start in pinpointing the really important problems facing the agency. The minutes of the meeting are now being edited and will be sent to you shortly. As you will recall, we agreed that appointment of an Executive Committee of the Council would facilitate our operations. I have asked the following members to serve in this capacity: Mrs. Ahmanson, Los Angeles; Mark Evans, Washington; William Liedtke, Houston; and Erich Segal, New Haven. This committee will meet in Washington soon to discuss imminent matters. Specifically we will be considering how often the Council should meet, plans for regional meetings, and evaluation trips overseas. If you have comments, agenda items, or if you are anticipating a trip out of the country this summer and could give time to visiting a Peace Corps country, please get in touch with Betty Williams, who will serve as our staff coordinator at Peace Corps/Washington. I am sorry to report that Bill Cosby has resigned from the Council due to pressures of a greatly increased filming schedule. Thank you again. I am looking forward to seeing you again in the near future.” In fine condition, with a light crease to the upper right corner of the second page and a light strip of toning to the bottom of the first page.

Though Armstrong’s most notable achievement was the historic moon landing in 1969, it was certainly not his only one. This letter highlights a rarely discussed humanitarian endeavor of the man on earth: his active involvement in the US Peace Corps. Stepping into the position of Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee for the organization just one year after the moon landing, Armstrong spent a great deal of time visiting underprivileged nations, seeking out ways to strengthen America’s relationship with the rest of the world. Joining the likes of famed comedian Bill Cosby (who Armstrong notes had to unfortunately resign due to his filming schedule), he hoped to use his newfound celebrity to bring attention to the worthy cause. This letter to Olympic gold medalist Bill Toomey, who led a sports division of the Peace Corps, shows Armstrong’s dedication to the cause. A rare letter giving voice to an under-appreciated venture in the legend’s life. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

737. Alan Bean. Original artwork by Chris Calle entitled, ‘In Peace for All Mankind,’ colored pencil on hot press illustration board, 15 x 12.5, depicting two astronauts planting the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in the upper border in pencil, “A great moment in human exploration. ‘We came in peace for all mankind.’ Alan Bean Apollo 12 LMP,” and also signed by the artist Chris Calle. Matted and framed to an overall size of 25.25 x 22.75. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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738. Edward Emerson Barnard. American astronomer (1857–

1923) best known for his discovery of Barnard’s Star in 1916, which is named in his honor. Vintage 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Root of Chicago, signed in the lower border in black ink, “E. E. Barnard, Astronomer.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface bends and impressions and slight mounting remnants to reverse.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

739. Challenger: Judy Resnik. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Resnik in her blue flight suit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Best wishes to Steve and Jacqulyn! Judy Resnik.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

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Official NASA portrait of the tragic Challenger crew

740. Challenger. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the crew of Mission 51-L in their blue flight suits holding their helmets, signed in black felt tip and ink by all seven crew members: Ellison Onizuka, S. Christa McAuliffe, Greg Jarvis, Judy Resnik, Mike Smith, Dick Scobee, and Ronald E. McNair. In fine condition, with some light bends and creases. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. An uncommon, and sobering remembrance of one of the darkest days in the history of space flight.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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741. Bean, Lovell and Borman. Color limited edition 20.5 x 24 print entitled ‘Homeward Bound,’ numbered AP38/50, signed in pencil

by James Lovell and Frank Borman, both adding their mission under their signatures, and also signed in pencil by the artist, astronaut Alan Bean. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

742. Scott Carpenter. Original artwork by Chris Calle entitled, ‘Space Explorer and

Constellation Argo Navis,’ mixed media on hot press illustration board, 17.5 x 13.75, depicting Scott Carpenter in his space suit and an image of the constellation, signed in the lower border in pencil, “Scott Carpenter, Mercury 7 Astronaut,” and also signed by the artist Chris Calle. Matted and framed to an overall size of 28 x 24.5. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

743. Challenger: Scobee and Onizuka.

Commemorative cover with a color silk cachet honoring the space shuttle, signed in black ink and ballpoint by Dick Scobee, Ellison Onizuka, Loren Shriver, Steve Nagel, Brewster Shaw, and Robert Stewart. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

745. Michael Collins. Orig-

inal watercolor painting titled ‘The Inspection,’ 15 x 11, showing a NASA jet high above the Kennedy Space Center, with the Space Shuttle on the launch pad in the distance, signed in black ink, “Michael Collins V ’05.” Double–cloth-matted and framed with Apollo 11 and NASA patches to an overall size of 23 x 23. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

746. Michael Collins. Origi-

744. Michael Collins. Original artwork by Chris Calle entitled, ‘Apollo XI Mission Recovery,’ mixed media on hot press illustration board, 13.5 x 18, depicting the splashdown of Apollo 11, signed in the lower border in pencil, “Three good ones—Michael Collins, Apollo XI CMP,” and also signed by the artist Chris Calle. Double-suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.75 x 25.25. In very fine condition.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Astronaut Central.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

nal watercolor painting titled ‘Tminus Twelve,’ 15.5 x 11.5 showing the Shuttle shortly before its lift-off and bathed in bright spotlights, signed in black ink, “Michael Collins IV ’05.” Doublecloth-matted and framed with an Apollo 11 patch to an overall size of 23.25 x 23.5. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace. While Collins’s artwork is accessible, few pieces are spacerelated. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Flown Skylab mission patch 747. Charles Conrad. Flown Skylab I patch, 3.5˝ in diameter, carried on Skylab during Conrad’s 1973 mission. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Conrad which reads, “This Skylab I patch was flown aboard Skylab I with us during the period May 25th to June 22nd, 1973. Charles Conrad, Jr., Cdr. Skylab I”; and a color 8 x 10 photo of Conrad during training, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Dr. Parish, I hope you enjoy the memorabilia from my space flights. With best wishes, Charles Conrad, Gemini V & XI, Apollo XII, Skylab I.” The patch, letter, and photo are all triple-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 28 x 23. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The first four cosmonauts proudly pose together

750. Glenn Curtiss.

Cover from Curtiss’s hometown of Hammondsport, New York, honoring the 20th anniversary of his first pre-announced public flight, boldly signed in black ink, “Glenn H. Curtiss.” Envelope also bears a Hammondsport postmark from July 4, 1928. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of a Curtiss biplane. Curtiss’s flight of July 4, 1908, went a distance of 5,080 feet and earned him the Scientific American Trophy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

748. Cosmonauts. Vintage glossy 6 x 4.25 photo

of the first four cosmonauts, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Gagarin,” “Nikolayev,” “Popovich,” and “Titov.” Reverse is also signed and inscribed in black ink by Gagarin, and dated October 16, 1963. In very good condition, with a vertical crease to right side, a tack hole to top, some scattered light surface marks, soiling to reverse, and slight brushing to a couple of signatures. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

749. Amelia Earhart. Su-

perior vintage fountain pen signature, “Amelia M. Earhart,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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751. John Glenn. Original artwork by Chris Calle entitled, ‘John

Glenn—1962’ mixed media on hot press illustration board, 12.5 x 11.75, depicting Glenn in his Mercury space suit, signed in the lower border in pencil by Glenn and also signed by the artist Chris Calle.

Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 24 x 23. In fine condition, with a small area of surface loss to lower left. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

752. Gus Grissom.

Astronaut (1926–1967) who perished in a flash fire during a test of the Apollo 1 command module that also claimed the lives of Roger Chaffee and Ed White.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Grissom in a jacket and tie, a Mercury 7 pin on his lapel, signed in black ink, “Virgil I. Grissom.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Seeking TAT photos of Anne for her upcoming publication

753. Charles Lindbergh. TLS signed “Charles (A. Lindbergh),” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, Planorbe letterhead, August 14, 1971. Letter to TWA Chairman Charles C. Tillinghast. In part: “Would you be good enough to pass this letter on to whomever has charge of the TWA historical photographs…Starting next year, my wife will publish several volumes of ‘Diaries and Letters.’ In these, there will be considerable mention of Transcontinental Air Transport, one of TWA’s root companies…If they are available, she would like to carry some photographs of the inauguration of TAT, in 1929. The best photos for her purpose would show one of the Ford tri-motors with passengers boarding or disembarking. Any photographs in which she is shown would be helpful.”

Matted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and two office stamps to bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

754. Thaddeus Lowe. American bal-

loonist (1832–1913) whose Union balloon corps tracked enemy movements, known as the father of military aerial reconnaissance in the United States.

Rare ALS signed “T. S. C. Lowe,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, no date. In full: “I find that it will be night tomorrow before I get to Chicopee as some of our trustees want to meet me at my office tomorrow morning. I shall bring some parties to see the ice works operate.” In fine condition, with a Lowe office stamp to top edge and a single vertical fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Apollo 13’s intended lunar trajectory plotting chart

755. James Lovell and Fred Haise. NASA Apollo 13 Translunar/Transearth Trajectory Plotting chart, 24 x 20, first edition, March 16, 1970, signed in blue ballpoint, “James Lovell,” and “Boom! April 13, 1970, 10:08 EST moon landing aborted, Fred Haise Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition, with a bit of light foxing to lower left corner. Rolled. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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756. Mercury 7. Color

vintage 10 x 8 NASA photo, signed and inscribed in blue and black ink by four, “Best regards to Lillian Stutz—from the Mercury Astronauts— Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” “Scott Carpenter,” “J. H. Glenn, Jr.,” and “D. K. Slayton.”

Photo also bears autopen signatures of Gus Grissom, Gordon Cooper, and Wally Schirra. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

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Outstanding complete set of moonwalkers’ official NASA photos 757. Moonwalkers. Exceptional

collection of color NASA photos of all twelve moonwalkers, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed in ink by the astronaut pictured, some inscribed.

Signers are: Buzz Aldrin (ins), Neil Armstrong (ins; trimmed to 8 x 9.75), Alan Bean (ins), Gene Cernan (ins), Charles Conrad, Charlie Duke, Jim Irwin (ins), Edgar Mitchell, Harrison Schmitt, Dave Scott, Alan Shepard (ins), and John Young (ins). In overall fine to very fine condition, with aforementioned trimmed top edge and paperclip impression to the Armstrong photo. Comprehensive descriptions of individual photos are available online at RRAuction.com. In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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761. STS-7.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Challenger crew, signed in black felt tip

by Sally Ride, Bob Crippen, John Fabian, Rick Hauck, and Norm Thagard, who inscribes to Al. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Steve Zarelli. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

758. Mercury Astronauts.

Commemorative cover honoring the second man orbit shot and a missle fired from Cape Canaveral, signed vertically in blue and black ink, “Alan B. Shepard,” “Donald K. Slayton,” “Leroy S. Cooper, Jr.,” “W. M. Schirra, Jr.,” “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” and “J. H. Glenn, Jr.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

759. Alan Shepard.

Color 12.75 x 18.5 composite print with images of Shepard and Slayton in their space suits and a rocket launch, signed and inscribed in silver ink, “To Bobbie Slayton, with appreciation for all your effort on expanding the legacy which Deke left us—Alan Shepard 5/30/96.” Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 26. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

762. Mercury Astronauts. Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring space vehicles, with two additional cachets on the reverse honoring Apollo 11, signed on the front in blue and black ink by “J. H. Glenn, Jr,” “Donald K. Slayton,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” and “M. Scott Carpenter.” Cover also bears autopen signatures of Wally Schirra and Gordon Cooper, as well as a secretarial Alan Shepard signature. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Stirring photo of man’s first flight 760. Orville Wright. Vintage 5.5 x 4.5 cardstock photo of the

Wright Brothers’s first flight, captioned at the bottom ‘First Man-Flight, December 17, 1903, Kitty Hawk, N. C.,’ signed by Orville in fountain pen in the lower left. In very good condition, with scattered edge and corner creases and some mild foxing to left edge and background.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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763. Orville Wright. Original vintage 1935 pencil sketch of Wright

by M. H. Herrin on an off-white 9.25 x 11.75 sheet of artist’s cardstock, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Orville Wright.” Light scattered creases and soiling, and tape to borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautifully presented check and original Flyer fabric

764. Orville Wright. Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, payable to The Gilbert Winchel Lumber Co. for $2.30, July 25, 1917. Nicely matted and framed against a 19.5 x 15.5 reproduction photo of the first flight, along with a small swatch of original fabric from the original Wright Flyer, flown on December 17, 1903, to an overall size of 22 x 18. A vertical fold through a single letter of signature, a crease to right edge, and cancellation holes above first name of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Orville signs the release for an unclaimed $25,000 flight prize 765. Orville Wright. Carbon DS, signed in ink, “Orville Wright,” as Chairman of the Contest Committee, National Aeronautic Association of U.S.A., one page, 8.5 x 14, October 29, 1928. Document reads, in part: “W.E. Easterwood, Jr…trusted with the Dallas Trust and Savings Bank a prize in the sum of $25,000.00 to be given to the first aviator making a successful flight from Dallas, Texas, to Hong Kong, China, or vice versa, by airplane within a period of three hundred hours without making more than three stops in said flight, said flight to be made at any time between the first day of August, 1927 and midnight of September 15, 1928, Dallas time…there has been no successful contestant…[NAA] does hereby authorize…said Dallas Trust and Savings Bank to return said $25,000.00 to said W.E. Easterwood, Jr.” Signed at the conclusion by Wright, and also signed by secretary C. F. Schory, and notary public H. S. Miller; and a TLS, signed “Orville Wright,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, October 30, 1928. Letter to C. F. Schory reads, in full: “I am enclosing herewith the release form from the Dallas Trust and Savings Bank for the Easterwood prize. I see your signature is required.” In fine condition, with a notary seal to bottom of document, and a couple of small pencil notations to both. Accompanied by a blank two-page entry form for the Dallas to Hong Kong flight contest, as well as a similar entry form for a contest for a Dallas to Rome flight.

Following his service in World War I, Colonel William Edward Easterwood adopted Dallas as his hometown and became the city’s official greeter—and unofficial ‘goodwill ambassador’—using his wealth and charm to turn a spotlight on his city. An aviation enthusiast and member of the NAA himself, he began offering prizes for record flights to or from Dallas: Rome to Dallas, Dallas to Hong Kong, and the first one-stop flight from Paris to New York to Dallas (completed in 1930 by the French Flyers Coste and Bellonte). Unfortunately, only the Paris-Dallas flight was achieved, leaving the other prize money unclaimed. Confirming that “there has been no successful contestant,” Orville returns the $25,000 to the Texas spokesman. An interesting set of papers highlighting the adventurous spirit of early American aviation. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 200 | November 13, 2013 | SPACE & AVIATION

766. Buzz Aldrin and Dolores Black

767. Buzz Aldrin

768. Buzz Aldrin

769. Buzz Aldrin

770. Buzz Aldrin

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773. American MOL Astronauts

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774. Apollo-Soyuz

775. Apollo-Soyuz

776. Aviation

777. Aviation

778. Gene Cernan

779. Gene Cernan

780. Michael Collins

781. Charles Conrad

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782. Charles Conrad

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784. Alexander de Seversky

785. Charlie Duke

786. Charlie Duke

787. Ron Evans

788. Pete Everest

789. John Glenn

790. John Glenn

791. John Glenn

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793. Fred Haise and Gene Kranz

796. James Lovell

797. Glenn L. Martin

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783. Gordon Cooper

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798. Moonwalkers: Aldrin and Duke

799. NASA Flight Controllers

800. Forrest S. Petersen

801. Sally Ride

802. Sally Ride

803. Harrison Schmitt

804. Alan Shepard

805. Alan Shepard

806. Space Shuttle Astronauts

807. Space Shuttle Astronauts

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809. Valentina Tereshkova and Valery Bykovsky

810. Valentina Tereshkova

811. Robert M. White

812. X-1

813. X-1

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art & literature 814. Horatio Alger. Ameri-

can author (1832– 1899) best known for his popular Victorian ‘rags to riches’ dime novels. ALS signed “Horatio Alger, Jr,” one page, lightlylined, 4.5 x 6.5, July 22. Brief letter to an admirer. In part: “Your letter was forwarded to my summer home here…I am glad to comply with your request.” Double-matted and framed with an image of two of Alger’s characters to an overall size of 15.25 x 12.5. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

815. Alexander Archipenko. Ukrainian

abstract sculptor (1887– 1964) who veered away from the traditional form of neo-classical sculpture to implement the use of negative space to depict the human form, allowing for multiple, simultaneous views of his work.

ALS in French signed “A. Archipenko,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, February 22, 1963. Archipenko writes to a gallery owner agreeing to meet him. Intersecting folds, one passing through a single letter of the signature, light creasing, some trivial toning, and a pencil notation to the top right corner, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

816. James M. Barrie. Scot-

tish author and dramatist (1860– 1937) best known for the classic children’s play Peter Pan. ALS signed “J. M. Barrie,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, October 20, 1894. Letter to “Willard.” In part: “If you are sending my money before the end of next week you may as well send it here, but if after that stick to Garrick Club…If you have got that portrait of yourself you promised me I wish you would send it.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 204 | November 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

817. Eugene Berman. Russian painter and designer (1899–1972).

Signed book: Imaginary Promenades in Italy. Limited edition of 850 copies (this being No. 515). NY: Pantheon, 1956. Hardcover with slipcase, 8.75 x 11.25. Signed on the colophon in black ink, “E. Berman.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

818. Rudolf Binding and Ernst Junger. Four items:

Printed poem entitled ‘An die Kunstler (To the Artists).’ One of a separate printing of 150 copies, signed and inscribed in red ink to fellow poet Rudolf Alexander Schroder by Binding; ANS,in pencil, signed “Rlf. B,” 1937, most likely to Rudolf Schroder, in full (translated): “Of course I forgot to say that nightly, every night, I read your poems here. The childhood book has already been ‘consumed’ with pleasure”; a four-page photocopy of Binding’s handwritten speech, a panegyric in honor of Schroder on the occasion of Schroder’s reception of an award in Bremen on January 25, 1938; and a reproduction on Japanese kozo fiber paper of Binding’s handwritten poem ‘Schlaf ein, O Mond.’ Notation at the end reads: “Easter 1938. Completed for E. J.” Written on the cover, “E. J.” (probably Ernst Junger) writes in pencil: “With gratitude and greetings from E. J. Kusnacht 1938.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

819. William Cullen Bryant. AQS on an

off-white 6.25 x 4 album page, signed “WIlliam Cullen Bryant,” dated October 7, 1893. Bryant pens the final stanza of ‘The Crowded Street.’ In full: “These struggling tides of life, that seem / In wayward, aimless course to tend, / Are eddies of the mighty stream / That rolls to its appointed end.” Scattered foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“The moment for the great conflict has arrived,” declares the Romantic poet as he joins the revolution in Greece 820. Lord Byron. Four untranslated LSs in Italian addressed to Greek patriot Giorgio Vitali, three signed “Noel Byron, Pair d’Angleterre” and one initialed “N. B.,” each one page, approximately 8 x 10, dated between June 30 and July 12, 1823. All four were written while Byron was making his final preparations for his voyage to Greece and are penned in the hand of Count Pietro Gamba, Byron’s secretary and the brother of his mistress, Contessa Teresa Guiccioli. In his first letter, dated June 30, Byron declines an offer of passage in Vitali’s ship and explains that he has already hired an English brig for the voyage. In the second, dated July 7, Byron reschedules his departure to July 12 and recognizes the “momento del forte conflitto.” The third, dated July 9, informs Vitali that in order to not lose a moment of time, Byron has resolved to stop just briefly at Leghorn to take him and an English gentleman [James Hamilton Browne] on board, and asks Vitali to tell his compatriots to have any dispatches or instructions related to his mission prepared and ready for his arrival. In the final letter, dated July 12, Byron again delays his departure, now to July 14, and reiterates that while passing through Leghorn they should not drop anchor, in order to avoid the pointless expense and waste of time.

In overall fine condition, with a clipped triangular area of paper loss to the edge of one letter due to seal removal. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait.

Despite his strong circle of literary friends and his passionate relationship with Teresa Guiccioli, Byron was growing bored with his leisurely life in Genoa by the summer of 1823. With encouragement from a group of Greek revolutionaries to join them in their war for independence from the Ottoman Empire, Byron bid farewell to Teresa and boarded the ‘Hercules’ on July 13, the day after writing the last of the present letters. Arriving in Cephalonia on August 2, he funded the refitting of the Greek fleet and sailed for Missolonghi; but shortly after his arrival there, he fell ill and died on April 19. While the vast majority of Byron’s letters—over 3,000—were published in Marchand’s comprehensive, 12-volume edition of all of Byron’s known letters and journals, these four were not, making them exceptionally rare and desirable. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Capote seeks a beach house while writing In Cold Blood

821. Margaret Bourke-White. Signed book: Halfway to Freedom. First edition. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1949. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 238 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “For Jane Morris, remembering a pleasant day in York, cordially, Margaret Bourke-White.” Autographic condition: fine, with a few small pencil notations to signed page. Book condition: VG+/VG. B Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

822. Truman Capote. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, February 20, 1963. Letter to Miss Lieppert. In part, “I am writing at the suggestion of [screenwriter and librettist] Mr. Arthur Laurents…to help me find a beach house (in Quogue) to rent this summer. The house must be by the water, have a garage, at least two bedrooms, a living-room with a fireplace and a good kitchen…I do not want to pay in excess of $2,500.” And a hardcover edition of In Cold Blood, signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “For Kay Graff, with all good wishes, Truman Capote.” Autographic condition: fine, with a few light creases to letter. Book condition: VG+/VG. Quogue is a beachfront community on the south shore of Long Island. At the time of the present letter, Capote had begun work on the book, considered his masterpiece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 205

Capote’s geography textbook from his troubled time at the “Bug House” 823. Truman Capote. Signed book: Rabenort’s Geography by

William Rabenort. Later printing. NY: American Book Company, 1924.

Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.25, 222 pages. Signed on the first free end page in fountain pen with an ownership signature, “Truman Capote, St. John’s Military School,” with “Military School” crossed out and replaced with “Bug House” by Capote. On the front cover he has also written, “Truman” twice in ink. Autographic condition: various pencil notations and a small tear to top of the signed page, otherwise fine; signature itself remains crisp and bold. Book condition: G/None. In 1936, Capote’s mother withdrew him from Manhattan’s Trinity School and enrolled him in St. John’s Military Academy, where he endured bullying from the other students. In his 1966 book A Christmas Memory, Capote writes of this time, ‘Those who Know Best decide that I belong in a military School.

And so follows a miserable succession of bugle-blowing prisons, grim reveille-ridden summer camps.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Renaissance author desires good news for Pope Clement VII 824. Baldassare Castiglione. Prominent author (1478–1529) most famous for The Book of the Courtier, considered the definitive account of Renaissance court life. Extremely rare LS in Italian, signed “Vostro come bon fratello, B. Castiglione,” one page, 8.5 x 11.5, April 30, 1524.

Untranslated letter written on the day of the Battle of Sesia to Capino da Capo, a soldier in the imperial service. Castiglione desires to have a defeat of King Francis I reported to him immediately, so that he can be the first to bring this good news to Pope Clement VII, who, at that time, was allied with Charles V. In very good condition, with an area of paper loss to the top edge, a few small edge tears and ink erosion (slightly affecting a few words of writing but not the signature), and scattered creases and soiling. Accompanied by a full transcript. The Spanish-Imperial forces commanded

by Don Carlos de Lannoy, inflicted a decisive defeat to the French forces during the Battle of Sesia, a pivotal moment in the Italian War of 1521–26. An especially rare offering with interesting content. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Twain heaps an abundance of praise on illustrations of a book sent to him: “God bless this artist and try to forgive the other kind” 828. Samuel L. Clemens.

825. Willa Cather. Signed book: Lucy Gayheart. Limited signed first edition of 749 copies (this being No. 46). NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1935. Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.25, 231 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink. Autographic condition: Fine. Book condition: VG/None.

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

Fantastic twice-signed letter on his exhibition postcard

826. Marc Chagall. Scarce ALS in German, signed “Chagall,” one page on a 6 x 4.5 postcard promoting a 1946 exhibition, no date.

Untranslated letter mentioning Chicago. Also signed on the front of the postcard in blue ballpoint, “Marc Chagall.” Scattered creases and a small tear to the right edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

ALS signed “S. L. Clemens,” one page, 3.75 x 6, black-bordered personal letterhead, February 24, 1906. Letter to Govinier C. Hall of the Hall-Truman Furniture Company. In full: “I am old, now, or nearly that, & shall not travel any more otherwise I would accept & with pleasure and alacrity. My most sincere thanks for the book. I like the illustrations more than I can tell. They are bright, graceful & humorous & eloquently competent, without help of those mendicant aids, violence, distortion & extravagance. God bless this artist and try to forgive the other kind.” In very good condition, with some scattered light ink staining and spots, old tape to blank second integral page, and a bit of light surface scuffing affecting first initial of signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Despite his claim here that he was now “old” at age 70 and unwilling to burden himself with travel, Clemens spent much of his final years on the road, often as a guest of honor or featured speaker. He also busied himself with preparing his eclectic autobiography, something he was finishing work on at his Fifth Avenue home when he declined the Hall-Truman Furniture Company’s gracious invitation. Though Mr. Hall undoubtedly was disappointed by the author’s response, the illustrator came away with a much more positive feeling, earning not only God’s blessings but those of Clemens as well. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

827. Samuel L. Clemens. Partial self-contained ANS signed “S. L. Cle-

mens,” one page, 5.5 x 2.25, no date. Conclusion of a longer letter reads, “Is there a mistake somewhere? Answer, not at Springfield, but Hartford.” Top portion of the note is affixed to a slightly larger off-white card. In fine condition, with light intersecting folds, two lightly passing through portions of signature.

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

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Clemens introduces the men behind the Paige Compositor typesetter that would prove to be his financial undoing

829. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS, in pencil, signed “S. L. Clemens,” one page, 3.5 x 5.25, no date. Brief letter to Mr. Hutchins. In full: “This is to introduce my friends Paige and Davis who desire to see the typesetter at work as per my conversation with you.” On the adjacent page Clemens adds, “Office of the Post.” Nicely double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Clemens and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 18 x 30. In fine condition, with a thin strip of tape along hinge and some surface loss and rubbing along top edge.

Having spent a good deal of his teenage years setting type by hand as an apprentice printer, Clemens wholeheartedly believed that the Paige Compositor—a printing press that would use a mechanical arm to set the type—would be one of the greatest (and most lucrative) inventions of all time. It was thus that he assumed the major financial responsibility of the project in exchange for a percentage of anticipated profits.

At the mercy of inventor James Paige and mechanical expert Charles Davis, introduced in this letter, Clemens’s investment slowly soured; as the project’s development moved at a snail’s pace, the new Linotype hit the market with great success, making Paige’s machine obsolete before it was even completed. Clemens lost not only the bulk of his book profits but also a substantial portion of his wife’s inheritance, and in 1894, was forced to file for bankruptcy. An interesting document regarding the men and the invention that led to the financial unraveling of the entrepreneurial author. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

830. Jean Cocteau. Vintage glossy 7 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders portrait, nicely signed against a light area of his coat in fountain pen, “Souvenir de Jean Cocteau, 1952.” In very good condition, with overall surface bends and creases, and slightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I am going down on Monday to the Army of the Potomac for the purpose of making studies for various war pictures” 831. Felix O. C. Darley. American painter in watercolor and illustrator known for his illustrations in works by well-known 19th century authors (1822–1888). ALS signed “F. O. C. Darley,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, December 24, 1864. Letter to famous publishers Ticknor and Fields. In part: “As I am going down on Monday to the Army of the Potomac for the purpose of making studies for various war pictures I am about to make, I shall not be able to look over Lowell’s poem till my return…I will then read ‘The Vision of Sir Launfal’ and let you know at once what I can do with it. I can probably give you about two designs a week.” In fine condition, with slight show-through to border of second page due to adhesive remnants to the reverse. Accompanied by an assortment of engravings of Darley’s illustrations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Writing to an influential French art critic 832. Edgar Degas. ALS in French, signed along the right edge, “Degas,” one

page, 4.25 x 5.5, no date. The increasingly blind Degas writes to famous art critic Arsene Alexandre, in full (translated): “Please be so kind as to send me your article on the ‘Friends of the Louvre.’ The magazine ‘La Libre Parole’ mentions it, Orimond has read it and I am the one who hasn’t? I am so anxious to read your article (or rather to have it read to me) that you should not make me wait one more day. I have lost this morning Zalmyr, an admirable reader. I still have Sprunk (from Debats magazine) a melodic reader.” In fine condition.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Dickens sends humble thanks for a poem dedication 833. Charles Dickens. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, June 2, 1843.

Letter to poet Robert Hughman. In full: “I am much satisfied by and am much indebted to you for the dedication of your poem; which I am going to read luxuriously this very afternoon.” Double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Dickens at his desk to an overall size of 21 x 17. Intersecting folds, several lightly passing through the signature, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Hughman dedicated his 1843 poem, ‘The Foil,’ to Dickens, writing, ‘To Charles Dickens, Esq., in admiration of his genius, and respect for his courtesy, this poem is inscribed by his obliged servant, The Author.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“I have heard the book you mention to me, highly praised; and I will read it on your recommendation”

834. Charles Dickens. Partial self-contained ANS signed “Faithfully yours, Charles Dickens,” one page, 4 x 2, no date. Last paragraph of a longer letter which reads, in part: “I have heard the book you mention to me, highly praised; and I will read it on your recommendation.” Matted and framed with a color print of Dickens and some of his memorable characters to an overall size of 13.5 x 18.25. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

835. Charles Dickens. Bank check, 7 x 3, filled out and signed by Dickens, payable to Self for £5.0.0, January 24, 1859. In very good condition, with three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, uniform toning, mild rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse.

None of the flaws affect Dickens’s bold and instantly recognizable signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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836. Paul Laurence Dunbar. African-American poet (1872–1906),

known for his colorful use of language and dialect, who died of tuberculosis at the age of 33. Scarce vintage ink signature, “Paul Laurence Dunbar,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 slip. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“l’m working my heart out on an important painting which keeps me on my feet. ‘The Procession of Furnes’ where flags, flames and hoods will provide silks and cotton” 838. James Ensor. Belgian painter and printmaker (1860–1949) who was an important

influence on expressionism and surrealism. ALS in French, signed “J. Ensor,” one page, 8.5 x 11, June 30, 1935. Letter to G. Vriamont, Belgian publisher and translator who published the score of Ensor’s ballet ‘La Galnme d’Amour’ in 1929. In full (translated): “Excuse me. l’m working my heart out on an important painting which keeps me on my feet. ‘The Procession of Furnes’ where flags, flames and hoods will provide silks and cottons. That is to say sweetness and nervous tensions. I wouldn’t dream of parting with a drawing. I need my usual surroundings to stimulate me and a few interviews with Madame Sea. I too am delighted. Your visit sent me to seventh heaven, and your friends are charming.

Garcia Calderon [Francisco Garcia Calderon Rey, Peruvian author and minister to Belgium] the universally known and admired writer gives heart to my belly. I’m so happy about his appreciation of me, particularly his high praise for my well-displayed works in the Antwerp Museum where he saw some of my efforts, the clear fruits of my researches. I haven’t been able to leave the studio. Bouts of rapid heartbeat, more sneaky than ever torment me without ever crying out Watch Out! I paint and paint again and have given myself over to pure color which speaks to me as my last and loyal friend and refines my senses. How is your music going?” In a postscript signed “JE” he writes: “I’m calling for protest actions here to save our magical ornamental lakes. They want to drown them under little flowers and lawns. Horror and abomination.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and an extra vertical fold along left edge. The Procession of the Penitents is a religious procession in Veurne (or Furnes), West Flanders, Belgium. Penitents in coarse robes and hoods walk barefoot through town, many carrying heavy wooden crosses. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

839. Edna Ferber. Well-done 8

x 10 print of an illustrated portrait of Ferber affixed to an 11 x 14 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen. Some edge tears and chipping to top of the mount, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

840. Robert Frost. Tri-fold pro-

gram for a dinner in Frost’s honor at the Lotos Club on May 24, 1962, 9 x 12, signed and inscribed in the upper right in black ink, “Robert Frost, to Monica.” In fine condition, with moderate edge toning.

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

841. Robert Frost. Vintage matte-finish 4 x 6.5 photo, boldly

signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition, with some light mounting remnants to reverse and lightly filled-in vertical edges.

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Literary observer of Victorian society writes to an important political family

842. Elizabeth Gaskell. Partial ALS signed “E. C. Gaskell,” one page, 4.5 x 3.25, no date. Conclusion of a letter to the wife of British statesman John Bright. In full: “Few days visit to us there, with kind regards to Mr. Bright, believe me dear Mrs. Bright.” Affixed to a slightly larger slip. In very good condition, with scattered toning from adhesive and showthrough from writing to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Germany’s finest artisans honor Binding’s birthday

843. German Authors, Composers and Painters. Menu

for a banquet at the Prussian Academy of Arts in honor of poet Rudolf Binding’s 70th birthday on August 13, 1937. Numerous prominent German writers, painters, and composers sign in pencil on the inside front cover. Among them are: Gerhart Hauptmann, Rudolf G. Binding, Rudolf Alexander Schroder, Paul Alverdes, Benno von Mechow, Max Barthel, Hans Grimm, Peter Raabe, Emil Nikolaus von Reznicek, Georg Schumann, Arthur Kampf, and Leo von Konig. In fine condition, with a light central vertical bend, and some light foxing and spotting to cover. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

845. Langston Hughes. Vintage glossy

7 x 5 photo of Hughes posing outdoors, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Wesley Hartley, Sincerely, Langston Hughes 1957.” In fine condition, with some mild border toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Signed first edition of Hemingway’s only full-length play

Uncommon full document from the American author

844. Nathaniel Hawthorne. DS, signed “Nath’l

Hawthorne,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 13, October 22, 1856. Customs document in which John Holmes declares that his ship is carrying “Twenty Six Tons Logwood.” Signed at the conclusion by Hawthorne as consul of the US at the port of Liverpool. Lower left retains an affixed red paper seal. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 212 | November 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

846. Ernest Hemingway. Signed book: The Fifth Column and the First Forty-Nine Stories. First edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1938. Hardcover, 6 x 8.5, 597 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Charles Haskell with very best wishes always, Ernest Hemingway.” Autographic condition: very good to fine, with scattered toning to signed page, not affecting the bold signature and inscription. Book condition: G+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vivid image from Hemingway’s lion hunt during the safari that inspired numerous literary works 847. Ernest Hemingway. Superb vintage matte-finish 11.5 x

9.25 photo of Hemingway posing with a lion he brought down on safari in January of 1934, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Lynn Bogue Hunt, with very best wishes from his friend, Ernest Hemingway.” Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 19. In fine condition. Lynn Bogue Hunt was America’s foremost periodical wildlife artist. From 1904 to 1960, he produced the cover art for over 100 issues of Field and Stream. Hunt also did work for Saturday Evening Post, Colliers, Country Gentleman, Boy’s Life and illustrated over 50 books.

This incredible image showing Hemingway, the Great White Hunter, on safari in Tanganyika captures a major inspiration in his literary work; it was excursions such as this that inspired him to write some of his finest pieces, including Green Hills of Africa, True at First Light, The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber, and The Snows of Kilimanjaro. Infused with his brash machismo, this iconic image is quintessential Hemingway—in his prime in the wilds of the Serengeti Plain, augmented by its gorgeous signature and meaningful association between the legendary author and well-known wildlife artist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

850. Rockwell Kent.

848. Langston Hughes. Tri-

Signed book: This Is My Own. First edition.

NY: Duell, Sloan, and Pearce, 1940. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.25, 393 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ink. Autographic condition: fine, with some mild toning to edges of signed page. Book condition: VG+/None.

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

fold program for his opera entitled The Barrier, 5.5 x 8.5, January 1950, signed and inscribed on the cover in fountain pen, “For Sol— Sincerely, Langston.” Also signed and inscribed by the composer, Jan Meyerowitz, and the female lead, Muriel Rahn. The ticket to the performance is affixed within the program. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

851. Rockwell Kent. Signed

8 4 9 . Wa s h ington Irving.

Manuscript DS, one page both sides, 8 x 12.5, June 28, 1859.

In fine condition, with a few partial separations along folds and some light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

book: Greenland Journal. Limited first edition of 1000 copies (this being No. 790).

NY: Ivan Obelensky, Inc., 1962.

Hardcover with slipcase, 6 x 9.25, 302 pages. Book is accompanied by its suite of six lithographs, all 6.25 x 9.25, with the litho entitled ‘On Earth Peace,’ signed in the lower border by Kent, with the others bearing printed signatures. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Kerouac seeks the return of what would become one of his most well-recognized publicity photos 852. Jack Kerouac. TLS signed “Jack,” one page, 8.5 x 11, May 24, 1966. Letter to

Richard Seaver. In full: “I adjure you, enjoin thee, and entreat youse to send back this phto [sic] after you’ve had it processed for book jacket: the picture is already framed here in my room, because of ‘Pitou’ the grey cat you see there in my arms, means ‘Little One’ in Breton French…Just take either just the face, even only the belly if you want, or all, with cat and all, make your picture in the processing room, and send photo back. It’s

by Jerry Bauer, 11 rue Ancienne Comedie, Paris 6.” Some mild edge toning, as well as a couple trivial edge tears, and a few scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. This letter highlights his relationship with one of the key figures in the industry, Richard Seaver, then at Grove Press. Notoriously adventurous and instrumental in defying censorship, Seaver put Grove at the forefront of the emerging literary scene, bringing previously suppressed writers such as D. H. Lawrence, Henry Miller, and William Burroughs into the American market. The photo mentioned in this letter—taken by the ‘photographer of authors’ Jerry Bauer, responsible for some of the most iconic literary images of his day, including Simone de Beauvoir, Jean Genet, and Samuel Beckett—was likely used in conjunction with the publication of Sartori in Paris, released by Grove that same year. A wonderful letter with excellent industry associations to both the publisher who built nowlegendary careers and the photographer who immortalized their images. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“As a Sussex man I consort with the solid square red Sussex beef cow that gives practically no milk” 853. Rudyard Kipling. ALS, one page both sides, 4.25 x 3.25, personal letterhead, May 5, 1911. Letter to Lord Blyth. In part: “Thank you very much indeed for that splendid study of your Jerseys which arrived the day before yesterday.

Of course as a Sussex man I consort with the solid square red Sussex beef cow that gives practically no milk but such perfect beauties as yours are almost enough to make me foreswear my own county.” In very good condition, with heavy overall toning and the torn upper left corner noticeably repaired with tape to front of the card. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

854. Carl Larsson. Popular Swedish painter and illustrator (1853–

1919). ALS in French, three pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 6.75, Sundborn, Falen, June 28, 1892. Writing to his friend “Dear Coquelin,” the greatest French actor of his generation, Larsson recommends the young Swedish artist Ahlgrenson, who is specialized in painting background scenes for the theatre, (translated): “He is a very nice boy like almost all the Swedish people.” Larsson also confirms that the small portrait he made of Coquelin is a “gift for a friend.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 214 | November 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

Lawrence sighs to a poet friend: “I wanted to kick myself. What right have I to talk to you from the top of a stool. Don’t bear me a grudge” 855. D. H. Lawrence. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, December 18, 1913. Lawrence writes to “Davies,” from Lerici per Frascherino, Golfo della Spezia, Italy, in full: “After that last letter of mine, I wanted to kick myself. What right have I to talk to you from the top of a stool. Don’t bear me a grudge, will you. I do wish things could go well with you. We shall be here till the end of May, I think, and shall be frightfully glad when you come.

You would travel, by the ordinary route, over Paris, Milan, Parma, Spezia—and it costs about 4 pounds. But you could come by ship to Genoa or to Leghorn—they are both fairly near. You must think about it, whether you would like to come on sea or on land. We should like to come to England in June, I think, by ship from Genova—I should like the voyage. You might go back with us, unless you want to walk in the Appenines. We have’nt got anybody coming for Christmas, but we shan’t be lonely. The Italians are very jolly—they come and play with us, and sing to the guitar at evening. You must learn some Italian when you come. And here in the harbour there is Italy’s biggest naval arsenal—war-ships with search lights and cannon at night, and submariner nosing up and down. It is really jolly. The country is quite wild behind, really wilder than Wales, but not so gloomy. You didn’t tell me how the work was going. I hope you’ll have a good time in Wales.” A few trivial spots of toning, some faint paperclip impressions to the top edges, and some light smudge marks towards the top right corner of the first page, otherwise fine condition.

Lawrence wrote this letter to W. H. Davies, the Welsh tramp poet, he met in England in 1913. He was captivated by Davies and admired his nature-inspired work, but soon lost his enthusiasm for Davies’s poetry, and a few months prior to this letter wrote that Davies’s ‘work is getting like Birmingham tinware.’ In late 1913, Lawrence was staying in a cottage in Fiascherino with his wife Frieda Weekely. There he began to write two of his better-known novels, The Rainbow and Women in Love. This letter was published in The Letters of D. H. Lawrence. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Extremely rare letter mentioning “mi libro” 856. Federico Garcia Lorca. Highly esteemed Spanish poet, playwright, and artist (1898–1936) executed by Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War. ALS in Spanish, signed “Federico G. Lorca,” one page, 8 x 8, the 22nd, month and year unspecified but circa 1918. Untranslated letter to Maria del Reposo Urquia, a young woman he had met around 1917. Lorca apologizes for not having written sooner and mentions that he would like to hear her play piano. He also asks if she received a book that he sent and what she thought of it, cautioning that one part contains some criticism of religion that may bother her. Includes the original mailing envelope, addressed in Lorca’s hand. Both are mounted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 17. In fine condition, with a vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and a few water spots or ink blotches to both the letter and envelope.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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857. Sinclair Lewis. Signed

book: Main Street.

First edition. NY: Harcourt, Brace and Howe, 1920.

Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.5, 451 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Mrs. William T. Hamilton with Christmas greetings from [Lou M. Kirchner] and her obedient disciple, Sinclair Lewis, Washington, D. C., Dec. 21, 1920,” with the inscription whimsically crafted to include the name of the book’s owner, Lou M. Kirchner. Autographic condition: uniform light toning to signed page, and some slight dampstaining along top, otherwise fine. Book condition: G/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

860. Thomas Mann. Signed

book: The Magic Mountain: Volumes I and II. Later printing. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1927.

H a r d c o v e r, 5.25 x 7.75, 834 total pages pages. Signed in pencil on the first free end page of Volume I, with his ‘American’ signature. Autographic condition: fine.

Book condition: G+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

858. Stephane Mallarme. Ma-

jor French symbolist poet and critic (1842–1898) whose work anticipated and inspired several revolutionary artistic schools of the early 20th century, such as Dadaism, Surrealism, and Futurism. ALS in French, one page, 8 x 6.25, January 26, 1890. Letter to French bibliophile Octave Uzanne. In full (untranslated): “Veuillez m’inscrire, tout en retard que je suis, parmi ceux du dîner à Bauchar, et accepter mon cordial serrement des mains.” Also addressed on the reverse in Mallarme’s hand. In fine condition, with a tiny tear to the bottom and show-through from postmarks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

861. W. Somerset Maugham. Signed book: A Writer’s Notebook.

Limited edition of 1000 copies (this being No. 793). NY: Doubleday, 1949. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.5 x 9.5, 367 pages. Signed on the colophon in blue ink. Autographic condition is fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

859. Thomas Mann.

Highly influential, Nobel Prize–winning German novelist and social critic (1875–1955). Signed book: Rede und Antwort.

Limited edition of 150 copies (this being No. 142). Berlin: C. Filcher, 1922. Hardcover, 4.75 x 7.5, 399 pages. Signed on the colophon in pencil. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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862. Gregoire Michonze. Russian-French painter (1902–1982).

Original vintage signed ink sketch of a group of people in various stages of dress and celebrating, with the artist himself reclining in the lower right on an off-white 8 x 6.5 sheet, signed in the lower right, “Michonze, Xmas ’37.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Exceptionally rare limited-edition songbook from the creators of Winnie-the-Pooh

863. A. A. Milne and Ernest Shepard.

Signed book: More Very Young Songs. First edition, limited issue numbered 95/100. London: Methuen & Co., Ltd., 1928. Hardcover, 10.25 x 13, 40 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink, “A. A. Milne,” “Ernest H. Shepard,” and “H. Fraser-Simson.” Book features sheet music and lyrics to ten songs for children.

Autographic condition: fine, with mild toning to signed page. Book condition: G-/None. A wonderful, rarely seen piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

865. Eugene O ’ N e i l l . A LS

864. Eugene O’Neill. Signed book: Collected Plays of Eugene O’Neill, Volumes I and II. Limited edition of 1200 copies (this being No. 55). NY: Boni and Liveright, 1924. Hardcover, 6 x 9, 501 and 456 pages. Signed on the colophon in Volume I. Autographic condition: some light mirroring of title page over signed page, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

signed “Gene O’Neill,” one page, 6.25 x 9.5, Provincetown, Massachusetts, no date. Letter to Jeanie Begg.

In full: “Thank you very much for your kind note. I was pleased indeed to receive it. And all my best wishes for your future.

Keep after Hopkins. Unfortunately there is nothing in ‘The Fountain’ or ‘Welded’ (this latter has only four characters)—but I know there will be sometime. Again all best!”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, with vertical fold passing through first letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Parrish would be “glad to design cover, etc. for the prospectus”

The great impressionist puts ‘Haystacks at Eragny’ up for sale

866. Maxfield Parrish. ALS,

one page, 6.5 x 7.75, June 22, 1897. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “I have your letter of yesterday and should be glad to design cover, etc. for the prospectus. I shall be in New York Monday or Tuesday (28th or 29th) and shall be glad to see you about the matter.”

Affixed at corners to a slightly larger scrapbook page. Central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and slight show-through from toned adhesive to corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

867. Joseph P. Pennell. Artist and author (1857–1926) who produced a vivid Liberty Loans campaign poster in 1918 for the war effort. ALS, two pages both sides, 6 x 9.5, Hotel Margaret letterhead, September 19, 1925. Letter reads, in part: “You may think me a grasping rapacious personage but it is not the reputation I have, but I must enforce my rights. These unsigned prints have no right to be taken from the publications in which they were sold, but there are people—dealers—who make a business of doing so as has been done in this case…It may interest you to know that I do all I can to prevent this dealing in unsigned prints.” In fine condition, with rough bottom edge to second page. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Pennell’s hand, and signed in the return address area, “Pennell.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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868. Camille Pissarro. ALS in French, signed “C. Pissarro,” one

page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, no date. Letter to his wife. In full (translated): “As soon as I’ve finished my pictures here I’ll go away…You can leave my frames in the studio. I’m going to need them. Write me when you plan to leave. I have things to do in Paris when I get there.

People will have to learn that I don’t sell to just anybody. Tell Ruel [Paul Durand-Ruel, Pissarro’s principal dealer] that I’ll take along his pants [possibly a reference to Pissarro’s painting ‘L’enfant au pantalon bleu (Child in Blue Pants)’ and that I thank him for the information he gives me. There’s going to be a sale again where there’ll be some of my best pictures, ‘Rue de l’é-picerie a Rouen [Street in Rouen with a Grocery Story]’ and ‘Les Meules de Foin a Eragny [Haystacks at Eragny]’ and some old pictures.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and a missing lower corner tip.. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

869. Ayn Rand. Signed book: For the New Intellectual: The Philoso-

phy of Ayn Rand. Later printing. NY: Random House, 1961. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 8.5, 242 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “To Debbie Lichtman—Cordially—Ayn Rand, 10/20/66.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/VG-. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Again the Puddle ducks pass: pit pat paddle pat; while kittens squirrels rabbits frisk and gambol” 870. Beatrix Potter. An exceptional pair of items related to the publication of a collection of sheet music entitled The Peter Rabbit Music

Books, comprised of Potter’s autograph manuscript for the foreword and a letter Potter wrote to the composer, Christopher Le Fleming. AMS signed “Beatrix Potter,” one page, 5 x 8, no date. The foreword of the book, in full: “The rippling melody of this pretty music calls back many little friends. Again the Puddle ducks pass: pit pat paddle pat; while kittens squirrels rabbits frisk and gambol. Tiddly widdly widdly! Mrs. Tittlemouse with a mop follows the big dirty footprints of Mr. Jackson. And Lucie sips her tea, while dear Mrs. Tiggy heats her smoothing iron. Good luck to the merry company of Christopher Le Fleming’s tuneful numbers, and to those lucky Little People who will learn to play them some day.”

Also, an ALS signed with her married name, “H. B. Heelis,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, August 18, 1935. Letter to Le Fleming, in part: “I too have been away for a very brief holiday and more than ever busy since coming home—I sent 2 or 3 samples to Messrs. Warne as I am not sure about size and style of drawing for lithography—I have not had a reply—it is just as likely that Mr. Stephens [Arthur L., Managing Director of Warne] is away from London. I shall go on in the mean time drawing when ever I can. I am quite keen on the work and do not reject it—but my hand does shake…I had nice kittens from Elizabeth & her mother. You shall have the drawings to look at.” In overall very good condition, with moderate overall creases and soiling to the manuscript and intersecting folds, light creases, and a rusty paperclip mark to the letter. Accompanied by the final publication: The Peter Rabbit Music Books: Book I, Six Easy Pieces for Pianoforte. London: J. & W. Chester, Frederick Warne & Co., 1935. Softcover, 9.5 x 12, 17 pages. Partial splitting to the spine, otherwise fine condition.

With their playful plots, imaginative critters, and some of the liveliest illustrations in children’s literature, Beatrix Potter’s little books—23 in total, published over the course of two decades—were an instant and enormous success. By 1935, the 69-year-old had all but given up her writing career, focusing on her farming and sheep breeding above all else. But despite her weakening eyes and a tremble in her hand, she cheerfully embarked on a new project when a young Mr. Le Fleming—‘a rather peculiar visitor,’ as she called him in a letter to a friend—approached her with a set of piano pieces he had written, inspired by her stories and suitable for children. This extraordinary collection of items pertaining to what would become The Peter Rabbit Music Books (including the first volume, which is quite collectible in its own right), is one of the most magnificent and charming lots we have offered from the classic author/illustrator; any extensive handwritten material from Potter is highly sought-after, and with its “pit pat paddle pat,” “tiddly widdly widdly!” and mentions of the beloved Puddle ducks, Mrs. Tittlemouse, and Mrs. Tiggy, this is of the utmost desirability. RR Auction COA.…(MB $750)

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871. James R. Randall.

Writer (1839–1908) best remembered as the lyricist of the song, ‘Maryland, My Maryland.’

ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, October 21, 1895. Letter to H. W. Fay. In part: “You can get an excellent photograph of me from Beisserig & Co.…In the Century Magazine for August, 1887, you will find an authentic version of ‘My Maryland’ and an autograph verse and signature.” Uniform toning and small mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce signed Renoir authentication of one of his landscapes

873. Pierre-Auguste Renoir. ANS in French, signed “Renoir,” one page on a 4 x 2.25 card, no date. Note to the art critic for the magazine ‘Comoedia,’ A. Womoth, who had praised his work, in full (translated): “Please excuse me for having taken so long to thank and congratulate you for your beautiful article in ‘Comoedia.’ I was very sick and am now convalescing.” Central vertical fold passing through the second letter of his signature and scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

874. Diego Rivera. ANS in

Spanish, one page on the reverse of a 4.75 x 3.5 Western Union telegraph slip, February 13, 1935. Untranslated note in which Rivera confirms that he has received the package with photos through the messenger of the Hotel Regis. In fine condition, with light soiling and show-through from print and notations to reverse.

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

875. Romain Rolland. French

872. Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Exquisite matte-finish 8.25 x 10 photographic print of one of Renoir’s paintings of the Seine with a boat on the water, signed in the lower border black ink, “Renoir.” Lower border also bears official certification stamps in French signed by the mayor of Cagnes-sur-Mer, reading, “Seen in order to authenticate the signature of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, painter.” Affixed to a 9 x 11.5 mount. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 220 | November 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

writer (1866– 1944) who won the 1915 Nobel Prize for Literature. ALS in French, one page, 3.25 x 3.75, no date. Brief untranslated letter to a friend. Triplematted and framed with a book portrait of Rolland bearing a printed signature to an overall size of 17.25 x 14.25. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

879. George Sand. Eminent

876. Jean-Baptiste Rousseau. French poet (1671–1741) who was accused of writing obscene, defamatory poems and was exiled from France in 1712. ALS in French, signed “Rousseau,” three pages both sides, 6.5 x 9.5, May 24, 1719. Letter to a woman, identified on the docketing panel as Madame de Ferriol, one of Rousseau’s protectors. He apologizes for his silence but complains his letters have been seized. In part (translated): “Count Huyn and Marshal Flemming… assure me that they know of a sure way of getting my letter to you.

What I write to my friends could be posted with no fear on the gate of Palais Royal but I’m really not at all inclined to provide amusement to the curious…I protest that I write to no one at the risk of finding myself suspected of irregularities or even worse.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and scattered light toning.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

French author (1804–1876), born Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin, better known by the masculine pen name she adopted early in her career. An early feminist, she also earned a footnote in musical history as the longtime romantic companion of pianist/composer Frédéric Chopin. ALS signed “G. Sand,” one page, 5 x 8.25, personal letterhead, September 9, 1869. Letter to a friend, possibly a theatre critic. In full (translated): “We play the comedy next Sunday the 12th and we count on your long-standing public acclaim to judge the progress of the theatre of Nohant.” A short psotscript under the signature reads, “The bus leaves the Hotel St. Germaine at 7:30— Answer by Sylvain.” In very good condition, with uniform toning from previous display, scattered light soiling, a few extra folds, and scattered creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

An arresting and rare portrait 880. Egon Schiele. Scarce

877. J. D. Salinger. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Erwin H. Jache, payable to J. D. Salinger for $281.95, July 15, 1975, endorsed on the reverse by Salinger, “For Deposit Only, J. D. Salinger.” In fine condition, with expected bank stamps (partially affecting but not detracting from signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

printed postcard portrait of Schiele by F. A. Harta, signed in pencil by Schiele with his “block” signature, “Egon Schiele, 1917.”

Mild scattered soiling and few small, very faint spots, otherwise fine condition. Signed portraits of Schiele are virtually nonexistent as he was not particularly wellknown during his lifetime; this piece was signed a mere year before his untimely death at age 28. An extremely rare and desirable image of a major 20th century artist. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

878. John Singer Sargent. Distinguished American-born artist (1856–1925) who

spent most of his career as an expatriate in Europe. While he painted a variety of subjects in various media, his fame rests primarily on his evocative, penetrating society portraits. ALS signed “John S. Sargent,” one page, 4.5 x 3.5, February 10, 1922. Letter to Mr. Leggatt. In full: “I will be happy to see you at Studio 12, The Avenue, 76 Fulham Road, any day you will appoint by a note or a telephone exchange to Ken. 4849 the day before.” In very good condition, with overall foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 221

Seuss thoughtfully sketches “one green egg”

881. Arthur Schnitzler. Austrian writer

(1862–1931) best known for his sexually charged plays and stories. His 1926 novella Traumnovelle served as the basis for Eyes Wide Shut, the final film directed by Stanley Kubrick. Vintage 3.25 x 5 postcard photo of Schnitzler in a dashing suit, signed at the top in black ink, “Arthur Schnitzler, Wien, Marz 1915.”

Framed to a slightly larger overall size. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

884. Dr. Seuss. Original signed felt tip sketch of a green egg from his critically acclaimed Green Eggs and Ham on an off-white 6.5 x 3.75 mailing envelope, signed “Dr. Seuss,” and labeled, “One green egg for—,” with an arrow drawn to the recipient’s affixed address label. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

882. Thomas Sully. British-born American painter of portraits and historical scenes (1783–1872) such as Washington’s Passage of the Delaware. ALS signed “Tho’s Sully,” one page, 5 x 8, April 9, 1856. In full: “I am much impressed with your kindness in the present you have made me of soap &c. If you will add to your kindness by showing me how I may serve you, it would, in some measure, relieve me from the weight of obligation you have conferred.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

885. George Bernard Shaw.

Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.25 bust portrait of Shaw with a bushy beard, bearing an ANS on the reverse in fountain pen, in full: “Dear Edward Wellen, Yes: in a breastplate as a Spanish admiral, a bit less civilian and more than a bit older I might pass for Sebastiano Venier, nicht wahr?

G. Bernard Shaw, Ayot Saint Lawrence, 8 November, 1949.” Affixed over one word is a piece of corrective tape, on which Shaw wrote, “Spanish.” In fine condition, with some brushing to ink. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Accenting his 1981 book with a desirable sketch 883. Maurice Sendak.

Signed book: Outside Over There. Later printing. NY: Harper and R o w, 1 9 8 1 .

Hardcover with dust jacket, 10.25 x 9.25. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black ink, “For Susan, Maurice Sendak, Dec. ’84,” with a sketch of one of the goblins from the story. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: VG+/VG+. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 222 | November 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

“I am neither an Erudite Man nor an American” 886. George Bernard Shaw. ALS

signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page on a 3.5 x 5.5 postcard, personal letterhead, May 27, 1947. Letter to George B. Brauer, Jr. In part: “I am neither an Erudite Man nor an American; nor can I, at 90, travel as far as Ohio and lecture there.

Clearly I am not eligible, I am none the less honored.” Shaw also added the recipient’s name in his own hand on the reverse address panel, with the rest of the address typed on an affixed slip. In very good condition, with overall toning and a water spot affecting his last name. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

889. Alexander Solzhenitsyn. Signed

book: The Cancer Corpus (Russian edition). Moscow, 2004.

Hardcover, 5.25 x 8, 477 pages. Signed and inscribed, in Russian, on the title page in blue ballpoint, “To Irene Anatolyevna Pakhomova, Solzhenitsyn, July 2005.” Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: VG+/None. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

887. David Siqueiros. Realist

painter (1869-1974), known for his large murals in fresco that established the Mexican Mural Renaissance.

Postcard portfolio entitled “La Marcha de la Humanidad en America Latina,” 4 x 6, containing nine postcards with images of Siqueiros’s works, signed on the front cover of the portfolio by Siqueiros. In fine condition, with some light wear and creases to covers. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

890. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Crisp ink signature on an off-white 3.25 x 1.25 card, bearing the printed name ‘Dudley Payne Lewis.’

Matted with a printed image of the author and an identifying slip to an overall size of 11.5 x 10. A trivial spot of surface loss below the signature, a light spot of soiling lightly affecting the last name, and a pencil notation, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“My country, ’tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty, Of thee I sing” 888. Samuel Francis Smith. AQS on an off-white 4.25 x 5.25 sheet.

Smith pens the first stanza from ‘America.’ In full: “My country, ’tis of thee, / Sweet land of liberty, / Of thee I sing; / Land where my fathers died, / Land of the pilgrims’ pride, / From every mountainside, / Let freedom ring.“ Signed at the conclusion, “S. F. Smith, Written in 1832, June 8, 1895.” Matted and framed with a printed image of an American flag to an overall size of 13 x 17. In fine condition, with a bit of mild edge toning.

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

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“I shall be much obliged if you will take charge of the Coleridge ms” 891. Algernon Swinburne. Important Victo-

rian British poet (1837–1909) whose “decadent” subject matter (including sadomasochism and lesbianism) made him one of the most controversial literary figures of his day. ALS signed “Al. Swinburne,” one page, 4.5 x 6.75, December 8, 1868. Letter to his secretary John Thomson. In part: “I shall be much obliged if you will take charge of the Coleridge ms. for me 85 forward proofs…I shall want the ms. back to correct the proofs.” Intersecting folds, scattered mild toning, and some tape to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Swinburne is referring to his introduction to Christabel and the Lyrical and Imaginative Poems of S. T. Coleridge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

892. Rabindranath Tagore. Bengali poet,

playwright, philosopher, and author (1861–1941) who became the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize (Literature) in 1913. Vintage ink signature, “Rabindranath Tagore,” on an off-white 5 x 3 slip. Scattered light toning and soiling and a few tape remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

894. Rabindranath Tagore. Remarkable vintage 5.25 x 3.25 postcard photo of Tagore surrounded by Western onlookers, signed at the bottom in Bengali in fountain pen. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

First edition of Meta with original artwork

painter and sculptor (1925-1991) best known for his sculptural machines or kinetic art in the Dada tradition. Signed book: Meta. First edition. Sweden: Tryckerigruppen Malmo, 1973. Bound into its original pictorial suitcase with handle and lock closure, 8.5 x 12.25, 363 pages.

Signed at the bottom of an original pen and ink drawing bound into the book. This edition contains 13 color plates, 6 folding, and 34 images on transparent paper, with the original 33 1/3 rpm album attached to the back cover. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/ None. Accompanied by a hardbound volume of A Magic Stronger than Death by Pontus Hulten. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

894. Alfred Lord Tennyson. Terrific oversized engraving of one of Gustave Doré’s

illustrations of a scene from Tennyson’s poetic cycle Idylls of the King, 12.25 x 16.5, signed in the lower border in pencil by the poet, “A. Tennyson,” the illustrator, “G. Doré,” and the engraver, “A. Willmore.” Small text above the image reads, “London. Published Nov. 1868 by E. Maxim & Co. 44 Dover St.” Affixed to an original 14 x 18.5 mount. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges and a crease to the lower left of the mount.

Accompanied by the original invoice from Walter R. Benjamin Autographs, dated April 30, 1952. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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895. Jean Tinguely. Swiss

Scarce letter from the Lord of the Rings creator after his return to Oxford 896. J. R. R. Tolkien. TLS, one page, 8 x 10, Merton College, Oxford,

April 28, 1972. Letter to a friend, “Mrs. Robinson.” In part: “My answer is belated because I am in fact finding it a lengthy and somewhat troublesome process settling into rooms in College. Would it be too much to hope that you might possibly be visiting Sidmouth again?…I was very interested to hear of your Canadian connections. I have now a Canadian daughter-in-law and have to share her two delightful children with their other grandfather and grandmother there. Alas I now feel too old to fly with them so far.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (not affecting the signature) and a notation by the recipient in the lower blank area. Accompanied by a letter dated December 11, 1971, signed by Tolkien’s secretary, Joy Hill, thanking Mrs. Robertson for her letter of condolence upon the death of his wife. After Tolkien’s wife passed, he moved back to Merton College at Oxford, where he had taught from 1945 to 1959. Exactly one month after sending this letter, Tolkien was bestowed the insignia of Commander of the Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

On one of his rare calling cards, Toulouse-Lautrec writes a pass for two to his London exhibition

898. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Important French painter and

897. J. R. R. Tolkien. Uncommon TLS, one page, 5.25 x 7, blind-

stamped personal letterhead, January 2, 1967. Brief response to an admirer with a bold signature. In full: “Thank you for your letter. Please forgive the delay. But I now enclose three signatures for your son.”

In fine condition, with surface loss to top and bottom edges due to previous mounting, easily matted out. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

printmaker (1864–1901) whose lively, colorful portrayals of the people and places of fin-de-siècle Paris take a place among the most iconic images of the era. A rare example of Toulouse-Lautrec’s personal calling card, 4 x 2.25, with two lines of pencil notes in his hand, a pass to admit two people to his exhibition at the Goupil Galleries in London with the date and the time along the bottom, also in his hand.

Mild toning, a bit of trivial foxing, and a diagonal crease to lower right corner affecting a single word of the date line, otherwise fine condition.

Anything in Toulouse-Lautrec’s hand is quite scarce, particularly such a personal item, connected with a rare exhibition outside France. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 225

The voice of the French Enlightenment pens a beautiful note of thanks to a fellow writer

899. Voltaire. LS in French, signed “Voltaire,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.75, February 26, 1775. Letter to a gentleman. In full (translated): “An old man who is fed up has been somewhat encouraged upon receiving your excellent treatise. I admire the goodness of your heart as well as your eloquence, for I suppose it is thanks to you that I have this masterpiece. I see that you have forgiven me for having an opinion contrary to your own. You have sensed how much I must have been afflicted formerly, and how much I am still, and will be until the last moment of my life, by useless cruelty of which one cannot think without the services rendered by those who have committed it, and I have gotten everything confused. This is how passions are created. My greatest passions today at the gratitude that I owe you, Sir, and the regret of not having been able to hear you. I place at your feet the work of a young man who at first had given me some hope, but he did not keep his promises.” In fine condition, with light intersecting folds and mild show-through from writing to opposing sides.

‘Nature renders men eloquent under the influence of great interests or passions,’ wrote Voltaire in his 1764 Dictionnaire Philosophique, one of his last major works, which represented a lifetime of contemplation. What many would dash off as an obligatory note of thanks for a piece of writing received, Voltaire turns into a beautifully written letter, both praising the recipient’s eloquence and offering his own. “I admire the goodness of your heart as well as your eloquence, for I suppose it is thanks to you that I have this masterpiece. I see that you have forgiven me for having an opinion contrary to your own,” he writes, continuing on to humble himself as he commends his recipient. A delightful letter from the “old man who is fed up,” living out his final years in his quiet chateau in Ferney, France. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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The first of only two known letters written by Lautrec in English, with the ten-year-old’s tiny sketch of “my kiss” at the close 900. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. ALS signed “H. de T-Lautrec,” one page, 5.25 x 8, no

date [circa September-October 1875]. Letter to his “Dear Mamma.” In full: “I have received Marraine’s letter yesterday. We could not go out today because it rained very much. Miss Braine brings me décalcomanies [decals] and I do them well. M. Verrier does all he can for you may be satisfied on Lyon’s arrival. I am very happy. I will do all I can for you may be satisfied. We have just taken a little groom for the pony. Good-bye my dear mamma. I kiss you very much and everybody too.” Central vertical and horizontal folds, light creases, and subtle foxing, otherwise fine condition.

Learning English from his beloved Irish nanny, Miss Braine, who stayed with the family for more than ten years, young Henri wrote this letter shortly before his eleventh birthday in hopes of impressing his mother with his command of the language. Aside from three one-line notes included in letters written late in life, only one other full-length English letter of his is known to exist, also written to his mother a few days after this one. The problems with his legs that would nearly cripple him has an adult had already begun to trouble him, leading his mother to place him in the care of Dr. Verrier, the physician mentioned in this letter; yearning for her satisfactions he reassures his “dear Mamma” that both he and the doctor are doing all they can. With two interesting notes touching on the young Lautrec’s passions, horseback riding— “we have just taken a little groom for the pony”—and art—“Miss Braine brings me décalcomanies and I do them well”—this remarkable letter shows an early glimpse into the budding artist’s character. Also boasting the first, childlike sketch that Lautrec ever incorporated into a letter, the little round “kiss” following his signature, this is by far one of the most desirable letters from the future French bohemian ever to come to auction. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

901. Andy Warhol. Color post-

Exceptionally desirable sketch of the iconic Campbell’s Soup can

card of Warhol’s famous 1962 portrait of Marilyn Monroe, 4 x 5.75, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition.

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

902. Andy Warhol. Glossy 8

x 10 publicity photo, signed vertically in black felt tip along the right border. Scattered surface marks and impressions, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

903. Andy Warhol. Original signed felt tip sketch of his Campbell’s Soup can on an off-white 8.5 x 5 sheet, signed and dated below, “Andy Warhol, May 1975.” In fine condition. A fantastic, uninscribed example of this famous work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare oversized color photo of a Warhol gallery exhibition 904. Andy Warhol. Exceptional

color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Warhol standing in front of one of his tall photo collages, vertically signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Sherman Emery, Andy Warhol.” In fine condition, with a miniscule tear to the top edge. This is just the second photo of this size that we have offered, with this one especially desirable as it depicts him with one of his works—a superb image of one of the most influential artists of the latter half of the 20th century. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable portrait of the ‘father of free verse’ from the first edition of Two Rivulets 906. Walt Whitman. Rare sepia 4.25 x 5.75 albumen portrait of Whitman in an iconic pose, signed in black ink, “Walt Whitman, 1880.”

Affixed to a 4.25 x 7.25 off-white card bearing printed information about the photograph: “Photo’d from life, Sept.; ’72, Brooklyn, N.Y.

by G.F.E. Pearsall, Fulton St. Printed by C.F. Spieler, Phila.” This photograph was removed from the second printing of the first edition of Whitman’s ‘Two Rivulets’ which was published in 1876 with the sixth edition of Leaves of Grass as part of a two-volume set known as the Centennial edition. A strip was added to the reverse of the card to attach it to the book’s binding. Small tear to top edge, light vertical crease along right edge slightly affecting last letter of signature, and some light silvering, visible only at an angle, otherwise fine condition. A very boldly signed example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Very nice and identified sketch of his iconic soup can

905. Andy Warhol. Signed

book: The Philosophy of Andy Warhol. First edition, first printing (marked “BCDE” below the stated edition). NY: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1975. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 241 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “To Helmut, Andy Warhol,” with the addition of a large sketch of his famous Campbell’s tomato soup can, labeled “Campbell.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

908. Edward Albee

909. Artists

910. Authors

911. Authors

912. Authors

913. Authors

914. James M. Barrie

915. Ray Bradbury

916. Edgar Rice Burroughs

917. James Fenimore Cooper

918. Noel Coward

919. Noel Coward

920. Edouard Detaille

921. Allen Drury

922. John Dunning

923. Harlan Ellison

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924. Ralph Ellison

925. Erte

926. William Glackens

928. Fitz-Greene Halleck

929. Keith Haring MB $200

930. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr

931. William Dean Howells

932. George Hurrell

933. Aldous Huxley

934. Eugene Ionesco

935. Jozef Israels

936. George Jones

937. George S. Kaufman

938. Le Corbusier

939. Sol Lewitt

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940. Jack London

941. Norman Mailer

942. Edward C. Martin

943. Prosper Merimee

944. Arthur Miller

945. Henry Miller

946. Barry Moser

947. Barry Moser

948. Grandma Moses

949. Grandma Moses

950. LeRoy Neiman

951. LeRoy Neiman

952. Eugene O’Neill

953. Anne Rice

954. Norman Rockwell

955. Norman Rockwell

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956. Victorien Sardou

957. George Bernard Shaw

958. George Bernard Shaw

959. John Tenniel

960. John Tenniel

961. Kay Thompson

962. Alice B. Toklas

963. Eduard Buk Ulreich

964. John Updike

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966. Leonard and Douglas Volk

967. Andy Warhol

969. Thornton Wilder

970. Henriette Wyeth

971. Jamie Wyeth

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comic art & animation 972. Carl Barks.

Original hand-inked four-panel Scrooge McDuck daily comic, dated April 5, 1969, drawn by a Disney artist, on a 21 x 6.5 sheet of off-white artist’s cardstock, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Barks.

Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 30.5 x 15.75. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Walt Disney Art Classics. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

973. Mel Blanc. Color 8 x

10 cardstock photo of Blanc amongst his characters, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Eh—what’s up Ervin? ‘Daffy Duck & Gang,’ 8-31-87, Mel Blanc.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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974.

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photos: color 8.5 x 11 photo signed and inscribed in black felt tip; and a color glossy 6 x 4 photo of Gumby and his friends, also signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

975. Fontaine Fox. Original hand-drawn ink artwork entitled “Toonerville Folks,” showing a three-scene progression of “‘Handlebar’ Hank” curling his mustache, 9 x 10, signed in the lower left corner with his stylized signature, “F. Fox,” and signed and inscribed along the bottom in black ink, “Hand colored especially for Miss Anna Wilke by Fontaine Fox.” A 1940 copyright label is affixed to the lower right. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The chairman of the pageantry Committee signs a program from his Olympics 976. Walt Disney. Daily program

from the second day of the 1960 Olympic Winter games at Squaw Valley, California, dated February 19, 1960, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Disney.

Matted and framed with two photos of Disney and an FDC with a cachet honoring the Games to an overall size of 18.25 x 17. In fine condition, with some light dampstaining to lower right corner, well away from the signature. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Phil Sears COA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Limited edition of Crumb’s most personal, and salacious, comics

979. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Glossy 8 x 10 photo

of the animation legends, signed in black felt tip by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

977. Robert Crumb. Signed book: R. Crumb’s Sex Obsessions.

Limited edition of 1000 copies (this being No. 606). Germany: Taschen, 2007. Hardcover with slipcase, 8 x 11, 255 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: NF/None, in NF slipcase. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

980. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo

of the Flintstones and Rubbles, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Best wishes to Joan & Her children! Bill Hanna,” and “& Joe Barbera.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

978. Matt Groening.

Futurama Comics To Infinity comic book, 6.5 x 10.25, from the 2013 San Diego Comic Con, signed on the inside front cover in black felt tip, “Your pal, Matt Groening, July 15, 2013,” adding a great sketch of Bart Simpson waving above his signature. In fine condition. This particular comic was an SDCC exclusive. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

981. Bob Kane.

Original signed felt tip sketch of Batman on an offwhite 6.5 x 3.75 First Day Cover with a cachet honoring universal peace. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Spontaneous sketches by the foremost American illustrators of the 1940s 982. Illustrators. Unique collection of four vintage spontaneous pencil sketches

and one signature by American illustrators, obtained while they were dining at the Palm Beach Biltmore’s restaurant in February 1940. Three sketches are on the reverse of the restaurant’s 7 x 10.75 cardstock menu: Rube Goldberg’s signed and inscribed humorous restaurant scene, drawn during lunch; Ham Fisher’s signed and inscribed portrait of Joe Palooka, drawn during breakfast; and Billy DeBeck’s signed scene featuring Snuffy Smith, drawn at dinner. The fourth sketch is on the reverse of a blank 4 x 7.5 meal order form: Arthur William Brown’s signed and inscribed portrait of an attractive woman in profile, one of his most famous subjects. James Montgomery Flagg also signed in pencil on the reverse of a 7 x 10.75 cardstock dinner menu. A noticeable diagonal crease through the Goldberg sketch, and general scattered toning, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by a presentation album containing various articles about each illustrator.

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Beefcake sketch of Blanc’s lovable Porky Pig 983. Chuck Jones and Mel Blanc. Original signed and inscribed felt tip sketch of Porky Pig in a pose strikingly familiar to Burt Reynolds’s Cosmpolitan pictorial on an off-white 11 x 8 sheet, with Porky saying, “EE-Eat y-your h-heart out B-Burt Reynolds,” and signed and inscribed, “To Jo-Anne from Porky Pig & Chuck Jones—1979,” and “To Jo Anne from Bugs Bunny, Mel Blanc 11-23-88.” Double-matted and framed (without glass) to an overall size of 17 x 14. A small area of dampstaining to top edge, otherwise fine condition. A hilarious sketch of one of Jones’s lesser-seen characters, and a seldom offered combination of two animation legends. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

984. Stan Lee. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot.

In fine condition, with a JSA label affixed to reverse (certificate of authenticity not present). RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

985. Stan Lee. Impressive color 20 x 30 print on stretched canvas of The Amazing Spider-Man #1 comic book cover, signed in black felt tip near the bottom by Lee. Some scattered soiling near the bottom (likely could be cleaned), otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

986. Stan Lee. Amazing Spider-Man comic book, #486 direct edition, 6.5 x 10, signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

987. Stan Lee.

Set of metal Spiderman-themed bookends, measuring approximately 6˝ tall, one with an attached golden Spiderman silhouette figure, signed on the base of one bookend in black felt tip by Lee. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

988. Charles Schulz. Orig-

inal signed ink sketch of Snoopy on a 6.5 x 3.75 First Day Cover with a cachet honoring the 100th anniversary of City Mail Free Delivery, signed “Schulz.”

Double-matted and framed with a printed comic strip to an overall size of 13.75 x 16.75. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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989. Charles Schulz. The Peanuts

Philosophers box set of four books published by Hallmark circa 1972, hardcovers in slipcase, 4 x 5.25, signed and inscribed on the front pastedown of the volume entitled The World According to Lucy in black felt tip, “For Lynn, Schulz,” adding a fantastic sketch of Snoopy. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/ None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Earky sketch of Snoopy in motion 990. Charles Schulz. Original vintage signed ballpoint

sketch of Snoopy running on an off-white book page, trimmed to a size of 6.25 x 2.75. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with some mild toning to edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

991. Charles Schulz. Printed

sketch of the Peanuts gang on a 10 x 8 green sheet, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To all our friends in the ‘CatchUp’ Class—Charles M. Schulz.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing panel. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

992. Charles Schulz.

Matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Schulz posing outdoors, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To John—Best wishes—Charles M. Schulz.” In very good condition, with mild rippling along top edge, light contrast to end of last name of signature, and a few creases to left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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993. Jerry Siegel.

Color limited edition 26 x 20.5 print celebrating 60 years of Superman, numbered 158/500, signed in pencil. Framed to an overall size of 29 x 23. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

994. H. T. Webster. Two items:

original hand-drawn ink and pencil art for a single-panel comic entitled “The Sightseers: The Thrill That Comes Once in a Lifetime,” on heavy off-white 14.5 x 17.5 artist’s cardstock, October 16, 1943, signed with his stylized signature in the lower right, “Webster”; and a TLS signed “H. T. Webster,” one page, 8.5 x 5.5, New York Herald Tribune letterhead, January 10, 1944, responding to an admirer. Various toning and soiling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

classic music 996. Maria Callas. Vintage glossy 5 x 7 photo of Callas in costume, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To my dear friend Jack, with much love, Maria Callas 1964.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 10.75 x 12.75. In fine condition, with some light contrast to portions of signature and inscription. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fantastic self-portrait caricature 999. Enrico Caruso.

Original vintage signed and inscribed black ink self-portrait on the reverse 3 x 4.5 cardstock menu, vertically signed and inscribed in the upper left, “To Miss Elene Mar, Enrico Caruso, April 25, 1909.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Hawaiian National Anthem

995. Henri Berger. German composer and bandmaster

(1844–1929) sent to Hawaii to conduct the king’s band.

Enamored with the land and people, he became a naturalized citizen and took it upon himself to record traditional Hawaiian hymns, chants, and other music in print to ensure their survival. Autograph musical manuscript, titled and signed at the top, “Hymn of Kamehameha I, H. Berger,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, November 6, 1875. Berger pens the song in four two-line systems containing a total of 32 bars of music and lyrics. The lyrics were originally developed

by King David Kalakaua, who Berger credits at the bottom as “David M. Kahanonesi, Re Kai Hanola.” Fragile, with moderate overall foxing and toning, and partial separations to horizontal folds, otherwise very good condition.

This piece, better known as ‘Hawai’i Pono’i,’ became the Hawaiian National Anthem and today remains the state anthem. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

1000. Enrico Caruso.

Vintage 3.25 x 5 postcard photo of Caruso as Canio in Pagliacci, boldly signed in fountain pen. Photo is affixed to a mount and is framed to an overall size of 9.5 x 11. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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1003. Composers. Collection of five untranslated ALSs, four single-page and one multi-page, with all the letters in French. Letters are from: Charles Gounod (1886), with the original mailing envelope; Edouard Lalo (1888); Jules Massenet (1904); Ambroise Thomas (from the collection of Andre Meyer); and Charles Widor (1910). In fine condition, with scattered toning and edge wear to Thomas’s letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1004. Geraldine Farrar. Vin-

tage matte-finish 7 x 11 full-length photo of Farrar in a powdered wig and gown, inscribed in fountain pen, in French, and signed, “Geraldine Farrar 1908.” Doublematted and framed to an overall size of 14.25 x 18.5. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, and light creasing to three corner tips, with a more noticeable diagonal crease to top left. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1005. Friedrich von Flotow. German composer

(1812-1883) chiefly remembered for his opera Martha, which was popular in the 19th century. AMQS, signed “Fr. v Flotow,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2.25 off-white card. Flotow pens five bars of music and lyrics from the second act of his 1852 opera Indra, signed at the conclusion and dated May 12, 1882. The lyrics translate to “Softly now so silent and snug.” Card is affixed to a 5 x 3.75 black board. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1006. Rudolph Friml. AMQS

on a 5.5 x 7 sheet of Carlton St. Moritz stationery, signed and inscribed in blue ink, “To Miss Blanche, in kindly remembrance, Rudolf Friml, St. Moritz, Aug. 19, 1928.” Friml pens three bars of music that he identifies as “Indian Love Call—Rose Marie.”

In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and some slight spreading to ink. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1007. Wilhelm Furtwangler. Highly regarded German conductor (1886–1954) who became embroiled in controversy with the rise of the Third Reich. Though vehemently anti-Hitler, he was widely viewed as a Nazi sympathizer, which severely impacted his career. Vintage matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 postcard portrait of Furtwangler, signed at the bottom in pencil by both Furtwangler and the photographer, Trude Fleischmann. In fine condition, with Furtwangler’s signature passing over Fleischmann’s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1008. Amelita Galli-Curci. Vintage matte-finish 10

x 13 full-length photo of the soprano in costume, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Fred MacArthur, very sincerely, Amelita GalliCurci.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 18.25.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1009. Gustave Kerker. German composer and conductor who became a Broadway musical director (1857– 1923). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet portrait of Kerker seated, signed in the lower border in black ink, “As ever yours, Gustave Kerker,” and signed and inscribed on the reverse, “To the friend of any youth, Richard Copley, from Gustave Kerker.” Published by W. & D. Downey of London. In fine condition, with light contrast to signature on the reverse against the studio text. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Musical giants Gilbert and Sullivan 1010.

Gilbert and Sullivan. Two vintage 3.5 x 5 matte-finish photos, one of Gilbert signed in fountain pen, “Yours very truly, W. S. Gilbert,” and one of Sullivan signed in fountain pen,“Arthur Sullivan 1895.” Both are double-cloth-mattted and framed together to an overall size of 16 x 13. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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Herbert adorns a portrait with nine musical quotes

1011. Victor Herbert. Vintage matte-finish 10

x 12 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my dear friends Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Buckler, with all best wishes, Nov. 1921, Sincerely yours, Victor Herbert,” adding “Give to the world the best you have and best will come back to you,” under his image. Additionally, Herbert has added nine AMQSs to the borders, all with three or four measures of his compositions. Quotes are from: ‘Badinage,’ ‘Molly,’ ‘Mlle.Modiste,’ ‘Madeleine,’ ‘Natoma,’ ‘Babes in Toyland,’ ‘Eileen,’ ‘Cello Concert,’ and ‘The Serenade.’ In fine condition, with a few creases to bottom corners and a bit of light border soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extraordinarily scarce document assigning publication rights for the legendary composer’s final piece, The Seasons 1012. Franz Joseph Haydn. Excessively rare and extremely desirable manuscript DS in German, one page both sides, 8 x 9.75, July 21, 1801. Untranslated contract in which Haydn cedes publication rights to his oratorio ‘The Seasons’ to Breitkopf & Haertel. Haydn agrees not to sell the work to third parties or make it available to any third parties before publication. He also agrees to copyedit the proofs in due time and to publicly announce having transferred the said publishing rights. Breitkopf & Haertel agree to pay a total royalty of 4500 Viennese florins, 2000 of which are to be advanced at the time of undersigning. Beautifully signed at the conclusion by Haydn, who adds the place and date, “Eisenstadt 21st July 1801,” affixing his monogrammed wax seal, impressed with the initials “JH,” to the right of his signature. In fine to very fine condition, with intersecting folds, writing lightly showing through from opposing sides, a miniscule edge tear, and toning to first page due to wax seal; flaws are mentioned for the strictest of accuracy and do not detract from the essentially pristine appearance of this crisp, boldly signed document.

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After nearly five decades of prolific composition and relentless work, Haydn had solidified his place as one of the most important composers of all time, enjoying international renown and financial stability.

Following the success of his 1798 oratorio, The Creation, he decided to write a second, the Seasons. After Baron Gottfried van Swieten prepared the libretto for it, Haydn began his composition; but with his health declining, he struggled to complete his work, turning the project into a two-year venture. The Seasons finally had its dual premiere (first for the aristocracy, then for the general public) in the spring of 1801, and received overwhelmingly positive reviews. By the time the production was finished, the aging musician found himself physically incapable of continuing his work and quickly assigned the new oratorio to his regular publisher, Breitkopf & Härtel, who released it in 1802.

An outstandingly rare document from the prominent composer at the close of his distinguished career—only the fifth Haydn we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $5000)

1013. Fritz Kreisler and Ferde Grofe. Vintage ink signature, “Fritz

Kreisler,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card; and a vintage ink signature, “Ferde Grofe,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page, with binder holes across the top and typed collector’s notations. Both are encapsulated in plastic PSA/DNA authentication holders. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1016. Ernst Krenek.

Composer who explored atonality and other modern styles and wrote a number of books (1900–1991). AMQS on an off-white 4.75 x 2.75 card, signed in black ballpoint, “Ernst Krenek.” Krenek pens two bars which he identifies as, “Suite for Violoncello solo, op. 84/1938.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1017. Franz Lehar. Popular Austrian composer (1870–1948) of ‘light’ classical music, best known for his operetta, ‘The Merry Widow.’ Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed vertically in black ink by Lehar, adding a four-bar AMQS in three-quarter time. In fine condition, with a small spot of surface loss to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1018. Jenny Lind.

1014. Fritz Kreisler and Jan Kubelik. Two items: vintage 3.5

x 5.25 postcard photo of Kubelik playing his violin, signed in fountain pen; and an original eight-page program for Kreisler’s performance at Boston’s Symphony Hall, 6 x 9, signed on the front cover in pencil.

In fine condition, with a missing corner tip to postcard, and light wear to program. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1015. Jules Massenet. AMQS on an off-white 4.5 x 2.75 card.

Massenet pens two bars of music from ‘Manon,’ signing at the bottom and dated, “Paris 1902.” In fine condition, with a small spot of dampstaining to top right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ink signature, “In kind remembrance of Jenny Goldschmidt now Lind, Liverpool, June 1852,” on an off-white 6.75 x 4.25 album page affixed to a slightly larger scrapbook page. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through letters of the signature), paper loss to lower edge (slightly affecting the date), tape along top edge over a portion of the sentiment, and remnants of an affixed image to the lower right. Accompanied by an unsigned photo and handbill. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1019. Jules Massenet. ANS in French, signed “Massenet,” one page on a 4.25 x 5.5 carte pneumatique, postmarked April 5, 1911. Untranslated note to Madame Lafont. In fine condition, with scattered creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1020. John McCormack. World-

famous Irish tenor and recording artist (1884-1945), celebrated for his performances of the operatic and popular song repertoires. Vintage matte-finish 10 .2 5 x 13 .25 photo, affixed to its original 11 x 15 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink to conductor, pianist, composer, and actor Richard Hageman, “To my friend Richard Hageman in affection of his great art and especially to thank him for his lovely song ‘Christ went up to the Hills’ from his friend and admirer, John McCormack Xmas 1925.” Scattered light silvering to image, and scattered light toning, soiling, and dings to mount, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1021. Nellie Melba. Leg-

endary Australian opera soprano (1861– 1931) revered as one of the greatest singers of her day.

She also lent her name to a number of dishes, including Peach Melba. Original 4 x 5.75 cabinet photo by Reutlinger, signed and inscribed at the top in fountain pen “To Miss Foss, with all good wishes from Nellie Melba 1901.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 14.5. In fine condition, with a slightly trimmed bottom edge.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lengthy 1839 canon in C minor 1022. Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Prodigiously gifted German

Romantic composer (1809–1847).

His musical output represents virtually every form and genre of the era, ranging from piano and chamber music to symphonies and other orchestral music to such large-scale choral masterpieces. Rare and lengthy AMQS on an off-white 12.25 x 8.25 sheet, signed at the conclusion (translated), “In kindest remembrance of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy.”

Mendelssohn pens 14 bars of music on two staves, identifying it above as “Canone a 2,” with the place and date below, “Leipzig 28th Marz, 1841.” In fine condition, with light overall toning (heavier to edges), a few tears repaired with tape to reverse, and a few other small edge chips and tears (none affecting the music or signature). Pencil notation to reverse describes it as an unpublished canon in E-flat minor (misidentified, as this is in C minor). This is most likely a later transcript of the original canons composed in 1837–38. The earliest known example, dated February 1839, is now preserved in the Bibliotheque National in Paris. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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1026. Gregor Piatigorsky. Signed book:

1023. Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Ink signature, “Felix

Mendelssohn-Bartholdy,” on an off-white 3 x 1.25 clipped slip. In fine condition, with some show-through from a notation to reverse (affecting a portion of his last name). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1024. Ignace J. Paderewski.

Vintage pencil signature, “I. J. Paderewski, Nov. 11th 1891,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card affixed to a 6 x 3.5 album page. In fine condition, with some staining to album page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Cellist. Later printing.

Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1965. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 273 pages. Signed on the first free end page in ballpoint, “Gregor Piatigorsky.” In fine condition, with price-clipped dust jacket and previous owner’s gift inscription to half-title page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1027. Rosa Ponselle.

Vintage matte-finish 6 x 8.5 full-length photo of Ponselle in a flowing gown, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Miss Elizabeth Gibbons, Sincerely, Rosa Ponselle, November 1927.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 16. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Two of the virtuoso’s legendary strings presented after a German performance at the height of his fame 1025. Niccolo Paganini. Remarkable Italian violinist and composer (1782–1840) generally regarded as the greatest virtuoso in the history of the instrument. Ink signature and sentiment, in Italian, (translated): “[He] who keeps this will forever be in the memory of Niccolò Paganini, Elberfeld, 6.22 May 1830” on an off-white 5.5 x 4 card, possibly removed from a photo mount, with two coiled violin strings which Paganini tied near the bottom. Uniform mild toning, otherwise fine condition. An unbelievable souvenir presentation from the most celebrated violinist of his time.

During a performance at the height of his career, it is frequently told, Paganini broke a string on his violin, stopped for a moment to retune the remaining three, and resumed playing. A moment later, another broke, and again he resumed; finally, a third broke, leaving him with only one string, on which he was able to beautifully play the remainder of his piece. As Paganini’s fame spread across Europe, so did this tale of his miraculous ability. Rumors swirled of his dealings with the devil that gave him his talent, and his strings became the stuff of legend, with speculation not only on the spirit they held, but also on their making (the intestines of a former lover, some even suggested).

The truth behind the story, though significantly less sensational, underscores his phenomenal talent. While writing his own compositions, Paganini taught himself to play significant portions on only one string. To boost his reputation, he would begin concerts with weakened strings, anticipating their breaking so that he could awe the crowd with his ‘impromptu’ single-string completion of the difficult works. This remarkable souvenir, presented during one of his two performances in the small German municipality of Elberfeld in May of 1830, holds all the charm and intrigue of the masterful violinist at the peak of his career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 243

A letter to his wife while negotiating for his opera

1028. Francis Poulenc. Renowned French composer (1899–1963)

best known for his colorful, energetic keyboard works, art songs and choral music, and the operatic staple ‘Dialogues of the Carmelites.’

First page of sheet music to his song, ‘A Sa Guitarre,’ 8.5 x 13.5, signed and inscribed at the top in black ink, in French, (translated): “To Madame Fredericq as a souvenir of Liege. Very respectfully, Fr. Poulenc 1939.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges, scattered creases, paper loss to bottom, and uniform toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1029. Sergei Rachmaninoff.

Vintage ink signature, “Sergei Rachmaninoff,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lightly-lined sheet. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. Uniform mild toning and tape across top edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1030. Maurice Ravel.

Vintage ink signature, “Maurice Ravel,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 album page, with typed collector’s notations and binder holes across the top edge. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1031. Giacomo Puccini. Mailing envelope from the Hotel Westminster in Paris, 5.25 x 3.5, addressed in Puccini’s hand to, “Madame E. Puccini, Via Verdi 4, Milano, Italie.” Envelope bears an April 17, 1913, postmark. In fine condition. Puccini was in Paris negotiating for the rights to La Houppelande, later his opera Il Tabarro. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I have an opportunity to sell all of my compositions here for a very good price” 1032. Anton Rubinstein.

Russian pianist, composer, and conductor who became a pivotal figure in Russian culture when he founded the Saint Petersburg Conservatory (1829–1894). Uncommon ALS signed “Ant. Rubinstein,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 9, May 4, 1857. Letter to his German publisher. In part (translated): “I have an opportunity to sell all of my compositions here for a very good price. Such a sale would be extremely advantageous to my future. Therefore I ask you to grant me the right to sell. This cannot be detrimental to you and it will be of considerable benefit to me…I hope that you, having been personally supportive of my artistic career, will not deny me this permission.” In very good condition, with fragile intersecting folds with partial edge separations (some noticeably repaired with tape), and mounting remnants to bottom of reverse. Accompanied by an unsigned postcard photo of Rubinstein bearing a facsimile signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable musical quote 1033. Gioachino Rossini. Important Italian composer (1792–1868) who became one of the seminal figures in the history of opera with such repertoire staples as The Barber of Seville and William Tell. AMQS on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card, signed in the center, “G. Rossini, Kissingen, 12 Aut 1856.” Rossini pens five bars of unidentified music. He also adds the place and date, Kissingen, August 12, 1856, along the bottom. Affixed to a 5.75 x 4.75 mount.

In fine condition. Rossini is quite uncommon in musical quotes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1034. Camille Saint-Saens. Prolific and prodigiously talented French Romantic composer (1835–1921) of such timeless works as the ‘Organ’ Symphony,’ the opera ‘Samson et Dalila,’ and the perennial concert favorite ‘Carnival of the Animals.’ Beautifully penned ALS in French, signed “C. Saint-Saens,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 6.5, personal letterhead, September 16, 1906. Letter to a friend about his trip to New York. Translated in part: “I will arrive on the 26th and will be happy to see you on arrival to help me overcome customs difficulties, which I have heard are very disagreeable in America.” In fine condition, with hinge passing through a single letter of signature, and some scattered light spotting along hinge and bottom of page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Salieri—instructor of Beethoven, Schubert, and Liszt— contacts a Viennese singer 1035. Antonio Salieri. Venetian composer and conductor (1750–1825). As the Austrian imperial Kapellmeister from 1788 to 1824, he was one of the most important and famous musicians of his time. Rare ALS in Italian, one page, 4.25 x 7.5, February 6, 1802. Letter to the wife of the physician Joseph Frank, Kristin Gerhardy, letting her know that he has read the manifesto. In fine condition, with light intersecting folds.

Salieri’s numerous contributions to music included time spent instructing Ludwig van Beethoven. The great composer’s relationship with Salieri dated to the 1790s, as Beethoven was establishing his career in Vienna. Around this period, Beethoven had also sought advice from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Alhough the relationship between the two greats is subject to historical debate, Salieri is known to have occasionally offered instruction in Italian vocal composition style, offering suggestions on how to fine-tune Beethoven’s work. Their teacher-student relationship lasted until at least 1802, the year of this correspondence. Beethoven is said to have taken full advantage of Salieri’s willingness “to give gratuitous instruction to musicians of small means,” with scholars noting that Beethoven took greater care in creating the structure of his works and developing a style following his time with Salieri—a period that overlapped this correspondence to Gerhardy. Gerhardy, a talented Viennese singer, took an active part in the cultural life of Vienna along with her physician husband, and judging from this letter had also solicited advice from Salieri. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“She just sang two pieces of mine at the Chevillard Concert.

She’s just a little slip of a woman who doesn’t have a very large voice but she possesses a talent of the 1st order” 1036. Camille Saint-Saens. ALS in French, signed “C. Saint-Saens,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 7, December 18, 1904. Letter to Pauline Viardot-Garcia. In full (translated): “I’ve given Madame Bressler-Gianoli a letter of recommendation for you. She just sang two pieces of mine at the Chevillard Concert. She’s just a little slip of a woman who doesn’t have a very large voice but she possesses a talent of the 1st order and a musical intelligence rarely found, accompanied by an even more extraordinary modesty. Her dream is to obtain some words of advice from you. Listen to her. I am sure that she will interest you.” In fine condition, with hinge passing through a single letter of signature, and a bit of scattered light soiling to first page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1037. Mario Sammarco. Italian bari-

1039. Artur Schnabel.

Highly regarded Austrian pianist (1882–1951) renowned especially for his interpretations of Beethoven and Schubert. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by N. Stockmann of Vienna, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Artur Schnabel 27/3 1900.” Some scattered light surface marks, slightly rounded corners, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

tone (1868–1930).

Vintage matte-finish 4.75 x 7 photo by Montabone Studio of Milan, affixed to its original 8 x 11.25 photographer’s mount, inscribed in fountain pen, in Italian, and signed “Mario Sammarco, Odessa 1904.” Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.75 x 18. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1038. Max von Schillings. German conduc-

tor, composer, and theatre director (1868–1933).

Original 6.25 x 8.75 cabinet photo of an illustrated portrait of Schillings, signed and inscribed at the bottom of the image in pencil, and dated Berlin, March 1916.

Published by H. Brandseph of Stuttgart. In fine condition, with some surface scuffing to the facial area and tiny tack holes to corners. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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1040. Nicolai Soloviev.

Russian composer and music critic (1846–1916).

AMQS on an off-white 5.5 x 5 sheet, signed at the bottom in Cyrillic, “N. Soloviev,” and dated December 11, 1908.

Soloviev pens four bars of music, which he marks, “Andante.” The sheet is signed above Soloviev’s AMQS by Medea Figner and Joseph Slivinski. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Schoenberg demonstrates his twelve-tone technique 1041. Arnold Schoenberg.

Neatly-penned AMQS on an off-white 9.5 x 4 sheet, dated March 1, 1934, signed at the conclusion in black ink, “Mit besten Grüßen, Arnold Schoenberg.”

Schoenberg lays out in four bars the twelve-tone sequence that appears in the Wind Quintet, Opus 26, labeling the sections as “Anteceding Sentence,” “Consequent Sentence,” and “Retrograde Set.” Floatmounted and framed to an overall size of 17.75 x 10.25. Four vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), a few edge creases, and a small area of paper loss to the lower right corner (near but not affecting the signature), otherwise fine condition. Schoenberg fled to the United States from Austria in 1933, after the Nazi party labeled his twelve-tone technique—which involved the manipulation of an ordered series of all twelve tones in the chromatic scale—a form of ‘degenerate’ music comparable to jazz. Penned shortly after arriving in Boston to teach at the Malkin Conservatory, this piece is of the utmost desirability as it is an example of the influential form of composition that Schoenberg is best known for. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

1042. Oscar Straus. Viennese composer (1870–1954) of operettas, film scores, and cabaret songs.

Original 5.25 x 8.5 cabinet photo of Straus twirling his mustache and wearing a heavy winter coat, signed and inscribed on the mount in German in black ink, adding a three-bar AMQS and date of July 14, 1903. Published by N. Perfeheid of Leipzig. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1043. John Philip Sousa.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “John Philip Sousa 1927,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page, with typed collector’s notations and binder holes across the top edge. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1044. Richard Strauss and Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari. Two envelopes: a 6 x 4.75

envelope addressed in Strauss’s hand to composer-conductor Bernhard Schuster, and signed on the reverse in the return address area, “Richard Strauss”; and a 6 x 4 envelope, addressed in Wolf-Ferrari’s hand to theater director Bruno von Niessen, and signed in the return address area, “E. Wolf-Ferrari.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Beautiful quote from his comic opera ‘Der Rosenkavalier’

1045. Richard Strauss. ALS in German, one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, July 12, 1897. Untranslated. In fine condition, with two punch holes to top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exquisite portrait with a musical association

1047. Richard Strauss. AMQS on an off-white 5.75 x 4 musicallylined sheet. Strauss pens four double bars of music from ‘Rosencavalier,’ signed at the bottom, “Richard Strauss, 8.5.47.” In fine condition.

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

1048. Marion Talley.

Vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 double-weight photo of Talley in costume as Queen of the Night from Mozart’s ‘Magic Flute,’ signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Joseph Huntley, with very best wishes, Marion Talley, Sept. 14, 1927.” Reverse bears several promotional stamps. A single tack hole to each corner tip, small tear to bottom edge, and a small circular impression to bottom, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1049. Lawrence Tibbett.

1046. Kurt Weill. Superb vintage glossy 7 x 8.75 head-and-shoulders portrait of Weill wearing a bow tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to Jerome Moross with a sentiment in German. In fine condition, with a tiny tear to the right side, slight paper loss to corners, and slightly trimmed edges. The original recipient, Jerome Moross, was a fellow composer known for his television and film scores, one of which earned him an Academy Award nomination. Weill is especially rare in signed photos, particularly of this size, adding to the allure of this wonderful piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Tibbett in character as Simon Boccanegra, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Kenneth Johnson from Lawrence Tibbett 1938 as “‘Boccanegra.’” In fine condition, with a couple creases to top right corner and photographer’s stamp along bottom. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

contemporary music Vintage Beach Boys with all three Wilson brothers 1050. Beach Boys. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Thanks, Dennis Wilson,” “Esther! Brian,” “Carl,” “Hi Mike, B. Boys,” and “Hi—Alan, Beach Boys” on an off-white 4.5 x 8.25 sheet. Matted and framed with a Shut Down Volume 2 album to an overall size of 27 x 16.25. Scattered light toning and creasing, and some light show-through from printing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

‘Fab Four’ signatures with a scarce unused Hard Day’s Night Embassy Theatre ticket

1051.

Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,“ and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white slip and a ballpoint signature, “John Lennon,” on a separate off-white sheet with a photo of Lennon affixed to the bottom portion.

Both are matted and framed together with two 45 rpm record sleeves and an oversized unused ticket for a special preview of A Hard Day’s Night at the Embassy Theatre to an overall size of 17.25 x 22.

In fine condition, with a uniform mild block of toning over Lennon’s signature, and some light edge toning to other slip. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Superlative 1963 signatures, obtained on the 14th stop on The Beatles’ UK tour with Roy Orbison

1052. Beatles. Superlative vintage

ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon, xxx,” “Paul McCartney xxx,” “George Harrison,” and “Beatles, Ringo Starr, xx,” on a light blue 5 x 3 album page still inside its original autograph book.

In fine condition. The autographs were obtained at the Granada Cinema, Tooting, London, on June 1, 1963. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. The Beatles played a seven-song set at their Granada Cinema show, consisting of ‘Some Other Guy,’ ‘Do You Want to Know a Secret,’ ‘Love Me Do,’ ‘From Me to You,’ ‘Please Please Me,’ ‘I Saw Her Standing There,’ and ‘Twist and Shout.’ A choice, uninscribed set of early signatures.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Hoffman promo card shot on the day of their 1962 ‘Love Me Do’ recording session at Abbey Road 1053. Beatles.Vintage

Parlophone Records promotional photocard from October of 1962, featuring an image of the band working in the recording studio originally taken by Dezo Hoffmann, 5.25 x 3.25, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, circa late 1962,

by George Harrison, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr.”

Matted and framed with a laserprint of the front of a similar card to an overall size of 9 x 11.25. Reverse of the card has been professionally cleaned, including around the signatures. Aforementioned cleaning and a couple of light creases, one touching top of Harrison’s last name, otherwise fine condition. Taken at Abbey Road Studios during their recording session of ‘Love Me Do’ on September 4, 1962, by famed Beatles photographer Dezo Hoffmann, this image shows the group in their final incarnation at the very beginning of their storied career, and is the first promo card with new drummer Ringo. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Superb signatures obtained by a young fan on September 7, 1963 1054.

Beatles. Very nice vintage ink signatures, “Love from the Beatles, George Harrison xxx,” “John Lennon xxx,” and “Paul McCartney xxx,” on an off-white 4 x 4.5 album page; and a blue ink signature, “Love, Ringo Starr xxx,” on a light pink 4.5 x 4 album page. Signatures were obtained at Fairfield Hall, Croydon, England on September 7, 1963. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient which reads, in part, “I attended three Beatles concerts in 1963…The second time was at the Fairfield Halls 7th September 1963 when I got three signatures on one page and Ringo’s separately.” This show was the last of four consecutive dates of a mini tour of England. They were granted by Brian Epstein following the cancellation of several Mersey Beat Showcase nights earlier in 1963. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Fantastic and very early magazine, signed after their only shows at the Candie Gardens in August of 1963

1055. Beatles. Scarce original vintage UK Beatles magazine from

1963, published by PYX, 7.25 x 9.5, 28 pages, featuring a classic color Dezo Hoffman photograph of band in their matching gray collarless suits on the cover, signed in fountain pen, “Paul McCartney,” “Ringo Starr,” and “George Harrison,” and in blue ballpoint, “John Lennon.” In fine condition, with a couple of trivial light brushes to McCartney’s and Harrison’s signatures, not at all detracting from the bright, fresh presentation. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the sister of the original recipient, who writes, in part, “I was jealous that our Maggie and her friends had been allowed to go see them play at the Candie Gardens only a few miles from were [sic] we lived…She and her friend hung around before and after the concert and got quite a few items autographed…Maggie says they were very chatty and friendly especially Paul, but after a while John said if they weren‘t prepared to help load the van up then they had to piss off.” Records show the Beatles only appeared one time at the Candie Gardens, playing two shows on August 8, 1963. The band seldom signed magazines, and this particular magazine, featuring a nearly pristine classic color Hoffman signed image, elevates this item to the upper echelon of rock and roll memorabilia. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 251

Mimicking his Beatle counterparts, John offers a ‘complete’ set

1056. Beatles: John Lennon. Vintage ballpoint signature

all in Lennon’s hand, “John Lennon xxx, Ringo Starr xxx, George Harrison xxx, and Paul McCartney xxx,” on an off-white 6 x 4 irregularly clipped slip. In fine condition, with irregularly trimmed edges and extremely subtle foxing. Signature dates to December 1963. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Yoko “and her famous husband John Lennon” present a copy of Grapefruit to an actor, complete with Lennon sketches

1057. Beatles: John Lennon and Yoko Ono. Signed book: Grapefruit. Second edition. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1970. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 5.5. Signed and inscribed in black felt tip on the first free end page to Swiss actor and theater critic Pierre Biner, “To Pierre, with love, Yoko Ono,” and “and her famous husband John Lennon 71!” adding self portrait caricatures of himself and Yoko. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. A charming and witty example of Lennon taking a back seat to his wife’s work, as she presents her art in America, at the same time the Beatles were dissolving. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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1058. Beatles: George Harrison. Vintage ink

signature and inscription, “To Zoe, love from George Harrison,” on a light green 3 x 2 album page. Page is still housed in its original 3.25 x 2.25 hardcover autograph album. In fine condition, with a bit of light discoloration along bottom edge. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1059. Beatles: Paul McCartney.

Paul McCartney—The Music and Animation Collection DVD, signed on the front cover (under the plastic) in blue felt tip. In fine condition. The DVD is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1061. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Abbey Road (2009 remaster) album signed on the front cover in silver ink. In fine condition, with a couple of minor edge creases. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lennon photo acquired backstage by a star-struck teen’s teacher 1060.

Beatles: John Lennon.

Vintage 6 x 7.75 Valex cardstock composite photo of each band member on stage, signed and inscribed in red ink, “Margaret, with love, John Lennon.” The photo also bears barely legible indistinct signatures of Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, all added

by Lennon. In very good condition, with moderate contrast to inscription, scattered creases, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient of the photo, whose school teacher acquired the signatures for her. In part, “The Beatles played Preston Public Hall on Friday September 13th 1963…John Lennon was my favorite. We had a very young & trendy teacher called Ian Thompson…One of his close friends played in a group called The Big Three…The concert went by in a blur of noise, excitement and disbelief. The support band managed to keep everyone well entertained before the star turn (It may have been the Big Three??)…I couldn’t wait to go to school the following Monday & discuss with my friends & Mr. Thompson…he redeemed himself when he gave me a promotional photo of the ‘Fab Four.’ I was astounded & never more pleased to receive anything in my life when I saw that it had been autographed by all the Beatles over their respective signatures…It transpired that Mr. Thompson was backstage throughout both performances (I think the Big Three were part of the lineup).” She goes on to detail a discussion between her teacher and Lennon when signing the photo, with Lennon commenting, “We didn’t have teachers like you when I was in school.” Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 253

1065. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Vintage ballpoint signature,

“Best wishes, Paul McCartney,” on an off-white 2.25 x 4.25 sheet of Babycham stationery. In fine condition, with mild toning to horizontal edges. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1062. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (2009 remaster) album signed on the front cover in silver ink. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1063. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Help! CD

signed on the front cover of the booklet in black felt tip by Paul McCartney and Victor Spinetti, and signed and inscribed in blue ink, “Best wishes to Steve, from George Martin.” In fine condition. The CD is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Postcards from the Boys 1064. Beatles: Ringo Starr. Signed book: Postcards from the Boys. London: Cassell Illustrated, 2004. Hardcover, 10.25 x 10.5, 111 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Ringo.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Stunning early portrait of America’s premiere songwriter 1066. Irving Berlin.

Radiant vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.5 portrait of Berlin, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Abe—World’s greatest newsboy, Irving Berlin.”

Lower right bears an ink studio notation from Tycko. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges and brushing to studio notation. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1067. Irving Berlin. Bound music book entitled, “Songs from Irving Berlin’s ‘Alexander’s Ragtime Band,’” 9 x 12, 180 pages, signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “To Phyllis Arthur, best wishes from Irving Berlin.” Autographic condition: fine, with some light toning and soiling to signed page. Book condition: VG-/None, in a VG+ custommade case. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Spectacularly early crystal-clear oversized portrait

1068. Leonard Bernstein. Scarce vintage

matte-finish 11 x 14 portrait of Bernstein looking to his left, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Bill Wiemann, with affectionate good wishes, Leonard Bernstein, NYC 1946.” In fine condition, with a small area of paper loss to lower left corner and edges appearing to be slightly trimmed. An exceptionally desirable piece, this is both the largest and earliest Bernstein photo we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1069. Leonard Bernstein. AMQS on an off-white 7.75 x 10.25 sheet of music manuscript paper. Bernstein pens two bars of music and lyrics from ‘Maria,’ signed underneath, “Leonard Bernstein ’79.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Check endorsed by the ‘Lizard King’ shortly before turning 27 1070. The Doors: Jim Morrison. Johnson & Harband

Management business check, 8.25 x 3.5, filled out in type and made payable to Jim Morrison for $100.00, November 20, 1970, endorsed on the reverse in brown felt tip by Morrison, “J. Morrison.” Expected cancellation holes and a counter signature of Robert Greene underneath Morrison’s, otherwise, check is in extremely crisp, clean, fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Phenomenal oversized photo of fourteen legendary composers sent to Washington to stand up for songwriters’ rights in the spring of 1924

1071. Composers. Fabulous vintage oversized matte-finish 21.5 x 9.5 photo by Schutz, titled along the bottom, “American Composers &

Authors visiting president Coolidge, at the White House, Washington, D. C., April 17, 1924,” picturing 14 legendary composers posing outside of the White House, signed along the right side in fountain pen by all 14: John Philip Sousa, Maude Nugent, William Jerome, Charles Harris, Oley Speaks, Harry von Tilzer, Harry B. Smith, Werner Janssen, Raymond Hubbell, Otto Harbach, Jerome Kern, Irving Berlin, Gene Buck, and Victor Herbert. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 28.25 x 17. In fine condition, with a bit of light irregular ink adhesion to small portions of a couple of signatures, and some slight spreading to last name of another signature.

From the early days of radio, the use of phonographic records as a source of programming material stirred up controversy. In 1914, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) was formed to defend the rights of musicians and ensure that they would be compensated for any public use of their work. When Senator Clarence Dill introduced a bill that would exempt radio broadcasters from having to pay for the use of copyrighted music in 1924, ASCAP formed this fourteen-man delegation to appear before Congress on their behalf. On April 17, the group attended the hearings on the bill, during which Sousa blurted out, ‘The Radio Corporation of America gets money, doesn’t it? If they get money out of my tunes, I want some of it, that’s all.’ Thanks in part to the efforts of these men, Dill’s bill failed to pass, granting songwriters royalties for the radio transmission of their work. An extraordinary photo capturing fourteen of music’s leading figures, forging the way for musicians yet to come in the emerging technologies that would benefit from their work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

1072. Nat King Cole.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of the Nat King Cole trio, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “ To O d e l l a , Best wishes always, Nat King Cole.” Scattered creases and surface marks, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Dylan’s well-received latest release

1073. Bob Dylan. Tempest CD

signed on the front cover of the booklet in silver ink. In fine condition.

The CD is included. Accompanied by the original receipt. This is from the ‘pop up store’ promotion for the release of the CD on September 10, 2001. Dylan signed a limited number of copies of the CD—approximately 60 to 70 worldwide—to be sold to the first customers at the stores, which were open for just one week. This was the first time in Dylan’s entire career that he ever offered autographed CDs or LPs. Additionally, a number of the signatures were accidentally smudged, making flawless examples such as this quite difficult to find. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original Free line-up with Paul Kossoff

1074. Free. Rare vintage 10 x 5.5 composte band photo, clipped

from the back of their 1969 sophomore self-titled album, signed in blue pencil by all four members, each signing under their respective image: Paul Rodgers, Andy Fraser, Paul Kossoff, and Simon Kirke.

Signatures uniformly light due to irregular adhesion, but still completely legible, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Consignor notes signatures were obtained in the summer of 1969 at a club gig in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne while touring in support of their first two albums. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1075. Duke Ellington. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To my friend Don Grady, Good luck, Duke Ellington.” A couple of corner creases and signature and inscription a bit light due to decreased ink flow and skipping, but still completely legible, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Distinguished portrait of the ‘Rhapsody In Blue’ composer 1076. George Gershwin. Stunning vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 Mishkin portrait of Gershwin, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Mildred—All the best, from George Gershwin, Apr. 28, 1934.” In fine condition, with a speck of re-colored surface loss to the upper left background area. A handsome image of this most desirable jazz composer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Gershwin pens four bars of his jazzy standard

1077. George Gershwin. AMQS in pencil on an

off-white 6 x 4.25 album page, signed and inscribed in pencil, “To Irene—all the best, George Gershwin.”

Gershwin pens four bars from “Liza,” which he composed for the 1929 musical Show Girl. In fine condition. The song has since been recorded by the likes of Thelonious Monk, Art Tatum, Mel Torme, Chick Webb, and Teddy Wilson. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Gershwins sign a very limited edition of Porgy and Bess

1079. George and Ira Gershwin. Signed book: Porgy and Bess. Limited first edition of 250 copies (this being No. 225). NY: Random

House, 1935. Hardcover with slipcase, 9.75 x 12.5, 559 pages. Signed on the colophon in fountain pen by George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, librettists Dubose Heyward, and director Rouben Mamoulian. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. Seldom offered, these editions are highly coveted by collectors. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Guthrie’s typed lyrics for three songs, with pencil notes to one unpublished tune

1080. Woody Guthrie. Three pages of typed lyrics, each 8.5 x 14, for the unpublished songs ‘Question Box,’ and ‘Jesus Christ,’ and ‘Whyo Whyo Why?,’ which appears on Songs to Grow On. On the ‘Question Box’ sheet, Guthrie has added pencil notations to the left edge which read, “Holler tune—high hope—‘Head Rise.’” In very good condition, with uniform toning, areas of paper loss to edges, scattered creases, and several tape repairs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Hendrix and the revolutionary Experience 1082. Jimi Hendrix Experience.

Vintage red ballpoint signature, “Jimi Hendrix,” and blue ballpoint signatures, “Mitch,” and “Cheers Noel Redding,” on a yellow album page trimmed to a size of 4.25 x 3 and affixed to an identical size sheet of cardboard. In fine condition, with light wrinkling and staining from adhesive, not detracting from the crisp legibility of the signatures. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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The legendary Broadway duo agrees to public performances of their works

1085. Cole Porter. Signed book: Red Hot and Blue.

1083. Lerner and Loewe. Two identical documents, one signed

“Alan Jay Lerner,” and the other signed, “Frederick Loewe,” both four pages on two adjoined sheets, stamp-dated November 11, 1975.

Agreements are between Lerner and Loewe and ASCAP, granting “the right to license non-dramatic public performances…of each musical work: of which the Owner is a copyright proprietor.” In fine condition.

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Limited first edition of 300 copies (this being No. 15). NY: Random House, 1936. Hardcover, 9.25 x 12.25. Signed on the colophon in black ink. Book is presented in a customclamshell case. Autographic condition: fine, with a bit of trivial edge toning to signed page. Book condition: VG-/ None, in NF case. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1084. Glenn Miller. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Glenn Miller Orches-

tra letterhead, February 19, 1940. Letter to Thomas Crocker of the Lake Shore Country Club. In full: “The last number on our program of February 8th was Tuxedo Junction. In case you are interested, we have recently recorded this number for Victor Bluebird and expect it will be released for sale very soon.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1086. Cole Porter. Vintage matte-finish 4.75 x 7 head-and-shoulders

photo, signed and inscribed in black ink “For Mrs. Ed Smith, with best wishes, Cole Porter.” Matted and framed by Goodspeed’s Book Shop in Boston to an overall size of 10 x 12.5. Some scattered light creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce mid-1960s program photo of the classic Stones lineup 1088. Rolling Stones. Vintage

1087. Elvis Presley. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Elvis

Presley,” on an off-white 5 x 3 lightly-lined sheet, dated in the upper left in an unknown hand, “9-27-65”. In fine condition, with some very minor spreading to ink in signature and inscription resulting in a slightly fuzzy appearance and a few light edge creases. Signature was obtained by a fan on the backlot of Paramount Studios after meeting Elvis while filming Paradise Hawaiian Style. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

6.5 x 9.25 program photo of the full group posing beneath a sign for Greenwich and Tower Bridge, signed circa 1964 in blue ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts.

In very good condition, with some small tears and creases to edges, and an area of toning to top from tape affixed to reverse. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable pairing of the legendary Broadway duo, with a musical quote from their hit ‘My Heart Stood Still’

1089. Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. Vintage AMQS, signed “Richard Rodgers, New York,” with three bars of ‘My Heart Stood Still’ penned by Rodgers below and headed, “Con Amore”; and a fountain pen signature, “I’m grateful for a little ease with Chappaqua’s Praxitzles, Lorenz Hart,” on an off-white 9.5 x 9.5 sheet, most likely from a guest book. A matted contemporary photo of the duo is affixed to the center of the sheet. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 15.75. In fine condition. A feature song in 1927’s hit musical A Connecticut Yankee, ‘My Heart Stood Still’ became one of the duo’s most popular songs over the course of the next three decades, with renditions recorded by such legendary performers as Frank Sinatra, Chet Baker, and Ella Fitzgerald (among many others). Holding the signatures of both the composer and the lyricist, this is a wonderfully scarce combination, further enhanced

by Rodgers’s musical quote. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Clean 1963 signatures of the entire band

1091. Rolling Stones. Vintage circa late-1963 ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Bill Wyman, Keith Richards, and Charlie Watts on an off-white 4.5 x 4 album page, and a ballpoint signature of Brian Jones on a yellow album page of the same size. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.‌(MB $200)

1092. Rolling Stones. Vintage UK pressing of The Rolling Stones No. 2 album signed on the reverse of the sleeve in blue ballpoint

by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Charlie Watts. In very good condition, with moderate scattered creases (heavier to corners), and some light toning and soiling. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Signatures date to the mid-1960s. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.‌(MB $200)

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Sondheim and 18 others present a script from Company

1094. Stephen Sondheim. Original brad-bound working script for Company, 9 x 11.25, 88 pages, signed on the opening pages in black felt tip by 19 cast members and creators including Stephen Sondheim, Harold Prince (director), George Furth, Dean Jones, Donna McKechnie, Dona Vaughn, Barbara Barrie, Pamela Myers, Cathy Corkill, Teri Ralston, Beth Howland, Steve Elmore, Alice Cannon, and Merle Louise, with many adding brief inscriptions. Script is presented in a custom-clamshell case with a 1993 letter from Broadway Cares Equity Fights Aids organization presenting the script to a buyer. Some haloing to some of the signatures, light page toning, and wear to front cover, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“Soul to Soul, Stevie Ray Vaughan”

1097. Stevie Ray Vaughan. Couldn’t Stand the Weather album signed and inscribed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “To Ian, Soul to Soul, Stevie Ray Vaughan.” In fine condition, with a few slight creases and edge dings, and a trivial adhesive remnant near his hat.

The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1095. Stephen Sondheim. Cardstock 8 x 10 photo

of Sondheim smoking on a balcony, signed and inscribed vertically in black felt tip, “To John Norbutt and his friends— Best wishes from Stephen Sondheim,” adding a two-bar AMQS from an unidentified work. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1096. Stephen Sondheim.

AMQS on an off-white 7 x 10.25 sheet of musical manuscript paper.

Sondheim pens four bars from an unidentified work, signed and inscribed, “For Peter Heimink, Stephen Sondheim, 11/9/84.” In fine condition.

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

1098. Fats Waller. DS, signed “Thomas ‘Fats’ Waller,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 14, March 20, 1940. Standard Uniform Popular Songwriters Contract between Waller and the Georgia Music Corp., transferring the rights to print “a certain heretofore unpublished original musical composition…now entitled, Fats Waller’s New Piano Folio, containing: ‘Old Grand Dad’; ‘Wand’ring ’Round’; ‘Sneaking Home’; ‘Don’t Let My Castles Fall’; ‘China Jumps’; ‘Palm Garden’…In the event these numbers are published individually, Thomas Waller shall receive a royalty of three cents per copy.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Waller, adding his address, and countersigned by a representative of the company. Also initialed by Waller beside a stipulation added to the contract. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1099. Aerosmith: Steven Tyler

1100. Air Supply

1101. Albums

1102. Gregg Allman

1103. America MB $100

1104. Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe

1105. The Angels

1106. Paul Anka

1107. Adam Ant

1108. Harry Armstrong

1109. Bad Company

1110. Beach Boys: Jardine and Marks

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1111. Beatles: Sid Bernstein MB $100

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1113. Beatles: George Martin MB $100

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1114. Beatles: May Pang MB $100

1115. Beatles: White and Best

1116. Beatles: Andy White

1117. The Bee Gees

1118. The Bee Gees

1119. Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim

1120. Leonard Bernstein

1121. Eubie Blake

1122. Eubie Blake

1123. Bon Jovi

1124. David Bowie

1125. Benjamin Britten

1126. The Cars

1127. Harry Chapin

1128. Petula Clark

1129. The Clash

1130. Van Cliburn

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1131. Van Cliburn

1132. George M. Cohan

1133. Nat King Cole

1134. Colosseum

1135. Alice Cooper MB $100

1136. Country Music Hall of Fame

1137. Deep Purple: Ian Gillian

1138. John Denver

1139. Bo Diddley

1140. Fats Domino

1141. Donovan

1142. Donovan

1143. The Doors: Manzarek and Krieger

1144. The Doors: Ray Manzarek

1145. Cass Elliot

1146. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer

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1147. Jerry Fielding MB $100

1148. Focus MB $100

1149. Foreigner MB $100

1150. Freddie and the Dreamers MB $100

1151. Free: Andy Fraser

1152. Ira Gershwin

1153. The Go Go’s

1154. The Grass Roots

1155. Grateful Dead: Tom Constanten

1156. Green Day

1157. Peter Green Splinter Group

1158. Merle Haggard

1159. Hall and Oates

1160. W. C. Handy

1161. Heart: Ann and Nancy Wilson

1162. Heart: Ann and Nancy Wilson

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1163. Jimi Hendrix: Gypsy Sun and Rainbows

1164. The Ink Spots

1165. Michael Jackson

1166. Michael Jackson

1167. Michael Jackson

1168. Michael Jackson

1169. Jefferson Airplane

1170. Jefferson Airplane

1171. Jesus Christ Superstar: Ted Neeley

1172. Jethro Tull: Ian Anderson

1173. Elton John

1174. Journey

1175. Joy Division

1176. Kansas

1177. B. B. King

1178. Carole King

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1179. Carole King

1180. The Kinks

1181. The Kinks

1182. The Kinks

1183. Gene Krupa

1184. Mario Lanza

1185. Led Zeppelin: Jimmy Page

1186. The Left Banke: Tony Sansone

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1187. Tom Lehrer

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1188. Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller

1189. Annie Lennox

1190. Alan Jay Lerner

1191. Jerry Lee Lewis

1192. Jerry Lee Lewis

1193. Liberace

1194. Kenny Loggins

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1195. Loretta Lynn

1196. Lynyrd Skynyrd

1197. Madonna

1198. Madonna

1199. Melanie

1200. Gian Carlo Menotti

1201. The Monkees

1202. Moody Blues

1203. Moody Blues

1204. Moody Blues

1205. Moody Blues

1206. Musical Miscellany

1207. Musicians

1208. The New Vaudeville Band

1209. Ozzy Osbourne

1210. Luciano Pavarotti

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1212. Peter, Paul, and Mary

1213. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters

1214. Billy Preston

1215. Rainbow

1216. The Ramones

1217. Lou Reed

1218. Return to Forever

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1219. Rock and Roll

1222. Merrilee Rush

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1220. Diana Ross

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1221. Rush

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1223. Pete Seeger

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1224. Kate Smith MB $100

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1226. Dusty Springfield

1227. Steely Dan

1228. Stephen Stills

1229. Styx

1230. The Taste

1231. Ten Years After

1232. Virgil Thomson

1233. Vanilla Fudge

1234. Joe Walsh MB $100

1235. Andrew Lloyd Webber

1236. Woodstock

1237. Woodstock

1238. Yes

1239. Warren Zevon

1240. The Zombies

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classic entertainment Shocking and titillating portrait of the ‘Black Venus’

1243. Lionel Atwill. Very distinguished vintage matte-finish 7 x 9.5 photo of Atwill in a top hat and overcoat, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For: Fred Schaeffer, with my best wishes from his friend, Lionel Atwill, Feb 21, 1921.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges, with right side closely trimmed against signature, and a bit of scattered light silvering. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1244. Tallulah Bankhead. Vin-

tage matte-finish 8.5 x 11.5 Dorothy Wilding photo, affixed to its original 9.25 x 13 mount (with Wilding’s label affixed to the reverse), signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Peter, with best wishes from Tallulah Bankhead 1931.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks, edge wear to mount, and some light spotting to facial area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1245. Ethel Barrymore. Gorgeous

vintage matte-finish 9 x 12.5 portrait of Barrymore affixed to a slightly larger mount, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To dear Dodie—with love— Ethel.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1246. Josephine Baker. African-American expatriate singer and dancer (1906–1975), nicknamed the ‘Black Venus,’ who became one of the greatest sensations of Jazz-Age Paris. Incredible vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Baker in a risque two-piece costume adorned with spikes, signed and inscribed in white ink “To Church, With lots of admiration and beaucoup de friendship, bien sincerement, Josephine Baker, New York, 1936.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Surely an almost scandalous image for its time. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I never saw you but I will gratify your curiosity in the way you ask” 1247. P. T. Barnum.

ALS, one page, 5.25 x 8, June 6, 1888. Letter to “Bessie.” In full: “Your letter is rec’d of course I never saw you but I will gratify your curiosity in the way you ask.” In fine condition, with light corner tip creases and slight dampstaining to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1248. Cecil Beaton. Vintage

glossy 8 x 10 photo of Beaton posing next to a mantle, signed and inscribed in black ink, “For Walter Alfon, Best wishes & kudos, Cecil Beaton.” Reverse bears a promotional stamp for Noel Coward’s upcoming play Look After Lulu.

Slightly trimmed edges, a couple of creases, and some mild rubbing and rippling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1249. Sarah Bernhardt.

Printed vintage signed and inscribed ink portrait of Bernhardt by R. Kastor on an offwhite 9.75 x 12 sheet, signed and inscribed in French by Bernhardt and dated 1920. In fine condition, with some light edge soiling which could easily be matted out. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Magnificent portrait by the illustrious Fryer 1251. Humphrey Bogart. Superlative vintage mattefinish 8 x 10 portrait of Bogart in a quintessentially handsome pose, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Vic, Sincerely, Humphrey Bogart.” Blindstamped in the lower left by famed Hollywood photographer Elmer Fryer. In fine condition, with signature a shade light and showing moderate contrast against the dark background. An outstanding image of Bogart in his prime in truly remarkable condition.

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1250. Sarah Bernhardt. Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 10 photo, in-

scribed in fountain pen, in French, and signed “Sarah Bernhardt—1911.”

Framed to an overall size of 10 x 13. A light crease through date, scattered light surface marks and creases, and an old tape remnant to lower right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Quite possibly Bogart’s final autograph as remembered by his boat’s skipper

1252. Humphrey Bogart. Choice vintage ink signature and inscription, “For Lou, Regards, Humphrey Bogart,” on an off-white album page. Double-matted with a glossy 10 x 8 Warner Bros. promotional photo for Casablanca to an overall size of 15 x 18. In fine condition.

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1253. Humphrey Bogart. Boat pass for the tenth annual San Pedro Fisherman’s Fiesta, 3.25 x 4.5, two pages, held on September 15 and 16, 1956, for a spot on board the boat Monsoon, signed vertically in blue ballpoint by Bogart. In fine condition, with a torn punch hole to top left, and a couple small spots of tape toning to inside. Accompanied by a detailed letter of provenance from the original recipient, which reads, in part, “My dad worked for many years in a liquor store about 4 miles from the docks...The week-end of the fiesta was one of the times that Bogie was on his boat…I remember that Bogie was seated in sort of a director’s chair.

He had a blanket over his lap, and he never got up…The only paper we had was my boat pass from the parade…After Bogart died, his skipper continued to come to my father’s liquor store. One time he gave my dad the following information: He said that Bogart and he were reminiscing one day in the hospital room. Bogie said that the last autograph he gave to anyone in the public was to ‘the little girl who came by that Sunday when we were on the boat.’” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

Choice vintage Bogie signature 1254. Humphrey Bogart. Vintage fountain pen signature,

“Humphrey Bogart,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 card. Also signed

by J. Carrol Naish, which could be easily matted out. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“You’ve made one real bad mistake” 1255. Marlon Brando. Autograph

notes, two pages, 6 x 4, January 26, 2000. Brando pens some cryptic notes.

In part: “You’ve made one real bad mistake. You don’t have any room for another…Hamburger helper.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fantastic original self-portait sketch of The Little Tramp 1256. Charlie Chaplin. Original vintage signed pencil

self-portrait of his instantly-recognizable Little Tramp character on an off-white 4 x 1.75 card, signed in pencil, “‘Salutations,’ Charlie Chaplin,” adding “me” with an arrow drawn to the sketch. In very good condition, with scattered foxing and soiling, and a crease to the right edge. An exceptionally rare and desirable sketch by the iconic actor of his signature character. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The future Oscar winner fails his math homework 1258. Robert DeNiro. Homework in pencil from one of DeNiro’s childhood math classes, one page both sides, 6 x 9, no date, signed at the top. DeNiro answers eight ‘word problems,’ which he solves using multiplication, long division, subtraction, and addition; some questions include calculating the prices of jelly, hats, and fencing. His teacher scored his work in red pencil, marking just three correct for a total score of 38/100; in our opinion, he should have received partial credit on the third question—he expressed the correct answer, but as a fraction rather than as a percentage. In fine condition with central vertical and horizontal folds, light edge toning, and a couple small edge tears.

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1257. George Cukor. Hu-

morous TLS signed “George,” one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, February 8, 1951. Letter to Spencer Tracy. In part: “I have taken it upon myself to send you the plans of the Tracy residence in the new Cukor Development (otherwise known as ‘THE-LAST-STOPBEFORE-THE-MOTIONPICTURE-RELIEF-HOME’).

To satisfy a certain Touring Actress, we are draining the malarial swamps on which the residence is to be erected. She will be pleased to know that the sun hits this property regularly once a week and that the smog condition that has made this land uninhabitable for years is gradually being corrected. The Hollywood Freeway does pass directly over the site, but the concrete mixers and riveters will be finished in about three short years.” In fine condition, with mild edge toning. Cukor’s mention of the “Touring Actress” doubtlessly refers to Katharine Hepburn, Tracy’s partner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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1259. W. C. Fields. TLS signed “Bill,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25,

Las Encinas Sanitarium letterhead, May 27, 1946. Letter to Charles Beyer. In full: “Enclosed is a letter from Jerry Rosen. Will you kindly advise him that I am not interested?” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1260. Errol Flynn. Bank check,

8.25 x 3.25, filled out and signed

by Flynn, “Errol Flynn,” payable to R. L. M. Laboratory for $35.88, May 2, 1945. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes (affecting first name in the signature).

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1261. Clark Gable. Crisp personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Gable, “Clark Gable,” payable to Western Exterminator Company for $12.00, April 10, 1947. In fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes (none affecting the immaculate signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Frawley signs his portrait as I Love Lucy’s “Fred Mertz” 1262. William Frawley. Vin-

tage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Frawley in a jacket and tie, signed and inscribed in blue ink, “My best wishes to Mrs. Olijar, Sincerely, Bill Frawley (Fred Mertz).” In fine condition, with mild bands of silvering to edges. Precertified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Judy’s earliest MGM portrait

1263. Judy Garland. Superb vintage pearl finish 8 x 10 Sinclair Bull portrait photo from Judy’s very first MGM sitting, taken on November 30, 1935, when Garland was 13 years old. Signed in fountain pen in the lower right corner, “Judy Garland.” Reverse bears the original MGM press release caption noting “She is being hailed as the sensational child discovery of the year and is under long term contract… said to be the only player ever signed without the formality of a screen test.” In very fine condition, with a couple trivial corner tip dings. This exact photo was featured in a 2008 Garland signature study in Autograph Magazine.

This photo represents one of the earliest known official signed portraits of Garland, and would be the pinnacle for any serious Garland collector. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Signing on to perform “on the Pepsodent Programs” in 1938 1264. Judy Garland. DS, three pages, 8.5 x 11, September 6, 1938. Agreement between Garland and Lord & Thomas for her to appear “on the Pepsodent Programs presently scheduled to be broadcast on October 4, 1938 and November 1, 1938…The artist’s services shall consist of the singing of songs and in rendering her services as an actress,” in exchange for the sum of $1500. Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Judy Garland and by her mother, Ethel M. Garland. In fine condition, with expected document wear.

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

1265. Cary Grant. Vintage glossy 3.5

x 5.25 postcard photo, signed in fountain pen, “Good luck! Cary Grant.” Some light contrast and irregular ink adhesion to signature and sentiment and a few surface marks, otherwise fine condition.

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Hepburn congratulates Cukor on his My Fair Lady win: “You now have a permanent solid gold houseguest Oscar”

Grant signs off on a stand-in for a shot in Hitchcock’s Notorious

1267. Audrey Hepburn. ALS signed “Audrey,” two pages both sides,

1266. Cary Grant. DS, one page, 8 x 10, January 16, 1946. RKO Radio Pictures informs Grant that “we desire to use a ‘double’ for you in connection with a ‘matte shot’ which we intend to photograph for our motion picture now entitled ’Notorious,’ and we hereby request your consent to the use of such ‘double’ in your stead.” Grant signs the bottom of the document agreeing to the use of the double; the studio’s assistant secretary has also signed. Suede-matted and framed with a handsome portrait of Grant to an overall size of 27 x 20. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 278 | November 13, 2013 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT

6.25 x 8, no date. Letter to director George Cukor. In full: “Once again there are no words to describe the joy of staying with you—and what made it really great is that you now have a permanent solid gold houseguest Oscar by name—I wonder if you know the happiness you gave all your friends by winning it. I must tell you that I am only just emerging from a small nightmare…. the idea that I might have hurt Pat…. is agonizing! Who was right or wrong did not seemed [sic] to matter! Only she mattered to me so…. I am sorry that I did not once again thank you during our last minute talk. Would you darling George give this note to Irene? I send you all my love.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top edge. At the 1965 Academy Awards, Hepburn replaced Patricia Neal as the presenter for Best Actor, which was won by her My Fair Lady co-star Rex Harrison. Neal became upset that Hepburn failed to mention her during the broadcast, which is what she references in this letter. My Fair Lady was extremely successful at the Awards, winning eight out of twelve nominations, including Cukor as Best Director. This letter demonstrates Hepburn’s pride in the film’s success, despite her own lack of a nomination. A great piece of correspondence between legends of American cinema.

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Beautiful oversized portrait of the early MGM starlet

1268. Jean Harlow. Rare and exquisite vintage mattefinish 10.5 x 13.5 portrait of the gorgeous Harlow wrapped in a fur shawl, signed and inscribed in the lower right in fountain pen, “To my Ruthie & Johnny, I love you both more than you will ever, ever know—Yours, Jean.” Affixed to a same-size mount. In fine condition, with a crease to the upper right corner. A captivating image in the elusive oversized format.

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Marvelous vintage portrait from Roman Holiday 1269. Audrey Hepburn. Stun-

ning vintage glossy 7 x 9 headand-shoulders photo of Hepburn in the 1953 classic Roman Holiday, nicely signed in the lower right in fountain pen.

In fine condition, with a few corner tip and surface creases (unobtrusive but most noticeably just above her collar to the left of her cheek), and the signature a shade light. An exceptionally beautiful photo of Hepburn from her famous, Oscar-winning role as Princess Ann. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fantastic Beaton portrait inscribed to the famed director 1270. Katharine Hepburn.

Incredible vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9 portrait of Hepburn ensconced in shadow, affixed to its original 9 x 12 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen to director George Cukor, “To George, everything, Kate.”

Also signed in the lower right in red ink by photographer Cecil Beaton, “Beaton.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 17. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1271. Alfred Hitchcock. Original vintage

signed and inscribed fountain pen self-portrait profile on a light blue 3.75 x 5.25 album page, signed and inscribed, “To Peter, Alfred Hitchcock.”

In fine condition, with some light edge toning.

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Enchanting early portrait of the future Scarlett 1272. Vivien Leigh.

Very early vintage pearl-finish 7 x 9 photo

by Cannons of Hollywood (London), signed in fountain pen. In very good condition, with some moderate contrast to Leigh’s light, but mostly legible signature, scattered bends and creases, slightly trimmed edges, and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1273. Laurel and Hardy. Desirable vintage matte-finish 9.5 x

7.75 photo of the comedic duo posing side-by-side in their bowler hats, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Hello Marie! Stan Laurel” and “Oliver Hardy.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 11. Moderate silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“My brain is the key that sets me free”

1274. Harry Houdini. Vintage

ink signature, “My brain is the key that sets me free, Houdini. Jan. 24/1922, Phila. Pa., Keith’s Theatre,” on an offwhite 4.5 x 4 album page. Creatively triple-matted and framed with two images to an overall size of 21 x 18. In very good condition, soiling to edges, slight rippling to page, and a tack hole to the lower right of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

One-of-a-kind oversized portrait 1275. Marilyn Monroe. Lovely vintage matte-

finish 8.75 x 13 photo, affixed to a 12 x 18 mount, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To John, My friend and loyal fan, Marilyn.” Collector’s notation on reverse reads, “January 8, 1955, New York City.”

In very good condition, with a couple of repaired tears and creases to right edge (one affecting the word “fan”), signature and inscription a shade or two light, and a couple small spots to her neck.

Accompanied by a photocopied 1988 letter from John W. Reilly stating this “is a photograph taken by myself personally, and that the signature which appears on it is a true and authentic signature of Marilyn Monroe written by her in my presence.”

A fantastic and almost certainly unique portrait of the Hollywood icon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

1276. Marilyn Monroe.

Highly desirable bank check, 5.75 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Monroe, “Marilyn Monroe,” payable to cash for $12.00, November 18, 1953. A barely noticeable vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, a few light creases from handling, and expected cancellation holes and bank stamps, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Hollywood’s most collectible couple

1277. Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc., business check, 8 x 3, filled out in type and signed by

Marilyn Monroe, payable to Sutton Motors, Inc. for $58.33, dated December 5, 1959; and a Yankee Clipper Enterprises, Inc. business check, 6 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Joe DiMaggio, “Joseph DiMaggio,” payable to Allegheny for $79.00, dated November 1, 1987.

Both checks are double-matted and framed together with a color copy of their marriage certificate and five photos of the couple, to an overall size of 31 x 29. In fine condition, with bank stamp to body of Monroe’s check touching the opening stroke of her signature, and a red check mark to the end of DiMaggio’s signature, as well as some light show-through from stamps on reverse. An impressive display of the iconic pair.

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Jovial cast photo from Rio Bravo, featuring Hawks, Martin, Nelson, and Wayne in his return to westerns

1278. Rio Bravo. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of members of the cast and crew of Rio Bravo, signed in blue ballpoint by John Wayne, Howard Hawks, Dean Martin, Rick Nelson, Russell Harlan, and cameraman Lou Jennings. In fine condition, with moderate contrast to Nelson’s signature. A great and remarkably casual photo from the set. Hawks and Wayne had actually teamed up to do this film in response to Gary Cooper’s High Noon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1279. Will Rogers. Terrific vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Rogers wearing a bow tie, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely yours, Will Rogers.” A light crease passing from the top edge through his shoulder, a couple more noticeable creases below the signature, and a miniscule tear to left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Outstanding oversized image of “the ‘widow,’ Lillian Russell” 1280. Lillian Russell. Vintage matte-finish 9 x 12.75 full-length photo of Russell seated, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Julia McVicker, from the ‘widow,’ Lillian Russell, ‘So Sorry.’” Affixed to a 9.5 x 13.5 mount. In fine condition. The inscription most likely refers to Russell’s 1909 role as Laura Curtis in The Widow’s Might. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Gone With the Wind actress’s personal passport 1281. Ann Rutherford. Rutherford’s personal passport, number 030032652,

issued on April 20, 1982. Passport measures 3.5 x 4.75 and contains her typed personal information on the inside cover beneath an affixed protective sheet. Her passport photo is affixed to the left side, signed along the left edge in ballpoint, “Ann Rutherford Dozier.” The adjacent page is signed clearly in black ballpoint, “Ann Rutherford Dozier.” Remaining pages bear a few visa stamps from around the world, dated between 1982 and 1983, including those from the Netherlands, England, and France. Protective sheet affixed over her photo and image is toned, and signature on the photo is very faded, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Highly-desirable limited edition oversizes castsigned print with Gandolfini and 14 others 1282. The Sopranos. Color limited edition 44 x

36 canvas print, numbered 316/500, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by all 15 pictured cast members: James Gandolfini, Tony Sirico, Steve Van Zandt, Robert Iler, Vincent Pastore, Michael Imperioli, Dominic Chianese, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, John Ventimiglia, Drea DeMatteo, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Federico Castelluccio, Aida Turturro, and Steve Schirripa. Also signed in black felt tip by the artist, Karen O’Neil Ganci. Rolled and in fine condition. This print was the only officially commissioned signing done by the cast of the show. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lengthy letter and Indiana Jones jacket— a gift from the director 1283. Steven Spielberg.

ALS, four pages, St. James’s Club letterhead, no date but circa 1983–84.

Thank-you letter to the manager of the Club, where Spielberg and crew spent six months editing Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. In part: “Before I leave for home I wanted to thank you for the special attention…This has been the warmest and most comfortable experience I have had in any country in Europe…Chef Wesphal is a rare talent. Please thank all of the night waiters for their excellent and prompt service. My laundry and dry cleaning was so efficient, it reminded me of my pre-teenage years when my mother would ‘pick-up’ after me with clean knickers and socks everyday…Anne, your receptionist, is a dream, I wish she worked for me. As a matter of fact I truly wish your entire club staff was part of my group…I would stay nowhere else.” Also includes an official Levi Strauss denim film crew jacket presented as a gift to the manager, size 42, with the film’s logo embroidered on the back. In fine condition, with creases and staple holes to the upper left corner; jacket appears to be unworn and in fine condition.

Accompanied by a letter describing further details of Spielberg’s stay. A fantastic pair of items from the production of the popular franchise’s second film. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce portrait of the versatile Shemp 1284. Three Stooges: Shemp Howard. Vintage

4.75 x 7 photo of Shemp in a dark suit, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Jake’ King of the ‘Interior’ Shemp Howard.” Matted and framed with a small name plaque to an overall size of 8.5 x 11.25. In very good condition, with a staple hole to upper portion of background, and scattered light soiling and dampstaining to top portion, some slightly affecting small portions of signature and inscription. Individual photos of Howard from any period of his career are quite uncommon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1287. Erich von Stroheim. Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 Mel-

bourne Spurr photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Eylla’ with all my kind wishes! Erich von Stroheim.” Photo is affixed to an 8.5 x 11 scrapbook page. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, scattered silvering to edges, and some light staining to corners from adhesive on reverse. Eylla Jacobus worked as a script surpervisor for over 30 years, including such films as Blackboard Jungle, Forbidden Planet, and The Three Stooges in Orbit. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The greatest Stooge trio— Moe, Larry, and Curly

1285. Three Stooges. Vintage fountain pen signatures, “Curly Howard,” “Larry Fine,” and “Moe (Stooge) Howard,” on a lined off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with mild overall toning and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable Waterman’s album with Grant, Tracy, Karloff, and Earhart 1286. Waterman’s Autograph Book. Waterman’s autograph album, 5 x 7.25, containing 59 vintage ink signatures affixed within.

Signers include: Amelia Earhart, Cary Grant, Spencer Tracy, Boris Karloff, Joan Crawford, Leslie Howard, Marlene Dietrich, Jack Holt, Lionel Barrymore, Maurice Chevalier, Ginger Rogers, Richard Arlen, Bebe Daniels, Robert Young, Ruth Roland, Joan Bennett, William Bakewell, Robert Coogan, Fred MacMurray, Gracie Allen, George Burns, Irvin S. Cobb, Sally Blane, Hedda Hopper, Sid Grauman, Roscoe Ates, Sue Carol, Wallace Beery, Phil Harris, Robert Warwick, Sylvia Sidney, Madge Evans, Helen Mack, Genevieve Tobin, Randolph Scott, Eric Linden, Shirley Grey, Donald Cook, O. O. McIntyre, Herbert Marshall, Ben Bernie, James Dunn, Reginald Denny, Lois Wilson, Lew Ayres, Ivan Lebedeff, and Mary Brian. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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1288. Josef von Sternberg.

Uncommon vintage glossy 4.5 x 7 half-length photo of von Sternberg a jacket and tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to film historian and critic Goswin Dorfler, and dated Vienna, 1960. In fine condition, with some discoloration to the upper right edge.

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1289. John Wayne. Great cardstock 8 x 10 photo of Wayne as Rooster Cogburn, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Rayan—Be happy, John Wayne.”

In fine condition, with small tack holes to top edge, a few light surface creases, and some light discoloration to Wayne’s hat.

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Sought-after image from his award-winning opus, Citizen Kane 1290. Orson Welles. Glossy

7.5 x 9.75 publicity photo of Welles and Joseph Cotten in a scene from the 1941 classic Citizen Kane, signed in black felt tip by Welles. In fine condition, with trimmed edges.

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“Judy Garland is to start in a picture, titled ‘Wizard of Oz,’ very shortly” 1291. Wizard of Oz: Judy Garland. TLS, one page, 7.25 x

10.5, The Orsatti Agency letterhead, September 9, 1938. Letter from Garland’s agency to Lord & Thomas. In full: “We have the contract, dated September 6th, 1948, which you sent us for Judy Garland, whereby she is to do two broadcasts…we are making an amendment to the contract as follows: Judy Garland is to start in a picture, titled ‘Wizard of Oz,’ very shortly; at the close of the picture it shall be agreed that she will do two broadcasts for you—dates to be mutually agreed upon. It is probable at this date that the picture will be finished around the end of October, or early part of November.”

Signed at the conclusion by Judy Garland, Ethel M. Garland, and Victor M. Orsatti. In fine condition, with expected document wear.

Garland’s appearances on the Pepsodent Programs did not come until March 7 and December 12, 1939. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1292. George Abbott

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1294. Actors and Actresses

1295. Actors and Actresses

1296. Actresses

1297. Actresses

1298. Actresses

1299. Julie Andrews

1300. Richard Arlen

1301. George Arliss

1302. James Arness

1303. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers

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1293. Actors

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1305. Richard Attenborough MB $100

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1308. Brigitte Bardot

1309. Mikhail Baryshnikov

1310. Ingrid Bergman

1311. Ingrid Bergman

1312. Busby Berkeley

1313. The Big City

1314. Edwin Booth

1315. Shirley Booth

1316. Ernest Borgnine

1317. Billie Burke

1319. Frank Capra

1320. Frank Capra

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1318. Coquelin Cadet

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1321. Leo Carrillo MB $100

1322. Casablanca: Paul Panzer MB $100

1323. Jack Cassidy MB $100

1324. Montgomery Clift

1327. Joseph Cotten MB $100

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1325. Francis Ford Coppola

1326. Lou Costello

1328. Buster Crabbe

1329. Bob Crane

1330. Joan Crawford

1332. Bette Davis

1333. Bette Davis

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1331. Tony Curtis MB $100

1334. Sammy Davis, Jr MB $100

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1335. Sammy Davis, Jr MB $100

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1337. Alain Delon MB $100

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1338. Alain Delon

1339. Alain Delon

1341. Robert Donat

1342. Diana Dors

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1345. Leon Errol MB $100

1348. Federico Fellini MB $100

1340. Marlene Dietrich

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1343. Dracula

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1346. Douglas Fairbanks Sr. and Mary Pickford MB $100

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1344. Clint Eastwood MB $100

1347. Douglas Fairbanks, Sr MB $100

1350. Flower Drum Song MB $100

1351. Henry Fonda MB $100

1352. Margot Fonteyn MB $100

1353. Ralph Forbes MB $100

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1358. Frankenstein: Gavin Gordon

1356. Bob Fosse

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1359. Gert Frobe

1360. Ava Gardner

1361. Ava Gardner

1362. John Gielgud

1363. John Gielgud

1364. Dorothy Gish

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1366. Gone With the Wind: Olivia de Havilland

1369. Cary Grant: Jerusalem Celebration

1370. The Great White Hope

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1367. Gone With the Wind: Leslie Howard MB $100

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1368. Farley Granger MB $100

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1371. Neil Hamilton

1372. Ray Harryhausen

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1373. John Hart

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1374. Laurence Harvey

1375. Sonja Henie

1376. Katharine Hepburn

1377. Katharine Hepburn

1378. Charlton Heston

1379. Halliwell Hobbes

1380. Hildegarde

1381. Bob Hope

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1382. Bob Hope MB $100

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1384. Leslie Howard

1385. Jeffrey Hunter

1386. Betty Hutton

1387. Martha Hyer

1388. Henry Irving

1389. Zita Johann

1391. Buster Keaton

1392. Deborah Kerr

1393. Deborah Kerr

1394. Eartha Kitt

1395. Stanley Kramer

1396. Carl Laemmle, Jr

1397. Dorothy Lamour

1398. Lillie Langtry

1399. Gypsy Rose Lee

1400. Gypsy Rose Lee

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1401. Lotte Lenya

1402. Eddie Leonard

1403. Jack Lord

1404. Sophia Loren

1405. Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy

1406. Karl Malden

1407. Karl Malden

1408. Marcel Marceau

1409. Ethel Merman

1410. Metropolis

1411. Lewis Milestone

1412. Ray Milland

1413. Ray Milland

1414. John Mills

1415. Helen Mirren

1416. Robert Mitchum

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1417. Clayton Moore

1418. Grace Moore

1419. Roger Moore

1420. Roger Moore

1421. Agnes Moorehead

1422. Helen Morgan

1423. The Munsters

1424. Audie Murphy

1425. Mae Murray

1426. Chuck Norris

1427. Ivor Novello

1428. Rudolf Nureyev

1429. Laurence Olivier

1430. On the Waterfront: Kazan and Schulberg

1432. Katina Paxinou

1433. Katina Paxinou

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1434. Gregory Peck

1435. Ann Pennington

1436. George Peppard

1437. River Phoenix

1438. Mary Pickford

1439. Lily Pons

1440. Dick Powell

1441. Eleanor Powell

1442. Tyrone Power

1443. Otto Preminger

1444. George Raft

1445. Robert Redford

1446. Lee Remick

1447. Brad Renfro

1448. Diana Rigg

1449. Ringling Brothers

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1450. Hal Roach

1451. Jason Robards

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1452. Cliff Robertson

1453. Paul Robeson

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1454. Paul Robeson

1455. Edward G. Robinson

1456. Will Rogers

1457. Lillian Roth

1458. Jane Russell

1459. Jane Russell

1460. Robert Shaw

1461. Norma Shearer

1462. The Sopranos

1463. Ann Sothern

1464. Star Trek: Leonard Nimoy

1465. Star Wars

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1466. The Stars Are Singing

1467. James Stewart

1468. James Stewart

1469. James Stewart

1470. James Stewart

1471. Jessica Tandy

1472. Shirley Temple MB $100

1473. Texas Chainsaw Massacre

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1474. The Iceman Cometh

1475. Three Stooges: Emil Sitka

1476. Gene Tierney

1477. Lana Turner

1478. TV Stars

1479. Roger Vadim

1480. Conrad Veidt

1481. Eli Wallach

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1482. William Warfield

1483. Ethel Waters

1484. Bobs Watson

1485. Western Actors

1486. Gene Wilder MB $100

1487. Wizard of Oz: Harold Arlen

1488. Wizard of Oz: Harold Arlen

1489. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

1490. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

1491. Wizard of Oz: Judy Garland

1492. Wizard of Oz: E. Y. Harburg

1493. Wizard of Oz: Victor Young

1494. Fay Wray

1495. Ed Wynn

1496. Gig Young

1497. Robert Young

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The Giannone Collection The following collection was obtained by the Giannone family, who owned a barbershop and shoe-shine stand at the Philadelphia International Airport form 1954 to 1997. Over the course of these decades they were able to obtain the signatures of a variety of stars and celebrities passing through—from rival athletes like Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston to entertainers such as Nat King Cole and Liberace. Within the lots here offered are an interesting and varied selection of single and grouped signatures, representative of one family’s quest for autographs over the course of nearly half a century.

1498. Muhammad Ali. Series 1969 B one dollar bill, signed on the portrait side in black ballpoint. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and expected light wrinkling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1500. Wilt Chamberlain and York Larese. Vintage pencil signature and inscription, “To Frank & Carmella, Best wishes, Wilt Chamberlain,” on an off-white 5 x 8.25 sheet; and a vintage pencil signature and inscription from his teammate from Chamberlain’s 100 point game, “To Frank, Best wishes, York Larese, Philadelphia Warriors.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1501. Wilt Chamberlain.

1499. Haystack Calhoun. Professional wrestler (1934–1989) who was among the pioneers of gargantuan heavyweight attractions tipping the scales at 640 pounds. Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Frankie from Haystack,” on a 5.5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Franky, Best wishes, Wilt Chamberlain,” on an off-white 2.5 x 4 sheet of note pad paper. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1502. Nat King Cole.

Series 1950 A twen tydollar bill, signed on the portrait side in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and expected light wrinkling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1503. Joe DiMaggio.

Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Frankie, Best wishes, Joe DiMaggio,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition, with a vertical crease to the right of signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1506. Liberace. Two

Series 1957 one dollar silver certificates, one signed in black felt tip, “Liberace,” and the other signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Liberace, to Carmella.” In fine condition, with several vertical folds to both. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1504. Bob Hope. Se-

ries 19 57 one dollar silver certificate, signed on the portrait side in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1505. Little Willie John. R & B singer (1937–1968) who was convicted of manslaughter in 1966 and died in prison two years later.

He was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996, 28 years after his passing. Scarce vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “Best wishes to Franklin, Little Willie John,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1507. Sonny Liston. Vintage ballpoint signature, “From From Sonny Liston,” on an off-white 5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1508. Rocky Marciano. Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “Frankie, Rocky Marciano,” on an off-white 5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition, with a light vertical crease through a couple letters of signature.

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

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1509. Philadelphia Eagles. Vintage pencil signatures of 19 members of the 1960 NFL Champion Philadelphia Eagles on both sides of a 3.25 x 5.5 sheet. Signers include: Billy Ray Barnes, Bob Pellegrini, Bobby Watson, John Wilcox, Clarence Peaks, Ted Dean, Norm Van Brocklin, Chuck Bednarik, Don Owens, Tim Brown, Stan Campbell, Jess Richardson, Gene Johnson, Jim McCosker, Theron Sapp, Chuck Weber, Jerry Reichow, Joe Robb, and one other. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and a bit of mild soiling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1510. Ted Williams. Vintage

ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Frank, Ted Williams,” on an off-white 8.25 x 5 sheet.

In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1512. Stevie Wonder. Vin-

tage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Frany[sic], Best of luck, Stevie Wonder,” on an off-white 5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition, with a rough bottom edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1513. Bands. Collection of ink signatures of various bands and musicians on album pages and slips, most inscribed. Signers include: The New Christy Minstrels (Barry McGuire, Barry Kane, Paul Potash, Art Podell), Frankie Valli, New Beats (Larry Henley, Dean Mathis, Mark Mathis), The Delights (Vince Schraub, Luis Sanjurjp, Jerry Germansen), Gary Lewis and John West, Fred Diodati, Fallen Angels (Wally Cook, Jack Bryant, Jack Lauritsen, Howard Danchik, Richard ‘Luvly’ Kumer), The Dovells, and The Gentrys (Jimy Hart, Pat Neal, Bruce Bowles, Larry Rasberry, Larry Wall, Bobby Fisher). In overall fine condition. Accompanied by 18 vintage photos, a few signed on the reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1514. Entertainers. Collection of over 30 items, consisting almost entirely of signatures, each signed in ink by a famous entertainer, many inscribed.

Signers include: Sandy Allen, Lucie Arnaz and John Davidson, Milton Berle, Jerry Blavat, Don L. Brink, Charo, Vic Dana, Troy Donahue, Jimmy Durante, Nelson Eddy, The Four Tops, Jackie Gayle, Kathryn Grayson, Hawaiian Eye (Anthony Eisley, Poncie Ponce, Troy Donahue), George Kennedy, Michael Landon (2), Gene London, Gregory Peck, Claude Rains (2), Roger Ray, Debbie Reynolds, Roy Rogers, Frank Sinatra, Jr., Charlie Slagle, Clint Walker, Dionne Warwick, and Henny Youngman. In overall fine condition. Also includes a few unidentified signatures. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1515. Jazz and R&B. Collection of 12 items, consisting almost entirely of signatures, each signed in ink by a famous musician, many inscribed. Signers are: Gene McDaniels, Brooks O’Dell, Walter ‘Bunny’ Sigler, The Kommotions, Gene Harris, Abdul ‘Duke’ Fakir (2), Johnny Moore, Nat King Cole, Jerry Butler, Bill Darnell, and Kim Weston. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1516. Rock and Roll. Collection of 13 items, primarily ink signatures on various

slips and album pages, signed by rock and roll musicians, many inscribed. Signers are: Bobby Pickett, Bobby Rydell (2), Bobby Sherman, Dave York, Brian Hyland, Roger McGuinn (2, signing “Jim”), James Brown, Freddy Cannon, Chubby Checker, Dick Clark (2), and Jack Scott. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1517. Singers. Collection of 14 items, consisting almost entirely of signatures,

each signed in ink by a famous singer, many inscribed. Signers are: Tom Jones, Wayne Newton, Paul Stookey, Junior Waters, Bobby Goldsboro and Frankie Valli, Sergio Franchi, Dionne Warwick, Brenda Lee, Johnny Mathis, Al Martino (2), Glen Campbell, Johnny Cash, and Billy Daniels. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1518. Sports. Collection of nine items, consisting almost entirely of signatures,

each signed in ink by a famous athlete, many inscribed. Signers are: Al Besselink, Bob Pellegrini, Philadelphia Phillies (Billy Consolo, Jim Owens, Frank Sullivan, Frank Torre), Frank Sullivan, John Facenda, Al Costello, Buddy Rogers, Elgin Baylor, and Larry Holmes. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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sports 1519. Grover Cleveland A l e x a n d e r.

Scarce vintage fountain pen signature, “Grover C. Alexander,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition, with some spreading to ink. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“T.H.E.M. teaches us that their religion (Christianity) is a curse to us (the Black MAN)”

1520. Muhammad Ali. Handwritten notes on four off-white 8 x 5 lined cards, no date. Alarming notes for a religious speech. In part: “They are universal tempters who are forever proding before the world with their bold half-nude girls and women…Gambling. Robbery.

Drunkenness. Drugs. Adultery. Lying. There is hardly any end to it… their land and seas are filled with deadly weapons of war…they are proud and boastful and are now hated and despised according to their own wishes. T.H.E.M. teaches us that their religion (Christianity) is a curse to us (the Black MAN).” Dampstaining to left side of all cards (affecting appearance but not legibility), otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1522. Muhammad Ali. DS one page, 8.5 x 11, October 10, 1977. An extension for a previous “bout agreement” from August of 1977, between Ali and Top Rank Inc, including the delivery of a 3.5 million dollar letter of credit.

Signed at the conclusion by Ali, his manager Herbert Muhammad, and Bob Arum. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200) 1523. Abe Attell and Jack D e m p s e y.

Attell (1883– 1970) was featherweight boxing champion of the world from 1901–1912; he later became one of the instigators of the 1919 Chicago Black Sox scandal. Dempsey (1895–1983) was one of the most sucessful and popular boxers in history. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of the boxers in old age, vertically signed and inscribed in blue ink on both sides of the image, “To a grand fellow Vince Handley, From the little champ Abe Attell” and “Good luck, Jack Dempsey.” In fine condition, with a few creases. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1521. Muhammad Ali. Vintage ballpoint

signature, “Cassius Clay,” on a light pink 5.25 x 3.75 album page. Page is still housed in its original 5.25 x 4 leather hardcover autograph album. Album also contains signatures of Jimmy Ellis, Rudolph Valentino Clay, and Barbra Streisand. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1524. James J. Braddock. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Brad-

dock speaking at the Annual Boxing Writers Dinner in Newark, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Vince, Best Wishes, James J. Braddock.” Dated January 31, 1959, below the signature. Moderate skipping to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Late-1940s autograph book featuring Cobb, DiMaggio,Musial, and Williams 1525. Baseball Hall of Famers. Vintage softcover

autograph album, 6 x 4.5, signed inside in ink by over 80 baseball players, including 11 Hall of Famers. Many pages are signed on both sides. Hall of Famer and other especially notable signers are: Ty Cobb (affixed), Joe DiMaggio, Ted Williams, Stan Musial, Phil Rizzuto, Yogi Berra (signed “Larry Berra”), Joe Medwick, Red Schoendienst (signed “Al Schoendienst”), Enos Slaughter, Joe McCarthy, Bobby Doerr (pencil), Gil Hodges, Bucky Harris, and Dick Sisler.

Other signers consist primarily of members of the late-1940s St. Louis Cardinals, Brooklyn Dodgers, New York Yankees, and Boston Red Sox teams. Central vertical fold through the affixed Cobb signature, and front cover of book nearly detached, otherwise fine condition. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce format of the Philadelphia A’s “Chief” 1526. Chief Bender. Pitcher (1884–1954) inducted into the Baseball

Hall of Fame in 1953 after a career in which he won 212 games and pitched a no-hitter; he later mentored the baseball team of Pennsylvania’s Souderton School. Scarce vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 team photo of the Souderton baseball club, signed in fountain pen on the front and on the reverse, “‘Chief’ Bender.” In fine condition, with a few creases and mild rippling to edges. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1527. Tommy Burns.

Boxing Hall of Famer (1881–1955) who was heavyweight boxing champion of the world from 1906 through 1908.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Burns wearing his championship belt and throwing a punch, vertically signed and inscribed in the left border in black ink, “To Vince Handley, a good friend, Tommy Burns.

When Worlds Heavyweight Champion 1906 to Dec 26/1908.” In very good condition, with moderate overall bends and creases. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1528. Jim Clark. Scottish two-time world champion Formula One driver (1936–1968) who died in a crash during a race in Germany.

Vintage color 7 x 5 candid photo of Clark in his race car, signed in blue ballpoint. Photo is labeled on the reverse in pencil in an unknown hand, “1965 USGP.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Wilt loses a hefty endorsement deal: “Heat came my way Because of a figure of speech—20,000” 1529. Wilt Chamberlain. Handwritten notations on the first page of a two-page letter to Chamberlain from Nabisco, Inc, February 10, 1992, addressing Chamberlain’s attorney and terminating his contract to promote Oreos based on the release of his autobiography. Letter reads, in part: “The statements in your letter indicate that you are not aware of several critical facts related to this matter. Let me begin with Nabisco’s contract with Mr. Chamberlain dated July 15, 1991. Specifically, Paragraph 16 of the contract clearly states that if Mr. Chamberlain commits any act ‘which reflects unfavorably’ upon his reputation, then Nabisco may immediately terminate the agreement and Nabisco shall have no further obligation to Mr. Chamberlain. The 20,000 sexual encounters of Mr. Chamberlain, and his subsequent exploitation of the encounters in the media, are acts which reflect unfavorably on his reputation and Nabisco was, therefore, within its rights to terminate the agreement and make no payments to Mr. Chamberlain.” Along the top Chamberlain writes, “I told them about the book they knew nothing about the book, Gave them permission to read the manuscript.” At the bottom he writes, “Because of the Magic Situation = Heat came my way Because of a figure of speech—20,000.” Accompanied by a 1964 Philadelphia 76ers vs San Francisco Warriors program scorecard, 8 x 10.5, January 17, 1964, Convention Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Signed on the back cover by Chamberlain, Nate Thurmond, Al Attles, Jerry Greenspan, Hubie White, Ken Sears, Guy Rodgers, Dolph Schayes, Alex Hannum and two others. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, staple hole to top left, and scattered staining to both pages of letter. Chamberlain arrived at the 20,000 number after a ten-day ‘experiment’ in Honolulu gave him a baseline to arrive at the impressive total. Unfortunately, his dalliances also cost him additional income as evidenced by the above letter. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Tom is strictly an excentric [sic], baseball bug, I was polite to him on that account & let him come to see me at Lake Tahoe” 1530. Ty Cobb. ALS signed “T. R.

Cobb,” three pages on two sheets, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, December 6, 1948. Letter to Helene Champlain. In full: “It seems in my effort to be nice and polite to people generally I run into embarrassing things, now it’s Tom McClure for sure, I wrote you recently about him my thought was based on his #1 shock to me, where he said my son Herschel had been in Bend Oregon & made very disparaging remarks of me…Tom is strictly an excentric [sic], baseball bug, I was polite to him on that account & let him come to see me at Lake Tahoe, I am now sorry, peculiar people in this world, which includes Mrs. La Pointe [minor theatre, radio, and Hollywood actress Lucille La Pointe] who is no longer with me. When I first met Tom, I figured him out right as has been proven. I needed a housekeeper.

Knowing I was getting rid of her, Tom was told this, he has reversed charges on phone to me was getting someone etc., fine cook, turned out to be just a lumber camp cook, now and a drunk, now the enclosed is another example of Tom, have just received it, return it at once, don’t know them, never wrote them. Tom even did not inform me, out here I get the enclosed & taken to task so you can figure how I now feel about Tom. Send me the Beveridge of Jefferson as I wrote you, and write me and don’t be silent as you have, possibly on account of Tom, I don’t know but am guessing and I guess good sometime. Be good.” Cobb also adds a handwritten postscript, signed “T.R.C.” In fine condition. A letter full of regret from the baseball legend lamenting his politeness. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1531. Roberto Clemente. Vin-

tage ballpoint signature, “Roberto Clemente,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card with typed collector’s notations along the top edge. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with a faint block of mild toning over signature from previous display. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1 5 3 2 . Ty Cobb. Much

sought-after vintage fountain pen signature, “Ty Cobb,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition.

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

1533. James J. Corbett. Extremely bold vintage ink signature,

“With best wishes, Sincerely, Jas. J. Corbett, May 16/28,” on an offwhite 3.5 x 2 card. Overall brushing to ink, otherwise fine condition.

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

1534. Four Horsemen: Elmer Layden. College Foot-

ball Hall of Famer (1903-1973) who comprised one quarter of the famed Four Horsemen of Notre Dame. Uncommon vintage 5.25 x 6.25 book photo, signed in fountain pen. Matted to an overall size of 8 x 10. In fine condition, with some light contrast to most of the signature and slight show-through from an unknown signature on reverse. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Beautifully illustrated Ebbets Field letterhead with a message for Wheat 1535. Charles H. Ebbets.

American sports executive (1859–1925) who owned the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1902 to 1925 and financed the construction of the legendary Ebbets Field in 1912. TLS signed “C. H. Ebbets,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The Brooklyn Ball Club letterhead, April 12, 1916. Letter to Mack D. Wheat.

In full: “Troy Club wants you to report in Troy morning of April 17th; purchase your own transportation; they will reimburse you upon your arrival. Hoping you will have a very successful season.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the last letter of the signature), overall horizontal toning from a magnetic album, and a chip and small tear to top edge. Accompanied by a Brooklyn National League Base Ball Club transmittal envelope addressed in type to Wheat. McKinley ‘Mack’ Wheat was the younger brother of Hall of Famer and Brooklyn great Zack Wheat; although this letter instructs him to report to the minor league club, Mack did spend portions of seven seasons in the Major Leagues, playing alongside Zack for Brooklyn between 1915 and 1919. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Boldly signed on the sweet spot

1536. Jimmie Foxx. Official

Reach American League (Harridge) baseball signed in black ink on the sweet spot, “Jimmie Foxx.” In very good condition, with light overall toning and soiling, indications of signature removals to give the appearance of a single-signed baseball, and league and maker stamps faded but legible; the signature is quite bold and presents beautifully. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The ideal Gehrig exemplar 1537. Lou Gehrig. Choice vintage pencil signature, “Lou Gehrig,”

on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In very fine condition. Doubtlessly one of the highest quality Gehrig signatures we have encountered, absolutely perfect for display. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

1538. Graham Hill.

British champion auto racer (1929-1975) and winner of the 1966 Indy 500. Despite his many near escapes on the track, he would die ironically in a plane crash. Vintage color 7 x 5 candid photo of Hill rounding a turn in his race car, signed in blue ballpoint. Photo is labeled on the reverse in pencil in an unknown hand, “1967 USGP.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1540. James J. Jeffries.

Nice vintage fountain pen signature, “Jas. J. Jeffries,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Former champion Jack Johnson” befriends a fan in 1936

1539. Gil Hodges.

DS, signed “Gil Hodges, L. A. Dodgers,” one page, 8.25 x 8.75, 1960.

Document regarding the pension plans of former players. In part: “The Major League Baseball Players feel there is a considerable amount of misunderstanding concerning their pension plan, its benefits and its future. With the possible expansion to ten teams the pension plan would take on an additional liability connected with approximately 120 new members.

The present large liability and the uncertainty of future liabilities prompted the players to vote for a second All-Star Game in 1961.”

In fine condition, with various creases. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) 308 | November 13, 2013 | SPORTS

1541. Jack Johnson. Vintage glossy 9 x 7.5 photo of Johnson posing with another gentleman, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my friend Harry Latz—From former champion Jack Johnson, March 26, 1936.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 13.5.

In very good condition, with a few surface creases (one extending from the left edge to his forehead), and the signature and inscription a few shades light. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The golf legend offers the assistance of his Institute for group instruction 1542. Bobby J o n e s . TLS

signed “Robt T. Jones, Jr,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The American Golf Institute letterhead, October 3, 1939. Letter to a physical education instructor.

In part: “In accordance with your request, we t ake ple asure in sending you under separate cover the booklet ‘Group Instruction in Golf.’ We trust that it will prove helpful to you, and shall welcome your comments on it…Through our many contacts we have been able to obtain a perspective of the problems that confront the golfing world, and it is with their expressed requirements in mind that we have prepared our material…The staff of the Institute, which includes Horton Smith, Jimmy Thomson and myself, stands ready to assist you in solving any golfing problems that may arise from time to time, and we want you to feel free to call upon us.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to top edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

X’s and O’s from the legendary Packer coach

1543. Vince Lombardi. Two original unsigned pencil sketches of

football plays on individual slips (the smaller measuring 7.75 x 4.25) cut from a lined yellow legal pad, with Lombardi adding arrows for particular player movements. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1544. Walter Johnson.

Superlative vintage fountain pen signature, “Walter Johnson,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1545. Vince Lombardi.

Green Bay Packers, Inc. business check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Lombardi, payable to Edwin Matusiak for $11.18, December 1, 1960. In fine condition, with two vertical folds and expected bank stamps and cancellation holes. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“If you desire the autographs of my players will be pleased to get same for you” 1546. Connie Mack. TLS,

one page, 8.5 x 7, American Baseball Club of Philadelphia letterhead, December 29, 1936. In full: “Many thanks for the congratulations that you have extended me on my birthday, [I] also note the great collection of autographs that you have arranged thru baseball players. Now, in regards to getting other autographs from ball players, [I] am going to advise that you wait until our club returns from the spring training trip and then if you desire the autographs of my players [I] will be pleased to get same [sic] for you in the evnt [sic] you are not able to do so yourself. [I am] pleased to note the interest that you have taken in baseball nd [sic] with kind regards, I remain, sincerely yours.” Double-matted and framed with a photo of Mack in the dugout to an overall size of 13.75 x 22.25. Intersecting mailing folds, two punch holes at top edge, and a few spots of staining, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1547. Rocky Marciano.

Vintage semi-glossy 7 x 5 photo of Marciano seated at a table with another gentleman, signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Hi ‘Mike,’ Best Wishes, Rocky Marciano.” In fine condition, with a few surface creases and a censorship stamp to reverse. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1548. Rocky Marciano. Vintage 8.5 x 11 cardstock photo of an artist’s rendition of Marciano hitting a speed bag, originally issued by Summit Machinery, signed in the lower border in black ballpoint. In very good condition, with a couple of tack holes to top border and scattered creases. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1550. Jochen Rindt. German race car driver (1942–1970)

who is the only driver to posthumously win the Formula One World Drivers’ Championship, after being killed in practice for the Italian Grand Prix. Vintage color 7 x 5 candid photo of Rindt in his race car, signed in black ballpoint. Photo is labeled on the reverse in pencil in an unknown hand, “1966 GPUS.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rockne motivates one of his players as the season approaches: “Come back determined to be one of the right tackles at any cost. I am counting on you”

1551. Knute Rockne. TLS signed “K. K. Rockne,” one page, 8.5 x 11,

University of Notre Dame letterhead, August 23, 1927. Letter to one of his football players, Eugene Mahoney. In part, “I passed right close to your town this summer…but was in such a hurry that I couldn’t detour enough to drop over…Regarding yourself, however, with Hogan not returning to school this fall and Boland and McManmon graduating, the tackle situation doesn’t look any too well unless you and one or two others come through. You certainly came along nicely this spring and showed splendid improvement—your play in spots was good enough for anyone but in other spots it lacked things that I feel quite confident that you will develop this fall, so come back determined to be one of the right tackles at any cost. I am counting on you.” In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some scattered light creasing and soiling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Boldly-signed Ruth check to a Long Island City auto dealer

1552. Babe Ruth. Personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out and signed by Ruth, “G. H. Ruth,” payable to Bayers Auto Sales Inc. for $69.62, January 8, 1946. In fine condition, with two vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, staple holes to left blank area, and cancellation holes to body. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Pristine early variation of ‘Babe’ Ruth’s signature

1553. Babe Ruth. Flawless vintage fountain pen signature, “‘Babe’ Ruth,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In very fine condition.

This positively exceptional example of Ruth’s autograph is one of the finest we have encountered in 30 years, and is his preferable early version—Ruth stopped putting quotation marks around his first name some time in 1928. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Ruth’s home run ball from a 1924 exhibition game 1554. Babe Ruth. Official Reach American League baseball signed in

green ink on the side panels, “Babe Ruth” and “Bob Meusel.” In very good condition, with overall toning and soiling, and scattered marks and dings; signatures remain quite bold with Ruth’s primarily unaffected and Meusel’s affected by a few scuffs. A copy of a PSA/DNA letter pertaining to this ball confirms its authenticity, and grades the signatures a ‘7’ and the ball itself a ‘3,’ for an overall grade of ‘5.’ Consignor notes that this is a Ruth home run baseball, hit during the third inning of an exhibition game in Seattle on October 19, 1924, and caught by a gentleman in the stands named George Moore. Moore had it signed by the team captains—Ruth and Meusel—and passed the ball down through his family. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Scarce baseball neatly signed on the sweet spot

1558. Bernd Rosemeyer. German racing

driver (1909–1938) who was killed while trying to set a land speed record on the Autobahn.

Scarce vintage glossy 5 x 7 half-length portrait of Rosemeyer seated in his race car, signed in fountain pen. Affixed to an 8.25 x 10.5 mount and framed to an overall size of 9 x 11.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1555. Tris Speaker. Official Harwood Official League baseball signed in blue ink on the sweet spot, “Tris Speaker.” In very good condition, with mild overall toning and soiling, and indications of signature removals to give the appearance of a single-signed baseball; the maker stamps and signature are quite bold and the baseball presents beautifully. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. An especially appealing example of this difficult-to-find format. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1559. Jim Thorpe. Uncommon

vintage pencil signature, “Jim Thorpe,” on an off-white 5.25 x 4.25 album page.

In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1560.

Pie Traynor. Ball-

1556. Knute Rockne. Bold vintage fountain pen signature, “Knute K. Rockne,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

point signature, “Pie Traynor,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/ DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1561. Jess Willard.

1557. Tris Speaker. Terrific vintage fountain pen signature, “Tris Speaker,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Crisp vintage fountain pen signature, “Jess Willard,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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“J. Hans Wagner, Former Pirate” gladly volunteers to play in a benefit Old Time Baseball game for the legendary catcher, Lou Criger 1562. Honus Wagner. TLS signed “J. Hans Wagner, Former Pirate,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Honus Wagner Sporting Goods Company letterhead, January 8, 1929. Wagner writes to an organizer of a benefit Old Timer’s Game. In full: “In reply to your letter of the 29th regarding the Old Time Baseball Game which you intend to hold sometime next summer in Boston, for the benefit of our old friend, Lou Criger. I will be glad to give you my services for such a worthy cause. I will also as you suggested, write Lou a letter. I am sure he will appreciate hearing from his old friends, that will help cheer him up. Drop a line to Charles Deacon Phillippi, c/o General Outdoors Advertising Co., Pittsburgh, Pa. I am sure he will be glad to give his services.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a bit of trivial toning, typed name notation to upper right corner, and punch holes along left edge.

After a stellar career in the Major Leagues—catching for most of Cy Young’s 511 victories, as well as every inning of the firstever World Series in 1903—Lou Criger retired from baseball in 1912. In 1914, he developed tuberculosis in his left knee, and the following year his leg had to be amputated. In failing health and declining spirits, he and his family relocated to the arid climate of Arizona in 1924, where they ran a bakery in Tuscon. In an effort to cheer up their friend and fellow Old Timer, legendary players including Honus Wagner and Deacon Phillippe, who had both faced—and lost to—Criger in the 1903 World Series. With significant baseball content and the highly appealing Honus Wagner Sporting Goods Company letterhead, this is a spectacular piece of baseball history. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce baseball from the Pirates’ legendary Wagner 1563. Honus Wagner. Official Spalding National League (Frick) baseball signed in

black ink on a side panel, “Honus Wagner,” and faintly signed on the sweet spot by Lefty Grove. Light overall toning, scattered surface loss and scuffing to all panels (heavily affecting much of Grove’s signature; Wagner’s miraculously escaping most flaws), and a couple stray red ink marks, otherwise very good condition. A desirable format bearing a strong signature that can display as single-signed. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1564. Hank Aaron

1565. Muhammad Ali

1566. Muhammad Ali

1567. Muhammad Ali

1568. Muhammad Ali

1569. Muhammad Ali

1570. Muhammad Ali

1571. Muhammad Ali

1572. Muhammad Ali

1573. Chris Amon

1574. Athletes

1575. Red Auerbach

1576. Max Baer

1577. Frank ‘Home Run’ Baker

1578. Baltimore Colts

1579. Len Barker

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1580. Baseball MB $100

1581. Baseball MB $100

1582. Baseball Greats MB $150

1583. Baseball Hall of Famers MB $150

1584. Baseball Hall of Famers

1585. Baseball Hall of Famers

1586. Baseball Hall of Famers

1588. Baseball Hall of Famers

1592. Baseball: Negro Leagues

1593. Baseball: No Hitters

1594. Baseball: Umpires

1595. Carmen Basilio

1596. Basketball Hall of Famers

1597. Johnny Bench

1598. Benny Bengough

1599. Yogi Berra

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1600. Larry Bird

1601. Ernie Bonham

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1602. Joakim Bonnier

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1604. Boston Celtics

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1603. Boston Celtics MB $100

1605. Boston Red Sox

1606. Boston Red Sox

1607. James J. Braddock

1609. Paul ‘Bear’ Bryant

1610. Paul ‘Bear’ Bryant

1611. Reggie Bush

1612. Roy Campanella

1613. Roy Campanella

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1614. Earl Campbell

1615. John Cappelletti

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1616. Rod Carew MB $100

1617. Rubin ‘Hurricane’ Carter MB $100

1618. Wilt Chamberlain

1619. Wilt Chamberlain

1620. Chicago Cubs

1621. Roger Clemens

1622. Roger Clemens

1623. Cleveland Browns MB $100

1624. Jimmy Connors and Bjorn Borg

1625. ‘Lighthorse’ Harry Cooper

1627. Leon Day

1628. Oscar de la Hoya

1629. Man Mountain Dean

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1626. Dallas Cowboys MB $100

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1630. Jack Dempsey

1631. Jack Dempsey

1632. Jack Dempsey

1633. Joe DiMaggio

1634. Joe DiMaggio

1635. Joe DiMaggio

1636. Joe DiMaggio

1637. Joe DiMaggio

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1638. Joe DiMaggio MB $100

1641. Brett Favre MB $100

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1639. Dream Team: Jordan, Bird, and Johnson MB $150

1642. Bob Feller MB $100

1643. Rollie Fingers MB $100

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1640. Dennis Eckersley MB $100

1644. Football MB $100

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1645. Four Horsemen: Harry Stuhldreher

1646. Dan Fouts

1647. Clint Frank

1648. Joe Frazier

1649. Gene Fullmer

1650. Carl Furillo

1651. Bart Giamatti

1652. Bob Gibson

1653. Golf

1654. Golf Hall of Famers

1655. Golf: Masters

1656. Golf: Runyan and Ball

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1657. Golf: Ryder Cup MB $100

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1659. Golfers MB $100

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1660. Golfers MB $100

1661. Red Grange and Ken Strong

1662. Red Grange

1663. Hank Greenberg

1665. Hank Greenberg

1666. Emile Griffith

1667. Joe Guyon

1668. Franco Harris

1669. Matt Harvey MB $100

1670. Heisman Trophy Winners

1671. Heisman Trophy Winners

1672. Rickey Henderson

1673. Carl Hinkle

1674. Trevor Hoffman

1675. Ben Hogan

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1664. Hank Greenberg MB $100

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1676. Ben Hogan MB $100

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1677. Horse Racing: Penny Chenery

1678. Gordie Howe MB $100

1679. Carl Hubbell and Lefty Gomez

1680. Denny Hulme

1681. Jacky Ickx

1682. Lebron James

1683. Fergie Jenkins

1684. Fergie Jenkins

1685. Derek Jeter

1686. Derek Jeter

1687. Magic Johnson

1689. Michael Jordan

1690. Michael Jordan

1691. Billie Jean King

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1692. Olga Korbut MB $100

1693. Sandy Koufax MB $150

1694. Sandy Koufax

1697. Sandy Koufax

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1696. Sandy Koufax MB $100

1699. Tippy Larkin

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1701. Gus Lesnevich and Jersey Joe Walcott

1702. Los Angeles Dodgers

1703. Los Angeles Lakers

1706. Greg Maddux

1707. Peyton Manning

1708. Mickey Mantle and Bill Dickey

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1705. Joe Louis and Henry Armstrong

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1698. Bowie Kuhn

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1700. Sugar Ray Leonard

1695. Sandy Koufax

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1709. Mickey Mantle and Old-Timers

1710. Mickey Mantle and Whitey Ford

1712. Mickey Mantle

1713. Mickey Mantle

1714. Mickey Mantle

1715. Mickey Mantle

1716. Mickey Mantle

1717. ‘Pistol’ Pete Maravich

1718. Gino Marchetti

1719. Dan Marino

1721. Willie Mays and Ernie Banks

1722. Willie Mays and Leo Durocher

1723. Bruce McLaren

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1720. Pedro Martinez MB $100

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1711. Mantle, Mays, and Killebrew MB $200

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1724. Creighton Miller

1725. Paul Molitor

1726. Joe Montana

1727. Joe Montana

1728. Joe Montana

1729. Joe Montana

1730. Joe Montana MB $100

1731. Archie Moore and George Foreman

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1732. Frank Moran

1733. Joe Morgan

1734. Joe Namath

1735. Joe Namath

1736. Martina Navratilova

1737. Earle ‘Greasy’ Neale

1738. Byron Nelson

1739. Notre Dame Football

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1740. Notre Dame Football

1741. NY Jets: Sack Exchange

1742. NY Mets

1743. NY Yankees

1744. NY Yankees

1745. NY Yankees

1746. NY Yankees

1747. NY Yankees

1748. NY Yankees

1749. NY Yankees

1750. Davey O’Brien

1751. Oakland Raiders

1752. Bobby Orr

1753. Jesse Owens

1754. Satchel Paige

1755. Arnold Palmer

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1756. Arnold Palmer

1757. Arnold Palmer

1758. Bernie Parent

1759. Floyd Patterson

1760. Floyd Patterson

1761. Walter Payton

1762. Walter Payton

1763. Pele

1764. Pele

1765. Pele

1766. Pele

1767. Philadelphia Eagles

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1768. Philadelphia Flyers MB $100

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1769. Nick Price MB $100

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1771. Jerry Rice MB $100

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1772. Jerry Rice

1773. Cal Ripken, Jr

1774. Cal Ripken, Jr

1775. Mariano Rivera

1776. Phil Rizzuto

1777. Robin Roberts

1778. Brooks Robinson

1779. Frank Robinson

1780. Sugar Ray Robinson

1781. Sugar Ray Robinson

1782. Dennis Rodman

1783. Pete Rose

1784. Pete Rose

1785. Pete Rose

1786. Red Ruffing

1787. Jacob Ruppert and Ed Barrow

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1788. Bill Russell

1789. Ryne Sandberg

1790. Gene Sarazen

1792. Gale Sayers

1793. Curt Schilling

1794. Max Schmeling

1795. Max Schmeling

1796. Michael Schumacher

1797. Vin Scully

1798. Vin Scully

1799. Eddie Shore

1800. O. J. Simpson and Johnnie Cochran

1801. O. J. Simpson

1802. Frank Sinkwich

1803. Enos Slaughter

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1791. Terry Sawchuk MB $150

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1804. Emmitt Smith

1805. Duke Snider

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1806. Duke Snider MB $100

1807. Warren Spahn and Johnny Sain MB $100

1808. St. Louis Cardinals

1809. St. Louis Cardinals

1810. Casey Stengel

1811. Jackie Stewart

1812. John Surtees

1813. Ichiro Suzuki

1814. Fran Tarkenton

1815. Lawrence Taylor

1816. Tennis

1817. Bill Tilden

1818. Y. A. Tittle

1819. Mike Trout

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1820. Mike Tyson and Stan Lee

1821. Mike Tyson

1822. Johnny Unitas

1823. US Army Football

1824. Jim Valvano

1825. Mickey Vernon

1826. Herschel Walker

1827. George Weiss

1828. Reggie White

1829. Bernie Williams MB $100

1830. Ted Williams and Friends

1831. Ted Williams and Stan Musial

1833. Ted Williams

1834. Ted Williams

1835. Ted Williams

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1832. Ted Williams and Stan Musial MB $100

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1836. Ted Williams MB $100

1837. Ted Williams

1838. Ted Williams

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1840. Ted Williams

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1841. Ted Williams

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1839. Ted Williams MB $100

1842. Ted Williams

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1844. Ted Williams

1845. Dave Winfield

1846. John Wooden

1847. Tiger Woods

1848. Tiger Woods

1849. Wrestling

1850. Carl Yastrzemski

1851. Fielding Yost

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Terms and Conditions of Sale TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE - AGREEMENT BETWEEN R&R AUCTION COMPANY, LLC AND BIDDER

BY EITHER REGISTERING TO BID OR PLACING A BID, THE BIDDER ACCEPTS THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND ENTERS INTO A LEGALLY, BINDING, ENFORCEABLE AGREEMENT WITH RR AUCTION. The following terms and conditions constitute the sole terms and conditions under which R&R AUCTION COMPANY (“RR Auction”) will offer for sale and sell the property described in the Catalog. These Conditions of Sale constitute a binding agreement between the Bidder and RR Auction with respect to the auction. By bidding at auction, whether in person, through an agent or representative, by telephone, facsimile, on-line, absentee bid, or by any other form of bid or by any other means, the Bidder acknowledges the thorough reading and understanding of all of these Conditions of Sale, all descriptions of items in the Catalog, and all matters incorporated herein by reference, and agrees to be fully bound thereby.

NO BID MAY BE PLACED IN ANY MANNER UNLESS THE BIDDER HAS FULLY REVIEWED AND AGREES TO ALL OF THE “CONDITIONS OF SALE” EITHER PRINTED IN THE CATALOG OR ONLINE, AS WELL AS THE TERMS OF THE REGISTRATION FORM. BY PLACING ANY BID, THE BIDDER REPRESENTS AND WARRANTS TO RR AUCTION THAT HE OR SHE HAS FULLY REVIEWED AND AGREES TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THESE “CONDITIONS OF SALE” AND THE TERMS OF THE REGISTRATION FORM. WITHOUT SUCH REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY AND AGREEMENT, RR AUCTION WOULD NOT PERMIT THE BIDDER TO BID. Bidder and RR Auction agree that any agreements between the Bidder and RR Auction including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Amherst, New Hampshire, which is where the agreements are to be performed and the auction to take place, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. Both RR Auction and the Bidder agree that any disputes under these Conditions of Sale, the subject matter hereof, the entering into, or any aspect of the auction, shall be exclusively governed by New Hampshire law, and that any and all claims or actions shall be brought and maintained only in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. THE PARTIES EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY. The Bidder hereby consents that any dispute shall be presented in confidential binding arbitration before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The Bidder and RR Auction herby agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in the State of New Hampshire.

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RR Auction is in compliance, to the fullest extent possible, with New Hampshire procedures regarding the bonding of auctioneers.

Auctioneer and Auction: 1. This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the catalog or on the www.RRauction.com Internet site (the “Auctioneer”). The Auction is conducted under these Terms and Conditions of Sale and applicable state and local law. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Terms and Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed catalog.

Bidder/Bidders: 2. “Bidder” or “Bidders” shall mean the original Bidder of the property from RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal.

3. The rights granted to Bidders under these Terms and Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise. Any attempt to assign or transfer any such rights shall be absolutely void and unenforceable. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

4. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgment that the Terms and Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder.

5. Any person participating or registering for the Auction agrees to be bound by and accepts these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

6. All Bidders must meet Auctioneer’s qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of RR Auction may be disqualified at RR Auction’s sole option and will not be awarded lots. Such determination may be made by RR Auction in its sole and unlimited discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction.

RR Auction reserves the right to exclude any person from the auction.

7. If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid.

8. By accepting the Terms and Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction Credit: 9. In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established credit with the Auctioneer must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply valid credit card information, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should pre-register before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Credit will be granted at the discretion of Auctioneer. Additionally Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide their social security number or the last four digits thereof so a credit check may

be performed prior to Auctioneer’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by pre-approval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction.com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the auction venue.

Buyer’s Premium: 10. All bids are subject to a Buyer’s Premium which is in addition to the placed successful bid. The buyer’s premium will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the Bidder as part of the total purchase price. The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 20% Buyer’s Premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots if payment is made by cash, check or wire payments. RR Auction may accept a current and valid VISA or MasterCard, credit or debit cards and/or PayPal for payment for winning bids under $5,000.00, but under the express condition that any property purchased by credit or debit card shall not be refundable, returnable, or exchangeable, and that no credit to Buyer’s credit or debit card account will be issued under any circumstances. In addition, there will be an additional 2.5% buyer’s Premium for Bidders who chose to pay via credit card or Paypal for invoices of $5,000 or less. The last sentence constitutes RR Auction’s “official policy” regarding returns, refunds, and exchanges where credit or debit cards are used. For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been actually received

by RR Auction, i.e., check has fully cleared or credit or debit card funds fully obtained. Unless otherwise agreed in a writing signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later.

Bidding: 11. By submitting a bid, whether online, in person, by mail, by phone, by facsimile or through an employee or agent, the Bidder acknowledges (i) receipt of the catalogue, (ii) that the Bidder has read the Terms and Conditions of Sale and the descriptions for the lots on which they have bid, and (iii) that they agree to adhere to these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

12. Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s), rather than the strict reliance as to what is represented in this Catalogue, online or elsewhere. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price.

THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS OF VALUATION CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES. 13. RR AUCTION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is the maximum (plus the 20% Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and the Auctioneer has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake.

14. If the description of any lot in the catalogue is incorrect (e.g. gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the sale date. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT BY REASON OF LACK OF AUTHENTICITY, UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. 15. All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder.

16. Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder. RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder.

17. It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all RISK OF LOSS once the lot(s) is in Bidder’s possession.

18. Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder further grants RR Auction a purchase money security interest in such sums or items to the extent applicable, and agrees to execute such documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued expenses, until the indebtedness is paid.

19. By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction.

20. RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders.

21. If a dispute arises concerning ownership of a lot that has been bid upon during the course of the sale, RR Auction reserves the right to commence a statutory interpleader proceeding at the expense of the Consignor and successful Bidder and any other applicable party, and in such event shall be entitled to its reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.

22. In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased, RR Auction agrees to reimburse any Bidder in an amount equal to the successful bid price actually paid by Bidder at auction plus any Buyer’s Commission actually paid, in full and complete satisfaction of all claims, which once tendered by RR Auction, relieves and releases RR Auction from any responsibility whatsoever to the Bidder, even if the instrument is not cashed or is returned.

Bidding Options: 23. Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to podium, fax, phone and mail bids) are treated similar to floor bids in that they must be onincrement. Any podium, fax, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered your high bid.

24. When identical mail or FAX bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. Auctioneer is not responsible for executing mail bids or FAX bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is Auctioneer responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, FAX, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins.

25. In internet only Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of the auctioneer.

26. RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid. Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless the Auctioneer directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s). Bidders participating in both live and online auctions acknowledge that the law provides for substantial penalties in the form of treble damages and attorneys’ fees and costs for those who violate these provisions. For live auctions the auctioneer will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between bidders. The auctioneer will determine the successful bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or

lots in dispute. RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises our sale record is conclusive.

Payment: 27. Subject to fulfillment of all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale set forth herein, at the close of the Auction, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction, and such bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as we may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than thirteen (13) business days following its sale and if it is not so removed, (i) a handling charge of 1% of the total purchase price per month from the 13th day after the sale until its removal will be payable to RR Auction by the Bidder, with a minimum of 5% of the total purchase price for any property not so removed within 60 days after the sale, and (ii) RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder.

28. Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. Auctioneer reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, Auctioneer’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay Auctioneer its fees (seller’s and buyer’s premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot.

29. All sales are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders, and are subject to all reporting requirements). All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) business day hold, and ten (10) days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via Check, personal or corporate checks.

All others will be subject to a hold of five (5) days, or more, for the funds to clear prior to releasing merchandise.

30. In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via Check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment.

31. If any Auction invoice submitted by Auctioneer is not paid in full when due, the unpaid balance will bear interest at the highest rate permitted by law from the date of invoice until paid. Any invoice not paid when due will bear a one and one-half per cent (1.5%) late fee on the invoice amount. If the Auctioneer refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the buyer agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by Auctioneer. If Auctioneer assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys.

32. If any applicable conditions herein are not complied with the Bidder will be in default and in addition to any and all other remedies available to RR Auction and the Consignor by law, including, without limitation, the right to hold the Bidder liable for the total purchase price, including all fees, charges and expenses more fully set forth herein, RR Auction, may (a) cancel the sale of that, or any other lots sold to the defaulting Bidder at the same or any other auction, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the Bidder, or (b) resell the purchased property, whether at public auction or by private sale, or (c) effect any combination thereof. In any case, the Bidder will be liable for any deficiency, any and all costs, handling charges, late charges, ex-

penses of both sales, RR Auction’s commissions on both sales at our regular rates, legal fees and expenses, collection fees and incidental damages. RR Auction may apply any proceeds of sale then due or thereafter becoming due to the Bidder from RR Auction or any affiliated company, or any payment made by the Bidder to RR Auction or any affiliated company, where or not intended to reduce the Bidder’s obligations with respect to the unpaid lot or lots, to the deficiency and any other amounts due to RR Auction or any affiliated companies. In addition, a defaulting Bidder will be deemed to have granted and assigned to RR Auction a continuing security interest of first priority in any property or money of RR Auction’s owing to such Bidder in RR Auction’s possession, and RR Auction may retain and apply such property or money as collateral security for the obligations due to RR Auction.

Payment will not be deemed to have been made in full until RR Auction has collected good funds. In the event the Bidder fails to pay any or all of the total purchase price for any lot and RR Auction elects to pay the Consignor any portion of the sale proceeds, the Bidder acknowledges that RR Auction shall have all of the rights of the Consignor to pursue the Bidder for any amounts paid to the Consignor, whether at law, in equity, or under these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

33. Auctioneer shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the buyer to secure payment of the Auction invoice. Auctioneer is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the buyer then held by the Auctioneer or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due the Auctioneer or affiliates from the buyer. With respect to these lien rights, Auctioneer shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the buyer waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against the Auctioneer and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice. If a Bidder owes Auctioneer or its affiliates on any account, Auctioneer and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession.

34. Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the buyer to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper.

35. Please send PayPal payments to FinanceDepartment@rrauction. com. All checks, cashiers checks or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company, LLC. Orders paid by cashier check, money order, wire, Pay Pal or credit card are shipped upon receipt.

Wire Information: Account number: 003880291609 Company name: R & R Auction Company, LLC Routing/Transit (ABA) Number: 0260-0959-3 SWIFT Address: BOFAUS3N Bank Address: Bank of America 500 Amherst Street Nashua, NH 03063 Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: 36. Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. Auctioneer is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that Service and Handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to the credit card on file with Auctioneer.

37. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to the Auctioneer for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price together with its buyer’s premium and Auctioneer shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Buyers on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs.

Title: 38. On the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction but fully subject to Buyer’s compliance with all of the terms of the Conditions of Sale and the Registration Form.

Rights Reserved: 39. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the auction, and/or to postpone the auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone.

Conducting the Auction: 40. RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the auction sale or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.

41. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time, even after the hammer has fallen, until the Bidder has taken physical possession of the lot. No Consignor who has registered to bid at the sale (or at any other time unless otherwise provided in the consignment agreement), or any Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have a right to claim any consequential damages if a lot is withdrawn, even after the sale.

42. The highest qualified Bidder recognized by the Auctioneer shall be the Buyer. In the event of a tie bid, the earliest bid received or recognized wins. In the event of any dispute between any Bidders at an Auction, Auctioneer may at his sole discretion reoffer the lot. Auctioneer’s decision and declaration of the winning Bidder shall be final and binding upon all Bidders. Bids properly offered, whether by floor Bidder or other means of bidding, may on occasion be missed or go unrecognized; in such cases, the Auctioneer may declare the recognized bid accepted as the winning bid, regardless of whether a competing bid may have been higher. Auctioneer reserves the right after the hammer falls to accept bids and reopen bidding for bids placed through the Internet or otherwise.

43. Lots bearing bidding estimates shall open at Auctioneer’s discretion. In the event that no bid meets or exceeds that opening amount, the lot shall pass as unsold.

44. All items are to be purchased per lot as numerically indicated and no lots will be broken unless decided by RR Auction. Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw, prior to the close, any lots from the Auction.

45. Auctioneer reserves the right to rescind the sale in the event of nonpayment, breach of a warranty, disputed ownership, failure to execute the reserve, auctioneer’s clerical error or omission in exercising bids and reserves, or for any other reason and in Auctioneer’s sole discretion.

46. Auctioneer occasionally experiences Internet and/or Server service outages, and Auctioneer periodically schedules system downtime for maintenance and other purposes, during which Bidders cannot participate or place bids. If such outages occur, RR Auction may at our discretion extend bidding for the Auction. Bidders unable to place their Bids through the Internet are directed to contact Client Services at 1-603-732-4280.

47. The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.

Internet Auction – Extended bidding & the 30 Minute Rule: 48. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into effect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. If you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded

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

Auctioneer’s Discretion: 49. RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments.

The auctioneer has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between bidders or if the auctioneer has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful bidder in the event of a dispute between bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. The auctioneer also may reject any bid and withdraw the lot from sale if the auctioneer decides either that any opening bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.

Reserves: 50. Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property.

Off-Site Bidding: 51. Bidding by telephone, facsimile-transmission (fax-in), on-line, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form.

RR Auction’ Remedies: 52. Failure of the Bidder/Buyer to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder/Buyer liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder/Buyer’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Buyer as damages (the Bidder/Buyer understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages; (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder/Buyer interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half per cent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’ rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting buyer shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such buyer is the successful bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any buyer failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed

to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such buyer’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’ possession owned by such buyer.

RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the state of New Hampshire.

Warranties: 53. RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders or Buyers, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided for in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchant ability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Buyer acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title.

54. All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Generally Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices.

55. Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly.

56. FIREARMS. Auctioneer complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm.

Important Notice: Many identical versions of props and costumes are created for film and television productions in the normal course of a production. RR Auction does not warrant or represent that the screen shots referenced are exact images of the offered item (unless specifically noted in the written description). Use of a screen shot does not constitute a warranty or representation of authenticity or provenance.

There is not a right of return or refund based upon a claim arising out of or pertaining to any reference to a screen shot.

57. Lots and property are not returnable to RR Auction for any reason except under Buyer’s limited Remedies set forth in Sections 58 and 59 below and under the express terms and conditions of Section 58.

Limitation of Damages: 58. In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Buyer or Buyer is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Buyer. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost.

Unauthorized Statements: 59. Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Terms and Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on the Registration Form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied on by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction.

Buyer’s Remedies: 60. Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. The terms and conditions of sale herein described shall be enforced in accordance with, and governed by the laws of the State of New Hampshire.

61. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Buyer in conformity with Sections 51-55 (“Warranties”) and 56 (“Limitation of Damages”) herein, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Buyer by law. The Buyer hereby accepts the benefit of the consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the consignor for the Buyer’s benefit. In the event that Buyer proves in writing to RR Auction satisfaction that there was a breach of the consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Buyer, RR Auction shall make demand upon the consignor to pay to Buyer the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Buyer within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the consignor to Buyer and assign to Buyer all of RR Auction’ rights against the consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Buyer only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances.

62. All Lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. On any lot presented with a Certificate of Authenticity (“COA”) issued by RR Auction, that warranty insures only to the original Bidder (as shown in Auctioneer’s records) “Bidder”. Bidder may not transfer the rights afforded under the COA and it is null and void when Bidder transfers or attempts to transfer the lot. The COA warranty is valid from date of the auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot to five (5) years after its purchase. The COA warranty is valid as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage. The Bidder as well as their heirs, successors and assigns is also given an unconditional lifetime guaranteed that allows the present owner of any lot purchased through RR Auction the right to consign with RR Auction. When the lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (or its equivalent) from a third-party authentication provider, buyer has no right of return. On lots not accompanied by third-party authentication or under extremely limited circumstances not including authenticity (e.g. gross cataloging error), a Bidder who did not bid from the floor may request Auctioneer to evaluate voiding a sale; such request must be made in writing detailing the alleged gross error, and submission of the lot to Auctioneer must be pre-approved by Auctioneer. A Bidder must notify the appropriate department head in writing of the Bidder’s request within three (3) days of the non-floor bidder’s receipt of the lot.

Any lot that is to be evaluated for return must be received at the office of RR Auction within 35 days after Auction. AFTER THAT 35 DAY PERIOD, NO LOT MAY BE RETURNED FOR ANY REASONS. Lots

returned must be in the same condition as when sold and must include any Certificate of Authenticity. If a bidder wishes to challenge the Letter of Authenticity within the five (5) year warranty period, Bidder must present with the claim, authoritative written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If Auctioneer concurs that the lot is not as represented, Bidder shall be refunded their purchase price. If the Auctioneer denies the claim, the Bidder may file the dispute with the American Arbitration Association with locale in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in the State of New Hampshire. The challenge to Authenticity must be brought within one (1) year if the Auctioneer denies the claim. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Specifically, the COA provided by RR Auction, does not provide for incidental or consequential damages or other indirect damages. Any lot sold with a certificate of authenticity or other warranty from an entity other than Auctioneer is subject to such issuing entity’s rules and such conditions are the sole remedy afforded to Bidder. For information as to third party authentication warranties the bidder is directed to contact RR Auction.

RR Auction’ Additional Services: 63. For Buyers who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’ premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Buyers, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Buyer. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, RR Auction will include an administration charge.

Headings: 64. Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer.

Entire Agreement: 65. These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties.

66. If any section of these Terms and Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

67. These Terms and Conditions of Sale and the auction shall be construed and enforced in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of New Hampshire, whether or not the auction is and these Terms and Conditions of Sale are fully performed in New Hampshire.

AUCTION GENERAL GUIDELINES Conditions of Sale: Before you bid, you must read the Terms and Conditions of Sale, immediately preceding these pages. They represent a contract between RR Auction and you, and they contain important terms and conditions

such as jurisdiction, payment terms, warranties and remedies. The Conditions of Sale are controlling over these general guidelines in the event of any conflicts between their respective terms.

Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction. In other instances, estimate prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance.

Estimates are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the buyer’s premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).

Reserves: The reserve is the minimum price the seller is willing to accept and below which a lot will not be sold.

Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction.

Buyer’s Premium and Sales Tax: The actual purchase price will be the sum of the final bid price plus the buyer’s premium of 20% of the hammer price plus applicable shipping, convenience and handling charges. In addition, there will be an additional 2.5% buyer’s Premium for Bidders who chose to pay via credit card or Paypal for invoices of $5,000 or less.

Before the Auction: You may attend pre-sale viewing for all of our auctions at no charge.

All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. You are encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. You may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment.

Contact Information: 5 Rt 101A, Suite 5 • Amherst, NH 03031 Local/International: 1-603-732-4280 Local/Int’l fax: 1-603-732-4288 Website: www.RRAuction.com Email bidding: Bid@RRAuction.com Hours of Operation: Office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. eastern standard time; hours on the last night of the auction are dictated by the 30 Minute Rule (see below). Any item in the auction can be viewed in our offices during normal business hours. Please call to set up an appointment.

You must acknowledge having read your agreement with all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale prior to your registration and prior to your bidding on any lot.

Bidding Live Auction: Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction.

The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor at or above the reserve.

The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.

Maximum Bids – Internet Auction Only: To maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242. If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent

tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under bidder’s bid.

Bid Increments: Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10% or at the discretion of the auctioneer.

Checking Bids – Internet Auction Only: You can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish. However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and extended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into effect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

Callbacks – Internet Auction Only: RRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night. You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

Bidding - Internet Auction: To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. If you have questions about this feature, please call RR Auction well in advance of the auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not and cannot be responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.

Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through the following services: www.artfact.com and www.icollector.com. On some occasions beyond the control of RR Auction, the bid software or the Internet itself may not physically keep up with the pace of the auction. In order to help avoid disappointment, RR Auction recommends placing a realistic absentee bid now. Since Artfact and iCollector (hereinfafter referred to as “Third Party sites”) bids are not shown to RR Auction until RR Auction opens the lot on the floor, RR Auction treats those bids the same as floor or telephone bids. In most cases, however, the floor and/or telephone responds before the Third Party sites bid is presented, due to Live Internet bid software or Internet lag time, so for consistency it is RR Auction’ policy that floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over Third Party sites bids with floor bids being considered before telephone bids. Also please note that all RR Auction lots purchased through the Third Party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. RR Auction strongly urges the bidder to resolve any questions about these policies or their implementation PRIOR TO BIDDING. Successful Bids: The fall of the auctioneer’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the buyer. If your salesroom or absentee bid is successful, you will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice.

Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the consignor. The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.

After the Auction - Payment: You are expected to pay for your purchases in full within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. (See Generally “Payment” §27 through 35 of the Term

and Conditions of Sale).

Shipping: After payment has been made in full, RR Auction may, as a service to buyers, arrange to have property packed, insured and shipped at your request and expense. For shipping information, please contact RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. In circumstances in which RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, we will also include an administration charge. Packages shipped internationally will have full value declared on shipping form. (See Generally “Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges” §36 and 37 of the Term and Conditions of Sale).

At our discretion, some orders of high value may be sent via overnight or two-day service. Insurance is added to each invoice, with a minimum of $2 for the first $200 of value and 55¢ per $100 of value over $200.

Oversized orders will have additional postage added to their invoices.

Within the United States, rates for shipping and handling only are: $0–$100..........................................$10 $101–$500.......................................$15 $501–$1,000....................................$20 $1,001–$3,000.................................$35 $3,001–$10,000...............................$45 Over $10,000.................................$100 Additional Cataloging, Warranties and Disclaimers: NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY DESCRIPTION CONTAINED IN THIS AUCTION OR ANY SECOND OPINE. Any description of the items or second opinion contained in this Auction is for the sole purpose of identifying the items for those Bidders who do not have the opportunity to view the lots prior to bidding, and no description of items has been made part of the basis of the bargain or has created any express warranty that the goods would conform to any description made by Auctioneer.

Color variations can be expected in any electronic or printed imaging, and are not grounds for the return of any lot.

Auctioneer is selling only such right or title to the items being sold as Auctioneer may have by virtue of consignment agreements on the date of auction and disclaims any warranty of title to the Property. Auctioneer disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purposes. All images, descriptions, sales data, and archival records are the exclusive property of Auctioneer, and may be used by Auctioneer for advertising, promotion, archival records, and any other uses deemed appropriate.

Release: In consideration of participation in the Auction and the placing of a bid, Bidder expressly releases Auctioneer, its officers, directors and employees, its affiliates, and its outside experts that provide second opinion, from any and all claims, cause of action, chose of action, whether at law or equity or any arbitration or mediation rights existing under the rules of any professional society or affiliation based upon the assigned description, or a derivative theory, breach of warranty express or implied, representation or other matter set forth within these Terms and Conditions of Auction or otherwise. In the event of a claim, Bidder agrees that such rights and privileges conferred therein are strictly construed as specifically declared herein; e.g., authenticity, gross cataloging error, etc. and is the exclusive remedy. Bidder, by non-compliance to these express terms of a granted remedy, shall waive any claim against Auctioneer.

Some Property sold by Auctioneer are inherently dangerous e.g. firearms, and items that may be swallowed or ingested or may have latent defects all of which may cause harm to a person. Bidder accepts all risk of loss or damage from its purchase of these items and Auctioneer disclaims any liability whether under contract or tort for damages and losses, direct or inconsequential, and expressly disclaims any warranty as to safety or usage of any lot sold.

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Provision: Bidder and RR Auction agree that any agreements between the Bidder and RR Auction including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Amherst, New Hampshire, which is where the agreements are to be performed and the auction to take place,

no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. Both RR Auction and the Bidder agree that any disputes under these Conditions of Sale, the subject matter hereof, the entering into, or any aspect of the auction, shall be exclusively governed by New Hampshire law, and that any and all claims or actions shall be brought and maintained only in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. THE PARTIES EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY. The Bidder hereby consents that any dispute shall be presented in confidential binding arbitration before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The Bidder and RR Auction herby agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in the State of New Hampshire.

Any dispute, claim, cause of action must be brought within one (1) year of the alleged breach, default or misrepresentation or the claim is waived. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Both Bidder and RR Auction agree that these provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute specifically including third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder, and that absent such agreement, RR Auction would not permit Bidder to bid hereunder. Any violation of the terms of this Paragraph shall entitle RR Auction to reasonable attorney fees and litigation costs in addition to all other available remedies, all of which remain reserved. The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the parties’ agreement, and the parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator’s award may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction. This agreement and any claims shall be determined and construed under New Hampshire law.

Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize the Auctioneer’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, Auctioneer reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement.

Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing.

RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available.

Rules of Construction: Auctioneer presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Terms and Conditions of Auction by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.

TERMINOLOGY

Condition: Each item in the catalog is described with a statement of opinion indicating its overall condition. The condition of the items we offer generally falls into the following range: good—very good—fine—very fine.

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

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

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

Abbreviations and Terms: ALS - Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed

by the given personality) ANS - Autograph Note Signed (a shorter ALS) AQS - Autograph Quotation Signed AMQS - Autograph Musical Quotation Signed DS - Document Signed Endorsement - A signature on the reverse of a check, or a signature

on a document indicationg approval or further instructions Ephemera - An unsigned item FDC - First Day Cover Inscribed - “Personalized” ISP - Inscribed Signed Photograph LS - Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality) Souvenir Typescript - An excerpt from a speech, book, film, etc. or an

account of an incident, typed by a collector and signed by the

individual noted SP - Signed Photograph Sweet spot - The area on the baseball where the stitched lines are

closest together.

TLS - Typed Letter Signed Book Grading: Fine (F) - unused, no damage Near Fine (NF) - one or two very minor flaws Very Good (VG) - some signs of wear, but overall sound Good (G) - well-worn but complete Poor (P) - heavily worn, sufficient as a “Reading Copy” All defects will be noted. For complete book grading guide, please check online.

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