RR Auction: May 2014 Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Auction

MAY 14, 2014

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RARE. REMARKABLE.

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The North End is steeped in history The Old North Church, the Paul Revere House, key stops along the Freedom Trail—Boston’s venerable North End is home to some American history heavyweights. Now it’s our home, too.

Here, collectors and consignors can attend special auction events, preview featured items, and schedule professional appraisals—just as they’ve done for years in our New Hampshire office, where it’s still business as usual. RR Auction has a long history of achieving record-shattering results; with our new gallery situated in one of America’s most historic communities, we see a future filled with even more remarkable results.

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AUTHENTICATORS AND CONSULTANTS BOB EATON AND BILL WHITE, RR AUCTION

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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 beatles autographs

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

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

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

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

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

RICH CONSOLA Rich has studied Elvis Presley’s handwriting and signature for nearly 20 years, which has placed him in the forefront of Presley authenticators worldwide. * For more information on Letters of Authenticity call (800) 937-3880

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presidents & first ladies

1. George Washington. Exquisite ink signature as president, “Go: Washington,” on an off-white 4.5 x 4.5 vellum slip clipped from a document, also signed by Secretary of State Timothy Pickering and dated 1796. Also includes five strands of Washington’s hair in a clear envelope affixed to a certificate of authenticity from Charles Hamilton.

In fine condition, with a vertical fold passing through a single letter of Washington’s signature. Additional accompaniments are a 1776 Connecticut six-pence banknote, and a manuscript pay order document for Nathaniel Brown, a soldier in the Connecticut line of the Continental Army, dated 1781. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Highly desirable presidential free frank to the man who named Washington, DC 2. George Washington. Scarce hand-

addressed free-franked panel, 4.75 x 3, addressed by Washington to “David Stuart Esq, Hope Parke, Fairfax City, Virginia,” and franked in the lower left, “President, US.” Panel also bears a “Free” stamp at the top. In very good condition, with scattered staining and a few tape-repaired edge tears (none affecting any writing). Stuart purchased his Hope Parke plantation in 1785, and was appointed by President Washington as the Virginia representative on the first board of Commissioners of the Federal City; the commission named the nation’s capital ‘City of Washington’ in ‘The Territory of Columbia.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Rare broadside issued in 1800 by Adams and Jefferson to suspend trade with France 3. John Adams. Printed broadside issued by John Ad-

ams as president and Thomas Jefferson as vice president, three pages, 8.25 x 13.25, February 27, 1800, entitled, “An Act to Further suspend the commercial intercourse between the United States and France, and the dependencies thereof.” In part: “Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That all commercial intercourse between any person or persons resident within the United States…and any person or persons resident within the territories of the French Republic…is hereby prohibited and further suspended.” In very good condition, with repaired partial edge separations to folds, and scattered toning. In what is known as the Quasi-War, the French began to seize American ships trading with Britain, and the Americans in turn retaliated through the use of force as well as legislation, as seen in this act. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

4. John Adams. Prominent and crisp ink signature as president, “John Adams,” on an off-white 8.5 x 3.5 slip clipped from a document.

Boldly countersigned at the bottom by Secretary of State Timothy Pickering. In fine condition, with light circular seal toning to right side and mild mirrored ink from folding. A fantastic Adams example—the largest we have ever seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“The president and Mrs Adams” send an invitation to New Year’s dinner 5. Abigail Adams. Third-person

ALS, one page, 8 x 5, December 31, 1807. Invitation to a cousin and his family for a New Year’s Day dinner in Quincy, Massachusetts. In full: “The president and Mrs Adams ask the pleasure of Mr and Mrs Tufts company to dinner tomorrow 2 oclock, together with Mr Quincy Tufts and Miss Lucy.” Addressed in her own hand on the reverse to “Mr Cotton Tufts and Lady, Weymouth.” A small stain to the upper border and unobtrusive creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving. The recipient, Cotton Tufts, was Abigail’s younger cousin, and the others invited by this letter include his wife, Mercy, and their two eldest children, Quincy and Lucy, who were ages 16 and 14 at this date. His father, also named Cotton Tufts, was a lifelong friend of the Adams family and often managed their property and personal business when they were away from home on public business. Adams is scarce in any form, this being just the fourth letter we have offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Superlative full free frank to a whaling captain and distiller 6. Thomas Jefferson. Exceptional full free frank, measuring 9 x 7.5 unfolded, with center panel measuring 4.5 x 3.25, addressed by Jefferson to “Capt. Seth Jenkins, at the town of Hudson, state of New York,” and crisply franked in the lower left, “Th: Jefferson.” In fine condition, with a few trivial stains to the address panel and a couple larger stains to adjacent panels.

Jenkins was a Nantucket whaler who founded the whaling port of Hudson, New York, and later became a wine distiller. The National Archives has one record of a letter from Jefferson to Jenkins, dated June 21, 1791, in which he tells Jenkins that he should look into distilling spirits from wine rather than molasses, believing that it could create a higher quality product at a decreased cost. In arguing that better and cheaper spirits could be produced from wine than from molasses, Jefferson hoped to lessen American dependence upon the British West Indies and to increase trade relations with France. An extraordinarily desirable free frank, bearing a particularly bold and unusually large signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Ship’s papers for the Maria bound for “Labrador & Mediterranean”

7. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partly-printed DS, signed

“Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 20.5 x 16, July 10, 1804. A four-language ship’s papers issued to Joseph Saunders “master or commander of the Brig called Maria… lying at present in the port of Boston bound for Labrador & Mediterranean and laden with Ballast & Sea Stores.”

Nicely signed by Jefferson and Madison. Document has been professionally silked and framed to an overall size of 22 x 18. Intersecting folds, uniform moderate toning, a few small holes and edge tears, and some light haloing to Madison’s signature, otherwise very good condition. A very desirable combination of presidents for a ship with an unusual destination. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Letter to a fellow Constitution signer 8. James Madison. ALS signed “J. Madison, Jr.,” one page, 7.25 x 7.5,

no date. Letter to Edmund Randolph. In full: “I find that in consequence of a draught on the Treasury which I exchanged with Mr. Gou[verneu]r Morris for a bill on New York, that a surplus of £30 regular currency has passed into his hands. I have requested him to hand it over to you, whom I must trouble with a request to forward it by the first safe conveyance to Mrs. Carr of Goochland, and to transmit me her receipt for it whenever you may receive it.” Reverse bears an address panel to Randolph in Madison’s hand, as well as a docketing notation by Randolph. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a few fold separations, scattered toning, including a circular area to text from wax seal, a few small pinholes of surface loss, small tear to body from seal, and a rough bottom edge. A scarce example of Madison using his seldom-seen suffix. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

9 . James Madison and James Monroe. Partlyprinted scallop-top vellum DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 10 x 15.25, February 6, 1813. Scallopedtop ship’s pass issued for “the Ship Athens of Hudson, William Ringer, master and commander…mounted with no guns navigated with seventeen men to pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance seizure or molestation of the said Ship.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and Monroe. Intersecting folds, Madison’s signature and a few handwritten portions a couple shades lighter than Monroe’s, and a bit of scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. The white wafer seal is crisp and intact, and slightly toned at the edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

10. James Monroe. Partly-

printed vellum DS, signed “Jas. Monroe,” one page, 14.75 x 11.75, May 28, 1800. As governor of Virginia, Madison grants Robert Preston a “certain Tract or Parcel of Land, containing Two hundred and Eighty five Acres…in the County of Russell.” Paper seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. In very good condition, with heavy intersecting storage folds and scattered staining (mostly to center). Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Uncommon judicial appointment as Virginia’s governor

11. James Monroe. Partly-printed DS, signed “Jas Monroe,” one page, 12 x 7.5, October 1, 1800. Governor Monroe appoints “Ludwell Lee, John Lyons, Burr Powell, Stephens T. Mason, Adam Shover, Thomas Sim, Benjamin Edwards, Charles Lewis, John Rose, and George Lee” as justices of the peace in Loudoun County. Crisply signed at the conclusion by Monroe. The paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), a few small separations at edges and fold intersections, and scattered toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Adams writes on “commercial Relations between the United States of America and the British Colonies” 12. John Quincy Adams. Autograph manuscript, unsigned, one page, 7.75 x 5, circa 1830. Adams pens a statement related to trade between nations, apparently written to accompany a report on the matter. In full: “This review of the commercial Relations between the United States of America and the British Colonies in this Hemisphere from the period of the Peace of 1782 till the Mission of Mr. Gallatin to Great Britain was necessary for the right Understanding of their present State; which will form the subject of another paper.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Adams pens a property agreement for the Cherry Tree Meadow 13. John Quincy Adams. ADS, signed in the text “John Quincy

Adams” and at the conclusion “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 8.25 x 6.5, September 1831. Adams pens a property agreement. In part: “We the Subscribers, do hereby agree to divide our line of fence upon the salt marsh land called the Cherry Tree Meadow in manner following. John Quincy Adams, will make and maintain a piece of fence, beginning at a stake, at the Southwesterly corner of said marsh, and Northwesterly corner of David’s Island so called—thence running Easterly by said Island, thirty four rods to a ditch—thence Northerly on said Ditch seven rods to a stake.” Document is affixed to a 9.5 x 8 mount. In very good condition, with mounting as noted, uniform toning from previous display, a few minor edge tears, and scattered light toning and mirroring of ink.

The writing is clear and dark throughout. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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14. John Quincy Adams. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 14 x 9, April 16, 1825.

President Adams grants 150 acres of land in Indiana to “Jacob Glick assignee of John Williams.” Signed at the conclusion

by Adams and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, scattered soiling, two small diagonal lines of staining to left side, and handwritten portions of document fairly light, but still legible.

Adams’s signature remains bold and prominent and the white wafer seal is worn and toned, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

15. Martin Van Buren.

Ink signature, “With my respects, M. Van Buren, Lindenwald, August 20th, 58,” on an off-white 5 x 8 sheet. Central horizontal and vertical folds, and mirroring of ink to lower half of sheet, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Bold signature of the rarest president

16. William Henry Harrison. Excessively rare ink signature almost certainly as president, “W. H. Harrison,” on an off-white 2.25 x .5 vellum slip clipped from a larger document, affixed to a larger slip bearing a collector’s notation, which reads, “As President, United States. March 4 to April 4, 1841.” In fine condition. Though undated, the style of signature and the fact that it is on vellum are both indications that this was, as notated, signed during Harrison’s brief period as president. A choice example of this sought-after signature.

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

Shortly before the 1840 election, Harrison remains confident, even if “more of the Abolitionists vote for him than I” 17. William Henry Harrison. Partial autograph letter, one page, 7.5 x 6.5, October 20, 1840. Partial letter to Edward Curtis reads, in full: “I have just returned from a tour of 3 Weeks, & found your letter in which you mention the ‘Cold Sweats’ you were suffering under from the apprehension of the success of Shannon. I hope that the news of our 18 or 20’000 majority may have relieved you before this reaches you. My votes will considerably exceed Corwin, unless more of the Abolitionists vote for him than I at present suppose to have done so. Under any circumstances however (as far as the Abolitionists are concerned) there is no danger. Their whole vote given against me would not change the result & I am certain of being supported by more than half of their numbers.” In fine condition, with two vertical folds and a rough bottom edge. Accompanied by a photocopy of the original mailing envelope. During his political career before the presidential election, Harrison consistently opposed any attempt by Congress to restrict the spread of slavery or to curtail the authority of slave masters. Despite his stance, he would easily defeat Martin Van Buren for the presidency with the help of Thomas Corwin, who was serving as the governor of Ohio at the time. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Many of the Old Line Whigs will vote for Buck and Breck. That is the new Tip and Tie firm”

18. John Tyler. Remarkable ALS, signed “J. Tyler,” three pages on two adjoining

sheets, 7.75 x 10, dated June [18], 1856. Letter to Colonel John S. Cunningham in Washington, DC. In part: “The doings of the Convention at Cincinnati prove acceptable to most of the people hereabouts atho’ very many were the advocate of Genl. Pierce.

No man certainly could have more strongly manifested his devotion to the constitutional rights of the South, and his failure to recieve [sic] its entire vote arrises [sic] more from what appears to be a settled determination to limit the Presidential term to four years than to any thing else. We may set it down as quite certain therefore that no man is to fill the chair longer than four years. Many of the Old Line Whigs will vote for Buck and Breck. That is the new Tip and Tie firm.” Reverse of second page bears an address panel in Tyler’s hand to “Col. John S. Cunningham, Washington, D.C.,” free-franked in the upper right, “J. Tyler,” and bearing a “Free” stamp and a June 18, Norfolk cancellation. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered light spotting and textual smudging, light show-through from writing on opposing sides, and some light mounting remnants to reverse of second page.

In this letter to his friend John Cunningham, a purser in the Navy, Tyler offers with an account of the 1856 Democratic National Convention, held in Cincinnati, in which President Franklin Pierce was denied re-nomination, James Buchanan was nominated for President, and John C. Breckinridge for Vice President. The highlight of this letter is Tyler’s reference to his own past campaign song-turned-slogan from 1840, ‘Tippecanoe and Tyler Too.’ The tune, referring to Harrison by the title of his victorious 1811 battle at Tippecanoe, debuted at a New York Whig Party rally in 1840 and spread through the nation, quickly becoming the most famous in American history. Twenty-five years past his own election, he alters the slogan to fit current candidates James Buchanan and John C. Breckinridge: “Many of the Old Line Whigs will vote for Buck and Breck. That is the new Tip and Tie firm.” This is a marvelous letter, not only special for its personal tone in navigating the business of a former president, but also for its reference to his own campaign slogan, one of the best-known of all time. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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19. John Tyler. Hand-addressed and free-franked envelope, 5.5 x 3.25, ad-

dressed “To the Secretary of State,” and franked in the upper right, as president, “J. Tyler,” and marked “private” in the lower left corner. Envelope bears a May 13, Washington, D. C. postmark, and retains its red wax presidential seal on the reverse. In fine condition, with scattered light creases and wrinkles, and missing flap. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce pardon issued in 1845 20. James K. Polk.

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 7.75 x 9.5, October 11, 1845. President Polk directs the secretary of state “to affix the Seal of the United States to the pardon of Virgil M. Rose, and for his release from imprisonment.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Polk. Affixed by the left side to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with a couple areas of subtly toned adhesive remnants and a thumbprint to the right edge. Polk pardons are quite uncommon, this being just the fifth we have offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Polk’s personal copy of a newspaper reporting on the “Invasion of Texas” 21. James K. Polk. James K. Polk’s copy of the complete Tuesday, April 28, 1840, edition of Washington’s National Intelligencer newspaper, four pages, 18 x 23, featuring important news about Texas and congressional proceedings, with the upper right labeled “Gov. JK Polk” in an unknown hand. The lead story in the first column is headed “Important From Texas,” with a sub-headline, “Invasion of Texas,” and reports about the victory of Mexican Centralist troops under General Arista over Federalists led by General Canales near San Antonio. The article states that “the news has created no little alarm in Texas, and the population are arming to meet the invader, if such should be his character. The sudden approach of the Mexicans seems to have taken the Texian Government by surprise.” In very good condition, with fragile storage folds and significant staining. As president, Polk was deeply involved with Texas, annexing and granting statehood to it; this western expansion led to the Mexican-American war, through which the United States acquired a large amount of territory. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon ship’s papers for a Pacific Ocean whaling voyage 22. Zachary Taylor. Partial partly-printed DS as president, signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 8.75 x 10, June 17, 1850. Portion of a four-language ship’s pass containing the English and Dutch sections, issued to “Joseph Bailey master or commander of the Ship called Champion…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for the Pacific Ocean and laden with [ute]nsils for a whaling voyage.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Taylor and countersigned by Secretary of State John M. Clayton. The embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains crisp and fully intact. Affixed to a slightly larger mount. Smoothed intersecting folds passing through signature, insignificant surface marks and soiling, and some writing cut off at edges, otherwise fine condition.

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

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Extremely bold 1836 requisition receipt 23. Zachary Taylor. Choice partly-printed DS, signed

“Z. Taylor, Col Comdg” one page, 7.75 x 3.25, April 23, 1836. Confirmation of the quartermaster’s receipt of “Four cords, Six Feet, and Eight Inches of Wood, in full of the above requisition.” In fine condition, with mild soiling.

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24. Franklin Pierce. Partly-

printed vellum DS as president, one page, 14.75 x 17.5, October 13, 1855. President Pierce appoints Joseph M. Bradford as “Lieutenant in the Navy from the 14th of September 1855 in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion

by Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy James C. Dobbin. Orange seal affixed to the bottom remains fully intact. Intersecting folds, mild overall foxing, and signatures a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

25. James Buchanan. Free-

franked mailing envelope, 6.75 x 3.75, addressed in another hand to “Rev. J. W. French, United States Military Academy, West Point,” and franked in the upper right, as president, “Free, James Buchanan.” Envelope bears a partial Washington DC postmark, and also retains its red wax presidential seal on the reverse.

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

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26. James Buchanan. Partly-printed DS as president,

one page, 14.5 x 12, September 7, 1858. President Buchanan officially recognizes Francis A. Hoffmann as “Consul for the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha at Chicago in the State of Illinois.” Signed at the conclusion by Buchanan and countersigned by Secretary of State Lewis Cass. Matted and framed to an overall size of 21 x 17. Numerous intersecting folds (one horizontal fold passing through the signature), otherwise fine condition. Born in Westphalia, Prussia, Hoffmann emigrated to the US in 1840 to avoid conscription, eventually studying law in Chicago where he became involved in politics. He was known as a vigorous opponent of the extension of slavery and he helped found the Republican Party in Illinois. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare and fantastic twice-signed Lincoln letter commanding that a wounded soldier “be appointed at once” to a quartermaster position

27. Abraham Lincoln. Civil War–dated ALS as president signed twice, “A. Lincoln,” one page, 5 x 8, Executive Mansion letterhead, October 9, 1862. Letter to Quarter-Master General Montgomery C. Meigs. In full: “The bearer of this, Elbridge Meconkey, was on Gen. McCall’s staff, and was wounded at Gaine’s Mill. He now wishes to be a Quarter-Master; and I would like to appoint him, if another Q. M. is now needed. Please answer.” On the reverse of the second integral page, Meigs writes a response to the president on the following day, signed “M C Meigs, QMG,” in full: “Respectfully returned to the President of the United States. This Department has now calls for details of Quarter-Masters of Volunteers which it cannot supply, & the Quarter Master General will gladly avail of the services of any efficient officer who may be appointed & directed to report to him for duty.” Below this, Lincoln pens his final approval, also signed “A. Lincoln,” in full: “Let Elbridge Meconkey be appointed at once.” Vertical mailing folds (one passing between his first initial and last name in the first signature), a bit of toning, and unobtrusive evidence of professional repairs to some folds, otherwise fine condition; both signatures are exquisite in boldness and clarity.

This exemplary letter shows Lincoln’s personal involvement in appointments during his administration, especially those concerning the war effort. The Battle of Gaines’ Mill took place on June 27, 1862, and the wounded Meconkey met with Lincoln on October 9, 1862—the date of this initial letter—to make his request, then personally delivered the message to Meigs. Despite Meigs’ positive response and Lincoln’s instructions, there is no reference to the position of quartermaster in Meconkey’s lengthy obituary, nor is the appointment found in government records, so it seems that the position fell through.

Twice-signed Lincoln presidential items on opposite sheets are rarely encountered as they were usually separated by collectors to create two signed documents. According to volume five of the Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln, this letter was once owned by famed agricultural author Karl John Theodore Ekblaw and his wife. This example is especially attractive and notably intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) www.RRAuction.com | 13

Iconic 1860 portrait of the soon-to-be president— a personal favorite among Lincoln and his friends 28. Abraham Lincoln. Original 7.5 x 9.25 albumen

portrait of Lincoln in near profile, printed from the original negative of Alexander Hesler by George Ayres, circa 1892–1895, and affixed to its 8 x 10 mount. Image bears two of Ayres’ 1881 copyright stamps in the top left and lower right corners. Ayres has also written on the reverse of the mount, “Copyright Geo. B. Ayres Phila. For Sale by Subscription (Limited) only by Geo W Holmes Jr 802 Windsor Sqr Philadelphia Pa.” Scattered light surface abrasions and marks from previous housing in an oval mat, slight surface loss to lower edge, scattered silvering to edges, and toning to reverse, otherwise very good condition.

Chicago photographer Alexander Hesler traveled to Springfield for his sitting with Lincoln in early June of 1860, just weeks after the latter secured the Republican presidential nomination. The four images he captured of the soon-to-be president—and this one in particular—were instant favorites, becoming the chosen shots for campaign items sold by the Republican Party, as well as the basis for the numerous posters created over the next few years.

Lincoln’s law partner, William Herndon, once commented on the present image, ‘There is the peculiar curve of the lower lip, the lone mole on the right cheek, and a pose of the head so essentially Lincolnian; no other artist has ever caught it.’ Following the close of the Civil War, George Ayres acquired two of Hesler’s original negatives and made a living selling prints of them from the 1880s through the turn of the century. A magnificent portrait of the Great Emancipator, considered one of the finest ever taken—by both the general public and the president himself. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Rare 1860 Lincoln-Hamlin campaign ferrotype 29. Abraham Lincoln. Rare two-sided Lincoln-Hamlin ferrotype from the 1860 presidential campaign, measuring just over half an inch in diameter, featuring a terrific bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln on one side, with candidates’ names, “Lincoln” and “Hamlin,” raised in relief around the outer rim.

The reverse would bear a similar bust portrait of Hamlin, though all but his forehead is obscured by a black circular area of wear; the rim of this side features a laurel design and the year, “1860.” A metallic loop has been inserted in the hole in the top of the circular frame. This is an unusual example, as most of these feature the candidates’ names on opposing sides, rather than on one only. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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As he appeared at the start of his presidency

32. Abraham Lincoln. Fantastic 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Lincoln seated in a distinguished full-length pose. Published by E. & H. T. Anthony of New York, from a Brady negative. In very good condition, with scattered spotting to the image and light wear to edges and corners. This particular image was captured by Alexander Gardner of Brady’s Gallery on February 24, 1861, during Lincoln’s first sitting in Washington held for ‘Harper’s Weekly.’ He was inaugurated as president just eight days later. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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33. U. S. Grant. Ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 2.5 x .5 lightly-lined slip.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a color copy of the envelope which once held the signature, notated in an unknown hand, “For Julia & her children, General U S Grant’s autograph, some later 1885 during last illness. Written in 1878.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

34. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 27, 1872. President Grant orders the secretary of state to “affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of John Miller.” Miller’s middle initial is scratched out, apparently a mistake when filling out the document. In fine condition, with small edge separations at horizontal folds and expected document wear. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare 1864 handwritten letter by Grant to Burnside about 13th Amendment architect James Ashley 35. U. S. Grant. War-dated ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen.,”

one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 4.75, July 11, 1864. Letter written from City Point (Grant’s headquarters during the siege of Petersburg in 1864 and 1865) to General Ambrose Burnside. In full: “Please send an ambulance to the rail-road at the Hospital, to await the arrival of the cars there and take Mr. Ashley, M. C. to your HdQrs.” In fine condition, with small separation along a horizontal fold, staple hole to top left, and a touch of trivial soiling in blank areas. James M. Ashley was a newspaper editor, Ohio Congressman, and the prime sponsor of the 13th Amendment outlawing slavery. Though a more radical Republican than Lincoln, he cooperated with the president to round up the House votes for the amendment’s approval in January 1865. Ashley, like many fellow Republicans, was determined to maintain their power in Congress while reducing the influence of the president and Supreme Court. Grant, finely attuned to the power game in Washington, would have certainly paid attention to this key player in the political aspect of the war’s aftermath, and, since Ashley was visiting a war zone, Grant was guaranteeing his safety. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

36. Rutherford B. Hayes. Executive Mansion card signed in black ink, “R. B. Hayes, 16 Mch 1878.” Subtle irregular toning and trivial mounting remnants to reverse corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“We are all proud of you for the heroic way you have stood up in the beleaguered capital of France” 37. James A. Garfield. ALS signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page, 7.75 x 10, Thirtysecond Congress, House of Representatives letterhead, April 6, 1871. Letter to Elihu B. Washburne, US minister to France. In part: “Permit me to introduce my friend and colleague…He goes to Europe with his family to spend the summer. I commend him to your kind regards as one of the best and truest men in the present Congress—We are all proud of you for the heroic way you have stood up in the beleaguered capital of France.”

Intersecting folds, irregular toning to the right side, and a mounting strip along the left edge, otherwise fine condition. By this point, the French had been essentially defeated in the Franco-Prussian War with the Siege of Paris that had concluded only three months before Garfield sent this this letter, thus his interesting comment. Washburne was the only diplomat from a major power to stay in Paris during the war, heroically standing tall at his post even as the Prussian army ravaged the city with violence, where he risked his own life to provide both diplomatic and humanitarian support to protect American citizens and others as best he could. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 16 | May 14, 2014 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

Rare presidential appointment signed just one month before he was shot

38. James A. Garfield. Rare partly-printed DS as president, signed “James A. Garfield,” one page, 17 x 14, June 1, 1881. President Garfield appoints Presley C. Lane as “Postmaster at Palmyra, in the county of Marion, State of Missouri.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by Garfield and countersigned by Postmaster General Thomas L. James. The gold seal and red ribbon affixed to the lower left remain crisp and fully intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light bands of toning to the signature area from the seal and ribbons. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait. Lane was active in politics, representing Marion County in the state legislature in addition to his role as postmaster. Presidential appointments by Garfield are extremely scarce, as he actively served just four months as president—having taken the office in March 1881, he was shot on July 2 and passed away in September. An exemplary Garfield document from his brief term as executive. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Choice signed and initialed 1872 check 39. Chester A. Arthur. Business check, 7.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed by

Arthur, “C. A. Arthur,” payable to Drs. Peters & Wheelock for $290, December 11, 1872. A two-cent revenue stamp is affixed to the upper left, initialed and dated by Arthur, “C. A. A., Dec 11 1872.” In fine condition, with expected bank stamps, notations, and cancellation cuts to the payee area (none affecting the crisp, clean signature). At the time, Arthur was about to see his one-year anniversary as collector of the Port of New York, having been appointed to the position by President Grant on November 20, 1871, and confirmed by the Senate on December 12 of that year. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

40. Grover Cleveland. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 20 x 14, April 1, 1895. President Cleveland appoints Rufus E. Bean “Postmaster at Franklin, in the County of Merrimack, State of New Hampshire.” Signed at the conclusion by Cleveland and countersigned by Postmaster General William Wilson. In very good condition, with vertical bends and creases (a couple lightly passing through portions of signature), scattered toning and foxing, and dampstaining along bottom edge, which could be matted out. The gold foil seal is worn and toned, but intact, and retains its blue ribbon.

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

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Rare presidential pardon for a man “convicted of the crime of manslaughter” 41. Chester A. Arthur. Rare manuscript DS as president, one page

both sides, 10.25 x 15.5, April 25, 1884. In part: “William Pope having been convicted of the crime of manslaughter, was sentenced to undergo an imprisonment of six years…it appears that he has served the greater part of his sentence; And whereas, his pardon is recommended by the Hon: Charles P. James, the presiding Judge…therefore, be it known, that I Chester A. Arthur, President of the United States of America… do hereby grant to the said William Pope, a full and unconditional pardon.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Arthur and countersigned by Secretary of State Frederick T. Frelinghuysen. The white presidential seal affixed beside Arthur’s signature remains extremely crisp and fully intact. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and a tape repair to one edge separation, otherwise fine condition. This beautifully penned document is the very first pardon

by Arthur we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

42. Grover Cleveland. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21.75 x 17, September 2, 1893. President Cleveland appoints Enoch Knight of Los Angeles “to be Receiver of Public Moneys at Los Angeles, California.” Signed at the conclusion by Cleveland and countersigned by Secretary of the Interior Hoke Smith. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, tack holes to edges, uniform toning, tape repairs to reverse, and some of the handwritten portions of document traced over, otherwise very good condition.

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

Not long after passing the bar, Cleveland writes to a powerful law firm that handled prominent inventors 43. Grover Cleveland. Early ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 10, November 16, 1859. Letter

to the law firm of Blatchford, Seward, and Griswold. In part: “Your allusion to a ‘summons’ was all Greek to me, never having heard of or seen a thing of the kind before. I have however drawn something which I suppose will answer the purpose…With us, after notice of an application ‘for the relief demanded in the complaint’ the defts attys have no further notice of proceedings, unless, it be of an application for surplus moneys. I mention this to account for my ignorance of the use or existence under our code of a ‘Master summons.’” In very good condition, with partial separations along intersecting folds, a fold through a single letter of signature, and scattered light toning and soiling. The law firm of Blatchford, Seward, and Griswold represented many prominent inventors in the 19th century, including Samuel F. B. Morse, Charles Goodyear, and Elias Howe, Jr. BS&G also provided consul for both individuals and companies accused of copyright infringement and for inventors bringing lawsuits. One of its founders, Samuel Blatchford, would go on to serve as an associate justice of the United States Supreme Court. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 18 | May 14, 2014 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

44. Benjamin Harrison. Ink

signature, “Benj.

Harrison,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1 clipped slip. In very good condition, with a brush to last name of signature, small red pencil mark, and some scattered light toning and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

45. Benjamin Harrison.

Three checks, dating from 1883 and 1900, all signed “Benj. Harrison,” including two filled out by Harrison. Scattered edge wear, cancellation cuts to bodies, with one slightly affecting middle portion of signature, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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47. Benjamin Harrison. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 18.5 x 14.5, January 10, 1891. President Harrison appoints Carl E. Johnson as “Notary Public for the District of Columbia.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Harrison and countersigned by Attorney General William H. H. Miller. The red Department of Justice seal affixed to the lower left remains crisp and fully intact.

Intersecting folds, light area of toning from the seal, and a tape-repaired chip to the lower left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Harrison investigates charges of impropriety

48. Benjamin Harrison. Scarce ALS as president, in pencil, signed “B. Harrison,” on both sides of a 4.75 x 3.5 card bearing an engraving of the White House, no date. Headed at the top, “Private,” Harrison writes to Secretary of Interior John Noble. In full: “A gentleman who is well endorsed tells me that on the files of your Dept there are serious charges against [Arizona Territorial Governor Lewis] Wolfley in connection with Govt Surveys in Arizona—Have the matter investigated & report to me the result.” In fine condition, with a small crease to lower right corner, not affecting text or engraving, and first initial of signature over top edge of image. Due in large part to his complete lack of political skill and experience, much of Wolfley’s time in office was mired in political scandal, which eventually led to his resignation. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Executive Mansion card signed in the waning days of 1900 49. William McKinley. Very desirable Executive Mansion card, boldly signed in black ink, “William McKinley.” A few insignificant marks and nicks to the surface, and mild mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original letter of transmittal from his secretary on Executive Mansion letterhead, dated December 22, 1900, as well as the Executive Mansion mailing envelope. This was sent just eight months prior to McKinley’s assassination at the hand of anarchist Leon Czolgosz; when Roosevelt succeeded him in office, he had the remaining Executive Mansion stationery printed with black borders in McKinley’s memory, and after a month-long morning period had new cards and stationery printed with the words ‘White House,’ replacing ‘Executive Mansion.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

50. William McKinley. Crisp matte-finish

5.5 x 7.5 three-dimensional photo, matted to a size of 9.5 x 12, signed and inscribed on the mat in black ink, as president, “Many happy birthdays, for Ida F. Dumont, William McKinley, November 1st, 1900.”

Signature and inscription have inexplicably been cleanly separated into sections and neatly re-assembled along the bottom edge of the mat, which also seems to have been re-assembled. Framed to an overall size of 11.25 x 13.5.

In fine condition, with aforementioned re-assembly. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Growing friendliness and goodwill among the republics of the Western Hemisphere”

51. William McKinley. Partly-printed DS

as president, one page, 21.75 x 17, September 17, 1898. President McKinley appoints Arthur P. Cheek “Postmaster at Baraboo, in the County of Sauk, State of Wisconsin.” Signed at the conclusion by McKinley and countersigned by Postmaster General Charles Emory Smith. Intersecting folds, a bit of scattered light toning, and some curling to edges from having previously been rolled, otherwise fine condition. The gold foil seal is crisp and intact and retains its original red ribbons. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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52. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75,

White House letterhead, December 9, 1905. Letter to US diplomats based in South and Central America. In part: “This is to introduce to you Rev. Dr. Francis Edward Clark, the President of the United Society of Christian Endeavor. He is visiting South America with the hope of aiding the Christian Endeavor movement and of increasing the growing friendliness and goodwill among the republics of the Western Hemisphere. I should be glad to have you show him any proper official courtesy.” In very good condition, with trivial edge separations at folds, a horizontal fold passing through the signature, irregular toning from mounting remnants to reverse, and toned tape to edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

53. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS,

one page, 8.5 x 11, Metropolitan letterhead, October 31, 1916. Letter to Philip W. Marett. In full: “That is such a nice letter of yours that I must write you to thank you for it. Give my warm regards to your wife, the mother of seven boys and four girls.” In a handwritten postscript, Roosevelt adds: “Good luck to all the Marett family!” Central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), overall creases, and light toning to edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

54. Theodore Roosevelt.

Signed book: Af r ic a n Ga m e Trails, Volume II. Later printing. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1910. Hardcover with dust jacket, 7 x 10, 529 pages.

Boldly signed on the first free end page in black ink, “Theodore Roosevelt.” Autographic condition: some light soiling to edges of the signed page, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/VG. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

55. Theodore Roosevelt. Su-

perb 5 x 4 photo of Roosevelt wearing his iconic monocle and hat while riding through the city in a horse-driven carriage, affixed to a 6.25 x 5.25 mount. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

56. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS

as president, one page, 22 x 17, December 10, 1902. President Roosevelt appoints John F. Armstrong “to be Register of the Land Office at Sacramento, California.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of the Interior Ethan A. Hitchcock. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

57. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 7.75 x 10.25, Vice President’s Chamber letterhead, August 27, 1901. Letter to Senator Shelby M. Cullom of Illinois. In part: “I shall be in Chicago next Saturday. It will be a particular pleasure to see you. I think [you are to be asked] to lunch to meet me; [if not can we not breakfast together Sunday?] I thank you most heartily. [I greatly desire to see you.]” Roosevelt made many handwritten edits and addendums at the conclusion, represented by brackets in this text.

Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and a bit of brushing to ink on the edited portion, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 58. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS signed “T.

Roosevelt,” one page, 6.25 x 7.75, The Outlook letterhead, June 30, 1910. Letter to William Conant Church of the Army and Navy Journal.

In full: “It was very kind of you to send me that letter, and I thank you for it.” In fine condition, with trivial soiling and creases to corners. Accompanied by Church’s retained copy of his letter to Roosevelt, informing him of political happenings that had occurred while he was on an expedition in Africa. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Program from the unveiling of Borglum’s Seated Lincoln, presented by the former president 59. Theodore Roosevelt.

Original program for the “Ceremony of the Unveiling of the Lincoln Monument Van Horn Request, Newark, New Jersey, May 30, 1911,” 6.25 x 9, eight pages, signed on the front cover in black ink, “Theodore Roosevelt.”

In fine condition, with scattered light toning and soiling, and some slight surface loss near top of front cover. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked May 30, 1911. Roosevelt presented Borglum’s statue to the people of Newark in front of 40,000 boisterous onlookers at the ceremony; the sculptor would later go on to carve Roosevelt’s image on Mount Rushmore. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

To a friend of Mark Twain

60. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as president,

one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, November 1, 1901. Brief letter to Joseph Twichell.

In full: “I thank you for writing. I wish I could have had a little talk with you at New Haven about hunting.” In very good condition, with Roosevelt’s signature uniformly light, but still legible, mild overall toning, a small area of adhesive remnant to lower blank portion, and mounting remnants to reverse of second integral page. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Twichell was a writer, Civil War veteran, and pastor who had a decades-long friendship with Samuel Clemens, and appears in A Tramp Abroad as Harris. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Military appointments for a career soldier who charged up San Juan Hill with Roosevelt 61. Theodore Roosevelt. Two

partly printed DSs, both signed as president, both approximately 15.5 x 19, dated 1901 and 1907.

Both are military appointments for Michael H. Barry, promoting him to the rank of first lieutenant, and later captain, of the artillery. Both are signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt, as well as his secretaries of war. Accompanied by five other documents issued to Barry during his career, including promotions to major and colonel in the Coast Artillery Corps, and noncommissioned appointments into the First Regiment of artillery. Also included is a fulllength portrait of Barry in full dress uniform. Moderate wrinkling, toning, and soiling, one of Roosevelt’s signatures faded, but still mostly legible, and scattered edge wear, otherwise very good condition. The blue seals are creased and worn, with scattered paper loss. Barry, a native of Milford, New Hampshire, joined the army in 1887, and was assigned to the First US Artillery at Fort Custer, Kansas. He would go on to fight in the Indian Wars against the Sioux, after which he was transferred to Cuba. He fought in the Spanish-American War as a member of Roosevelt’s unit, and participated in the battle of San Juan Hill, where he received the Purple Heart for a gunshot wound incurred during the battle. After working his way up the ranks, he served in France during World War I, with the rank of colonel. He eventually retired in 1922, after over 36 years of service to his country. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The theory that you can make peace by repealing a declaration of war is about as absurd as anything I know” 63. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” two pages, 8 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 6, 1920. Letter to newspaper correspondent Gus Karger. In part: “Thank you for sending me Knox’s joint resolution…Knox’s legal positions have become quite unstable and unsound since he got into this treaty discussion. I don’t regard anything he says of any particular moment now, from a legal and judicial standpoint. The theory that you can make peace by repealing a declaration of war is about as absurd as anything I know. The declaration of war leads to war, and that produces a status. The only way of ending that status is by agreement between the parties carrying on the war.”

A carbon copy of Karger’s three-page response is attached with a paperclip. Intersecting folds, toning, and stains and rusty paperclips to upper left corner, otherwise fine condition.

At the time Taft wrote this letter, the US was still technically in a state of declared war against Germany, a vestige from World War I due to the US never signing the Treaty of Versailles—a treaty that remained unsigned as politicians from both sides argued about whether or not the US should join the League of Nations. In 1920, Senator Philander C. Knox introduced a resolution which contended that the United States did not need to sign a peace treaty to officially conclude participation in World War I; while it did pass through Congress, it was vetoed by President Wilson. The US did not officially recognize the end of involvement in World War I until more than a year later, with the passage of the Knox–Porter Resolution under President Harding, on July 2, 1921. Following shortly thereafter, on August 25, was the official US-German Peace Treaty that Taft supported. A fascinating letter on Taft’s views of the legalities of war, a subject with which he was well-versed, having served as both president and chief justice of the Supreme Court. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

64. William H. Taft.

TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, September 29, 1919. Letter to Francis Edward Clark of the United Society of Christian Endeavor. In part: “I shall be very glad to read your latest book on ‘Our Italian FellowCitizens.’ I am very much interested in the Italian immigrant. We have a great many of them in New Haven, and I believe they are good citizens. It is a pleasure to hear of your support of the League and that of your influential Association.” Intersecting folds, scattered creases, and show-through at the top from mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. In the aftermath of World War I, when he wrote this letter, Taft was trying to get support for President Woodrow Wilson’s proposal to establish a League of Nations, as he mentions in the final sentence. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Taft presents a huge portrait to a former US assistant attorney general 65. William H. Taft.

Matte-finish 13.25 x 17.75 Harris and Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, as president, “For Wade H. Ellis, with affectionate regards, Wm. H. Taft, June 23, 1910.” Photo is housed in a period frame with an overall size of 16 x 20.5. In fine condition. Ellis served as Ohio attorney general from 1904–1908, and later as assistant attorney general of the United States, until resigning in February of 1910. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Letter of introduction for a man visiting India to make “some investigations there into the interesting problems of that great country”

66. William H. Taft. Stately

matte-finish 5.25 x 7.5 profile photo, signed across the top in black ink, “Sincerely yours, Wm. H. Taft.” Doublesuede-matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 16.25.

Moderate contrast to signature and sentiment, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

68. William H. Taft.

Taft champions the defense of baseless accusations against General Pershing 67. William H. Taft.

TLS signed “Wm H. Taft,” one page, 5.5 x 9, War Department letterhead, March 6, 1907.

Letter to Oswald Garrison Villard at The Evening Post. In part: “I have your letter…inclosing certain publications from the Manila ‘American.’

The Manila ‘American’ is such a reckless sheet that I would place very little confidence in what it says. General Wood has cabled me that he is forwarding a number of affidavits tending to show Pershing’s innocence of the charge. I return herewith, as you request, the clippings from the ‘American.’”

Some light spreading of ink to text, a few creases and ripples, and signature just a shade light, otherwise fine condition. When President Roosevelt promoted John ‘Black Jack’ Pershing from Captain to Brigadier General, skipping three ranks and surpassing over 800 senior officers, a scandal surfaced that nearly destroyed the general’s reputation. On information from an anonymous source, newspapers around the world published charges that he kept a Filipino mistress while serving in the Moro district, secretly fathering two children. An interesting letter regarding the military hero who would go on to earn the highest rank ever held in the US Army: General of the Armies. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Office of the Civil Governor of the Philippines letterhead, December 22, 1902. Letter of introduction for Professor Bernard Moses, written to Frank Sweetenham, governor of the Straits Settlements. In part: “I have the pleasure of introducing to you Professor and Mrs. Bernard Moses…a member of the Philippine Commission, the body of eight members that forms the legislative government of these islands…Professor and Mrs. Moses are refined and cultured people of the widest travel and experience…

He visits India for the purpose of making some investigations there into the interesting problems of that great country, and on his way there will stop at Singapore and possibly Penang. I am anxious that he should have the pleasure of meeting you, and I am very much gratified to commend him to your favorable acquaintance and attention.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

69. Woodrow Wilson. TLS as president,

one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, July 31, 1919. Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In part: “I dare not hope to be present at the Biennial Meeting…I know what I am missing in the opportunity to address so great and influential a body on a matter so near my heart.” Scattered creases, staple holes to upper left corner, and subtle spreading to ink of the typed text, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The ship that ferried troops and dignitaries during World War I

72. Woodrow Wilson. Pearl-finish sepia 19.5 x 9.75 photo of the 70. Woodrow Wilson. TLS, one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, March 9, 1921. Letter to Francis Edward Clark, written just five days after leaving office as president. In part: “Every confidence of your friendship cheers me very much. Hoping that you are fully restored to health and strength.” In fine condition, with mild haloing to ink in the signature. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

USS George Washington at sea by F. Muller, Jr., signed in black ink, “Woodrow Wilson,” and dated under the signature, “Mid Ocean, July 4, 1919,” in another hand. In good condition, with trimmed top edge, several small areas of a Wite-Out-type application, dampstaining to right half of image, a few small areas of paper loss to edges, scattered soiling, a bit of bubbling to finish near bottom, and “Mid Ocean,” traced over. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Wilson gifts a pair of books to his secret mistress 71. Woodrow Wilson. Pair of signed

books: The Golden Treasury and The Golden Treasury: Second Series. Later printing. London: Macmillan and Co., 1908. Hardcover, 4 x 6, 387 and 279 pages, respectively.

Identically signed and inscribed on the first free end page of both books in black ink as president, “Mrs. M. A. Hurlbert, from Woodrow Wilson, 26 May, 1913, Many happy returns of the day!” Autographic condition: fine. Golden Treasury book condition: VG-/ None. Second series book condition: G+/None. These books were presented to Mary Allen Hulbert, a close friend of Wilson and reportedly his mistress, with whom he had established a relationship in 1907 when they met in Bermuda. Research via the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library shows that Hulbert was a guest at the White House from May 9–16, 1913. A remarkable association between Wilson and his mistress from a presidency that generally remained free of scandal. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Stately oversized Harris and Ewing portrait 73. Warren G. Harding. Matte-finish 10.25

x 12.25 Harris and Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To H. C. Branch, with cordial greetings and very best wishes, Sincerely, Warren G. Harding.”

In fine condition, with some light silvering around photographer’s stamp. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare Coolidge AQS paying tribute to America’s first president

74. Calvin Coolidge. AQS

on an off-white 7 x 10.25 sheet of his personal stationery. Coolidge pens a quote from the conclusion of his commencement address given at George Washington University on February 22, 1929.

Coolidge writes: “As we study the statesmanship of Washington, as we see it demonstrated in our domestic and foreign experience, he becomes a larger and larger figure…The reverence for his memory continues to increase with the increasing years.” In fine condition. On February 22, 1929, just ten days before they left the White House, both President and Mrs. Coolidge were awarded Doctor of Laws degrees at a commencement ceremony at George Washington University. Coolidge was always a great admirer of Washington as proved in this reverent quote. Provenance: Christie’s, 2005. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“These are days when we need to reinforce our ideals. We need to define and defend them day by day”

75. Calvin Coolidge. TLS as vice president, two pages, 7 x 9, The Vice President’s Chamber letterhead, June 30, 1921. Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In part: “These are days when we need to reinforce our ideals. We need to define and defend them day by day and strive without ceasing to make them the realities of every day life…Your organization represents an effort to put religion into practice. When men look about the world today they will not be able to find any other remedy for our present condition, or any other motive strong enough to promise any solution.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling, mounting remnants affixed to edges and corners, and various tack holes (including a series passing above the signature). Clark had founded the Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavour in 1881, beginning as a small society in a single church; by the time Coolidge wrote this letter, it had expanded into an international, interdenominational organization whose membership numbered into the millions. While Coolidge did not have strong public religious opinions or evangelical convictions, as president he did begin the quasi-religious tradition of the National Christmas Tree. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 76. Calvin Coolidge. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, one page, 17.5 x 13, December 17, 1927. President Coolidge appoints Alan Rogers of California as “a Foreign Service Officer, unclassified, of the United States of America.” Signed at the conclusion by Coolidge and countersigned by Secretary of State Frank B. Kellogg. Matted and framed to an overall size of 24 x 20.

The embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains crisp and fully intact. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

77. Calvin Coolidge. TLS

as president, one page, 6.25 x 7.5, White House letterhead, July 6, 1926. Letter to Francis Edward Clark and his wife. In part: “Congratulations on the celebration of your golden wedding a n n i v e r s a r y, October 3. For kindred spirits to have had the privilege of one another’s love and companionship for half a century is a blessing to them. That your lives should have been concentrated to the service of religion through such an organization as the Christian Endeavor Societies is a blessing to the world.” Affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

78. Lou Henry Hoover. Matte-finish 7 x 9.75 Harris and Ewing

photo of Hoover posing alongside her dog, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To the Boy Scouts of Troop 325, of Philadelphia, with cordial greetings, Lou Henry Hoover.” Trimmed edges, and some scattered silvering to dark background, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

High praise for the UNICEF founder’s work with undernourished children: “He has given service to four million of them and no doubt has saved the lives of a great part” 79. Herbert Hoover. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 20, 1950. Letter to J. Q. Stewart of Princeton University.

In part: “I do not know anyone in the United States who is more deserving of an award of approval than Maurice Pate. For more than 30 years, he has devoted his life to the protection and care of subnormal and undernourished children throughout the world. I suppose that he has given service to four million of them and no doubt has saved the lives of a great part of them.” In fine condition, with one miniscule stain and a crease to the left edge. Pate was a businessman and humanitarian who co-founded the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) with Hoover in 1947, serving as its director until his death in 1965; under Pate’s leadership, the organization made great strides in eradicating famine and disease around the world. In addition to countless other institutions and governments, Princeton would eventually recognize Pate’s accomplishments by awarding him an honorary Ph.D. in 1958. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

80. Eleanor Roosevelt. Scarce ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 5.25, personal letterhead, May 8, no year. Letter to a friend.

In part: “He says there is a very good portrait of Betsy & she would be a hard person to make a miniature of if you hadn’t seen her for it’s her vivid expression which is…hard to capture in a photograph.” In fine condition, with toning to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“What I do think, is that our entire system of retirement should be changed” 81. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 6.25 x 9.75, personal

letterhead, April 1, 1960. Letter to Mr. Walter Brandin. In part: “Our entire system of retirement should be changed. People who are still able to make contributions should be allowed to do so as long as it is possible. If they are still vigorous in mind but not able to go on with the physical aspects of the work they have been doing up to that time, there should be available through the government some other training...One of the reasons for retiring people early is to give young people a chance to come up more quickly and of course with automation we are going to have to do some real thinking on how to get full employment and develop new fields of work for both young and old. This is a challenge for ingenuity, and in our production fields today we should be doing research since otherwise we will have not only old people but young people out of work.” Nicely double-matted and framed with a portrait and the original mailing envelope (bearing a stamped free frank) to an overall size of 22 x 18.5. In fine condition.

Unusually excellent content addressing a social problem that remains to this day, especially appropriate as it was during her husband’s first term that Social Security was established to aid Americans in their old age. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

82. Eleanor Roosevelt.

Exquisite matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders portrait of Roosevelt, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen to NYC restaurateur Leo Lindy. Tastefully double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 15.75. In fine condition, with the inscription and signature a shade light. The first lady disliked signing photos, making such portraits quite uncommon. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

84. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 5.5 x 6.5, Val-Kill Cottage letterhead, March 30, 1950. Letter to Hardy Steeholm. In full: “In answer to your letter of March 19, I will be glad to see you any Saturday except April 1st when I will be away.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 19 x 14, with a window on the reverse for viewing of the original mailing envelope bearing a stamped free frank. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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83. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Fountain pen signature, “Franklin D. Roosevelt,” on an off-white 5 x 3 embossed State of New York Executive Mansion card. In fine condition, with a bit of trivial soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely rare signed presentation copy of his 1932 presidential nominating address 85. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Gorgeous and highly desirable

booklet containing the address given by Joseph S. Mack at the 1932 Democratic National Convention in Chicago to nominate FDR as the party’s presidential candidate, 4.75 x 6.25, 15 pages, signed below the frontispiece portrait in fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Also signed by Mack below his portrait on the following page. This attractively prepared presentation copy is gilt-stamped on the front cover, “Joseph S. Mack,” presumably as a gift to one of John Mack’s relatives. In fine condition, with a Jefferson postage stamp and toned piece of tape affixed to the page signed by Mack. Although Roosevelt’s widespread national popularity would go on to earn him a remarkable four presidential election victories, the vote at the 1932 DNC was closely contested—two other candidates, Al Smith and John Nance Garner, were thoroughly considered, and it took four rounds of ballots for a two-thirds majority to agree on FDR as the nominee. This beautifully made, immensely rare booklet marks the beginning of Roosevelt’s road to the presidency, where he became one of America’s most beloved leaders. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

FDR prepares for WWII with instructions to prioritize contracts for “items listed as critical in the defense program” 86. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as president, two pages, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, October 25, 1940.

Letter to Otto S. Beyer, chairman of the National Mediation Board. In part: “At the suggestion of the Advisory Commission to the Council of National Defense and of the War and Navy Departments, a voluntary system has recently been instituted for the assignment of preference ratings to contracts placed by the War and Navy Departments for items listed as critical in the defense program. The preference rating requests that the contractor give to the contract, insofar as necessary to assure delivery on the dates specified, the indicated degree of preference over other contracts which have an inferior or no preference rating and over contracts for private account or for export. Instances have arisen where potential contractors have been hesitant to accept Army and Navy preference rated contracts because such contractors are already working on other Government contracts which contain liquidated damage clauses. Unless industry is assured that delays caused by the acceptance of and compliance with preference rated contracts will not result in attempts by the Government to collect penalties, the procurement of materials necessary to the defense program may be unduly retarded.” Intersecting folds and Beyer’s name crossed out and changed to Robert F. Cole, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

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

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“Anna Eleanor Roosevelt” registers her 1937 GMC Suburban 87. Eleanor Roosevelt. Partly-printed

DS, signed “Anna Eleanor Roosevelt,” one page, 6 x 4, January 27, 1940. Registration form for Roosevelt’s 1937 GMC Suburban, filled out in another hand with her personal information and vehicular details. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Eleanor Roosevelt frequently drove her car, at times writing about it in her syndicated newspaper column, ‘My Day.’ Later in 1940, she would describe being pulled over for speeding by a ‘very nice looking policeman,’ despite generally being a slow driver. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

First Ladies signed engraving started in 1935 89. First Ladies. Engraved

portrait of the exterior of the White House, 8 x 6, signed in the lower border in blue and black ink by Eleanor Roosevelt, Lady Bird Johnson, and Betty Ford. Accompanied by a 1935 TLS from Roosevelt’s secretary sending the engraving. In fine condition, with toning around the edges, and a light vertical crease through a single letter of Roosevelt’s signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Seventy five years after the critical battle of Antietam, there are still many among us who can remember it”

88. Franklin D. Roosevelt. One-of-a-kind bound hardcover volume, 6.75 x 9.25, 135 hand-numbered pages, compiled by John Boos of Albany, New York. Included in the volume is a five-page typescript of Roosevelt’s speech given at Antietam in 1937, signed at the conclusion as president, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Speech reads, in part: “Seventy five years after the critical battle of Antietam, there are still many among us who can remember it. It is, therefore, an American battle which thousands of Americans, middle-aged and old, can still visualize as bearing some relationship to their own lives. We know that Antietam was one of the decisive engagements of the Civil War because it marked the first effort of the Confederacy to invade the North.” Also included are a 1937 letter from Roosevelt’s secretary, Missy Le Hand, acknowledging the receipt of the speech; 25 original press photographs of Roosevelt at various events and occasions; and 18 handwritten and typed testimonials by Civil War veterans, with several mentioning their contact with Abraham Lincoln. One reads, in part: “I saw Mr. Lincoln in October of 1862—after the battle of Antietam, Maryland, in review of the Army of the Potomac. He rode past lines on horseback, with General McClellan and other officers. He wore a tall silk hat, rode somewhat awkwardly and his face seemed thin and careworn.” A second account mentions a short passing by Lincoln: “I saw him…the last time was March 25, 1865, when he reviewed our corps, the Fifth. How good he looked that day, and how we cheered him. Three weeks later he was dead.” In fine condition. A unique collection highlighted by a signed copy of Roosevelt’s powerful words given on the 75th anniversary of the pivotal battle, where he stressed the importance of a unified country. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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90. Franklin D. Roosevelt. World War I–dated TLS, two pages, 8 x 10.5, Navy Department letterhead, September 25, 1917. Letter to Admiral George E. Burd. In part: “I am sending you, informally and without endorsement, the papers up to date in the matter of the material in the old steel foundry at your Yard, as the situation appears to be somewhat tangled…The Department…was notified that this material was to be surveyed and disposed of in order to adjust the records. As foundry material is exceedingly difficult to get at this time…various bureaus were asked if they could use any of the stuff listed. You will see that Steam Engineering requested two water tanks and gate cutter press, and that Ordnance sent through an actual shipping request for the oil tank, 5-ton traveling crane, 10-ton traveling crane, gate cutter press, ovens, and the 60-foot span 5-ton crane…I found that in the meanwhile part of the stuff has been actually used under C&R at the Navy Yard…It seems to me that the easiest way to straighten this out is to find out just what the real situation is…as in addition to these requests I have since been asked to give some other Yards a chance on other items.” In fine condition, with a few sets of staple holes to the top. Accompanied by Admiral Burd’s retained carbon copy of his response listing the material available. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

91. Eleanor Roosevelt. Three TLSs responding to autograph requests, each one page,

personal and New York Executive Mansion letterhead, dated between 1932 and 1962. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Highly desirable, oversized signed staff photo of the famous ‘DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN’ image 92. Harry S. Truman. Rare oversized vintage glossy 13 x 10.5

photo of Truman holding up the memorable ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ issue of the Chicago Tribune, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Courtney Barber, with happy memories! Harry Truman, 8/12/56.” Attractively cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 19. In very good condition, with overall creases (most noticeably are diagonal creases to upper right and vertical extending from bottom edge through his arm, but not affecting signature), and mild crazing to emulsion.

Three years after assuming the presidency following the death of FDR, President Truman held a mere 35% approval rating going into the 1948 campaign season. Facing a strong competitor in New York Governor Thomas Dewey, who had made a strong showing against Roosevelt four years prior and was running a well-financed campaign, and struggling to unite the Democratic party—which was split into three factions going into the election—virtually no one expected Truman to win the election, including the press. The Chicago Daily Tribune, a pro-Republican newspaper, was so sure of Dewey’s victory that on Tuesday, November 2, before any polls closed, it printed the now famous “DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN” headline for the following day. Gleefully displaying the misinformed paper on his train the following morning, this is one of the most famous political photos in US history. An unusually large size, this is a highly desirable piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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93. Harry S. Truman.

Signed book: Memoirs: Year of Decision. First edition. NY: Doubleday and Co., 1955. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 596 pages. Signed on the second free end page, “Sincerely, Harry S. Truman.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/VG-. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinary oversized image in a frame “made from White House room timbers”

Choice oversized Truman portrait 95. Harry S. Truman.

Dignified matte-finish 10.5 x .5 photo of Truman taken

by Frank Gatteri circa 1945, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, “Very best wishes to Joe Dunn, Harry S. Truman.”

Framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 15. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

96. Harry S. Truman. Jackson County

Treasurer’s check, 8 x 3.5, filled out in type and signed by Truman, payable to H. B. Gates for $41.50, February 12, 1934. In very good condition, with cancellation holes and bank stamp over signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

On the International Mark Twain Society: “I am of the opinion it is just a racket”

94. Harry S. Truman. Magnificent matte-finish 10 x 13 photo of the White House lawn from the south portico, with the Jefferson Memorial and Washington Monument in the distance, presented in its original 14.25 x 17.75 mat, signed and inscribed on the mat in fountain pen as president, “To my good friend Hon. Clarence Cannon, with kindest regards & best wishes, Harry S. Truman, White House, May 10, 1949.”

Displayed in its original 16.5 x 20 wooden frame, identified on the mat in another hand, “This pine frame was made from White House room timbers installed 1817 and removed in 1927.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by a transmittal letter from Lorenzo S. Winslow, architect of the White House. Cannon was a longtime congressman from Missouri, serving from 1923 to 1964, who was chairman of the US House Committee on Appropriations throughout most of Truman’s term as president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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97. Harry S. Truman. TLS signed “Harry,” one page, 8 x 10.5, US Senate letterhead, April 8, 1938. Letter to John W. Snyder.

In full: “There is a gentleman by the name of Cyril Clemens in Webster Groves, Missouri, who claims to be President of the International Mark Twain Society. He has written several Senators and Representatives in an endeavor to get them to accept an honorary membership. Several of them have asked me about him, and I am of the opinion it is just a racket. If it is not too much trouble for you to find out about it I will appreciate it so I can tell these Senators the truth about it.” Snyder has written several notes regarding the inquiry in the borders, including “2nd Cousin” and “Pub. Mark Twain Quarterly.” In fine condition, with expected filing and staple holes to top. Accompanied by the retained carbon copy of Snyder’s response, indicating that Cyril Clemens is the author’s second cousin and his Society is a legitimate enterprise. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“When a President dies, the powers and duties of his office ‘devolve on the Vice President.’ This certainly makes the incoming man the President in fact, since he must assume all the powers and duties of the Presidential office” 98. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, one page, 8 x 10.25, White House letterhead, Decem-

ber 7, 1948. Letter to a student in Michigan. In part: “I think you are right, Helen, about my being President. If you will look at the Constitution of the United States (Section 5, Article II), you will find that when a President dies, the powers and duties of his office ‘devolve on the Vice President.’

This certainly makes the incoming man the President in fact, since he must assume all the powers and duties of the Presidential office.

The question raised by your teacher, as to the title of the new holder of the office, came up in Congress 107 years ago, and the House of Representatives decided that a Vice President succeeding to the Presidency should be called ‘the President.’…President William Henry Harrison had died and Vice President Tyler had taken his place. This was the first time such a thing had happened in our history. When the House of Representatives met on May 31, 1841, Mr. Henry A. Wise, of Virginia, proposed that a committee of the House join a similar committee of the Senate ‘to wait on the President of the United States and inform him that the quorums of the two Houses have assembled.’ Mr. John McKeon, of New York, moved to change the word ‘President’ to ‘Vice President now exercising the duties of the President.’ After a debate, Mr. McKeon’s motion was defeated and language suggested by Mr. Wise agreed to. This established a precedent which has been followed ever since. That is, a Vice President who takes the place of a Chief Executive who has died becomes ‘the President.’” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Truman became the seventh Vice President to assume office upon the death of a president, taking office upon the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt on April 12, 1945. A letter boasting superb content, explaining the progression of the title of president started by John Tyler over a century earlier. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Passing along a lengthy letter from an eccentric inventor ready to save the world, preceding a trip “to the nuts home state” 99. 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. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) www.RRAuction.com | 33

Three letters and a Masonic appointment signed by Truman as a 33° Past Grand Master 100. Harry S. Truman. ALS signed “Harry,” one page, 8.5 x 11,

Grand Lodge of Missouri letterhead, November 27, 1940. Letter to John W. Snyder reads, in part: “I am wiring you today asking you to see Lou Holland. He’s a real big man and my friend. You can trust him and he really wants to do something for Missouri.

No ax to grind himself. I’m doing a little ‘high hatting’ down here.”

Also included is an ornate partly printed document, signed “John Wesley Snyder,” countersigned by the Sovereign Grand Commander 33° and Grand Secretary General 33° of the Supreme Council Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the Thirty Third and Last Degree of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America, 16 x 20.75, September 28, 1966. Signed in the upper left “Harry S. Truman 33° P G-M, 8-25-67 Mo.” In very good to fine condition, with punch holes and staple holes to top edge of letter, as well as an office stamp; and central horizontal fold to document, as well as some scattered light toning and soiling, and adhesive remnants to reverse. Accompanied by two TLSs to Snyder, both signed by Truman, regarding Snyder’s Masonic situation.

These pieces originate from John W. Snyder, a businessman and close friend of Truman, who was later appointed Secretary of the Treasury in his administration. Truman was an active Mason, and of the fourteen U.S. Presidents who were Masons, President Truman is the only one to have been given the 33° of the Supreme Council of the Scottish Rite. ‘Freemasonry,’ Truman wrote, ‘is a system of morals which makes it easier to live with your fellow man, whether he understands it or not.’ In the first letter, Truman praises Lou Holland, a Kansas City businessman who worked with Truman to finance road construction in Jackson County. A fine set of items related to the president’s Missouri connections and his Masonic ties. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“I told her about the Chopin waltz, Opus #42,” Truman warns, “but there is a pretty easy waltz over in the middle of it that she can play” 101. Harry S. Truman. TLS signed “Harry,” one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, November 4, 1937. Letter to John W. Snyder. In part: “You can rest assured I am not running a race with the Governor, and I am not right sure I am on the right track if the Post-Dispatch says I am. I wrote to the Commanding General of the Seventh Corps Area regarding J. K. and I believe it would be a good plan for him to do the same thing. I have not had a reply from the General as yet which makes me believe he is making an effort to accommodate me. I sent Drucie, some music the other day from Richmond. You tell her if she will play the theme to that Sonata and the first and fourth variations and wind up with the theme again she will have a very pretty piece.

That Sonata has been changed from No. 9 to No. 16, and I had a heck of a time trying to find it because the publishers had changed the number. I told her about the Chopin waltz, Opus #42. It will be quite some time before she can play it but there is a pretty easy waltz over in the middle of it that she can play.” In fine condition, with filing holes to the top. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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President Truman begins work on the Marshall Plan: “I am very certain that we will eventually get a plan worked out that will be satisfactory to all concerned” 102. Harry S. Truman. Typed memo,

signed as president, “H. S. T.,” one page, 6 x 9.25, White House letterhead, October 29, 1947. Memo to Secretary of the Treasury John W. Snyder reads, in full: “Enclosed are the confidential documents which you left with me yesterday. I am very certain that we will eventually get a plan worked out that will be satisfactory to all concerned. I know I can always count on you for the proper advice and cooperation.” Letter is marked in pencil in an unknown hand, “The President.”

Memo was originally paper clipped to an 8 x 10.5 printed organizational chart, marked in type, “Confidential,” in the upper and lower right, and is ostensibly the first Organization Chart for the ECA (Marshall Plan) developed by the Truman Administration, weeks before Congress even began debating its creation. There are additions in pen and ink by Snyder and/or Truman: (1) three heavy lines directly connecting the State Department with the U.S. Embassies in London and Paris; (2) dashed lines directly connecting the U.S. Embassies with the foreign governments; and (3) arrows directly connecting ECA Procurement Control with the Civilian Conservation Corps of the Agriculture Department and connecting the Bureau of Federal Supply with the Treasury Department. In fine condition.

Following Secretary of State George C. Marshall’s famous Harvard speech calling for American assistance in restoring the economic infrastructure of war-torn Europe, sixteen European nations met in Paris to develop a plan in the summer of 1947. Signing their report on September 22, it was presented to the US while Congress was on recess, giving Truman and his advisors time to work with it. This confidential organizational chart, naming the new agency the “European Cooperation Administration,” shows one of the earliest views of the massive plan, weeks before Congress would even return to begin discussion on the matter. After months of debate, on April 2, 1948, they finally passed the Economic Cooperation Act, establishing the Economic Cooperation Administration to administer the Marshall Plan; President Truman signed it the next day. An incredibly important memo from President Truman to his longtime friend and Secretary of the Treasury John Snyder, beginning the development of one of the largest rescue programs in history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

103. Harry S. Truman. Signed book: Report of the

Commission on the Renovation of the Executive Mansion. Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 1952.

Hardcover, 8.75 x 11.25, 109 pages. Signed and inscribed on page 85, under a full-page image of the dedication panel on the ground floor, “Best of luck to Stephen Gibbons, Harry S. Truman Dec. 4, 1952.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. Accompanied by a small Christmas card presenting the book as a gift.

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

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President Truman demands his attorney general to “assert all rights of the United States” in the controversial ‘Dollar Case’ 104. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, April 6, 1951. Letter to Attorney General J. Howard McGrath. In full: “I understand that, pursuant to my previous directions that all appropriate action should be taken to assert and maintain the Government’s rights as owner of the stock of American President Lines which has been involved in litigation in the District of Columbia, suit was instituted, at your direction, by the United States in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California to secure a judicial determination of the rights of the United States as owner of this stock. It is my wish that you continue to prosecute this suit, on behalf of the United States, so that the rights of the United States, which have not been adjudicated in the previous litigation, may be fully protected, and that you take all appropriate steps in the California suit to vindicated and assert all rights of the United States.” Scattered creases and a rusty paperclip mark to the upper left, otherwise fine condition.

American President Lines began as the Dollar Steamship Company, founded by Robert Dollar in 1900 as a trans-Pacific shipping company; by the early 1920s, it had grown into one of the most powerful forces in international shipping. Dollar continued to expand his fleet, adding seven ex-WWI ‘502 President type’ liners in 1923—purchased from the US Shipping Board—and eight more two years later. However, the firm’s profitability came to a halt with two blows: first the stock market crash, which devastated international commerce, and then Dollar’s death in 1932, which left the company in the hands of his less-savvy son. By 1938 it was drowning in debt, and the US Maritime Commission assumed control to prevent the line’s bankruptcy. The most visible change was in the name, the company reemerging as American President Lines. This acquisition proved important a few years later during World War II, when the entirety of the fleet’s operations was directed toward transporting soldiers to the warfront overseas. At the war’s conclusion in 1945, R. Stanley Dollar—the same son who had previously run the line aground—filed a lawsuit in an attempt to force the return of the company, which by then held $40 million in assets, to the ownership of his family. After a legal battle that lasted years, the government was ordered to turn over their shares to the Dollars; however Secretary of Commerce Charles W. Sawyer refused, and on the date of this letter was cited for contempt. Ultimately, an agreement was reached in 1952 wherein the company was sold to another party for $18 million, with Dollar receiving a portion. In all, the ‘Dollar Case’ was one of the most controversial legal proceedings of the era and helped to define the relationship between government and industry for years to come. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

105. Harry S. Truman. Tri-fold menu

from Truman’s 76th birthday party held at the Hotel Muehlebach on May 10, 1960, 9 x 11.25 closed, signed on the front cover in black ink. In fine condition, with pasted on print detached from an inside panel. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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106. Harry S. Truman. DS as president, one page, 8 x 10.5, no date. President Truman awards Colonel Michael Ivanovitch Sheremet the Legion of Merit for “his coordination of staff planning and skilled analysis of the enemy capabilities during the final drive of the 96th Corps towards its junction with American troops…Colonel Sheremet’s services were of great merit and helped hasten the final defeat of the German forces.” In fine condition, with pencil notations to top portion. Accompanied by the Legion of Merit certificate issued to Sheremet, 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)

“We had better let Ike fill it with one of his political friends. He may send the head of the Shivercrats” 107. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page,

7 x 9, White House letterhead, December 4, 1952. Letter to Creekmore Fath. In part: “I don’t believe it would be fair to Maury to appoint him to a position and then have him kicked out by the succeeding Administration. I’ve made very few appointments since the election, and those only from necessity. There isn’t any necessity of our having an Ambassador to Mexico at the present time. We had better let Ike fill it with one of his political friends. He may send the head of the Shivercrats, which would probably be all right from his viewpoint.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ike thanks Bachrach for his famous 1952 portraits 108. Dwight D. Eisenhower. ALS as

president, one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, June 24, 1953. Letter to acclaimed photographer Louis Fabian Bachrach.

In full: “Thank you very much for sending me a number of prints of the Bachrach photograph.

I appreciate your kindly thoughtfulness.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original White House mailing envelope. Many of Eisenhower’s most iconic portraits were taken by Bachrach at a sitting in 1952, the same year in which Eisenhower won the presidential election in a landslide, carrying 39 of the 48 states.

An outstanding association between the two prominent figures. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

109. Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower. Glossy 7.5 x 9.5

photo of the Eisenhowers together in classy attire, affixed to an 8.5 x 11.75 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Dwight D. Eisenhower” and “Mamie Doud Eiisenhower.” In very good to fine condition, with a couple small stains near Eisenhower’s head, and dings and small tears to edges of the mount. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Eisenhower. TLS as

president signed “DE,” one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, March 29, 1956. In part: “My friends have been holding out on me—I did not know until today that you had been in an accident. I am terribly sorry, and I hope that the necessary period of convalescence has not been too painful or trying. At any rate, I know that Mamie joins me in the hope that you will be fine again soon.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

111. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Off-white Allied Force Headquarters

envelope, 8.25 x 3.75, addressed in type to his wife, signed on the left side with a censoring signature, “Censored by Dwight D. Eisenhower, Lieut. General, U. S. Army,” adding “Kindness Col McCarthy” at the bottom. A pencil notation to the reverse indicates a date of January 26, 1943. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Uncommon Kennedy portrait inscribed to the iconic Milton Berle 112. John F. Kennedy.

Glossy 7.75 x 10 photo of Kennedy wearing a top hat, affixed to a 7.75 x 12.75 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “For Milton Berle—with warm personal regards, John F. Kennedy.” Irregular toning to the mount and scattered surface creases to the photo, otherwise fine condition; the current photograph has been permanently affixed to replace a blemished image of Berle with Kennedy.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, as well as a variety of related accompaniments, including a sympathy card on the assassination of JFK, two telegrams from Ted Kennedy to Berle, a TLS from Evelyn Lincoln to Berle thanking him for a campaign contribution, ten magazines depicting the Kennedys sent to Berle’s home address, and six photos of Berle. A great association between the two men showing Kennedy’s close connection with Hollywood— Berle participated in many fundraisers for JFK’s campaign and performed at his Inaugural Gala, along with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Peter Lawford, Bette Davis, Nat King Cole, and Ella Fitzgerald. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

A token from her beloved first job— “the camera from the Times-Herald days”—brings back fond memories for the former first lady 113. Jacqueline Kennedy. TLS signed “Jackie,” one page, 5.25 x 7.5, personal

letterhead, September 14, 1972. Letter to JFK’s close friend, Dave Powers. In part: “How happy I was to come home and receive your letter about the camera from the Times-Herald days. I had completely forgotten about it and am delighted to know it is in good hands.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. The “good hands” she refers to are probably those of the JFK library collection, which Powers ran. Jackie’s affinity for photography was well-known, and her first job out of college was as the ‘Inquiring Photographer’ for the Washington Times-Herald, a position in which she posed questions to and photographed random passersby. Terrific content related to one of Kennedy’s favorite hobbies, made even more desirable by its association with Powers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Historically significant pen used to sign the Peace Corps Act of 1961 115. John F. Kennedy. Extraordi-

nary dipping pen used by President Kennedy to sign the Peace Corps Act of 1961. The Esterbrook pen measures 6.25˝ long and features a black plastic grip with a Lucite handle imprinted with “The President—The White House.” Includes a TLS from Sargent Shriver to Senator Jennings Randolph, one page, Peace Corps letterhead, August 28, 1961, thanking him for support. In part: “It would be impossible for me to find words that could adequately express my deep gratitude for your magnificent support of the Peace Corps last week. In reading the transcript of the proceedings on the floor it becomes very obvious that we had no more articulate advocate than you. All of us on the staff recognize the great debt we owe you and we’ll work harder than ever to operate the Peace Corps in a way that will make you proud of your support.” These are beautifully matted and framed together with a photo from the bill signing to an overall size of 24 x 15.5. In overall fine condition. The Peace Corps was established in 1961 to assist other countries in their development efforts by providing skilled workers in the fields of education, agriculture, health, trade, technology, and community development. Randolph was a quiet supporter of Kennedy during his 1960 campaign and a longtime advocate of peace—he had introduced legislation to establish a Department of Peace in 1946, though it was not passed. An amazing artifact from one of the most influential acts passed during JFK’s presidency. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Remarkable document appointing his power of attorney in 1959 116. John F. Kennedy. DS, signed “John

Kennedy,” two pages, 8 x 11.75, June 8, 1959.

An interesting power of attorney document, in part: “Know all men by these presents, that I, John F. Kennedy, of 122 Bowdoin Street, City of Boston, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, do hereby constitute, designate, and appoint Paul E. Murphy, of No. 230 Park Avenue, City and State of New York, my true and lawful attorney, for me, in my name and stead.”

Gorgeously double-matted and framed with a photo of Kennedy in his rocking chair to an overall size of 34 x 19.5. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Murphy worked in Joseph Kennedy’s New York office, where he oversaw some of the family’s business and issued checks for JFK’s expenses. An unusual document signed by Senator Kennedy at a distinct turning point in his political career—just six months later, he would announce his presidential candidacy. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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117. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “John,” one page, 8 x 10.25, United States Senate letterhead, February 26, 1953. Letter to Sidney L. Kaye at the Suffolk Grocery Company. In full: “Thank you very much for your letter of February 21, in regard to the Kennedy Foundation’s gift to the Combined Jewish Appeal. I appreciate your writing, but it will be impossible for me to do anything this year. Perhaps at a later date I may be able to be of some assistance.

Many thanks for your interest and with every good wish.” In fine condition, with old tape toning along top edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare title signed by JFK on the campaign trail in Beverly Hills

118. John F. Kennedy. Signed book: John Kennedy:

A Political Profile. Later printing. NY: Harcourt, Brace & Company, 1960. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 309 pages. Quickly signed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint. Accompanied by a typed collector’s card indicating the signature was obtained on September 9, 1960, while Kennedy was walking through the lobby of the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. Book is housed in a custom clamshell box and is accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Beautifully detailed dinner plate from JFK’s last official banquet on November 18, 1963 119. John F. Kennedy. Cobalt-blue dinner

plate specially produced for the Dinner of the Inter-American Press Association [IAPA] in honor of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy, held at the Hotel Americana in Miami Beach on November 18, 1963. Plate measures 10.5˝ in diameter with gilt edging and gilt ornamentation of the presidential seal as well as the coats of arms of the IAPA’s 14 member states.

A manufacturer’s imprint on the cream underside reads, “Syracuse—China—93 G U.S.A.” In fine condition, with scattered light surface marks and scratches to plate from apparent use. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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The inauguration told through rare oversized press photos 120. John F. Kennedy Inauguration. Outstanding collection

of four original oversized glossy press photos, measuring approximately 12.5 x 9 and 8.5 x 10.5, each showing a different aspect of Kennedy’s inauguration as president on January 20, 1961, including: Kennedy receiving the oath of office from Chief Justice Earl Warren, with Lyndon B. Johnson appearing behind JFK; outgoing President Eisenhower meeting with John and Jacqueline at their motor car outside the White House; cadets from the Missouri Military Academy marching in view of the Capitol during the inaugural parade; and the slow-moving traffic on Pennsylvania Avenue the night before the inauguration due to the surprise snowstorm that nearly forced the inaugural activities to be canceled. Newspaper clippings and captions of the images as published are affixed to the reverse of all four photos, each stamp-dated January 20 or 21, 1961. Overall creases, a few small edge tears, and a chip to the surface at Judge Warren’s chin, as well as normal news use and wear, including production marks and notes, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Arrangements to solve a “complex international problem” with Mexico 121. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS

as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, March 13, 1965. Letter to Governor Edmund G. Brown of California.

In part: “Thank you for your letter… concerning the proposed arrangement with Mexico for a solution to the salinity problem on the lower Colorado River. I appreciate the personal attention that you and the other Governors of the Colorado River Basin States have given to this complex international problem…The Department of the Interior is proceeding with the steps to initiate construction at an early date.”

In fine condition, with unobtrusive staple holes to the upper left and mild show-through from a governor’s office stamp to the reverse. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

An interview given to help the nation “understand a little better the problems of the Presidency and of democratic governments in our world” 122. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS signed “L. B. J.,”

one page, 7 x 8.75, personal letterhead, February 11, 1972. Letter to Lawrence E. Spivak of Meet the Press. In part: “It was awfully kind of you to send me your judgment of the recent interview on television. Coming, as they do, from a seasoned veteran of the medium, your views were doubly appreciated. If the program helped those who saw it to understand a little better the problems of the Presidency and of democratic governments in our world, I am more than content.” At the conclusion, Johnson adds in his own hand: “I’m so glad it pleased you.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope bearing a printed free frank, and Spivak’s retained carbon copy of his initial letter, telling LBJ that the interview was one of the “most fascinating and revealing” that he had ever seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Leonard Bernstein’s presidential appointment to the “Commission on Presidential Scholars” 123. Lyndon B. Johnson. Partlyprinted DS as president, one page, 16.25 x 12.75, May 23, 1964. President Johnson appoints the acclaimed composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein, of New York, as “a Member of the Commission on Presidential Scholars.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by Johnson and countersigned

by Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Matted and framed to an overall size of 24 x 20.

The embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains crisp and fully intact.

In fine condition. In 1964, by executive order, President Johnson established the United States Presidential Scholars Program to foster excellence and recognize outstanding high school seniors. Bernstein’s national stature as a force in education grew out of his popular ‘Young People’s Concerts’ series begun in 1958, which set out to increase young people’s interest in and enjoyment of music. An excellent connection between the arts and politics, and association between American icons. Accompanied by a glossy 3 x 5 photo signed in black felt tip by Bernstein and a faded Bernstein AMQS, framed together to an overall size of 12 x 14. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce high-level presidential appointment for Daniel Patrick Moynihan from Nixon’s first full day in office 124. Richard Nixon. Scarce partly-printed

DS as president, one page, 22.5 x 18.5, January 21, 1969. President Nixon appoints Democrat Daniel Patrick Moynihan of New York as “Assistant to the President of the United States of America for Urban Affairs.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Nixon and countersigned by Secretary of State William P. Rogers. Nicely presented in its original frame to an overall size of 24 x 20. An official service order from Moynihan’s office is affixed to the reverse, requesting that the glass be replaced. The embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains crisp and fully intact. In fine condition. Nixon presidential appointments are quite scarce, especially so for such a high level position—this one even more unusual in that Moynihan was a Democrat. This document dates to his first full day in office, having been inaugurated for his first term on January 20, 1969. Moynihan was an obvious choice for this position, as he held a doctorate in sociology and had previously been director of the Harvard–MIT Joint Center for Urban Studies; this made him one of the few people in Nixon’s inner circle who had done academic research related to social policies. An exquisite political association. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Over 18 minutes of unheard Nixon Dictaphone recordings on everything from Joe McCarthy’s tactics to Communism to the Marshall Plan 125. Richard Nixon.

Collection of eight firstgeneration recordings made

by Vice President Richard Nixon on flexi disc for conservative columnist Ralph de Toledano, who was writing Nixon’s biography. These eight records were made as dictated memos for his secretary to type up and send to de Toledano. Each 7˝ diameter, one-sided flexi disc is made of a thin, flexible red vinyl sheet with a molded-in spiral stylus groove to be played on a normal phonograph. Five are imprinted “Edison Safety Disc,” three “Edison Diamond Disc.” Five original 7.25 x 7.25 sleeves are included, four numbered in pencil by Nixon, one through four.

Envelope 1 has a notation by his secretary, “RN memo to de Toledano / Dec. 30, 1955.” The unnumbered envelope has a secretarial notation “Ralph de Toledano / Record #4 / 11-15-55” with “1,2,3,4” in ink. The reverse of envelope 2 has a pencil doodle by Nixon with the notation “piano at parties” in his hand.

The subjects covered by Nixon in the eight recordings total a little over two hours, and include the following topics: Recording #1: the 1946 Voorhis campaign and Joe McCarthy’s tactics.

Recording #2: Taft-Hartley, the Marshall Plan, his college record, and public speaking.

Recording #3: his favorite political figures, Woodrow Wilson, music, and Communists.

Recording #4: heckling, goodwill trips, the 1950 Senate campaign, changing a flat tire, Eisenhower’s support, and “Why Democrats dislike me.”

Recording #5: Hiss case, Washington Post threat, best friends, Irish Quakers, never being tardy in school, never missing a speech because of illness, the death of two of his younger brothers, excellence in scholarship—high school and law school, and being president of the student body in high school.

Recording #6: Why he went to Duke, freedom of criticism and speech, J. Edgar Hoover, his wife Pat’s religion, his World War II military career, and Nixon’s Snack Shack—hamburgers.

One of the most interesting excerpts spoken by Nixon is as follows (in part): “McCarthy’s intentions appeared to me to be right, but his tactics were frankly so stupid at times that he eventually did our case more harm than good…I think there has been a tendency to paint me as being a—(quote) anti-intellectual (end quote)—and then to make the next obvious assumption that I have no intellectual background…It might be interesting to point out that I have never had any formal training in public speaking…It may be helpful to emphasize the fact that I take a rather liberal position with regard to the handling of the communist problem …I came out strongly for the teaching of communism in schools.”

In fine overall condition. Also included are a first edition hardcover copy of Nixon by Ralph Toledano, signed and inscribed on the first free end page by the author, and a complete transcript of the recording. A rare offering of unreleased recordings covering a wide range of personal and political topics, which provide an excellent example of de Toledano’s unprecedented access to Nixon. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“He has axes to grind but can give you some extremely valuable insights into the Pope’s foreign policy initiatives” 126. Richard Nixon. ALS

signed “Dick,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 20, 1989. Letter to Helen Copley of Copley Newspapers. In full: “I just had a briefing from Frank Shakespeare who has just completed three years of service at the Vatican. He is going to spend a month vacating [sic, vacationing] with his son and it occurred to me that you would find a meeting with him fascinating. He has axes to grind but can give you some extremely valuable insights into the Pope’s foreign policy initiatives.” In fine condition. Shakespeare served as director of the US Information Agency during Nixon’s presidency, and Reagan later appointed him as the first US ambassador to the Vatican. Autograph letters from Nixon are very scarce, especially with such intriguing content. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I had not heard your predictions about the developments in Tiananmen Square” 128. George Bush. TLS as president signed “George,” one page, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, July 26, 1989. Letter to Dr. Ray S. Cline, Chairman of the United States Global Strategy Council. In part: “Thank you for your letter about the current situation in China…I had not heard your predictions about the developments in Tiananmen Square, and I respect your wise foresight about how the situation would develop. I will take up your offer for more information…Douglas Paal, who handles Chinese affairs on the National Security Council staff, will be in touch with you.” Affixed to a slightly larger board. In fine condition, with two tiny pieces of tape affixed to the bottom edge. Bush had been acquainted with Cline from his time with the CIA, where both had previously worked—Cline was best known for being their chief analyst during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The Tiananmen Square Massacre had occurred the month prior to this letter, on June 4; while Congress voted to impose economic sanctions against China in response to the brutal suppression of democratic protest, Bush was heavily criticized for his response—rather than publicly condemning their actions, he wrote a letter to Chinese leadership laying out his thoughts and grave concerns about the event. This was one of the first foreign relations crises of his administration, and presidential letters with such content are highly sought after. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare fully signed letter from the day he learned Agnew would resign 127. Richard Nixon. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, October

9, 1973. Letter to Helen Copley, the widow of newspaper publisher James S. Copley. In part: “Jim was a close friend and advisor to me for more than a quarter of a century—losing him is like losing a member of our own family. Yet we cannot help but feel a tremendous gratitude for the privilege of having known Jim, gratitude as we remember his buoyant spirit, his generous heart and his unfailing devotion to our Nation” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. James Copley, whose newspapers had always supported Nixon, had passed away of cancer just three days earlier. The date this letter was written is of particular note—on the evening of October 9, Vice President Spiro T. Agnew informed President Nixon of his intent to resign, effective the following day. This also bears Nixon’s infrequently seen full presidential signature, which was usually reserved for official documents. A great combination of associations topped off by his extremely rare full signature on a letter as president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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notables Adams appoints an ensign to the Massachusetts militia 161. Samuel Adams. Signer of the Declaration of

Independence from Massachusetts (1722–1803). Adams emerged as one of the early leaders of the movement against the Stamp Act and other British tax measures of the 1760s. Partly-printed DS, signed “Sam’l Adams,” one page, 15 x 12.25, October 16, 1793. Adams appoints Jeremiah Lawrence an “Ensign of a Company in the Sixth Regiment, Second Brigade, Third Division of the Militia of this Commonwealth, comprehending the County of Middlesex.” Signed in the left border

by Adams and countersigned by John Avery. Matted and framed to an overall size of 24 x 21. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few small areas of paper loss along folds and edges, scattered toning, light show-through from writing on reverse, and a stain to left border, not affecting signature. The paper seal is worn and lightly toned. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

162. Susan B. Anthony. Nice ink signature, “Susan B. Anthony,” on an offwhite 8 x 7.25 sheet. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold to sheet, not affecting the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

163. John Jacob Astor. Business magnate and merchant (1763–1848) who became the first multi-millionaire in the United States. LS, one page, 8 x 10, September 23, 1837.

Letter to Harry Chester of the London-based group of the Ornithological Society. In part: “I…am particularly gratified by the compliment paid me by the very respectable Society of which you are Secretary. Please tender to the gentlemen whom you represent and accept for yourself especially my grateful acknowledgement of the honor done me. It will always give me pleasure to promote by any opportunity the objects contemplated by the Society.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, wrinkling, and scattered light soiling and staining.

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

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From one of Benedict Arnold’s legal entanglements— what finally drove him back to Britain 164. Benedict Arnold. Manuscript DS, signed “B.

Arnold,” one page, 7 x 8, October 5, 1790. A legal document in which “Benedict Arnold the plaintiff in this cause maketh oath that Freeman Hughes…is justly and truly indebted to this deponent in the…sum of one hundred thirty seven pounds, ten shillings and sixpence.” Signed at the conclusion by Arnold and countersigned by Joshua Upham, a judge in the Supreme Court of New Brunswick, Canada. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (a horizontal fold passing through the signature), some light dampstaining, and show-through from docketing to reverse. Arnold moved to Saint John, New Brunswick, in 1785, where he established a business doing trade with the West Indies; he became thoroughly disliked in the area due to a series of bad business deals and legal battles—this document certainly pertaining to one. Both Loyalists and Americans turned against him, and after winning a slander suit against a former business partner, the townspeople burned him in effigy in front of his house as his family watched. After six years of controversy and resentment, Arnold returned to London in December 1791. Benedict Arnold documents are scarce and always desirable, this example being especially so as it relates to his sordid legacy in the Americas. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“So ‘Be Prepared’ to help them in starting Scouts ere long!”

165. Robert Baden-Powell. ALS, one page, lightly-lined both sides, 4.75 x 8, February 20, 1927. Letter to Lt. Colonel Smedley Williams, marked at the top, “Personal.” In full: “(Excuse my note paper!) On my way out here today I called in at Dale College, K W Town, and had a talk with the Principal, Mr. Sutton. He is favourable to having Scouts there if it were not that Cadets are compulsory. He would welcome the raising of the age for Cadets to admit of scouting among the junior boys. I have already written to Col. Croswell on this point and hope to see him next month about it. So ‘Be Prepared’ to help them in starting Scouts ere long! Also I saw the boys of the Industrial School loafing about the roads badly wanting something to do. Just the class who most need Scouting—largely Dutch boys—a great opening for our work, if you can find a Scoutmaster for them. The two sons of my host, Mr. John Page of Kings W T, would make valuable Scouters or Commissrs. I expect. They are both young, married men, good sportsmen, educated at Dale, one was in the Indian Cavalry, the other in the Flying Corps in the war. Both command companies in the Kaffraria Rifles.

Keep your eye on them! I find they admit boys to the Preparatory side of Dale College at 8 so they might very well start Wolf Cubs there as a thin end of the wedge. What about it? If you once got scouting going, and ultimately Rovering, in Dale Coll. it would mean a valuable help in Scouters for the movement in a few years time.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few creases, rusty staple hole to top left and toning to front page. In the fall of 1926, Baden-Powell travelled to South Africa hoping to iron out the racial tensions in the fledgling scouting movement there. Originally, it was proposed that Indians be allowed to become Scouts, but in segregated troops. This was unacceptable to Scouts in the Transvaal, where a separate movement for non-whites, called ‘Pathfinders,’ had been instituted. Facing heavy lobbying on both sides of the subject, efforts at compromise proved futile as, in 1931, the South African government created a youth movement for boys of Dutch descent—the Voortrekkers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Excessively rare large Ataturk portrait signed before winning Turkish independence 166. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Turkish army officer, statesman, and

writer (1881–1938), credited with being the founder of the Republic of Turkey and serving as the country’s first president. Extremely rare mattefinish 6.25 x 8.5 photo of Ataturk in a distinguished three-quarter-length pose, signed and inscribed in black ink in Ottoman script to the Sinop Red Cross Society and dated August 22, 1922. Affixed to a 7 x 9.5 mount.

Significant areas of corrosion to image, scattered soiling, and various surface marks, otherwise very good condition. Ataturk is incredibly rare in any format, with a small cut signature in English being the only other we have offered. What is most notable about this example is that it is inscribed in Ottoman Turkish script; in 1928, Ataturk mandated a transition to a Latin alphabet to replace the Ottoman Turkish script that had been used for over a thousand years. This was one of the most significant cultural changes defined by Ataturk’s reforms, which he put in place in an effort to convert the new Republic of Turkey into a modern, secular state. Equally important is the date it was signed—just four days later, Ataturk launched an all-out attack against the Greeks, decisively winning the Battle of Dumlupinar to essentially end the ongoing Turkish War of Independence. Given all of these circumstances, this is a one-of-a-kind and truly historic piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

“After we finish our exhibitions we want a place to store our wagons and paraphernalia”

167. P. T. Barnum. ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, August 7, 1873. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I thought if I gave you early notice you could probably let the premises to other parties and also secure us for next spring…After we finish our exhibitions we want a place to store our wagons and paraphernalia for the winter say till April 1873.” Intersecting folds, a few creases, and insignificant brushing to signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

168. P. T. Barnum. Signed book: Life of P. T. Barnum. First edition.

Buffalo: Courier Company, 1888. Hardcover, 5.25 x 8, 357 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “Frank C. Smith, Esq., author’s compliments, P. T. Barnum, Feb 8, 1888.” Autographic condition: scattered light toning and foxing to signed page, and a large pencil owner’s signature below Barnum’s writing, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: VG-/None, in NF custom-made quarter brown Morocco clamshell box. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“It remains for the people to see to what extent their desires can be made tangible upon a field, not only of such suffering, but of such cost” 169. Clara Barton. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, The American National Red Cross letterhead, December 12, 1895. Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In part: “It is by no means certain what any one can accomplish, but it is certainly a task which could not be undertaken in any ordinary way. If it be especially given to our organization, the demand upon us is all the more imperative for this. The general call of the people of the country is so great as to be well-nigh oppressive. To what extent the way may open to us remains to be seen. I should think a very few days would make that apparent. Sympathy such as your offer will be needed on every hand, if the work be undertaken. It remains for the people to see to what extent their desires can be made tangible upon a field, not only of such suffering, but of such cost.” Overall wrinkling and scattered toning, otherwise fine condition.

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

Excessively rare Harris & Ewing portrait of the telephone’s inventor 170. Alexander Graham Bell. Superb matte-finish 6.25 x 9.25

portrait of Bell taken circa 1910 by renowned photography studio Harris & Ewing, affixed to a 6.5 x 9.5 mount, neatly signed on the mount in black ink, “Alexander Graham Bell.” Blindstamped in the lower right by Harris & Ewing. Attractively suede-matted and framed with a nameplate to an overall size of 14 x 17.5. In fine condition, with silvering to edges. At this time in his life, Bell was traveling the globe on a 12-month world tour, making stops in a diverse array of countries that included Australia, China, France, India, Italy, England, and Fiji, before arriving back in Washington, DC, in May 1911. What he was most surprised by during the trip was the proliferation of the telephone, which he had invented back in 1876—perfect strangers would thank him for his revolutionary device and he was welcomed as an important guest everywhere he went, with a Sydney newspaper naming him one of the ‘two most interesting visitors Australia has ever had from the United States,’ (Mark Twain being the other). Signed photos of the communications innovator are extremely rare. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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171. August Belmont. Politician and banker (1813–1890). ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Academy of Music letterhead, January 2, 1880. Letter to A. N. Darling, proprietor of the 5th Avenue Hall in New York. In part: “The Executive Committee of our masked ball have directed me to ask you if you will kindly permit the sale of our tickets at your Hotel.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, clipped lower right edge, and scattered areas of toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Israel’s first prime minister questions the rejection of a Flight Academy candidate 172. David BenGurion. TLS in He-

brew, signed “D. BenGurion,” one page, 6 x 7.75, State of Israel letterhead, December 27, 1955. Letter to Knesset Member Israel Gialili.

In full (translated): “As to your question, has there ever been a case where a candidate to the Flight Academy was rejected because he is from HaHityashvut HaOvedet? The answer, there has never been such a case. Out of 50 candidates who came from socialist settlements, 14 failed, out of them ten failed during training and four failed the test at the beginning of the course. That is to say that of the candidates from the socialist settlements only a quarter failed and out of all the others, almost half failed. On the basis of this material, a man like you, who knows much about military matters, judges not only the Air Force but all of the parties in charge of IDF.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, punch holes to right edge, and a small pencil notation to lower right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Plans to restructure the Israeli electoral system 173. David Ben-Gurion. ALS in Hebrew, one

page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 8.25, December 2, 1963.

Letter to to Dr. Abraham Vishnel in Haifa. In part (translated): “I have met with professor Harmena.

Also I have been present at your lectures in the House of American Zionists, in Tel Aviv…I want to invite a few people from all the parties and ones that are not in any group since we will need to consult them about an action. One that we need to bring up in order to appoint an election method that it’s lacking is obvious to us both, and to act to change the election. I would like to meet with you in a month or two when I shall be a little more free from work I must do here. We should make a list of all the people that should attend this meeting.” In very good to fine condition, with punch holes to left and right edges, a couple small tears and rusty paperclip marks to the top, and a few light stains. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“The current Proportional Voting System might disintegrate the nation even further” 174. David Ben-Gurion. ALS in Hebrew,

signed “D. Ben-Gurion,” one page, 6.25 x 8.75, personal letterhead, April 2, 1955. Letter to Knesset Member Zalman Suzayiv. In full (translated): “The current Proportional Voting System might disintegrate the nation even further, weaken and stabilize the national authority which started to grow upon the establishment of the State.

This system destroys the stability of the government and might lead to a national crisis, downgrade the status of the elected public figures and create an unnatural barrier between the elected and the voters. Only the Regional Elections System guarantees a solid democratic government, political stability, social integration, unity of the people and the public and national responsibility.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and filing holes to the right edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The founder of the Hare Krishna movement 176. A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.

Spiritual teacher (1896– 1977) who founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. ALS signed “A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, December 13, 1967. Letter to Nripendawath Banerjea, a follower in the village of Karpur. In part: “The Calcutta situation having come down to normal condition, I have now purchased my ticket for Japan (Tokyo) on my way to San Francisco & New York…My disciples…can give lectures in Vaishnava cult and if possible you can arrange for their Kistrant lectures; otherwise they may go to Mathura after taking rest for one day or so. I hope this will find you in good health and I shall be glad to hear from you to my San Francisco address.” In very good condition, with fragile intersecting folds (some with partial separations), overall creases, and a few edge chips and tears. In 1965, Bhaktivedanta left India for the US where he struck a chord with the emerging counterculture movements and in 1966 he founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. He amassed a large number of followers in San Francisco, the epicenter of hippie culture, and his followers introduced the message to all corners of the globe—most notably to England, where the movement acquired its most famous adherent, the Beatles’ George Harrison. The Calcutta situation mentioned in this letter most likely refers to the upheaval caused in the Bengali city

by Naxalites, a group of militant communists whose violent uprising included a take-over of Calcutta’s Jadavpur University, the assassination of authority figures, and attacks on the police. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

177. Otto von Bismarck. Prussian states-

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

ential during the first half of the 20th century, who regarded life not as something static but a matter of time and change. ALS in French, signed “H. Bergson,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, May 6, 1924. Letter to “My dear president and friend,” regretfully declining an invitation to dinner. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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man and First Chancellor of the German Empire (1815–1898). LS in German, signed “Bismarck,” one page, 8.75 x 11, April 4, 1880. Untranslated. Central vertical and horizontal folds and toned adhesive remnants to the left border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

178. Otto von Bismarck.

Prussian statesman and First Chancellor of the German Empire (1815–1898).

ALS in German, signed “v. Bismarck,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.75 x 11, November 25, 1889. Letter regarding water policies, the price of potatoes, and other economic matters. In part (translated): “I regret that the water issue is not yet in order, after his last visit in Schoenau Mr. Ritsch informed me that the reaming of the garden source supplied plenty of water…Potatoes are bought at the price of 1.40 M. The advantage of the larger revenue…is a brilliant business, and I must insist that no remedy is neglected in order to create greater revenue so that the shameful condition ceases.” Central vertical and horizontal folds (significant partial separations to horizontal fold), otherwise fine condition. Bismarck designed and implemented the world’s first old-age social insurance program in 1889, a rudimentary forerunner to America’s Social Security of today. Earlier in the decade he had begun to establish various social welfare policies, working closely with industry in efforts to stimulate German economic growth by giving workers greater financial security. An especially interesting letter demonstrating his concern for the economy and the efficiency of distributing the basic necessities to his people—namely, food and water. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

179. Leonid Brezhnev. Leader of the Soviet Union (1906–1982)

from 1964 until his death. DS in Russian, one page both sides, 8 x 12, 1944. Brezhnev promotes Scherbak Ivan Petrovich to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Boldly signed on the reverse by Brezhnev.

Expected document wear, uniform toning, and binding holes to left edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

180. William Jennings Bryan. ALS signed

“W. J. Bryan,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, December 12, 1921.

Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In part: “I appreciate your personal article in The Christian Endeavor World. It is one [of] the most generous and kindly tributes…there is no friend whose good opinion I prize more highly…In my lecture ‘The Value of a Soul’ I name you among those who have earned vastly more than they have collected.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and brushes to a few words. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

181. William Jennings Bryan. TLS signed “W. J.

Bryan,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, July 16, 1923. Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In part: “The doctor thinks I may have to stay in the house for a month…a diabetic tendency which began to manifest itself eight or ten years ago might interfere with my recovery. But an examination of my blood shows such a small percentage of sugar that the doctor thinks no harm could come from it…I wrote for Hearst’s International Magazine on ‘The Single Moral Standard’—I think it is the next great moral reform.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and light scattered toning from mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition.

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

182. Aaron Burr. Business check, 7.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Burr, “A. Burr,” payable to S. Bauman for $10.59, January 16, 1800. Scattered creases, and expected cancellation cuts to the payee area, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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183. John Burroughs. Famed

American naturalist (1837–1921) best known for his writings on nature and travel. AQS on an offwhite 5 x 8 sheet, signed “John Burroughs, West Park, N. Y., Sept.

7, 1892.” Burroughs pens an appropriately outdoorsy sentiment.

In full: “April opens the don of the genial seasons.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication and grading holder, evaluating the signature at ‘9.’ In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Carver discusses “peanut diseases”

185. George Washington Carver. ALS

signed “G. W. Carver,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead 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 folds and mild toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

184. George Washington Carver. ALS signed “G. W. Carver,”

one page both sides, 8 x 10.75, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, October 16, 1932. Letter to Mr. Davis. In part: “I thought of you so very very much while I was away, especially in Philadelphia while inspecting those great laboratories that covered 10 acres of floor space and where the[y] employ nearly 3,000 persons.

Washington was great, and so was Danville, VA. I was made very, very happy when Mr. Bob Barry told me that you were showing the farmers peanut diseases at the fair. Dear, why didn’t you tell me so that I could have helped you with a number of specimens. You know I would have been glad to. I want my dear, handsome boy to do just as much of this kind of work as possible. As soon as you get rested I hope you can come over.” Thoughtfully double-matted and framed with a photo of Carver to an overall size of 21 x 18, with a window on the reverse for viewing the opposing side of the letter. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and two punch holes to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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186. Fidel Castro. TLS in Spanish, one page, 8 x 10.75, January 29, 1990. Untranslated letter to Eloy Perez Alfanzo regarding a medal bestowed upon him by the country of Nicaragua, which is printed on the opposite side of the letter. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and some light show-through from text, signature, and stamp on reverse. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Just four days after taking office, Castro issues authorization to pay “Rebel Army expenses such as transportation, subsistence, materials, supplies, and maintenance services” 187. Fidel Castro. DS in Spanish, one page, 9 x 13.5, February 20, 1959. Document authorizing payments to members of the Rebel Army. In part (translated): “The Minister of Defense is authorized to empower the Chief of Staff of the Army to provide funds necessary to retain the services of the members of the Rebel Army…and to cover Rebel Army expenses such as transportation, subsistence, materials, supplies, and maintenance services.”

Signed at the conclusion by Castro as prime minister and countersigned by Manuel Urrutia Lleo as president, and also initialed by both on the second page. The embossed blue Cuban presidential seal affixed below Castro’s signature remains crisp and intact, and retains its original ribbon. In fine condition, with expected document wear and binding holes to the left edge. Castro had assembled his Rebel Army in 1956 as part of the 26th of July Movement, and led them to overthrow the Cuban government in 1959. Dated just four days after Castro took office as prime minister, this is the earliest document from his administration that we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

While committing treason in Berlin, the Irish nationalist fails in finding a copy of Yeats’s play 188. Roger Casement. Irish nationalist, activist, and poet (1864–1916) who was executed for treason following the Easter Rising. Scarce ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.25 x 7.75, Eden-Hotel Berlin letterhead, April 10, 1915. Letter to Franklin von Bunsen. In full: “I am sorry I cannot get the copy of ‘Kathleen ni Houlihan’ from my friend Fraulein A. Meyer— the sister of Professor Kuno Meyer the great Irish-Celtic scholar. I send her card to me to show you the attempt already made. It is a pity we cannot get a copy. I hope you have good news from the fronts.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Casement went to Germany in 1914 at the outbreak of WWI, and was able to negotiate an agreement by which Germany would not invade Ireland, should the war spread to its shores. During the rest of his time in Germany he attempted to recruit an ‘Irish Brigade,’ comprised of Irish prisoners-of-war from the prison camp of Limburg an der Lahn, to fight against the British. This plan failed, however, and Casement went on to try and arrange a large arms shipment from Germany to his countrymen—this too failed, when the ship was intercepted on its way. He returned to Ireland and was arrested just before the Easter Rising, and was controversially convicted and sentenced to death under an ambiguous medieval law. Of particular note, Casement mentions Kathleen Ni Houlihan, a nationalist symbol representing Ireland personified and most notably used in a one-act play written by William Butler Yeats and Lady Gregory in 1902—most likely what Casement desired a copy of. A fantastic letter with significant connections to Casement’s life and work, as well as the Irish nationalist movement itself. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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189. Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire. First wife

of William Cavendish, the fifth Duke of Devonshire (1757–1806), daughter of the first Earl of Spencer, and an ancestor of Lady Diana; renowned for her beauty, she was one of the most celebrated socialites of her day. ALS in French, signed “Georgina Devonshire,” one page, 4.5 x 7, no date. Untranslated letter to her banker Perregaux, on whom she completely depended for her finances.

Cavendish has also docketed the reverse of the second integral page.

Intersecting folds, a couple lightly passing through signature, toning around a small circular seal applied near bottom of page, and some scattered light soiling and ink marks, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Comprehensive six-volume account of World War II

190. Winston S. Churchill. Signed book: The Second World War, Volumes 1-6. London: Cassell and Co. Ltd., 1949.

Hardcovers with dust jackets, 5.75 x 8.75.

Signed and inscribed on the second free end page of Volume II, “Inscribed for E. M. Davis by Winston S. Churchill, 1949.”

In fine condition. Each volume is housed in a custom quarter blue Morocco leather clamshell box. As Britain’s prime minister for most of the Second World War, Winston Churchill had an unparalleled perspective on the conflict. After leaving office in 1945, he produced this remarkable account, which holds a very high place in the ranks of nonfiction books of the 20th century.

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

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Conferring lifetime membership in the American Colonization Society 191. Henry Clay.

Partly-printed DS, signed “H. Clay,” one page, 11 x 8.25, May 21, 1852. A certificate from the American Colonization Society issued to G. W. Burnett conferring lifetime membership upon him. Boldly signed in the lower right corner by Clay as the society’s president. In very good condition, with tape-repaired complete separations to intersecting folds and evenly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original majestic Buffalo Bill Wild West European poster 192. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Original

color poster for Buffalo Bill’s Wild West, 28.5 x 39, depicting Cody proudly sitting atop his trusty steed Isham, with the US and French flags behind him. Artwork was originally done by English painter and sculptor Adrian Jones, and bears his printed signature and a 1903 date at the bottom. Poster also bears a manufacturer’s mark for the Parisian printer Weiner. in the lower right, and a partial Buffalo Bill Cody oval stamp to the upper right. Poster has been professionally linen-backed and professionally restored in some areas, including the entire lower border, and several other small border areas. Framed to an overall size of 31.5 x 42. In very good condition, with aforementioned areas of restoration, light intersecting folds, and some dampstaining along top edge. The Plexiglas has a couple of scattered scratches. Cody’s European tours established him as an international celebrity, performing for sold-out crowds and members of royalty, including King Edward VII. Poster originates from the personal collection of Bert Padell, financial advisor to the stars. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Oak ladder-back chair from Buffalo Bill’s Wyoming ranch 193. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Natural wood ladder-

back chair from Cody’s TE Ranch Headquarters in Wyoming.

The chair measures 35˝ tall and features a woven seat. Both the chair frame and weave are tight, though portions of the seat are detached on one side. The chair originates from the noted Swann sale of the collection of Cody collector William Lentz and includes Lentz’s tag, reading: “Butterfield & Butterfield Auction 1988 From: Collection of Julia Cody Goodman #316 Oak Ladder Back Chair with woven seat from Cody TE Ranch, Cody Wyoming Lentz Collection.” Cody’s TE Ranch was the center of his efforts to irrigate more than 100,000 acres of semi-arid land under the Carey Act of 1894, though he never completed the project due to financial issues. At the time of Cody’s death in 1917, the TE comprised about 4,000 acres and 500 head of cattle. A fantastic piece from the famous western showman’s headquarters. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Spectacular portrait from Buffalo Bill’s Wild West 194. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Fantastic matte-finish 4 x

5.5 portrait of Cody wearing a cowboy hat, affixed to its original 7 x 10 souvenir ‘Buffalo Bill’s Wild West’ mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink, “To my friend Colkins of The Stock Grower & Farmer, W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’ April 8th 1906, Still in the ring.” Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 15.75. In very good to fine condition, with scattered surface marks to the photo, light areas of dampstaining to edges of the mount, and a crease to the left side of the mount; the eye-appeal of the piece is exceptional, with a bold signature and magnificent image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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195. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Terrific

matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of the Wild West showman in profile, signed in dark ink, “W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’ 1914.”In very good condition, with scattered surface creases, poor contrast and moderate flaking to ink, and some marks and discoloration to edges.

An excellent pose of Cody which we have not encountered before, in a desirable uninscribed format. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

196. George Curzon.

British Conservative statesman (1859–1925) who was viceroy of India and foreign secretary. Choice crystalclear 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Curzon in a handsome head-andshoulders pose, signed on the mount in black ink, “Curzon.” Published by the London Stereoscopic Company. A mild block of overall toning from previous display, and a bit paper loss to upper right corner of the mount, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Not for many years have we used intratracheal anaesthesia in intracranial surgery” 197. Harvey Cushing. Surgeon (1869– 1939) who pioneered many modern neurosurgical techniques and investigated the functions of the pituitary gland. TLS, one page, 7.75 x 10, Yale University letterhead, November 8, 1935.

Letter to B. R. Stuehler, Jr. In full: “In reply to the questions in your letter of October 18th, just received, I may say that not for many years have we used intratracheal anaesthesia in intracranial surgery. Almost all of these operations at the present day are done under local anaesthesia with or without the combination of avertin or some similar hypnotic. Haemostasis of the scalp wound and flap in osteoplastic craniotomies is carried out merely by putting pointed haemostatic clamps on the galea and turning the scalp back.” Tastefully double-matted and framed with a photo of Cushing to an overall size of 19.5 x 17. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Incredible content regarding the development of brain surgery, the field that he pioneered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I assume the meeting would be for colored people—otherwise I wouldn’t care to do it” 198. Clarence Darrow.

ALS, one page, 7 x 10.5, December 24, no year. Letter to Oscar DePriest, an Illinois congressman. In part: “I shall be obliged to leave Washington on the 10th so if I speak at the Patterson High School it must be on some other date. I assume the meeting would be for colored people—otherwise I wouldn’t care to do it…I should be glad to meet you…I never can luncheon, at least only a very little, and times are too hard to waste money on friends.” In very good condition, with partial separations to intersecting folds, scattered toning, and areas of paper loss to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

200. Jefferson Davis.

Nice ink signature, “Jefferson Davis,” on an off-white slip.

Matted and framed with a carte-de-visite of Davis by C. D. Fredricks and Company to an overall size of 8 x 12.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Choice twice-signed letter regarding a West Point professorship

“I never had any better friends than the Jews”

199. Clarence Darrow. TLS, one page, 7 x 8, personal letterhead,

December 15, 1938. Letter to Mr. Martin M. Weitz of the Menorah Society. In full: “If I can get a chance I will try to write you something but my time is very much occupied. I ought to do it, for I never had any better friends than the Jews. My son Paul is now here and I will show him your letter.” Double-matted and framed with a photo of Darrow to an overall size of 19 x 15. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature).

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

201. Jefferson Davis. Bold ALS signed twice, “Jeffer. Davis,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, August 21, 1856. Letter to John W. French. In part: “For the reasons set forth in the endorsement and a desire to save you from any annoyance I determined to send the application of Mr. Sprole to the Engt. bureau. The following is a copy of the endorsement made on the letter of Mr. S.” Signed below by Davis, who goes on to pen a copy of his endorsement: “The period asked for being indefinite I think it proper to say that the duties of the Professor would not permit him for more than a very short period to have less than the undivided possession of his quarters, and the interest of the Academy being paramount it is deemed better that the application should be decided by the Superintendent than be left to the generosity and kindness of the Professor.” This is also signed at the conclusion. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through single letters of the signatures). William T. Sprole was Chaplain of the Military Academy at West Point and Professor of Geography, History, and Ethics from March 2, 1847, until August 16, 1856, when he was replaced by John W. French Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Varina pens her husband’s reply to a former Confederate, offering his plans to attend the cornerstone laying of Montgomery’s monument and intentions to refute “Sherman’s slanders”

202. Varina Davis. ALS dictated to Varina by her

husband and signed “Jefferson Davis,” in her hand, one page both sides, 5.5 x 8.75, March 31, 1886.

Letter to Colonel James Scharf. In full: “I wonder that you will still believe what the Newspapers say about me. It is not true that I have agreed to deliver an address at Montgomery or that I am in good health. The committee of the Association to erect a Monument to the Confed. dead on the spot where the Govt. of the Confederacy was inaugurated obtained my consent to be present at the laying of the cornerstone with the distinct understanding that I was not to be expected to make a speech because of physical disability and when the Chairman of the Committee recently came to see me, and found me ill of bilious fever, he assured me that he had given public notice that I was not to be expected or called upon to make a speech.

Now my dear Sir having cleared away the debris, I proceed to the subject of your letter. Recent illness has prevented me from going to attend to important business at my old house in Warren Co. Missi. As soon as I can, I must go there. After my return I shall then have to go to Montgomery to be present on the day appointed for laying the cornerstone—the 28th or 29th of April. After my return from there I know of nothing to prevent us from taking up the proposed work i.e. the refutation of Sherman’s slanders. You must expect me to devolve most of the work upon you both in hunting up papers & the manual labor of writing, but I hope only a short time will be required to complete the task.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and a few corner creases. It took much persuasion from the mayor of Montgomery to finally get Davis to commit to being a guest of honor and laying a cornerstone for the monument to Alabama’s Civil War dead. The former Confederate president finally acquiesced, under the strict assurance he would not be required to speak, mostly due to the fact of his advanced age. His single-city stop would grow into an extended tour, with stops in Savannah and Atlanta for other dedications and political purposes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

203. Declaration of Independence. Pressed sheet copper silverplate plaque with text of the Declaration of Independence in tiny raised lettering, 6.5 x 7, featuring a raised reproduction of John Trumbull’s ‘Declaration of Independence’ painting within a circular impression in the center. Raised facsimile signatures of all 56 signers adorn the lower portion and the plaque is bordered in an ornate design. The plaque was made by New York City electrotypist Samuel H. Black in 1859. In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare 1848 Force engraving of the Declaration of Independence

204. Declaration of Independence. Striking rice paper reproduction of the Declaration of Independence, 25 x 28.75, printed by Peter

Force in 1848 for inclusion in his series American Archives, beginning, “In Congress, July 4, 1776. The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen United States of America.” In very good to fine condition, with previous storage folds, several well-done professional repairs to folds on reverse, light overall mirroring of ink, a few small repaired separations to bottom blank border, and some mild edge toning.

By 1820, the original Declaration of Independence had seriously deteriorated due to inappropriate handling and storage, creating an immediate need for a facsimile reproduction. Commissioned by John Quincy Adams, William J. Stone engraved a copperplate by lifting ink directly from the original and creating a perfect copy. He printed 201 before placing the plate in storage for safekeeping. Twenty years later, in 1843, Peter Force was commissioned by Congress to print a series of books—now known as the American Archives—featuring the founding documents of the United States. For the occasion, the Stone engraving was removed from storage and used to produce new copies on rice paper, distinguished from the original by an engraving in the lower left corner “W.J. Stone S.C. Washn.” Printed in 1848, each copy was folded into the first volume of the fifth series of books. After printing the plate was again retired, now residing with the original Declaration at the National Archives. Congress authorized the printing of 1500 copies of American Archives, but subscriptions for the elaborate edition were disappointing, and in the end many fewer copies—perhaps only 500—were issued. Most, including this copy, were folded and bound into Volume I, Series Five. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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“Who will be President is uncertain.

The votes for Jefferson & Burr are equal” 205. Declaration of Independence: William Ellery. ALS signed

“W. Ellery,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 12, January 11, 1801.

Letter to William Stedman of Massachusetts. In part: “Who will be President is uncertain. The votes for Jefferson & Burr are equal. The Rep’s by States must determine the election. The Feds here and I believe throughout the U.S. hope the latter will be chosen;—but I think it will be difficult for either of them to obtain nine States, and if this don’t take place the people will have another choice. The reasons why Mr. Burr is preferred here is because it is supposed he will pay a greater attention to Commerce than Mr. Jefferson; because the choice of his may produce an alliance between the State of New York and the New England States, which will on account of contiguity and commercial characters be more natural than that which now exists between it and the Great Dominion, and besides he cannot be chosen without the concurrence of the New England States, and this will naturally produce in him a favorable regard to these States...But exitus in dubio est.—All is conjecture. One thing is certain let who may be President, the Lord reigneth, and if the people are virtuous and pious they will be happy.” In very good condition, with tape-repaired separations to intersecting folds (some affecting the writing), and a few small edge tears.

As the votes were counted in the presidential election of 1800, a major flaw of the Constitution took center stage, inadvertently leaving the country without a winner for several weeks. As it then stood, each elector was authorized to vote for two names for president: the candidate with a majority was elected president, and the runner-up vice-president. To ensure that Jefferson would become president if their party received the majority, the Democratic-Republicans—running Jefferson and Burr against the Federalists Adams and Pinckney—had arranged for one of their electors to abstain from voting for Burr, thereby leaving Jefferson one vote ahead. Unfortunately, the situation was mishandled and each elector voted for both, resulting in a tie of 73 votes each. The tie was then given to vote in the House of Representatives where each state cast one vote. Over the course of seven days, from February 11 to 17, 1801, the House cast 35 ballots to resolve the issue; each time, Jefferson (who had several Federalist nemeses in the House) received eight states, one shy of the necessary majority of nine. Finally, in the 36th vote, he was elected America’s fourth president. This arduous process led to the Twelfth Amendment to the Constitution, which required electors to specifically name their votes for president and vice-president in all future elections.

This letter, written by Rhode Island signer William Ellery, captures the uncertainty that permeated the nation during this chaotic time. Hoping for a victory for Burr—who would “pay a greater attention to Commerce” and help bring New England and New York closer together—Ellery nevertheless admits “exitus in dubio est”: the outcome is in doubt. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

206. Declaration of Independence: Thomas Heyward.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence and of the Articles of Confederation as a representative of South Carolina (1746–1809).

Manuscript DS, signed “Tho’s Heyward,” one page, 7.75 x 1.5, November 28, 1799. Financial document concerning the receipt of a loan from a gentleman for “Two hundred and fifty dollars to be paid to him again.” A complete separation to a central vertical fold repaired with tape on the reverse, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The prominent ‘Financier of the Revolution’ 207. Declaration of Independence: Robert Morris.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution (1734–1806). Partlyprinted DS, signed “Rob’t Morris,” one page, 8.25 x 13, April 2, 1794. Financial document in which Morris borrows $2,000 from Aaron Levy, to be repaid on or before April 2, 1799, “with lawful interest to be paid annually.” Signed at the conclusion by Morris beside his affixed paper seal, also signed twice on the reverse by Levy. Intersecting folds with insignificant professionally repaired edge separations, and show-through at the top from Levy’s writing on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving of Morris. An interesting association, as Levy was a Jewish immigrant and well-known land speculator who founded Aaronsburg, Pennsylvania, reportedly the first US city named for a person of Jewish descent. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

208. Declaration of Independence: Robert Treat Paine. ADS,

signed “Paine Atty,” one page, 3 x 3.75, 1767. Bill for his legal services in the amount of £1.15.0, including charges for “writ & fee,” “service of writ,” “entry & dues,” and “attendance 6 days.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold.

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

Orders for a sheriff to apprehend a man accused of trespass 209. Declaration of Independence: John Penn.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from North Carolina (1741–1788) who also practiced law and served in the Continental Congress. Partly-printed DS, signed on the reverse, “J. Penn atty,” one page, 10.5 x 4, February 26, 1787. Legal document filled out in Penn’s hand, with his writing represented by brackets in this text. In part: “To the Sheriff of [Warren] County, Greeting: You are hereby commanded to take the bod[y] of [John Hulm] if to be found in your bailiwick, and [him] safely keep so that you have [him]…at the court-house in [Warrenton] on the [fourth] Monday in [May] next, then and there to answer [James Williamson Priscilla Williamson & Benjamin Williamson Exrs Lewis Williamson Decd of a plea of Trespass on the case of Damage one hundred & fifty pounds].” Signed at the conclusion by Marmaduke Johnson, the Warren County clerk, and signed and docketed on the reverse by Penn. All together, the document contains over 40 words in Penn’s hand. Central vertical and horizontal folds, a bit of show-through from docketing to reverse, and areas of ink erosion to Penn’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely scarce signature of signer George Taylor

210. Declaration of Independence: George Taylor. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania (circa 17161781). As a late replacement for a delegate who refused to support independence, Taylor missed the vote but signed the formal Declaration on August 2, 1776. Rare ink signature, “Geo. Taylor,” on an off-white 3 x 1 slip clipped from a larger document, with a partial paper seal affixed next to his signature. In very good condition, with some professional repair and restoration to reverse, several creases passing through portions of signature, and some light toning. In his 1995 reference History Comes to Life, Kenneth Rendell places Taylor’s autograph material into the ‘very rare’ category among the Signers—a level second only to that occupied by the virtually unobtainable Gwinnett and Lynch. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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The Father of American Psychiatry determines that a man “is afflicted with Epilepsy and that he is a proper Patient for the Pennsylvania Hospital” 211. Declaration of Independence: Benjamin Rush. Physician and surgeon

general of the Continental Army who signed the Declaration of Independence (1746–1813).

Scarce partly-printed DS, signed “Benj’n Rush,” one page, 6.75 x 8.25, November 1, 1804.

In part: “I have seen Peter Dedier and examined his case, and find that he is afflicted with Epilepsy and that he is a proper Patient for the Pennsylvania Hospital.” Signed at the conclusion of this section by Rush. Lower portion of the document pertains to the financial obligations of being treated at the hospital, including costs of possible burial. In very good condition, with intersecting folds with complete separation to central horizontal fold and partial separation to one lower edge, and some scattered staining. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

212. Declaration of Independence: James Wilson.

Revolutionary War–dated ink endorsement, “Wilson,” on the reverse of a partly-printed document, one page, 8 x 6.75, October 27, 1776. The document orders Charles Farquahar to appear in court to testify regarding a debt dispute. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, moderate toning, and a few creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

213. John Dewey. Philos-

opher, psychologist and educator (1859–1952).

ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, February 27, 1949. Letter to Dr. Mason written from Jamaica. In part: “Three weeks ago we left Key West to come here, and I didn’t know until after we got to Jamaica that there are no regular mails save airmail, & that letters without airmail postage are casual in arriving…am happy to say that the date May 14th, 1pm will be satisfactory.” In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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214. DNA: James D. Watson. Signed book: DNA. First edition.

NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 2003. Hardcover with dust jacket, 7.75 x 9.5, 446 pages. Signed on the title page in black ballpoint. In fine condition.

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

“Although real scientists have indeed recovered DNA from the era of dinosaurs, the giant beasts remain dead, with no change in sight” 215. DNA: Watson and Crick. Souvenir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, entitled ‘Jurassic

Jitters,’ featuring two printed sketches of DNA strands at the bottom. In part: “The Tyrannosaurus Rex is awesome, the velociraptors fearsome. But moviegoers should not leave a showing of the hit Jurassic Park with the mistaken notion that biotechnology is some kind of threat to mankind…Although real scientists have indeed recovered DNA from the era of dinosaurs, the giant beasts remain dead, with no change in sight.” Signed at the conclusion in blue ink by Francis Crick and in black ink by James D. Watson. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

216. Stephen A. Douglas. Eminent

American senator and statesman (1813– 1861), dubbed the ‘Little Giant,’ perhaps best remembered for his role in the Lincoln-Douglas debates during the 1858 campaign for the Senate race in Illinois. LS signed “S. A. Douglas,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, May 9, 1858.

Brief letter to a collector reads, in full: “Allow me thus to comply with your requests for my autograph.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

217. Frederick Douglass.

Manuscript DS, signed “Fred’k Douglass, Recorder,” two pages both sides, 8 x 12.25, April 25, 1882.

Indenture for the sale of parcel of land owned by Dorothy Clagett to Francke S. Williams at the rate of 52 cents per square foot. Signed on a reverse panel by Douglass as a recorder of deeds. In fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

218. Thomas Edison. Edison Botanic Research Cor-

poration business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Edison with his prominent ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thos A. Edison,” payable to Jerome Osborn for $64.70, February 15, 1929. In fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes (affecting the first portion of his signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Splendid oversized Edison portrait 219. Thomas Edison. Superlative matte-finish 10.5 x 15.5 bustlength portrait of Edison in a suit and bow tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To George F. Morrison, Thos. A. Edison.” The photo was taken circa 1925 by Walter Scott Shinn of New York. Beautifully double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 21.5. In fine to very fine condition. Beginning his career at Edison Lamp Works in Harrison, New Jersey, in the summer of 1882, when he was only 15 years old, George F. Morrison spent a lifetime climbing the ranks of General Electric. In 1903, he became the General Manager of all of GE’s plants; he went on to be elected Vice President of General Electric in 1917, and the following year became one of the original members of the Association of Edison Pioneers. An excellent association and one of the finest formal Edison portraits we have encountered. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Marvelous 1935 casual portrait of Einstein

220. Albert Einstein. Superlative matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 portrait of Einstein in a plaid sweater, signed in green ink, “Albert Einstein, 1935.” Attractively suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with some light contrast to signature against the busy background. Einstein had recently emigrated to the United States when he signed this stunning photo—in 1933 he took up a position at the Institute for Advanced Study, and would become an American citizen in 1940. This is a positively magnificent portrait of the genius in his prime, certainly one of the finest images we have encountered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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221. Albert Einstein. TLS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.25 x 1, blind-stamped personal letterhead, September 28, 1938.

Letter to Jack Mark in Mount Kisco, New York.

In full (translated): “Dear Lord! To my great regret, I can not comply with your expressed wishes, as I unfortunately can not spare the time necessary for it.” Nicely suede-matted and framed with the original mailing envelope and a portrait of Einstein to an overall size of 25.25 x 20.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and three small dings to left edge. Oversized.

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

A four-line poem penned in an entertaining science book for a man he helped escape Germany: “How dreadful comes the way of science, I myself have much fun with it” 222. Albert Einstein. Signed book:

Science Is a Sacred Cow. First edition.

NY: E. P. Dutton and Co., 1950. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 221 pages. Signed on the first free end page for his friend Rolf-Helmut Ehrmann, “A. Einstein 1950,” with Einstein adding a four-line poem, in German, above his signature. Poem reads (translated): “My goodness, how dreadful comes the way of science, I myself have much fun with it, and for that reason you heretic, take a look at it.” Page also bears Ehrmann’s ownership signature. Autographic condition: fine, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Book condition: VG-/VG-.

Einstein was friends with Ehrmann, as well as his father Rudolf Ehrmann, and was instrumental in helping them both escape Germany in the late 1930s.

Einstein was also a great fan of this book, which was a humorous critique of the world of science. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Drafting the article ‘Relativity: Essence of the Theory of Relativity,’ Einstein observes, “The general field laws are not sufficiently determined by the general principle of relativity alone”

223. Albert Einstein. Important autograph manuscript draft in German, one page on the 10 x 4.5 address panel of an envelope sent to

Einstein, postmarked June 7, 1948. Einstein drafts most of the final paragraph of his article entitled ‘Relativity: Essence of the Theory of Relativity,’ published in the American People’s Encyclopedia. The paragraph is translated at the bottom in another hand, in full: “While it leads to a well-defined theory of the gravitational field it does not determine sufficiently the theory of the total field (which includes the electromagnetic field). The reason for this is the fact that the general field laws are not sufficiently determined by the general principle of relativity alone.” Einstein also edited the paragraph, making a few additions and deletions. In fine condition, with light scattered creases. ‘Relativity: Essence of the Theory of Relativity’ became a well-known essay, and is cited in books such as The Einstein Reader, The Einstein Myth and the Ives Papers, and A Stubbornly Persistent Illusion, an anthology compiled by Stephen Hawking. This magnificent piece explains some of the problems in Einstein’s attempts to unify the general theory of relativity with electromagnetism, a subject that remains unsolved and is still studied today.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $5000)

224. Elizabeth, Queen Mother. Ballpoint signature,

“Elizabeth R, April 23rd 1974,” on an off-white 8 x 10 guestbook page, also signed on the reverse by Baroness Phillips, Walter Annenberg and his wife, and one other. In fine condition, with show-through from signatures to reverse and an insignificant tear to bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Magnificent oversized portrait of the empress in her crown 225. Empress Kojun. Empress of Japan (1903–2000) married to Hirohito. Extraordinary matte-finish 8 x 11 portrait of the young empress in a regal three-quarter-length pose, affixed to its original 13.5 x 17.5 mount, boldly signed in the lower right in black ink in Japanese. In fine condition, with a thin diagonal mark to the lower left corner and mild foxing and staining to the mount. It is an absolutely stunning image with deep, rich tones and exceptional clarity. Empress Kojun items are quite scarce, and this is the first time we have offered her by herself. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The automaker’s favorite childhood book 227. Henry Ford.

226. Maria Feodorovna. Second wife of Tsar Paul I of Russia and mother of Tsar Alexander I and Tsar Nicholas I of Russia. Handwritten endorsement, in Russian, signed, “Maria,” in the border of a manuscript document, also in Russian, one page, both sides, dated 1824. Endorsement circled in blue pencil, a central vertical fold to document, a couple of small edge chips, and a few other small pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Signed book: McGuffey’s New First Eclectic Reader. Reprinted by Ford from the 1885 edition in 1925.

Hardcover, 4.5 x 6.5, 84 pages. Signed in fountain pen on a replacement front free end page. Autographic condition: scattered foxing to signed page, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Ford cited McGuffey’s Readers as one of his most important childhood influences, and republished them at his own expense to distribute to schools across the United States.Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Spiritual readings presented to a young lady that fired up a Michigan Ford plant 228. Henry Ford. Signed book: Bible Read-

ings for the Home. Later printing. Washington, DC: Review and Herald Publishing Association, 1942. Hardcover, 6 x 9, 794 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “To Marilyn Lindsley from Henry Ford.” In fine condition, with small tear to bottom edge of signed page and a “7/10/43” pencil notation to middle of page. Book condition: VG-/None. The ten-year-old recipient of this autograph would go on to have the honorof starting the generator for the Hayden Ford plant in Tecumseh, Michigan, in 1946. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I shall be very grateful if you could let me have the composition of the medium on which you spore Penicillium notatum” 229. Alexander Fleming. Scottish bacteriolo-

gist (1881–1955) who shared the 1945 Nobel Prize in Medicine for his role in the discovery and isolation of penicillin. Two letters: TLS signed “A. Fleming,” one page, 5 x 8, Inoculation Department St. Mary’s Hospital letterhead, April 9, 1946. Letter to Messrs. Boots Pure Drug Co. Ltd. regarding “Penicillin Lozenges, 500 units.”

In full: “These lozenges have been given a very extensive trial amongst patients, either suffering from inflammations in the throat or from affections of the mouth including Vincent’s angina and, in many cases, with only commencing soreness in the throat without the development of an actual attack. We have had a number of cases in which the use of the lozenges appeared to be followed by stomatitis or glossitis, the latter being the more common of the two. In one or two cases that we have seen the tongue appeared quite sore and inflammed [sic]. The etiology of this has puzzled us and I should be obliged if you could throw some light on this bearing in mind that what ever the base of the lozenge it is held in the mouth continuously for comparatively long periods. Could you let me know what base you use in the make up of these lozenges? Can this be a factor in the etiology of the trouble?” Also includes another another TLS signed “A. Fleming,” one page, 4.5 x 3.5, identical letterhead, April 27, 1945. In full: “I shall be very grateful if you could let me have the composition of the medium on which you spore Penicillium notatum. I hope there is no secret about it and if there is not I want to pass it on to Dr. St. John Brooks at the National Collection for Type Cultures.” In overall fine condition, with toning to trimmed edges of one letter and scattered creases. It was Penicillium notatum that led Fleming to his important discovery—after a culture had been accidentally contaminated by the green mold, Fleming isolated it, grew it, and found that the substance it produced was capable of killing many types of common infectious bacteria. This is an exceptional pairing of letters, both directly pertaining to the pioneer’s work in the medical field. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) 70 | May 14, 2014 | NOTABLES

230. Francisco Franco. Leader of Spain

(born 1892) from 1939 until his death in 1975, who came to power after overthrowing the elected government during the Spanish Civil War. Matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 photo of Franco in a three-quarter-length pose, signed in fountain pen and dated October 31, 1959. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 9 x 11. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Patriotic hand-carved powder horn

The ‘Great’ Prussian king 232. 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. LS in German, one page, 7.25 x 9, January 10, 1776.

Letter to Lieutenant Colonel von Boyen’s Regiment in Ingersleben, confirming receipt of a report from the 5th and expressing his satisfaction with the news. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (small separation at intersection).

Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. An attractive letter, written just one day after Germany agreed to loan out their soldiers to Great Britain to help put down the rebellion in the Americas. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Enormous French Revolution collection, including Saint-Just, Talleyrand, Brunel, and Garat

231. Freemasonry Powder Horn. Very nice powder horn, measuring approximately 17.5˝ long, very possibly 18th century. The elaborate carvings on one side of the horn feature a large American eagle holding an ‘E Pluribus Unum’ banner above a patriotic shield overlaying several arrows. Above the eagle are 15 stars, carved by the owner, presumably to represent the 15 states. Above the stars is a “JMW” monogram, and above that, a crest depicting a demi-wolf topped by a banner with the motto “Res non verba,” which translates to ‘Acts not words.’ Etched on to the three raised brass rings dividing the sections of the horn are small eyes made from small brass pins with eyelids above and below, possibly a Masonic reference to the ‘all-seeing eye.’ Base plug is covered in red wool with a suspension loop which connects the 32˝ leather strap to the spout. In fine condition, with missing plug at top. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

233. French Revolution. Large col-

lection of 109 ink signatures of important figures from the French Revolution on individual slips, affixed to five sheets of various sizes, including: Brunel, Charles Delacroix, Jean-Marie Roland, Dominique Joseph Garat, Jules-Francois Paré, Louis-Joseph Charlier, Bertrand Barère, JeanMarie Collot d’Herbois, Charles Cochon de Lapparent, Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord, and the very rare signature of Saint-Just. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Superlative letter from the year of the publication of Civilization and Its Discontents 234. Sigmund Freud. ALS in German, signed “Freud,”

one page, 5.25 x 3.5, personal letterhead, October 9, 1930.

Letter to an unidentified doctor. In full (translated): “Just one word of thanks for the recognition of some minor hasty errors I would have corrected had I received the text earlier.”

In very fine condition. A particularly outstanding example, written in a very important year for Freud. In 1930, he won the prestigious Goethe Award and also published Civilization and Its Discontent, one of his most important and widely read works. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Highly desirable and arresting portrait of India’s moral revolutionary 235. Mohandas Gandhi. Original 1931 head-andshoulders portrait etching of Gandhi in his traditional clothing, 10.25 x 14.5, signed in the lower right in fountain pen, “M. K. Gandhi.” Also signed in the lower right border in pencil by the artist, “Elias M. Grossman imp.” In very good condition, with moderate to heavy overall foxing and staining, and a few unobtrusive edge creases.

Having received international renown for his etchings of celebrities, urban views, and landscapes, JewishAmerican artist Elias Grossman finally got Mahatma Gandhi to agree to a sitting at the start of the 1930s—only after learning that he would be in the company of such legendary figures as Albert Einstein and Rabindranath Tagore. As Gandhi sat on the floor, Grossman worked lying flat on his stomach, observing during his work not only the physical details of his subject, but also the wit, friendliness, and extreme piety of the Indian leader. A wonderful original etching of Grossman’s famous portrait—either printed by or personally overseen by the sought-after artist, as indicated by the “imp”—from the year that Gandhi signed his Pact with British Viceroy of India, Lord Irwin, and attended the Round Table Conference in London. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Magnificent full-length portrait of Gandhi in his iconic clothes

236. Mohandas Gandhi. Unique and extraordinary 3.5 x 5.5 real photo postcard of Gandhi in a full-length pose, wearing his iconic khadi garment and sandals, signed in fountain pen, “M. K. Gandhi.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. A choice image and bold signature of the influential pacifist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

America’s preeminent surgeon describes his British forerunner 237. William Gibson. Renowned American surgeon of the 19th century (1788–1868).

Lengthy AQS signed “Wm. Gibson MD,” one page, 7 x 9, 1839.

Gibson pens a description of the great surgeon Sir Astley Cooper.

In part: “Imagine to yourselves a tall elegantly formed man.

Moderately robust with a remarkably pleasing and stricking [sic] countenance, red and fresh as a rose…Very agile and graceful in all his movements, simply but handsomely attired…With few or no marks of age except a head as white as the driven snow—and you will be able to form a just conception of the appearance of Sir Astley Cooper.” In fine condition. This description of Cooper was part of a lecture delivered by Cooper at the University of Pennsylvania and was published in the Medical Examiner periodical on November 16, 1839. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

238. Ramon Grau. Two-time president of Cuba (1881–1969). Partlyprinted DS in Spanish, signed “R. Grau,” one page, 18.5 x 14.5, July 15, 1947. Diplomatic appointment for Don Manuel Monteros Valdivieso, signed at the conclusion by President Grau and countersigned by two other officials. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, scattered toning and foxing, and a rusty paperclip mark along vertical fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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239. John Hancock. Two separately bound printed portions of the Resolves of the General Court of Massachusetts, pages 3–35, 8 x 12.5, printed in Boston by Thomas Adams, printer to the Honourable General Court, 1790. The first section, pages 3–30, contains proceedings beginning on May 26, 1790, listing the members of the Massachusetts Senate and House of Representatives, followed by the legislative proceedings, including addresses by Hancock and Sam Adams. In one of Hancock’s addresses, he alludes to the Declaration of Independence, signed 14 years earlier. In part: “At a time, when the attention of this country was necessarily called to a defence against an invading enemy, the people of the several States originated, or revised, systems of governments...

To be united in one great system of National Government, so many separate Republicks, including extremes of climate, and possessed by people very carious in their habits of life, in their manners, and in their religious opinions, was indeed a work which demanded the utmost exertion of human wisdom and required the most unembarrassed deliberations. This seems to have been reserved as an honourary task for the people of America.” The second continues the proceedings, and includes an address by Hancock on the financial situation of the state. In overall fine condition, with mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Just five weeks after signing the Declaration of Independence, Hancock appoints a soldier whose regiment would later cross the Delaware with Washington 240. John Hancock. Partly-printed DS, one page, 13.5 x 8.75, Philadelphia, August 10, 1776. As president of the Second Continental Congress, Hancock appoints Selah Benton “to be second Lieutenant in a Company in the nineteenth Regiment of Foot commanded by Colonel Charles Webb in the Army of the United Colonies raised for the defence of American Liberty, and for repelling every hostile Invasion thereof.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Hancock and countersigned

by Charles Thompson. In very good condition, with professionally repaired partial separations to intersecting folds, moderate scattered staining, and a small area of repaired paper loss where the regiment is named (with the two affected letters expertly restored).

A member of the 19th Regiment since its inception eight months prior—during which time he had marched under General George Washington from Boston to New York—Selah Benton was promoted Second Lieutenant by President Hancock on August 10, 1776. After participating in the Battle of Long Island—and losing legendary captain Nathan Hale, who was captured and hanged as a spy for his scouting work there—the 19th marched on, fighting at the Battle of White Plains at the end of October, then joining John Glover’s Brigade in John Sullivan’s division.

Following the surrender of Fort Washington on Manhattan Island, Washington ordered the withdrawal to New Jersey, and the soldiers of the 19th crossed the Delaware on Christmas day of 1776, taking part in the American victory at the Battle of Trenton the following day. An exceptionally bold and highly desirable Hancock signature, greatly enhanced by the significant revolutionary associations with the soldier’s famous regiment. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Outstanding Hancock with Massachusetts seal 241. John Hancock. Choice ink signature, “John Hancock,” on an off-white 4.5 x 6 slip clipped from a larger State of Massachusetts document, retaining the affixed paper seal above the signature. Intersecting folds and mild overall toning from previous display, otherwise fine condition. A terrific example of America’s most famous signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce magistrate certification

by Governor Henry 242. Patrick Henry.

Manuscript DS, signed “P. Henry,” one page, 7.5 x 7, December 10, 1785. As governor of Virginia, Henry certifies “to all whom it may concern that William Dandridge Claiborne gentleman is one of the Commonwealths Magistrates for the County of King William.” Document retains most of the affixed red wax seal, with significant wear. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, noticeable dampstaining (partially affecting the signature), and a few other stains. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

243. Paul von Hindenburg.

German World War I military hero (1847–1934) and president of Germany from 1925 to 1934. ALS in German, signed “von Hindenburg,” one page, 8.5 x 11, September 7, 1925. Untranslated. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds with tape-repaired complete separations to the two upper quadrants.

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

Following up on actions recommended by a recent Zionist Congress 244. Theodor Herzl.

Hungarian-born Austrian founder of Zionism (1860–1904). As a correspondent during the Alfred Dreyfus affair, he determined that the solution to anti-Semitism was the establishment of a Jewish state. Choice TLS in German, signed “Herzl,” one page, 8.5 x 11, January 27, 1902. In part (translated): “In accordance with the resolution adopted at the 5th Congress on December 30, 1901…the gentlemen listed on the enclosed paper were elected to the permanent Cultural Affairs Commission for the individual countries.

We now take the liberty of kindly requesting that you send us at your earliest convenience the…make-up of your committee…a new rule was established stating that only brothers-in-spirit who reside in the same city shall be nominated as members of commissions, since we have learned the hard lesson that commissions, with their members spread in various countries, accomplished nothing whatsoever. We confidently entertain the hope that without waiting for our initiative, you have already started your work and would like to ask you to keep us posted.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Early military document from the future German president 245. Paul von Hindenburg. German

World War I military hero (1847–1934) and president of Germany from 1925 to 1934.

Manuscript DS in German, signed “von Hindenburg,” one page, 8.25 x 13, November 24, 1893. Untranslated document concerning military bureaucratic matters, signed in the middle by Hindenburg as head of the Infantry Bureau of the War Department. A central vertical fold, several pencil notations, and a bit of light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

246. Jimmy Hoffa.

Labor union activist and leader of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters who mysteriously vanished in 1975, presumed to have been murdered due to relations with organized crime. DS, signed “James R. Hoffa,” one page, 4 x 8, no date. A “Detroit Rider” teamster-related document describing various milage and payment requirements. In part: “Peddle runs within seventy-five (75) miles of the city…The rate of pay for drivers shall be one dollar and twentyfive cents ($1.25) per hour.” In fine condition, with small tears to right edge. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Desirable sketch from an unintended counter-culture staple 247. Albert Hofmann.

Swiss chemist (1906–2008) best known for the discovery of LSD. Signed felt tip sketch of the chemical structure of LSD on a white 5.75 x 3.75 card with his image affixed to the left side. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

248. William James.

Philosopher and psychologist (1842–1910) and brother of novelist Henry James. William James taught philosophy at Harvard and became known as one of the founders of pragmatism. ALS signed “W. J.,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.25 postcard, November 5, 1907. Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In full: “Thanks for your delightful letter & the booklet. But may I not get a sight of the pledge—? Not with a view to taking it, be it understood!”

Addressed in James’s hand on the reverse. In very good condition, with moderate to heavy corner creases and mounting remnants to the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

249. Helen Keller. Uncom-

mon 5.75 x 8 silver gelatin photo of Keller by Louis Dreyer, affixed to its original 11 x 14 mount, signed on the mount in pencil. In very good condition, with moderate uniform silvering to dark background, some adhesive stains along edges, and a few creases and scattered light soiling to mount. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original D. P. D. evidence photos from inside the School Book Depository

250. Kennedy Assassination. Collection of 11 original glossy photos of the interior and exterior of the Texas School Book Depository and Dealey Plaza, all stamped on the reverse “Bureau of Identification Police Department Dallas Texas,” with typed captions on the reverse of most of the photos as well. Images include two photos of the fifth floor window, with the visible bullet casings circled in ballpoint, and one of Oswald’s rifle tucked in between several boxes. Some scattered light dings and creases, and a couple small holes to one photo, otherwise fine condition. Photos originate from the personal collection of a US Secret Service agent at the time of the assassination. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original Bob Jackson–stamped images of his iconic news photo 252. Kennedy Assassination. Two original

glossy 10 x 8 photos of Jack Ruby shooting Lee Harvey Oswald in the garage of the Dallas Jail, each stamped on the reverse, “Photo by Bob Jackson.” In fine condition, with some scattered creases and light binder dings to edges. Photos originate from the personal collection of a US Secret Service agent at the time of the assassination. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Original news photos of the tragic day in Texas 251. Kennedy Assassination.

Four original glossy Dallas Morning News photos showing the Kennedys arriving at Love Field, two images of the fifth floor window of the School Book depository, and one of a map which shows several important locations including Oswald’s and Ruby’s residences, the Texas Theater, and the depository. Reverse of each photo bears a Dallas Morning News stamp. In fine condition, with some binder dings to edges. Photos originate from the personal collection of a US Secret Service agent at the time of the assassination. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

253. Kennedy Assassination. Collection of seven secondgeneration photos, including two images of Oswald holding a rifle and communist literature, with typed captions on the reverse listing his alias, “Aleck Hidell.” Other images include President Kennedy’s motorcade, Oswald’s rifle, Oswald’s press conference, and Jack Ruby shooting Oswald. In fine condition, with some scattered creases and binder dings to edges. Photos originate from the personal collection of a US Secret Service agent at the time of the assassination. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Copies of important papers including Kennedy’s autopsy and Parkland doctors’ statements 254. Kennedy Assassination. Interesting collection of copies of original paperwork surrounding the Kennedy assassination. Included are: Kennedy’s Bethesda autopsy; statements from doctors tending to Kennedy at Parkland Hospital; Governor Connelly’s medical reports; FBI and Treasury Department reports, including one on an attempt to assassinate Chief Justice Earl Warren; an emergency room doctor’s statement after treating Lee Harvey Oswald; and a CIA memo to the FBI on Marina Oswald. In overall fine condition. Papers originate from the personal collection of a US Secret Service agent at the time of the assassination. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Name dropping Sinatra, Olivier, Belafonte, and Berle while arranging a JFK event 255. Joseph P. Kennedy. TLS signed “Joe Kennedy,” two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 5, 1961. Letter to William Asher of Desilu Productions. In part: “These are some of the things that we are going to do in the record and I am sure should be considered for the film…the first part of Sinatra beginning with ‘under the auspices of’ ought to be cut out, and certainly the part about the two million dollar debt of the Democratic Party and carte blanche.

I think we ought to cut out the Bette Davis remarks about the club sandwich…we might very well cut out Poitier and Frederic March at this time. Then we should make an important announcement for Olivier’s speech…The Joey Bishop joke about Paar should be cut and also the remarks about the recount of the votes…Lyndon Johnson should have another speech…Did Belafonte and Sinatra sing only one song? Big applause and laughter is needed for the Astronaut with Berle…The Lincoln speech should be cut some. As far as the President’s speech is concerned, it definitely should be cut and all references to money cut out entirely.” Various pencil office notations have been added to highlight the changes. In fine condition. Accompanied by a carbon copy of a list of additional changes and a ribbon badge labeled “1962 Inaugural Anniversary Dinner Usher.” John F. Kennedy had an entourage of celebrity friends to call upon for support, fundraisers, and the like—in this exceptional letter, his father is clearly helping to arrange a star-studded event, offering a fantastic behind-the-scenes look at the organization that went into crafting a political message with the aid of Hollywood’s elite. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“The Kennedys outdid themselves— even Peter would have had to look to his laurels!”

256. Joseph P. Kennedy. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, per-

sonal letterhead, September 15, 1958. Letter to talent manager Milt Ebbins. In part: “You were very kind to remember me on my birthday and I am quite sure that if you had been here, you would have been able to line up some very good acting talent.

The Kennedys outdid themselves—even Peter would have had to look to his laurels!” In fine condition. Accompanied by a color snapshot of Kennedy with Milt Ebbins and Peter Lawford.

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

Christmas gift to Milton Berle 257. Robert F. Kennedy.

Signed book: To Seek a Newer World. First edition. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1967. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 233 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip, “With best wishes, Robert Kennedy.”

Includes a TLS from Pierre Salinger to Milton Berle, December 11, 1967, in part: “In lieu of a Christmas card this year we are sending you this copy of the thought-provoking book by Senator Robert F. Kennedy. While you may not agree with some of the Senator’s views, we hope you will find the book stimulating.” Scattered soiling and a few edge tears to dust jacket, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Includes Berle’s square yellow plastic press badge for access to the Ambassador Hotel’s Embassy Room on June 4, 1968, where Robert F. Kennedy gave a victory speech after winning the California primary; he was shot following the speech, making these rare badges the last ever produced for use at an RFK campaign event. Also accompanied by Berle’s press badge for attendance at the funeral mass held for Kennedy. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

258. Robert F. Kennedy.

Handsome matte-finish 7.25 x 8.5 head-and-shoulders photo of Kennedy, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. Matted to an overall size of 11.25 x 12.5. In fine condition. This highly desirable portrait was originally taken

by Louis Fabian Bachrach and used by RFK as his official portrait while serving as attorney general. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

259. Hermann Keyserling. Baltic German philosopher (1880– 1946) who founded the Society for Free Philosophy. ALS in French, one page, 5.75 x 4, stamped personal letterhead, February 7, 1932.

Untranslated letter to Dr. Aloir Sattermaun. In fine condition, with a few brushes to last lines of text and a brush to last name of signature.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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260. King Edward VII. Prince

of Wales and first British monarch of the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, Edward’s reign (1901–1910) was named the Edwardian era. ALS signed “Yr affect cousin, Albert Edward,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, blackbordered Marlborough House letterhead, December 7, 1901.

Short letter to his cousin Edward.

In full: “Should it suit you might I propose myself for a luncheon on Tuesday next (9th) at a quarter to 2?” In fine condition, with a couple of trivial spots to front. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

261. King Edward VII. ANS

signed “A. E.,” one page, 4.25 x 3.25, no date. Brief note with instructions. In full: “To be delivered by hand at 10 o’clock Thursday morning & ask if there is an answer.” Affixed to a slightly larger card. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and overall soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Richly toned, immaculate portrait of the future king 262. King Edward VIII. Exquisite matte-

finish 4.75 x 7.25 portrait of Edward in military uniform, affixed to its original 6.25 x 8.75 photographer’s mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Edward P, 1919.”

Lower right corner bears traces of a pencil signature by the photography studio. In fine to very fine condition.

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

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263. King Faisal of Iraq.

King of Iraq from 1921 to 1933 who fostered unity between Sunni and Shiite Muslims, promoting pan-Arabism in the goal of creating an Arab state that would include Iraq, Syria, and the rest of the Fertile Crescent.

Rare fountain pen signature of King Faisal I of Iraq on an offwhite 8 x 10 sheet dated September 19, 1925, also signed

by Faisal’s aide-de-camp and one other. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

264.

King George III. King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 until his death in 1820 whose reign was marked most notably by the loss of British control over the American colonies. Manuscript DS, signed “George R,” five pages adjoined on three sheets, 7.75 x 12.5, May 1, 1810. The King orders the Great Seal of Great Britain “to be affixed to an instrument…to our Right Trusty and Well beloved Councillor Henry Wellesley our Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to our Good Brother the Catholic King.” Following three pages are in Latin. Quickly signed at the top of the first page by the king. In fine condition, with expected folds and some scattered light soiling. The paper seal is crisp and intact and document is still bound by its original ribbon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

265. King George III. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “George R,” one page, 15.25 x 11, February 1, 1807. King George appoints George Watson to be “a First Lieutenant in our Corps of Royal Engineers.” Signed in the upper left by George, signing partially over his printed name due to his failing eyesight at the time. The blue seal affixed to the lower left remains crisp and intact. Double-matted and framed with a color image of the king to an overall size of 31 x 19. Intersecting folds and expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

266. King Kalakaua. King of

Hawaii (1836– 1891) who was elected to the vacant throne in 1874 by a legislature that had been convened for the purpose.

Kalakaua almost single-handedly restored many of the nearly extinct cultural traditions of the Hawaiian people. Scarce ANS signed “Kalakaua,” one page, 4.25 x 3.5, personal letterhead, no date. Brief note to “Your Excellency.” In full: “I would gazette the new member next week, Wednesday and Saturday.” In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling and mounting remnants to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

268.

King Philip II.

King of Spain (born 1527) from 1556 until his death in 1598; his eventful reign included Spain’s conquest of the Philippines, the establishment of a colony in Florida, and the historic defeat of the Spanish Armada by the British in 1588. Manuscript DS in Spanish, signed “Yo El Rey,” one page, 8.5 x 12, no date. Untranslated. In very good condition, with intersecting folds passing through portions of the signature and significant dampstaining affecting the overall appearance. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Early financial document from the reign of Louis XVI 267. King Louis XVI. King of France (born 1754) from 1774 to

1792. In the wake of increasing unrest that developed into full-fledged revolution, Louis and his queen, Marie Antoinette, were executed in 1793. Scarce manuscript DS, signed “Louis,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.5, 1776. Significant financial document, signed at the conclusion by the king. Also signed by his important minister Turgot, who famously tried to improve France’s catastrophic financial situation; additionally countersigned by Miromesnil and three other officials, which was required only for documents relating to the most important public expenses. In fine condition, with some light toning to edges.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“His has been a good life— devoted to helping his fellow Americans to a better understanding of each other” 269. Arnold A. Knopf. Handwritten

tribute letter, signed “Arnold A Knopf,” one page, 8 x 10.75, no date, but 1943. Tribute to Walter White commemorating his 25 years of service to the NAACP. In full: “It is a great pleasure to join his many friends in paying tribute to Walter White.

His has been a good life—devoted to helping his fellow Americans to a better understanding of each other, and of what is perhaps the most important and the most difficult of their many problems. It is hard to realize he has been at it for a quarter century, and that I have known him for nearly all that time. Good luck, Walter! And much happiness to you!” In fine condition. White was a civil rights activist who led the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) for almost a quarter of a century and directed a broad program of legal challenges to segregation and disfranchisement. Having both African and European ancestry, he and his family identified as Negro and lived among Atlanta’s Negro community. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

271. Lajos Kossuth. Hungarian statesman (1802–1894) who played a leading role in bringing parliamentary government to that country. After abdicating his briefly held post as regent-president in the turmoil that followed the ascension of Emperor Franz Joseph in 1848, the fugitive leader made a successful tour of Britain and the United States. ALS signed “L. Kossuth,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, January 9, 1882. Letter to George Gross of Philadelphia. In part: “I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your most esteemed letter… with the enclosed 20 dollars. Allow me to express my most grateful thanks for this kind gift which you so generously granted in behalf of my poor down trodden country and the common cause of humanity.”

Nicely matted and framed with an unsigned portrait to an overall size of 19.5 x 16.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

270. Peter Kropotkin. Russian

geographer, zoologist, and political theorist (1842– 1921) best known for his advocacy of anarchist communism. ALS signed “P. Kropotkin,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, June 26, 1903. Letter to a gentleman.

In part: “The book on Russian literature, Ideals & Realities in Russian Literature, is in this state: I have just finished to rewrite the 7th chapter (incl. Gorky). I begin the 8th which is the last…The first 7 chapters are quite ready, & typewritten in their definitive form. As to the French publisher, I have yet decided nothing.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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272. Felicite Robert de Lamenais. French Catholic priest, philosopher, and political theorist (1782–1854) who offered opinions in both religion and government. Collection of ten autograph letters, one signed “L,” the remainder unsigned, dating from circa 1821–1838, most one page in length, various sizes. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Magnificent oversized Bachrach portrait of the inventor of the Polaroid instant camera 273. Edwin Land. American scientist and inventor (1909– 1991) who pioneered inexpensive polarizing filters and, with his development of ‘instant’ photography, built his company, Polaroid, into an industry giant. Amazing matte-finish 11 x 16 head-and-shoulders portrait of Land, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Edwin H. Land.” Stamped in the lower right by the photographer, “Bachrach, 1940.” Beautifully doublematted and framed to an overall size of 18.75 x 23.5. In fine condition, with a type identification tag affixed to the lower left.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

274. Gordon W. ‘ P a w n e e Bill’ Lillie.

American showman (1860–1942) who began his career as a trapper and Pawnee interpreter and later became a partner in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. ALS signed “G. W. Lillie,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Pawnee Bill Oil letterhead, March 21, 1923. Letter to a lady. In part: “If you have any difficulty in having the picture framed you may do so and mail bill to me and I will pay it.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and three punch holes to right edge. Accompanied by an unsigned postcard depicting Lillie. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce postcard from “Mach”— the man synonymous with speed

275. Ernst Mach. Austrian physicist and philosopher (1838–1916) who, as a result of his research into the effects of supersonic velocity, lent his name to the ratio of the speed of a projectile to the speed of sound, aka the Mach number. Though Einstein would later credit him as the forerunner of the Theory of Relativity, Mach ultimately rejected Einstein’s theory. ALS in German, signed “Mach,” one page on a 4.75 x 3.25 postcard, September 25, 1875. Untranslated note sent to a gentleman in the Penzing borough of Vienna. Mild show-through from postmark stamp and slight surface loss affecting the recipient’s name in the address, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Medical diploma approved by the pioneering surgeon, “Josephus Lister” 276. Joseph Lister. British surgeon (1827–1912) who innovated

the practice of sterile surgery, one of the most important medical advances of the day. Partly-printed DS in Latin, signed “Josephus Lister,” one page, 19.5 x 15, August 1, 1874. A diploma awarding a bachelor of medicine degree from the University of Edinburgh to Samuel McVie, signed below by 32 professors of the university. In addition to Lister, other signers include Robert Christison, toxicologist; Charles Piazzi Smyth, astronomer; William R. Sanders, pathologist; Philip Kelland, mathematician; John Hughes Bennett, physician; William B. Hodgson, educational reformer; James Lorimer, jurist and political philosopher; and John H. Balfour, botanist. Creasing to borders and a small tear to right edge, otherwise fine condition. In 1869, after revolutionizing surgical procedure with his work on antisepsis, Lister was named professor of Clinical Surgery at Edinburgh; he enjoyed his popularity there—with his clinics and classes packed with eager students— until 1877, when he moved to King’s College in London. A handsomely engraved document featuring the rare Latin form of Lister’s signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The day he leaves for Mecca, Malcolm X sends a letter to Alex Haley 277. Malcolm X. Hand-addressed and signed air mail envelope,

9.25 x 4.5, addressed to “Mr. Alex Haley, Box 110 (P.O.), Rome, New York, U.S.A.,” and signed in the return address area, “M. Shabazz, Shepherd Hotel, Cairo, UAR.” Envelope bears a faint September 18, 1964, Cairo postal cancellation. Accompanied by a photocopy of a letter he sent on the same day, stating that he is leaving for Mecca that very night. A separated left edge, and some scattered light soiling and dampstaining, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

279. Nelson Mandela. Color

278. Nelson Mandela. Desirable felt tip signature, “Compliments

and best wishes, N. Mandela, 13-1-94,” on a light blue 5 x 2 lined card. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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glossy 11 x 8.5 photo of Mandela after exiting an airplane, signed in person in blue felt tip, “N. Mandela 22.11.2000.” In very fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

281. Guglielmo Marconi. Italian physicist and inventor (1874–1937)

who devoted his life to experiments in wireless communication, and was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1909. TLS in Italian, boldly signed “G. Marconi,” one page, 8.25 x 10, Reale Accademia d’Italia letterhead, April 20, 1932. Letter to Carlo Alfonso Nallino, Member of the Academy of Italy in Rome. In full (translated): “I have the honor to send you the enclosed extract from the Royal Decree received from the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, regarding Your Excellency’s nomination to the Academy of Italy.” Expertly double-matted and framed with an image of Marconi with his invention to an overall size of 14.75 x 22. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

283. Maximilian II, Holy Roman Emperor. Member of the House of Habsburg (1527–1576) who was Holy Roman Emperor from 1564 until his death; his policies of religious neutrality allowed peace between the empire’s Roman Catholics and Protestants after the first struggles of the Reformation. Manuscript DS in German, one page, 12.5 x 13, March 1567. Untranslated. The embossed paper seal affixed to the reverse remains crisp with paper loss to just the upper corner. Storage folds with small splits at intersections and expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

282. Maria Theresa. Holy Roman Empress and Queen of

Bohemia (1717–1780) who was the mother of Marie Antoinette.

Untranslated handwritten endorsement, in German, signed “Maria Theresa,” on a manuscript document, also in German, one page, both sides, 8.5 x 13, dated September 3, 1766. She pens a 13-line endorsement along the left side of the reverse.

Central horizontal and vertical folds, and scattered toning and foxing to edges of both sides, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I implore you to release me on bail,” Mata Hari desperately pleads her case mere days after her arrest 284. Mata Hari. Dutch-born dancer (1876–1917), née Margaretha

Geertruida Zelle, whose renown as a performer was permanently overshadowed by her activities as an Axis spy during World War I, which led to her execution by firing squad at the age of 41. ALS in French, signed “M. G. Zelle McLeod,” one page, 7.75 x 12.25, postmarked Paris, February 16, 1917. Letter to the military governor of Paris. In part (translated): “I suffer so much and I am so ill that I implore you to release me on bail.

The shock has been too hard for me. I hope that Maitre Clunet, who has known me for twelve years and is quite familiar with the facts of my life, will agree to act as my guarantor with you.” Addressed in Mata Hari’s own hand on the reverse of the second integral sheet. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall toning, and significant fraying to edges.

Mata Hari had been arrested just three days earlier in her room at the Hotel Elysée Palace, accused of spying for Germany. She was held in Prison Saint-Lazare, where she penned this plea for release—her request for bail was never granted, and the trial took place in July. Edouard Clunet, a 74-year old lawyer and onetime lover of Mata Hari, served as her attorney and was the only person allowed to visit her in prison. In court, he explained her behavior resulting from her sexual attraction to senior military officers, denying any ulterior motives. She was summarily convicted after ten minutes of deliberation and sentenced to death. This is a remarkable letter in the context of the tale of Mata Hari, written in the immediate aftermath of her arrest as a futile plea for mercy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Complimenting the “sharpness and precision that reigns” in Hollman’s Principles of Natural Philosophy 285. Pierre Louis de Maupertuis. French mathematician and philosopher (1698– 1759). LS in French, signed “Maupertuis,” one page, 6 x 8, April 3, 1750. Letter to the naturalist and philosopher Samuel Christian Hollman, thanking him for sending a kind letter along with his book Principles of Natural Philosophy, praising him for the “subtle and deep character” and the “sharpness and precision that reigns” in the work. Central vertical and horizontal folds, mild scattered foxing, and a bit of unobtrusive paper loss to left edge, otherwise fine condition. This year marked the final stage of his argument for the ‘principle of least action,’ an idea which he had developed over the course of two decades that culminated in the publication of his ‘Essay on Cosmology’ in 1750. It was the result of Maupertuis’s work in several areas of physics and he saw it as his most important accomplishment in the realms of both science and philosophy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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286. Cyrus McCormick. Inventor and

businessman (1809– 1884) whose reaper revolutionized American agriculture. Bank check, 7.75 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed

by McCormick, “C. H. McCormick,” payable to Mrs. Van Auken for $25, May 7, 1867. Doublematted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 13.5 x 17.5. In very good condition, with multiple vertical folds, cancellation cuts to the payee area, and show-through from writing to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

4000-year-old Mesopotamian limestone seal

289. Middle East Cylinder Seal. Rare limestone cylinder seal,

measuring 1˝ tall, with a 0.5˝ diameter and a hole through the center of the circular ends. This Mesopotamian seal, from the Early Dynastic III (2600-2300 BC) period, is engraved with standing figures and animals. The cylinder would be rolled onto a two-dimensional surface, generally wet clay. A modern impression of this seal on a 3 x 1.25 strip is included. A complete 1.75″ scene and almost 1.25″ of the identical scene is depicted on the strip. There are holes at both ends of the seal, as they were thought to have been worn on a necklace so that they were always available when needed. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

287. Medieval England. Two

290. J. Pierpont Morgan. Ink signature,

medieval British documents: a manuscript vellum document in Latin, one page, 3 x 12.5, dated 1265 on the reverse, featuring an elegant monogram at the conclusion; and a manuscript vellum document in Latin, one page, 6.25 x 16, dated 1331 on the reverse, beginning, “In the name of God, Amen.” In overall fine condition, with expected age wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

288. Prince Klemens von Metternich.

Prominent Austrian politician and diplomat (1773–1859). LS in French, signed “Metternich,” one page, 8.25 x 13, Ranzley des Militier Martheresien Ordens letterhead, December 31, 1857. Crisplypenned untranslated letter. In fine condition, with a single horizontal and vertical fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Yours truly, J. Pierpont Morgan,” on an off-white 4 x 2.75 card. Doublematted and framed with a stern portrait of the financier to an overall size of 17.5 x 15.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

291. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. DS, signed “Mus-

solini,” one page, 9.5 x 14.5, January 22, 1928.

Untranslated single article document boldly signed at the conclusion, “Mussolini” and “Vittorio Emanuele.” In fine condition, with expected document wear, stamps and notations, and marginal binding holes to left edge. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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292. Napoleon.

Manuscript DS in French, signed “Bonaparte,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 13.25, January 25, 1801. Untranslated.

Intersecting folds and scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Napoleon deals with “recalcitrant conscripts” and the “elites of the Guards” 293. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” one page, 7.5 x 9, No-

vember 1, 1811. Letter to M. Gassendi. In full (translated): “Monsieur Duke of Feltre, I have just looked at the 11th Light-Infantry Regiment.

Since this regiment is to receive 1800 conscripts from Italy and is a [a current strength of] 2400 men, which will it bring it to a complete strength of 4000, I ordered 900 recalcitrant conscripts who are supposed to be assigned to it [to be transferred elsewhere]. Have these 900 recalcitrant conscripts be given another destination. Have 10 subjects selected from the elites of the Guards who are capable of being sub-lieutenants and who speak Italian. They should be selected from the Corsicans, Piedmontese, the Genoans, or the Romans. Have them likewise designate five to Saint-Cyr, with the same conditions, and send them to that regiment. On this I pray that God may keep you in His holy protection.”

In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Ness gets a break from high-profile criminal cases to sign a press pass for pianist Arthur Loesser 296. Eliot Ness. City of Cleveland press

identification card issued to Arthur Loesser, 4 x 3, with a clipped snapshot of Loesser stapled to the right side, stating Loesser “of the Cleveland Press may be passed through police and fire lines.” Signed by Ness as the Director of Public Safety, and countersigned by the Cleveland Chief of Police. Mayor Edward Blythin’s name has been crossed out in type with Frank J. Lausche’s name typed above.

Double-matted and framed with a photo of Ness at his desk to an overall size of 10 x 16.

In very good condition, with horizontal creases, one lightly passing through portions of Ness’s signature, a bit of scattered light toning, and a typed notation to top edge.

After helping put Al Capone behind bars, Eliot Ness moved to Cleveland where he was appointed Director of Public Safety in 1935, overseeing both the police and fire departments.

Larger than actual size At that time, the city was wrapped up in a string of grisly murders known as the ‘Torso Murders,’ which continued through 1938. The cases were never solved and cast a dark cloud over Ness’s otherwise remarkable career, contributing to his decision to resign in 1942. This pass, undated but likely issued in 1941–42 (the only years in which Ness and Mayor Frank J. Lausche’s careers overlapped), gave press access to the well-known pianist and writer Arthur Loesser. A member of the Cleveland Institute of Music faculty, Loesser reviewed performances and wrote program notes for the Cleveland Orchestra. After the intense and remarkable events of his law enforcement career—from Capone’s arrest to the ‘Torso Murders’—Ness must have appreciated the mundane duty of signing a Press Pass for a quiet and well-respected musician. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

297. Nicholas I. Czar of Russia (born 1796) who reigned from 1825 until his death in 1855. By crushing the Decembrist Uprising, he confirmed the autocracy of czarist rule, but disastrous losses in the Crimean War marked the collapse of his foreign and domestic policies.

Manuscript DS in Russian, signed “Nikolai,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 13, January 22, 1832. Nicholas bestows medals to several prominent men and soldiers. In part (translated): “In reward for zealous duties and diligence in service of the following officials, as recommended by the Ministry of War through the suggestion by the Cabinet of Ministers, We most graciously have bestowed upon the following men, the title of cavalier of the Imperial order of our Saint Anna.” Signed at the conclusion by the Czar and countersigned by another official. In fine condition, with a partial separation to hinge, and a bit of mild toning.

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Enormous 18th and 19th century archive documenting New Hampshire from colonial days through the Civil War 298. New Hampshire. Huge archive

of over 250 documents related to the Philbrick family of Seabrook, New Hampshire, dated during the 18th and 19th century.

Includes 125 documents recording the sale of land, many letters, as well as bills, receipts, promissory notes, rent bills, railroad tickets, and a few poems and maps. Highlights include an LS to John Philbrick signed by General Benjamin Pierce (father of President Franklin Pierce), one page, 7.5 x 9.5, November 14, 1823, regarding a sheriff bond; an LS signed by E. H Rollins, one page, 8 x 10.5, March 10, 1876, on the topic of telegraphing returns for the 1876 election; and an ALS by Samuel Philbrick to his brother, three pages, 7.75 x 9.75, circa 1838, about his frustrations with Congress, in part: “They have been now 7 months in session & have absolutely done nothing but fight & quarrel with each other & oppress the poor Indians and blacks.” Also includes two autograph books signed by local friends, notably John Greenleaf Whittier, Wendell Phillips, and Ambrose E. Burnside. In overall very good to fine condition. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com. A unique treasure trove of material documenting New Hampshire’s transition from colony to state. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

299. Max Nordau. German

physician, writer, and Jewish nationalist (1849– 1923), who was instrumental in establishing recognition of Palestine as a potential Jewish homeland. ALS in French, signed “D M. Nordau,” one page, 4.5 x 7, May 27, 1914.

Neatly penned letter to an unidentified woman. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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Barnum’s famous little people

300. Commodore Nutt and Minnie Warren. Nutt was a little

person (1848–1881) who achieved international fame appearing in P. T. Barnum’s show. Warren (1849–1878) was also a little person in Barnum’s show; her sister, Lavinia, was married to General Tom Thumb. Ink signatures, “G. W. M. Nutt” and “Minnie Warren,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.75 card. In fine condition. Accompanied by an E. & H. T. Anthony carte-de-visite full-length portrait of the pair posing together. A desirable combination of these unusual 19th-century entertainers. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Excessively rare calculations by the world’s most influential scientist 301. Isaac Newton.

English physicist, mathematician, and astronomer (1643–1727) whose ideas and discoveries, including calculus, the laws of gravitation and motion, and observations on the nature of light and optics, earned him a place among the most profound geniuses in the history of mankind.

Numerous calculations in Newton’s hand, one page both sides, 5.5 x 3, no date but circa 1699. Newton performs over a dozen calculations of coinage, being chiefly the addition and subtraction of large sums. He adds a ledgertype table on the reverse, tallying numbers over the course of many months, including “July,” “Aug,” “Sept,” “Octob,” “Novem,” and “Dec.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling and professionally repaired paper loss to the lower edge (affecting a portion of the writing on the reverse).

As one of the greatest figures in science and mathematics, Newton’s handwritten calculations such as these are of the utmost desirability. While manuscript fragments on various subjects in the hand of Sir Isaac Newton have turned up occasionally on the market, mathematical notations and numbers in his hand are much rarer than words—this particular example, with the basic operations of adding and subtracting, is notable in that it contains perhaps the only Newtonian calculations that a layman can understand. These calculations of coinage are particularly relevant, as Newton was appointed Master of the Royal Mint in 1699 and applied himself to his new post with great energy, moving the pound to the gold standard. Magnificent in its simplicity, this is one of the most attractive and evocative forms of the very rare autograph of one of history’s greatest geniuses. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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“The feelings of the people of Munster with regard to the recent Prosecution and their respect for the great Leader of the Irish people” 302. William Smith O’Brien. Irish Nationalist and leader of the Young Ireland movement (1803–1864). ALS signed “William S. O’Brien,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 6.75, March 19, 1844. Letter to the mayor of Cork. In part: “I feel highly honored by the invitation…by which you communicate to me that the Friends of Justice in the South of Ireland are desirous that I should preside at a Provincial dinner to be given to Mr. O’Connell on the 8th of April in order to testify the feelings of the people of Munster with regard to the recent Prosecution and their respect for the great Leader of the Irish people. I am fully conscious of my own incompetency adequately to fulfill the duties requisite upon such an occasion, but in case no person more acceptable should be selected in the interval for the office of Chairman, you may calculate upon my presence and my humble services shall be given in whatever capacity they may be required.” Nicely double-matted and framed with an engraving to an overall size of 22 x 13.5, with a window on the reverse for viewing of the opposing side of the letter. Mounting remnants at adjoining fold, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Practice targets owned by Annie Oakley with direct family provenance

303. Annie Oakley. A Ligowsky patent clay pigeon owned by Annie Oakley. Reddish-brown target measures 4.5˝ in diameter, and retains its original 1˝ pasteboard throwing tab. Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Bess Moses Edwards, great-grandniece of Annie Oakley, stating the pigeon “was passed down through our family.” In fine condition. Developed over a period of time, most notably

by George Ligowsky, the versatile clay pigeon became the standard target for shotguns. Not many of these survived, either breaking due to poor storage, or at the business end of Oakley’s shotgun. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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304. Annie Oakley. Amber crosshatched glass target ball owned

by Oakley, 2.5˝ in diameter and approximately 3˝ tall, with “Bogardus Glass Ball, Pat’d Apr. 10, 1877.” Bogardus was a champion shooter whose raised crosshatch design was intended to make the balls more susceptible to breaking despite being hit with fewer pellets.

Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Bess Moses Edwards, great-grandniece of Annie Oakley, stating the ball “was passed down through our family.” In fine condition, with a small vertical casting flaw. As Edwards’s letter states, in the mid-1870s, more shooters were switching from live targets to glass balls; Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show used the glass balls at first, but switched to a more resinous compound after problems arose from the shards of broken glass that showered the arena. A scarce intact relic from Oakley’s years as a headline international attraction. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Mata Hari of her day 305. Virginia Oldoini, Countess of Castiglione. Nineteenth century Italian aristocrat (1837–1899) and the most beautiful woman of her day, she achieved notoriety as a mistress of Emperor Napoleon III, upon whom she exercised considerable influence, supposedly contributing to the Franco-Sardinian alliance. She was also an early photographic artist, obsessed with her own image. Unsigned autograph letter in French, one page both sides, 5 x 6.5, no date. Untranslated message to a would-be lover. In very good condition, with spot of toning to top edge over several words of text (but not affecting legibility), a rough vertical edge, and some light show-through from writing on opposite side. A rare letter from one of Italy’s most fascinating women. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Warren Commission Exhibit No. 187: “I think we’ll get together if we finally get back to the states, and maybe we’ll be able to settle in Texas” 306. Lee Harvey Oswald. ALS signed twice, “Love,

Lee,” two pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, December 13, 1961. Letter to his mother. In full (with grammar and spelling retained): “We recieded your post card today and also the first package of books which you sent us a month and a-half ago. I sure do appreciate your help.

I think we’ll get together if we finally get back to the states, and maybe we’ll be able to settle in Texas. I hope everything is allright with you, why do you change address’s so often?

I sent you and [brother] Robert a Christmas card, and even Aunt Lilian [his mother’s eldest sister, Lillian Murret] in New Orleans, do you write to them at all? or to Aunt Lilian. Has John [half-brother John Pic] been writing to you lately?

When you write you can send us Just post cards instead of letters they are cheaper and Marina enjoys the pictures of Texas and america. Snow is on the ground here and will be until april or may. Marina is feeling fine and everything is O.K. with that. Marina laughed when she heard your question about babies born at home or in hospitals of course allmost everyone here has their babys in the hospitial Your choice of books is very good, thanks a lot for them. Marina sends her love and hopes you recived her thanks you letter for the beautiful scraf you sent her.” Oswald goes on to add a short postscript which reads, “I wrote this letter on one day but didn’t get to send it till today, when I recivied your second package of books (cowboys & times) so I shall thank you for them also.” This letter was an official exhibit in the Warren Commission investigation into JFK’s assassination and, like most of the exhibits, is protectively and permanently soft-laminated, with a red and white label affixed to one side and notated “Commission No. 187.” Pencilled along the lower edge of reverse by John Lattimer is “JKL 89-47”; Lattimer was selected by the Kennedy family to be the first non-governmental medical specialist to review evidence in the assassination, ultimately supporting the findings of the Warren Commission. In fine condition, with uniform light toning and surface marks and usual creases to laminate.

Less than two years after defecting to the Soviet Union, Oswald completely reversed his stance and decided to return to the States with his new, now-pregnant wife, Marina. Having secured his US Passport, Oswald was awaiting approval from the Soviet government for his and Marina’s exit visas as the year came to a close. Writing to his mother, he comes across as a kind and appreciative son, grateful for books she has sent, looking forward to the birth of his first child, and making plans to rejoin his family in Texas as soon as he can. The couple finally received word that their requests had been granted by Soviet authorities on Christmas Day, 1961. With an official Warren Commission label, Lattimer’s small pencil notation, and two signatures from Oswald, this is a highly desirable letter written as he planned his return to the States.

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On treating clergy: “I never deal with them as ordinary patients— in the financial sense” 307. William Osler. Canadian-born physician and researcher (1849–1919) who was a founding professor of Johns Hopkins Hospital. ALS signed “Wm. Osler,” two pages, 4.25 x 6, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Henry Y. Satterlee, founder of the Washington National Cathedral. In full: “Many congratulations on your recovery! I hope my secretary answered Mrs. Satterlee’s kind note. Thanks so much for the kind invitation to meet the Archbishop—so sorry to have missed the honor of meeting him. I have only just returned from St. Louis. Please tell Mrs. Saterlee [sic] that I am a parson’s son and consider Bishops and curates members of my bodily fold so that I never deal with them as ordinary patients—in the financial sense.” Double-matted and framed with an image of Osler to an overall size of 17 x 20.75. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Pavlov and colleagues arrange the important 15th International Physiological Congress 309. Ivan Pavlov. Russian physiologist (1849–1936) best known for his investigation

of conditioned reflex through the use of experiments involving salivating dogs. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1904. Scarce TLS in French, signed “I. Pavlov,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, XVth International Physiological Congress letterhead, circa 1935.

Letter to Professor Filippo Bottazzi. In full (translated): “I have the honor to send you herewith a paper with preliminary information concerning the 15th International Physiological Congress. 100 other copies of it are sent to you in the same mail. The Organization Committee would also appreciate any proposition that in your opinion would contribute to the success of the next Congress. In particular, the Organizing Committee would like to know your opinion concerning the program: 1) Would it be desirable to decide on some questions as special themes of the Congress? 2) In case of an affirmative answer, which organ would be qualified to decide on these questions and what procedure would you judge appropriate?” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and overall toning. Also includes a TLS in French from evolutionary physiologist Leon Orbeli, inviting Bottazzi to to participate in the forthcoming Congress as the Organizing Committee honorary host. “The Organizing Committee and I will do our utmost to make your stay in the USSR pleasant during the Congress, as well as during your travels through the USSR”; and an LS by physicist Leon Brillouin, who sends “thanks for the two superb volumes of language analysis. It is a masterly work and presented with remarkable documentary wealth.”

Though he was a frequent critic of the communist regime, Pavlov’s work established the Soviet Union as a prominent center for the study of physiology, earning him significant funding from the government. Under his watchful eye as head of the organization committee, the 15th International Physiological Congress was held in Leningrad and Moscow from August 9–17, 1935. In his opening address, Pavlov discussed the internationalism of physiology and the importance of these gatherings to younger scientists—this was certainly the case in his own career, as he presented his famous ‘Pavlov’s Dogs’ findings in a paper titled ‘The Experimental Psychology and Psychopathology of Animals’ during a Congress held in Madrid in 1904. The 1935 assembly would be Pavlov’s last appearance on the world stage, the culmination of his life’s work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Scarce twice-signed 1667 document by the immensely important diarist

311. George Peabody. Pio-

neering American entrepreneur and philanthropist (1795–1869) who lent his support to such venerable institutions as the Peabody Institute in Baltimore and the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts. Uncommon ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, December 9. Letter to Mr. Winthrop.

In full: “Although you requested me not to answer your kind note of the 4th I now find that I can make it convenient to be in Boston on Wednesday next and will do myself the honor of waiting upon you on that evening at 9.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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313. Samuel Pepys. Brit-

ish civil servant (1633–1703) best remembered as the author of a nine-year, multivolume diary, one of the essential documents of 17th century British history and literature. Manuscript DS, signed twice, “S. Pepys,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 11.75, April 27, 1667. Document regarding the Navy’s purchase of “severall sorts of timber under:mentioned…

Longe straight Oake timber…Longe compass Oak timber…Elm and Beech…All the said timber to be good sound, merchantable and fitt for his Ma’ys service.” Signed in the left margin by Pepys, and signed again at the conclusion. Countersigned by three other officials. Fragile intersecting folds, toning along the edges, and a few unobtrusive stains, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Excessively rare full-page letter from the Pennsylvania founder requesting Queen Anne’s approval 312. William Penn. English-born Quaker (1644–1718) and founder of the colony that became the State of Pennsylvania. Extremely rare ALS signed “Wm Penn,” one page, 6 x 7.75, no date but circa 1708–1710. Letter to Henry Boyle, principal secretary of state at Windsor. In part: “The enclosed is an honorble request of a long dependant upon the Court, for leave & ability to serve it. He has travild through all of ye Branche’s & offices of ye Govermte that could have any relation to the affaire, & seems only to want being Layd before the Queen for her fiat. I do with all respect beseech the favour of Laying it before her.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Penn’s hand. A few small tape-repaired tears, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving of Penn. Henry Boyle served as principal secretary of state for the Northern Department from 1708 to 1710, dating the letter to this period, during which Penn was living in England and suffering from legal and financial troubles—he was placed in debtors’ prison for most of 1708 and his former business partner attempted to foreclose on a loan to him and claim Pennsylvania. Only a handful of Penn ALSs have appeared on the market in the past two decades. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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314. Eva Peron. Uncommon

matte-finish 6 x 6.5 photo of Peron in a white outfit with her hair tied back, listening to a speech, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Al companero Miguenz, Eva Peron, 1951.”

Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 12.75. In very good condition, with surface damage along the right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

315. Eva Peron. ALS

in Spanish, one page, lightly-lined, 9.5 x 6.25, no date. Untranslated letter commending Beotriz Giacomino for her assistance in a humanitarian cause. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature, some mild edge toning, and marginal binding holes to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Cardinal who defied Henry VIII 317. Reginald Pole.

English cardinal of the Catholic Church (1500– 1558) and the last papal Archbishop of Canterbury.

Very rare LS in Italian, one page, 8.5 x 11.25, Rome, January 21, 1557. Letter to Cardinal Santangelo demanding that Francesco Vannuccio be named governor of Ascoli instead of Ancona, and praising his qualities, including his service to the family of his correspondent. Reverse of second integral page bears two docketing notations and wax seal remnant. Intersecting folds, some scattered light creasing and toning, and reinforcement along hinge, otherwise fine condition. While in Rome in the early 1530s, Pole resisted his cousin Henry VIII’s pressure to validate his divorce with Catherine of Aragon. When the incensed king had his brother and mother imprisoned and later executed in 1536, Pole again defied him, causing Henry to unsuccessfully plot the murder of his cousin in Italy. Twenty years later, under Henry’s daughter Mary’s reign, Pole was made Archbishop of Canterbury, and it is in this position that he signed this letter, less than two years before his own death. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fascinating Pinkerton report on a “suspicious character” and mysterious robbery 316. Pinkerton Detective Agency. A manuscript “continua-

tion of the report of Operative E. E.” sent to Hamlin & Rice of Beloit, four pages, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 14, Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency letterhead, June 28, 1882. In part: “Messrs. Foss & Seeger informed E. E. that William Gutillis had worked for them in the Novelty Carriage Shop about five days; that he worked Monday, but had not since returned; that he was regarded as a suspicious character, and that it was his bit brace that was taken from the shop on the night of the robbery…E. E. found him at his boarding house….He took Gutillis out for a walk, and asked him if he saw any suspicious-looking men around last Tuesday.

He replied that he did not; that he was laid up on Tuesday with a lame foot; and that the robbers spoiled a brace for him…E. E….had a long talk with him, becoming pretty well convinced that he had nothing to do with the robbery, although the burglars used his chisel and brace.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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318. 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 both sides, 7.75 x 10.25, May 17, 1838. Untranslated letter to the Archbishop of Florence, Ferdinando Minucci. Central vertical and horizontal folds, moderate show-through from writing on opposing sides, and trivial spots of ink erosion to a few single letters, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

319. Pope John Paul II. TLS in Polish,

signed “Card. Karol Wojtyla,” one page, 5.5 x 4, illustrated Christmas-themed letterhead, January 1970. A heartwarming holiday message. In full (translated): “God bless you for your Christmas and New Year wishes, they are much appreciated. From my heart I send you God’s blessing for the New Year for you and all your family.” Matted and framed with an affixed image to an overall size of 8.5 x 10. In fine condition, with mild toning.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

321. Karl Popper. Immensely

important philosopher of science (1902–1994).

Signed book: Ausgangspunkte: Meine intellektuelle Entwicklung.

Later printing.

Germany: Hoffman und Campe, 1982. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 371 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black ballpoint in German (translated), “For Christiane, in gratitude for everything that I learned from her and her friends, 1 September 1982, Karl.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

320. Pope Pius VI. Born Giovanni Angelo Braschi

in 1717, Pius served as pope from 1775 until his death in 1799. Manuscript DS in Latin, signed “G. A Braschi,” two pages, 7.75 x 10.75, no date. Untranslated document issued during the tenure of Pope Benedict XIV, signed on the second page by Braschi as a young priest.

Scattered toning and soiling to both pages, intersecting folds, and a couple of small pencil notations to first page, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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322. Karl Popper. Immensely

important philosopher of science (1902–1994).

Rare glossy 6.75 x 4.75 photo of Popper seated in a crowd, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Fur Christiane, von Karl.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

323. Princess Anne.

British princess, only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Two Christmas cards, one 6 x 8 (undated), and one 7 x 5 (envelope postmarked 1989), each with a photo of Princess Anne affixed inside, along with a preprinted sentiment, each signed under the sentiment, “Anne,” adding brief inscriptions to both. In fine condition.

Accompanied by one of the original mailing envelopes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1958 Christmas card from the Queen

325. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Christmas card from 1958, measuring 9 x 7.75 closed and featuring a color 7 x 5 print of Sebastiano Ricci’s work The Holy Family. Printed opposite the photo is a Christmas greeting, under which they have signed, “Elizabeth R,” and “Philip.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

324. Princess Margaret. Three

ALSs, all signed “Margaret,” various lengths, all to Verna Hull, dating from 1969– 1975. One letter from 1969 reads: “I cannot tell you how touched I was that you gave me that new beautifully designed watch. David will be thrilled with it when he is old enough to appreciate it. We much enjoyed our bathe with you and so admired your fully clothed entry into the sea for our protection.” In overall fine condition. Each letter is accompanied by its original transmittal envelope. Also included is an unsigned telegram, stamp-dated December 17, 1974. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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326. Queen Victoria. Manuscript DS, signed “Victoria R,” one page both sides, 9.5 x 14.5, March 3, 1860. Queen Victoria appoints a diplomat to the United States. In part: “Whereas we have thought it necessary for the encouragement of our subjects trading to the United States of America to appoint a consul for the states of Maine and New Hampshire, to reside at Portland, to take care of the affairs of our said subjects, and to aid and assist them in all mercantile concerns…We do…appoint him the said Henry John Murray to our consul for the states of Maine and New Hampshire.” Nicely signed at the top by Victoria and countersigned at the conclusion by Lord John Russell as secretary of state for foreign affairs. The white embossed paper seal affixed to the top remains crisp and fully intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds with a small split at the center and small separation to left edge. A remarkably bold document signed by two of Britain’s most influential 19th-century leaders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

328. David Rittenhouse.

American astronomer and inventor (1732–1796) and the first director of the US Mint.

Scarce ADS, signed “David Rittenhouse,” one page, 8.25 x 4.5, June 11, 1787. Receipt reads, in part: “received…of Samuel Meridith Esquire Eight Pounds four shillings and ten pence State Tax and…County Tax for the year of 1786 on 5870 acres of land in Northampton County.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a couple passing through single letters of signature, a couple small edge repairs, and scattered toning and soiling. The first one we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Two unique candids of Ruby, including one under the spell of attentive women

A warrant for arrest, tantamount to an execution order 330. Jack Ruby. Collection of six items: two original glossy 4 x 3 candid photos, one of Ruby posing with another gentleman and one of a bathing suit-clad Ruby sitting on a sofa with five ladies; two different Carousel Club business cards; a color promotional card of Jada for Madame Francine’s; and an unused Jack Ruby Associates mailing envelope, with notations and sketches on the reverse in another hand.

In fine condition, with several folds and small tears to envelope, and light creasing to color card. Items originate from the personal collection of a US Secret Service agent at the time of the assassination.

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

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

329. Maximilien Robespierre. Manuscript DS in French, signed “Robespierre,” one page, 6.5 x 8.25, May 23, 1794. Document ordering the arrest of a baker. Professional repair to paper loss in lower left corner, otherwise fine condition. The vast majority of the people arrested at the height of the Reign of Terror were eventually sent to the guillotine, giving this order especially heavy significance. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon 5.75 x 3.75 postcard photo showing a river scene in Lambarene, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in French, “To Monsieur and Madame Guy Barthelemy, Albert Schweitzer,” adding a description of the scene, “The hospital is located on the bank of the river, blocked from view, behind the +, the arm and islands of the Ogooue in the region of Lambarene.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11 x 9.5. A central vertical crease, otherwise fine condition. Schweitzer established his renowned hospital in Lambarene in 1913, building it on the banks of the Ogooue River.

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

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From the Civil War–era secretary of state to a Maine senator

332. Albert Schweitzer. Lengthy ALS in German and French, one

page, 8.25 x 11, September 15, 1960. Letter to Margrieta van der Kreek, in Bussum, Holland. In part (translated): “I was dragging myself along in great fatigue and had to stand all day at the construction site, so that the concrete walls of the new building grow out of the ground before the looming rainy season comes. I made good progress, but I was incapable of using the evenings for writing as I should have and wanted to. Here is the note of introduction to Père Père. In the hospital everything is going well. The rainy season has not yet begun.”

Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait of Schweitzer to an overall size of 20.5 x 18.25. A few small tape-repaired edge tears and wrinkles, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

334. William H. Seward. Civil War–dated LS, one page, 7.75 x

9.75, March 10, 1864. Letter to William Pitt Fessenden, senator from Maine. In part: “At your instance, the name of Nicholas L. Humphrey of Maine, has been sent to the President with a view to his nomination as Consul of the United States for the island of Trinidad.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and brushing to ink in the recipient’s name. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The explorer’s bank ledger recording pay from the HMS “Majestic” and “Nat Antarctic Exped”

333. Robert Falcon Scott. Leatherbound financial ledger containing records for Scott’s bank account with Messrs. Woodhead & Co. from December 31, 1894, to December 31, 1902, 4 x 6, filled out in another hand, with an inset label on the front cover reading, “Commander R. F. Scott,” with “Lieut” struck through. The ledger contains the record of the principal expenses and payments received during from early in his career, including the very beginning of his Discovery Expedition to Antarctica, which commenced on August 6, 1901. Some of the most interesting entries are from 1894, denoting that he received pay from the “Majestic,” the British battleship where Scott served as a torpedo lieutenant, and 1901 payments from the “Nat Antarctic Exped.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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3 3 5 . Wi l l i a m H .

Seward. American

statesman (1801–1872) who served as secretary of state in the Lincoln administration and who was severely injured in an attack that was part of the assassination conspiracy. His greatest political achievement was the purchase of Alaska from Russia, derided by contemporary skeptics as ‘Seward’s Folly.’ ALS signed “William H. Seward,” one page, 4.75 x 8, May 13, 1858. Brief letter reads, in full: “I very cheerfully comply with the request contained in your note of the 11th instant.”

Central horizontal and vertical folds, and some light wrinkling and toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce indenture from the early American glassmaker 337. Henry William Stiegel.

German-American glassmaker and ironmaster (1729–1785).

Partly-printed DS, signed “Henry Wm. Steigel,” one page, 17 x 12, February 4, 1773.

Indenture agreement transferring “ a piece or parcel of land…Together with all and singular other Buildings, Improvements, Ways, Paths, Water, Water Concession rights, Members, Privileges,” between the Stiegels and Hubbard Baumgartner for a sum of 20 pounds. Signed twice at the conclusion by Stiegel, and also signed by Elizabeth Stiegel. Intersecting folds, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Document retains almost all of its three red wax seals. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“He has always feared that I would check on some of the things he has done and might do something about it. And I would, but what I would do would not be physical. I am too good for that” 339. Robert Stroud. ALS signed “Bob,

Robert Stroud #594,” one page, lightlylined both sides, 8 x 10.25, Alcatraz prison stationery to which he adds his full name and prison address at top, August 26, 1957.

Letter to Fred E. Daw, his longtime friend and president of the Chicago Bird Club. In part: “I have yours…and am glad that you are o.k. As to those papers, had Stan had them, or just two of those letters, when he went to Washington, I would be free now. All he would have had to do would have been to throw them down and say, ‘I’m sure a lot of people will be interested in these, and when I walk out of here, I intend to give them to the press.’ They would have said: ‘Now, just a minute let us talk this over, I’m sure there has been a mistake.’ Oh yes! Marc explained that the papers had been lost in a flood, but he had told me they were in storage, but it happens that they had never been sent to storage. He always has a good lie to tell when things go wrong, but where he loses out is the fact that he has a rotten memory for his own lies, so dealing with me, he always gets caught sooner or later. I think that the big trouble has been all the time that he could see the money that my ability could earn, but that he is afraid of me. That he has always feared that I would check on some of the things he has done and might do something about it. And I would, but what I would do would not be physical. I am too good for that, and there are other ways that are so much more effective.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and two punch holes at the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“If Massachusetts is to experience the longed-for rebirth, it will come again from the sea”

340. Supreme Court: Louis D. Brandeis. ALS, two pages on two adjoining

sheets, 4.75 x 7.75, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, July 23, 1922. Letter to eminent historian Samuel Eliot Morison, praising his recently-published Maritime History of Massachusetts. In part: “I experience again the thrills of Elizabethan seamen and the joys of the days when the world was young. Research, directed and illumined by historic imagination has uncovered rich treasures. The new-old tale—what courage, resourcefulness and perseverance may achieve—is presented in a style happy and appropriate. No worthier memorial could be erected to the Massachusetts that was. Her people—and preeminently her statesmen, if there be such—should find in this book both suggestion and inspiration. If Massachusetts is to experience the longed-for rebirth, it will come again from the sea; this time I fancy through coastwise commerce.” In fine condition, with light toning and wrinkling. Brandeis had strong ties to Massachusetts, as he had practiced law in Boston for over thirty-five years before his appointment to the Supreme Court. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

341. Supreme Court: Benjamin Cardozo. ALS

signed “Benjamin Cardozo,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 6, personal letterhead, March 1, 1928. Letter to Mrs. Seabury. In full: “It was delightful of you to send those exquisite flowers to my sister. She was greatly pleased. I am sure they did her much more good than many visits from the doctor. She and I send you our warmest thanks.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Cardozo’s hand. Cardoza’s sister Nellie, with whom he was very close, suffered a mild stroke in February 1928.

Mrs. Seabury’s husband, Samuel, served with Cardozo on the New York State Court of Appeals, where Cardozo was Chief Judge from 1926-1932. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

342.

Supreme Court: Benjamin Cardozo. Signed

book: What Medicine Can Do for Law. First edition. NY: Harper and Brothers, 1930.

Hardcover, 5.75 x 9, 52 pages. Signed on the first free end page in black ink. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None, in VG+ custom-made burgundy quarter leather clamshell box. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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343. 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, Cardozo’s predecessor as chief judge of the New York Court of Appeals. 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.

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

“Concerning my views on Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos etc,” writes the associate justice, “my comments would be inappropriate” 344. Supreme Court: Tom C. Clark. ALS signed “Tom C. Clark,” one page both sides of a 4.5 x 3.5, Supreme Court card, April 30, no year. In part: “I regret very much that it is not possible for me to reply to your inquiry concerning my views on Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos etc. These are matters of concern affecting our foreign relations and are not within my function as a Justice. My comments would be inappropriate. I decry the increasing use of drugs by our people, both young and old. It is a sign of weakness and deterioration in the mores of the nation. President Nixon has not yet served a sufficient time for one to judge his attainments as President.” Also includes an ANS penned across the text of an initial letter to him, in part: “1. I support 18 year old vote all the way.

2. I oppose capital punishment. 3. Pres. Nixon is doing the best he can. The problems are difficult and largely inherited.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope for the Supreme Court card. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“A policy of inaction can be as vicious and destructive as any of Hitler’s well-laid plans” 346. Supreme Court: William O. Douglas.

345. Supreme Court: William O. Douglas. TLS signed “W.

O. Douglas,” one page, 5.5 x 8, Supreme Court letterhead, January 7, 1963. Letter to Paul Doherty. In full: “I have just heard from the National Geographic. They want to send a photographer along to illustrate the Allagash story. His name is James Blair, and he will meet me in Maine on December 6. Will you check with those in control to make sure that this arrangement will be entirely satisfactory?” Handsomely double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 17.5 x 13.5. In fine condition. Douglas was a naturalist who fought to protect the environment, a passion evident in many of his actions while on the bench. This letter presumably refers to a story on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, arguably the best canoe route in the northeast United States. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

ALS signed “Bill,” one page on both sides of a 4.25 x 3.5 Supreme Court card, May 22, 1947. Letter to Barnet Nover of the Washington Post. In full: “That was another magnificent piece you wrote the other day—on the D.Ps of Europe. It’s the best statement and analysis of the problem I have seen. What we forget is that policy of inaction can be as vicious and destructive as any of Hitler’s well-laid plans. Our innocence can do great damage.” A paperclip impression to the top and a few creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Douglas’s hand, as well as a photocopy of Nover’s column entitled ‘Human Challenge: The United States and the DP’s,’ as referenced in the letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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347.

Supreme Court: Oliver Ellsworth. Revolutionary

War–dated ADS, signed “O. Ellsworth,” one page, 8.25 x 6.5, June 20, 1776. Pay order sent to John Lawrence, treasurer of Connecticut. In full: “Pay Capt. Edward Russell, a Paymaster of his own Company now to be rais’d—Five hundred & Eighty pounds—& charge the Colony.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Ellsworth and Thomas Seymour as members of the committee of the pay table. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

348. Supreme Court: Oliver Ellsworth. ALS signed “Oliver

Ellsworth,” one page, 7.75 x 12.75, June 29, 1791. Letter to Governor Patterson of New Jersey. In part: “You will have the goodness to excuse my troubling you a moment in behalf of an Ensign Brissel of my vicinity who has served in the Reg’t. & has an arrear of pay due to him.

He has been once to Philadelphia to receive it & was there informed that it had been paid to a May Heart.

Mrs. Heart is now in Connecticut & informs that the money is in the hands of Capt. Beaty at New Brunswick & has drawn an order on him as you will see to pay it. I pray you to let one of your clerks call on Capt. Beaty with the order & if the money is paid upon it to transmit the money to me or keep it till I can draw for it.” In very good condition, with tape-repaired significant separations to intersecting folds, a few edge tears, and show-through from docketing to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

349. Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter. TLS signed “Felix

Frankfurter,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, March 5, 1951. Letter to Dr. Ralph Braibanti.

In full: “Thank you for your generous note. I can assure you that I enjoyed what you call my seminar as much, at least, as the members of the Japanese Diet.” Double-matted and framed with a photo of the jurist to an overall size of 17.5 x 14. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce letter by the prominent Supreme Court justice 350. Supreme Court: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. Jurist

(1841–1935) who served as associate justice of the Supreme Court from 1902 to 1932. ALS signed “Oliver Wendell Holmes,” one page, 5.5 x 8.75, September 19, 1926.

Response to an admirer. In full: “It gives me pleasure to comply with your slight request.” A collector’s notation and magazine photo affixed to the bottom, and a small stain to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

351. Supreme Court: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. ALS

signed “O. W. Holmes,” one page, 5 x 8, Supreme Court letterhead, March 14, 1931. Letter to Mrs. Pinchot. In part: “It is a very great pleasure to get a letter from one of the most charming women…I must say as much as that notwithstanding your thoughtful prohibition I hope very much that I may see you…before I get my marching orders.” In fine condition, with a trivial chip to the left edge and slight brush to closing sentiment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

352. Supreme Court: John McLean. Jurist and politician

(1785–1861) who served on the Supreme Court from 1829 until his death; he was often under consideration for presidential nomination.

ALS signed “John McLean,” one page, 8 x 10, April 25, 1842. Letter to Secretary of the Navy Abel Upshur. In full: “Mr. Gore of this City informs me that his son Daniel Gore Jun. has been recommended for the appointment of Midshipman in the Navy. This youth I understand is promising and well educated for his years. Mr. Gore, the father, constitutes one of a family, which was among the first settlers in this country and is of great respectability and influences. This appointment would be gratifying to a large circle of friends and among others.” Also endorsed on the reverse by N. C. Read, justice of the Ohio Supreme Court, and Geo. P. Torrence, judge of the 9th Judicial District of Ohio with a note identifying them by Ohio Whig Congressman Nathanael G. Pendleton. Moderate show-through from endorsements and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The history of liberty is the history of the limitations of government power, not the increase of it” 353. Supreme Court: Sherman Minton.

Soldier, senator, and jurist (1890–1965) who served as an associate justice of the Supreme Court from 1949 to 1956, whose liberal politics but conservative legal opinions made him a a peacemaker between the Court’s opposing factions. ALS, one page, 8 x 10.5, Supreme Court letterhead, December 23, 1953. Thoughtful response to an admirer.

In part: “One of my favorite quotations, to be kept in mind especially in these times, is from that scholar-statesman Woodrow Wilson. He said ‘Liberty has never come from the government…the history of liberty is the history of the limitations of government power, not the increase of it.’ For instance the Bill of Rights. So our problem is to give government enough power to protect our liberties but not enough to strangle them. A real job for statesmen!” Toned tape remnants to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

354. Supreme Court: Roger B. Taney. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court (born 1777) from 1836 until his death in 1864. Before holding that office, Taney served as secretary of the treasury and attorney general. ADS, signed at the conclusion, “R. B. Taney, Pltff Atty,” and twice in the text, “Roger Brooke Taney,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 13, no date. Legal document concerning a case between Andrew and Jacob Michael over a dispute of stolen wheat. In part: “And whereupon the said Andrew by Roger Brooke Taney his attorney complains that whereas the said Andrew on the thirtieth day of July… was possessed of certain goods and chattels to wit forty stacks of wheat…of the value of two hundred dollars current money as of his own proper goods and chattels and being so possessed thereof, he the said Andrew afterwards to wit on the same day and year aforesaid at the County aforesaid casually lost the farm goods and chattels out of his hands.” Taney has also signed on the docketing panel on the reverse. Some chips and small tears to top edge and a bit of scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

355. Supreme Court: Roger B. Taney. ADS, signed “R. B.

Taney, Plffs Atty,” six pages on two sets of adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 12.5, circa 1812. Lengthy legal document related to a dispute between John Stottlemire and Samuel Gardener in Frederick County, Maryland. Signed at the conclusion by Taney as the plaintiff’s attorney and signed again on the reverse with filing instructions. In fine condition.

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356. Supreme Court: Fred M. Vinson. Five

357. Supreme Court: Earl Warren. Matte-

checks, consisting of four from 1923 and one from 1929, one filled out in his own hand, all signed “Fred M. Vinson.” Scattered creases and expected check wear, including folds, bank stamps, and cancellation holes, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

finish 10.75 x 13.75 photo of Warren in his judicial robes, signed and inscribed in black ink, “For Elmer W. Moore, with the best wishes of his longtime friend, Earl Warren, 11/27/62.” The photo is housed in its original 11.75 x 14.75 frame. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ultra-scarce 1911 promotional brochure, highlighting the luxurious amenities of White Star’s Titanic and Olympic

358. Titanic. Extremely rare 1911 vertical White Star Line Fold-Out Cut-Away

brochure of Olympic/Titanic entitled, ‘The Largest and Finest Steamers in the World: Olympic, 45,000 Tons/Titanic, 45,000 Tons,” 5.5 x 9.5 folded, and 44 x 9.5 unfolded. Images show port-side cut-away view of Olympic (on bow) and artist’s rendition of interior spaces. Opposite views show interior photos of Olympic’s and Titanic’s lavish rooms, including the cooling rooms of the Turkish bath, first class lounges and reading rooms, and the large salt water pool. In very good condition, with soiling and scattered surface loss to cover, as well as a small tear, a light central vertical fold, some scattered light soiling, and some small separations along folds. Printed October 29, 1911—less than six months before the ship’s tragic sinking—this is a seldom-offered example of the extravagant new liners of the White Star Line. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extremely rare and early fully signed document by the captain of the Titanic

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359. Titanic: Edward J. Smith. Remarkable DS, signed “Edward John Smith,” seven pages on two sets of adjoining vellum sheets, 10.25 x 15.75, October 30, 1886. An indenture for a loan of £300 given to Catherine Smith, mother of Edward Smith, by Reuben Small, in which both Smiths agree to surrender their property as collateral. In part: “This Indenture…Between Catherine Smith of Runcorn in the county of Chester widow of the first part Edward John Smith of 45 Osborne Road Tuebrook Liverpool in the county of Lancaster master mariner of the second part and Reuben Small of Basford in the county of Stafford Court actor of the third part.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by both, “Catherine Smith” and “Edward John Smith,” with small red seals affixed beside both of their signatures. In fine condition, with expected document wear and a few areas of the main text light but mostly legible; the writing is predominantly crisp and clear, and the signatures are bold and clear. Also includes an unsigned receipt for work on Smith’s house in 1895. At the time of signing, Catherine was nearly 80 years old and Edward was 36; marrying Sarah Eleanor Pennington in the summer, they briefly lived together at his 45 Osborn Road address. Smith had begun working on boats during his teenage years, beginning his life at sea aboard the Senator Weber at age 17. In 1875 he earned a master’s certificate, a requirement to become a ship captain, and joined the White Star Line as a junior officer in 1880. It was not until 1887 that he received his first command, the SS Baltic. A highly unusual document unlike any from Smith that we have ever seen—it is far earlier than the others we have offered and the only one signed in full. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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“You spend your time wandering about the world seeking whom you may devour”

360. Titanic: William T. Stead. Journalist (1849–1912), assistant editor of the Pall Mall Gazette, and founder of The Review of Reviews, who perished in the Titanic disaster. TLS signed “W. T. Stead,” one page, 8 x 10, The Review of Reviews letterhead, September 8, 1906.

Letter to Francis Edward Clark of the Society of Christian Endeavour.

In part: “I am very glad indeed to hear of the Convention at Geneva…I spoke to Lord Esher about your interview with the King, but I suppose he was too busy or something went wrong…The best thing would be for you to make a formal application…Lord Esher would support it.”

Affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with slight showthrough from adhesive to reverse. Diplomats from around the world gathered at the Second Geneva Convention on August 12, 1906, to sign what became one of the four treaties of the Geneva Conventions—an agreement forebodingly named ‘Amelioration of the Condition of Wounded, Sick and Shipwrecked Members of Armed Forces at Sea.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

361. Titanic: William T. Stead. ALS signed “W. T. Stead,” one

page, 8 x 10, The Review of Reviews letterhead, December 28, 1901.

Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In part: “I do not know where you are at the present moment, for you spend your time wandering about the world seeking whom you may devour, or rather deliver. But I am sending you to your permanent address copy of my new Annual, from which you will see that I have referred in passing very briefly to the work which the Christian Endeavour has done in the Americanisation of the world.” Intersecting folds, scattered creases, and an area of show-through from mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The infamously corrupt Tweed Ring 362. William M. ‘Boss’ Tweed and Ta m m a n y H a l l . Tw o

documents: a partly-printed DS, signed “W. M. Tweed,” one page, 8.25 x 6.5, June 14, 1867. Receipt for a $180 payment for “Repairing and Re-glazing the Public Lamps,” signed at the bottom by Tweed as deputy street commissioner; and a bank check, 8.25 x 4, filled out in another hand and signed by Tweed Ring members Richard B. Connolly and A. Oakey Hall, payable to James A. Griffin for $100, March 31, 1871. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The “Mary” in ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’ 364. Mary E. Tyler. The girl who inspired the nursery rhyme ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’ after she brought her pet lamb to school one day. Ink signature, “Mary E. Tyler, Somerville, Mass., Oct. 18, 1888,” on an off-white 3 x 2 card. Nicely double-matted and framed with the original mailing envelope (filled out in her own hand) and an illustration of the song to an overall size of 15.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. The first example we’ve offered.

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Chalice made from the wood of ‘Old Ironsides’ 365. USS Constitution. Turned wooden chalice made from a piece of the USS Constitution. Chalice measures 4.5˝ high with a 1.75˝ diameter at the base. This piece originates from the John S. Reigart Collection of Historical American Relics, and bears a handwritten label on the bottom of the base by Reigart which reads, “[P]iece of the U.S. Frigate Constitution, Launched S. 20, 1797.” In fine condition. During the mid-and-late 19th century Reigart assembled a comprehensive collection of relics from every period of America’s history. He was clearly aware of the importance of provenance of all the pieces in his collection and included detailed documentation in the form of period ink script notes, most of which he attached to the actual artifacts.

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366. Henry Villard. American journalist, publisher, and railway tycoon

(1835–1900). ALS in German, signed “Heinrich,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 6.5, December 5, 1883. Letter to his cousin Rose. In part (translated): “My banker in Frankfurt will again forward you a memento of my wife and me, which I beg you share with your brother, and accept our best wishes for the festive season. There you are readers of the Cologne Gazette, so you have probably seen what great adventures the last few months have brought me. I often marvel even beyond what I have had the privilege [to do], and it seems to me that I enjoy the satisfaction of completing a great life’s work to quite a degree, as people rarely do, as with satisfaction the past, I can say with confidence and look forward to the future.” In fine condition, with brushing and spreading to ink in the signature. This letter was written during a very important period in Villard’s life—he had acquired the New York Evening Post and The Nation, his railroad line to the Pacific Ocean had just opened, and he would soon help his friend Thomas Edison found General Electric. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce Vanderbilt property lawsuit agreement 367. Cornelius Vanderbilt. American tycoon, businessman, and philanthropist (1794–1877) who built his wealth in railroads and shipping. Manuscript DS, signed “C. Vanderbilt,” one page both sides, 8 x 13, April 19, 1839. A performance bond resulting from a lawsuit filed by Vanderbilt against Eliza Martineau regarding real estate holdings, noting that the chancery court has appointed James Guyon to serve as “Receiver of the rents and profits of the mortgaged premises” until the case is resolved, with Vanderbilt and Guyon pledging six hundred dollars as a guarantee for Guyon’s faithful performance of his duties. Boldly signed at the conclusion by both men next to affixed paper seals. In fine condition, with professionally repaired insignificant edge separations. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

368. Alexandre Walewski. Pol-

ish and French politician and diplomat (1810– 1868) who was widely rumoured to be the illegitimate son of Napoleon I. ALS in French, signed “A. Walewski,” one page, 4.25 x 6.5, no date.

Neatly penned untranslated letter. In fine condition, with a small pencil notation to top left corner. RR Auction COA.…

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370. Booker T. Washington. LS, one page, 5.75 x 9, Tuskegee

Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, October 13, 1901. Letter to Lucy B. Wilson. In part: “Enclosed I send you a copy of my last report to the board of trustees. I hope that you may find some time to read it.” Double-matted and framed with a photo of Washington on horseback to an overall size of 17.5 x 15. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

369. Worcester R. Warner and Ambrose Swasey. Mechanical engineers and entrepreneurs who founded Warner & Swasey Company, an American manufacturer of machine tools, instruments, and special machinery. Rare matte-finish 6.5 x 5 photo of the industrialists sitting together, signed in the lower border in pencil, “W. R. Warner,” and fountain pen, “Ambrose Swasey,” and dated January 13, 1927. In fine condition, with slight brushing to the pencil signature. This is the first example of either of these influential industrialists we have offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredibly rare document issuing a Schutz-Pass to save a Hungarian Jew

371. Raoul Wallenberg. Exceedingly rare DS, one page, 8 x 5.75, September 26, 1944. Document submitted to the National Central Authority for Control of Foreigners, Budapest. In full (translated): “We have the honor to let you know that the Royal Embassy of Sweden in Budapest has issued to Mr. Janos Karoly a Protection Passport in accordance to which the above named shall be considered a Swedish subject. The Embassy is respectfully requesting that the above named should be exempted to wear a distinctive insignia. The Embassy is certifying that a valid reciprocity with Sweden is in existence concerning the applicable ruling.” Stamped at the conclusion by the embassy with the Swedish coat of arms. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, mild overall creases, and an insignificant stain to the upper left.

Upon occupying Hungary in March of 1944, the Nazi regime immediately began its mass deportation of the country’s Jews to concentration camps in Poland—at a rate of roughly 12,000 people per day, over 435,000 Hungarian citizens had been sent to their deaths by early July. In search of someone willing and able to organize a rescue program in Budapest, US Treasury Department official Iver C. Olsen (dispatched by Roosevelt to Stockholm as a representative of the War Refugee Board) selected Wallenberg. His extensive business work in Budapest, along with his familiarity with the Nazis’ bureaucratic and administrative methods from previous trips to Germany and occupied-France, made him the ideal candidate for the job. Together with fellow Swedish diplomat Per Anger, Wallenberg issued ‘protective passports’ that identified the bearers as Swedish subjects awaiting repatriation, and earned them an exemption from having to wear the yellow badge required for Jews.

During his time in this position—which was abruptly brought to an end on January 17, 1945, when the Red Army seized Budapest and took him prisoner—he saved tens of thousands of lives. Anything signed by Wallenberg is extraordinarily hard to find and sought-after; this document, granting one of the life-saving passports that made him an internationally recognized humanitarian, is by far the finest we have seen.

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Weizmann fondly writes to the man who guided him in his Zionist education in Berlin more than 50 years earlier 372. Chaim Weizmann. TLS in Hebrew, one page, 6.5 x 9, State of Israel letterhead, November

8, 1949. Letter to Prof. Heinrich Loewe, at the Municipal Library in Tel-Aviv. In full: “I would first like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your warm wishes for my birthday and for the day of dedication of the new Institute. No wishes can move my heart as much as the loyal wishes of a friend from my youth like you. How very sorry I was learning that, due to your exhaustion, you could not come and see the opening of the new Institute. I am certain that it would have given you great satisfaction. On such happy days, I recall all those persons with whom I have worked since then, and I also recall your affable personality. May you be blessed for your good wishes, and I wish you a ripe old age, until the age of 120 years.” Punch holes to left edge, and some scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine condition.

In 1892, when 18-year-old Chaim Weizmann moved to Berlin to continue his studies, he was mentored by Dr. Heinrich Loewe, who had organized the city’s Zionist societies and edited their periodicals. In 1933, after 34 years as the librarian at the Berlin University, Loewe became the director of the Sha’ar Zion Library in Tel-Aviv, where he remained until leaving for Haifa to spend the last months of his life. A charming letter to an influential figure in Weizmann’s life. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare first edition presented with “great gratitude for your recovery and your demonstration of our way of living” 373. Bill Wilson. Co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (1895–1971), the treatment program which has helped millions of people recover from a disease long stigmatized and regarded as irreversible. Signed book: Alcoholics Anonymous. First edition, 16th printing. NY: Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc., 1954.

Hardcover with reproduction dust jacket, 6.25 x 8.25, 400 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “Dear ‘Doctor B,’ With this my great gratitude for your recovery and your demonstration of our way of living. Ever, Bill, NY 4/24/59.” A second inscription on the front pastedown, done in an unknown hand, reads, “Dr. B. Thanks for your part in making this possible to represent Central Michigan as its Delegate for the 1959 Conference here in New York City.” Apparently the “Dr. B.,” who received this book was a delegate to the 1959 conference also attended by Wilson. It is very unlikely that it refers to Dr. Bob Smith, the co-founder of the organization. Autographic condition: fine, with a small ownership signature to top of signed page. Book condition: VG-/VG (reproduction jacket). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A deceptively lighthearted letter from the renowned intellectual 376. Ludwig Wittgenstein. Highly influential Austrian-British

philosopher (1889–1951) whose greatest contributions were in the fields of logic, philosophy of mathematics, and language. ALS in German, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, May 23, 1950, Oxford.

Letter to Barbara Gaun, housekeeper to the Wittgenstein family from 1912 to 1951, in full (translated): “I only want to tell you that I am often thinking of the wonderful time we had in Vienna, particularly of the great kindness you extended towards my sisters Mining and Wicki. Personally I am doing well and I can assure you that I suffer of no other disease than plain laziness. Hoping you in Vienna are enjoying the same beautiful days as we are having right now. Summer is almost with us. Please extend our most cordial regards to everyone.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature).

In 1950, three years after resigning his professorship at Cambridge to concentrate on his writing, Wittgenstein was diagnosed with incurable prostate cancer—a fact that he seemingly kept to himself when he returned to his family home to visit his dying sister Hermine at the start of the year. “I can assure you that I suffer of no other disease than plain laziness,” he writes to the family’s longtime housekeeper, thanking her for her kind treatment of his sisters and shrugging off his own troubles. Following Hermine’s death in February, he stayed with various friends—G.H. von Wright in Cambridge during April, then Rush Rhees in London, and finally Elizabeth Anscombe in Oxford, where he wrote this letter. He then returned to Cambridge, where he began work on his final manuscripts—posthumously published as Remarks on Colour and On Certainty—before passing away at the end of April in 1951. A charmingly cheerful letter from the influential philosopher, exuding the positivity that he found in his final days, which ended with the touching remarks, ‘Tell them I’ve had a wonderful life.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

“Truth will prevail” 377. Brigham Young. Crisp AQS on an off-white 3 x 1.75 slip, signed “Brigham Young.” In full: “Truth will prevail.” In fine condition. A desirable sentiment from the Mormon leader. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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378. Felix Yusupov. Signed book: Avant L’Exil. Paris: Librairie

Plon, 1952. Softcover, 5.5 x 8, 306 pages. Inscribed on the half-title page, in French, and signed “Youssoupoff, Paris 1952.” Autographic condition: uniform toning to page, and a few edge chips, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: G+/None. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

379. Felix Yusupov. Russian prince and count (1887–1967) best known for participating in the assassination of Grigori Rasputin.

Matte-finish 3.75 x 5.5 photo, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To Tanya & Alex Zoubazeff, good luck! Prince Youssoupoff, Oxford 1910,” most likely when the photo was taken. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Zeiss on his microscopes in an incredibly rare 1856 letter: “I have made mechanical, as well as excellent optical improvements, making them the most exquisite of their kind” 380. Carl Zeiss. German maker of optical instruments (1816–1888) known for his very high quality, large aperture lenses. ALS in German Sutterlin script, one page both sides, 8.5 x 10.5, March 1, 1856, Jena. Letter to “Mr. Macso & Manno in Pest,” in full (translated): “In response to your value letter dated February 25th, I’d like to inform you of our Prussian prices, since local post offices don’t send cash on delivery to Hungary.

Pertaining to your source of ‘Schacht’s microscope’ I also should most humbly add that the prices from the first edition, which was printed in the year 1851, were by mistake copied into the new edition of the year 1855. Since 1852 I have made mechanical, as well as excellent optical improvements, making them the most exquisite of their kind. That is the reason of the small increase in prices of 2 Reichstaler (see Schacht’s description of my new, basic microscope in the Berliner Botan[ical] Magazine of October 52, and Schleiden’s in the Augsburg Allgemeine [newspaper] dated 14 July 1852).” Zeiss goes on to offer a list of prices for various parts, including a dissecting base, steel tweezers, needles, and glasses, concluding: “The required cover glasses are included with the microscope, and according to your request I’ll also include several beautifully polished and specimens of fossilized wood. Above items can be sent out the following, or 3rd day after we have received your valued, and final order.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and moderate show-through from writing to opposing sides.

Zeiss began to construct microscopes full-time in 1847, and a decade later—the year after penning this letter—he began to make compound microscopes, which considered among the best scientific instruments in the world. In the book mentioned, The Microscope and Its Application, botanist Hermann Schacht endorses Zeiss’s microscope as one of his favorites due to its simplicity, light intensity, and image sharpness.

Extremely rare, this is the very first Zeiss item we have offered, made especially interesting as he discusses technical improvements and microscope sales during an early period of his career as one of the foremost innovators of optics. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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381. Jane Addams

382. American Statesmen

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383. Yuri Andropov MB $200

385. Yasser Arafat

386. Menachem Begin

387. Norman Bel Geddes

388. Berlin Wall

389. British Prime Ministers

390. British Prime Ministers

391. British Prime Ministers

392. Richard E. Byrd

393. Richard E. Byrd

394. Madame Chiang Kai-Shek

395. Julia Child

396. Czech Statesmen

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397. Georges Danton MB $200

398. DNA: James D. Watson

399. European Rulers

400. French Statesmen

401. Mikhail Gorbachev

402. Hannibal Hamlin

403. Edmund Hillary

404. Edmund Hillary

405. J. Edgar Hoover

406. J. Edgar Hoover

407. Collis P. Huntington

408. Israeli Leaders

410. Rose Kennedy

411. Mother Teresa

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409. Israeli Leaders MB $200

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413. Nicholas Pileggi

414. Scientists

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417. Supreme Court MB $200

415. Sexology

416. Supreme Court

418. Supreme Court

419. Supreme Court: William O. Douglas

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420. Supreme Court: Edward Douglass White

422. Margaret Thatcher

423. Margaret Thatcher

424. Josip Tito

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426. Vice Presidents

427. Watergate: Woodward and Bernstein MB $200

428. World Diplomats

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military 430. American Revolution. Revolutionary War-dated handwritten

manual, 6.75 x 8, 14 total pages, entitled “Account of Boards & Plank Recd from Sundry persons & c & Different Mills at Schenectady,” string bound. Notes deliverers of boards, planks, together with pitch and other materials. Suppliers included “Jacob Fonda,” “Col Jno. Renselears Mills,” “Tobias Ten Eyck,” “Shermerhorn Mills,” “Jacob Quackenbush,” “Isaac Swift,” and many others. The lumber was used for a variety of purposes including construction along the Hudson River for shipping interests and for housing of Continental troops and cavalry. In fine condition, with first page loose and toned, with light overall handling wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

431. American Revolution: Thomas Allen. Clergyman (1743–1810) who served twice as a volunteer chaplain in the American Revolutionary War and fought at the Battle of Bennington. ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.5, November 4, 1785. Letter to John Evan Allen. In part: “I have this moment received your letter in answer…the money I was to have of the Loan for the discharge of their debt is not yet collected tho’ it hath been in an Attorney’s hand two years. The first person sued failed so far that land security was taken & things have been so disposed that at first I was commenced against one Mr. Aaron Wood who has bought the land of the first person…I wonder not that your patience is almost worn out.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel to Allen. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, partial separation along hinge, a few small separations to folds, and scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

432. American Revolution: John Glover. Brigadier General (1732–1797) who

served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. Glover’s regiment ferried Washington and his armies across the Delaware for the surprise attack on Trenton in 1776. Ink signature, “Dear Sir your Most Obdt. Sert., Jno. Glover,” on an off-white 4 x 1 slip clipped from the closing of a letter. Slip is affixed by its left edge to a two-page 1860 letter from Glover’s grandson Robert Hooper. Hooper writes, in part: “The complimentary letter written to him by General Washington on his retirement from the Army is still in possession of the family. I send you his autograph. The family have no portrait of him; but there is one at the Capitol in Washington; painted, I believe, by Trumbull.” In fine condition, with a bit of light show-through from writing on reverse of slip, and some scattered toning and pencil notations to letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

433. American Revolution: William Irvine. General in the American Revolutionary War

(1741–1804) who later served in the House of Representatives. ALS signed “Wm. Irvine,” one page, 7.75 x 10, September 12, 1803. Letter to George Simpson, cashier of the Bank of the United States.

In full: “Be pleased to deliver to the bearer the amount you were so good to say should be furnished, which the Secretary of War requested me to wait on you for.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and some scattered light foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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American Revolution: Peter Gansevoort. Colonel in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1749–1812) best known for leading the resistance at Fort Stanwix in 1777. Revolutionary War-dated ink signature, “P. Gansevoort, Col. 25th May 1777,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1 slip. Slip is affixed to a 4.25 x 6 cabinet portrait of Gansevoort by Horton Studios of Albany, New York, with notations on the reverse in a collector’s hand. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

435. American Revolution: Marquis de Lafayette. LS in French, signed “Lafayette,” one page, 7.25 x 8.5, October 14, 1828.

Crisply penned untranslated letter to an unidentified recipient. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a bit of paper loss to left edge, and a uniform shade of mild toning from previous display. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

West Point discharge in the midst of the Revolutionary War 436. American Revolution: Alexander McDougall. Major General in the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1732–1786) who participated in the battles of White Plains and Germantown. Revolutionary War-dated manuscript DS, signed “Alex McDougall, M General,” one page, 6.5 x 8.25, West Point, October 1, 1780. Discharge reads, in part: “Doct. Theodore Wadsworth…in the 6th Connecticut Regt being sick and thereby unable to serve any longer on his own request is discharged from the Army.” Along the bottom, Wadsworth asks for his remaining pay to be delivered to him. Accompanied by the original pay document issued to Wadsworth in 1782. Intersecting folds, brushing to a couple of words of text, and some mild toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

437. American Revolution: Thomas Mifflin. Signer of the US

Constitution from Pennsylvania (1744–1800), first governor of that state, and President of the Continental Congress. Partly-printed DS, signed “Tho Mifflin,” one page, 21 x 11.5, June 4, 1794. Governor Mifflin grants a tract of land called “Partnership” to three men, signed under the eight-point seal by Mifflin. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple small pencil notations to top and bottom edge, and a bit of scattered light toning. The large paper seal is toned and creased, but intact.

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438. American Revolution: Patriots. Collec-

tion of four items, each signed by a different early American patriot.

Signers are: Caleb Strong (sig), Woodbury Langdon (sig), James Thacher (sig), and Isiah Thompson (DS). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

441. American Revolution: Enoch Poor. Brigadier general in the American Revolutionary War (1736–1780) who fought at the Battle of Saratoga. Ink signature, “Enoch Poor, B. Genl.,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1 slip. Slip is affixed to a 5 x 7.5 card along with a portrait of Poor and a clipped biography. In fine condition.

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439. American Revolution: Charles Cotesworth Pinckney.

Revolutionary War officer and statesman (1746–1825) who participated in 1780 defense of Charleston against British siege. ALS signed “Charles Cotesworth Pinckney,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 9.75, May 4, 1803. Letter to John Cheswith. In part: “I recollect very well the delivering you about a year ago the rough draught of an intended Bill of Chancery drawn several years before in my office…to compel the Executors of Mr. Aaron Locock one of your deceased solvent partners to pay his proportion of the debt for which a verdict in the federal court had been recovered against you as surviving co-partners at the suit of Greenwood & Higginson…At the same time in such an old transaction & amidst the multiplicity of business in which I was engaged, it cannot be expected, nor would I undertake to swear positively that the fact was so.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a couple passing through single letters of signature, moderate show-through from writing on opposite sides, and dampstaining to second page.

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442. American Revolution: Charles Scott. Revolutionary War officer (1739–1813) who served as Washington’s chief of intelligence.

He later served as the fourth governor of Kentucky. Partly-printed DS, signed “Chs. Scott,” one page, 12.5 x 15, July 15, 1811. Governor Scott grants 200 acres of land in Knox County to Joseph Eve and Andrew Craig. Signed at the conclusion by Scott. Intersecting folds, partial separation along central horizontal fold, mounting remnants to reverse, and scattered toning and dampstaining, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

American Revolution: Daniel Roberdeau. Pennsylvania merchant (1727–1795) who served as a brigadier general in the state militia and later served in the Continental Congress. Manuscript vellum DS, one page, 26.5 x 15, March 1, 1759. Large indenture between Roberdeau and Richard Farmar for a plot of land on a Philadelphia street in exchange for a payment of £101.10. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning, and some mirroring of ink to lower left corner. Document retains most of its two red wax seals. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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443. American Revolution: Joseph Spencer.

Manuscript DS, one page, 8 x 4.5, no date. Partial document listing cash amounts for three notable individuals, each signing beneath his name: Joseph Spencer, Abraham Davenport, and George Wyllys. All three men served key roles in Connecticut politics, before, during, and after the revolution. Partial separations along intersecting folds, some light mirroring of ink, and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

444. American Revolution: John Sullivan.

Manuscript DS, signed “Yr John Sullivan, his attorney,” one page, 6.5 x 5, no date.

Final portion of a longer legal document, “John Morrell comes & defends his rights” against Paul Dudley Woodbridge. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and small mounting remnants along top edge of reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

445. Antony Barrios. Son of

President Justo Rufino Barrios of Guatemala. ALS signed “Ant. Barrios,” one page, 4.75 x 7.75, US Military Academy letterhead, April 19, 1887. Letter to a gentleman.

In part: “I regret very much not to be able to send you one of my father’s autographs but…I have now only those affixed to important papers.” Some toning and ink transfer marks from another letter laid on top, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Amazing sketches from the field of battle while suppressing the Boxer Rebellion 446. Boxer Rebellion. Two

German field postcards written and sketched by a soldier in the German troops at the second international expeditionary force in China during the Boxer Rebellion, measuring 5.5 x 3.5 and 3.5 x 5.5, dated January 12 and April 8, 1901. The soldier reports to his cousin in Munich on the advance of troops and various military operations during the China campaign on the occasion of the Boxer Rebellion. The first postcard shows the city walls of Beijing, intricately sketched in ink and watercolor, and the second postcard focuses on actions in Tshang-cheng, featuring an incredible detailed illustration of a battle in the mountains near the city. In fine condition, with a chip to one corner tip and scattered light creases. The Boxer Rebellion was motivated by Chinese protonationalist sentiments and opposition to foreign imperialism and Christianity, with conflict erupting shortly after Germany seized control of Shandong province, bringing about heightened tensions between foreigners and peasants. Ultimately, an alliance of British, Russian, American, Japanese, French, and German troops quashed the uprising and signed treaties in September 1901. These postcards not only offer terrific first-person insight from the front lines, but are in themselves extremely desirable pieces of artwork—a format infrequently seen from a primary source perspective. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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447. Omar Bradley. Ink signature,

“Omar N. Bradley,” on an off-white 4 x 3 card imprinted with his name and five silver stars. Appealingly double-matted and framed with a headand-shoulders portrait to an overall size of 10.75 x 17.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Please do not announce me for an address in a way to excite expectation”

Crisp, clean check signed and initialed by the Little Round Top hero

449. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. Choice bank check, 7.25 x

2.75, neatly filled out and signed by Chamberlain, “J. L. Chamberlain,” payable to J. L. C. for $100, July 30, 1874. Chamberlain also did some arithmetic in the lower right to arrive at the $100 amount, and the check bears an affixed two-cent revenue stamp. In fine condition, with an insignificant central vertical fold and three expected bank stamps (one affecting the first two letters of his signature). Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ominous intelligence dispatched upon a Southern steamer purchase: “I am satisfied that some mischief is intended.

What it is I do not know” 450. Civil War Naval Intelligence. Printed circular

448. 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. ALS signed “J. L. Chamberlain,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, April 1, 1881. Letter to Francis Edward Clark. In part: “I will try to be with you, but please do not announce me for an address in a way to excite expectation.

Would it be best to announce a subject in that view? I am inclined to think ‘Congregationalism as a power in the Community’ needs a little bracing. It seems to me we have fallen off a little in our effectiveness in that regard.” In fine condition, with a mild band of toning to the right edge of the first page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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disclosing important naval intelligence, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, entitled “Important Extracts received May 29th by the Flag Officer,” excerpting memoranda from the Navy Department and US Consul at Liverpool sent in May 1862. In part: “The Secretary of State has given this Department notice that the steamer ‘Bahama’ left Hamburg on the 27th ult. with a valuable cargo, worth $1,000,000, probably intended for the rebels…Within the last 90 days the following steamers, all of which have been purchased for the purpose of aiding the South, in some way or other, have sailed from this port, all carrying cannon, rifles, and munitions of war:—The ‘Herald,’ ‘Bermuda,’ ‘Oreto,’ ‘Minho,’ ‘Tubal Cain,’ and ‘Cambria’…I am satisfied that some mischief is intended. What it is I do not know.

The person who gave this information says it is to make a combined attack.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

451. Edward Codrington. British admiral (1770–1851) who, as captain of the HMS Orion, was hailed as a hero at the Battle of Trafalgar. ALS signed “Edwd Codrington,” one page, 7.25 x 9, August 7, 1827. Letter to Mr. Hoffman, written from Smyrna, Turkey, just days before his victory at the famous Battle of Navarino during the Greek War of Indpendence.

In part: “It is only within these three days that I have received the Sun newspapers from the time of my leaving England, and though this is no fault of yours, it decides me not to have any more of them. I get Galignani’s Messenger which contains the cream of all English news, & if there is anything worth having besides some of my friends send it to me…I will mark the size of the outside of the last or this sheet.” Codrington has sketched a 4.5 x 7.5 rectangle on the reverse of the letter indicating the size stationery he desires. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a bit of scattered light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

452. Confederate War Bond.

Partly-printed DS, one page, 16 x 27.5, March 1, 1864. Ornately engraved uncancelled Confederate States of America bond in the amount of $1000, number 738, first series, as authorized by a February 17th Act of the Confederate Congress. The bond was to yield six-percent annual interest, reaching maturity on July 1, 1894, and bottom of the document retains 59 of the 60 original interest-bearing coupons as issued—the first was always clipped upon issue. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and expected document wear. Considered one of the most attractive Confederate bonds, the vignette at the head of the pink-hued document features the Confederate Seal, which contains an image of George Washington on horseback. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

453. Elizabeth B. Custer. Wife and biographer (1842–1933) of

ill-fated General George Armstrong Custer. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.5 x 4.5, no date. Letter to a lady. In part: “Sorry to reply so briefly to your very kind note with its kindness and its appreciation.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Sending a letter to his wife at their home in Michigan 454. George A. Custer. Mailing en-

velope, 5.25 x 3.25, addressed in Custer’s hand to “Mrs. Genl.

C u s t e r, M o n r o e , Michigan.” Envelope bears two two-cent Andrew Jackson postage stamps, and a May 9, 1871, New York, postmark. In fine condition, with a torn right edge. Accompanied by 10 vintage photographs, seven picturing Mrs. Custer, and their home in Monroe, along with a color German postcard photo. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare Custer check from the week he was sent west to fight the Sioux 455. George A. Custer. Exceedingly scarce Planters National Bank of Louisville check, 7 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Custer, “G. A. Custer,” payable to W. J. Mulholland or order for $14.30, March 1, 1873. A two-cent revenue stamp is affixed to the lower left corner. In very good condition, with several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature; cancellation cut to body; moderate show-through from bold endorsement on the reverse over the “G. A.,” other handwritten portions, and slightly touching the beginning of last name; and Custer’s writing a shade or two light, but still legible. In October of 1871, General George Armstrong Custer and his 7th Cavalry were sent to the Taylor Barracks in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, to monitor activities of the Ku Klux Klan, fight bushwhackers, and shut down illegal distilleries. Six days after signing this check, Custer and his men were ordered to the Dakota Territory to help protect a party of surveyors from the Sioux as they were laying out the route for the proposed Northern Pacific Railroad. After the troops withdrew from Elizabethtown, the post was terminated in compliance with Special Orders No. 13, Department of the South. One of just a scant handful of Custer checks we have offered in over 30 years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

1874 Seventh Cavalry tobacco document approved by Custer and three other Little Big Horn casualties 456. George A. Custer. Partly-printed DS, signed “G.

A. Custer,” one page, 11 x 17, June 1, 1874. Tobacco return document for the Band Company of the 7th US Cavalry. Custer approves the list of 16 enlisted men, noncommissioned staff, and attachers of the company, each of whom has taken possession of a pound of tobacco. Signed near the bottom by Custer as Lieutenant Colonel of the 7th Cavalry, with the bottom portion of the document filled out in a clerk’s hand, reading: “Received, Fort Abraham Lincoln D.T., this 1st day of June, 1874, of Lieutenant A.E. Smith, 7th Regiment of U.S. Cavalry, A.A.C.S., Sixteen pounds and — ounces of tobacco, in full of the above return; said tobacco to be issued by me to the above-named men, and to be charged against them, respectfully, on the muster and pay rolls of the Company for the months of May and June, 1874.” Signed “Chas A Varnum,” for Lieutenant James Calhoun, also of the 7th Cavalry, Commanding Band. Varnum would suffer a leg wound serving with Major Reno’s battalion at Little Big Horn, while Smith, Calhoun, and Custer all perished in the battle.

Also included are three artifacts from the Battle of Little Bighorn: a 2˝ diameter copper badge imprinted “USA”; a 3.25˝ long hollow cylinder which appears to be from a pipe; and a 0.75˝ diameter brass military eagle button with backmark “Horstmann Philad.” These three artifacts originate from the Harrisburg Collection, and are attributed by the City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, as being from Custer’s Last Stand. Accompanied by a six-page ALS from Edward S. Luce, a Major in the 7th Cavalry, and later Custer Battlefield Park Superintendent, mentioning an upcoming motion picture. In part: “I never wanted anything so badly—as I do—to get in that picture…I eat—live and breathe—the ‘7th Cavalry and Custer’ and it is my one obsession of life.” Also included are four photos of the graves of Capt. Thomas W. Custer, Lieut. Algernon E. Smith, Lieut. James Calhoun, and Capt. George W. Yates, with a fifth photograph of all four graves in Section A, National Cemetery, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, some scattered light toning and dampstaining, and tape reinforcement to reverse of central horizontal fold, otherwise fine condition. A very desirable 7th Cavalry document, combined with three battlefield relics, linking four soldiers to Custer’s famous last battle. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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457. 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. Civil War–era ALS signed “J. A. Dahlgren,” one page, 4.75 x 7.5, April 2, [circa 1863]. Letter to General Joseph Hooker. In full: “I am much obliged to you for your polite attention in regard to another nine inch gun discovered by your men.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

458. Abner Doubleday. Union general (1819–1893) who com-

manded a division at Gettysburg; he has controversially been credited with the invention of baseball. Crisp ink signature, “Abner Doubleday, Bvt. Major General, U. S. Army, late Major General of Vols. Mendham, N. J., Nov. 13th 1879,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

459. Henry Dearborn. ALS,

three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 9.75, June 12, 1824.

Letter to his son, General Henry Dearborn, written while serving as minister plenipotentiary to Portugal. In part: “Having received no intimation from our Government that I may return home, I begin to suspect that the President considers himself to be the best Judge of the propriety of my continuing or not, and I shall act accordingly, but whether I am allowed to return this summer or not, your Mother and Laura and Nancy and Henry with his wife, will return, they will sail in a large ship belonging to Boston Capt. Austen, which will probably sail about the first week in July…our hope that I may be permitted to return with them, if not I shall endeavor to make myself as easy as possible. His most faithfull [sic] Majesty has at last ordered a Cortes to be assembled, composed (as of old) of the three estates, the Nobles, Clergy and Commons and has also published an amnesty, for past political sins with too great a number of exceptions, no permanent arrangement of his cabinet has yet been concluded on, things remain at loose ends. Unfortunately for the British interest, a bickering has commenced between Sir Edward Thornton and Lord Beresford, which will probably give an advantage here to the French interest. I am merely a spectator, having given over all hopes of effecting anything by way of a commercial arrangement, and of course I can be of no use here.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Dearborn had been appointed as minister plenipotentiary to Portugal by James Monroe in 1822 and served until June 30, 1824, mere weeks after this letter, when he was recalled from the position at his own request. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Dewey’s assignment to the USS Colorado: “You will report yourself to Captain R. H. Wyman for duty as the Executive Officer” 460. George Dewey: Louis M. Goldsborough. ALS signed “L. M. Goldsborough,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 25, 1866. Military transfer order to Lieutenant Commander George Dewey. In full: “On the receipt of this, you will regard yourself as relieved from the position of Flag Lieutenant of the European Squadron, and you will report yourself to Captain R. H. Wyman for duty as the Executive Officer of the U. S. Ship Colorado, under his command.” In fine condition, with scattered creases.

Accompanied by unsigned engravings of both Dewey and Goldsborough. Dewey had graduated from the Naval Academy in 1858 and served with distinction during the Civil War, where he played integral roles in the capture of New Orleans and the Battle of Port Hudson; he was first assigned to the USS Colorado in 1864 and participated in important blockades and at the Battle of Fort Fisher, where he distinguished himself with tactical decisions that enabled the Union to emerge victorious. His excellence was recognized through a promotion to lieutenant-commander, and he was sent to the European station as executive officer of the USS Kearsarge at the end of the war. It was after this that he was reassigned to the Colorado, where he received this letter appointing him as executive officer. A superb letter in its associations with Dewey’s early military career and the ship he served on during the Civil War. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Just months before sending aid to the colonies, de Grasse restores dignity to his troops 461. Count de Grasse. French ad-

miral (1722–1788) best known for his command of the French fleet at the Battle of the Chesapeake, which led directly to the British surrender at Yorktown. ALS in French, signed “Le Comte de Grasse,” one page, 7.25 x 9, March 14, 1781.

Third-person ALS to the Count de Langeron. In full (translated): “The Count de Grasse has the honor to advise the Count de Langeron that the recruits to the different Corps when embarking suffer the hardship of being undressed before embarking so that they disembark naked. The Count is begged to put order into disorder and to advise de Grasse if he may advise the Minister and to forbid the ships’ captains to take aboard troops without clothes for the crossing.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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462. William F. Halsey. Mattefinish 8 x 10 photo of Halsey in full dress uniform, signed in black ink, “W. F. Halsey.” In fine condition, with a bit of mild edge rippling and a trivial brush to final stroke of signature. Accompanied by a 1948 letter from Halsey’s secretary acknowledging the photo.

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

463. Joseph Hooker. Notorious and aggressive Union general (1814–1879) who distinguished himself at the Battle of Williamsburg in 1862 and as a result was promoted to major general; later that year he led troops into battle at the Second Battle of Bull Run and Antietam.

Ink signature, “Joseph Hooker,” on an off-white 2.5 x .25 lightly-lined slip affixed to a 3.75 x 1.25 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I have finished all my laboratory duty, my shot and shells are all prepared and my fireworks made” 464. William H. Harris.

Brevet lieutenant colonel (1838–1895) in the Army Ordnance Department. Civil War–dated ALS, four pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, West Point, June 6, 1861. Letter to a friend. In part: “I have finished all my laboratory duty, my shot and shells are all prepared and my fireworks made. Consequently, I have a few moments this afternoon to write to my Miss Paige. Lt. McCook, according to the last reports has concluded not to resign, but if he cannot prevail upon the authorities to detach him, he will remain in his regiment. He was in Pennsylvania last week and also in Virginia, but only temporarily. The best way to write to him would be in care of the Adjutant General (L. Thomas) via Washington. Officers do not remain in the same place long in times like these. Bob Williams is Assist Adj‘t Gen’l with the rank of Captain. He also is in Washington I believe but nobody knows for certain…I was very sorry to hear about Chambliss and Horton. Their names were ‘stricken from the rolls for having tendered their resignations in order to avoid being called into active service.’ There is no explanation necessary, you know as well as I do how they come to resign. The exact circumstances I have not heard. I do not know where Kirby is now. DuPont went into the Engineers but I heard that he has been transferred into one of the new Infantry regiments as a high 1st Lieutenant.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The one-armed general hopes the youth “will be the means of converting many souls”

The excessively rare Iwo Jima flag raiser, “Sgt. M. Strank U. S. M. C.”

465. O. O. Howard.

Union general (1830– 1909) who participated at Gettysburg and commanded the Army of Tennessee during Sherman’s March to the Sea. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, May 6, 1895. Letter to Francis Edward Clark of the Society of Christian Endeavor.

In part: “I am delighted to have the young people come together in Boston fifty thousand strong and hope they will be the means of converting many souls during their visit. Personally, I do not like to go to those large gatherings. I think I am better fitted for smaller companies.” Intersecting folds, uniform toning, and office notations to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

466. Iwo Jima: Michael Strank. Marine during WWII (1919–1945)

famously photographed as one of the six men raising the US flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima; he was killed in action later that week. Return address panel clipped from an airmail envelope circa 1944–1945, 3.25 x 1, filled out in fountain pen by Strank, “Sgt. M. Strank U. S. M. C., Co. E 28th Marines, Fifth Marine Div. 7. M. 7., c/o F. P. O. San Francisco, Calif.” Affixed to a commemorative cover with a cachet featuring a political cartoon. In fine condition, with a mild band of toning to the envelope (not affecting the clipped slip or signature). Strank was assigned to the Company E of the 28th Marines in February 1944 and the famous photograph was taken on February 23, 1945, dating this signature to within a year of the iconic event; he remained in this same company at the time of the flag raising, making this an immensely desirable example of his already rare signature.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Original uniform issued to Ben-Gurion’s son-in-law and worn in the 1948 War of Independence 467. Israeli Uniform. Zahal military uniform issued to and worn by David Leshem, son-in-law of Israeli Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion.

Olive green service uniform consists of a wool dress jacket and matching shirt and pants from his officer’s working uniform. Jacket has three 0.5 x 1.25 bars, each with an olive branch, embroidered and affixed to each shoulder, with two chest pockets and two lower pockets, each with pocket flaps. Letters and numbers are penned inside the right sleeve. The wool battle-dress shirt has two chest pockets with pocket flaps, a long waist belt secured by a roller-type buckle, wrist cuffs which can be unbuttoned, and buttons and metal hooks at the throat closure. The label sewn inside is imprinted: “Battledress/Blouse, 1940 Pattern/Size No. 13/Height 5’11˝ to 6’ 0˝/Breast 38˝ to 39˝/Waist 33˝ to 34˝/Akett Limited/1945.” Battledress shirts of this type first became general issue to all British Royal Air Force personnel in 1943. Three metal bars connected to each other, each depicting an olive branch, are mounted on a 1.75 x 1.25 red cloth and are affixed to each shoulder of the blouse.

Pants are labeled “8” inside, and there are two pockets with flaps, one on the left thigh and one on the right buttocks, and one buttoned pocket on the right thigh, with a six button fly. In overall fine condition. Ben-Gurion’s leadership during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, including the formation of the Israeli Defense Forces, led to his overwhelming appointment as Prime Minister, a position he held until 1963, except for a two-year period. Early Israeli uniforms are seldom offered for sale; this one is made even more desirable and historically significant by the fact that it and belonged to and was worn by Ben-Gurion’s son-in-law. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Stonewall’s tactical maneuvers before the Battle of Chancellorsville to prevent the enemy from crossing the Rappahannock 468. Thomas J. ‘Stonewall’ Jackson. Rare Civil War–dated ALS signed “T. J.

Jackson, Lt Genl,” one page, lightly-lined, 4.5 x 7.75, March 14, 1863. Letter to Brigadier General Robert H. Chilton. In full: “Please have two of Anderson’s Brigades moved up to the U. S. ford as soon as the roads will permit. And have such disposition made of them as will be best calculated to prevent the enemy from crossing the Rappahannock. I hope to move my Hd. Qrs near you on next Monday.” A tiny tear to the left edge repaired with tape to reverse and a few creases, otherwise fine condition.

Jackson did indeed relocate his headquarters just after sending this letter, shifting from Moss Neck to Hamilton’s Crossing near Fredericksburg. The directives outlined here set the stage for the Battle of Chancellorsville, which would take place the following month. By moving two of Anderson’s brigades to guard the ford, Jackson hoped to prevent Joseph Hooker’s Union Army of the Potomoc from crossing the Rappahannock River. At the end of April, however, the federal troops managed to cross Rapidan, a tributary of the Rappahannock, into Confederate territory at the end of April. Anderson was dispatched to Chancellorsville to intervene, where he was was joined by the two brigades that Jackson had sent to guard the United States Ford in this letter. On May 1, the armies clashed in what would become one of the bloodiest battles of the war. The following day, Jackson would lead his Second Corps of 28,000 men to attack the Union right flank, catching them by surprise; it was a Pyrrhic victory, however, as Jackson was mistakenly shot by his own men and died of complications a week later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Under the instruction of President Washington, Knox seeks help from Josiah Bartlett to end the Citizen Genet Affair 469. Henry Knox. LS signed “H. Knox, Sec’y of War,” one page, 7.5 x 11.75,

August 16, 1793. Letter to the governor of New Hampshire, Josiah Bartlett. In part: “The President of the United States has instructed me to request your Excellency that in case any of the Privateers specified in my letters of this day should bring or send any prizes into any harbour or port of the State of New Hampshire that you will please to cause such prizes to be restored to the persons who were Masters or Owners at the time of their being captured.” Matted and framed with an unsigned engraving of Knox to an overall size of 20 x 17. In fine condition, with light edge toning. This historically important letter alludes to the Citizen Genet Affair, in which the French ambassador Charles Genet began to issue privateering commissions to Americans, allowing them to seize British merchant ships and their cargo for personal profit under the approval and protection of the French government. These were then brought to American ports and refitted as French ships used to attack the British. This violated President George Washington’s wish to remain neutral between all international parties, thus this request issued to governors of the coastal states to return any prizes brought back by privateers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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470. Arthur MacArthur. US Army

general (1845– 1912), who served as governor-general of the Philippines, and was the father of General Douglas MacArthur. Ink signature, “Arthur MacArthur, Major General, U. S. V., Manila, Luzan, Sept. 1, 1900,” on an offwhite 3.5 x 2.5 card. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

473. Helmut von Moltke. Scarce

2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Moltke in uniform, signed on the mount in black ink. Published by F. Jarmath and Son of Berlin. A notation on the reverse in the hand of the original recipient reads: “I sent this Carte to Gen. von Moltke at Versailles by Post, on Nov. 5, 1870, and received it back (signed) Nov. 15, 1870.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Spectacular oversized image of the renowned WWII general

474. Napoleonic Marshals.

Nine bold ink signatures of Napoleon’s marshals on individual slips, including: Gouvion, Ney, MacDonald, Marmont, Murat, Oudinot, Soult, Jourdan, and Moncey. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

471. Douglas MacArthur. Impressive

matte-finish 10 x 13.25 full-length photo of MacArthur in uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Ed McGinnis, with best wishes, Douglas MacArthur.”

The name of the photographer, Weldon S. Burnham of Hollywood, is printed in the lower left. Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 19.75. In fine condition, with a small surface crease passing through a portion of the inscription. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

475. Chester Nimitz. Mattefinish 4 x 5 photo, signed in fountain pen, “C. W. Nimitz.” In fine condition, with mild rippling to edges and a couple light surface impressions.

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

“I felt the interests of our beloved country were at stake” 472. Douglas MacArthur. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 9.75, personal letterhead, February 17, 1956. Letter to Frederic R. Wood. In full: “I appreciate deeply your generous approval of my remarks in Life. I made them with reluctance and only because I felt the interests of our beloved country were at stake.” Nicely double-matted and framed with a photo of MacArthur to an overall size of 21 x 17.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Five years after President Truman controversially relieved MacArthur of his duties in 1951, their feud was renewed when Life published Truman’s memoirs in a series of articles. He was blunt in his comments on MacArthur, openly charging that he had been guilty of insubordination, to which the general angrily responded in a long essay published by Life on February 13, 1956. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Personal archive of the intrepid Flying Fortress pilot, Morgan of the Memphis Belle—with orders after Pearl Harbor and a watch presented for valor

476. Robert Morgan. Col. Robert K. Morgan’s personal World War II

military records as Command Pilot of the ‘Memphis Belle’ over Europe and ‘Dauntless Dotty’ over Japan. Collection consists of approximately 135 documents, letters, and other papers (sixteen of which are signed

by Morgan), housed in a three-ring binder. Included are: A Bulova watch, gilt stamped “Canada” and “Genuine Lizard” on watchband. Engraved on reverse: “For Valor / Capt. Robert K. Morgan / Pilot of the / ‘Memphis Belle’ / July 1943 / A Tribute From / Arde Bulova.”

A TLS signed “Ira C. Eaker” as Major General to Major Morgan, August 10, 1943, commending him: “you and your boys are carrying out perfectly the mission we charged you with and creating the most favorable impression.”

Fifty-five monthly sheets, each titled “Individual Flight Record,” of Robert K. Morgan from May 1941 (as Army Aviation Cadet) to September 1945 (Lieutenant Colonel). Dates of each month’s flights on aircraft piloted by Morgan—including “Memphis Belle” (B-17F) and “Dauntless Dotty” (B-29)—are listed. Mission dates do not include site of mission.

‘Memphis Belle’ dates include: 1942 November 7 (Brest, Brittany); De-

cember 6 (Lille, France); 1943 February 14 (Hamm, Germany); March 22 (Wilhelmshaven, Germany); April 17 (Bremen, Germany); and fifteen others over enemy occupied Continental Europe. Morgan has noted that the May 17, 1943, mission was the “Last Raid” of ‘Memphis Belle.’

Also included are: his personnel orders dated December 12, 1941, five days after Pearl Harbor, notifying him that he and others listed “are rated PILOTS effective this date”; names of soldiers Missing In Action and names and addresses of next of kin; a US Treasury check to Robert K. Morgan for 33¢, May 15, 1941, never cashed; Flying Qualifications certifications; Certificates of Proficiency; printed presidential military promotions; Personnel, General, and Special Orders; Home Addresses of Combat Crew Members and Air Echelon Officers; Physical Examination for Flying; names and addresses of next of kin of officers and enlisted men of the 869th Bombardment Squadron; seven carbons of Lt. Col. Morgan‘s April 24, 1945, orders to return “to the continental U.S.”; two April 26, 1945, Base Clearance Sheets, each signed by Morgan and eight other officers; five blank sheets of “United States Army Air Forces” letterhead, and a copy of the Warner Bros. script for the film Memphis Belle. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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One-of-a-kind page from the young cadet’s Michie’s Mechanics textbook

477. George S. Patton. Title page from the book Notes to Accompany Michies Mechanics, 5.5 x 9, signed with an ownership signature in black ink, “George Patton, Cadet USMA, Aug 19, 1907.” Patton has written numerous mathematical notations and equations in pencil on the reverse, most apparently related to calculating tension. A diagonal crease to the right side, a few insignificant edge tears, and some trivial staining to edges, otherwise fine condition.

Patton spent his entire life, ever since childhood, dreaming of becoming a heroic Army officer—he had an intense drive for success and affinity for the military, and found academics to be the only obstacle in his path. He entered West Point in 1904 and was uncertain if his academic abilities would be outmatched by his courses—after struggling to stay afloat throughout his entire first year, he failed his final exam in mathematics and was expelled from the academy, but immediately permitted to re-enter with the following class and repeat his ‘plebe’ year. After this hiccup, Patton had a reasonably successful career in the classroom and graduated from the academy ranked 46 out of 103. This page from his Michie’s Mechanics textbook is a remarkable piece from his studies—not only is it an exceptionally early autograph from his days as a cadet at West Point, but also it demonstrates his mastery of the complex mathematical concepts that had once nearly crushed his military dreams. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Saladin: Price of Chivalry originating from Patton’s library and signed three times 478. George S. Patton. Signed book: Saladin: Price of Chivalry. First edition. NY: Charles J. Rosebault, 1930. Hardcover, 6 x 8.5, 305 pages.

Signed on the half-title page, “G. S. Patton, Jr., May 5 ‘30.” Also signed on the front cover, “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” and on the spine “Patton.” Autographic condition: very good, with signature on the spine faded and lightly stained, some mild toning to half-title page, and cover and opening pages toned and dampstained from a fire in the Patton house. Book condition: G+/None, in VG+ custom-made case. No other military leader wrote so frequently in his letters or diary what he was reading, and no leader’s library was so well documented since Napoleon’s. Patton’s library, which was almost entirely inherited by his son, Major General George Patton III, was given to West Point, with just a small portion of books, including this one, inherited by other descendants or friends. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Sent just 19 days before D-Day 479. George S. Patton. World War II–dated mailing envelope, 8.75 x 3.75, addressed in type to “Miss Mary Jane Krieger, 204 Pine Street, Harrisburg, Penna., U. S. A.,” bearing a censorship signature to the upper left, “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” postmarked May 18, 1944. Scattered creases, with a heavier diagonal crease to the left side, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a color copy of the letter transmitted in this envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Two days before Hiroshima 480. George S. Patton. World War II–dated TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, Third United States Army letterhead, July 25, 1945. Brief response to an admirer just five months before his tragic death. In full: “The signature to this letter is the autograph you requested.”

In fine condition, with mild wrinkles to left side. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“These damned old fossils have no interest in what happens and you can’t learn from them” 481. George S. Patton. Lengthy ALS signed “George S. Patton, Jr.,” eight pages on two sets of two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 6.75, February 13, 1910. Letter to his father. In part (with grammar and spelling retained): “I finally succeeded in finding the Bannings though only after much difficulty. First I went to the Annex and found that it was full and had been for days and that no one was there. I tried the auditorium with the same result then the La Salle but nothing could I find. I then learned the names of all the stations from which trains left for St. Paul and started visiting each and examining the reservations at the second I tried I found five for Banning on the 6:30 so I waited and made friends with the agent and learned from him that No. 2 Santa Fe was late and would not get in until about 6:30 which as the stations are a mile apartment that they would be late…We probably will not leave here until then except for a short time in June for the military tournament in Chicago this is hellish for my plans in just rocks hell out of them. So that I am contemplating a different course, namely to get married in March or April…These damned old fossils have no interest in what happens and you can’t learn from them what actually will occur nor who will go where still I will try to learn something somehow.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“In remembrance of the services of the British and American armies that fought side by side in the World War, for the preservation of civilization”

482. John J. Pershing. Extraordinary AQS on an off-white 10 x 7 card, signed “John J. Pershing, 1934.” A great sentiment penned “For Madame Constance Llewetyn Howell’s Memorial Book.” In full: “In remembrance of the services of the British and American armies that fought side by side in the World War, for the preservation of civilization.” In very fine condition. A great, one-of-a-kind quote by the WWI commander. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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483. John Pope.

Kentucky-born Union general (1822–1892) remembered for his defeat at the Second Battle of Bull Run. ALS signed “Jno. Pope,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, no date.

Letter to Colonel E. S. Otis. In full: “Mrs. Pope and I will be very glad if you will dine with us tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at 3 1/2 o’c to meet Gen’l Sherman.”

In fine condition, with a light block of toning over the letter from previous display. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait of Pope bearing a pre-printed signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A Philadelphia caretaker rents slaves to Benedict Arnold, and possibly two Declaration signers, during the Revolutionary War

484. Revolutionary War. Remarkable clearly penned Revolutionary War–era journal kept by Miss Faney Clifton of Philadelphia, 14 loose pages, 4.25 x 6.25, dated 1778–1781. Faney Clifton was a Philadelphia slave owner who hired out her slaves and provided other services to congressional delegates, American generals (including Benedict Arnold), foreign agents, and prominent Philadelphia residents during the American Revolution. In overall fine condition, with scattered light toning, as well as some edge wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Massachusetts comes together to supply beef to their “brethren who are now hazarding their lives for our defence,” at the request of George Washington 485. Revolutionary War. Printed act for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, four pages, 7.5 x 12.75, June 22, 1781. An order to Massachusetts towns to supply beef for the Army as urgently requested

by General Washington. In part: “Whereas the supplies of beef hitherto made by the several towns and plantations in this Commonwealth, for the purpose of [furnishing our army] with that [article], are found to be insufficient; and without a further punctual and adequate supply, our brethren who are now hazarding their lives for our defence, must soon be obliged to quit the field, and leave the country to the merciless ravages of our enemies. And whereas the Commander in Chief of the army hath represented, in the most pressing terms, the necessity of an immediate supply of provisions, to enable him to carry on the operations of the present campaign with vigour, and, by the blessing of Heaven, with success.” The House of Representatives then resolved, and the Senate concurred, “That the inhabitants of the several towns and plantations in this Commonwealth be, and are hereby required, to furnish the quantity of live beef, including hides and tallow, set to such towns and plantations respectively, as is in the schedule hereunto annexed.” It goes on to list towns and quantities of beef to be provided. John Hancock’s name is also printed at the conclusion as the governor’s approval. This particular circular was sent to Wilmington, as indicated in the upper left margin of the first page. In very good condition, with a few repaired separations to folds, small edge tears, and a mounting strip to the edge of the last page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I went to the house in the Chandiri Chonk at Delhi ‘disguised as a Hindu’”

486. Frederick Roberts. Highly decorated British

field marshal (1832–1914) best known for leading the British victory during the Second Boer War. ALS signed “Fred. Roberts,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, February 23, 1891. Letter to Sir Edwin Arnold.

In full: “During my recent travels a friend drew my attention to the remark at page 175 of ‘India Revisited,’ in which it is stated that I went to the house in the Chandiri Chonk at Delhi ‘disguised as a Hindu’—and that the house is near Manikchund’s shop. I do not know how such a mistake could have occurred. I wore my uniform such as it was, and the house is within a few yards of the Lahore Gate, whereas Manikchund’s shop is, as I daresay can remember, not far from the Palace end of the Chandiri Chonk. Should you bring out another edition of ‘India Revisited,’ perhaps you would kindly have the mistake rectified. I see you have been spending some time in Japan—is there any chance of your paying India another visit?” An ANS penned by Arnold on the reverse directs his editors to rectify the error. In fine condition, with a couple light spots of toning and mounting remnants below Arnold’s note. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

487. Joseph Shelby. Confederate Cavalry officer (1830–1897), who refused to surrender when the Confederacy collapsed and led part of his force to Mexico where they unsuccessfully offered their services to either side. Bank check, 7.75 x 3, filled out and signed by Shelby, “Jo. O. Shelby,” payable to Cave J. Kirtley for $3,000, January 31, 1859. In fine condition, with cancellation notations affecting the first few letters of his signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

488. Philip H. Sheridan. Desirable

twice-signed bank check, 6.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Sheridan, “P. H. Sheridan,” payable to himself for $50, October 12, 1878.

Nicely double-matted and framed with a full-length engraved portrait of the general in uniform to an overall size of 12.5 x 17. In fine condition, with insignificant cancellation cuts passing through the payee, slight show-through from docketing to reverse, and a bit of brushing to the end of one signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 136 | May 14, 2014 | MILITARY

489. William T. Sherman. ALS signed “W.

T. Sherman, General,” one page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 7.5, Headquarters Army of the United States letterhead, November 1, 1872. Letter to E. S. Stewart. In full: “I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of your letter of October 31, and to express my interest in the object in which you are engaged. I trust you will experience entire success.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Magnificent engraved portrait of the Union hero 490. William T. Sherman.

Detailed engraving based on a Sarony portrait of Sherman, 6.5 x 9.5, signed in the lower border in black ink, “W. T. Sherman, General, 1888.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition. An outstanding example of this rarely seen format. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

491. Arthur S t . C l a i r.

American soldier and politician (17371818) 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. Rare ALS signed “Ar S. Clair,” one page, 7.5 x 7.5, no date.

Letter to Crosly Nevill. In full: “I have enclosed another note, perfect I believe now. I wish I could go and thank you for your kindness…but I have been seized by…rhumatism in one of my knees last night and cannot walk a step today.” Letter is affixed to an identical size sheet.

In very good condition, with a few light pencil remnants, scattered soiling, and a few repaired small separations and areas of paper loss.

St. Clair is quite rare in autograph material, with this being the first handwritten letter we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Early 1936 document from the Valkyrie conspirator’s time at the Hannover Cavalry School 492. 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 certificate in which “the unmarried sergeant Eduard Krajewski” attests that since July 1, 1934, he has belonged to Squadron No. 1 and since that time has resided 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.

Although he studied modern weapons at the Kriegsakademie in Berlin-Moabit, successfully learning the newest advances in military technology, Stauffenberg remained passionate about the continued use of horses in modern warfare. As an adjutant in the Army Cavalry School in Hannover from 1935–36, where he signed this document, he both trained horses and rode his own in trials, beating several of the future (1936) Olympic champions in the army. As the previously celebrated cavalry divisions were pared down to only two standing regiments at the start of World War II, Stauffenberg joined them in the 1st Cavalry Brigade, which later became part of the German 1st Light Division under General Erich Hoepner. An exceedingly rare document from the noble German soldier who would lose his life less than a decade later—only the fourth Stauffenberg we have offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unique World War II Pacific Theater archive from a Brigadier General, including tactical Operation MIKE maps and a Japanese ‘good luck’ flag surrendered in the Philippines 494. World War II. Unusual and interesting collection of World War II material originating from the collection of Brigadier General Waldo Henry Fish of Rhode Island, highlighted by a captured Japanese good luck flag. The linen Japanese national flag, or hinomaru yosegaki, measures 32.5 x 28, with three rows of Japanese characters along the right border, most likely identifying the flag’s recipient, the date, and the organization that presented him the flag. Also included is a folder labeled “Secret,” and “Operation Mike One, US Artillery in Luzon,” with the name of Lt. Colonel J. S. Andersen printed along the bottom of the folder.

The folder contains a 27-page printed report on the operation, with the foreword stating it “is limited to those aspects of particular interest to gunners.” Also included are original maps which show enemy disposition installations; five maps of various areas of the Philippines done by the Corps of Engineers; Fish’s Retired Reserve certificate, and a 1944 news clipping from the Providence Journal. In very good condition, with uniform toning to flag, with areas of heavier staining, a few small holes, and areas of material loss to bottom portion of flag. A couple of the maps have repaired separations as well. Accompanied by a 2014 letter of provenance from the grandson of Fish, which reads, in part: “I…verify that the items in this collection were accrued by my grandfather, Brigadier General Waldo Henry Fish, while serving in the Pacific Theater during World War II… The Japanese flag that is included in the collection was surrendered directly to him by a Japanese soldier during his service in the Philippines.”The first in a planned series of American landings in the Philippines, Operation Mike One commenced on January 9, 1945, and was countered by a Japanese kamikaze attack which failed. An impressive collection from the ferocious fighting in the South West Pacific Theater. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Savage-looking bone-handled trench knife 495. World War I Trench Knife. Original World War I trench knife with triangular 8.75˝ spike blade, and an overall length of 14.5.˝ Known as the ‘Knuckle Duster’ with a D-shaped guard with triangular shaped ‘knuckles’ surrounding the handle. Manufactured by the American Cutlery Company in 1917, the underside of the guard is engraved “A.C.CO. U.S.A. 1917.” Knife also has a scarce bone grip (not the more common wooden grip) with what appear to be three Asian symbols cut into it. In fine condition, with expected tarnish and age wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Interesting knife from the Philippines

496. World War II Knife. Decorative knife with a 7.75˝ blade and an overall length of 12.75˝. Etched on to one side of the blade is “Philippines—1945.” Top of the wooden handle features a hand-carved bust of a soldier in uniform, with a chain running from the butt to the bolster. Knife comes with its brown leather hand-tooled sheath, with a metal throat and chape.

In fine condition, with expected tarnish and age wear.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

497. Sgt. Alvin C. York. Ameri-

can World War I hero (1887– 1964) who received the Medal of Honor for leading a successful charge on a German machinegun nest that resulted in 28 German deaths and the capture of 132 prisoners.

TLS, one page, 7.5 x 10, Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute letterhead, June 9, 1930. Short letter to an admirer. In full: “Please pardon my delay on acknowledging your letter and request under date of May 19, due to my absence from headquarters. I shall indeed be pleased to autograph book and return same to you very promptly.” Letter is affixed to an identical size sheet of cardstock. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and trimmed edges.

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

Scarce letter from the first Confederate general to be killed in action 498. Felix Z o l l i c o f f e r.

Confederate brigadier general (1812–1862) who was killed in action at the Battle of Mill Springs, making him the first Confederate general to die in the Western Theater. ALS signed “F. K. Zollicoffer,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, June 2, 1858. Letter to R. J. Meigs, Esquire, written while serving as a US Congressman from Tennessee. In part: “Knowing that it was not possible to procure action upon the proposition to give the franking privilege to State Libraries at this late day in the session, I have not attempted it. I will try it in the next – though, with the disposition manifested to abolish all franking privileges, I fear the effort will be fruitless.” Intersecting folds, some scattered toning, thin mounting strip along left edge, and a previous owner’s name in pencil on blank area of the reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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499. Pappy Boyington MB $200

503. Enola Gay

500. James H. Doolittle MB $200

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502. Enola Gay MB $200

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505. Enola Gay: Ferebee and Van Kirk

506. Enola Gay: Paul Tibbets

507. Iwo Jima: Charles W. Lindberg

508. Iwo Jima: Charles W. Lindberg

509. Iwo Jima: Charles W. Lindberg

510. Iwo Jima: Joe Rosenthal

511. Iwo Jima: Joe Rosenthal

512. Chester Nimitz and William F. Halsey

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504. Enola Gay

501. Enola Gay

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513. Chester Nimitz MB $200

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514. Paul Tibbetts and Charles Sweeney MB $200

aviation Exceptional book on the innovative autogiro signed by the famous aviatrix

515. Amelia Earhart. Signed book: Wings of Tomorrow by Juan de

la Cierva and Don Rose. First edition. NY: Brewer, Warren & Putnam, 1931. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 8.25, 300 pages. Beautifully signed on a free end page in fountain pen, “Amelia Earhart.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG-. In 1931, Earhart made a transcontinental autogiro tour sponsored by the Beech-Nut Packing Company, who purchased the aircraft especially for her, to promote their chewing gum; she was the first woman to fly the gyroplane. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A befitting relic from what the New York Times called the ‘giant silver liner of the sky’

516. Hindenburg. Swatch of the silver canvas covering of the German airship Hindenburg recovered from the wreckage, 4 x 2.5, lightly labeled on the silver side, “Hindenburg, Exploded and Burned May 6, 1937.” In fine condition, with some foxing to reverse. Previously sold at Bonhams, 2008. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

517. Samuel P. Langley. Astronomer and physicist (1834–1906) and the third Secretary of the Smithsonian Institute. Two TLSs, both signed “S. P. Langley,” both two pages on two adjoining sheets, Smithsonian Institute letterhead, dated 1894 and 1901, both to Otho Michaelis. The 1894 letter reads, in part: “I have been out to Cambridge, where I saw Frank. He looks very well and happy. We had a long talk, without getting quite to a financial decision, but I have told him that I think George is such a good brother, that he ought to look to his opinion, rather than to mine.” In fine condition, with uniform toning to one letter. Accompanied by one of the original mailing envelopes.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Emphatically requesting “air mail” after an address mixup 518. Charles Lindbergh. ALS

signed “C. A. L.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, December 23, 1960.

Letter to Mrs. Sanders. In part: “Several letters—I believe three in all—addressed to Geneva were forwarded to my uncle…by mistake, by last mail.

Could you please be on the watch for them, and send them to me…by air mail. But there is no need for you to make extra trips to watch for them, they aren’t that important…The envelopes forwarded from Geneva are addressed to C. H. Lind.” In fine condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds.

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

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Harris and Ewing’s magnificent exclusive oversized portrait of Lindbergh after his 1927 transatlantic flight 519. Charles Lindbergh. Superb oversized vintage matte-finish 8.5 x 12 copyrighted Harris and Ewing portrait of Lindbergh after his successful transatlantic flight, signed in the lower right in fountain pen, “C. A. Lindbergh.” Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 17.5.

In very good to fine condition, with an edge tear to the left of his head, a small stain to right edge, and subtle silvering to dark areas of the image. Accompanied by a smaller, very rare unsigned period example of the same portrait, and an additional framed copyrighted Harris and Ewing photo of the Spirit of St. Louis arriving by barge back in New York City from Paris. Lindbergh’s flight was inspired by a $25,000 prize offered by hotel owner Raymond Orteig for the first aviator to fly nonstop from New York to Paris—by 1927 it had still not been claimed, prompting Lindbergh’s successful attempt in his Spirit of St. Louis. This magnificent photograph was the very first posed portrait of ‘Lucky Lindy’ taken after his return to the United States, showing the trailblazing pilot gazing boldly into the camera, the archetypal ‘conquering hero’ personified. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

520. Orville Wright. Bank check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, “Orville Wright,” payable to Wilbur H. Wright for $50.93, February 28, 1947. Nicely double-matted and framed with an image to an overall size of 15 x 15.5. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and slight paper loss to the lower left corner. Wilbur H. Wright was Orville’s grand-nephew. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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space

521.

Scarce ‘Type 3’ insurance cover direct from the Aldrin family

Apollo 11. Apollo 11 ‘Type 3’ insurance cover with a cachet of the mission insignia, bearing a July 16, 1969, Kennedy Space Center cancellation, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. In very fine condition.

Accompanied by a printed informational sheet stating the cover comes from the Buzz Aldrin Family collection.

Produced and signed just prior to space missions in order to provide financial security for astronauts’ families in case of disaster, insurance covers are the ultimate space-related philatelic item, and one of the most sought-after formats for astronaut autographs. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Bolaffi-certified ‘Type 2’ cover

522. Apollo 11. Apollo 11 ‘Type 2’ DowUnicover insurance cover with a cachet honoring the three crew members and the first step on the moon, signed in blue felt tip

by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. Cover also bears a small pencil notation to lower right corner and along top edge, two 10-cent first man on the moon postage stamps, and a July 20, 1984, Kennedy Space Center postal cancellation on the flap. The stamp on the flap is the rare ‘10¢ Moon Landing, rose red omitted’ stamp (Scott C76a), from which the red flag stripes on the astronaut’s arm are missing, along with the light red dots over the yellow portions of the lunar module and the astronaut’s face plate. Only fifteen insurance covers bear this erroneous stamp, making it an especially desirable example. Also accompanied by its Apollo 11 mission profile card and a certificate of authenticity from Italian philatelist Alberto Bolaffi, certifying both the cover and the stamps. In very fine condition. Signed prior to launch in order to provide financial security for astronauts’ families, insurance covers are some of the most highly sought-after space collectibles, particularly from the first moon mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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523. Apollo 11. Complete block of 32 USPS 10-cent First Man on the Moon

stamps, 9 x 10, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong and in black felt tip by Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. Sheet bears several September 9, 1969, Washington, DC, postal cancellations and is affixed to a 9.5 x 12.5 off-white sheet. Moderate contrast to signatures, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

524. Apollo 11. A .5 x .5 swatch of Kapton foil removed from the Apollo 11 Command Module Co-

lumbia’s thermal protection subsystem, removed after splashdown by O. W. Nasse, who was assigned to the Apollo 11 post landing and safety recovery team. Piece is affixed to an 8.5 x 11 informational letter of authenticity from Ken Havekotte. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“From Kitty Hawk to Tranquility Base”—flown materials from a Wright Flier and the Apollo 11 command module 525. Apollo 11 and Wright Flier. Limited edition display entitled

‘From Kitty Hawk to Tranquility Base,’ containing a small flown swatch of material from the Wright Brothers’ 1911 Model B Flier and a small piece of Kapton foil from the Apollo 11 command module, numbered 64/75, and presented in a 3.5 x 2.75 Lucite display. Accompanied by certificates of authenticity from S. Andrew McCulley (Wright) and Ken Havekotte (Apollo). In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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Insurance cover from Worden’s personal collection 526. Apollo 15. Apollo 15 insurance cover, 6.5 x 3.5, with a cachet of the Apollo 15 mission insignia, and bearing a July 26, 1971, Kennedy Space Center postmark, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. Also signed inside the flap, “From my personal collection. Al Worden, Apollo 15 CMP,” and numbered “#445.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Worden which states, “I hereby certify that the commemorative postal cover number 445…was an Apollo 15 insurance cover. It has been in my possession since the flight in 1971.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

527. Apollo 16. Cue card used during training for the Apollo 16 mission. Card measures 5.75 x 4.75, is dated September 4, 1972, at the top, and is headed at the top, “CIRC Limits,” followed by several commands, with the lower portion listing three columns of “no go’s,” which would prevent the astronauts from continuing their mission. Among the potential problems are fire or smoke in the cabin, issues with the oxygen and hydrogen cryo tanks, and guidance and navigation problems. Card has two crossed out lines done by one of the trainees. Reverse has three small swatches of Velcro affixed and is labeled in the upper right, “CMS28.” In fine condition, with expected light wear and light blocks of toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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528. Apollo 16. Irregularly-shaped four-sided cue card used during training for the Apollo 16 mission. Card measures 5.5 x 3.5,

is dated December 13, 1971, and is headed at the top, “SPS Burn Rules,” followed by several commands relating to the Service Propulsion System, with the lower portion listing procedures for “early shutdown,” and “no shutdown.” Card has one small line of notations done by one of the trainees. Reverse has three small swatches of Velcro affixed and is labeled in the upper right, “QTRS15.”

In fine condition, with expected light wear and a couple light blocks of toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beta cloth mission patch collection, including all the Apollo manned missions, and a huge Apollo 11 patch 529. Apollo Beta Cloths. Collection of 18 Beta cloth swatches, ranging in size from 5.5 x 5.75 up to 12.25 x 12.75, all with printed color mission emblems or logos. The largest patch bears a 10˝ diameter Apollo 11 mission emblem. Other patches are of Apollo 7 through 17, Apollo-Soyuz, Skylabs 1-3, an American flag, and a NASA ‘meatball’ logo. In fine condition. All the cloths were originally obtained by a former Corning employee.

Large collections such as this, with such bright and vivid emblems, are seldom encountered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Nicely preserved complete set of 1966 Apollo training manuals 530. Apollo Training Manuals. Uncommon complete set of six brad-

bound 1966 NASA Apollo training manuals, each 8.5 x 5.5, various lengths.

These early manuals were originally provided to the Director of Flight Sciences at North American Aviation. The department was responsible for the aerodynamics, reentry heating, and trajectory mechanics of NAA’s Apollo proposal.

Manuals included are: Apollo Spacecraft and Systems Familiarization, Guidance and Navigation Subsystems, Structures and Mechanical Subsystems, Environmental Control Subsystem Study Guide, Electrical Power System Study Guide, and Crew Equipment Study Guide. In very fine condition. By 1966, the Apollo design was well underway. These manuals show the actual specifications, design details, and some photos of the equipment as it then existed. While single manuals come to auction occasionally, and usually in well-used condition, complete sets are seldom offered, especially in this excellent of condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Recording of the Apollo 11 mission signed in person

532. Neil Armstrong. Highly desirable uninscribed color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed in blue felt tip. Light central vertical bend, a few other vertical bends to the lower left background, none affecting the signature, and a few spots near top edge, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

533. Neil Armstrong. We Came in Peace for All Mankind album signed in person on the front cover in black felt tip by Armstrong. In fine condition, with a punch hole to top right corner, mild album impressions to front cover, and some slight surface wear. The record is not included. Signature was acquired at a Make-A-Wish charity golf event circa 1992. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A very uncommon format with great lunar association. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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534. Neil Armstrong. The

Retrospect yearbook, dating from Armstrong’s senior year at Blume High School in Wapakoneta, Ohio, in 1947, hardcover, 8 x 11, 88 pages.

Armstrong’s senior portrait is at the top of page 12; he has signed in ink under his activities, “Neil Armstrong.” Among the activities he participated in during his three years at school are “Band (2,3,4), Vice-President 4,” and “Student Council 3,4.”

Armstrong is pictured an additional six times in the yearbook, twice in the band (once with the other officers), twice for Student Council (once with the other officers), and twice with the Senior Hi–Y, whose information reads, in part: “Clean Living– self-discipline in everyday life, Clean Speech–decency in conversation, Clean Scholarship–honesty in school, Clean Sportmanship–fairness in athletics.” In fine condition, with light soiling to covers. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Armstrong’s dedication to such creeds as those endorsed by the Senior Hi–Y, including “clean living,” “self-discipline,” and “decency,” would go on to serve him well in life—especially in the Apollo 11 moon landing and the demands of a post-NASA life as a living legend. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Charter airline navigational chart signed on board by the first man on the moon

535. Neil Armstrong. Folded instrument navigation chart, 5 x 8.5, which opens to a size of 34.75 x 16.75, entitled “United States Low Altitude Enroute Charts…Effective Jan 24-80,” carried on board a corporate flight carrying Armstrong from Chicago to West Palm Beach, signed on the front in blue ballpoint by Armstrong. Signature was acquired by the plane’s first officer Michael Wright and is accompanied by a typed statement of authenticity which reads, in part: “I served as First Officer of a corporate aviation flight conducted by Beckett Aviation of Cleveland, Ohio…The Chief Executive Officer of White Motor was ‘Bunkie’ Knudsen. He invited Mr. and Mrs. Neil Armstrong to be his guests on a flight that originated at Cleveland, proceeded to Pontiac, Michigan and Chicago O’Hare before terminating in West Palm Beach, Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong boarded the aircraft at Chicago O’Hare…Our crew scheduler / dispatcher, Greg Nemetz asked that I obtain Neil Armstrong’s autograph for him. The only paper immediately available in the cockpit was an instrument navigation chart and that is what Mr. Armstrong signed.” Also included is a photocopy of Wright’s logbook page for the flight, which notes picking up Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong. In fine condition, with expected light handling wear. A unique aviation-related item with superb provenance.

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“The study of the exploration of space is a fascinating subject”

Unique Armstrong USS Hornet recovery cover

536. Neil Armstrong. TLS,

one page, 8.5 x , personal letterhead, December 1, 1988.

Letter to Ms. Hester’s middle school class. In part: “I am very pleased to learn of your interest in the space program…

The study of the exploration of space is a fascinating subject.

I hope that you will continue to learn more about it.” A small stain to the upper portion and two sets of staple holes to the top, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

537. Neil Armstrong. Possibly one-of-a-kind

Apollo 11 prime recovery ship commemorative cover, on a 5.5 x 3.25 card, bearing a stamped cachet honoring the naval recovery, with the Astronaut Rescue Treaty printed on the reverse, signed on the front in black ink by Armstrong. In fine condition, with a light block of toning under portion of Armstrong’s signature (most likely from a previous address label), and a small pencil notation along bottom edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Large and extraordinary collection of cosmonauts with over 50 autographs

539. Cosmonauts. Amazing collection of 25 Kniga covers and 19 postcards,

each signed by a cosmonaut. Kniga covers include: Yuri Gagarin; Gherman Titov; Valery Bykovsky; Andriyan Nikolayev; Pavel Popovich; Valentina Tereshkova; Pavel Belyayev and Alexey Leonov; Vladimir Komarov, Konstantin Feoktistov, and Boris Yegorov; Georgy Beregovoy; Vladimir Shatalov and Aleksei Yeliseyev; Vladimir Shatalov, Boris Volynov, Aleksei Yeliseyev, and Yevgeny Khrunov; Georgy Shonin and Valeri Kubasov; Anatoly Filipchenko, Vladislav Volkov, and Viktor Gorbatko; Vasili Lazarev and Oleg Makarov; Pyotr Klimuk and Valentin Lebedev; Pavel Popovich and Yuri Artyukhin; Gennadi Sarafanov and Lev Dyomin; Aleksei Gubarev and Georgi Grechko; Pyotr Klimuk and Vitaly Sevastyanov; Anatoly Filipchenko and Nikolay Rukavishnikov; Viktor Gorbatko and Yuri Glazkov; Andriyan Nikolayev and Vitaly Sevastyanov; Boris Volynov and Vitaly Zholobov; Vyacheslav Zudov and Valery Rozhdestvensky; and Alexey Leonov and Valeri Kubasov. Signed postcards include: Aleksei Yeliseyev; Valeri Kubasov; Viktor Gorbatko; Vladislav Volkov; Nikolay Rukavishnikov; Georgy Beregovoy; Vladimir Shatalov; Aleksei Yeliseyev; Boris Volynov; Yevgeny Khrunov; Alexey Leonov; Vladimir Shatalov; Georgy Shonin; Andriyan Nikolayev; Vitaly Sevastyanov; Valery Bykovsky; Konstantin Feoktistov; Valentina Tereshkova; and Boris Yegorov. In overall fine to very fine condition. An incredible instant collection of rarely seen items. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) www.RRAuction.com | 149

540. Charlie Duke. A 9 x 9

swatch of Beta cloth bearing a pre-printed 3.5˝ diameter Apollo 16 mission emblem, signed in black ink, “The voyage of a lifetime, Charlie Duke.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

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541. Liberty Bell 7. A limited edition presentation containing a 1.5˝ long segment of film from Liberty Bell 7’s pilot observation camera, recovered from the Atlantic Ocean on July 20, 1999, from a depth of 16,043 feet. Strip is housed in a triangular acrylic display, numbered 127/1000, with an image of the space craft and Gus Grissom, and two explanatory plaques on the reverse, stating that the film contained the only in-flight images of Grissom and the harrowing moments after splashdown, and was issued in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of Grissom’s flight by the Kansas Cosmosphere. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Particles from the Martian surface

542. Mars. Particles from the Zagami Martian meteorite, totaling

1/10 carat, presented in a clear glass vial suspended in a 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 acrylic cube. In fine condition. Accompanied by a booklet entitled Mars: Owner’s Manual. The Zagami meteorite, weighing 40 pounds, plummeted to earth on October 3, 1962, landing in Nigeria. In 1995, testing revealed that pockets of gas trapped within the meteorite matched the composition of the Martian atmosphere, proving that it originated from Mars. These types of meteorites are supremely rare—of over 61,000 meteorites that have been found on Earth, 132 have been identified as Martian. A superb interplanetary collectible.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare and immaculate uncanceled check from the first teacher in space, just days before her tragic mission

543. Christa McAuliffe. Uncancelled personal check, 6 x

2.75, filled out and signed by McAuliffe, “S. Christa McAuliffe,” payable to Cape Kennedy Medals for $134.50, January 25, 1986. In very fine condition. Cape Kennedy Medals was a Cocoa Beach, Florida, company that manufactured mission patches, medallions, pins, and other related souvenirs and memorabilia for shuttle crews. The Challenger crew ordered such mementos for their upcoming mission while in quarantine at crew quarters before their flight, with McAuliffe’s check dated just three days before the launch. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 150 | May 14, 2014 | SPACE

544. Mercury 7. Signed book: The Astronauts: Pioneers in Space. First edition. NY: Golden Press, 1961. Hardcover, 7.5 x 10.25, 92 pages.

Signed inside in ink and ballpoint on the full page image of the astronauts posing with one of their capsules, “Walter M. Schirra, Jr.,” “John H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Donald K. Slayton,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” “M. Scott Carpenter,” and “Leroy G. Cooper, Jr.,” and notated at the top in an unknown hand, “July 27, 1961, Bellerive CC,” and also signed and inscribed on the adjacent page by Donn Eisele. Autographic condition: fine, with a bit of light toning along right edge of page. Book condition: VG-/None. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy candid photo of a Redstone rocket from June of 1962. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Checkmate photo from a cosmonaut chess match

545. Soyuz 9. Glossy 3.25 x 5.25 photo of a chess board at

move number 53, the winning move of Touv Chian Bvi, titled in Russian along the bottom, “Checkmate in 2 moves,” signed in brown felt tip by cosmonauts [Andrian Grigoryevich] Nikolayev and [Vitaly I.] Sevastyanov, with one adding (translated), “On board the space ship Soyuz 9,” and “June 10, 1970.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 9.5 x 12.75. In fine condition, with a couple of creases to the irregular bottom edge. The commander’s log book notes a game of chess was played with ground control during orbit number 144, and this photo may well be from part of that game. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Large flown Apollo PPK later used and certified by the beloved padleader 546. Guenter Wendt. Astronaut’s PPK flown aboard an Apollo mission. Velcro-closing bag measures 8 x 9.5, has “G. Wendt,” written on the top flap, and is signed in black felt tip, “Flown on an Apollo mission and later used by me in the White Room as equipment pouch. Guenter I. Wendt Padleader.” In fine condition, with expected handling wear and scattered soiling. Accompanied by a photocopy of a certificate of authenticity from Wendt stating, “This PPK (Pilots[sic] Preference Kit) is from my collection. It was flown on one mission, but which one and on what flight I do not remember. G. Wendt Padleader.” Also included is a photocopy of a photo of Jack Lousma getting suited up for his flight, on which Wendt had drawn an arrow to the cloth pouch on the suit, writing, “See PPK. G. Wendt. Padleader.” Started during the Gemini program, the Apollo missions continued the tradition of the crew carrying a small amount of personal items into space. Carefully cataloged and weighed, these bags carried a variety of mementos including flags, currency, and various medals. Such large flown examples are seldom offered. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

America’s first spacewalker to the legendary southpaw, Warren Spahn: “You have done so much to make baseball good” 547. Edward H. White II. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph, signed and inscribed in black ink to baseball Hall of Famer Warren Spahn, “To Warren—I certainly enjoyed meeting you. You have done so much to make baseball good. Edward H. White II, GT-4.” In fine condition. Photo originates from the personal collection of Hall of Fame pitcher Warren Spahn, and is accompanied by a letter of provenance from Spahn’s son.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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549. Buzz Aldrin

550. Buzz Aldrin

551. Buzz Aldrin

552. Buzz Aldrin

553. Buzz Aldrin

554. ALT Crews

555. Apollo 8

556. Apollo 10

557. Apollo 12

558. Apollo 13 Mission Control

559. Apollo 14 MB $200

560. Apollo LM Transparencies

562. Alan Bean

563. Scott Carpenter

564. Scott Carpenter

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561. Alan Bean MB $200

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565. Gene Cernan

566. Michael Collins

567. Michael Collins

568. Charles Conrad

569. Gordon Cooper

570. Gordon Cooper

571. Gordon Cooper

572. Walt Cunningham

573. Gemini 12 MB $200

574. John Glenn and Scott Carpenter

575. Richard Gordon

576. Fred Haise

577. Jim Irwin

578. Jim Irwin

579. James Lovell

580. James Lovell

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581. James Lovell

582. Mercury Astronauts

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583. Mercury Astronauts

584. Edgar Mitchell

587. Wally Schirra

588. Wally Schirra

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585. Moonwalkers

586. Sally Ride

589. Rusty Schweickart

590. Alan Shepard

591. Space Shuttles

592. Tom Stafford

593. Tom Stafford

594. Tom Stafford

595. Jack Swigert

596. Guenter Wendt

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art 597. Ansel Adams. Serene 6 x 4.25 postcard photo entitled ‘Forest, Floor of Yosemite,’ signed on the reverse in black felt tip, “Ansel Adams 1-5-76,” beneath a typed inscription. In fine condition, with a postmark and cancellation along top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

601. Ansel Adams. Collec-

598. Ansel Adams. Signed book: Yosemite and the Range of Light.

Later printing. Boston: New York Graphic Society, 1980. Hardcover with dust jacket, 15.25 x 12.25. Signed in black felt tip on a specially printed bookplate affixed to the first free end page. In fine condition, with some scattered light wear and a couple of trivial edge tears to dust jacket. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Landscape photos critiqued

by Adams: “Very delicate.

A bit vague in the small size.

Needs more ‘near-far’ effect” 599. Ansel Adams. Five TLSs, three signed “Ansel Adams,” one signed in type, and one unsigned, all one page, on his personal letterhead, circa 1968. All are to aspiring photographer Rednor Coombs.

One unsigned letter provides Adams’s feedback on photos sent to him for review. In part: “I have finally gotten around to spending time with your prints!…Some critical comment. [Forest] Very delicate. A bit vague in the small size. Needs more ‘near-far’ effect. [Sand and Water Ripples] I like this VERY much indeed! Cheers! [Clouds and Tree-tops] I would say this was a little depressed in value. Could it have been a hot day? High temperatures will soften the contrast of prints. Idea very good, however….[Trees and Clouds] It is necessary for you to think and ‘see’ in terms of the limitations of the medium.

[Grass, water, cloud-reflections] This is very beautiful!” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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tion of six items signed by Adams consisting of: a hardcover edition of Not Man Apart, signed by Adams and contributors David Brower and Steve Crouch; a 1982 program for a concert in honor of Adams’s 80th birthday, also signed by pianist Vladimir Ashkenazy; two one-page TLSs; an Academy of Natural Sciences Invitation for the presentation of the academy’s Gold Medal for Distinction to Adams; and a greeting card signed “A. A.” In very good to fine overall condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

605. Richard Avedon. Highly acclaimed

602. Ansel Adams.

Poster, 25.5 x 36, for a Boston exhibition entitled ‘Images 1923– 1974,’ signed in black felt tip. Rolled and in very good condition, with edge wear, faint marginal spotting, and scattered dings and small creases.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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603. Artists. Four ink signatures of modern artists on individual cards, including: Alexander Calder, Jacob Epstein, Oskar Kokoschka, and Victor Vasarely. Noticeable foxing to the Kokoschka card, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

American fashion and portrait photographer (1923–2004). Signed book: An Autobiography. First edition, later printing. NY: Random House. Hardcover with dust jacket, 11.25 x 14.25, 1993 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “For Bruce, with best wishes, R. Avedon 1993.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

606. John Bacon. British

sculptor (1777– 1859). ALS signed “J. Bacon,” one page, 7.25 x 9, June 11, 1841.

Letter to a friend written in Bacon’s difficult to decipher hand. In part: “Mr. L. Manning is here and says that you wish my order for proceeding at Newman…I think he is mistaken, still, as I do not ‘order’ will offer my anxious request their operations may be begun as soon as you possibly can.” Reverse of black-bordered second integral pages bear an address panel in Bacon’s hand. Letter is affixed by the left edge of second page to a 9.75 x 12 collector’s folder. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, pencil remnant to top edge, and scattered toning and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

604. John J. Audubon. Scarce ink signature,

“Yours most truly, John J. Audubon,” on an off-white 4.5 x 1.75 slip. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through the first letter of his last name). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The renowned Cubist’s whimsical still life 608. Georges Braque. Important French painter (1882–1963) who, along with Picasso, was one of the seminal figures in the development of Cubism.

Uncommon color 6 x 4 postcard of Braque’s painting entitled ‘Musical Score and Fruit,’ signed and inscribed at the bottom in fountain pen, “Pour Monsieur Lionel Aucoin, G. Braque, 1951.” In fine condition, with light wear to corners and two small mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by an unsigned portrait of the artist. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

609. British Painters.

Collection of five items signed by prominent 19th and 20th century British painters, including: Lawrence Alma-Tadema (ALS), Frederic Leighton (ALS), John Everett Millais (ALS), George Adolphus Storey (ALS), and Giorgio de Chirico (SP). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

611. Frederic E. Church. Artist (1826–1900) who was a central figure in the Hudson River School of American landscape painters. Ink signature, “Yours truly, Frederic E. Church, New York, Nov. 11th 1885,” on an off-white 4.5 x 7 sheet. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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610. Raymond Brossard. American artist (born 1915). TLS signed

“Ray,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.5 x 8.5, December 19, 1940. Letter to Donn Harmon. In part: “We are ensconced in San Miguel at last…AND! we couldn’t be more thrilled about our house— the front of which is above—a huge place with high ceilinged rooms, studio, living room (fireplace), bedroom…Its delightfully furnished with swedish style furniture…A house like it in New York would be a museum.” Brossard added a delightful watercolor painting of the house at the top of the page. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which Brossard also decorated with small watercolor paintings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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612. Henri-Edmond Cross. French painter and printmaker (1856–1910) most acclaimed as a master of Neo-Impressionism.

Original unsigned pencil sketch of two women in hats sitting in chairs as seen from behind on an off-white 6 x 5 sheet with an estate-stamped cross monogram in the lower right corner of the image. Matted to an overall size of 11 x 10. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The famous illustrator discusses “The Worship of Bacchus,” “Fairy Library,” and “Puss in Boots”

613. George Cruikshank. British caricaturist and illustrator (1792–1878) best known for his works satirizing contemporary politics and his

illustrations for the works of Charles Dickens. ALS signed “Geo. Cruikshank,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, October 15, 1863.

Letter to George Mills. In part: “We quite enjoy my picture of the ‘Worship of Bacchus’…what with ‘Saying the Ghosts’ and working on the ‘large plate of Mr. Bacchus,’ I really have not had an hour to call my own….As for my engagements I am preparing another Vo. of the ‘Fairy Library,’ ‘Puss in Boots’…and am also in the middle of my big plate.” Light irregular toning and mounting remnants to one page, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Cruikshank’s own hand, and also signed in the lower left, “Geo. Cruikshank.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Dubuffet discusses “ART BRUT” and a slew of French art critics 614. Jean Dubuffet. French painter and sculptor (1901–1985) known for his authentic

and humanistic approach. TLS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8.25, August 19, no year but circa 1940s. Letter to Jakovsky. In part (translated): “Paul Budry is in Paris. Your three articles themselves are well managed. I am very interested in this new article about me on which you are working, and very impatient to have knowledge. I received lots of new material for ART BRUT. I await the return of the holidays to talk to Gallimard with Paulhan, show all my files and arrange something specific and concrete with him. At least I think it will work well. Nobody in Paris at this time, it is true everyone is gone, no one has ever seen it. I wait for permission to move my car and also if I go get it. I work diligently on the paintings. I did not even make the image for postcards, but I think. Patience. Holiday.

Good friendships.” Central horizontal fold passing through the signature and uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. Between July 1945 and August 1947, Dubuffet drew and painted about twenty-eight portraits of Jean Paulhan, who was the longtime editor of La nouvelle revue française—a literary magazine that had been founded by publisher Gaston Gallimard. Paul Budry was also a reputable art critic of the time. Also notable is Dubuffet’s mention of ‘art brut,’ a term which he coined to refer to the ‘outsider art’ that he collected and popularized. The recipient of the letter, Anatole Jakovsky, was also a critic and collector who established a museum in Nice for ‘naive art.’ A fantastic letter rife with artistic associations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exquisite original etching of the Port of Marseille

615. Edward S. Curtis. Photog-

rapher (1868–1952) known for his photos of the American West and stylized portraits of Native Americans. Matte-finish 2 x 4 head-andshoulders photo of a well-dressed gentleman affixed to its original 5 x 9 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Curtis.” The mount also bears an inscription below the photographer’s signature, presumably penned by the subject. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

618. Raoul Dufy.

Thanking Van Vechten for his photos 616. Marcel Duchamp. French painter

(1887-1968) known for ‘Nude Descending a Staircase, No. 2.’ When this painting was exhibited at the Armory Show in New York City in 1913, it created an uproar and was the focal point for derogatory criticism of the show. ALS in French, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, December 23, 1958.

Letter to his photographer, Carl Van Vechten, thanking him for sending some photostats, which he notes are remarkably executed, and thanking him for sending them to George Hamilton. He also forwards a check and asks him to give his best wishes to Henri Marceau. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

617. Leonor Fini. Argentine surrealist painter (1907–1996).

ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.25, January 30. Untranslated letter to an acquaintance, In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and a mild shade of overall toning. RR Auction COA.…

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Original etching of a sailboat at the Port of Marseille, 9.75 x 12.75, enclosed within its original off-white presentation mat, signed on the mat in pencil, “Raoul Dufy,” and labeled, “Eau forte originale, Le port de Marseille.” Matted to an overall size of 13 x 19.

Etching and signature area in very fine condition; a ding and slight soiling to outer mat, otherwise fine condition. A highly desirable and aesthetically pleasing piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I never made a drawing of Walt Whitman. I wish I had.

I regard him as a humbug, a poser, a self advertiser” 619. A. B. Frost.

American artist and cartoonist (1851–1928) who illustrated, among other books, a number of works by Joel Chandler Harris and Lewis Carroll.

ALS signed “Arthur Burdett Frost,” one page, 8.25 x 11, October 31, 1920. Letter to Mrs. Haughton. In part: “I am sorry to say that I have no books here…I think I may be able to get Stuff and Nonsense, but the Bull Calf and Carlo are out of print. Doubleday, Page and Co. issued an edition of Carlo and then put it out of print. I received just $5.00 a drawing for my work, 100 drawings. None of my friends have seen the book. No, I never made a drawing of Walt Whitman. I wish I had.

I regard him as a humbug, a poser, a self advertiser.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Frost’s hand, with other pencil notations to both sides in another hand. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a pencil line to lower left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original art by one of the heroic ‘Monuments Men’ killed in action

621. Walter J. Huchthausen. American soldier and architect (1904–1945) who became known as one of the ‘Monuments Men,’ charged with recovering art and treasure plundered by the Nazis as they swept through Europe. Huchthausen was killed in action in 1945 while attempting to salvage a German altarpiece. Stunning original artwork depicting a magnificent cathedral or castle, pencil and dark red watercolor on a 19 x 14 sheet of artist’s board, indistinctly signed in the lower right, “W. J. Huchthausen.” It is also illegibly titled and dated below the signature. Some chipping and tack holes to corners, otherwise fine condition. After earning a master’s degree in architecture from Harvard in 1930, and studying abroad from 1930-1932, Huchthausen taught at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, the Boston Museum School of Fine Arts, and the University of Minnesota before his enlistment in 1942. His background in art and architecture made him an ideal candidate to become part of the ‘Monuments Men,’ and because of his experience and fluency in the language he became responsible for operations in much of the northwestern portion of Germany. Huchthausen was one of only two ‘Monuments Men’ killed in the war, literally giving his life to art. This particular piece was recently discovered in a private estate, a previously unknown work by this important figure in the reclamation of Europe’s cultural legacy in the aftermath of World War II, especially interesting in that it is a study in his own discipline of architecture. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Nearly five-foot tall American Gothic as envisioned

by Warhol’s protégé 622. Steve Kaufman.

American pop artist (1960–2010) who began his career in Andy Warhol’s ‘Factory.’ Massive original limited edition artist’s proof hand-embellished oil and screen print artwork of a colorful version of Grant Wood’s classic ‘American Gothic,’ on unstretched 36.5 x 52 canvas, numbered 13/50 AP, signed on the reverse in black felt tip, “SAK.” Rolled and in fine condition, with some scattered creasing and framing holes to edges. RR Auction COA.…

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Scarce portrait of the California Tonalist 623. William Keith.

Scottish-American painter famous for his California landscapes (1838–1911).

Matte-finish 7.25 x 9.5 photo of Keith emerging from dark shadows, signed and inscribed in black ink, “For Chas. D. Norton, from Wm. Keith, San Francisco, March 18/03.” Affixed to a period 7.75 x 10 mount. Scattered surface marks and various dings to edges of the mount, otherwise fine condition. This is the first Keith item we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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624. Rockwell Kent. Collection of five TLSs from Kent to Marion Foley, each signed “Rockwell,” totaling six pages, dated between 1959 and 1961. Most letters relate to Kent’s travels in the Soviet Union, with some mentioning artistic endeavors. One, in part: “It is a hopeful year for peace, and you had better be on the alert to shut your eyes and ears to the Russian arts, for we are going to see more and more of them in this country. Maybe they will help drive our Mickey Spillanes under cover—and I don’t mean book covers.” Another, in part: “In a few days we go abroad again…along with, I must admit, such distinguished Russians as Ulanova, Shostakovich, Oistrakh, Gilels and maybe others.” A third, in part: “I am too much of an amateur to try indoor pictures without using a light meter. Taking out my light meter, I found it to be busted, so I mailed it to a photographic establishment in New York…they had been out of business for eighteen months.”

In overall fine to very fine condition. Three are accompanied by their original mailing envelopes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 625. Steve McCurry. Photojour-

nalist best known for his photograph, ’Afghan Girl’ that originally appeared in National Geographic magazine. Color 8.5 x 11 cardstock photo of McCurry’s famed 1985 image of Sharbat Gula, better known by the unofficial title ‘Afghan Girl,’ signed in the lower border in black felt tip. Some bends to bottom edge, some slight rippling to background of image, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Color is tragic” 626. Man Ray. Influential American-born artist (1890–1976) who carved out an important niche in the history of modern art with his pioneering Dadaist works and his distinctive photographs. Unsigned autograph manuscript in pencil, one page both sides, 5 x 8, no date.

Man Ray muses philosophically on the relationship between humans and art. In full: “It is the nature of human esthetics to associate bright colors with gaiety, optimism, and all that is pleasant in life. In nature itself, these bright colors also exist but do not necessarily express the same idea as for men. The wings of a butterfly, the plumage of a bird may attract a mate, and at the same time an enemy.

Prolific nature is not consistent in its details, however rigorous her general laws may be.

She can afford contradictions, inconsistencies, and wastefulness. But her goal is never estheticism. (Color is tragic) This tremendous effort with such miserable results, almost no effort, then an easy masterpiece. An age in which size & weight dominate never heard of anyone being criticized for dying (I have been furious at some of my friends for dying) These imitators wormed their way in to the empty spaces disdained by the pioneer. Convince anyone, you’ll never get anywhere,—decide anything with logic.”

In fine condition, with scattered soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The controversial early Impressionist requests artist’s proofs 627. Edouard Manet. Important 19th century French painter (1832–1883) whose works, including such well-known images as ‘The Luncheon on the Grass’ and ‘Olympia,’ were a seminal influence on the impressionists of the succeeding generation.

ALS signed “E. Manet,” one page, 4 x 5, December 8, no year.

Untranslated letter to a gentleman requesting that he send him artist’s proofs. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Lengthy letter with a sketch by America’s first landscape architect 631. Rose Standish Nichols.

628. Henry Moore. Color 5.75 x 4 postcard photo of his 1963

bronze ‘Three Piece Reclining Figure No. 2: Bridge Prop,’ signed in the upper left in black felt tip. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.25 x 9.5. In fine condition, with irregular adhesion to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

629. William Morris.

English artist, writer, textile designer, and socialist associated with the PreRaphaelite Brotherhood and English Arts and Crafts Movement (1834– 1896). ANS, one page, 4.75 x 7, Kelmscott House letterhead, no date but bears a pencil notation of April 14, 1888. Response to an admirer. In full: “Here is the autograph.” A few brushes to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

One-of-a-kind candid portrait of the renowned folk artist 630. Grandma Moses. Unique color glossy 3.5 x 5 candid photo of Grandma Moses standing in front of a rose bush, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Anna Mary Robertson, Grandma Moses.”

A vertical crease to lower right corner, otherwise fine condition.

Grandma Moses is quite uncommon in signed photos. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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American landscape architect and gardening columnist (1872– 1960). ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10, April 27, 1899. Lengthy letter to Mr. Batchelder.

In part: “I have finished my plan and now I am at work on an elevation, something like this. A house on a terrace with a garden sloping down to a little brook which forms a large basin in the centre of the space below—I am afraid my sketch is not very comprehensive.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

632. Georgia O’Keeffe.

ALS signed “Georgia,” one page, 8.25 x 11, no date. Letter to Susan Girard. In part: “I found this folder this morning quite by accident so I send it to you. Will you give it to me one day when I am at your house.

For me it keeps ashes from flowing around when the fire has gone out. The adapters are very easy to put on.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

The mild-mannered artist sends a severe message to a relative who would later come under FBI scrutiny 633. Georgia O’Keeffe. TLS,

one page, 8.5 x 11, April 26, 1978. Letter to Jim Stieglitz. In full: “I must say to you that I find your telephone conversation very unpleasant. I do not wish to be called dearie— and I do not wish to be called darling—and there is certainly no sense in saying that you love me. When you say you are loving the world just count me out. You must have been drunk. I hope to have no more telephone calls and hope not to see you again.” In fine condition. In 1981, Stieglitz, the grandson of a brother of O’Keeffe’s late husband, would be charged by the FBI for illegally copying and printing O’Keeffe’s works as lithographs, selling them for $1000 a piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

635. Painters. Col-

lection of five items, each signed by a notable painter, including: Edmund Henry Garrett (ALS), Sina Mesdag-van Houten (ADS), LeRoy Neiman (SP and program), and Douglas Volk (ALS). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The iconic artist pays his model and mistress 636. Maxfield Parrish.

Three personal checks, each 8.25 x 3, filled out and signed by Parrish, payable to Susan Lewin, dated between 1928 and 1936. All are endorsed by Lewin on the reverse. In overall fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes. A great association, as Lewin was Parrish’s mistress and model. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

637. Maxfield Parrish. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 8, May 28, 1904.

634. Georgia O’Keeffe. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of one of her Wild

Flowers works, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Jan. 28–1968–Not sold–Georgia O’Keeffe.” Also signed by her sister, “Jan. 28–1968–Not sold–Anita Young.” In fine condition, with some light creases and surface marks to image side, and some mild haloing to O’Keeffe’s signature and notation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautifully penned letter to Edward Bok. In full: “I really can’t say when I shall be in N. Y. or Boston again: probably not until Fall. I wonder what the ‘personal matter’ is? If by any chance I do go down, I shall be glad to let you know.” Nicely double-matted and framed with an image of Parrish to an overall size of 20 x 15. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Stunning ink and watercolor depiction of the “Paradise Whydah Bird”

638. Charles Wilson Peale. Painter,

soldier, and naturalist (1741–1827) remembered for his paintings of George Washington and other figures of the American Revolution.

Ink signature, “Most Obedient and very Humble Servant, Chas. W. Peale,” on an off-white 2.75 x 2 slip clipped from the close of a letter. Double-matted and framed with an engraving of Peale to an overall size of 9.5 x 14. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Bold red signature of the Cubist master 639. Pablo Picasso.

Desirable red pencil signature, “Picasso,” on an off-white 7.25 x 10 sheet bearing affixed images of the artist playing a guitar and a painting. Affixed to a slightly larger cardstock sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

641. Karl Plath. ALS, one page, 7.5 x 10, September 4, 1923. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I have finally made something for your guest-book! and, of course, it is a bird. To me it is the most interesting in my aviary and to watch it develop from a plain, sparrow-like-creature into this be-plumed beauty is a revelation.” To the right of the text, Plath has added a gorgeous ink and watercolor depiction of the bird perched on a tree branch, labeled “Paradise Whydah Bird.” Affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition. Born in Chicago, Karl Plath made his mark on the art world with his extraordinary work on birds.

After studying at the Academy of Fine Arts, he frequently exhibited around the country during the 1920s–1940s. He also served as the Curator of Birds at the Brookfield Zoo, traveled the world in search of rare specimens, and amassed his own aviary of hundreds of species.

A stunning painting from the highly regarded ornithologist and artist.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Unusual uncanceled check endorsed across the front by Picasso 640. Pablo Picasso. Fulton National Bank check, 6 x 2.5, filled out and

signed in another hand, payable to Pablo Picasso for $25.00, October 25, 1961, and signed across the front of the check in black felt tip, “Picasso.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, tape remnants to reverse, and signature a bit light. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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642. Hiram Powers. Ameri-

can neoclassical sculptor (18051873). ALS, one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.5, April 23, 1873. Letter to James Stewart thanking him for a letter “so… complimentary to my friend Mr. Ball and to myself” and notes, “I could hardly resist the temptation to call on Mr. Ball at once and let him read the good things you have said of him. But then how could I stand by as he looked… while reading my share of the article?” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and a few small tape repairs along horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

643. Gerhard Richter. German artist (born

1932) whose works have achieved worldrecord prices at auction.

Color 5.75 x 4 postcard of Richter’s work entitled ‘Abstract Painting No. 439,’ signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

645. Norman Rockwell. Block

of four five-cent stamps designed

by Rockwell to honor city mail delivery, 2.25 x 4, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Norman Rockwell.” In fine condition, with light overall toning. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

646. Norman Rockwell. ALS, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, February 4, 1976. Brief response to an admirer. In full: “In answer to your letter of the 2nd, I am enclosing an autographed photograph.” In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rockwell’s tribute to the mail carrier

644. Norman Rockwell. Complete sheet of 50 five-cent United

States postage stamp, 10 x 9, featuring Rockwell’s illustration honoring the 100th anniversary of city mail delivery, signed and inscribed in the top border, “Best wishes to my good friend David Braman, sincerely, Norman Rockwell.” In fine condition, with a small brush to a single letter in sentiment and Rockwell’s signature across a couple of the perforations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

647. Norman Rockwell. Humorous color 28 x 24.5 print entitled

‘You’ve Got to be Kidding,’ signed in the lower border in black felt tip. Rolled and in fine condition, with a few scattered light creases, mainly to the edges and corner tips. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Artist’s proof of his beloved ‘Runaway’ image

650. Norman Rockwell. Collection of eight signed items consisting of a hardcover copy of Norman Rockwell: My Adventures as an Illustrator; four color magazine and book photos; an ink signature on a lined card; a stamp sheet of two Israeli commemorative stamps; and an FDC with a cachet honoring city mail delivery. Also included is an FDC signed by artist Ben Shahn. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

648. Norman Rockwell. Limited edition 19.5 x 25.5 artist’s proof print entitled ‘The Runaway,’ signed in the lower border in pencil. Scattered creases and dings to right edge, as well as some light horizontal creases, otherwise fine condition. Rolled. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rockwell signs his iconic Freedom from Want 649. Norman Rockwell. Color 27 x 33 colotype print entitled ‘Freedom from Want,’ signed in the lower border in black felt tip.

Reverse of print is stamped by The Old Corner House in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, confirming, “This print has been autographed personally by Norman Rockwell.” In very good to fine condition, with Rockwell’s signature a couple of shades light, but completely legible, a bit of mild edge toning, a few small edge tears, and small tape remnant along top edge of reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Heartfelt appreciation for his devoted friend: “You have done a lot for me” 653. Auguste Rodin.

ALS in French, signed “Aug Rodin,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, May 28, 1898.

Letter to his longtime friend, fellow artist, and one-time model, Emilia Cimino, in full (translated): “You would not believe how much everything you say in your good letter touches me.

You have done a lot for me. I thank you with all my heart. Everything you do is right. I want to express all my gratitude and my respect and devotion.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Rodin’s hand, with the stamp clipped off. One of the numerous women in Rodin’s entourage, Cimino was one of his most outspoken artistic acquaintances. An excellent letter from their well-known correspondence (which is referred to several times in Ruth Butler’s biography Rodin: The Shape of Genius), expressing deep affection and gratitude for his dear friend. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

651. Norman Rockwell. Very nice color limited edition 19.5 x

25.5 lithograph entitled ‘Your Eyes Is Looking,’ from Huckleberry Finn, numbered 77/200, signed in pencil. In fine condition, with a bit of light soiling along top edge and a uniform shade of toning around image from previous display. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

652. Auguste Rodin. ALS in

French, signed “Aug. Rodin,” one page, 4.25 x 6.75, July 18, 1899.

Written to his collaborator Emilia Cimino, regarding the unveiling of his statue ‘Eve.’ In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Cimino was also an artist and spent time with Rodin in his studio.

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

654. Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Irish-born American sculptor (1848–1907) of the Beaux-Arts generation who embodied the ideals of the ‘American Renaissance.’ TLS, one page, 4.75 x 7.5, personal letterhead, May 30, 1906. Letter to Mrs. Magee. In part: “I have had copies made and herewith return them. I also send you four mounted and four unmounted ones, in order that you may see what material I have. Will you kindly return the mounted ones to Mr. Pitcairn and the unmounted ones to me.” Tastefully double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 17.5 x 14.75. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce 1910 Vienna international exhibition book

655. 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 both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, personal letterhead, no date. In part: “I am dreadfully sorry to have missed you twice today…I can come with pleasure tomorrow at 1:30.” In very good condition, with a repaired vertical crack through the correspondence card (passing through the center of his first name). Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

656. John Singer Sargent.

ALS

signed “John S. Sargent,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Jenkins. In part: “I am very sorry…I am engaged tomorrow…You could find me here any morning at 10 o’clock.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

658. Egon Schiele. Influential, forward-looking Austrian artist (1890–1918) who takes a place among the leading figures of the Expressionist movement of the early 20th century. Schiele was among the millions of Europeans who succumbed to the Spanish flu during the epidemic of 1918. Signed book: I. Internationale Jagd Ausstellung, Vienna 1910, Kunst, Pavillon. Vienna: J. Weiner, 1910. Softcover, 5.5 x 6, 67 pages. Boldly signed in black ink on the title page by Schiele. Autographic condition: fine, with a few surface impressions to title page. Book condition: VG-/None. Schiele participated in this exhibition, showing his watercolor ‘Dekoratives Panneau’ in room six.

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

An arresting and rare portrait 657. Egon Schiele. Scarce 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 well-known 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)

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“It’s amazing what the human can endure— and seemingly must endure” 659. Alfred Stieglitz. Important American photographer (1864–1946)

who played an instrumental role in developing the craft as a legitimate art form. Very uncommon ALS signed “Stieglitz,” two onionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, August 4, 1939. Letter to painter Louis Eilshemius. In full: “I’m ever aware of you & your agonizing sufferings, and my deepest sympathies are with you. But it does not help the actual torture. And yet I hope it may help a bit for a moment if for no longer. It’s amazing what the human can endure—and seemingly must endure—at least seem to have drawn such a lot—I’m still in town & here at The Place & have no idea when & if I’ll get away—But so it be.” In fine condition, with small toned areas of adhesive remnants to corners. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Stieglitz’s hand. The Place was a gallery that Stieglitz opened in 1929, where he held exhibitions of artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe and Ansel Adams. Eilshemius was an eccentric painter who, after hostile criticism of his first solo exhibition in 1920, gave up painting all together, despite the support of the likes of Duchamp, Matisse, and Stieglitz. In 1931 he began to call himself ‘Mahatma’—just as this letter is addressed—and became increasingly reclusive until he passed away in 1941. Steiglitz is extremely scarce in any form—this is just the fifth item we have ever offered—and this association between artists makes it particularly desirable. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautiful image of the magnificent ‘Psyche am Wasserspiegel’

660. Paul Thumann. Master German illustrator and portrait painter

(1834–1908). Scarce 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Thurman’s work entitled ‘Psyche am Wasserspiegel,’ signed below the image in black ink, and signed again on the reverse, adding a German sentiment and date of Berlin, December 13, 1894. Published by Franz Hanfstaengl Kunstverlag of Munich. In fine condition, with trivial chips to corners and a tiny pin hole to the top edge. This is the first Thumann autograph we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

An urgent letter to one of his most reliable companions 661. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. ALS in French,

signed “Henri,” one page, 4.25 x 6.75, undated [but 1899], 16 Avenue de Neuilly [Paris].

Letter to “My dear Georges,” in full (translated): “Come and see me Tuesday or Wednesday at 5 o’clock after letting me know so that I’ll be there. I must speak to you.

I absolutely count upon you.” Toning to three edges, including over signature, as well as some scattered light soiling, otherwise fine condition. In the fateful year of 1899, when Lautrec’s alcoholism and declining health had left him in a nearly unmanageable state, his mother Adele and a handful of friends were the only people who cared for him: the recipient of this letter, Georges Seré de Rivieres (Adele’s nephew), was among them.

Highlighting the artist’s desperate need for his attention, this is an exceptionally rare letter from the near-end of the great artist’s life. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) www.RRAuction.com | 171

Rare letter from the major Dutch artist mentioning his controversial window for St. Jacob’s Church 662. Jan Toorop.

Dutch-Indonesian painter (1858–1928) who worked in various styles, including Symbolism and Art Noveau. ALS in Dutch, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, March 10, 1922.

Letter to Miss Rahuse, in part (translated): “I may call you dear Ina, may I not? I wanted to send you this drawing, I made for you a couple of days ago, but I postponed due to circumstances and hard work (I actually came here to rest my painful legs). You were in my thoughts a lot though, and your work, of which I saw so many fine examples. I sincerely hope, dear Ina, that this drawing I lovingly made for you, will support you in your aspirations and directing your career. May you make strong and steady progress, may your work be inspired and above all practice your figure and portrait (psychological) drawing. Later on you will be able to elaborate your fantasies into strong and expressive drawings...May the future hold happiness in every way. May God be with you in your artistic aspirations, may your work blossom into beautiful creations...Are you enjoying your work, does spring sparkle you and are your works maybe more sparkling as well? I recently finished a new ‘Mary with Child,’ a small drawing in color. I will show it to you as soon I have returned to The Hague. I will arrive around the 26th of March. I am also working on a sketch for a leaded glass in the St. Jacob’s Church in The Hague.” Some light spreading of ink to signature, not affecting legibility, otherwise fine condition. A highly influential contemporary of Dutch greats Marinus Zwart and Piet Mondrian, Toorop converted to Catholicism in 1905 and began producing mostly religious art from that point forward. In 1922, he was commissioned to design a stained-glass window for the newly restored Grote (Jacobs) Church in The Hague. After designing a stunning window representing the Epiphany, thousands of Protestant parishioners protested, leading The Hague church wardens to reject Toorop’s work. Never executed, the sketch ended up in the archiepiscopal museum.

Letters from this Dutch master rarely come to auction, this being the first we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

663. Andy Warhol. Signed book: Andy Warhol’s Exposures. NY: Grosset and Dunlap, 1979.

Softcover, 9.25 x 11.25. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “To Theresa Johnson by Andy Warhol,” and also signed vertically on the front cover, “Andy.” Autographic condition: fine, with scattered surface impressions to front cover.

Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Warhol caught in a compromising position at a party, adding an apropos heart and dollar-sign sketch 664. Andy Warhol. Unusual 6.5 x 10 photo of Warhol next to a thong-clad

woman, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “Andy Warhol, to Geri, NYC ‘73,” with Warhol adding a sketch of a cupid’s heart and dollar sign to the woman’s backside.

Matted to an overall size of 14.5 x 17.5. In very good condition, with some irregular ink adhesion to portions of signature and inscription, some moderate contrast to end of signature, and beginning portion of signature a couple of shades light. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

665. Andy Warhol. Signed book: Popism. First edition, later printing. NY: Harcourt, Brace, Jovanovich, 1980. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.5, 310 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Paul Clark, Andy Wahol,” and also signed again on the front of the dust jacket, “Andy.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Warhol’s iconic Marilyn Monroe 666. Andy Warhol. Color postcard of Warhol’s iconic 1964 portrait of Marilyn Monroe

entitled ‘Marilyn,’ 4 x 6, signed in the lower border in bold black felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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667. Stanford White. Distinguished American architect (1853–1906) who was

a leading figure of the ‘Beaux Arts’ movement. He was fatally shot and killed in the roof garden theatre of the Landmark by the husband of actress Evelyn Nesbit in retribution for a long-ago affair. ALS, one page, 7.75 x 10, McKim, Mead & White letterhead, July 9, 1895. Letter to a friend. In part: “I find ‘La Touraine’ is going to get me into Paris some time Saturday afternoon, and, therefore, I will have added to my short time in Paris Saturday afternoon and night, and Sunday. Why won’t you dine with us Saturday evening the 20th? Or, if you cannot do that, if it will be entirely convenient to you, would you mind stopping in at the Normandie between half-past five and six, or earlier, if you would rather.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 19.5 x 16. In fine condition, intersecting folds and multiple punch holes to the upper right. White and his family were in Europe so that he could take a rest and water cure at Contrexeville Spa in the Vosges region of eastern France.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wright agrees to help with the idea of a ‘living musuem’ 668. Frank Lloyd Wright. TLS, one page, 5 x 7.25, Wright’s per-

sonal red-block paper, May 31, 1950. Letter to two students. In full: “Your project seems interesting. The sort of thing I should like to try.

How much money? I don’t know—probably all you can get (as things go). Suggest you come over here to go over the project in more detail as I shall not reach San Francisco before next November.” Attractively matted and framed by Goodspeed’s Book Shop with a photo of the architect to an overall size of 20 x 14. In fine condition. The students desired to create an ambitious ‘living museum,’ telling the story of man’s origin in the past, growth to the present, and possibilities of the future.

Wright agreed to help by designing initial sketches for the project that they could submit with requests for financing—it seems that they never were able to secure the funds, and the idea fell by the wayside. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

First edition autobiography inscribed to a guest “at Taliesin West” 671. Frank Lloyd Wright. Signed book: Frank Lloyd Wright: An Autobiography. First edition. NY: Duell, Sloan and Pearce, 1943. Hardcover, 8.75 x 8.75, 561 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the title page in fountain pen, “To Hazel B. Redewill at Taliesin West, Arizona—Apr. 27th-45, Frank Lloyd Wright.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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672. Andrew Wyeth. Three items: a cardstock reproduction of one of Wyeth’s portraits of a young woman, framed against a larger mount, signed and inscribed in pencil by Wyeth and matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 15.5; the half-title page from First Impressions featuring an image of a dog, signed and inscribed in black felt tip by Wyeth and framed to an overall size of 7.5 x 10; and an unsigned photo of one of Wyeth’s nudes, bearing his stamp on the reverse, matted and framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 12.5. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wyeth’s sincere and honest depiction of Siri in ‘The Sauna’ 673. Andrew Wyeth. Color 27.5 x 25 lithograph entitled ‘The Sauna,’ signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition, with uniform toning around edges of image from previous display. Originally done in 1968, this was Wyeth’s first series of nudes. Siri was a young girl who lived in a rural area of Maine. With her parents’ permission, Wyeth began painting her first clothed, then partially clothed, then in the nude when she was 14 years old. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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comic art & animation “Advice on how to become a successful cartoonist”

675. Carl Barks. Fantastic ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 3, no date. Letter to an admirer.

In full: “I do believe that many artists are left-handed. I saw a few while working at the Disney animation studios. My only advice on how to become a successful cartoonist is practice the techniques that appeal to you. Draw things over and over until your chosen ‘method’ becomes automatic. And always try to do better than the cartoonist whose work you are using for guidelines.” In fine condition, with show-through from writing to opposing sides. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

676. Cartoonists. Collection of five items, each signed by a different cartoonist.

Signers are: Sidney Smith (sketch), Hendrik Willem van Loon (sketch), Cathy Guisewite (sketch), Hank Ketcham (SP), and Gary Trudeau (printed comic strip). In fine condition, with a central vertical fold to comic strip. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare pairing of the master Imagineer and future Commander-in-Chief

677. Walt Disney and Ronald Reagan. Series 1935E one dollar silver certificate, quickly signed on the portrait side in black ink, “Walt Disney” and “Ronald Reagan,” and signed again on the reverse by Reagan. In very good condition, with several vertical folds, one passing through a small portion of Disney’s signature, two small holes near bottom edge, expected wrinkling and creasing, and Reagan tracing over the beginning of an unsuccessful first signature. Reagan and Disney shared a professional and personal relationship for years. Reagan emceed the televised opening festivities of Disneyland, and later urged the USPS to create a Walt Disney commemorative stamp. A highly unusual pairing and format. Pre-certified Phil Sears COA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Roy mortgages The Hong Kong Story for over eight million dollars 678. Roy O. Disney. Walt’s brother and co-founder of the Walt Disney

Company (1893–1971). Notarized DS, two pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, June 7, 1957. Pledge and assignment of mortgage and chattels between the Walt Disney Company and the Bank of America in regards to “the People and Places motion picture…now entitled ‘The Hong Kong Story,’” for a total of $8,500,000.

Signed on the third page by Disney. In fine condition, with expected light document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

679. Walt Disney. Personal

check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to Walt Disney Special Acct. for $850.00, stamp-dated January 28, 1954. Cancellation holes to body and a stamp touching top portion of first name of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Bawdy and unique original artwork of the Queen Mary taunting Flagg 680. James Montgomery Flagg. Fantastic

one-of-a-kind mixed media original artwork by Flagg, done in pencil, watercolor, and paint and measuring 10.75 x 8.25. Work depicts the Queen Mary ocean liner with the upper portion of a buxom female emanating from the bow, with a word balloon beckoning, “Ahoy Montie-E-E What are you waiting for?” with Flagg drawing himself sitting in the background atop pilings at the New York pier, his hands over his ears, saying, “Never heard of ya!” Framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 9. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and some scattered mild toning. While some quick ink self-portraits of the artist are available, such large and risque watercolors are extraordinarily rare. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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681. Friz Freleng. Great two-

book set entitled The Art of Friz Freleng. One book examines the life and creative genius of Freleng. This hardcover book is 240 pages and is a limited edition (1027/4000), signed on the hologram page in black ink by Freleng.

Second book is actually a case which includes an animator’s workbook, an audio tape entitled Animation: The Art of Friz Freleng, Words and Music and a video tape entitled Freleng: Frame by Frame. Both volumes are contained in a leatherbound slipcase and its original box.

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

682. Rube Goldberg. Amusing pen

and ink sketch entitled ‘Foolish Questions— No. 1,000,104,’ 6 x 6.5, signed in the lower right, “R. L. Goldberg.” The cartoon shows an oafish boy wearing a beanie and striped trousers bending over an empty box asking, “Say, Boss, is this box empty?” His exasperated boss, leaning on a table, replies, “No, you pill—it’s full of bald-headed sausage cakes.” Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 12. In fine condition. Foolish Questions was one of Goldberg’s earliest ‘regular’ newspaper panels and brought him nationwide popularity. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

683. Chester Gould. Original

hand-inked four-panel Dick Tracy comic strip, dated July 6, 1964, on a 23 x 7 piece of off-white artist’s cardstock. First panel features Tracy using his legendary two-way wrist TV, and is signed in the last panel in black ink by Gould. In very good condition, with a faint central vertical bend, some scattered light toning, and ink and pencil notations to borders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

684. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Two identical color glossy 18

x 12 photos of Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble in Fred’s car, both signed in blue felt tip by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. A vertical bend to right side of each photo, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

685. Bob Kane. Classic felt tip sketch of Batman and Robin on a beige 4.75 x 3.75 sheet, labeled at the top and signed below, “Batman and Robin, ‘Bats’ wishes, Bob Kane.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/ DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Personally revised Pogo strip sent to the character’s boat’s namesake 686. Walt Kelly. Collection of items originally sent to Walter Lister of San Francisco, who shared his name with Pogo’s boat. After writing to Kelly about the coincidence, Kelly sent the following items: first an original hand-inked four-panel Pogo comic strip, dated February 11, on a 17 x 5.75 sheet of artist’s cardstock. Strip depicts Pogo and his friends on their boat, with “Walter Lister” added to the boat in three panels by Kelly, and signed and inscribed in the lower border, “With all the best to Walter Lister, sincerely, Walt Kelly.” Kelly has also affixed three Pogo pins to the top of the strip. Second, a 1952 TLS from Kelly to Lister, which reads: “The boat was named for Walter Lister, managing editor of the Philadelphia Bulletin. The original was sent to him, otherwise I would have been glad to send it to you. However, I will send you a strip properly revised.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and several news clippings of Lister posing with the comic strip. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold to strip, as well as a few pencil notations. All items originate from the estate of Walter Lister. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 178 | May 14, 2014 | COMIC ART & ANIMATION

687. Walter Lantz.

Collection of three items: a limited edition handpainted animation cel, signed in black felt tip; an original felt tip sketch of Woody Woodpecker on an off-white card, double-matted with a glossy photo of Woody to an overall size of 11 x 14; and a Walter Lantz business check, filled out in type and signed by Lantz. In fine condition, with expected folds, stamps, and holes to check. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

688. Tom McKimson.

Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Red Hot,’ 12.5 x 10, numbered 76/250, showing Yosemite Sam, dressed in a Red Sox uniform, arguing a call at second base with umpire Bugs Bunny, signed in black felt tip by McKimson, and set against a pre-printed background. Matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

689. Tom McKimson. Lim-

ited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Bash Brothers,’ 9.25 x 12, numbered 62/125, showing Bugs Bunny and Donald Duck in Yankee pinstripes.

Signed in black felt tip by McKimson, and set against a pre-printed background. Matted to an overall size of 15 x 18. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

691. Martin Nodell. Green ballpoint sketch of the Green Lantern on the reverse of a 4.5 x 5.25 All-American Comics postcard, signed and inscribed in the address area, “To Bruce—Best regards—Martin Nodell 92 and Green Lantern 48.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

692. Virgil Ross. Great felt tip and colored pencil sketch of Bugs Bunny on an off-white 4.5 x 5.25 sheet, signed at the bottom, “‘Virgil Ross.’”

Encapsulated in a plastic Beckett/JSA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

690. Clarence Nash.

Glossy 8 x 10 Disney publicity photo of Walt Disney and Donald Duck in honor of Donald’s 50th birthday, signed in blue felt tip, “From Donald Duck & Clarence Nash ‘Happy 50.’”

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

693. Charles Schulz. Color 30 x 20 poster entitled ‘The World Famous Metlife Representative’s Map of the U.S.A.,’ signed in black felt tip. Light overall creasing, a tack hole to each corner, a few small edge tears, light soiling to bottom edge, and a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to bottom, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Limited edition 3-D version of Not Your Average Dog

694. Charles Schulz. Collection of three signed items: a glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Peanuts gang, a program page from the 1979 Crosby Pebble Beach Pro-Am golf tournament, and a ballpoint signature on an off-white 5 x 3 card, accompanied by its original mailing envelope.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 695. Charles Schulz. Col-

lection of three signed items: a color glossy 8 x 10 photo; a commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the Lakeside Park, California, Outdoor Stamp Exhibit; and a book page with printed Peanuts comic strip, signed “Schulz.” Page is doublematted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning to book page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

696. Charles Schulz. Signed book: Snoopy: Not Your Average

Dog. Limited first edition of 2,000 copies (this being copy No. 693).

San Francisco: Collins Publishers, 1996. Hardcover with slipcase, 9.25 x 9.25, 78 pages. Signed in black felt tip on a front blank page.

The original 3-D glasses that accompanied the book are included.

Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: NF/None, in VG+ slipcase. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

697. Charles Schulz. Signed

book: Once You’re Over the Hill (You Begin to Pick Up Speed).

First edition, first printing. NY: Harper Collins, 1997. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 6.25. Signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Charles M. Schulz.” Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: F/VG+. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Impressively large sketch of the Peanuts puppy 698. Charles Schulz. Exceptionally desirable felt tip sketch of Snoopy on a blue 5.75 x 7.75 sheet, signed at the bottom, “Schulz.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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702. Myron Waldman. Limited edi-

699. Charles Schulz. Signed book: Peanuts Jubilee. Later printing. NY: Ballantine Books, 1975. Softcover, 10.75 x 8, 223 pages.

Signed on the title page in black felt tip, “Best wishes—Charles M. Schulz.” Autographic condition: fine, with a pencil notation to signed page, as well as a bit of scattered light foxing. Book condition: VG+/ None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

tion hand-painted animation cel, 12 x 9, 38/500, depicting Popeye flexing his dynamite-laden bicep. Signed in gold ink by Waldman and set against a preprinted background.

Matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. In fine condition, with some slight rippling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

703. Myron Waldman.

Limited edition handpainted animation cel entitled ‘Don’t Feed the Dinosaur,’ 12 x 9, 239/250, depicting Swee’ Pea offering a lollipop to a dinosaur in a museum. Signed in black felt tip by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

704. Myron Waldman. Limited edition

entitled ‘FM-Lite,’ numbered 192/500, signed in the lower border in pencil by Trudeau. Matted and framed to an overall size of 22.25 x 21. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Order Up,’ 12 x 9, AP24/50 (from an edition of 500 plus 50 artist’s proofs), depicting Wimpy serving hamburgers to Popeye, Olive Oyl, and Swee’ Pea. Signed in black felt tip by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background.

Matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. In fine condition, with a bit of mild rippling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

701. Myron Waldman.

705. Myron Waldman.

700. Garry Trudeau. Color limited edition 15.25 x 16.25 print

Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Flexing for Betty,’ 12 x 10, AP45/50 (from an edition of 500 plus 50 artist’s proofs), depicting Popeye showing off for Betty Boop.

Signed in black felt tip by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. In fine condition, with some slight rippling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Limited edition handpainted animation cel entitled ‘Anchor Parking,’ 12 x 9, AP46/50 (from an edition of 500 plus 50 artist’s proofs), showing Popeye parking his car with an anchor. Signed in black felt tip by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) www.RRAuction.com | 181

literature

Diverse collection highlighted by Mencken, Sinclair, Ginsberg, and Updike

706. American Authors and Poets. Collection of approximately seventy mostly mid-20th century literary and journalistic autographs, including ANSs, ALSs, TLSs, signed cards, and signed photos. Signers include: Conrad Aiken; Joseph Alsop; Cleveland Amory; S. N. Behrman; Rosemary and Stephen Vincent Benet; Catherine Drinker Bowen; Samuel Bowles (pre-1878); Van Wyck Brooks; Bennett Cerf (2); Frank Crane; Milton J. Cross; George William Curtis; John Dos Passos; Leon Edel; Edna Ferber; George Gallup; Frank Gannett; Allen Ginsberg and Richard Eberhart; Harry Golden; Ben Grauer; Edgar A. Guest; John Gunther; Julian Hawthorne; William Randolph Hearst, Jr.; Ben Hecht; John Hersey; Fannie Hurst; Robinson Jeffers; Howard Mumford Jones; H. V. Kaltenborn; Kenneth Koch; Joseph Wood Krutch; Louis L’Amour; Max Lerner; Walter Lippmann; Amy Lowell; Robert Lowell; Leonard Lyons; Archibald MacLeish (2); Marshall McLuhan; Norman Mailer; Edwin Markham (2); H. L. Mencken; James A. Michener; Marianne Moore; Drew Pearson; Elmo Roper; Robert St. John; Carl Sandburg; William Saroyan; Upton Sinclair (2); Frank Sullivan; C. L. Sulzberger; Louis Untermeyer; John Updike (2); Mark Van Doren (2); Pierre van Paassen; Timothy Fay Walsh; and Kate Douglas Wiggin. Also included are unsigned envelopes addressed by Washington Irving, Henry W. Longfellow, and Theodore Dreiser; and cut signatures of George Ade, Edward Bellamy, Edgar Lee Masters, Lincoln Steffens, and Owen Wister. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The general opinion seems to be that Miss Moffat was wrong for the part” 707. J. M. Barrie. Scottish au-

thor and dramatist (1860–1937) best known for the classic children’s play Peter Pan. ANS signed “J. M. B.,” one page, 5.5 x 2.5, no date. Brief note regarding the casting of a play.

In full: “The general opinion seems to be that Miss Moffat was wrong for the part.”

Attached by a tack to a program for a performance of Peter Pan on January 31, 1933. Autograph in fine condition; noticeable edge tears and holes to the program. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce letter from the premier writer of ghost stories 708. Algernon Blackwood.

English short story writer and novelist (1869–1951) best known for his many ghost stories and ‘weird’ fiction.

ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 8.75, January 10, 1920. Letter to Mr. Bladgett. In part: “It is both a joy and an encouragement to me to know that I have an understanding reader in your distant city, and I thank you most heartily for taking the trouble to send me your friendly greeting.”

Central vertical and horizontal folds, and a tear and slight paper loss to right edge, otherwise fine condition. This is the very first autograph we have offered of this most important author—a pioneer in the genre of supernatural fiction, influencing the likes of H. P. Lovecraft and William Hope Hodgson. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Limited edition of Father, Dear Father, bearing original artwork 709. Ludwig Bemelmans. Belgian-born American author and illustrator (1898–1962) best known for his now-classic series of Madeleine children’s books. Signed book: Father, Dear Father.

Limited first edition of 151 copies (this being No. 28). NY: Viking Press, 1953. Hardcover, 6 x 9, 247 pages. Nicely signed on the second free end page in black ink, under an original ink and watercolor drawing of a poodle with a big red bow. In fine condition, with small adhesive remnant and pencil notations to first free end page, light fading to covers, and mild sunning to spine. Rare in any form, artwork from the renowned author is quite scarce and highly prized by collectors. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Nobel Laureate confronts racism head-on

Scripts from the groundbreaking Jungle Girl serial

710. Pearl S. Buck. TLS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 16, 1946. Letter to a charitable donor.

In full: “How generous of you to send this check for $100! The office will acknowledge it direct but I wanted you to know how much I appreciate it for The Open Door.

The hospitals are breaking down, one has changed its policy and is accepting Negro nurses. The other two will soon follow. Meanwhile, we have undertaken to investigate and work on the whole YMCA situation which is very bad. Apparently the discrimination in YMCA buildings is very severe, and often times most severe in the very communities where there are the most colored folk, and of course where there is the most need for a community center which will allow everyone to come in, but you will hear more of this later.” In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip mark and pencil notation to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

711. Edgar Rice Burroughs. Two original mimeograph bradbound scripts for the motion picture Jungle Girl, loosely based on the Burroughs novel of the same title, an Estimating Script and a Cutting Continuity Script, both 8.5 x 13, 424 and 309 pages long.

The Estimating Script is dated February 17, 1941, and contains episodes one through fifteen, with the first episode 70 pages long, and the other episodes approximately 25 pages each. Both covers have brief pencil notations done in unknown hands. Episode titles from the serial include “Queen of Beasts,” “River of Fire,” “Treasure Tomb,” “Jungle Killer,” and “Diamond Trail.” In fine condition, with front cover of Cutting Continuity script detached, one missing episode from same script, and expected handling wear. Scripts are housed in custom designed green quarter-length boxes. Released in 1941, this classic cliffhanger was quite unusual for the period—it was the first attempt to feature a female lead in an action-orientated movie serial, with Frances Gifford starring as Nyoka, the Jungle Girl. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) www.RRAuction.com | 183

Highly desirable Tarzan and the City of Gold 712. Edgar Rice Burroughs. Signed book: Tarzan and the City of Gold. Second edition. Tarzana, CA: Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., 1933. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.25 x 7.5, 316 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “To Robert Kehre, with best wishes, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Las Vegas, November 23, 1934.”

Autographic condition: a mild block of toning to right half of the signed page, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG+/VG-.

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

713. Thomas Carlyle. Influential Scottish-born Victorian philosopher, essayist, and historian (1795–1881). Hand-addressed envelope panel, 4.5 x 2.5, filled out

by Carlyle to “G. L. Craile Esq., Vice Cottage, Brompton,” and signed in the lower left, “T. Carlyle.” Affixed to a slightly larger off-white sheet. A few unobtrusive stains, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Chandler signs on to adapt his favorite mystery writer to the silver screen 715. Raymond Chandler. DS, one page, 7.5 x 10.25, May 16, 1946. Agreement between Chandler and Paramount Pictures for him to render services “in connection with an assignment…tentatively entitled The Innocent Mrs. Duff.” Floridly signed at the conclusion by Chandler in fountain pen and two Paramount representatives. Beautifully double-matted and framed with a photo to an overall size of 24.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with expected document wear. This was to be a screen adaptation of Elisabeth Sanxay Holding’s story of the same title, but Chandler struggled in his efforts. Despite his love for the original story—Chandler considered Holding the best mystery writer of them all—by the end of May he was already irritated by the project, writing in a letter to James Sandoe of the task, ‘I’m bored with it already…the business of adapting things for the screen is more work than it is worth.’

The screenplay was never finished. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Toiling over In Cold Blood, Capote promises the novel soon: “I’ve been working almost four years now on a new book which I hope to finish early on next year” 716. Truman Capote. ALS, one page both sides, 6.75 x 10, personal

letterhead, August 1, 1963. Letter to William Gray in England. In full: “What is one to make of a fellow who takes two months to answer a letter?!— especially one so charming and generous (indeed overly generous) as yours to me. No, I’ve not stopped writing—just publishing. The fact is, I’ve been working almost four years now on a new book which I hope to finish early on next year. And, as you may have seen, Hamish Hamilton recently published a book of my selected work in England: there are some new (or newish) things in it. Again, thank you for your kindness in writing me.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Capote’s hand. After publishing The Innocents in 1960, Capote released only a short story in Seventeen magazine and a retrospective anthology in England, which he mentions in this letter. Before finally publishing In Cold Blood, he worked and researched for several years, compiling over 8,000 pages of notes around the case of the murder of the Clutter family. Finally published in 1966, it would be the final complete novel ever released by the author. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Choice check from the year before publishing Tom Sawyer 717. Samuel L. Clemens. Bank check, 7.75 x 3, filled out and signed by Clemens, “Sam’l L. Clemens,” payable to O. D. Glazier & Co. for $233.25, July 2, 1875.

In fine condition, with a light expected bank stamp. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Clemens fronts himself $1000 718. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed “Saml. L. Clemens,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, May 15, 1875. Brief letter to an unidentified recipient, but probably the cashier at the First National Bank of Hartford. In full: “Please mail to me a draft on New York payable to myself for $1,000 & Oblige.” A few spots of toning, staple holes to top left, and some mirroring of signature and text from folding, otherwise fine condition. This would be the beginning of a very successful period for Clemens, bringing in a substantial income, as evidenced by this request.

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

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720. James Fenimore Cooper. Bank check, 5.5

719. Samuel L. Clemens. Wonderful ink signature, “Truly yours, Mark Twain,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2.25 card. In very fine condition.

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

Exceptional Dickens cabinet photo from his last public reading in America 721. Charles Dickens. Magnificent matte-finish 4 x 5.75 cabinet-

type portrait of Dickens affixed to a 5 x 7.75 mount, showing the author wearing a distinguished robe in a three-quarter-length pose as captured by J. Gurney & Son during an 1867 sitting in New York, signed on the mount in blue ink, “Charles Dickens, Twentieth April, 1868.” In very good condition, with a professionally repaired crack passing through his forehead (now hardly noticeable), a few similarly repaired thin tears to the image (most noticeably to the light area in the lower left), and an overall block of toning from previous display.

Dickens made his second trip to America in 1867–1868, touring the country and giving public readings along the way, where he was delighted and impressed at the reception given him. On the day he signed this, Dickens performed his last-ever reading in America at Steinway Hall in New York. Upon finishing, the author was hailed with thunderous applause and he gave a brief summation of his thoughts on his time in the United States, saying, ‘I shall never recall you as a mere public audience, but rather as a host of personal friends, and ever with the greatest gratitude, tenderness and consideration. Ladies and gentlemen, I beg to bid you farewell. God bless you, and God bless the land in which I leave you.’ With that, he left for England out of the port of New York on the following day, never to return. A fantastic image—his manager called it ‘the only good photograph of him in existence’—signed on an important date, this is a scarce photo, larger than typically seen, that marks the conclusion of Dickens’s journey across the Atlantic. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 186 | May 14, 2014 | LITERATURE

x 2, filled out and signed

by Cooper, “J. Fenimore Cooper,” payable to taxes for $22, January 14, 1840.

Nicely double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of the author to an overall size of 9.5 x 14.5.

In fine to very fine condition, with an expected bank stamp affecting the first few letters of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Alice in Wonderland author’s purchase of Dante 722. Charles L. Dodgson. Third-person

ALS, one page, 6.75 x 4.25, October 19, 1892.

In full: “Mr. C. L. Dodgson is happy to inform Mr. Doroning that he has found the ‘Dante.’

He overlooked it, in opening the parcel, and supposed that he either did not remember what his order had been, or concluded that the ‘Dante’ had been already sold. He had thrown aside the cover into a large box of waste paper, on searching which the book has just been found. He is very sorry to have given so much trouble by his careless. From Catalogue 271, he would like to have 106, Faiths—4/6—1892.”

Gorgeously double-matted and framed with an image of Dodgson reading a book to an overall size of 17.5 x 11.5. Two vertical folds and a small tear to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Exceptional literary content.

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

“I have hunted in vain: there are no daughters of Eve left”

“In my history I call the May 9th battle Richebourg-Festubert”

723. Charles L. Dodgson.

ALS signed “C. L. Dodgson,” one page, 3.25 x 5.25, June 4, 1879. Letter to Miss Willets. In part: “I have hunted in vain: there are no daughters of Eve left: but I will get some more printed.”

In fine condition, with light scattered foxing.

Miss Willets was the stepdaughter of James Legge, a sinologist and missionary in Hong Kong; Dodgson had met Miss Willets at a dinner party in February 1879, and had arranged for her to be photographed in Japanese costume. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

724. Arthur Conan Doyle. ALS signed “A. Conan Doyle,” one

page both sides, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, September 6. Letter to Colonel Green. In part: “I rather fancy I mentioned your name in my history in connection with the…battle—unless there are two Greens in the regiment. Anyhow your name is very familiar to me in connection with fine work in the front…In my history I call the May 9th battle Richebourg-Festubert. As you say it is difficult to fix the names. I will certainly note the point you mention…I’m not clear how the Sussex got into the 15th Highland Division…There is one advance with which I associate your name, of which I also should be glad to know more. It was October 31st with the 1st Northamptons.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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725. Arthur Conan Doyle.

ALS signed “A. Conan Doyle,” one page, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, March 23, no year. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “Do not disclose Judge Chitty’s name. I have now his leave to reproduce this picture in my next article.” He adds a postscript at the conclusion, in full: “In alluding to Chitty in this present week you can say ‘Son of a Judge’ but not that he is himself a distinguished lawyer, as that might be too near.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a few creases.

An interesting letter touching upon his own writing. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“April is the cruelest month” 726. T. S. Eliot.

Fantastic TQS, one page, 4 x 6, signed at the conclusion, “T. S. Eliot, 17.XII.61.”

A souvenir typed quote from the beginning of Eliot’s iconic poem “The Waste Land.” In full: “I. The Burial of the Dead. April is the cruelest month, breeding / Lilacs out the dead land, mixing / Memory and desire, stirring / Dull roots with spring rain.” Eliot also added an “e” to correct the misspelt “crullest.” In fine condition, with a light thumbprint to the right border. A remarkable quote holding the famous opening line of Eliot’s masterpiece, widely considered one of the most important poems in modern literature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I am extremely sorry and apologise for being so far from a prolific writer” 727. T. S. Eliot.

Two TLSs, each one page, 6.75 x 8, Faber and Faber Publishers letterhead, June 9 and July 13, 1948. Letters to German journalist and writer Hans Eberhard Friedrich, who had asked for contributions for the cultural journal Prisma. The first, in part: “I appreciate the compliment of your invitation to contribute to a special number of Prisma devoted to the memory of Goethe….but for me to write anything worth reading about Goethe after many years since I frequented his writings would be a labour requiring more time than I have at my disposal this year.” The second letter also declines a request from Friedrich, in part: “I have literally no unpublished verse at present, and as I am now engaged upon a play I am afraid that there will be nothing publishable for possibly a year to come. I am extremely sorry and apologise for being so far from a prolific writer.” Intersecting folds, filing holes to left side, and various office notations, otherwise overall fine condition. At the time, Eliot was working on The Cocktail Party, one of his more commercial plays—it would go on to win a Tony for its 1950 Broadway production—this was also the year that Eliot was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

728. Ian Fleming. Former

British intelligence officer (1908–1964) whose novels featuring suave spy James Bond have attained unprecedented and seemingly indestructible popularity in more than twenty film adaptations over the course of four decades. TLS signed “Yours ever, Ian,” one page, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, September 11, 1962. Letter to Albert Cohen. In part: “Thank you very much indeed for keeping in touch and I am much impressed by your brochure, except that from the photographs their [sic] seem to be a whole lot of goods on the shelves by [sic] nobody actually buying them! Perhaps you have managed to tempt some customers in by now! I have absolutely no news for you as my life has been totally uneventful, but I hope you were amused by the profile of me in Life of August 8th.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a vertical ink mark next to second paragraph. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare handwritten passage on the “solemn obligation” of marriage 729. Ralph Waldo Emerson. Autograph manuscript, one page, 6.5 x 7.75, no date. Emerson pens an interesting moralistic passage on the subject of marriage. In full: “I told Emily [possibly Emily Ervine Drury, a close intellectual confidante of Emerson’s] that my view might differ from hers in this, that I had from early impression a feeling of the Sanctity of the marriage vow. It was not to me merely a measure intended to ensure the happiness of two individuals, but a solemn obligation, which, whether it led to happiness or not, was the means of bringing home to the mind the great idea of duty, the understanding of which, & not happiness, seemed to be the object of life.” The first five lines were closely cropped from a different page and affixed at the top of the sheet, and the text bears a few light editorial pencil notations. In fine condition.

Accompanied by a blade of grass affixed to an off-white slip, labeled “From the grave of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Sleepy Hollow Graveyard, June ’86.”

Though undated, the tone of this passage indicates that it was likely written later in Emerson’s life. In his early twenties, he married Ellen Louisa Tucker and found himself consumed with happiness for their short union; her death two years later devastated him, ending his carefree first love. When he did remarry in 1835, it was centered more on an intellectual attraction. He and Lidian [nee Lydia] Jackson shared many views on political and social issues, raised four children together—one named after his first wife, Ellen—and by all accounts were a happy family. This remarkable manuscript, seemingly unpublished, illustrates a maturation of Emerson’s view on marriage, shifting the importance from the intense happiness of a young newlywed to the obligations of an older husband and father, bound by “the great idea of duty, the understanding of which… seemed to be the object of life.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Choice signature of the iconic Jazz Age author

730. F. Scott Fitzgerald. Ink signature, “F. Scott Fitzgerald,” on an off-white 6 x 1.5 slip clipped from the closing of a document dated December 29, 1938. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Fitzgerald looking through a book to an overall size of 12.5 x 17.5. In fine condition. A very nice example from a key period in his career, as he was situated in Hollywood working on scripts for MGM—including contributing to Gone With the Wind—and working on his final novel, The Love of the Last Tycoon (published posthumously as The Last Tycoon). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Nature poem published as a Christmas greeting 731. Robert Frost. Signed book: Our Hold on the Planet. Privately printed Christmas edition, 1940. Stitched softcover, 4.75 x 3.75, 12 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “Alex Mayer, from Robert Frost.”

In fine condition, with a spot of soiling to the front cover and light wear to edges. Frost personally sent these out in 1940 as Christmas cards. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

732. Robert Frost.

Signed book: Mountain Interval. Later printing. NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1921. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 9, 76 pages.

Signed on the first free end page, “Robert Frost, Amherst 1924.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/G+. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fuller reports on the progress of his iconic Dymaxion House 733. Buckminster Fuller.

Visionary American architect, inventor, writer, and philosopher (1895–1983) perhaps best known for inventing the geodesic dome, one of the signal developments in modern design and engineering.

ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, August 23, 1950. Letter to Robert J. Saunders, apparently responding to an inquiry about Fuller’s Dymaxion House, which he had built a prototype of in Wichita, but had not been commercially developed. In part: “Two of your letters have been forwarded to me from Wichita—I do not know of any further hopeful developments in Wichita but I am doing my best as per items enclosed to get some new momentum and can say that it is slowly building up. I hope in due course to be able to turn out a job enough better than Wichita to make it stick.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Fuller’s hand, three informational pamphlets about the project, and a letter from a Fortune magazine representative enclosing an article about the Fuller House.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Addressed to a dealer for one of Goethe’s greatest hobbies—rock collecting 734. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Hand-

addressed mailing envelope in Ge r m a n , 5 .2 5 x 4.25, stampdated March 25, 1827, initialed on the flap remnant affixed to the reverse with a red wax seal by Goethe, “JWvG.” The envelope is addressed to mineral dealer David Knoll in Carlsbad.

A crease to the top and scattered foxing and toning, otherwise fine condition. Goethe visited the Czech city Carlsbad 12 times between 1785 and 1820, where he befriended Joseph Muller, a stone cutter who had assembled a large cabinet of minerals; together, Goethe and Muller explored the geology and mineralogy of the Carlsbad area. After Muller’s death in 1817, David Knoll purchased and vastly expanded this collection of minerals. In addition to his literary endeavors, Goethe was also keenly involved in studies of natural science—he held the largest private collection of minerals in all of Europe, and had collected 17,800 rock samples by the time of his death. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“You’ll lean back in your chair, showing your legs, and laugh, showing your teeth, and say to everybody, ‘Listen to that!

He calls that experience!’”

737. Dashiell Hammett.

735. Maxim Gorky. Important Russian/Soviet author and activist (1868–1936). Though his criticism of the Communist government led to a relationship marked by conflict and unease, he was ultimately embraced (though closely monitored) by the Stalinist regime, and Stalin himself was a pallbearer at Gorki’s funeral. ALS in Russian, one page both sides, 5.5 x 8.5, Hotel Continental, Stockholm letterhead, November 5, 1921. Untranslated letter. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and uniform toning, with a few heavier spots. A bold and highly sought-after letter written during Gorky’s second period of exile from the Soviet Union. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Occasionally my characters force me against my inclination, possibly because of the innate truth of the matter” 736. Zane Grey. TLS, one page, 7 x 9.5, blindstamped personal letterhead, January 28, 1921. Letter to Walter K. Melick. In full: “There is no book which will give any actual record of Duane. As a matter of fact, my ideas for the story were gathered from tales of various Texas Rangers. The characters are in a way my own, but they are founded upon records of the times. As regards to Poggin and Duane there is just this much to say. Sooner or later every gunman met his equal or superior at the draw. Occasionally my characters force me against my inclination, possibly because of the innate truth of the matter.” Central vertical and horizontal folds, light toning, and a stain to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. Duane and Poggin appear in The Lone Star Ranger, Grey’s popular 1915 Western novel that was later adapted to both film and radio. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

American novelist (1894–1961) best known for detective and mystery classics such as the Sam Spade series (including The Maltese Falcon) and The Thin Man. TLS signed “SDH,” one page, 8 x 10.5, February 26, 1944.

Letter to Florence Manash. In part: “So, years from now, when I come back to New York, weatherworn and weary from the Aleutian campaigns, and shamble into CBS looking for a job—any kind of a job—there you’ll be sitting plump and pretty at the personnel desk, demanding, ‘What experience have you had?’ I’ll mumble something about having done some broadcasting from an Army station back on the Alaskan peninsula and about having an NBC program that ran a long time, and you’ll lean back in your chair, showing your legs, and laugh, showing your teeth, and say to everybody, ‘Listen to that! He calls that experience!’ Then I won’t know what the hell to do, so I guess it’s better all around if you either quit the job before I come back or I strike CBS off my list of places to go hunting jobs. Or am I being morbid? There was a long time you didn’t write me, sister. Get your Irish up about something again? Or what? There isn’t much to add to my last report from this corner of the world except, perhaps, that the weather, if possible, worsens as it goes along. At the moment, along with other things, I edit the Post newspaper and we’ve been known to get it out wading around—for three or four hours—in eight inches of icewater, which is by no means fun, since, in addition to the coldness of the water itself, that much water in the hut makes it necessary to put out the fire if we don’t want to all go poof!” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Despite his isolation and lack of creature comforts, 1944 proved to be a personally satisfying year for Hammett. With the war in the Aleutian theater effectively over (the Japanese had withdrawn and no longer posed a threat), he started The Adakian to inform, entertain, and reflect the views of the closed off soldiers. First printed on a ditto machine, the paper gained steam and resulted in policy disputes with top brass, who sometimes surppressed information. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Hawthorne document as Surveyor, shortly before his highly publicized dismissal 738. Nathaniel Hawthorne. Partly-printed DS, signed “Nath. Hawthorne,” one page, 8.5 x 7, May 6, 1848. Document stating duties have been secured on eighteen cords of wood brought into the ports of Salem and Beverly by William Lent on the schooner Leopard. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, brushing to first name of signature, some light mirroring of ink to left side, and toning to edges from previous display.

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

Hemingway’s ticket to a dangerous bullfight

739. Ernest Hemingway. Colorful 5.5 x 3 ticket for a bullfight at the Plaza Toros de Valencia, July 30, 1959, from the personal property of Roberto Herrera Sotolongo, personal secretary and good friend of Ernest Hemingway. Various folds and creases, a cancellation hole to the right side, and rough right edge, otherwise fine condition. On occasion, Hemingway would buy tickets and bring Roberto to the bullfights. On this particular date, matador Luis Miguel Dominguin was badly gored and thrown while fighting his third bull of the day in a mano-a-mano competition with his brother-in-law and rival, matador Antonio Ordonez, at the Plaza Toros de Valencia. Hemingway had become a fan of bullfighting while in Spain during the 1920s, and it is featured in many of his works. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A 1952 payment to photographer Roberto Herrera 740. Ernest Hemingway. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.5, filled out and signed by Hemingway, payable to Portactor for $30.00, December 6, 1952. Check is endorsed on the reverse by Roberto Herrera.

Several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, expected stamps and holes, and a bit of light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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741. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Handsome 4 x 6 cabinet photo of Holmes, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Oliver Wendell Holmes.” Published by the Notman Photographic Co. Housed in its original frame to an overall size of 6 x 8. In fine condition, with a slight brush to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The patriotic poet seeks to honor the great abolitionist, Henry Ward Beecher 742. Julia Ward Howe. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 8, March 22, 1887. Letter to Edward W. Bok, editor of The Brooklyn Magazine. In part: “I write now to ask when contributions to the Beecher Memorial should be sent, and also what would be the length desired.

I shall certainly be very glad to do what I can in rendering honor to so distinguished a memory.” In fine condition. Henry Ward Beecher had passed away on March 8, 1887, and Bok was compiling a series of memorial statements for the family. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord”

744. Aldous Huxley and Charles Morgan. Two ALSs: one by

Aldous Huxley, one page, 4.25 x 6.75, The Athenaeum letterhead, November 28, 1935, returning an erroneously sent letter; and one

by Charles Morgan, one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, no date, explaining his upcoming schedule. In overall fine condition, with some brushing to ink of the Huxley letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

743. Julia Ward Howe. Superb AQS on an off-white 7.25 x 2.5

sheet, signed “Julia Ward Howe, June 1903.” Howe pens the beginning of ‘The Battle Hymn of the Republic,’ perhaps the most famous line in the American canon. In full: “Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord.” Expertly double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 14 x 16. In fine condition.

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

745. Washington Irving. ALS, one page, 8 x 10, April 2, 1834.

Letter to a gentleman. In part: “This letter will introduce you to my young countryman and friend Mr. Edward Jones, who visits England in the course of a tour of Europe.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, significant dampstaining to left side, overall foxing and toning, and a small area of paper loss to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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749. Harper Lee. Signed

746. Henry James. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 6.75, October 26, 1910. Letter to Louise Walsh. In part: “Though returned from my long & dreary illness…the flood of letters (a truly terrific tide) which has really much overwhelmed us, though we have gratefully felt the kindness & sincerity of so many of them. Slowly I get better—but frequently still have (as have had) days & weeks in which I could but remain mournful & helpless…I shall spend, if possible, a certain time in New York, & there I will with pleasure come down & see you.” James has written the final paragraph across the top of the first page, making it somewhat difficult to decipher. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in his own hand. His brother, the famous philosopher William James, had passed away two months before this letter was written, worsening Henry’s already-present depression. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 747. Jack Kerouac. Personal

check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Kerouac, “Jack Kerouac,” payable to Long Island Lighting Co. for $20.14, August 14, 1958. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and slight show-through from bank stamp to reverse (not affecting the signature). The year 1958 marked the publication of The Dharma Bums. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

748. Aleksandr Kuprin. Russian

writer, explorer, an d ad ve ntu rer (1870–1938) best known for his story The Duel. ALS in Russian, signed “A. Kuprin,” one page, 8.25 x 5.25, no date.

Untranslated letter to fellow writer Vladimir Bienstock in Paris. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, two punch holes near top edge, and pencil notation under signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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book: To Kill a Mockingbird. 35th anniversary edition. NY: HarperCollins, 1995.

Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 323 pages.

Boldly signed on the half-title page in blue ink.

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

“Novels and bitches could form their own club” 750. Norman M a i l e r. T L S

signed “Norman,” one page, 8.5 x 11, August 15, 1971. Letter to his editor at Little, Brown and Co. In full: “128,000 words is more than I thought.

And as you know I have no great love for the Playboy interview, but I have a dim recollection of cutting it in such a way that the subjects had some relation to the rest of the book, so if length is a problem, I think it would be best for me to read the entire book in galleys and then look hard at what should be cut. I would suggest to you that one advantage of the length is to forestall any comments that it was necessary to work and scrape to eke out this collection. But of course I must admit the critics are one step ahead of me these days.

The summer has been hot in Vermont, ferocious in fact, with hordes of bugs. But meditation proceeds. Of course I never know what I’m up to until I start. Novels and bitches could form their own club.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a pencil line through greeting. The suggestions Mailer discusses in this letter are for Existential Errands, a collection of twenty-eight selections from his writings over a five-year period, published in 1972. The subjects include boxing, bullfighting, movies, foreign wars, black power, his famous account of the Ali-Frazier fight, and the making of his movie, Maidstone. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Superb image of the iconic New England poet

Unique and detailed sketch of the Nobel Prize– winning German novelist 752. Thomas Mann. Exquisite

751. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Uncommon 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Longfellow in a classic head-and-shoulders pose, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Henry W. Longfellow,” and inscribed on the reverse, “To Mr. Broadfield, with kind regards.

May 5, 1880.” Published by Lamson of Portland, Maine. Scattered spots of foxing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

sketched portrait of Mann in pencil

by Carola Hauschka Spaeth, 7.25 x 10, signed at the bottom in pencil, “Esrtaunlich [Amazing]!, Thomas Mann.”

Also signed in the lower right by the artist and dated 1939. Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 14.75.

In fine condition.

Spaeth (1883–1948) was a listed portrait artist whose work is held in the collections of institutions such as the University of Michigan Museum of Art, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, and American Institute of Physics. Signed images of Mann are quite scarce, and he was clearly impressed by this detailed, one-of-a-kind drawing—a magnificent piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Tell him to see Poems of a Jew by Karl Shapiro of the University of Nebraska.

I think he’s excellent”

753. Henry Miller. ALS, one page, 7.5 x 10.5, July 31, 1958.

Letter to Ann Perkoff. In part: “I’d be happy to do the preface if the publisher wishes it. I also just wrote Prof. Watson. Thank Stuart for me—for his book. Tell him to see Poems of a Jew by Karl Shapiro of the University of Nebraska. I think he’s excellent…Another book he’d love, I think, is The Last of the Bohemians by Andre Beucler…

It’s about Leon-Paul Fargue.” Double-matted and framed with a close-up of Miller to an overall size of 19.25 x 17. Intersecting folds and scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I’m so glad you saw ‘Gone With the Wind’ again, for I think it takes several viewings to see it all” 755. Margaret Mitchell. TLS signed “Margaret Mitchell Marsh,” three pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 26, 1943. Letter to to psychiatrist Dr. C. E. Mayos. In part: “I’m so glad you saw ‘Gone With the Wind’ again, for I think it takes several viewings to see it all. I hope that you noticed the beautiful musical score. I did not pay it any mind until the third time, and now I realize how much it added to the emotional effect. I saw the picture for the fifth time some months ago under the most pleasant circumstances.

Ambassador Grew, who had been practically a prisoner of the Japanese, was touring the country speaking for Civilian Defense. I sat next to him at a dinner and found him so simple and charming as to be instantly endearing. He had not seen the picture, as it had never been screened in Japan, and he was very anxious to see it. The owner of a chain of picture houses was kind enough to arrange a private showing for the Ambassador and a few other people. The nicest part about it all was that the Ambassador and I were seated on a soft, low, comfortable sofa. Four hours of ‘Gone With the Wind’ on an uncomfortable seat and with a bad back aren’t the pleasantest things in the world, but this was a comfortable and happy experience. Everybody present had seen the film several times except Mr. Grew, but all of us cried at the appropriate places and I think he did too. At least, he blew his nose very loudly several times.” Mitchell has made a couple of corrections in her own hand. In fine condition. Grew was the US ambassador to Japan and had been interned for nine months by the Japanese government following their attack on Pearl Harbor. In addition to this notable recipient, Mitchell letters featuring Gone With the Wind content are highly sought after—this example, in which she discusses her own thoughts on the screen adaptation of her novel, is of the utmost desirability. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Scarce signed first printing of Gone With the Wind 756. Margaret Mitchell. American author (1900–1949)

whose single novel, Gone With the Wind, became one of the best-sellers of all time and spawned one of the most fabled movies in Hollywood history. She died after being struck by a speeding car at the age of 48. Signed book: Gone With the Wind. First edition, first printing (with “Published May, 1936” on copyright page). NY: Macmillan, 1936. Hardcover with dust jacket (second-printing jacket, with Gone With the Wind listed at the top of the first column), 6 x 8.75, 1037 pages. Signed in black ink on the front free end page “Margaret Mitchell.” Autographic condition: scattered toning to signed page, not detracting from Mitchell’s bold and crisp signature, otherwise fine condition.

Book condition: VG+/VG-. When Mitchell wrote Gone With the Wind, she had no idea of the sensation it would become. It was an instant bestseller, selling over 1,000,000 copies within the first six months of its publication, and she became so overwhelmed by the countless requests that she received to autograph copies of her novel that less than a year after its publication, she vowed not to sign any more, not even for close friends or relatives. A handsome copy of this 20th-century classic, particularly elusive in uninscribed examples. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Nicely signed limited edition of his plays 757. Eugene O’Neill. Signed book: The Plays of

Eugene O’Neill Volumes 1-12. Limited first edition of 770 copies (this being No. 345). NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1934. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5. Signed in fountain pen on the colophon in Volume I by O’Neill.

Autographic condition: fine. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

“How many ‘Dec 7th’s’ there have been in Europe?” asks the children’s author, “They, the Nazis, certainly choose to waste bullets in wanton cruelty” 758. Beatrix Potter. Scarce ALS

signed “Beatrix Heelis,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, December 28, 1941. Letter to Mrs. Mahony Miller, the founder of the Horn Book Magazine who frequently corresponded with Potter. In part: “It seems an age since ‘Dec 7th’—We could hear your president’s every word distinctly. His speech was fine; direct and forcible in its simple statement. Only, all the time I listened I kept thinking—how many ‘Dec 7th’s’ there have been in Europe?…There are beginning to be local reports of sailors—saved and lost…There is just one thing to be said in favour of the Japs—they did not machine gun the rescues which the Nazis would have done! They, the Nazis, certainly choose to waste bullets in wanton cruelty…I posted you a transcript of 2 old unfinished tales belonging to the Caravan series, on Nov. 26th…More & more men are being called up. We have cause to be thankful to the Russians who have a large population to draw upon…There is plenty to eat and much to be thankful for—not least a relief that U. S. A. has at last realized and woke up before too late.

I hope you are both well—as we are here—and may we all see the dawn of peace in 1942.” Central vertical and horizontal folds with a slight edge separation at the top, and toned mounting remnants to the upper corners, otherwise fine condition.

Potter lived in the countryside at Hill Top Farm in Near Sawrey for most of her adult life, including during wartime, where she felt relatively safe given the remote area; she did, however, believe that her estate was situated on the path of a bombing route, as planes were constantly flying overhead. There had been a brief scare earlier in 1941, when an entire print run of The Tale of Peter Rabbit was destroyed during a bombing raid on London. Potter’s original watercolor illustrations for the books were returned to her at Hill Top Farm for safekeeping, given the diminished threat. One of the “old unfinished tales” she mentions sending was likely ‘Wag-by-Wall,’ a story she began in 1909 and intended for inclusion in The Fairy Caravan, but was never actually published. Near the end of her life, she granted Miller permission to publish it in a Christmas edition of The Horn Book. Between the mention of her work and discerning remarks on World War II—including an allusion to President Roosevelt’s ‘Day of Infamy’ speech following the attack on Pearl Harbor—this is an immensely fascinating letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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759. John Howard Payne. American ac-

tor and author (1791– 1852). His most famous single work is the song ‘Home, Sweet Home.’ ALS, one page, 8 x 10.25, April 12, 1848. Letter to J. J. Hyde. In full: “I have conversed with a German Gentleman (a Cutter of fortune in a large business here) who is supereminently qualified to give a fair and reliable opinion of your cast-steel invention. He says if the results you enumerate can be realized, it will be a great affair; but he doubts this; and the more in consequence of having seen several failures of equal promise and expectation upon the same subject. He says there can be great deception even in specimens and specimen trials.

He has consented, however, through friendship for me, to be present with you and me, if it can be so managed, at the manufacture of any article which may attend a test, when he will pronounce judgment honestly. Should it prove favorable, I will immediately proceed in my best endeavors to push the speculation. Pray, therefore, let me hear from you as soon as convenient in reply to the present suggestion.”

Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in Payne’s hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a couple passing through single letters of signature, paper loss and soiling to second page, and scattered toning and foxing over text. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Signing a copy of her first non-fiction work 760. Ayn Rand.

Signed book: For the New Intellectual: The Philosophy of Ayn Rand.

First edition, first p r i n t i n g . N Y: Random House, 1961. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 242 pages. Signed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint by Rand. Autographic condition: fine, with some mild toning to signed page, as well as an ownership signature and label.

Book condition: VG/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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761. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings. Signed

book: The Sojourner.

Presentation edition, first printing, number 519. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1953. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 327 pages.

Neatly signed on the colophon in fountain pen. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG+. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Early letter by a leader of German Romanticism

762. August Wilhelm Schlegel. German poet, translator, and critic (1767–1845) known for his translations of Shakespeare. ALS in German, signed “A. W. Schlegel,” one page, 7.25 x 8.75, January 6, 1791. Letter to philologist Christian Gottlob Heyne, responding to a request that he translate an invitation to the university into English.

Schlegel writes that he can do it, but that Mr. Kirchner should look through his work. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, a few creases, and two small pieces of tape affixed to the left edge. Schlegel began attending the University of Gottingen in 1786, where he studied classical philology under Heyne. It was here in 1788 that he wrote his very first significant publication, De geographia Homerica commentatio, under Heyne’s supervision. He graduated from the university in 1791, the year he penned this letter, after which he went to Amsterdam where he served as a private tutor and began to work seriously on his Shakespeare studies and poetry. A superb, early letter associated with what Schlegel is best known for—translation. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“In the next few days I will send the manuscript, ready for printing, of: ‘About the Love and Death of the Cornet Otto Rilke’” 763. Rainer Maria Rilke. Choice ALS in German, one page, 5.5 x 8.75, July 26, 1904.

Letter to “Most esteemed Professor,” August Sauer. In part (translated): “My best thanks for your kind letter of July 11…in the next few days I will send the manuscript, ready for printing, of: ‘About the Love and Death of the Cornet Otto Rilke’ to the editorial offices of the ‘Deutsche Arbeit.’ As yet, no final determination has been made for the place of publication for the Ellen Key essay in German translation; I will let you know definitely as soon as I have been informed.” In fine condition.

In September of 1895, the energetic young Rilke, engrossed in Prague’s German literary scene, began his winter term at the German Carl-Ferdinands (Charles) University, where he first met Professor August Sauer. Not only his teacher, but also the founder and editor of the Prague journal Deutsche Arbeit, Sauer took a great interest in Rilke’s career, encouraging his work even after the latter moved to Paris in 1902 to begin his study of the artist Rodin. As noted in this letter, Rilke sent his second version of The Lay of Love and Death of Cornet Otto Rilke (originally written in 1899, and later changed to ‘Christoph Rilke’) for publication in the October, 1904, issue of Sauer’s journal. With its early date and the notable reference to Swedish feminist writer Ellen Key, with whom he shared a well-known close correspondence and friendship, this is a highly desirable letter from the passionate young poet at the start of his career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Regarding a submission to his new Catholic magazine, Concordia 764. Friedrich von Schlegel. German poet, critic, philologist, and scholar (1772–1829). ALS in German, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.75, December 4, [1820]. Letter to Bartholomew Kopitar regarding a manuscript by Wilhelm Schutz submitted as a contribution to the Concordia, a conservative Catholic magazine that Schlegel established in 1820. In very good condition, with a tape-repaired complete separation to the adjoining fold, and a couple small repaired edge tears.

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766. George Bernard Shaw. ANS

765. 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. Uncommon matte-finish 5.25 x 3.25 postcard photo of Schnitzler in his study, signed on the reverse in pencil. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

signed “GBS,” one page on a 4.25 x 2 personal correspondence card, July 13, 1943. In full: “As the Allen article is now forgotten I doubt if the enclosed is worth publishing. However, here it is. It is easy to tear it up if it is no use.”

Matted and framed to an overall size of 7.25 x 5. In very good condition, with two vertical creases and subtle soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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767. George Bernard Shaw. ALS signed “G.

Bernard Shaw,” one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, September 22, 1905. Letter to journalist C. K. Shorter. In full: “I have just answered a letter from the Dean of Westminster dated August 1890. I am therefore taking you enormously out of your turn in now answering yours of the 31st May last.

Dodd, Mead & Co set Max Pemberton on to me; and after various trumpery offers have now at last come up to my terms; but nothing will come out of it, as my own publishers will not let themselves be outbid. My delay in answering about Thomas Hardy is nothing short of scandalous. Excuse me to Mrs Shorter and to him as best you can. We must fix up a meeting the middle of October, though I leave Ireland at the end of this month.” Central vertical and horizontal folds and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

768. George Bernard Shaw.

ALS signed “G. B. S.,” one page both sides, 7 x 4.5, personal letterhead, May 7, 1927. Letter addressed to “Maddening Woman,” poet Margaret L. Woods. In part: “I tell you I received no exceptional treatment, and would not have accepted it if it had been offered.

All the members were made honorary members of the R.S.L. to qualify them for that election....he written rule is that members must be either ordinary or honorary fellows. As to May, she always looks like that as far as my experience goes.

Laurence Binyon proposed her years ago; but Gosse could not be persuaded that such a person existed. I agitated for her, for Clemence Dane, for Rebecca West, and all the live young women, but in vain.

But it doesn’t matter: the wretched thing has never really been alive.

I have asked Squire to second W. L. He will be turned down because he does not resemble Sidney Lee, which is exactly why I want him elected.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare check written between ‘Ozymandias’ and his trip to visit Byron

769. Percy Bysshe Shelley. Bank check, 7.75 x 3.5, filled out

and signed by Shelley, “Percy Bysshe Shelley,” payable “to self” for £15, March 2, 1818. A couple unobtrusive creases to corners, cancellation notations passing through his first and middle names, and slight ink erosion to the recipient area, otherwise fine condition.

This check marks an extremely important date for Shelley and his family, both personally and professionally. January 1818 saw the publication of his most famous poem, ‘Ozymandias,’ as well as the release of the immensely influential story written by his wife—Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Additionally, just ten days after writing this check the Shelleys would embark for Italy, where they visited with Byron. Shelley’s writing was reinvigorated and he published Julian and Maddalo later that year, a lightly disguised rendering of his boat trips and conversations with Byron; this poem marked the appearance of Shelley’s ‘urbane style.’ In addition to its important date association, Shelley is rare in any autographed material. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

770. Samuel Francis Smith. AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 7 lined sheet, signed “S. F. Smith, Written in 1832, June 3, 1887.” Smith pens the famous 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 mountain side, / Let freedom ring.” Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 16 x 13. In fine condition, with mild edge toning.

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Unique oversized original sketch of Don Quixote 771. Shel Silverstein.

Very nice original pencil drawings by Silverstein, unsigned, dominated by a large image of Don Quixote on horseback on an 11.75 x 17 offwhite sheet. Large image shows Quixote sitting atop his horse holding a long pike or lance. Image is surrounded by several other faces and body sketches of men, and a seven-point list written out under the horse, with one line reading, “Literary symbolism of sexy book.”

Silverstein’s list continues on the reverse with an additional 28 entries or ideas, including, “Head grows new body,” “Duel profanity,” “Cork won’t come out of wine bottle—out—he doesn’t like it,” “The red knight & red room,” “Guy in rags—ignored—naked arrested,” and “Ballerina—1-measles 2-broken leg 3-pregnant 4-Lumbago.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, some light edge creasing, and expected soiling. A one-of-a-kind work capturing the essence of the famed artist—combining lighthearted sketches with more adult content, humor and intellect abounding. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Max told me how you covered for me. I would do the same for you” 773. John Steinbeck. ALS signed “John,” one onionskin page, January 17.

An effusive letter of thanks. In full, “You are a good friend. I always knew it but now I am doubly sure. Thanks very much. Max told me how you covered for me. I would do the same for you. It happens that it (was) not necessary but you didn’t know that and you covered any way. One day before too long I am going to make a special trip down with no other end in view except to go on that long walk you and I have been planning for—how long is it? Ten years? Thanks again Dave. Hope I can be of help to you some day.” In good condition, with paper loss to bottom and left edge not affecting text or signature, small tear to bottom blank portion of page, scattered wrinkles and creases, and several small smudges to text. “Max” mentioned in the letter is most likely Steinbeck’s longtime friend Max Wagner. Max’s wife, Edith, is credited for being Steinbeck’s first writing coach and Max later served as the inspiration for Steinbeck’s The Red Pony. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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One of the foremost 20th century American poets 774. Wallace Stevens. Pulitzer Prize–

winning poet (1879– 1955) whose works include ‘Valley Candle,’ and ‘The Emperor of Ice-Cream.’ Uncommon TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Hartford Accident and Indemnity Company letterhead, June 2, 1948. Letter to Wittenborn and Company.

In part: “You seem to have special facilities for picking up things in Switzerland…The museum of Luzern is holding an exhibition this summer of paintings…from the collection of the Grafen von Liechtenstein.

No doubt there is a catalog. I should like very much to have a copy of this.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, staple holes to top left, a diagonal pencil line through text, several pencil and ink notations, light creasing, and a uniform shade of mild toning. Several years after sending this letter, Stevens would win the Pulitzer Prize for his Collected Poems. Despite the accolade, he turned down numerous offers to teach, including one from Harvard, preferring to remain at the Hartford, where he was a vice president. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

775. Bram Stoker.

Irish author (1847–1912) best known for his horror classic Dracula. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Lyceum Theatre letterhead, November 4, 1887. Brief letter written as actor Henry Irving’s secretary. In full: “A thousand thanks for the flowers, & for your thoughtful courtesy, which were much appreciated both by Mrs. Irving & by yours most truly,” signed at the conclusion by Irving, “Henry Irving.” In fine condition, with slight show-through in the left border from mounting remnants to the reverse and a few creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The abolitionist author requests “a chance to revise the proof of my last article”

776. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Author (1811–1896) whose classic 1852 novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin brought the issue of slavery to the forefront of American consciousness. ALS signed “H. B. Stowe,” one page both sides, 3.75 x 4.75, no date. Letter to a friend. In part: “Mr. Stowe had already expressed to me his wonder at seeing such a name among your contributors—& feared it would injure your circulation—will you insure a chance to revise the proof of my last article. I must make an important alteration in it.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The War and Peace author in English and Cyrillic— signed on the reverse of Shakespearian quotes

777. Leo Tolstoy. Uncommon ink signatures in both English and Cyrillic, “Leo Tolstoy,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1.5 slip clipped from a calendar book, featuring two printed Shakespeare quotes on the reverse, one from Tempest and one from King John. In fine condition.

Scarce in either form, this is a remarkable example of the two versions of Tolstoy’s signature, made all the more desirable by its association with Shakespeare—two of the most important authors in the history of literature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I’m going there, she said, to the spirits bright, Tom I’m going before long” 778. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Rare and boldly penned AQS on an off-white 4.75 x 7.5 sheet, signed “Harriet Beecher Stowe, Feb. 13 1894.” Stowe pens a quote from Uncle Tom’s Cabin: “I’m going there, she said, to the spirits bright, Tom I’m going before long. Even so, beloved Eva! Fair state of thy dwelling! Though art passing away. Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Chap 22d.” Attractively double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 17.5 x 14.5. In fine condition, central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Quotes from the influential canonical work are rare and exceptionally desirable. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The controversial nature writer and childhood diarist

“Good English flourishes beside the bad, just as the weeds flourish along side of the flowers” 779. Frank H. Vizetelly.

Lexicographer, etymologist, and editor (1864–1938) who worked for Funk & Wagnalls. TLS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, The New Internation Encyclopaedia & Year Book letterhead, October 18, 1933. Letter to Carol Bird discussing variations of spoken English in response to a question of “where the best English could be heard.” In part: “I know of no region that can be selected as speaking better English than another….After all, good English flourishes beside the bad, just as the weeds flourish along side of the flowers. We in New York have faults of our own, and probably do not blush for them for the simple reason that so many of us make mistakes. The perfect man has yet to be born; the perfect speaker is still a long way off.” In very good condition, with small edge separations at mailing folds, tape-repaired paper loss to the right edge of the second page, a rusty paperclip mark to the upper left, and some stray ink blots. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

780. Opal Whiteley. American nature writer and diarist (1897–1992) whose childhood journal was first published in 1920 as The Story of Opal in serialized form in the Atlantic Monthly. Scarce Christmas card hand-made by Whiteley, 2.5 x 4, labeled on the front, “Christmas Thoughts,” signed inside with a kind sentiment, “This little moss and leaf from the Oregon West come to bring my Christmas love to you.

May his blessing be with your both, Opal Whitney, Dec. 18, 1921.” Pieces of moss are affixed on the front cover and inside, and a leaf is also affixed inside. In fine condition.

A one-of-a-kind item and the first Whiteley autograph we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Whitman pays the board for his brother at the County Asylum 781. Walt Whitman. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Whitman, payable to order C. F. Currie for $45.50, August 2, 1889.

Currie was the superintendant of the County asylum at Blackwood, where Whitman’s brother Eddy was committed. In fine condition, with cancellation cut to body, and a couple of light brushes to date and pay line. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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783. American Authors

784. American Authors

785. Isaac Asimov

786. Authors

787. Charles Bukowski

788. Charles Bukowski

789. Edgar Rice Burroughs

790. Agatha Christie

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792. Paul Laurence Dunbar

793. Allen Ginsberg

794. Bret Harte

795. Rudyard Kipling

796. Jack London

797. Lord John Ten

798. James Michener

791. Alexandre Dumas, fils

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799. Arthur Miller

800. Poets

801. Emily Post

802. J. K. Rowling

803. J. K. Rowling

804. Dr. Seuss

805. Dr. Seuss

806. John Steinbeck

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807. Alice B. Toklas MB $200

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808. Kurt Vonnegut MB $200

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809. Tennessee Williams MB $200

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810. Tennessee Williams MB $200

814. William Butler Yeats MB $200

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classic music 815. Bela Bartok. Hand-ad-

dressed mailing envelope, 6.25 x 4.75, filled out with his name and return address on the flap, “Bartok, Kavics u. 10,” and addressed on the front to “Herr Paul Aron, Dresden A, Zinzendorfstr. 9.”

Attractively matted and framed with an unsigned portrait of Bartok to an overall size of 11.25 x 16.75, with a window on the reverse for viewing of his signature on the flap. In very good condition, with numerous tears and creases to top of the envelope from opening, affecting much of the signature and return address (portions of which are no longer present). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

817. Maria Callas. Uncommon matte-finish 6.25 x 9.25 photo of

Callas smiling in a candid pose, signed and inscribed to a friend in yellow felt tip, and dated 1974. Inscription and signature a few shades light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Thanks for the sweet words about Stravinsky”

816. Leonard Bernstein. ALS signed “Lenny B.,” one page on

a 3 x 5.25 postcard, March 16, 1956. Letter to Mr. Joe Roddy at Life Magazine. In full: “Thank you so much for the pretty present. There are two or three that I like very much—but mostly I like you giving them to me in such a gifty format. And thanks for the sweet words about Stravinsky.” In a postscript, he adds, “What I’m doing on Down You Go is earning the rent. What else?” Also addressed on the reverse in Bernstein’s hand. Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 11.75, with a window on the reverse for viewing of the address panel. In fine condition, with a bit of brushing to ink and the postmark affecting the left side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 206 | May 14, 2014 | CLASSIC MUSIC

818. Alfred Cortot. ALS in French, one page, 5 x 6.75, Langham

Hotel letterhead, March 3, 1929. Untranslated. Attractively doublematted and framed with a portrait of Cortot to an overall size of 9.75 x 17. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

44 original drawings by the iconic Italian tenor 819. Enrico Caruso. Remarkably unique custom-bound hardcover album, 15.5 x 19.5, containing 44 caricature drawings by Enrico Caruso.

Each drawing—31 in pencil or graphite and the remainder in ink, crayon, or pencil traced over in ink—has been sleeved into a mat, and the mat sheets bound into the album. The drawings range in size from approximately 7.75 x 4 to 12 x 8.5. Sketches primarily feature portraits of men in profile, but also include men in formal wear, a clown figure, a singer in a Shakespearean costume, an abstract sketch, a person in manacles, a woman in profile, and a self-portrait. Two sketches signed “Enrico Caruso” and three signed on the reverse, one “E. Caruso” and the others “Enrico Caruso.” Sixteen items bear show-through from the reverse of either numbers, dates, initials, or possible signatures. In fine condition, with scattered light toning to the pages, one mat page loose, and some wear to the gilt lettering. The album was once housed within a secondary cover, with the spine and front board detached and the back board barely attached.

Caruso was not only the most famous—and best—tenor who ever lived, he also could draw gorgeous caricatures. This immense volume is a superior example of this artistic touch. The high-quality sketches also show hints of Caruso’s humorous side in some of their make-up, as caricatures are wont to do, with elongated and exaggerated features. Although research has shown that some of the examples here are similar in design to Caruso drawings that have been reproduced throughout the years—comparable examples can be found in his son’s book, Caruso’s Caricatures—the exact drawings here do not appear to have ever before been published. Among the 44 likenesses are depictions of French composer Gustave Charpentier, conductor Nahan Franko, and violinist Mischa Elman, as well as a self-caricature of Caruso in Les Huguenots. According to the consignor, this truly one-of-a-kind collection was originally the property of their father, a minor Italian tenor whose family lived in Chicago from the 1930s onward.Accompanied by a 2010 insurance appraisal of the collection. Truly an incredible item worthy of having its praises sung! RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Exceptional portrait of the preeminent modern composer 820. Antonin Dvorak. Esteemed Czech composer (1841–1904) of orchestral and chamber music, best known for his Symphony No. 9, ‘From the New World.’ Rare 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Dvorak, signed at the bottom of the image, “Ant. Dvorak,” with an additional dedication to a woman in Czech. Published by Josef Mulac of Prague. Mild spotting to image and a crease to the upper right corner tip, otherwise fine condition. A highly desirable autograph rare in any form. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

823. Wilhelm Furtwangler.

821. Gabriel Faure. Influential

French composer (1845–1924). ALS in French, on a 3.5 x 5.5 picture postcard of a mountain goat, 1910. Postcard to Madame J. Fauri in Orse, France.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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822. Rudolf Friml. Czech-born

composer (1879– 1972) of such ‘light’ classics as the operettas ‘The Firefly,’ ‘Rose Marie,’ and ‘The Vagabond King.’ AMQS on an off-white 6.5 x 4 card, signed “Rudolf Friml, Prague, September 7, 1928.” Friml pens four bars from one of his works. In fine condition.

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Highly regarded German conductor (1886– 1954) who became embroiled in controversy with the rise of the Third Reich.

Though vehemently antiHitler, he was widely viewed as a Nazi sympathizer, which severely impacted his career.

Uncommon matte-finish 4 x 5.75 postcard photo of the conductor in a head-and-shoulders pose, signed in fountain pen, “Furtwangler.” Silvering to dark areas of the image and fair contrast to portions of the signature against the dark background, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

824. Victor Herbert.

AMQS on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Herbert pens three bars of music from his opera ‘Natoma,’ signing underneath, “Sincerely yours, Victor Herbert, March 1921.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned 5 x 7 photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

825. Alfred Hertz.

Oversized matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Hertz with a cigar clenched in his teeth, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, in German and signed “Alfred Hertz, Sept. 1927.”

In very good condition, with trimmed edges, a horizontal tear to right edge, scattered silvering to darker areas of background, and some foxing to left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

828. Fritz Kreisler. Two items: ALS, one page, 5.75 x 9,

Hotel Wellington letterhead, January 22, 1923, enclosing a payment; and an ink signature, “Fritz Kreisler, 1907,” on an off-white card. Letter is matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 14.5, and the signature is matted with an unsigned portrait and framed to an overall size of 8.75 x 13.5. In overall fine condition, with various office notations to the letter and light toning to the card. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

826. Leos Janacek.

Czech composer, musical theorist, folklorist, publicist, and teacher (1854–1928) considered one of the most important opera composers of the first half of the 20th century. Ink signature and inscription in Czech on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, (translated): “I will send / Yours faithfully devoted / Leos Janacek.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

827. Aram Khachaturian.

Armenian composer (1903-1978) of the spirited ‘Sabre Dance.’

AMQS on a 5 x 6.25 off-white sheet. Khachaturian pens a single bar of music, signing at the top, “Aram Khachaturian,” adding the date underneath the quote. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

829. Theodor Leschetizky. Polish pianist, professor, and composer

(1830–1915). Impressive matte-finish 6.5 x 8.75 photo of Leschetizky posing beside a bust of Beethoven, affixed to its original 11.5 x 17.5 mount, boldly signed and inscribed on the mount in German in black ink, and dated 1914. Also signed by the photographer, Pauline Hamilton. Framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 19.5. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fantastic Liszt letter on his 1845 Beethoven monument 830. Franz Liszt. LS in German, signed “F. Liszt,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, August 7, 1845. Untranslated letter to the Austrian tenor and later producer at the Vienna Court Opera, Ludwig Cramolini about the unveiling of the Beethoven Memorial at Bonn and the Beethoven festival there. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and slight haloing to ink. Just five days after this letter, on August 12, 1845, a large bronze statue of Beethoven was unveiled in Bonn, his birthplace, to honor the 75th anniversary of his birth. Just eight years after the composer’s death, August Wilhelm Schlegel helped to organize the Bonn Association for the Beethoven Monument, calling for a permanent monument to be erected in the town square. Although it was enthusiastically embraced at an ideological level, fundraising attempts faltered and the project nearly went extinct before Liszt intervened in 1839, personally donating 10,000 francs to the fund. With Liszt’s advocacy, the project began to materialize and—after a long five years—a three-day Beethoven Festival was organized in Bonn, the highlight being the official unveiling of the monument. Liszt had also financed the construction of the venue for the event, which was attended by the likes of Queen Victoria, Hector Berlioz, and Jenny Lind. With Liszt working to cement the Beethoven’s legacy in the town square, this is a truly remarkable letter associating two of classical music’s greatest figures. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

832. Giacomo M e y e r b e e r.

831. Nicolai Malko. Ukrainian symphonic conductor (1883–1961) who emigrated to the US at the outbreak of WWII. Choice glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, boldly signed against the light background in fountain pen, “Nicolai Malko 1939, New York.” In fine condition, with trivial paper loss to lower right corner tip. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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German-born composer (1791– 1864) best known for such operas as Les Hugenots and Robert le diable.

ALS in French, signed “Meyerbeer,” one page, 5 x 7.75, no date but circa 1849.

Untranslated. Intersecting folds (a horizontal fold passing through the signature) and light overall foxing and wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mahler’s extensively hand-annotated score used for the Vienna premiere of Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin

833. Gustav Mahler. Printed score of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s opera Eugene Onegin, as used by Mahler for conducting the Vienna premiere on November 19, 1897. Published in Hamburg: D. Rahter, 1890. Hardcover, 8 x 10.75, 219 pages. Extensively hand-corrected throughout by Mahler in pencil and blue crayon, making various edits, corrections, deletions, and notes for his interpretation of the work. Mahler also noted the names of the actors in black ink next to the cast listing on the first page. In very good condition, with edges worn, hinges reinforced, and a few pages loose or reattached. Originates from the estate of the Wagner tenor Hermann Winkelmann (1847–1912), who had known Mahler personally. After Winkelmann’s death, the present score was given to his son, Eduard Walter Winkelmann, who saved it after the WWII bombing of Osnabruck—one of the few family pieces salvaged from the rubble. It was inherited by his son. Hugo Hermann Winkelmann (1912–2006), and given by him as a present to his daughter Heidelinde. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Hugo Hermann Winkelmann, in part (translated): “This piano score was used by Gustav Mahler for the Vienna premiere of ‘Eugene Onegin’ at the Vienna Court Opera on November 19, 1897. The handwritten entries including text and tonal changes are from Mahler’s hand, as my father told.”

Prior to the Vienna premiere in which Mahler used this score, he had conducted its German debut in Hamburg on January 19, 1892, in the presence of Tchaikovsky himself. Showered with praise, Tchaikovsky attributed the terrific success of the production to Mahler, whom he described as ‘not some average sort, but simply a genius burning with a desire to conduct.’ The ultimate goal of Mahler’s career was to obtain an appointment in Vienna, and he at last joined the Vienna Court Opera in May 1897 as a staff conductor and director-designate, pending confirmation of his appointment as director by the emperor, which he received in October. His production of Eugene Onegin came the following month, and it was performed a total of 20 times during his decade-long tenure with the company. This hand-edited score is a wonderful treasure of operatic history, representing one of Tchaikovsky’s crowning achievements as well as an important moment in Mahler’s conducting career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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834. Opera. Collection of eight programs from the Metropolitan Opera House, various performances, dating from the late 1940s to early 1950s, each signed on the gatefold by a performer. Signers are: Margaret Harshaw (2), Fedora Barbieri (2), Eleanor Steber, Licia Albanese (2), and Cesare Siepi and two others. In fine condition, with some brushing and mirroring to one of Albanese’s signatures, small, notations to each cover, and some scattered covered wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 835. Opera. Collection of nine programs from the Metropolitan Opera House, various performances, all from the 1950s, each signed on the gatefold or front cover by a performer.

Signers are: Licia Albanese (4); Fedora Barbieri; Helen Traubel; Hilde Gueden; Jerome Hines; Eleanor Steber; and Cesare Siepi; and one other. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautifully penned music by the Russian master

838. Sergei Prokofiev. Eminent and prolific Russian composer

(1891–1953) best known for his colorful, rhythmically vigorous works, including symphonies, operas, and much music for keyboard and chamber ensembles. AMQS on an off-white 5.75 x 3.75 album page, signed “Serge Prokofieff, 1937.” Prokofieff pens three bars from a work in G major. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

836. Opera. Collection of nine programs from the Metropolitan Opera House, various performances, dating from the late 1940s to early 1950s, each signed on the gatefold by a performer. Signers are: Helen Traubel, Irra Petina, Fedora Barbieri, Eleanor Steber, Nadine Conner, Licia Albanese (2), Ljuba Welitch, and Paolo Silveri and Giacinto Prandelli. In very good to fine condition, with small notations to front covers and a couple of loose pages. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 837. Opera. Five ink signatures of opera singers and musicians on individual sheets and cards, including: Alma Moodie, Titta Ruffo, Tito Schipa, Ernestine Schumann-Heink (ins), and Beniamino Gigli. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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839. Giacomo Puccini. Italian composer (1858–1924) who earned a central place in the operatic pantheon with such repertoire staples as ‘La boheme,’ ‘Madama Butterfly,’ and ‘Tosca.’ ALS in Italian, signed “Puccini,” one page, 6 x 9.5, Torre Del Lago letterhead, February 25, 1918. Untranslated letter to Lucio d’Ambra in Rome. Puccini has also addressed the panel on the reverse. In very good condition, with overall toning, heavier to bottom, and mounting remnants on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Writing to the composer who would carry on his work

840. Josef Rheinberger. German organist and composer (1839–1901).

ALS in German, signed “Jos. Rheinberger,” on a 5.5 x 3.5 portrait postcard of Burg Schwaneck, September 3, 1901. Untranslated letter to noted American composer and conductor Louis Adolphe Coerne, who studied under Rheinberger and posthumously completed several of his compositions. In fine condition, with scattered surface loss to address side of card, and some light toning to edges of correspondence side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The opera composer recommends a clarinetist 841. Gioacchino 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. ALS signed “G. Rossini,” one page, 5 x 7.75, March 31, 1843. Letter to Signore Campieri at Mantova recommending “with the utmost warmth” a clarinet player. In very good condition, with fragile intersecting folds with partial separations, scattered foxing, and a few small edge tears. Mantova is noted for its significant role in the history of opera—one of the earliest surviving operas, L’Orfeo by Monteverdi, debuted in Mantova in 1607, and it serves as the setting of Verdi’s Rigoletto—an interesting musical connection to this letter. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

842. Russian Composers and Singers. Collection of three

items, each signed in Russian by a composer or singer. Signers are: Leonid Sobinov (inscribed program), Tikhon Khrennikov (inscribed broadside; and TLS). In overall very good condition, with scattered foxing to program and other signatures and endorsements to letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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843. Jean Sibelius. Distinguished Finnish composer (1865–1957) of

Romantic-nationalistic tendencies, best known for his seven completed symphonies and the tone poem Finlandia. Large ink signature, “Jean Sibelius,” on an off-white 7.25 x 3 sheet. In fine condition, with a vertical fold through first letter of signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

844. Jean Sibelius. Two envelopes: one early en-

velope addressed in Sibelius’s hand to a gentleman in “Linz (Deutschordenskirche)”; and a commemorative cover signed in fountain pen by Sibelius. Both are matted and framed with identical images, the first to an overall size of 11.75 x 19 and the second to an overall size of 15 x 17. In overall fine condition, with toning and some brushing to ink on the earlier envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

846. Gaspare Spontini. Italian

845. Jean Sibelius. Fountain pen signature, “Jean Sibelius,” on

an off-white 5.5 x 2.25 card. Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 10.75 x 15. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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opera composer and conductor (1774 -1851), extremely celebrated in his time, though largely forgotten after his death.

ALS in French, signed “Spontini,” one page, 5.25 x 8.5, 1835. Boldly penned untranslated letter to a gentleman. Letter is affixed to a slightly larger off-white sheet, which is in turn affixed to an 8.5 x 11 sheet. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, a uniform shade of mild toning, and a small diagonal separation to right edge.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinary Prague United Music Artists diploma from the year of The Bartered Bride

847. Bedrich Smetana. Distinguished Czech composer (1824–1884) best known for his colorful symphonic poem The Moldau and the opera The Bartered Bride. DS, one page, 20.75 x 16.5, 1870.

Diploma for Czech composer Frantisek Kavan, admitting him as an honorary member of the Prague United Music Artists. Signed at the conclusion by Smetana as a member of the board of directors.

Also signed by Czech opera singer and founder of HLAHOL Jan Ludvik Lukes as chairman, Michal Hradecky as vice-chairman, and clarinetist Julius Pisarowitz as a member of the board of directors.

In very good condition, with tears to top and bottom edges and mild staining. It seems that this was an organization founded by musicians to support widows and orphans in Prague. In 1870, Smetana completed one of his most important works, The Bartered Bride, a comic opera in three acts considered to have made a significant contribution to the development of Czech music. It had initially premiered in 1866 to little success, after which Smetana revised it—when it was presented at the Provisional Theatre in its final form in September 1870, The Bartered Bride became a tremendous public success. Smetana material is extremely scarce in any format, and this large, visually appealing diploma is unlike any others we have ever encountered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Crystal-clear portrait of the bandleader in ornate uniform 848. John Philip Sousa. Glossy 6.5 x 8.75 bust portrait of Sousa

in his bandleader’s uniform, signed vertically on the left side in fountain pen, “John Philip Sousa, 1908.” Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 14.5. Moderate scattered creases (one affecting the end of his signature), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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849. William Grant Still. Prominent African-

American composer (1895–1978) whose pioneering Afro-American Symphony (1930) was the first work of its kind. Typed tribute letter, signed “William Grant Still,” one page, 8.5 x 11, dated September 1943. Tribute to Walter White commemorating his 25 years of service to the NAACP. In full: “To Walter White, on the completion of twenty five years of service for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People—Dear Walter, Your brilliant mind, quick wit, and constructive aggressiveness have helped you to make a splendid contribution to our democracy. In these crucial times, no more enduring praise could be given to any American.” In fine condition, with marginal binding holes along left edge. White was a civil rights activist who led the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) for almost a quarter of a century and directed a broad program of legal challenges to segregation and disfranchisement. Having both African and European ancestry, he and his family identified as Negro and lived among Atlanta’s Negro community. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

850. Richard Strauss. German

composer (1864– 1949) whose colorful symphonic poems and operas earned him a place among the most important figures in late-19th and early 20th-century music. His bestknown work is ‘Also Sprach Zarathustra’ (1896), which attained iconic status as the theme of the film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Distinguished matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Strauss seated in an armchair, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Richard Strauss, 29.1.42.” Stamped on the reverse by photographer Marie Tschiedel of Vienna. Scattered creases, most noticeably to the bottom, one passing through the date but signature itself unaffected, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

851. Igor Stravinsky. AMQS on a gold trimmed 5.25 x 3.25 off-white deckleedge card. Stravinsky pens a single bar of music, and signs and inscribes, “To H. Keith Thompson, Sincerely, I. Stravinsky, New York, July 1962.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

852. Ambroise Thomas. French composer of light

operas (1811–1896). Bold AMQS on an off-white 6.75 x 4.5 sheet, May 1895. Thomas pens seven bars of music and lyrics of a melody sung by Psyche, signed and inscribed at the conclusion. Nicely double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 18.25 x 10.75. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Remarkable letter to his one-time collaborator and director of the Paris Opera 853. Giuseppe Verdi. ALS in French, signed “G. Verdi,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 8, May 18, 1857, Reggio, Italy. Letter to French author Alphonse Royer, in part(translated): “I have just received a letter where I am told that my accounts with the Opera house (regarding the balances of Il Trovatore) have not yet been paid. Mr. Blanchat, whom I had empowered to receive for me the sums that I am entitled to receive, tells me that ‘difficulties’ were evoked to explain the delay, which surprises me very much as I thought everything had been well agreed between us two. He adds that he was advised to wait for my return to Paris to settle this question! As I [am unsure] of when I will have the time to return to Paris, I pray you pay this sum to Mr. Blanchat.” Verdi adds a brief postscript, in full: “I am always in Busseto in the Duchy of Parma.”

In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and a few light wrinkles and creases.

On January 12, 1857, Verdi’s four-act opera Il trovatore (The Troubadour) made its French debut at the Paris Opera’s Salle le Peletier under the direction of the distinguished author and theater manager Alphonse Royer. A decade into their acquaintance—Royer had written the libretto for Verdi’s Jerusalem in 1847—Verdi reached out to Royer to settle the financial matters surrounding the performance. Returning to Italy immediately following the show, the composer engrossed himself in his work, writing Simon Boccanegra and extensively reworking Stiffelio (into Aroldo) within the first eight months of 1857; understandably, he announced that he was too busy to return to Paris to handle the matter. An excellent and incredibly rare handwritten letter from a prolific period in the brilliant composer’s career, with fantastic association to a major figure in the French opera scene. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Wonderful oversized cabinet portrait 854. Giuseppe Verdi. Superb 6.75 x 9.75 imperial cabinet photo of

Verdi wearing a classic hat in a fine head-and-shoulders pose, signed in black ink, “G. Verdi, Montecatini, 1 Agosto 1898.” Published by P. Tempestini of Montecatini. In very good condition, with overall surface spotting and a ding to the top of the mount. Verdi frequented Montecatini throughout the last twenty years of his life, an area of Italy known for its spa and a destination for many of his contemporaries, such as Mascagni and Leoncavallo. At this point, he had finished writing his last work, Quattro pezzi sacri, which had been performed in Paris for the first time in April. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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contemporary music Bon Scott and the rest of the original lineup sign their final album together 855. AC/DC. Highway to Hell album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Bon AC/DC,” “Angus Young AC/DC,” “Malcolm,” “Phil AC/DC,” and “Cliff Williams AC/DC.” Moderate contrast to several of the signatures, including Scott’s, and some light creases, otherwise fine condition. The record is included.

Due to Scott’s tragic death in early 1980, items signed by the legendary vocalist are exceptionally rare and highly sought after among rock collectors.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Angus’s gold record for Blow Up Your Video 856. AC/DC. Flower hologram-style RIAA gold record award

presented to Angus Young “to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the Atlantic Record…’Blow Up Your Video.’”

Framed with the disc, cassette, and presentation plaque to an overall size of 16.5 x 21. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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First pressing of the Beatles’ debut album, signed at their Cavern Club Good Friday session in April 1963 858. Beatles. A mono black/gold first pressing of the Beatles’ Please Please Me album signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr.” General wear to corners, creases to edges and front cover, and a bit of light soiling to back cover, otherwise fine condition. All of the signatures are large and quite bold, and the record is included. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part, “These signatures were obtained at the famous Cavern Club in Liverpool on April 12, 1963, when The Beatles headlined an 8 hour Rhythm and Blues Marathon…the signatures were obtained by a helper working that day at the club, roughly 3 weeks after the album’s March 22nd release date, and these are large, excellent representative examples of each from this period.” The employee who obtained the signatures had given Neil Aspinall a hand in moving equipment into the club for their show; after bringing the band refreshments at Aspinall’s request—making tea for Ringo and bringing Coca-Colas for McCartney, Lennon, and Harrison—the young man was too shy to ask the musicians for their autographs, so Aspinall asked them to sign the album for him. Each signed, with McCartney signing last before handing it back. This show marked the Beatles’ second-to-last performance at the Cavern Club—four months later, on August 3rd, the band would play their 292nd and final show there, saying farewell to the venue that had given them their start.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500)

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Early 1963 signatures from Scotland, with a one-of-a-kind backstage candid—“I sat on John Lennon’s knee and he gave me a cigarette” 859. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “John

Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison, xxx, The Beatles,” and “Ringo Starr, xxx,” on the reverse of an unrelated 3.5 x 5.5 photo of a couple. Also signed by five unidentified others. Mild scattered creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “I got enclosed autographs in 1963 in the Museum Hall, Bridge of Allan, [Scotland, January 5, 1963]. I…used to go along every Saturday night. I saw Eden Kane, Screaming Lord Sutch, Drumbeats…and this new group called the Beatles.

They were brilliant, after the show I went back stage to get their autographs, this might be too much information, but I sat on John Lennon’s knee and he gave me a cigarette (I couldn’t tell me mom, as she didn’t know I smoked).” Also includes an original candid snapshot of the group backstage at the venue and a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. A very early set of signatures from the penultimate date of the Beatles’ first tour of Scotland, enhanced by a detailed backstory and unique candid photo.Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Unique complete set of 1963 Beatles signatures—seven in all!

860. Beatles. Unusual set of vintage ballpoint signatures on two 6 x 4 album pages: one prominently signed on the front by John Lennon and signed twice on the reverse by George Harrison; and one signed on the front by Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, and signed again on the reverse by McCartney. The page signed by Paul, George, and Ringo has had a stain professionally removed, otherwise overall fine condition.

These autographs were obtained at the Regal Cinema, Cambridge, England, on November 26, 1963, and are accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. An appealing set of large, uninscribed Beatles autographs, signed just four days after the release of their second album, With the Beatles. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Choice signed program page after ousting Orbison as the 1963 tour’s headliner 861. Beatles. Tour program page, 8 x 10.25, from their Spring

1963 tour of England with Roy Orbison, featuring individual portraits of all four band members. Signed in fountain pen, “Paul McCartney,” and “Ringo Starr,” and in blue ballpoint, “John Lennon,” and “George Harrison.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo dating the signatures to circa May 1963, and stating, in part: “These signatures date precisely from the period of their time on the road with Roy Orbison, and this very tour represents a tangible and critical turning point for The Beatles in 1963, and by the end of the year they would be the biggest things in Great Britain.” In fine condition, with expected light wrinkling. Originally the headliner, Orbison was quickly reduced to number two on the bill, as the Beatles—and their fans—completely dominated the show. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Larger uninscribed portrait of the ‘Fab Four’ 862. Beatles. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo

of the band posing together in a row, signed in fountain pen, “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” and in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney.” Reverse of photo bears a “Studio ‘4’ and Topical Press Agency,” London stamp. In very good condition, with scattered creasing and surface marks, minor skipping to McCartney’s signature as well as moderate contrast to much of his last name, light irregular adhesion to last portion of Harrison’s signature, a single tack hole to top edge, and some trivial edge tears. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Large set of pre-invasion signatures acquired as Beatlemania exploded

863. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures,

“Love from the Beatles, John Lennon xxx,” “George Harrison xxx,” “Ringo Starr xxx,” and “Paul McCartney xxx,” on an off-white 5.5 x 6 sheet. Sheet is affixed to a sheet of heavier cardstock and double-matted with a composite photo of the band to an overall size of 12 x 20. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, which dates the signatures to mid1963. In very good condition, with sheet having been professionally cleaned and restored along the folds, intersecting folds passing through portions all four signatures, several small separations and tears, and a hint of trivial toning. A visually-striking large and uninscribed set of signatures obtained as the band’s commercial success would soon bring them world wide exposure. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

864. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon,”

“Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.25 card. Signatures date from 1963–1964.

Double-matted and framed with a 45 rpm record and sleeve for ‘I Saw her Standing There’ to an overall size of 18.25 x 19. Scattered creases, several passing through portions of signatures, a bit of light soiling, and an appearance of some professional conservation to the card, otherwise fine condition.

Provenance: Sotheby’s, 2000. A nice uninscribed set signed just before the Beatles conquered the world. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Grossman’s difficult-to-find Places I Remember

865. Beatles: Henry Grossman. Limited edition book: Places

I Remember. Limited edition of 1200 copies (this being No. 807).

United States: Curvebender Publishing, 2012. Hardcover with custom clamshell case, 10.5 x 13.25, 528 pages. In very fine condition. Book is housed in its original shipping box. These books sold out almost instantly and their demand far outweighs those available. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

George and Ringo sign for an adoring fan

Signed in his driveway in October 1963

867. Beatles: George Harrison. Vintage

ballpoint signature, “George Harrison, xxx, (Beatles),” on an off-white 4 x 5.5 album page bearing a collector’s date notation of October 22, 1963, and small magazine photo of Harrison affixed to the right side. Scattered creases and a tiny tear to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a brief letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “My sister was walking past George’s house in Mackets Lane, Liverpool (22.10.63) and George was outside his house washing his green Jaguar car—hence the autograph! She said he was not a man of many words but pleased to sign.” Also accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

866. Beatles: Harrison and Starr. Vintage

ballpoint signatures and inscriptions, “To Maureen, Love from the Beatles, Ringo Starr xxx,” and “To Maureen, love from George Harrison xxx,” on an off-white 6.5 x 8 sheet. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold below Harrison’s signature and some scattered light creasing and wrinkling. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

868.

Beatles: George Harrison. Ballpoint signature, “George Harrison,” on an off-white 7.25 x 1.75 slip. Light creases and toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extremely desirable limited edition of Live in Japan

869. Beatles: George Harrison. Signed book: Live in Japan. Limited edition of 3500 copies (this being No. 993). England: Genesis Publications, 1993. Hardcover with slipcase, 10 x 13, 271 pages. The book features commentaries written by Harrison and each band member as well as over 500 previously unpublished photos from the tour. Book is handsomely housed in a custom made slipcase together with the two Live In Japan compact discs, replicas of the laminate backstage pass used on the tour, an “after show” pass and replicas of four guitar picks used by Harrison and Clapton. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: Fine/None. Only approximately half of these publications were sold before Harrison’s death in 2001. After his passing, legal proceedings stopped the sale of the remaining copies, making those that made it to the marketplace highly sought-after collectibles. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

871. Beatles: George Harrison. DS, one page, 8 x 11.5, Sep-

tember 29, 1972. Harrison orders one autophone for installation at Friar Park, agreeing to the 95-pound yearly rental price. Signed near the bottom in black felt tip by Harrison, who also initials the right border twice. Matted with a color photo to an overall size of 20 x 15.5. In very good condition, with uniform toning to page, Harrison’s signature and initials very light but still legible, expected document wear, and mounting remnants to top and bottom edge.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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John’s first published solo work highlighted with a sketch

872. Beatles: John Lennon. Signed

book: In His Own Write. Later printing. London: Jonathan Cape, 1964. Hardcover, 5.5 x 7, 78 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Susan, Lots of love from John Lennon xxx,” adding a sketch of an unusual face under his signature. Front pastedown is signed and inscribed by songwriter Lionel Bart.

Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: G+/None. Signature may very well originate from the Foyles Luncheon which was held in honor of the book’s publication, as Bart was in attendence as well. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $300)

Choice 1963 Meet the Beatles magazine, beautifully signed by their beloved frontman 873. Beatles: John Lennon. Extraordi-

nary Meet the Beatles magazine, Star Special #12, published

by World Distributors in 1963, 7.25 x 9.75, signed by Lennon on his biographical page in blue ballpoint, “John Lennon.” In fine to very fine condition, with trivial creases to spine.

A superb example with incredible visual appeal. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Gigantic Lennon signature on an official fan club poster signed during the Helping Hand Marathon 874. Beatles: John Lennon. Very nice 25 x 19.5 poster from 1970, distributed only to members of the official Beatles Fan Club, featuring all four members with Lennon in the foreground, signed in purple felt tip above his image “John Lennon.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Frank Caiazzo, who dates the signature to the mid-1970s, adding, “This signature is quite large, measuring 7˝ across, and it is unusual to see Lennon signatures this size on anything.” Also included is an original flyer from the WFIL Helping Hand Marathon during which the signature was originally acquired. In fine condition, with poster having been linen-backed to a slightly larger size, and light intersecting folds from previous storage. In May 1975, Lennon, who hadn’t made public appearances in years, traveled from New York to Philadelphia to help out with the charity radiothon, spending hours on the air, answering phones, signing autographs, and personally meeting nearly 2,000 fans who flocked to see him. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Royalty agreement for the White Album’s ‘Wild Honey Pie’ 875. Beatles: John Lennon. DS, one page, 8 x 10, October 15,

1968. An agreement between publisher Northern Songs and the Performing Right Society regarding the division of fees for the song ‘Wild Honey Pie,’ in which 6/12ths (the composer’s share) is to be paid to Maclen (Music) Ltd., while the other 6/12ths (the publisher’s share) is to be paid to Northern Songs, Ltd. Lennon has boldly signed in black felt tip as composer, while Neil Aspinall has signed in ballpoint as Director of Northern Music. In fine condition, with faint paperclip stain at top, trimmed bottom edge, tiny marginal tear, and a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to reverse. Aspinall, one of the key members of the ‘Liverpool Mafia’ who surrounded the Beatles throughout their career, started as the Beatles’ road manager. He later became their personal assistant, managing director of Apple, and head of Apple Films, in which capacity he produced the Beatles’ silver-screen swan song, Let It Be. The song named in the document, ‘Wild Honey Pie,’ was first released as on the Beatles’ iconic White Album. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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876. Beatles: Paul McCartney.

My Brave Face CD signed on the front cover of the booklet in black felt tip, “Paul McCartney.”

In fine condition.

The CD is included.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

The Beatles’ swan song 877. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Let It Be

album signed on the front cover in silver ink. In fine condition, with light ‘ring of wear’ to covers.

The record is included.

Consignor indicates that the signature was obtained near Washington, DC, on the day of McCartney’s 2013 concert at Nationals Park. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

879. Beatles: Paul and Linda McCartney. Ballpoint signature

and inscription, “To Melanie, all the best! Paul McCartney,” adding a small sketch of a smiling face under his signature, and “love, Linda McCartney,” on an off-white 4 x 5.75 Monastery Hotel and Restaurant card. Some scattered light toning and soiling and a central horizontal fold, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable Venus and Mars poster 878. Beatles: Paul and Linda McCartney. Poster originally issued with the

Wings album Venus and Mars, 29 x 19.5, boldly signed in black ink, “Paul McCartney” and “Keep it up, Linda McCartney.” Numerous folds with minor splits at intersections and some scattered creases, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “I went to see Wings in 1975 at Newcastle City Hall. Before I went, I sent the poster to the box office, asking Paul & Linda to sign the poster & keep up the good music…A few weeks later, I received the poster, complete with autographs.” Also accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Sheridan signs an album “In fond remembrance of the ‘old days’ with J. P. G. R. (& P. & Stuart too)”

880. Beatles: Tony Sheridan. British singer-songwriter/guitarist (born

1940) who was an earlier collaborator of the Beatles; they served for a time as Sheridan’s backup band in the early 1960s. It was with Sheridan that the Beatles (billed second, as the “Beat Brothers”) made their album debut in 1962, with My Bonnie. Two albums: Just a Little Bit of Tony Sheridan, signed on the back cover in black felt tip, “In fond remembrance of the ‘old days’ with J. P. G. R. (& P. & Stuart too), Love, Tony Sheridan” and The Beatles with Tony Sheridan and Guests, signed on the front cover in red felt tip. In fine condition, with some light cover creases to second album. Consignor indicates that the first album was signed especially

by Sheridan for Paul McCartney whom he had hoped to meet while in Moscow. The records are included. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

881. Beatles: Ringo Starr. Vintage ballpoint

884. Sidney Bechet. Glossy 7 x 9.25 publicity photo, signed along the bottom of the image in blue ballpoint. In very good condition, with moderate to heavy contrast to signature and some scattered light creases and surface marks.

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

signature, “Ringo Starr, xxx,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3 slip clipped from a 1963 Beatles UK tour program, featuring a small portrait of Ringo on the left side. In fine condition, with irregularly clipped edges. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

882. Beatles: Ringo Starr. Desirable 8.25 x 12 centerfold magazine photo from the February 1964 issue of The Beatles Book, signed later in black ballpoint, “Ringo Starr.” In fine condition, with a horizontal fold where it was once bound into the magazine.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

885.

Bee Gees. Idea album signed on the reverse in ballpoint by Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb, Maurice Gibb, Vince Melouney, and Colin Petersen. In fine condition, with a small split to the top edge. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

883. Beatles: Ringo Starr. Color limited edition 20.25 x 16 giclee print entitled ‘Zak,’ numbered 96/100, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip, “Ringo 05.” Framed to an overall size of 21.25 x 17. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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886. Irving Berlin. Sheet mu-

sic for ‘Yiddle on Your Fiddle, Play Some Rag Time,’ 10 x 13, five pages, signed on the front cover in blue ink by Berlin. Music is housed in a custom-made hardbound presentation which measures 10.5 x 13.25. In fine condition, with a few scattered light folds and creases to cover, and a small repair to top right corner tip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Twice-signed charming portrait of the country legend

“I am giving your thoughts on ‘The Song and Dance Man’ a lot of consideration” 888. George M. Cohan.

TLS, one page, 7.75 x 7, Geo. M. Cohan Productions letterhead, September 27, 1923. Letter to Ralph Holmes, the dramatic editor of the Detroit Times. In part: “I am giving your thoughts on ‘The Song and Dance Man’ a lot of consideration.

Thank you very much for your fine letter and the trouble you took in tipping me off as to how you felt about the thing.” Impressively double-matted and framed with the cover from sheet music for ‘When You Come Back’ to an overall size of 16.75 x 28. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Oversized.

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

889. Cream. Uncommon color

887. Patsy Cline. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo by Rush Studios, signed in fountain pen, “Your friend always, Patsy Cline ‘Decca.’” Photo is also signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “To Marie, Always, Patsy Cline.” Scattered light creases, old tape toning and remnants to corners, and ink notations in the lower border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

vintage 7 x 8.5 magazine photo of the band in groovy attire, signed in black ballpoint by Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, and Ginger Baker. A horizontal fold passing through their faces and a vertical fold to the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

890. Cream. Large vintage felt tip signatures, “The Cream, Eric Clapton,” and “Cream!

Jack Bruce,” and a green ballpoint signature, “Ginger Baker,” on individual off-white lined sheets, with collector’s notations indicating signatures were obtained on November 15, 1967. All three are double-matted and framed with an original first printing color promotional postcard for the band’s 1968 shows at the Fillmore and Winterland Ballroom to an overall size of 23.25 x 23.25. In fine condition. On that date in 1967, the band played a show at the Lorensbergs Circus, in Gothenburg, Sweden. A magnificent set of signatures featuring one of the largest Clapton signatures we have ever seen, measuring seven inches long. Oversized.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare Dylan as captured

by Liebowitz in 1986

891. Bob Dylan. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dylan strumming a flipped left-handed Martin acoustic guitar, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Originally acquired by drummer Charlie Quintana, who played in Dylan’s band for several tours. This image was captured during a 1986 sitting with Annie Liebowitz, one of the foremost portrait photographers of the modern era. Dylan is scarce in any form, and the associations with his own drummer and the renowned photographer—who got her start with Rolling Stone—make this a remarkably desirable example. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

893. Jerry Garcia.

Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Ruth, good luck & stuff, Jerry Garcia, Grateful Dead,” on an off-white 5 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

894. W. C. Handy. Signed book: Father of the Blues. Later printing.

NY: Macmillan Company, 1947. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 317 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Ralph Lindsley, Esq., W. C. Handy 8-7-1948.” Autographic condition: fine, with some light surface loss to signed page along spine. Book condition: VG/ None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

892. Grateful Dead. Three items: an art show promotional card

for a 1992–93 Jerry Garcia exhibit in California, signed in blue felt tip; a color postcard for a Grateful Dead and Chuck Berry show at the Fillmore West, signed in felt tip by Bob Weir and Mickey Hart; and a half-title page for Searching for the Sound, signed in felt tip

by Phil Lesh. All three are double-matted and framed together to an overall size of 24.25 x 14.5. In fine condition, with Hart’s signature light, but legible. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 230 | May 14, 2014 | CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

895. The Kinks. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Ray of the Kinks,” “Dave Davies,” “Peter Quaife,” “Love Mick, the Kinks,” and one other on four individual album pages. All four are matted and framed with the band’s name to an overall size of 19.75 x 13. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Flamboyant suit from John’s benefit store 896. Elton John. One of John’s personally-owned suits. Suit consists of an extra long, bright red Rayon and silk single-breasted jacket, featuring a single-button front and an “Alexander McQueen Italy,” maker’s label sewn in the lining, and a partially attached McQueen chain above the label; matching beltless slacks, and a black long-sleeve Gianni Versace dress shirt, accentuated with black vertical stripes. Shirt bears an “EJAF” tag. Outfit was acquired from Elton’s Closet, a pop-up shop for the Elton John AIDS Foundation, in Rockefeller Center in 2006. On the day that the store opened, this suit was displayed in the window with an additional rose-adorned mesh shoulder piece. In fine condition. A vibrant ensemble which perfectly captures John’s love of fashion, while also touching on one of his many humanitarian projects.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

897. KISS: Crazy Nights Crazy. Specialty Records 12˝ acetate of KISS’s 1987 single ‘Crazy Crazy Nights.’ Identified in felt tip on the label, as “Kiss,” and dated August 6, 1987, a month before the release of the album. In fine condition. Originates from the personal collection of legendary engineer and producer Ron Nevison. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Terrific vintage set of Zeppelin signatures 898. Led Zeppelin. Scarce

vintage ballpoint and felt tip signatures of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Bonham, and John Paul Jones on an off-white 8 x 5.5 sheet of lined graph-like paper, with collector’s notation next to signatures and a small label affixed to right edge. Matted and framed with a small reproduction of a concert poster to an overall size of 18.25 x 11. In fine condition, with some light blocks of toning over notations and edges, with a bit over the top of Bonham’s signature. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. Complete vintage signatures of the band members are quite uncommon and are highly coveted by serious rock and roll collectors. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

899. Glenn Miller. Endorsed Okeh–Odeon Records business check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by the company’s president and treasurer, payable to Glenn Miller for $50.00, April 1, 1929. Typed memo states check is “For the following arrangement: W401715–Mean to Me.” Endorsed on the reverse, “Glenn Miller, A. Glenn Miller.” In fine condition, with a couple of vertical folds to center and expected stamps and cancellation holes. This is the first check we have ever offered from Miller, who was just 25 at the time, made even more desirable by his scarce full signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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900. Moody Blues. Vintage ballpoint signatures of Justin Hayward, John Lodge, Mike Pinder, Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge, Denny Laine, and Rod Clark on three off-white sheets, with one sheet affixed to a large notebook page. In fine condition, with small tear to bottom of Lodge’s sheet, and some scattered light creases and soiling. One slip is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Can you do anything for me in N. Y.,” asks Nico in an incredibly rare letter: “The movie is O. K. but does not take me into my world” 901.

Nico.

Extremely rare ALS, one page, 5.5 x 3.5, January 12, 1970.

Letter to Danny Fields in New York. In full: “I am getting nostalgic over the old life of living so solitary. Can you do anything for me in N. Y. I would follow your advise [sic]. The movie is O. K. but does not take me into my world.” Framed with a photo of Nico on stage with the Velvet Underground to an overall size of 8.25 x 10. In fine condition, with a bit of mild toning and a light postal cancellation over top of text, not affecting the legibility. The film referred to in the letter is most likely Francois de Menil’s short promotional film Evening of Light, released in December of 1969, starring Nico and her then-boyfriend Iggy Pop. De Menil, a friend of Andy Warhol’s and totally obsessed with Nico, was jealous of their relationship and used the film as a tool to hurt Nico. Not surprisingly, she was not thrilled with the final product, as evidenced by the letter offered here. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

903 . Edith Piaf and Louis Armstrong.

Ballpoint signatures of Edith Piaf, Louis Armstrong, and three others on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet. A central horizontal fold passing through the large first letter of Piaf’s signature, uniform toning, and show-through from signatures to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original Floyd foursome including the elusive Syd Barrett 904.

Pink Floyd. Scarce

vintage ballpoint signatures, “Syd,” “Rick,” “Nick,” and “Roger Waters,” on a light yellow 4 x 6 album page, with small collector’s notations around signatures. Matted and framed with a small reproduction of a 1966 concert poster, signed in silver ink by artist Bob Masse, to an overall size of 12.75 x 10.75.

In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original animation from 1982’s The Wall 902. Pink Floyd. Program cover from a live performance of The Wall, signed in blue and black felt tip by Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Nick Mason, and Rick Wright. Matted and framed with an original hand-painted animation cel from The Wall, to an overall size of 31.25 x 17.5. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling to cover. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Donating his papers to the Library of Congress 905. Cole Porter. Important American composer and lyricist

(1891–1964) best known for his urbane, witty lyrics, and sinuous music.

DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, November 1963. Agreement with the Library of Congress to receive “physical documents and papers” with Porter assigning all his rights to possession and ownership. Signed on the second page by Porter. In fine condition, with expected light document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

906. Cole Porter. ALS, one page, 6.5 x

9.75, October 14, 1946. Letter to Robert A. Guth. In full: “Thank you so much for your letter of October 7th. I appreciate it greatly.”

Attractively double-matted and framed with a photo of Porter to an overall size of 19.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Unused ticket from Presley’s raucous second show in La Crosse in 1956 908. Elvis Presley. Original unused ticket for Elvis Presley and his Variety Show, held on May 14, 1956, at the Mary E. Sawyer Auditorium in La Crosse, Wisconsin, at 9:30 p.m., 4 x 2, with an original price of $1.50. In fine condition. Already mired in controversy from his suggestive movements during earlier television appearances, a group of concerned citizens went so far as to call the district attorney hoping to stop this second show of the evening. Two days later, the La Crosse Register wrote a letter to FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover suggesting Presley was a danger to national security. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Super scarce uninscribed Presley live album

909. Elvis Presley. On Stage, February, 1970 album signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint. Mild ‘ring of wear’ and rubbing to both covers, back cover slightly peeling at a couple of corners, and some edge dings and creases, otherwise fine condition. The record is not included.

Recorded at the International Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, On Stage was released in June of 1970, and focused on songs not normally associated with Elvis. The album features his number one single, ‘The Wonder of You,’ as well as future concert staples ‘C. C. Rider,’ and ‘Polk Salad Annie.’ This was an especially notable year of performances for Elvis, with not only the recording of this album, but also the MGM film Elvis: That’s the Way It Is, which documented his Las Vegas Summer Festival in August. Presley is extremely scarce in uninscribed albums.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Great uninscribed RCA Victor promo card 910. Elvis Presley. Vintage 2.5 x 3.5 promo

card featuring an image of Elvis strumming his acoustic guitar, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Yours, Elvis Presley.” The front is captioned “Elvis Presley: Exclusive RCA Victor Recording Artist,” and the image bears a facsimile signature. Encapsulated in a plastic SGC authentication holder. In very good condition, with significant overall creasing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Classic 1970s image of the King 911. Elvis Presley. Tour program from the mid-1970s, 7 x 14, with the front cover featuring a full-length color image of Elvis wearing one of his trademark white jumpsuits, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Susie, Love, Elvis Presley.”

In fine condition, with scattered creases, a few dings to edges, and light contrast to portions of the signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce RCA Victor photo of Elvis the soldier

913. Elvis Presley. Vintage 8 x 10 cardstock RCA Victor public-

ity photo of Elvis in his full dress uniform, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Brenda from Elvis Presley.” Photo also bears a pre-printed signature and sentiment to lower right corner. In very good condition, with a few areas of surface loss and toning from old tape removal, a few tack holes to top edge, scattered creases and surface marks, and a bit of soiling to background. An unusually early pose of Presley, who was stationed in Germany from 1958–1960, and turned down multiple special assignments and opportunities, serving as a regular soldier at the insistence of Colonel Parker. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Presley’s triumphant 1956 return to his hometown 914. Elvis Presley. Original ticket from Presley’s September 26, 1956, concert

at the Mississippi-Alabama Fair and Dairy Show in Tupelo, Mississippi. Light green ticket measures 2 x 1, with a face value of $1.50, which was double the amount for other headliners at the fair. Double-matted and framed with three reproduction photos for the event and a descriptive plaque to an overall size of 18.5 x 22. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1970 photo album signed an incredible three times by Elvis while sitting in his car

916. Elvis Presley. Amazing Elvis Presley 1970 souvenir photo album, 8.5 x 11, 20 pages, full of great images of Presley performing, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint; signed and inscribed on the back cover, “To Sandy from Elvis Presley”; and once more signed and inscribed on the inside back cover, “To Sandy, Elvis Presley.” Accompanied by a photo of Presley signing this very album while sitting in his car. In fine condition, with a bit of mild handling wear. Also included are letters from Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and Cooper Owen auction houses, all of whom inspected the signatures. An outstanding item boasting three signed color images and complete with superlative photographic provenance, which is quite uncommon. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Handsome early portrait of the renowned Broadway composer

918. Richard Rodgers. Exceptional vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9.25 bust portrait of Rodgers, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Cliff, a swell feller, from his friend, Dick.” Blindstamped in the lower right by the photographer, Nickolas Muray of New York. Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.25 x 15.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

919. Rolling Stones. Vin-

tage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, and Charlie Watts and a vintage pencil signature of Bill Wyman, on four album pages, with one page also signed by Ian Stewart and Jagger’s page signed by one other, with small collector’s notations to the pages. All four are double-matted and framed with an original 45 rpm sleeve for ‘(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,’ to an overall size of 14 x 22. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exceptional set of original Stones signatures 920. Rolling Stones. Vintage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Bill Wyman on an off-white 4.5 x 4 album page; and a ballpoint signature, “Brian Jones xx,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

921. Rolling Stones. Vin-

tage ballpoint signatures and inscriptions of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Charlie Watts on individual off-white lightly-lined slips.

Each slip is removably encapsulated in acid-free Mylar. In fine condition, with tape remnants to edges of each slip, none affecting the signatures.

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924. Simon and Garfunkel. Program for a Simon and Garfun922. Sig Romberg. Choice AMQS on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card.

Romberg pens two bars of music from the song “Lover Come Back to Me,” which he wrote for the Broadway show The New Moon. Doublematted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 12.5 x 14. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

kel concert presented by Harold Davidson and Tito Burns, 10.5 x 8, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “Paul Simon” and “Art Garfunkel.” A central vertical fold and the cover fully separated from the rest of the program, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Santana’s Tony Lama boots obtained directly from his Milagro Foundation 923. Carlos Santana. A pair of Santana’s

personally-owned and -worn cowboy boots.

Tony Lama-made leather boots feature a purple front and back quarter with a multi-colored embroidered pattern, with the light gray lower portion embroidered in a single color. Both heel caps feature the Tony Lama, El Paso, maker’s raised stamp. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Milagro Foundation, signed by Santana’s wife Deborah, which states: “The enclosed Tony Lama cowboy boots are an authentic pair of boots previously owned and worn by Carlos Santana.” Certificate also features a small image of Santana wearing the boots. In fine condition, with expected wear to soles. The Milagro Foundation was established by the Santanas to serve the needs of at-risk and disadvantaged youth. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

925. Simon and Garfunkel. Mailing envelope with a December 6, 1982, Philatelic Sales Center, Adelaide, postmark, signed in black ink

by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. Matted and framed with a photo of the duo to an overall size of 16 x 18.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Early Sinatra signature on ‘Ol’ Man River’

926. Frank Sinatra. Columbia’s Ol’ Man River / Stormy Weather phonograph record signed on the Ol’ Man River label in fountain pen circa 1947. In fine condition, with some light overall contrast to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Oversized portrait from their Joshua Tree deluxe edition 932. U2. Joshua Tree

930. Rod Stewart and Faces. Vintage felt tip signatures of Rod

Stewart, Ron Wood, Ken Jones, Ronnie Lane, and Ian McLagen on an off-white 8 x 5.5 lined sheet, with collector’s captions affixed next to the signatures. In fine condition, with signatures slightly overlapping and some mild toning from captions. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Harrison’s supergroup— The Traveling Wilburys 931. Traveling Wilburys. Ink and felt tip signatures of Bob

Dylan, George Harrison, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne, and Tom Petty on individual cards, slips, and album pages. All five are double-matted and framed with a color group photo to an overall size of 24.5 x 21. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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deluxe album book gatefold, 16.75 x 12, showing the band posing in front of an abandoned building, signed in blue felt tip by Bono, Edge, Larry Mullen, Jr., and Adam Clayton, all signing first names only. Double-matted and framed with the cover to their Joshua Tree album to an overall size of 22 x 30. In fine condition.

Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

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U2’s first overtly political record 935. U2. Highly desirable War album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Bono 91,” “Edge,” and “Larry,” and in green felt tip, “Adam.” In fine to very fine condition. The record is included. Consignor notes that this was signed in 1991 for a Radio 1 giveaway to celebrate the release of Achtung Baby. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Nicely displayed set of the classic Who lineup

937. The Who. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Pete Townshend (Who),” “Keith Moon,” “Cheers, Roger Daltrey,” and “John Entwistle” on individual album pages. Nicely double-matted and framed with an image of the Who’s Next album cover to an overall size of 19.25 x 13.25. In overall fine condition, with scattered creases. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce portrait of the country legend at Nashville’s WSM 938. Hank Williams. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Williams wearing a classic cowboy hat and holding his guitar behind a WSM microphone, signed in blue ballpoint, “Thanks, Hank Williams.” In very good condition, with overall creases, a significant vertical fold passing to the right of his face, a small tear to the left edge, and the signature a few shades light.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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940. The Who: Keith Moon.

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Keith Moon,” on an off-white lightly-lined slip, with a small collector’s notation to top left corner. Matted and framed with a photo of Moon behind his drum kit to an overall size of 9.75 x 14.5. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

943. Yardbirds. The

939. Hank Williams. Hank Williams’ Country Hit Parade songbook

by Acuff-Rose publications, 47 pages, 9 x 12, signed on the front cover in black ink, “Best Wishes, Hank Williams.” In fine condition, with a few unobtrusive creases and tape remnants to back cover. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Yardbirds’ Greatest Hits album signed on the front cover in red felt tip

by Jimmy Page, in blue felt tip by Eric Clapton, and in blue ballpoint by Jeff Beck. In very good condition, with poor contrast to Beck’s signature, moderate ‘ring of wear’ to front cover, and some scattered light edge wear. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Hand-corrected and signed Grand Wazoo story 944. Frank Zappa. Two original typed pages for the

Grand Wazoo story, both 8.5 x 13, signed on page five “© 1972 by Frank Zappa.” Zappa has made three corrections to the story on the first page, crossing out the typed text and writing, “his left,” “Squinting,” and “Jackie Kelso,” as the corrections. Accompanied by an original 1972 fivepage photocopy of the entire story, which appeared inside the gatefold cover of the album. In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold to the typed pages. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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945. ABBA

946. ABBA

949. AC/DC

950. Louis Armstrong

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954. Jeff Beck Group MB $200

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956. Big Country MB $200

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951. Beatles: Voormann and Blake

953. Beatles: Klaus Voormann

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948. ABBA

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952. Beatles: Voormann and Kirchherr

955. Jeff Beck

947. ABBA

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957. Bon Jovi MB $200

958. Boomtown Rats MB $200

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959. Boston

960. British Rock

962. James Brown

963. The Buckinghams

966. Eric Clapton MB $200

967. Crosby, Stills, and Nash

969. Depeche Mode

970. The Clash

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961. Broadway Composers MB $200

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968. Cream MB $200

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965. Eric Clapton

964. Cheap Trick

971. The Clash MB $200

972. Dire Straits MB $200

977. The Doors: Robby Kreiger

978. The Eagles

981. Duke Ellington

982. Fleetwood Mac

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985. W. C. Handy

986. Heart

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989. Michael Jackson MB $200

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990. Jefferson Airplane MB $200

979. The Eagles MB $200

983. Foreigner MB $200

987. Heart MB $200

991. Jefferson Airplane: Joey Covington MB $200

980. The Eagles: Joe Walsh MB $200

984. Foreigner and Loverboy MB $200

988. Jimi Hendrix: Gypsy Sun and Rainbow MB $100

992. Kansas MB $200

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993. Mario Lanza and Joan Fontaine

994. Huey Lewis and the News

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997. Graham Nash MB $200

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998. The Notting Hillbillies MB $200

1001. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters MB $200

1005. The Pretenders MB $200

1006. Queen: Freddie Mercury

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995. Meat Loaf

996. Musicians

999. Roy Orbison

1000. Pink Floyd

1003. The Police

1004. Lily Pons

1007. The Ramones

1008. Rock and Roll

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1009. Rock and Roll MB $200

1010. Rolling Stones: Bill Wyman

1011. Singers and Musicians

1012. Small Faces

1013. Stephen Sondheim

1014. Britney Spears

1015. Steppenwolf

1016. Styx

1017. Supertramp

1018. Them

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1021. The Turtles MB $200

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1022. Velvet Underground MB $200

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1019. Them MB $200

1023. Vintage Rock and Roll MB $200

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1020. Traffic MB $200

1024. Woodstock MB $200

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classic entertainment Abbott’s rehearsal scripts for two of the final episodes of their television program

1025. Bud Abbott. Two original unsigned scripts issued to Bud Ab-

bot for episodes of The Abbott and Costello Program, 8.5 x 11, dated April 19 and 26, 1945, including one episode starring the Andrews Sisters. Both revised scripts are labeled on the cover in pencil, “2:30 Rehearsal,” and “Bud.” In fine condition, with expected light handling wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

From the 1960 SAG strike— Wood, Wagner, and Russell 1026. Actors and Actresses.

Vintage ballpoint signatures of Stephen Boyd, Rosalind Russell, Evie Johnson, Frank McCarthy, Iris Tree, Natalie Wood, Robert Wagner, Joan and Lew Schreiber, Capucine, and three others on an off-white 12.75 x 9.5 sheet bearing a collector’s notation at the top, “March 7—The Strike!” In fine condition, with mild edge toning. On March 7, 1960, the Screen Actors Guild approved a strike over a dispute about residuals. It lasted six weeks until an agreement was reached, under SAG President Ronald Reagan; however, most members were unhappy with the solution and Reagan resigned from the position in July. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Diverse collection of over 100 Hollywood signatures, boasting nine Academy Award winners and including Audrey Hepburn, Boris Karloff, Monty Clift, and Katharine Hepburn 1027. Actors and Actresses. Three pages from Great Stars of the American Stage, 8.5 x 12, signed on five of the sides by approximately 115 actors and actresses. Signers include: Boris Karloff, Audrey Hepburn, Katharine Hepburn, Montgomery Clift, Henry Fonda, Claude Rains, Judy Holliday, Mel Ferrer, Hermione Gingold, Harry Belafonte, Cliff Robertson, Phillip Houston, Peter Wyngarde, Brian Aherne, Tod Andrews, Una Merkel, Burgess Meredith, Halliwell Hobbes, Robert Fleming, David Wayne, John Forsythe, John Kerr, Deborah Kerr, Geraldine Page, Howard Lindsay, Barbara O’Neil, Ruth Draper, Elliott Nugent, Bramwell Fletcher, Ben Gazzara, Reginald Gardiner, Jo Van Fleet, Bill Hayes, Neil Hamilton, Edna Wallace Harper, Lois Smith, Ralph Clanton, Blanche Yurka, Earle Hyman, David Wayne, Martha Scott, Louis Jourdan, Leo G. Carroll, Nils Asther, Biff McGuire, Joseph Cotten, Karl Malden, Sam Jaffe, Walter Matthau, Kevin McCarthy, and Celeste Holm. In fine condition, with light toning to some edges, and a mild shade of overall toning to one page. An eclectic mix boasting some of biggest names from Hollywood’s golden age. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1029. Autograph Book. Hardcover autograph album, 5 x 3.5, signed inside in fountain pen and pencil by 47 stars that played at the Royal Dublin Theatre in the 1920s and 30s, some signatures back-to-back, and a few signers also adding brief inscriptions. Signers include: Mercedes Gleitze, Tom Mix, Paul Robeson, Gracie Fields, Bebe Daniels, Jimmy Durante (signed “Schnozzle Durante”), Gene Autry, Roscoe Ates, all four Mills Brothers (all signed by one brother), Jimmy O’Dea, Thomas Beecham, Nina Mae McKinney, Elsie Carlisle, Florence Desmond, Jack Doyle, Morton Downey, Renee Flynn, Ramon Novarro, Mae Miller, Peggy Bell, and Les Allen. One page bears a Judy Garland signature in a secretary’s hand. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1030. Fred Astaire. Early ALS signed “F. Astaire,” one page, 8.5 x 11, RKO Studios letterhead, December 12, [1934]. Response to an invitation. In full: “Regret that I will not be able to grant your request as I do not expect to be in or around Omaha at the time you mention.” In fine condition, with a few slight stains. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Astaire had just made the transition from stage to screen, having appeared in just two films at the time he wrote this letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1031. Josephine Baker. Lovely vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of Baker

in a head-and-shoulders pose wearing an intricately designed hat, signed in fountain pen, “Souvenir de Josephine Baker, 1936.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 10 x 12. A mild vertical bend to the right side, crease to one corner tip, and skipping to ink in the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fantastic first draft for a Here’s Lucy show, edited by Ball herself

1032. Lucille Ball. First draft of a script

for the sitcom Here’s Lucy for an episode entitled “‘Lucy Goes Hawaiian’ (Part II),” 8.5 x 11, 25 pages, March 30, 1970. The front cover is labeled “Lucy’s Notes,” and the script is annotated by Ball in pencil on the inside and back cover, making many comments, revisions, and additions throughout, adding these pencil notations to nine pages. Comments throughout the script include: “Fix as discussed, sounds like man was mad or interrupted,” “Out of blue. Fix—too radio-like,” and “TOO INSOLENT, make polite.” Some notes on the reverse include: “Desi—Don Ho (Tiny Bubbles),” “Bus Boys—(crew) one specialty,” “Fat Hawaiian (Find out),” “Lucy & Harry do Cockeyed Mayor,” and “Get something for Viv to do.” In fine condition. Here’s Lucy ran on CBS from 1968 to 1974, and this particular episode aired on February 22, 1971—it was Desi Arnaz, Jr.’s final appearance as a cast regular, reappearing on just one more episode in the fifth season. In the episode, he does an impression of Don Ho singing ‘Tiny Bubbles,’ as mentioned in Lucy’s notes, and Vivian Vance sings ‘Yellow Bird,’ the last full musical solo number she sang on a Lucy program. A great behind-the-scenes look at the creative process of the great comedienne. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1033. John Barrymore. Signed book:

Confessions of an Actor.

Later printing. Indianapolis: Bobbs-Merrill Company, 1926. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25. Signed on a presentation bookplate affixed to the front pastedown. Autographic condition: fine, with some scattered light toning and foxing to front pastedown. Book condition: VG-/None, in VG+ custom-made quarter red Morocco clamshell box. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1034. George Burns and Gracie Allen. DS, one page

both sides, 9.75 x 7, August 6, 1949. Contract with Moss’ Empires Limited for the pair to appear at the London Palladium for two weeks, beginning August 15, at a rate of £3750 per week.

Nicely signed at the conclusion by both Burns and Allen.

Double-matted and framed with an adorable photo to an overall size of 17 x 22; framed such that only the signed side is visible, with the opposing side containing the performance details concealed by the backing. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 250 | May 14, 2014 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT

1035. Luis Bunuel. Highly influential Spanish-born filmmaker of

surrealist tendencies whose films remain staples of avant-garde cinema (1900–1983). Color 5.5 x 4 postcard depicting a pin-up model, signed on the reverse in fountain pen, “Les copains pensent à toi [Buddies think of you], Bunuel.” Also signed by Belgian author and filmmaker Henri Storck, Belgian screenwriter Charles Spaak, and one other.

The card is addressed in another hand to to French actor and writer Charles Dorat, with whom Bunuel worked on the 1959 film Fever Mounts at El Pao. Light scattered creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The job of doing the damned autobiography is so onerous, I find myself ducking putting anything down” 1036. James Cagney. Two TLSs: one signed “Jim,” two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, Verney Farm letterhead, October 4, 1972. Letter regarding his autobiography. In part: “Don’t feel that you were being forward in making your suggestions. The job of doing the damned autobiography is so onerous, I find myself ducking putting anything down. I have the tape recorder set up with the microphone virtually under my nose, but I haven’t said a word at it all Summer. I certainly wouldn’t be doing it at all were it not for the threat of some irresponsible clown coming forward with a real phony. I told you in my last letter about the Regnery people going to press with a really fan magazine treatment. The lawyers are on it now and we are going to give them as much bother as we can, with a damage suit in the offing. The whole thing, in my book, is just a damn nuisance.” Also includes a one-page TLS, September 2, 1977, discussing old friends. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1037. Celebrity Checks. Collection of 95 personal and business checks, each signed by an actor, actress, athlete, or celebrity. Signers are: James Stewart, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Harmon Killebrew, Charlton Heston, Jack Haley, David Niven (3), Jack Lord, Peter Fonda, Bill Bixby, Rod Steiger (2), Doris Day (2), Chris George, Amanda Blake, Glenn Ash, Lisa Hartman, John Hillerman, Jack Donohue, Joanne Hunter, Joanne Kerns, Howard Keel (2), Alf Kjellin (2), Norman Krasna, Ross Martin, Sydney Pollack, Charles Nelson Reilly (2), Bob Barker, George Axelrod, Eddie Albert, Robert Foxworth, Michele Lee, Meg Foster, Rory Calhoun (3), Susan Blakely, Genevieve Bujold (2), Cornell Wilde, Jessica Walter (3), Carol Dempster (2), Danny Thomas (2), Joanne Worley, Kathleen Clifford, Rod Taylor (3), Jonathan Winters (3 endorsed), Bobby Vinton, Marlo Thomas, Jerry Van Dyke (2), Dinah Shore (2), Carl Reiner (3), Mel Torme (3), David Hedison (3), Susan Strasberg (3), Norman Panama, Linda Ronstadt, Jim Britt (2), Anne Lansky (2), Bob Newhart (3), John McGiver (2), Rob Reiner (2), and Donna Reed (2). The Stewart, Burroughs, Killebrew, Heston, and Lord checks are encapsulated in plastic PSA/DNA authentication holders. In overall fine condition, with expected stamps and holes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1038. Lon Chaney, Jr. Glossy 8 x 10 close-

up photo of Chaney from late in his career, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Jeff, Lon Chaney.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, and a light brush to inscription.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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1039. Charlie Chaplin and Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. Bold vintage fountain pen signatures, “Best wishes, Charlie Chaplin, Sept. 4th 1931” and “Douglas Fairbanks, 1933,” on an off-white 6.25 x 9.5 sheet.

In fine condition. Choice examples of this classic pairing, uniting two of the founders of United Aritsts. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Magnificent oversized shot from the classic adaptation of Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms 1041. Gary Cooper. Stunning vintage matte-finish 10 x 13 photo of Cooper as Lt. Frederic Henry in the 1932 film A Farewell to Arms, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jack, from Gary, 1932.” In very good condition, with scattered creases (primarily to edges), a bit of paper loss to the upper right corner tip, surface ding near his forehead, and a small toned hole above his lip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Don’t give me that! I saw your picture in the newspaper sitting between Gary Cooper and Maurice Chevalier” 1042. Gary Cooper. DS, one page, 8 x 10.5, February 25, 1955. Agreement between

Cooper and MGM in which he approves the use of his name in the dialogue of a motion picture “tentatively entitled I’ll Cry Tomorrow, suggested by the life of Lillian Roth, mention of Gary Cooper in dialogue substantially as follows: Lillian Roth is trying to tell her boyfriend, David, that she has not been able to see him as often as she would like to because while she is making a picture the studio keeps her busy day and night. David is skeptical, replies: ‘Don’t give me that! I saw your picture in the newspaper sitting between Gary Cooper and Maurice Chevalier.’ Lillian replies: ‘I didn’t even know Cooper. The publicity department arranged it.’” Beautifully signed at the conclusion by Cooper and countersigned by a Loew’s representative. Attractively double-matted and framed with an image of Cooper on horseback to an overall size of 20 x 16.75. In fine to very fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1043. Dorothy Dandridge. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 27, 1957. Agreement between Dandridge and 20th Century Fox with reference to a contract of 1955. In part: “I do hereby terminate and revoke the authority therein given you to pay I. H. Prinzmetal five (5%) per cent of any compensation payable to me.” Neatly signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Dandridge. In fine condition, with expected document wear, numerous staple holes along top edge, and a light area of pencil marks near the top.

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

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Writing while filming Second Chance: “It’s being made in the new third dimension, in color, too” 1044. Linda Darnell. Collection of three items consisting of two one-page TLSs,

both signed “Linda,” both from 1953, and a greeting card with a short ALS inside from 1958. All three are to Stanley Woodward. One letter written while filming Second Chance, reads, in part: “We started this new RKO film a couple of weeks ago, and it is proving rather interesting, as it’s being made in the new third dimension, in color, too, and the ‘rushes’ we see of the stuff we’ve done looks pretty good.” In overall very good condition. Accompanied by two of the original mailing envelopes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Will be on the Carson special March 13th on N. B. C.” 1045. Bette Davis. ALS signed “Bette,” four pages on three

sheets, 7.25 x 10.25, La Costa letterhead, March 8, 1972. Letter to her former sister-in-law, Jenny Merrill. In part: “I am at the above address—doing the ‘spa’…Have never indulged myself like this… as to my personal outlook on life, it has gone from darkest night to bright sunny noon day…Vik is still with me, we have had a very busy year…will be on the Carson special March 13th on N. B. C. Let me know what you think.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Davis’s own hand. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lauding his fellow actor: “Your stay was like a welcome rain after a long drought” 1046. Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. TLS signed “Doug,” one

page, 8.25 x 10, First National Productions Corporation letterhead, postmarked September 24, 1931. Letter to Clifton Webb. In part: “Deep feelings have never had adequate speech and this is no exception. We have thousands of words at our disposal and a comfortable assortment of adjectives but when we have something of deep import such as telling a friend how grateful one is to him for his friendship and thanking him for many things that must go throughout infinity unrepaid, they all become as useless and futile as Christ’s death or a nun’s twitch to a eunuch. Your visit here has done much for me. Never have I had such a good time. I am indefinitely obligated to you for everything. Your stay was like a welcome rain after a long drought.” Tastefully double-matted and framed with an image of Fairbanks to an overall size of 19.75 x 17, with a window on the reverse for viewing the original mailing envelope, addressed in Fairbanks’s own hand. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1047. Bobby Driscoll. American actor (1937–1968) best known for his childhood roles in such films as Song of the South and Treasure Island. In cruelly tragic Hollywood fashion, a precipitous decline in his career during his teenage and adult years led to drug addiction and his death from heart failure at the age of 31. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Twentieth Century Fox promotional photo for The Sullivans, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1048. W. C. Fields. Fountain pen signature, “W. C. Fields,” on an off-white 5.25 x 2.5 album page. Doublematted and framed with a photo of Fields in a frock coat to an overall size of 11.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1049. Errol Flynn. Personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Flynn, payable to Miller’s for $7.52, April 24, 1947.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with cancellation holes to body and a bank stamp next to signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1050. Clark Gable. Crisp personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Gable, payable to Security First National Bank for $9145, June 20, 1955. In fine to very fine condition, with expected cancellation holes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Boldly signed agreement for his 1956 Western mystery

1051. Clark Gable. DS, one page, 8 x 10.25, August

10, 1956. Agreement between Gable and Gabco Productions relating to his “services with you as an actor in your photoplay entitled…‘The King and Four Queens.’ This will confirm our understanding…in connection with a special trailer hereinafter called ‘The Sullivan Trailer.’” Attractively double-matted and framed with a still from the film to an overall size of 25 x 17.5. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Presented to Garbo “with warm affection”

Superb portrait of the iconic actress

1052. Greta Garbo: Marguerite Wenner-Gren. Signed book:

Ekolod by Marguerite Wenner-Gren. Stockholm: Bonnier, 1956.

Softcover, 5.75 x 8.75, 51 pages. Signed and inscribed to Garbo on the half-title page in blue ballpoint, “To Greta, with warm affection, Marguerite.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1055. Audrey Hepburn. Lovely color glossy 8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Barbara, thank you, Audrey Hepburn.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“This is a very fine business to be in—we travel in luxury— they pay the bills” 1056. Katharine Hepburn.

1053. Judy Garland. Personal check, 7.25 x 3.25, filled out in

type and signed by Garland, payable to Elma Topps for $163.64, April 21, 1964. In very good condition, with bank stamps to body, one touching first letter of signature, a label affixed under signature, and dampstaining to upper left portion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1054. Cary Grant. Debonair

vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Forest Wagner, cordially! Cary Grant.” Trimmed edges, a few surface marks, and a paperclip impression to top edge, otherwise fine condition.

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

ALS signed “Kath,” one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 13, April 6, 1968. Letter to her friend Emily Pierson. In part: “Will find the towels if they exist. Phyllis has her leg in a cast—stepped on a nonexistent step & broke her heel bone.” At this point, Hepburn adds a sketch of foot, with a small fracture near the heel.

Letter continues: “She’s had the cast on for 3 1/2 wks—2 1/2 to go—We’ve a fine villa—gorgeous view—& working on the far side of (west) of Nice—on Mad Woman—just finished Lion in Winter (Henry II & Eleanor of Aquitaine) fascinating I hope—Did the beginning of that in Ireland & finished it in Arles—This is a very fine business to be in—we travel in luxury—they pay the bills.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some scattered toning to left side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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MGM box-turned-painting board from Hepburn’s estate 1057. Katharine Hepburn. A wooden painting board, 19.5 x 14.5, used circa 1945, originally a top for a box sent to Hepburn from MGM, used by Hepburn as a makeshift desk while she sketched and painted.

Cover bears a pencil return address of “From M.G.M. Studios / Culver City, Cal.,” as well as a pencil address, “To Miss K. Hepburn / 201 Bloomington Ave [corrected to “Bloomfield”] / Hartford, Conn.” Cover also has an affixed address label from Loew’s Incorporated, as well as an air mail and special delivery label. Framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. Hepburn’s love of painting was well-known. Provenance: Sotheby’s 2004, Property from the Estate of Katharine Hepburn, 2004, lot 247; The John Strangi Collection.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Fan letters to Hepburn with individual handwritten responses for her secretary 1058. Katharine Hepburn. Collection of 10 fan letters sent to Hepburn, various sizes, all from 1988–89, with brief handwritten notations on either the front or back of each envelope, used by her secretary to type her responses. Several have a few words in Hepburn’s hand, with a few having slightly longer responses, including: “Thank you for your charming letter,” “Thank you & good luck,” and “Thank you for your flattering note.” The fan letters are included.

In overall fine condition. Provenance: The John Strangi Collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Striking Vandamm portrait from The Philadelphia Story 1059. Katharine Hepburn.

Vintage pearlfinish 8 x 10 Vandamm photo of Hepburn as she appeared in The Philadelphia S t o r y, s i g n e d and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Playgoers of Cleveland, Katharine Hepburn.”

Promotional caption affixed to the reverse describes Hepburn as “the harried divorcee in Philip Barry’s gay and charming comedy, ‘The Philadelphia Story.’” A few light bends, some scattered light silvering to darker areas of background, and some light contrast to last name of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1060. Katharine Hepburn. TLS signed “K. Hep,” one page, 5.75 x 7.5, personal letterhead, January 20, 1988. Letter to Robert Raymond of the Council of Fashion Designers of America. In full: “Good—looking forward to seeing you.” Attractively double-matted and framed with the original mailing envelope and a lovely portrait to an overall size of 21.75 x 19.75. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1061. Alfred Hitchcock. TLS, one page,

6.25 x 9, personal letterhead, January 19, 1960. Letter to a Swedish admirer. In full: “Thank you very much for your most considerate letter.

In accordance with your request, I am enclosing an autographed picture.”

Central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through the first letter of his surname) and moderate scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Guest list from Webb’s private showing of Stars and Stripes Forever

1062. Hollywood. Ballpoint signatures of 35 Hollywood film personalities on a gray 10.75 x 14 guest book page from the Beverly Hills home of actor Clifton Webb. Page is headed at the top, “Private Showing— November 15–1952, ‘Stars and Stripes Forever.’ Signers include: include 20th Century Fox Studio head Lew Schreiber and his wife Joan; actress Barbara Stanwyck; director Henry Hathaway; Susan Zanuck (daughter of Darryl F. Zanuck); actor Craig Hill; Lance Reventlow (son of Barbara Hutton and stepson of Cary Grant, successful Formula One Race car driver); Sam Engel (20th Century Fox Studio executive/producer) and his wife Ruth; Marjie Millar (Hollywood glamour girl); Darrylin [Zanuck] and Bob Jacks (daughter of Darryl Zanuck and her producer husband); Mildred O. Knopf (Broadway producer and sister-in-law of publisher Alfred Knopf); cinematographer Joe MacDonald and wife Pauline; writer/director/composer Richard Sale; Mary Loos Sale (writer, wife of Richard Sale); director Jean Negulesco and his wife, actress Dusty [Anderson]; Stars and Stripes Forever director Henry Koster; Peggy [Moran] Koster (actress and wife of Henry Koster); Stars and Stripes Forever co-star Robert Wagner; Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Wagner (parents of Robert Wagner); Gabrielle Dorziat (French actress); actress Thelma Ritter; writer/producer Charles Brackett; actor/comedian Danny Kaye; Sylvia [Fine] Kaye (songwriter, married to Danny Kaye); and writer/producer Arthur Hornblow, Jr. and his wife Leonora. In fine condition, with some mild toning to edges.

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

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Dozens from the golden age, featuring Porter, Zanuck, Cukor, and Bacall

1063. Hollywood. Great collec-

tion of 41 signatures of golden-era actors and directors on two 11 x 14 sheets (one signed on both sides), dated July 1, 1950, including: Lauren Bacall, Anne Baxter Hodiak, Joan Bennett Wanger, Charles Brackett, Constance Collier, George Cukor, Kirk Douglas, Paul Douglas, Sam ‘Happy Talk’ Engel, Joan Fontaine, Nadia Gardiner, Roland Gillett, John Hodiak, Hedda Hopper, Mary Loos Sale, Harry W. Martin, Irene McEvoy, Patricia Neal, Arthur Newman, Martha Newman, Louella Parsons Martin, Dodo Pendleton, Jimmy Pendleton, Ezio Pinza, Cole Porter, Paula Raymond, Richard Sale, Joan Schreiber, Lew Schreiber, Irene Selznick, Jan Sterling, Richard E. Sully, Belle Taylor Tierney, Gene Tierney, Alida Valli, Walter F. Wanger, Jack Warner, J. Watson Webb, Jr., Cobina Wright, Darryl F. Zanuck, and Virginia Zanuck. In fine condition, with light toning to edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1064.

I Love Lucy.

Original brad-bound script for episode 179 of I Love Lucy entitled The Ricardos Dedicate a Statue, 8.5 x 11, 48 pages, listing the cast, extras, and sets on the first page. In very good condition, with missing cover, scattered toning and creasing, and expected handling wear. Provenance: The John Strangi Collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1065. Buster Keaton and Paul Newman. Ball-

point signatures of Buster Keaton, Paul Newman, Kate Smith, and Tom Ewell on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, also signed on the reverse by Gene Krupa. In fine condition, with scattered creases and uniform toning. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1066. Laurel and Hardy. Vintage matte-finish 7 x 5 photo of the pair posing side-by-side, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Hello Bernadine! Stan Laurel” and “Oliver Hardy.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 10.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I was never too interested in the art of ‘Pool,’ it had no appeal for me”

1068. Stan Laurel. TLS, one page, 5.5 x 3.25, February 20, 1962.

Letter to an admirer. In part: “No, I was never too interested in the art of ‘Pool,’ it had no appeal for me. Re the California climate— normally its semi tropical in this area of the state.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“We played before the King & Queen & the Royal Family, which included the present Queen & the Duke of Edinburgh, & Princess Margaret, it was a wonderful experience” 1069. Stan Laurel. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Oceana Apartment Hotel letterhead, January 10, 1959.

Response to an admirer. In part: “Interesting to know that the L&H films were shown at a Party during Xmas & caused so much merriment—I wonder which ones were shown? I think the biggest thrill we had in our career, was our appearance at a Royal Command performance at the Palladium Theatre in London.

Eng. in ’47, where we played before the King & Queen & the Royal Family, which included the present Queen & the Duke of Edinburgh, & Princess Margaret, it was a wonderful experience which I shall never forget, we were invited to meet them all after the performance, but unfortunately we were unable to do so, as we were appearing in Paris, France at the time & had to return right after the show, a train was being held for us to make connections with a ship to cross the Channel—we came over especially for the Command performance & had gotten permission to miss one night of our Paris engagement—we were very disappointed not having the opportunity of meeting the Royal Family.” In very good condition, with toned show-through from adhesive remnants and tape affixed along the edges. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1070. Peter Lawford. DS, one page both sides, 8.5 x 14, May 8, 1963. Standard William Morris Agency exclusive contract in which Lawford agrees to be represented by the firm for a period of one year at a rate of 10% of earnings. In fine condition, with expected document wear and one clipped corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1071. Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier. Vintage matte-finish 4.5 x 3 photo of the Hollywood couple, signed in fountain pen, “Vivien Leigh” and “L. Olivier.” Closely trimmed edges (affecting the very bottom of each signature) and some light contrast to Olivier’s signature against his dark jacket, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Throughout the ages the mime has always manifested himself”

1072. Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier. Playbill from London’s Phoe-

nix Theatre’s 1954 performance of The Sleeping Prince, 5.25 x 8.25, signed on the first page in blue and black ink by Olivier and Leigh. In very good condition, with partial separation to hinge, paper loss along bottom of front cover, a light central vertical crease, and some light soiling and ink notations.

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

1076. Marcel Marceau. AQS

1073. Vivien Leigh. Glossy

4.5 x 7 photo of Leigh in a magnificent gown, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ballpoint, “Jose Klizss, All my best wishes, Viven Leigh.” In very good condition, with scattered creases, subtle foxing to the signed area, and skipping to ink. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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in French on an off-white 7.75 x 5 sheet. Marceau pens a thought on his profession. In full (translated): “Through the ages, from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, from the tightrope walkers to the contemporary era, but throughout the ages the mime has always manifested himself.” Double-matted and framed with a photo to an overall size of 14.5 x 20. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1074. Vivien Leigh.

TLS signed “All my best wishes to M., Vivien Leigh,” one page, 6.25 x 8, personal letterhead, May 12, 1959. Letter to a friend. In part: “I am afraid there is no chance at all that Sir Laurence will be back by the 27th…I know he will be delighted by your sweet thought.”

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1077. Spanky McFarland. Extremely early vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of McFarland at the outset of his Our Gang career, adorably signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To 4 4 Lucille, fron 3 Spanky.” In fine condition, with a small stain to the upper left corner. Accompanied by the original Hal Roach Studios transmittal envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them”: The Hollywood tough guy discovers Tolkien in a bottle on his Malibu beach 1077. Lee Marvin. TLS signed “Lee,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Monte Walsh letterhead, September 22, 1969. Letter to David Ballantine. In part: “You are going to think I am full of shit but here it is. Yesterday I was walking down the beach amungst [sic] the driftwood and trash line…when I spot this green scotch bottle, a piant [sic], and know the label used to read ballentines…I pick it up and lo…there is something in it. Ah Ha, some children have secreted a secret map or call for help in it…I bring it back to the house and get a hammer and go out to the trash can to break it…So doing, lo and behold. The rest is self explanatory.” Included is the slip Marvin found in the bottle, which bears the Rhyme of the Rings from J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. Poem reads: “Three Rings for the Elven-kings, under the sky, / Seven for the Dwarf-lords, in their halls of stone, / Nine for Mortal Men, doomed to die, / One for the Dark Lord on his dark throne. / In the Land of Mordor where the Shadows lie. / One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, / One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them / In the Land of Mordor, where the Shadows lie.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Highly desirable check to her maid of honor 1079. Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn Monroe Produc-

tions, Inc., business check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Monroe, payable to Hedda Rosten for $65.85, November 4, 1960. In fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes (one stamp affecting her first name). Writers Norman and Hedda Rosten were Monroe’s friends and neighbors, and Hedda served as her maid of honor for her wedding to Arthur Miller. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

Complete set of signatures from the revolutionary comedy troupe 1080. Monty Python. Felt tip signatures of Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Michael

Palin, Terry Gilliam, and Terry Jones on individual off-white cards. All are double-matted and framed together with a color group photo to an overall size of 21.25 x 24. In fine condition. Oversized.

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

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1081. Basil Rathbone. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Basil Rathbone,”

on an off-white 3.75 x 2.5 slip. Subtle overall foxing and slight spreading to ink, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy photo of the actor. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1082. Mantan Moreland. Talented and

prolific character actor (1902–1973) with great comic timing who appeared in hundreds of films, best remembered as Birmingham Brown, Charlie Chan’s chauffeur in a number of films. Scarce vintage glossy 8 x 10 Monogram Pictures publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Lou—It a pleasure, Mantan Moreland, alot of success.” In very good condition, with moderate scattered creases, a bit of soiling to the left side, and poor contrast to his last name and closing sentiment against the dark background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1083. Will Rogers. Bold fountain

pen signature, “Will Rogers,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.75 card.

Handsomely double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 12 x 15. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Forwarding an unusual script to Monty Python members Chapman and Cleese 1084. Peter Sellers. Autograph note, unsigned, on a 4.75 x 3 sheet with “With compliments of Peter Sellers,” printed in the center, no date. Short note to John Cleese and Graham Chapman of Monty Python which was sent along with a script.

Note reads: “My dear John & Graham, Please reada [sic] these beautiful things what is here for your commentaries & love,” with Sellers underlining his printed name on the sheet as his signature. Accompanied by a copy of the English translation of the script entitled “The Future Began Yesterday,” from Storie Naturali by Damiano Malabaila. Script is dated February 18, 1967, measures 9.5 x 12, and is 28 photocopied pages long. Script contains a keen observation on the dangers of industrialization in modern society. In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to top edge and some scattered light toning. Damiano Malabaila was actually a pseudonym for Primo Levi, known primarily for his accounts on the Holocaust. He wrote Storie Naturali under the name Malabaila on the advice of one of his editors. A unique and outstanding association between British comedy legends. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 262 | May 14, 2014 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT

1085. Elizabeth Taylor. One-of-a-kind red

Christmas card, 8 x 5.5 closed, bearing a hand-painted Christmas tree with gold streaks and the words “Merry Christmas” on the front, signed and inscribed inside in white ink, “Dear Marshall, Here’s wishing you a very Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year, Elizabeth.” In fine condition, with some mirroring of ink to reverse of cover.

A unique and spirited holiday-themed work of art from the famed actress. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The greatest Stooge trio— Moe, Larry, and Curly 1088. Three Stooges. Vintage fountain

pen signatures, “3 Stooges, Moe,” “Larry,” and “Curly” on an off-white album page.

Double-suede-matted and framed with a photo of the Stooges hanging from a plane propeller to an overall size of 13.25 x 18.25. In fine condition.

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“It is understood that a sound track of my voice taken from the photoplay ‘Boom Town’ is to be used in said photoplay” 1090. Spencer Tracy. DS, two pages both sides, 8 x 10, August 20, 1940.

Agreement between Tracy and Loew’s Incorporated in which he approves “the use of my name and voice in your photoplay…entitled ‘Radio Story’…It is understood that a sound track of my voice taken from the photoplay ‘Boom Town’ is to be used in said photoplay…No compensation is payable to me.”

Boldly signed at the conclusion by Tracy. Expertly double-matted and framed with an image of Tracy to an overall size of 30 x 17.5, with a window on the reverse for viewing the opposing sides. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1091. Orson Welles. Desirable twice-signed DS, four pages, 8 x 10.75, May 1, 1953. Statement of financial condition of Welles, which lists his employment as “Independent film producer, actor, author, director,” listing his costs at $50,800, and his accounts payable as $138,460, and listing his assets on the following page. The final line asks for a statement regarding an increase in his income, to which Welles’s typed response reads: “As a motion picture producer I am seeking financial backing for future production but thus far I have not succeeded. There is always the possibility that I will make satisfactory arrangements but it is impossible to make accurate predictions in this respect.” Final two pages are Welles’s finances, as well as two court judgements involving Welles. Signed on the second and fourth page by Welles. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Document retains half of its red wax seal and its original ribbon.

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1092. Wizard of Oz. Collec-

tion of six items signed by cast members of The Wizard of Oz. Signers are: Frank Morgan (sig), Ray Bolger (pencil sig), Jack Haley (sig), Bert Lahr (sig), Billie Burke (sig), and Meinhardt Rabbe (ALS). In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1093. Wizard of Oz: Haley Bolger. Three entertainment documents, dated between 1933 and 1956: a general release document from Decca Records signed by Ray Bolger; a Samuel Goldwyn, Inc., contract signed by Billie Burke; and a standard AFRA agency agreement signed by Jack Haley. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“If you knew the agony it was to go thru what I go thru waiting to get on my feet, and feel a little security, you’d know what real Hollywood misery was” 1094. Wizard of Oz: Billie Burke. ALS signed “Billie,” two pages,

8.25 x 10.75, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to “Sam.” In part: “You ruined me at Joans saying M. G. M. said it was a whim of mine to go there under contract. Kempner and Mayer were at me every day here and in New York to break with you. Told me the dazzling parts or me…

If you knew the agony it was to go thru what I go thru waiting to get on my feet, and feel a little security, you’d know what real Hollywood misery was. I should have taken any old offer M. G. M. made at any old price, and not have annoyed you with my miserable little affairs any further. I don’t know now what to do about the Ziegfeld picture, it’s all bewildering, and with no work for any other studio, it’s pretty frightening.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and light edge toning.

Burke had been married to Florenz Ziegfeld, and after he passed away in 1933 sold the rights to a biopic of him to Universal Pictures in order to pay off his debts; it began production in 1934, but due to disagreements and financial issues it was sold to MGM in 1935. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1095. Wizard of Oz: Billie Burke. DS, three

pages, 8.5 x 12.75, September 8, 1932. Agreement between Billie Burke and Henry Duffy for her to “render her services as an actress…in the dramatic production entitled ‘Marquise.’” Initialed three times throughout the text and nicely signed at the conclusion by Burke. Document is fastened at the top to its original folder. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1096. Wizard of Oz: Judy Garland. Bank check, 6 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Garland, payable to The Chase Manhattan Bank for £1012.10, July 30, 1964. Expected cancellation marks and holes (affecting portions of her first and last name) and light brushing to the end of the signature and the payee, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Attractive Wood glamour shot

1098. Natalie Wood. Glossy

1097. Wizard of Oz: Billie Burke. DS, three pages, 8.5 x 11, May 13, 1950. Agreement between Burke and CBS for her to appear on an episode of The Ed Wynn Show on May 25, 1950, in exchange for $1000. Nicely signed at the conclusion in fountain pen. In fine condition, with uniform toning and expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Michele, with love, Natalie Wood.” A few edge and corner tip creases, a couple brushes to inscription, and light surface impressions, including some to facial area, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1099. Flo Ziegfeld. ALS in pencil, signed “Flo,” two pages, 7 x 10, Century Theatre letterhead, no date but circa 1916. Letter to his partner Charles Dillingham, scolding him for attempting to steal a chorus girl who was under contract to the Follies. In full: “You and Bruce both said you would not take any girl with contract. I got Miss Hughes and you wanted her and I said no more but take Marcella Earle signed contract and you said you would take no girl for Stone who had contract here. I just spoke to Miss Earle and she says she told you she had contract and you told her never mind her contract here. Do you think that’s quite fair. I let you have Hughes, now don’t take Earle who is contracted.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of the impresario to an overall size of 27.75 x 17. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) www.RRAuction.com | 265

1100. Academy Award Winners

1101. Academy Award Winners

1102. Actors and Actresses

1103. Actors and Actresses

1104. Actors and Actresses

1105. Actors and Actresses

1106. Actors and Actresses

1107. James Arness

1108. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz

1109. Batman: West and Ward

1110. Fanny Brice

1111. Eddie Cantor

1112. Comedians

1113. Comedians

1114. Lou Costello

1115. Joan Crawford

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1116. Marion Davies MB $200

1120. Directors MB $200

1117. Catherine Deneuve MB $200

1118. Marlene Dietrich and Ray Milland

1121. Directors

1122. Dukes of Hazzard

1128. Dorothy Gish MB $200

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1126. Jose Ferrer

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1129. The Godfather: John Cazale

1124. Marty Feldman MB $200

1127. Ava Gardner

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1125. Federico Fellini

1119. Marlene Dietrich

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1130. Jack Haley MB $200

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1131. Happy Days MB $200

1132. Jim Henson MB $200

1133. Jim Henson

1134. Hollywood Documents

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1135. Jennifer Jones

1136. Stanley Kubrick

1137. Gertrude Lawrence

1138. Myrna Loy

1139. Ozzie and Harriet Nelson

1140. Paul Newman

1141. Rudolf Nureyev

1142. Hermes Pan and George Sidney

1143. Partridge Family

1144. Mary Pickford

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1146. Freddie Prinze

1147. Steve Reeves

1148. Brad Renfro

1149. Diana Rigg

1150. Edward G. Robinson

1151. Rocky II

1152. Seinfeld

1153. Max Skladanowsky

1154. Ruth St. Denis

1155. Star Wars

1156. James Stewart

1157. James Stewart

1158. James Stewart

1159. Superman

1160. Thoroughly Modern Millie

1161. Rudy Vallee

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1162. William Wellman MB $100

1163. Mae West MB $200

1166. Richard Widmark MB $200

1164. Mae West

1165. Western Legends

1167. Billy Wilder MB $200

1168. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

1172. Wizard of Oz: Burke and Hamilton

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1169. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

1170. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

1171. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

1173. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley

1174. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley

1175. Wizard of Oz: Frank Morgan

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sports 1179. Max Baer. Vintage glossy

1177. Muhammad Ali. Striking one-of-a-kind limited edition handpainted Everlast 14-ounce left-handed boxing glove, done by renowned pop artist Steven Kaufman (a protege of Andy Warhol), numbered 14/250, signed on the top in black felt tip by Ali, and also initialed on the back in black felt tip by Kaufman. The glove, highlighted in red, greens, and blue, is accented by a youthful image of Ali under the Olympic rings. The unsigned companion glove has a printed tribute to the 1960 Olympic gold medal winner, listing the bouts and the opponents he defeated. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Just months after his final bout, the former champ signs a photo with “Boxing King of the World” 1178. Muhammad Ali. Glossy

8 x 10 full-length photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Dennis Daniels, My best fan, Muhammad Ali, Three time Heavy Weight Boxing King of the World, May 20-82, Thank you.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creases and surface marks. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Dennis Daniels was a British semi-professional featherweight boxer. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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8 x 10 MGM publicity photo, signed and inscribed in person in fountain pen, “To Saul—My pal & a great fellow, Sincerely, Max Baer 7/4/34.” Reverse of photo bears collector’s ink date notation of July 4, 1934, the date the signature was acquired. In very good condition, with mild rippling and irregular emulsion to top right, and some scattered creases and surface marks. Less than a month earlier, Baer had knocked out Primo Carnera to capture the heavyweight title. Provenance: Saul Goodman Collection. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1180. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot and side panels by 12 members of the 500 Home Run Club. Signers are: Mickey Mantle (ss), Ted Williams (ss), Frank Robinson, Eddie Murray, Harmon Killebrew, Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, Willie McCovey, Mike Schmidt, Ernie Banks, Willie Mays, and Reggie Jackson. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1181. Wilt Chamberlain. An 8 x 10

photocopied paperstock photo of Chamberlain playing against Bill Russell, signed in black ballpoint at the bottom

by Chamberlain. Three horizontal mailing folds, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredible action shot of the Pittsburgh star 1182. Roberto Clemente. Spectacular 8 x 5.75 magazine photo of

Clemente making a diving catch at the warning track, prominently signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. Clemente was one of the greatest defensive right fielders of all-time, winning 12 straight Gold Glove Awards, and is rare in signed photos of any type. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Writing of his “Cobb Memorial Hospital” and a road trip with “a friend ‘Muddy’ Ruel a former ballplayer, catcher” 1183. Ty Cobb. Lengthy ALS signed “T. R. C.,” four pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 13, 1960. Letter to Marie.

In part: “Had a vicious trip to Tahoe, Carson City, Reno and back here…a friend ‘Muddy’ Ruel a former ballplayer, catcher drove, it was rugged over the pass the snow, wind, ice, etc.had to be back here, for important and last dental date, now have a new and gleaming set of ‘China clippers’ no more rabbit chewing for me or soups…I go to Royston to my hospital to rest and get some real services & attention and be close to Emory and doctors…I am full of this hellish pain, unless I fill up on pain killers to not fully abate my suffering…

Now I should be in Ga. Royston tonight and after until Jan 23rd at Cobb Memorial Hospital, can contact me by phone or letter.” In fine condition. A fantastic letter with interesting content. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Horsehide signed by the ‘Murderer’s Row’ catcher

Presenting a copy of his autobiography, The Roar of the Crowd 1185. James J. Corbett. Signed

1184. Pat Collins. Major League catcher (1896–

1960) and a member of the famed 1927 Yankee’s ‘Murderer’s Row.’ Vintage fountain pen signature, “Pat Collins,” on an off-white 1.75 x .5 cut section of horsehide leather cut from a ball. Encapsulated in a plastic James Spence authentication holder. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling to leather. 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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book: The Roar of the Crowd: The Rise and Fall of a Champion. First edition. NY: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1925. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.25, 329 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “To my friend Jas. A. Vance, with best wishes from Jas J. Corbett.”

Book also bears signatures of Thomas Sharkey and James J. Jeffries done in another hand (not by Sharkey and Jeffries). Autographic condition: very good, with well-done repairs to horizontal separations (slightly affecting a few words of inscription), small pencil notations to top edge, and a uniform shade of mild toning. Book condition: G+/ VG, in VG+ custom-made red quarter-Morocco solander box. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The greatest female athlete ever 1186. Babe Didrikson Zaharias. Pencil signature, “Babe D. Zaharias,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1187. Jimmie Foxx. Ballpoint signature, “Jimmie Foxx,” on an offwhite 5.25 x 2 slip clipped from a baseball scorebook. In fine condition.

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1188. Joe Frazier. Five personal checks, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Frazier, “Joe B. Frazier,” dated 1977. In overall fine condition, with various expected bank stamps and check wear.

Accompanied by a letter of provenance signed by his daughter, Weatta Frazier-Collins. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Smokin’ Joe’s wallet

1190. Joe Frazier. Frazier’s personally-owned leather bi-fold wallet, 4 x 2.5, containing one of his business cards, signed on both sides, as well as his unsigned AARP membership card. Accompanied by a photocopied letter of provenance from his daughter, Weatta Frazier-Collins. In overall fine condition, with expected wear to cards. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Frazier manages his son’s boxing career 1191. Joe Frazier.

Twice-signed DS, two pages, 8.5 x 13, July 31, 1987. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission management document in which Frazier signs on as his son’s manager, agreeing “to pay the Athlete 55% percent of all sums of money derived by him.” Signed at the conclusion by Frazier, “Joe Frazier,” and his son, “Hector Frazier.” The second page is an amendment to the contract, also signed by both parties. Scattered creases and expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopy of a letter of provenance signed by his daughter, Weatta Frazier-Collins.

Joe Frazier, Jr., (alias Hector Frazier), fought as a light middleweight from 1983 through 1992, compiling a record of 23-7-4. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Supremely desirable, clean Gehrig example 1192. Lou Gehrig. Fantastic

pencil signature, “Lou Gehrig,” on an off-white 3 x 4 card. In fine condition. An exemplary Iron Horse signature.

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LeBron’s game-worn high school jersey 1193. LeBron James. Game-used official gold

mesh On Sports St. Vincent–St. Mary High School home jersey circa 2002, featuring his number 23 screened in dark green to the chest and back, with the chest also bearing the team nickname, “Irish.”

The On Sports tag is sewn to the bottom left and indicates a size XXL. Exhibits a few marks and wear consistent with use. Left breast of the jersey bears an American Flag embroidered ribbon worn in remembrance of 9/11. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from authorized purchaser and re-seller of Saint Vincent-Saint Mary’s merchandise and apparel Brad Gart, which states that he purchased this directly from the school at a used clothing fundraising sale held in its wrestling and baseball practice facility. Also accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Collectibles Palace certifying the jersey’s apparent game use. The first of Lebron James’ 16 Sports Illustrated covers dated February 18, 2002, features James pictured in an Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary high school jersey with a headline reading: ‘The Chosen One: High School Junior LeBron James would be an NBA lottery pick right now.’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fantastic image of the golf legend at Augusta

1194. Bobby Jones. Matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Jones relaxing on a bench and wearing his traditional sweater vest, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Bob Heller, with best wishes, Bobby Jones.” Scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Jones names his favorite authors— Henry Fielding, Joseph Conrad, and Stonewall Jackson 1195. Bobby Jones. TLS signed “Robt T. Jones, Jr.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The American Golf Institute letterhead, November 10, 1938. Letter to an inquisitive admirer. In full: “I am grateful for the compliment you pay me in selecting me as your correspondent. The questions you ask are a little bit difficult to answer categorically. I have enjoyed many books and many authors and also have found many characters in history for whom I felt an admiration. However, if you will take these with proper reservation, I will name Henry Fielding and Joseph Conrad among authors—and our old friend, Stonewall Jackson, if that is going far enough back into history. I am very glad to know of your interest in golf and your early success in the game. I hope very much that you will continue to enjoy it and to play better and better.” In fine condition, with a few small stains near the bottom. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1196. Larry Lajoie. Fountain pen signature, “Larry Lajoie, 3-4-47,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder, grading the autograph “Gem Mint 10.” A few light creases and some stray postmark ink near the top of the signature, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1197. Vince Lombardi. Green Bay

Packers, Inc. business check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Lombardi, “Vincent Lombardi,” payable to assistant coach Norbert E. Hecker for $295.60, May 31, 1959. Countersigned by Dominic Olejniczak, and endorsed on the reverse by Hecker. In fine condition, with three vertical folds and expected bank stamps and cancellation holes. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) www.RRAuction.com | 275

Lombardi’s handwritten foreword to Winners Never Quit: “This is a book about men in sports, men who are Spartans in the approach to the game” 1198. Vince Lombardi. Autograph manuscript draft, in pencil, of his

forward for Phil Pepe’s book Winners Never Quit on the reverse of a TLS to Lombardi from Pepe, 8.5 x 11, May 1, 1967, on official World Journal Tribune, Inc. stationery expressing his delight in Lombardi’s contribution.

Lombardi writes, in part: “This is a book about men in sports, men who are Spartans in the approach to the game, and who were willing to make a sacrifice in order to win…The difference between men is not so much in lack of strength or in lack of knowledge, but rather in lack of will…No man can know his courage or resolve until he has been a player.” Accompanied by an unsigned TLS to Pepe from Lombardi, which is stapled to the front of Pepe’s letter, in which Lombardi sends two copies of the foreword. In fine condition. Pepe was the Yankees beat writer for the New York World Telegram and Sun from 1961-64, and for the New York Daily News from 1971-84. He also authored nearly fifty books throughout his career. Powerful words from one of the most revered coaches in sports history.

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

Mantle gets 20K for two days of signing autographs 1200. Mickey Mantle.

1199. Joe Louis. Signed book: My Life Story. First edition. NY: Duell, Sloan and Pearce, 1947. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 188 pages. Signed on a free end page in fountain pen. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG-. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Terrific image of Louis in the ring

1201. Joe Louis. Extraordinary matte-finish 9.5 x 7.75 photo of Louis facing off

against his longtime sparring partner George Nicholson, signed by both in fountain pen, “Joe Louis” and “Geo. Nicholson.” Reverse bears the photographer’s stamp of G. G. Holt. Scattered surface creases and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 20, 1987. Agreement for Mantle to appear for a signing at Collectibles Unlimited “to sign eleven hundred autographs each day,” for a total fee of $20,000.

Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Mantle. In fine condition, with a small repaired tear to left edge.

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

Mathewson seeks insurance for his 25-man roster, including the likes of fellow Hall of Famers Stengel, Marquard, and Bancroft 1202. Christy Mathewson. DS,

signed “C. Mathewson,” one page, 7.75 x 7.25, no date by circa 1923–1925.

Extraordinary document in which Mathewson, as president of the Boston Braves, submits a proposition for an insurance plan the team’s players. He requests coverage for the seven months of the baseball season, splitting the roster into two sections, the first to insure his 15 starters for “Accident & Health, On and off field” at a rate of $1094.10, and the second to insure his backups for “Life & Limb, On and off field” at a rate of $291.90. He goes on to explain: “Item 1. 15 Men is on the basis of the first team line-up of 9 men plus 4 extra pitchers, 1 extra catcher and 1 extra utility fielder. Item 2. Is for 10 men on balance of 25 limit, who are not playing regularly. We suggest this form at lower rate for them, as in the event of accident you would not have as severe a loss as they do not play regularly. This is merely a suggestion. Any variations possible.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and expected document wear. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. The content and Mathewson’s post–retirement signature variation date this document to his time as president of the Boston Braves, a position in which he served from 1923 until his death in 1925. While the Braves teams during his tenure were largely unsuccessful, they featured some of the greatest players of the era, including Casey Stengel, Billy Southworth, Dave Bancroft, Jocko Conlan, and Rube Marquard, all of whom would have been covered by the insurance policy outlined in this document. This type of coverage would have been an important expenditure for the Braves ownership to protect their investment in the team, as Mathewson helped to oversee an increase in players’ salaries from a total of $80,000 in 1922 to over $200,000 in 1923. Of the five members of the first Hall of Fame class—Ty Cobb, Walter Johnson, Babe Ruth, and Honus Wagner his peers—Mathewson’s autograph is the rarest in any form. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) www.RRAuction.com | 277

Rare image of the ‘M & M’ boys in combination

12023. Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris. Color satin-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of the prolific Yankee sluggers posing together, boldly signed in blue felt tip, “Mickey Mantle” and “Roger Maris.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 15.25. In fine condition. An ideal pairing, boasting especially crisp signatures of both. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Game-used in Munson’s final season, cut short by tragedy 1204. Thurman Munson. Munson’s

game-used official Wilson gray Yankees road pants from the 1979 season. The manufacturer’s tag is sewn to the inner front waistband and embroidered with the size, “35,” with an adjacent strip tag embroidered in navy chain stitch, “Munson 79 3 22.” In fine condition, with general expected wear from use and a bit of soiling to the back. A Steiner Sports Yankees Collection label is affixed to the Wilson tag. August 2, 1979, was an off-day for the Yankees, having just finished off a six-game road trip. Munson, who had been flying for over a year, had purchased a million-dollar Cessna Citation I jet a month earlier and took the opportunity to practice touch-and-go landings—in a tragic accident, he clipped a tree at the end of the runway and crashed, bursting into flames. With this, the Yankees lost not only their catcher but their team leader—the first to be named team captain since Lou Gehrig. It is fitting to note that all of Munson’s home runs in 1979 were hit on the road, perhaps while wearing these pants—a remarkable game-used piece representing the end of an era. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Single-signed ball of the beloved Yankees captain

1205. Thurman Munson. Heart and soul of the 1970s New York Yankees. On August 2, 1979, Munson was practicing touch-and-go landings at the Akron-Canton Airport with his newly purchased Cessna Citation. The twin-engine jet fell 1000 feet short of the runway during an attempted landing and burst into flames. Munson was killed in the accident while two others were injured. Official Spalding American League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on a side panel, “Best Regards, Thurman Munson.” In very good condition, with signature uniformly light, but still completely legible, a mild shade of toning to ball, and a bit of light soiling. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1206. NY Yankee Greats. Fabulous

display consisting of a signed photo and 28 signature baseball cards, each signed by the Yankee pictured.

Photo is signed in black felt tip by Mickey Mantle, with the cards signed by: Yogi Berra, Robinson Cano, Roger Clemens, David Cone, Bucky Dent, Whitey Ford, Jason Giambi, ‘Goose’ Gossage, Ron Guidry, Reggie Jackson, Derek Jeter, Don Larsen, Billy Martin, Tino Martinez, Don Mattingly, Mike Mussina, Paul O’Neill, Jorge Posada, Willie Randolph, Mariano Rivera, Alex Rodriguez, Gary Sheffield, Alfonso Soriano, Mel Stottlemyre, Joe Torre, Bernie Williams, Dave Winfield, and Don Zimmer. All are attractively triple-suede-matted and framed together to an overall size of 32 x 42. In very fine condition. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Owens signature acquired in the midst of the 1936 Olympics 1207. Jesse Owens. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Jesse Owens,” on an off-white

5.5 x 3.75 sheet, also signed by US Olympic teammates Harry Williamson (pencil), Bill Rowe, Sam Francis, Henry Dreyer, and signed on the reverse by Dale Schofield and David Albritton. Signatures were obtained in Berlin during the 1936 Olympics, and are accompanied by an original August 5, 1936, athlete’s entry ticket stub, as well as an original 8 x 7.75 printed map of the Olympic facilities. In fine condition, with a vertical fold passing through a couple letters of signature and a bit of scattered light soiling.

Autographic material from Owens obtained at the time of his historic athletic triumph is quite rare. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1208. Jesse Owens. Nice vintage

5.5 x 3.5 German postcard photo of Owens racing in the 1936 Olympics, signed later in black felt tip, “My best always, Jesse Owens, ’36 Olympics.” Reverse also bears a 1936 postmark from the Berlin Olympic Stadium. A couple of creases and some light silvering to darker areas, otherwise fine condition.

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

1209.

Pittsburgh Pirates: 1961. Official Spalding National League (Giles) baseball signed in blue and black ink on the side panels by 18 members of the 1961 Pirates team. Signers include: Roberto Clemente, Harvey Haddix, Don Hoak, Vern Law, Roy Face, Dick Groat, Bill Virdon, Bob Friend, Gino Cimoli, Hal Smith, Joe Gibbon, Bob Skinner, Dick Schofield, Rocky Nelson, Gene Baker, Bob Oldis, Bill Burwell (2), and Frank Oceak. In very good condition, with most signatures faded but legible (including Clemente). Baseball also bears a clubhouse signature of Danny Murtaugh on the sweet spot.

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

Fantastic uninscribed first printing of Robinson’s life story 1210. Jackie Robinson. Signed book: Wait Till Next Year. First edition, first printing. NY: Random House, 1960. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 9.25, 339 pages. Signed on the first free end page in black ballpoint, “Jackie Robinson,” and blue ballpoint by his co-author, “Best wishes, Carl T. Rowan.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG-. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Ruth and Gehrig—the revered Yankees on a Ban Johnson baseball 1211. Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. Of-

ficial Reach American League (Ban Johnson) baseball signed in fountain pen on the sweet spot, “Babe Ruth,” and on a side panel, “Lou Gehrig.” In very good condition, with scattered surface marks and dings, a Global label affixed near the league stamp, and the Ruth signature a few shades light but mostly legible; Gehrig’s signature is relatively bold and quite appealing. A scarce example of perhaps the most desirable combination in the hobby.

Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Superlative ‘Sultan of Swat’ affixed to a Hall of Fame cover 1212. Babe Ruth. Fountain pen signature, “Babe

Ruth,” on an off-white 2 x 2.25 slip affixed to an FDC with a cachet honoring the centenary of baseball, postmarked on the day of the dedication of the Baseball Hall of Fame, June 12, 1939, in Cooperstown, New York. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Worn by the F1 legend during a 2005 race 1214. Michael Schumacher. Schumacher’s race-worn official red mesh Puma collared

shirt from 2005, size medium, signed on the front pocket in black felt tip. The jersey features patches from sponsors including Ferrari, Marlboro, Vodaphone, Shell, and Bridgestone, and an “M. Schumacher” nameplate affixed to the front with Velcro. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from MSM/SMP, and an image of Schumacher wearing the shirt.

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

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1 2 1 5 . Tr i s Speaker.

Choice ballpoint signature, “Tris Speaker,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder, grading the autograph “Mint 9.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1216. Casey Stengel. Official Spalding National League baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot. In very good condition, with signature uniformly light, but still completely legible, and scattered soiling. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

“Get a lot of sleep & food before & during the tournament.

Work on passing shots & on control” 1217. Bill Tilden. ALS in pencil signed “Your Bill,” two pages, lightly-lined both sides, 4.75 x 7.5, May 17, 1949. Letter written from prison to his protege, Bratto Anderson, and his mother Marrion. In part: “You people really must have seen the lousiest single & most exciting double of all time. I thought our 31 29 was pretty good when [Vince] & I beat Lott & Stoefen but this is really something. Did you get home at all. It was grand to see you both yesterday. I think Bratto looks a shade fine & I dont think it would hurt him to go a shade slow this week. Cut down on tennis to two sets a day up to the tournament.

Get a lot of sleep & food before & during the tournament. Work on passing shots & on control. Remember Babe, Dont Look up. Marrion, do have that… manuscript…I am working hard on some re-writes in the first part & it looks good. I wont see the Brat I hope for the next two weekends but Memorial Day is a visiting day, so if he doesnt play the finals that day maybe Noel would drive you out. Frankly I think the Kid is about due to come through if he remembers to play his game and not be taken in by the other kids antics. He can beat them all at his best.” Double-matted and framed with an action shot to an overall size of 24.5 x 15, with windows on the reverse for viewing of the opposing side and original mailing envelope, which is addressed in Tilden’s hand. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The catalyst of the legendary double-play trio

1219. Joe Tink e r. S h o r t s t o p

(1880–1948) for the Chicago Cubs who made up one third of the legendary Tinker-EversChance doubleplay combination.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Joe Tinker,” on an off-white 3 x 2 slip. A central vertical fold through a single letter of signature, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1220. Herschel Walker.

Game-used official white mesh Russell Athletic Dallas Cowboys home jersey circa 1989, featuring “Walker” screened in block letters across rear nameplate and his number 34 screened in blue to chest, back, and shoulders. The Russell Athletic tag is sewn to the bottom left and indicates a size 48. Exhibits general marks, wear, and numerous team repairs consistent with use. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Grey Flannel Auctions, 2008. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Amazing letter criticizing statistics as “too darned scientific” and complex playbooks as “liable to get them all befuddled” 1221. Glenn ‘Pop’ Warner. ALS signed “Pop,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11,

personal letterhead, May 22, 1932. Letter to a fellow football coach. In part: “Your letter, discussing the results of your spring practice, experiments, and your study and thoughts was very interesting…you are too darned scientific and if you attempted to teach your team or your quarterbacks such complicated lines of thought and generalship you are liable to get them all befuddled. You go into this game a great deal further than I believe is practical. I have never believed in using certain plays to set up other plays…We have found that the wide plays and greater deception enable us to tear off much better gains through the line. I am using this formation [play diagram]…There are plenty of other good plays from the formation but we have to fight all the time the temptation to give our teams too many plays…You are the only one I have given these new plays to, and I trust you to tell no one of them.” Intersecting folds and small areas of toned adhesive remnants to edges, otherwise fine condition. Fascinating content from the football innovator that contradicts the commonly accepted strategies of today, which are characterized by complex playbooks and extremely thorough statistical analysis. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinary 1927 Senators baseball with Walter Johnson and Tris Speaker 1222.

Washington Senators: 1927. Official Reach American League (Ban Johnson) baseball signed in fountain pen on the sweet spot and side panels by 12 members of the 1927 Washington Senators team, including: Walter Johnson, Tris Speaker (ss), Goose Goslin, Joe Judge, Al Scacht, Ossie Bluege, Nick Altrock, Bobby Reeves, Topper Rigney, Hod Lisenbee, Jack Onslow, and Earl McNeely. A collector’s notation on the manufacturer’s stamp indicates the ball as being signed on August 11, 1927. Light toning and soiling, a few signatures a shade light, and wear affecting the commissioner’s stamp, otherwise fine condition. A remarkable baseball featuring two of baseball’s most sought after signatures in the combination of Johnson and Speaker, as well as the addition of fellow Hall of Famer Goose Goslin. On the day this was signed, the Senators beat the Yankees—with their 1927 team widely considered the greatest team in baseball history—by a score of 3-2. They were led by Hod Lisenbee, who pitched a complete game, tripled, and scored, all while holding heart of their ‘Murderer’s Row’ lineup of Ruth, Gehrig, and Meusel to a single hit. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Cub great Hack Wilson 1223. Hack Wilson. Hall of Famer who won four home run titles while with the Cubs. His 1930 season still inspires awe with 191 RBIs (the all-time major league record), 56 home runs (a National League record for 68 years) and a .356 batting average. Pencil signature, “Hack Wilson,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.5 slip. 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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1224. Hank Aaron

1225. Muhammad Ali

1226. Muhammad Ali

1227. Lance Armstrong

1228. Ernie Banks

1229. Baseball

1230. Baseball

1231. Baseball

1232. Baseball Hall of Famers

1233. Baseball Hall of Famers

1234. Baseball Hall of Famers

1235. Baseball Hall of Famers

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1236. Baseball Jerseys MB $200

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1237. Baseball: American League Teams MB $200

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1238. Larry Bird and Magic Johnson MB $200

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1239. Basketball Jerseys MB $200

1242. Reggie Bush

1243. Fred Clarke

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1246. Joe DiMaggio MB $200

1249. DiMaggio, Williams, and Doerr MB $200

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1240. Boston Red Sox

1241. Boston Red Sox

1244. Bill Dickey

1245. DiMaggio Brothers

1247. Joe DiMaggio

1248. Joe DiMaggio

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1250. Football MB $200

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1251. Football Hall of Famers MB $200

1252. Golf: Masters Champions

1253. Golfers

1256. Wayne Gretzky

1257. Dwight Howard

1279. Sandy Koufax

1280. Connie Mack

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1283. Mantle, DiMaggio, and Williams MB $200

1254. Lefty Gomez MB $200

1255. Hank Greenberg and Joe Walcott MB $200

1258. Reggie Jackson

1278. Sandy Koufax

1281. Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays

1282. Mickey Mantle

1284. Mickey Mantle

1285. Mickey Mantle

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1286. Mickey Mantle

1287. Mickey Mantle

1288. Mickey Mantle

1289. Mickey Mantle

1290. Billy Martin MB $200

1291. McGwire, Canseco, and Weiss

1292. Montreal Canadiens

1293. Archie Moore and Teofilo Stevenson

1294. Bronko Nagurski

1295. NY Mets

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1297. NY Mets MB $200

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1296. NY Mets

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1298. NY Mets MB $200

1299. NY Mets MB $200

1300. NY Yankees

1301. NY Yankees

1302. NY Yankees: 2001

1303. NY Yankees: 2003

1304. Shaquille O’Neal

1305. Jesse Owens

1306. Jesse Owens

1307. Pele and Diego Maradona

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1309. Bobby Riggs MB $200

1312. Pete Rose MB $200

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1310. Cal Ripken, Jr

1311. Cal Ripken, Jr

1314. Michael Schumacher

1315. Jack Sharkey

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1313. Bill Russell and Red Auerbach

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1316. Sam Snead MB $200

1317. Warren Spahn and Johnny Sain

1318. Sports

1319. St. Louis Cardinals

1320. Payne Stewart

1321. Ichiro Suzuki

1322. Bill Tilden

1323. Mike Tyson

1324. Johnny Unitas and the Baltimore Colts

1325. Ed Walsh, Red Rolfe, and Kid Kaplan

1326. Ted Williams and Carl Yastrzemski

1327. Ted Williams

1328. John Wooden

1329. Tiger Woods

1330. Wrestling

1331. Carl Yastrzemski

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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. The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 22.5% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots, with a 2.5% discount for those paying by cash, check or wire. RR Auction may accept a current and valid VISA or MasterCard, credit or debit cards and/or PayPal for payment of an invoice totaling $5,000.00 or less, 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. 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 received by RR Auction, i.e., check has fully cleared or credit or debit card funds have been fully obtained. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later.

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 22.5% 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: 27a. 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.

27b. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporations and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

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, expenses 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.

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. Unless otherwise specifically indicated, all merchandise is stored at Auctioneer’s facilities in Amherst, New Hampshire. The purchases shall be shipped from that facility unless bidder makes arrangements to take possession at the facility.

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 sub-

ject 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 Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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 Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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 Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County, 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 Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 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 Commonwealth of Massachusetts, whether or not the auction is and these Terms and Conditions of Sale are fully performed in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County.

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 some-

times 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 Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 22.5% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots, with a 2.5% discount for those paying by cash, check or wire. RR Auction may accept a current and valid VISA or MasterCard, credit or debit cards and/ or PayPal for payment of an invoice totaling $5,000.00 or less, 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. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number.

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.RRAuction.com, www.liveauctioneers. com, 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 Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County, 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 Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County law, and that any and all claims or actions shall be brought and maintained only in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County. 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 Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 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 Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County 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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