RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Auction

OCTOBER 15, 2014

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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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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 Zarelli is a recognized authority in the field of astronaut autographs. His findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference Relics of the Space Race, and he has contributed articles to the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine, Autograph Times magazine, and the UACC signature study Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph. Zarelli Space Authentication also provides authentication consulting services to James Spence Authentication (JSA), Sportscard Guaranty Authentic (SGC), and PSA/DNA Authentication. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*

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

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

PHIL SEARS 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

Contents Presidents & First Ladies ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 Notables ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 50 Military ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 97 Aviation ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������116 Space ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 120 Space Artifacts ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 133 Art ............................................................................................................................. 141 Comic Art & Animation ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 157 Literature ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 161 Classic Music ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 184 Contemporary & Modern Music ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 194 Classic Entertainment ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 209 Sports ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 213 Terms & Conditions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 244

Bob Eaton CEO, Acquisitions bob.eaton@rrauction.com

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presidents & first ladies Rare 1782 Revolutionary War discharge from the “Commander in Chief of the Armies of the United States”

1. George Washington. Revolutionary War–dated

partly-printed DS, signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 9.5 x 7, December 31, 1782. A discharge issued from Washington’s headquarters at Newburgh, New York. In full: “By His Excellency General Washington, Commander in Chief of the Armies of the United States, &c. John McKinnie of the Regiment of Invalids having been certifyed by a Board of Officers appointed for the Examination of the Invalids of the Army, as unfit for any further Duty either in the Field or Garrison, Reduced by long sickness is hereby discharged from the Service of the United States.” Handsomely archivally double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 23.5 x 14.5.

In very good condition, with separated intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the “W” in his signature), various small areas of paper loss, small tears to edges, and a few stains; the document has been professionally restored and reinforced with a backing of archival tissue. The Continental Congress established the Invalid Corps in 1777, composed of veterans who had become unfit for field duty but could still usefully serve as guards for magazines, hospitals, and similar installations. An extraordinarily desirable piece from Washington’s famed military career. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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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)

3. John Adams. Ink signature, “J.

Adams,” on an off-white 1.25 x .5 slip.

Signature is affixed to a 4 x 2 slip, dated February 28, 1823, in another hand.

Framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 10.75 x 14.5. In very good condition, with mild toning and show-through from writing on reverse. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Settling his debts with a Philadelphia bookseller

4. Thomas Jefferson. ALS signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 7 x 6, March 23, 1820. Letter to John Laval, a Philadelphia book dealer. In

full: “According to promise in mine of the 12th inst. I now inclose [sic] you 72.D[ollars]. to answer my balance to you of 71.D. the difference is meant to cover the discount with you on our Virginia bills. As some anxieties attend remittances by mail I will request an assurance that this gets safely to your hands. I salute you with great esteem & respect.” In very good condition, with intersecting partial separations to fragile intersecting folds (two vertical folds pass through letters of the signature), overall toning, and a few small repaired edge tears.

Jefferson was a voracious book collector, compiling one of the finest personal libraries in the United States. Due to his lavish spending, he often failed to pay merchants in a timely fashion and as of July 1819 he owed $63 to Laval, which went unpaid until he sent this letter nearly a year later. Jefferson’s papers indicate that the books he purchased from Laval included Lempriere’s Bibliotheca Classica, two volumes of Diodorus Siculus’s Bibliotheca Historica, three copies of copies of Orbis Sensualium Pictus, a volume of Aeschylus’s plays, and several volumes of Baron von Grimm’s correspondence. An exquisite association between the great American statesman and early antiquarian book collecting.

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Phenomenal 1801 presidential free frank 5. Thomas Jefferson. Superlative hand-

addressed free frank as president, measuring 9.75 x 6.75 unfolded, with center panel measuring 5 x 3.25, addressed by Jefferson to “Genl Samuel Smith, Baltimore,” and beautifully franked in the upper left, “free, Th: Jefferson.” The panel bears a “Free” ink stamp and postal cancellation of “Wash City Oct 12”; there was previously an autograph letter integral to this free frank, dated October 10, 1891, which was cleanly clipped off and removed. In fine condition, with professionally repaired partial separations to perimeter folds (a horizontal fold passes through the center panel but is intact and untouched), a couple miniscule tears to edges, and the postmark only superficially touching the downstroke of one letter in his signature.

Samuel Smith was a distinguished soldier and politician who joined the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, and later commanded the defenses during the Battle of Baltimore and Fort McHenry in the War of 1812. Smith received this from President Jefferson while serving in the House of Representatives, where he had in fact negotiated Jefferson’s appointment to the presidency just a year earlier in the hotly disputed election of 1800, after the Electoral College vote had resulted in a tie between Jefferson and Aaron Burr. A beautiful exemplar with immensely desirable characteristics—all writing is exceedingly crisp and bold, it dates to an early time in his first presidential term, and presents an excellent association with the American Revolution and establishment of its new federal government. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

America’s third and fourth presidents reward service during the Revolution 7. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partlyprinted vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 11.5 x 14, January 14, 1803. President Jefferson issues a land grant for military service. In part: “In consideration of military service performed by Michael Drake (a Soldier for the war) James McGlochlin and William Davis (both Soldiers for three years) to the United States, in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment…there is granted…a certain tract of land, containing Four Hundred acres situate between the Little Miami and Sciota Rivers.” Signed at the conclusion by President Jefferson and countersigned

by Secretary of State Madison. The crisply embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. Massively double-suede-matted and framed with portraits of both statesmen and three engraved plaques to an overall size of 34.5 x 55. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few noticeable stains and wrinkles, and fading to a few letters in the signatures. A beautifully displayed and immensely desirable combination of presidents on a document concerning service during the Revolutionary War. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Desirable scallop-top Mediterranean passport for the “Ship Franklin of New Orleans” 8. James Madison. Appeal-

ing partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 10.5 x 15.5, April 6, 1811. Scallop-top ship’s pass issued for the “Ship Franklin of New Orleans, Andrew F. Ehrenstrom master or commander…mounted with two guns navigated with eleven men to pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance seizure or molestation of the said Ship.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Madison and countersigned by Secretary of State Robert Smith. The embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact.

Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and few small holes to the upper right along the fold, otherwise fine condition. A clean and appealing document with lovely engraved ship, lighthouse, and harbor vignettes, bearing a very crisp and bold presidential signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

9. James Madison. Rare partly-printed DS, one page, 8.25 x 10, February 20, 1808. As secretary of state, Madison issues a rare personal passport to William Lewis. In part: “I certify, that…William Lewis, an officer of the Navy of the United States, and charged with Dispatches from this Government, is a Citizen of the United States. These are therefore to pray all whom it may concern to permit the said William Lewis to pass wheresoever his lawful concerns may call him, freely and without let or molestation in going, staying or returning.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Madison, and endorsed on the reverse and the second adjoining page by a number of French and English government officials.

The paper seal affixed to the left side remains intact, and two wax seals are affixed to the reverse. Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 32 x 19, with a window in the backing for viewing the reverse; the document is displayed unfolded so that all pages can be seen. In very good condition, with intersecting folds and prominently toned areas from the seals. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

10. James Monroe. Partly-printed DS as president, one page,

14 x 9.25, May 15, 1823. Land grant issued to Jesse McKinley for 160 acres in Ohio. Signed at the bottom by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office John McLean.

Intersecting folds, scattered light toning, and handwritten portions of document a couple shades light, but still legible, otherwise fine condition. The white wafer seal is worn, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Important War of 1812 instructions for engaging the enemy on the high seas 11. James Monroe. Significant war-dated DS, signed as secretary of state, “Jas Monroe,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 13.5, June 26, 1812. Remarkable document issued at the beginning of the War of 1812 to Captain Philip Rider, commander of the private armed Schooner called the Experiment, providing instructions for following the attached printed act “concerning Letters of Marque, Prizes and Prize Goods.” In part: “The high seas, referred to in your commission, you will understand, generally, to extend to low water mark…You are to pay the strictest regard to the rights of neutral powers, and the usages of civilized nations…Towards enemy vessels and their crews, you are to proceed, in exercising the rights of war, with all the justice and humanity which characterize the nation of which you are members…The master and one or more of the principal persons belonging to captured vessels, are to be sent, as soon after the capture as may be, to the judge or judges of the proper court in the United States.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, scattered creases and soiling, and a small hole to the upper left. This document dates to just eight days after the United States declared war on England following a series of diplomatic conflicts, including restrictions imposed by the British on US trade overseas and impressment of American soldiers. The naval forces of both nations would be of the utmost importance in deciding the outcome of the War of 1812, during which most conflicts were fought at sea. An exceptional document from the country’s early days of naval warfare. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Attractive handwritten letter as Adams begins his second term in the Massachusetts House of Representatives

12. John Quincy Adams. ALS signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 8 x 9.5, March 22, 1833. Letter to Solomon Miles, corresponding secretary to the American Institute of Instruction. In part: “It would have afforded me great pleasure to comply with the wishes of the Institute; but engagements of an indispensable nature will engage my time and occupations during the ensuing Summer, so that I regret to say that it will not be in my power...It has been occasioned by the Circumstances that...the presence of public business at the close of the Session of Congress.” Reverse of the second integral page bears an ownership stamp of renowned surgeon and collector Dr. Max Thorek. In fine condition, with small marginal binding holes to left edge, mounting remnants to reverse of second integral page, with a clipped caption affixed to front of page. Adams was the first of only two former presidents to continue his political career after leaving the presidency, serving as a nine-term Massachusetts representative, and unsuccessfully running for governor in 1833, the combination of which undoubtedly led to Adams declining this particular speaking engagement.

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13. John Quincy Adams. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 15.5 x 9.5, April 15, 1825.

President Adams grants William Willcoxon of Sangamon County, Illinois, a parcel of land “in the District of Springfield and state of Illinois, containing one hundred and sixty acres.” Signed at the conclusion by Adams and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains clean and fully intact. Intersecting folds, scattered soiling, and a slightly trimmed top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

14. John Quincy Adams. Ink

signature, “With great esteem and regards I am your friend, J. Q. Adams,” on an offwhite slip clipped from the closing of a letter. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Adams to an overall size of 9 x 11. In fine condition, with several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, which is also slightly separated along the top edge, not affecting the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

15. John Quincy Adams. Partly-printed

DS, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, November 16, 1819.

Adams, as secretary of state, certifies the accompanying documents are “a true copy of a patent granted to Osborn Parsons for his imp’t in the rectification of spirits.” Signed at the conclusion by Adams.

The certification is bound with a green ribbon to the copy of the 1808 patent, completed and signed in a clerk’s hand on behalf of Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. A couple of small creases and tears, a small spot to text, and some scattered edge wear and paper loss to patent copy, otherwise fine condition. The white wafer seal is crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

16. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.25 x 9.75, April 6, 1829. President Jackson grants William Willcockson of Sangamon County, Illinois, a parcel of land “at Springfield, Illinois, containing Eighty Acres.” Signed at the conclusion by President Jackson and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains clean and fully intact. Two vertical storage folds, a few small stains to the bottom (one affecting the last letter of Jackson’s signature), and overall writing slightly faded, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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‘Old Hickory’ earns his nickname 17. Andrew Jackson. War-dated manuscript DS, signed “Andrew Jackson, Major

Genl,” one page, 7.75 x 13, March 8, 1813. Document headed “Provision return for the Regiment of Tennessee Volunteer Cavalry under the command of Col. Coffee a part of the detachment under the Command of Major Genl Jackson for the 8th Day of March 1813.”

Jackson orders a day’s rations for 519 soldiers. Crisply penned and ruled in tabular format, headed “Camp Jackson Companies &c,” ten companies are listed by Captain, plus “pack house Man,” and, in columns, are listed the numbers of “Men,” “rations per day,” “days,” and “Total No of rations.” Signed beneath the table “John Coffee” as Colonel of Cavalry and boldly signed by Jackson beneath a statement reading: “The Contractor will issue five hundred & nineteen complete rations agreeable to the above return.” Captains listed are Coleman, Byrne, Bradley, Motten, Jetton, Baskerville, Kavanaugh, Smith, Terrell, and McKeen. Three horizontal folds, some professional restoration having been done, areas of light circular discoloration, show-through from docketing on reverse, and uniform toning, otherwise very good condition.

In November 1812, Governor Willie Blount ordered the Tennessee Militia—under Jackson’s command—on an expedition to Natchez to defend the Mississippi River frontier.

Coffee, a colonel who raised the 2nd Regiment of Volunteer Mounted Riflemen, was a close friend of the major general. Six days after Jackson signed this order of rations, he received orders from the secretary of war to disband his army and return its provisions.

Refusing to abandon his men so far from home, he marched them back at his own expense, winning the admiration of his troops and gaining the nickname ‘Old Hickory’ for his toughness. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

18. Andrew Jackson. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, one page, 10.75 x 13.25, April 8, 1833. Jackson issues a patent to Peter L. Grosh having “invented a new and useful improvement in the mode of applying wind to musical instruments by means of bellows.” Signed at the conclusion by Jackson and countersigned by Secretary of State Edward Livingston.

Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered toning, handwritten portions and Jackson’s signature several shades light but still legible, marginal binding holes to left edge, and a lightly trimmed bottom edge, otherwise very good condition. The seal is toned, but intact, and missing its ribbons. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

19. Martin Van Buren. Partly-

printed DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 8 x 10.75, December 14, 1829. President Van Buren certifies Richard, Lord, and Holbrook’s copyright of “a certain book consisting of one hundred and twenty nine pages entitled Elements of Geometry, with Practical Applications for the use of Schools. By T. Walker, Teacher of Mathematics in the Round Hill School, at Northampton, Mass. Second Edition Improved.” The crisply embossed white paper seal remains affixed to the lower left. In fine condition, with a rough left edge. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA and an unsigned engraved portrait. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Choice free-franked letter informing Connecticut’s governor of the death of a senator

20. Martin Van Buren. LS signed “M. Van Buren, Vice President of the U. States & President of the Senate,” one page both sides, 8 x 10, December 10, 1835. Letter to Governor Henry W. Edwards of Connecticut. In part: “In obedience to an instruction from the Senate of the United States, I am to perform the melancholy office of informing you, that the Honorable Nathan Smith, late a Senator of the United States from the State of Connecticut, departed this life on the morning of Sunday last…This is not a place in which I am permitted to indulge those reflections which the loss of so worthy a public servant and by a death so sudden and unexpected, naturally suggests. It rests with you Sir, to make that use of this information which is necessary for supplying his place as speedily as may be in the Senate of the United States.” The address panel on the reverse of the second integral page is filled out in another hand and franked in the upper right, “Free, M. Van Buren.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and partial separation at the top of the adjoining fold. Senator Smith passed away on December 6, 1835, and Governor Edwards appointed Democrat John Milton Niles to fill the vacancy, beginning on December 21. When he wrote this letter, Van Buren was serving as Andrew Jackson’s vice president; he was subsequently elected president and served from 1837 to 1841, and in 1840 appointed John Milton Niles to his cabinet as postmaster general. A politically interesting and well-preserved letter, rarely seen with the free-franked panel still intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

21. Martin Van Buren. Early partly-printed DS, signed “M. Van Buren, Atty.,” one page, 7.75 x 4.5, June 11, 1808. Court document authorizing the sheriff of Columbia County, New York, to “take Bishop Wilchy if he shall be found within your Bailiwick and him safely keep, so that you may have his Body before our Judges…to answer until Daniel Ludlow in a plea…on the case to his Damages one hundred dollars.” Also signed on the reverse, “M. Van Buren, Atty.” The official seal is intact.

Vertical fold passing through his name on the front side, and scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Scarce early 1796 receipt for a book sale 22. William Henry Harrison. Third-person ADS, one page, 8 x 4.25,

docketed 1796 on the reverse. Harrison sends a group of books. In full: “Wm. H. Harrison sends to Colo. Gano seven setts of the Gleason viz 4 setts on wove & 3 on common paper—these are the property of the Colo. Mr. & Mrs Goudy Mr. St. Clair Colo. Gibson & Mr. Gordon.” A receipt is penned on the reverse in another hand, listing the recipients and prices of the seven books totaling $23.00, and confirming receipt: “Received of John S. Gano the sum of Twenty three Dollars in full for the within mentioned books.” In very good condition, with three vertical folds (partial separation to center fold, not affecting any writing), light toning, and show-through from mounting remnants to reverse corners. A highly desirable example from early in Harrison’s military career. Among the notable men mentioned in this document is John Sites Gano, one of the original settlers of Columbia, Ohio, who arrived in 1788 and shortly thereafter commanded an advance party and surveyed the route for the march of General Arthur St. Clair’s army into the Indian country. The other surnames also appear on the rolls of Harrison’s troops as well as in early Ohio politics. An intriguing early piece of Ohio history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A 1795 peace offering of “two quarts of whiskey” for a “Potawatimie chief” 23. William Henry Harrison. Outstanding very early ADS, signed “Wm. H. Harrison,” one page, 6.75 x 2.5, Greenville, July 25, 1795.

Handwritten requisition document in which Harrison orders liquor for a Native American chief. In full: “The commissary will issue for a Potawatimie chief two quarts of whiskey.” Matted to an overall size of 10.75 x 6.5. In fine condition, with mild staining.

At this time, Harrison was just 22 years old and serving as aide-decamp to General ‘Mad’ Anthony Wayne in the Ohio Indian Wars.

Just nine days after writing this document, he was one of the signatories of the Treaty of Greenville, which ended the Northwest Indian War. In the treaty a coalition of Native American tribes, including the Potawatomi, Chippewa, Miami, Ottawa, and Shawnee, ceded a large area of midwestern land to the United States in exchange for goods valued at $20,000. Harrison would come to national fame nearly two decades later when he again fought the Native Americans, most prominently in a victorious effort over Tecumseh at the Battle of Tippecanoe in 1811.

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

24. John Tyler. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “J. Tyler,” one page,

20.75 x 16, October 13, 1845. Four language ship’s paper issued to “Humphrey Shearman, master or commander of the Bark called Cantin Packet…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for Pacific Ocean and laden with provisions, stores, and utensils for a whaling voyage.” Signed in the middle of the fourth panel by Tyler and countersigned by Secretary of State Abel Upshaw.

In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, old reinforcement along reverse of central vertical fold, scattered toning, and a couple of minor separations along folds. The white wafer seal is crisp and intact. A well-preserved example with Tyler’s signature quite large and prominent. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Important letter concerning the “Choctaw Treaty” and distribution of reservation lands 25. John Tyler. Boldly penned ALS as president, one page, 8 x 9.75, November 6, 1842. Letter to the commissioners under the Choctaw Treaty.

In part: “My Brother Mr. William Tyler has concluded that it will not suit his views or purposes to act as the clerk to your Board—and Mr. Pierce Bailey of Richmond Virginia, who had been long known to me, has been selected to carry on the necessary papers and to convey to you a request that he may be appointed in place of my Brother—His appointment would give me great satisfaction from a full conviction that no one could be selected who would more faithfully or accountably discharge the duties—I do not doubt that you would find in him a most desirable auxiliary.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light mirroring to ink.

This document concerns the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek, signed on September 27, 1830, which was the first treaty carried into effect under the Indian Removal Act, forcibly relocating the Choctaw Nation from the Mississippi area into the American West—resulting in the tragic ‘Trail of Tears.’ The treaty set forth terms under which members of the Choctaw could make claims for reservation allotments in the West. On March 23, 1842, President Tyler signed a land patent fulfilling the promise of lands to the west of the Mississippi for the Choctaw to permanently settle. A commission was made to oversee the distribution of land claims, which is what Tyler is discussing in this letter; according to congressional records his brother, William Tyler, would eventually serve as a commissioner on the board, and the man he recommends here, Pierce Bailey, would serve as a secretary. An important letter concerning one of the most controversial US policies of the early 19th century.

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Excessively rare Tyler presidential land grant 26. John Tyler. Rare partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 16 x 10, November 1, 1844. President Tyler grants Matthew Allen of Florida a parcel of land “as Subject to Sale at Tallahassee, Florida Territory, containing one hundred and sixty acres.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Tyler and countersigned by J. Williamson as recorder of the General Land Office. Traces from an affixed seal remain in the lower left. In very good condition, with four vertical storage folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature) and scattered staining. President Andrew Jackson passed a law in 1833 allowing land grants to be secretarially signed, making authentically signed examples from 1834 and later extremely rare.

The overwhelming majority of land grants from Tyler’s administration are signed by his son Robert, who served as President Tyler’s private secretary—only a handful of grants signed by John Tyler himself are known to exist. A true historical rarity. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Mourning the loss of William Henry Harrison with “fasting and prayer throughout the U. States” 27. James K. Polk. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 12.25, April 30, 1841. Letter to John W. Ford,

marked “Private” at the top by Polk. In part: “President Tyler has recommended the day preferred for Woodbury—(Friday the 14th May) as one of fasting and prayer throughout the U. States. Upon learning this fact my opinion is that it would not be proper for me to address the people on that day. It would be improper in itself—and might be seized upon and used by my political opponents...The finest spirit prevails in this Democratic region.” Reverse of second integral page is addressed in Polk’s hand to Ford. In very good condition, with letter having been professionally silked, intersecting folds, and uniform toning from previous display. Polk would lose the upcoming Tennessee gubanatorial election to James C. Jones, and lose to him again two years later. When William Henry Harrison died after only serving 32 days in office, President Tyler declared a national day of mourning three weeks later. A respectful nod to the recently-deceased president, despite Polk’s urgent need to campaign. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

29. Zachary Taylor. Partial-

self-contained manuscript DS as president, signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 6.75 x 2.5, April 14, 1849. Document reads, in full: “Let the penalty of the bond be $50,000 as above recommended.” Document is affixed to a 9.5 x 13.5 matted engraved portrait of Taylor and framed to an overall size of 10.75 x 14.5. A few small spots of toning from adhesive on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

30. Millard Fillmore.

28. Zachary Taylor. Partly-printed DS, signed “Z. Taylor, Col.

Comdr,” one page, 8 x 10, March 31, 1836. Document concerning the accounting of $17.13 which is “postage on public letters & documents to Col. Z. Taylor 1st Inf.,” with Taylor attesting “I certify that the above account is correct and just, and that the postage accrued on letters on public service and that I actually paid the sum above charges,” signed at the conclusion of the statement by Taylor. Also signed at the bottom of the page by the Quartermaster who received the funds. In fine condition, with even overall toning, and light spotting to one horizontal fold. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Hand-addressed and free-franked mailing envelope circa 1852– 1853, 4.75 x 2.75, addressed in Fillmore’s hand to “Hon. Henry S. Randall, Secy of State, Albny, N. Y.,” and franked in the upper right, “M. Fillmore.” The envelope bears a December 8, Buffalo, “Free” postal cancellation stamp on the left side. A mild block of toning, otherwise fine condition. Randall served as New York’s secretary of state from 1852 to 1853, and in 1858 published what is considered the most complete and authoritative biography ever written on Thomas Jefferson.

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“Desirous of reading the whole,” Fillmore requests a copy “of the Opinions of the Supreme Court in the case of Dred Scott” 31. Millard Fillmore. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, March 28, 1857. Letter to Hamilton Fish. In full: “Perceiving that the Senate ordered some extra copies of the Opinions of the Supreme Court in the case of Dred Scott to be printed & being desirous of reading the whole, may I ask the favor of a copy if you have one to spare.” Reverse of blank second integral page is docketed in an unknown hand on the reverse, and affixed to an identical size sheet. In fine condition.

After living with his master in states and territories where slavery was illegal, Dred Scott returned to Missouri and sued for the freedom of himself and his family, claiming that their residence in free states made them free people. The Supreme Court decision, delivered by Chief Justice Roger Taney, was issue on March 6, 1857, and declared that slaves were not citizens and therefore could not bring suit in Federal courts. In addition, the Court declared that the Missouri Compromise was unconstitutional and that Congress did not have the authority to prohibit slavery in the territories.

While personally opposed to slavery, Fillmore had previously opposed abolitionist demands to exclude it from the territory gained in the Mexican War, supporting the Compromise of 1850. A handsome letter regarding one of the most important and controversial legal decisions in US history, which became one of several precipitates for the ultimate breakdown in American politics, the southern secession, and the Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Respect for the ‘powers that be’ forbids that I should volunteer advice to them” 32. Millard Fillmore. Civil War–dated ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 7.75, September 21, 1861. Letter to Dr. Cyrus Powers, nephew of his late wife Abigail. In part: “I have this moment received your letter…informing me that you have applied to the State Medical Examiners for a certificate, and contemplate offering your services as surgeon to some Regiment in the U.S. Army, and requesting of me a letter of recommendation to the appointing power, which, as I have known you long & have a favorable opinion of your professional skill, I should most cheerfully give but for the fact that, I do not interfere in any appointments. I have never recommended any one for office to those who have succeeded on in the administration of the government, for the reason that self respect forbids that I should ask a favor, and respect for the ‘powers that be’ forbids that I should volunteer advice to them—But I deem it every man’s duty at this time to serve the country as best he can and I therefore sincerely hope that you will offer your services and be accepted.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds and show-through from writing on opposing sides of the page. Dr. Powers did successfully receive the appointment, serving as assistant surgeon in the 75th Regiment and later with the 160th Regiment. Van Buren had great respect for the executive office’s ability to make official appointments, even touching upon the responsibility in his 1850 State of the Union, saying that he regarded it ‘as a sacred trust, to be exercised with the sole view of advancing the prosperity and happiness of the people.’ A great letter that describes the former president’s views on both political influence and service to one’s country during wartime. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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33. Franklin Pierce. Desirable hand-addressed and free-franked mailing envelope, 4.75 x 2.75, addressed in Pierce’s hand to “Hon. John Aiken, For Rev. Chas A. Aiken, Andover, Mass,” and franked in the upper right, “Franklin Pierce.” Envelope bears a November 24, Washington “Free” postal cancellation stamp to the left side. In fine condition, with a few light creases and a mild shade of uniform toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Early 1830 trade agreement with the Sultan of Borneo

Scarce, boldly signed four-language document for a whaling voyage to the Pacific

35. Franklin Pierce. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21.25 x 16.75,

34. Franklin Pierce. Partly-printed DS as president,

one page, 8.25 x 10.25, July 12, 1854. President Pierce directs the secretary of state “to affix the Seal of the United States to my Proclamation of the Convention, between the United States & His Highness the Sultan of Borneo, of the 23d June 1830.” In fine condition, with some mild spotting and light edge dings. The US and Borneo signed a treaty on June 23, 1830, which set forth terms for trade between the nations, exempting imports and exports from duties; in the agreement, the sultan also agreed to aid any American ships wrecked off the coast of Borneo. An intriguing early trade agreement between the United States and the exotic Southeast Asian island nation. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

November 16, 1853. Four-language ship’s papers issued to “Joseph K. Green master or commander of the Barque called Susan…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for Pacific Ocean and laden with Provisions, Stores and utensils for a whaling voyage.” Boldly signed in the fourth panel by Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of State William Marcy. The crisp presidential seal affixed to the center remains fully intact, as does the notary seal affixed at the bottom. Fragile intersecting storage folds (vertical and horizontal folds passing through signature), a few small splits at intersections (including one at signature), and areas of toning from seals, otherwise fine condition. Captain Green commanded the Susan out of New Bedford on two lengthy voyages. The first commenced the day after he was issued this document, on November 17, 1853, and returned in late June of 1856, bringing with it 1,154 barrels of sperm whale oil and 137 barrels of whale oil. Its ill-fated final voyage began on November 10, 1856, but it was lost off the coast of Ecuador on June 20, 1857; 250 barrels of sperm oil were able to be salvaged. Four-language ships papers for whaling voyages are considered scarce and important maritime documents, and represent an unusual part of America’s history at sea. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) www.RRAuction.com | 17

Scarce late-term commission for an officer who would later serve with distinction in the Peninsular Campaign 36. James Buchanan. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 14.75 x 18.5, February 26, 1861. President Buchanan appoints Alfred T. Smith a “Second Lieutenant in the Eighth Regiment of Infantry in service to the United States.” Signed at the conclusion

by Buchanan and countersigned by Secretary of War Joseph Holt.

Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 24.5. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, light wrinkling and creasing, and Buchanan’s signature and handwritten portions of the document a few shades light, but completely legible. The green seal is slightly worn, but intact.

Smith would be promoted again a year later for his service during the Peninsular Campaign. Issued only five days before Buchanan left office, this is an excellent example of an uncommon military appointment from the pre-Civil War president. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

37. James Buchanan.

ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 8, July 25, 1867. Letter to Laura Pleasonton, daughter of Buchanan’s deceased friend Stephen Pleasonton. In part: “I received your favor the 20th, and rejoiced to learn that you are getting along so well in the management of your own affairs. I shall be ever ready and willing to give you my advice when requested. I shall send the Certificate for 11 Shares of the stock in the Hazelton Coal Company to have it exchanged for the like number of shares in the Hazelton R.R. Company…consider this as done. ” In fine condition, with one horizontal and one vertical fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Buchanan’s hand. Best remembered for moving the government’s most valuable books and papers to safety—including the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution—before the burning of Washington in 1814, Stephen Pleasonton served as the first ‘Fifth Auditor’ of the Treasury Department until his death in 1855. An intriguing historical association. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Faced with “new arrangements” for recently freed slaves, the Great Emancipator recommends a judge in war-torn South Carolina 38. Abraham Lincoln. Civil War–dated handwritten endorsement, signed as president, “A. Lincoln,” dated June 4, 1863, on the reverse of the second integral page of a two-page letter of the same date sent to him by Samuel A. Foot. Foot writes, in full: “Under the new arrangements, which it is understood are about being made in respect to South Carolina, the Government may need the services of some one as U. S. District Judge for the District of that State. I offer my services for that purpose, with the understanding and pledge on my part, to resign whenever the Government can find a suitable person, a citizen of that state, to take the position.” On the reverse Lincoln has forwarded Foot’s letter to his attorney general, Edward Bates, writing, in full: “Attorney General, please preserve—Judge Foot is cousin to the Admiral, & is vouched as an excellent man. A. Lincoln, June 4, 1863.” Letter is also docketed in unknown hand: “South Carolina District Judgeship, June 4, 1863.” In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, scattered light soiling, a thin line of toning through endorsement and first letter of Lincoln’s signature, and scattered light creasing.

Just months after Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, Samuel A. Foot, former presiding judge of the New York State Court of Appeals, offered his services to stand in as District Judge for South Carolina. The most pressing legal issue facing the courts was the implementation of the Proclamation, which asserted the freedom of slaves in the rebellious states and offered no compensation to their owners—earlier legislation was in conflict with this, requiring that individuals were to return runaway slaves to their owners. Federal judges would have to rule on the new law, for which purpose abolitionists like Foot were encouraged to render their services. Despite Lincoln’s glowing endorsement of Foot, whom the New York Times referred to as Lincoln’s ‘warm friend on many occasions,’ the Attorney General’s office left the judgeship vacant. This war-dated document holds an excellent personal endorsement for a friend and fellow abolitionist at a critical time in the battle against slavery. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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1862 officer’s commission for a soldier present at Lincoln’s deathbed 39. Abraham Lincoln. Partly-print-

ed war-dated vellum DS as president, one page, 15.75 x 19.75, July 18, 1862. President Lincoln appoints Thomas M. Vincent an “Assistant Adjutant General with the rank of Major in service of the United States.”

Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln, and countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and some light toning along right edge. The blue seal is crisp and intact with a horizontal fold passing through the lower portion.

Having seen action in the Florida Indian Wars, and later at the First Battle of Bull Run, Vincent later found himself relegated to duty in the Adjutant General’s Office in Washington, DC, responsible for the organization and business of the Volunteer Armies of the United States.

Deemed too valuable an asset to the War Department, Vincent was repeatedly denied his requests for a field position by Stanton. On April 14, 1865, Vincent witnessed the shooting of Lincoln at Ford’s Theatre, then spent the following day holding vigil over the President at the Petersen House. A boldly signed appointment for a career soldier whose path would cross with Lincoln’s less than two years later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Lincoln prepares “appointments in Washington Territory” 40. Abraham Lincoln. Choice

ANS as president, signed “Lincoln,” one page, 5 x 2.75, no date. In full: “Please send your papers and brief (if you have any) for appointments in Washington Territory.”

In fine condition, with some mild soiling. The Washington Territory was established in 1853 from a portion of the Oregon territory, and its boundaries were finalized during Lincoln’s administration in 1863. In 1862, President Lincoln had appointed his friend William Pickering—a fellow Republican from Illinois who had served in the House of Representatives, and as a delegate to the 1860 Republican National Convention at which Lincoln was nominated for the presidency—as governor of the territory. Preparing to make an appointment to the massive western territory, this note was most certainly penned during his term in the nation’s highest office. An exemplary piece concerning his official duties. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

41.

Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.

Original October 4, 1862, issue of the Fort Dodge Republican, 16 x 22.5, with the headline at the top of the third column reading, “The President’s Emancipation Proclamation.” The proclamation in the paper reads, in part: “That on the first day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixtythree, all persons held as slaves within any State or designated part of a State, the people whereof shall then be in rebellion against the United States, shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free; and the Executive Government of the United States, including the military and naval authority thereof, will recognize and maintain the freedom of such persons, and will do no act or acts to repress such persons, or any of them, in any efforts they may make for their actual freedom.”

The paper has identical printing on the reverse as well. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, some edge chips and tears, missing lower right corner tip, a small tape repair, and a bit of light foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

42. Abraham Lincoln: James Speed. Important

publication: Opinion on the Constitutional Power of the Military to Try and Execute the Assassins of the President by Attorney General James Speed. Washington: Government Printing Office, 1865. Disbound, 5.5 x 8.5, 16 pages.

A light vertical bend and some chips and small tears to edges, otherwise fine condition. Following Lincoln’s assassination in 1865, there was much debate on the appropriate venue in which to try the alleged assassins and plotters.

Attorney General Speed argued that the accused conspirators should be tried by military commission, rather than through the civil courts, arguing that the law of war, as part of the law of nations, had implicitly been adopted in the Constitution. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fearing a surprise attack by Confederate ironclads— “be extra watchful during the continuance of present high water” 43. U. S. Grant. Civil War–dated ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen.,” one page, 7.5 x 8.5, Head Quarters Armies of the United States letterhead, February 25, 1865. Handwritten telegram to Major General Edward Ord. In full: “Troops on the Bermuda front, as well as those on your extreme right should be notified to be extra watchful during the continuance of present high water.” In fine condition, with toning to edges from previous display. Accompanied by a handsome engraved portrait of Grant, bearing a facsimile signature.

Located on a peninsula between the James and Appomattox Rivers, the Bermuda front faced serious exposure to attack at times of high water; the threat was a concern for General Grant, who stayed in contact with Ord throughout the day of February 25. Earlier, he had sent a telegram warning Ord that Jubal Early’s Confederate troops were said to be moving toward the river, possibly preparing an attack from the right. The telegram here offered was sent next, warning that the high water posed a risk, and a third later that day, reiterating that vigilance must be taken due to the threat of Confederate rams, as the high waters would allow the ships clearance to travel the rivers. An excellent example of a war-dated Grant, demonstrating his tactical awareness as a military leader. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Phenomenal 1864 carte-de-visite signed during the Siege of Petersburg 44. U. S. Grant. Scarce Civil War–dated original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Grant in uniform, resting his arm on a table, signed in the lower border in black ink, “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen. U. S. A.” Published by E. & H. T. Anthony of New York, from a Brady negative. Ink notation to reverse reads, “Given by Gen. to J. J. Williams at City Point, Va., Oct. 1864.” A small tear to the top (not affecting the crisp and clean overall appearance), otherwise fine condition. In October 1864, the Union was engaged in the lengthy Siege of Petersburg, and Grant’s headquarters were at City Point. A sharp image and magnificent example on its own, made even more desirable with its superb wartime association. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Scarce official engraved portrait of the nearly clean-shaven Civil War hero

46. U. S. Grant.

45. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as

president, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, May 8, 1876. President Grant authorizes the secretary of state “to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of James E. Marsh.” In very good to fine condition, with light overall dampstaining affecting the appearance. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Superb engraved official portrait by the US Treasury Department Bureau of Engraving and Printing showing Grant in profile, 6 x 7.5, boldly signed below the vignette image in black ink, “U. S. Grant.” In fine condition, with a uniform block of toning from prior display. A striking and rarely seen format. Precertified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

General Grant and his large family visit West Point in 1866 47. U. S. Grant.

ALS, three pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Head-Quarters Armies of the United States letterhead, July 3, 1866. Letter to Major General George W. Cullum, superintendent of the West Point Military Academy. In part: “It would be very much more pleasant for me to be at a private house than at a crowded hotel and I will gladly accept the invitation if my family will not be too large for you to accommodate. Mrs. Grant and three children will be with me.

If this is too much of a good thing please don’t hesitate about saying so.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Grant’s hand. This letter dates to just one year after the conclusion of the Civil War, and mere weeks before Congress promoted Grant to the newly created rank of General of the Army of the United States on July 25, 1866. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce 1876 Grant-signed ship’s papers for a whaling voyage 48. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21.75

x 17.5, July 5, 1876. Four language ship’s paper issued to “Stephen Flanders master or commander of the Bark called Sea Ranger…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for Atlantic Ocean and laden with provisions, utensils, & stores for a whaling voyage.” Signed in the fourth panel by Grant and countersigned by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, old reinforcement to reverse of central vertical fold, uniform shade of mild toning, light show-through from notation on reverse, and scattered edge wear. The white seal is evenly toned, with some paper loss to bottom edge. A fine example of this rare Grant format. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

49. U. S. Grant. Crisp ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card. In fine condition, with a couple of light vertical indentations.

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

Visiting Egypt’s vast Karnak Temple during his monumental world tour 50. U. S. Grant. Original and large unsigned albumen photo, 9.5 x 11.5,

affixed to a 10.75 x 13 mount, of U. S. Grant, his wife Julia, and his two sons Frederick and Jesse, posing alongside their guides and porters at the Karnak Temple Complex near the ancient city of Thebes, taken circa late January 1878. In fine condition, with a few light dings and corner tip bends to image, an area of toning to top left affecting just the corner tip of the image, and some dings and soiling to mount. In the March 4, 1878, issue of the New York Herald, John Russell Young, a correspondent who accompanied Grant during his tour wrote, in part: ‘We gathered under the shade of a column, and, having carpeted a broken column for Mrs. Grant, sat around her and refreshed ourselves out of a basket…The General wears his pith helmet, swathed in silk, and you just catch a glimpse of the eyes and all the force of his brave, kind, strong face. Mrs. Grant sits near him, shrinking from the sun.’ Grant’s world tour began shortly after leaving the White House and spanned over two-and-a-half years, with stops in England, Germany, China, Hong Kong, India, Italy, and Egypt. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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51. Rutherford B. Hayes. Partly-printed

DS, signed as governor of Ohio, “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 7.25 x 4, December 27, 1871.

State of Ohio financial document authorizing the auditor of the state “to issue your Warrant on the Treasurer of the State in favor of A. K. Nice & Co. for mending furniture & upholstery for the sum of six—00 dollars.” Signed at the conclusion by Hayes.

Archivally cloth-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Hayes to an overall size of 16.5 x 22. In very good condition, with a few fingerprints to written portions of document, some red staining to lower left, and show-through from stamp on reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

53. James A. Garfield. LS signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page,

lightly-lined both sides, 4.75 x 7.75, House of Representatives letterhead, March 27, 1880. Letter to political ally Captain A. W. Stiles.

In part: “I shall be glad to do any thing I can to assist our friend… but I do not yet know whether I can attend the State Convention. If the business of the House will allow it, I may be able to go.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and a brush to signature. Just a few months later on June 8, 1880, Garfield was nominated to run as the Republican candidate in the upcoming presidential election. A desirable example written just as his ill-fated run to the presidency was about to begin. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Supremely rare Garfield as president

52. Rutherford B. Hayes. Partly-printed DS, signed “Rutherford

B. Hayes,” one page, 23.5 x 18.5, May 20, 1889. President Hayes issues a certificate from the Military Order of the United States. In part: “Know ye, that Captain Charles Bigelow Childe, 8th Vermont Infantry, having been specially distinguished for faithful service…was received as a Companion of the First Class of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by Hayes using his uncommon full signature, and countersigned by recorder John P. Nicholson. Framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 25.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by a framed memorial display featuring a portrait of Childe and pamphlet announcing his death.

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

54. James A. Garfield. Partial self-contained partly-printed DS as president, one page, 22.75 x 8, May 19, 1881. Lower portion of a presidential appointment, nicely signed by Garfield and countersigned

by Secretary of State James Blaine. In fine condition, with vertical folds (one touching middle initial of signature), some mirroring of Blaine’s signature from folding, a slightly irregular top edge, and a few spots of mild toning. The large white seal is crisp and intact. Any document signed by Garfield while in office is extremely rare, ranking second only to William Henry Harrison in scarcity. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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President Arthur, future president McKinley, and over 300 congressmen

55. Chester A. Arthur and His Cabinet. Hardcover leatherbound autograph album, 7.5 x 9.25, signed inside, as president, “Chester A.

Arthur, April 12, 1884,” and also signed by seven members of his cabinet: “Fredck. T. Frelinghuysen” (Secretary of State), “W. Q. Grisham” and “Chas. J. Folger” (Secretaries of the Treasury), “Benjamin Harris Brewster” (Attorney General), “Robert T. Lincoln” (Secretary of War), “Wm. E. Chandler” (Secretary of the Navy), and “H. M. Teller” (Secretary of the Interior). Album is additionally signed by more than 340 members of the 48th US Congress (almost all back-to-back), including future president William McKinley, and former Union general William Rosecrans.

Accompanied by a 4.5 x 3.5 card presenting the album to California Governor James Herbert Budd, with a small sprig of flowers affixed to the card with a small blue ribbon. Some scattered light toning and soiling to pages, reinforcement to hinges, and moderate wear to covers, otherwise fine condition. Budd served a single term in Congress from 1883–1885, and ten years later was elected governor of California after a bitter campaign, edging out Morris Estee by only 1200 votes. An impressive collection of signatures obtained near the end of Arthur’s term, containing most of his cabinet at the time, as well as a majority of senators and representatives, including a future president. Provenance: Sotheby’s, June 2014. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

56. Grover Cleveland.

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 14.5 x 18.5, January 22, 1889.

President Cleveland appoints Alfred T. Smith “Lieutenant Colonel of the Eighth Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion

by Cleveland and countersigned by Secretary of War William Endicott. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 24.5. Intersecting folds (one through a single letter of signature), and scattered creases and wrinkles, otherwise fine condition. The blue seal is creased and worn. Smith would eventually retire from active service in 1899 after serving in both the Civil War and Spanish-American War. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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57. Benjamin Harrison. Handsome engraved portrait of the exterior of the White House, 4.5 x 3.5, signed below the detailed vignette in bold black ink, “Benj. Harrison.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling, trimmed edges, and mounting remnants to reverse corners.

This vignette features the depiction of the White House introduced during Arthur’s presidency, rather than the variation introduced later in Harrison’s term. A desirable format. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

58. William McKinley. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21 x 16, April 12, 1899. McKinley appoints George Rutledge Armstrong a “Second Lieutenant of Infantry in the service of the United States.”

Signed at the bottom by McKinley and countersigned by the acting secretary of war. In very good condition, with scattered creasing, some lightly affecting portion of signature, scattered toning and soiling, and a couple minor tears along bottom edge. The blue seal is crisp and lightly creased. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

59. William McKinley. LS signed “Wm. McKinley, Jr.,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5.25 x 9, House of Representatives letterhead, March 19, 1889. Letter to Secretary of the Interior John Willock Noble.

In part: “Mr. Wm. H. Smith, assistant Librarian in the House library, a very remarkable man, who wants to make your acquaintance. I am sure you would like to meet him. He has been for years connected with the House of Reps. and is the most useful man in our library.”

A vertical fold through a single letter of signature and docketing and pencil notation to bottom of reverse, otherwise fine condition. Smith was a prominent Washingtonian and as House librarian was one of the highest-ranking African Americans in the federal government. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I suppose you saw that I was elected governor of New York, but I think I am proudest of having been Colonel of the Rough Riders” 60. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, December 28, 1898. Letter to historian William Laird Clowes. In full: “I understand your third volume is very nearly out. Pardon my troubling you, but have you an idea when the fourth will be issued, and will it contain my chapters? The reason for this anxiety, as you know, is that I cannot help hoping I can get my account of the War of 1812 out ahead of Mahan’s, for, of course, whatever he writes will utterly cast into the shade of what I write. I hope you are fairly well now. Of course it is too much to expect to see you on this side. I suppose you saw that I was elected governor of New York, but I think I am proudest of having been Colonel of the Rough Riders.” Roosevelt also made several ink corrections throughout the text in his own hand. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light toning, and an area of show-through along the bottom from adhesive remnants to the reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Having established himself as a serious historian after publishing The Naval War of 1812, Roosevelt was invited to contribute a chapter on the war for volume six of Clowes’s history of the Royal Navy. At the same time, Alfred Thayer Mahan, considered the greatest American strategist of his era, was working on his two-volume work dedicated to the war; Roosevelt was quick to acknowledge that such a comprehensive study by the foremost naval scholar in the country would overshadow his single chapter in Clowes’s book. Fortunately for Roosevelt, Alfred Thayer Mahan’s work did not appear in print until 1905. Despite his vast accomplishments in academia and politics, Roosevelt always held his time leading the Rough Riders as his dearest achievement—after two terms as President, he still preferred to be called ‘Colonel Roosevelt,’ and considered the charge on San Juan Hill as ‘the great day of my life.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Supporting a newly formed spy agency as the US enters WWI 61. Theodore Roosevelt. ALS,

three pages, 5.5 x 7.5, Sagamore Hill letterhead, August 12, 1917. Letter to to Ralph Henry Van Deman, often called the ‘Father of American Military Intelligence.’

In part: “I know Roger…I am an old family friend; I vouch for him unhesitatingly. He is of Princeton, ‘13…I am very glad to learn that he is to be in the political branch of the intelligence service. Now, I feel that it would be of great benefit to him to have at least a month’s training in Fort Meyer or some similar camp. He applied three times for Plattsburg and was turned down for underweight, but underweight is of no consequence for the Intelligence Department…I have heard your praises so enthusiastically rung as an officer who gets things done in short order for whatever he deems the good of the service requires!” In fine condition, with several intersecting folds. The US War Department’s Military Intelligence Section was created in May 1917—one month after the US entered into World War I—with Van Deman as its head. In addition to intelligence gathering, the organization was also tasked with preventing sabotage and subversion by enemy agents or German sympathizers on US soil. An exceptional letter with rarely seen espionage content. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The Progressive Party has come to stay” 62. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, two pages,

7.75 x 9.5, The Outlook letterhead, February 21, 1913. Letter to Henry M. Wallace, a Detroit businessman and member of the National Progressive Committee for Michigan. In part: “The Progressive Party has come to stay. I am as confident as I can be that there will be no compromise, bargain, or consolidation with either of the old parties or old party bosses.

I have no question that there are millions of men [and women, added in his own hand] in the Republican Party who are progressive in principle. But just so long as they remain in the Republican Party they doom themselves to impotence. That party by its action in June last year, when it stole the machinery of the party from the rank and file, and by its conduct now in putting Mr. Taft forward as a leader and in keeping the same old bosses in control, has shown the utter impossibility of the Progressives ever again amalgamating with it…Let the Progressive Republicans come over to us. We will welcome them exactly as we will welcome the Progressive Democrats but to ask us to go into either Republican or the Democratic parties is to ask us to put on our necks the yoke which we have cast off, and against any such proposal I most heartily protest.” In fine condition. After failing to win the Republican nomination for reelection as president in 1912, Roosevelt left and formed the Progressive Party, also known as the Bull Moose Party, with a platform of strong government regulation to protect workers and the middle class, and called for women’s suffrage, environmental conservation, and social welfare programs, among other things. Though he had chosen Taft as his Republican successor, Roosevelt became displeased with his policies and turned against him. A spectacular letter outlining Roosevelt’s steadfast political convictions in the aftermath of his presidency. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exceptional formal uninscribed portrait as president 63. Theodore Roosevelt. Outstanding

matte-finish 4 x 5.5 portrait of Roosevelt in a near-profile pose wearing his customary pince-nez glasses, affixed to its original 5.25 x 7.25 Prince of Washington photographer’s mount, boldly signed on the mount in black ink as president, “With the good wishes of Theodore Roosevelt, Feb 22nd 1907.” In fine condition, with a uniform overall block of toning, Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

66. William H. Taft.

Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 15.5 x 19, December 27, 1910. President Taft appoints Henry R. Snyder “an Assistant Paymaster in the Navy, with the rank of Ensign.” Signed at the conclusion by Taft, and countersigned by the acting secretary of the Navy.

In very good condition, with scattered staining and toning, intersecting folds, and a few tiny holes and chips. The blue seal is worn and creased, but mostly intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Huge portrait for a former US assistant attorney general

64. Theodore Roosevelt. Ink

signature, “Theodore Roosevelt,” on an off-white 6.5 x 4 album page.

A couple of rusty paperclip marks to top edge, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

65. Theodore Roosevelt.

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 16.5 x 13.5, June 6, 1903. President Roosevelt appoints Albert W. Sioussa “a Notary Public for the District of Columbia.”

Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Attorney General Philander Knox. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 24 x 21. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. The red seal is crisp and intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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

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Rare church-related letter from President Taft 68. William H. Taft. ALS as president signed “Wm.

H. Taft,” two pages, 5.5 x 7, The President’s Cottage letterhead, September 10, 1909. Letter to a gentleman, in full: “I have just now come across your note of Aug 23 accompanied by the account of the 275th anniversary of the First Church of Lynn. I have read with interest Mr. Hawkes historical discourses to which you refer me. I thank you for your courtesy in sending me the book.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Taft’s hand. In fine condition, with a miniscule edge separation to horizontal mailing fold. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Harding in all these states is a dark horse, with an opportunity” 69. William H. Taft. TLS signed

“Wm. H. Taft,” four pages, 8 x 10.5, personal letterhead, February 23, 1920.

Letter to newspaper correspondent Gus Karger. In part: “I reach Oklahoma after a long day’s journey…I have seen a good many of the politicians.

There is a good chance here to elect a Senator on the Republican ticket, but it is likely to be thrown away because of the bitterness growing out of the election of the national committeeman. John McGraw is a fine fellow, but a Roman Catholic and a Knights of Columbus man, and when he sought reelection as a national committeeman, Jake Hamon, one of the worst of Oklahoman products, whom you may remember in the old times as a down-at-the-heel political roustabout, who suddenly through the oil business came into millions, and who plays both sides and contributes to the campaign funds of both parties, deliberately roused the Masons of the state against McGraw…Jake is a man who boasts of his infidelities among women and says they make him popular with them. He is a corrupter of everything political. He is a strong arm man…It is of no interest to him to have a Republican Senator…The news about the treaty is very disappointing to me. As the details come, the smaller it seems to me every participant in the drama is. There is grave danger that the matter will be thrown into the campaign, and if it is, the Republicans are going to find a mess on their hands…Johnson is likely to have more delegates in the convention than are expected. Wood is going down hill.

Lowden I think is making progress, but no such progress as indicates that he will command the situation. Harding in all these states is a dark horse, with an opportunity.” Taft has made several handwritten corrections to the text, and also added a closing which reads, “I hope to see and talk with you.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, rusty paperclip marks and impressions to top edge, and light overall toning, with a heavier area of toning to top left corner. Two of the men mentioned in this letter emerged as the forerunners for the 1920 Republican nomination, General Leonard Wood of New Hampshire and Illinois governor Frank Lowden. The party heads were not convinced of the viability of either, and Harding—then serving as a senator for Ohio—began to emerge as a possibility.

A fabulous letter packed with local and national political content, with Taft accurately predicting a Harding victory later in the year. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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70. Woodrow Wilson. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 18, July 17, 1915. President Wilson appoints Thomas M. Schnotala a “Chief Pay Clerk in the Navy, to rank with but after Ensign.” Signed at the conclusion by Wilson and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels. Document is affixed to an identical size board. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of light toning, and a few small stains and light soiling. The blue seal is crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

71. Woodrow Wilson. Superlative matte-finish 9.5 x 11.5 bust portrait of Wilson in a pinstripe suit, boldly signed in the lower left corner in fountain pen. Gorgeously double-suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 18 x 20. In fine condition. An exceptionally sharp formal image of the president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

72. Calvin Coolidge. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 17.75 x 14, March 27, 1926. Coolidge appoints Peter Thomsen to be postmaster of Fulton, Illinois. Signed at the bottom by Coolidge and countersigned by Postmaster General Harry S. New. A uniform shade of mild toning from previous display, and some scattered light staining to two edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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73. Herbert Hoover. Archive of 11 TLSs from Herbert Hoover to Lawrence Richey, ten signed with his full name, “Herbert Hoover,” and one signed with his initials, “H. H.,” each one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, spanning 1934 to 1955. All are brief and many have political content. A letter from 1934, in part: “Would it be too much trouble for you to get a list of the leading Republican newspapers, either dailies or weeklies.” Another from 1934, in part: “Is there any record of the dates when Paul Block dined at the White House—or called at the office?” A letter from 1935, in full: “Can you have Miss McGrath look over the protests which I received asking me to veto the tariff bill and pick out any that indicates New York banking or such influence.” In overall fine condition, with various pencil office notations and most with punch holes to one side. Richey, a former detective and Secret Service agent, was one of Hoover’s closest aides and carried out a diverse set of tasks during Hoover’s presidency. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

74. Herbert Hoover. Matte-finish 9.5 x

13.5 Harris and Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in the lower border to renowned surgeon and collector Dr. Max Thorek, “To Dr. Max Thorek, with kind regards of Herbert Hoover.” In fine condition, with a few light spots to borders and slight mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Canceling an appearance with the Allied Jewish Relief Campaign upon the death of President Taft 75. Herbert Hoover. Draft LS as president in pencil, signed

“Herbert Hoover,” two pages, 6.25 x 9.25, on the reverse of White House letterhead, March 8, 1930. Draft of a letter to Felix M. Warburg of the Allied Jewish Relief Campaign. In part: “I understand that you and your colleagues of many years are gathered here in Washington to take counsel among yourselves for the continuance of the great and unselfish work in which you have been so long engaged and in the course of which so much devotion and so many millions have been expended. The sad circumstances of the last few hours which have plunged the nation into mourning make it impossible for me to welcome you other than with these lines. I can only repeat what I have often said to you before that the work which you have done, apart from its evident humanitarian aspects, is a large contribution to the cause of good-will between peoples. History will properly appraise your efforts for posterity—the commendation of your own consciences for today.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature. The president had intended to personally greet the 800 representatives of Jewish groups who had convened in Washington to form an allied Jewish campaign to raise $6 million for reconstruction in Eastern Europe and for use in Palestine. However, William Howard Taft passed away on March 8 and all White House social functions and public appearances were canceled upon the announcement in observance of his memory. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 32 | October 15, 2014 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

76. Herbert Hoover. An uncommon grouping of five items: an unusual mailing envelope signed once in the upper left and twice over the stamp block in the shape of an ‘X’; a free-franked White House envelope, postmarked 1933; a 1959 TLS thanking a friend for birthday wishes; and two handwritten telegram drafts in pencil, each one page, dated July 26, 1934, written entirely in Hoover’s hand but signed “Larry” (presumably on behalf of his assistant, Larry Richey). One, in part: “Second copy complete document was sent by registered mail.” In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

FDR plans for war with Mexico: “Am in touch with all preparations on Pacific coast. Everything is in first class shape” 77. Franklin D. Roosevelt. ALS signed

“Roosevelt,” two pages, 8 x 10, no date but April 21, 1914. Draft of a letter to Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels. In full: “Am in touch with all preparations on Pacific coast.

Everything is in first class shape condition and only need is additional officers and men. Ships not Vessels in reserve should be placed in full commission and twenty five hundred additional men should be recruited for this purpose as a reserve force. In addition to this there should be 600 or 700 more marines to bring total to 2000 for active service. This necessary because of length of West Mexican Coast. I would be grateful I should be I should be glad to see Colonel Waller ordered to Mexico. He is anxious to go. Magdalena Bay can should be taken and used as calling port for ships going North and South. A few marines with station ship and coal can hold it without opposition. Will leave for Washington Thursday morning unless you want me to go to San Diego to conduct general work on Pacific Coast. Please wire answer at once.” A pencil notation in another hand to the reverse of the second page reads: “Bremerton, April, 1914—On verge of war with Mex. I sent this in ‘cipher.’” In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Following a series of diplomatic incidents that strained American relations with Mexico, President Wilson learned of an illicit arms shipment from Germany due at the port of Veracruz on April 21, 1914. In response to this violation of an arms embargo, Wilson ordered the blockade and seizure of the port. At this time Roosevelt was serving as assistant secretary of the Navy, and received news of the action while inspecting the US shipyard at Bremerton in Washington state; he sent this message via telegram from the shipyard. FDR was prepared to elevate the crisis into war, and it did indeed leave the United States and Mexico on the brink in the following years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) www.RRAuction.com | 33

78. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, boldly signed in fountain pen. Some rippling to horizontal edges, tape remnants to reverse, and a few edge and corner tip creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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

7.25 x 10.5, Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland letterhead, July 18, 1928. Letter to Mr. E. J. Howe of the Taconic Park Commission. In full: “I shall be very glad to speak to Mr. Bixby over this weekend.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Canceling “nice plans for going to Algonac” as world war looms 80. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Rare ALS as president

signed “F. D. R.,” one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, no date [circa September, 1938]. Letter to Frederic Delano, his mother’s brother, addressed as “Dear Uncle Fred.”

In full: “All my nice plans for going to Algonac tomorrow for your Birthday are off—for I go to Rochester to night & Jimmy’s operation is Monday. Meanwhile ever so many Happy Returns—You are the grandest person I know—in every way.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original White House transmittal envelope addressed by Roosevelt to “Hon. F. A. Delano.”

As Hitler set his sights on the Sudetenland, escalating the situation abroad, the US president faced his own struggles at home. After previously unsuccessful treatments for a small gastric ulcer, Roosevelt’s son James was scheduled for emergency surgery on September 12th. Canceling plans to attend his “Dear Uncle Fred’s” 75th birthday celebration at the Delano family estate in Algonac, he offers his warmest wishes for “ever so many Happy Returns.” A kind, sincere, and decidedly rare handwritten letter from the president, setting aside his private worries and international concerns. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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As the war rages overseas, FDR keeps a close watch on “representatives of foreign governments which may be inimical to American interests” 81. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, July 2, 1941. Letter to Congressman Joe Hendricks. In part: “I acknowledge, with appreciation, the receipt of your letter of June 19, 1941, expressing your approval of the action in closing the German Consulates in this country, and submitting information relative to Mr. Wilhelm Tannenberg, First Secretary of the German Embassy in Washington. I have been glad to refer this letter to the Department of State for its information. That Department has not been unmindful of its responsibility to be informed of the activities of the representatives of foreign countries in the United States and of determining whether such activities conform with their official status and duties in the United States. I may assure you that the competent agencies of the Government continue to follow closely any action on the part of representatives of foreign governments which may be inimical to American interests.” In fine condition. Although the US was officially neutral in the summer of 1941, relations with Germany were rapidly deteriorating. Following revelations of subversive activities on the part of their consular officials, the United States ordered Germany to close all of its consulates

by July 10; Hendricks had publicly demanded the recall of Wilhelm Tannenberg, first secretary of the German Embassy in Washington, saying he was certain that Tannenberg would take action to ‘assist his government to the detriment of our national defense.’ Contrary to these suspicions, Tannenberg in fact worked to thwart pro-Nazi propaganda in America. A fascinating tale of international political intrigue from shortly before the US entered WWII. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

82. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Handsome 9 x 12 engraved portrait of President Roosevelt, signed below the vignette in bold fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.”

Moderate toning to irregularly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Just six days before being unexpectedly thrust into presidential office— “I’ve become a political eunuch” 83. Harry S. Truman. World War II–dated TLS as vice president, one page, 8 x 10.5, Office of the Vice President letterhead, April 6, 1945. Letter to Hugh P. Williamson, a prosecuting attorney in Missouri. In full: “Thanks a lot for your good letter of the Third. I am certainly glad to have the reactions which you gave me on the various phases of the State administration.” Below, Truman adds a large handwritten postscript: “Keep sending ’em. Tell Tom Van Sant that just because I’ve become a political eunuch, he needn’t strike me from his list.” Small edge separations and chipping, and light toning to edges, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a photocopy of Williamson’s letter to Truman, dated April 3, reporting on various aspects of the political situation in Truman’s home state.

It seems that Truman never found his position as vice president particularly active or influential, lamenting his plight to conclude this letter—little did he know that within the week, on April 12, President Roosevelt would succumb to a stroke and thus make Truman the most politically powerful man in the world.

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

“I am fully aware of the great contribution that was made by Scientific Laboratory in the creation of the nuclear weapon” 84. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, June 9, 1971.

Letter to Winston Dabney, Chairman of the Los Alamos Veterans Reunion Committee, in Los Alamos, New Mexico. In full: “Your letter of May 19, was received together with the Silver Coin and the Bronze Coin commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Los Alamos reunion. Also, I was pleased to receive the mounted sample of fused sand of the New Mexico desert. It was interesting to read of your project and its past history and I am fully aware of the great contribution that was made by Scientific Laboratory in the creation of the nuclear weapons where the first test was made in Alamogordo on July 16, 1945. It pleases me to know that those who participated in that had a reunion of the members in commemoration of that occasion. The coins and the mounted sample will be placed in the Truman Library with other articles relating to the atomic age. Mrs. Truman joins me in thanking you for your good wishes and please extend to all of the members of your reunion our good wishes.” In fine condition, with a horizontal mailing fold passing through the tops of a few letters of the signature.

Twenty-five years after the development of the atomic bomb, Truman still looked back with fond admiration for the tasks achieved by the scientists and crew working at Los Alamos.

Though some had remained critical of the president’s decision to use the weapon, Truman himself held no such regret, as referenced here in his pleasure that those participants would hold a reunion. Master Sergeant Winston Dabney was a member of the Special Engineering Detachment at Los Alamos. The “mounted sample of fused sand” sent by him to Truman was a sample of trinitite formed in the crater of the desert floor when the first atomic bomb was exploded at the Trinity site near Alamogordo on July 16, 1945. Letters from Truman with direct reference to the atomic bomb are incredibly scarce and highly desirable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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85. Harry S. Truman. Three signed

menus: one for the 1950 National Press Club Annual Fathers and Daughters Dinner, signed and inscribed as president in pencil; one for a 1957 testimonial dinner honoring Frank S. Land, signed in fountain pen; and one for a dinner aboard the SS Constitution cruise ship, signed and inscribed in ballpoint, and dated 1958. In overall very good to fine condition, with some staining to the testimonial dinner menu. Accompanied by one unsigned National Press Club dinner menu from 1948. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

86. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Impressive mattefinish 10.5 x 3.5 photo of Eisenhower seated in front of a bank of microphones, with a large presidential seal on the wall behind him, signed in the lower border in fountain pen.

Double-suedematted to an overall size of 15 x 18. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

General Ike leaves SHAEF as a hero in 1945: “There is a high price to ‘fame,’ and it costs me a lot to pay it” 87. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

World War II–dated ALS signed “Ike,” two pages, lightly-lined, 8 x 10.75, July 13, [1945]. Letter to his wife, Mamie. In part: “Life has taken on a hectic hue once more. Gen. Marshall is here, John is restless, the desk is piled high with work and I have 3 appointments within the next 40 minutes. So I fear for the coherence and sanity of of this note…There promises to be no let up in any schedule for the next 2 weeks. After that I have to fight off a number of invitations to universities and cities. There is a high price to ‘fame,’ and it costs me a lot to pay it…What a life! Now I go to give a bunch of decorations...A message this morn indicates [son] John will join his organization in US shortly after Aug 15. He is impatient to get going…Washington seemed hot & gossipy to us. I truly enjoyed my trip to the US.” In fine condition, with uniform overall toning. It makes sense that Eisenhower was so busy, as the combined command of the Allied Expeditionary Force terminated at midnight, with Eisenhower’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force being dissolved. He spent the day writing letters of thanks to his fellow commanders and SHAEF staff and gave a farewell address honoring those who made the great success of the Allies during World War II possible. A truly exceptional letter of historical importance. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A key Manhattan Project contributor is appointed to the Atomic Energy Commission

Sending thanks for a gift received “on Victory in Europe Day”

88. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, one page, 23 x 19, June 27, 1960.

President Eisenhower appoints Dr. Philip Hauge Abelson “a Member of the General Advisory Committee to the Atomic Energy Commission for a term expiring August 1, 1966.” Signed at the conclusion by Eisenhower and countersigned by Secretary of State Christian Herter. Document is affixed to an identical size mount. Mild toning and foxing, primarily to edges, and a bit of light feathering to end of signature, otherwise fine condition. The white seal is lightly toned, but crisp and intact. Authorized by the Atomic Energy Act of 1946, the Atomic Energy Commission assumed the operations of the Manhattan Project which began in 1942 to produce the first atomic bomb. A high-level appointment for a highly decorated and respected scientist, who played an important role in atomic development. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

89. Dwight D. Eisenhower. War-dated TLS, one page, 5.5 x 7.5, Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force, Office of the Supreme Commander letterhead, May 8, 1945. Letter of thanks to two gentlemen of the Liberty Fig and Date Company. In part: “By coincidence your magnificent gift of fruits arrived on Victory in Europe Day. I can think of nothing nicer to enable me personally to celebrate something toward which we have worked for so many months.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Eisenhower in uniform and a small initialed plaque to an overall size of 16 x 13. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Highly desirable inscribed edition of his Pulitzer Prize–winning effort 90. John F. Kennedy. Signed book: Profiles in Courage. Later printing. NY: Harper and Brothers, 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 266 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Wardman Barber—with my highest regards, John Kennedy.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/VG-. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Rare twice-signed 1952 letter on an “appointment to the Coast Guard Academy” 91. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “Jack,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Congress of the United

States letterhead, January 21, 1952. Letter to Sam Merrill of Cushing Academy, responding to a letter written on behalf of a student desiring an appointment to the US Coast Guard Academy. In part: “As you probably know, appointment to the Coast Guard Academy is accomplished as the result of a competitive examination, and it would be necessary for young Bosselait to attain a high enough mark on this examination to secure favorable consideration. However, I shall be very happy to contact the Commandant of the Coast Guard in his behalf.” He adds an additional handwritten postscript at the conclusion, signed, “Best, Jack,” in full: “Sam: I saw your folks the other day—Hope to see you soon.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo. Kennedy launched his intensive campaign for Senate in early 1952, and would ultimately unseat Henry Cabot Lodge in the November election. An immensely desirable letter from early in JFK’s political career.

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

1962 appointment of an African-American woman to the Committee on Equal Employment Opportunity 92. John F. Kennedy. Partly-printed DS

as president, one page, 21.75 x 17.75, November 5, 1962. President Kennedy appoints “Mrs. D’Jaris Hinton Watson, of New York…a Member of the President’s Committee on Equal Employment Opportunity…during the pleasure of the President of the United States for the time being.” Signed at the conclusion by Kennedy and countersigned by Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Document is affixed to an identical size mount. Some light toning and rippling to edges, and some light staining to upper right, otherwise fine condition. The large paper seal is lightly toned and slightly peeling away at the edges, but remains crisp and intact. Established in 1961 and headed by vice president Lyndon B. Johnson, the President’s Committee on Equal Employment Opportunity was formed to enforce laws against workplace discrimination based on race, color, and national origin.

Following Kennedy’s assassination, Watson was reappointed to the committee by thenPresident Johnson, who found her a strong asset in the field. A scarce presidential document with close ties to Kennedy’s push for civil rights. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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

Exceedingly rare 1963 holiday card, signed mere days before the assassination 94. John and Jacqueline Kennedy. Ex-

ceedingly rare official Hallmark card issued during the 1963 holiday season, featuring an image of a nativity scene on the front, measuring 4.5 x 6.5 closed, signed inside in bold ink as president, “John Kennedy,” and as first lady, “Jacqueline Kennedy.”

The image on the front is identified as “Creche in East Room, The White House,” and a giltembossed presidential seal and engraved holiday greeting appear above the signatures, reading: “With best wishes for a Happy New Year.” In fine condition. Two variations of this holiday card were ordered, the other additionally wishing a ‘Blessed Christmas’ in the printed sentiment. Kennedy returned to Washington on the evening of November 18, 1963, from a trip to Florida. Sometime between his return and the evening of the 20th, both the president and first lady began to sign the cards at their leisure, but none were ever sent. These dual-signed cards were relatively unknown, even to the Kennedy Library, until the mid-1980s. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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The tragic loss of “an outstanding Peace Corps Volunteer” 95. John F. Kennedy. TLS as president signed “John Kennedy,” one page, 7 x 10, White House letterhead, undated but postmarked March 7, 1963. Letter offering condolences to Mr. and Mrs. Paul C. Boyd. In full: “I cannot adequately express my sorrow about your daughter’s death. Nancy was an outstanding Peace Corps Volunteer. She served the people of the Philippines with imagination and dedication. Nancy exemplified the highest ideals of the Peace Corps and the very best traditions of our country.

We will always be indebted to her.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild toning.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In one of his earliest and most influential acts as president, John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps by an executive order, issued on March 1, 1961. Nancy Boyd joined the Corps the following year and was working in the Philippines as a elementary school teacher’s aide. She was killed in a tragic plane crash on the island of Mindanao on March 2, 1963, in which the 24 passengers and three crewmen all perished. A touching letter involving one of Kennedy’s greatest legacies. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

96. John and Jacqueline Kennedy. Collection of 13 original and most

likely unpublished negatives from the wedding of John F. and Jacqueline Kennedy. Each negative measures 3.75 x 5, four feature the newlywed couple, two show the entire wedding party, and the remainder show the cake, reception, and wedding attendees. Negatives are housed in their original folder, labeled in pencil, “Pres. Kennedy 1953.” These images were originally taken by an amateur photographer who had been asked to be a ‘back-up’ photographer for the wedding, and were discovered in his darkroom after his passing. Accompanied by 5 x 4 printouts of each negative, the very first prints that have been made from these negatives. In fine condition. John and Jacqueline Kennedy were married on September 12, 1953, in Newport, Rhode Island.

The entire event was chronicled by Life magazine, which noted ‘their wedding turned out to be the most impressive the old society stronghold had seen in 30 years.’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

97. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jackie,” one page both sides, 5.25

x 7.5, undated but postmarked June 14, 1974. Letter to Geoffrey Bennison, a London interior designer and antique dealer. In full: “Maybe we will be in England for Christmas—If you still have the Italian Blackamoor and hound then—I should love to see it face to face—I return to you the transparency—and hope—that before another anonymous spirit has whisked it away from you that I shall at least be able to take a peek at it.” Moderate overall creases, otherwise fine condition.

A nice example of correspondence related to her famously keen artistic eye.

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Inscribed to Dave Powers—a wonderful Camelot association 98. Jacqueline Kennedy. Glossy 9.5 x 7.5

photo of the former first lady and JFK’s close personal friend and special assistant Dave Powers, affixed to a 12 x 10.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black felt tip, “For dear Dave—it’s heartwarming to see your Irish eyes smiling like this at Harvard—with loads of love always, Jackie.” In fine condition, with an extremely subtle overall block of toning and trivial dings to edges of the mount. Powers was riding in the Secret Service follow-up car directly behind the presidential limousine at the time of John F. Kennedy’s assassination, and went on to curate the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum for three decades. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare eye-catching Coalport porcelain plate from Jackie’s estate 99. Jacqueline Kennedy. Attractive and colorful Coalport Porcelain ‘Peacock’ pattern plate, 1815-1820, 9.5˝ in diameter, originally part of the dinner service owned by Jacqueline’s mother, Janet Lee Auchincloss. Center of the plate features a pair of peafowl perched on rocks amid blooming flowers surrounded by a spearhead border. Outer edge features attractive flower and vine highlights with gilt chain-bordered rim. A Sotheby’s Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis label is affixed to the bottom of the plate. In very good condition, with an old repair to a previous break to lower right edge, some of which has been repainted, with the cracks still visible. Provenance: Sotheby’s, Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, April 23–26, 1996.

The ‘Peacock’ pattern originated in Chinese Export porcelain around 1760, with services of this design eventually making their way to Europe and South America. In 1815, the Spode family had begun to reproduce the pattern, most likely as replacements for the depleted Chinese Export services. The family’s design proved to be a success and was produced continually for 150 years. The Coalport version of the pattern was quickly put into production to meet the incredible original demand, but never approached the success of the Spode offering.

Surviving examples of this Coalport pattern are quite uncommon. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Your words of praise on my State of the Union speech were blessedly received in this office” 100. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, January 16, 1965. Letter to California governor Edmund Brown. In part: “Your words of praise on my State of the Union speech were blessedly received in this office. I count your views as more than important and so I am cheered. I am always ready to talk with you at any time whenever you judge it timely. I have asked that your speech to the Legislature and your article in Harper’s be examined carefully. What you have learned as governor of California is certainly useful to this nation.” In fine condition. Elected in a landslide after finishing John F. Kennedy’s term, Johnson pushed his ‘Great Society’ plan in his 1965 State of the Union address, which he believed would better Americans’ quality of life. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Emotional speech given at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp: “Somewhere here lies Anne Frank” 101. Ronald Reagan. Rare photocopied official White House press release of Reagan’s speech entitled “Remarks of the President at Bergen-Belsen Concentration Camp,” three pages, 8.5 x 14, delivered on May 5, 1985, signed at the top in blue felt tip, “Thought you might like to see this, Ronald Reagan.” Reagan’s speech, in part: “The awful evil started by one man, an evil that victimized all the world with its destruction, was uniquely destructive of the millions forced into the grim abyss of these camps…Nothing illustrates this better than the story of a young girl who died here at Bergen-Belsen. For more than two years Anne Frank and her family had hidden from the Nazis in a confined annex in Holland where she kept a remarkably profound diary.

Betrayed by an informant, Anne and her family were sent by freight car first to Auschwitz and finally here to Bergen-Belsen…this sparkling young life ended here at Bergen-Belsen. Somewhere here lies Anne Frank…We’re all witnesses; we share the glistening hope that rests in every human soul... we can and must pledge: Never again.” Also includes one page of quoted comments by the German press. In fine condition, with staple holes to upper left. This speech was given during Reagan’s controversial trip to Germany in March 1985, where he visited both the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp and Bitburg war cemetery, where German soldiers had been buried, in an effort to honor all victims of World War II. He had hoped the tour would acknowledge America’s strong relationship with Germany since the end of the war, but he later realized that it has instead ‘opened old wounds.’ Despite the public fallout from the trip as a whole, Reagan’s speech given at Bergen-Belsen was an eloquent, moving tribute to those who suffered the great travesties of World War II. A historically significant and rare signed piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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102. 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)

Stylish DKNY necktie donated to the “Youth for Christ fundraiser” 103. George W. B u s h .

G e o r g e W. Bush’s personally-owned and -worn DKNY neck tie. The blue and gray tie was donated by Bush to a charity auction and is signed in black felt tip on the reverse near the bar tack. Accompanied by a TLS signed by Bush on State of Texas letterhead, dated January 2, 1997, which reads, in full: “The blue DNYK tie, which accompanies this letter and which has been signed by me, has been donated from my personal wardrobe to the Youth for Christ fundraiser. It comes with my best wishes for a successful auction.”

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exceptional pairing of Obama and Clinton 104. Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Rare bright yellow 17.5 x 13 golf flag for the 2012 Masters Tournament at Augusta, Georgia, boldly signed in black felt tip by Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, who adds the date of October 27, 2013. In fine condition, with a JSA label affixed to the lower right corner (certificate of authenticity not present). A rare, boldly signed item featuring the two most recent Democratic presidents of the United States, signed during Obama’s term in office. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Huge Christmas ornaments signed by four presidents 105. Presidents. Collection of four porcelain Christmas

ornaments, each approximately 5˝ in diameter, two of which have been hand-decorated, signed in various color felt tip

by Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, and Richard Nixon, who adds an inscription which reads, “To Camillo Capuzzi, with appreciation for his generous philanthropy & best wishes.” Accompanied by a fifth unsigned ornament, decorated with small gold coins and imitation rubies. In fine condition, with Reagan’s and Nixon’s signatures a shade or two light. Ornaments were originally purchased by San Diego businessman Richard Burns at a celebrity charity auction at the opening of the Neiman Marcus department store in San Diego in 1982. After acquiring the ornaments, Burns sent them to five presidents, four of whom honored his request for their signatures. These ornaments were gathered by Burns with the intention of presenting them as a gift to his long-time friends, Camillo and Dolores Capuzzi, who received them in 2013 after Burns’s passing. Also included are a program and directory from the auction, held on December 11, 1982.

A unique assemblage of four consecutive presidents, each boasting large signatures, lovingly cared for for over 30 years.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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110. George Washington

111. Millard Fillmore

112. James Buchanan

113. Abraham Lincoln

114. Rutherford B. Hayes

115. James A. Garfield

116. Chester A. Arthur

117. Grover Cleveland

118. Benjamin Harrison

119. William McKinley

120. William McKinley

121. Theodore Roosevelt

122. William H. Taft

123. William H. Taft

124. Woodrow Wilson

125. Woodrow Wilson

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126. Calvin Coolidge

127. Calvin Coolidge

128. Calvin Coolidge

129. Herbert Hoover

130. Herbert Hoover and Dwight D. Eisenhower

131. Herbert Hoover

132. Herbert Hoover

133. Herbert Hoover

134. Franklin D. Roosevelt

135. Franklin D. Roosevelt

136. Franklin D. Roosevelt

137. Eleanor Roosevelt

138. Harry S. Truman

139. Harry S. Truman

140. Harry S. Truman

141. Dwight D. Eisenhower

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142. Richard Nixon

143. Richard Nixon

144. Richard Nixon

145. Richard Nixon

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147. Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford

148. Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford

149. Gerald Ford

150. Gerald Ford

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153. Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter

156. Jimmy Carter

157. Ronald Reagan

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146. Richard Nixon

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158. Ronald Reagan

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160. Ronald Reagan

161. Ronald Reagan

162. The Bushes and the Quayles

163. George and Barbara Bush

164. George Bush

165. Bill Clinton

166. Bill Clinton

167. Bill Clinton

168. Bill Clinton

169. Barack Obama

172. Barack Obama

173. First Ladies

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notables Signing off on the value of a ship seized by the Harlequin, manned by Bermuda privateers 175. Samuel Adams. Manuscript DS, three sides of two adjoined pages, 7.25 x 12.25, November 13, 1795. A statement of property seized from William Winthrop, an American citizen, by the privateer sloop the Harlequin. One endorsement, signed at the conclusion by Winthrop, reads, in part: “Statement of the Property of William Winthrop, a Citizen of the United States of America, captured by the Privateer Sloop Harlequin, May 6, 1795, and condemned in the island of Bermuda, June 19, 1795 in his Britannia Majesty’s Court…The Sloop Dispatch and other Appurtenances—1666.75. Premium of Insurance 1750 dollars…on said Sloop from Boston to West Indies & back, exclusive of the risk of being captured by any Cruizers belonging to the Powers at War.” A longer endorsement on the reverse of second integral page reads, in part: “That on the Twelfth day of August in the year of our Lord, One Thousand seven hundred and ninety five, We the Subscribers, namely Joseph Hood, Timothy Gay and Jacob Rhoades, all of Boston…at the request of William Winthrop, late sole owner of the Sloop Dispatch…have carefully arrived and considered the value of said Sloop Dispatch, with her Mast, Yards, Sails, Boats, Tackle & Appurtenances is, in our judgement worth the sum of One Thousand Six hundred Sixty Six dollars three quarters of a dollar. And we do further declare…the said Sloop Dispatch…would have sold in the port of Boston for the above mentioned sum…The above mentioned vessel is the same that was captured the sixth day of May last on her voyage from Guadelupe to Boston, by the Harlequin Privateer of Bermuda, Capt. John Miller, & carried in there, 7 tried, & condemned, as appears by the copy of the proceedings of the Court of Vice Admiralty of that island, and by Capt. Young’s protest; and which said Sloop Dispatch, said Capt. Young, there purchased on his own account, and arrived with her at this Port of Boston.”

Signed at the conclusion by Hood, Gay, and Rhoades. The third endorsement is written and signed by notary Samuel Barrett, attesting that Woods, Gay, and Jacobs appeared before him and attested to their statement. Boldly signed under the seal in black ink by Adams, acknowledging that Barrett has affixed his seal to the document, and countersigned at the bottom by John Avery. Document has been professionally silked. Some light rippling around seal, some scattered light toning, slight show-through from docketing on reverse, and a couple trivial pencil marks, otherwise fine condition. The white seal is worn, but intact. With twice as many privateers at sea than any of the continental colonies, privateering became a lucrative and fairly easy business for the high-speed Bermudian sloops and large crews. American William Winthrop’s ship Dispatch was seized by the Harlequin on May 6, 1795, and taken to port where seven were “tried, & condemned” under Bermudian law. Provenance: 2010 Sotheby’s. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

176. John Armstrong, Jr. American soldier and statesman (1758–1843) who was a

delegate to the Continental Congress, US Senator from New York, and Secretary of War. Partly-printed DS, signed “J. Armstrong, Jr.,” one page, 15 x 10.75, May 1, 1783. The Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania appoints George Bowman to be a “Captain of a Company of Foot in the Second Battalion of Militia, in the County of Lancaster.”

Signed along the left side by council Vice President James Ewing, and at the bottom by Armstrong as the secretary of state. The front of the document has been professionally silked. Aforementioned silking, old repairs to the reverse of the intersecting folds, some scattered paper loss along or near folds, and scattered soiling and foxing, otherwise very good condition. The white paper seal, affixed to the upper left corner with red wax, is toned and worn. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“The enemy’s fleet have descended the Potowmack & appear to be destined to some other point” 177. John Armstrong, Jr. War-dated ALS, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, July 25, 1813.

Letter to Lt. Col. Thompson, commanding the Volunteer Troops at Piscataway. In part: “Information having been received that the enemy’s fleet have descended the Potowmack & appear to be destined to some other point than this, you are hereby instructed to call in all the volunteer corps under your command & march them back to this city where you will dismiss them from public service until further orders…You will be pleased to communicate to the troops the most cordial thanks and high approbation of the President, as well as for the alacrity with which in a moment of peril, they obeyed the call of their country, as for the very orderly & soldier-like conduct while in the field.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) scattered staining and soiling, and some paper loss to left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce letter by the notorious traitor of the Revolution 178. Benedict Arnold.

Major General in the Continental Army during the American Revolution who distinguished himself at Saratoga (1741–1801).

One of Washington’s most skilled and able generals, he turned traitor in an infamous plot to turn over the fortress at West Point to the British. Scarce ALS signed “B. Arnold,” one page, 7.25 x 4.5, October 28, 1794. Letter to Messrs.

C. Connor & Ransee. In full: “Please to repay Mr. J. Blakesley the one hundred Joames you received from him which you have credited me in my account and I will deduct the same from it.” Partially rebacked. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), a few stray ink blots to the signature area, and toned tape remnants to edges; all writing remains desirably bold. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait. Following the Revolutionary War, Arnold settled in Saint John, New Brunswick, where he established a business doing trade with the West Indies. In June 1794, he sailed to Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, where he intended to participate in the sugar trade. However, he was unknowingly entering enemy territory—the French had recently captured the port, and they arrested Arnold amid accusations of espionage. He narrowly eluded hanging by bribing his guards and escaping to the blockading British fleet. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Barnum casts aside freak-show photographer Eisenmann 179. P. T. Barnum. ALS, one page both sides, 5.75 x 9, Marina, Bridgeport, CT, letterhead, September 12, 1889.

Letter to Rockwood. In part: “I telegraphed you today to print 100 of my photos soon as possible...If you could print my autograph with them, all the better. Meanwhile if you have one of my cabinets on hand please mail it early Friday…I order this 100 on my own back without seeing my manager Mr Bailey, who attends to & decides all details of show...The Bowery man (Eisenmann) makes them I believe for about $60 per 1000—but yours are far superior—though Bailey may think the other will answer the purpose. I saw the other day a photo-graveur of your picture of me made by some firm in Brooklyn. I wrote to ask them for what price they would make me 5,000 or more of a reduced size—(about 3.5 by 4.5 inches) for frontispiece of my cheap autobiographies. I can get no answer from them & have lost their address. Perhaps you can put me in the way of getting thousands of these photo-graveurs from your picture—at a nominal price” In fine condition, with light toning to the left border, trivial paper loss to the upper left corner, and a spot of adhesive remnants to the reverse upper right corner.

Accompanied by an original unsigned carte-de-visite portrait of Barnum by an anonymous studio. Eisenmann’s most notable work consisted of portraits of human oddities from the Barnum and Bailey circus, including Jojo the Dog-faced Boy, Siamese twins Chang and Eng, and Tom Thumb. Because of this relationship, it is surprising to see that Barnum preferred Rockwood. A letter that reveals some strife in the relationship between Barnum and Bailey, and contains truly spectacular photographic content. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The important South American liberator 180. Simon Bolivar. Partly-printed DS in Spanish, one page, 7.5 x 12,

August 22, 1819. As president of Venezuela, Bolivar promotes Leon Galindo to captain in the infantry. Boldly signed at the conclusion by Bolivar. In very good condition, with intersecting folds slightly affecting the signature, scattered soiling with light dampstaining near the center of the signature, numerous small binding holes to left edge, a bit of paper affixed to the upper left, and show-through from docketing to reverse. Joseph Leon Galindo Camacho (1795–1865) arrived in upper Peru with Bolivar and fought with distinction in the battles of Junin and Ayacucho. In the latter battle, which took place in 1824, Galindo emerged as the victorious commander of the Bogota Battalion of the 2nd Colombian Division under Antonio Jose de Sucre, who was one of Bolivar’s closest friends and most trusted generals. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Rare and significant 1782 Revolutionary War document for a “sorrel mare” killed “on a scout after the Indians under the command of Capt. John Constant” 181. Daniel Boone. Revolutionary War–dated manuscript DS, signed “Daniel Boone (Lt,” one page, 8.25 x 4.25, December 21, 1782. An appraisal document placing a value upon horse lost during the Battle of Blue Licks. In part: “We being first sworn have appraised one sorrel mare about fourteen hands high about eight years old branded on the right buttock IT to twenty five pounds the property of James Buchanan taken for the Commonwealth from Buchanan’s Station to the upper Polen Licks on a scout after the Indians under the command of Capt. John Constant.” Signed at the conclusion by Daniel Boone, Captain John Constant, Nicolas Proctor, and James Little. The document is also endorsed on the reverse by Constant, in full: “I certify that the within mare was lost, John Constant, Capt.” The document is cloth-matted and framed with glass on both sides to a size of 13 x 9, and hinged to an impressive double-cloth matted display with an image and transcript to an overall size of 24.5 x 28.5. Intersecting folds with partial separations repaired with tape to reverse (none affecting Boone’s bold, crisp signature), otherwise fine condition.

This important document concerns one of the last major conflicts of the Revolutionary War between the American frontier militia and hostile Native Americans allied with the British. The horse appraised here was lost on August 14, 1782, when Captain Constant suffered a defeat responding to an Indian raid on Bryan Station, during which settlers’ supplies and livestock were destroyed. According to records, a bay horse owned by Buchanan was also lost in battle, as well as four horses owned by others. Daniel Boone and his Kentucky militia pursued fleeing enemy, reaching the Licking River on August 19, where he realized they were being led into an ambush; the other commanders urged an immediate preemptive attack and crossed the river. The militia was quickly surrounded and suffered devastating casualties, with two commanders killed in action in addition to Israel Boone, Daniel Boone’s son.

Of the 182 Kentucky soldiers participating, 72 were killed and 11 captured—the worst defeat for the Kentuckians during the frontier war. In the aftermath, Boone submitted claims to recover the value of the personal property lost, which Congress approved. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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182.

Lyman Bloomingdale. Busi-

nessman (1841–1905) who, along with his brother Joseph, founded Bloomingdale’s Department Store. TLS, signed “Lyman G. Bloomingdale,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, personal letterhead, January 6, 1897. Letter to Edmund Hendricks.

In full: “I am in receipt of your favor of January 5th inquiring as to Mr. J. M. Tobias, with regard to his application to join Lafayette Post, and in answer beg to say, that I have known Mr. Tobias for a number of years, and am glad to say that I can speak only well of him. I believe that he will be an acceptable member of the Post, and therefore recommend him.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a couple passing through single letters of signature and a bit of scattered light soiling. Edmund Hendricks (1834–1909), a veteran of the 7th Regiment, New York Volunteers, in the Civil War, was a member of Hendricks Brothers, a family copper business. Lafayette Post, No. 40, Grand Army of the Republic, was organized in New York City in 1880, and Hendricks was part of its Membership Committee.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

184. British Prime Ministers. Collection

of ten signatures of British prime ministers on individual slips and cards, including: Sidmouth, Spencer Perceval, Grey, Wellington, Melbourne, Robert Peel, Salisbury, Russell, David Lloyd George, and Stanley Baldwin. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

185. Andy Card. For-

mer White House Cabinet member and Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush. Color satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of Card speaking to President Bush, signed in gold ink, “On 9-11-01 ‘A second plane hit the second Tower. America is under attack!’ Andy Card.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at time of signing as well as a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

San Franciscan gold rush scene sketched by a firsthand observer 183. J. D. Borthwick. Scottish artist and journal-

ist (1824–1892). Original signed pencil sketch of a scene in a Californian gold rush town on an off-white 8.5 x 5.75 sheet, signed in the lower right, “J. D. Borthwick.” Affixed to a 9.5 x 6.75 mount. In fine condition, with subtle overall foxing and toning to edges. Borthwick set out from Scotland to see North America in 1847, where, like most adventurous young men of the period, he caught gold fever and moved to San Francisco in 1851. He spent the next three years traveling throughout gold country, observing and sketching the people he encountered before venturing to other parts of the world and returning to Scotland. In 1857, he described his gold rush experience in a book called Three Years in California, excerpts from which were published in the popular Harper’s Weekly magazine. It is considered one of the most entertaining and accurate depictions of the early Gold Rush period, and remains one of the classic first-person accounts of the ‘Age of Gold.’ As this sketch features a building labeled “Adams & Co. Express,” a courier company established in San Francisco in 1849 to send gold dust to the east coast, it is most likely a scene drawn from life by Borthwick during his time in the city. A fabulous, rarely encountered primary source depiction of the gold rush phenomenon. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce pay order issued by the famed British commander in July 1776 186. Guy Carleton. Anglo-Irish soldier (1724–1808) who served as governor general of British North America and commanded troops during the American Revolution. Revolutionary War–dated LS, one page, 8 x 12.75, July 14, 1776. Letter to Deputy Paymaster General John Powell. In part: “You are hereby directed and required, out of such monies as are or shall be in your hands for the subsistence of His Majesty’s Troops under my Command, to pay or cause to be paid to Mr. Bryce McCumming Paymaster to the 31st Regiment of Foot…the sum of one thousand three hundred & sixty nine pounds…being subsistence for the said Regiment from the 25th of June 1776 to the 24th August.” In fine condition, with light soiling and chipping to left edge.

At this time Carleton was commanding British troops in Quebec, having dealt the Americans their first major loss of the war six months earlier in the Battle of Quebec. Just a few weeks before signing this document, Carleton was elevated to knighthood in recognition of his successful defense of the city, which the British believed effectively saved the entire province of Canada from falling.

This document also dates to within two weeks of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a defining moment of the Revolution. It concerns payment of the 31st Regiment of Foot, which was involved in the garrison of Quebec during this historic time. Most notably, the 31st lost a large number of prisoners during the Battle of Saratoga in autumn of the following year. A scarce and exceptional document from an immensely important period of the war. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A grave diagnosis for “diseased peanut vines”

187. George Washington Carver.

TLS signed “G. W. Carver,” one page, 8.5 x 10.75, July 28, 1931. Retained carbon copy of Carver’s letter to a county agricultural agent, sent to Mr. Geddy Porter.

In part: “Mr. Porter was over today and brought some diseased peanut vines from your place. He brought some vines with well developed foot rot (Diplodia natalensis P. Evans). Solerotium rolfsii Sacc., and a little Cercospora personata…These three diseases seem to be quite prevalent in the peanut belt…we cannot suggest a practical remedy that will affect this year’s crop.” Carter adds a handwritten note on the reverse, signed “G. W. Carver,” in part: “Hope you and Mrs. Porter arrived home safely.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, moderate uniform toning, and some chipping to edges. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Carter’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

188. Chiang Kai-Shek. Chinese military officer and politician (1887–1975), one of the most durable leaders of the 20th century, who led the government of Republic of China from 1928 until his death. Uncommon matte-finish 3.75 x 5.75 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black ink in Chinese. Reverse bears an ink stamp of Chiang’s personal photographer. In fine condition, with a small brush to signature. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Amazing letter from Luxor, illustrated with Carter’s personal snapshots

189. Howard Carter. Extraordinarily rare ALS, one page, lightly-lined both sides, 8.5 x 13.25, Luxor, Egypt, May 24, 1900. Letter to his mother, “Dear Mater.” In part: “I am so glad you are enjoying yourself & all—yes your letter found me in my establishment, but tomorrow I must leave it again…With my new 6/- camera I can perhaps illustrate my letters when I can make time—Here are a few snaps from ‘Carter Castle’ to start with. [Affixed photo of a flock of pigeons]. ‘My Play Mates & Messy Mates’—It’s a wonder the cook did not put his face out the door at the time—that exactly opposite you being the kitchen. The pigeon on the right of the post, on top, is a particular kind, & makes or rather has mournful note different to ordinary pigeons. Here is their mansion, in which, eggs are laid & quarrels occur…The ladder is for the small ones whose flight is not yet perfect. [Affixed photo of a birdhouse with ladder]. [Affixed photo of trees]. This is not unsightly—but an important corner in my abode…The Nile has risen…between me & Luxor is one sheet of water. Though yesterday was hot the weather is much cooler & I am now…ready for seeding & am imagining in different plots, peas, beans, cabbages, etc…I am looking forward to those seeds.” Carter has signed in full at the conclusion, “Howard Carter,” and then scribbled out his last name—likely to make it more informal. In a brief postscript, Carter has penned a poem: “Hugs to the aunts / Kicks to the cat / Steal an apple from the garden / & see what they say to that.” Each affixed photo measures 2.25 x 2.25. Intersecting folds, most with partial tape-repaired separations, areas of toning due to affixed tape, light scattered foxing, and a few light creases to corners, otherwise very good condition.

Through the mid-1890s, Howard Carter honed his skills as an excavator and site manager, as well as an illustrator and photographer. At the start of 1900, the twenty-six-year-old was appointed Chief Inspector of Antiquities to the Egyptian Government, responsible for the conservation, protection and regulation of antiquities and archaeological excavations in Upper Egypt. He transferred to Lower Egypt four years later but resigned shortly after, supporting himself as an artist and illustrator for the next four years before joining Lord Carnarvon’s expedition at Thebes in 1909. This letter, written as Chief Inspector from his headquarters at Luxor, is extraordinary in its mentions of the Nile alongside his personal affixed photography. A magnificent and incredibly scarce piece from the archaeologist who would make the discovery of a lifetime two decades later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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190. Winston Churchill. Menu from the “Complimentary Dinner

to the Right Hon. Mr. Winston S. Churchill,” 4 x 6, held at the Central Hotel in Glasgow on May 20, 1949. Signed on the reverse in blue ink, “W. S. Churchill.” A central horizontal fold, a slight brush to beginning of signature, and some scattered soiling to front of menu, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

191. Winston Churchill. Fountain pen signature,

“Winston S. Churchill 1929,” on a light green 5 x 4 album page. In fine condition, with a bit of light show-through from a signature on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Spectacular film of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show, originally from the Cody family 192. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody.

Amazing second-generation 16mm film of the Buffalo Bill Wild West Show. Single roll of silent black-andwhite film is stored on one 10.5˝ diameter reel with a running time of 29:30. Most likely filmed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1907–1908, this film is shot from an audience member’s perspective very close to the action. Film contains 12 separate acts from the show, each introduced with a title card, including displays of horsemanship and marksmanship, dramatic battle re-enactments, and Native Americans in elaborate costumes. Opening title card reads, “Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show / Copyright No. 1, Unpublished 2976 / June 22, 1950,” and the acts introduced include: “Grand Review,” “Johnny Baker Champion Marksman,” “Col. Cody Hunting Buffalo,” “Col. Cody on Horseback Shooting Glass Balls,” “Football on Horseback Indians vs. Cowboys,” and “Final Review.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a digital copy of film made by using a digital camera to record the film as it plays.

The original film was part of the collection of the Buffalo Bill Museum in Cody, Wyoming, and was transferred to 16mm in the 1940s and 50s for the purpose of preservation when the original film began to deteriorate. Two copies were made, one given to the museum and one to the Cody Family Association. This particular copy was that given to the family, and originates from the Patsy Garlow Collection of William F. Cody Family Photographs, originally sold at the auction of belongings of Cody’s last surviving child, Irma Louise Cody Garland. This very film was used by Cody’s grandson, Fred Garlow, during lectures he gave on the life of Cody. The canister retains its original label, as well as Fred Garlow’s name and address. A fantastic look at the show that made Buffalo Bill an international celebrity. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) www.RRAuction.com | 57

193. Declaration of Independence: Robert Morris. Finan-

cier and politician, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and founder of the Bank of North America. Two partly-printed documents, both signed, “Robt. Morris,” both 12.5 x 10, and dated March 10, 1975. Two stock certificates issued to Sylvanus Bourne stating he owns a total of 100 shares of the North American Land Company (50 shares per certificate). Both are signed at the conclusion by Morris as the company’s president, and by the company’s secretary James Marshall. Both certificates are bound with a blue ribbon, a 7.75 x 9.5 document, dated March 12, 1795, and signed “Clement Biddle, Not Pub,” attesting to the two stock certificates. In fine condition, with horizontal ink cancellation line to each of Morris’s signatures, and some scattered light toning. The paper seal is crisp and intact and only slightly worn. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Georgia signer admonishes his son 194. Declaration of Independence: George Walton. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Georgia (1741–1804) who later served as that state’s chief justice, governor, and senator. ALS signed “Geo Walton,” one page, 6.25 x 6.75, September 9, 1800.

Letter to his son, complaining that he does not write enough. In part, “What is the reason you do not write more frequently? Your Mother, by your silence, is always apprehending sickness. This ought to be prevented.” Walton adds that an epidemic “has prevented, of course, your brother going to Virginia; and he now goes to school in Augusta.

They are both well.” Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger off-white sheet. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (some separations repaired on the reverse) and scattered staining. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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196. Duke and Duchess of Windsor. Uncommon

matte-finish 3.25 x 5.5 real photo postcard of the Duke and Duchess below the famous Union Jack, boldly signed in fountain pen, “Edward” and “Wallis Windsor.” In fine condition, with trivial surface loss to lower right corner tip.

A wonderful, patriotic image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

197. Thomas Edison. Matte-finish 7.25 x 9.5 photo, signed and

inscribed in black ink, “To Charles L. Edgar, Thos A. Edison, Orange NJ USA, Dec. 12, 1923.” Framed to an overall size of 8.75 x 11. In fine condition. In 1887, Edgar was hired by Boston Edison to be a station manager. He would go on to become one of the industry’s most important figures, serving as Boston Edison president for over 30 years. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

198. Thomas Edison. Edison Botanic Research Corporation busi-

ness check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Edison with his prominent ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thos A. Edison,” payable to J. R. Miller for $80.00, stamp-dated June 19, 1926. Attractively clothmatted and framed with a color portrait of Edison to an overall size of 15.25 x 22.25. In fine condition, with cancellation holes to center, lightly affecting first half of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Common sense invents and constructs no less in its own field than science does in its domain” 199. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 10.5, blindstamped Princeton letterhead, September 21, 1951. Einstein sends one of his now-famous and often quoted aphorisms, in full: “Common sense invents and constructs no less in its own field than science does in its domain. It is, however, in the nature of (naive) scientists common sense not to be aware of this situation.” Intersecting folds, chipping and small tears to edges, show-through from mounting remnants at the top, and a block of toning from previous display, otherwise fine condition. A thought-provoking and quintessentially Einsteinian letter in the pithy style he used with children and students, demonstrating an under appreciated aspect of his genius—the ability to simplify the complex. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Rare Philadelphia land deal witnessed by the 27-year-old Ben Franklin

200. Benjamin Franklin. Manuscript vellum DS, signed “B. Franklin,” one page, 29 x 16, May 15, 1733. Franklin signs as a witness to a real estate transaction. In part: “This Indenture…Between Mary Jackson of the City of Philadelphia Spinster…of the one Part and Alexander Wooddrop of the said City Merch[an]t…This Indenture witnesseth That the said Mary Jackson For and in Consideration of the Sum of Two Hundred and forty Pounds lawful Money to her paid by the said Alexander Wooddrop, hath granted bargained sold released and confirmed and by these Presents doth grant bargain sell release and confirm unto the said Alexander Wooddrop…and to his Heirs and Assigns All those the said two tracts of Land and Marsh or Meadow Ground The said Tract of Land in Mockley beginning at a corner marked Huckleberry Tree or large Bush standing in a Run of Water being the most northerly Corner of the Great Tract belonging to Stephen Jackson Plantation.” Signed in the lower left by Franklin and two other witnesses, “Rebecca Edgell” and “C. Brockden,” and signed in the lower right by Mary Jackson. In very good condition, with intersecting folds and the upper right panel absent but expertly infilled for restoration. Rebecca Edgell was the wife of Simon Edgell, who in 1728 had rented a house to Franklin and his business partner, Hugh Meredith, where they established a printing business. An excellent early piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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201. Francis II. The

last Holy Roman Emperor (1768–1835) who ruled from 1792–1806 when he dissolved the empire, and became the first Emperor of Austria. LS in German, one page, 7.5 x 9, April 29, 1806. Letter to Franz Joseph Graf von Saurau regarding the Chevalier de Damestoy’s appeals for financial plans. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

203. Indira Gandhi.

Longtime and controversial Prime Minister of India (1917–1984), the first female leader of that country, who was assassinated by Sikh extremists. Glossy 5.5 x 8 three-quarter length photo, signed in the lower border in blue ink, “Indira Gandhi 1984.” A few scattered light surface marks and impressions, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“In listing ‘the’ classic of each of these great economists, historians will no doubt, & correctly, list The General Theory as Keynes’” 202. Milton Friedman. University of

Chicago economist (1912–2006) who won the 1976 Nobel Prize in Economics. Exceptional handwritten draft manuscript, one page, lightly lined, 8.5 x 11, unsigned. A copiously hand-corrected page from a draft of one of Friedman’s works. In part: “Keynes clearly belongs in this line. In listing ‘the’ classic of each of these great economists, historians will no doubt, & correctly, list The General Theory as Keynes’…Yet, in my opinion, Keynes would belong in this line even if The General Theory had never been published. Indeed, I am one of the small minority of professional economists who regard his A Tract on Monetary Reform (1923), not the General Theory as his best book in economics, and one that, even after 65 years…continues to influence economic policy.” In fine condition. A remarkable working draft with terrific content, with the Nobel Laureate complimenting and commenting on his greatest rival in the field of economics. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

204. John Warne Gates. Gilded Age in-

dustrialist (1855–1911) who monopolized the wire industry in the United States with the American Steel and Wire Company; nicknamed ‘Bet-A-Million,’ his compulsive gambling became the stuff of legend. DS, signed “J. W. Gates,” one page both sides, 11.25 x 7.25, December 15, 1899.

Stock certificate for 100 shares of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company, issued to Gates on June 27, 1889, signed on the reverse to transfer ownership. A sales receipt is affixed above his signature.

In fine condition, with expected document wear, a few small stains, and expected cancellation holes (nothing affecting Gates’s crisp, bold signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The important mathematician sends a payment of gold coins 205. Carl Friedrich Gauss. German mathematician and physical scientist (1777–1855) who contributed significantly to many fields, including geometry and astronomy. ALS in German, signed “C. F. Gauss,” one page, 5 x 7.25, January 13, 1841. Letter to an unidentified recipient regarding Strelitz and the Mecklenburg Creditverein, which had both paid out dividends, in part (translated): “It is my pleasure to herewith forward gold pieces, the number of which has been corrected according to my directives…: 7 pieces for which the corresponding receipts were executed, 19 pieces reflecting interest in Krugerands due Antonii for 1841, all in accordance with the terms and regulations of the Credit Union.” In fine condition, with a horizontal fold passing through signature, a uniform shade of toning, and some light red ink remnants to top right. Later in 1841, Gauss would serve as the dean of philosophical faculty at the University of Gottingen for a year. He also served on many of the leading scientific societies in Europe. A scarce offering from the universally recognized ‘Prince of Mathematics.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“I learned over the radio that my son accepted a plea bargain–I thought he had more of me in him” 206. John Gotti. ALS signed

“Johnny,” three pages, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 11, no date. Letter to Barbara DeCicco, daughter of mobster and longtime Gambino capo George DeCicco. In part: “They came at the break of dawn and said get ready you’re flying back to Marion immediately. Naturally it took three weeks for all my property to catch up to me in Marion. Then I had a disagreement with a new staff member–I told him what I thought of his ancestors–and spent Easter Week in the ‘hole’ so I didn’t get to send out a single Easter card or wish, so a happy belated Easter to all the family…I can’t believe George is just 15 years old. He too is going to be a brusier. I’m glad he takes after the DeCiccos–Can’t improve on those bloodlines…I do get aggravated sometimes–such as today, when I learned over the radio that my son accepted a plea bargain–I thought he had more of me in him. He knows I was against taking any plea! Maybe one day he’ll satisfy me with an explanation. In the mean time I won’t dwell on it further than today...I often get good feelings when I let myself think of my son Frank. Moving on, I hope both Gina and Reynolds had great holidays.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Gotti’s hand, and signed in the return address area, “Gotti #18261-053.” A stark example of Gotti’s incarceration and his difficulty in managing ‘family’ affairs from behind bars. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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209. Charles G u i t e a u .

American lawyer (1841–1882) who, frustrated in his attempt to secure an ambassadorship, assassinated President James Garfield in 1881. Ink signature, “Charles Guiteau,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In fine condition, with a few trivial brushes to signature and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

207. Mikhail Gorbachev. Rare ALS in Russian, one page, 8.25

x 11.75, February 7, 2002. Letter written to a middle school class shortly after the September 11 attacks in New York. In full (translated): “I have learnt from your letter about your problems and that you want to overcome them. I wish you all the best of luck! I am sending you my photo though I do not like it much.” Included is the color satin-finish 5 x 7 photo mentioned, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a retained copy of the letter sent to Gorbachev. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

208. Antonio Maceo Grajales. Distin-

guished general (1848–1896) who was second-incommand of the Cuban army during the War of Independence against Spain.

ALS in Spanish, signed “Anto. Maceo,” one page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 6.5, June 15, 1878. Letter to a friend in Cuba. In part (translated): “Having received important news of the…republic of Cuba and judging convenient to give T. knowledge of their request to be served concurring tomorrow…It will be served to admit them to my consideration.” In very good condition, with overall toning, staining, and trimmed edges.

Just days before penning this letter, Maceo was forced to flee Cuba for New York where he lived in exile. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

210. Lady Emma Hamilton. Born

the daughter of a humble blacksmith, the model, entertainer, and courtesan Emma Hamilton (née Amy Lyon, 1761) ascended through the ranks of British society to become the mistress to Lord Admiral Horatio Nelson.

ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7.5, no date. A letter in her inscrutable hand in response to a letter she received. Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 26 x 21. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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211. John Hancock. Ink signature, “John Hancock,” on an off-white 3 x 4.75

slip, clipped from a larger document, and retaining its State of Massachusetts paper seal above the signature. In very good condition, with small horizontal tear through first letter of signature, horizontal fold passing through signature, some light toning and soiling, and a couple small pinholes. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Rare 1941 Harley-Davidson “Service School of Army Motorcycle Mechanics” card 212. Harley-Davidson: Arthur Davidson. One of the four co-founders of Harley-

Davidson (1881–1950) who was responsible for setting up the company’s nationwide network of dealers. Harley-Davison Motorcycles mechanic certification card, signed “Arthur Davison,” one page, 4.5 x 2.75, issued to “certify that Pvt. 1 cl. Ben A. Wyatt attended the Factory Service School of Army Motorcycle Mechanics, Class of October 6, 1941 to October 31, 1941.” Toning to edges, otherwise fine condition. The US Army had previously ordered 20,000 HarleyDavidson motorcycles during World War I to use for dispatch work and as scout vehicles, and the company became involved in the war effort again as World War II commenced.

Harley-Davidson provided motorcycles to the Allies even before the US entered the war, since German bombs had wiped out Great Britain’s motorcycle factories. After Pearl Harbor, production shifted almost entirely in support of the wartime effort, and the company’s service school—used to train their dealers and local technicians—became known as the ‘Quartermaster School’ and was used to train military mechanics. A wonderful piece from the iconic American company. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Amassed over four decades, an impressive 4,000 piece collection of entertainment, notables, and military 213. The Roger Harris Collection.

Determined to build a comprehensive and fascinating autograph collection, collector Roger Harris devoted much of his personal time to writing celebrities for their autographs, requesting a portrait and a signature, and asking what the signer’s greatest satisfaction in life was. Once received, the autographs were painstakingly organized into 20 different albums arranged by subject matter and then alphabetically.

Each album contains approximately 150–180 pages, the majority of which have an image of the signer, as well as a biography detailing their lives and accomplishments.

Consisting of approximately 4000– 5000 total items, the collection is made up of signatures on white double-weight 5.75 x 3.5 custom-made collector’s cards (similar in look to an invitation card), FDCs, ALSs and TLSs, signed photos, and various other formats. As a whole, it is comprised of: six albums of entertainers, containing approximately 1500 signed items; six albums of notables, containing approximately 1800 signed items; two albums of American aviation aces, containing approximately 500 signed items; five albums of military figures, containing approximately 1500 signed items; and one album dedicated to the US Coast Guard, containing approximately 300 signed items.

A selection of signers is as follows: Jacob Beser (SP), Max Born (signature), Ray Bradbury (signature), Ralph Bunche (SP), James M. Cain (signature), Nicolae Ceausescu (SP), Marc Chagall (FDC), John Cheever (TLS), Julia Child (signature), Michael Crichton (FDC), Arthur C. Clark (signature), Ramsey Clark (SP), Tom C. Clark (SP), Roy Marcus Cohn (FDC), John B. Connally (SP), Denton A. Cooley (sketch), Rev. Charles E. Coughlin (FDC), Jacques Cousteau (signature), Archibald Cox (signature), Walter Cronkite (SP), Dalai Lama (signature), Angela Davis (FDC), Michael DeBakey (SP), William O. Douglas (FDC), Jean-Claude Duvalier (FDC), Joe Foss (SP), Gabby Gabreski (SP), Tex Hill (FDC), Madame Chiang Kai-Shek (signature), Robin Olds (ALS), Irwin Allen (FDC), Salvatore Baccaloni (SP), Jim Backus (SP), Josephine Baker (signature), Joe Barbera (signature), Joey Bishop (SP), Ernest Bloch (signature), Walter Brennan (signature), Johnny Mack Brown (FDC), James Coburn (SP), Jerry Colonna (SP), Broderick Crawford (FDC), Waylon Jennings (SP), Abbe Lane (SP), Barry Sadler (TLS), Connie Stevens (SP), Inger Stevens (signature), Pamela Tiffin (SP), Ernest Tubb (SP), Jimmy Wakely (SP), and Josh White (SP).

Collection rates in overall very good to fine condition. A few secretarial and/or printed signatures may be included as there are thousands of signed items. Due to the enormity of the collection please be advised that extra shipping charges will apply. The sheer overwhelming volume of items precludes a complete list, and interested parties are strongly advised to view the collection in person at our offices, as this collection is sold as is, and no returns will be accepted. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Archive from the scandalous Hollywood couple 214. William Randolph Hearst and Marion Davies. Inter-

esting archive of correspondence from the newspaper baron and his Hollywood mistress sent to Mary Cassiday, dated 1941–1944, including three TLSs by Hearst, two TLSs by Davies, two Western Union telegrams sent by Davies, and a matte-finish 8 x 10 photo boldly signed and inscribed by Davies. Two of the Hearst letters are simply signed “W. R.,” with the other signed “W. R. Hearst.” These feature ordinary content, with Hearst sending thanks for gifts and saying that he hopes to see her soon; with his 1944 letter Hearst enclosed four candid snapshots of his family, including himself and Davies as subjects. The Davies letters are slightly more substantial, both signed “Marion” and dated 1942. The first, in part: “Those were the loveliest flowers that I have ever seen…But I am going to scold you when I see you (which I hope I will be soon) for spending your money. Didn’t I tell you to save your money? I do hope you can come up for W. R.’s birthday.” The second letter is about the birthday party, which Cassiday evidently could not attend, and mentions that Hearst is having stomach problems. In overall fine condition. Hearst had married Millicent Veronica Willson in 1903 and they had five sons together, but began to drift apart due to Hearst’s very public affair with Hollywood actress Marion Davies. By the mid-1920s Davies’s relationship with Hearst would largely overshadow her career, and his presence even affected much of her prolific body of work—many of her films were backed by his financial support, and his incessant efforts to promote her career were ultimately detrimental. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

One year before the Teamster leader’s disappearance 216. Jimmy Hoffa.

215. Patrick Henry. Partly-printed DS, signed “P. Henry,” one page, 13.5 x 12.25, June 13, 1786. Governor Henry grants 1000 acres of land in Virginia to William Barre. In very good condition, with slightly trimmed edges, written portions of document extremely light and partially legible, intersecting folds, mild rippling, and Henry’s signature a few shades light, but still completely legible. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Program for a testimonial banquet honoring Secretary-Treasurer Joseph C. Conlon of Teamsters Local 25, held in Boston on September 28, 1974, 5.5 x 8, signed at the top in blue ballpoint, “James R. Hoffa.” In very good condition, with scattered stains and creases. Hoffa had become one of America’s most prominent labor leader as a Teamster figurehead beginning in the early 1950s, during which time he developed connections with organized crime. He would famously disappear the year after this banquet, mysteriously vanishing in late July. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

217. Indian Presidents. Ink signatures of Varahagiri Venkata Giri, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed, Zakir Hussain, and Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan on individual off-white 4.75 x 3 sheets of stationery. In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip mark to top of one sheet. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

From jail, the folk-hero gangster seeks “true happiness” 218. Frank James. ALS signed “Frank,” one page,

lightly-lined, 5.5 x 8.75, December 18, [1883]. Letter to his wife, written while awaiting trial on murder and armed robbery charges. In full: “I have friends here whose society is extremely agreeable to me but it is in the presence of my little family where true happiness only abound. There I can find the true wife into whose heart I can tell my joys my sorrows, what a consolation it is to know she is waiting watching and praying no doubt she has a heavy heart. I am grieved far more than she can possibly be on account of having disappointed her by not writing yesterday. I do hope she saw Mr. Slover so she will then know why I did not write.” The fragile paper has been professionally backed for preservation and encapsulated in a Mylar sleeve. In very good condition, with moderate to heavy uniform toning and a few creases. In September of 1882—five months after his brother Jesse was gunned down by fellow gang member Robert Ford—James turned himself in to Missouri governor Thomas Crittenden in Jefferson City, tired of running and hoping to avoid the same gruesome fate. He was held and put on trial in Gallatin, Missouri, for participating in two murders during a train robbery. However, having reached folk-hero status within the general population, he was acquitted by the jury. James was then charged and acquitted again in Alabama, and finally told that he would not be extradited to any other state if he kept a low profile. A remarkable letter written in the anguish of an uncertain fate.

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

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219. Thomas Jefferson’s Cabinet. Collection of nine

items, each signed by a member of Thomas Jefferson’s cabinet, including: George Clinton (DS), Robert Smith (ALS and signature), Henry Dearborn (LS and signature), Albert Gallatin (signature), John Breckinridge (ALS), Jacob Crowninshield (ALS), and Levi Lincoln (signature). In overall very good condition, with various, folds, separations, creases, and dampstaining to letters. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Hinduism has swallowed up its own Protestantism again” 220. Carl Jung. TLS in German, signed “C. G. Jung,” one page, 8.25

x 11.5, personal letterhead, July 18, 1944. Letter to Dr. Georgette Boner in Zurich. In full (translated): “Accept my sincere thanks for your kind ‘flower greeting.’ It made me very happy that you have thought in statu miseria on me. It also interests me to hear about your sister in India.

Although I must confess, that I am less interested in the proportions of the chapels of Ellora as in its style and its meaning. In the Buddhist chapels my main interest was the lovers. Religio-historically these monuments, however, are of great interest, because you can see most clear, as Hinduism has swallowed up its own Protestantism again.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned postcard photo of Jung.

Jung toured India extensively in 1937, where Hindu philosophy became an important element in his understanding of the role of symbolism and the life of the unconscious. The Ellora Caves he references in this letter were a series of rock-cut religious temples and monuments built in ancient India between the 5th and 10th centuries, with sanctuaries devoted to Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism, demonstrating the religious harmony prevalent during this period. Jung frequently discussed religion in his works and used different traditions as frameworks to decipher the inner workings of the mind. In his biography entitled Memories, Dreams, Reflection, Jung wrote: ‘Christ—like Buddha—is an embodiment of the self, but in an altogether different sense. Both stood for an overcoming of the world: Buddha out of rational insight; Christ as a foredoomed sacrifice. In Christianity more is suffered, in Buddhism more is seen and done.’ An intriguing letter with interesting content from the pioneering psychologist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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221. Helen Keller. Highly

appealing mattefinish 6.5 x 9 photo of Keller when she graduated from Radcliffe College, affixed to its original 10.5 x 13.25 mount, signed on the mount in pencil, “Sincerely yours, Helen Keller, July 1904.”

Also signed in the lower right in pencil by the photography studio, “Whitman ’04.” Framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 14.5. In fine condition. A wonderful, early piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

223. King Frederick William III. King of Prussia during the Napoleonic wars (1770–1840) who ruled from 1797 until his death.

LS in German, one page, 8.5 x 5, May 19, 1836. In part (translated): “If your second son meets the prescribed conditions and the 28th Infantry Regiment will accept it, so I approve, that he would enter six months before his 17th birthday with a view to promotion, and leave you to get on with this permission.” A central vertical fold with tiny edge separations, and trivial staining, otherwise fine condition. A scarce, boldly signed example. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

222. King Edward VIII. Hardcover logbook from the USS Fargo,

7 x 9.5, with the entries dated from February 10, 1948, to October 28, 1949, signed inside by over 1,000 passengers and visitors to the ship at various ports of call including Cannes, Genoa, Gibraltar, Malta, Athens, Napoli, and other locations. A USS Fargo bookplate is affixed to the first free end page, with “Ambassador Wadsworth,” written along the bottom of the bookplate. Signed in fountain pen, “Edward,” on a page labeled at the top in another hand, “Cannes 31 August.” Other notable signers include: Mountbatten of Burma (2), King Paul of Greece, Vice Admiral Algernon Willis, General Sir Kenneth Anderson, Brigadier General William A. Matheny, General Ridgely Gaither, General James van Fleet, and Senator John H. Simms. In fine condition, with some light toning to pages, a couple of detached pages, and some wear and rubbing to the leather covers. Named for the city of Fargo, North Dakota, the Cleveland-class cruiser was commissioned in 1945 and saw several tours of duty in the Mediterranean before being decommissioned in 1950. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

224. King Frederick William IV. King of Prussia (1795–1861)

who ruled from 1840 until his death. LS in German, one page, 8.5 x 10.25, May 11, 1832. Letter concerning a pension for a maid of the princess. In part (translated): “I hereby assure Ms. Louise Ziech that when she should resign from the services as chamber-woman of her royal highness the Crown Princess, a pension of 350 rtln. monthly.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and scattered creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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227.

King George VI. ALS

225. King George II. LS in German, signed “George R,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.5, December 31, 1756. Untranslated letter sending thanks for a Christmas greeting from a royal cousin. King George adds a brief closing sentiment in his own hand, also in German, before signing at the conclusion. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and slight show-through from writing on opposing sides. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

signed “Albert,” one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, July 30, 1931. Letter to photographer H. S. Newcombe.

In full: “Please send me 4 contact prints of this negative mounted on cardboard to fit in a frame.”

Accompanied by an original mattefinish 3.75 x 4.75 photo of a young Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret. In fine condition. Also accompanied by the original transmittal envelope addressed in Albert’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

226.

King George III.

Printed proclamation, not signed by the King, one page, 12.25 x 15, dated June 27, 1814, signed at the conclusion by sheriffs Benjamin Bickley and Philip George. Document reads, in part: “Whereas a Definitive Treaty of Peace and Friendship between His Majesty and His Most Christian Majesty, hath been concluded at Paris, on the Thirtieth Day of May last…We do declare to all His Majesty’s loving Subjects Our Will and Pleasure, that the said Treaty of Peace and Friendship be observed inviolably, as well by Sea as Land.”

Document also bears George’s printed name, “George P. R.,” above the beginning of the text. Document has been professionally linenbacked. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, and scattered toning, staining, and foxing, as well as a few spots of minor paper loss along central vertical fold and edges. The 1814 Treaty of Paris, signed on May 30, 1814, ended the war between France and the Sixth Coalition, and also enforced the abdication of Napoleon I, who was exiled to Elba. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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228. King Louis XV. Ineffectual King of France from 1715 to 1774 who was dominated by his strong-willed and unscrupulous mistress, Madame de Pompadour. Unsigned printed Declaration of War, in French and German, four pages on two adjoining sheets, March 15, 1744. Untranslated declaration is in the form of an ornately printed pamphlet, and is docketed at the top of the first page in an unknown hand, “Prelat: dd7, April 1744, No. 1.” Louis’s name appears in print to conclude both texts. Scattered creases and edge wear, as well as a couple of small repairs to paper loss along bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Amazing combination of civil rights icons, including MLK, Parks, and Abernathy

229. Martin Luther King, Jr. Signed book: The Desegregated Heart. First edition, later printing. NY: William Morrow and Company, 1962. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 364 pages.

Signed in blue ballpoint on the first free end page, “Best wishes, Martin Luther King, Jr.,” and also signed in ballpoint on the first free end page and front pastedown, “Freedom Now!!

Rosa Parks,” “Sincerely, James Farmer,” “Best wishes Ralph David Abernathy,” “Aaron E. Henry,” “James T. Bevel,” “Bayard Rustin,” and “Wyatt Tee Walker.” Autographic condition: fine, with a few light spots and some scattered light toning to pastedown and first free end page, none affecting King’s signature. Book condition: VG/G. An outstanding and possibly unique collection of civil rights pioneers, as King and Parks are seldom—if ever—seen on the same item. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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“May the lofty spaces of heaven receive us” 230. Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz. Highly-

renowned German mathematician and philosopher (1646–1716). Unsigned handwritten manuscript on a 6.75 x 6.5 sheet. Leibniz pens five lines of philosophical verse; the first two are in Latin, and read (translated): “O miserable ones whom these things await! May the lofty spaces of heaven receive us then and preserve us safe from disturbance.” The last three lines are in French, in full (translated): “The true charm of good princes is the love of the court and provinces.” The reverse is addressed in another hand in French to “Monsieur de Leibnik,” and retains all of its black wax seal. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, some scattered toning and staining, and a small repair to an area of paper loss along the lower right side. Leibniz wrote relatively frequently on the concept of misery, especially in relation to his central theory of optimism—that is, this universe is the best possible one that God could have created. An intriguing example of Leibniz’s philosophical mind at work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

231. Leopold I. King of Belgium following its independence from the Netherlands (1790–1865). ALS in German, signed “Leo,” one page, 5 x 7.25, October 30, 1862.

Untranslated letter thanking a business associate. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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232. Louisiana Purchase. Twelve complete issues of Pittsburgh’s Tree of Liberty newspapers, dated from April 2 to July 3, 1803. Included are 11 regular issues, 10.75 x 17.25, almost all four pages, and one ‘extra’ edition, 8.75 x 11, one page, both sides. The February 20, 1802, ‘extra’ edition contains an extract of a letter from a commercial house in Havre, dated December 18, 1801, which reports: “It is with pleasure we inform you that the intercourse between France and Louisiana is on the point of becoming very frequent by exchange, which is about to be (if not already) made between the French and Spanish governments.” The April 2, 1803, issue reports: “It is reported that captain Lewis, the president’s private secretary, is to proceed in a few weeks on a journey towards our south western frontier.” In very good condition, with separations to some of the spines, small edge tears and spots of surface loss, and scattered toning and foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare early 1895 letter on alleged espionage and an article in the “Proletariat”

233. Rosa Luxemburg. One of the leading Marxist political theorists and economic reform advocates during the period of the Russian Revolution (1871–1919). Early ALS in Russian, signed “R. Luxemburg,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.25, September 23, 1895.

Writing from Paris, Luxemburg sends a letter to a “Dear Comrade” about the allegations against “K” of acting as a spy, as well as an article in the journal “Proletariat.” In fine condition, with light creases. Growing up in Russian-controlled Warsaw, Luxemburg joined the Polish left-wing Proletariat party in 1886, where she began in politics by organizing a general strike; as a result, four of the party’s leaders were put to death and the party was disbanded, though remaining members, including Luxemburg, met in secret. She fled to Switzerland in 1889 to escape persecution for her beliefs and enrolled in Zurich University, where she studied philosophy, history, politics, economics, and mathematics. As a doctoral student she briefly lived in Paris in 1894 and 1895, while concentrating on writing her dissertation, The Industrial Development of Poland, which she officially presented in spring 1897 to the University of Zurich. A rare and outstanding letter from an important period in the development of her political philosophy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Scarce image of the anti-Apartheid activist’s visit to Germany 234. Nelson Mandela.

Color glossy 9.25 x 7 photo of Mandela with President Roman Herzog of Germany in 1996, signed in gold ink, “N. Mandela, 13.7.2001.” In fine condition, with slight irregular ink adhesion to signature.

Mandela went to Germany to discuss the political situation in South Africa, seeking to strengthen bilateral relations and encourage European investment in his country. An uncommon photo of the South African leader actually engaged in the realm of international politics. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

235. Nelson Mandela. Scarce signed book: Madiba. South

Africa: Martin Schneider and Company, 1997. Hardcover with dust jacket, 9.75 x 11.5, 144 pages. Signed on the title page in blue felt tip, “N. Mandela 10.12.97.” Autographic condition: fine, with some light rippling to signed page. Book condition: G+/ VG. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The influential Medici denies having “been the cause that arms had been taken up in the kingdom” 237. Catherine de Medici. Italian

noblewoman (1519–1589) who was Queen consort of France from 1547 to 1559 and the mother of three French kings: Francis II, Charles IX, and Henry III. ALS in French, signed “Catherine,” one page, 8.5 x 12, no date. Letter to Monsieur de Lansac, renouncing fault regarding any arms that had been taken up in the kingdom causing its ruin. In part (translated): “I am sending to my cousin, the Cardinal of Lorraine, the letter which you see and ask you to present it to him; and for your part, if you have spoken about the matter in question, respond to it after you have seen it and pass judgment on it according to the truth and the faith I have in the affection that you have in my reputation, which I believe would be very affected if one would think me so bad as to have been the cause that arms had been taken up in the kingdom, for I have too many obligations in all ways to be the cause of its ruin and of that of my children. And you know too well the intention and desire I have always had to see all matters conducted to the honor of God and the obedience to the King, my son, and without repugnance if I had been believed and obeyed. But God, for our sins, has wanted what we see; I beseech Him to appease his ire with us and give us a good peace, of which we are in great need, and we have His grace to perform many a good office which could serve the need that we have and that which you desire where you are.” In fine condition, with a small strip clipped out of the left edge.

Catherine’s cousin was most likely Charles de Lorraine, who became the 2nd Cardinal of Lorraine when his Uncle Jean died in 1550. He was one of the foremost members of the powerful Catholic House of Guise and perhaps the most influential Frenchman during the mid-sixteenth century. He has been characterized as intelligent, avaricious, and cautious. The Cardinal was also very important politically, but after 1560, he became less influential in state affairs though he continued to exert religious influence over Catherine. Catherine, queen consort of Henry II, was regent of France from 1560 to 1574, and was herself one of the most influential personalities of the Catholic-Huguenot wars.

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

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Archive of official Mussolini documents 238. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Collection of 14 untranslated DSs in Italian, totaling 27 pages, each approximately 9.5 x 14.5, dated between 1926 and 1939. Ten are signed at the conclusion by both leaders, “Mussolini” and “Vittorio Emanuele,” and four are signed only by Mussolini. In overall very good to fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $300)

Napoleon chastises his son for lack of oversight: “I cannot conceive of how your expenditures for four months could reach 15,900,000 francs” 239. Napoleon. LS in

French, one page, 7 x 9, June 10, 1806. Letter to his son Prince Eugene Napoleon. In full (translated): “When I said the Treasury of Italy, my intention was not to refer to the Ministry of the Treasury of Italy, but to the special levy drawn from Venice and the Venetian provinces. I cannot conceive of how your expenditures for four months could reach 15,900,000 francs, that is to say four million per month. You don’t pay enough attention to administration, everything costs too much; yet there are measures that can reduce expenses. However, I am awaiting the record of expenditures of the first four months of the year, which the Paymaster is supposed to send me. Hurry up, so that I may receive them promptly together with the justification for each [major] sum. I doubt that the expenses for the year; if they have been done carefully and with oversight, would have exceeded two million five hundred thousand francs per month. The Paymaster always asks for more than is necessary. There is certainly not enough oversight.” Cloth-matted and framed with a color portrait of Napoleon to an overall size of 23.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and some scattered light foxing. Eugene was commanding the Army of Italy at the time, as Napoleon was involved in the War of the Fourth Coalition. Typically praising his son for his impressive military leadership, this is an interesting deviation, as Napoleon harshly scolds his adopted son for his lack of financial management. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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With his empire at its greatest size and not long before his invasion of Russia, Napoleon deploys a brigade 240. Napoleon. Partly-printed DS, in French, signed “N,” one page,

8.25 x 12.5, September 10, 1811. Document from Hunebourg Henri Clarke, Duc de Feltre, to him, about the Deployment of the Gendarmerie Brigade Department. In part (translated): “The Brigade is committed to the Company of Lippe, the number of brigades to horse of this Company would be increased to 12 and instead will become Wesel then leader instead of a Lieutenancy to replace Roer.” Document has been professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with expected document wear and a small tear to the bottom edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

241. Napoleon. Manuscript DS in Italian, signed “Np,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.25, August 12, 1810. An official decree, in part (translated): “By the grace of God and for the Constitutions, Emperor of the French People, King of Italy, Protector of the Confederation of the Rhine, Mediator of the Swiss Confederation….We give permission to Count Pino, Division General, First Captain of the Royal Guard, to see the goods that we gave him as endowment in the Swedish Pomerania.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a large book photo of Napoleon. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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242. Native American. Partial printed document entitled, “The Laws of the Colony of Connecticut in New England, Relating to the Church and the Clergy, Religion and Learning,” 18 pages, 8.75 x 14.25, with 285-286 not present and evidently not part of the printing. This chapter is taken from a larger volume entitled The Laws of the British Plantations in America, Relating to the Church and the Clergy, Religion and Learning, published in 1721. Final page, part of a larger act, reads, in part: “That no Indian or Indians shall at any time Powaw or perform outward Worship to false Gods, or to the Devil, within this Colony, on pain of forfeiting the Sum of Five Pounds to the Publick Treasury of this Colony...and if any Person shall join in playing with any Indian or Indians, or shall lay any Wager with or for any Indian about or concerning any such Play or Game, he shall forfeit and pay a Fine of Ten Pounds.” In very good condition, with final two pages detached, uniform toning, heavier to first and last pages, and some light foxing and creasing.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

243. Jawaharlal Nehru. Political leader (1889–1964) who served as first Prime Minister of India from 1947 until his death.

Matte-finish 6 x 4.5 photo of Nehru being presented a gift, signed in fountain pen and dated “6.10.57.” In fine condition, with a light diagonal crease to lower right corner. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Official Warren Commission exhibit (No. 186): “Merry Christmas Dear Mother, from us both. Lee” 244. Lee and Marina Oswald. Christmas card

from 1961, signed “Lee,” measuring 5.5 x 4 closed, with a color image of pine boughs on the front. On the inside Oswald has written, “Merry Christmas Dear Mother, from us both. Lee,” after which his wife Marina has signed her name in Cyrillic. This letter was an official exhibit (No. 186) in the Warren Commission investigation into JFK’s assassination and, like most of the exhibits, is protectively soft-laminated, with a label affixed to the back of the card. Accompanied by an ink signature of Edwin A. Walker, whom Oswald had previously attempted to assassinate. In fine condition, laminated as described and with a few small creases. A few days earlier, Oswald had written to the American Embassy requesting their assistance in leaving the country, after he and Marina were both denied exit visas by the Soviet government. Shortly after sending this card, Oswald was fired by the Belorussian Radio and Television Factory in Minsk, citing careless and unsatisfactory work and a negative attitude as reasons for letting him go. Almost miraculously, two weeks later on Christmas Day, the Oswalds were granted passports and exit visas, and within a few short months they were on their way to Texas. Anything signed by both Lee and Marina is incredibly rare, making this a highly desirable piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Huge archive including over 100 papal documents— spanning seven centuries of the Roman Catholic church

245. Papal History. An amazing collection of over 400 letters, documents, and other various formats, spanning a remarkable seven cen-

turies of church history, more than 100 of which are signed by popes. Supplementing the papal items is an enormous amount of material from cardinals, influential clergymen, and important church dignitaries. Of pieces signed by popes, the vast majority are letters and documents, plus a handful of signed photos from more recent pontiffs and a smattering of additional formats. Approximately 40% of these are signed as pope, with the other 60% signed as cardinal, bishop, or using their civilian names. Popes represented in this collection, as well as the quantity of items signed by them, include the following: Clement XI (1), Pius VI (1), Pius VII (7), Leo XII (4), Pius VIII (1), Gregory XVI (3), Pius IX (23), Leo XIII (5), Pius X (9), Benedict XV (3), Pius XI (10), Pius XII (23), Paul VI (16), and John Paul II (2). A more detailed breakdown of this group is available online at RRAuction.com. In overall very good to fine condition.

Highlights include: a rare manuscript DS issued (but not signed) by Pope Innocent XII, nominating Antonio Sonzini de Brescia as notary of the Apostolic See, signed by the future Pope Clement XI as cardinal, “J. f. Card. Albani,” one page, May 4, 1698; a scarce and boldly penned ALS in Italian by the future Pope Pius VII signed as cardinal, “G. Card. Chiaramonti,” one page, 7.25 x 10.75, December 18, 1793; and two identical 4 x 6.5 cardstock pre-papacy photos of John Paul II, each signed on the reverse as cardinal.

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Among the additional pieces are letters and documents signed by Giuseppe Bizzarri, Flavio Chigi III, Nicola Garelli-Paracciani, Otto de Grandson, Gustav Hohenlohe-Schillingfurst, Franz Christoph Reichsfreiherr Hutten zum Stolzenberg, Tommaso Maria Martinelli, Philipp of Bavaria, JeanBaptiste-Francois Pitra, Pietro Silvestri, Giuseppe Luigi Trevisanato, and Luigi Vannicelli Casoni. The earliest significant document is the Otto de Grandson, which dates to 1307; he was a medieval Savoyard knight who represented England at the Papal Curia from 1307 to 1317, and was also responsible for founding a Franciscan friary in 1289 and a Carthusian monastery at La Lance in 1317. The majority of the collection dates to the 18th and 19th centuries, but it is a truly robust and diverse collection that would be practically impossible to assemble piecemeal today.

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Fantastic early Nietzsche letter explaining the intricacies of gladiatorial combat

246. Friedrich Nietzsche. Monumentally important German philosopher (1844–1900) whose writings influenced legions of major figures

across the entire spectrum of philosophy, politics, and culture. Very rare handwritten letter in German, unsigned, one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, September 28, 1877. Letter to his friend, the writer and painter Reinhart von Seydlitz, about the meaning of the phrases “pollice verso” and “pollicem premere.” In part (translated): “Did you receive my card, dear friend? Do not think ill of me if you once more fail to receive a letter today. My sincere thanks to your esteemed mother for affording me the opportunity to be a classical scholar (sometimes I forget). ‘pollice verso’ means: ‘thumb directed against the chest’, the gesture by which the people would demand the gladiator to be killed. ‘pollicem premere’, literally ‘to press the thumb’, i. e., ‘clench one’s fist and hide the thumb therein’ is the same as our German ‘Jemandem den Daumen halten’, ‘to press one’s thumb for someone’, that is to say, ‘to keep one’s fingers crossed for somebody’—a sign of goodwill. By raising the index finger the gladiator would crave the spectators’ mercy; when it was granted, by the said gesture, this was called ‘missio.’” In fine condition.

This letter dates to the same period that Nietzsche was writing his important early work, Human, All Too Human: A Book for Free Spirits, first published in 1878. This was the first book written in the aphoristic style that would come to dominate his writings, and the discussion of the ‘free spirit’ anticipates the development of his most famous concept of the ‘Ubermensch.’ One idea he espoused in Human, All Too Human was that war was essential to maintain sophisticated culture, and that as civilization grew weary of warfare it turned to surrogates—relative to this letter, he observed: ‘When the Imperial Romans had tired somewhat of wars, they tried to gain new strength by animal-baiting, gladiator contests, and the persecution of Christians.’ An exceptional and incredibly rare letter with interesting content from this most important philosopher. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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247. Linus Pauling. Col-

lection of three signed items consisting of two short TLSs and a signed photo.

The letters are both one page, both to Dr. Irwin Stone, and dated March 1981. First letter reads, in part: “I am glad to express my thanks to you for having written to me in 1966. Your letter and the reprints of your papers changed my life.” The second letter, sent three weeks later, reads, in part: “It was good of you to write to me again about your inexpensive ascorbate product, C-Salts. I have not yet gotten around to bringing it home, in order to try it out, but I shall do so. I have been adding potassium hydrogen carbonate to my ascorbic acid.” The final item is a color glossy 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Pauling and Australian pathologist Glen Dettman, signed in the large bottom border in black felt tip by both, and framed to an overall size of 14 x 17. Also included are three of Pauling’s own paperback editions of The Chemist Analyst, with notations on each cover, most likely by Pauling, identifying articles inside for Stone. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning to one letter from previous display. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Two letters to a controversial Vitamin C advocate 248. Linus Pauling. Collection of nine items, including three TLSs

from Pauling, two to Oscar Falconi, both dated from 1971. One letter reads, “I thank you for your interesting booklet on Vitamin C.” The third TLS is signed by Pauling and Raxit J. Jariwalla, sent to Father Henri Barlage, and dated April 16, 1992. Letter reads, in part: “We are very pleased by his progress in the promotion of a controlled clinical study of vitamin C in the treatment of AIDS…it is more likely that the future results of this study will be published in a reputable, refereed scientific journal. This in turn would mark an important step in clinical AIDS research using vitamin C and would serve as a reference point in this Institute’s advocacy of vitamin C in AIDS research and treatment. Such research would be of great interest for the treatment of AIDS in Africa…This Institute, for its part, promises collaboration and scientific advice to support this project in Zaire.” Also included are two birthday programs; two printed articles; a short TLS signed by Linus Pauling, Jr.; and a program from Pauling’s memorial service. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

249. Eva Peron. Third-person TLS in Spanish, signed “Maria E. D. de Perón,” one page, 8.5 x 6.75, personal letterhead, December 20, 1947. Solicitation letter addressed to Dr. Ramon Cereijo requesting a donation, with Peron signing her name to the beginning of the letter. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold through a single letter of signature, and a staple and punch hole to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Modernizing the Russian workforce 250. Peter the Great. Russian czar (1672–1725) who ruled from 1682 until his death. Peter was an instrumental force in the Westernization and expansion of Russia into a major European power. Rare manuscript DS in Cyrillic, signed “Peter,” one page, 12.25 x 8, Saint Petersburg, December 17, 1717. The czar grants Artillery Major Johnson Henning permission to recruit craftsmen in Germany. A German translation is affixed to the reverse of the document. In very good condition, with a few small separations along intersecting folds and scattered light toning and foxing. The paper and wax seal are uniformly toned with a couple of small separations to lower portion.

With precise writing, a bold signature, and the superb large seal, this is a very attractive piece.

This is an incredibly meaningful document in view of Peter’s efforts to develop a modern Russia, as it concerns the increasing connectedness with the Western world. Peter famously studied shipbuilding in the Netherlands in the late 1690s, where he gained practical skills as well as a profound respect for European craftsmanship. He then traveled to England, where he studied urban planning in Manchester. These experiences proved important in expanding the Russian Navy and in developing Saint Petersburg into a world-class city. This document, signed shortly after one of Peter’s tours through Europe, was issued as part of an effort to engage skilled workers from abroad to train Russian laborers and assemble a workforce capable of completing the the nation’s ambitious projects. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Planck as a philosopher of science 251. Max Planck. Nobel Prize–winning German physicist (1858–1947) who pioneered the understanding of quantum theory. ALS in German, signed “M. Planck,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.75, November 15, 1932.

A superb critical letter to Moritz Schlick, Planck’s former student. Planck acknowledges receipt of an advance copy of Schlick’s famous article “Positivism and Realism,” and then proceeds to critique its logic, language, and viewpoint.

Planck begins by suggesting that Schlick’s affirmations lead to the illogical conclusion that “something that is not pre-existing can be shown as real through verification of the pre-existing.” He then objects to the use of the term “meaningless” in Schlick’s phrase “the notion of a non-verifiable external world is meaningless,” subtly arguing that the word “non-specifiable” is preferable. Planck concludes by stating that “the positivist point of view surely has its significance…[But] the intentional cannot be removed from philosophy, just like it cannot be removed from any single science.” In fine condition, with a tiny tear to the right edge. As head of the ‘Vienna Circle,’ Schlick was at the center of the ‘logical positivist’ movement to redefine the philosophy of science on the principle of ‘verificationism,’ a viewpoint contending that only empirically or logically verifiable statements are meaningful. Planck was both the founder of quantum theory and one of its most active philosophic voices. Though urbane in tone, Planck’s letter essentially skewers the central tenets of the positivist stance. Remarkable content from the man who laid the groundwork for today’s fundamental scientific theories. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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252. Pope Benedict XV. Pope (1854–1922)

who reigned from 1914 until his death. Benedict’s pontificate was dominated by World War I, which he termed ‘the suicide of Europe.’

Maintaining strict neutrality, he advanced several peace proposals and did much to aid war victims. Outstanding matte-finish 4 x 5.5 photo of the pope, affixed to its original 7 x 10.5 photographer’s mount, lengthily inscribed in black ink in Italian and signed below, “Benedictus PP XV, 15 Nov. 1918.” Some soiling and a chip to the lower left corner of the mount, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

253.

Pope Francis. Color

satin-finish 5.75 x 8 photo of Pope Francis as a cardinal, signed in black ink, adding “Erzbischof von Buenos Aires,” under his signature. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a photo from the time of signing. Consignor notes that this was signed at a reunion of cardinals in Rome during 2012. RR Auction COA.…

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“Nigel Dempster has nothing on us” 254.

Princess Diana.

Scarce ALS, one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.5, Kensington Palace letterhead, December 2, 1987. Letter to fashion designer Bruce Oldfield. In full: “It was such a lovely idea of yours to treat me to lunch today—not forgetting that I was allowed three courses c/o Marks & Spencers! I have been really looking forward to seeing you both & was amazed that the date I suggested actually found you in the country! Anyway, I had a marvellous time & I think that Nigel Dempster has nothing on us, going on our conversation during lunch!!

Take care & this comes with a huge heartfelt thank you.”

In fine condition, with a small red happy face stamp on the second page showing through to the front. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Diana’s hand. Dempster was a celebrity gossip columnist for the Daily Mail. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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255. Queen Elizabeth II. DS, signed “Elizabeth R,” one page, 21 x 16.25, November 10, 1952. The Queen appoints Charles Alexander Gault to be “an Officer of the Sixth Grade of Branch A of Our Foreign Service at any of Our Diplomatic or Consular Establishments abroad or in the Department of Our Principal Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs.” Signed in the upper right by the Queen and countersigned at the bottom by Anthony Eden. Central horizontal and vertical folds, Elizabeth’s signature a shade or two light, and moderate dampstaining to bottom edge, affecting Eden’s signature, otherwise very good condition. Eden would later serve at British Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary.

Gault (1908–1996) worked as a British diplomat in the British Embassy in the Northern and Haifa District of Israel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

On the 1955 “atomic scientists’ statement,” issued by Russell and Einstein 256. Bertrand Russell. TLS, one page, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, September 16, 1955. In part: “Ever since I published the atomic scientists’ statement on July 9, I have had such an enormous mail that it has been very difficult to keep up with it. I was interested to see Einstein’s words to you, but I had no further information to add to them. I am at a loss as to understand the question you ask as to what was ‘said and perverted into propaganda.’ I would answer your question if I could, but as it is, this is quite impossible.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, scattered creases, and tack holes to upper left. The statement of July 9 that Russell refers to throughout is known as the ‘Russell-Einstein Manifesto,’ which highlighted the dangers posed by nuclear weapons and called for world leaders to seek peaceful resolutions to international conflict.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Collection of three dozen aphorisms from the great German philosopher 258. Arthur Schopenhauer. Im-

portant and highly influential German philosopher (1788–1860) best known for his often pessimistic works exploring the nature of reality, will, and desire.

Schopenhauer’s notebook with ink and pencil entries and notations on both of the inside covers as well as two pages inside. The 16-page notebook measures 3.75 x 5.25, dates from circa 1930, and is labeled in German on the front cover in a previous owner’s hand, “Dr. Arth. Schopenhauer’s notebook.” On the inside covers, Schopenhauer has penned (in ink) 36 aphorisms in English, Greek, Latin, Spanish, Italian, French, and German, including: “There is a thorough difference - - - / For I my own gain’d knowledge should profane, / If I would time expend with such a snipe, / But for my sport & profit.” The inside pages bear several brief notations by Schopenhauer, as well as quotes from Luther and the Old Norse Poetic Edda.

In very good condition, with inside pages detached from covers, expected handling wear, and some scattered light toning and soiling to inside pages.

The notebook was first published by Hans Zint (‘Eine Brieftasche Schopenhauers’ in Schopenhauer-Jahrbuch XVII, 1930), who writes in his commentary: ‘The inserted notebook sheets were obviously once completely covered by pencil writing—in Schopenhauer’s hand, as evidenced by a few still-legible words and letters. However, all entries have been carefully erased with a rubber (the traces of which are equally evident)…

The hypothesis that this original text was erased by Schopenhauer himself is corroborated by the fact that pages 1, 2, and 16 contain his later notes penciled over the erased text.” The date has been identified by Arthur Hübscher in his article, ‘Zu Schopenhauers Brieftasche’ (Schopenhauer-Jahrbuch XIX, 1932): ‘The time of the Cogitata’s writing (begun in February 1830) is very likely Schopenhauer’s last year in Berlin, the time of his preoccupation with the Edda and probably also the time when he penned his notebook aphorisms. Schopenhauer is not known to have quoted the Edda after that.’ Notebook originates from the estate of Schopenhauer’s longtime friend Johann August Becker, who had received it from Schopenhauer’s executor Wilhelm Gwinner in 1871; the notation on the front cover is most likely in Becker’s hand. Many of the philosopher’s aphorisms were published in his last great work, Parerga and Paralipomena, and the volume’s positive reviews propelled Schopenhauer to prominence. A remarkable collection of this popular form of his philosophy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) www.RRAuction.com | 85

Important philosophic debate in the development of quantum mechanics

259. Erwin Schrodinger. Nobel Prize–winning Austrian theoretical physicist (1887–1961) who achieved fame for his contributions to quantum mechanics, known especially for formulating the wave equation as well as the popular ‘Schrodinger’s cat’ paradox. TLS in German, signed “Schrodinger,” three pages, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, March 13, 1931. A rich and subtle letter to important philosopher and physicist Moritz Schlick, articulating Schrodinger’s disagreement with Schlick’s recent controversial essay on “Causality in Contemporary Physics.”

Schrodinger begins by affirming his university mentor, Franz Exner, to have priority over Heisenberg as the first propounder of the Uncertainty Principle: “the Heisenberg [uncertainty] relation is the quantitative assessment of the circumstances that Exner foresaw qualitatively” [in 1919]. He proceeds to argue the merit of qualitative scientific claims, pointing to the recognition now accorded Hume as the first thinker to deny the principle of causality. Schrodinger then turns to Schlick’s particular views, critiquing the idea that the macroscopic regularity of event sequence is likely mirrored in the microscopic (even if such regularity is given only a statistical characterization)—Schrodinger considers this “diametrically opposite” of the views held by himself and Exner. Schrodinger continues to ask how, in the face of entropy, Schlick can hold the view that it is possible to assert causality in a backward direction—this is “quite incomprehensible” to Schrodinger. Schrodinger adds a few ink corrections and emendations throughout, as well as a lengthy passage at the bottom of the second page and a brief postscript. Significant pencil notations have been added in the margins of the final page in an unknown hand, perhaps by Schlick. Central vertical and horizontal folds and tiny edge tears, otherwise fine condition.

The advent of quantum mechanics called into question several basic theories and assumptions about the natural world, and academia sought to rectify these differences between prevailing scientific notions and the findings of their developing field of study. It was generally accepted that cause and effect relationships defined all of nature, as in Newtonian physics. As knowledge of the inner workings of atoms and molecules increased, these empirical definitions appeared to become less valid—thus Exner’s proposition that the laws of nature be approached in different manners. He posited that the macroscopic world—the ‘real world,’ of things and objects, stick and stones—was ruled by law-like causal relations, while the microscopic world—atoms and electrons—was ruled by acausal chance and accident. Schrodinger joined Exner in this suggestion, which was a radical view rejected by the majority of their colleagues who held on to the belief that processes between single atoms obeyed the same deterministic laws of classical mechanics—that the macroscopic mirrored the microscopic. Schrodinger and Exner held that, given the chaotic behavior (entropy) in atomic processes, laws governing microscopic interactions could be explained as expressing the average behavior of an enormously large number of atoms. Schrodinger material is exceedingly rare, and this is an especially lengthy letter with exceptional scientific content. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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260. Albert Schweitzer. TTwo 7.75 x 9.25 photos, each signed

and inscribed in blue ink in French to renowned surgeon and collector Dr. Max Thorek, both dated September 1, 1955. The first shows a map of Schweitzer’s Forest Hospital, while the second shows the doctor being paddled up stream. Each photo is affixed to an identical size mount. Some scattered light soiling and creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable 1935 ‘solid-numbered’ silver certificate

262. Gerrit Smith. Staunch abolitionist (1797–1874) known to have financially supported John Brown’s raid at Harpers Ferry. Two Civil War–dated ALSs by Smith, one to Emily Weed Barnes, dated October 22, 1861; and the other to her husband William Barnes, in part: “If I recollect the Proclamation sold at Chicago for 3 to 4000$—Why should not this bring in more? I must wait for better offer.” In overall fine condition. An interesting note concerning the sale of President Lincoln’s original draft of the Emancipation Proclamation from September 1862, which Smith had won from a fundraising lottery.

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263. Richard Dobbs Spaight. Signer of the US Constitution and

261. Silver Certificate. Rare Series 1935A one dollar silver

certificate, serial No. F44444444B. Certificate is housed in a PCGS authentication holder, grading the certificate “Extremely Fine 45.”

With only nine of these ‘solids’ printed within every series, these are highly prized by numismatic collectors. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

governor of North Carolina (1758–1802). Partly-printed DS, signed “Rich’d Dobbs Spaight,” one page, 15.5 x 10, November 27, 1793.

As governor of North Carolina, Spaight grants Frances Ledbetter “a tract of land, containing Three hundred acres, lying and being in our country of Montgomery.” Crisply signed at the bottom by Spaight.

Intersecting folds with professionally repaired partial separations and paper loss, and a bit of scattered foxing and staining, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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264. Jared Sparks. American historian and educator (1789–1866) who served as president of Harvard from 1849 to 1853. Boldly penned ALS, one page both sides, 8 x 9.75, September 10, 1851. In part: “I regret that I have no manuscripts touching the doings of the Missionaries among the New York Indians...Since I wrote a life of La Salle, I have procured additional manuscripts relating to him, but they bear chiefly on his discoveries in the West. Mr. Marshall & I have entered upon a controversy respecting the place where La Salle’s vessel was built…

The point is of little importance in itself, but it is a curious subject of investigation.” In fine condition, with a bit of show-through from writing to opposing sides and trivial paper loss to upper left corner tip. An intriguing letter with good content from the noted academic. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am currently testing some recent obscure experiments.

One of them is to involve the tube you indicated to ‘demonstrate the Stark effect’” 265. Johannes Stark. ALS in German, signed “Stark,” one page,

lightly-lined both sides, 5.5 x 8.5, December 5, 1926. Letter to German experimental physicist Ernst Gehrcke concerning a demonstration of the so-called Stark effect, the shifting and splitting of spectral lines of atoms and molecules due to presence of an external electric field. In part (translated): “I am pleased that you wish to pursue my suggestion. It seems to me that the polarization of light emission is important enough to serve as the subject of numerous investigations….Together with my old college friend von Hirsch [the physicist and chemist Rudolf von Hirsch], I am currently testing some recent obscure experiments.

One of them is to involve the tube you indicated to ‘demonstrate the Stark effect.’ Your note mentioned that you were able to obtain such a tube, ready for use, from the glass-blower Lenz. It is of great importance to me that I obtain the tube as soon as possible….Lenz is to attach particular importance to careful packing, so that the electrode mounts are not broken off by sudden jolts.” In fine condition, with some mild diagonal creases and a couple trivial edge tears. With excellent scientific content, discussing his most important scientific work and continuing experimentation with light emission, this is a remarkable letter from the start of Stark’s controversial shift from physics to politics. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

266. William Thornton. Architect (1759–1828) who designed the US Capitol and later served as the first superintendent of the Patent Office. ALS, one page both sides, 7.25 x 8.75, August 7, 1790. Letter to Italian explorer Count Paolo Andreani. In part: “By way of the Styx.

I have not been able to get it quite finished, but as you told me you could manage to fix it yourself...I wish the Execution may please you…

There is nothing to pay for it, and I only lament that it was not in my power to get it complete.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. This letter dates to the most significant period of Thornton’s architectural career—in 1789, he won a competition for the design of the Library Company of Philadelphia’s new hall, and in 1793 his design was chosen as the basis for the US Capitol. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The radical senator discusses the limitations of the 1862 Confiscation Act

267. Charles Sumner. War-dated ALS, three

pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, April 16, 1863.

Letter to an unidentified gentleman marked “Private,” at the top. In part: “Let me remind you that on the 5th July the Confiscation Bill had not been agreed upon between the two Houses. The Senate had adopted one Bill & the House another; that of the House being a thorough Emancipation Bill, reported by Mr. Eliot of Mass.…this criticism fell positively upon the House of Reps, as it also fell upon a large number of the Senate. There are other passages which should be noted. (1) No expression of harshness among slavemongers. (2) debate ‘any opposing moral principles’ that is slavery. (3) ‘the condition of slavery will remain just the same in the several states, whether the Revolution succeed or fail’…As long as this record remains what can be expected? Besides, our cause was surrendered when these things were written.” In fine condition, with a couple of small pencil notations to front page. At the outset of the Civil War, Sumner and other radical senators pushed for the immediate emancipation of all slaves. Reluctant to do so, President Lincoln and Congress instead passed two Confiscation Acts in 1861 and 1862, which allowed the Union Army to free only confiscated slaves, falling short of Sumner’s ultimate and very public goal. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation had been issued four months before writing this letter, Sumner was still dissatisfied with the government’s inability to end slavery, which he saw as the primary objective of the war. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Colorful Titanic memorial napkin 269.

268. Charles L. Tiffany. Founder of the great New York–based retail and design operation (1812–1902) that became legendary for its spectacular jewelry and decorative wares in metal, glass, and other materials. Handsome 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Sarony, signed below the image in fountain pen, “Feby 15th 1892, My eightieth birthday, C. L. Tiffany.” In very good condition, with dampstaining to bottom border, a small spot at the top, a couple horizontal creases to background, and a missing corner tip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Titanic.

“Wreck of the Titanic” disaster souvenir napkin, 13.25 x 13.25, by the Palatine Printing Co., Wigan, Lancashire. Pink floral bordered napkin is headed at the top “In Memory of the Captain, Crew and Passengers who lost their lives by the Wreck of the Titanic,” with an engraving of the ship. There is a detailed description of the vessel, described as “the last word in ocean-going science and luxury,” with her “sumptuous Café Parisien, an elaborately fitted restaurant, a gymnasium, Turkish baths, a swimming bath and a racquets court.” The messages of sympathy received from King George V, Queen Mary and Queen Alexandra are also reproduced. At the bottom, there is a “local list of crew,” i.e. the names of crew members born in Liverpool or Birkenhead.

Double-matted to an overall size of 15 x 15. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and scattered creases and toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unbelievably rare Titanic lifeboat flag removed by a Carpathia passenger before reaching port 270. Titanic Lifeboat Flag. Incredibly scarce flag removed from a Titanic lifeboat. Painted cast bronze flag measures approximately 9.25 x 8.

Red and black swallowtail flag and mast features a five-point white star cast in relief in the middle.

Flag is screwed into a 13.75 x 9 wooden plaque (note: the screws attaching the plaque to the wooden board are not original to the period).

Gorgeously archivally triple-cloth-matted and framed with a photo of a lifeboat and descriptive plaque to an overall size of 22.5 x 33.5. Expected weathering and paint loss, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a Carpathia boarding pass, 6 x 9, issued to Istivan Osatai, stamp-dated April 8, 1912, showing Osatai departing New York at noon on April 11 and bound for Budapest.

Also included is an analytical report of the flag done by the Institute of Nuclear Research of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences.

Each of Titanic’s 16 wooden lifeboats contained three separate plaques screwed into their hulls.

One plaque said ‘S.S. Titanic.’ This may seem unusual since Titanic herself was referred to as ‘R.M.S. Titanic.’ However, the reason for this designation, which stands for Royal Mail Steamer, is that Titanic had a contract to carry the royal mail. She was always, ‘S.S. Titanic.’ If the mail contract had ended, the RMS designation, in reality a courtesy title, would have been dropped. The second plaque said ‘Liverpool,’ which referred to Titanic’s registered port of call. The third plaque was the most visual. It was a White Star Line red burgy or company flag, located below the Liverpool plaque, and is the one offered here.

One might think that given a choice, souvenir hunters would prefer the flag as it was the only plaque consisting of a colorful displayable image, however, the other plaques were smaller, had less screws, and were simply easier to remove.

On the rare occasion a lifeboat plaque makes its way to market, it is often accompanied by an oral history, the details of which have sometimes been lost. Amazingly, in this case, not only does this plaque come with an oral, but it is also accompanied by the original travel receipt of Istivan Osatai, the gentlemen who originally removed the plaque from a lifeboat, showing that he was a passenger on Carpathia on the very voyage that rescued Titanic’s survivors, and her lifeboats! Since Osatai had the ‘advantage’ of being on Carpathia, he likely acquired the plaque before the boats were offloaded at the White Star Line pier in New York.

The plaque is a match to similar known White Star Line plaques in every way and displays the appropriate patina and wear for its age. There is no way to overstate the rarity and desirability of such an iconic piece of Titanic’s story. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Ornate iron key recovered from the body of a third-class passenger

271. Titanic: Carl Asplund. A single iron key with quatrefoil head made by Yale and Town circa 1900, measuring approximately two inches long, recovered from the body of third-class Titanic passenger Carl Asplund. Beautifully archivally triple-cloth-matted and framed with a descriptive plaque and photo of Asplund to an overall size of 17.5 x 13.5. Keys of this type were used to lock and unlock jewelry, document, or small casket boxes. This key was recovered from Asplund’s body, no. 142, by the Mackay-Bennett, and is documented in the inventory of his possessions. Provenance: Asplund Family; Henry Aldridge, May 2011. Asplund and his wife, Selma, had previously lived in the US but had returned to Sweden to raise their family. Having decided to return to the United States, the couple and their children—Filip Oscar, Clarence Gustaf Hugo, Carl Edgar, Lillian Gertrud, and Edvin Rojj Felix—boarded the Titanic at Southampton. When the accident occurred, Carl took possession of all the family’s important items, money, and paperwork—unfortunately, the family’s money and papers were lost. The only survivors were Selma, Lillian, and Felix, who had managed to board lifeboat 15; Lillian, five years old at the time, was one of the last three living survivors and the only one to have actual memories of the ship. An attractive and nicely displayed relic from a tragic loss of the maritime disaster. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Substantial autograph collection covering a variety of fields

272. The Mike Tracy Collection. Substantial collection

comprised of 11 binders containing approximately 1500–2500 autographed items, including mostly signed photos, assorted signed cards, ALSs, TLSs, and ANSs, painstakingly organized into category and labeled. Other materials include a collection of unsigned White House Christmas cards, programs, menus, White House invitations, inaugural event materials (mostly recent), addresses, speeches, and a few books.

Signers include: Millvina Dean (3 SPs), Maya Angelou (signed inaugural poem typescript), Dalai Lama (SP), John Glenn (SP), Geraldine Hoff Doyle (signed ‘We Can Do It’ photo), Ringo Starr (SP), Pete Best (SP), George Martin (2 SPs), Mikhail Gorbachev (SP), Bobe Hope (book), Tony Blair (signatures and SPs), Chuck Yeager (SP), Paul Tibbetts (SP), Charles Lindberg (SP), Margaret Thatcher (3 SPs), Bob Dole (SP), and Nancy Pelosi (SP), and a large quantity of other military veterans, Medal of Honor recipients, politicians, cabinet members, and presidential children. In overall fine condition.

A few secretarial and/or printed signatures may be included as there is a large quantity of signed items. Due to the enormity of the collection please be advised that extra shipping charges will apply. The sheer overwhelming volume of items precludes a list, and interested parties are strongly advised to view the collection in person at our offices, as this collection is sold as is, and no returns will be accepted. Large collections such as this are seldom offered as a whole, and there are certainly still many discoveries that lie within. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Scarce military tribunal document from the Russian Civil War 273. Leon Trotsky. Russian Communist leader (1879–1940) who,

with Lenin, organized the Bolshevik seizure of power during the October Revolution of 1917. War–dated DS in Cyrillic, signed in blue grease pencil, “L. Trotsky,” one page, 6.5 x 8.25, January 19, 1920. A military document. In part (translated): “Exit n. 74, Unit 1, Copy Urgently, Order of the Revolutionary Military Soviet of the Republic No. 6…By Personal Staff, Revolutionary Military Tribunal of the 4th Army…Chairman: Comrade Altman, Members: G. Gusev [real name of Yakov Drabkin], and Tarnopolchenko, Chairman of the Revolutionary War Council of the Republic [Revvoyensoviet].” In very good condition, with a tear to the left edge (repaired with tape to reverse) and other expected document wear. This document was issued in the midst of the Russian Civil War, during which time the Soviet Revolutionary Tribunals were sentencing thousands of the Czar’s soldiers to death without a trial. The Revvoyensoviet had been established in 1918 to unify military authority under a single command, and Trotsky was its first chairman. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The first Nobel laureate in medicine 274. Emil Adolf von Behring. German physi-

ologist (1854–1917) who received the the first-ever Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1901. ALS in German, signed “Behring,” one page, 5.5 x 3.5, April 19, 1895. Letter to African explorer Oskar Borchert. In full (translated): “Just returned, please let me know when and where I can meet you tomorrow morning.”

In very good condition, with overall foxing and soiling.

Behring had discovered the diphtheria antitoxin four years earlier in 1890; in 1895, he took the position of director of the Institute of Hygiene at the Philipps University of Marburg. By this time immunization and treatment with the diphtheria serum was widespread and the importance his discovery garnered Behring international acclaim as savior of children and heroic scientific researcher. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Scarce portrait of the Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder

275. Bill Wilson. Uncommon glossy 8 x 10

head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Dear Chuck, With all affection, Ever, Bill 6/2/64.” A trivial tear to left edge, a couple of creases, and moderate contrast to inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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276. Fulgencio Batista

277. Antoine C. Becquerel

278. Seth Bullock

279. Richard E. Byrd

280. Chiang Ching-Kuo

281. Chun Doo-Hwan

282. Civil Rights

283. Christian Dior

284. DNA: Watson and Crick

285. DNA: James Watson

286. George Eastman

287. Albert Gallatin

288. Mikhail Gorbachev

289. Jay Gould

290. Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna

291. J. Edgar Hoover

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292. Hu Yaobang

293. John Jay

294. Kentaro Kaneko

295. Robert F. Kennedy

296. Kennedy Assassination: Clay Shaw MB $200

297. King Ferdinand VII

298. Tobias Lear

299. Lee Teng-Hui

300. Li Zongren

301. Theodor Mommsen

302. Mother Teresa

303. Mother Teresa

304. Mother Teresa

305. Mother Teresa

306. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III

307. Notables

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308. Juan Peron

309. Pope Benedict XVI

310. Melvin Purvis

312. Samuel and Eliphalet Remington

313. Syngman Rhee

314. Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin

315. Sam and Marilyn Sheppard

316. Sun Yat-sen

317. Supreme Court

318. Supreme Court

319. Titanic: Edwina MacKenzie

320. Titanic: Louise Pope

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322. Jiang Zemin

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military 325. William Alexander, Lord Stirling.

American general (1726– 1783) who served during the Revolutionary War and claimed the disputed title of Earl of Stirling. Ink signature, “Your most humble servant, Stirling,” on an off-white 4.5 x 1.75 slip affixed to a slightly larger card. In fine condition, with show-through from writing to reverse.

Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait of Lord Stirling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

326. William Bainbridge. Commodore

in the United States Navy (1774–1833) best known for his victory over the HMS Java in the War of 1812. ALS signed “Wm. Bainbridge,” one page, 8 x 9.75, September 20, 1823. Letter to Captain Alden Partridge of Norwich, Vermont. In part: “The Bearer Mr. Horry…being on his way to Norwich, to place his son under your excellent direction, affords me the opportunity of introducing him to you, as a gentleman of the first respectability.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature).

A choice, boldly penned letter by the famed commodore. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

327. Battle of Bunker Hill. Original New England

Chronicle newspaper, four pages, 10 x 15, printed at Harvard College for the period of September 14 to September 21, 1775, Volume VIII, Number 373, belonging to Captain Eleazir Robbins and very likely signed by him on the first page above the headline. The paper names many of the important generals of the war, and activities and reports from London, Lexington and Concord, Boston, Philadelphia, and Fort Ticonderoga. Central horizontal and vertical folds, with a partial separation along horizontal fold, scattered toning and soiling, and tape repairs to inside pages. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

328. Richard L. T. Beale. Lawyer, three-

term congressman from Virginia, and Confederate brigadier general (1819–1893). ALS signed “R. L. T. Beale atty,” one page, lightlylined, 7.75 x 9.25, no date. Letter concerning a legal case. In part: “Take notice I shall on Monday 22nd day of March next move the County Court of Westmoreland Co for judgment and award of execution vs you for the sum of $37.74.” In very good condition, with several intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through the signature), a few small areas of paper loss, and an unobtrusive tape remnant to left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

3 2 9 . P. G . T. Beauregard. Bold

ink signature, “G. T. Beauregard, 1886,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. A small tear to the lower right corner (not affecting the signature), otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

330. Boston Massacre. Boston Gazette and

County Journal newspaper reporting on the Boston Massacre, reprinted in 1876 to celebrate the Revolutionary War Centennial, four pages, 10.5 x 15.75, originally dated March 12, 1770.

The three columns on pages two and three are black-bordered, with four drawn coffins printed on page three, each with the initials of the Bostonians who were killed: “SG,” “SM,” “JC,” and “CA.” An account of the event is printed in the paper; a partial transcription is available at RRAuction. com. In very good condition, with noticeably repaired separations to fold and uniform toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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331. Braxton Bragg. ALS, three

pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 9.75, June 6, 1853. Letter, written from Fort Leavenworth, to his wife. In part: “The post is in horrible condition as to police and no better in discipline. We have just expended two hours in doing nothing but listening to the twaddle of the prisoner & Judge Advocate, all accounting to nothing, except that they are both very learned men (in their own estimation)…By the last mail we learn the recruits were at the Barracks. The general says they will be here soon, and then I shall hear from my wife again.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some slight show-through from writing on reverse. Frustrated by the primitive conditions of the western forts, Bragg would resign from the Army at the end of 1855 after repeated requests for reassignment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

An ex-Confederate embraces laws “made during the existing rebellion with reference to the emancipation of slaves”

332. Frederick Browning and Henry Ruthven Moore.

Fountain pen signature, “Yours sincerely, F. A. M. Browning” on an off-white 5.5 x 7 sheet of his personal stationery, dated in another hand April 21, 1955. Browning (1896–1965) was a British army officer who has been called the ‘father of the British airborne forces.’ And a fountain pen signature, “Henry Moore, Admiral, 5th January 1946,” on a light blue sheet of British Admiralty Delegation stationery. Moore (1886–1978) was the last British admiral to command Home Fleet during World War II. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

333. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain.

Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Chamberlain, “Joshua L. Chamberlain,” payable to Chief of Ordnance, U.S.A. for $50.10, March 22, 1880. A two-cent revenue stamp is affixed to the left side of the check, initialed by Chamberlain. In fine condition, with small cancelation hole to center, several staple holes, and a few spots of discoloration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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334. Confederate Amnesty Oath. Partly-printed DS, signed by Thomas Harris with an “X,” his mark, one page, 7.5 x 7, July 7, 1865.

Amnesty oath reads, in full: “I Thomas Harris of Augusta County, Va. do solemnly swear, in the presence of Almighty God, that I will henceforth faithfully support, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States, and the Union of the States thereunder: and that I will, in like manner, abide by and faithfully support all laws and proclamations which have been made during the existing rebellion with reference to the emancipation of slaves, so help me God.” Signed at the conclusion by Harris with an “x,” and labeled above “his mark.”

In very good condition, with intersecting folds, and scattered wrinkles and creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinary document endorsed by J.E.B. Stuart two weeks before dying in battle

336. Confederate Generals. Rare Civil

War–dated DS signed by J. E. B. Stuart, Williams Carter Wickham, Walter Taylor, and Thomas T. Munford, one page, 5.75 x 8, April–May 1864.

A docketing panel from an application for furlough, endorsed by the four generals, “Thomas T. Munford,” “W. C. Wickham, Brig Genl,” “J. E. B. Stuart, Major Genl,” and “W. H. Taylor, A. A. G.” Munford’s statement reads, in part: “If this application is granted the no. of men absent on furlough of indulgence will not exceed the limits prescribed in Gen Order No. 21.” Document is encapsulated in a mylar sleeve. Heavy intersecting folds with tape-repaired separations (horizontal fold significantly affecting Stuart’s signature), and overall toning and soiling, otherwise very good condition. Stuart’s endorsement is dated April 27, 1864, just two weeks before he was killed in action at the Battle of Yellow Tavern. An excessively rare and desirable piece with an abundance of Confederate autographs.

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

337. George A. Custer. Hand-addressed mailing envelope, 5 x 3, from Custer to his wife, “Mrs. Genl G. A. Custer, Fort Leavenworth, Kas.,” bearing a Hays City, November, postal cancellation. A pencil notation indicates the date as November 5, 1868, A rough right edge from opening and stray postmark stamps slightly affecting the top of his writing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Tobacco rations for Custer’s “Band Company of the 7th US Cavalry” 338. 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, non-commissioned 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. 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.

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. A very desirable 7th Cavalry document, issued only a month before the unit’s Black Hills Expedition, 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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339. George A. Custer: Badger and West. William Badger

(1826–1897) served in the 6th US Infantry and was quartermaster at Fort Lincoln when Custer’s 7th Cavalry was stationed there preceding the Battle of the Little Bighorn. DS signed twice, “Wm. Badger,” one page, 8.75 x 11, January 1, 1874. A requisition document ordering stationery for the first quarter of 1874, including five quires of letter paper, 25 official envelopes, bottles of black and red ink, 20 steel pens, and one lead pencil.

Signed twice by Badger to certify the order and receipt of the goods at Fort Lincoln in Standing Rock, Dakota Territory. In very good condition, with small burn holes and chipping to edges.

Robert West (1834–1869) was a captain in the 7th Cavalry and submitted charges against General Custer leading to his court martial. Civil War–dated manuscript DS signed “Rob. M. West, Colonel,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, March 12, 1864. An extract from regimental orders issued at Fort Magruder, Virginia. In full: “The recruits for the regiment named herein, having reported, are assigned to Batteries as follows. To Battery ‘F’: Private John Swanders.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

342. George A. Custer: Edward G. Mathey. Officer in the

340. George A. Custer: James Calhoun. Soldier in the US Army

during the American Civil War and the Black Hills War (1845–1876).

He was the brother-in-law of George Custer and was also killed in the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Extremely scarce ink signature, “James Calhoun,” on an off-white 6.25 x 1 slip clipped from the conclusion of a document, signed as first lieutenant in the 7th Cavalry. In fine condition, with a vertical fold and irregularly trimmed edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

341. George A. Custer: Francis Marion Gibson. Officer in

the 7th Cavalry who was one of the first to ride to the rescue at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, but arrived too late (1847–1919). Manuscript DS, signed “F. M. Gibson,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.25, March 4, 1878. Gibson certifies a statement given before him. In part: “Personally appeared before me, 1st Lieut F. M. Gibson, 7th Cavalry, Judge Advocate General Court Martial, one Serg’t Henry Shall.” Signed at the conclusion by Gibson and countersigned

by William Badger. In fine condition. Badger (1826–1897) served in the 6th US Infantry and was quartermaster at Fort Lincoln when Custer’s 7th Cavalry was stationed there preceding the Battle of the Little Bighorn. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

7th Cavalry who commanded the pack train at Little Bighorn (1837– 1915). Scarce partly-printed DS, signed twice, “E. G. Mathey,” one page, 8.5 x 11, April 1, 1878. Special requisition document ordering “Three (3) Corn Brooms” to fulfill the “monthly allowance of Company K 7th Cavalry.” Signed twice at the conclusion

by Mathey as a captain in the 7th Cavalry and countersigned by Elwell Otis as a lieutenant colonel in the 7th Cavalry. In fine condition, with expected document wear and unobtrusive foxing to left edge. Otis (1838–1909) also participated in the action during the Little Bighorn campaign as a member of the 22nd Infantry Regiment. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

343. George A. Custer: George Walter Yates. Officer

in the US 7th Cavalry Regiment who was killed in the Battle of the Little Bighorn (1843–1876).

Rare bold ink signature, “Geo. W. Yates,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 lightly-lined slip clipped from the conclusion of a document, signed as captain in the 7th Cavalry. In fine condition. A choice example. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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344. 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– dated ALS signed “J. A. Dahlgren,” one page, 5 x 8, March 26, [1862].

Letter to Gustavus V. Fox, the assistant secretary of the navy.

In part: “I send up two deserters…one of them (Johnson) says there are 20,000 men there, that they make no preparation for a stand but will fall back—that some boats are building at Tappahanock [sic] &c.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and slight brushing to some text. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

345. Jefferson Davis. Ink signa-

ture, “Jefferson Davis,” on an off-white 4 x 2.25 card. In fine condition, with a few trivial spots to front and some small mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

346. Thomas Drayton. ALS signed “Tho. F. Drayton,” one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 10, stamped personal letterhead, January 25, 1890. Letter to General Henry M. Cist. In part: “I have not obtained a copy of the reprint of General Boynton’s letter on the Battles of Chickamauga & Chattanooga and will therefore be much obliged to you for a copy.” Intersecting folds with tape-repaired separation to center horizontal fold, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“They are to fight for the rights of their insulted country, whilst their opponents combat for the unjust pretensions of a master. Kentuckians; remember the River Raisin!”

347. Edmund P. Gaines. War-dated manuscript general orders,

signed “By command, E. P. Gaines, Col. Adjt. General,” one page, 7.5 x 4.25, September 27, 1813. An invigorating message issued on board the Arial. In full: “The General entreats his brave troops to remember that they are sons of sires whose fame is immortal, that they are to fight for the rights of their insulted country, whilst their opponents combat for the unjust pretensions of a master. Kentuckians; remember the River Raisin: But remember it only whilst the victory is suspended. The revenge of a soldier cannot be gratified upon a fallen enemy.” Docketing on the reverse reads: “This order issued & was communicated just as the troops embarked from the Sister Island & the same day landed on the Canada Shore, but the enemy had gone.” In fine condition, with two vertical folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). These orders were issued as troops under William Henry Harrison’s Army of the Northwest continued to drive the British into Canada during the War of 1812. Detroit had just fallen back into American hands on September 10, and the troops regrouped at West Sister Island in Lake Erie, off the coast of Canada. They planned an invasion of the British-held Fort Malden in Southwest Ontario and expected formidable resistance, thus this stirring dispatch from Gaines, playing upon the emotions and bloodlust of the troops, a large percentage of them Kentucky natives. When the American forces landed at Malden, they found it deserted as British General Henry Procter had decided to flee. The retreat was slow and unorganized, however, allowing the American forces to catch up to them the next week, where they engaged in the pivotal Battle of the Thames—the decisive American victory saw the dissolution of the Native American alliance with the deaths of Tecumseh and Roundhead, and effectively led to the the re-establishment of American control over the Northwest frontier. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“When the flood came took the form of a Tortoise and placed the Ark on his back took it to Ararat with Noah” 348. Charles ‘Chinese’ Gordon. Intriguing archive of 17 ALSs to Charles Button in Seychelles, most signed “C. G. Gordon,” totaling 33 pages, dated 1881–1882; one is unsigned and lists repairs to his headquarters, and another is a partial ALS consisting of the last two pages. Gordon often writes of the coco de mer fruit and tortoises, both native to Praslin Island in the Seychelles, mentioning one or the other in a dozen letters. Praslin Island was the location of the Garden of Eden, according to Gordon, and he believed that the coco de mer was the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge. One letter, in part: “I want the four little Tortoises alive not dead…The Hindoos think that Curuman one of the incarnations of Bhudda, and which name signifies Tortoise when the flood came took the form of a Tortoise and placed the Ark on his back took it to Ararat with Noah. The Tortoise eggs take six months to hatch. The flood lasted four months so that I think the flood covered them and that when it subsided, the eggs were hatched, they never could have walked down from Ararat. You see none of these isles have much animal life on them.” Another, in part: “Tell me about the Coco de Mer and anything you can think of in the way of curious things…How is the Coco de Mer in the Govt Garden at Mahé and how are the Tortoises. I hope that they are looked after. Remember you are to keep the little ones for me of the Brood.” In overall very good to fine condition, with repaired separations to several letters. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

350. Edward Johnson.

349. Iwo Jima: Joe Rosenthal. Famous 10 x 12.75 laser print photo of the flag raising on Mount Suribachi after the battle of Iwo Jima, signed in black felt tip, “Joe Rosenthal, Mt. Suribachi, February 23, 1945.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned typescript copy of the story of the photograph, as told by Rosenthal, titled ‘The Picture That Will Live Forever.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Confederate general (1816– 1873) who opted against attacking Culp’s Hill at the Battle of Gettysburg, a decision frequently blamed for the loss of this decisive battle. Civil War–dated ALS signed in the upper left, “Ed. Johnson, Maj Genl, CSA, Pris. War,” one page, 8 x 9.75, March 5, 1865. Letter written while held captive at Fort Warren as a prisoner of war. In part: “Your name is not unknown to me. I have not forgotten you. I distinctly remember having met you at the house of my esteemed and much loved cousin Lee. Your name is familiar, too, from having heard it frequently and flatteringly mentioned by some of my brother officers. Need I say that it is endeared to us all by the recollection of a mournful event which transpired a few months since. Amidst the terrible scenes of the last four years I have constantly remembered that true devoted and lovely cousin, and I feel confident that, had it been possible, she would have done all that a generous heart could prompt to minister to my wants.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with small edge separations, a spot of paper loss to upper left corner, and stray ink marks to the left side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Stonewall’s tactical maneuvers before the fateful Battle of Chancellorsville 351. 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)

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Extraordinary West Point letter of recommendation signed by the class of 1826 352. Albert Sidney Johnston and the West Point Class of 1826. LS signed by 28 members of West Point’s

class of 1826, one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.5, October 25, 1825. A letter of recommendation for a classmate. In part: “A letter from Lieut. Burnham…enquires whether there be any unwillingness on our part to the appointment of Mr. Meade, late a member of the Class, as Lieutenant in the Marine Corps—We are ready to answer this question in the negative. Mr. Meade’s conduct whilst he was amongst us, was such as to ensure the friendship & esteem of every individual, not only of the Class, but of the Corps of Cadets. His gentlemanly conduct, many deportment, and liberality of sentiment, place him high in our confidence & esteem.” Signed on the reverse by 28 members of the class, including future Confederate General Albert Sidney Johnston, and future Union Generals Samuel P. Heintzelman and Amos Beebe Eaton. In very good condition, with intersecting folds with partial tape-repaired separations, a tape-repaired tear to lower left corner, and burn marks and paper loss to top edge. Johnston was the highest-ranking officer, Union or Confederate, killed during the entire Civil War, and given his early death at the at the Battle of Shiloh on April 6, 1862, his signature is excessively scarce in any form. This example presents an especially interesting, very early format. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Attempting to strengthen the Confederate Navy, Lee directs an English Naval officer to Richmond for possible training 353. Robert E. Lee. War-dated LS signed

“R. E. Lee,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 8, October 14, 1862. Letter to Secretary of War George H. Randolph. In part: “He admitted without hesitation that he belonged to the English East India Navy...There is nothing for him to do in this army, and my opinion of his honesty is not so much affected by his statement as to his position, as to cause me to detain him. I have accordingly given him a passport to return to Richmond where he may be able to find employment, should nothing be found to attach suspicion to his character.” Beautifully double-cloth-matted and framed with a copy of the front of the letter, a portrait of Lee, a small name plaque, and an engraved transcript of the letter to an overall size of 36.25 x 18. In fine condition, with some splitting along intersecting folds, some scattered mild toning, and show-through from writing on opposing sides.

Growing his army ranks, Lee was aware of the burgeoning Confederate Navy’s situation; building itself from essentially nothing, struggling to finance new developments, and lacking skilled men, the CSN’s challenges were immense. With a new naval school at Richmond, Lee sent this letter to refer an “officer of the Royal navy,” who—assuming his character opens no cause for concern upon further scrutiny—may be better utilized there. With strong economic ties (England was a major buyer of American cotton), a large British population in New Orleans, and widespread sympathy for the South’s struggle for independence, many Englishmen played active roles in the Confederacy and remained loyal through the duration of the war. An interesting letter from the early years of the war, as the Confederacy worked to build itself both on land and at sea. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Struggling with the construction of Baltimore’s Fort Carroll in 1849

354. Robert E. Lee. ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10, May 21, 1849. Letter to Major Delafield, written from Baltimore while working on a project. In part, “I think I have achieved a firm foundation at last. About 45´ below low water mark. An awful distance, but I began to fear it would have been worse. The first 16´ below the shoals is of a quicksand nature. It there grows firmer till you reach 23´, when a shalum of clay 3 feet thick is interposed between the shalum of sand. The bed of sand below the clay is apparently firm and solid.” In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds and a small area of paper loss to right edge of second page from wax seal.

The project referenced in Lee’s letter was for the construction of Fort Carroll, which was originally commissioned in 1847 to protect the city of Baltimore. The original plans, designed by Lee, detailed a man-made island topped by a fortress capable of housing 350 cannons. Serving as a brevet-colonel with the Army Corps of Engineers, he was placed in charge of the fort’s construction from 1848 through 1851. Hindered by inadequate funding and the soft riverbed, progress on the fort was slow and frustrating. The fort would eventually be finished, but without the guidance of Lee, who left to head West Point Military Academy. Unique content as a future Confederate hero works toward the protection of Baltimore Harbor from enemy forces. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

355. Edwin Gray Lee. Confederate brigadier general during the Civil War (1836–1870). He was a member of the Lee family and first cousin once removed of Robert E. Lee. AQS on both sides of an offwhite 6.25 x 3.25 album page, signed at the conclusion, “E. G. Lee, Shepherdstown 1852.” Lee pens a poem entitled “To a Lady,” in full: “Oh! it is hard to part from all / that’s given us sweet pleasure’s call, / from that which doth the heart enthrall / which bids the sorrows of life fall / from round the soul. / If though wilt give a thought to me / when I am far away from thee! / Will this, sweet friendships token be / as on through lifes rough turbid sea / my frail tongue glides?” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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356. Thomas M. Logan. Confederate general who became

greatly involved in railroad development in the Southern United States (1840–1914). DS, signed “T. M. Logan,” one page, 10.75 x 6.75, March 20, 1890. Stock certificate issued to Logan for 100 shares in the Seattle Lake Shore and Eastern Railway Company, signed on the reverse by Logan to transfer ownership. The receipt is affixed to the edge. In fine condition, with one cancellation hole to the left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“He, along with his comrades-in-arms who died on Bataan and Corregidor and in prison camps, gave his life for his country” 357. Douglas MacArthur. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, General Headquarters,

United States Army Forces, Pacific letterhead, September 1, 1945. Letter to Maria A. Lamagna. In full: “My deepest sympathy goes to you in the death of your son, Private First Class Salvador G. Lamagna, while a prisoner of war of the enemy.

You may have some consolation in the memory that he, along with his comradesin-arms who died on Bataan and Corregidor and in prison camps, gave his life for his country. It was largely their magnificent courage and sacrifices which stopped the enemy in the Philippines and gave us the time to arm ourselves for our return to the Philippines and the final defeat of Japan. Their names will be enshrined in our country’s glory forever. In your son’s death I have lost a gallant comrade and mourn with you.” The original mailing envelope is stapled to the upper left. In fine condition. Salvador G. Lamagna served in the 31st Infantry Regiment, which surrendered to the Japanese on April 9, 1942. The men in the unit were taken as prisoners of war, most undergoing brutal torture and humiliation on the Bataan Death March; roughly half of the 1600 members of the 31st Infantry who surrendered at Bataan perished while prisoners of the Japanese. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Celebrating America’s independence while leading post-war Japan 358. Douglas MacArthur. Official glossy 8 x 9.75 Signal Corps

photo of MacArthur reviewing his troops during a 1948 Independence Day celebration in Tokyo, Japan, signed in fountain pen. In good condition, with signature uniformly light, but still completely legible, scattered creases and surface marks, light crazing to finish, and a few small edge tears. A patriotic image boasting exceptional military pomp, taken while MacArthur was serving as the Supreme Commander of the Allied Powers overseeing the reconstruction of Japan. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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359. William Moultrie. General in the Continental Army during the American Revolution and later governor of South Carolina (1730–1805). Partly-printed DS, signed “Will’m Moultrie,” one page, 16 x 11.5, August 1, 1785. As governor of South Carolina, Moultrie grants Joseph Price “a Plantation or Tract of Land, containing One hundred Acres situate in the District of George Town.” A land survey of said plot of land is affixed to the document by a ribbon at the bottom. In very good condition, with intersecting folds with professionally repaired partial separations and paper loss, and scattered foxing and staining. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

360. Chester Nimitz. Very desirable 11 x 10 paperstock photo

of Nimitz signing the Japanese surrender aboard the USS Missouri, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to renowned surgeon and collector Dr. Max Thorek, “To my very good friend—Dr. Max Thorek—with best wishes and great esteem, C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral USN.” In fine condition, with some mild rippling, small mounting remnant along reverse top edge, and a bit of skipping to a couple words of inscription. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The Recruit has but one arm, a perfect Burlesque upon a Soldier” 361. Samuel H. Parsons. Important Continen-

tal Army general during the American Revolution (1737–1789). Revolutionary War–dated ALS signed “Sam. H. Parsons,” one page, 6 x 8.25, West Point, March 11, 1778. Letter to Ezekiel Williams. In part: “A Number of Persons in your case Prisoners of War, have been Bound to inlist in our service against the Resolutions of Congress & to the great Detriment of the Service; those who have joined here I have ordered back to your charge under a proper Guard; when they arrive the clothing rec’d I desire you will take from them & return to some commissary or the Reg’t they inlisted into, as they can by no Principles be intitled to cheat the Public out of the clothing as well as Individuals of their money they were simple enough to give them to inlist; the certificate rec’d if any are given cannot avail the Possessor as the Persons recruited were incapacitated to become Soldiers. I have also sent back a Man inlisted & sent on by Cpt. Keyes of Ashford—the Recruit has but one arm, a perfect Burlesque upon a Soldier. I wish you to inform the Gov’r of this & such like Practices too often gone into by the recruiting Officer of the State as well as our own.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (with a few repaired separations), scattered staining, and ragged edges. Exceptional content as the Continental Army struggled to bolster its forces against the much larger British troops, enlisting many less-than-qualified candidates for lack of better options. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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An attempt to flatter his future in-laws: “I have $54 to spend on flowers and candy which ought to make some impression” 362. George S. Patton. ALS signed

“Geo. S. Patton, Jr.,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 6.5, US Military Academy letterhead, no date, but December 23–24, 1906. Patton writes to his mother. In part [Patton’s spellings and punctuation retained]: “This time tomorrow I shall be leaving N.Y. I hope so I am feeling fine for the first time on Sunday at W.P. [West Point] I got through with French all right so you need not get bothered again until the latter part of March and I hope not then…I hope you have a nice time for Christmas and that there is plenty of rain and grass to attract tourists. So pa can be comfortable that book of Kipellings [Rudyard Kipling] looks very nice. I shall read it on the train tomorrow. Some times I am afraid that the Ayers don’t want me but only ask me from politeness still they do seem to go to foot ball games and things like that so perhaps they don’t object. I have $54 to spend on flowers and candy which ought to make some impression. I put the money I got from the Cadet Store ‘my salary’ out where the tack could see it.” In fine condition, with some light brushing to a few words of text and a couple spots of trivial toning. Accompanied by a photocopy of the front of the original mailing envelope. The “Ayers” mentioned in this letter by Patton were Beatrice Ayer’s parents in Beverly, Massachusetts. Beatrice and George were married on May 26, 1910. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Postmarked June 5, 1944—the eve of D-Day 363. George S. Patton. World War

II–dated mailing envelope, 8.75 x 4, addressed in type to “Miss Mary Jane Krieger, 304 Pine Street, Harrisburg, Penna., U.S.A.,” bearing a censorship signature to the upper left, “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” and franked “Free” to the upper right, postmarked June 5, 1944.

In fine condition, with scattered creases. Accompanied by a color copy of the letter transmitted in this envelope. As the Army prepared for D-Day on June 6, Patton was appointed commander of the fictitious First United States Army Group, designed to confuse German intelligence. Anticipating an attack from the north led by Patton, the Axis troops were misallocated and were delayed in being put into action at Normandy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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364. William H. F. Payne. Confederate

general (1830–1904) who fought in the Chancellorsville Campaign and was badly wounded at the Battle of Five Forks.

ALS signed “William H. Payne,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10, November 6, 1879.

Letter to his brother, Captain J. Scott Payne.

In part: “I see from the paper that your wounds are healing…that the fighting is over & I see no reason why you should not come East…We both carry marks upon us now, that he would have regarded as badges of honour.“ In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Payne’s hand. J. Scott Payne had been wounded at the Battle of Milk Creek in September 1879 during the Indian Wars.

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366. Revolutionary War. Original issue of

365. William Preston. Lawyer, politician, and Confed-

erate brigadier general (1816–1887). ALS signed “Willm.

Preston,” one page, 7.75 x 7, May 3, 1844. Letter to Secretary of State John C. Calhoun. In part: “Enclosed is a letter which you will oblige me by having forwarded.” Addressed on the reverse in Preston’s hand. Professionally inlaid into a larger off-white sheet. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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the January 9–16, 1775 issue of the Massachusetts Gazette; and the Boston Post Boy and Advertiser, 9.5 x 14, four pages. The front page features loyalist Daniel Leonard’s latest essay, part of his running battle of words with John Adams concerning the authority of Parliament over the American colonies. Signed in print, “Masschusettensis,” Leonard makes a lengthy and nuanced argument explaining why the colonies did not merit direct representation in Parliament yet were obligated to submit to its authority. He writes, in small part: “My dear countrymen, you have many of you, been most falsely and wickedly told, by our patriots, that Great-Britain was meditating a land-tax, and seeking to deprive us of our inheritance; but had all the malice and subtly of men and devils been united, a readier method to affect it could not have been devised, than the late denials the authority of Parliament, and forcible opposition to its acts: Yet, this has been done, planned and executed chiefly by persons of desperate fortunes.” In very good condition, with complete separation to spine, some scattered light creases and edge chips, and expected toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

367. Revolutionary War: Elijah Avery.

Revolutionary War–dated ADS, signed “Elijah Avery Capt,” one page, 7.25 x 11, March 6, 1779.

Document headed “A Pay Role of Capt. Elijah Avery’s Company for assisting the Sheriff of New London County when abused by a mob, 7th February 1778.”

The roll lists 36 names of Avery’s company, including seven killed in battle during their defense of Fort Griswold on September 6, 1781: Avery himself, David Avery, Elisha Perkins, Joseph Moxley, Luke Perkins, Edward Mills, and Jedediah Chester. Also endorsed again on the reverse by Avery.

In very good condition, with intersecting folds (partial separations repaired with tape to reverse), toning, and expected document wear.

Avery’s company formed part of the small Connecticut militia force led

by Lieutenant Colonel William Ledyard that attempted to defend Fort Griswold at the Battle of Groton Heights while vastly outnumbered by British forces led by the treasonous Benedict Arnold. The battle was the last major military encounter of the war in the northern United States, preceding the decisive American victory at Yorktown, Virginia, by about six weeks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

369. Antoine Joseph Santerre. French Revolutionist, military commander, and brewer (1752–1809). LS in French, signed “Santerre,” one page, 7 x 9, June 26, 1784. Untranslated. Intersecting folds, slight show-through from address panel to reverse, and paper loss to top and bottom from seal removal, otherwise fine condition.

Santerre is reported to have been the Revolutionary commander who escorted Louis XVI to the guillotine, however accounts differ as to whether he treated the doomed king with respect or contempt. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

368. Revolutionary War: Nicholas Quackenbush. Huge Revolutionary War-dated autograph

document containing a set of ledger sheets of Nicholas Quackenbush’s accounts, unsigned, four pages, 37.75 x 26, titled across the top of the first ledger, “Account of Articles delivered by Nicholas Quackenbush Adjutant Deputy Quarter Master for Albany and its Vicinity for the first day of March 1781 to the 31st May inclusive.” Ledgers note the date, voucher number, “To Whom Delivered,” and “By whose order,” and provide long columns which account for a variety of articles ranging from horses to pikes, tools, lumber, and foodstuffs. The document also makes reference to several deliveries performed by slaves. Central horizontal and vertical folds and some scattered light toning and dampstaining, otherwise fine condition. Nicholas Quackenbush (1734-1813) served as Assistant Deputy Quartermaster to the Continental forces in Albany with rank of Major. Situated roughly half way between Albany and Montreal, he was one of the most important people in the region, as he coordinated the delivery of critical supplies necessary for the defeat of the British. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“In the haste of Embarkation” to help Grant take Vicksburg 370. William T. Sherman. Civil War–dated ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, Maj. Genl,” one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 10, Memphis, December 20, 1862. Letter to Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton.

In full: “Captain Henry S. Fitch of the Quarter Masters Dept has been stationed at Memphis since its occupation by the Federal troops, and his duties have been of the most important delicate and laborious character. He manifests now a marked preference to serve the Government in some other sphere of action, or in some other branch of Army service; and asks a transfer. I have watched Capt Fitch’s conduct closely in the matter of Seizing & Confiscating Estates and have remarked his clear knowledge of Principles & ready application of them to Complicated Cases. He is young, well educated, a very fluent writer and has had much experience as a Lawyer. I most respectfully recommend him as a suitable officer to be transferred to the Adjutant Generals or Judge Advocate Generals Department. In the haste of Embarkation I cannot be more frill.” In fine condition. Sherman left Memphis on the day he penned this letter, taking 32,000 men down the Mississippi to strike at Vicksburg from the water. When they reached the area on December 26, Sherman’s forces were repelled by John C. Pemberton at the Battle of Chickasaw Bayou—a Confederate victory at the opening engagement of the Vicksburg Campaign. A choice letter from this pivotal moment in the war, ultimately concluding with Grant’s capture of Vicksburg on July 4, 1863. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

372. Philip Van Cortlandt. Colonial officer

371. William T. Sherman. Sherman’s personal calling card printed with his name, rank, and Washington address, 3.75 x 2, signed on the reverse in ink, “W. T. Sherman, General,” Mounting remnants to the printed side of the card, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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during the Revolutionary War who fought at the Battle of Saratoga, was with the Army at Valley Forge, and took part in the Sullivan Expedition (1749–1831). Boldly penned ALS signed “Ph. V. Cortlandt,” one page, 7.75 x 10, March 29, 1797. Letter to his father. In part (spelling and grammar retained): “Mama hinted to me the other day when I was at Peekskill that you wished to remove to this place and that you was depriving yourself of that gratification because you had given it out of your hands…this may be sound reasoning but as it respects my feelings permit me to assure you I have every inclination…to contribute to your & Mamas Ease Happiness and Gratification and therefore if you like do not delay in removing but come when ever you think proper.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

War-dated commission for a Boston Tea Party participant 373. War of 1812. War-dated partly-printed DS, signed “John Borlase Warren,” one page, 7.75 x

12.75, September 2, 1813. A British naval appointment issued to Paul G. Panton during the War of 1812, given by Warren while in American waters “onboard his majesty’s Ship San Domingo, Lynhaven Bay in the Chesapeake.” In part: “Whereas, His Majesty’s Ship Plantagenet is vacant of a Lieutenant and it is represented to me, that you are qualified to perform the Duties of the office: You are therefore hereby required…to repair on board his Majesty’s said Ship and there take upon you the Charge and act as Lieutenant of her…during the absence of Lieut. Faussett, taken prisoner by the Enemy.” In fine condition, with expected document wear, scattered creases, and a few small stains. Lieutenant Robert Faussett was later freed and returned to the Plantagenet, playing a large role in the Battle of Fayal in the following year.

The engagement was fought between the US and Britain on September 26–27, 1814, which began when Faussett took a small boat from the Planagenet to ascertain the nationality of the stranger in port at the Portuguese colony of Fayal in the Azores, which turned out to be American privateer. The American ship opened fire on Faussett after his boat drifted too close, and in return three British warships and several smaller boats filled with sailors and marines attacked the American ship. After repulsing two British attacks and killing one of their commanders, the Americans won a tactical victory but scuttled their ship the following morning to prevent it from being captured. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

374. Alfred Jefferson Vaughan.

Engineer, writer, and Confederate general who fought mainly in the Western Theater of the conflict (1830–1899).

Uncommon 3.75 x 5.5 book photo of Vaughan, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Compliments of A. J. Vaughan.”

Some light tape remnants and mild surface loss from previous mounting, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

375. Artemas Ward.

Partly-printed Revolutionary War-dated DS, one page, 13 x 13, October 10, 1778. The Massachusetts-Bay Council appoints John May an “Adjutant of the Boston Regiment of Militia in the County of Suffolk whereof Jabez Hatch Esquire is Colonel with the rank of Captain.” Signed along the left border by 15 members of the council: Artemus Ward, Jeremiah Powell, Thomas Cushing, Benjamin White, Benjamin Austin, Daniel Davis, Daniel Hopkins, Timothy Danielson, Francis W. Dana, Abraham Fuller, Oliver Prescott, Nathan Cushing, Oliver Wendell, Samuel Niles, and Eleazar Brooks. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (reinforced on the reverse), a few small areas of paper loss along folds and edges, and scattered toning. The paper seal is lightly toned and intact. A great connection between 15 influential Massachusetts leaders and an early revolutionary. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

376. Samuel Webb. Revo-

lutionary War– dated manuscript DS, signed “Sam’l B. Webb Col. Com’d Lt Infty,” one page, 9.25 x 5, November 9, 1782. Document submitted to the committee of pay table, state of Connecticut. In part: “This may certify that Jonathan Butler served in my Regiment the year 1780 at the end of said year he was discharged.” Includes the corresponding partly-printed receipt signed by Butler, “Jonathan Butler,” dated December 19, 1782, in part: “Received, of Pay-TableCommittee, their Order on the Treasurer of this State, to secure the Payment of Twenty five pounds four shillings and five pence.” Toned intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

377. Williams Wickham. Law-

yer, judge, politician, and important Confederate cavalry general who fought in the Vi r g i n i a c a m paigns (1820– 1888). Pass for the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad issued to Samuel Ron circa 1877, 3.75 x 2.25, crisply signed at the bottom by Wickham as receiver, “W. C. Wickham.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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World War II propaganda posters

378. World War II.

379. World War II.

380. World War II.

381. World War II.

382. World War II.

383. World War II.

384. World War II.

385. World War II.

386. World War II.

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390. Robert Anderson MB $200

391. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain

392. Enola Gay MB $200

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394. Enola Gay

395. Enola Gay

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393. Enola Gay MB $200

396. Enola Gay: Theodore ‘Dutch’ Van Kirk

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397. Enola Gay: Theordore ‘Dutch’ Van Kirk

398. Mitsuo Fuchida and Frank Teixeira

399. James M. Gavin MB $200

400. Winfield Scott Hancock

401. George C. Marshall

402. David D. Porter

403. George H. Thomas

404. Joseph Wheeler

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aviation Vast collection of early solo aviators

410. Early Aviation. Collection of approximately 200 items signed by aviation pioneers who flew solo before December 17, 1916, consisting primarily of signed photos, FDCs, signatures, ALSs, and TLSs, all contained in a large 13 x 16 hardcover album. Signers include: Thomas Sopwith, Adolph Sutro, Maurice Tabuteau, ‘Tiny’ Broadwick, Curtiss L. Day, Jack W. Heard, Fred E. Hummel, Goethe Link, Thomas Eric Spencer, Henry Roy Waite, and George C. Whiting. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

First photo of a Wright plane with wheels, damaged later that day 412. Wright Brothers. Original

vintage matte-finish 13 x 9.5 photo of what appears to be a Wright ‘Model B’ biplane on the ground in Asbury Park, New Jersey, on August 10, 1910, the first appearance of a Wright airplane with wheels under the skids. Photo shows the plane in the foreground with several men milling about and a larger crowd in the background behind a fence. Photo is affixed to a mount and matted to an overall size of 17 x 14, and notated on the mat in an unknown hand, “Wright Biplane, Asbury Park, N. J.” In fine condition. The Wright Company had entered into a contract with the Aero and Motor Club of Asbury Park to provide Wright aircraft at the August aviation meet. The airplane was damaged on August 10 when its pilot, Walter Brookins, swerved to avoid photographers, stalled, and hit several spectators. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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413. Willy Messerschmitt. German aircraft designer and

manufacturer (1898–1978) whose planes were used extensively in combat. FDC with a cachet honoring Leonardo da Vinci, signed in blue ballpoint by Messerschmitt. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

415. Orville Wright

416. Orville Wright

417. Orville Wright

418. Wilbur Wright

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419. Wilbur Wright

420. Wilbur Wright

421. Wilbur Wright

422. Wilbur Wright

423. Wilbur Wright

424. Wilbur Wright

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425. Wilbur Wright

426. Wright Brothers

427. Wright Brothers

428. Wright Brothers

429. Wright Brothers

430. Wright Brothers

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space Grissom and fellow Mercury astronauts secure a literary agent in 1965

431. Mercury Astronauts. DS, signed “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Leroy G. Cooper, Jr.,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “Walter M. Schirra, Jr.,” “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” and “D. K. Slayton,” four pages, 8.5 x 13, October 8, 1965. Agreement between six of the Mercury Seven astronauts (John Glenn having received his own contract) in which they elect to have Harry A. Batten represent them as their agent. In part: “Whereas the above named…Astronauts have been selected to train for participation in Projects Gemini, Apollo and other Space Flight Projects of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (hereinafter referred to as NASA), and…[the] Astronauts and their families have valuable rights to stories of their personal experiences in connection with these Projects, including their personal stories of their space flights…[the] Astronauts have selected and hereby appoint Harry A. Batten to represent them in the sale of the rights they may have arising out of the projects.” Also signed by Batten and the wives of the six astronauts. In fine condition, with expected document wear and a couple of paperclip impressions along top edge. Even two years after the end of the Mercury program, public interest continued to be very high for these new heroes, each of whom would go on to write at least one book about his own experiences. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Mission patch from Scott’s personal collection 432. Dave Scott. Flown

embroidered Apollo 9 mission patch, measuring 3.5˝ in diameter, carried on board Apollo 9 by Dave Scott. Signed on the reverse in black felt tip, “Flown on Apollo 9, March 3–13, 1/69, Dave Scott CMP.” Accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity from Scott which reads, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 9 patch included with this letter was flown aboard Apollo 9, March 3-13, 1969…This Apollo 9 patch has been in my personal collection since we returned from the mission.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

433. Dave Scott. Flown printed fabric American flag, 6 x 4,

flown on board Apollo 9, signed on a white stripe in blue ballpoint, “Flown aboard Apollo 9, March 3-13, 1969, Dave Scott, CDR.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part, “I hereby certify that the United States flag included with this letter was flown aboard Apollo 9, March 3-13, 1969…and was carried in my Personal Preference Kit (PPK)…This US flag has been in my personal collection since we returned from the mission.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

434. Dave Scott. Dave Scott’s printed Aeronautics and Space Report of the President, 1973 Activities, 8 x 10, 131 pages.

Report was made for President Richard Nixon to present the nation’s progress in space activities. Signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Scott, and signed again in blue ballpoint, “From my personal collection. Dave Scott, Gemini VIII, Apollo 9, Apollo 15.” In fine condition, with an ink notation and light toning to cover. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The legendary trio recognizes ‘flight’ following their history-making journey

436. Apollo 11. Color glossy 9.25 x 7 photo of the Apollo 11 prime crew posing together in their spacesuits against a lunar background, affixed to a 12 x 10.5 mount, signed and inscribed in black felt tip on the mount, “To Cliff Charlesworth–With our sincere appreciation for your friendship and your professional performance as our ‘flight’ Neil Armstrong,” and “Michael Collins,” and “Buzz Aldrin,” with Armstrong adding “Apollo 11,” next to Aldrin’s signature. Light surface impression to upper left background of image, mild uniform fading to photo, as well as signatures and inscriptions, all of which are still completely legible, and a bit of mild toning to mount, otherwise fine condition. Photo was originally acquired from the Lousma Family collection.

The Apollo 11 crew had good reason to thank Charlesworth for his friendship and “professional performance” as he served as a NASA flight director for the first moon landing. In his capacity as flight director for the Manned Spacecraft Center at Houston from 1962 to 1970, he was ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to mankind’s most important spaceflight. He also served as director for Gemini 11, Gemini 12, and Apollo 8. Charlesworth died in 1991. Sincere admiration from Apollo 11 to one of the forgotten heroes who made their mission a success.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Scarce ‘Type 3’ insurance cover direct from the Aldrin family 437. 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)

A majestic portrait presented “with the thanks of the ‘Eagle’ crew” 438. Apollo 11. Color vintage 13.75 x 10.5 James Russell National Geographic Society photo of the society’s president Dr. Melvin M. Payne, Neil Armstrong, and Buzz Aldrin holding a photo of an American bald eagle, affixed to a 17.75 x 15 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black felt tip, “To Frederick K. Truslow—With the thanks of the ‘Eagle’ crew for this magnificent photo of our favorite bird—Neil Armstrong,” and “Buzz Aldrin 3-30-70.”

In fine condition, with one corner of photo slightly peeling from mount, a few small edge tears to mount, as well as uniform toning from previous display. A superb oversized portrait with great association between the Apollo 11 moonwalkers and their Lunar Module call sign. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Crew-signed NASA lithograph 439. Apollo 11. Official color 10 x 8

NASA lithograph of Buzz Aldrin working on the lunar surface, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Norman Graves, Neil Armstrong,” and signed in black felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin” and “Michael Collins, Apollo 11.” In fine condition, with some light contrast to the signatures.

A superb photo that showcases Aldrin in his spacesuit, the Lunar Module, American flag, and lunar footprints, rarely found signed by the entire crew.

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“Thanks for keeping our PR men on their feet”

440. Neil Armstrong. Fantastic early official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Armstrong in a dark jacket and tie, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Doctor Sobocinski—Thanks for keeping our PR men on their feet. Best wishes, Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with very mild surface bends and a trivial spot of surface loss to right edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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441. Neil Armstrong. Official and highly desirable uninscribed color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Official Apollo 11 booklet featuring a rare image of Armstrong on the lunar surface 442. Neil Armstrong. Official NASA booklet entitled ‘Log of Apollo

11,’ 10.25 x 7.75, 11 pages, signed and inscribed inside in black felt tip, “Best wishes to Hans J. Moeller—Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with the cover folded back to show the signed page. The signature is well-placed beside an image of Armstrong and Aldrin unfurling the American flag on the lunar surface. Signed photos of Armstrong on the lunar surface are exceedingly rare. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

443. Neil Armstrong. Exceptionally desirable personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Armstrong, “Neil A. Armstrong,” payable to Lorian Trust for $2500.00, June 30, 1987.

Pencil notation by Armstrong on the memo line reads, “All Interest.” In very fine condition. In 1973, Armstrong was president of Lorian, Inc., a business in Lebanon, Ohio, where he lived at the time. An uncommon and much sought-after form of Armstrong’s autograph. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

‘First Man on the Moon’ stamp display with his famous words 444. Neil Armstrong. Color 10 x 8 cardstock photo

of Buzz Aldrin working on the lunar surface, with Armstrong’s memorable first words from the moon printed in the lower border, and a block of four ‘First Man on the Moon’ postage stamps affixed to the lower right corner, signed in the border of the stamp block in black felt tip. Stamp block also bears a First Day of Issue stamp and a moon landing cancellation. In fine condition. Armstrong is notoriously difficult to find on any philatelic-related items. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Moonwalker-turnedPeace Corp chairman sends good news to a young artist 445. Neil Armstrong. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, Peace Corps letterhead, July 16, 1971. Letter to Grant Treaster, Jr., thanking him for submitting a poster entry for the Peace Corps anniversary, and congratulating him for being a finalist. In part: “I would like to take this opportunity to let you know how much I appreciate your efforts in entering the Peace Corps’ Tenth Anniversary Poster Contest. The response from the nation was overwhelming. Well over 1,500 posters were entered in the contest, with the majority of them being of very high quality. And I am pleased to advise you that from among that number, the judges selected your poster as one of the sixty finalists.

Although there is no monetary prize for this distinction, I would like to congratulate you on your achievement…To have been selected as a finalist from among such competition is indeed an honor, and one of which you can be justly proud. Again, may I extend to you my sincere congratulations.” Mild swath of toning lightly affecting portions of text and signature from adhesive remnants on reverse, and a horizontal mailing fold lightly affecting a couple letters of signature, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a newspaper clipping about Treaster’s poster submission, with an image of his poster, and an announcement of the eventual winner. Armstrong served as Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee for the Peace Corps from 1971-1973. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

446. Neil Armstrong. McDonnell Douglas commemorative

cover, 7.25 x 4, with a cachet honoring the first flight of the DC10, signed in red felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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447. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. Ink signatures, “Neil

Armstrong,” and “Buzz Aldrin,” on a 10.25 x 7.5 off-white acid-free sheet. In very fine condition. Consignor indicates that the signatures were obtained at the NASA Glenn Research Center on July 13, 1989, a week before the 20th anniversary of their mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

448. Buzz Aldrin.

451. Michael C ollins . T L S ,

Official glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 11 space craft at the launch complex for a rehearsal, signed in blue felt tip, “AS 506, Apollo XI, Buzz Aldrin.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

449. Buzz Aldrin. Official

glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of the Apollo 11 space craft on the launch pad in July of 1969, signed in blue felt tip, “Columbia and Eagle ready for launch, Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

one page, 7 x 9, National Air and Space Museum letterhead, September 1, 1976.

Letter to Dr. Anthony Cipriano. In full: “Thank you for your recent letter concerning a new logo for our museum. As you may know, we already have a logo. While not 100% satisfied with it, I am reluctant to replace it at this time. In regard to the Numeroff collection, I certainly appreciate your helping to locate a sponsor for it. Good luck, and thanks for your continued interest in the National Air and Space Museum.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. A political cartoonist for the New York World Telegram and Sun for 25 years, renowned space artist William Joffe Numeroff drew detailed pencil portraits of astronauts and scientists and personally designed cachets for space covers. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

450. Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. Color giclee print on can-

vas, 24 x 6.75, showing the earthrise taken during the Apollo 11 mission, signed in silver ink by Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

452. Apollo 12. Original first edition Earth Orbit Chart,

41.5 x 13.5, prepared for NASA under the direction of the Department of Defense by the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center, outlining the first two orbits around the Earth by the Apollo 12 spacecraft, as well as the trans-lunar injection, and is labeled in the lower right, “Apollo Earth Orbit Chart (AEO), Apollo Mission 12…For November 1969 Launch Dates,” along with an identification of the sheet number. Accompanied by a two-page article on lunar maps, as well as a two-page explanation of the mission. Rolled and in overall fine condition, with some scattered light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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453. Apollo 13. Original set of three first edition Lunar Monitor Charts (LMD), each

55 x 24, prepared for NASA under the direction of the Department of Defense by the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center. Charts show the landing area for the mission, with all craters and landmarks labeled, and are labeled in the lower right,“LM Orbit Monitor Chart (LMD)…Apollo Mission 13—Site Fra Mauro, 11 April of 10 May 1970 Launch Date.” Rolled and in overall fine condition, with a few scattered edge dings.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Flown mission cover with its complete documentation, from the commander’s personal collection 454. Apollo 15. Uncommon Apollo 15 postal cover, 6.5 x 3.75, numbered 212 of 300, carried to the lunar surface aboard the Falcon, signed in the lower left corner by crew members Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. In fine condition.

This particular cover comes from astronaut Dave Scott’s personal collection, and retains its original informational card insert, also signed by Scott.

Accompanied by a one-page typed notarized certification, signed “Alfred M. Worden,” “David R. Scott,” and “James B. Irwin.” A partial transcription of the astronauts’ letter of provenance is available at RRAuction.com. All three crew members have also added their initials to a small correction in the text. Also included is a two-page letter of authenticity signed by Dave Scott, which reads, in part: “I hereby certify that the postal cover No. 212 included with this letter was carried to the lunar surface aboard the Lunar Module Falcon.” Scott goes on to recall the history of these covers and their eventual return to the Apollo 15 crew. In fine condition.

As was common practice on Apollo missions, postal covers and medallions were carried aboard the spacecraft as mementoes. Because of the increased mass of equipment to be carried by the Apollo 15 lunar module (including the Lunar Rover), the number of medallions was halved and 400 postal covers were carried instead. The covers were provided by a German stamp dealer, who would retain 100 (not to be sold on the open market), and 300 would be divided among the crew (a fee was also offered, but eventually declined). Several months after the mission, the German stamp dealer advertised his 100 covers for sale. When the situation came to NASA’s attention, NASA impounded all of the crew’s covers, which were then deposited in the National Archives. In February 1983, the crew brought legal action against NASA for return of the covers. A settlement was reached quickly and on July 19, 1983, NASA returned the covers to the crew in a private meeting at the National Archives. During the settlement, the crew signed a notarized letter of provenance for each cover. The legal document is, of course, specific in its detail, noting that the postal covers “were carried aboard the Apollo 15 Mission…and carried aboard the Apollo 15 Spacecraft during the entire term of the Mission to include…the moon, and were returned to the Earth at the termination of the Mission on August 7, 1971.” The trail of the offered cover is a piece of space collectible legend, with provenance that tells the story in great detail. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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455. Apollo 15. Fantastic original signed Robert McCall felt tip sketch of the Apollo 15 lunar module on the moon’s surface, with the manned lunar rover in the background, on a light purple 9.25 x 4 FDC. Signed in brown felt tip by Dave Scott and Jim Irwin and in black felt tip by Al Worden. Also signed in felt tip by the artist, Robert T. McCall. In fine condition, with light erased pencil remnants from a previous address.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

456. Dave Scott. Flown

Bolivian flag, 6 x 4, flown to lunar orbit aboard Apollo 15, signed in blue ink on the yellow panel, “Flown around the Moon for 6 days (74 orbits), Apollo 15, July 26–Aug 7, ’71, Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Scott which reads, in part: “I hereby certify that the national flag of Bolivia included with this letter was flown around the moon for 6 days (74 orbits) during Apollo 15…July 26-August 7, 1971…and was carried in my Personal Preference Kit (PPK) aboard the Command and Service Module, Endeavor…This national flag of Bolivia has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

457. Dave Scott. Flown

Ugandan flag, 6 x 4, flown to lunar orbit aboard Apollo 15, signed in blue ink on a yellow panel, “Flown around the Moon for 6 days (74 orbits), Apollo 15, July 26–Aug 7, ’71, Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Scott which reads, in part: “I hereby certify that the national flag of Uganda included with this letter was flown around the moon for 6 days (74 orbits) during Apollo 15…July 26-August 7, 1971…and was carried in my Personal Preference Kit (PPK) aboard the Command and Service Module, Endeavor…This national flag of Uganda has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

458 Dave Scott. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Dave Scott, Apollo 15 Commander.” In fine condition.

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(MB $200)

459. Dave Scott. Dave

Scott’s NASA Mission Contingency Investigation Plan memo, stampdated November 1972, 8 x 10.5, 27 pages, bound with two staples along the left edge.

Cover sheet states that the plan is “for an orderly reaction by MSC organizations and the spacecraft contractors that support MSC, to an officially declared mission contingency.”

Signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “From my personal collection and used for preparation and support of Apollo 17. Dave Scott, Gemini VIII, Apollo 9, Apollo 15.” Scattered staining to cover, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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From the South Pole to lunar orbit 460. Dave Scott. Flown American flag, 5.5 x 4, carried to the South Pole in 1970, and flown to lunar orbit during the Apollo 15 mission. Flag is signed on three white stripes in blue ink, “Dave Scott, carried to South Pole, Antarctica, Jan 9–15, 1970. Flown to the moon aboard Apollo 15, July 26–Aug 7, 1971.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part, “I hereby certify that the United States flag included with this letter…is from my personal collection and was carried to the South Pole, Antarctica…and then flown in lunar orbit for six days aboard the CSM Endeavour during Apollo 15…I was a member of the NASA contingent of six on an official visit to Antarctica from 9 through 15 January 1970…Throughout the journey, I carried the attached United States flag in the pocket of my parka as a symbol of exploration…This South Pole/Apollo 15 US flag has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” In fine condition. Flags carried on any Apollo mission are highly desirable, with this particular flag making an extra trip to the bottom of the world. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Extremely rare Pucci-designed ‘Silver XV’ flown patch from Scott’s personal collection 461. Dave Scott.

Very rare flown Apollo 15 embroidered mission patch, measuring almost 4˝ in diameter, with the addition of an embroidered silver “XV” hallmark near the center. Signed on the reverse in blue felt tip, “Lunar surface, Dave Scott.”

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part, “I hereby certify that the Apollo 15 patch (with silver ‘XV’) included with this letter was carried to the surface of the Moon…This cloth patch…features the Apollo 15 crew insignia designed by Emilo Pucci…the Roman numerals ‘XV’ are embroidered in silver thread on the edges of the crater rims in the center, and the initials of Emilo Pucci (‘EP’) are reproduced as a hallmark in the lower center…This special Apollo 15 patch has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Rare printer’s proof signed by all 12 moonwalkers and over 30 other astronauts from Project Mercury to the space shuttle 462. Moonwalkers. Signed

book: America’s Journey into Space: The Astronauts of the United States. This is a rare Printer’s Proof sent to author Anthony Cipriano before publication, an archetype representing the original pages which were hand-numbered and hand-corrected. NY: Wanderer Books, 1979. Softcover, 6.75 x 9.5, 193 pages. Signed inside by all 12 moonwalkers next to their full-page sketches originally done by noted space artist William Joffe Numeroff: “Neil Armstrong,” “Buzz Aldrin,” “Charles Conrad, Jr.,” “Alan Bean, Apollo 12, Skylab II,” “With regards, Alan Shepard,” “Ed Mitchell,” “To Tony, His Love From the Moon, Jim Irwin / Apollo 15,” “Dave Scott, Gemini VIII / Apollo 9 / Apollo 15,” “Charlie Duke, Apollo 16,” “To Tony, With Thanks & Best Regards, John Young,” “Gene Cernan,” and “Jack Schmitt.”

Book is also signed throughout by 33 Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle astronauts, some adding brief inscriptions to the author, Anthony Cipriano, and pertinent mission information. Signers are: Scott Carpenter, D. K. Slayton, Wally Schirra, James A. McDivitt, Frank Borman, James Lovell, Tom Stafford, Dick Gordon, Donn Eisele, Walt Cunningham, Bill Anders, Rusty Schweickart, Jack Swigert, Fred Haise, Mike Collins, Stu A. Roosa, Joe Engle, Al Worden, Ron Evans, Joseph P. Kerwin, Jack Lousma, Jerry Carr, Vance Brand, Karol J. Bobko, Jeff Hoffman, Gordon Fullerton, Joe Allen, Richard Truly, Bruce McCandless II, Dale Gardner, Donald L. Holmquest, and the Apollo/ Soyuz Soviet cosmonauts Alexei Leonov and Valeri Kubasov. Book is also signed inside by Edward Teller, J. H. Doolittle, Max Faget (designed the original spacecraft for Project Mercury, credited with contributing to the designs of every US human spacecraft from Mercury to the Space Shuttle), W. H. Pickering, NASA Administrators James E. Webb, T. O. Paine, and George M. Low, Robert R. Gilruth, Al Nagy (named the then ‘Mercury Mark II’ program ‘Gemini’), W. J. Kapryan, Mel Savage, and twelve others.

In fine condition, with some pages loose and a duplicate of pages 41-42 (as might be expected in a printer’s proof), and light show-through from a few signatures. Book is housed in a custom navy leather clamshell case with five raised bands on the spine and titles stamped in gilt.

Imprinted on the front cover of the case is an illustration of a rocket launch using an actual 1 x 1.75 visible piece of Kapton foil to represent the flames. Such wide-ranging single-item assemblages of astronauts are quite rare, particularly those that include all of the moonwalkers.

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464. Lunar Farside Chart.

463. Moonwalkers. Seven commemorative covers with various

cachets, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by a moonwalker, including: Edgar Mitchell, Buzz Aldrin, Gene Cernan, Harrison Schmitt, Jim Irwin, Charlie Duke, and Charles Conrad. In overall fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original Lunar Farside chart (LFC-2), 23 x 31, first edition, August 1967, prepared for NASA by the Department of Defense by the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center, with a printed legend in the lower border, and a 1:10,000,000 scale. Lower right corner is labeled in red felt tip, “Historical Copy.” In fine condition, with some scattered creases, primarily to top border. Rolled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare and immaculate uncanceled check, signed just days before her tragic mission 465. Christa McAuliffe. Uncanceled 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)

466. Christa McAuliffe. Mailing envelope, 6.5 x 3.5, signed

along the bottom in black felt tip, “S. Christa McAuliffe,” to which was later added a stamped Goddard Shuttle Tracking Team 51-L Landing cachet, a January 28, 1986, Greenbelt, North Carolina postal cancellation, and two Alden Partridge postage stamps. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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space artifacts

468. Saturn S1-C Wrench and Saturn S-IVB Electrical Connectors and Pressure Gauge. Collection of five pieces

467. Oxidizer Start Valve and Saturn LOX System Valve. Collection of two pieces of ground support hardware

from the Saturn V S-IC program: an unused oxidizer start valve, 3.5 x 2.5 x 3, manufactured by Futurecraft Corp; and a Saturn LOX System solenoid valve, serial no. A-112, accompanied by its original Boeing cleaning tag. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

of ground support hardware. First, a ball valve assembly wrench, 8.5˝ long, with a recessed circular fitting at the head. A metal tag is attached by a wire cord to the other end and is labeled, “Ball Valve Wrench Assembly, Do not remove from S-1C pneumatic console area.” Second, is a metallic gold conical filter, 6˝ tall, with “ASSY 65B80860-1,” stenciled along the bottom rim. Third, a pressure gauge assembly, 7.5˝ long, with a NASA label on the reverse and a cleaning specification label, dated October 25, 1974, affixed along the edge of the gauge. Fourth, is a set of five McDonnell Douglas electrical connectors, various lengths, each with a red parts label around the wires. Finally, a heavy 4.5˝ diameter fitting with a 2.25 x 2.25 rotating square fitting in the center, possibly for use with a wrench or other tool. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

469. Saturn Adapter Assembly and Miscellaneous Components. Collection of seven pieces of ground

support hardware: a Saturn adapter assembly, serial no.

0000023, housed in its original clean room packaging, with Pur-O-Lator and Boeing labels affixed to the outside of the packaging; and six various miscellaneous electrical and hardware components. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

470. Saturn IBM Instrument Unit, Saturn Differential Press Indicators, and Saturn Parts. Collection

of nine parts, all housed in their original or clean room packaging. Items include: three Saturn IBM Instrument unit parts consisting of a shackle, belt, and pulley idler; two sets of Vacco Industries Differential Press Indicators, housed in their original packaging (one complete with its cleaning certificate); a Vacco M/S Filter Element still sealed in its clean room packaging; a Vacco Element Assembly filter; a small propulsion system part; and an Astro Pak part. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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471. Saturn Socket Assembly. Saturn socket assembly affiliated

for the Saturn V S-IC (first stage) system. Made by Pur-o-Later the assembly measures 5.5˝ long and is labeled “Socket Assembly…Ser. No. 0000235…Assy Date 1Q66.” Part is housed in its clean room inner packaging and is accompanied by its outer packaging with its Pur-oLater label affixed to one side. Also included are two cleaning tags, dated 1966 and 1971. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

474. Apollo Guidance and Navigation Optics Parts. Collec-

tion of six MIT-designed Apollo Guidance and Navigation optics parts manufactured by the Kollsman Instrument Company: five metal and plastic blank lenses of various thickness; and a 1.5˝ diameter piece of a semi-translucent material, stamped around the edge, “Made in Japan.” All five lens blanks are in their clean room packaging. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

475. Apollo Roto-tellite Switches. An unused bank of Apollo ground

472. Space Shuttle Wiring Tunnel Closures. Collection of four parts designed for use on the space shuttle. Three rectangular metal wiring tunnel closures, each stenciled with different part numbers, two measuring 7.25 x 12 and one measuring 6.5 x 11.25. Two are accompanied by Thiokol Huntsville Division tags. Also included is a curved metal forward fairing seal, 8.5 x 16, with several part and inspectors stamps on the inside, and accompanied by its Thiokol tag.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

473. Space Shuttle Thermal Blankets and Space Shuttle Wiring Component. Available to US bidders only. Two Shuttle TCS

support Roto-tellite switches made for control room panels. Bank measures 1.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 with six blank indicator lights on the front. Bottom bears a Rototellite manufacturer’s label indicating this part was made in March of 1967.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

(Thermal Control System) blankets, one measuring 37 x 9.25 and the other 22 x 4.75, both numbered on the foil side, and both having connective snaps around the edges; and a shuttle wiring component, serial no.

002, housed in its clean room packaging, with an inspection stamp, dated January 1, 1987, affixed to the outside of the bag. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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476. Apollo 11. A .5 x .5 swatch of

Kapton foil removed from the Apollo 11 Command Module Columbia’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.

Presented within an Apollo 11 folder containing further details about the mission. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

479. Apollo Food. Two un-

opened freezedried packets of Apollo prototype space food. A 4.75 x 3 package labeled “Bacon and Egg Bites”; and a survival bar, 5.5 x 3.25, serial no. 000001. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

477. Space Shuttle Blanket Support.

Tw o i d e n t i c a l Space Shuttle blanket supports, 8.25 x 9.5, manufactured by Hamilton Standard in January of 1987. Both are housed in their clean room packaging with three identification labels affixed to the inside.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

478. Space Shuttle Insulation. Available to US bidders

only. Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) Blanket with Beta cloth on one side and gold foil on the other, 11.5 x 9 x 1.5, part number “V070362169-010 NC, 03953 A55958.”

Beta cloth side bears multiple “Scrap” stamps and a small braided metal chord is affixed to one edge. In fine condition, with scattered soiling and light wear.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

480. Lunar and Mars. Collection of five original charts,

various sizes, all pertaining to the lunar or Martian landscape.

Charts are titled: “The Aristarchus-Herodotus Region,” two copies of “Map of the Moon” (1958 edition), “Lunar Chart Index,” and “Mars Chart” (First Edition 1970). Rolled and in fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

481. Apollo 14. Collection of three original charts prepared for NASA by the Department of Defense, all measuring 22˝ x 17˝, with each showing scale representations of the Apollo 14 landing site at Fra Mauro. Rolled and in fine condition, with a bit of scattered light foxing and a couple of corner creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) www.RRAuction.com | 135

482. Apollo 15. Collection of three original lunar charts, all measuring 22˝ x 17˝, one entitled, “Lunar Earthside Chart,” another entitled “USAF Lunar Reference Mosaic,” and one untitled, which shows the Apollo 15 landing area at Hadley Rille. Rolled and in fine condition, with some scattered light toning and foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

483. Apollo 7. Two original canisters of 16mm color film from the Apollo 7 mission.

First canister measures 9.5˝ in diameter, and contains one reel of sound film. Rockwell Corporation label affixed to the cover reads, in part: “Apollo 7 1st Manned Flt. & Return of Astro’s to DNY…December 1968.” Second canister measures 10.5˝ in diameter and contains one reel of film. MSC label affixed to the cover reads, “Personality Clip Astronaut Walt Cunningham.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Two original canisters of 16mm color film from Project Apollo.

First canister measures 9.5˝ in diameter, and contains one reel of sound film. Rockwell Corporation label affixed to the cover reads, in part: “First Manned Apollo…September 1968.” Second canister measures 9˝ in diameter and contains one reel of film. NASA label affixed to the cover reads, “NAA-Project Apollo Sub. #265A, July 65.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

484. Apollo Saturn.

486.

Two original canisters of 16mm color film.

First canister measures 10.75˝ in diameter, and contains one reel of film. Rockwell Corporation label affixed to the cover reads, in part: “The Saturn S1…May 1968.” Second canister measures 7.25˝ in diameter and contains one reel of film. NASA label affixed to the cover reads, “Apollo-Saturn 202 Quick Look.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

485. Apollo Film.

Apollo-Soyuz.

Two original canisters of 16mm color film from the Apollo era. First canister measures 10.75˝ in diameter, and contains one reel of film. NASA label affixed to the cover reads, in part: “Astronaut Gibson Presentation-Update (Apollo Summary Film),” with an additional Dutch Airlines label reading, “SL, ASTP cartoons.” Second canister measures 10.75˝ in diameter and contains one reel of film. MSC label affixed to the cover reads, “Soyuz 2, 3, 4, 5.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

487. Apollo Archive. Collection of high-quality copies of reports and manuals, totaling almost 5,000 pages, pertaining to early Apollo missions, experiments, and system components. Titles include a large unbound volume titled “NASA Experiment Descriptions for Extended Apollo Earth-Orbit Flights,” “MOL Bioastronauts Program Plan,” “Apollo Program Working Paper No. 1221: Environmental Control System,” and “Environmental Control and Life Support System.” Several reports and reference guides for the Hubble telescope are also included. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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488. Apollo Post Retrieval Procedures Manual. Spiral-bound photocopy of the Apollo Postretrieval Procedures for NASA Recovery Team, SM2A-08-SC106, 9 x 11, 354 pages. Published by the North American Rockwell Corporation, this manual lists all the procedures for the inspection of the interior and exterior of the capsule, as well as the panel settings and removal of the crew’s equipment. Copied cover is labeled by the previous owner, “NK’s Copy, Completed onboard USS Princeton, May 26–May 31, 1969” which would indicate use during the Apollo 10 recovery. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

489. Ranger VII, VIII, and IX. Eight volumes of Photographs of

the Moon manuals from the Ranger program. Included are: two sets of Ranger VII (Parts 1-3), Ranger VIII (Camera ‘A,’ ‘B,’ and ‘P’), and Ranger IX (Camera ‘A,’ ‘B,’ and ‘P’). In very good condition, with some notations to a couple of covers, as well as some scattered toning and dampstaining to one of the set’s covers and opening pages. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

490. Apollo and Lunar Archive. Collection of 25 high-quality copies of early Apollo and space suit flight documents, manuals, and reports. Titles include: “Study of the Apollo Space Suit Electrical Fire Hazard,“ “Extra-Vehicular Protection During Orbital and Lunar Explorations,” “Design and Development of the Apollo Extra-Vehicular Mobility Suit,” and a Douglas “Proposal to Develop an Evaporative Cooling Garment.” Several duplicate reports are included in the group. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

491. Saturn IB, V, and SIVB Stage. Collection of seven NASA manuals regarding the Saturn rocket and its stages. Titles are: ELPAC ECOM IA-2 Maint; RF Checkout Equipment for Saturn V Launch Complex 39; Test Plan for the Electromagnetic Compatibility Test of S-IVB/V Systems; Design Concepts of Ground DDAS in Saturn 1B/V ESE; Saturn S-IVB Signal Conditioning Networks; Electrical Support Equipment Operations and Maintenance Manual for Ground DDAS; and Human Engineering Manual DSV-4/DSV-4B. In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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492. Space Shuttle and Hubble. Large collection of

press kits and media publications. Included are press kits for shuttle missions STS-1, 2, 3 (3), 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 (2), 31, 32, 41-D, and 61-A. The Hubble publications include a press kit, media reference guide, and the Optical Telescope Assembly and Fine Guidance System guide.

Also included are a press kit and data book for the Ulysses program.

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496. Astronaut Knife. Limited edition Astronaut Knife M-1 manufactured by W. R. Case and Sons. Machete-style knife measures 16.5˝ in length and is numbered 2346 on the stainless steel blade, which features one straight edge and one serrated. Knife also boasts a special polypropylene handle, and is housed in its original 20.5 x 8.5 display case, complete with informational plaque. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

493. History of the Moon. Two copies of

497. Atlas in Flight: Lou Villegas. Original

The Geologic History of the Moon, 11 x 14.5, 302 pages, printed by the United States Government Printing Office in 1987. Books are full of pictures and diagrams of the lunar surface, moon rocks, and reports from the Apollo lunar missions. Each book also has 12 color plates. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

494. Atlas Model Rocket and Friendship 7 Toy. A plastic

model of an Atlas rocket, 19.5˝ long, with no visible manufacturer’s identification; and a Friendship 7 inflatable pool toy manufactured

by Pur-O-Lator in 1962.

In fine condition, with several dings and chips to body of rocket, as well as a missing piece to bottom portion above the nozzles. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

495. Cape Canaveral Signs.

Collection of three early Cape Canaveral metal signs: a 14 x 10 yellow and red sign which reads, “Danger / Spin Test / In Progress / Keep Out”; and two blue Cape Museum signs, both 24 x 6, reading “Vanguard,” and “Bomarc.” In good to very good condition, with moderate wear, some scattered surface loss, and some patches of rusting and pitting. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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painting by Lou Villegas, mixed media on a 20 x 16 board, of an Atlas rocket in high-altitude flight. Signed along the bottom edge in black paint by Villegas. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

498. Atlas, Jupiter, and Thor Rockets in Flight: Lou Villegas. Original paint-

ing by Lou Villegas, mixed media on a 20 x 16 board, of a trio of Atlas, Jupiter, and Thor rockets flying in unison over Florida. Signed along the bottom edge in white paint by Villegas. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

499. WAC Corporal Rocket: Lou Villegas. Original

painting by Lou Villegas, mixed media on a 20 x 16 board, of a WAC Corporal rocket flying high above the east coast of the United States.

Signed in the lower left corner in white paint by Villegas. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

500. Buzz Aldrin

501. Buzz Aldrin

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502. ALT Astronauts

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503. Apollo 13 Mission Control MB $200

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504. Apollo 14: Roosa and Mitchell

505. Apollo 15

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506. Apollo 17: Cernan and Schmitt

507. Apollo Soyuz: Tom Stafford

508. Astronauts and Cosmonauts

509. Alan Bean

510. Paul Calle and Robert McCall

511. Gene Cernan

512. Challenger: Judy Resnik

513. Michael Collins

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514. Female Astronauts MB $200

515. John Glenn

516. Jim Irwin

520. Sally Ride

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517. Ken Mattingly

518. James McDivitt

519. Sally Ride

521. Skylab 3

522. Tom Stafford

523. Tom Stafford

524. Wernher von Braun

526. Guenter Wendt

527. John Young

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art 531. Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi.

530. John J. Audubon. Ornithologist and artist (1785–

1851) whose monumental pictorial studies of the birds and quadrupeds of North America take a place among the most distinguished accomplishments in the history of zoology and natural history illustration. 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)

Eminent French sculptor (1834–1904) best known for designing the Statue of Liberty. ALS in French, signed “F. Bartholdi,” one page, 4.5 x 7, November 24, 1893.

Bartholdi offers support for Senator Gornot to join the ‘Marmite’ society. In part (translated): ”Mr Gornot, senator and former minister of Agriculture, has already come to ‘La Marmite’ as a guest. He asks to be a new member of the association. Would you be kind enough to take his demand into account?” In fine condition.

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Excessively rare invitation for Basquiat’s 1986 exhibition of his greatest work 532. Jean-Michel Basquiat. Important

African-American artist (1960–1988) who first achieved notoriety as part of the informal graffiti group SAMO before becoming internationally renowned for his socially conscious Neo-expressionist and Primitivist paintings. His growing heroin addiction amplified after the 1987 death of his mentor, Andy Warhol, and he tragically succumbed to an overdose the following year at just 28 years old. Extremely rare invitation card for Basquiat’s exhibition entitled ‘Paintings from 1982’ at the Annina Nosei Gallery in New York, held from December 14 to January 8, 1986, 5.5 x 8.5, signed and inscribed inside in pencil, “See othr side, $eeother$side, Fo For Louise, Basquiat.” The front of the card features a black-and-white image of one of his immediately recognizable works of art, identified inside as “Untitled, 1982, collage, paint & oil stick on wood, 48 1/2 x 30 1/4˝.” In fine condition, with mild overall brushing to pencil. In late 1981, Basquiat joined the Annina Nosei gallery in SoHo, where his first solo show was held the following year. The years 1981–1983 are considered Basquiat’s best period and his rarest and most coveted work dates to this time, the era represented by this 1986 exhibition.

An extraordinarily desirable piece from arguably the most collectible artist of the past 30 years, whose material is increasingly sought after worldwide. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) www.RRAuction.com | 141

Impressive oversized portrait of Mount Rushmore’s majestic Jefferson 533. Gutzon Borglum. Vin-

tage matte-finish 13.25 x 10 close-up photo of the partially completed bust of Thomas Jefferson surrounded in ropes and scaffolding, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Greetings to John A. Martin, Sincerely Gutzon Borglum.”

Double-matted and framed with a photo of Borglum, another image of Rushmore nearing completion, and several name plates, to an overall size of 21.5 x 27.5. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges and a small circular impression to lower left corner. Jefferson’s image was originally supposed to appear to the right of Washington, but unsuitable rock forced the artist to revise his masterpiece. A stunning and exceptionally rare photo, capturing the process of memorializing America’s second president. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

534. Marc Chagall. Scarce ALS written and signed in Russian, one

page on a 6 x 4 postcard depicting his colorful work ‘The Harvest,’ dated 1956. Letter to Menachem Foguelsohn in Haifa, Israel. In full (translated): “I have not forgotten. Thanks for the card. I hope to visit with my wife in November, as I have been invited by the mayor of Haifa.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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535. Giorgio de Chirico. Uncommon ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, Jacques Bonjean letterhead, April 10, 1930. Letter to a friend. In full (translated): “Please accept the sincere condolences of my wife and me for the painful loss that you just had.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a couple trivial spots of soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fantastic and exceedingly desirable Tahitian woman sketch by the important Post-Impressionist

536. Paul Gauguin. Important French post-Impressionist painter (1848–1903) recognized for his experimental use of color and synthetist

style. In 1891, he traveled to Tahiti, where the brilliant hues and primitive sculpture closely complemented his own art, which was marked by strong colors, few lines, and flat patterns. Charming circa 1892 unsigned sketch of a seated Tahitian woman on an off-white 6 x 7 sheet, attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 16.75. In fine condition, with a stray ink mark to the extreme left edge. This piece was exhibited in Basel and Berlin in 1928, and again in Basel in 1949-1950. Provenance: Collection of Durrio Paco, Paris (until 1928), after which it was held in a private collection in Switzerland. Accompanied by previous exhibition labels and a letter of provenance from the Wildenstein Institute, February 17, 2011, confirming that the present drawing is recorded in the forthcoming catalogue of Gauguin’s watercolors and drawings.

Gauguin’s 1891 trip to French Polynesia was spurred by a desire to escape European civilization and ‘everything that is artificial and conventional.’ Figures such as the woman depicted in this drawing dominated his artwork during this period, which presented an exoticized view of Polynesia’s inhabitants and was full of quasi-religious symbolism. His newly adopted primitivist style departed drastically from the European impressionism he left behind and came to define his legacy. A wonderful piece emblematic of this important period. RR Auction COA.…(MB $5000)

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“I wish I could show you our wine cellar here— it would warm your heart, & your belly” 537. Alexander Calder. Fantastic archive of correspondence from Calder to his friend and banker Mr. Beverly Iszard, comprised of 19 ALSs, all signed “Sandy” except for one signed “Sandy Calder,” dated 1953 to 1970. The letters amount to a total of 16 pages plus four postcards, all four depicting Calder’s artwork on the front; one postcard features a drawing of a wine glass and mentions gallery owner Klaus Perls. Three additional letters feature sketches of wine glasses as well, and all letters primarily consist of general content regarding finances and directing Iszard to deposit checks, with a few also mentioning Calder’s shows and exhibitions. A letter of November 28, 1953, in part: “I have just spent 3 weeks in Paris following my Circus. I think the results will be good—but haven’t seen them as yet.” A letter of October 7, 1963, in part: “We are all fine. And I will have an exhibition in Paris—Galerie Maeght—about Nov. 15.” One month later, on November 14, 1963, he writes, in part: “I will have a show in Paris in 8 days or so—I wish I could show you our wine cellar here—it would warm your heart, & your belly.” A letter of December 18, 1968, in part: “I am sorry not to have seen your gentle visage this trip, and to have [his sketch of clinking glasses] with you!” This letter is accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which is addressed in Calder’s hand and includes a sketch of a dancing woman. All together, there are ten original mailing envelopes addressed in Calder’s hand, nine of which include his handwritten surname, “Calder,” in the return address area. In overall fine condition.

An intriguing collection that includes a number of sketches and a mention of one of his most famous works, his “Circus” (commonly called the ‘Cirque Calder’). He worked on the whimsical collection of wire models and sculpture comprised of practically any material he desired—the Whitney lists wire, wood, metal, cloth, yarn, paper, cardboard, leather, string, rubber tubing, corks, buttons, rhinestones, pipe cleaners, and bottle caps as his medium. During his time in Paris, Calder gave more than 200 live ‘performances’ with the kinetic sculptural series. An exceptional archive of material with an abundance of immensely desirable sketches. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Magnificent sketch of Don Quixote by the surrealist master 538. Salvador Dali.

Signed book: Dali de Gala.

First edition. France: Denoel, 1962. Hardcover, 8.25 x 9.75, 236 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “Pour David, Dali, 1974,” adding a fabulous original two-page felt tip sketch of Don Quixote on his horse, Rocinante, with several mountains in the distance.

Book is also signed on inside pages by Dali’s wife Gala and by French actress Amanda Lear, each signing on an image of herself created by Dali. Autographic condition: fine. Dali sketches are quite uncommon and highly sought-after, with such detailed examples of this legendary character scarcer still. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

539. Duane Hanson. Well-regarded American artist (1925–1996) best known for his

highly precise, lifelike sculptures of ‘ordinary’ folk doing ordinary things. ALS, one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, May 12, 1975. Letter to Siegfried Salzmann.

In part: “I’m sorry for the delay in writing to you…I’m waiting to hear who will pay for the trips to Europe. Of course, I would like to put the War piece together & make any necessary repairs as promised but must wait until all the pieces have been returned…Thank you for allowing us to borrow the work. After my last show–most of the new pieces were sold to museums such as Utrecht, Köln, Caracas, Australia, Rotterdam & many will go to museums in US so you will only be one of many. My health has been poor this past winter. I had a second attack of cancer & had to take chemo-therapy treatments which were dreadful…Let me know if there are any more damages to the War piece.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Hanson is scarce in letters, particularly those mentioning his works. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Kandinsky requests a special edition of Selection magazine dedicated to his art 540. Wassily Kandinsky. Pioneering Russian artist (1866–1944) who takes a place among the seminal figures in the development of abstract art. Scarce TLS in French, signed “Kandinsky,” one page on a 6 x 4 postcard, July 30, 1933. Letter to Andre de Ridder, requesting copies of the issue of ‘Selection’ devoted to his artwork. In part (translated): “I have not received the books. Would you be so kind to let me know when you send a copy on Holland directly to my address…And finally the ex 20. to Mr. Grohmann? I would be grateful…P.S. Please fix the address of Mr. Prof. Dr. Alois Schardt on the list I gave you, this is no longer Halle, but Berlin, National Gallery, where he is now Director.” A diagonal crease to the lower left, otherwise fine condition. Andre de Ridder was the editor of the Belgian periodical ‘Selection,’ which published a special issue on Kandinsky in July 1933. The “Mr. Grohmann” referenced is Will Grohmann, an important art critic and author of a book on Kandinsky who also contributed to the issue of ‘Selection.’ An exceedingly desirable letter directly concerning his work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Remarkable archive from the important Dada founder 541. Raoul Hausmann. Artist and writer

(1886–1971) who was a key figure in the Berlin Dada movement. His experimental photographic collages, sound poetry and institutional critiques had a profound influence on the European Avant-Garde in the aftermath of World War I. Exceptional archive of correspondence in German to art antiquarian and gallery owner Gunter Fuchs in London, comprised of 20 TLSs, one ALS, a sketch, and a typescript of his essay entitled “Dada Ist Mehr Als Dada [Dada Is More Than Dada],” dated between 1959 and 1970. Letters are signed in a variety of manners, including “Hausmann,” “R. Hausmann,” “Raoul Hausmann,” and two artistically rendered forms of his signature.

The ALS is on the reverse of a woodblock print, signed on both sides; and the sketch is in pencil over an offset print of one of his artworks published in the journal hortulus 53, transforming the abstract brushstrokes into figures of horses. The subjects of Hausmann’s letters include the role he once had played in the Dada movement, advising his correspondent to treat Hannah Hoch’s statements on him with caution, and on mixing up Gunter Fuchs with the German painter and artist Gunter Bruno Fuchs. Many refer to Haussmann’s various publications, and the limited response his work had found in Germany. In overall fine condition. An exceptional archive rife with terrific content, touching upon many aspects of Hausmann’s often under-appreciated influence and legacy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Magnificent sketch of Normandy by the Impressionist forerunner 542. Johan Barthold Jongkind.

Striking graphite sketch of a landscape of Normandy on an off-white 7.5 x 4 sheet, bearing Jongkind’s signature stamp to the lower right. Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 9.5. In fine condition. Jongkind was an important Dutch painter and printmaker best known for his landscapes done in a free manner.

His sensitive recording of atmosphere and light would later influence Claude Monet, who attributed to Jongkind ‘the definitive education’ of his eye. After moving to Paris from the Netherlands, Jongkind often visited Normandy to sketch the region’s coastline and ports. His process generally consisted of quick plein air landscape sketches and watercolors, which he then used as the basis for a final composite oil painting done in his studio—this is presumably one such sketch. A scarce and immensely desirable piece by this important artist. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Klein lashes out after being denied the “means to assert the power of the blue” 543. Yves Klein. TLS in French, one

page, 8.25 x 10.5, Iris Clert letterhead, April 29, 1958. An open letter to the Prefect of the Seine. In full (translated): “An unjust decision, from your authority, banned the blue illumination of the obelisk in the Place de la Concorde.

This gesture is not justified since you have previously given your consent and Technical Services of the EDF had carried out the preliminary tests in my presence last Wednesday. This is for you without doubt an unimportant administrative act. But for me this event was of a very different meaning.

The culmination of a series of efforts and research without rest for five years, seeking to prove the immense possibilities of color and its emotional resonance on human sensitivity. It has a place in the event calendar I am now organizing in the Galerie Iris Clert, Rive Gauche. There was no intention to disturb the public order, but the willingness to affirm before all my deepest spiritual conviction. By depriving me, through an abuse of power without cause, means to assert the power of the blue, you have dispossessed Paris a rare sight that would have contributed to the prestige of our capital. During technical tests, I had the great joy of finally capturing my vision of Blue Obelisk: I am personally satisfied. I regret this prohibition for others, all potential viewers of this unforgettable moment.”

In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, light creases, and trivial chipping to edges.

To accompany the opening of his exhibition Le Vide [The Void], at the Galerie Iris Clert on April 28, 1958—the day before he wrote this letter—Klein had painstakingly organized for the obelisk in the Place de la Concorde to be illuminated in his now-famous color, ‘International Klein Blue.’ While the pedestal was to remain in darkness, the soaring obelisk would appear to hover over the city as if a magical, ancient symbol.

Despite the successful tests and prior approval, the prefect of police withdrew permission at the last moment, infuriating the passionate artist, who considered his project to be a gift to the city, “a rare sight that would have contributed to the prestige of our capital.” The project was eventually realized posthumously in 1983. This is a truly amazing piece concerning one of Klein’s dearest projects and represents an important moment in the history of modern art. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Choice artistic letter by the German Expressionist 544. Kathe Kollwitz. Important German artist (1867–1945)

best known for her images of poverty and the effects of war.

ALS in German, one page, 5.75 x 7, January 26, 1930. Letter to Konrad Lemmer of Rembrandt publishing company on her words about the artist Heinrich Zille for the a monograph by A. Heilborn. In part (translated): “They are not good, since I have no affection to express myself in writing. Eventually as I wrote them you have the permission to print it.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in her own hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I live as a retiree and I demand that I am left alone”

545. Claude Monet. Scarce ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 2.75, no date. A letter written during his later years, apparently refusing

a request to visit. In full (translated): “I live as a retiree and I demand that I am left alone. I count on you and send you my friendship.” In fine condition, with subtle central vertical and horizontal folds and a small area of professionally repaired paper loss to top left edge. Accompanied by a presentation mat for display. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“I have always admired ancient Mexican sculpture tremendously, for it has been a big influence in my work” 546. Henry Moore. Three TLSs from Moore

to German art historian Bernhard Degenhart, each one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, 1953–1954. The first, in part: “I am of course delighted that you like my work enough to buy this small figure. You ask how many casts there are of the Reclining figure (pearl no. 1) 1952 which you have purchased. There is an edition of seven of this figure and one artist’s copy.” The second, in part: “I was away in Brazil, where a group of my sculptures were on exhibition in the Sao Paulo Biennial, and after that I went to Mexico…I have always admired ancient Mexican sculpture tremendously, for it has been a big influence in my work and I have always wanted to see it in its own surroundings.” The third thanks Degenhart for “the little book on Furtwangler.” In overall fine condition. A fine collection of letters with excellent artistic content. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare archive including a letter on Kandinsky’s “pre-abstract works” 547. Gabriele Munter.

German expressionist painter (1877–1962) who was at the forefront of the Munich avant-garde in the early 20th century.

Fine archive of correspondence with the art dealer Alex Vomel of Dusseldorf, spanning 1950 to 1957, comprised of 11 ALSs totaling 23 pages, and one signed printed note thanking him for good wishes on her 80th birthday. Content generally concerns exhibitions of her works.

One letter from June 10, 1951, in part (translated): “Unfortunately, we do not have any woodcuts from ‘Les Nabis,’ but some of Kandinsky, which, however, we do not want to sell. After all, it would be interesting to find out how those pre-abstract works were estimated.” In overall fine condition. Munter began an artistic and romantic relationship with the famed Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky in 1902, eventually forming the important expressionist group known as Der Blaue Reiter together. Superb material from an important figure in the development of modern art. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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548. Pablo Picasso. Colorful unformed souvenir hat, 12.5˝ in diameter, circa 1960, depicting three stylized flamenco dancers with the legend: “Souvenir de la CORRIDA” (“Souvenir of the BULLFIGHT”), printed around the outside edge.

Signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Picasso.”

When curled and stapled, a cone-shaped hat was formed. This type of hat was sold outside the bullring at Nimes, France, by vendors to provide relief from the blaring sun. In very good condition, with staples, holes, and scattered creasing, and some light discoloration surrounding signature, but not affecting the legibility. Wonderful association as the artist was a passionate fan of bullfighting, painting many portraits of the sport throughout his career. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

549. Pablo Picasso. Signed book: Picasso: The Recent Years, 1939–1946. Limited edition, numbered 157/350. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1947. Hardcover, 8.75 x 11, 211 pages. Signed on the colophon in pencil, “Picasso.” Autographic condition, fine, with mild soiling to signed page. Book condition: VG-/None. A wonderful limited edition retrospective of Picasso’s World War II–era work.

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

“‘Rip,’ of course, is one of the best told short stories in existence. A stroke of genius” 550. Arthur Rackham. British artist and illustrator (1867–1939) best known for his Art Nouveau–influenced illustrations. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Arts Club letterhead, May 12, 1923. Letter to Miss Stimson.

In part: “I am very interested at your mentioning The Rose & the Ring as a matter of fact it has once or twice been under consideration for me to tackle. But I always have come to the conclusion that it was intimately associated with Thackeray’s own illustration…‘Sleepy Hollow’ does not appeal to me to anything like the extent that ‘Rip’ does. It has been pleasantly illustrated by George Boughton. ‘Rip,’ of course, is one of the best told short stories in existence. A stroke of genius—to choose the precise period he did for the new setting of the universal folk tale. But I do not think Irving ever had quite such another happy thought.” In fine condition, with partial separations along central horizontal fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Rackham’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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From Renoir’s doll dinner set 551. Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Miniature white porcelain oval platter, measuring 4.5 x 3, personally owned by Renoir as part of a child’s doll dinner service. The platter is beautifully transfer-decorated with lovely pink and green roses in the borders, with gilt accents encircling the rim. This was originally part of the Pierre Auguste Renoir Personal Artifacts and Archives Collection consigned to Hantman’s in 2005 by Renoir’s grandson, Paul Renoir (1924–2005), son of his youngest child Claude (1901–1969). As part of his inheritance, Claude received Renoir’s home, Les Collettes, in Cagnes-sur-Mer in the south of France.

Pierre-Auguste Renoir began working in a porcelain factory at age 13, where his drawing talents led to his being chosen to paint designs on fine china, and his skillful work earned a good income and the nickname Monsieur Rubens. In his book ‘La Vie et l’Oeuvre de Pierre-Auguste Renoir,’ his agent, Ambroise Vollard, describes seeing a miniature service in Renoir’s dining room: ‘I saw on the sideboard shelf of the dining room, a small coffee service and two candlesticks made out of porcelain, decorated by hand, well applied…‘Those are the only pieces I still have from my old career as a porcelain decorator,’ Renoir told me.’ This is also mentioned in ‘Renoir in Time’ by noted French art dealer Paul Durand-Ruel. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Complete set of Rockwell’s moving ‘Four Freedoms’

552. Norman Rockwell. Collection of four original World War II posters each 20 x 28, issued as war bonds posters, in 1943, O. W. I. 13–46, featuring reproductions of his oil paintings originally done for The Saturday Evening Post. Posters are titled “Save Freedom of Speech…Buy War Bonds,” “Save Freedom of Worship…Buy War Bonds,” “Ours to Fight For…Freedom From Want,” and “Ours to Fight For…Freedom From Fear.” In fine condition, with previous intersecting storage folds. The theme was derived from President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 1941 State of the Union address, where the President asserted that humans are entitled to the freedoms of speech and worship and from fear and want. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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553. Norman Rockwell. Classic color 28.5 x

8.75 print entitled ‘Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas,’ signed in black ink, “Sincerely, Norman Rockwell.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 32 x 12. In fine condition. Oversized.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Unusual monologue between Schwitters and his alter-ego

554. Kurt Schwitters. German artist (1887–1948) who worked in several genres including Dadaism and Surrealism. Typed manuscript, signed at the conclusion, “K. Schwitters,” in German, one onionskin page, 8.75 x 6.25, no date. A manuscript of an everyday monologue between himself and his alter ego. In part (translated): “I am always polite. When I wake up in the morning, I am wont to say to myself ‘Good morning’, and I usually reply ‘Good morning, dear colleague.’” In fine condition, with an uneven bottom edge, a few creases and notations, and a central vertical fold. An unusual and highly interesting format from the multi-talented and influential Merzbau artist. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Amazing 87-page notebook filled by the young Lautrec

555. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Toulouse-Lautrec’s hardcover school notebook from circa 1876, when he was about 12 years old, featuring the letters “T L” affixed to the front cover, 6.75 x 8.5, totaling 87 pages written in Latin in Lautrec’s hand, as well as his ownership signature on the first page, “H. de T. Lautrec.” Although he adds “Fables d’Esope” beneath his name, the passages cover a vast array of topics typical of a 19th-century child’s education, including summaries of events in classical history, moral reflections, religious lessons, and philosophical musings. Each piece is about a page long and headed with a brief title. Brief translated excerpts follow:

The notebook begins with a passage entitled “Men’s Firmest Defense Is in Piety,” in part: “O Lord, blessed are they who have put their hope in You! For when desolation invades their spirits, oppressed with the burden of affairs, they flee to You, and then, forgetting their sorrows, they draw strength and peace of mind from their source. You shelter them in a paternal embrace and spread before them the sacred light of faith…O most sweet, nourishing religion and most holy faith, who can live without you.” Lautrec was raised by his devoutly religious and overbearing mother, and began his formal schooling in 1872 at the prestigious Lycee Fontanes in Paris, but withdrew in 1875 due to his poor health. His mother’s presence in his life at this time is certainly discernible in his writings on religion and philosophy in this notebook.

The last page takes a moralistic slant on classical figures in a passage entitled “On Flatterers,” in part: “Flatterers think that they can seek the favor of kings to the extent that they imitate them, but it often happens that they reproduce their vices rather than their virtues, as one or another example will sufficiently demonstrate to be true. It is said that Alexander’s head was bent down toward his shoulder, and his friends were in the habit of also going around with their heads bent down toward their shoulders. When Plato first came to Syracuse, Dionysius the Tyrant immediately devoted himself entirely to geometry, from which it is easily understood that everyone consequently became a geometer, following the king’s example.” Lautrec takes a strong stance against flattery in this passage, a principle he certainly held throughout his life—his paintings were decidedly unflattering and direct.

Interior pages in fine condition, with general wear, staining, and soiling to the covers. This is an incredibly fascinating notebook rife with content from the young Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates to what was arguably the most crucial period of his development, during the time that he broke his legs, permanently succumbing to dwarfism. While recuperating, he incessantly practiced drawing and painting. A truly magnificent and significant notebook. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 154 | October 15, 2014 | ART

One-of-a-kind Tinguely-enhanced letter to an art historian 556. Jean Tinguely.

Swiss painter and sculptor (1925-1991) best known for his sculptural machines or kinetic art in the Dada tradition. ANS in German, signed “Dein Jean,” on two tapedtogether off white cards with an overall size of 12.5 x 8.25, October 5, 1979.

Short note to art historian Siegfried Salmann telling him of his arrival. Tinguely has transformed the note into an original work of art incorporating strokes of paint, several stickers, small doodles and sketches, and a taped-on streamer. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. A desirable, albeit bizarre, graphic from one of the founders of art’s New Realism movement. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

557. Andy Warhol. Color 4 x 5.75 postcard of Warhol’s 1962 work

entitled ‘Big Tom Campbell’s Soup Can,’ signed at the bottom in thick black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of haloing to the signature.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

558. Andy Warhol. Color 4 x 5.75 postcard of Warhol’s 1962 work

entitled ‘Close Cover Before Striking (Pepsi-Cola),’ signed at the bottom in purple felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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560. Richard Avedon

561. Margaret Bourke-White

562. Salvador Dali

563. Edouard Detaille

564. Peter Max

565. Henry Moore

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566. Gerhard Richter MB $200

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567. Norman Rockwell MB $200

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568. Yigal Tumarkin MB $200

comic art 570. Bugs Bunny.

Limited edition handpainted animation cel, numbered 23/500, 16.25 x 13.5, showing Bugs Bunny dressed as a matador, confronting an angry bull in the arena.

Signed in black felt tip

by Chuck Jones and set against a pre-printed color background. Cel bears a Linda Jones Enterprises, Inc. limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

571. Edd Cartier.

American pulp magazine illustrator who specialized in science fiction and fantasy art (1914–2008). Signed book: The Known and the Unknown. Limited edition, numbered 457/2000. Saddle River, NJ: Gerry de la Ree, 1977. Hardcover with dust jacket, 8.75 x 11.25, 128 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink by Edd Cartier and Gerry de la Ree. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

572. Bugs Bunny: Chuck Jones. (Warner Bros., 1979) Original production cel featuring Bugs Bunny from an unidentified cartoon. Threequarter length image of Bugs dressed in a bathrobe measures 3.75 x 7.75, with overall dimensions of 12 x 9.5. Mat dimensions are 18.5 x 16.

Cel bears a Linda Jones Enterprises, Inc. gold stamp. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A special account deposit as plans for Disneyland begin to unfold 573.

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 Account for $1,000.00, stampdated December 1, 1952. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and stamps, with one stamp over first letter of signature. Around this time, Disney had incorporated WED Enterprises to develop ideas for the family park that would eventually become Disneyland. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Charming and boldly signed image of Disney ‘monkeying around’ 574. Walt Disney. Amusing matte-

finish 10 x 8 photo of Disney reading Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to two chimpanzees sitting on his desk, with one chimp in a dress and the other dressed as a sailor, nicely signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Carlos, Walt Disney.”

In fine condition, with a crease to lower right corner. A very bold and large signature measuring almost six inches long.

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

Wonderful 1941 image of Disney the gaucho 575. Walt Disney. Exceptional

matte-finish 9.5 x 7.5 photo of Disney on horseback dressed as an Argentine gaucho, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bill Branch, with my best wishes, Walt Disney.” In fine condition, with some irregular ink adhesion toward the end of the signature, uniformly trimmed edges, and a trivial chip to one corner tip. In 1941, Disney and some of the artists from his studio set out on a tour of South America, as part of the US State Department’s Good Neighbor program, intended to foster goodwill in South America to prevent the spread of Nazism in the Western Hemisphere. Walt and his artists visited several countries, finding artistic inspiration that would result in the films Saludos Amigos and The Three Caballeros. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Elaborate DuckTales multi-character key master

576. DuckTales. (Walt Disney Studios, 1987) Original production key master cel and background setup with matching production drawings featuring Scrooge McDuck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie, and the shadow of Magica Duck and Scrooge’s glass-enclosed Lucky First Dime from DuckTales. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background. Huey, Dewey, and Louie measure 2.25 x 4, Scrooge measures 1.75 x 2.5, the moose head measures 3 x 3.25, Magica’s shadow in the foreground measures 4 x 2.25, with the background dimensions of 10.75 x 10. Top cel bears a 1987 Walt Disney Company stamp. Accompanied by seven production drawings of the character and background done in graphite and colored pencil. In fine condition.

Finding multi-character masters along with their production sketches from any animated production is quite rare. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

579. Walter Lantz. Col-

lection of four Walter Lantz Productions, Inc. business and payroll checks, all from the 1970s and 1980s, each filled out in type and signed by Lantz. In fine condition, with expected stamps and cancellation holes. RR Auction COA.…

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577. Matt Groening. Large original

signed and inscribed felt tip sketch of Bart Simpson on an off-white 10 x 17 sheet, signed and inscribed, “Yo, Robert! Your pal, Matt Groening.” In fine condition.

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

578. Helen Hokinson. Staff

cartoonist of The New Yorker (1893–1949) who contributed 68 covers and more than 1800 cartoons. Matte-finish 7 x 9 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Mr. Ross, my boss and severest critic, Helen E. Hokinson.”

Trimmed edges, a couple small edge creases and dings, and some light silvering to dark background, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

580. Stan Lee. Color 24 x 36 poster of a Wolverine comic book cover, signed in black felt tip. Rolled and in fine condition, with a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to lower right corner. The PSA/DNA certificate is not included. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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585. Charles McKimson.

Four limited edition hand-painted, baseball-related, animation cels, various sizes, each set against a printed color background, and each signed in black felt tip by McKimson. Titles are: ‘Yer Out,’ ‘I Tawt I Tagged a Puddy Tat,’ ‘You Make the Call,’ and ‘World Champs.’ In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

581. Stan Lee. Color 27 x 40 one

sheet movie poster for Iron Man 3, signed in silver ink. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

582. Stan Lee. Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of the Iron Man, prominently signed at the bottom in silver ink.

In fine condition, with a Stan Lee authentication label affixed to the lower right. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

583. Seth McFarlane. Original signed

felt tip sketch of Stewie Griffin on a white 5.5 x 4 card. Suede-matted and framed with a small plaque to an overall size of 12.5 x 14.5. In very fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

586. Peanuts. Original production cel of Charlie Brown and Lucy from a Peanuts animated program. The two-layered cel (one having only Lucy’s mouth painted on it) is placed on a color copy background.

Image measures 3.25 x 4, with overall dimensions of 14 x 11. In fine condition. With a couple of animator’s notations along bottom edge RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

584. Tom McKimson. Limited edition

hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘World Champs,’ 16.5 x 14, numbered AP 6/20, showing the Looney Tunes characters celebrating the back-to-back world championships of the Toronto Blue Jays, signed in black felt tip by McKimson, and set against a pre-printed background. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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587. Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (Walt Disney Studios, 1988)

Original production cel featuring Roger Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit? The cel is placed on a matching copy background featuring Bob Hoskins as Eddie Valiant. Image measures 3.5 x 7 with overall dimensions of 13 x 8.25. Mat dimensions are 18 x 13.25. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

literature “One is not born, but rather becomes, woman” 590. Simone de Beauvoir.

French existentialist, writer, and social essayist (1908–1986).

AQS in French on an off-white 8.25 x 11.5 card bearing an affixed biographical blurb, signed at the bottom, “S de Beauvoir.” Beauvoir pens a brief quote from her important feminist work The Second Sex. In full: “On ne nait pas femme, on le devient—(Deuxieme Sexe),” which famously translates to “One is not born, but rather becomes, woman.” In fine condition, with trivial soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

591. Bjornstjerne Bjornson. Norwegian writer and the recipient of 1903 Nobel Prize in Literature. Scarce 3.25 x 5.25 photo, signed vertically in purple fountain pen and dated “Roma 23/5 1905.” Silvering to top corners and edges and some irregular ink adhesion to location and date, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wonderful compilation of the innovative fiction writer’s poetry 592. Jorge Luis Borges. Signed book: Obra Poetica.

First edition. Buenos Aires: Emece Editores, 1964. Hardcover, 6 x 8, 279 pages. Signed on the first free end page in black ballpoint, “Jorge Luis Borges.” Also bears an ownership signature of English art historian Bevis Hillier, “Bevis Hillier, Buenos Aires, 1974,” and an affixed color photo of Hillier meeting Borges. Autographic condition: very good, with toning to edges of signed page, caption notations below affixed photo, library label, and aforementioned ownership signature. Book condition: VG/None.

This specially illustrated edition was released to celebrate the publisher’s 25th anniversary, and features gorgeous color plates by Hector Basaldua, Norah Borges, Horacio Butler, and Raul Soldi. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Lord Byron lashes out against a “former friend”— “You are not aware that my Mother lies dead in the very Chamber where you slept” 593. Lord Byron. ALS signed “Byron,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, August 7, 1811. Extensive, unpublished letter to his friend James Wedderburn Webster. In part: “I have received your indignant letter. As our subject was a Carriage why object to the presence of a Coachmaker?

Knowing you so well as I have done, my good friend, it is out of your power to offend me; I sincerely wish you well, in the capacity of my present or (as you style yourself) my ‘former friend.’ You make me of too much importance by this hint that you may be my future enemy…Why defend me, my dear W.? Believe me, I am not worth a defence;—why attack me? when I have not provoked the assault?

Your attacks and defenses are so jumbled together that I am hardly able to distinguish which is which…

If you have any thing more to say on Carriages, address it to the Coachmaker, if to me, you know my address. But let your letter be in the language of a Gentleman, because, though I shall never feel myself degraded by the rashness of your expressions, the customs of the very bad world we live in, compel us to adopt foolish measures in consequence of intemperate expostulation.—You are not aware that my Mother lies dead in the very Chamber where you slept when I had the honour of your company at the Abbey. Think of my feelings, & Pause!” In fine condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds and show-through from writing to opposing sides.

Upon his return to London from his Grand Tour of the Mediterranean in mid-July of 1811, 23-year-old Byron had ordered a vis-à-vis carriage to be built by the coachmaker Goodall, which he then exchanged for a carriage belonging to James Webster, a longtime friend from his days at Cambridge. Strongly dissatisfied with the tattered lining of the vis-à-vis, Webster resold it to Byron and unleashed a series of angry and insulting remarks. Written just six days after his mother’s death, Byron sent this passionate reply, rife with the dramatic language for which he is remembered, calling into question the state of their friendship and attempting to reconcile. Unpublished in any collection of Byron’s correspondence, this is a highly desirable and emotional letter from the master Romantic. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 162 | October 15, 2014 | LITERATURE

596. Raymond Chandler. De-

594. Truman Capote. Desirable signed book: In Cold Blood.

Limited first edition, first printing, numbered 473/500. NY: Random House, 1965. Hardcover with slipcase, 6 x 8.5, 343 pages. Signed on the colophon in fountain pen. Also bears a gift inscription to the adjacent page. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/ None, in protective plastic jacket and red paper-covered slipcase.

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

tective novelist (1888–1959) best known for The Big Sleep and The Long Goodbye.

TLS signed “Ray,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 7, 1959. Letter to his agent H. N. Swanson. In part: “Any checks which you receive from the television contract please send for deposit to my account at the Chase Manhattan Bank.” In fine condition, with staple holes to upper left and a subtle stain near the bottom. Chandler passed away just two weeks later on March 26; a TV series based on his most famous character, Philip Marlowe, would debut on ABC in October 1959, lasting 26 episodes.

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

Hoping to bring news of victory to the Pope in an excessively rare 1524 letter 595. Baldassare Castiglione. Prominent author (1478–1529) most famous for The Book of the Courtier, considered the definitive account of Renaissance court life. Extremely rare LS in Italian, signed “Vostro come bon fratello, B. Castiglione,” one page, 8.5 x 11.5, April 30, 1524.

Untranslated letter written on the day of the Battle of Sesia to Capino da Capo, a soldier in the imperial service. Castiglione desires to have a defeat of King Francis I reported to him immediately, so that he can be the first to bring this good news to Pope Clement VII, who, at that time, was allied with Charles V. In very good condition, with an area of paper loss to the top edge, a few small edge tears and ink erosion (slightly affecting a few words of writing but not the signature), and scattered creases and soiling. Accompanied by a full transcript. The Spanish-Imperial forces commanded by Don Carlos de Lannoy inflicted a decisive defeat over the French forces during the Battle of Sesia, a pivotal moment in the Italian War of 1521–26. An especially rare offering with interesting content.

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

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597. Samuel L. Clemens. Bank check, 8.25 x 2.5, filled out and

signed by Clemens, “Saml. L. Clemens,” payable to his coachman and faithful servant Patrick McAleer for $50.00, July 21, 1875. Intersecting folds, a bit of mild toning, and a small cancellation hole to center, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

598. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS

signed “Saml. L. Clemens,” one page, 5 x 8, January 17, 1876. Letter to the cashier of the First National bank. In full: “Please send to Chas. E. Perkins, Esq., 14 State St. a New York draft for Ten Thousand ($10,000) Dollars, payable to the order of Messrs.

Burnham, McKinley & Co., & charge to my ‘Personal Account.’” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a few light brushes to text, not affecting the legibility. Charles E. Perkins (1832–1917) was Clemens’s lawyer.

Burnham, McKinley & Co. was an Illinois banking and mortgage house and loan broker with whom Clemens invested over $25,000.

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

599. Samuel L. Clemens. Hand-addressed mailing envelope

incorporating his signature in the return address area, 6.25 x 3.5, addressed by Clemens in black ink, “For Senator Cullom of Illinois, Senate Chamber, Washington D.C.,” adding his own name and address in the upper left, “S. L. Clemens, 21—5th Ave.” In fine condition, with overall toning. Accompanied by a color photocopy of the original letter, dated May 1, 1908, in which he declines an invitation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Distinguished 1909 portrait of the renowned American author 600. Samuel L. Clemens.

Dignified 4.5 x 6.5 photo of Clemens in a wooden chair, affixed to a 5 x 7 mount, which is in turn affixed to a slightly larger card. Signed and inscribed on the image in black ink, “Truly yours, Mark Twain, For Elizabeth, April 1909.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface impressions, signature and inscription a shade or two light, and mild-to-moderate fading to image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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“Please send me a papercovered copy of ‘Innocents Abroad’ & Roughing It” 601. Samuel L. Clemens.

ALS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, June 3, [1878]. Letter to English publisher Andrew Chatto.

In full: “Won’t you please send me a paper-covered copy of ‘Innocents Abroad’ & ‘Roughing It.’” In very good condition, w ith scattered creases, various small edge chips and tears, and an ink mark through the center. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

603. Colette. ALS in French, one page, 7.5 x 8, no date. Letter to a gentleman. In full (translated): “Before leaving Paris, I ascertained that ‘The Vagabond’ is free. If necessary, while I am away, get in touch with my daughter, Mrs. Collette de Jouvenel.” Beautifully doublecloth-matted and framed with an image and transcriptive plaque to an overall size of 26 x 22. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

604. James Fenimore Cooper. AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 3.5

602. Jean Cocteau. Desirable ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, August 19, 1960. Brief letter authorizing a publication. In part (translated): “With my friendship and my permission to resume the text.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

sheet. Cooper pens a quote from chapter 16 of his work The Headsman, in full: “Silenus rolled from his ass, to the great delight of a thousand shouting boys, and to the infinite scandal of the prisoners; the latter affirming to a man, that there was no acting in the case, but that the demi-god was shamefully under the influence of too many potations swallowed in his honor.” Signed and inscribed at the bottom, “J. Fenimore Cooper for Miss…Grant, Paris, March 21st 1833.” In fine condition, with a horizontal fold to lower portion and slight paper loss to reverse corners from mounting remnants. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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605. James Fenimore Cooper. ALS signed

“J. Fenimore Cooper,” one page, 4 x 5, no date. Letter to a gentleman.

In part: “I regret it will not be in my power to join your little party tomorrow evening. The vessel in which I am to go to Lyhorn, will sail early on Saturday and unless I keep watch over certain subjects during Friday evening my object in coming here may be entirely defeated…We are both moving about the world so much, that it is probable we shall meet again.” Affixed to a heavier scrapbook page. In very good condition, with scattered stains and closely trimmed edges. Cooper’s writing proved controversial for his stridently expressed political views, and made many enemies while living in Europe due to his defense of his native United States. Letters by Cooper are rather uncommon. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Surrealist sketch by the troubled French writer 606. Rene Crevel. Important early French surrealist author (1900–1935) who committed suicide at age 35. Wonderful ballpoint sketch on a 8.25 x 10.5 sheet showing a crouching figure playing dominoes, unsigned but with “Me voila” written below the drawing. The sheet also bears a Artine Artinian Collection provenance stamp to the lower right. In fine condition, with rusty staple holes to upper left. An exceedingly scarce, magnificent sketch. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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607. Charles Dickens. Hand-addressed and signed envelope featuring Dickens’s personal monogram on the flap, 4.75 x 2.75, addressed by Dickens to “Andrew D. White Esquire,” and signed below, “Charles Dickens.” Light scattered soiling and a mild brush to the end of the signature, otherwise fine condition. The recipient was most probably Andrew Dickson White (1832–1918), who co-founded Cornell University and served as its first president. A 1913 piece published in the Cornell Daily Sun quoted from an address White gave entitled ‘Authors I Have Met,’ wherein he remarked on meeting Dickens during the Civil War. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Enormously desirable letter from Flaubert to Turgenev—a fantastic literary association 608. Gustave Flaubert.

Celebrated French novelist (1821–1880) best known for his classics Madame Bovary, Salammbô, and A Sentimental Education. Rare ALS in French, signed “Gv Flaubert,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, March 1875.

Letter to Ivan Turgenev. In full (translated): “I think tomorrow I’ll be at Courmanche. Come and take me at 9 a.m. to go to Hugo’s father. Answer me so that I know if I have to wait. I do not! It’s not worth it, I expect you until 9 1⁄2.” Affixed to the free end page of a gorgeously leatherbound limited edition of Flaubert’s La Légende de Saint-Julien l’Hospitalier, numbered 130/200, published by Ecole Estienne, 1937. In fine condition, with foxing to pages of the book.

Flaubert was Turgenev’s closest literary friend, and they shared similar social and aesthetic ideas. During this period both writers were living in Paris, and Flaubert hosted a group of writers every Sunday afternoon at his apartment—in addition to Turgenev, the likes of Emile Zola, Guillaume de Goncourt, Guy de Maupassant, Alphonse Daudet, and Henry James frequented these informal gatherings. The correspondence between Flaubert and Turgenev is very well-known, and this letter was published in Volume IV of Flaubert’s collected letters. An excessively rare piece of the highest literary interest. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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611. Robert Frost. ALS, one page, 6 x 8, August 25, 1938. Letter

609. Alexandre Dumas, pere. Uncommon 2.25 x 4 carte-devisite photo of Dumas in a three-piece suit by Pierre Petit of Paris, signed below the image in black ink. In fine condition, with some light irregular adhesion to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

to John Montgomery of Laramie, Wyoming. In full: “I can’t refrain from answering a letter that will be one of my chief reasons for looking forward to Laramie. You can’t know how such words of welcome warm my heart. We must have some good talk together when I get there.”

Attractively matted and framed with the original mailing envelope, filled out in Frost’s own hand, and a portrait of the poet to an overall size of 21.5 x 18.5. Scattered staining and small edge separations at the horizontal mailing fold, otherwise fine condition. Handwritten Frost letters are rather uncommon and this dates to a particularly prolific time in his career, as he won Pulitzer Prizes for his poetry in both 1937 and 1943. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

612. Christian Furchtegott Gellert. German poet (1715–1769) 610. T. S. Eliot. Signed book: Triumphal March. Limited edition

of 300 copies (this being No. 122). London: Faber and Faber, Ltd., 1931. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.75. Signed on the colophon in black ink.

Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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who was one of the forerunners of the golden age of German literature. Scarce AQS in Latin on an off-white 7 x 4.25 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “C. F. Gellert,” Leipzig, August 12, 1766. Gellert pens a famous proverb, “Conscientia mille testes,” which translates as “Conscience is as good as a thousand witnesses.” A vertical fold, some scattered soiling, and show-through from writing to reverse in another hand, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lengthy 40-page manuscript for Grey’s 1911 Ken Ward novel, The Young Pitcher 613. Zane Grey. Exceptional autograph manuscript in pencil titled at the top, “Ken Ward, the Young Pitcher,” unsigned, 40 pages, 8 x 12.5, no date but circa 1911. Grey’s handwritten and corrected draft manuscript for his novel The Young Pitcher, the first of his Ken Ward books. In part: “Ken Ward had not been at the big university many days before he realized the miserable lot of a freshman. At first he was sorely puzzled. College was so different from what he had expected. At the high school of his home town, which, being the capital of the state, was no village, he had been somebody. Then his summer in Arizona, with its wild adventures, had given him a self-appreciation which made his present situation humiliating…

Ken’s spirit, low as it was, sank still lower. What miserable luck he had! His one great ambition, next to getting his diploma, had been to make the varsity baseball team.” The manuscript ultimately encompasses the first four chapters of the book, with the last couple pages of chapter four absent. In fine condition, with expected general wear. Grey had been an excellent baseball player as a young man and based the Ken Ward character on himself. He attended the University of Pennsylvania with professional aspirations, and was especially well known as a pitcher with a devastating curveball; but when the pitcher’s mound was moved back in 1894, Grey was never able to adjust to the new difference. A fascinating and important early manuscript with wonderful personal associations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

614. Gerhart Hauptmann.

Uncommon matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of the Nobel Prize– winning dramatist in a half-length pose, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Gerhart Hauptmann, 1942.” Light soiling and a small area of surface loss to the bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

616. Hermann Hesse. Superb 4 x 5.75 postcard photo of a bronze bust sculpture of Hesse, signed in fountain pen, “H. Hesse.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Hesse’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

615. Ernest Hemingway. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Hemingway, payable to Portador for $170.00, May 29, 1950. Reverse is endorsed by Hemingway’s friend and fishing companion Roberto Herrera. In fine condition, with two light vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, stamp to lower left, and cancellation holes lightly affecting first name of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I ask you to take care of those poor people” 617. Victor Hugo. ALS in French, signed “Victor,” one page, 4 x 5, no date but circa 1850.

Brief letter on helping refugees following the French Revolution of 1848. In full (translated): “One name again my dear Victor joining those from 2 days ago. I ask you to take care of those poor people.” In fine condition. It was during this time that Hugo was working on Les Miserables, first published in 1862. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The author dismisses a story of his own— “I daresay it is one of the worst I was ever guilty of”

618. Henry James. ALS, seven pages, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, November 13, 1894. Letter to poet Frederic William Henry Myers. In

part: “Of Georgina’s Reasons I mainly remember that I thought them pretty bad at the time—I mean thought the tale a feeble one, and that impression has remained with me. I daresay it is one of the worst I was ever guilty of. I have been looking for it this a.m.—to appreciate your remarks better, but I find that I seem to be without the volume that contains it. The thing is dim to me; what they did, and what they should have done; there only sticks to me rather definitely the memory of the limited anecdote (told me by a friend, a lady, as something told to her—and having happened in some American western town,) in which I originally saw the adumbration of a story. In general, moreover, I think that after one has done, tant bien que mal, a thing of that sort, one becomes intensely irresponsible about it—getting away from it as from a kind of relinquished execution or terminated connection...So moreover it is that when the ingenuous ask which of one’s ‘things’ one likes best, I am filled [with] a secret horror at being suffered to ‘like’ any of them. I loathe them all! What I ‘like’ is the art—more than I can say; and the works have only a temporary tolerance—reflected from that. Nonetheless I am inconsequent enough to like immensely those who also tolerate.” James, cramped for space, signed vertically on the third page; all writing on one page has also been purposefully obliterated and struck through in ink. Light toning and various stray ink blots, otherwise fine condition. Georgina’s Reasons had originally been published by Henry James in three installments in the New York Sun in 1884. It was reprinted in The Author of Beltraffio and again in Stories Revisited, II, 1885.

In the story Georgina, a New York girl, commits bigamy and disposes of the child of her first marriage to an Italian family. The reasons for her strange conduct are never given. A fascinating and rare account of an author discussing his process and offering criticism of his own work.

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First edition of the pioneering 1755 Johnson’s Dictionary

619. Samuel Johnson. Immensely significant first edition of Johnson’s remarkable A Dictionary of the English Language: in which the words are deduced from their originals, and illustrated in their different significations by examples from the best writers. Printed by W. Strahan for J. and P. Knapton, London, 1755. Leatherbound hardcover, 11 x 17. Title pages in red and black ink, lexicon in double columns. Both volumes have been rebound in brown speckled leather, with stunning stamped gilt embellishments and titles, five raised bands to each spine, and marbled endpapers. Both volumes have soiling and discoloration to textblock edges; waterstains affecting portions of the edges and margins; scattered foxing; and small scattered tears to edges of individual pages. First dozen or so pages of volume one (including the title page) suffered significant damage and paper loss, and have been restored and remargined, as has the last page of the volume. Volume two also has several repaired and remargined pages (including the first and last several).

Universally recognized as one of the most influential books in the history of the English language, Johnson spent nine years compiling a comprehensive dictionary of words, with the important innovations of illustrating meanings through literary quotation and adding notes on usage.

The dictionary contained 42,773 words and well over 100,000 quotations, with some favored authors being Shakespeare, Milton, Dryden, and Swift. This edition was inordinately expensive to produce and limited to just 2,000 copies. Johnson’s dictionary codified the English lexicon and the genius of his work remains impressive today. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Exceedingly rare note from the trip that inspired ‘The Aeroplanes at Brescia’ 620. Franz Kafka.

Rare ANS in pencil in German, signed “Dr. F. Kafka,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting Lago di Garda in Punta San Vigilio, postmarked September 14, 1909. Letter to Josefine Misek, in full (translated): “Just a last greeting before my personal obeisance.” In fine condition, with postal cancellation passing through the text but not affecting readability.

Since their initial meeting in 1902 at Charles University, where both were students, Franz Kafka and Max Brod met almost daily, building their now famous literary friendship. Taking frequent trips together, the budding authors traveled to Italy in the fall of 1909, whence Kafka sent this postcard to Josefine Misek, his colleague at Workers’ Accident Insurance Institute. While in Brescia, they saw a spectacular airshow attended by the legendary Louis Bleriot; the next day, Kafka began work on his essay ‘The Aeroplanes at Brescia,’ a portion of which was published in the newspaper Bohemia later that month—one of his first published pieces. An extraordinarily rare piece with excellent biographic and literary associations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Phenomenal letter warning of the religious criticism in “mi libro” 621. Federico Garcia Lorca. Highly esteemed Spanish poet,

playwright, and artist (1898–1936) executed by Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War. ALS in Spanish, signed “Federico G. Lorca,” one page, 8 x 8, the 22nd, month and year unspecified but circa 1918.

Untranslated letter to Maria del Reposo Urquia, a young woman he had met around 1917. Lorca apologizes for not having written sooner and mentions that he would like to hear her play piano. He also asks if she received a book that he sent and what she thought of it, cautioning that one part contains some criticism of religion that may bother her.

Includes the original mailing envelope, addressed in Lorca’s hand. Both are mounted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 17. In fine condition, with a vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and a few water spots or ink blotches to both the letter and envelope.

Lorca dedicated a chapter to Maria del Reposo Urquia in his first work, Impresiones y paisajes, published in 1918. Inner religious conflict was a primary theme in much of his early work, culminating in his religious crisis of 1927. Exceptional content from early in the writer’s short but brilliant career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Scarce large format portrait of the Nobel laureate 622. Thomas Mann. Highly influential, Nobel Prize–winning German

novelist and social critic (1875–1955). Scarce matte-finish 7.5 x 9.25 head-and-shoulders portrait of Mann in a suit and tie, signed in fountain pen. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 17.75. In very good condition, with slightly irregular adhesion to signature (still fully legible) and scattered soiling. A particularly handsome image of the famed author, who is uncommon in formal portraits of this size. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Early and thoughtprovoking original Miller abstract painting 623. Henry Miller. Original painting by Miller, watercolor on paper, 10.5 x 11.5, featuring vaguely female-looking serpentine figures surrounding a square of abstract figures, one resembling a house, with images of the sun and the moon around the outside. Signed near the bottom in black ink, “Henry Miller 4/46,” indicating this is the fourth watercolor made during the year of 1946. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.75 x 22.5.

In fine condition. Over his lifetime, he painted over 2000 watercolors but sold few, preferring to give them to friends or sometimes trade them for food and supplies. An uncommon and particularly early offering, as most Miller artwork available to collectors dates from the 1960s or 70s. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) www.RRAuction.com | 173

624. Margaret Mitchell. TLS signed “Margaret Mitchell Marsh,”

two pages, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, May 25, 1945. Letter to Mrs. T. J. Busey. In part: “As to my own family, I can’t tell you much, for, as you know, my branch (my mother’s side) lived here in Atlanta since the Sixties. My father, who died last summer, was the family historian and he had a great deal of material about his side (the Mitchells and Sweets) which he intended to put into a book some day. As to whether he had anything about my mother’s side of the family I do not know, but doubt that he had much. All his notes and genealogies are put away at my brother’s house…

If something about our people is to be included in a History of Fayetteville, of course we’d want it accurate...When they have their material ready, what about writing me again? In the meantime, I’ll see if my brother won’t go through the record.” In fine condition.

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

‘The Nightingale of India‘ adds a line from ‘The Soul’s Prayer’ to a volume of her poetry 625. Sarojini Naidu. Indian activist and poet

(1879–1949) who was the first woman to become the governor of an Indian state, and the second woman to become the president of the Indian National Congress in 1925. Signed book, The Sceptred Flute: Songs of India. Later printing.

NY: Dodd, Mead and Company, 1928. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 231 pages. Signed in black ink under her image on the frontispiece, and additionally signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “Sophie Hart from her friend, Sarojini Naidu, Tower Court, Wellesley, 25th Feby 1929, ‘Life is a prism of my light and Death the Shadow of my face.’”

Autographic condition: frontispiece rates fine, with some scattered light edge wear and toning; half-title page rates very good to fine, with old tape along hinge and edges, rusty paperclip mark along top edge, and some scattered toning and edge chips. Book condition: G+/None. A rare autograph from the pioneering writer and politician who campaigned for Indian independence, enhanced by a powerful quote from one of her poems. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

626. Eugene O’Neill. Hand-addressed envelope, 6.5 x 3.5, addressed by

O’Neill to actress, “Miss Jeanie Begg, 158 West 106th Street, New York City, c/o Emma Billeb,” and signed in the return address area, “E. G. O’Neill, Provincetown, Mass.” Envelope is postmarked June 30, 1923. A vertical crease, small tear to top edge next to O’Neill’s signature, and light creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Ezra was translating Greek once a week” 627. Ezra Pound and William Carlos Williams. Two

ALSs in pencil written to Philip Rice, co-editor of The Kenyon Review.

The first is a bizarre letter by Ezra Pound sent while confined in St. Elizabeths Hospital, signed “Ez P,” one page, personal letterhead, no date but circa 1949. In full: “Yr sentimusings, sir, as forwarded by the venble B Willyums do you credit. But, after more than 4 years, cage-birdee no sing. 30 years time lag in murkn kulcher ed/ will advantage be impersonally remedied—esp by a few facts.” At the top, Pound notes his location, “S. Elizabeths Hospt, DC.” The second is by William Carlos Williams, signed “W. C. Williams,” one page both sides, September 22, 1949. In part: “My typewriter’s being cleaned & greased for the winter campaign…When I was in Washington in June I was told Ezra was translating Greek once a week (on Wednesday afternoons) with some coworker whose name I have forgotten—some faculty member of one of the colleges near Washington— perhaps Georgetown. It was said (perhaps by this man himself) that they were about to complete the Electra. That’s all I know. Why not write Ezra direct at St. Elizabeth Hospi. or Charles Olson if you can find his address, for he was there at the time & seemed greatly interested.”

Uniform toning and trivial edge tears to the Williams letter, otherwise overall fine condition.

As World War II concluded in Italy in 1945, Pound was arrested by American forces on charges of treason for his hundreds of radio broadcasts in support of the Axis powers. He returned to the US, where he was held in the prison ward of St. Elizabeths Hospital, spending two years under psychiatric observation—his lawyer saved him from life imprisonment by reason of insanity, and in 1947 the hospital moved Pound to a less restrictive area where he was allowed visitors. The man referenced in Williams’s letter was Rudd Fleming, a young professor at the University of Maryland, who frequently met with Pound to discuss Greek drama. They eventually commenced on a translation of Sophocles’ Electra, which went unproduced and unpublished until 1987. At the same time, Williams was working on his modern epic, Paterson, while successfully lobbying to award Pound the Bollingen Prize, a newly established national poetry award by the Library of Congress. An exceptional pairing of letters concerning Pound’s work during his time of so-called insanity, connecting two of the greatest modernist poets. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

628. Ayn Rand. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, The Objectivist Newsletter letterhead, May 2, 1964. In part: “I am pleased that you liked my books and that you found my philosophy helpful. I hope that you will continue to develop your knowledge and your interest in ideas. My fifth book is For The New Intellectual which consists of excerpts from my four novels plus an introductory essay.” The address at the top has been crossed out and a stamp of the new address has been applied to the top right corner. In fine condition.

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

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Extraordinary handwritten poem from his suppressed 1921 poetic cycle 629. Rainer Maria Rilke.

Influential poet (1875–1926) who takes a place among the most highly regarded figures in early modern literature.

Magnificent handwritten poem in German, one page inside a 5 x 7 card, signed at the conclusion, “Rainer Maria Rilke, Schlossberg the Irschel, Ende 1920.” Rilke pens a poem for Anneliese on her 11th birthday.

A full German transcription of the poem is available at RRAuction.com.In very good condition, with scattered creases and dampstaining.

This comes from a relatively unknown poetic cycle by Rilke which went unpublished until finally being released under the title Aus dem Nachlaß des Grafen C. W. [Posthumous Poems by Count C. W.] in 1950. Rilke wrote these poems in November 1920 and March 1921, while staying at Castle Berg in the northwestern part of Switzerland. He claimed that they were not his own original work, but that the verse had been dictated to him by a gentleman dressed in 18th century clothing who haunted the castle. Some scholars believe that this provided him with a pretext for writing simplistic poetry not on par with his usual standards. As such, he unflinchingly denied authorship of them and refused to include them in any of his published works. This poem, in particular, is more or less about the innocence of youth, a common theme throughout the cycle that has led some to believe that it is a cycle of love poems, inspired

by Rilke’s affair with Baladine Klossowska. An immensely fascinating piece from an important and lesser-known period of Rilke’s life. Rilke is exceptionally desirable in any sort of autographic material, and a complete handwritten poem such as this is a truly extraordinary find. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Rare and precise mechanical drawing from the Little Prince author 630. Antoine de Saint-Exupery. French poet and writer (1900–1944) and pioneering aviator known for the classic book The Little Prince.

While flying for the Free French Air Force in North Africa during World War II, he disappeared over the Mediterranean. Original unsigned ink sketch on an off-white 8.25 x 10.5 sheet, showing a detailed mechanical cog or gear system, with the image repeated ten more times in a much more simplified manner, each labeled by Saint-Exupery. Along the left edge, he has doodled a seemingly unrelated character with wide eyes and a large nose. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, paper loss to edges, most notable to upper left corner, a few small edge tears, and some scattered toning. Any artwork from Saint-Exupery is quite scarce, particularly such an intriguing, intricate example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Shaw declines to write an article on “the Communist Experiment in Russia” 631. George Bernard Shaw. ALS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 7 x 9, August 8, 1923. Letter to J. H. Hooper of New York.

In part: “The article on the Communist Experiment in Russia which you suggest is quite beyond me. I do not know what has happened in Russia, and cannot find out. Even if I were to visit Russia, as I have been invited to do, I should come back not much wiser than I came as to the economic moral of the experiment. Besides the experiment is not yet consummated…The book you contemplate is journalism. It is none the worse for that; but journalism does not pay me in any sense nowadays except when an immediate influence on public opinion on some pressing question of the day is the main consideration.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, a few creases, and light toning. This letter does not appear in Shaw’s Collected Letters, and is seemingly unpublished. Interestingly, Shaw would become involved in the communist politics of Russia after visiting the USSR in 1931, where he met Josef Stalin.

Shaw became a vocal supporter and incorporated a defense of the Stalinist USSR in his 1933 play On the Rocks. An intriguing letter as Shaw frequently engaged with social issues in his work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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One of the pioneers of modern theater 632. August Strindberg. Important Swedish novelist and playwright (1849–1912) who takes a place among the most influential figures in the development of modern theater. ALS in Swedish, one page, 4.5 x 7, March 22, 1902. Letter to his translator, Emil Schering. In part (translated): “Do you know the man? Is the transl. of the ms. done?” Letter is marginally hinged to an 8.5 x 11 light gray sheet. In fine condition, with pencil notations along top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Superlative portrait of the renowned poet 633. Rabindranath Tagore.

Bengali poet, playwright, philosopher, and author (1861–1941) who became the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize (Literature) in 1913. Exquisite matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Tagore in a three-quarter-length pose, signed at the bottom in Bengali in fountain pen and dated July 1920.

In fine condition.

The bold signature and excellent pose combine to make this an absolutely wonderful example of the uncommon Tagore signed photo. RR Auction COA.…

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634. Jules Verne. Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 4 x 3, February 1890. Nicely triple-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Verne to an overall size of 13.25 x 19.5. In fine condition.

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“I love to recognize my affinity to Nature in all things” 635. Henry David Thoreau.

Important and extremely early handwritten manuscript draft for Thoreau’s first book, A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers, unsigned, one page both sides, 8 x 10, no date but circa 1847. This remarkable leaf, apparently from his second draft of the book, contains Thoreau’s thoughts on man’s kindredness to nature, and how the materiality of man’s life is prefigured (ready-athand) in nature. The manuscript contains both published and unpublished text, with only 25% or so of this content actually making it into the printed book. The remaining 75% evidences Thoreau’s editorial reworking of the material, but was ultimately passed over for inclusion.

The manuscript begins with a passage that was included for publication, appearing on page 333 of the first edition of A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers. A transcription of this portion is available at RRAuction.com. The remaining text present in this manuscript was removed prior to publication, and continues the themes set forth with a deeper Transcendentalist vision of man’s oneness with nature. In part (transcribed as per Thoreau’s penciled emendations): “There is a humanity in nature which is not identical with man’s which yet serves him and serenely smiles on him, but would much more serve & bless the natural man with its sympathy. Material things are to some extent man’s kindred, and subject to the same laws with him. He and they follow one fate...So much is finite or measured by him & belongs wholly to the same sphere or natural dynasty with himself. He witnesses its birth and its decay. But what man’s life does not thus embrace, he sees from one side, stationary and eternal, and it thrills him to behold. I love to recognize my affinity to Nature in all things.” A redacted portion of this paragraph, struck through in pencil, reads: “Space is but so many of his hairsbreadth wide; the white crescent on his nail is the unit of measure even for starry distances; his middle finger measures how many digits into space; he extends a few times his thumb and finger, and the continent is spanned; he stretches out his arms, and the sea is fathomed. These things.” In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, uniform light toning, and creasing to top edges.

A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers is considered Thoreau’s ‘most transcendentalist’ work. Though the text ostensibly is the record of a week-long boat trip taken in 1839 along the named rivers, the historical and naturalist record of the trip is liberally blended with associative flights of transcendentalist thought. This manuscript provides evidence that some of these musings went unpublished, affirming the book’s transcendental quality. No complete manuscript of this important title is known to have survived, making Thoreau’s preliminary material of considerable scholarly importance. Formally begun in 1845 at Walden Pond, it is known that Thoreau wrote a second draft in 1847 which was substantively edited at least twice before finally being accepted by Boston publisher James Munroe for printing. Autograph material from A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers rarely enters the collecting community, making the present manuscript leaf a literary find of the utmost desirability, with its text—especially the unpublished portion—reflecting many of Thoreau’s core Transcendentalist beliefs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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In a letter full of Lord of the Rings references, Tolkien toils with Middle Earth maps and Elvish grammar 636. J. R. R. Tolkien. ALS, five pages on three sheets, 7.5 x 9.5,

no date. Letter to admirer H. Cotton Minchin regarding publication of The Lord of the Rings and his continuing work, in part: “Maps take a lot of time and work. It would of course be impossible to make a map of an ‘invented’ tale or rather to write a mappable tale, unless one started with a Map from the beginning. That I did though inevitably some inconsistencies, needing the adjustment of map or text, crept in in the course of a long work, constantly interrupted….there is always a rush at the end where the thesis must at last be put into presentable form. So it was with this book. I had to call in the help of my son Christopher (the C.T. or CJRT of the modest initials on the maps), a better calligraphist than myself, and a sound student of ‘hobbit-lore’…

I had to devote days, the last three almost without sleep in drawing re-scaling and readjusting a huge map. At this Christopher then worked for about 20 hours non-stop…and produced the published map, just in time…

To me far the most absorbing interest is the Elvish tongues… So my plans for the ‘specialist volume’ were largely linguistic.…But it eventually became plain that the size and cost would sink the boat; so it had to be postponed. And some other things. Among them the facsimiles of three pages of the Book of Mazarbul, which I had spent some time in forging, burned, tattered, and stained with blood, really necessary as an accompaniment to Ch. 5 of Book Two. But the problems raised by this extra volume increase…. It will be a large volume, even if I attend only to the things revealed to my very limited understanding of a complicated world! But personally, I desire and intend first of all to put into order the Silmarilion, with associated legends of the Beginning and the First and Second Ages. All of these were written first; and it was my wish to issue the corpus chronologically (It would have lightened parts of the Lord of the Rings). But it was only as a sequel to The Hobbit that publication proved possible.

The ‘Little People’ floated the whole unwieldy ship, bless them. As it is, The Lord of the Rings has astonished me, and I believe the gallant publishers still more. It’s actually selling more than well, in spite of 3 guineas and the borrowing habit….The fact that I have worked at the book unremunerated for 18 years and sacrificed in that time other involvements does not touch its heart at all….Works that have taken

a long time to make are simply victimized….

I am glad you approve the appearance of the Three Vols. They cost about £4,000 to produce and put on sale. That has to be covered before I get any cash reward.

I get no ‘royalty’ but an eventual share of profits. The poor ‘Hobbit’ is a non-casualty, alive but damaged.

Tolkien also adds two handwritten postscripts, both signed “J.R.R.T.” The first reads: “I fear you may now feel that you have gotten an answer longer than you could wish. Though you may have guessed that an author so long-winded would either say nothing or a lot.” The second is a comment on the postmark and stamp. Several areas of dampstaining to second page, which remains still mostly legible, a horizontal fold passing through signature, and a paperclip impression to top.

Written during the initial success of the first publications of The Lord of the Rings (but prior to their recouping the production cost of £4,000, which “has to be covered before I get any cash reward,” according to the author), this extraordinary letter holds a wealth of insight into the world of the Rings. In discussing the financial constraints of the project, and the “volume of material for ‘specialists’” that he had planned to create—“a large volume, even if I attend only to the things revealed to my very limited understanding of a complicated world!”—he delves in to such topics as the nuances of the Elvish language, the need for a more thorough explanation of the origins of Middle-Earth’s residents and place-names, and the ceaseless requests from his new audience, eager for more information on his world: musicians requesting tunes, archaeologist enquiring about metallurgy and architecture, botanists seeking information about the plant-life, historians interesting in the politics of Gondor, etc. An absolutely astonishing letter from the creator of the most famous fantasy world in all of literature, revealing the all-consuming effect that it had—and continues to have—on fans around the world. Written in his stunning calligraphic hand, this lengthy letter is one of the finest known to exist, both in content and appearance, indulging in the details of the Rings that captured the imaginations of millions. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500)

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“Mary Power, Cap Garland and Ida Brown died years ago and I have lost track of the others in my stories” 637. Laura Ingalls Wilder. Author (1867–1957) famous for writing Little House on the Prairie. Uncommon ALS, one page, 5 x 8, June 28, 1949. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I am glad you like my stories so much. I am the only one of my family living. Mary Power, Cap Garland and Ida Brown died years ago and I have lost track of the others in my stories.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some light wrinkling and creasing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

639. William Wordsworth.

638. Laura Ingalls Wilder. Uncommon ALS, one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting the Harwood Hotel, April 2, 1940. Letter to Patricia Newman. In part: “The copy of Child Life has just arrived.

Thank you. Your editorial about your hobby is fine.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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LS signed “Wm Wordsworth,” one page, 4.5 x 7.5, September 9, 1840. Letter to a gentleman.

In part: “In reply to yr application for payment of a small debt to the estate of Henry Harrison…the money was sent to a friend in London to discharge it on the 26 of Feby last—& I am at a loss to account, under these circumstances, for its remaining on the Bankrupt’s books. I will however lose no time in making inquiry of the fr[ien]d to whom the money was paid over, who will no doubt attend to the matter.” In fine condition, with light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

640. Wilkie Collins

641. Alexandre Dumas, fils

642. Robert Frost

643. Nadine Gordimer

644. Zane Grey

645. Zane Grey

646. Paul Heyse

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647. Stephen King

648. Rudyard Kipling

649. Arthur Miller

650. Eugene O’Neill

652. Dr. Seuss

653. H. G. Wells

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651. Kenzaburo Oe

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654. Tennessee Williams MB $200

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classic music 656. Ferruccio Busoni and Artur Schnabel.

Pencil signature, “Ferruccio Busoni, 28 Nov. 1909,” and an ink signature, “Artur Schnabel, Charlottenberg, 19 May 1906,” on individual off-white 4.5 x 3.5 cards. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exquisite portrait of the great Italian tenor 658. Enrico Caruso. Classic matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Caruso in a three-quarter-length pose, signed vertically in supremely bold black ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

659. Edward Elgar. Leading English composer (1857–1934)

657. Enrico Caruso. Superb matte-finish 6.25 x 8.5 photo, very

boldly signed and inscribed in black ink, “Alla gentile amica Clara Borger, Sinceramente, Enrico Caruso, 1913.” In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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and a significant figure among late Romantic European musicians.

ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, printed personal transmittal slip letterhead, no date. Response to an invitation. In part: “The invitat’n has come here. I am so sorry to be away. The village has sold out of envelopes and paper so forgive. I write in a rainy barn surrounded by dogs & agricultural implements.” In fine condition, with light toning and show-through from writing to opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinarily scarce document assigning publication rights for his final piece, The Seasons

660. Franz Joseph Haydn. Excessively rare and extremely desirable manuscript DS in German, one page both sides, 8 x 9.75, July 21, 1801. Untranslated contract in which Haydn cedes publication rights to his oratorio ‘The Seasons’ to Breitkopf & Haertel. Haydn agrees not to sell the work to third parties or make it available to any third parties before publication. He also agrees to copyedit the proofs in due time and to publicly announce having transferred the said publishing rights. Breitkopf & Haertel agree to pay a total royalty of 4500 Viennese florins, 2000 of which are to be advanced at the time of undersigning. Beautifully signed at the conclusion by Haydn, who adds the place and date, “Eisenstadt 21st July 1801,” affixing his monogrammed wax seal, impressed with the initials “JH,” to the right of his signature. In fine to very fine condition, with intersecting folds, writing lightly showing through from opposing sides, a miniscule edge tear, and toning to first page due to wax seal; flaws are mentioned for the strictest of accuracy and do not detract from the essentially pristine appearance of this crisp, boldly signed document.

After nearly five decades of prolific composition and relentless work, Haydn had solidified his place as one of the most important composers of all time, enjoying international renown and financial stability. Following the success of his 1798 oratorio, The Creation, he decided to write a second, the Seasons. After Baron Gottfried van Swieten prepared the libretto for it, Haydn began his composition; but with his health declining, he struggled to complete his work, turning the project into a two-year venture. The Seasons finally had its dual premiere (first for the aristocracy, then for the general public) in the spring of 1801, and received overwhelmingly positive reviews. By the time the production was finished, the aging musician found himself physically incapable of continuing his work and quickly assigned the new oratorio to his regular publisher, Breitkopf & Härtel, who released it in 1802. An outstandingly rare document from the prominent composer at the close of his distinguished career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $5000)

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661. Wilhelm Furtwangler.

Extremely bold ALS in German, signed “W. Furtw an gle r,” o ne page, 8.5 x 11, April 3, 1914.

Early letter to the tenor Kuhnsch. In part (translated): “During our last rehearsal I forgot to make this request of you: namely that you sing the tenor part of the false witnesses together with Dr. Volger…hope you are satisfied, and we can try it out with the orchestra on Monday.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. From 1911 to 1915, Furtwangler worked as conductor at the Lubeck opera house for the ‘Verein der Musikfreunde.’ Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

662. Herbert von Karajan. Uncommon oversized 11.75 x 14.5 heavyweight cardstock Decca publicity photo of Karajan, prominently signed in fountain pen. In very good to fine condition, with a tack hole at top center, chip to upper right corner, and general wear to corners and edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Amazing assemblage of Italian legends, including Respighi, Toscanini, and Mascagni 663. Italian Composers and Conductors. Superlative collection of nine AMQSs on a single 7.5 x 9.25 off-white sheet, with each composer penning a few intricate bars of music and signing below. Signers are: Ottorino Respighi (from Campana Sommersa); Ermano Wolf-Ferrari (Vita Nuova); Arturo Toscanini (from his early song ‘Canto di Mignon’); Leone Sinigaglia (Rapsodia Piamonetese); Pietro Mascagni (Guglielmo Ratcliff); Umberto Giordano (Siberia); Vincenzo Tommasini (Chiari di Luna); Francesco Malipiero (La Favola del Figlio Cambiato); and Raffaele Casimiro Casimiri (a quotation from Palestrina). Most have added additional notations to the quote, generally to indicate the title or tempo. The sheet also bears a small printed image of a sketch of Verdi by Fidus in the top left corner. In fine condition. A unique and tremendously appealing classical music piece containing some of the finest Italian composers and conductors of the era. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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6 6 4 . Wi l h e l m Kempff. Re-

nowned German pianist (1895–1991) especially noted for his interpretations of Beethoven. Mattefinish 3.75 x 5.75 postcard photo of Kempff in a contemplative pose, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, and dated November 1962.

In fine condition, with a few surface marks and creases.

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

665. Ruggero Leoncavallo. Italian composer (1857–1919) best

known for his operas, particularly the beloved repertoire staple ‘Pagliacci’ (1892). Choice AMQS on an off-white 7.25 x 5 album page, signed “R. Leoncavallo, Berlin, 2 Dicembre 1908.” Leoncavallo pens five bars from the third act of his famous opera Zaza. In fine condition.

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

Extremely desirable Liszt manuscript, totaling almost 40 bars

666. Franz Liszt. Romantic era composer and pianist (1811–1886) whose prowess at the keyboard earned him a cachet as perhaps the greatest virtuoso in the history of the instrument. Rare handwritten musical manuscript fragments, unsigned, one page both sides, 6.75 x 5.5, no date. An outstanding 23-bar compositional sketch for orchestra and solo piano in D minor, titled “Ungarisches Concert.” Liszt pens a particello notation in two systems, the solo instrument entering at bar 21, labeled “Pianoforte Solo,” with “etc” written at the conclusion. The reverse features a 16-bar sketch for a sacred composition, struck out in blue pencil, in which Liszt pens notations in three systems for voice and particello. Above the voice part he writes: “speret Israel in Domino. Quia apud Dominum miseri[cordia]” [translated, “Let Israel hope in the Lord. For with the Lord, have mercy.”] In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, trivial soiling, and one trimmed edge. An impressive piece by the famed Hungarian composer, drawing upon the music of his homeland in the first piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Magnificent collection of German luminaries in a music publisher’s guestbook, including a huge Strauss quote from ‘Helena’

667. Musicians. Attractive guest book belonging to music publisher Otto Furstner, 11.5 x 9.25, with alligator skin covers, silver corner pieces, and lettering on the front which reads, “Unsere Gaste.” Furstner has gathered about 60 entries including AMQSs, poems, and signatures. Among the musicians found inside are: Richard Strauss, with a fine large autograph musical quotation (four bars of music) signed and inscribed “D Richard Strauss […] Helena II. Akt, Berlin, 17. Oktober 1926,” predating the premiere and including the motif of Helena’s “supreme beauty”; Hans Pfitzner, one-bar AMQS dated November 12, 1925; George Szell, combining themes from ‘Der Rosenkavalier’ and ‘Palestrina,’ dated November 12, 1925; Mark Lothar, four-bar AMQS with a notation reading, “Einer, der sehr beschämt in dieser Reihe steht,” and dated July 19, 1930 and December 27, 1930; Mitja Nikisch, eight-bar AMQS with an inscription which reads, “Dem lieben verehrten Herrn Fürstner zu Erinnerung an den 8.

Januar 1935”; Erich Wolfgang Korngold with an empty hand-drawn stave and a notation which reads, “Siehe Seite vorher!,” and inscribed, “Herrn Otto Fürstner in freundschaftlicher Verehrung”; and Max Butting, single-bar AMQS inscribed “Gemeinsame 5. Häuser bedingen das gerechtes System,” along with a signature of his wife. Other signatures include Max v. Schillings, Barbara Kemp, Luzi Korngold, William Boosey (adding a poem), Leonie Furstner, Wolfgang Furstner, Friedrich Lachmann, Hans Voss, Tina Debuser, Hans Pfitzner, Agnes Rosen, Leonie Furstner, Johannes Oertel, Mark Lothar (adding a poem), Corry Nera (adding an eight-line poem), Hans Mahner-Mons (adding a small sketch), Franz Strauss, Alice Strauss, Richard Strauss, Barbara Din, Hans Detlef Winterfeldt and Tanja Winterfeldt. Binding has become detached from spine, and covers are lightly worn, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

668. David Oistrakh. Rus-

sian violin virtuoso (1908–1974).

Russian release of his Brahm’s Violin Concerto in D major op. 77 album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip.

In fine condition, with some light rubbing and wear to cover and a small separation along spine. The record is included. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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669.

David Oistrakh. Rus-

sian violin virtuoso (1908–1974). Collection of three untranslated ALSs in Russian, dating from 1957 to 1973, all to concert agent and director of the Office of the Berlin Festival Walter Radsey. In fine condition. Two of the letters are accompanied by their original mailing envelopes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

672. Hans Pfitzner.

670. David Oistrakh. ALS in Russian, one page both sides, 6.5 x 10.25, March 14, 1958. Untranslated letter to Louis Persinger. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Oistrakh’s hand and incorporating his name, “D. Oistrakh,” in the return address at the bottom. Originates from the collection of American violinist and pianist Louis Persinger (1887–1966), who trained at the Leipzig Conservatory and later taught at Juilliard, mentoring the likes of Yehudi Menuhin, Ruggiero Ricci, and Isaac Stern. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Self-proclaimed ‘antimodernist’ German composer (1869–1949), best known for his opera Palestrina, based on the life of the famed sixteenth-century composer. Penetrating vintage matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 German postcard photo of Pfitzner gazing intently into the camera, signed in fountain pen in the blank lower border.

In fine condition, with some light silvering, mostly to top left, a touch of mild soiling, photographer’s stamp to lower right, and a couple trivial corner tip dings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

673. Francis Poulenc.

Renowned French composer (1899–1963) best known for his colorful, energetic keyboard works, art songs, and choral music, and the operatic staple ‘Dialogues of the Carmelites.’ ALS in French, one page both sides, 5.25 x 3.5, no date. Nicely penned untranslated letter to a friend. In fine condition, with a small collector’s notation along top edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

674. Sviatoslav Richter. Soviet piano

671. Igor Oistrakh. Distinguished Soviet violinist (1908–1974).

Collection of four untranslated ALSs in Russian, dating from 1971 to 1975, all sent to concert agent and director of the Office of the Berlin Festival Walter Radsey, sent from Vienna, Rome, and Amsterdam. In overall fine condition. Three of the letters are accompanied by their original mailing envelopes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

virtuoso (1915–1997) who was widely considered one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century. Russian release of Franz Liszt Concertos N1 and 2 album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a mild album impression to front cover, as well as a couple of creases. The record is included. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) www.RRAuction.com | 189

Stifled creatively, the nationalistic Russian leaves St. Petersburg 675. Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Eminent Russian composer (1844–1908) best known for such brilliantly orchestrated works as Scheherazade and for operatic staples like ‘Sadko,’ ‘The Tale of Tsar Saltan,’ and ‘The Golden Cockerel.’

LS in German, signed “N. Rimsky-Korsakov,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, May 1892.

Letter to Mr. Navratil in Prague about a document that is not in his possession.

In part (translated): “In answering as soon as possible your letter I have to let you know that the document you are talking about never reached me nor was in my possession. I have to add that I will leave St. Petersburg in the coming days for a longer period of time.” In fine condition. At the time of this letter, RimskyKorsakov was in the midst of creative drought, brought on by his own personal demons and the severe illness of his wife and son. This drought was so bad he considered giving up composing completely. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Distinguished portrait of the esteemed operatic composer 676. 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. Nice 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite full-length photo by Numa Blanc & Company of Paris, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink in Italian, “Offerto alla Principessa San Cataldo, G. Rossini Parigi. 1860.” A rough left edge, and a few small scattered spots of toning and surface loss to background, otherwise fine condition. During this time Rossini was working on ‘Peches de viellesse,’ a collection of 150 vocal and piano pieces which he finished shortly before his death. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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677. Anton Rubinstein. Russian pianist, composer, and conductor who became a pivotal figure in Russian culture when he founded the Saint Petersburg Conservatory (1829–1894). ALS in German, signed “Ant. Rubenstein,” one page both sides, 5 x 7.75, September 1870. Letter to Karl Reinecke, who conducted the Gewandthaus concerts in Leipzig from 1860 to 1895. Rubenstein expresses regret that he has not performed in Leipzig and writes that he has no immediate plans to visit. In part (translated): “Concerning the performance of one of my compositions, I have to say that I would rather refrain from being involved in the performance.

Some of my works have been played in the ‘Gewandthaus’ before, but I think we should not test the audience’s patience too much. As you can see, I would not feel offended if none of my compositions were played there for a few winters.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beethoven’s instructor contacts Viennese singer Kristin Gerhardy 678. Antonio Salieri. Venetian composer and conductor (1750–

1825). As the Austrian imperial Kapellmeister from 1788 to 1824, he was one of the most important and famous musicians of his time.

Rare ALS in Italian, one page, 4.25 x 7.5, February 6, 1802. Letter to the wife of the physician Joseph Frank, Kristin Gerhardy, letting her know that he has read the manifesto. In fine condition, with light intersecting folds.

Salieri’s numerous contributions to music included time spent tutoring Ludwig van Beethoven in the early 1800s, as Beethoven was establishing his career in Vienna. Although the relationship between the two greats is subject to historical debate, Salieri is known to have occasionally offered instruction in Italian vocal composition style, offering suggestions on how to fine-tune Beethoven’s work. Their teacher-student relationship lasted until at least 1802, the year of this correspondence. Beethoven is said to have taken full advantage of Salieri’s willingness ‘to give gratuitous instruction to musicians of small means,’ with scholars noting that Beethoven took greater care in creating the structure of his works and developing a style following his time with Salieri—a period that overlapped this correspondence to Gerhardy. Gerhardy, a talented Viennese singer, took an active part in the cultural life of Vienna along with her physician husband, and judging from this letter had also solicited advice from Salieri. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Reinforcing his critique of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra 679. Arnold Schonberg. Austrian-born composer (1874–1951) whose development of the twelvetone system proved to be one of the most far-reaching innovations in the history of twentieth-century music.

ALS, in pencil, one page both sides, 4 x 4.5, October 22, 1949. Letter to the conductor Harold Byrns, who gave a concert on the occasion of Schonberg’s 75th anniversary together with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. In full: “At 102 the viola I [one] which otherwise is excellent, plays the eighth not always as sixth note; but it must be the fourth of four, cordially [sic] congratulations again to you and also to the orchestra for the excellent playing!” At the bottom of the front of the letter, Schonberg has written a three-bar AMQS, apparently for the measure mentioned in the letter. In very good condition, with light overall wrinkling and creasing, and three small areas of paper loss to right edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Intricate musical quote from the celebrated Russian

680. Franz Schreker. German composer (1878–1934) best

known for his operas and orchestral music. Schreker, a Jew, was denounced by the Nazis for the production of ‘Entartete’ music, placing him in the company of such ‘rejects’ as Mendelssohn, Mahler, and Schoenberg. ALS in German, signed “F. Schreker,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, no date. An untranslated letter of recommendation for a singer. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 192 | October 15, 2014 | CLASSIC MUSIC

681. Dmitri Shostakovich. Soviet composer (1906–1975) whose fif-

teen symphonies occupy a place of central performance in the orchestral literature of the twentieth century. AMQS, signed “D. Shostakovich,” on an off-white 6 x 3.75 card bearing an embossed rose branch. Shostakovich pens two intricate bars of music from one of his works, and dates the quote December 3, 1969. A small photo of the composer has been affixed to top edge. Light postal impression to lower left and a trivial spot to top right, otherwise fine, bright condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

682. Richard Strauss.

German postcard photo, 3.25 x 5.25, signed in the lower border in blue ink, “Dr. Richard Strauss, 29.1.42.” Some scattered creases, mainly to lower border, a couple passing through the date, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am continually addressed by the Revue Musicale to write an obituary for Ravel” 683. Richard Strauss. ALS in

German, signed, “ D r. R i c h a r d Strauss,” one page, 4.5 x 3.5, personal letterhead, December 5, 1938. Letter to composer Gustave Samarzenich. In part (translated): “I am continually addressed by the Revue Musicale to write an obituary for Ravel. But as much as I appreciate his mastership, I simply know too little of his life’s work to write an adequate appraisal of your great composer.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

684. Igor Stravinsky.

Glossy 9.5 x 7 photo of Stravinsky conducting, signed in fountain pen “I. Stravinsky, 1957.” In very good to fine condition, with minor surface marks, dings, and scattered flaws inherent to negative, light rippling, and slightly irregular ink adhesion to first two letters of signature. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

685. Bruno Walter. German-born conductor and composer (1876–1962). Collection of three letters in German, each signed “Bruno Walter,” consisting of one ALS and two TLSs, ranging in date from 1939–1960, all to Lotte Leonard. The ALS, written on black-bordered stationery, after the death of his daughter, reads, in part (translated): “I can say about myself that I’ve just started to make music again. It seems to work, so I will continue doing it.” Another letter, dated 1941, reads, in part (translated): “I wrote to the Emergency Rescue Committee in your interest…I cannot say for sure, however, if it really was the Emergency Rescue Committee or a similar one that I wrote concerning your case, as I was dealing with a lot of matters of this kind…I am of your opinion—that an apprenticeship at a college would be the best for you, and it would be the greatest pleasure for me to help you getting one.” In fine condition, with expected folds, and a couple of small notations and rusty paperclip mark to one letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

686. Felix Weingartner. Austrian com-

poser and conductor (1863–1942). Fantastic AMQS on an off-white 10 x 7 album page.

Weingartner pens four detailed bars of an unidentified work for piano, inscribing under the quote, “in memory of the first ‘Rhenish’ performance (Mai 1903) and many happy hours in the beautiful home Schnitzler, Felix Weingartner, 10. Marz 1904.” The recipient, Victor C. Eduard Schnitzler, was a Cologne lawyer and patron. The Lower Rhenish Music Festival was one of the most important festivals of classical music, which happened every year with few exceptions between 1818 and 1958. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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contemporary music

690. Aerosmith: Joe Perry. Black-bodied Sted-

man Pro ‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fully-signed Fab Four fanzine portrait 692.

Beatles. Vintage 8.5 x 11.5 magazine composite photo of the band in matching suits, signed in green ballpoint, “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” and in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney.” In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold, moderate contrast to Ringo’s signature, and a portion of Lennon’s, some light contrast to McCartney’s signature a few small edge tears and dings, and a bit of scattered light toning.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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691. Louis Armstrong. TLS signed “Louis Amrstrong, Satchmo,” one page, 8.5 x 11.5, typed on the reverse of a sheet advertising ‘Lose Weight the Satchmo Way,’ December 21, 1957. Letter to Midori Tsuji. In part: “Well, our dear boy…Anderson has ‘cutout from these shore of our’s…I hope, it won’t be for too long…Ernie’ is my ‘man…His heart is as big as my trumpet case…I miss him just like a brother…I hope that I never have to travel anywheres, abroad without him…He and I speak’s the same language…And also we both appreciate the same music and the fans (no matter how big they come) appreciate us along with the music that we dish out. Thats, why—when ever we’re on tour through the Foreign Countries I usually meet Presidents, Ambassadors, etc, who’s also, ‘cats, who ‘digs’ life and music (our music) the same as we.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with partial separations and a few tears at the top edge, and light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Returning jeans to a Hollywood boutique: “Yours in baggy pants, with thanks, John Lennon” 693. Beatles: John Lennon. ALS signed “John Lennon,” and “Yoko Ono,” one page, 8.25 x 10, no date, but mid-1970s. Letter to the owner of a West Hollywood boutique called Bowinkle’s Revenge, referred to in the greeting by Lennon as “Jeans Woman.” In full: “Would it be possible for the bearer of this here letter to swap* these 3 pairs of jeans which turned out to be larger than expected for something smaller? Yours in baggy pants, with thanks.” Under the signatures Lennon adds: “* in case you are somebody else, we bought these jeans at your place—sometime last week.” Lennon has alternated the size of his text to correspond with the content of the letter and added two quick self-portrait sketches of himself and Yoko along the left side. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one passing through a single letter of each signature), slightly irregular right edge, and a few creases.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, which reads, in part: “This is a great example of John writing a witty note to a business owner as a show of dissatisfaction, which he did from time to time, ultimately resulting in a valuable keepsake for the proprietor.” Letter seems to date from around the time of his reunion with Ono after John’s fabled 18-month ‘lost weekend’ with May Pang. Lennon would soon step out of the public eye and into domestic life, as he took on the role of house-husband after the birth of his son Sean in October of 1975. A very charming offering from the former Beatle who was able to jovially mask his disappointment in this whimsical letter. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Signed at President Carter’s 1977 inaugural concert 695. Beatles: John Lennon and Jimmy Carter. Inter-

694. Beatles. Rare original unsigned gold cover program for The Beatles Show, from their 1963 November-December tour, 8 x 10, 12 pages, with two great large photos of the band, as well as bios and images of the supporting acts. In very good condition, with creasing to both covers, some ink transfer to back cover, and some scattered light toning and handling wear to inside pages. A particularly uncommon offering, as less than 10% of these programs were produced with gold covers, the majority being silver instead. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

esting pairing of ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon” and “Jimmy Carter,” on an off-white 5 x 3.25 album page. In fine condition, with mild toning. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “Lennon attended an inaugural concert for President Carter which took place on January 19, 1977—the eve of his Inauguration. This page was signed on that night, at that event, and this is the first item to materialize which contains the signature of John Lennon and also a US president.” Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Paul’s 1984 return to the silver screen 696. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Two

glossy 20th Century Fox promotional photos for the film Give My Regards to Broad Street, one 8 x 10 and one 10 x 8, each signed in black felt tip by McCartney. In fine condition, with some light corner bends to one photo. Consignor indicates that the signatures were obtained in Dublin, Ireland, in 1984. Although the feature film Give My Regards to Broad Street proved to be a financial disappointment, the soundtrack met with great success, producing the top 10 hit ‘No More Lonely Nights.’ A nice pair of photos, one featuring an especially interesting futuristic McCartney from his ‘Silly Love Songs‘ number. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

697. Beatles: Paul McCartney.

Color 20 x 16 laser print photo from the Abbey Road cover shoot, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Rolled.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

699. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Signed

book: High in the Clouds. First edition, first printing. NY: Dutton Children’s Books, 2005. Hardcover with dust jacket, 8.25 x 10, 93 pages. Boldly signed on the half-title page in black felt tip.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

700. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Ecce Cor Meum CD [Deluxe] 698. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Nice ink signature and inscription, “Paul McCartney to Tracy,” on a light yellow 4.5 x 3.5 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition, with mild soiling. The CD is included. This deluxe edition features an embossed cover with a 60-page booklet. Accompanied by a copy of the advertisement for the signing event upon the CD’s release, and a pink wristband from the event. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

701. Beatles: Ringo Starr. Beatles for Sale

album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Ringo.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light edge creases and a small label affixed to the reverse which states that the signature was obtained in London in 2005. The record is included. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Godfather of Soul meets Rocky Balboa

703. Johnny Cash. Vintage 1960s concert program, 8.5 x 11, 10 pages, signed in blue ballpoint on the full-page image of Cash and his wife on back cover. In fine condition, with some mild handling wear and a trivial spot of light toning to back cover. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

702. James Brown. Official ‘R’ hologram-style RIAA platinum sales award presented “to Mr. James Brown to commemorate the sale of more than 1,000,000 copies of the Scotti Brothers Records album, cassette and C. D. ‘Rocky IV Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.’”

Framed with its plate, a platinum cassette, CD, and a small color reproduction of the album cover to an overall size of 17 x 21. Some peeling, cracks, and other damage to frame, otherwise fine condition.

After being presented to Brown for his success, the singer gave this award to his chief of security as a gift. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

704. The Clash. ‘Tommy Gun’ color 45 rpm record sleeve, signed in black felt tip by Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, and Paul Simonon.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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707. The Eagles. Program for 705. The Clash. Huge

poster, 29 x 58, for The Clash on Broadway, featuring the band hovering over a city scene, signed vertically in silver ink by Joe Strummer, Paul Simonon, Mick Jones, and Topper Headon. Scattered edge creasing and dings and some other light creases, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

706. Bob Dylan. Felt tip signature, “Bob Dylan,” on a white card.

Matted and framed with a portrait of a young Dylan to an overall size of 9.75 x 18.5. In fine condition, with just a bit of light show-through from printed lines on reverse. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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the Eagles ‘The California Tour’ in 2005, 9.5 x 13, boldly signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit, and Glenn Frey. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

708. Fleetwood Mac. Color 18 x 24

promotional poster for The Dance, signed in black felt tip by Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and Stevie Nicks. In fine condition, with horizontal creasing and Buckingham’s signature a shade light. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

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709. Gerry and the Pacemakers. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, Oc-

tober 12, 1964. Agreement between the band and NEMS Enterprises Ltd. for the loanout of services of the band, signed on the second page in blue ballpoint, “G. Marsden,” “J. L. Chadwick,” “L. C. Maguire,” and “F. J. Marsden.” In fine condition, with expected document wear. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Gershwins sign a very limited edition of Porgy and Bess 710. George and Ira Gershwin. Signed book:

Porgy and Bess. Limited first edition of 250 copies (this being No. 225). NY: Random House, 1935.

Hardcover with slipcase, 9.75 x 12.5, 559 pages.

Signed on the colophon in fountain pen by George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, librettists Dubose Heyward, and director Rouben Mamoulian. Autographic condition: fine.

Book condition: VG/None, in protective plastic sleeve and VG- slipcase, with rubbed and fraying edges to the woven, strawlike fabric. Seldom offered, these editions are highly coveted by collectors. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Unique shirt signed by Jimi backstage at his only New Orleans stop 711. Jimi Hendrix Experience. Unusual musically-themed long-sleeve dress shirt with patterns of sheet music pages and covers, including ‘Showboat’ and ‘Pretty Little Baby,’ with a Monzini Knits tag sewn into the collar.

Signed and inscribed on the back in black ink, “To Jack: Jimi Hendrix.” Shirt is also signed and inscribed (at a later date), “To Jack: Noel Redding,” and “Billy Cox.” Accompanied by a letter of provenance from a previous owner, who was gifted the shirt by a friend. Letter reads, in part: “I received a call from one of my best friends, Jeff Ferguson…He told me his parents, Jack and Judy, had some stuff they wanted to give me…They placed a piece of clothing in my hands, that I could tell right away was a shirt…I was obviously not understanding the significance of the shirt…Jack told me to look at the back of the shirt, I did so, then all of a sudden, I saw clear as day in the center of the shirt the words, ‘To Jack, Jimi Hendrix.’…Jack…told me he met him back in the late 60s when he (Jack) lived in New Orleans. At the time Jack was working for a security company, and had several friends in law enforcement in the New Orleans area…They were able to go backstage and meet Jimi Hendrix, and hang out with him for a while. Jack told me he didn’t have any paper with him, so he got Jimi to sign the back of the shirt he was wearing.” Also accompanied by a second letter stating that Redding’s signature was obtained while he was touring the US in the 1990s, and Cox’s was acquired on June 18, 2012, in Nashville, Tennessee, where he also verified Hendrix’s autograph. In fine condition, with a small hole above Redding’s signature. Hendrix played just one show in New Orleans, stopping there on August 1, 1968, during his US tour. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Scarce check drawn on the Jerry Garcia Band account 712. Grateful Dead: Jerry Garcia. Rare Jerry Garcia Band Home Account check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Garcia, payable to O. C. S. for $298.80, December 12, 1984. In fine condition, with expected stamps to both sides. The Jerry Garcia Band was formed by the Grateful Dead founder in 1975 as a side-project and featured a rotating collection of musicians who toured and occasionally recorded, usually during the Dead’s downtime. At the time of writing this check, Garcia and his band had just concluded a two-week swing through northern California and the Northwest, finishing at the Keystone in Palo Alto on December 10. An extremely uncommon offering, with this being the first Garcia Band check we have offered. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

713. Michael Jackson.

Superlative glossy 8 x 10 Epic publicity photo of Jackson as he appeared on the Bad album cover, signed in blue ballpoint.

In fine condition. An exceptional example. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

714. Michael Jackson. Color

glossy 6 x 8 photo of Jackson striking a pose on stage, signed in silver ink, “Love, Michael Jackson.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

715. Jefferson Starship. Two items: Spitfire album signed

on the front cover in blue felt tip by Grace Slick, Paul Kantner, Marty Balin, David Freiberg, and Pete Sears; and an official floater-style RIAA gold record sales award presented to “Steve Ostrow to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the Grunt Records long-playing record album ‘Red Octopus.’”

Disc is framed with its plate and a color reproduction of the album cover to an overall size of 17 x 21. Award retains its original backing with a toned area where the New York Frame & Picture Co. label would have been affixed. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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716. The Kinks. Sheet music for ‘Till the End of the Day,’ five pages, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Ray Davies, Dave Davies, Mick Avory, and Pete Quaife. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Zeppelin’s legendary drummer 717. Led Zeppelin: John Bonham. Rare first pressing of the Led Zeppelin III album signed on the inside of the gatefold in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, John Bonham.” In fine condition, with old tape and toning to horizontal edges, a small separation along bottom edge of front cover, and a few light creases.

The record is included. Released on the Atlantic ‘red/maroon’ label, the first pressing credited Peter Grant as Executive Producer, while subsequent pressings credited only Warner Bros. Music. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

719. Steve Miller Band. DS, one page, 8 x 10.25, May 24, 1973. Standard AFTRA contract

between the Steve Miller Band and Bert Sugarman, Inc., for a performance on the NBC show ‘The Midnight Special,’ scheduled for May 29, 1973, in exchange for $768. Signed at the conclusion by Steve Miller, Gerald Johnson, Richard Thompson, and John King. Matted with a photo of Miller to an overall size of 19 x 13. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

All four members sign their masterpiece, The Dark Side of the Moon 720. Pink Floyd. Dark Side of the Moon album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Richard Wright, and Nick Mason. Also signed on reverse by graphic designer Storm Thorgerson, most famous for designing the album’s cover. In very good condition, with mild ‘ring of wear’ to front cover, scattered edge creases, and a noticeable diagonal crease to top right corner. The record is not included. This 1973 album spent an unprecedented 741 weeks on the Billboard charts.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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721. Pink Floyd. Ummagumma album boldly signed on the front in blue felt tip by Roger Waters, Nick Mason, and Richard Wright.

In very good condition, with surface rubbing to the cover, adhesive remnants to the top right corner of the front cover, and ‘rings of wear’ to both covers. The record is not included. Accompanied by a letter of authentication from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

723. The Police. Zenyatta

722. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters. Wood-finish Fender Squier Tele ‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar, signed in person on the body in black felt tip by Waters. In fine condition, with a small chip to bottom edge of body. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mondatta album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland. In fine condition, with some edge creases and a mild ‘ring of wear’ to cover. The record is not included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

724. Cole Porter. Signed book: Red Hot

and Blue. Limited first edition of 300 copies (this being No. 15). NY: Random House, 1936. Hardcover, 9.25 x 12.25. Signed on the colophon in black ink. Book is presented in a custom-clamshell case. Autographic condition: fine, with a bit of trivial edge toning to signed page. Book condition: VG-/None, in NF custom blue-cloth covered case with red leather title-piece on front. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Great Elvis portrait signed for a young lady backstage in 1956

725. Elvis Presley. Vintage 8 x 10 publicity photo of Elvis playing his guitar on stage, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Yours, Elvis Presley.” This signature was obtained at a Presley tour stop in Omaha, Nebraska, in May of 1956. Accompanied by 16 original glossy candid snapshots from the event, including several of the woman for whom the photo was signed, one of her posing with Elvis, and two of her with Presley’s guitar. Other photos include Presley posing backstage with other women and two of Elvis and his band on stage. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases to image side, and some mild toning to edges of reverse. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The King’s 1970s touring jacket 726. Elvis Presley. Elvis Presley’s personally-owned and -used tan business jacket with a collar trimmed in faux brown fur, size 42, made by A. E. Nelson. In fine condition, with light general wear. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Elvis Presley’s bodyguard Dave Hebler. In part: “One day Elvis invited me upstairs to his bedroom at Graceland and offered me all his old jumpsuits. He complained that they no longer fit him and that he wanted them out of his closet. I told him I had no use for 50 jumpsuits…In retrospect, I wish I had. Instead I moved a majority of the jumpsuits to the shed at the back of Graceland. I did take a couple of Elvis’ jackets for the colder winters in Memphis compared to the California weather I was used to while staying there in between tours…The size 42 jacket was one of his favorites that he wore during that period. The tan and brown business jacket… is the one that I received from Elvis on that day.” Also accompanied by a letter of provenance from The EP Archives. A desirable piece of personal memorabilia. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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A generous “Bonus on July 75 Road Tour” for his back-up singers 727. Elvis Presley. Personal check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another

hand and signed by Presley, “E. A. Presley,” payable to J. D. Sumner & Stamps Quartet for $1000, July 23, 1975. The memo field notes that this payment was as a “Bonus on July 75 Road Tour.”

In fine condition, with expected cancellation stamps and notations.

Accompanied by a mat display for the check also featuring a photo and engraved plaque. This date marked the second night of three performances in Ashville, North Carolina, the penultimate show of his summer tour. Although Presley’s behavior was increasingly erratic, these three shows were regarded as some of his best. The Stamps were a group led by bass gospel singer J. D. Sumner, who Presley had idolized as a teenager after seeing him perform with the Sunshine Boys. Beginning in 1971, Elvis hired Sumner’s Stamps Quartet as his back-up singers, and toured and recorded with them until his death in 1977. A terrific musical association. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Fender pick used at Graceland 728. Elvis Presley. Elvis Presley’s personally-owned and -used dark brown triangular Fender guitar

pick, measuring 1.75 x 1.5, emblazoned in white, “Fender, Medium.” In fine condition. Accompanied by letters of provenance from Elvis collectors Alyce H. Peterson and Maria Eckstein, stating that it was given to Peterson by Presley’s second cousin, Danny Mac Smith, during a visit in 1996. Peterson’s letter, in part: “Because Elvis Presley’s first cousin, confidant and best friend Billy Smith with his wife Jo and 2 boys lived on the grounds at Graceland during the last years of Elvis Presley’s life, the children as kids spent a fair amount of time actually in the house with Elvis. One day at Graceland, Elvis was playing his guitar and the kids, Danny Smith, Lisa Marie Presley with others, were making too much noise playing. Elvis threw his guitar pick at Danny, telling him to quiet down. Later, when Danny tried to give the pick back, Elvis told him just to keep it.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

729. Elvis Presley: Colonel Tom Parker. Unsigned retained carbon copy of a letter from Parker to Elvis Presley, three pages, 8.5 x 11, April 29, 1960. In part: “The time has come for your own good and your career that you must consider laying down some strict instructions regarding the behavior and services required of those people that you are paying salary to and also expenses and travel...I am concerned when people at the hotel and other places keep bugging me about things going on that are not in line with the proper protection and behavior for an artist of your standing…They have nothing to lose but a free berth and whatever you pay them. Your entire career and future is always in jeopardy as you are of tremendous news value and publicity interest and this carries much more responsibility to maintain your standing. They are like me or anyone else living; no one is interested in their doings except in connection with you…I realize they are your responsibility, not mine, and I would never over-step my authority as a manager to inject your personal friends into my directing their every day lives other than where it involves your reputation. I am not angry at any of your friends. I like them all, but I am too old to start raising another family.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the Elvis-A-Rama Museum, stating that it was retained by Col. Parker for his business files and obtained from the estate of Parker’s assistant Tom Diskin. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Supremely rare 1956 ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ paper sleeve 730. Elvis Presley. Extremely scarce temporary paper record sleeve for Presley’s ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ 1956 extended play record (EPA 747). Lightweight sleeve measures 7.5 x 7.5 with “Blue Suede Shoes by Elvis Presley,” printed along the upper portion, with the other three songs included on the record listed below, and the RCA logo along the bottom. Sleeve is matted and framed with a copy of the album and its later cardboard sleeve, featuring a great image of Elvis performing, to an overall size of 13.5 x 31.5. In very good to fine condition, with light overall toning (a bit heavier to edges), a couple of trivial edge tears, and expected light creases and album impression. As Presley’s career began to take off in 1956, RCA recognized the importance of getting Elvis’s records into the hands of his fans. Instead of waiting for the finalized cardboard cover, the company hastily issued these EPs in temporary paper sleeves to meet the frenzied demand for his music. While the cardboard sleeves and vinyl records are quite common, most of these temporary sleeves did not survive due to their fragile nature, and have become highly sought-after by collectors. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Elvis’s personally worn 1970s custom aviators 731. Elvis Presley. Elvis Presley’s personally-owned and -worn custom glasses with nonprescription lenses. The aviatorstyle glasses feature black plastic frames with his initials, “EP,” prominently set in the bridge and the famous lighting bolt “TCB” emblems on the temples, representing his ‘Taking Care of Business’ band. The black plastic earpieces are impressed with “Polaroid 8804” and “Holland.” In fine condition, with light general wear. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Elvis Presley’s bodyguard Dave Hebler. In part: “One day (1975), Elvis, Linda and I went from Memphis to Dallas to look at the restoration progress on Elvis’ latest airplane—‘The Lisa Marie’…I asked him why he wasn’t wearing the chrome aviators and he said he needed a change of pace. I told him I thought so too and with that he tossed them at me and said, ‘I needed the change of pace’…The sunglasses…are the custom pair of black aviator sunglasses that I received from Elvis on that day.” Also accompanied by a letter of provenance from The EP Archives, stating: “I have seen both chrome and gold sunglasses but this is the only pair of black ones known to exist.” An exceptional piece of pop cultural history embodying Elvis’s iconic look. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Mercury and his bandmates sign their triple-platinum masterpiece

733. Queen. Ballpoint signatures and inscription, “To Bob— Best wishes, Freddie Mercury,” “Brian May,” and “John Deacon,” on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet bearing an affixed concert guest pass and date notation of September 13, 1980. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (not affecting signatures) and overall handling creases. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 734. Queen: Freddie Mercury. 45 rpm record of Mer-

732. Queen. A Night at the Opera album signed on the front cover

in green felt tip by Freddie Mercury and in black felt tip by Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon. In very good condition, with scattered light soiling and edge creases to front cover, and a ‘ring of wear’ and scattered soiling and staining to back cover. The record is not included. At the time of its release, A Night at the Opera was the most expensive album ever recorded. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

cury’s single ‘Love Kills,’ from the Metropolis soundtrack, signed on the front of the sleeve in silver ink.

Some scattered light creases to sleeve, as well as a mild impression from the record, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

735. Rolling Stones. Black and Blue album signed on

the front cover in blue felt tip by Mick Jagger and on the back cover in black felt tip by Ronnie Wood, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. When opened, the front and rear covers appear side-by-side, providing an excellent complete image of the band with all signatures visible. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

736. Rolling Stones.

Choice set of vintage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger (ins), Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts on two 4 x 2.75 album pages. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

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Historically significant fully signed 1969 document by the post-Jones lineup 737. Rolling Stones. Rare DS, one page, 8 x 10, October 21, 1969.

Document submitted to Mr. Stanley Booth of Memphis, Tennessee. In full: “This letter assures you of the Rolling Stones’ full and exclusive cooperation in putting together a book about the Stones for publication.” Boldly signed at the conclusion in black felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Bill Wyman, and Mick Taylor. In fine condition. Brian Jones’s increasingly erratic behavior caused him to be released from the band in June 1969, and he was found dead in his swimming pool less than a month later. At the suggestion of John Mayall, the Rolling Stones took on Mick Taylor as a replacement. Taylor only stayed with the band through 1974, due in part to a dispute over songwriting credits on the album It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll. Fully signed material from this era immediately following Jones’s removal and tragic death is rare. The recipient, Stanley Booth, was an up-and-coming music journalist who managed to attach himself to the Stones’ infamous 1969 American tour, living and traveling with them across the country. Keith Richards called Booth the band’s ‘writer-in-residence,’ and the book spurred by this document ended up taking 15 years to complete before being released in 1984 under the title Dance with the Devil: The Rolling Stones and Their Times, now considered a classic of music journalism and one of the most accurate accounts of the Stones during their heyday. A truly marvelous piece of rock and roll history. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

739. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger. She’s the Boss

Program from their second 1965 UK tour

album signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition, with signature just a bit light, but completely legible. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

740. Rolling Stones: Jones and Wyman.

738. Rolling Stones. Program from the second leg of the band’s 1965 UK tour, 10.5 x 8, signed on the front cover in ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards (who inscribes to Pam), Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. In very good condition, with light contrast to Jones’s and Wyman’s signatures, scattered creases (a couple passing through Richards’s signature), and expected handling wear.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Brian Jones,” and “Bill Wyman,” on a 5.25 x 4 light green album page, with small clipped photos of both band members affixed to the right side of the page. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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741. Bruce Springsteen. Darkness on the

Edge of Town album signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “To Fred, Bruce Springsteen.” In fine condition, with trivial dings to corners and edges. The record is included. A highly desirable and earlier example than typically seen. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

742. T. Rex. Glossy

postcard photo of Marc Bolan, 4 x 5.75, signed on the reverse in black ballpoint by Bolan, Steve Currie, and Mickey Finn, and signed in black felt tip by Bill Legend. In fine condition, with a couple of corner creases to both sides. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Program from their first headlining tour 743. U2. Con-

cert program from the band’s 1982–1983 War tour, 8.25 x 11.75, signed on the back cover in ballpoint and felt tip, “Bono, Sorry Gene,” “Edge,” “Larry,” and “Adam.” Expected handling wear, some old tape remnants to front cover, some light soiling, and Adam’s signature a shade or two lighter than the others, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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744. U2. Under A Blood Red Sky album signed on the back cover

in ballpoint, “Bono 89,” “Edge,” “Larry,” and twice by “Adam.” Scattered creases to both covers, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. A highly desirable, fully-signed copy of the album that helped establish U2’s reputation as one of the greatest live rock bands—a reputation that they continue to live up to three decades later. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

745. Jackie Wilson. Ameri-

can soul and R&B singer (1934–1984) best known for such hits as ‘To Be Loved’ and ‘Lonely Te a r d r o p s . ’ After suffering a heart attack while onstage in 1975, Wilson remained in a coma until his death nearly a decade later at the age of 49.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Billy Ward and his Dominoes, signed in fountain pen by Ward and all four members of his group, “Jackie,” “Van,” “Cliff,” and “Milton.” In very good condition, with trimmed right edge, scattered creases, and a small tear to bottom edge. Wilson joined the group in early 1953 replacing Clyde McPhatter. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

746. 10cc

747. AC/DC

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750. Harold Arlen

753. Beach Boys

754. Beach Boys

757. Irving Berlin

758. Leonard Bernstein

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749. Louis Armstrong

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751. Bad Company

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748. Aerosmith

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752. The Band: Robertson and Helm

755. Sidney Bechet

756. The Bee Gees

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759. Blues Musicians MB $200

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760. Eric Clapton

761. Leonard Cohen

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764. Charlie Daniels MB $200

762. Alice Cooper

763. Bobby Darin

765. Deep Purple

766. Devo

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768. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer

769. The Fixx

770. Foghat

771. Marvin Gaye

772. Genesis

773. Wanda Jackson and Her Party Timers

774. Elton John

767. Duke Ellington

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775. Elton John

776. Journey

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777. Meat Loaf

779. Musicians

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785. Question Mark and the Mysterians MB $200

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782. Les Paul and Mary Ford

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780. Musicians

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781. Morrissey

778. Moody Blues

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786. Lou Reed MB $200

783. Pink Floyd: Nick Mason

784. The Police

787. Lou Reed

788. Max Roach

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789. Rolling Stones: Ronnie Wood MB $200

790. Roxy Music

791. Slade

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793. Cat Stevens

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794. Tears for Fears

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792. Bruce Springsteen MB $200

795. Thin Lizzy

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796. Toto

797. Fats Waller

798. Wham!

799. Wham!

800. The Who

801. Yes

802. Young Rascals

803. ZZ Top

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classic entertainment The Ahernes’ personal guestbook spanning decades, including James Whale, Sharon Tate, Boris Karloff, the Reagans, Rathbone, and Bruce

805. Brian Aherne’s Celebrity Guestbook. Fabulous personal guest book of Brian and Eleanor Aherne spanning almost 30 years from 1948-1977. This very nice leather-bound guestbook was the personal property of the Ahernes, measures 10 x 13, has 121 total pages, with ninety of the pages bearing signatures, some signed on both sides of the page.

The opening page of the book bears a very nice hand-done colored ink presentation reading “Brian Aherne, In appreciation of your fifth appearance on our Screen Guild Players radio program, October 8, 1945, Motion Picture Relief Fund.” Highlights of the book include a wonderful full-page profile sketch done by Alfred Hitchcock, and a very interesting self-portrait sketch of Marlene Dietrich, adding a sketch of an Academy Award statue, with Dietrich writing “Oscar Night-1967.”

Among the plethora of other notable signers in this one-of-a-kind book are: Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce (who has signed on the same page as Rathbone), Greta Garbo, Grace Kelly, Sharon Tate, Boris Karloff, James Whale, Ronald Reagan, Nancy Reagan, Louis B. Mayer, Hal Roach, John Huston, Ronald Colman (2), Rosalind Russell (2), Cedric Hardwicke, David Niven (2), Norma Shearer, George Sanders (6), Rex Harrison, Lili Palmer, Merle Oberon, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Edgar Bergen, Alan Napier (2), Alec Guinness, Alan Jay Lerner, Laurence Olivier, Joseph Cotten (4), Henry Fonda, Van Johnson, Lewis Milestone, Irene Dunne (2), Greer Garson, Jane Wyatt, Olivia de Havilland, Deborah Kerr, and many more. In overall fine condition.

Aherne was an Oscar-nominated stage and screen actor who was one of the top cinema character actors from the 1930s to the 1950s. He made his movie debut in 1924, and by the mid-1930s had moved to Hollywood, where in 1940 he was nominated for an Oscar as Best Supporting Actor for Juarez (1939). Clearly Aherne’s talents extended off the screen into that of party-giver and much-visited host, as this veritable who’s who of Hollywood can attest. The stars came to the Ahernes to enjoy themselves, and their appreciation and sense of fun still resonates within these unique pages. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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806. Actors and Actresses. Collection of 121 personal and business checks, each signed by an actor, actress, athlete, or celebrity. Signers include: Warren Beatty, Bill Bixby, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Gary Carter, Doris Day, Glenn Ford, Ava Gardner, Walter Grauman, Jack Haley, Charlton Heston, David Janssen, Harmon Killebrew, Dorothy Lamour, Dante Lavelli, Jack Lord, Butterfly McQueen, David Niven, Warren Spahn, James Stewart, and Danny Thomas. A complete list of signers is available online at RRAuction.com. In overall fine condition.

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Rare portrait of the man who immortalized Dr. Henry Frankenstein 808. Colin Clive. British

807. Lionel Atwill. British actor (1885–1946) best known for his roles in such horror films as Mark of the Vampire and Son of Frankenstein and as Moriarty to Basil Rathbone’s Sherlock Holmes. Handsome matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Atwill in a fancy suit, boldly signed in fountain pen, “Yours truly, Lionel Atwill.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 16. In fine condition, with a trivial surface crease to lower right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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actor (1900–1937) who earned a place in film history for his performances as Dr. Henry Frankenstein in Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein. Severe alcoholism hastened his death from tuberculosis at the age of 37. Superb matte-finish 3 x 5 headand-shoulders photo of Clive, boldly signed in black ink, “Best wishes, Colin Clive.” Handsomely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 14. In fine condition. A rarely encountered example of this sought after horror legend. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Highly desirable portrait of the Little Tramp 809. Charlie Chaplin.

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 Essanay Film postcard photo of Chaplin as the Little Tramp, signed along the bottom in fountain pen, “Faithfully, Chas Chaplin.”

Collector’s notation on the reverse reads, “1 March 1920, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A.” A few light corner creases, a bit of scattered light toning and foxing to lower portion, and some light contrast to small portion of signature and sentiment, otherwise fine condition. Portraits of Chaplin in his iconic role are rather uncommon and are highly prized by Hollywood collectors.

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810. Marlene Dietrich. Captivating vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of Dietrich gazing upon a globe, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Dot, as ever, Marlene Dietrich.” In fine condition, with a trivial tear and ding to top edge, and a single crease to lower left corner tip. The recipient of the photo was Dorothy Ponedel, Dietrich’s make-up person at Paramount, who also worked with Carole Lombard, Clara Bow, Judy Garland, and Mae West. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The maniacal character actor tours Boston 811. Dwight Frye. Char-

acter actor (1899–1943) who played the lunatic Renfield opposite Bela Lugosi in Dracula, as well as Colin Clive’s assistant Fritz in Frankenstein. Rare ALS signed “Dwight,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, postmarked September 9, 1936. Letter to Mrs. Ella Frye about his trip to Boston. In full: “Went out to the Home today—the Benevolent Home & Chestnut Hill home of Mrs. Eddy. Very interesting. Two beautiful places. Bill drove me. Pretty busy. Am writing a short letter tonight.” In fine condition, with postmark affecting a few words. While this is a rather mundane sightseeing letter at first glance, its implications are quite important—he was visiting landmarks associated with the Christian Science movement, including the home of its founder, Mary Baker Eddy. As a devout Christian Scientist, Frye refused medical treatment for coronary problems, which he also concealed from friends and family, and ultimately passed away from a heart attack at the age of 44. An exceedingly rare and desirable piece from the horror icon, closely associated with his tragic early demise. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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813. Gone With the Wind. Original

812. Greta Garbo. Bank check, 6 x 2.75, filled out in type and signed

by Garbo, payable to ABT Cadillac and Limousine Service, Inc. for $20.50, April 1, 1970. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and expected holes and stamps, none affecting the bold signature. Accompanied by six of Garbo’s invoices from the limousine company, including two for amounts of $20.50 for trips to Kennedy Airport in February and March of 1970. Provenance: Estate of Greta Garbo, Julien’s, 2012. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare portrait of The Birth of a Nation director 814. D. W. Griffith. Trailblazing filmmaker

(1875–1948) who directed a number of important early classics, including Intolerance and the iconic Birth of a Nation. Scarce sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Griffith in an overcoat and fedora hat, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, D. W. Griffith.”

In fine condition, with a couple of trivial creases to right edge and small mounting remnants to reverse.

Signed images of the pioneering director are seldom encountered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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1939 color program for Gone With the Wind, 9 x 12, 20 pages, signed later on the front cover in black felt tip by eight cast members. Signers are: Ann Rutherford, Evelyn Keyes, Rand Brooks, Fred Crane, Mary Anderson, Cammie King, William Bakewell, and Frank Coghlan.

All but Keyes have also added their character names. In fine condition, with some light toning and creasing to covers. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

817. Alfred Hitchcock. Superlative glossy 7.25 x 9 photo of 815. Audrey Hepburn. Gorgeous color 8 x 10 quality book 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)

Hitchcock wearing a classic bowler hat during the filming of his 1972 thriller Frenzy, signed in black felt tip by the famed director, who also adds a sketch of his iconic silhouette. A Universal Studio typed press caption remains affixed to the reverse. In fine condition. Between the crystal-clear image and fabulous sketch, this is a magnificent example.

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His revealing book on fraudulent spiritualism

818. Harry Houdini. Uncommon signed book: A Magician Among 816. Audrey Hepburn. Color 8 x 10.5 magazine photo of Hepburn

as Eliza Doolittle, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Robert, Audrey Hepburn.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

the Spirits. First edition. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1924. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5, 294 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black ink, “To Glen Landers, Best wishes, Houdini, Jan. 22/25.”

Autographic condition: fine, with light toning and a pencil mark to the signed page. Book condition: G+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Portrait inscribed to a talented Kansas City prestidigitator 819. Harry Houdini. Outstanding matte-finish 4.25 x 7.5 photo, signed and inscribed in black ink to fellow magician Don Turley, “To my old friend Don Turley, Harry Houdini, June 26–1915.” Nicely suede-matted and framed with the original mailing envelope, postmarked Brooklyn, New York, addressed in Houdini’s hand to “Mr. Don Turley, c/o Southern California Music Co., 332 So. Bway, Los Angeles, Calif,” as well as marked “Private,” by Houdini, and a portrait of Houdini and his wife to an overall size of 13.75 x 18. In fine condition, with a bit of trivial foxing along bottom edge.

Turley became a magician while still in his teens, having been trained by Edward Maro in the late 1880s.

Performing in the Kansas City area from 1900–1912, and assisted by his wife, he was heralded by the city newspaper as ‘one of the most expert coin manipulators in the world.’ He moved to Los Angeles in 1912, where he worked for the Southern California Music Company, and still occasionally performed, especially at the company’s banquets. Less than two months after signing this photo for his friend, Houdini would nearly be killed attempting his Buried Alive stunt. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

821. Boris Karloff. Glossy 8 x

820. Boris Karloff. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Boris Karloff,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1.75 circularly clipped slip, affixed to a larger sheet of cardstock along with many other clipped signatures. Other signers include: Helen Vinson, Fred Perry, Paul Cavanagh, John Stuart, Owen Nares, Leslie Fuller, Diana Napier, Richard Tauber, Will Hay, Joan Gardner, June Clyde, Leonora Corbett, Judith Ellen Doyle, Jack Doyle, Ann Todd, Margaretta Scott, and Rene Ray. In fine condition, with soiling to various slips. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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10 publicity photo of Karloff holding a pipe, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Norman, Boris Karloff.”

Some scattered light bends and creases, otherwise fine condition. A particularly dignified portrait of the Universal horror icon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

822. Harry Kellar. Prominent magician (1849–1922) known for his spectacular stage illusions. ALS signed “Kellar,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, April 6, 1915. To Clyde Powers, owner of a magic store. In part: “The rheumatism has taken possession of my right leg as if it had a mortgage on it but I hope to conquer it with care & good treatment…I had a bully time with dear old Ching & I miss him. Well the big event came off…& the Big Smoke got his all OK & I guess everybody is happy. Willard is a Los Angeles boy & naturally we all feel elated at the result. I wish this European War would end one way or the other for, it has upset all business excepting the manufacture of War materials.”

Double-matted and framed unfolded to an overall size of 16.5 x 13. In fine condition, with brushing to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautiful oversized prints of a Kurosawa masterpiece 823. Akira Kurosawa. Limited edition portfolio of

six colorful prints depicting characters from the 1985 film Ran, 23 x 28 and 28 x 23, numbered 214/250, each signed in the lower border in pencil by Kurosawa.

Also includes two additional unsigned ‘title page’ prints of the same size. Housed in their original red linen clamshell portfolio box. In overall very fine condition.

These exquisite prints are delightfully vivid and worthy portrayals of a film hailed for its powerful images and use of color—in addition to earning Kurosawa an Academy Award nomination for Best Director, Ran received nominations for Best Art Direction, Best Cinematography, and Best Costume Design, winning the latter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Superlative portrait of the slapstick comedy duo 824. Laurel and Hardy. Choice matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of the pair sideby-side in their trademark bowler hats, boldly signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Hello Elmer! Stan Laurel” and “Oliver Hardy.”

In fine to very fine condition. An exceptionally clean and well-preserved example of this classic image, especially desirable in this less common larger size. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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825. Laurel and Hardy. Very nice fountain pen signatures and inscription, “Hello Bob! Stan Laurel,” and “Oliver Hardy,” on an off-white card.

Matted and framed with a lobby card from That’s My Wife to an overall size of 18 x 19. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

From the Sunset Strip hotspot— including Joan Rivers, Robert Wagner, and Rod Stewart 826. Le Dome Celebrity Receipts. Collection of 21 credit card receipts

from Hollywood’s Le Dome Restaurant, most circa late 1980s, 4.75 x 3.25, signed by an array of celebrities, including: Irving Azoff, Sonny Bono, Joan Collins, Sally Field, Merv Griffin, Jackee Harry, Rob Lowe, Dudley Moore, Ilie Natase, Brigitte Nielsen, Lionel Richie, Joan Rivers, Brigitte Stallone, Carol Kane Stallone, Rod Stewart, Peter Strauss, Donna Summer, Patrick Swayze, Teena Marie, Luther Vandross, and Robert Wagner. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. Le Dome Restaurant on Sunset Strip was one of Hollywood’s hotspots for the rich and famous, becoming one of the most popular celebrity hangouts of the 1980s. A unique format with a classic Hollywood association. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare check to his martial arts mentor 827. Bruce Lee. Scarce personal

check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Lee, “Bruce Lee,” payable to James Y. Lee for $30, March 1967.

Endorsed on the reverse by James Y. Lee. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes (far from and not affecting the signature) and trivial brushing to the date. The recipient, James Yimm Lee, was an important martial arts pioneer who was a mentor, teacher, and friend of Bruce Lee. The two men lived and trained together in the early 1960s, and their mutual collaboration evolved into the now-famous fighting art known as Jeet Kune Do. James Yimm Lee was responsible for introducing Bruce Lee to Ed Parker, the organizer of the Long Beach International Karate Championships where Lee would be ‘discovered’ by Hollywood in 1964. Lee autographic material is exceedingly scarce, and rarely found with such an important personal association. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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829. Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis. Origi-

nal color 27 x 41 one-sheet movie poster for Some Like It Hot, signed in felt tip by Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon, who adds his character name under his signature. A few small separations along expected storage folds, missing top left corner tip, tape repairs to reverse, some tack holes and small tears to top edge, a few creases, and some scattered light toning, otherwise very good condition. While signed photos from the film are frequently encountered, original posters from this comedy classic signed by the two stars are quite uncommon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exquisite portrait of Scarlett O’Hara 830. Vivien Leigh. Simply

stunning vintage matte-finish 3.25 x 5.5 photo of Leigh as Scarlett O’Hara from Gone With the Wind, signed in the lower right corner in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a bit of light contrast to signature. Precertified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Oversized Dyar that exudes ‘femme fatale’ 831. Carole Lombard.

Magnificent vintage mattefinish 10.5 x 13.5 full-length portrait of Lombard emerging from the shadows in a gorgeous light gown, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bob, as ever, Carole.”

Blindstamped in the lower right by famed Hollywood photographer Otto Dyar. Scattered surface creases, light contrast to portions of the signature, and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. A remarkable image of one of Hollywood’s most legendary and soughtafter stars. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lucasfilm and The Star Wars Corporation join forces 832. George Lucas. DS, signed

“George W. Lucas, Jr.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, no date. Final page of a longer agreement begins: “To induce The Star Wars Corporation to enter into the foregoing agreement with Lucasfilm, Ltd., the undersigned, George Lucas, does hereby…Acknowledge that Lucasfilm, Ltd. has the right to enter into the foregoing agreement with reference to his services.”

Signed at the conclusion by Lucas. In fine condition, with a staple hole to top left corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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For the radio debut of “Marilyn Monroe” in 1947, advertising her mysterious first film

833. Marilyn Monroe. Extremely early DS signed “Marilyn Monroe,” two pages, 8.25 x 10.5, February 19, 1947. An agreement in which the 20th Century Fox Film Corporation grants Monroe “permission to appear on the Lux Commercial for the Lux Radio Theatre radio program…on February 24, 1947…You agree that you will cause an announcement to be made during the abovementioned radio broadcast to the effect that your appearance on said radio program is through the courtesy of Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation, producers of the technicolor motion picture production ‘The Shocking Miss Pilgrim.’” The document goes on to state that separate recordings of the broadcast will be made for broadcast to American military men stationed abroad. Nicely double-matted and framed with a famous image of Monroe and an engraved plaque to an overall size of 33 x 20. In fine condition, with expected document wear and Monroe’s signature light but legible.

Monroe signed on with 20th Century Fox in August of 1946, which is when she changed her name from Norma Jeane Dougherty to Marilyn Monroe. This document, dated just six months later, refers to the very first film she ever made—she is said to have played an uncredited role as a telephone operator, but any of her scenes must have been cut from the final film because she cannot be spotted. However, this document and her two-minute spot during the Lux Radio broadcast—a recording of which still exists—prove that she was indeed involved with the film. Her appearance on the Lux Theatre program marked her radio debut, and this is certainly one of the earliest documents she signed as a professional actress. It is a piece of significant importance, not only in the study of Monroe’s breakthrough and rise to fame but in the history of Hollywood itself. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Struggling mentally and physically, Marilyn cuts herself a substantial check 834. Marilyn Monroe. Bank

check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed

by Monroe, payable to Marilyn Monroe for $7500.00, July 13, 1961. Reverse bears a secretarial endorsement. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, red check mark to right edge, and expected cancellation holes, with none affecting the clean signature area. In unusually clean, bright condition. The year of 1961 proved to be a difficult year for Marilyn. Her divorce from Arthur Miller was finalized in January, and her increasing dependence on alcohol and prescription medications began to take a toll on her health; two days before writing this check, she was discharged from Polyclinic Hospital following gallbladder surgery, which was her fifth hospital stay in a ten-month period.

A month later, Joe DiMaggio unsuccessfully asked Marilyn to remarry him in an attempt to save her. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

835. Marilyn Monroe. Excellent vintage purple fountain pen in-person signature and inscription, “To Ken, Love & kisses, Marilyn Monroe,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card, with a small clipped photo of Monroe affixed to lower right corner. In fine condition. An exceptionally bold and clean example from one of Hollywood’s most sought-after stars.

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836. Anthony Quinn. Three agency documents, each signed at the conclusion by Anthony Quinn and his agent Milton M. Grossman, including standard AFTRA contracts dated 1954 and 1957, and an undated Screenwriter’s Guild rider. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Full gorilla costume from the Planet of the Apes sequel 837. Planet of the Apes. Original gorilla guard uniform made for the production of the 1970 film Beneath the Planet of the Apes. Uniform consists of purple drawstring pants, a matching long sleeve button-up shirt, a striped leather vest with front Velcro closure (with a Western Costume Company label sewn to the inside), and two matching leather and cloth green and purple gloves. In fine condition, with expected light wear. RR Auction COA.…

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James Dean’s definitive film

Celebrity-studded 1985 Easter mass attended by Frank Sinatra, Cary Grant, and more 839. Frank Sinatra, Cary Grant, and Gregory Peck. Church

838. Rebel Without a Cause. Vibrant original color 28 x 22 half-sheet movie poster for the iconic 1955 Warner Bros. film Rebel Without a Cause, starring James Dean in his classic role as the troubled teenager Jim Stark. A central vertical fold, scattered creases, and some small edge and corner chips, otherwise fine condition. A wonderful poster with bright, bold colors, and an image handsomely capturing the essence of Dean’s phenomenal performance. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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bulletin from Saint Francis of Assisi Parish in La Quinta, California, dated April 7, 1985, 8.5 x 11, four pages.

Signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Frank Sinatra, Cary Grant, Gregory Peck, Roger Moore, and Prince Albert Grimaldi of Monaco. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautiful concept art from The Unsinkable Molly Brown, personally owned by Debbie Reynolds 840. Debbie Reynolds.

Original concept art of the luxurious bedroom in the 1964 MGM film The Unsinkable Molly Brown, accomplished in gouache and tempera on an off-white 22.5 x 13.5 sheet of illustration paper mounted to an 18.5 x 26.5 board, signed along the bottom in purple felt tip, “Debbie Reynolds.” Paper loss to upper right corner of mount and a repaired crack to the lower left of the mount (artwork unaffected), otherwise fine condition. Originates from the Debbie Reynolds sale held in 2011, and is accompanied by letter of provenance signed by the actress; the artwork was unsigned when initially sold and was subsequently signed by Reynolds. This is a gorgeous piece of concept art, meticulous and lush, showing Reynolds entering her lavishly appointed bedroom as the film’s title character. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Paulie Walnuts’s screen-worn track suit from Season 6 of The Sopranos 841. The Sopranos: Tony Sirico.

Screen-worn tracksuit was worn by the character Paulie ‘Walnuts’ Gualtieri, played by actor Tony Sirico in HBO’s award-winning series The Sopranos.

Blue silk tracksuit with a lighter blue stripe down the sleeves is embroidered on the inside of the collar “Silkwear by Genelli”; also attached to the label of the pants is the costumer’s tag with “PAULIE SCRA47, S605/P604” handwritten and “THE SOPRANOS” stamped in black ink on the reverse of the tag. Sirico wore this tracksuit in ‘The Fleshy Part of the Thigh’ (Season 6, Episode 4) during the opening scene of the episode while walking out of a scuba shop and towards his car. It is during this episode that Paulie finds out that his Aunt Dottie, a nun on her deathbed, is actually his mother. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from The Golden Closet. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The scarce post-Karloff monster 842. Glenn Strange. Actor (1899–1973) who, after appearing in a string of westerns, became better known as Frankenstein’s monster after Boris Karloff declined to continue. ALS signed “Glenn,” one page, 6 x 9, May 3, 1972.

Letter to Jack Jones. In part: “Have had a bout with the flu got out of the hospital too soon and had to return for too weeks…Jack I appreciate the article very much and thank you for it also you mentioned me doing an introduction in your book, any thing I can do for a friend like you is indeed a pleasure”; and an 8 x 10 magazine photo of Strange as Frankenstein’s monster, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To my good friend Jack, my best always, Glenn Strange.”

Double-matted and framed side-by-side to an overall size of 21 x 17. In overall fine condition.

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Beautiful image from the Southern Gothic mystery

843. Elizabeth Taylor. Gorgeous vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Taylor wrapped in white fur, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jerry, Elizabeth Taylor.” In fine condition, with a noticeable crease to the upper right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Taylor fulfills her patriotic duty on her 13th birthday 844. Elizabeth Taylor.

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 27, 1945. An agreement between Taylor and Loew’s Incorporated, signed on her 13th birthday.

In part: “At the request of the Victory Committee and subject to your approval, I shall appear on ‘Youth of the People’ Benefit on February 28, 1945.” Signed at the conclusion by Elizabeth Taylor and countersigned by her mother, Sara Taylor. In fine condition. The Hollywood Victory Committee was an organization founded during World War II so that entertainers could contribute to the war effort through bond drives and improving morale for troops. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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845. Elizabeth Taylor. Exceptional glossy 8 x 10 photo of Taylor in the classic 1959 film Suddenly, Last Summer, signed in blue ink. In fine condition, with subtle spotting to finish. Based on the Tennessee Williams play by the same name, the film featured an exceptional cast—Katharine Hepburn and Montgomery Clift also co-starred, and both Taylor and Hepburn received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Actress. Neither of them won the Oscar, but Taylor did receive a Golden Globe for her memorable performance. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The inspiration and music of Titanic

846. Titanic: Celine Dion and Gloria Stuart. Natural woodfinish Cremona violin, signed in person in black felt tip, “My heart will go on…Celine Dion,” and “Gloria Stuart.” In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Best Producer Tony Award for the thought-provoking Copenhagen 847. Tony Award. An American Theater Wing Antoinette Perry Award for “Best Play—Producer,” presented to Byron Goldman in 2000 for the play Copenhagen. Award stands 8.5˝ tall with its black base measuring 3.75 x 3.75. Reverse of the presentation medallion reads: “The League of American Theatres and Producers Inc. and The American Theatre Wing Inc. Present The American Theatre Wing’s Tony Award to[:] Best Play—Producer Byron Goldman ‘Copenhagen’ 1999–2000.” In fine condition. Based on a 1941 meeting between physicists Niels Bohr and Werner Heisenberg, Copenhagen had its world premiere at the National Theatre in London in 1998. It opened on Broadway at the Royale Theatre in April of 2000 and ran for 326 performances, winning the Tony for Best Play, Best Featured Actress, and Best Direction of a Play. This award originates directly from the family of garment industry executive and theatrical producer Byron Goldman, a three-time Tony Award-winner. Goldman’s Broadway career began in 1946 and continued for decades, with his production credits including Hello, Dolly!, The Real Thing, and his final production, Copenhagen. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

849. Rudolph Valentino. Ex-

ceptionally clean and bold ink signature, “Sincerely, Rudolph Valentino,” on an offwhite 4.5 x 2 card.

Handsomely matted and framed with a color-tinted postcard of the actor to an overall size of 10 x 13.5. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

850. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton.

848. Tom Tyler and Peggy Moran. Two items: vintage ink signa-

ture and inscription, “To Jess, Best wishes, Tom Tyler,” on an off-white 3.25 x 3.25 album page; and a glossy 5.75 x 9 photo of a poster for The Mummy’s Hand, signed in the lower border by Peggy Moran.

Beautifully cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 19.

In fine condition. Tyler (1903–1954) was a popular American star of silent and early sound Westerns and serials, but to horror fans he is remembered for his role as the mummy Kharis in the 1941 Universal film The Mummy’s Hand, which also starred Moran (1918–2002) as Marta Solvani. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Wicked Witch’s demise at the hands of Dorothy, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To the four grandsons— lucky chaps!—from their old friend—WWW—and Margaret Hamilton.” In fine condition, with a couple trivial creases to top left corner.

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Very rare and highly desirable uninscribed Cowardly Lion photo 851. Wizard of Oz: Bert Lahr. Scarce and extremely sought-

after glossy 7.75 x 10 photo of Lahr as the Cowardly Lion, signed in blue ballpoint, “Sincerely, Bert Lahr.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed vertical edges and a few surface impressions to background. Uninscribed portraits of Lahr in his iconic role are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

The Hollywood power couple

Expansive Follies collection including Will Rogers, Billie Burke, and Ziegfeld himself 853. Ziegfeld Follies. Large collection

852. Natalie Wood and Robert Wagner. Glossy

8 x 10 photo of Wood playfully leaning over Wagner’s shoulder, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Belle, with love, Natalie Wood” and “Robert Wagner.” In very good condition, with overall surface bends and creases, and toned adhesive remnants and a bit of surface loss to borders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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of items related to the Ziegfeld Follies, consisting primarily of signed and unsigned photos, as well as some other various ephemera.

Signed photos include: Will Rogers, Adrienne Ames, Billie Burke, Bebe Daniels, Hazel Dawn, Billie Dove, Pearl Eaton, Peggy Fears, Emma Haig, Anna Held, Ruby Keeler, Lupino Lane, Bessie Love (3), Claire Luce, Dorothy Mackaill, Mae Murray, Mary Nolan, Ann Pennington, and Peggy Shannon. Also includes ink signatures of Florenz Ziegfeld, “Ziegfeld,” and Justine Johnstone, “Good Luck, Justine Johnstone,” on individual album pages.

Balance of the lot includes over 40 unsigned photos with subjects including Mae Murray, Florenz Ziegfeld, Marion Davies, Adrienne Ames, Anna Held, Marilyn Miller, Mary Alice Rice, and Gilda Gray; and 11 pieces of ephemera such as programs and sheet music. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

854. Academy Award Winners

855. Actors

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856. Lauren Bacall

857. George Balanchine

859. Mikhail Baryshnikov

860. Ingrid Bergman

861. Clara Bow

862. Fannie Brice

863. British Actors

864. George Burns

865. James Cagney

866. Marcel Carne

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867. Comedians

868. Bing Crosby

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870. Alain Delon

872. Clint Eastwood

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873. Clint Eastwood

874. Douglas Fairbanks, Sr

876. Gone With the Wind: Rutherford and Keyes

877. Jane Greer and Robert Mitchum

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871. Catherine Deneuve

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869. Sammy Davis, Jr

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875. Judy Garland

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878. Susan Hayward MB $200

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880. Gloria Holden

881. Grace Kelly

882. Harry Langdon

883. Stan Laurel

884. Stan Laurel

885. Stan Laurel

886. Heath Ledger

887. Vivien Leigh

888. Vivien Leigh

889. Ida Lupino

890. Zeppo Marx

891. Sal Mineo

892. Helen Morgan

893. Ivan Moskvin

894. Audie Murphy

895. Paul Newman

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896. Heather O’Rourke

897. Maria Ouspenskaya

898. Robert Redford

899. Peter Sellers

900. Steven Spielberg

901. Star Trek: Gene Roddenberry

902. James Stewart

903. Barbra Streisand

906. John Wayne

907. Mae West

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904. Elizabeth Taylor MB $200

908. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

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905. Television Stars MB $200

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909. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley

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sports 911. Baseball Hall of Famers. Official Rawlings Adirondack baseball bat honoring the 50th anniversary of the Baseball Hall of Fame, signed in blue felt tip on the barrel by 40 members, including: Sparky Anderson, Luis Aparicio, Luke Appling, Richie Ashburn, Ernie Banks, Johnny Bench, Yogi Berra, Lou Boureau, Steve Carlton, Orlando Cepeda, Bob Doerr, Bob Feller, Rollie Fingers, Whitey Ford, Charles Gehringer, Billy Herman, Jim ‘Catfish’ Hunter, Monte Irvin, Reggie Jackson, Fergie Jenkins, George Kell, Harmon Killebrew, Ralph Kiner, Eddie Mathews, Bill Mazeroski, Willie McCovey, Johnny Mize, Joe Morgan, Hal Newhouser, Gaylord Perry, Phil Rizzuto, Brooks Robinson, Frank Robinson, Red Schoendienst, Tom Seaver, Enos Slaughter, Ozzie Smith, Warren Spahn, Willie Stargell, and Billy Williams. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

912. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Commemorative

cover, 9.5 x 4, with a cachet honoring the prestigious 500 Home Run Club, signed in blue ballpoint by 11 members: Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Frank Robinson, Harmon Killebrew, Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, Willie McCovey, Eddie Mathews, Ernie Banks, Mike Schmidt, and Reggie Jackson.

In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Massive collection of Negro Leaguers 913. Baseball: Negro League.

Collection of approximately 200 items, consisting primarily of signatures and signed photos, along with a few letters and other formats, all contained in a large 13 x 16 hardcover album. Many of the signatures are on custom-made 5.75 x 3.5 collector’s cards, with many signers adding brief inscriptions, teams or statistics. Signers include: George Altman, Bill ‘Fire Bell’ Beverly, Lyman Bostock, Sr., Willard Brown, Bill ‘Ready’ Cash, Lorenzo ‘Piper’ Davis, Rodolfo Fernandez, Bill Greason, Nap Gulley, Josh Johnson, Mamie ‘Peanut’ Johnson, Lester Lockett, Verdell ‘Lefty’ Mathis, Buck O’Neill, ‘Double Duty’ Radcliffe, Harry Rhodes, and Jim Zapp. In overall fine condition.

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914. Roy Campanella. Scarce

color 7.5 x 9.5 magazine photo of Campanella resting a pair of bats on his shoulder, signed in the lower right in blue ballpoint.

Affixed to a larger scrapbook page.

Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 15.5. In very good condition, with scattered creases and clipped upper corners. An exceptionally desirable color image of the Brooklyn catcher, rarely seen in this format. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

917. Derek Jeter. Breathtaking color limited edition 42 x 24 giclee print on stretched canvas honoring Jeter’s 3000th hit, numbered 61/102, prominently signed in gold ink by Jeter. Also signed by the artist, Stephen Holland. In fine condition, with Steiner and MLB authentication labels affixed to the lower right corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Steiner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

915. Marcel Cerdan.

French boxing legend (1916– 1949) who was welterweight and middleweight champion of the world with a record of 104 and 4. He died in a plane crash en route to America for a rematch with then-champion Jake LaMotta.

Rare pearl-finish 4 x 6 photo of Cerdan throwing a barehanded punch, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Pour Albert, Bien amicalement, Marcel Cerdan.” In fine condition, with tiny tack holes to corners. A very uncommon autograph due to his sudden and tragic death. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

916. 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 photocopied letter of provenance from his daughter, Weatta Frazier-Collins. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The surfing legend sends wishes from the ‘Famous Hawaiian Room’

918. Duke Kahanamoku. ANS signed “Love, Duke,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting the Famous Hawaiian Room in New York’s Hotel Lexington, postmarked July 28, 1953. Kahanamoku and three members of his family send a postcard to his wife. Duke’s note, penned along the bottom, in full: “Baby, Got the family here for dinner.” In fine condition, with slight brushing to the first note. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The champ’s meager purse check from his 1947 Walcott championship fight 919. Joe Louis. Twentieth Century Sporting Club Inc. business check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Sol Strauss, payable to Joe Louis for $6,181.10, stamp-dated December 6, 1947. The left column notes “Purse,” and then various deductions, including a sizable advance which resulted in a final payment of just over $6,000 from his $75,000 purse. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In very good condition, with toning and dampstaining, heavier to left side of check and affecting the upper portion of Louis’s signature, and expected cancellation holes. Louis faced Jersey Joe Walcott for the title on December 5, 1947, in Madison Square Garden. Despite being knocked down twice by the underdog Walcott, Louis emerged with a split decision victory after 15 rounds. Exorbitant payments to handlers and a rash of bad business decisions placed Louis in dire financial straits, despite his profitable performances. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

920.

Vince Lombardi. Ballantine

Beer Official Quarterback Club beer coaster, 3.25 x 3.25, signed in blue ballpoint by Lombardi. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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921. Rocky Marciano. Bank check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Marciano, payable to Water Dept. for $49.77, December 16, 1964.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with all of Maricano‘s writing and signature fairly light (but still legible), and expected stamps to both sides, with one over a portion of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare 1961 Mantle and Maris 922. Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris.

Program for the Union Leader Charity Fund Baseball Dinner, held on January 18, 1961, 6 x 9, two pages, signed inside in blue ballpoint by guests Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Elston Howard, Whitey Ford, Gus Triandos, and Leo A. Cloutier. Also signed on the front cover by Mel Allen and Joe Dobson, and on the back cover

by Bill Jackowski. In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold, scattered creases, and a few rings of staining inside; the Mantle and Maris signatures are crisp and in a clean area. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. A rare example signed by Mantle and Maris in 1961, which would see the Yankee teammates battle in pursuit of Babe Ruth’s single-season home run record. Mantle ended the season with 54, while Maris famously hit a record-setting 61 home runs. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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923. Roger Maris.

Desirable and uncommon glossy 8 x 10 photo of Maris in his Yankee pinstripes, neatly signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with scattered creases and some light surface spotting. Precertified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1970 team ball featuring a Munson rookie signature

925. NY Yankees. Official Wilson Prep League base-

924. Minnesota Twins. Official Rawlings 1987 World Series

baseball signed in blue ballpoint by 20 members of the 1987 World Champion Minnesota Twins. Signers include: Tom Kelly (ss), Bert Blyleven, Frank Viola, Kirby Puckett, Kent Hrbek, Jeff Reardon, Tom Brunansky, Sal Butera, Steve Lombardozzi, Randy Bush, Don Baylor, Gary Gaetti, and eight others. Scattered mild toning, a bit heavier to a couple of panels, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

926. NY Yankees. Collection of 30 photos, most approximately 8 x

10 or 10 x 8, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by the Yankees great pictured, including: Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, Hank Bauer, Yogi Berra, Whitey Ford, Bill Dickey, Reggie Jackson, Chris Chambliss, Jerry Coleman, Frank Crosetti, Cecil Fielder, Joe Girardi, Jeff Johnson, David Justice, Roberto Kelly, Don Larsen, Kevin Maas, Gil McDougald, Johnny Mize, Graig Nettles, Matt Nokes (2), Allie Reynolds, Phil Rizzuto, Robin Roberts, Johnny Sain, George Selkirk, Joe Sewell, Bill ‘Moose’ Skowron, and Enos Slaughter (ins). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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ball signed in blue ballpoint by 20 members of the 1970 New York Yankees. Signers include: Thurman Munson, Bobby Murcer, Mel Stottlemyre (ss), Felipe Alou, Gary Waslewski, Jake Gibbs, Lindy McDaniel, Jim Lyttle, Horace Clarke, Frank Baker, Steve Kline, Gary Jones, Dan Cater, Jack Aker, and five others. Ball is also signed and inscribed in black ink by Ron Klimkowski and bears clubhouse signatures of Gene Michael and Mike Kekich.

In very good condition, with some light brushing and fading to some of the signatures (including Munson’s), and a bit of scattered light toning. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

927. Satchel Paige and Dizzy Dean. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Paige and Dean, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes Thomas, Satchel Paige”; and a ballpoint signature, “‘Dizzy’ Dean,” on an off-white card. Both are matted together with a small plaque to an overall size of 11 x 14. A couple creases to photo and light contrast to Paige’s signature, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

928. Jackie Robinson. Scarce color vintage 4 x 6 magazine cover removed from the October 6, 1952, issue of Quick, beautifully signed against his white jersey in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, Jackie Robinson.” A central horizontal fold and chip to upper right corner tip, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked March 26, 1955. Color images from this era are quite uncommon, with this being an especially vibrant example.

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929. Jackie Robinson. Brooklyn Dodgers 1954 yearbook, 8.5 x 10.5, 48 pages. Signed in blue ballpoint by Robinson on the inside page bearing his photo and biography. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning to inside pages, slight paper loss to signed page, and some light soiling to covers. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from James Spence.

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Iconic image of the Sultan of Swat 930. Babe Ruth. Classic matte-finish 7 x 9 photo of Ruth in his Yankees pinstripe pants, showing off his mighty swing, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend Jack Musante, Sincerely, Babe Ruth 3-12-47.”

Archivally triple-cloth-matted in a pinstripe theme and framed to an overall size of 17 x 19; the mat is cut slightly irregularly on the left side to fit the full inscription. In very good to fine condition, with some scattered light foxing and spotting and a crease or small tear to the lower left edge; the signature and inscription are bold and attractive, ideally signed against the light background. The month after signing this photo, on April 27, 1947, the Yankees celebrated ‘Babe Ruth Day’ at Yankee stadium, honoring the slugger and his legendary career. A wonderful, iconic pose. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Perfect signature of the ‘Bambino’

931. Babe Ruth. Choice pencil signature, “Babe Ruth,”

on an off-white slip. Attractively matted and framed with a photo of Ruth in his Yankee pinstripes to an overall size of 19 x 22. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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The enormous Super Bowl XL Opus, signed by 40 MVP winners 932. Super Bowl XL. Magnificent signed book: Super Bowl XL Opus. Limited edition of 400, published in 2006. The massive volume measures 22.5 x 23 x 6 and weighs 88 pounds, is hand-sewn and bound, covered in the finest quality leather, and presented in a woodconstruction clamshell-style case covered in screen-printed silk. Signed

by Super Bowl MVP award winners: Bart Starr, Joe Namath, Len Dawson, Chuck Howley, Roger Staubach, Jake Scott, Larry Csonka, Franco Harris, Lynn Swann, Fred Biletnikoff, Randy White, Terry Bradshaw, Jim Plunkett, Joe Montana, John Riggins, Marcus Allen, Richard Dent, Phil Simms, Doug Williams, Jerry Rice, Ottis Anderson, Mark Rypien, Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, Steve Young, Larry Brown, Desmond Howard, Terrell Davis, John Elway, Kurt Warner, Ray Lewis, Tom Brady, Dexter Jackson, Deion Branch, and Hines Ward.

This lavishly illustrated history features iconic images from the 40 Super Bowls, and includes many previously unpublished photographs by the sport’s leading photographers, including Walter Iooss, Jr., Neil Leifer and Heinz Kluetmeier. An MVP portrait gallery, photographed

by Iooss in Detroit in 2006, perfectly complements the signatures.

Pulitzer Prize-winner David Halberstam has written the introduction, and many of America’s most celebrated sportswriters, including Dan Jenkins, Red Smith and Roy Blount, Jr., recount gripping tales of Super Bowl heroism. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

“From the old Injun, Jim Thorpe” 933. Jim Thorpe. Exceptional

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Thorpe in Native American costume during his Hollywood days, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jimmy Dugan, from the old Injun, Jim Thorpe.” Scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. A rare and superb image. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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934. Sam Snead. Collection of 10 personal checks, all approximately 6.25 x 2.75, all filled out and signed by Snead, “Sam Snead,” all dated from 1953. Expected bank stamps and cancellation holes, lightly affecting a some of signatures, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

935. Honus Wa g n e r. E x -

tremely bold fountain pen signature, “Honus Wagner,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition. A choice example from late in the shortstop’s life. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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936. Hank Aaron and Eddie Mathews

937. Muhammad Ali

938. Muhammad Ali

939. Muhammad Ali

940. Muhammad Ali

941. Baltimore Orioles

942. Baltimore Orioles

943. Baseball

944. Baseball

945. Baseball

946. Baseball Hall of Famers

947. Baseball Hall of Famers

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948. Baseball Hall of Famers MB $200

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949. Baseball Hall of Famers MB $200

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950. Baseball Hall of Famers MB $200

951. Baseball Hall of Famers

952. Baseball Hall of Famers

953. Baseball Hall of Famers

954. Baseball Hall of Famers

955. Baseball Hall of Famers

956. Baseball Hall of Famers

957. Baseball: 1920s–1960s

958. Larry Bird

959. Boston Celtics

960. Cincinnati Reds

961. Jack Dempsey

962. Joe DiMaggio

965. Hank Greenberg

966. Bucky Harris

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963. Four Horsemen: Stuhldreher, Harry MB $200

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964. Lefty Gomez MB $200

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967. Derek Jeter MB $200

971. LA Rams: Fearsome Foursome MB $200

975. Connie Mack MB $200

979. NY Mets MB $200

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968. Michael Jordan MB $200

972. Vince Lombardi MB $200

976. Mickey Mantle

969. Sandy Koufax MB $200

973. Vince Lombardi MB $200

970. Sandy Koufax and Don Drysdale MB $200

974. Joe Louis and Max Baer MB $200

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977. Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays

978. Milwaukee Braves

980. NY Mets

981. NY Mets

982. NY Mets

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983. NY Rangers

984. NY Yankees

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986. NY Yankees

985. NY Yankees

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987. Pele and Diego Maradona

988. Jerry Rice

989. Mariano Rivera

990. Sugar Ray Robinson

991. Jack Sharkey

992. Duke Snider

993. Jersey Joe Walcott

994. Ted Williams

995. Ted Williams

996. Ted Williams and Carl Yastrzemski

997. Tiger Woods

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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 on-increment. 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 subject to Buyer’s compliance with all of the terms of the Conditions of Sale and the Registration Form.

Rights Reserved: 39. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the auction, and/or to postpone the auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone.

Conducting the Auction: 40. RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the auction sale or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.

41. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time, even after the hammer has fallen, until the Bidder has taken physical possession of the lot. No Consignor who has registered to bid at the sale (or at any other time unless otherwise provided in the consignment agreement), or any Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have a right to claim any consequential damages if a lot is withdrawn, even after the sale.

42. The highest qualified Bidder recognized by the Auctioneer shall be the Buyer. In the event of a tie bid, the earliest bid received or recognized wins. In the event of any dispute between any Bidders at an Auction, Auctioneer may at his sole discretion reoffer the lot. Auctioneer’s decision and declaration of the winning Bidder shall be final and binding upon all Bidders. Bids properly offered, whether by floor Bidder or other means of bidding, may on occasion be missed or go unrecognized; in such cases, the Auctioneer may declare the recognized bid accepted as the winning bid, regardless of whether a competing bid may have been higher.

Auctioneer reserves the right after the hammer falls to accept bids and reopen bidding for bids placed through the Internet or otherwise.

43. Lots bearing bidding estimates shall open at Auctioneer’s discretion. In the event that no bid meets or exceeds that opening amount, the lot shall pass as unsold.

44. All items are to be purchased per lot as numerically indicated and no lots will be broken unless decided by RR Auction. Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw, prior to the close, any lots from the Auction.

45. Auctioneer reserves the right to rescind the sale in the event of nonpayment, breach of a warranty, disputed ownership, failure to execute the reserve, auctioneer’s clerical error or omission in exercising bids and reserves, or for any other reason and in Auctioneer’s sole discretion.

46. Auctioneer occasionally experiences Internet and/or Server service outages, and Auctioneer periodically schedules system downtime for maintenance and other purposes, during which Bidders cannot participate or place bids. If such outages occur, RR Auction may at our discretion extend bidding for the Auction. Bidders unable to place their Bids through the Internet are directed to contact Client Services at 1-603-732-4280.

47. The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.

Internet Auction – Extended bidding & the 30 Minute Rule: 48. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into effect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. If you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded to you. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm will remain OPEN to ALL bidders until 7 pm or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot. The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm. If you are the high bidder, raising your maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the auction at any time at its sole discretion.

Auctioneer’s Discretion: 49. RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. The auctioneer has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between bidders or if the auctioneer has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful bidder in the event of a dispute between bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. The auctioneer also may reject any bid and withdraw the lot from sale if the auctioneer decides either that any opening bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.

Reserves: 50. Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property.

Off-Site Bidding: 51. Bidding by telephone, facsimile-transmission (fax-in), on-line, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form.

RR Auction’ Remedies: 52. Failure of the Bidder/Buyer to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder/Buyer liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder/Buyer’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Buyer as damages (the Bidder/Buyer understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages; (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder/Buyer interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half per cent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’ rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting buyer shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such buyer is the successful bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any buyer failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such buyer’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’ possession owned by such buyer. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by The 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 un-

enforceable 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 sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction. In other instances, estimate prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimates are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the buyer’s premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).

Reserves: The reserve is the minimum price the seller is willing to accept and below which a lot will not be sold.

Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction.

Buyer’s Premium and Sales Tax: The 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 nonsale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize 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 Bid@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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