RR Auction: October 2015 Fine Autographs & Artifacts

Fine Autographs & Artifacts October 14, 2015 | Boston, MA | www.RRAuction.com

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Bidding will begin October 15th

UPCOMING AUCTIONS Space Exploration Bid October 15 - October 22

Fine Autographs & Artifacts Bid October 23 - November 11

Marvels of Modern Music Bid November 12 -19

Fine Autographs & Artifacts Accepting consignments Bid November 20 - December 9

RARE. REMARKABLE. SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 14

Bidding begins as soon as the catalog is posted online (Tuesday, September 29th). At 6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14th, the one-hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule. All times in RR Auction guidelines an instructions are stated according to the Eastern (U.S.) time zone.

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AUTHENTICATORS AND CONSULTANTS JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, was a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*

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.

STEVE ZARELLI

Letters of Authenticity are availableon certain lots. Priced from $25 to $200*

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

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

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

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

FRANK CAIAZZO, BEATLES AUTOGRAPHS 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.

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presidents & first ladies Intelligence on Shays’ Rebellion shortly before the Constitutional Convention 1. George Washington.

ALS signed “G:o Washington,” one page, 8.25 x 9, no date [but February 20, 1787]. Letter to Colonel Jeremiah Wadsworth, his former Continental Army commissary general, who had recently sent him intelligence about Shays’ Rebellion in Massachusetts. In full: “I thank you kindly for sending me the enclosed.— The Post of this day, brought letters from Genl Knox to me containing similar information of yours.—The Gentleman at whose house I am (Mr. Fendal) presents his compliments to you, and desires me to add, that he should be exceedingly happy to see you at it.” Silked on both sides and restored to very good condition, with repaired separations to intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the extreme left edge of the signature), scattered toning and soiling, a small tear to the right edge approaching the signature, and trimmed edges.

This letter can be dated to February 20, 1787, as Washington says he is writing from the home of Philip Richard Fendall in Alexandria, where he, Martha Washington, and his physician Dr. James Craik dined that evening; this is noted in Washington’s diaries. Henry Knox, then serving as secretary of war under the Articles of Confederation, had been keeping Washington informed on the turmoil in western Massachusetts. Revolutionary War veteran Daniel Shays and his supporters rose up in protest of economic injustice over the summer of 1786, and the movement had reached its peak at about the time of this letter. A private militia had crushed a Shaysite attempt to seize a federal armory in January 1787, and a surprise attack on February 4 fragmented the main group. Pockets of resistance continued over the next few months, but when Washington wrote this letter the large-scale organized resistance had largely concluded. This conflict brought the threat of domestic insurrection to the forefront of Washington’s mind, and he recognized the need for a stronger national government capable of suppressing future rebellions. In presiding over the Constitutional Convention a few months later, Washington helped to shape the government and its military powers as he saw fit. An exceedingly desirable letter marking a pivotal moment in American history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $2500

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Revolutionary War free frank to his aide-de-camp 2. George Washington. Exceptional

Revolutionary War–era hand-addressed free-franked panel, 6.75 x 3.75, addressed in another hand to “Major General St. Clair, Philadelphia,” and franked in the lower left, “G:o Washington.” Notated in the upper right, “Public Service.” In very good condition, with repaired separations to intersecting folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), a large area of repaired paper loss above the signature (affecting one word in the address), and light foxing. This likely dates to after St. Clair’s removal from field command following his loss of Fort Ticonderoga, after which he was stationed in Philadelphia.

St. Clair would see battle again after Washington took him as his aide-de-camp, and he was at Yorktown when Cornwallis surrendered. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Uncommon naval appointment by the second president 3. John Adams. Partly-printed

vellum DS as president, one page, 12 x 8.25, May 21, 1800. President Adams appoints Gersham R. Jacques as “a Surgeon’s Mate in the Navy of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Adams and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Stoddert. The white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains intact and crisply embossed.

Intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature), heavy overall soiling, and signatures very light but legible, otherwise very good condition. Soon to come was the bitter campaign for the 1800 presidential election, which placed the Democratic-Republican Adams against Federalists Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr. The threefifths clause gave the southern states an advantage in the electoral vote, resulting in a Federalist victory; if the disenfranchised slaves had not counted in the appropriation of electoral votes, Adams would have won. Even more unusual, Jefferson and Burr tied in electoral votes and the House of Representatives determined the winner. Jefferson went on to promote Gersham R. Jacques to surgeon in the Navy in 1807. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Beautifully signed 1800 military land grant

4. John Adams. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13 x 10.5, April 22, 1800. President Adams grants Theodorus Bailey a plot of 4,000 acres. In part: “In pursuance of the act of Congress passed on the first day of June 1796, entitled ‘An Act regulating the grants of Land appropriated for Military services, and for the society of the United Brethren for propagating the Gospel among the Heathen’…there is granted unto Theodorus Bailey a certain tract of land estimated to contain Four Thousand acres… of the tract appropriated for satisfying Warrants for Military services.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Adams and countersigned

by Secretary of State Timothy Pickering. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact with a horizontal crack. Intersecting folds, scattered soiling, and a vertical band of staining to the right side, otherwise fine condition; the signature area itself is extremely clean and bright. This type of land grant was typically issued as compensation for military service during the Revolutionary War. Presidential documents

by Adams are quite scarce, and infrequently found with such a strong signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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5. John Adams. Crisp ink signature, “John Adams,” on an off-white 4.5 x 1 slip clipped from the close of a letter, dated May 21, 1819. Double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait and nameplate affixed to the glass to an overall size of 10.75 x 13.25. In fine condition, with overall toning and a small tear to the lower right. A choice, crisp signature of the scarce Founding Father. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

A Canadian is rewarded for his service in the American revolution

6. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partlyprinted vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 11.75 x 9.25, March 13, 1802. Land grant reading in part: “Know Ye, that in pursuance of the act of Congress passed on the eighteenth day of February, 1801, entitled ‘An Act regulating the grants of Land appropriated for the Refugees from the British Provinces of Canada and Nova Scotia’ there is granted unto Thomas Faulkner, a certain tract of land estimated to contain Three hundred twenty acres and forty two Perches, being half Section Number fourteen east in Township Number five Range twenty two of the lands set apart and reserved for the purpose of satisfying the claims of refugees aforesaid.” Signed at the conclusion by Jefferson and countersigned by Madison. On the reverse of the document is a superb 4 x 3.5 detailed hand-drawn map titled “Joining the Military District,” in black ink, with Faulkner’s rectangular tract of land highlighted in yellow. His neighbors are identified as Martha Walker on the north, Lt. Col. J. L. Livingston on the east, J. L. on the south, and S. Noble on the west. A “Scale of Chains” is beneath the map. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered mild toning, professional repair to one small hole of paper loss to one printed word, and usual overall wrinkling. Reverse bears docketing and scattered toning and soiling, not detracting from the intricate detail of the map. The white wafer seal is intact at lower left. The forty-eight refugees named in this act aided Americans during the Revolutionary War and were primarily from Quebec and Nova Scotia. Due to their participation, the men were unable to return to Canada, then part of the British Empire. Their heroism, however, won them respect and admiration in their new home. In 1792, Faulkner, among the refugees entitled to such land per a 1785 resolution, petitioned the US government for his share of property. In 1801, Congress set aside a 100,000-acre, 4-1/2-wide parcel of land to meet claims filed by individuals such as Faulkner, who was personally awarded 320 acres of land. A very desirable presidential pairing, enhanced by the seldom-included plot diagram. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 www.RRAuction.com | 7

Supremely bold Jefferson-Madison ship’s pass 7. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 12 x 18, December 16, 1803.

Scallop-topped ship’s pass issued for “the Ship Richard Caton of Charleston, Charles Prince master or commander…navigated with Thirteen men, to pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods and Merchandize without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by President Jefferson and Secretary of State Madison. Only remnants of the seal remain affixed to lower left. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the first letter of Madison’s surname), dampstaining to lower folds, scrapes and scuffs to seal area, and some small chips and paper loss to folds and edges; both signatures are extremely bold, crisp examples superior to those typically seen. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Handsome scallop-top pass for a ship “mounted with Six guns” 8. James Madison. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 10 x 15.5, March 7, 1811. Scallop-top ship’s pass issued for “the Ship Galen of New York, John Rogers master or commander…mounted with Six guns navigated with Fifteen men To Pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandize without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Madison and countersigned by Secretary of State Robert Smith. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one touching a single letter of Madison’s signature), scattered creases, and soiling to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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9. James Madison. War-dated

partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 14.75 x 17.5, May 26, 1812. President Madison appoints Henry B. Brevoort as “a Captain in the Second Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Madison and countersigned by Secretary of War William Eustis. The white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains intact. Intersecting folds (passing through the first letter of the signature), a few tears and areas of paper loss to edges, and toning to edges, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

10. James Madison. Full free frank, measuring 10 x 8 unfolded with a 5 x 3.25 center panel, addressed in Madison’s hand to “Messrs.

Gales & Seaton, Washington,” and franked in the upper right, “Free, James Madison.” The lower panel bears a docketing notation of November 30, 1825. In very good condition, with toned intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light overall dampstaining, and trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

1812 Madison and Monroe ship’s papers for the heavily-laden Hantonia bound for Cork, only months before the outbreak of war 11 . J a m e s Madison and James Monroe. Partly-print-

ed DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 21 x 16.5, March 7, 1812. A four-language ship’s papers issued to “John Wharf master or commander of the Ship called the Hantonia…lying at present in the port of Portsmouth bound for Cork & a market and laden with Staves, Boards & c., Pine & Oak Timber, Pot & Pearl Ashes, Hay & Clover seed, Cotton & c & c.” Some partial separations and paper loss along the fragile intersecting folds, a vertical fold passing through a single letter of Madison’s signature, and scattered edge wear and toning, otherwise very good condition. The seal is lightly toned, but crisp and intact. One of the major factors of the United States going to war was the stoppage and seizure of American vessels and sailors, which this document sought to prevent. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Recognizing Clay’s claim in “the formation of a treaty of commerce, with G. Britain” 12. James Monroe. ALS as president, one

page, 8 x 10, June 22, 1822. Letter to the comptroller. In full: “On the report & opinion of the Attorney General, respecting the claim of Mr. Clay, to half an outfit, for his services, in the formation of a treaty of commerce, with G. Britain, at London, in 1815, & on full consideration of his case, & of precedents in other cases, I am of the opinion, that the claim ought to be allowed, deducting there from, any advances made to him, for that service, on a different principle.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds and show-through from docketing on the reverse.

This intriguing letter involves an ongoing dispute between some of the most prominent American politicians of the era—James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, and Henry Clay. Adams and Clay, who often quibbled with each other, had been members of the commission that had negotiated the Treaty of Ghent with Great Britain to end the War of 1812. While still in Europe, Clay helped negotiate an additional commerce treaty with the British. He believed he was entitled to additional compensation, which is the claim discussed here. Although this would normally be under the purview of the State Department, President Monroe asked Attorney General William Wirt for his opinion, hoping to avoid further hostility between Clay and Secretary of State Adams.

Wirt’s response was favorable, so Monroe did indeed grant Clay additional pay of $4,280. An interesting letter that combines America’s early foreign policy with intraparty drama. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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

13.25 x 8.5, May 5, 1818. President Monroe grants Christian Meisner a parcel of land consisting of “the South West quarter of Section twelve…of the Lands directed to be sold at Cincinnati.” Signed at the conclusion by President Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains crisp and fully intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and overall wrinkling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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16. Martin Van Buren. LS as presi-

14. John Quincy Adams. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 15.5 x 9.5, September 12, 1826.

President Adams grants Chauncey Webster a parcel of land in “Crawfordsville, Indiana, containing Eighty acres.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Adams and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall creases, and scattered soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

dent signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 8 x 13, December 10, 1840. A letter submitted “To the Senate.” In full: “I communicate a report from the Secretary of State, with the documents accompanying it, in compliance with the resolution of the Senate of the 20th of July last.” Foxing to the right of the signature and large pencil notations at the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

15. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 9.25, January 1, 1831. President Jackson grants Peter Hinkle a parcel of land “in the District of lands subject to sale at Jackson, Mississippi, containing Eighty Acres.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Jackson and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Elijah Hayward. The paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. Encapsulated in Mylar, cloth-matted, and framed with an engraved portrait and plaque to an overall size of 34.5 x 24.5. Intersecting folds and soiling to the lower right affecting the signature area, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

A 1795 peace offering “for the Delawares” at Greenville 17. William Henry Harrison. ADS, signed “Wm. H. Harrison,

a. d. c.,” one page, 7.5 x 2.5, July 29, 1795. Requisition document to the commissary at Greenville. In full: “The commissary will issue for the Delawares one hundred & fifty pounds of flour & beef.” In fine condition, with smoothed intersecting folds, light toning, and a few stray ink marks. At this time, Harrison was just 22 years old and serving as aide-de-camp to General ‘Mad’ Anthony Wayne in the Ohio Indian Wars. Just four days after issuing this order 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 Delaware, 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. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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18. John Tyler.

Crisp ink signature, “Resp’ly yrs, John Tyler, Virginia, Dec 19, 1860,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 slip clipped from the close of a letter. Intersecting folds (passing through the signature) and light scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

19. James K. Polk. ALS, one

page, 7.75 x 9.75, September 12, 1838. As speaker of the house of representatives, a letter to Edward Burke, in part: “I hencewith enclose to you Mr. Smith’s statements of the musings and prospects of the Union, as requested in your letter.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), trivial soiling, and one instance of brushing to the writing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Early military requisition from Fort Howard 20. Zachary Taylor. Manuscript DS, signed “Z. Taylor, Maj

Comg,” one page, 7 x 4.5, December 18, 1817. Taylor approves a request for ten quires of writing paper, one ink stand, and fifty quills. In part: “The Q Master will furnish the paper inkstand and quills agreeable to the above requisition.” In fine condition, with a horizontal fold passing through the very top of the signature, some show-through from docketing to reverse, and trimmed edges. After distinguishing himself in the War of 1812, Taylor was given command of Fort Howard from 1817 to 1819. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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21. Millard Fillmore. Signed

book: Universal History, Vol. VIII. London: Printed for T. Osborne, 1747. Rebound in a hardcover library binding, 5.25 x 8.5, 658 pages. Signed on the title page in black ink, “Millard Fillmore, Dec. 1, 1862.” Light foxing and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

22. Millard Fillmore. Two DSs: a manuscript DS as president, one page, 8 x 9, November 25, 1851, in part: “John D, Gallagher Esq. Third Auditor of the treasury, being absent…I deem it necessary to authorize…Gen. James Thompson, Chief Clerk, to perform the duties of said auditor”; and a partly-printed DS, one page, 6.5 x 2.25, March 26, 1860, a New York State Library slip for “Volumes 2 and 10 of Colonial History.” In overall fine condition, with overall toning to the document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

23. Franklin Pierce. Manuscript DS as president, one page both sides, 11 x 16.75, December 5, 1853. President Pierce issues a pardon. In part: “Whereas…Samuel Saunders was, under conviction of counterfeiting the current coin of the United States, sentenced to be confined in the penitentiary for a period of one year: and whereas, it has been made satisfactorily to appear to me, that the prisoner is a fit subject for the exercise of the Executive clemency…I, Franklin Pierce, President of the United States of America…do hereby grant unto his the said Samuel Saunders a full and unconditional pardon.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by President Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of State William L. Marcy. The white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains fully intact and extremely crisp. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

24. Franklin Pierce. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15.25 x 12, January 19,

1854. President Pierce appoints Gideon Bradford as “Collector of the Custom for the District of Providence, in the State of Rhode Island.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury James Guthrie. Repaired separations to intersecting folds and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition; overall an unusually clean, bright document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

25. Jane Pierce. ALS

as first lady, signed “J. M. Pierce,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7.25, November 10, 1853. Letter to her niece Anne. In part: “I know it must be with you—and then how true, as you say, that every hour and moment, every circumstance and place, is suggestive of the past in connection with the precious one we have loved and lost—stricken, afflicted, bereaved, desolate we are indeed dear Anne—and how utterly empty seems the satisfaction of earth without the beloved ones who made a part of every one of them—Your uncle came into my room a few minutes since, looking sad and oppressed with the sense of his own sorrow and the blank in all things where before there was an object to be interested in…to me Andover is bitterly sad, and thoughts connected with it agonizing.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds with one small edge separation repaired with toned tape, light soiling, and a few stray ink marks and blots. The Pierce family was still grieving over the loss of their son Benjamin, who was killed in a train accident in Andover, Massachusetts, two months before Franklin Pierce’s inauguration as president. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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26. 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 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 when I next go to Lancaster.

You may, therefore, consider this as done...

If you could come in October, this would be charming. I do not intend to visit the Beaford Springs this season. If I should go any where it will be to Long Branch [NJ] or Cape May [NJ] for a few days. I have not the least news to communicate which would be of any interest to you.” In fine condition, with one horizontal and one vertical fold (with a partial separation to top edge). 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. Responsible for all domestic accounts pertaining to the Department of State and the Patent Office, as well as countless foreign accounts, he was a well-respected and well-known figure in government circles for decades. Remembering his longtime friend, Buchanan offers advice to Pleasonton’s daughter regarding shares in the Hazelton Coal Company, a lucrative mining and rail road company in Pennsylvania. An affectionate letter with nice association to this important and rarely remembered American hero. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Bold directive to an adjutant general 27. Abraham Lincoln. Bold

Civil War–dated ANS as president signed “A. Lincoln,” one page on an off-white 3 x 1.75 card, December 12, 1864. In full: “Adjutant General please see & hear the bearer.” In fine condition, with mild discoloration. Accompanied by an attractive hand-tinted 19th-century engraving of President Lincoln; presented with Lincoln’s note, this is an appealing and eminently displayable pairing. A highly desirable and certainly uncommon variety of Lincoln autograph, penned shortly after his reelection in 1864. At this time the Civil War was finally winding down, with well over 650,000 deaths, and the Union victory was on the horizon—U. S. Grant had General Lee besieged in Petersburg, and Sherman had completed his famous ‘March to the Sea.’ This historically significant note, written approximately four months before his assassination, does not appear in the Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln, and it is an excellent portrayal of Lincoln’s role in overseeing the military, even at this late date in the war. Starting Bid $500

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Extremely early Lincoln legal brief certified by his best man

28. Abraham Lincoln. ADS, signed “Lincoln,” one page, 7 x 5.5, no date. A handwritten legal brief summarizing the dismissal of a case brought by Beverly Allen against three members of the Lindsay family for trespassing. The body of the document, in full: “It is agreed between the parties that this suit be dismissed at the cost of the defendant, Alexander Lindsay.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned

by Lindsay. Below, a signed lower portion of the document bears an ink notation in another hand, signed “Jas. H. Matheny, Judge,” dated November 3, 1880, and reading, “The above is one of Mr. Lincoln’s first papers as an attorney at law, about the year 1836.” Handsomely suedematted and framed with a plaque and large portrait to an overall size of 26 x 21. In fine condition, with light irregular toning.

Abraham Lincoln was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1836 and befriended James H. Matheny upon arriving in Springfield to begin his law practice.

On the morning of November 4, 1842, Lincoln asked Matheny to be the best man at his wedding to Mary Todd later that day. Matheny also pursued a career in law, and after being admitted to the bar in 1843 rented office space in the same building as Lincoln. Although they did not always see eye-to-eye, they supported each other’s political aspirations. The confluence of factors in the present document—a relic from the dawn of Lincoln’s career, first-person documentation, and a personal association of the highest significance—make for an item of exceptional interest and rarity. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Rare twice-signed Lincoln order for a wounded soldier to “be appointed at once”

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

This exemplary letter shows Lincoln’s personal involvement in appointments during his administration, especially those concerning the war effort. The Battle of Gaines’ Mill took place on June 27, 1862, and the wounded Meconkey met with Lincoln on October 9, 1862—the date of this initial letter—to make his request, then personally delivered the message to Meigs. Despite Meigs’s positive response and Lincoln’s instructions, there is no reference to the position of quartermaster in Meconkey’s lengthy obituary, nor is the appointment found in government records, so it seems that the position fell through. Twice-signed Lincoln presidential items on opposite sheets are rarely encountered, and this intact example is especially attractive. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $2500

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30. Abraham Lincoln. Envelope with a handwritten docketing notation by Lincoln penned along the right edge, 9.5 x 4.25, incorporating his first name, “Abraham Ellis, Kansas.” A collector’s notation below indicates that it was acquired from Goodspeed’s Book Shop in 1950. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, mounting remnants along the right edge, and scattered light toning and soiling. Although not a true Lincoln signature, this is an uncommon example of his handwriting as he typically signed using just his first initial. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

31. Abraham Lincoln. Unsigned partly-

printed invitation to a White House dinner filled out in another hand, 5.5 x 3.5, in full: “The President & Mrs. Lincoln request the honor of The Secretary of the Navy’s company at dinner on Saturday, August 3, 1861, at 7 o’clock. An early answer is requested.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.25 x 7.25. In fine condition. This otherwise nondescript invitation is actually to an official state dinner hosted at the White House to receive Prince Napoleon, the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte. Attendees included other cabinet members, Winfield Scott, and George B. McClellan. Starting Bid $200

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Presidential pardon signed the same day he abolished slavery in all US territories

32. Abraham Lincoln. Manuscript DS as president, one page both sides, 10.75

x 16.5, June 19, 1862. President Lincoln issues a pardon. In part: “Whereas, at the December Term, A.D., 1857…Isaac Lambert was convicted on two indictments for Larceny and was sentenced to imprisonment in the Penitentiary for the term of three years under each conviction;—And whereas, the said Isaac Lambert has served over three-fourths of his double term of six years, in a patient, penitent, and exemplary manner;—And whereas, it appears that the family…are in a destitute condition, and that his labor is necessary for their support…I, Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States of America,…grant unto him, the said Isaac Lambert, a full and unconditional pardon.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward. The white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains fully intact. Repaired separations to intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and scattered toning, otherwise fine condition.

Lincoln’s pardon came after receiving several petitions sent on Lambert’s behalf, including a recommendation for his pardon endorsed by two of the convicting jurors in his trial of 1857. On the same day he signed this pardon, Lincoln also signed a historic bill that prohibited slavery in all current and future Federal territories, a key piece of legislation on the road to emancipation. With this act, Lincoln and Congress repudiated the Supreme Court’s Dred Scott decision of five years earlier which held that the federal government had no power to regulate slavery in US territories. At the same time, Lincoln was beginning to craft the Emancipation Proclamation and would issue it just over six months later on January 1, 1863. A highly desirable example signed at an important moment in the abolition of slavery. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Endorsing an appointment request for “an original Republican,” Grant’s battlefield surgeon 33. Abraham Lincoln. Bold

handwritten and signed endorsement as president, “Submitted to the Secretary of War, A. Lincoln, Jan. 23, 1863,” penned on the reverse of a letter sent to him by Benjamin Brown French, two pages, 7.75 x 9.5, Office of the Commissioner of Public Buildings letterhead, January 21, 1863. French’s letter, in part: “I have just recd. a letter from a very intimate friend, now at Memphis, Tenn. Surgeon John G. F. Holston…I know him to be as accomplished a surgeon as there is in the U. S. He went into service when the war commenced…has been in responsible & difficult positions, has never had a leave of absence or missed a day of duty. He was severely injured in the battles of Iuka & Corinth, & has not been well since…After the battle of Corinth Gen. Grant recommended him for promotion, but he has not received it. Surgeon Holston would be glad to receive the appointment of Medical inspector…I do not believe a better man can be found…My friend Holston was an original Republican, & did excellent service in the cause…

I hope he will not remain unrewarded for his untiring duty, for he is always to be relied on.” Matted and framed with a color portrait, transcript, and nameplate affixed to the glass to an overall size of 25.75 x 29. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light toning (a line of toning through the date in Lincoln’s endorsement). Oversized.

On October 5, 1862, surgeon John G. F. Holston wired the headquarters of General Grant to relay casualties and losses incurred during the horrific two-day Battle of Corinth—‘am wounded doing well…confed wounded dressed rapidly, their wounded much worse than ours…Men not so good as ours…all operations performed…all sick cared for.’ Impressed by the objectivity and skill with which Holston treated the scores of injured soldiers, Grant issued a recommendation for his promotion, adding that ‘the wounded, both friend and enemy, are much indebted to Surgeon J. G. F. Holston, Medical Director, for his untiring labors in organizing hospitals and providing for their every want.’ The promotion finally crossed the desk of President Lincoln and was swiftly approved at the start of 1863. This would also not be the last time Grant’s high consideration of Holston would come into effect; following his inauguration in the spring of 1869, President Grant appointed the former field surgeon as his own personal doctor, a position he would hold until his own death in 1876. A superlative wartime endorsement issued less than a month after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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34. Andrew Johnson. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, June 26, 1865.

President Johnson directs the “Secretary of State to affix the seal of the United States to a Warrant for the Conditional pardon of E. H. Murrell.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Johnson. In fine condition. Accompanied by three different tickets to the Senate Gallery for Johnson’s impeachment trial. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

35. U. S. Grant.

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, March 26, 1870. President Grant directs the “Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of John Thrasher, Jr.” Signed at the conclusion by President Grant.

In fine condition, with the lower horizontal fold passing through the signature and toning to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The commander’s support for a volunteer wounded at Shiloh 36. U. S. Grant. Civil War–dated ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Maj. Gen.,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, October 14, 1863. Letter concerning a colonel wounded at the Battle of Shiloh. In full: “Col. P. J. Sullivan, late of the 48th Ohio Vols. is hereby authorized to remain within this Department and to practice his profession or engage in any business consistent with existing orders. This is to recommend Col. Sullivan to the Dist. & Port commanders for such facilities as are allowed to loyal men.” Affixed at the left edge to a slightly larger cardstock sheet. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light toning and soiling.

Sullivan gallantly led a regiment of Ohio Volunteers in the Battle of Shiloh, where he had his left arm shattered by a musket ball.

All together, he was wounded three times and had four horses shot out from under him. Although he was never able to return to battle, he did serve for a time as post commander at Memphis. Following the war, Grant recommended him for a brevet promotion to brigadier general. At this time Grant was amidst the Chattanooga Campaign as commander of the newly created Military Division of the Mississippi, bringing all of the territory from the Appalachian Mountains to the Mississippi River under a single commander for the first time. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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A cactus-covered camp for “keeping a large number of Indian prisoners” 37. U. S. Grant. Endorsement signature, “U. S. Grant,” at the conclusion of manuscript DS signed “E. D. Townsend,” one page, 10 x 8, August 6, 1867. Grant signs on August 9 to approve the document and forward it to the secretary of war. In part: “Case of Military Reservation at Camp Goodwin, AT [Arizona Territory]…Major G. Chapin, 14th Infantry, Commanding Camp Goodwin, forwards a sketch of the Military Reservation at that Post with the following description: 6 miles square—Northern Boundary of the Gila River, the channel of which averages a depth of 2 feet. A small stream, Tuloiosa rises in the swamp lands immediately adjoining the S.E. side of the Camp…

Reservation composed chiefly of gravelly mesas, rising and falling at various altitudes and covered with stunted shrubs and different varieties of cacti…Forwarded by General McDowell…approved and recommending that the military reservation be made by the proper authority, and stating that ‘it is needed of the size indicated because of the small quantity of arable land it contains and the necessity of keeping a large number of Indian prisoners upon it.’” In very good condition, with a vertical fold passing through a single letter of Grant’s signature, repaired separations to the two main vertical storage folds, and scattered toning. Camp Goodwin was originally used as an Army base during the Apache War and for protecting settlers in the Upper Gila River region. It was abandoned in 1871 due to frequent outbreaks of malaria, but subsequently used as a subagency of the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation until about 1884. One of Grant’s chief policies in his campaign platform the year after this document was an ‘Indian Peace Policy’ to establish reservations and reduce frontier violence. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Early Civil War letter as Grant prepares for his first battle 38. U. S. Grant. Civil War–dated ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Brig. Gen.

Com.,” one page, 7.5 x 7, September 17, 1861. Letter to a colonel at Fort Jefferson, written from his headquarters at Cairo, Illinois. In full: “Your orders meet with my entire approval. I hope you will see them enforced.” A small edge separation to the lower horizontal fold, light soiling, trimmed edges, and writing a shade or two light, otherwise fine condition. At this early point in the war Grant had just been appointed to his first command post and had established his headquarters in Cairo earlier in September. Two weeks earlier he had led his troops to a peaceful capture of Paducah, Kentucky, which gave the Union control of the mouth of the Tennessee River.

He soon met his first test in combat with the Battle of Belmont in November, moving from Cairo across the Mississippi River to attack the Confederate stronghold at Columbus, Kentucky. Grant’s victory in this fight first brought him to the attention of President Abraham Lincoln as one of the few Union officers willing to fight, paving the way for his future as the Union Army’s commanding general. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Twice-signed presidential check 39. U. S. Grant. Desirable bank check as president, 8 x 3, filled out and signed by Grant, “U. S. Grant,” payable to “Self” for $150, July 17, 1873, also endorsed on the reverse by Grant.

All but the name of the bank is in Grant’s hand. Expected check wear, cancellation slits to the bottom edge extending into Grant’s signature, a bit of brushing to the first letter, light foxing to the right side, and some mild ink transfer to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce 1876 Grant-signed ship’s papers for a whaling voyage

Stunning boldly signed cabinet portrait

40. 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 PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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41. U. S. Grant. Choice 4 x 5.75 cabinet photo of Grant in a stately

bust-length pose, neatly signed on the mount in black ink. Published by H. Le Lieure of Rome. Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 9 x 11. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

42. Rutherford B. Hayes.

Three items: a DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 8 x 10, March 3, 1879, authorizing “the conditional pardon of Julius Bergholz”; an ALS signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, August 27, 1885, declining a proposal “in regard to writing for the press”; and a bold full ink signature, “Rutherford B. Hayes,” on an off-white 5.5 x 2.75 slip. In overall fine condition, with a block of toning to the top of the pardon document. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

43. Rutherford B. Hayes. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 7.75 x 10, September 6, 1877. President Hayes directs the “Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of Emmett R. Tolty.”

Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Hayes.

In fine condition, with trivial soiling to the right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

45. William McKinley. Two items: an ink signature, “For Mrs. J. F. Porter, with the cordial good wishes of William McKinley, May, 25, 1897,” on a beige 5.25 x 2.25 card presumably clipped from the top of a published speech; and a TLS signed “W. McKinley,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, December 9, 1896, in full: “I enclose you the letter which you left here a few days ago. Since reading the letter, I am more impressed that you are entitled to my thanks.” In fine condition, with trivial foxing to the signature; and a partial separation to the intersecting folds (passing through two letters of the signature), staple holes, slight dampstaining to lower left corner, and some creasing and soiling to upper portion of the letter, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

44. James A. Garfield. Two items: an ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 5.25, House of Representatives letterhead, February 18, 1867, a letter responding to an autograph request; and an LS signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page, 5.25 x 8, July 22, 1880, in part: “Please accept for yourself, and the member of the club, my thanks for your earnest work.” Rough bottom edge and show-through from toning to reverse of the ALS, and intersecting folds and slight soiling to the LS, otherwise overall fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the LS. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce large Garfield signature as president

46. James A. Garfield. Scarce and impressive ink signature as president, “James A. Garfield, April 13, 1881,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.25 slip. Handsomely double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 11 x 15. In fine condition, with a trivial brush to the last letter. Garfield was afforded only four months to sign autographs during his presidency as he was shot by assassin Charles Guiteau on July 2, 1881. This unusually large, bold signature dates to just six weeks into Garfield’s term and is a superb overall example.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

47. Theodore Roosevelt. Hand-

some matte-finish 6.25 x 8.25 portrait of Roosevelt, affixed to its original 7 x 10.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in ink as president, “To James F. Kelly, with the regards of Theodore Roosevelt, Feb 27th 1909.” In very good condition, with a large crack passing from the left edge of the mount into the lapel area of the photo, stain to upper right corner, and trimmed edges. Roosevelt left the White House just one week later on March 4. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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48.

Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, one

page, 8.5 x 11, Excelsior letterhead, April 2, 1910.

Letter to Robert Skinner, in full: “I wish I could stop at Hamburg but it is out of the question. I cannot undertake another engagement of any kind. Not even when it is tendered by a man whom I like and respect as much as I do you.” Roosevelt has added a closing exclamation point in his own hand.

Partial separations to intersecting folds (two passing through portions of the signature), light creasing, and an office stamp to upper left, otherwise fine condition. Serving as American consul to Marseilles, the hub of France’s colonial dealings, Robert Skinner developed a strong interest towards the African nation of Abyssinia in the late 1890s. In 1903, he convinced President Roosevelt to pursue a trade treaty, gaining the US a new ally and a resource-rich trade partner.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

49. Theodore Roosevelt. Crisp ink

signature, “T. Roosevelt,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.5 clipped card affixed to a 7.75 x 10 sheet bearing an affixed image of Roosevelt in his United States Volunteer uniform. In fine condition, with a small crease to lower right corner.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

50. Theodore Roosevelt. Personal check, 8.25 x 2.75, filled out

in another hand and signed by Roosevelt as president, payable to T. H. Netherland for $42.55, February 23, 1909. In very good condition, with slight creasing, expected bank stamps, cancellation cuts and holes (affecting a few letters of the signature), and light brushing to his first name. Thomas H. Netherland served as a clerk in the White House, whose main responsibility was issuing social invitations. On May 12, 1909, Netherland shot himself in a fit of depression due to a nervous breakdown resultant from overwork in the closing days of his White House service. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

52. Theodore Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, uncommon United States Civil Service Commission letterhead, December 20, 1889.

Letter to R. M. Johnson, in full: “Next week I shall be in New York and shall call on you to talk about going to Chicago and give you the little interview you wish. I suppose you would rather like to have it short,” with Roosevelt underlining the last word. In fine condition, with three horizontal folds (one passing immediately below the signature), slight toning to edges, and a trivial ding to bottom edge. Appointed to the US Civil Service Commission in 1888, Roosevelt spent seven years in the agency, enthusiastically working to ensure that government employees were selected based on merit rather than personal relationships. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

51. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as

president, one page, 7.25 x 9, black-bordered Executive Mansion letterhead, September 27, 1901. Letter to Edward North Buxton in England.

In full: “Just a line to thank you cordially for your letter of the 14th instant. I hope you will be on this side of the water before my term is out.” In very good condition, with moderate to heavy overall soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Roosevelt had assumed the presidency two weeks earlier upon the assassination of President McKinley and the nation was still in mourning, thus the uncommon black-bordered stationery.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

53. William H. Taft. Scarce signed book: Ethics in Service. First edition. New Haven: Yale University Press, 1915.

Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.25, 101 pages. Signed and inscribed on a free end page in fountain pen, “For J. B. McGhee, with best wishes, Wm. H. Taft, Jany 30, 1921.” Autographic condition: Scattered toning, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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54. William H. Taft. Set of three items: a TLS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, October 15, 1910, in part: “I am very much interested in your letter of October 10th, in which you recommend Mr. Fisher to an existing vacancy on the Supreme Court. I should like to ask you what your opinion is of Mr. Fisher’s judgment on questions of law.

Is he a learned lawyer, and has he that sense of proportion, that calmness of consideration which distinguishes an earnest and enthusiastic advocate from a seasoned and judicially-minded practitioner, who comes under the Vermont designation of ‘safe’?” with Taft adding “Personal” in the upper right corner in his own hand; and two ink signatures, “Wm. H. Taft,” signed and inscribed on individual off-white cards, both approximately 4.75 x 2.75, dated January 3 and February 17, 1914. Slight foxing and trivial brushing to one signature, and scattered soiling and feathering to signature on the letter, otherwise overall fine condition. The recipient of the letter, John P. Wilson, was a prominent Chicago attorney who declined appointment to the Supreme Court offered by President William McKinley. “Mr. Fisher” is presumably Walter L. Fisher, another Chicago attorney and a mutual friend of Taft and Wilson, who, despite not earning a Supreme Court nomination, went on to serve as Taft’s secretary of the interior from 1911 to 1913. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Wilson’s ultimatum on German submarine warfare 55. Woodrow Wilson. Printed speech in booklet form, “Address of the President of the United States, Delivered at a Joint Session of the Two Houses of Congress, April 19, 1916,” 6 x 9.25, seven pages, issued by the Government Printing Office. Signed on the final page of text in black ink by Wilson. Autographic condition: fine, with mild toning to the signed page. Book condition: G+/None.

Less than a month before Wilson delivered this address to Congress, Germany sparked an international diplomatic crisis when one of their submarines sank the French cross-channel ferry Sussex, resulting in 80 casualties, 25 of which were American civilians. Referring back to the disastrous sinking of the Lusitania in World War I—“so singularly tragical and unjustifiable as to constitute a truly terrible example of the inhumanity of submarine warfare as the commanders of German vessels have…been conducting it”—Wilson passionately condemned the German actions, threatening to sever diplomatic relations between the two nations if it continued. Five days later, Germany abandoned its U-boat campaign around Britain and the Mediterranean in response. When they reintroduced the policy the following February, Wilson made good on his threat, declaring war on April 2, 1917. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

56. Warren G. Harding. Two items: a fountain pen signature, “Sincerely

yours, Warren G. Harding,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card; and a TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, April 15, 1921, in part: “Recalling your statement as to the feelings of the King of Spain and, noting his report of the inquiry as given to you by the Secretary of the Navy, I am disposed to render a verdict like that of our famous old character, out in Ohio, the immortal ‘J.N.,’ who always referred to the Civil War by saying ‘both were wrong and both right.’” The card is in fine condition, with trivial foxing and soiling; and some slight foxing and soiling, a light uniform block of toning from previous display, and mounting remnants to the reverse of the letter, otherwise fine condition. The signature is accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, addressed in Harding’s own hand, with some brushing to the ink. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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58. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Choice

57. Calvin Coolidge. Signed book: The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge. First edition, limited issue, numbered 399/1000. NY: Cosmopolitan Book Corporation, 1929. Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.5, 247 pages.

Signed on the colophon in fountain pen. Autographic condition: fine.

Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

matte-finish 8.25 x 10.75 Bachrach portrait of Roosevelt behind his desk, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Miss Effie Knowles, from Franklin Roosevelt.” Double-matted and framed with a nameplate affixed to the glass to an overall size of 16.5 x 19. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Remarkable 1931 speech notes addressing agriculture and government assistance for Depression-era New Yorkers, crucial to “help restore that close relationship with its people” 59. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Typed and handwritten notes for a speech given by Roosevelt, comprising one unsigned 8.5 x 11 sheet written in pencil by FDR, and a typed 8.5 x 11 page signed in pencil, “O.K.E., F.D.R.,” no date [but 1931]. The handwritten sheet reads, in full: “2. On the land, 25,000,000 are poor, nearly all of them—but very few are starving—most of their food they require no cash for—they have a roof over their heads. 3. What would happen if this country were to make a definite program to enable 14,000,000 now in cities to go to small farms where they could raise a large part of their food & perhaps find a job in the nearest community—with the full understanding that not one of them would ever get rich. 4. How many would apply?” The typewritten sheet reads, in full: “Prevention of further crises like the present one is a different problem, involving the economics and long-range planning. Actual relief work this winter is too big in most places for private and local facilities to meet. The State accepts the task cheerfully because it believes it will help restore that close relationship with its people which is necessary to preserve our democratic form of government.” Both pages are handsomely matted and framed with a photo to an overall size of 40.25 x 22.75. In good to very good condition, with overall toning to handwritten sheet, scattered soiling to typewritten sheet, and chips, small edge tears, and small pieces of mounting tape to reverse of both sheets. The text is clear and generally unaffected throughout.

Roosevelt’s language, particularly that on the typewritten sheet, echoes that which he used in describing the aims of the Temporary Emergency Relief Administration (TERA), one of his most important initiatives as Governor of Depression-era New York. This pioneering program of state-administered government assistance, established in October 1931, was the first of its kind in the country. Its success not only helped push FDR to the forefront of Democratic nominees for president the following year, but also provided an important model for the New Deal programs—including Social Security, the Works Progress Administration, and others—that he would soon enact as Commander-in-Chief. An important and historic document from the man who strove to rescue America from the most dire economic state it had ever known. Oversized.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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60. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Rare ALS signed “FDR,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, Roosevelt & O’Connor letterhead, no date but postmarked September 29, 1927. Letter to M. L. Long, in part: “Thanks for the Monday’s mail. I do hope you got through that day & that you are getting a really good rest. I’m very busy every minute of the day & evening—The auditor is nearly through…Mrs. Roosevelt goes back tomorrow morning.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and trivial creasing.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Roosevelt’s own hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

61. Franklin D. Roosevelt. ANS

in pencil, signed “FDR,” one page, 4 x 5.5, February 10, 1934. In full: “Here is an immediate joint job for you & Jim— Go to it.” In very good condition, with moderate scattered creases and a paperclip impression and pinholes to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

63. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as

president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, March 7, 1935. Letter to James R. Corcoran of the Fly Club, in full: “I am perfectly delighted with that little book and it is a real addition to my collection. That was a wonderful dinner— beautifully served and a great success in every way. I do hope I can get back next year.” In fine condition, with slight soiling and creasing.

Founded in 1836, the Fly Club is an undergraduate social group at Harvard University, and Roosevelt, as a former student member of the society, attended many of its annual dinners. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

62. Franklin D. Roosevelt. DS, one page, 7.75 x 7.25, April 9, 1931. Veto document issued from the State of New York Executive Chamber during his time as governor, in part: “To the Senate: I am returning herewith, without my approval, Senate Bill…entitled: ‘An Act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to equipment of motor vehicles and trailers’…This bill would impose a hardship on the motorists of the State. I would approve a bill making the amendments herein contained applicable to trucks and motor busses.”

At the conclusion, Roosevelt boldly adds, “And other commercial vehicles.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling, show-through from mounting remnants to upper corners, light pencil office notations through the body of the document, and irregularly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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64. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland letterhead, July 7, 1926. Letter to Benjamin F. Crowley, in part: “This is the first chance I have had to answer your letter of June 30th as I have had no one here to write a letter for me. As to the by-laws of Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, Inc., here are my answers to your questions: 1. Stockholders’ meetings to be held in New York, 120 Broadway, our office. 2. Annual meeting same place twelve o’clock noon during the first three weeks of December. 3.

Ten days notice for meetings is O.K. 4. A small number of directors—the smaller the better. 5. Two days notice for special meeting of directors O.K. 6. Calendar year to be fiscal year O.K. 7. Put in dummy directors and myself for meeting on July 12th. I will take the Presidency for the time being. 8. Am making statement out of the advances which I have made in connection with the purchase and development of the Warm Springs property.” First page bears pencil check marks in an unknown hand. A light uniform block of toning from previous display, punch holes to left edge, trivial soiling, and a paperclip impression to top edge, otherwise fine condition.

In 1924, FDR traveled to Warm Springs, Georgia, where he found that immersion in the area’s mineral-rich warm water was one of the few things that provided relief from his polio-induced paralysis. Shortly thereafter he partnered with Basil O’Connor to purchase the resort and develop it into a world-class polio treatment center—the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation. An interesting letter from the founding days of the famous foundation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

65. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS,

one page, 8.5 x 11, Executive Mansion letterhead, December 15, 1932. Letter to Elmer J. Whitman, in full: “Thank you for that friendly letter expressing your pleasure over my election. You may be sure that I am always particularly glad to hear from my former friends of the Navy, although I was sorry to hear that you had had difficulty lately in finding employment. You may be sure that it gave me great pleasure to add my autograph to the picture of the U.S.S. Dyer. It took me back to old times.” A few chips and partial separations to edges, and some slight creasing, otherwise fine condition.

In July of 1918, Assistant Secretary of the Navy FDR boarded the USS Dyer headed for Europe to get a first-hand glimpse at the Navy during wartime. Nothing of significance happened, but the trip made an impact on Roosevelt, as it was the only time he felt a part of the military. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

66. Harry S. Truman.

Booklet containing Truman’s address to the United Nations given on October 24, 1950, entitled ‘A New Page in History,’ twelve pages, 3.75 x 8.5, signed and inscribed on the front cover in fountain pen to his White House correspondence secretary, “To Bill Hassett, with appreciation, Harry S. Truman.” Rusty staples and stains to the left edge, otherwise fine condition.

Given for the fifth anniversary of the ratification of the UN Charter, Truman’s speech touched on the goal of world peace and the necessity of crushing the Communist threat in Korea. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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World War II Bronze Star citation for a Red Cross serviceman’s action during the D-Day invasion 67. Harry S. Truman. DS as president, one page, 8 x .5, White House letterhead, no

date but circa January 1946. Citation for a Bronze Star Medal awarded to a World War II veteran for his meritorious service. In part: “Mr. Charles P. Howard, American Red Cross Representative, performed meritorious service while serving with the 117th Infantry Regiment from June 1944 to May 1945, in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Although sharing the difficulties and hazards incident to the campaign, he never relaxed his high standards of cooperation and unselfishness, and contributed materially to the morale of the troops.” In fine condition, with expected document wear. Accompanied by the original transmittal letter from the Army Service Forces, dated January 30, 1946. The 117th was a part of the 30th Infantry Division, which was one of the best in the European Theater of Operations—the Germans nicknamed the division ‘Roosevelt’s SS.’ They landed at Normandy five days after D-Day and spearheaded Operation Cobra to punch through German defenses. Given the amount of combat the 117th was involved in, Howard must have aided countless soldiers while attached to the regiment. A superb WWII–related document from the president who ended the war. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare complete issue— “Dewey Defeats Truman” 68. Harry S. Truman. Rare com-

plete issue of the Chicago Daily Tribune of November 3, 1948, 17 x 24, featuring the iconic banner headline “Dewey Defeats Truman.” Central vertical and horizontal folds with wear to portions of the horizontal fold, scattered irregular toning to the upper section, and a few small edge chips and tears, otherwise fine condition. When the decision to print this paper was made, returns were coming in very slowly and time was running out before the deadline for the edition. The Tribune staff, based on the early returns, decided Dewey would be the next President. After the newspaper was delivered to the street, more returns came in and showed that Truman would in fact be reelected. The already delivered ‘error’ newspapers were gathered for return by staff members sent out to pick them up from newsstands and homes in the Chicago area.

Original, entirely complete editions of this newspaper are becoming increasingly scarce. Starting Bid $200

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69. Harry S. Truman. Program for Truman’s 79th

birthday, two pages, 8.5 x 11, May 8, 1963, signed and inscribed on the front cover in fountain pen, “To my good friend and long time associate, Hon. John Snyder, with kindest regards and deep appreciation of his support and friendship. Harry S. Truman.” In fine condition. Snyder, an old Army buddy from the early 1920s, served in President Truman’s cabinet as secretary of the Treasury. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“A Democrat after my own heart” 70. Harry S. Truman. Printed

Senate bill entitled ‘A Bill to amend the Reconstruction Finance Corporation Act,’ three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.5 x 11, August 3, 1939, signed and inscribed at the top in fountain pen, “Best wishes to Frederick Firweave, a Democrat after my own heart, Harry S. Truman, USS Mo.” Central vertical and horizontal folds, scattered creases, and toning to edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

72. Harry S. Truman. Matte-finish

3.5 x 5 head-and-shoulders photo of Truman, signed in the lower border in black ballpoint.

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope bearing a pre-printed free frank. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

73. Harry S. Truman. Block

of four purple three-cent postage stamps honoring George Washington saving his army at Brooklyn, 4 x 2, signed diagonally in fountain pen. In fine condition, with some light contrast to signature against the dark background.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

74. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

71. Harry S. Truman. Handsome matte-finish 7.25 x 9.25 portrait of Truman by Leo Stern, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Best wishes to Mrs. Mary Ana Kapek, from Harry S. Truman, 3/25/58.”

Double-matted and framed with a nameplate affixed to the glass to an overall size of 13.75 x 15.75. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Superb mattefinish 11.5 x 9.75 photo of Eisenhower’s portrait as painted by Thomas E. Stephens, boldly signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen as president, “For: Stephen Benedict, with best wishes and with lasting appreciation of invaluable service on the White House staff, Dwight D. Eisenhower.” In fine condition. Benedict began working on the Eisenhower campaign in 1952, and upon successfully winning the White House found himself as an assistant in the administration.

He left the position in April 1955 to join the United States Information Agency, upon which President Eisenhower thoughtfully presented him with this inscribed portrait as a token of gratitude. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare original Eisenhower Doctrine manuscript addressing the “often troubled” Middle East

75. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Exceedingly rare TMS, thirteen pages, 8.25 x 13.25, January 5, 1957. An original manuscript of the important address to Congress in which he proposed the ‘Eisenhower Doctrine,’ typed on official legal paper watermarked with the presidential seal. In part: “The Middle East has abruptly reached a new and critical stage in its long and important history…Since the First World War there has been a steady evolution toward self-government and independence…The evolution to independence has in the main been a peaceful process. But the area has been often troubled. Persistent crosscurrents of distrust and fear with raids back and forth across national boundaries have brought about a high degree of instability in much of the Mid East…Russia’s rulers have long sought to dominate the Middle East…The reason for Russia’s interest in the Middle East is solely that of power politics. Considering her announced purpose of Communizing the world, it is easy to understand her hope of dominating the Middle East… The action which I propose would have the following features…It would, first of all, authorize the United States to cooperate with and assist any nation or group of nations in the general area of the Middle East in the development of economic strength dedicated to the maintenance of national independence…undertake in the same region programs of military assistance and cooperation with any nation or group of nations which desires such aid…to include the employment of the armed forces of the United States to secure and protect the territorial integrity and political independence of such nations, requesting such aid, against overt armed aggression from any nation controlled by International Communism.” In fine condition.

Eisenhower developed this policy in response to the fear of Soviet interference in the region after its instability was highlighted in the Suez Crisis. With this doctrine, the president made it clear that the United States would not permit Communist aggression in the Middle East. The military action provisions were first applied the following year during the Lebanon Crisis, during which US forces occupied Beirut. The Eisenhower Doctrine is one of the most important policies of his administration and a defining aspect of postwar American foreign policy in general; an original typescript of this historic doctrine, this is a rare and highly desirable piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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“Ike” rallies his party for the 1964 election, stressing “the need for all Republicans and like-thinking people to get together” 76. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS signed “Ike,” two pages, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, September 25, 1963. Letter to his White House Chief of Staff, Wilton Persons. In part: “I am receiving, as you can well imagine, a number of requests already for me to participate in preliminary political affairs in many states, and the National Committee has me booked for two or three speeches in 1964. Last year, in the 1962 election, they asked me to make three talks and I ended up by going into twenty-one states and making something like twenty-seven speeches. I just cannot do that kind of thing any more. I am trying by articles, statements and by every means open to me to stress (a) the need for all Republicans and like-thinking people to get together for a big push regardless of the personalities nominated…and (b) to start now the organizational work and preliminary training for carrying out an intensive program of bell ringing, distribution of literature on the important issues, getting people properly registered and ‘getting to the polls on time.’” He adds a short postscript at the conclusion, initialed “D,” apologizing for declining the request for an appearance. In fine condition. The 1964 election put the incumbent Lyndon B. Johnson against Republican nominee Barry Goldwater, and Eisenhower stayed true to his sentiments in this letter by publicly backing Goldwater despite his past harsh criticisms of the Eisenhower administration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Presidential letter to the leader of the United Nations 77. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, May 19, 1955. Letter to Dag Hammarskjold, Secretary General of the United Nations. In part: “Thank you very much for your cordial invitation to address the commemorative celebration of the United Nations, to be held in San Francisco…I have felt that the engagements already represented on my calendar were too numerous to permit the inclusion of another one, especially one involving a trip across the country. However, in view of your expressed concern and interest, I shall take the matter again under advisement and will try to give you a definite answer within a matter of a few days.” Hammarskjold added a pencil notation at the top, “Yes, please. Hld.,” in response to an office note about drafting a reply. In fine condition. The celebration was held in honor of the tenth anniversary of the signing of the UN Charter, and Eisenhower did indeed attend; he gave a nationally broadcast speech calling for the world to abandon warfare and unite to battle poverty and disease. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

78. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “John

Kennedy,” one page, 6.25 x 9, Congress of the United States letterhead, June 15, 1951. Letter to Fred R. Martin, in full: “It was nice to see you at the home of Representative and Mrs. Gay last Saturday. I hope to see you again soon.” In fine condition, with slight creasing to upper portion and staple holes to upper left corner. A bold, atypically legible signature from the young congressman.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Patriotic 1960 campaign flyer 79. John F. Kennedy. Fantastic tri-fold campaign flyer for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, 3.75 x 9, signed on the front in blue ballpoint. The flyer unfolds to a size of 11 x 17.5 and features several blurbs describing Kennedy’s qualities and achievements, describing him as a Pulitzer Prize winner, champion of labor, hard-hitting racket buster, fighter for durable peace, defender of civil liberties, and decorated war hero. A ‘Kennedy for President’ campaign button is pinned to the upper portion. A central horizontal fold, scattered creases, and a few small edge tears, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Early 1953 lease agreement for JFK’s Georgetown bachelor pad 80. John F. Kennedy. DS, three pages, 8.5 x 13, January 14, 1953.

Lease agreement between Senator Kennedy and Samuel and Pearl Alexander for a property located at 3271 P Street, NW, Washington, DC, for a monthly rate of $575, commencing on January 15, 1953.

The contract specifies that the residence is to include “all furniture, furnishings, such as drapes, curtains and the usual accessories, but not to include linens, blankets, glass or silverware, china, cooking utensils, etc,” and that the tenants will “maintain in good condition and repair the premises hereby demised, including the roof, walls, window screens, plumbing, kitchen range, water heater, electrical system, heating plant, and mechanical equipment therein contained.”

Signed at the conclusion by Kennedy and countersigned by the Alexanders and two witnesses. Handsomely matted and framed with the original blue paper folder and two images to an overall size of 34.5 x 30.5. In fine condition, with expected document wear and a trivial brush to Kennedy’s middle initial. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Oversized.

When Kennedy signed this lease agreement, he was less than two weeks into his term as Senator from Massachusetts and dating Jacqueline Bouvier, who would accompany him to the Eisenhower Inaugural Ball on January 20, 1953. Kennedy later proposed to Jackie while living here and the couple would return to the address after their wedding in September before moving to another Georgetown dwelling in December 1953. Starting Bid $300

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Sent via his sister, a favor for the Lawford matriarch 81. John F. Kennedy. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate

letterhead, July 13, 1955. Letter to Lady May Lawford sent care of her daughter-in-law, his sister Pat Kennedy, who was married to actor Peter Lawford. In part: “Enclosed is a copy of a letter and enclosures which I have received from William J. Sheppard, Acting Deputy Director for Management, of the International Cooperation Administration, in the interest of Mr. George De Masirevich…I stressed the fact that Mr. DeMasirevich was desirous of securing some of the architectural work in connection with the Government Building Programs around the world. It was my feeling that it was contract work he wished and not an appointment within the Agency. If this is the case, let me know and I will be happy to look into the matter again.” In fine condition, with the lower horizontal mailing fold passing through the bottom of the signature. Born in Hungary, George De Masirevich ran a successful private architectural practice in southern California and had just become a naturalized US citizen in April 1955. A desirable association piece within the Kennedy family, connecting the popular politician with the glamor of Hollywood. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

82. John F. Kennedy: Eulogies. Printed

booklet of the three eulogies delivered in the rotunda of the United States Capitol on November 24, 1963, six pages, 5.75 x 9, signed on the front in fountain pen by Earl Warren and John W. McCormack, and in black felt tip by Mike Mansfield. In fine condition, with light creases.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

83. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jackie,” one page, 5.75 x

3.75, red-bordered stationery card, no date. Letter to Marge McNamara, wife of Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara, in part: “This is meant to smell good for 50 years and I hope each Christmas will find you happier than the one before—because you deserve it.” Pencil notations in the upper right date the letter to Christmas Day, 1967. In fine condition, with a trivial brush to the salutation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Detailed account by the skipper who rescued the crew of PT-109 84. John F. Kennedy: W.F. Liebenow. ALS signed “W. F. Liebenow,” nine pages on five sheets, 8.5 x 11, October 17, 1988. A detailed letter describing the circumstances surrounding the sinking of PT-109 and his subsequent rescue operation, in part: “A meeting was called of the ranking officers and boat captains to discuss a rescue attempt…Many thought it a…trick to lure the boats into the open. However, it was finally decided that the PT 157 would attempt the rescue.” Liebenow and his crew treated this as a “routine mission.

We knew the general area of the sinking. We followed the usual tactics for operation in enemy controlled waters—that is, ran at patrol speed to keep down our wake, changed course in a zig-zagging pattern to prevent” being hit by Japanese shore batteries. The two natives who had carried JFK’s famous coconut message directed PT-157 to the rendezvous. Kennedy “fired his .38 and a rifle, furnished by Evans as a signal and I answered with my .45. We hoisted him aboard and went for the rest of the crew. We pulled in through a reef and got up close to shore. Lowered our dingy and ferried the wounded aboard 1st then most of the rest waded out and got aboard. You can imagine the celebration that took place. They were all singing, the medics started passing out medical alcohol and everyone was making so much noise,” Liebenow feared they would be detected. He kidded Kennedy about “letting a DD ram the PT and asked how it happened. ‘Lieb,’ he said, ‘I just don’t know.’ I think anyone who’s ridden a PT boat in battle can believe it.” In fine condition, with punch holes to left edge. Starting Bid $200

“In our actions in South Viet-Nam,” LBJ promises “to preserve freedom and defend justice” 86. Lyndon B. Johnson.

85. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president, one page,

6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, April 10, 1967. Letter to President Johnson’s personal physician, James C. Cain, in full: “Your ideas are always as welcome as your friendship.

The suggestion you offer regarding the appointment of ‘Presidential Listeners’ is an interesting one. You can be sure that it will receive careful evaluation. I leave tonight for Punta del Este, heartened by the knowledge of your interest and loyalty.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Fantastic TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, August 23, 1965. Letter to Harold H. Helm, chairman of the Chemical Bank New York Trust Company. In part: “I am grateful to you for the declaration of support that you give us in our actions in South VietNam and indeed all that we try to do to preserve freedom and defend justice.” In fine condition, with light soiling and office stamps and notations.

Accompanied by a retained carbon copy of Helms’s initial letter and a telegram inviting him to a White House luncheon. Excellent content. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

87. Richard Nixon. Interesting as-

semblage of five items: a very early partly-printed DS, signed “Richard Millhous Nixon,” one page, 8.5 x 11, October 22, 1938; a Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory form filled out by Nixon just one year after graduating Duke University School of Law, noting his educational background, date and place of birth, and bar association memberships; a post-presidential TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 11, 1980, transmitting a bookplate for his book The Real War; and three different unsigned tickets for admission to his impeachment trials. As Nixon resigned prior to the proceedings, the majority of these tickets were destroyed.

Earlier document in very good condition, with intersecting folds and foxing to upper right; other items in overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

88. Ronald Reagan. Un-

common personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Reagan, payable to Mr. Michael Gray for $50, October 9, 1989. In fine condition. Gray was Reagan’s masseur, and this check dates to just ten months after Reagan left presidential office. After leading the country for eight years, he certainly deserved some relaxation. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

90. Ronald Reagan. Program for

the 1970 Army Ball held in Los Angeles on June 13, 1970, six pages, 8.5 x 12, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Ronald Reagan and in blue ballpoint by William C. Westmoreland and Bob Hope. An American flag presumably from the event is taped to the lower left. In fine condition, with mounting remnants to the back cover. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

91. Ronald Reagan. TLS as

president signed “Ron,” one page, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, June 9, 1981. Letter to Charles J. Broska of the Shoreline Retirement Association. In part: “I don’t know what to say about Jack Anderson.

Frankly, he comes out with what he claims is sure fire material but too many times I know from the position I’m now in, it is complete fiction. I guess there’s no way of stopping him. I appreciated your tax proposal about the 10% and trying the next two years to come to some level of economic achievement…we’re convinced that the business community would not have the confidence in the Congress to carry through on those other two increases that are necessary if this tax bill is to be what we want it to be and that is an incentive; a program to increase investment and productivity.” In fine condition.

Jack Anderson was an investigative reporter who became the scourge of the Reagan administration five years later when he broke the the Iran–Contra story. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

89. Ronald Reagan. Three

items representing several different eras of his life: a DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, June 1, 1948, regarding an agreement between the Screen Actors Guild and Artists’ Managers Guild, signed at the conclusion by Reagan as president of SAG; a draft ALS as governor of California, one page, 8 x 6.25, notated January 16, 1968, in part, “I was happy to learn of your pleasant life in Texas and it was good to reminisce about those Des Moines days”; and a post-presidential felt tip signature, “Ronald Reagan,” on a white 4 x 3 souvenir ‘post-it’ imprinted with his name and the presidential seal. Toning to the first page of the document and a ballpoint office notation through the text of the draft, otherwise overall fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

92. Bill Clinton. Fine

collection of six items: a TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, January 23, 1997, to Congressman Bud Shuster, in part,“Hillary and I would like to extend our best wishes to you for your 65th birthday”; felt tip signatures, “Bill Clinton” and “Bill C., 10-201992,” on a single off-white 5.5 x 2.75 card; three different unsigned tickets to his impeachment trial; and an unsigned impeachment trial senator’s question card. In overall fine condition. Signed items precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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93. James Madison

94. Martin Van Buren

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98. Abraham Lincoln

97. James Buchanan

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100. U. S. Grant

101. Rutherford B. Hayes

103. Chester A. Arthur

104. Grover Cleveland

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96. James Buchanan Starting Bid $200

99. Abraham Lincoln Starting Bid $200

102. Chester A. Arthur Starting Bid $200

105. Benjamin Harrison Starting Bid $200

106. William McKinley

107. William McKinley

108. William McKinley

109. William H. Taft

110. William H. Taft

111. William H. Taft

112. Woodrow Wilson

113. Woodrow Wilson

114. Woodrow Wilson

115. Warren G. Harding

117. Calvin Coolidge

118. Herbert Hoover

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116. Calvin Coolidge Starting Bid $200

119. Herbert Hoover Starting Bid $200

120. Herbert Hoover Starting Bid $200

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121. Franklin D. Roosevelt Starting Bid $200

122. Franklin D. Roosevelt Starting Bid $200

125. Harry S. Truman Starting Bid $200

128. Dwight D. Eisenhower

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124. Harry S. Truman

126. Harry S. Truman

127. Harry S. Truman

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129. Dwight D. Eisenhower

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131. Dwight D. Eisenhower

123. Franklin D. Roosevelt

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132. Lyndon B. Johnson Starting Bid $200

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133. Lyndon B. Johnson Starting Bid $200

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130. Dwight D. Eisenhower Starting Bid $200

134. Richard Nixon Starting Bid $200

135. Richard Nixon

136. Richard Nixon

137. Richard Nixon

139. Gerald Ford

140. Gerald Ford

141. Gerald Ford

142. Gerald Ford

144. Jimmy Carter

145. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

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143. Jimmy Carter Starting Bid $200

146. Ronald Reagan Starting Bid $200

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147. Ronald Reagan Starting Bid $200

148. Ronald Reagan Starting Bid $200

138. Richard Nixon Starting Bid $200

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149. Ronald Reagan Starting Bid $200

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150. Ronald Reagan

151. Ronald Reagan

152. Ronald Reagan

153. Ronald Reagan

154. George Bush

155. Bill Clinton

156. Hillary Clinton

157. Hillary Clinton

158. George W. Bush

159. George W. Bush

160. George W. Bush

161. George W. Bush

162. Barack Obama

163. Barack Obama

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164. Presidents and Vice Presidents Starting Bid $200

notables

Declaration of Independence Signers Rare twice-signed handwritten letter home from England while fighting the 1765 Stamp Act 165. Benjamin Franklin.

Two ALSs written consecutively on both sides of a single sheet, both signed “B. Franklin,” 7.75 x 12.5, May 23, 1765. The first, addressed “Dear Madam,” in part: “The Bearer, Mrs. Rollof being quite a stranger in Philadelphia I hope you take the liberty of recommending her to your Civilities & requesting you could favour her with your Advice and Countenance, particularly on the Business to follow among us. She is recommended to me

by Persons of worth here, as a woman of unspotted reputation and every way deserving the Friendship of those who know her. I therefore make no Apology as if this was giving you Trouble because I know that affording you an opportunity of doing this As Kindness to good people, is one way of obliging you.”

The second, written directly below the first and continuing onto the reverse, is addressed to his wife, in part: “The Bearer, Mrs. Rollof goes to Philadelphia, with a view of following her Business there which is that of a MantleMaker. She is recommended here by Persons of worth as a woman of Reputation, and in every way deserving the Countenance and Friendship of those that know her. As such I recommend her to you and to Sally and I know you will do everything in your power by your Advice and Recommendation to promote and serve her.” In very good condition, with partial separations to central horizontal fold, two large repaired tears extending from the bottom edge through portions of the text, light soiling and staining, a block excised from the lower left corner, and overall writing a few shades light. Accompanied by a handsome custom-bound presentation folder.

Originally sent to London to petition the king to make Pennsylvania a Royal colony rather than a proprietary province, Franklin’s mission shifted focus with Parliament’s passing of the Stamp Act in March of 1765, set to take effect in November. With his strong opposition to the Act he emerged as the leading spokesman for American interests in England, and his efforts helped build support for its repeal a year later. A precursor to the Townshend Acts and the Tea Act, the Stamp Act reverberated over the course of the next decade in the slogan ‘no taxation without representation,’ the driving force behind the Revolution. A fantastic twice-signed piece from an important time in America’s journey towards independence. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 43

Militia appointment as the Constitution nears ratification

166. John Hancock. Partly-printed DS, one page, 15 x 12, June 9,

1788. As governor of Massachusetts, Hancock appoints Abel Wentworth as “Ensign of a company in the fourth Regim[ent] and first Division of the militia in this Commonwealth.” Signed on the left side by Hancock and countersigned at the conclusion by John Avery as secretary. The white paper seal affixed above Hancock’s signature remains intact. In very good condition, with repaired separations to intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), repaired paper loss to the right edge (affecting a small section of the filled-in text), other smaller areas of paper loss, and heavy show-through from docketing to reverse affecting the signature area.

Although Hancock was concerned with the newly drafted US Constitution’s lack of a bill of rights, he came to support it during the contentious ratification debate of 1788. Hancock’s position in support of the Constitution was probably a deciding factor in the Massachusetts Convention’s vote to ratify on February 6, 1788, in a close vote of 187 to 168. New Hampshire was the last state to ratify, its vote coming mere weeks after this document on June 21, 1788. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 44 | October 14, 2015 | NOTABLES

167. Elbridge Gerry.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Massachusetts (1744–1814) who later served as vice president under James Madison.

Partly-printed DS, filled out

by Gerry incorporating his full name three times, “Elbridge Gerry,” and signed “E. Gerry,” one page, 8.25 x 13.25, June 24, 1806.

Document concerning a real estate transaction. In part: “I Elbridge Gerry of Cambridge in the County of Middlesex Esquire in Consideration of three hundred dollars…I…grant, sell and convey…a lot of land containing about four acres more or less…being in Marblehead.”

Signed at the conclusion by Gerry, his wife Ann Gerry, and two of their children as witnesses. Also includes five letters from the Gerry family, dated from 1801 through 1814, including one from his son Elbridge Gerry, Jr., three from his daughter Catherine, and one from his other son Thomas. In very good condition, with repaired separations to intersecting folds, small areas of paper loss where folds meet, some scattered staining, and show-though from docketing to reverse. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

168. Thomas H e y w a r d , J r.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from South Carolina (1746– 1809). Ink signature, “Tho. Heyward, Jr.,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.5 slip clipped from a document. A small area of ink erosion, a horizontal fold passing through the top of the signature, and show-through from writing to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

169. Samuel Huntington.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Connecticut (1731–1796) and seventh president of the Continental Congress. Ink signature, “Samuel Huntington,” on an off-white 4 x 1.75 slip clipped from the body of a partly-printed document filled out in Huntington’s hand. In fine condition, with light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

170. Richard Henry Lee. Signer of the

Declaration of Independence from Virginia (1732–1794).

Third-person ink signature, “Richard Henry Lee,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.75 slip clipped from an autograph document, containing about forty words in his hand on both sides. Show-through from writing to opposing sides and a tiny tear to one line above the signature, otherwise fine condition Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

171. Robert Morris. Partly-

printed DS, signed “Rob’t Morris,” one page, 12.25 x 9.75, April 18, 1795. Document certifying that “William Temple Franklin is entitled to ten Shares in the entire Property of the North American Land Company; the Dividend whereof shall not be less than Six Dollars on each Share Annually.”

Boldly signed at the conclusion by Morris as the company’s president and countersigned by James Marshall as secretary. Repaired edge separations to the toned central vertical fold, a few stray ink marks, and a couple tiny holes, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

172. Robert Morris. Partly-printed DS,

signed “Rob’t Morris,” one page, 12.25 x 9.75, April 18, 1795. Document certifying that “William Temple Franklin is entitled to ten Shares in the entire Property of the North American Land Company.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Morris as the company’s president and countersigned by James Marshall as secretary. Repaired to very good condition, with intersecting folds, several repaired edge chips and tears (especially to the top), toning, and a few small holes (one at the bottom of the first letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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American Politicians and Leaders 173. George Bancroft. Col-

lection of four items, each signed by Bancroft, including: a cabinet photo signed and inscribed to a South Carolinian literary society; an LS as secretary of the Navy regarding the steamers “Engineer” and “Ontario”; an LS declining an invitation to lecture at the Rochester Athenaeum; and a clipped signature. A spot of surface loss to the top of the cabinet photo and some repaired reparations to letters, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

174. Aaron Burr. ALS signed “A. Burr,” one page, 7.25 x 9, July 24, 1802. Letter to James Morris concerning a real estate transaction.

In part: “Mr. Smith has for several months past frequently applied to me for permission to issue in my name an…order that the Lands may be sold…

This appears to me to be reasonable & proper; but as you are now in fact the sole attorney & agent I have declined…without your sanction.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and scattered staining (not affecting overall boldness or legibility of writing). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

175. Alexander Hamilton. Ink free

frank signature, “Free, A. Hamilton,” on an off-white 1.75 x .75 slip clipped from an address panel. Affixed in the lower margin of a book page depicting the esteemed statesman. A toned vertical fold passing through his first initial, and light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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176. Alexander Hamilton.

DS, signed “A. Hamilton,” one page, 7.5 x 9.75, January 22, 1793.

Printed Treasury Department circular. In part: “Enclosed is an act, entitled, ‘An act concerning the registering and recording of ships or vessels,’ passed on the 31st of December last. This act is to take effect after the last day of March next…The Schooner Fame, of Newbury Port, having met with an accident in the Washington Indies in August last, proof has been made by the master, the loss of her Certificate No. 10…But as it is reported that the vessel has since been taken up and carried into the Island of Tortola, there is a probability of the certificate being saved.” Separations to intersecting folds and a diagonal tear to the left side repaired with heavily toned tape, a repaired horizontal split through the middle of the signature, and toning and chipping to edges, otherwise very good condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

177. Patrick Henry. Third-person manuscript DS, signed “P. Henry,” one page, 7.5 x 2, December 13, 1794. Receipt for payment accomplished in another hand and signed by Henry in a blank area of the first line, in part: “Recd from P. Henry twenty four Shillings for making Shirts for Jno. H. Christian. Recd by me.” Signed beneath by Anne Clark with her mark, “X.” Also signed in the lower left by Henry’s daughter as a witness, “Sarah Henry.” In very good condition, with a central vertical fold and heavy overall foxing. Accompanied by an engraved portrait. Henry was the legal guardian of the boy noted in the document, John Henry Christian, who was his 13-year-old nephew.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare handwritten letter to the eyewitness of his iconic ‘Give me liberty or death!’

178. Patrick Henry. ALS signed “P. Henry,” one page, 6.5 x 7, August 13, 1790.

Letter to Judge St. George Tucker, in part: “Finding Mr. Francisco going down I trouble you with this on the Subject of your Land in Cumberland. Its particular Situation in the Hands of Tenants who seem determin’d to ruin it if possible, induces me to conjecture you might wish to exchange it for other Lands that are free from any disagreeable Engagement or Incumbrance—I have therefore prevailed on Mr. Francisco to be so good as to wait on you with this & to know your Sentiments on the Subject—I propose to have your Land valued by men of Integrity & Judgemt., & in Exchange to give you Lands of equal Value, which Value I propose shall be ascertained by men of the Same Description, & agreeable to both of us—The lands I offer are as follows viz: 3—to 4000 Acres in Norfolk—about 1200 Acres near Cape Henry including the Woods at the Cape—1700 Acres in P. Edward tolerably improved—5—or 6300 at Leatherwood—5000 at Kentucky—a large Quantity in No. Carolina low down—8000 of it finely timbered on Navigation on the little Pedee.”

Also addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Henry’s hand. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a trimmed top edge.

Judge Tucker was in attendance at the Second Virginia Convention when Henry gave the address that featured his immortal quote, ‘Give me liberty or give me death!’ No transcripts or stenographer’s records of the proceedings were kept, and Judge Tucker’s recollections of the speech were the chief source for its reconstruction in William Wirt’s 1817 biography of Henry. Such lengthy handwritten letters by Henry are scarce, and the importance of his correspondent in shaping America’s memory of the founding father elevates this piece to the upper echelon of desirability. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

Rare Masonic signature from the Revolutionary War hero killed at Bunker Hill 179. Joseph Warren. Boston physician, orator and patriot (1741–1775) who was a pivotal figure in the early revolutionary agitation in Massachusetts. Exceedingly rare ink signature, “Jos. Warren,” on an off-white 4.75 x 2.25 slip clipped from a Masonic document, circa 1769–1775; also signed by Deputy Grand Master William Burbeck, Senior Grand Warden Joseph Webb, and Junior Grand Warden Moses Deshon. Affixed at the top edge to a larger sheet. Silking on the reverse for reinforcement, a repaired separation to the central vertical fold (passing through first and second letters of his last name), a repaired tear to the left side touching the downstroke of the first letter, paper loss to center, and soiling, otherwise very good condition.

Their Masonic positions are penned in another hand to the right of the signatures, with Warren denoted as “G. M’r,” meaning ‘Grand Master.’

He was an active Freemason and first appointed as Grand Master of the Scottish Rite for the Boston area in 1769, thus dating this signature to the period immediately preceding the Revolutionary War. These were important years for Warren, with activities ranging from service in the Boston Massacre investigative committee in 1770 to dispatching Paul Revere on his midnight ride in 1775. At the outbreak of the war, Warren participated in the Battles of Lexington and Concord before being killed in action at the Battle of Bunker Hill. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 47

180. Henry Laurens. Important South Carolina statesman (1724–1792) who served in the Continental Congress. Manuscript DS, one page, 7.25 x 9, January 27, 1784. In full: “Henry Laurens being duly sworn maketh Oath that his health still continues so very infirm that he has not been able to inspect & adjust his Accounts as Executor to the Estate of Elias Ball deceased, so far as to get ready to put in answer to the Bill filed against him in the Court of Chancery by, Joseph Sealy & Beulah his Wife.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered soiling, and some show-through from docketing to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

First printing of Thomas Paine’s 1796 attack on President Washington 181. Thomas Paine. Scarce book by Thomas Paine: Letter to George Washington, President of the United States of America. First edition, first printing. Philadelphia: Benj. Franklin Bache, 1796. Rebound hardcover, 4.75 x 8, 76 pages; publisher’s advertisement absent. Book condition: G/None, with front cover detached, wear to edges, and some small chips/tears to a few pages. During the French Revolution in 1793, Paine had been arrested in prison and imprisoned for nearly a year. He blamed Washington for not interceding on his behalf, and went so far as to say that the American president conspired with Robespierre to imprison him. In this scathing open letter, Paine attacks Washington as ungrateful, incompetent, and unworthy of his military and political fame. A scarce and exceedingly desirable first printing of a leading force in the philosophy of the American Revolution, made all the more interesting by its criticism of the rebellion’s greatest hero. Starting Bid $200

Complete set of America’s vice presidents 182. Vice Presidents. Uncommon full set of autographs of the thirty-three

vice presidents who did not go on to become president, primarily comprised of letters, documents, and signatures, including: Aaron Burr (check), George Clinton (DS), Elbridge Gerry (ALS), Daniel D. Tompkins (ALS), John C. Calhoun (ALS and LS), Richard Mentor Johnson (free frank), George M. Dallas (ALS), William R. King (ALS), John C. Breckinridge (free frank), Hannibal Hamlin (ALS), Schuyler Colfax (ALS), Henry Wilson (signature), William A. Wheeler (DS), Thomas A. Hendricks (check), Levi P. Morton (DS), Adlai Stevenson (Senate pass), Garret Hobart (signature), Charles W. Fairbanks (Senate pass), James S. Sherman (Senate pass and TLS), Thomas R. Marshall (ALS), Charles G. Dawes (DS), Charles Curtis (TLS), John Nance Garner (signature), Henry A. Wallace (engraved portrait), Alben W. Barkley (TLS), Hubert Humphrey (TLS), Richard Nixon and Spiro Agnew (inauguration program), Nelson Rockefeller (DS), Walter Mondale (signature), Dan Quayle (vice president card), Al Gore (signature), Dick Cheney (TLS), and Joe Biden (book page). In overall very good to fine condition. A fantastic assemblage. Starting Bid $200

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183. North Carolina Senate. Interesting 7.5

x 10 photograph of the 1899 Senate of North Carolina, affixed to its original 13 x 16 mount, listing the names of each state senator with the photographer’s information prominently displayed at the bottom, “C. P. Wharton.” The intriguing composite photograph depicts the fifty-one members of the North Carolina Senate including Thomas O. Fuller in the lower right corner, misidentified as “T. A. Fuller.” In 1898, Fuller became the first African American elected to the North Carolina Senate—and the only one until 1968. In very good condition, with overall toning and light foxing to the mount, and a crease to the upper left of the mount. Starting Bid $200

184. Robert F. Kennedy. TLS, one page,

7 x 9, Attorney General letterhead, August 23, 1963. Letter to Mickey Mehas, in full: “Thank you very much for your expression of sympathy.

It was very thoughtful of you to take the time to write. I know the President would appreciate, as I do, your kind thoughts.” In fine condition. Two weeks prior, John and Jackie Kennedy lost their newborn son Patrick to infant respiratory distress syndrome just two days after his birth. Having already suffered a miscarriage in 1954, and a stillbirth the following year, Patrick’s death was an especially difficult loss for the First Couple. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Unique Choate scrapbook signed

by JFK’s ill-fated older brother

185 Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Brother (1915–1944) of John F. Kennedy who served as a bomber pilot during WWII; he was tragically killed due to an airplane malfunction while flying a secret mission. Scrapbook kept by Leonard W. Bughman, a student at The Choate School, measuring 17 x 12.75, signed on the first several pages by his classmates, including Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., on April 7, 1932. Kennedy signs “Joe Kennedy,” and lists his home as “Bronxville, NY,” nickname and birthday, “Joe, July 25,” ambition, “To see Sewickley,” and happy thought, “To see Lennie & Mice-trap go on a twelve-month cruise to-gether.” Inside are many candid photos of his friends and classmates, including one 3 x 5 photo of Joe Kennedy, as well as various news clippings, ticket stubs, and ephemera from his time in high school. Some loose pages and items, and a few tears and creases to edges, otherwise fine condition.

Like Kennedy, Bughman entered the military and his plane was shot down when he was just 26 years old. In addition to Kennedy’s rare signature, this scrapbook offers first-person insight into what life was like for a Choate student during this period; John F. Kennedy, just two years younger than Joe, followed in his brother’s footsteps at the school. Joseph was expected to continue the family’s political dynasty, but after his death in combat the responsibility fell to JFK. An exceedingly rare, personal piece of Kennedy family history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Activists and Social Leaders 186. Clara Barton. ALS

signed “Clara,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, September 12, 1865. Letter to her nephew Sam, in part: “I don’t know what counsel you had best employ.

You are mistaken in supposing that I have any means of knowing how Genl Butler is to be employed. I could not devise it any more than I could the business of the man in the moon, and if there is any one here who knows they would not inform me. He may be going upon the Jeff. Davis trial, but I cannot believe it yet. In my opinion that would present an opportunity to distinguish himself which would scarce be allowed him,—don’t you think so? I know he is retained in the service against his own urgent request for a discharge, and I heard it suggested in New York the other day that this was only preparatory for an investigation and Court Martial for himself for embezzlement…I suppose if the truth could be known that I have made greater proficiency with my part of the case than you have with yours already, and have done four hours work to your one upon it since we last compared notes—so, don’t get discouraged boy and think no body helps you, but hop up and hustle around and pick up the facts and evidence when you can find them, get something to make a case of, and I guess someone can be found to conduct it…I too recd a letter from Genl Cullum tonight, which I must answer immediately, i.e. before I sleep, which has become with me lately a kind of imaginary period of time, more or less remote—My head is aching hard now for want of sleep—and I have two or three lawsuits and court material of my own on hand.” In a short postscript on the reverse, she apologizes for her hurried writing, “as Maj. Genl Wilson has passed most of the evening here and, I could not get time to write.” In fine condition. A superb letter accomplished during the immediate post-war period, when Barton was managing a bureau she had single-handedly established to assist in the location of missing soldiers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

187. Julia Ward Howe. Desirable AQS on an off-white 7.75 x 10 sheet, signed and inscribed at the bottom, “Julia Ward Howe, Inscribed for William J. Bok, Brooklyn, N. Y., Boston, Mass., November 17th 1881.” Howe pens a stanza of her famous work, ‘The Battle Hymn of the Republic.’ In full: “In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born / across the sea, / With a glory in his bosom that transfigures / you and me; / As he died to make men holy, let us die / to make men free, / While God is marching on.” Below, she adds: “Composed in 1860.”

She also pens an ANS on the reverse of the second integral page, signed “J. W. H.,” in full: “Thanks for your kind letter. I send the enclosed with pleasure.” A clipping of the text of this verse is also affixed to the reverse.

In fine condition, with slight creasing to upper corners.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Nightingale responds to a prospective nurse 188. Florence Nightingale. ALS, one page both sides, 8 x 10, January 15, 1876. Letter to Miss McDonagh, who intends to apply for a vacancy at St. Thomas’ Hospital. In part: “I believe there is little prospect of a vacancy for a Lady Probationer at present (Personally I know of more than 12 waiting for admission.) I believe there would be more prospects of a vacancy for a Nurse Probationer, should you choose to enter as such. Several ladies, one now enjoying a higher appointment, have done so…I would advise you, as you signify your desire to ‘enter at St. Thomas’ in any Department where there may be a vacancy,’ to mention to Mrs. Wardroper that you would have no objection to enter as a Nurse Probationer. (I will inform her of your application to me.) And I assure you that you have my best wishes for your success.” Nightingale’s letter is somewhat strangely formatted, beginning halfway down one side of the sheet, continuing for the entirety of the opposite side, and concluding on the upper half. In very good condition, with crudely repaired separations to intersecting folds (a heavy vertical fold passing through the center of her first name), and scattered creases, soiling, and edge tears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

189. Frederick Douglass. Partly-printed DS, signed “Fred’k Douglass,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.5 x 14, May 4, 1886. Deed of trust for a real estate transaction between Frank L. Summy and his wife, and trustees W. B. Cooley and George S. Emmons. Signed on the docketing panel by Douglass as recorder of deeds. Expected document wear with repaired partial separations to folds (not affecting the signed panel) and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a modern unsigned photo. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“They will never vote for any one who does not heartily & with all his might advocate & support a Civil Rights Bill on the model of the immortal Charles Sumner”

190. Wendell Phillips. American abolitionist, eloquent orator, and social reformer (1811–1884). ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, December 15, 1874. Letter to H. G. Lewis, in part: “I am sorry I cannot be with you at your celebration…But let me add the true way for the colored people of the Union to keep that anniversary is to resolve & pledge themselves, each to the other, that they will never vote for any one who does not heartily & with all his might advocate & support a Civil Rights Bill on the model of the immortal Charles Sumner.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling (affecting first name of signature), toned tape to partially separated spine, and a mounting strip along inside edge of first page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

First edition of Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age 191. Bill Wilson. Signed book: Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age. First edition. NY: Alcoholics Anonymous Publishing, Inc., 1957.

Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 335 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint, “Dear Phyllis—This in memory of Archie and in gratitude for all that you gave him of happiness—Affectionately, Bill. NY, 10/18/57.” Autographic condition: scattered toning and a stray ballpoint mark to the signed page, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG/VG-. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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American West Handsome 1836 “Texian Loan” to support the Revolution

192. Stephen F. Austin. Partly-printed DS, signed “S. F. Austin,” one page, 7.75 x 8.75, January 11, 1836. Ornate financial document headed

“Texian Loan,” in part: “Received of Thos. D. Carneal Thirty-two Dollars, the First Installment on a Loan of Three Hundred and Twenty Dollars, made by him this day to the Government of Texas for Five Years.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Austin and countersigned by two other commissioners, Branch T. Archer and William H. Wharton. Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait of Austin to an overall size of 20 x 16. Expected document wear, a triangular cancellation cut affecting the body of the document, slight feathering to ink, and show-through from docketing to reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Austin’s provisional government issued these certificates to raise money to finance the ongoing Texas Revolution. January 11, 1863, is the earliest known date for these Texian Loan documents, coming just six weeks before the infamous Battle of the Alamo. The recipient of this certificate, Thomas D. Carneal, was one of the primary subscribers. These ‘loans’ were essentially land purchase contracts redeemable at fifty cents per acre, a cheap price designed to attract large investments. As a document representing the Revolution and foundational stages of the state’s government, this is of the utmost desirability. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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193. Texas Land Deed. Manuscript DS, one page both sides, 8 x 12.5,

February 14, 1837. Deed from Santos Coy to Lucien Navarro. In part: “Before me…personally appeared Juan de los Santos Coy…who declared that for and in consideration of the Sum of Fifteen Hundred Dollars to him in Land paid by Lucien Navarro of the County of Bexarzz…he has this day granted, bargained, sold, aliened, conveyed, and by these presents does grant, bargain, sell, alien and convey to the said Lucien Navarro… all that tract or parcel of Land containing One Hundred Leagues of land… estimated on the south of the Bayou de los Cochinos on the West of the River Neches.” Signed at the conclusion by Clerk Chas. S. Taylor and Clerk Jacob Albright. One docketing panel bears a “Filed, July 21, 1903,” stamp. In very good condition, with partial separation along hinge, a few small separations along horizontal folds, some scattered light toning and some mirroring of ink to blank second integral page. The Robert Davis Collection. Starting Bid $200

194. Texas Association Stock Certificate. Ornate 10.5 x 6.75 unissued Texas Association stock certificate for a share of 8,000 square miles on the Trinity River. As the Republic of Texas was short on cash and inhabitants, as well as the threat of Mexican invasion, companies were granted large tracts of land. In fine condition. A handsome document, highlighted by a small vignette at the bottom depicting a spear-wielding Indian hunting a bison. The Robert Davis Collection.

Starting Bid $200

195. John Sutter. Californian pioneer (1803–1880) known for

his association with the Gold Rush as the owner of Sutter’s Mill, where gold was first discovered by James W. Marshall. Rare ALS signed “J. A. Sutter,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, February 3, 1858.

Letter to Silas Selleck, a noted photographer in San Francisco. In full: “When I was with you, we forgot in a hurry my Orthographe, therefor I have the pleasure of sending you a few.” In very good condition, with repaired separations to intersecting folds (one vertical separation passing through the first letter of his last name, with slight paper loss affecting it), and scattered toning. Selleck was a noted prize-winning photographer in the area, and was awarded a bronze medal at the 1858 San Francisco Mechanics’ Institute Exhibition for an ambrotype of Sutter; this portrait was judged ‘a well executed specimen of the art.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Notorious Figures and Lawmen On the brink of international espionage in the fall of 1915

197. Mata Hari. ALS in Dutch, eight pages on two sets of adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, Hotel Paulez letterhead, August 8, 1915. To her attorney Mr. E. Eijmans, complaining about problems with the contractor who is working on furnishing her house and the costly delays. In part (translated): “I am enclosing a bill from the carpenter, intended for Mr. Soet, but sent to me…If Mr. Soet does not want to keep his word, I would rather he took everything he brought into the house out again. His extra cost is perhaps 400 guilders, but mine is 4000. I have the receipts from the Hotel Victoria and Hotel Paulez to show him. Such people are dangerous and I did not come here to have lawsuits and have all kinds of trouble…Mr. Soet does not have to worry. His honest and approved bill will be paid if he keeps his word…I reserve the right to sue for damages, and for his insulting me in Wurfbain’s office, and for the dirty work with the bill and for the long sojourn in hotels…I shall only move in when I know where I stand with Soet. Please do point out to him how unfair it is to do business this way.” Toned tape repairs to an edge tear on the first page and light show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a clamshell case.

Many accounts date Mata Hari’s first illicit interaction with neighbor Karl Cramer, an official of the German consular service in Holland, to around this time in late 1915. She traveled to Paris in December, allegedly at the behest—and with the financial support—of Cramer in order to obtain information from some of the high-ranking French officers there. Already under the watchful eye of the authorities, she was interrogated by the British MI5 as she passed through Britain, but was released and able to continue her travels. An unusually long letter from a turning point in the life of this most intriguing World War I figure. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Over forty handwritten pages from the FBI G-Man to his beloved wife

198. Melvin Purvis. Collection of twenty-four letters to his wife Rosanne, including twenty-two ALSs totaling over forty pages and two TLSs totaling five pages, dated from 1927 to 1944. The earliest, May 24, 1927, in part: “The intervals between your letters have grown perceptibly and have shown me that you do not love me as you once did—you have changed—you do not write as though you wanted to—I love you more than anything, and I do not want to lose you, Rosanne, but I will surrender to the inevitable.” A later letter, November 24, 1943, in part: “I have thought and thought about how fortunate we are to have the two finest little boys in the world…I think you handled the situation perfectly—about his hitting the boy with the toy gun…Tell Melvin I am sure he will not touch the light plugs or the wires again because I have confidence that he will mind his Mommie.” Another, April 11, 1944, in part: “Tell Philip…I appreciate his going over the guns and other things in the chest. I hope nothing has been ruined…we might take out such leather items, and other things, that get musty or rusty or mouldy down there, and put them in the den—provided they can be put out of Melvin’s reach. I am afraid he might hurt himself if he were allowed access to some of the things, like the riding crop with sword inside, etc. I hope the guns have not become rusted.” Several letters are also signed at the top in addition to at the conclusion. Also includes nineteen of the original mailing envelopes, most of which are signed three times, in the address, return address, and with a censor signature. In overall fine condition. An impressive archive covering a broad period of his life, most from after his career in the FBI, rich with content revealing his great love for his wife and children. Starting Bid $500

199. Melvin Purvis. Collection of forty-five bank checks, 8.5 x 3, most filled out by Purvis and all signed, “Melvin H. Purvis,” dated 1942–1943. In overall very good to fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes. Starting Bid $300

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200. Melvin Purvis. Four of Purvis’s personal membership cards to

various organizations, all approximately 4 x 2.5, including: his 1948 card for the Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI, signed vertically along the left edge; his 1957 card for the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, signed vertically along the left edge; his 1958 Atlantic Coast Line Railroad card, signed on the reverse; and his South Carolina Wildlife Federation card, signed on the reverse. Heavy wear to one edge of the South Carolina Wildlife card and irregular adhesion to the signature on the Society of Former Special Agents card, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Businessmen 201. Andrew Carnegie. AQS

on an off-white 3 x 2.25 clipped card, in full: “Thine own reproach alone do fear, Andrew Carnegie.” In fine condition.

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202. Andrew Carnegie and J. Pierpont Morgan. Two

signatures: an ink signature, “Truly Yours, Andrew Carnegie,” on a blue 4 x 2.75 clipped slip; and an ink signature, “J. Pierpont Morgan,” on an offwhite 4.25 x 1 clipped slip. Each is individually affixed to a 7.25 x 10 sheet. In overall fine condition, with trivial soiling to the Morgan slip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

203. Walter P. Chrysler. Uncommon vintage mattefinish 8 x 10 portrait of Chrysler in near-profile, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To W. D. Mathis, with every good wish, W. P. Chrysler.” In fine condition, with a missing lower right corner tip and scattered slight foxing and soiling to borders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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204. Auguste Escoffier. Legendary French chef, restaurateur, and culinary writer (1846–1935) who was one of the most important leaders

in the development of modern French cuisine. ALS in French, signed “A. Escoffier,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7, Carlton Hotel letterhead, June 2, 1903. Escoffier writes to a gentleman regarding a reference he has supplied for a former assistant at the Savoy. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Land speculation mere months after crashing the markets 205. Jay Gould. Financier (1836–1892) known for his stock

market manipulation of railroad securities; he also tried to corner the gold market, leading to the ‘Black Friday’ stock market crash of September 1869. Manuscript DS, three pages both sides, 8.5 x 14, December 14, 1869. Deed of trust to the Erie Railway Company for several parcels of land purchased by Gould in the New Jersey Meadowlands, including a tract “Bounded Northwest

by Pen Horne Creek, northeast by a ditch, southeast by the Railroad.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Gould beside an affixed red seal. In very good condition, with expected document wear, scattered soiling, and a large area of paper loss to one corner. Accompanied by an additional related page and original folder. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Original drafts of the publisher’s poetry 206. William Randolph Hearst. Seven pages of poetry handwritten by Hearst, the first in pencil on five sheets and the other in ink on two sheets. The pencil poem, apparently an ode to his favorite restaurant in Spain, in part: “Did you ever have coffee / more creamy / hot and steamy / than that is / You’re a practised and / persistent eater / Did you ever taste ham / that was sweeter / Or bread that is whiter / Or rolls that are lighter / Than those that they serve / you at Ronda.” The second, in part: “Will you walk into my parlor / said the poppie to the kids / It’s a place to rest your bodies / and a place to hang your lids / You can drink a whiskey cocktail / or enjoy the cup that cheers / And there are no smells and noises / to remind you of Tangiers.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by three unsigned typescripts of the second poem. In an interesting association, Hearst used a church in Ronda, Spain, as the basis for the design of his famous Hearst Castle. Hearst enjoyed writing poetry throughout his entire life, sharing it with close friends but rarely publishing it himself.

Provenance: William Collier Family Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Howard Hughes contract for the Technicolor ‘A Bullet Is Waiting’ 207. Howard Hughes.

DS, signed “Howard R. Hughes,” one page, 8.5 x 11, December 30, 1954.

Agreement between Welsch Productions and the Technicolor Motion Picture Corp. Laboratory concerning the terms and rights to “that certain motion picture entitled ‘A Bullet Is Waiting,’ including all negatives, lavendars, fine grain positives, sound tracks, all positive copies, and any and every property, right, and thing of value connected with said picture.” Nicely signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Hughes as the lender and countersigned by producer Howard Welsch. Stapled into its original blue paper folder. In fine condition, with expected document wear, a couple rust stains near the top, and toning to edges. Directed by John Farrow, the film starred Rory Calhoun and Jean Simmons in a story about an obsessed lawman on the trail of a wanted killer. Although it was largely panned by the critics, the New York Times did note that the ‘Farrow’s Technicolor cameras have captured ruggedly beautiful scenic backgrounds’—a nice point in relation to this document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

208. Friedrich Alfred Krupp. German steel

manufacturer (1854–1902) who took over leadership of the family business in 1887. ALS in German, signed “F. W. Krupp,” one page both sides, 6.75 x 8.5, personal letterhead, August 29, 1896.

Untranslated letter to the director of a shipbuilding company regarding the Germania shipyard, which Krupp had recently acquired. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), filing holes to left edge (affecting a couple words), and trivial showthrough from writing to opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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209. John D. Rockefeller.

TLS signed “John D. Rockefeller, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10.5, September 21, 1918. Letter to New York Supreme Court Judge Morgan J. O’Brien, in part: “Mr. Milbank has told you of our desire to appoint a group of Honorary Vice Chairmen, some six in number, of the Greater New York United War Work Campaign. He has told you that it seemed eminently appropriate that you should be a member of this group. I am happy to learn from him of your willingness to accept this position, and that it is satisfactory to you and to the National Catholic War Council to have Mr. Agar take your place as Vice Chairman of the Campaign.”

Central vertical and horizontal folds (a vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), slight soiling, office notations to lower right corner, and a chip and paperclip impression to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

211. Henry Wells and William Fargo. Partly-printed DS, signed “Henry Wells” and “Wm. G. Fargo,” one page, 11.5 x 8, March 22, 1860. Handsomely engraved certificate for three shares of capital stock in the American Express Company issued to Crommelin, Goodwin & Curtis. Signed at the conclusion by Wells as president and Fargo as secretary. Expected document wear, light overall toning and wrinkling, a few small edge tears, and a few stray ink marks, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Celebrating the oil tycoon’s contributions to Cleveland 210. John D. Rockefeller. Signed book: Forest Hill, September

26, 1905. Limited edition, numbered 175/425. Cleveland: The Vinson and Korner Co., 1905. Hardcover, 7.5 x 10. Nicely signed in the lower border of the frontispiece portrait in blue pencil, “John D. Rockefeller.”

The colophon notes that this example was presented to Mr. G. A. Hyde.

Autographic condition: fine, with slight soiling. Book condition: G/None, with detached front cover. The book commemorates a gathering held to honor Rockefeller’s contributions to the city of Cleveland, where he spent his adolescence and built his first business in the early 1860s.

Thanks to Rockefeller, by the end of the Civil War Cleveland had become one of the five main oil refining centers in the US. The book features the brief addresses given at the event as well as the facsimile signatures of the attendees. A scarce and exceptional limited edition commemorating the great industrialist’s achievements.Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

212. J. R. D. Tata. Indian aviator and business tycoon (1904–1993)

who headed the massive Tata Group conglomerate. FDC with a cachet honoring the 50th year of the steel industry in India, 6 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen by Tata. In fine condition, with trivial creases and soiling to the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scientists and Inventors Early handwritten scientific notes from the Nobel winner 215. Henri Becquerel. French physicist (1852–1908) whose experiments with uranium salts led to the discovery of spontaneous radioactivity; for this breakthrough he shared the 1903 Nobel Prize for Physics with Marie and Pierre Curie. Unsigned handwritten notes in ink and pencil, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 12.25, January 20, 1883. Scientific notes on “Small long rods,” with several different tables of information. The third table provides the “Intensity,” “Temporary” and “Permanent” for a variety of different steel types, including “Tungsten steel,” “Chromed steel,” “Double bell steel,” and “Bell steel.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Excessively rare mathematical manuscript by the German astronomer 217. Johann Gottlieb von Bohnenberger. German astronomer and mathematician (1765–1831) known for discovering the gyroscope effect. Rare handwritten manuscript in German, unsigned, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7.25, no date. A vivid algebraic word problem with five unknowns, solution, and discussion. In very good condition, with scattered foxing and dampstaining. Bohnenberger was appointed professor of mathematics and astronomy at the University of Tubingen in 1798, where he remained for the rest of his life. Autographic material from Bohnenberger is sought after and rarely offered, with this being an especially desirable example given its extensive mathematical content.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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218. Thomas Edison. Color postcard depicting Edison’s birth-

place in Milan, Ohio, 5.25 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen, “Thomas A Edison.” Collector’s notation below indicates that it was received on October 23, 1912. Some light wear to corners, slight soiling, and the signature a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce Edison Primary Batteries stock

219. Thomas Edison. Partly-printed DS, signed “Thos. A. Edison,” one page, 15 x 9, May 31, 1918. Stock certificate issued to Carl H. Wilson for one share of common capital stock in Edison Primary Batteries, Incorporated. Signed at the conclusion by Edison as president of the company. Two revenue stamps are affixed to the document. Expected cancellation holes affecting the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

220. Thomas Edison. Edison Botanic Research Cor-

poration business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Edison, with his prominent ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thos A. Edison,” payable to Savings Investment & Trust Company for $190, stamp-dated November 22, 1928. In fine condition, with a central vertical bend, expected cancellation holes, a chip to bottom edge, and some trivial spreading to a few letters of the signature.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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222. Thomas Edison. TLS signed “Thos.

221. Thomas Edison. Bold ink ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thos. A. Edison,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lined page. In fine condition, with moderate toning and soiling to borders, a light paperclip impression to top edge, and a stray ink mark below the ‘umbrella.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

A Edison,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Laboratory of Thomas A. Edison letterhead, October 29, 1917. In full: “The bearer of this note, Mr. Samuel C. Shaffner, is one of the Experimenters from my Laboratory, and is engaged on Government work. Any information given, or courtesies extended will be appreciated in behalf of the Government.” In very good condition, with tape-repaired horizontal folds, small tears to edges, show-through from toned tape to reverse, and the top panel almost entirely detached. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

223. Thomas Edison. Early mounted 7.25 x 11.75 albumen portrait of Edison affixed to its original 7.5 x 12.75 mount, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Thomas Edison.” In very good condition, with heavy chipping to mount edges, areas of dampstaining to image (not affecting the face or signature areas), and some surface loss to the upper portion of the photo. Oversized photos of Edison from this early period are not often encountered and this boasts a beautiful, bold example of his iconic ‘umbrella’ signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“Thanks for your sweet gift which is being enjoyed by the whole household” 224. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal

letterhead, July 15, 1954. Letter to representatives from the British pharmaceutical company Allen & Hanburys, in full: “My kind thanks for your sweet gift which is being enjoyed by the whole household.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a diagonal crease to lower left, scattered spots of foxing, and several repaired areas of paper loss, primarily to borders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Celebrating his 69th birthday from his Princeton “castle”

225. Albert Einstein. ANS in German, signed “Albert,” penned at the conclusion

of a longer letter in French by his cousin Alice, written from Princeton to their cousins Alfred and Robert Koch in Geneva, one page on an airmail sheet, 7.25 x 12, March 10, 1948. Alice’s letter reads, in part (translated): “Received your [March] 5 letters at your house, good health, it is the main thing—Certainly hope that Yasha recovers…Am at the Einstein’s house for a few days, and as always feel as in a ‘castle.’ Every one is very kind to me. Albert is fine, fortunately; celebrating his 69th birthday Sunday.”

Einstein’s note penned at the conclusion reads (translated): “Cordial Greetings from your Albert.” Addressed on the reverse to their cousins in Alice’s hand. Intersecting folds, water spots affecting a couple words at the top of Alice’s letter, and show-through from airmail markings on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Einstein grew up alongside his cousins in Munich until he was fifteen years old when his family moved to Italy. He often recalled fond memories of their childhood days and enjoyed visiting with them throughout the rest of his life. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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“The necessity of effective international control of atomic energy” 226. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 7 x 10, Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists letterhead, October 9, 1947. Letter to chemist Dr. Donald Kundiger of San Francisco. In part: “I have received with pleasure your generous answer to my letter enclosing the recent Statement of the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists with it urgent appeal for the necessity of effective international control of atomic energy. Thank you for your continued help in our campaign to arouse the American people to an understanding of the present very serious situation. An article by Cord Meyer in a recent issue of the Atlantic Monthly develops further some of the topics touched upon in our Statement. If you have not seen Mr. Meyer’s article, I think you will be interested in the enclosed reprint.” Matted and framed with a portrait and plaque to an overall size of 25 x 21.5. In fine condition.

Einstein personally established the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists to warn the public of the dangers associated with the development of nuclear weapons, promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and ultimately work towards world peace. In 1948 Einstein compiled an ‘Atomic Science Reading List,’ which consisted of six publications that approached atomic energy from many angles, from the scientific with the monthly Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists to the societal with John Hersey’s Hiroshima. Another on this list was Peace or Anarchy by Cord Meyer, which reviewed the complex problems connected with peace and security. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

227. Auguste Lumiere. Inventor of photographic equipment (1862–1954) who, with his brother Louis, patented the cinematograph and produced the first-ever motion picture in 1894. ALS in French, signed “Lumiere,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, December 26, 1944. Untranslated letter to “mon cher General.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

228. Guglielmo Marconi. TLS in Italian, one page, 8 x 6.5, October 5, 1915. An untranslated letter of thanks to a gentleman. Letter bears an affixed address label to lower left corner. Central vertical and horizontal folds, evenly trimmed edges, and trivial soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Historic chronicle of Marconi’s work, including “the means by which to obtain signals across the Atlantic by day as well as by night” 229. Guglielmo Marconi. Large archive of 31 letters by Marconi, including eight ALSs totaling 41 pages and 23 TLSs totaling 36 pages, dated between 1902 and 1909. Nearly all are to engineer Richard N. Vyvyan, with a handful of others written to his wife. The handwritten letters date from 1902 to 1905, the time of the first transmission of a telegraph signal from Canada to England. On August 5, 1903, Marconi writes: “I have been working very hard to try and find out what are the somewhat occult causes which make signals good one night and unobtainable the next, and also the reason of the great difference in distance over which signals can be sent by day compared to night.

For this purpose I have had to carry out a very great number of tests between this station [Poldhu] and other stations on the east coast and in Scotland, and I believe I have found if not very clearly the cause of the effects noticed at least the means by which to obtain signals across the Atlantic by day as well as by night.” In a lengthy eight-page letter of May 15, 1904, marked “Private,” he reports on “results obtained from the working of the Poldhu station during the last voyage of the S.S. Campania, from Liverpool to New York…I have undertaken to carry out a series of tests to war ships stationed at different points, the receiving apparatus being taken in charge of by our assistants. I shall try various sending arrangements at Poldhu.” Marconi also discusses general domestic life, such as his wife, family, and home in Cape Breton.

The typed letters date from 1907 to 1909 and are written in Marconi’s capacity as managing director to Vyvyan at Glace Bay, concerning dayto-day telegraph operations and equipment, employees, and scheduling. In a letter of August 29, 1907, he writes: “Since my return here from London a few days ago I have been carrying out some interesting work. We are at present using only about half the available power of the plant, and the results of the programme, according to latest reports, are satisfactory in the light of the arrangements which we are using at this end. I hope that, by the time this letter reaches Glace Bay, you will have received the discs which were sent in charge of the operator of the ‘Empress of Ireland’ last Friday.” On May 14, 1908, he writes: “I have your report…and am sorry to note that you are still suffering very much from X-s at your station. It is difficult to understand why these X-s have been so persistent for the last few weeks, and I hope you are doing all in your power to ascertain whether the Receiving apparatus and Receiving Aerial are so adjusted as to allow of the most efficient reception.”

He continues to address the issue a month later, writing on June 10th, “As I informed you in my previous letter, I hope as soon as I can get back to my experiments to make further improvements in connection with the X-stopping device.” In his ongoing attempts to improve the station’s equipment later in the year, Marconi writes: “I have to consider ways and means for the proper management of the station during your absence…Before you leave Glace Bay I wish you to order a Generator suitable for producing such a current to drive a 50 H.P. Motor which will be directly coupled to the new disc.” These letters are more formal in tone and often briefly touch upon technical subjects.

Also of particular interest is Vyvan’s handwritten and illustrated manuscript in a quarter-leather notebook, entitled “Notes on Long Distance Wireless Telegraphy and the Design and Construction and Working of High Power Wireless Stations.” The comprehensive manuscript covers several aspects of his work in telegraphy under the auspices of Marconi, covering the period of the first transatlantic transmission in 1900 through 1904. At well over one hundred pages, the notebook is full of descriptions of their experiments, tests, equipment, and other details, and is enhanced by an abundance of sketched schematics, diagrams, and charts. In addition to the Marconi letters and Vyvyan’s notebook, the archive contains nine ALSs by Ambrose Fleming, who was employed by Marconi as one of Vyvyan’s co-workers and later invented the vacuum tube. One of these, in part: “I read of the death of Marconi…The newspapers and magazines do not do justice to the cooperative work of his colleagues…I agree with all you say about M. He had genius of a certain kind but he over-reached himself in thinking that he could appropriate the whole credit for wireless.” Included as well are a series of letters by Godfrey C. Isaacs, Alldin Moore, and a letter by Vyvyan to his brother. In overall very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and office notations to the typed letters, as well as some spreading and brushing to some signatures; all ALSs in fine condition. Lending significant insight into the early development and implementation of Marconi’s telegraphic systems, this impressive archive is both vast in quantity and of the utmost scholarly interest. Starting Bid $5000

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Exerting his influence for a widow “whose husband fell in battle” 230. Samuel F. B. Morse. ALS signed “Sam’l F. B. Morse,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, January

11, 1848. Letter to Secretary of the Treasury Robert J. Walker. In part: “This will be handed you estimable friend Mrs. Col. Thompson, whose husband fell in battle in the service of his country. She intercedes for a brother in New York, whom I have the pleasure of personally knowing, and can testify to his high and excellent character for probity, industry, and Christian principle.” Also endorsed on the reverse by John A. Dix and Thomas H. Benton. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), toned tape affixed to the top edge, and show-through from tape repairs to some separations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

231. Samuel F. B. Morse. Early ALS signed “Sam’l F. B. Morse,” one page, 8 x 9.75, September 2, 1819. Letter to Reverend Elias Cornelius in Salem, Massachusetts. In part: “Thanks to a kind Providence, we also can rejoice in mercy; This morning at 8 o’clock, my dear Lucretia presented me with a fine daughter; she had an easy illness, and is doing exceedingly well…I received your friendly note announcing your happiness; I sincerely rejoice with you…There is a joy in such an event as this, but it is a solemn joy when we think of it, in all its vast connections, the beginning of an eternity to two souls!” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few unobtrusive repairs, block of toning to the left edge, and some brushing to ink. Morse’s eldest daughter, Susan Walker Morse, became the subject of his 1837 painting ‘The Muse,’ which represented a period of transition from his career as an artist to that of an inventor. An 8 x 10 color photo of ‘The Muse’ is included, along with two additional photos of a painting Morse did of himself and his daughter together at the Louvre.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

232. Louis Pasteur. ANS in French, signed “L. P.,” one page on a 3 x 2 card, no date. Untranslated note offering thanks. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Exceedingly rare Tesla portrait inscribed to an early aviator 233. Nikola Tesla. Remarkable 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Tesla in a head-and-shoulders pose, signed and inscribed in the lower left in black ink, “To Gaston Tissandier, with sincere regards, from Nikola Tesla.”

Published by Sarony of New York. A light crease to the top and brushing to portions of the inscription, otherwise fine condition. Tissandier was a notable French chemist and aviator, and the founder of the scientific magazine La Nature. He had also been making breakthroughs in the chemistry of batteries during the early 1880s, while at the same time Tesla began working for an arm of Thomas Edison’s company in Paris.

Tesla would move to New York in 1884—probably around the same time this photograph was taken—and would soon leave the stingy Edison Machine Works to venture out on his own. Tesla photos are excessively rare in general, and this example is elevated to the upper echelon due to its early period and fabulous association with a fellow scientist of many talents. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Extraordinary Bachrach portrait of the rare Pavlov 234. Ivan Pavlov. Russian physiologist (1849–1936) best

known for his investigation of conditioned reflex through the use of experiments involving salivating dogs. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1904. Superior matte-finish 7 x 9.25 head-andshoulders portrait of Pavlov, signed in the lower left in fountain pen.

Also signed in the lower right by the photographer, “Bachrach.” In fine condition, with silvering surrounding the signature and evenly trimmed edges. A rare format in an unusually large size. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Important 1839 letter on the nervous system, discussing “pia mater of the spinal cord,” and “independent nerve fibers everywhere in the dura”

235. Jan Evangelista Purkyne. Czech anatomist

and physiologist (1787–1869) who was one of the most well-known scientists of his time. ALS in German, signed “Purkyne,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 9.25, February 5, 1839. Letter to a colleague concerning his recent scientific discovery, in part (translated): “The pia mater of the spinal cord (first the bone) which is significant to the junction of the anterior strands firm and fibrous, containing its entire length a very fine, rich nervous system of the most tender elementary fibers into bundles and individually mostly longitudinally extending, otherwise often interlacing. Nowhere are the elementary fibers more naked than here. The origin of this network I have not averaged out, I suspect it is in the vicinity of the vagus.

However, this system also addresses the pia about the brain though far more dispersed, but independently, or perhaps merging with the nervous arteries. The nerves of the pia of the spinal cord can be seen even with the naked eye or with weak magnification…I’ve also found independent nerve fibers everywhere in the dura and hope they are still found in all serous membrane fibers; from which then emerges that the nervous system spreads as guardians of the organism in all border areas, which would be quite natural.”

In fine condition, with uniform toning. Purkyne is credited with first recognizing the importance of structures in the brain in the workings of the nervous system, and posited that the ganglionic granules and fibers connecting the brain and spinal cord served as collectors, generators, and distributors of the neural organs. A fascinating letter regarding this extremely early and innovative work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Precision scientific instruments for the X-ray discoverer 236. Wilhelm Rontgen. Distinguished German physi-

cist (1845–1923) who discovered X-rays in 1895, for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1901. ALS in German, signed “Dr. W. C. Rontgen,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, postmarked February 10, 1908. Bold and neatly penned letter to Albert Rueprecht, owner of Albert Rueprecht & Son, Vienna, who had delivered him a faulty precision scale. Rontgen describes in detail possible reasons for its malfunction (rust for instance), and why it is necessary to return it without any further rectification of defects. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in his own hand, two letters from a Dr. Wagner concerning the same matter, as well as an October 1907 shipping invoice for the initial order.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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A frustrated Scarpa bows to the French military tax 237. Antonio Scarpa. Italian anatomist (1752–1832) who wrote several important treatises on a wide range of anatomical and medical subjects.

Scarce ALS in Italian, one page, 7.5 x 10, December 18, [1796]. Lengthy letter to the representative of the French Republic in recently occupied Pavia. Scarpa writes that he “as every good citizen should do” has agreed to pay the new military tax of 600 lire imposed by the French, despite not having been paid the salary he is entitled to as director of surgery in the medical school for two months, even though his colleagues have been paid. He attributes the mistake to the fact that treasurer Giuseppe Ceriani has not yet signed the necessary papers and trusts that his correspondent, Ceriani’s superior, will remind him of this injustice. After payments are resumed Scarpa says he will be better able to maintain the regularity of his classes, where the students have been showing great zeal and assiduity.

Intersecting folds, some wrinkling, and scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Uncommon letter by the quantum pioneer 238. Arnold Sommerfeld. German theoretical physicist (1868-1951) who pioneered

developments in atomic and quantum physics. ALS in German, signed “A. Sommerfeld,” one page, 5.5 x 8.75, October 11, 1903. Letter to physicist Stefan Meyer, an eminent student of Boltzmann and pioneer of the study of radioactivity, who later served as director of the internationally renowned Vienna Institute for Radium Research. In part (translated): “Thank you very much for your…friendly communication, I transmit herewith my manuscript along with figures. I hope that the work will not or does not substantially exceed the desired amount of 1/2 sheet and would be very grateful if they can be included in the anniversary publication still.” In fine condition. At this time, Sommerfeld was working with Felix Klein, Ludwig Prandtl, and Rudolf Mehmke to standardize the definitions and notation of vector analysis.

A desirable piece of correspondence between important early physicists. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“I am currently testing some recent obscure experiments. One of them is to involve the tube you indicated to ‘demonstrate the Stark effect’” 239. Johannes Stark. ALS in German, signed “Stark,” one page

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.” Diagonal creases to lower left and a couple trivial edge tears, otherwise fine condition. 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.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Comprehensive collection of Nobel physicists, highlighted by Heisenberg and Lord Rayleigh 240. Nobel Prize Winners: Physics. Impressive collection of sixty items, consisting primarily of photos, signatures, and articles, as well as a few letters, each signed by a winner of the Nobel Prize for Physics, including: Gerd Binnig (SP), Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar (signature), Georges Charpak (SP and signature), Leon Cooper (signature), Johann Deisenhofer (SP), Leo Esaki (article), Val Logsdon Fitch (signature), William Fowler (booklet and signature), Ilya Frank (signature), Jerome Isaac Friedman (SP), Pierre-Gilles de Gennes (signature), Ivar Giaever (article), Donald A. Glaser (signature), Sheldon Lee Glashow (article), Werner Heisenberg (TNS), Robert Hofstadter (signature), J. Hans D. Jensen (signature), Brian Josephson (article), Henry Way Kendall (SP), Klaus von Klitzing (SP), Leon M. Lederman (signature), Simon van der Meer (signature), Rudolf Mossbauer (article), K. Alex Muller (SP), Arno Allan Penzias (article), Alexander Prokhorov (signature), James Rainwater (signature), Norman F. Ramsey, Jr. (article, signature, and envelope), Lord Rayleigh (signature), Burton Richter (signature), Heinrich Rohrer (SP), Carlo Rubbia (article and signature), Ernst Ruska (SP and booklet), Martin Ryle (booklet), Abdus Salam (SP), Arthur L. Schawlow (article and signature), Robert Schrieffer (article), Melvin Schwartz (SP and two signatures), Julian Schwinger (signature), Emilio G. Segre (signature), William Shockley (sketch), Kai Siegbahn (article), Jack Steinberger (ANS), Richard E. Taylor (SP), Samuel C. C. Ting (signature), Charles H. Townes (AMS), Ernest T. S. Walton (ANS and signature), Steven Weinberg (SP), Robert Wilson (signature), and Kenneth G. Wilson (signature). In overall fine condition. Accompanied by many of the original mailing envelopes. Starting Bid $300 72 | October 14, 2015 | NOTABLES

Intellectuals

242. Sigmund Freud. TLS in German, signed “Freud,” one page both sides on a 5.25 x 3.25 personal stationery card, May 23, 1927. Let-

ter of condolences to his friend, Arthur, in full (translated): “I was more than surprised to see your father’s obituary, as you had not mentioned anything to me the last time we met. I beg you to be assured of my heartfelt feelings.” In fine condition. An especially crisp signature from the father of psychoanalysis. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

243. Friedrich Hayek. Influ-

ential economist (1899–1992) known for his defense of classical liberalism, who shared the Nobel Prize in Economics with Gunnar Myrdal for ‘pioneering work in the theory of money and economic fluctuations.’ Uncommon handwritten manuscript, unsigned, one page, 8.25 x 11.75, no date. Two paragraphs of a draft for an article or essay. In part: “The coordination of the efforts of the members of the great society requires more than that. The ordering processes which bring this about must therefore be unintended.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and scattered creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

244. Friedrich Hayek. Glossy 3.5 x 5.5 cardstock photo of Hayek

with his hand on his head, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “F. A. Hayek.” Reverse bears an Ellinger photography stamp. In fine condition, with trivial surface impressions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Presented by Malthus to an outstanding student

245. Thomas Robert Malthus. Exceptionally rare signed book: Bishop Burnet’s History of His Own Time, Volume I. Oxford: Clarendon

Press, 1823. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.75, 601 pages. Signed and inscribed on an East India College partly-printed bookplate affixed to the front pastedown in black ink, “Awarded to Gilbert Malcolm as first of his class in History, T. Rob’t Malthus, Prof’r,” and dated 1830. Autographic condition: fine, with mild scattered toning to the bookplate. Book condition: VG/None (with repaired hinges).

Malthus taught as a professor of history and political economy at East India College from 1805 until his death in 1834, where his students affectionately referred to him as ‘Pop,’ a nickname derived from his controversial 1798 essay on population growth. Gilbert Burnet began writing A History of My Own Time in 1683, with the final work covering the period from the English Civil War to the Treaty of Utrecht in 1713.

This would have indeed been an appropriate gift for a scholar who finished with the highest rank in his history class. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Religious Figures 246. Mother Teresa. TLS signed “M. Teresa mc,” on the reverse of a 4.25 x 5.5 prayer slip, dated Lent 1991. Letter to Michael Mulle, in full: “I am so touched by your tender thoughtfulness in respecting my wishes. Thank you for your kind thoughts. I am glad God’s work for the poor has inspired you. I pray for you that you too will allow Him to use you as His Presence and His compassion in the lives of the suffering people you come across. Enclosed is a Rosary for you. Cling to our Blessed Mother; share all your joys and sorrows with Her with child-like trust and ask Her often to be Mother to you. She is the most tender of all mothers and will take care of you.

A happy and holy Easter. God bless you.” In fine condition, with slight creases to lower corners, and a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

247. Pope Francis. Color satin-finish 8.25 x 5.75 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. A wonderful coupling of Pope Benedict XVI and his successor, just one year before the former surprised the world with his resignation, ushering in a new era for the Catholic Church. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

World Leaders and Politicians

248. Leonid Brezhnev. DS in Cyrillic, signed “L. Brezhnev,” one page, 8.25 x 11, January 3, 1948. Letter to Nikita Khrushchev, who was serving as first secretary of the CP(b)U [Communist Party (Bolshevik) of Ukraine]. In part (translated): “Pursuant to a telegram from the Council of Ministers and the CC of the CP(b)U…concerning the unsatisfactory course of thrashing and the completion of the state plan for deliveries of hemp seeds and stalks, the Office of the Regional Committee of the CP(b)U has discussed this matter and as proposed practical measures for the intensification of hemp thrashing, as well as the delivery of seeds and stalks to the state…daily targets have been developed for all collective farms, and measures have been adopted for the selection of hemp thrashing and drying sites.” Various tears to edges and other expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full English translation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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250. Chiang Ching-kuo. Color

satin-finish 5 x 7 bust-length photo of Chiang Ching-kuo, signed in crisp black ink in Chinese. In fine condition, with a faint horizontal bend and trivial toning to right edge from a stain to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

251. Chiang Kai-shek. Desir249. Fidel Castro and Osvaldo Dorticos Torrado. DS in

Spanish, one page, 7.75 x 11.25, January 22, 1960. Untranslated document concerning the reorganization of the Ministry of State.

Signed at the conclusion by Fidel Castro as prime minister and countersigned by Osvaldo Dorticos Torrado as president. The blue seal and ribbon affixed below the signatures remain intact, with the ribbon potentially trimmed. Expected document wear and chipping and small tears to edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

able matte-finish 3.75 x 5.75 photo, signed in black ink in Chinese. In fine condition, with trivial creasing to upper corners. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Desirable letter to a thoroughbred breeder 252. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.25 x 9, Chartwell letterhead, November 7, 1960. Letter to Major A. E. Carey Foster, a veterinarian and breeder of thoroughbred horses. In full: “I hereby authorise you to make an offer for any property which you consider suitable and fit as married quarters for one or two families of Stud employees.” Nicely doublematted and framed with an image of Churchill to an overall size of 18 x 14.5. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Churchill was quite fond of horses, and after World War I he intervened to secure the safe return of tens of thousands of war horses stranded in Europe.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Churchill’s six-volume account of World War II

2 5 3 . Wi n s t o n C h u r c h i l l .

Complete book set: The Second World War, Volumes 1–6. First British editions. London: Cassell and Co. Ltd., 1948–1954. Hardcovers with dust jackets, 6 x 8.5. Beautifully signed on the half-title page of the sixth volume in fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill.” Each volume is housed in a custom gilt-stamped clamshell box. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: signed volume VG-/VG+; unsigned volumes overall VG/VG. As Britain’s prime minister for most of the Second World War, Winston Churchill had an unparalleled perspective on the conflict. After leaving office in 1945, he produced this remarkable account, which holds a very high place in the ranks of nonfiction books of the 20th century. The comprehensive series was a major success in both Great Britain and the United States, and was largely responsible for his being awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1953.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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254. Richard Cobden. Influential British statesman (1804–1865) associated with John Bright in the formation of the Anti-Corn Law League; an immensely important figure in classical-liberal thought in economics and international affairs. Two ALSs signed “Richd Cobden,” totaling five pages, dated 1847–1848. First is one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, October 19, 1847, in part: “With regard to Peel’s late bill for regulating the Bank & the paper issues of the country, I do not see that it has been proved to be too stringent in its operations—On the contrary, the late gambling excitement in railways occurred after the passing of that measure—and the present depression arises more from the want of confidence & other causes than a deficiency in circulation.” The second, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, January 19, 1848, concerns foreign affairs. In fine condition. Desirable content from the revered economist. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Sought-after photo of the eminent Chinese statesman

255. Deng Xiaoping. Immensely influential Chinese reformist leader (1904–1997) who was the architect behind the modernization of China’s economy by opening the country to global markets. Rare glossy 9.5 x 7 photo of Deng Xiaoping walking alongside French Prime Minister Jacques Chirac during his 1975 trip to Paris, signed in blue felt tip by Deng, and in blue ballpoint by Chirac. Reverse bears a Votavafoto Wien Film copyright stamp. In fine condition, with a trivial vertical bend to top edge, dings to left corner tips, and a small area of surface loss inherent to the original photo. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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256. Duke and Duchess of Windsor. Wonderful matte-finish

6.5 x 8.5 photo of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor posing with two of their beloved pugs, affixed to its original 9 x 11.25 Charbon Jean Vincent of Paris mount, signed on the mount in blue ballpoint, “Edward” and “Wallis.” In fine condition, with a couple dings and foxing along edges of mount. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

257. Imperial Japan.

Rare ink signatures of field marshal Prince Fushimi Sadanaru, admiral and future prime minister Yamamoto Gonnohyoe, and statesman Komura Jutaro on an offwhite 4.75 x 5.75 album page. In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

260. Tomas Masaryk. Founder and first President of Czechoslo258. Nikita Khrushchev. DS in Cyrillic,

signed “N. Khrushchev,” one page, 8 x 11.25, April 26, 1948. Document issued to the Secretary of the Regional Committee of the Communist Party of Ukraine, ordering that he reduce expenses in connection with the celebration of May Day. In full (translated): “The USSR Council of Ministers adopted resolution No. 1335 on April 26, 1948, for the signature of Comrade Stalin, which is entitled ‘On the Elimination of Extravagances and the Reduction of Expenditures for Holding the 1948 May Day Celebration.’ The Central Committee (CC) of the CP(b)U proposes that you take personal responsibility for organizing the close monitoring of the subject resolution’s immediate implementation.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, scattered creases, filing holes and small tears to left edge, and general expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

vakia (1850–1937). An ‘Index Lectionum’ for the first semester of the 1889 academic year at Charles University in Prague, 4 x 8.5, filled out inside on two pages to include a list of classes and the endorsements of each professor. Masaryk signs his approval, “Masaryk,” in the column for his course in philosophy; also signed by noted political historian Antonin Rezek, and legal scholars Jan Jaromir Hanel and Leopold Heyrovsky. Collector’s pencil notations in the right margin identify Masaryk’s signature. In very good condition, with creasing to covers, partial split at binding, and scattered soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

261. Benito Mussolini.

Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 9.25 seated portrait of the Italian prime minister by Giacomelli–Venezia, boldly signed in fountain pen, “Mussolini.” Blindstamped in the lower right by the photography studio. In fine condition, with irregular toning, and dings and wear to edges. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

259. Nelson Mandela. Commemorative cover with a cachet depict-

ing the coat of arms of South Africa, signed in black felt tip by Nelson Mandela and F. W. de Klerk. This special cover bears a cancellation from the president’s office at Cape Town on de Klerk’s last day of office, May 9, 1994, and a second cancellation on May 10, Mandela’s first day in office, after being flown on the presidential plane to Pretoria. In fine condition. A superlative piece representing the historic transition from apartheid to democracy. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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A Napoleonic promotion in the army of Hussars

263. Napoleon. Manuscript DS in French, signed “Bonaparte,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, February 1800. In part (translated): “According to the

plan evinced by the First Consul to know the state of affairs of Citizen Goutaut on behalf of whom General Lefebvre has requested a prompt letter concerning his activity, I am going to give an account on this subject. Citizen Goutaut, born February 24, 1772, was named second lieutenant on August 1, 1789, as a replacement in the first regiment of Hussars. He was invalided out of the service in 1791 in accordance with the law of August 29, 1790. Since then he has not been recalled to the service. We have no details on his military or political conduct. General Lefebvre answers for his courage and his accuracy in completing his duties. Citizen Goutaut is a nephew of Marshal Siran. It is especially in this regard and through a feeling of gratitude that General Lefebvre seems to recommend him the object of his request is to have him reentered in active service in the army of Hussars and his advancement to the rank of captain.” Signed in the left margin by Napoleon. Nicely double-matted and framed with a color portrait to an overall size of 20.5 x 17.5, with a glass backing to view docketing on the reverse. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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One week before Waterloo 264. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” one page, 7.25 x 9, June 9, 1815. Letter to Count Mollien, his finance minister during the ‘Hundred Days,’ regarding a request to move the distribution of the Legion of Honor decorations from July 14th to the 11th. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through center of the signature) and toning to edges.

The day that Napoleon signed this letter, the Congress of Vienna signed their Final Act, hoping to settle the issues that arose from the French Revolution and subsequent Napoleonic Wars once and for all by redistributing territories to promote a more practical balance of power between nations. With his enemies closing in, Napoleon left for Waterloo three days later—a last ditch effort at survival; he was brutally defeated on the 18th, making this one of the last letters he would have signed while in power. Typically held on July 14, Bastille Day, the Legion of Honor ceremony that Napoleon discusses in this letter would clearly not take place. A significant letter written just three days before his final departure from Paris, a week before his fall from power. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

265. Napoleon: Letizia Bonaparte. ALS in Italian, signed “Vostra aftisma Madre,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 10, December 4, 1814. Letter to her son Luciano Bonaparte, explaining the delay in sending her letter and complaining that she has received no news from any of her sons. In very good condition, with significant dampstaining to the right side of the letter affecting much of the text, and a couple small repaired edge tears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

266. Nobel Prize Winners. Collection of thirty-one items, each signed by a winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, including: Jane Addams (signature), Menachem Begin (signature), Norman Borlaug (signature), Willy Brandt (four SPs), Ralph Bunche (TLS), Mairead Corrigan (TLS and signature), Austen Chamberlain (signature), Dalai Lama (signature), Alfonso Garcia Robles (two signatures), Mikhail Gorbachev (signature), Poul Hartling (SP), Henry A. Kissinger (SP), Rigoberta Menchu (signature), Fridtjof Nansen (signature), Linus C. Pauling (article), Adolfo Perez Esquivel (program), Anwar Sadat (SP), Oscar Arias Sanchez (signature), Albert Schweitzer (ALS), Bertha von Suttner (ANS), Mother Teresa (prayer slip), Desmond Tutu (SP), Lech Walesa (two signatures), Elie Wiesel (signature), and Betty Williams (signature). In overall very good to fine condition. Many accompanied by their original mailing envelopes or transmittal letters.

Starting Bid $300

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China’s first US ambassador 267. Alfred Sao-ke Sze. Prominent Chinese

politician (1877–1958) and diplomat during the most turbulent period in modern Chinese history. Crisp ink signatures in English and Chinese, “Sao ke Alfred Sze,” on an offwhite 5 x 8 album page.

Also signed by his wife, “Alice T. Sze”; Minister of Communications, “Chang Kiangau”; co-founder of the World Health Organization, “Szeming Sze,” and four others. In fine condition, with a small spot of toning to lower left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“It is my earnest wish... to promote friendly relations between China and her neighbors” 268.

269.

Wang Daxie. Premier

of China (1860– 1929); he was in office in both 1917 and 1922. Exceptional matte-finish 7.25 x 9.5 Maull & Fox photo, boldly signed in black ink on the image in English, “Wang Tahsieh,” and again on the mount in Chinese.

Reverse of photo bears an official photographer’s label from Maull & Fox of Piccadilly, London. In fine condition, with a small speck of toning above image, and some adhesive remnants to borders of reverse. Maull and Fox, a British studio specializing in portraits of politicians and celebrities, was in business from 1879–1885, indicating that Wang was somewhere between 19 and 25 at the time of this sitting. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Wang Chung-hui.

Chinese foreign minister (1881–1958) who served from 1937 to 1941; a close associate of China’s founding father, Sun Yat-sen. TLS signed “Wang Chung Hui,” one page, 8 x 11, Republic of China Ministry of Foreign Affairs letterhead, March 22, 1937. Letter to Jose Carpio reads, in full: “I am in receipt of your letter of March 10th. It is very kind of you to write me this encouraging message, for which I should like to express my hearty thanks. In taking up my present duties, it is my earnest wish to bring about some sort of settlement of our outstanding issues and to promote friendly relations between China and her neighbors.” With moderate creasing to upper left corner and two small chips to edges, otherwise fine condition.

The year this letter was penned was Wang’s first in office as foreign minister—a post he would hold for five years; it was a chaotic time during which Japanese invasion would kill millions of Chinese civilians. Six months after he mailed this correspondence, on August 21, 1937, he signed the Sino-Soviet Non-Aggression Pact, guaranteeing the Soviet Union’s financial support of the Kuomintang government.

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Youthful portrait of the twice-serving Premier

270. Chaim Weizmann. Scarce matte-finish 9 x 6.75 photo of Chaim Weizmann and his wife Vera at a degree ceremony, affixed to a 12.25 x 10 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in Hebrew to Yigat Kimchi by both, and dated 1949. In very good condition, with toning, creases, and scattered foxing to the mount. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Royalty Wine order from the extravagant Versailles

271. Marie Antoinette. Manuscript DS in French, signed “Payez, Marie Antoinette,” one page, 9 x 13.75, Versailles, 1785. Marie Antoinette orders the treasurer general of her household, M. Marc-Antoine-Francois-Marie Randon de la Tour, to pay three hundred livres to “the coachman of our stables,” drawn from the money appropriated by the state for the maintenance and subsistence of her officers, for the wine to which they are accustomed. Expertly double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 22.5 x 20.5. In very good condition, with partial edge separations to folds, moderate soiling, and light foxing.

Marie Antoinette’s expenditures to maintain her flamboyant lifestyle and lavish palace were enormous, and she apparently even treated her officers to wine purchased with state funds. During this time she was growing increasingly unpopular, and in 1785 her public image was tarnished beyond repair with the ‘Diamond Necklace Affair,’ when she was implicated in a fraudulent scheme to purchase an expensive necklace.

A wonderful example boasting the bold, crisp signature of the infamous queen. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Emperor Meiji confers the “Order of the Golden Kite” for military bravery

272. Emperor Meiji. DS in Japanese, one page, 23 x 17.75, circa 1890–1912. Untranslated document in which the emperor of Japan

confers the Fifth Class, Order of the Golden Kite upon a distinguished member of the military. Includes its original wooden presentation box with green ribbon. Tightly rolled and in very good condition, with moderate overall toning and scattered creases; one end of the wooden box is absent and the ribbon tie is stretched and frayed.

Established in 1890 by Emperor Meiji, the Order of the Golden Kite was a military award commemorating the mythic Jimmu Tenno, the ‘Romulus of Japan.’ It was awarded to soldiers and military officers who demonstrated bravery, leadership, or command in battle. This is one of the few orders made exclusively for the Japanese military, while most others could be given to civilians, diplomats, and other officials including those from other countries. The majority of these Order of the Golden Kites awards were given in the lower sixth or seventh class, making this middle-class example scarcer than usual. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Exceptional pair of letters from Spain’s revered royal couple 273. Ferdinand and Isabella. Pair

of boldly penned letters in old Spanish.

First, an LS signed by King Ferdinand at the center, “Yo el Rey,” [I the King] one page 8 x 11.5, dated February 21, 1512. Letter to the senior accountants of his daughter, Queen Joanna of Castile, in part (translated): “I have been informed by Don Yñigo de Velasco, constable of Castile, senior chamberlain of the said most serene queen and princess, my daughter, that he wished to have copied and confirmed the privileges of maravedíes in the form of bonds and other things that he has, and that if he had to pay the fees for the said privileges and confirmations, he would receive great injury...taking into consideration the fact that the said constable holds the said office of senior chamberlain, and that the senior chamberlain has the same grounds to be exempt from paying fees of this sort as the others who are exempt in virtue of the ordinances of these kingdoms...I order you not to charge the said constable.”

Unable to cope with the tragic death of her husband Philip six years prior, ‘Joanna the Mad’ was deemed mentally ill and confined to a nunnery, with a large staff responsible for her day-to-day business.

Second, an LS signed by Queen Isabella towards the top-center, “Yo la Reyna,” [I the Queen] one page, 8.5 x 11.75, dated May 31, 1501. Letter ordering a Grecian countess be paid a large some of money, in part (translated): “I order you, from any maravedies you have received in any way by my order, to give and pay at once to the Greek countess eighteen thousand seven hundred fifty maravedíes, of which I make her a grant.” At the time of this letter, Spain was lending military help to the Republic of Venice in the Second Ottoman-Venetian War, fought over the contested territories surrounding the Aegean, Ionian, and Adriatic Seas.

Both letters are in fine condition, with some expected light handling wear; Isabella’s exhibits a rusty paperclip impression to top left corner which has resulted in a small hole (all writing remains unaffected). A gorgeous pairing of correspondence from Spain’s most sought-after royal couple. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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274. Emperor Francis II. The last Holy Roman Emperor (1768–1835) who ruled from 1792–1806, when he dissolved the empire, and became the first Emperor of Austria. Collection of seven untranslated LSs in German, totaling eight pages, 7.5 x 9, dated April–November 1792. All are official letters to Count Karl von Zinzendorf und Pottendorf, who served the government of Austria in a variety of capacities, including as governor of Trieste, and rose to high rank at the Habsburg court. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

276. King Charles II. Manuscript DS, signed “Charles R,” one page, 8.5 x 13, November 4, 1674. Order for a payment of “the sum of fifty pounds of lawfull money of England” to a colonel. Signed across the top by King Charles and countersigned at the conclusion by Thomas Osborne, Lord Danby. Matted to an overall size of 12.5 x 17. In very good condition, with moderate foxing, dampstaining and chipping to edges, and a repaired tear to the lower right. Accompanied by a color copy of a letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

277. King George II. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “George R,” one page, 13.5 x 9.5, May 12, 1729. King George appoints William Lindsey as “Ensign of that Company whereof the Colonel himself is Captain in Our Regiment of Foot Commanded by Our Right Trusty and Welbeloved the Lord Mark Kerr.” The paper seal affixed to the upper left remains mostly intact. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and moderate scattered soiling. Accompanied by a color copy of a letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA and a mat for display.

Starting Bid $200

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278. Leopold II. Grand Duke of Tuscany from 1824 to 1859. Manuscript DS, signed “Leopold,” fifteen pages, 9 x 13.5, June 5, 1847. Government decree concerning matters of customs, lottery, and disposal of tobacco and salt. Bound with a printed budget document inside suede boards, featuring a binding string with a large three-inch suspended wax seal. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Regrets from the king’s would-be assassin

279. King Louis-Philippe: Giuseppe Marco Fieschi. Chief conspirator in an attempt on the life of King Louis-Philippe, in which he shot a 25-barrel gun of his own design during the annual review of the Paris National Guard. Eighteen were killed, but the king escaped with but a graze. ALS in French, signed “Fieschi,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 10, January 1836. Untranslated letter to his lawyer Francois-Marie Patorni, written from prison while awaiting trial for his attempted assassination of the king. Fieschi reflects on the unintended deaths he has caused and concedes the inevitability of a death sentence; but, after all, he declares that he is still a man of qualities. In very good condition, with repaired partial separations to intersecting folds, scattered soiling, and a few stray ink blots. Patorni defended him at trial, which became a nationwide sensation. Reveling in his celebrity status, he named his accomplices, displayed much bravado, and believed he would ultimately be pardoned. He was condemned to death, and was guillotined on February 19, 1836. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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280. Maria Theresa.

Holy Roman Empress and Queen of Bohemia (1717–1780) who was the mother of Marie Antoinette. Manuscript DS in German, fifteen pages, 12 x 14.25, May 25, 1774. Gorgeous patent of nobility for Georg Philipp von Hildebrand, captain lieutenant of an infantry regiment, featuring a colorful full-page, hand-painted depiction of his coat of arms. Signed at the conclusion

by Maria Theresa and countersigned by Heinrich Count Blumegen and privy councilor Franz Anton von Blanc. In fine condition, with mild foxing and expected document wear. An especially appealing document given its stunning illustration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“William and Harry had the best Christmas ever” 281. Princess Diana. ALS signed “Diana,”

three pages on two sheets, 4.75 x 7.5, Kensington Palace letterhead, December 25, 1987.

Letter to Janet Filderman, in full: “You are so clever to have found something that I hinted like mad for, but nobody had listened to until I opened your present! I can never get enough photograph frames for the amount of pictures I take of my small men & the arrival of yours is just perfect. William & Harry had the best Christmas ever & I am exhausted just trying to keep up with them as they rush around.

Anyway at least they sleep well! I do hope that you had a happy day; I thought of you—thank you more than I can possibly say for thinking of me, Janet, in the lovely way that you did.” In fine condition, with an expected horizontal mailing fold touching the top of the first letter of the signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Princess Diana’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

282. Princess Diana and Prince Charles. Six fabulous glossy photos of the ceremonies surrounding the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, with three showing Diana and Charles in a carriage procession, one of the royal family waving from a balcony, one of the royal couple standing side-by-side, and one wide shot of the ceremony at St. Paul’s Cathedral. All are stamped on the reverse “NPA Rota, Financial Times Photography.” Silvering to the corner of the wide-angle photo and irregularities to the emulsion of a few photos, otherwise overall fine condition. Images from the iconic royal wedding are always sought-after, and these six—taken by a Financial Times photographer and retained in an employee’s private collection—are wonderful examples. Starting Bid $200

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283. Queen Victoria.

LS signed “Victoria R,” one page, 7 x 8.75, September 29, 1840. Letter to the Queen of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. In part: “The many proofs of Friendship and Attachment which I have already received from Your Majesty, do not permit me to defer communicating to you the painful intelligence of the death of my beloved Aunt, Her Royal Highness The Princess Augusta Sophia, Eldest Surviving Daughter of His late Majesty King George The Third…I beseech The Almighty long to preserve Your Majesty from all similar causes of sorrow.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of the queen to an overall size of 17 x 14.5. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and trivial foxing. This dates to early in Queen Victoria’s reign, having assumed the throne just three years earlier. A highly desirable association piece between royal families. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

284. Queen Victoria. Partly-printed DS, signed “Victoria R,” one page, 13.5 x 9.5, May 3, 1854. Queen Victoria appoints John Creagh as “Second Lieutenant in Our Fifth Regiment of Foot.” Signed in the upper left by Victoria and countersigned in the lower right by Prime Minister Lord Palmerston. The white paper seal affixed below the signature remains intact. Matted to an overall size of 17.75 x 13. Partial separations to three vertical folds and moderate toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a color copy of a letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Titanic The White Star Line on a son lost at sea with the Titanic: “We are unable to accept any liability in the matter” 285. David Charters. Letters concerning compen-

sation for the loss of David Charters in the Titanic disaster, consisting of one TLS from the White Star Line to their lawyers Hill Dickinson & Co., two manuscript pencil drafts from the law firm, and a carbon copy of a typed letter from the firm. The White Star Line’s letter, July 6, 1914, in full: “We beg to attach letter received from Mr. Henry J. Johnson, regarding compensation in respect to David Charters, and shall be much obliged if you will indicate what reply we should make, or perhaps you may think it better to deal with it direct.” The law firm’s pencil draft of their reply, dated July 7 and headed “Titanic—Charters,” in part: “We have received your letter and the enclosed communication from the Rev. H. J. Johnson which we return together with the draft of a letter to be sent on in reply to that gentleman.” The draft of this letter is also included, in part: “We have to acknowledge the receipt of your letter…with reference to the claim of Mr. Charters. We very much regret the distress which the loss of his son must have caused to Mr. Charters, but we are unable to accept any liability in the matter.” An additional carbon copy of a letter from the firm to Rev. Johnson explains that proceedings in America do not apply in the UK. In overall fine condition, with light soiling, general wear, and small edge tears.

David Charters, a twenty-one year old from northern Ireland, boarded the Titanic at Queenstown as a third class passenger bound for the home of his uncle in Manhattan. Still struggling to cope with the loss of their son David two years after the sinking, the Charters family lost a second son in 1914, and a third in 1921 at the hands of the Irish Republican Army. The family’s patriarch was an illiterate farmer, which is most likely why these letters are directed to a local clergyman. Interesting material providing insight into the struggles of the grieving families affected by the disaster. Starting Bid $300 www.RRAuction.com | 89

288. Adventurers Starting Bid $200

291. Kenneth Arrow

289. Susan B. Anthony

290. Svante Arrhenius

294. Peter Hansborough Bell

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292. Aung San Suu Kyi and Angela Merkel

293. Clara Barton

295. Henri Bergson

296. Hugo Black Starting Bid $200

297. Carl Friedrich Wilhelm Borgward

298. James M. Buchanan

300. Ernesto Cardenal

301. Chang Jing-fu

302. Madame Chiang Kai-shek

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299. Richard E. Byrd Starting Bid $200

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303. Chiang Wei-kuo

304. Chow Shu-kai

307. Dalai Lama

308. Moshe Dayan

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312. Edward Gibbon

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314. Mikhail Gorbachev Starting Bid $200

306. Jacques Cousteau

309. Ding Mou-shih and Hsieh Tung-min

311. Explorers

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310. George Eastman

313. Jane Goodall

305. Park Chung-hee

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315. Mikhail Gorbachev Starting Bid $200

316. Mikhail Gorbachev Starting Bid $200

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317. Alexander Graham Bell: Thomas A. Watson

318. Charles Guiteau

319. Edmund Hillary

320. Jimmy Hoffa

321. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr

322. J. Edgar Hoover

323. J. Edgar Hoover

324. Ji Pengfei

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325. Robert F. Kennedy Starting Bid $200

328. John Lewis Starting Bid $200

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326. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill Starting Bid $200

329. Thomas Lipton Starting Bid $200

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327. Li Tieying Starting Bid $200

330. William Livingston Starting Bid $200

331. Cesare Lombroso

332. Louis Wei Tsing-sing

333. Maria Theresa

334. Joseph McCarthy

335. Hosni Mubarak

336. Elijah Muhammad

337. Eva Peron Starting Bid $200

338. Ferdinand Porsche: Anton Piech

340. Prince Charles

341. Buford Pusser

344. Quo Tai-chi

345. Yitzhak Rabin

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339. Politicians Starting Bid $200

342. Qian Yongchang Starting Bid $200

343. Qiao Guanhua Starting Bid $200

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346. Revolution-era newspapers Starting Bid $200

349. Jonas Salk

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353. Elizabeth Cady Stanton Starting Bid $200

356. Sun Yun-suan Starting Bid $200

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348. Anwar Sadat

351. Abbe Sicard

352. Wilhelm von Siemens

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350. Heinrich Schliemann

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347. Syngman Rhee

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354. George Stigler Starting Bid $200

357. T. V. Soong Starting Bid $200

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355. Supreme Court Starting Bid $200

358. Edward Teller Starting Bid $200

359. Margaret Thatcher Starting Bid $200

362. Donald Trump Starting Bid $200

363. Donald Trump Starting Bid $200

366. Wang Yun-wu

367. Booker T. Washington

369. Wei Tao-ming

370. Duke of Wellington

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360. Charles Thomson

361. David Trimble

364. Oscar Tschirky and Thaddeus Fairbanks

365. Tsiang Tingfu

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368. Watergate

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371. Wu Chaoshu Starting Bid $200

372. Yao Yilin

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military

Extremely rare document by the legendary leader of the Green Mountain Boys

375. Ethan Allen. Farmer, businessman, land speculator, philosopher,

writer, American Revolutionary War patriot, hero, and politician. ADS, signed “Ethan & Ira Allen” all written by Ethan Allen in the text, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7.5, June 20, 1781. Titled on first page, “A List of the Polls and ratable estate of the Town of Sunderland for June 20 AD 1781 Sunderland.” On the second page, one beneath the other, are six names and the “ratable estate” value: “Genl Ethan & Ira Allen £63.0.0; Joseph Averill 13.0.0; Robert Averill 37.0.0; Col. Timth Brownson 124.0.0; Amos Brownson 48.0.0; Gideon Brownson 67.0.0; Eli Brownson…” All in the hand of Ethan Allen, they are in alphabetical order. On the reverse of the integral leaf (the back cover of the booklet), Allen has written: “The List for the Year of our Lord 1781.” Beneath which are some pen markings and some arithmetic in another hand. In good condition, with paper loss to bottom edge, moderate toning and staining, small binder holes along hinge, rough edges, and scattered creases.

Although the future fourteenth state declared its independence in 1777, it took 15 years for the “Republic of Vermont” to pay New York the several million dollars owed for the relinquishment of their claim on the land, thereby gaining support for Vermont’s eventual admittance to the Union in 1791. Interestingly, around the same time of this correspondence, Ethan and Ira Allen were engaged in secret talks via a Canadian middleman to determine if Vermont would allow itself to become a British province, which likely would have altered the tide of the Revolutionary War. Some historians contend that Vermont was poised to admit British troops when news of the surrender at Yorktown and the signing of the Treaty of Paris ended the conflict. A rare document from one of the most recognizable names in American history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

376. Confederate Amnesty Oath. Manuscript DS, signed

“Thomas Gross,” one page, 7.5 x 6.25, November 27, 1865. Confederate amnesty oath sworn in Bedford County, Virginia. In part: “I solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the laws made in pursuance thereof as the supreme law of the land, anything in the Constitution and laws of the State of Virginia…and that I will uphold and defend the Government of Virginia.” Crudely signed at the conclusion by Gross and countersigned by clerk A. A. Arthur. In fine condition, with expected document wear, light staining to upper left, and closely trimmed top edge. Starting Bid $200

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377.

Confederate Leave of Indulgence.

Rare Civil War–dated DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 10, 1865. Confederate furlough document issued as Special Orders 166 by Lt. Gen. R. S. Ewell from the Department of Richmond, granting “J. F. Hilton, Co D 45th Va Infty” a ‘leave of indulgence.’ In part: “In obedience to instructions from the Secretary of War, the following named men (paroled prisoners) are granted leaves of indulgence for 30 days (unless sooner exchanged).” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall toning, and scattered dampstaining and soiling. Hilton had been captured at the Battle of Piedmont on June 5, 1864, and sent to Camp Morton, where he spent most of the next year. Between March 10 and March 13, 1865, Private Hilton was one of over three thousand paroled prisoners delivered by Col. John E. Mulford to Agent of Exchange W. W. Hatch. Hilton was sent from City Point, Virginia, to Camp Lee, where he was immediately freed by this document; he never had to return to the camp, as the war had essentially come to an end by the time his leave was over. Starting Bid $200

378. Confederate War Bond. Partly-printed

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

“I have seized several government missiles concealed near Apple Creek” 379. George A. Custer. ALS signed “G. A. Custer,” one page, lightly-lined,

7.75 x 9.75, March 31, no year but circa 1875. Letter to Major John Carland, written from his post at Fort Lincoln, Dakota Territory. In part: “As his employer will be arrested on similar charge look closely to Hannons bondsmen. I have seized several government missiles concealed near Apple Creek by Bmrk [Bismarck].

Cause his arrest also on this charge and scrutinized his bondsmen closely—If he could be placed here for safe keeping by the Marshall I think information of value could be obtained.” Intersecting folds, overall creases, a tiny stain and tear to one horizontal fold, a small repaired tear to the right edge, and some brushing to graphite, otherwise fine condition.

Grain began steadily disappearing from the forage buildings at Fort Lincoln during the spring of 1875, but General Custer was forbidden from making arrests outside of the military reservation, hampering his efforts to stop the robberies.

Assisted by his friend Major John Carland, an officer with the 6th Infantry who had formerly worked as a lawyer, Custer was determined to root out every thieving culprit. Under Carland’s oversight, Custer was able to gather all the proper evidence for prosecuting the thieving bandits. An extremely rare letter

by Custer about this thorn in his side during the spring of 1875. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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380. George A. Custer. Hand-

addressed mailing envelope, 5 x 3, addressed by Custer to his wife, “Mrs Genl Custer, Monroe, Mich,” bearing an affixed three-cent postage stamp and postmarked at Louisville, Kentucky.

Light soiling and a torn left edge from opening, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

383. David G. Farragut. Uncommon 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Farragut seated in his uniform, signed in black ink on the reverse, “D. G. Farragut, Vice Admiral.” Published by Bogardus of New York.

In fine condition, with a stray ink mark to reverse, trivial soiling, and a rounded upper left corner tip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

381. George A. Custer. Exceptionally bold ink signature, “G. A.

Custer, US Arm[y],” on an off-white 4 x 2 slip affixed to a slightly larger card. A vertical fold trivially passing through a single letter, light scattered foxing (mostly confined to edges), and trimmed edges removing the “y” in “Army,” otherwise fine condition. An unusually large, attractive example. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

382. Benjamin Franklin ‘Grimes’ Davis. Union caval-

ryman (1832–1863) considered the first Union officer killed in the Gettysburg Campaign. Civil War– dated ANS signed “B. F. Davis, Col. 8 N.Y. Ca., Com. Brigade & Divison,” one page, 3 x 5, June 4, 1863. Note written from “H. Quarts.

1 C. Brigade, Camp near Brooks Station.” In full: “Approved and Resp. Forwarded—This officer is worthy and the service would be much benefitted by the acceptance of his assignments.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges; seemingly clipped from some type of larger letter or document. This dates to just five days before Davis was killed in action at the Battle of Brandy Station at the beginning of the Gettysburg Campaign. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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384. Gettysburg. Civil War–dated ALS in pencil, signed “Lollie

E. Boardman,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.75, Wheatland, July 4, 1863. Letter to Rev. Gordon of Fannettsburg, Pennsylvania. In part: “I have seen quite as many of the boasted sons of our Southern States, as I have any desire to see, unless I could see them marched back as prisoners. There are no Rebels near us now. They seem to be concentrating their forces at Gettysburg, and have been fighting there for three days. The last account we had, our men were gaining and have taken six thousand prisoners. We had quite an exciting little fight in Carlisle on Wednesday evening.

There were several of our men wounded—none killed. The Jamison buildings and the Gas House were destroyed by fire and some few honor marks given to some of the buildings in town by cannonball and shell. My friends have all lost considerable property, but feel willing for a still greater sacrifice, if it is needed to close this war...We have heard that Vicksburg and Richmond are ours, but are not certain that the report is true.” In fine condition, with writing very light but legible and a trivial stain to one edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200

The sought-after Confederate commander just months before his death on the battlefield 385. Ambrose P. Hill. Confederate general who gained early fame as commander of the ‘Light Division’ under Stonewall Jackson and was killed during the Third Battle of Petersburg (1825–1865). Civil War–dated endorsement signature, “A. P. Hill,” dated at the Headquarters 3rd Corps, Army of Northern Virginia, December 20, 1864, on the docketing panel of a later pay receipt, one page, 8.25 x 7.5, January 30, 1865.

A very light endorsement by Cadmus Wilcox is penned above Hill’s, and another by Walter Taylor is penned below, returning the documents “by order of Genl Lee.” The opposing side states that Sergeant Robert R. Hemphill has been paid. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall dampstaining and soiling, and show-through from writing to opposing sides; Hill’s signature is strong and bold. This document dates to just four months before Hill was killed in action at the Third Battle of Petersburg as he tried to rally his troops in the face of a Union offensive. Hill is an exceedingly scarce Confederate autograph, particularly in so bold an example. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

386. Jedediah Hotchkiss. The

most famous cartographer of the Civil War (1828–1899) whose detailed maps of the Shenandoah Valley are often credited as principal factors in Stonewall Jackson’s victories. Rare ink and watercolor survey map of land in Alleghany County, Virginia, drawn by Hotchkiss on an off-white 7.75 x 9.75 onionskin sheet, labeled “L” at the top. Below the map is a legend noting the scale, “Scale 15 Chains to One Inch,” and size, “464 1/2 A. by Patent, 471.85 A. by Survey of 1871, 7.35 A. Excess.” The large sketch depicts various geographical features, including mountains and rivers. A manuscript report describing the property, penned on both sides of a lightly lined sheet, is affixed at the left edge. Toned adhesive along the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

387. O. O. Howard. ALS,

two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 8, Headquarters Department of the Columbia letterhead, August 29, 1874.

Letter to General Beatty and Captains Myers and McCrory, in part: “I can never forget my connection with the Army of the Cumberland. With the 4th Army Corps I had the squarest, closest, most constant battling from Tunnel Hill & Buzzard Roost to Atlanta, most of the time opposite the enemy’s centre & close up. You will recall it all—the losses then & since—even if our countrymen forget what the soldiers living & dead have accomplished…our children & children’s children will at least have before them examples of devotion, heroism & constancy that will not fail to impress & influence them. May they be ever fearless, resisting even unto blood if need be in defense of the right. My heart is with you.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, adhesive remnants to left edge, slight soiling, tape-repaired tears to body, and erased pencil notations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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388. Iwo Jima: Rene Gagnon. War-dated ALS signed “Rene,” one page, 7 x 10.25, United States Marines letterhead, Parris Island, South Carolina, June 26, 1943. Letter to his future wife Pauline Harris, whom Gagnon refers to as “Kiddo,” in part: “I will tell you the good news right away. I got a letter from Floyd and my suit will be ready when I come home on furlough. I will pick it up and pay for it any day I want to when I am on furlough, isn’t that swell. Now that I’ve got a dress uniform we’ll be able to go to a formal dance, and I won’t have [to] wory [sic] about renting a tuxedo.” In fine condition, with some irregular toning and creasing to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

French National Guard commission as revolution breaks out in 1789 389. Marquis de Lafayette. Partly-printed vellum DS in French,

signed “Lafayette,” one page, 14.25 x 9.5, September 1, 1789. Untranslated official military commission for the French National Guard signed at the conclusion by Lafayette, Jean-Sylvain Bailly, and Charles Francois Bouche. The paper seal affixed to the lower right remains intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, light soiling, and toning to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare 1862 handwritten field pass for a Richmond farmer 390. Robert E. Lee. Civil War–dated ADS,

signed “R. E. Lee, Genl,” one page, 7.25 x 3.5, May 22, 1862. Document issued from “Hd Qrts Richmond,” instructing that a gentleman “of Richmond will be allowed to pass all guards & patrols from this City to his farm on Brooke turnpike & to return at his pleasure.”

Restored to very good condition, with repaired separations to intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing between initials in the signature), repaired paper loss, and overall soiling. On this same day, General Lee met with Confederate President Jefferson Davis and rode out to Mechanicsville with the intention of meeting Joseph E. Johnston and reviewing military strategy, but they ultimately did not meet; instead, Lee and Davis were dismayed to find their troops disorganized and ill-prepared for defense. Johnston would be wounded later that week, making way for Lee to assume command of the Army of Northern Virginia. Handwritten field passes from Lee at this crucial time in his military career are rare and of the utmost desirability. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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391. Robert E. Lee. Unsigned 2.5 x 3.25 albumen photo of Robert E. Lee, his son Custis Lee, and Colonel Walter Taylor outside his home in Richmond, Virginia. Mounted on modern cardstock. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and a few trivial surface marks. Starting Bid $200

Scarce disabled Confederate soldier charity certificate signed

by Lee and Hood 392. Robert E. Lee and John Bell Hood. Choice partly-

printed DS, signed “R. E. Lee” and “J. B. Hood, Pres,” one page, 6.25 x 4.25, no date. An unissued subscription certificate for the benefit of the the Southern Hospital Association for Disabled Soldiers in New Orleans, founded in July, 1866. Signed at the conclusion by Hood as the organization’s president and in the lower left by General Lee, who served as one of the directors. Handsomely archivally double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Lee bearing a facsimile signature to an overall size of 12.25 x 21. In fine condition, with trivial foxing and a stray ink spot to Hood’s signature. The mission of the organization was to offer expert medical care to seriously disabled Confederate soldiers in order to improve their quality of life. Very few of these signed certificates are known, with this being an exceptionally well-preserved example. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“The Emperor of China has bestowed upon you Class II Order of the Double Dragon” 393. Li Hongzhang. Qing Empire general (1823–1901) who quelled

several major rebellions and served as the premier viceroy of Zhili and the minister of Belyang from 1871 to 1895. ALS in French signed, “Thu,” one page, 8.25 x 13, embossed dragon insignia on Chinese Imperial Legation letterhead, Berlin January 1897. Letter written to Monsieur Otto Budole, informing him that the emperor of China has bestowed upon him the grade of Class II in the Order of the Double Dragon. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (near but not affecting signature), a few minor surface creases, and a paperclip impression to upper left; the writing remains impressively crisp and bold. The Order of the Double Dragon was founded by the Guangxu Emperor in 1882 as an award for foreigners providing outstanding services to the Qing Empire. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

394. Douglas MacArthur.

Brigadier general’s red felt onestar car pennant, 9.75 x 6, used

by General Douglas MacArthur sometime between 1918 and 1925. A couple small moth holes to one side, otherwise fine condition. MacArthur rose to the rank of temporary brigadier general while serving in France during World War I, receiving his generals’ star on June 26, 1918. He retained this wartime rank through his appointment as superintendent at West Point, serving there for two years before taking command of the Military District of Manila in the Philippines. He received his second star in 1925. MacArthur presented this flag to his closest aide, General Courtney Whitney, who served under MacArthur and later played a major role in the post-WWII liberalization of Japan. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Whitney’s daughter-in-law. Starting Bid $200

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395. Douglas M a c A r t h u r.

World War IIdated TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, General Headquarters, Southwest Pacific Area letterhead, November 19, 1944.

Letter of condolences to Josie M. Miller, in full: “In the death of your son, Private First Class Ernest W. Miller, you have my heartfelt sympathy. His service was characterized by his devotion to our beloved country, and in his death we have lost a gallant comrade-in-arms.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The Gray Ghost remembers “when the greenbacks were captured” 396. John S. Mosby. ALS signed “Jno. S. Mosby,” one page, 8.5 x

11, Massanetta Spring Water letterhead, July 12, 1913. Letter to “Dear Fount,” presumably Fount Beattie, one of Mosby’s rangers. In part: “I went in to Harrisburg today & sent you today’s paper. I really thought until I read Charlie Dean’s interview that I was present when the greenbacks were captured.” In very good condition, with partial separations to intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), several tears and small areas of paper loss to left edge, dampstaining to the left side, and significant mirroring to ink. Although Mosby and his men were technically part of J. E. B. Stuart’s cavalry, they operated largely as an independent guerilla force. On October 14, 1864, Mosby and eighty of his rangers robbed a train on the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad—an event often referred to as The Greenback Raid—and got away with so much money that each man’s share amounted to over $2,000. The success of this massive heist further enhanced the Mosby myth and legend. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“I am delighted to have the rank as well as the command” 397. George S. Patton. TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, Headquarters Second Armored Division, Fort Benning letterhead, April 17, 1941. Letter to his brother-in-law, Charles F. ‘Chill’ Ayer. In part: “Thanks very much for your kind note of congratulation.

Apparently, our conversation together on the subject had a sub-conscious influence on the powers that be. Anyway I am delighted to have the rank as well as the command.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases.

Written just two weeks after his promotion to major general, Patton was put in charge of training the full-strength tank corps of the US Army, nicknamed ‘Hell on Wheels.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“I have taken him into the Victory,” writes Lord Nelson, “and shall be happy after the Battle”

398. Horatio Nelson. ALS signed “Nelson & Bronte,” one page, 7.25 x 9, February 28, 1804. Letter to Earl Macartney, written from the “Victory” while blockading Toulon. In part: “Your godson Mr. Macartney Cauldwell…was appointed surgeons mate to the Excellent but I have taken him into the Victory and shall be happy after the Battle to assist in his promotion.” Nicely double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 21 x 15. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. The surgeon in question, Dr. George Macartney Caldwell, RN, was lost at sea on the HMS Arab in 1824.

During this early part of 1804, Nelson continued his long blockade of Toulon, a defensive tactic preventing the French fleet there from escaping into the Mediterranean and contributing to the Napoleonic Wars. Nelson had frigates patrolling the waters to gather intelligence on any troop movements and was eager to lure the French out of their port and destroy them on the open sea—surely the “Battle” he anticipates in this letter.

Contrary to his expectations, the fleet did not attempt to escape Toulon and it was not until a year later that Admiral Pierre-Charles Villeneuve managed to slip through Nelson’s blockade. This would result in the famed Battle of Trafalgar, during which Nelson was killed while leading the Royal Navy to a decisive victory. Remaining in superb condition with bold writing and excellent content—the Royal Navy’s surgeons had famously amputated his right arm years earlier—this is a choice example from the famed admiral. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Revolutionary War court martial approved by Israel Putnam, sentencing a traitor to “suffer the pain and & penalty of death by being hanged by the neck until he be dead”

399. Israel Putnam. American general (1718–1790) who played a pivotal role in the planning and execution of the Battle of Bunker Hill. Rare

Revolutionary War–dated autograph endorsement signed “Israel Putnam MG” on the reverse of a manuscript DS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 12.5, dated “Piekskil ye 16 July 1777.” Putnam’s six-line autograph endorsement, in full (spelling and grammar retained): “I have considred the Evedancys and the doings of the court marshol and aprove of the sam and ordor that William hopkins be executed on mondy the 21 instant betwen the hours of 10 and a 11 A.M. at fort Mongomry and that Jacob vantosel be put on bord the Gally Shark and be kep to hard duty.” The document describes court martial proceedings at Fort Montgomery, in part: “William Hopkins, being brought before the Court charged with going to & holding a correspondence with the Enemy—for enlisting men for the Enemy’s service—and for stealing horses & carrying them to the Enemy. Prisoner pleads not guilty. Samuel Garrison being sworn…Saith that…The Deponant was at Mr. Ryley’s Tavern… where William Hopkins was & after drinking together sometime, said Hopkins pulled down his stocking & shewed the Deponent that he the s’d Hopkins has white breeches & stockings on, said Hopkins asked said Deponent whether he knew what his white breeches & stockings meant, That he told the Prisoner he did, That he the Prisoner invited him to go with him to New York that he would live better there…the Prisoner told him that he came up with an intent to inlist men for the Enemy if he could get some likely men—That the Prisoner told him he had a pass from General Putnam…The Deponent further saith that the Prisoner drank the King’s health…The Court upon deliberation adjudge the Prisoner to be guilty…for which he should suffer the pain and & penalty of death by being hanged by the neck until he be dead.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, and paper loss to the lower corner of the second page.

Putnam is an incredibly rare autograph in private hands, especially so in Revolutionary War military documents. Earlier in the summer a British spy had been caught nearby and, unbeknownst to Putnam, immediately ordered to be hanged; the general was shocked upon learning of an execution without a trial and saw that it would not happen again. In a statement issued by Putnam on July 27, one week after Hopkins was hanged, he emphasized his position on the matter: ‘Spies are the most detestable of all enemies and ought to be speedily executed, though not without trial and legal conviction.’ In another of Putnam’s letters from the same period, concerning a different case, he famously wrote to the British general Henry Clinton: ‘Edmund Palmer, an officer in the enemy’s service, was taken as a spy lurking within our lines; he has been tried as a spy, condemned as a spy, and shall be executed as a spy.’ This lengthy example demonstrates Putnam’s absolute intolerance of traitors as well as his respect for due process, a foundational American value. Given both its extreme rarity and its embodiment of these definitive ideals, this is a remarkable document of true historical significance. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Amazing 1863 document featuring the Confederacy’s Gettysburg heroes, highlighted by the excessively rare Stephen Dodson Ramseur

400. Stephen Dodson Ramseur and Junius Daniel. Exceedingly rare combination of Civil War–dated endorsements by Stephen Dodson

Ramseur, Junius Daniel, Richard S. Ewell, and Robert H. Chilton on a docketing panel removed from an application for furlough, one page, 9.5 x 7.25, September 1863. Silked on both sides for preservation. In very good condition, with separations to folds, toning and soiling, and chipping to edges. The most notable autographs are those of Ramseur and Daniel, two Confederate heroes of the first day of Gettysburg who were both killed in action in 1864. Ramseur represents one of the rarest and most sought-after of all Civil War autographs, and Daniel is also considerably scarce.

Ewell, who achieved fame as a senior commander under Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee, is remembered for his controversial decisions at Gettysburg and Spotsylvania Court House. Chilton served as chief of staff under Robert E. Lee for much of the war. With an extraordinary combination of rare and important signers, this is an outstanding, likely one-of-a-kind Civil War document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Striking portrait of the Fengtian clique soldier 402.

Rong Zhen. Militant of

401. Revolutionary War. Revolutionary War–dated manuscript DS,

one page both sides, 8 x 13, April 28, 1776. Rhode Island enlistment document signed or marked by nine men who “solemnly engage and enlist our selves as Soldiers in ye pay of the Colony of Rhode Island for the preservation of the Liberties of America and the Defence of the United Colonies in General and of this Colony in Particular From the Day of our Enlistment for one year unless the Service Admit of a Discharge sooner Which Shall Be at the Discretion of the General Assembly And We Hereby Promise to Submit our selves to all the orders and Regulations of the Army and Faithfully to observe and obey all Such orders as We shall Receive from time to time from our Officers.” In very good condition, with noticeable repaired separations to intersecting folds (passing through portions of signatures and text), toning and soiling, and a few chips to edges. One of the privates who signs his mark, Thomas Angles, went on to serve under Jeremiah Olney and saw action at Yorktown before being discharged at Saratoga. Starting Bid $200

Northern China (1891-?). Vintage matte-finish 7 x 10 photo, boldly signed in black ink in Chinese.

This exceptional image, taken

by Yung Fang photographers of Peking, exhibits their official blind-stamp in the bottom right corner. In very good condition, with moderate surface creases and wear, spot of discoloration to background, and slight silvering to darker areas of photo; the overall presentability of the image at arms length remains exceptional. After the collapse of the Wang Jingwei regime, Rong was arrested by Chiang Kai-Shek and sentenced to death on military tribunal: his ultimate fate remains unknown.Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

403. Eddie Rickenbacker.

Nice collection of ten items first, a matte-finish 6.75 x 8.75 photo of a painting of Rickenbacker, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my dear friend, ‘Bill Westlake,’ as always, Eddie Rickenbacker, 1943”; and nine TLSs signed “Eddie,” totaling eleven pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, dated from 1947 to 1962. One from 1947, in part: “Today, instead of tranquility we have turmoil, not only at home, but among peoples of the world. Turmoil, resulting from the suffering and strife of World War II brought about by the selfishness and greed of a few…Unless we in America and the peoples of the world rededicate ourselves to the full appreciation that progress and prosperity can only continue by producing an honest day’s labor for an honest day’s pay, we cannot help but return to the slavery of the dark ages with the consequent misery for mankind as a whole.” Photo is matted to an overall size of 12 x 14. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by five original mailing envelopes.

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404. Jose de San Martin. Ar-

gentine general (1778–1850) and the prime leader of the southern part of South America’s successful struggle for independence from Spain. Untranslated manuscript DS in Spanish, signed “Jose de S’n Martin,” one page, 8 x 12, June 19, 1820.

Intersecting folds, moderate scattered soiling, and some paper loss to the right edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

405. Union Recruiting Broadside. Interesting early

printed recruitment broadside, 13.5 x 16.5, April 22, 1861, encouraging enlistment in a Union rifle company. The top features a handsome engraving of an eagle holding a banner reading, “Our Country!,” with large lettering below, “To Arms! To Arms!” The advertisement reads, in full: “All ablebodied men who are willing to join a Rifle Company, and offer their services, are requested to hand in their names at the Head Quarters of the Union Blood Rifle Guards without delay. All neighboring towns can address the Company, at the Head-Quarters in Bedford, and hold themselves in readiness to march at an hour’s notice.” The headquarters address is filled out in manuscript below, “Over Stone Store, S. D. Mathews Recruiting Officer.” Intersecting folds with small separations at intersections, and a few trivial tiny edge tears and creases, otherwise fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

“I cannot but sympathize with General Grant” 406. William T. Sherman. ALS signed “W. T. Sherman,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, May 11, 1884. In part: “The papers are free of the Grand Ward affair, and I cannot but sympathize with General Grant, who when I was last in New York actually thought his son ‘Buck’—U. S. G. Jr. was a financial prodigy, and was not only amassing fortune but reputation. With my previous experiences with ‘Money’ I was incredulous but said nothing, and now the curtain’s being raised we see the whole thing revealed. My course in life has been the very reverse of Grant’s.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and trivial soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite portrait of Sherman. President Grant’s son had established a brokerage firm with notorious swindler Ferdinand Ward, who ran the firm as a Ponzi scheme. It collapsed in 1884 and the Grant family lost nearly everything along with other investors such as Thomas Nast. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

407. World War I Aces. Impressive assortment of eighteen items, consisting almost

entirely of photos in various sizes and finishes, each individually signed in ink and felt tip

by World War I fighter aces from both Central and Allied forces, a few inscribed, including: Harry von Bulow-Bothkamp (SP and TLS), Keith Caldwell, Willy Coppens de Houthulst, Wilfred Curtis, Douglas Arthur Davies, Armand de Turenne (two SPs and a signature), Gerhard Fieseler, Jean Alfred Fraissinet, Donald Hardman, Theodor Osterkamp, Armand Pinsard, Wolfram Freiherr von Richthofen, Gilbert Sardier, Carl-August von Schoenebeck, and Reginald Soar. In overall very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, creasing, and moderate contrast to some signatures, and brushing and scattered ink marks to the de Turenne photos. Starting Bid $200 108 | October 14, 2015 | MILITARY

The ‘forgotten hero of the Revolution’

408. David Wooster. American general (1711–1777) known for

serving in the French and Indian War and Revolutionary War who was killed in action at the Battle of Ridgefield; he is considered a ‘forgotten hero of the Revolution.’ Early manuscript DS, one page, 8 x 13, May 30, 1748. Military document issued at Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, headed “A Regimental Court Martial in Sir Wm. Pepperell’s Regiment,” detailing charges against several soldiers, including: “Sergeant Greenfield…

For Neglect of Duty, & disobedience of orders,” “Sergeant Monro… and Corporal Call…for disobedience of orders & Neglect of Duty,” and “John Adkins…for Selling a new pair of Shoes, and on Suspicion of breaking open a Chest of Jeremiah Andrews, and taking from thence a Dollar & a half, and a New Shirt.” All but the latter were acquitted, and Adkins was sentenced to one hundred lashes after being found “Guilty of Selling his Shoes, but not breaking open the Chest.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by Wooster. Intersecting folds and scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Wooster served under Pepperell’s command at the 1745 Siege of Louisbourg, a part of King George’s War, commonly known as the War of the Austrian Succession.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

409. World War II. Three Japa-

nese printed cardstock photographs, 10.5 x 7.25, celebrating the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, with images showing: two Japanese Zeros in the air with a plume of smoke rising from the USS Oklahoma in the center; a side-view of the extensive damage of Battleship Row as oil slicks spill from the ships; and an aerial view of Battleship Row with the USS Arizona already under water. Uniform toning and light edgewear, otherwise overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

410. Felix Zollicoffer. Confederate brigadier general (1812–1862) who was killed in action at the Battle of Mill Springs, making him the first Confederate general to die in the Western Theater. ALS signed “F. K. Zollicoffer,” one page, 6.5 x 4, January 18, 1862. Field directive to Captain Rutledge issued from his headquarters at Beech Grove.

In full: “Will have four guns of his batter—two howitzers and two six pounders ready to march at 6 oclock this evening. Let the gun carriages and caissons each have two extra horses.” Affixed to a slightly larger sheet for reinforcement. Mounted, matted, and framed to an overall size of 17 x 16. Complete separations to intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), heavy soiling and some dampstaining, and brushing to ink, otherwise very good condition. This letter dates to one day before the Battle of Mill Springs, in which Zollicoffer was killed in action; a collector’s pencil notation identifies it as his last letter. Starting Bid $200

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Superb Pennsylvania infantryman’s complete cartridge box 411. 130th Pennsylvania Infantry. Federal pattern infantryman’s M1864 .58 caliber cartridge box carried by Union soldier Adam Fitzkee of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, identified on a period pasteboard card enclosed in the implement pouch reading, “Cartridge Box used by Adam Fitzkee.” The black bridle leather accouterment set is complete with the M1864 cartridge box, sling, and attached percussion cap box. The cartridge box measures approximately 8 x 6.5 x 2 and retains both original inner two-compartment tins, all inner flaps and tabs, brass oval “US” plate adorning the main flap, and both roller buckles and finial. Crisply impressed on the top of the inner flap is the maker’s stamp, “H. W. Oliver, Pittsburg, PA.” The leather shoulder strap is stamped “Boyd & Sons, Boston,” and is complete with both sets of leather billets intact. An attractive circular brass Eagle breastplate decorates the sling, and the leather percussion cap box is attached with two leather loops on the back; a maker’s mark, “W. Kinsey & Co, Newark, NJ,” is stamped on the top of the inner percussion cap box flap, and the box retains its original fleece and pink. All stitching is original and tight. Some flaking and cracking to the sling, otherwise overall fine condition. Impressively well-preserved with great visual appeal. Provenance: The Horse Soldier. Accompanied by a packet of photocopied records detailing Fitzkee’s military service. Fitzkee served two stints in the Union Army, first in Company B, 130th Pennsylvania Volunteers from August 1862 until March 1863. During this period he received a scalp wound at Antietam while charging an enemy position near the sunken road. He reenlisted in February 1865, this time serving in the 195th until January 1866. Starting Bid $500

412. 3rd Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. Model 1858 smooth side canteen, measur-

ing approximately 8˝ in diameter and 3˝ thick, retaining its original carrying strap and about eighty percent of its original brown cloth cover. Also retains its original metal and cork stopper and chain. Despite significant wear, the dark stencil of crossed rifles with an “A” above and a “3, CT” below are discernible on one side of the cloth covering, indicating Company A of the 3rd Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. In very good condition, with several dents to the body and aforementioned wear to cover. Starting Bid $200

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413. 44th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. Desirable

Ames Model 1850 foot officer’s sword identified to Lieutenant Frederick T. Brown of Company ‘K’ in the 44th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. The handsome sword is a product of the Ames Manufacturing Company of Chicopee, Massachusetts, and features a finely detailed, single-banded brass hilt with a stong guard and slightly forward-bent knucklebow with an intricately cast face displaying oak leaf scrolls and acanthus leaves. The blade measures 30.25˝ long and is nicely acid-etched on both sides with foot-long designs starting right above the ricasso; one side has the large block letters “U. S.” centered in between scroll and military arms designs, while the other side has the manufacturer’s name, scroll designs, and a banner reading “E pluribus unum.” The original leather washer is tight and intact, and the original grips consist of a wooden, center-swelled handle wrapped in high quality, dark colored rayskin with double-twist brass wire bound around the handle. The brass, Phrygian-style pommel cap is decorated with ornate scrollwork featuring laurel leaves and features a tiered, domed cap.

In fine condition, with scattered spots of pinprick rust putting and some oxidation marks to the blade, nice patina to the hilt, and the brass wire on the grip slightly loose. Includes the original scabbard with brass fittings, including upper and lower mounts and the drag. The upper brass band bears the manufacturer’s stamp on one side, “Ames Mfg. Co., Chicopee, Mass,” and is engraved on the opposite side, “Fred. T. Brown, 44th Mass’tts.” Accompanied by a packet of research material about Brown including copies of his military records. Provenance: The Horse Soldier. Starting Bid $300

414. 7th Virginia Cavalry. Confederate

cartridge box of pre-war manufacture used

by W. R. Cline of the 7th Virginia Cavalry. The cartridge box measures approximately 8.75 x 4.5 x 1.75 and is constructed using a heavy dark brown leather with a wide single belt loop on the reverse. The large outer flap has a latch tab which closes over a small flat brass finial on the bottom of the box, and opens to reveal another flap over the main compartment and a thin tool pouch on the front. In the main compartment is a form-fitted wooden block designed to hold eight cartridges of up to .69 caliber. Includes a .577 caliber paper cartridge, embossed on the side “Eley Bros. London,” with its original boxwood base plug. Some cracking and flaking to leather, and a small tear to the closure tab, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by Cline’s 1910 application to join the Confederate Veterans Magruder Post No. 36 in Newport News, Virginia, as well as his yellow worsted wool cavalry hat cord. From the collection of Donald R. Tharpe. Starting Bid $300

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Superb Beaumont–Adams Army Revolver 415. Beaumont-Adams Revolver. Civil War–era British Beaumont–Adams Army Revolver with London retailer’s markings, serial #41116, .442 Caliber, 5 3/4˝ barrel with a very good, bright bore that has patches of dark freckling and pitting towards the muzzle. This is a handsome, British-made revolver that has an Edward Whistler retailer’s marking along the top strap, and retains 85% plus of the original bright blue finish that has faded along the edges and projections, and has developed mild brown freckling along the barrel, cylinder pin bolster, and spots along the cylinder. The side-mounted loading lever is assembly numbered on the reverse (101) and has an overall dull gray patina with remnants of the original vivid fire blue still visible at the pivot. The sliding safety catch on the right side of the frame also has some of the original fire blue remaining as well. The trigger guard bow, likewise assembly numbered (101) on the interior, has a smoothly freckled gray/brown patina which repeats on the head and spur of the hammer. The checkered English walnut grips are in excellent condition with only light handling marks in the original dark oil finish, and minor flattening of the points. The mechanism is still tight and fully functional; lock-up and timing are excellent. Edward Whistler operated at 11 Strand, London from 1856 to 1900 (the company changing its name to Whistler & Co. in 1876). Although not officially adopted by the army, the Beaumont-Adams revolver was a popular weapon with the military and was privately purchased by many British officers, especially those stationed in Britain’s far-flung colonies, who favored it over its competitors both for its fast and reliable double-action, and large caliber. This example is in excellent condition and would make a splendid addition to any collection. Starting Bid $500

416. Confederate Canteen.

Confederate tin canteen with an impressed circular design on both sides, measuring approximately 6.5˝ in diameter and 2.5˝ thick, attached to its original cotton cloth carrying strap with iron buckle.

The canteen is designed with soldered seams and spout and retains its original cork and metal stopper.

Scattered small dings and soiling, and various stains and tears to the strap, otherwise fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

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417. Confederate Cap Box. Confederate painted cloth percussion cap box produced in Columbus, Georgia, for use by the Confederate military forces during the Civil War, measuring approximately 4 x 3.5 x 1.5, with a large stiff cover flap, smaller inner flap, closure finial at the bottom, and a 2.5˝ wide belt loop. In very good condition, with inner flap detached but held in place by stiff outer flap, wear to edges of the back and belt loop, and closure tab detached and absent. This exact piece is depicted in the Arms and Equipment of the Confederacy volume of Time Life’s Echoes of Glory reference book set. Starting Bid $500

418. Confederate Currency. Nicely displayed collection of Confederate currency housed in two informational presentation folders, including: an official ten-cent postage stamp, a Confederate twenty dollar bill, a state of Alabama fractional fifty-cent bill, a fifteen dollar bond coupon, a fifty dollar Treasury note, and a one hundred dollar Treasury note. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

419. Confederate Holster. Dark brown leather Confederate holster featuring a flap cut with a small tear at tip, measuring approximately

14˝ long and 6˝ at its widest, with a brass pear-shaped finial and light floral design around the finial closure hole. A thin leather strap is sewn beneath the flap to hold it in place, and the belt loop on the reverse measures .75 x 2. All seams are good except a short area near the top with period repair. In very good condition, with scattered crazing, flaking, and wear to leather. Provenance: The Horse Soldier. Starting Bid $300

420. Confederate Holster. Superb non-regulation Confederate leather belt holster for a large-cailber sidearm, measuring approximately

15˝ long and 7.5˝ at widest, with a ball-type brass finial, fully intact flap and closure tab, original tightly sewn leather bottom plug, and 3 x 5 belt loop. Constructed of supple black bridle leather, this is a strong example that appears to be form-fitted for a large frame revolver such as a Colt Model 1851 Navy, Colt Army Model 1860, or Remington New Model Army. Light overall crazing to leather, flaking and cracking to flap surface, and some scuffing at hinge, otherwise fine condition; a small area at the front of the flap is noticeably worn and slightly protruded, evidently due to the revolver’s hammer rubbing against it while in use. Starting Bid $200

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Remarkable archive from a wounded Union soldier held at Libby Prison

421. Libby Prison: Charles H. Burd. Fascinating collection of material related to Lt. Charles H. Burd, 4th Maine Volunteers, who was

shot in the head at the First Battle of Bull Run on July 21, 1861, captured by the rebel forces, and held in the Confederacy’s notorious Libby Prison for nine months before an exchange back to the Union. The group is comprised of letters related to Burd’s wound and recovery, the bullet fragments that were surgically removed from his skull, various related ephemera, and some personal effects. Included is an LS from Lorenzo Thomas to Vice President Hannibal Hamlin, January 21, 1862, in part: “Major General Wool has been directed to propose the exchange of Lieutenant Charles H. Burd…for some person held as a prisoner by the United States.” This must have been in response to an ALS by Hamlin, also present, dated a month earlier, stating that he will “call the attention of the Secy of War to the case of Lieut Burd.”

By far the most fascinating item in the archive is the actual bullet that was removed from Burd’s head, consisting of two fragmented pieces approximately half an inch in diameter, one of which visibly retains pieces of his skull lodged inside. The surgery and these bullets are described in two letters, both signed “J. W. Brown,” February 27 and March 5, 1862. The first, from Fort Monroe, in part: “I found Chas. quite comfortable…

He removed here…to have his head operated upon. He had a terrible wound…To-day it has been performed. Two of the most skillful surgeons in the U. S. removed the balance of the ball, which had passed thro’ both tables of the skull and was embedded in his brain. It was knitted to the bone, and was a most delicate job. His life hung by a thread. Thank God, it is removed and he is quite smart. He is now walking the room.”

Brown’s second letter, in part: “I left Chas. in good health and first rate spirits…I brought home the bullet taken from his head at Ft. Monroe, & have also the piece taken out by Dr. Banks in the field. They make quite a lump of lead. The last piece has the bone adhering to it which was broken when it was taken away…Chas. is fat, strong, & is a good deal more of a man than when he left us, in mind & body. He says he went away a democrat, a pro-slavery man, he comes back a rank abolitionist. He has seen the masters, and I presume that satisfied him…I saw a great many interesting sights among the rest Abraham Lincoln and lady.” Three cartes-de-visite of Burd are included, most notably one in which his head is bandaged following the surgery and two showing him in uniform.

Also includes a DS signed by Edwin M. Stanton appointing Burd to the Invalid Corps, as well as some other related letters and documents, and a mounted albumen photograph of Libby Prison. In addition to the comprehensive archive of papers, a number of Burd’s personal effects are present, among them a purple and gold officer’s sash, two ‘prisoner art’ carved bone cufflinks, a rare bone spoon, and a few items from family members. In overall very good to fine condition. This absolutely unique collection not only chronicles the recovery of a wounded prisoner-ofwar, but reveals firsthand sentiments of those involved. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 115

Exceedingly rare Confederate child’s kepi 422. Confederate Kepi. Won-

derful dark blue wool kepi manufactured in the Confederacy, presumably for a drummer boy or child given its small size at approximately 6˝ in diameter, featuring a dark leather visor and adorned with gold braid trim in the chasseur pattern. The construction of the kepi is correct for the Civil War period. It is made of a dark blue wool broadcloth material and measures about 2˝ tall in the front and 5˝ in the back, with the top stiffened by a dark pasteboard covered in black cotton cloth. The same pasteboard material lines the plain leather sweatband, measuring 12.5˝ high, and the visor is constructed of three layers of leather, with black patent leather on top and brown leather on the bottom; an additional strip of thin black patent letter is machine sewn along the front edge. The trim appears to be a gold metallic braid hand-sewn to the body with a single strand thread. The chinstrap is a simple piece of flat braid with no loops or slides, and originally held in place by brass half-dome buttons, one of which remains entirely intact and the other with only the shank still in place. In very good condition, with a period repair to a split in the center of the visor, a small central hole in the top of the cap (seemingly from a missing button), and a split to the inner sweatband.

Provenance: The Horse Soldier. Accompanied by a letter by Civil War historian Les Jensen detailing his thorough examination of this kepi and providing his expert opinion that it is indeed an original Civil War kepi, noting that “it is a particularly fascinating survival, since very, very few child’s caps are known to survive.” Starting Bid $500

423. Gettysburg. Front page of the New York Herald from July 6, 1863,

16 x 22.5, with the headline reading: “The Seat of War in Pennsylvania.” A detailed map showing the border area between Pennsylvania and Maryland to the west of Gettysburg fills most of the first page, captioned above: “The Line of Retreat of Lee’s Rebel Army from Gettysburg—The Mountain Gaps Through Which He Will Probably Attempt to Pass.” Mounted and framed to an overall size of 20 x 26. In fine condition, with small tears to the left edge. Starting Bid $200

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Well-preserved Union cavalryman’s shell jacket 424.

Union Cavalry.

Handsome Union cavalry enlisted man’s shell jacket retaining its original brown and red checkered body lining, white cotton sleeve lining, and handsome yellow worsted wool piping with original saber belt supports at rear. All twelve original “Scovills & Co. Extra” buttons are present on the front, and with the cuffs also retaining three of their four original buttons. Jacket is marked in the right sleeve lining, size “X1,” inspector “H. E. Harkness,” with a blurred maker’s mark; probably a product of Schuylkill Arsenal.

A few small repairs to moth holes on body, a short length of restitched piping towards the back, and a bit of damage to lower inner edge, otherwise fine condition. An exceptionally attractive, desirable example of this iconic Civil War uniform. Starting Bid $300

425. Union Flag. Two swatches from a 34-star Union flag: a

large off-white star sewn on a field of 10.25 x 10.25 fabric, and a 3.5 x 1.75 section of the off-white and red stripes. Handsomely double-matted with a caption and reproduced image to an overall size of 18 x 14. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Historical Shop, stating that the pieces were taken from a large barracks flag flown during the Civil War from 1861 to 1863. Starting Bid $200

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Impressive saber from a New York cavalryman killed at Petersburg

426. Union Cavalry Saber and Scabbard.

Sought-after imported transition Model 1840/60 sword manufactured by the W. Clauberg firm of Solingen, Prussia, identified to First Lieutenant John V. Bedell of of Company ‘K’ in the 2nd New York Mounted Rifles. The campaign-grade saber is a fine original edged weapon that features an embellished brass hilt and a handsome, slightly curved, high quality 34˝ long steel blade, with a width of 1 1/8˝, a 25˝ long stopped fuller, and 15˝ narrow fuller. The typical ‘Clauberg, Standing Knight’ maker’s mark is found on the reverse ricasso and features the name “W. Clauberg, Solingen” lightly stamped above and below the figure. Blade flats exhibit a light, dusky gray satin finish with a mottled appearance from scattered areas of oxidation; handsome blade is free of edge nicks and has a smooth surface with minimum floral and military motifs. Obverse ricasso is plain with a floral display above and a central spread-winged eagle flanked with small geometric designs; reverse is the same but for block letters, “U. S.,” in place of the eagle. Blade etching is worn and smooth.

The embellished, cast brass hilt is typical of most Solingen-made M1840 cavalry officers’ sabers, with a symmetrical two-branch guard integrated into the knucklebow, hilt displaying the acanthus fan on the inside quillon, cast laurel leaf on both upper branches, and an ornate foliate design at the junction of knucklebow and pommel. Retains the original leather washer and grips are very good with the typical M1840 grooved wooden handle, cord wrapped and covered with charcoal gray sharkskin. A fine, double-twist, brass gilded wire rests within the grooves with each turn flanked by two strands of brass gilded wire. The Phygerian-style brass pommel cap has a high dome tang with a peened blade tang; casting detail is worn. Scabbard is original and exhibits a pleasing, dark plum-gray patina, and is finished with brass furniture having nicely scalloped edges. Also includes eight letters from Bedell written home to his family during the war, as well as unusually large 6 x 6.5 period albumen photo of Bedell in uniform and holding this very sword, matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 14.5. Accompanied by a comprehensive photocopied packet of Bedell’s military records.

John V. Bedell was just nineteen years old when he enlisted as a private in the New York Mounted Rifles on September 18, 1863, and earned a promotion to to lieutenant only five months later. He fought with the regiment until being seriously wounded—a gunshot to the head—in June 1864 at Petersburg, Virginia. He was discharged and sent home to Buffalo to recuperate but never recovered, dying from his wounds on July 8, 1864. Starting Bid $1000

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427. Union Infantry. Handsome leather non-issue infantry waist belt set, consisting of the dark leather 2˝ wide belt, an M1839 ‘puppy paw’ style US brass belt plate, cap box with impressed inspection stamp on the flap and original wool lining, brass-tipped leather scabbard, and US-stamped .58 caliber angular bayonet. In very good condition, with some cracking and flaking to leather, and a tear through half of the scabbard loop (the remainder still firmly attached). Starting Bid $200

428. Union Navy Model Revolver. Savage Revolving Fire-Arms Co. Navy Model Revolver, serial #7557, .36 caliber, 7˝ octagon barrel with a fine, bright bore that has a small amount of mild pitting within the grooves. This is a Civil War issued revolver that has had the metal cleaned to an overall pewter gray patina with darker spots of freckling and pinprick pitting on the frame ahead of the cylinder, the exterior of the cylinder itself, along the loading lever, and on the sides of both the hammer and ring trigger. The markings along the top strap are still clear and legible, and the brass front sight has tarnished to a dull ochre-brown color. The revolver is mechanically functional, although the timing is slightly off, causing the cylinder to creep out of alignment as it’s advanced. One of the percussion nipples has broken, but the remaining five are intact. The original walnut grips have been sanded and refinished with a semi-glossy varnish, however the U.S. military inspector’s cartouche is still visible on the butt of the left side panel just below the grip screw bolster. The wood has numerous small handling marks and minor blemishes, but is otherwise in very good shape without any cracks or chips. The Civil War Savage Navy was the successor to the Savage & North ‘Figure 8’ revolver and utilized an unusual double trigger mechanism. The ring trigger cocked the hammer and advanced the cylinder, while the conventional trigger fired the gun. This example is in good overall condition. Starting Bid $300

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429. Hap Arnold Starting Bid $200

433. James H. Doolittle Starting Bid $200

437. Military Figures Starting Bid $200

430. Omar Bradley Starting Bid $200

431. Orlando R. Chamberlain

434. Alfred Dreyfus

435. Calixto Garcia

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436. Jean-Baptiste Jourdan Starting Bid $200

438. Mountbatten of Burma

439. Chester Nimitz

440. Chester Nimitz

442. George S. Patton

443. Adolphe Pegoud

444. John J. Pershing

Starting Bid $200

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441. Oku Yasukata

432. James H. Doolittle

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445. Francis Gary Powers

446. Revolutionary War Starting Bid $200

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448. The Rowe Family Starting Bid $200

449. Vasily Stalin Starting Bid $200

452. Union Deserter

453. Union Soldier

456. Union Soldiers

457. Mary E. Walker

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450. Alexander Stephens

447. Eddie Rickenbacker Starting Bid $200

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451. Major General Ting Tien Yung

454. Union Soldier

455. Union Soldier

458. Sgt. Alvin C. York

459. Georgy Zhukov

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aviation 460. Ludwig Bolkow.

German aeronautical pioneer (1912–2003). Glossy 4 x 6.5 half-length photo of Bolkow holding a model helicopter, signed in fountain pen. Overall bends and creases and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

463.

Amelia Earhart. Choice glossy 3 x 4 head-and-shoulders photo of Earhart, boldly signed in fountain pen. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

464.

Ernst Heinkel. German air-

461. Amelia Earhart. Ink signature, “Amelia Earhart,” on an off-

white 3 x 2 slip clipped from the close of a letter. Affixed to a samesize sheet. In fine condition, with faint ink marks to lower portion and trivial show-through from writing to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

462. Amelia Earhart. Uncommon vintage matte-finish 9 x 7 soft-

focus photo of the famed aviatrix wearing a fur stole and posing with a group of people, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mr. and Mrs. Hutchins, with sincere good wishes, Amelia Earhart.”

Affixed to a same-size mount. In fine condition, with trimmed edges, a slight crease extending from lower left edge, and Global and PSA/ DNA labels affixed to mount backing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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craft designer and manufacturer (1888–1958) whose company produced the world’s first turbojet airplane and the first rocket-powered aircraft. TLS in German, one page, 7 x 9, personal black-bordered mourning letterhead, December 9, 1941. Untranslated letter offering condolences to Wilhelm Kissel, chairman of the board of DaimlerBenz, on the death of his son Hans Werner. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Letter to the Spirit of St. Louis designer: “You might have engineering records that would be of great interest” 465. Charles Lindbergh. TLS signed “Charles A. Lindbergh,” three pages, 8.5 x 11,

March 6, 1940. Letter to Donald A. Hall, an engineer at Ryan Airlines who co-designed the Spirit of St. Louis. In part: “I have just received a letter from Dr. George W. Lewis, Director of Research, N.A.C.A., enquiring about data connected with the ‘Spirit of St. Louis.’ Dr. Lewis tells me that the Institute of the Aeronautical Sciences is collecting material relating to the early flights, and would like to have anything available that relates to the ‘Spirit of St. Louis.’

Practically everything I had pertaining to the ‘Spirit of St. Louis’ has been turned over to the Missouri Historical Society and the Smithsonian Institution…It occurs to me, however, that you might have engineering records that would be of great interest to them, and I am writing on the chance that you would be willing to turn these over to the Institute…Dr. Lewis sent me a copy of the ‘Technical Preparation of the Airplane Spirit of St. Louis’ which you wrote for the N.A.C.A. soon after the flight in 1927…I am glad that you were able to make this record when it was fresh in your mind.” In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip mark to the top edge.

Fabulous content with an excellent association between aviation pioneers. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

466. Orville Wright. Foun-

tain pen signature, “Orville Wright,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. Affixed to a same-size sheet. In fine condition, with mounting remnants to corners and the signature a shade light. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

467. Chuck Yeager. Set of five photos of Yeager and his various aircraft, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed in black ink, with a few inscribed. In overall fine condition, with a crease to the upper right corner tip of the 8 x 10 cardstock photo. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

Zeppelin declines an autograph request, citing a reluctance “to occupy a position alongside those men who performed really great deeds” 468. Graf Ferdinand von Zeppelin. Ger-

man engineer (1838–1917) who designed the famous rigid airship that bears his name. Humble ALS in German, signed “Graf von Zeppelin,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Girsberg bei Emmishofen letterhead, September 1893. Zeppelin writes Dr. Gottfried Deckler. In part (translated): “To my regret, I cannot…provide you with a page for your album because my simple execution of the mission confided to me at the beginning of the war in 1870 doesn’t give me the right to occupy a position alongside those men who performed really great deeds.”

In fine condition with Deckler’s collector’s stamp on the reverse of an adjacent page. Accompanied by an 11.25 x 8.25 polychrome postcard showing an airship flying over a picturesque town and an enthusiastic crowd. Zeppelin studied French balloons during the Franco-Prussian War. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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space 470. Mercury Astronauts.

473. Gus Grissom.

Collection of eight items, consisting of vintage signed photos and letters, including: a 1961 TLS on Project Mercury letterhead, signed “Leroy G. Cooper, Jr.”; a 1961 TLS on Project Mercury letterhead, signed “John H. Glenn, Jr.”; two glossy photos of Gordon Cooper, signed “Leroy G. Cooper, Jr.”; two glossy photos of Deke Slayton, both inscribed and signed “Donald K. Slayton”; a glossy photo inscribed and signed by Wally Schirra, “Walter M. Schirra, Jr.,” adding the Mercury logo below; and a 1961 TLS on Project Mercury letterhead, signed “Walter M. Schirra, Jr.” In overall very good condition, with various creases and trimmed edges to photos, a heavy diagonal crease through one of the Slayton photos, and toned tape remnants to letters. Accompanied by four unsigned photos. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

Early TLS signed “Virgil I. Grissom,” one page, 8 x 6.25, Project Mercury letterhead, May 27, 1961. Response to an admirer. In part: “I always enjoy hearing from young people who are interested in our space program. I am sending you some literature about Project Mercury which should be of interest to you.” Mild overall foxing and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Grissom became the second American to fly in space just over a month later aboard the famed Liberty Bell 7.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

471. Mercury Astronauts.

Postal cover, 6.5 x 3.5, with a “Ranger V” stamp in the lower left corner, signed in felt tip

by Wally Schirra, Scott Carpenter, and John Glenn, and in ballpoint by Alan Shepard, Deke Slayton, and Gordon Cooper. In fine condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

472. Mercury Astronauts. Desirable FDC, postmarked February 20, 1962, the launch date of the Friendship 7, signed in felt tip by John Glenn, Alan Shepard, Wally Schirra, and Scott Carpenter, and in ballpoint by Gordon Cooper. In fine condition. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained in person. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

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474. Scott Carpenter. Uncommon pairing of two satin-finish 10 x

8 photos of Carpenter prior to his legendary Mercury-Atlas 7 mission, both signed in blue felt tip, with one reading, “Recovery training for Aurora 7 flight—Scott Carpenter,” and the other, “M. Scott Carpenter.”

In overall fine condition. The Leon Ford Collection. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

475. Gemini 11. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the Gemini 11 prime crew, nicely signed in blue felt tip by Charles Conrad and Richard Gordon. In very fine condition. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained in person at a UACC show in Los Angeles on June 26, 1999. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

476. Wally Schirra. Interesting archive of Apollo documents, including: a packet entitled “Preflight and Postflight Medical Requirements, Apollo Mission C,” May 23, 1968, initialed and annotated at the bottom by Schirra, “Insufficient data—cannot compute! WMSJ, What pulse on ergometer?—etc., How much blood—why risk a collapsed artery?” An attached routing slip stamp-dated May 24, 1968, is initialed by Deke Slayton, “DK,” who writes below, “Al—this is the proposed medical pre & post flt. protocol for ‘C.’ Whatever we agree on here should be used…Please review w. Wally.” Also includes a few charts, a packet entitled “CM Interior Lighting,” “Mission Abort and Contingency Insertion Analysis,” a thick packet labeled “MSFN Station Coverage for the CSM 101 Mission,” and some additional internal memos and information regarding Apollo 7. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Zarelli Space Authentication. A desirable collection of Apollo-related documents, highlighted by the first, pairing Schirra and Slayton.Starting Bid $200

477. Apollo 1. Vin-

tage ink and ballpoint signatures, “To Paul, Best Wishes, Edward H. White” and “Roger B. Chaffee,” on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards.

Slight foxing, and irregular blocks of toning and toned tape remnants, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication.

Starting Bid $200

479. Apollo 9.

Official glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the crew leaving Kennedy Space Center during the Apollo 9 prel a u n c h c o u n tdown, signed in blue and black felt tip by Dave Scott, Jim McDivitt, and Rusty Schweickart. Reverse bears purple NASA caption text. In fine condition. The Leon Ford Collection. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

478. Apollo 7. Handsome set of three official 8 x 10 NASA lithograph portraits of the crew members of Apollo 7, signed in ink and felt tip by Donn Eisele, Wally Schirra, and Walt Cunningham. In overall fine condition, with trivial foxing to borders and unobtrusive tack holes to top corners of the Eisele lithograph. The Leon Ford Collection.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication.

Starting Bid $200

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Exceptional fully signed Apollo 11 crew photo 480. Apollo 11. Immensely desirable color satin-finish 10.75 x 8 press photo of the Apollo 11 crew in their white spacesuits, boldly signed in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. Reverse bears an affixed press caption dated 1979.

In fine condition, with mild toning.

Consignor notes that the Armstrong and Aldrin signatures were obtained in person. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace for the Collins signature. A superb example of this iconic NASA image not often seen in this fully signed, uninscribed format. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $500

481. 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 fair contrast to the signatures. A superb photo that showcases Aldrin in his spacesuit, the lunar module and American flag, and several lunar footprints—a combination rarely found signed by the entire crew.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $500

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The full Apollo 11 crew and more 482. Apollo 11. Signed book: Apollo Expeditions to the Moon. Later printing. Washington, DC: NASA, 1975.

Hardcover, 9 x 12, 313 pages. Signed on the illustrated first free end page in ballpoint and felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, Alan Shepard, James Lovell, Gene Cernan, and journalist Roy Neal. In fine condition, with trivial marks and wear to spine and covers. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace for the Collins signature.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $500

483. Apollo 11. Three vintage ink signatures, “Best wishes, Paul, Neil Armstrong,” “Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr.,” and “Michael Collins,” on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards. In overall fine to very good condition, with trivial soiling, toned tape remnants and irregular blocks of toning, trivial surface loss to the reverse of the Armstrong, and two small edge tears to the Collins. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

484. Neil Armstrong. Uncommon matte-finish 8.5 x 5 photo of a television screen showing Buzz Aldrin on the lunar surface during Apollo 11, signed on the left side in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong. Affixed to a foamboard mount with one corner peeling. In very good condition, with unobtrusive overall crazing to the surface, slight irregular ink adhesion, and light contrast to portions of the signature against the dark background. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $300

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485.

Neil Armstrong. Official

color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Armstrong in his white space suit, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Beth, Best wishes, Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with the signature and inscription a shade light and trivial surface impressions to top edge.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

486.

Neil Armstrong. Su-

perb uninscribed glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of Armstrong in a suit and tie, signed in black felt tip, “All good wishes, Neil Armstrong.”

In very fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Steve Zarelli.

Starting Bid $200

1975 Flying Tigers reunion program, six years after his lunar landing

487. Neil Armstrong. Program for Ojai ’75, a 1975 Flying Tigers reunion event, 12 pages, 9 x 12, signed inside in blue ballpoint by Armstrong. Also signed by Rhonda Fleming and some other attendees. Signed page is in fine condition but the program is very good, with staining to a few pages and the back cover, and paper loss to the corner of a different page. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the recipient, stating that her father, a flight surgeon for the China National Aviation Corporation (CNAC) during WWII, obtained the autograph at the reunion event. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $300

488. Neil Armstrong. TLS signed “Neil,” one

page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, February 3, 2007. Letter to Doris Weber, a former classmate, and organizer of their 65th high school reunion, who Armstrong affectionately calls “Punky” in the greeting. In full: “Thank you for your letter breaking the news that we are 60 years older than when we graduated. I remember when my Uncle Ray came back to St. Mary’s for his 40th and visited us. I thought I would never get old enough to get to a 40th anniversary of graduation. My calendar currently has the June and August dates available, but not July 28th. I have no preference between June and August.

I, of course, will be there if at all possible. I look forward to seeing you and the rest of the gang.

60? Really?” Also included is Armstrong’s RSVP for the reunion, filling in his name on the slip, “M/M N. A. Armstrong,” as well as the original mailing envelope, addressed in Armstrong’s hand.

In fine condition. Armstrong graduated from Blume High School in Wapakoneta in 1947. A casual and friendly letter from the normally reclusive first man on the moon. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200 128 | October 14, 2015 | SPACE

493.

Michael Collins. Fantastic wa-

489.

Neil Armstrong. Ideal

ballpoint signature, “Neil Armstrong,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

490. Neil Armstrong.

Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To the ‘Non-Smoker,’ Neil Armstrong,” on an off-white 4.25 x 4 slip. In very good condition, with soiling and irregular toning from adhesive to reverse. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the recipient, stating that her father, a flight surgeon with the China National Aviation Corporation (CNAC) during WWII, obtained the autograph at a Flying Tigers/CNAC reunion in 1975 during which Armstrong received an award; she was attempting to quit smoking at the time, and with this inscription Armstrong offered some encouragement. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication.

Starting Bid $200

491. Buzz Aldrin. Color satinfinish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin checking his footing as he descends the ladder of the lunar module, signed in silver ink, “The Eagle has Landed, Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

tercolor painting entitled ‘Lake Patrol’ showing three US Air Force planes over a body of water, 14 x 9.75, signed in black ink, “M. Collins VI ’04.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace. A nice piece of original aviation artwork from the Command Module Pilot. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

494. Michael Collins. Lovely watercolor painting entitled ‘Koi Pond’ showing koi fish from above with lilypads on the sides, 14 x 10.25, signed in black ink, “M. Collins II ’00.” Also signed on the reverse, “M. C. 106, Jul 2004, Michael Collins.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

495. Apollo 12. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the Apollo 12 crew in their spacesuits, signed in blue felt tip, “Charles Conrad Jr., Cdr. Apollo XII,” “Richard Gordon, CMP Apollo XII,” and “Alan Bean, LMP Apollo XII.” In very fine condition.

Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained in person at a UACC show in Los Angeles on June 26, 1999. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

492. Buzz Aldrin. Two official color glossy 8 x 10 NASA photos.

The first shows Aldrin descending the rungs of the lunar module ladder, signed in black ink by Aldrin; and the second depicts Aldrin walking to an extended support leg of the lunar module on the moon’s surface, signed in black ink by Aldrin, and in blue ink by Ambassador to Sweden Jerome Holland, Ingvar Lindell, Hans Hansson, and Bert Nilson. In overall fine condition. From the collection of Osten Wejerfelt, vice president of Hasselblad. Precertified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

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500.

Apollo 16. Official color 10 x 8 NASA lithograph of the Apollo 16 prime crew in their white spacesuits, signed in black felt tip by John Young, Ken Mattingly, and Charlie Duke. In fine condition. Consignor notes that the Mattingly and Duke signatures were obtained in person. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Novaspace for the Young signature.

A superior example of one of the harder-to-find fully signed crew photos. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

496. Alan Bean. Terrific color 15

x 21.5 lithograph of Alan Bean’s 2004 painting entitled ‘Feelin’ Fine,’ signed in the lower border in gold ink by Bean. Housed in its original Greenwich Workshop folder. In fine condition, with trivial soiling to borders. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Greenwich Workshop. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

497. James Lovell.

Dramatic satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of the damaged Apollo 13 service module, signed in silver ink, “’Houston, we’ve had a problem!’ James Lovell, Apollo 13, CDR.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Moonpans. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

501. Charlie Duke. Desirable set of three official color glossy ‘rednumbered’ NASA photos of Duke at various stages of the Apollo 16 mission, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed in black felt tip. In overall fine condition, with a couple edge dings, and trivial surface impressions and mounting remnants to portrait. The Leon Ford Collection. Precertified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200 502.

498. Jack Swigert. Commemorative cover honoring the day the Apollo 13 astronauts departed on their 1970 world tour, bearing an affixed image of CMP Swigert, signed in black ink. In fine condition, with trivial wear and a small tear to lower left corner tip. Accompanied by an unsigned Apollo 13 mission patch. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

499. Edgar Mitchell. Sheet of 5.75 x 12.5 red and white graph paper with

several blue, EKG-like horizontal lines, stamped “Live Data From The Moon, NASA—Manned Spacecraft Center, Houston, Texas,” signed at the bottom in black felt tip, “From the Apollo Lunar Surface Experiments Package we left on the moon. Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14 LMP.” Affixed to a slightly larger black card. Overall wrinkling and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by three 8 x 10 color photos of the ALSEP on the moon during Apollo 14.Precertified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200 130 | October 14, 2015 | SPACE

Apollo 17.

Official color 10 x 8 NASA lithograph of the Apollo 17 crew posing alongside the lunar rover, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Joe, Our best to you, Gene Cernan” and “Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17,” and in blue ballpoint, “Ron Evans, Apr 79.” In fine condition. Precertified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

504. Gene Cernan. Color

503. Apollo 17. Apollo 17 launch day cover postmarked Decem-

ber 7, 1972, signed in black ink, “Gene Cernan, Apollo XVII,” “Ron Evans, May 78,” and “Harrison Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Cernan on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip, “Aim high! Impossible dreams do come true! Gene Cernan, Apollo XVII–CDR, Dec. 1972, ‘Last man on the moon.’” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

505. Apollo Astronauts. Appealing collection of nine uninscribed photos, ranging in size from 8 x 10 to 10 x 8, four of which are official NASA photos or lithographs, each signed in ink or felt tip by the Apollo astronaut pictured, including: James Lovell (2), Jim McDivitt, Edgar Mitchell, Al Worden, Charlie Duke, Richard Gordon, Walt Cunningham, and Gene Cernan. In overall fine condition, with trivial dings and creases. The Leon Ford Collection. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication.

Starting Bid $200

506. Moonwalkers. Appealing set of six photos of various moonwalkers, three of which are official NASA lithographs, ranging in size from 8 x 10 to 10 x 8, each signed in ink or felt tip by the astronaut pictured, including: Buzz Aldrin, Charles Conrad, Gene Cernan, Dave Scott, Charlie Duke, and Harrison Schmitt. In overall fine condition, with a Spacesource label affixed to the reverse of the Scott photo. The Leon Ford Collection.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

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Complete moonwalker collection

507. Moonwalkers. Complete set of signed photos of all twelve moonwalkers, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, including: Neil Armstrong (inscribed NASA lithograph), Buzz Aldrin, Alan Bean, Charles Conrad, Alan Shepard, Edgar Mitchell, Dave Scott (NASA lithograph), Jim Irwin (NASA lithograph), John Young, Charlie Duke, Gene Cernan, and Harrison Schmitt (inscribed NASA lithograph). In overall fine condition, with some creasing and rippling to the Schmitt litho. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $500

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Signed by at least one astronaut from every Apollo mission 508. Apollo Astronauts. Apollo Spacecraft News Reference publication distributed to reporters by North American Rockwell in July 1969, 330 pages rife with illustrations, 9 x 11.5, signed on the title page in blue and black ballpoint by thirteen astronauts.

Each has added his mission name, as well as the spacecraft number for the mission’s Command and Service Module, built

by NAR. Signers are: Buzz Aldrin, Alan Bean, Edgar Mitchell, Charlie Duke, Gene Cernan, James Lovell, Tom Stafford, Fred Haise, Richard Gordon, Walt Cunningham, Rusty Schweickart, Al Worden, and Gordon Cooper. In fine condition. This exceptional group of astronauts includes at least one crew member from every manned Apollo mission, plus backup and Mercury 7 astronaut Gordon Cooper; these autographs are infrequently seen with the additional spacecraft designations. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $300

509. Astronauts. Program for an official state of Texas event honoring America’s

astronauts held at the Shamrock Hilton Hotel in Houston on December 14, 1969, four pages, 9.5 x 13.5, signed on the front cover in felt tip and ballpoint by Alan Shepard, Alan Bean, Gordon Fullerton, Richard Gordon, Texas governors John Connally and Preston Smith, Mayor Louie Welch, and two others. Light soiling and small tears to two punch holes along the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

510. Astronauts. Large collection of nineteen items, consisting of photos, covers, and signatures, each signed by at least one astronaut, including: six signed and inscribed official color NASA lithographs of Harrison Schmitt, Jim Irwin, Ed Gibson, Charlie Duke, James Lovell, and Dave Scott; two official color glossy ‘red-numbered’ NASA photos of Charles Conrad and Dick Gordon, each signed and inscribed by the subject; two commemorative covers honoring Apollo 9, both signed by Jim McDivitt and Rusty Schweickart; a commemorative cover honoring Skylab, signed by Bill Pogue, Ed Gibson, and Jerry Carr; and signatures of Ed Mitchell (2), Al Worden, Jack Swigert, Wally Schirra, Stu Roosa (2), and Bill Pogue on individual off-white cards. Several of the photos have slightly trimmed edges, otherwise in overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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511. Astronauts and Test Pilots. Collection of approximately

35 items, each signed by an astronaut or test pilot, including fifteen covers signed by: John Glenn; Gordon Cooper; Frank Borman; Sally Ride; Kenn Mattingly, Sally Ride, Bob Crippen, and Dale Gardner; Fred Haise, Joe Engle, Richard Truly, and Gordon Fullerton; Joe Engle and Richard Truly (3); Bob Crippen, Bruce McCandless, Gordon Fullerton, and David Griggs; Richard Truly, Karol Bobko, and Guion Bluford; Fitz Fulton, Tom McMurtry, and Ray Young; Robert Gibson, Kathryn D. Sullivan, Loren Shriver, Dick Covey, and Jeffrey A. Hoffman; Fitz Fulton, Tom McMurtry, Ray Young, and Victor Horton; Fitz Fulton, Tom McMurtry, Victor Horton, and Vincent Alvarez; and Fitz Fulton, Tom McMurtry, and Victor Horton.

Also includes twelve flown covers carried on test flights (mostly on the T-38A), each signed by the pilot, including: Stephen S. Oswald; Andrew M. Allen; Michael Baker; Mark Brown; Robert D. Cabana; Tom Hendricks; Mark C. Lee; David Leestma; Carl J. Meade; Byron Lichtenberg; Brian Duffy; and Stephen Thorne. Next are four official color satin-finish 10 x 8 ‘red-numbred’ NASA photos of test flights, each signed in black felt tip by between five and sixteen pilots in various combinations, with some signers including: Jim Voss; Charlie Hayes (2); A.J. Roy (3); Joe Algrandi (3); Arthur ‘Ace’ Beall (4); David L. Mumme (3); Winston E. Scott; Greg Johnson; Ken Cockrell; and Bruce Arnold.

The remaining items are a William J. Knight SP; a Richard Frost ALS; a G. David Low SP; and a Dave Griggs SP. In overall fine condition, with irregular ink adhesion to a couple signatures on one of the multi-signed test pilot photos. Starting Bid $200

513. Christa McAuliffe.

Challenger STS51-L launch day postal cover with a stamped cachet honoring the tragic mission, signed in black felt tip, “S. Christa McAuliffe.” In fine condition, with a light paperclip impression to top edge and some trivial haloing to the cachet. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

514. Space Shuttle Crews. Set of 13

512. Astronauts and X-15 Pilots. Collection of nineteen items, primarily consisting of ink signatures on off-white cards, including: Wernher von Braun, John Young, Alan Bean, Dave Scott, Richard Gordon, James McDivitt, Rusty Schweickart, Scott Carpenter, Tom Stafford, Walt Cunningham, Donn Eisele, Charles Conrad, Glenn Seaborg, Bill Pogue, Robert White, Scott Crossfield (SP), James E. Webb, Robert R. Gilruth, and T. Keith Glennan. In overall very good condition, with scattered foxing and toning, and toned tape remnants to edges. Accompanied by an assortment of letters of transmittal and signatures of various administrators and engineers. Starting Bid $200

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color official NASA lithographs of various Space Shuttle crews, each approximately 10 x 8, signed in ink and felt tip, with several inscribed. Crews include: STS-37, STS38, STS-39, STS-40, STS-44, STS-51-A, STS-51-F, STS-51-I, STS51-J, STS-61-A, STS-61-B, STS-61-C, and Space Team Canada. In overall fine condition, with trivial paperclip impressions, and an area of discoloration to the Canada photo. Starting Bid $200

The Mercury capsule developer’s private library

515. Dr. Maxime Faget Library. Exceptional assortment of books from the personal library of NASA engineer Max Faget, the designer of

the Mercury capsule, comprised entirely of space-related publications. The collection consists of over 100 pieces, with approximately 80 books or larger publications (including hardcovers, softcovers, manuals, and binders), and approximately 25 smaller pamphlets and booklets. Many bear Faget’s ownership notations, signatures, stamps, or bookplates, and many others are inscribed to Faget by the authors. Signers include: Gordon Cooper, Ed Gibson, Oran W. Nicks, Ben Bova, Paul Edward Brandenberger, Paul Haney, Dennis Morrison, Edgar M. Cortright, James E. Oberg, Brian Wilkes, Jason Richie, Howard E. McCurdy, Hans Mark, James Edward Oberg, and Malcolm McConnell. Please visit RRAuction.com for a list of titles, as well as a selection of some of the unsigned publications of special interest. In overall very good to fine condition.

Faget spent essentially his entire life developing spaceflight technologies, beginning with the design of the X-15 hypersonic spacecraft at the Lockheed Aircraft Corporations Skunk Works. In 1958, he became one of the 35 engineers who formed the Space Task Group to create the Mercury spacecraft. Faget was instrumental in selecting the blunt-body shape of the capsule and led the development of the escape tower system used on Mercury. Following Mercury, he continued to the Gemini and Apollo vehicles as they shared many design points. A one-of-akind and highly desirable collection from one of the most important spacecraft engineers of his era.Starting Bid $300

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516. Space Shuttle Astronauts. Collec-

tion of eight items signed by members of the various STS-41 missions, including: an official color 10 x 8 NASA lithograph of the STS-41-G crew, signed in black felt tip by Crippen, McBride, Sullivan, Ride, and Leetsma (with autopen signatures of Scully-Power and Garneau); a cover for STS-41-G, fully signed in ink by the crew; two covers for STS-41-B, both fully signed in ink by the crew (Brand, Gibson, McCandless, Stewart, and McNair); two covers for STS-41-D, one fully signed in ink by the crew (Hartsfield, Coats, Mullane, Hawley, Resnik, and Walker), and the other signed by all but Walker; a cover for STS-41-C, fully signed in black felt tip by the crew (Crippen, Scobee, Hart, van Hoften, and Nelson); and an official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Sally Ride, signed in blue felt tip. Haloing to some signatures on the covers, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

517. Cosmonauts. Three

items: an FDC, 6.5 x 3.5, with a cachet honoring the crews of the Apollo-Soyuz mission, signed in black felt tip by Alexei Leonov; a Russian postal cover, 6.25 x 4.5, with a cachet depicting the mission control center, signed in black felt tip by Leonov, and in purple ink by Valeri Kubasov; and a color semi-glossy 8 x 11.75 photo of Leonov smiling in his space suit, signed in blue felt tip by Leonov, who has added, “World’s first space walk, 18 03 1965.” In overall fine condition, with slight creasing to top edge to the photo, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

518. Cosmonauts. Set of ten items signed by various cosmonauts, including: four color postcard photos, each 4 x 5.75, individually signed in ink and ballpoint by Gherman Titov, Andrian Nikolayev, Pavel Popovich, and Valery Bykovsky; a pair of Russian commemorative covers, 6 x 4.25, individually signed in ink and felt tip by Valentina Tereshkova and Bykovsky; a vintage textured matte-finish 4.25 x 7 portrait of Bykovsky, signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint; a block of eight color stamps honoring various missions and astronauts, signed in black felt tip by Popovich; and two blue 5.75 x 2.75 stamps from 1962, both signed in blue ballpoint by Titov. In overall fine condition, with trivial irregular ink adhesion to the Popovich postcard, and slight spreading to the Popovich signature on the stamp block. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication.

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519. Cosmonauts. Set of

seven items: five color postcard photos, each 4 x 6.5, individually signed in ballpoint by Georgy B e r e g o v o y, Vladimir Shatalov, Aleksei Yeliseyev, Yevgeny Khrunov, and Boris Volynov; a glossy 4.25 x 6.75 photo of Beregovoy in his military uniform, signed in the lower portion in black ink; and two KNIGA covers, one signed by Shatalov, Yeliseyev, Khrunov, and Volynov, and the other by Beregovoy. In overall fine condition, with trivial surface impressions to the photos. Accompanied by a signed letter of authentication for the two KNIGA covers. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. Starting Bid $200

520. Yuri Gagarin.

Matte-finish 3.5 x 4.75 head-and-shoulders photo of Gagarin in uniform, signed in blue ink.

In fine condition, with a brush to the end of the signature and a ding to upper right corner tip.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication.

Starting Bid $200

space artifacts 521. Scott Carpenter. A small section of a flown Eagle Picher

battery on a metal plate bearing the company’s logo, engraved on the reverse, “Piece of EP Battery, Flight of Commander Carpenter,” encased in a 1.5 x 1.5 x .75 acrylic cube. In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

522. Gemini 12. Flown unused two-sided checklist page carried on board Gemini 12, 5 x 8, from the ‘Procedures S/N 122’ flight-log flown on the mission, captioned “Flight Plan Update,” with unfilled columns for “Time” and “Item.” In fine condition. Because of the very cramped crew compartment and tight weight restrictions aboard the small two-man craft, flown artifacts from Gemini missions are rarer than even those from Apollo flights; this Gemini 12 checklist page is one of the very few items ever made available from this important and final flight of the Gemini series. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and a data CD with thorough documentation and scans of all 81 sheets of the complete S/N 122 Procedures flight-log. Starting Bid $200

Flown Robbins from the Apollo 9 CMP 523. Apollo 9. Flown sterling silver Apollo 9 Robbins medal with a raised design of the mission insignia on the face, approximately 1˝ in diameter, engraved with the mission dates on the reverse, “March 3–13, 1969,” encircled by the names of the astronauts in raised text. The medal is serial numbered “14” and includes its original matching case, with the foam material inside disintegrating. Condition is normal with light toning. Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Dave Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 9 silver medallion number ‘14’ included with this letter is from my personal collection and was flown aboard Apollo 9, March 3–13, 1969. I was Command Module Pilot on Apollo 9…I specifically requested the Apollo 9 number ‘14’ included with this letter.” Starting Bid $300

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“Caution Warning System”

524. Skylab Control Panel. An engineering mock-up of Skylab control panel #16, nearly identical to the flight version launched in the Skylab Workshop during May 1973. The panel was located in the central area of the Workshop near the crew quarters section. Panel measures 35 x 15 with controls for two separate systems. Left side of the panel is labeled at the top, “Caution Warning System,” with 20 indicator lights labeled with warnings for fire, low power, and pressure. Lower half of system has two rows of toggle switches for lighting throughout the lab. Right side of panel is labeled “Refrigeration System,” with two selection knobs for display selection, including, “Stowage Freezers,” “Urine Freezer,” and “Water Inlets.” Below the knobs are indicator lights for both the primary and secondary loops, and eight switches for the system pumps along the bottom. Panel retains all of its circuitry and both umbilicals, but is missing the temperature gauge from the upper right. In very good to fine condition, with scattered dings and wear. Accompanied by three paper copy printouts from an internal manual titled ‘Orbital Workshop Operational Nomenclature’ published by McDonnell Douglas Corporation, dated July 1971 and April 1972, which have the exact layout of this panel plus position maps of the exact location inside Skylab. A particularly early design of an important internal system. Starting Bid $1000

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525. Space Shuttle MSK/CSL Unit. Shuttle MSK/CSL (Manual Selection Keyboard/Console) Unit. This NASA/JSC Mission Control Center (MCC) ground support hardware component measuring 10.75 x 8.5 x 16.5, has two hand-adjustable meters on the front, a small display labeled, “MSK CSL,” and several banks of buttons. A small Rockwell International label is affixed to the front of the processor. The unit is described in the 1978 NASA/Ford Aerospace publication ‘Mission Control Center (MCC) System Specification For The Shuttle Orbital Flight Test (OFT) Timeframe.’ The Mission Control Center Space Shuttle OFT Data System (OFTDS) provided facilities for flight control and data systems personnel which monitored and controlled the Shuttle flights from launch (tower clear) to rollout (wheels stopped on runway). It also supported the preparation for flight (flight planning, flight controller and crew training, and integrated vehicle and network testing activities).

In addition, OFTDS provided for monitoring and control of specific payloads assigned to JSC. Equipment like MSK Console assisted realtime system monitoring performed in the MCC to assure crew safety, mission success, and qualification of the Shuttle onboard systems. Additional OFTDS tasks provided support for Orbiter guidance, targeting, communication, trajectory determination, navigation, monitoring, and control.

Accompanied by three print outs of Ford Aerospace schematics titled: “CONTROL – INDICATOR MANUAL SELECTION KEYBOARD” with NASA contract number “NAS9 15014.” Starting Bid $200

526. Cosmonauts. Flown Hasselblad film canister carried on the Salyut-4 spacecraft from December 26, 1974, to February 9, 1975, measuring 3.75 x 3.5 x 2, serial numbered “UH 257683.” In fine condition. This piece was part of the multizonal camera FMS by Georgi Grechko and Aleksei Gubarev to photograph the Earth, and returned from space onboard the Soyuz-17 spacecraft. Starting Bid $200

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527. Gordon Cooper

531. Donn Eisele Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

532. Frank Borman Starting Bid $200

534. Rusty Schweickart Starting Bid $200

536. Apollo 10 Starting Bid $200

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530. Walt Cunningham

529. John Glenn

Starting Bid $200

533. Jim McDivitt Starting Bid $200

535. Dave Scott Starting Bid $200

537. Buzz Aldrin Starting Bid $200

538. Buzz Aldrin Starting Bid $200

539. Buzz Aldrin

540. Buzz Aldrin

541. Alan Bean

542. Apollo 12

544. Alan Bean

545. Gene Kranz

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

546. Charles Conrad

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

547. Jack Swigert

Starting Bid $200

548. Apollo 14

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

549. Apollo 15 Starting Bid $200

550. Jim Irwin

Starting Bid $200

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552. Gene Cernan

551. Charlie Duke

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

553. Ron Evans Starting Bid $200

554. Apollo Astronauts Starting Bid $200

556. Apollo-Soyuz

557. Clyde W. Tombaugh

Starting Bid $200

559. Skylab 4

Starting Bid $200

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560. STS-2

Starting Bid $200

555. Apollo Astronauts Starting Bid $200

558. Skylab

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

561. Valentina Tereshkova

562. Valentina Tereshkova

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

art, architecture, & design 565. Antonio Canova. Italian sculptor (1757–1822) known for his neoclassical marble

nudes. ALS in Italian, signed “A. Canova,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, March 30, 1822. Untranslated letter to G. Batta Marzari, thanking him for renting an office to his cousin. Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Canova’s hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall wrinkling, and toned tape along the left and right edges. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving of Canova. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Magnificent sketch in a collection by the Surrealist forerunner

566. Salvador Dali. Signed book: Comte de Lautreamont: Oeuvres Completes. Paris: Librarie Jose Corti, 1938. Softcover, 4.75 x 7.5, 325 pages. Signed and inscribed on the reverse of the frontispiece depicting Dali’s ‘imaginary portrait’ of Lautreamont in fountain pen, “A Marta, Hommages, Dali,” incorporating the inscription into a wild sketch of a landscape featuring an angelic figure and ant-like creature. In fine condition, with a couple stray ink marks to the sketch and slight soiling to covers. Full sketches by Dali are extremely desirable, with this example being especially detailed and well-thought-out. That this comes in a book of the works of Comte de Lautreamont (the pseudonym of Isidore-Lucien Ducasse) is also of note, as his work had a profound influence on the Surrealists and the Situationist movements. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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567. Clemens Holzmeister. Prominent Austrian architect

and stage designer (1886–1983). Original signed pencil sketch of his “Berghaus” on an off-white 5.75 x 4 album page, signed and inscribed below in German and dated 1937. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce Magritte letter concerning shipment of paintings 568. Rene Magritte. ALS in French, signed “Mag-

ritte,” one page, 8.5 x 11, March 8, 1939. Untranslated letter sending thanks for an invitation he received and asking about the shipping and returning of paintings. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, overall toning, and filing holes to left edge. Magritte’s most famous work from this period is ‘The Palace of Memories,’ which shows a theater curtain raised to reveal a vast rocky landscape. In raising logistical questions about the shipment of paintings, the great surrealist delves into the tangible quality of the ‘artwork as object’ rather than the ‘artwork as image,’ a return to the theme of his famed work of a decade earlier, ‘The Treachery of Images.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Unique photojournalism archive featuring FDR, Wilson, and Coolidge

569. Frank Merta Collection.

Collection of items from the collection of photographer Frank J. Merta, primarily consisting of original unsigned photographs, most stamped on the reverse Acme Newspictures, including: three photos of Franklin D. Roosevelt, one of them showing his rarely seen legs; one of Woodrow Wilson walking in an American Red Cross parade; two of Calvin Coolidge, one showing him on the way to milk a cow; and two of Herbert Hoover. All of these include typescripts of short articles

by Merta detailing his experiences shooting each president. Other items include an original pen and ink cartoon of Merta on a 10.5 x 11.5 sheet of illustration board; seventeen unsigned photos, most showing Merta with unidentified people; fourteen letters and carbon copies of letters congratulating Merta on his work; and a couple of membership cards.

In overall fine condition. Merta was a prominent photojournalist for nearly forty years, celebrated for his images of presidents, sports legends, and prominent social figures. This collection of photographs reveals both Merta’s close access to newsmakers and his keen eye in capturing American life. Starting Bid $200

570. John Everett Millais. Noted English painter and illustrator (1829–1896). ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, June 5, 1861. Letter to Alfred Lord Tennyson. In part: “In looking over some very beautiful unpublished wood engravings from Birket Foster it occurred to me how valuable it would be if they could be published with some half dozen descriptive lines of yours…The illustrations are certainly the very best rendering of English landscape in engraving I have seen…worthy of something better than a hodgepodge of poets…I should have sent you the drawings of Mrs. Tennyson.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and a small separation to hinge. Tennyson declined and Tom Taylor wrote the text for Myles Birket Foster’s distinguished publication entitled Pictures of English Landscape in 1863. The book was bound in an elaborate casing by Owen Jones and presented to the public as a gift-book to be enjoyed by the fireside over the festive season. A fantastic letter connecting these several prominent 19th–century British artists. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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571. Man Ray. Signed book: Photographs 1920–1934

Paris. Second edition. Hartford: James Thrall Soby, 1935.

Comb-bound softcover, 10 x 12, 104 pages. Signed and inscribed on the table of contents in fountain pen, “To Sister Dorothy, with all my love, Man, N. Y. Dec. 1936.”

Several pages detached (including front and back covers, title page, and signed page), significant wear and small tears to edges, and light soiling, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by an unsigned program for a 1945 Man Ray exhibition at Julien Levy Gallery in New York. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“With the glasses, I can’t see the sitter, and without the glasses I can not see my drawing” 573. Moritz von Schwind. Austrian painter (1804–1871) who drew inspiration from chivalry, folklore, and the songs of the people. ALS in German, signed “Moritz,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, personal monogrammed letterhead, June 22, 1868. Lengthy letter to his brother August on the occasion of his 64th birthday. Schwind quips about his age, describes some themes of his recent drawings (including the story of a fat horse), and complains about his eyes, writing (translated), “With the glasses, I can’t see the sitter, and without the glasses I can not see my drawing.” In fine condition, with show-through from writing to opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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The major Dutch artist plans his priestly portrait 574. Jan Toorop. Dutch-Indonesian painter (1858–1928) who worked

in various styles, including Symbolism and Art Noveau. ALS signed “J. Th. Toorop,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, April 14, 1913. Untranslated letter concerning arrangements for his portrait of the Flemish priest and author Hugo Verriest. In fine condition, with trivial toning to left edge. The board of the Amsterdam Catholic artist’s society ‘De Violier’ commissioned Toorop to make the portrait of Verriest, who was especially notable for his political activism in the Flemish Movement. He was a major advocate for emancipation and greater autonomy of the Belgian region of Flanders, for protection of the Dutch language, and for the protection of Flemish culture and history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

575. Jan Toorop. Scarce matte-finish 4.5 x 3 photo of Toorop working on a portrait, affixed to an 8 x 6.25 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “J. Toorop.” Light foxing and soiling, otherwise fine condition. The first signed photo of Toorop we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Struggling in sobriety, Lautrec turns to his mother— “I have an appointment at the printer on Friday, can you give me lunch, even meager?”

576. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. ALS in French, signed “Henri,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 6.75, no date. Letter to his mother, Adele de Toulouse-Lautrec, in full (translated): “I will not come to Rue de Douai on Thursday, as Georges will take me to lunch in Rueil.

Please try and come tomorrow afternoon. We will arrange our little businesses so that we will not miss each other.” Lautrec adds a postscript, “I have an appointment at the printer on Friday, can you give me lunch, even meager?” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold touching a tip of the signature, and some light scattered creases.

Lautrec’s relationship with his mother, certainly the most important in his short life of 36 years, was very close and often very strained. In an attempt to control his alcoholism and improve his health in the late 1890s, Adele restricted most of his movements, controlled his finances, and even briefly institutionalized him. Mentioned in this letter [believed to have been written around 1899] is his dear friend George Sene, one of the few who supported him through this dark stage of his life. Despite his condition, he was still creating artwork, noting an appointment with the printer of his famous posters. Incredibly rare in any form, this tender letter to his mother written during his final period of struggle is a remarkable piece, showing that his art remained a priority to the end. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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577. Edouard Vu i l l a r d . F r e n c h

painter and printmaker (1868–1940). ALS in French, signed “E. Vuillard,” one page, 4.25 x 6.25, no date but postmarked January 28, 1923. Untranslated letter apologizing for his rudeness (seemingly a delay in responding to a letter), and extending an invitation for a later date.

In fine condition, with creases to upper corners. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

578. Andy Warhol.

Semi-glossy 4 x 5 photo of Warhol’s famed portrait of Marilyn Monroe, signed vertically in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

579. Andy Warhol. Interview magazine from December 1976 featuring an image of Jack Nicholson on the front cover, 11 x 15, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Warhol. A collector’s notation in the upper border indicates it was signed at the Overseas Press Club in New York on December 7, 1976. In fine condition, with uniform toning and light soiling. Scarce even in unsigned examples. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Desirable 1969 sketch done while summering in Maine 580. Andrew Wyeth. Original pencil sketch of a young girl in profile accomplished by Wyeth on an off-white 7.75 x 5.75 sheet, signed and inscribed below, “For Juli, from Andy.” Affixed to a same-size mount. Foxing and soiling affecting the overall appearance, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, “Juli,” in part: “This is an original pencil drawing by Andrew Wyeth. It was drawn for me in 1969. The picture is of me with my famous ponytail…I remember the day Andy did this for me…We were sitting at the kitchen table at our summer cottage on Broad Cove in Cushing, Maine, (across the cove from the Wyeth’s summer home)…I always thought of Andy as that funny guy, who walked with a bit of a limp, had a great smile and was a bit quirky. He was wonderful. We hung out with the Wyeth family quite often.” A desirable original sketch with a charming personal backstory. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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581. Artists

Starting Bid $200

584. Margaret Bourke-White Starting Bid $200

586. Christo and Jeanne-Claude Starting Bid $200

589. George Cruikshank Starting Bid $200

583. Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi

582. Artists and Illustrators

Starting Bid $200

590. Salvador Dali Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

585. David Burliuk Starting Bid $200

587. Howard Chandler Christy

588. Jasper Francis Cropsey

591. Christian Dior

592. Raoul Dufy

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

593. Edmund Dulac

594. Jacob Epstein

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

595. James Montgomery Flagg Starting Bid $200

596. Mariano Fortuny

597. Per Kirkeby

598. Kathe Kollwitz

599. Marino Marini

600. Christian Daniel Rauch

601. Norman Rockwell

602. Karl Schmidt-Rottluff

603. James Tissot

605. Andy Warhol

606. Andrew Wyeth

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

604. Ernest Shepard and Kenneth Grahame Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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comic art & animation Pristine Alaskan oil exploration document from 1936, the year of Snow White 607. Walt Disney. Choice DS, signed “Walter E. Disney,” one page,

8.5 x 9.25, June 16, 1936. Document in which Disney commits $10,000 to provide for “the drilling, under certain conditions, of a test well upon Iniskin Peninsula, Alaska.” Beautifully signed at the conclusion by Disney and countersigned by the president of the Iniskin Drilling Company. In very fine condition. Other investors in this scheme included Darryl F. Zanuck and Hal Roach, and they began drilling their first well in 1938.

After two years of preparation, the animation work on Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs had begun in February 1936, just a few months before Disney signed this document. Most of the Hollywood world doubted that his concept for the first animated feature film would be successful, but when the film was released at the end of 1937 it dwarfed expectations and assumed the record for highest grossing sound film at the time.

A gorgeously signed and well-preserved document from this critical moment in Disney history. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $300

Rare inscribed edition of Fantasia’s ‘Ave Maria’ 608. Walt Disney. Signed book: Ave Maria. First edition. NY: Random House, 1940. Hardcover with dust jacket, 7.25 x 10.25. Signed opposite the title page in fountain pen by Disney, “Walt Disney,” signed and inscribed by the lyricist, “Ila Tonkin, with best wishes, Rachel Field, 1940,” Disney animator Frank Onaitis, “The best of all, Within your call, And may your hopes come true, Let there be peace, Within this piece, That music is for angels & you, Franklin T. Onaitis, 1941,” and Dora Shaw Heffner, “May you enjoy this book with the autographs of the authors and that of the donor—Dora Shaw Heffner, Christmas 1940.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG-.

Disney commissioned Field, an award-winning children’s author, to write the lyrics for the version of Schubert’s ‘Ave Maria’ used in the groundbreaking 1940 film Fantasia; this book was released in conjunction with the film. Between Disney’s enormous, bold signature and those of his collaborator, this is an absolutely exquisite piece. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $300

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One-of-a-kind piece inscribed to Chevalier 609. Walt Disney and Carol Channing. Unique matte-finish 14

x 11 photo of Disney and Channing with Maurice Chevalier, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Maurice, avec mon appreciation, Walt Disney,” and in blue ballpoint, “Maurice dearest, How lucky can a girl get?…being between the first Gentlemen of France and America! With devotion and xxx’s, Carol Channing.” Diagonal creases to the upper right corner, staple holes and a crease to upper left, and some other trivial creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Although Chevalier did not appear in a Disney film until 1962—the live-action In Search of the Castaways—Disney had actually caricatured the French actorsinger in the 1933 Silly Symphonies episode ‘Mickey’s Gala Premiere.’ An excellent association piece between entertainment icons. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $500

Early original art from the eve of the Space Race 611. Chuck Jones.

610. Matt Groening. Color 10 x 8 Fox publicity cardstock

photo of the Simpson family, inscribed in black felt tip inside a hand-drawn speech bubble above Bart’s head, “Yo, the Bachtell Family!,” and signed along the lower border, “Your pals, [The Simpsons] and Matt Groening, 11.9.1994,” with Groening adding a sketch of Bart waving. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA label affixed to the reverse. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. . Starting Bid $200

Fantastic original ink and gouache sketch of Bugs Bunny in a specialized spacesuit holding a ray gun, accomplished

by Jones on an offwhite 9 x 11.5 sheet, signed and inscribed in pencil, “Drawn for Roddy Johnson— From Bugs Bunny and Chuck Jones—1956.”

Mounted, matted, and framed to an overall size of 14.25 x 17. In fine condition, some scattered soiling and a bit of brushing to graphite in the inscription and signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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612. Ninja Turtles. Four original hand-painted production cels for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Murakami-Wolf-Swenson, 1987) with character images measuring from 3 x 5 to 8 x 8, all set against color 14 x 11 pre-printed backgrounds. Cels depict: Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Donatello; Rafael and Donatello; April; and Leonardo, Shredder, and April. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

613. Robert Ripley.

Vintage glossy 6.5 x 8.5 photo of Ripley holding a sketch board, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Ruth Rittenhouse, with every good wish of Ripley, ‘Believe It or Not,’ 1933.” In fine condition, with three small surface tears to lower right and a small tear to upper right edge.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

615. Myron Waldman.

Limited edition sericel entitled ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame,’ numbered 490/1000, 16 x 11.5, depicting Popeye tipping his cap. Signed in black ink by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background.

Cel bears a 1997 King Features limited edition gold stamp. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

616. Myron Waldman.

Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Curtain Call,’ numbered 148/200, 19 x 14, depicting Betty Boop coming out from behind a theatre curtain.

Signed in black ink by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Cel bears a King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

617. Myron Waldman.

614. Virgil Ross. Original signed colored pencil sketch of Porky Pig, Bugs Bunny, and Daffy Duck accomplished on an off-white 12.5 x 10.25 sheet of animation paper, signed in the lower right in pencil

by Ross. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Orders Up,’ numbered AP 24/50, 13.75 x 11.75, depicting Popeye and family sitting down for a meal at a classic diner. Signed in black ink by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

literature Fantastic collection of 160 signed books, highlighted by Doctorow, Rushdie, and Tom Wolfe 618. Authors. Excellent collection of 160 books from

some of the biggest names in contemporary fiction, mostly hardcover, each signed by the author, including: T. C. Boyle (10), Geraldine Brooks (2), Robert Olen Butler, Michael Chabon (3), E. L. Doctorow (7), Roddy Doyle (2), Joyce Carol Oates, Tea Obreht, Michael Ondaatje (5), Ann Patchett, E. Annie Proulx, Philip Roth (2), Salman Rushdie (6), Richard Russo, David Sedaris (2), Colm Toibin (3), Wells Tower, and Tom Wolfe. In overall fine condition. Interested parties are encouraged to view the collection in person at our offices or call us with specific inquiries, as this collection is sold as-is and no returns will be accepted. A complete list is available online at RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $300

620. John Burroughs. Famed American naturalist (1837–1921) 619. Ray Bradbury. Signed book: Fahrenheit 451.

First edition. NY: Ballantine, 1953. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 8, 199 pages. Signed on a free end page in black felt tip. A light uniform block of toning to signed page, and some soiling, creasing, and small edge tears to dust jacket, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

best known for his writings on nature and travel. ALS, eight pages on two sheets, S. S. Mongolia letterhead, May 7, 1909. Letter to John W. Childs concerning a trip to San Francisco and then renting a cottage in Pasadena for some much needed rest, in part: “We met several very interesting people with John Muir & F. F. Browne of The Dial of Chicago. We spent 3 glorious days in the valley under the guidance of Muir & left it reluctantly, wishing for at least two weeks there.” In fine condition, with slight partial separations to expected mailing folds and show-through from writing to opposing sides. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Burroughs’s hand. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 155

“Goethe and Diderot—who dug and penetrated beyond—are minds of identical nature” 621.

Jules Amedee Barbey d’Aurevilly.

French author (1808–1889) known for his mysteries that explored hidden motivations and hinted at evil. Supremely desirable AMS in French, signed “J. B. d. A.,” five pages, 8 x 12.25, no date but circa 1880. Draft for the introduction to his 1880 pamphlet of literary criticism entitled Goethe et Diderot. In part (translated): “These two studies about Goethe and Diderot have been published separately at rather distant periods,— and in a journal, with a style of publication invented at an age pulverizing everything, even thought, but by their double subject, they imperatively required [the two studies] overall and unity of the book. It was expedient to place Goethe and Diderot within the scope of the same volume to bring them closer to each other that way, to make it a better judgment and give a more exact and clearer view of their identity because, hence differences of country and period, language and idea, influence and destiny, Goethe and Diderot—who dug and penetrated beyond—are minds of identical nature… Goethe,—the last to come of the two—is certainly the greatest in mankind opinion, as Charlemagne is greater than Pepin, but it is Diderot who is the predecessor and the father,—and yet is it [inserted] a father who has not given all his temperament to his son! Goethe, without Diderot, could exist maybe as Diderot himself, but the both of them are no less minds of same substance and same race,—and so much, than while writing about Goethe, the Voltaire of Germany, who had no one to counterbalance his glory, it is impossible not to think of Diderot, who had Voltaire next to him to kill his by comparison!” Handsomely custom-bound in dark red leather with a matching slipcase. Repaired separations to intersecting folds and a few repaired tears, uniform toning, and a bit of paper loss to corners, otherwise fine condition.

Barbey d’Aurevilly was known as a harsh literary critic and earned the nickname ‘The Constable of Literature’ while writing for for Le Constitutionnel. With the exception of the opening paragraph, this introduction focuses almost entirely on Goethe and his reception as a genius in Germany and France. It is a fascinating attack on Goethe’s status as a literary great and is a fine embodiment of Barbey d’Aurevilly’s criticism, as he never hesitated to go against the tide of popular opinion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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622. Samuel L. Clemens. First National Bank of Hartford check,

7.75 x 2.75, boldly filled out and signed by Clemens, “Samuel L. Clemens,” payable to Estes & Lauriat for $7.88, May 12, 1875. In fine condition, with expected check wear. A great example from the year before he published the classic The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

623. Samuel L. Clemens. Ink signature, “Truly yours, Mark Twain,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card. Light irregular toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Mark Twain’s first pen name—‘Josh’ 624. Samuel L. Clemens. ANS signed “S. L. Clemens,” one page, 5.5 x 9, Hardin County Bank letterhead, April 23, 1897.

Clemens pens a short note at the conclusion of a letter sent to him, “Yes, it seems to be all true.” The initial inquiry, in part: “I would very much like to keep the clipping if it is true. Will you please read and return? I simply address this letter ‘Mark Twain,’ London Eng. and as you are well known I know that you will receive it.” The newspaper article referenced is enclosed, entitled ‘His First Pen Name Was ‘Josh’—not a Good Itemizer,’ which states that Clemens first wrote under the pseudonym ‘Josh’ for the Territorial Enterprise newspaper. A block of toning to the left side of the letter, otherwise fine condition. Clemens wrote for the Territorial Enterprise, the leading newspaper of Virginia City, Nevada, from 1862 to 1865. In February 1862 he began sending occasional satirical letters to the newspaper signed ‘Josh,’ and by the fall had secured a job as the city editor. He first used the name ‘Mark Twain’ shortly thereafter while still in Virginia City. A fascinating piece with Clemens confirming a generally unknown fact of his early writing career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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625. Michael Connelly. Collection of twen-

ty-one books, mostly hardcover, each signed on the title page in black felt tip by Connelly, with titles including: Trunk Music (2), The Narrows (3), The Closers (2), The Brass Verdict, The Reversal, The Scarecrow, A Darkness More Than Night, Blood Work, The Last Coyote, The Drop (2), The Burning Room, Void Moon (2), Angels Flight, and City of Bones (2). Also includes two Blue Neon Light DVDs, both signed on the front cover in black felt tip

by Connelly. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

626. Joseph Conrad.

Scarce bank check, 8 x 3.25, filled out and signed

by Conrad, “J. Conrad,” payable to Messrs Philpot & Son for £1.14.6, July 29, 1924. A notation to the upper left reads, “Drawer deceased.” Expected bank stamps and cancellation notations, a rusty paperclip mark just above the signature, and trivial paper loss to lower right corner, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a small typed note stating that this was the last check Conrad wrote. He passed away just five days later on August 3, 1924, at his house in Bishopsbourne, Kent, England. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

627. Francois Coppee. French

poet and novelist (1842–1908) who was known as ‘the poet of the humble.’ Lengthy AMS in French, one page, 8.5 x 13.5, no date. Untranslated essay entitled ‘L’Omnibus,’ inspired by a transportation strike in Paris, recollecting his earlier years casually riding around in horsedrawn carriages and observing the everyday life of the city. Previously cut into several strips (labeled alphabetically) and now remounted on a backing sheet. In very good condition, with chipping to edges affecting some portions of the text, uniform toning, and aforementioned reconstruction of fragments. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Me and my dog”—Crane’s last days 628. Hart Crane.

Exceedingly rare glossy 2.5 x 3.5 snapshot photo of Crane with his dog Palomo while living in Mexico, unsigned but annotated on the reverse in fountain pen

by Crane, “Me and my dog at side door of the house.” Reverse also bears a light “Foto-Regis, Mexico” ink stamp.

In very good condition, with scattered cracks and crazing to emulsion, a clipped corner tip, and light soiling. Crane visited Mexico in 1931–1932 on a Guggenheim Fellowship, living in Mixcoac in an old-fashioned Mexican estate of eight rooms with a luxurious garden. He occasionally sent snapshots home to his friends in America, including a similar one of his servant’s son with Palomo mentioned in Robber Rocks, a book of his collected letters. Crane was on his way home to America aboard the steamship Orizaba when, on April 27, 1932, he threw himself overboard in a presumed suicide. Autographic material from the tragic and influential writer is exceptionally rare, and this is the first photo we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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629. Gabriele D’Annunzio. Un-

common matte-finish 3.25 x 4.5 portrait of D’Annunzio with his arms crossed, affixed to a 6.5 x 9 mount, boldly signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen in Italian to “Maria Cristina.” Some scattered soiling (primarily to edges), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

632. Alexandre Dumas, pere. ALS

in French, signed “A. Dumas,” one page, 5.5 x 7.75, no date. Letter to a friend, in full (translated): “If you are able to help Mr. Moyne to get from Paris to Marseilles, I’ll be very glad. He’s a painter and he’s going to paint two decorations for me.” Trimmed edges, scattered creasing, and show-through from an authentication label to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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630. Charles Dickens. Third-person ANS signed within the text,

one page, 4.5 x 4.5, personal Gad’s Hill Place letterhead, June 28, 1869. In full: “Cheque enclosed with Mr. Dickens’s compliments.”

Rusty paperclip marks to the top edge, light scattered soiling, and evenly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1796–1872).

ALS in German, signed “Ottilie v. Goethe,” one page, 8.75 x 11, September 5, 1850. Untranslated letter to to the Court Advocate in Weimar regarding a financial matter. Several notes in other hands are penned on the reverse. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a large area of paper loss to the upper left corner affecting portions of the text, small edge tears and area of paper loss to the center, show-through from writing to reverse, and light dampstaining to upper portion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

631. Charles Dickens. Hand-addressed and signed address panel removed from a mailing envelope, 4.75 x 2.75, addressed

by Dickens to “Henry Cole Esquire, 1 The Terrace, High Street, Kensington,” and signed in the lower left, “Charles Dickens.” Surface loss from stamp removal to upper right, light foxing to the address area, and scattered stray ink marks, otherwise fine condition. Cole was an influential patron of the arts and sciences and is credited with introducing the world’s first commercial Christmas card in 1843—the same year that Dickens’s A Christmas Carol debuted.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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From Flaubert to Turgenev—a fantastic literary association 634. Gustave Flaubert.

Celebrated French novelist (1821–1880) best known for his classics Madame Bovary, Salammbo, 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 Legende 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 PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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635. Thomas H a r d y. E s -

teemed author (1840–1928) who takes a place among the towering figures of British literature with classic novels such as Far from the Madding Crowd and Tess of the d’Urbervilles.

Rare 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet portrait of Hardy, signed in black ink. Published by The London Stereoscopic Company. In fine condition, with a uniform block of toning from previous display and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope from New York’s Swann Galleries. An exceptionally clear, boldly signed image of the sought-after English novelist. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

636. August Heinrich Hoffmann von Fallersleben. German

poet (1798–1874) best known as the author of ‘Das Lied der Deutschen,’ the national anthem of Germany. Autograph poem in German, one page, 8 x 10.75, June 6, 1859. Untranslated twenty-line poem entitled “Spring 1859,” signed at the conclusion, “Hoffmann von Fallersleben.”

In fine condition, with stray ink marks to lower left affecting part of the date. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

638. Victor Hugo. ANS in French, one page, 4.75

x 7.25, May 5, no year. Addressed from Hauteville House, in full (translated): “With appreciation for the moving and touching lines that I received.” Doublecloth-matted with a full English translation and image of Hugo to an overall size of 17.75 x 16.5. Intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through portions of the signature), spreading to a few letters of the writing, and slight creasing, otherwise fine condition. An exceptionally bold signature from one of the most celebrated scribes of the Romantic movement.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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639. Aldous Huxley. Signed

book: Crome Yellow. Later printing. NY: Bantam Books, 1959.

Paperback, 4.25 x 7, 152 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the title page in blue ink, “For George Kalid, with all good wishes, Aldous Huxley, 1961.” Slight soiling to signed page, and splitting to front and rear inner hinges, surface tears to spine, and scattered creases and rubbing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

640. Aldous Huxley.

Striking 3.75 x 5.75 magazine photo showing Huxley in near-profile, signed at the bottom in black ink. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and slight feathering to ink. Scarce in signed photos. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

641. Rudyard Kipling. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 6, personal letterhead, December 3, 1913. Letter to John Pearson, the house master of Kipling’s son John at Wellington College, in part: “Just got back from town after taking John to the doctor for the third time! He says that the boy can’t go back to school yet as there is a local poisoning consequent on a discharge from the nose after the operation, which is infective. We have not been able to get rid of this trouble and I hope to take him up again on Friday…Forgive this scrawl but I am a bit tired after doctors &c.” In fine condition, with mild foxing to last page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

642. D. H. Lawrence. ALS, one page, 8.75 x 11, no date [but February 12, 1922], Taormina villa Fontana Vecchia. Letter to British antiques and art dealer Albert Henry Stopford, in full: “Thank you very much; we will come on Wednesday.

About tonight I am not sure, one feels so cold and unexpansive. Bitter this sky, with almond blossom.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, a missing upper right corner tip, and a few small tears and creases along top edge. Published in The Letters of D. H. Lawrence, this letter is dated to February 12, 1922, and concludes with Lawrence’s furtive allusion to ‘Almond Blossom,’ a poem he had written during his stay at the Fontana Vecchia in January of the previous year. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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643. Thomas Mann. Signed

book: The Magic Mountain. Later printing. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1934. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 7.75, 900 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, and dated April 17, 1937. In very good condition, with toning to signed page, chipping to dust jacket (especially to the spine), and some light staining and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

646. Margaret Mitchell. TLS signed “Peggy

Mitchell Marsh,” one page, 4 x 5, September 2, 1937.

In full: “Many, many congratulations about Joan.

I am partial, of course, to little girl babies and have never felt that people produced enough of them.

I’m so glad you produced such a large, fine one.

May all of you flourish.”

A brush to the first letter of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

644. W. Somerset Maugham. Three items: two ALSs, one signed “W. S. Maugham,” and one signed “Willie,” each one page, 5.25 x 8.25 and 5.25 x 7, no dates but one letter is postmarked March 2, 1929. The first letter concerns hospital arrangements for a sickly friend. The second, in full: “I was shocked & deeply distressed to hear that Kate Mary had died. I dined with her only a few days ago & she was in high spirits.

I had no idea that she was so ill. I can only hope now that she died without pain.” Third is an ink signature, “W. Somerset Maugham, San Francisco, 16.1.41,” on an off-white 6 x 8 sheet. In overall fine condition, with two vertical folds and trivial toning to signature, and a spot of soiling to one letter. Accompanied by an original mailing envelope, addressed in Maugham’s own hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Racy gifts for a potential secret lover 645. Yukio Mishima. ALS, one page, 9.75 x 7, no date. Letter to John

Goodwin. In part: “I have a present for you. As you know, all Japanese are fond of giving presents to foreigners. But this one should be confidencial [sic] to my family; so I had to bring it to your hotel before seeing you. These are special paintings of naked tattooed boys which could interest you. I do hope these will pass through the custom office safely, when you’ll leave this country!” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a light stain to the left edge.

Born in 1912, John Goodwin was a wealthy novelist, poet, painter, and world traveler who shared several literary friends in the gay community with Mishima—most notably the novelist Christopher Isherwood. Despite a happy marriage, Mishima’s sexuality was the subject of widespread controversy; his second novel, Confessions of a Mask, follows a young man tormented by homosexual urges as he tries to adapt to societal norms. The novel is generally considered semi-autobiographical, as is his slightly later work Forbidden Colors, which describes the marriage of a gay man to a young woman. In this letter Mishima’s homosexual tendencies are more overt, revealed by the content of his presents and the need to hide them from his family. Mishima letters are scarce and those with such intriguing content are of the utmost desirability. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“Both of us thought the most damning term that could be applied to any human being was ‘civic minded’”

647. Margaret Mitchell. Desirable collection of three items: a sought-after hardcover (with reproduction dust jacket) first edition, second printing of Gone With the Wind, signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “To Powell Pendley, from Margaret Mitchell,” with the original mailing envelope for the following letter affixed below; an ALS signed “Peggy M. M.,” one page, 3.75 x 5, July 10, 1936, in full: “Just a note to thank you for all the kind words. And was I flattered that you wanted an autograph! I hope the book reached you safely, and that you found it interesting”; and a TLS signed “Peggy,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 6, 1947, in part: “When you and I were members of the Younger Generation and very superior indeed, both of us thought the most damning term that could be applied to any human being was ‘civic minded.’ Of course ‘God fearing’ and ‘worthwhile’ were runners-up. I am glad I am now old enough enough [sic] to realize how many fine things are embodied in that phrase ‘civic minded,’ for after long thought it is the only phrase I can apply to you for the generous way you acted in purchasing the documents on Georgia history.” Also accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the second letter. Letters in fine condition; book itself in G+/F condition (with a facsimile dust jacket), autographically very good, with irregular toning and a bit of dampstaining to Mitchell’s handwritten address on the affixed envelope. With both a close personal association and content regarding the history of Mitchell’s native state, this is a lovely grouping. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Scarce signed first printing of Gone With the Wind 648. Margaret Mitchell. Signed book: Gone With the Wind. First edi-

tion, first printing. NY: The Macmillan Company, 1936. Hardcover with second-issue dust jacket, 6 x 8.75, 1037 pages. Beautifully signed on the first free end page in fountain pen. Autographic condition: irregular overall toning to signed page, otherwise fine. Book condition: G+/VG-.

When Mitchell wrote Gone With the Wind, she had no idea of the sensation it would become. It was an instant bestseller, selling over 1,000,000 copies within the first six months of its publication, and she became so overwhelmed by the countless requests that she received to autograph copies of her novel that less than a year after its publication, she vowed not to sign any more, not even for close friends or relatives. A handsome copy of this 20th-century classic, particularly elusive in uninscribed examples. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Rare letter to the Enlightenment saloniste, his unrequited love 649. Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Important

Swiss-French philosopher and writer (1712–1778) who held that the individual is essentially good but usually corrupted by society. ALS in French, signed “Rousseau,” one page, 6.25 x 8.25, March 30, no year but circa 1759. Letter to Louise-Marie-Madeleine Dupin. In part (translated): “I thank you, Madam, with all my heart for your kindness and for having remembered me. Even without knowing what the case is about, I am anxious to learn what may be the outcome. In order to avoid any inconvenience to your domestics, you could send me a written note if you want to ease my anxiety. Concerning the text which I ask you to be so kind to remember, if it can amuse you in a quarter of an hour of boredom, it will be better employed than I would have hoped. While reminding you of a respectable and noble man who admired you, I hope that this said text may also make you remember another man, inferior to him in every regard except for the respect and the sentiments he has for you.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Rousseau’s hand. In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Using both her husband’s wealth and her own social talents, Madame Dupin established an influential and well-esteemed literary salon that hosted the greats of the Enlightenment such as Voltaire, Montesquieu, and Buffon. Rosseau later wrote that he fell in love with Madame Dupin as soon as he saw her, proclaiming her the most beautiful woman in Paris. His attempt to explain these feelings breached social etiquette— particularly given their disparity in class—but Dupin and her husband were merely flattered and Rosseau learned to suppress his desires. In the early 1740s she hired Rousseau as a secretary and tutor to her son, a position in which he served for six years. As seen in this letter from years later, Rousseau held Madame Dupin in high regard and was grateful for her friendship and interest in his writing. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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650. Mystery, Horror, and Suspense Authors. Collection of

74 books, mostly hardcover, each signed by a noted mystery, horror, crime, or suspense writer, including: Michael Baden and Linda Kenney; Clive Barker; Benjamin Black (2); Lawrence Block (2); Charles Bock (3); James Lee Burke; Lorenzo Carcaterra; Lee Child (7); Tom Clancy; James Crumley; Tina Czarnota; James Ellroy (3); Vince Flynn; Kathleen George; John Grisham; Tony Hillerman; Dennis Lehane (7); Elmore Leonard (10); Walter Moseley (8); Stuart Neville; Robert Parker (6); George Pelecanos (11); Scott Phillips; Anne Rice; and Scott Turow. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

651. Friedrich von Schlegel. German

poet, critic, philologist, and scholar (1772– 1829). ALS in German, signed “Fr. Schlegel,” one page, 4.5 x 7.5, no date. Untranslated letter concerning an article.

Overall wrinkling and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

652. Maurice Sendak. New Year’s card depicting Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are artwork designed for the cover of Rolling Stone, 4.75 x 5.75, signed and inscribed inside in black felt tip, “Dear Minnie, Thank you! Wishing you a wonderful New Year! Affectionately, Maurice, Dec. 76.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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653. George Bernard Shaw. TLS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, January 10, 1936. Letter to Vernon Bartlett, in part: “On the 22nd we start on a cruise to Honolulu and thereabouts. I am so full of packing and clearing up before I leave that it is impossible for me to undertake an extra job until I am on the seas...So I am afraid I must fail you. If I were to be at home within reach I might have a try; but as it is—! I did not know that that funny old adventure of Stead’s was still in existence. It was always fearfully crowded up, whereas your paper was very handy and concise and in large print. I hope it wont be swamped. We are horrified to hear that you have broken your leg. How much have you broken it? The expression may mean anything from combined fracture of the thigh to a simple crack in the tibia. How much sympathy, exactly, do we owe you?” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (passing through two letters of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

654. George Bernard Shaw. ALS signed

“G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 4.75 x 5.5, personal letterhead, April 23, 1947.

Letter to a dentist. In part: “I am ninety, toothless, and not very mobile. My lower plate has become uncomfortable and to some extent inefficient.

I wonder could you improve on it. Probably my jaw has altered a little.”

Affixed to a same-size card. In fine condition, with trimmed edges.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

655. Samuel Francis Smith.

AQS on an off-white 4.25 x 7 lightly lined sheet, signed at the conclusion, “S. F. Smith.” Smith pens a portion of his famed ‘America.’

In part: “My country, ’tis of thee, / Sweet land of liberty, / of thee I sing.” He adds the dates of composition and signs below, “Written in 1832. Sept., 27, 1895.”

Intersecting folds, light foxing, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Less than two months before accepting the 1962 Nobel Prize for Literature

657. John Steinbeck. ALS, one page on a 5.5 x 3.25 postcard,

no date but postmarked October 30, 1962, Sag Harbor, New York.

Letter to Ms. Pinks’ sophomore English class, in full: “I can’t tell you how happy your wire of congratulations has made me. Of course if I should get heady, I have only to read Time Magazine to be set back on my heels. This is painful but healthy. But you have been more than kind to me and I’m grateful. I don’t know whether I deserve the award but wires like yours make me glad I got it.” Addressed on the reverse in Steinbeck’s own hand. In fine condition. In spite of his three decades of storytelling, Steinbeck’s awarding of the Nobel Prize for literature in 1962 was met with general disdain from the literary community, with Time magazine deeming the author a ‘flawed talent’ and his landmark work The Grapes of Wrath as ‘powerful as a tract but limited as fiction, scarcely able to survive its time and place.’ Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

656. Gertrude Stein. ALS signed

“Gertrude,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.25, no date but notated 1908 in pencil. Letter to her old friend Hortense Guggenheimer Moses and her son Dickey. In part: “Many thanks for the three Dickies and the papa and the mama. Seems to me Dickey looks a good deal like his papa Jakie…Please say Merry Christmas to him…and did he eat too much candy like aunty Gertrude…

Oh Dickey, you are going but we are never too young to learn. Dickey Dickey listen to the words as they tumble off your wise auntie’s pen, never, no never when the merry Christmas time comes round don’t you ever eat too much sweet cake and sweet candy and above all Dickey, and let these words sink well into you, don’t ever mix up such sweet cake and sweet candy with salt pickles. Dickey a lady what never tells lies tells you that that’s a bad way to do…Dickey listen and learn don’t you ever never do so.” In fine condition, with show-through from writing to opposing sides and a trivial fingerprint at the bottom. A fine example of the distinctive literary style that Stein maintained even in general correspondence. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 167

Rare page from the influential realist’s 1819 journal

658. Stendhal. French writer born Marie-Henri Beyle (1783–1842) considered one of the earliest and foremost practitioners of realism.

Handwritten manuscript in French by Stendhal, one page, 6.75 x 9, June 11, 1819. A page from Stendahl’s famous journal, headed “Florence, 11 June 1819.” In part (translated): “On June 11 I arrived dead tired at 4 1/2 hours, I had gone…in the morning with 2 horses…riding at the bottom of the pretty descent amid bouquets of honeysuckle…the sun rose.” In fine condition. Stendhal first visited Florence in 1817, where he was overcome by emotion in awe of the the cultural richness of the city, a phenomenon which has been termed ‘Stendhal syndrome.’ A fabulous and excessively rare piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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The expatriate Russian beautifully signs in “remembrance of our beautiful life in Baden-Baden” 659. Ivan Turgenev. Exceptionally bold ink signature in German (translated), “In re-

membrance of our beautiful life in Baden-Baden, Ivan Turgenev, 9 May 1881, B-B.,” on an off-white 7.25 x 4.25 album page affixed to a larger off-white card. In fine condition.

Turgenev split his time between Baden-Baden and Paris for most of the last two decades of his life, and drew inspiration from the German resort town as the setting of his 1867 novel Smoke. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

660. Jules Verne. ALS in French, one page, 4 x 5.25, April 21, 1888. Letter to Robert Kastor in Paris, complying with an autograph request. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Verne’s hand and postmarked from Amiens. Verne entered local politics in 1888 when he was elected town councilor in Amiens, a position he remained in for fifteen years.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 661. Virginia Woolf. Signed book:

Beau Brummell. Limited edition of 550, this example unnumbered. New York: Rimington & Hooper, 1930. Hardcover, 9.5 x 12.75, eight pages.

Neatly signed on the reverse of the half-title page in purple ink, “Virginia Woolf.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. A rare and desirable edition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

662. Emile Zola. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, August

6, 1893. Letter to “Ponchet,” in part (translated): “I am going to give one hundred francs, but it is as a leader of the ‘Soirees de Medan.’ See then, according to this information, what you personally have to give. I fear that we are not going to make much money. Besides, in my opinion we must be modest at this time.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a uniform overall block of toning. Les Soirees de Medan was a collection of six short stories authored by Zola, Guy de Maupassant, Joris-Karl Huysmans, Henri Ceard, Leon Hennique, and Paul Alexis; the title was taken from the name of Zola’s home near Versailles, where the writers often gathered together. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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663. Authors

664. Enid Bagnold

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665. Bjornstjerne Bjornson Starting Bid $200

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668. Francois Rene de Chateaubriand

669. Eugene Field

670. Anatole France

671. Paul Heyse

672. Julia Ward Howe

673. Julia Ward Howe

674. Eugene Ionesco

675. Washington Irving

676. Stephen King

677. Stephen King

666. Ray Bradbury Starting Bid $200

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667. Willa Cather

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678. Lin Yutang Starting Bid $200

679. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

680. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

681. Arthur Miller

682. Eugene O’Neill

683. John Osborne

684. John Ruskin

685. Jose Saramago

688. Harriet Beecher Stowe

689. William Makepeace Thackeray

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686. Victorien Sardou

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687. Alexander Solzhenitsyn

690. Mario Vargas Llosa

691. H. G. Wells

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692. Writers, Columnists, and Humorists Starting Bid $200

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classic music 695. Vincenzo Bellini. Italian opera

697. Ole Bull. Nor-

composer (1801–1835) known for his extremely long, flowing melodic lines. Third-person ALS in French signed within the text, “Mr. Bellini,” one page, 4 x 5.25, no date but circa mid-1830s.

Untranslated letter to a woman at the Paris Hotel Lillois in search of his missing washerwoman. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, light overall wrinkling, and scattered dampstaining. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

696.

Georges Bizet. French compos-

er (1838–1875) whose operatic masterpiece, Carmen, was completed just before his untimely death from heart disease.

ANS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8.25, no date. In full (translated): “Here, dear master, the two tickets I promised Madame Marmontel.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

wegian violinist (1810– 1880) often called Norway’s first international star. Enormous mounted oval 10.5 x 13.5 albumen photo of Bull affixed to its original 13 x 18 mount, prominently signed and inscribed in black ink in German and dated March 28, 1870. Framed to an overall size of 18 x 23. Light dampstaining evident to lower left (slightly affecting the inscription area), light scattered soiling, and a thin slice to the left side of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

698. Enrico Caruso.

Cardstock 3.5 x 5.75 photo of Caruso in costume, signed in thick pencil. Double-matted and framed with an unsigned image to an overall size of 22 x 18. In very good condition, with a repaired tear to the upper right corner and both ends of the signature obscured by matting (edges potentially trimmed). Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

699. Feodor Chaliapin. Renowned Russian opera singer (1873–1938) regarded as the foremost bass of his era. Unsigned sketch of a wintery scene with a horse-drawn sleigh accomplished

by Chaliapin on an off-white 7 x 4.5 sheet. In fine condition, with light toning. Starting Bid $200

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Rare compilation of 20th century composers, including Schoenberg, Berg, and Weill 700. Composers. Exceptional group of vintage AMQSs on a single off-white 7.75 x 9.25 sheet, with each composer penning a few bars of his music and signing below. Signers are: Ernst Toch, Paul Hindemith, Heinz Tiessen, Max Butting, Alexander Jemnitz, Kurt Weill, Alban Berg, Arnold Schoenberg, Edmund Meisel, Ernst Krenek, Philipp Jarnach, and Fidelio Finke. An impeccable pencil portrait of Gustav Mahler has also been drawn at the top by an unknown artist. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Early Dvorak letter as his fame reaches London 701. Antonin Dvorak. ALS in German, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, January 30,

1882. Letter to the music publisher Novello, Ewer & Co. in London. In full (translated): “Mr. Simrock in Berlin is publishing my work for all countries, please contact this company.” A stray ink blot to the upper portion and light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Dvorak was still a relatively unknown composer when publisher Fritz Simrock, upon receiving a recommendation from Brahms, decided to print his work.

The first of these, the Moravian Duets in 1878, met immediate success and Simrock commissioned a second piece; this developed into the Slavonic Dances, which established Dvorak’s reputation internationally. Although they were friends, Dvorak and Simrock occasionally quarreled—particularly over financial matters—which caused the composer to reach out to other publishers. One major example came eight years after this letter, when Dvorak had Novello published his Symphony No. 8, which is considered one of his major achievements. Other important works published by Novello were The Spectre’s Bride, Saint Ludmila, Requiem and Mass in D major. A fantastic letter concerning his work from the early stages of his international acclaim.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Excessively rare twelve-tone manuscripts for Hauer’s “XV Zwolftonspiel”

702. Josef Hauer. Austrian composer and music theorist (1883–1959) most famous for developing a method for composing with all twelve

notes of the chromatic scale. Extraordinary pair of two extremely long autograph musical manuscripts by Hauer, totaling 220 pages, 10.5 x 13.5, April 1944, and one double-sided page of colored pencil chord arrangements. The double-sided page is headed “J. M. Hauer, XV. Zwolftonspiel. Hanns Blaschke, 7 April 1944,” and is written in four colors: orange, green, blue, and red. Second has a title page reading (translated), “Josef Matthias Hauer. XV. Zwolftonspiel for Orchestra with a Twelve-Tone Row…First part in 2/4 time with eight-bar periods,” totaling 119 pages. Third is a “Josef Matthias Hauer. XV. Zwolftonspiel for Orchestra with a Twelve-Tone Row…Second part in 3/4 time with six-bar periods,” totaling 99 pages. In overall fine condition. After 1940, Hauer dedicated himself exclusively to writing Zwolftonspiele (translated as ‘Twelve-tone Games’ or ‘Twelve-tone Playing’), which were built on an ordered twelve-tone row, with the actual order often determined by chance. Although he wrote prolifically—composing over one thousand of these exercises—most are lost and hardly ever appear at such great length. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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703. Edvard Grieg. Ink sig-

nature, “Edvard Grieg,” on an offwhite 3.5 x 2 card.

Double-matted and framed with a portrait of the composer to an overall size of 11.5 x 17.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Norwegian Folk Songs inscribed to a noted contemporary 706. Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda. Bohemian com-

704. Edvard Grieg. Sheet music booklet for Grieg’s Op. 66 Norwegian Folk Songs, 23 pages, 9.25 x 12.5, nicely signed and inscribed on the title page to Julius Rontgen, and dated Amsterdam, March 12, 1897. Also bears Rontgen’s ownership signature on the front cover, “J. Rontgen.” In very good condition, with heavy wear to the covers with toned tape repairs and paper loss to edges, and a somewhat loose binding; the signed page is fine with mild edge toning. Rontgen was also a composer and hosted Grieg at his home in Holland during his trip there in 1883. They became close friends and often visited each other during their summertime holidays. An uncommon piece with a desirable association related to Grieg’s personal and professional life. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

poser, conductor, and violinist (1801–1866) known for his symphonic development and real contrapuntal skill. ALS in German, signed “I. W. Kalliwoda,” one page both sides, 8.75 x 11.25, July 25, 1862. Letter to his friend Ludwig Dill, a lawyer who later became known as a poet and composer.

In part (translated): “The general implication of Schweitzer at federal singer and shooting matches is indescribable…

It seems that such festivals are deeply rooted in the people.—The musical performances were excellent, and patriotic, political speeches in all languages…in short, in a word, it was a very successful trip, but a bit expensive.—I am again forced in a few days to make a little trip, in the service of the chapel, because I would like to acquire some musical forces for this winter to next spring not quite as sung and unsung having to pull out of here.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in his own hand. In fine condition, with show-through from writing to opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

705. Victor Herbert. Crystal-clear matte-finish 12 x 10 photo of the composer sitting at his piano, boldly signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “With best wishes, from Victor Herbert, March 1916,” with the addition of a three-bar AMQS on the sheet music set on the piano. In fine condition. Scarce in oversized photos of this quality, particularly with the inclusion of this highly desirable musical quote. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“Prince Esterhazy did me the honor to say you wanted to have a Sonata of my composition” 707. Franz Joseph Haydn. LS in French, one

page, 8.25 x 10, November 1, 1803. Letter to Madame Moreau, an accomplished pianist of Creole descent and the wife of the Napoleonic general Jean Victor Moreau. In part (translated): “Mr. Prince Esterhazy did me the honor to say you wanted to have a Sonata of my composition, it required nothing less than my extreme desire to please, to induce me to take care of this work; my age and disease forbid me any application for two years, and I fear that you do apperceive, but the indulgence was always the prerogative of grace and talent, so it’s allowed me to rely on your own. The doctors make me hope for a softening of my woes, I aspire to do, Madam, to repair the weakness of my work, making you recognize a new composition.”

In fine condition, with mild toning.

Nikolaus II, Prince Esterhazy, was the last principal patron of Haydn and in 1803 requested him to write a sonata for Madame Moreau. By this time, Haydn’s health was in serious decline and he was physically too frail to compose. Rather than writing a new composition, Haydn took a pianoforte trio which he had previously composed in 1795 and, omitting the cello part, rearranged it as a duet for clavier and violin. This version, which he gave to Madame Moreau, later gained the reputation as Haydn’s ‘derniere sonate,’ or last sonata, in early editions of his works.

An exceedingly rare letter from the composer with outstanding content, discussing both his work as a composer and the ill health that brought his career to an end. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $5000

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Extensive correspondence from the acclaimed conductor 708. Carlos Kleiber. Austrian conductor (1930–2004) considered one of the

greatest of the 20th century. Collection of eighteen letters in German consisting of five ALSs and thirteen TLSs, totaling 21 pages on sheets and postcards of various sizes, dated from 1964 to 1996. Untranslated correspondence from Kleiber to Dr. Hans Schutze in Zurich, signed in several different manners, including “Carlos,” “Pie,” and “Pie & Co.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by various other letters and ephemera. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

709. Conradin Kreutzer. German composer and conductor (1780–1849) best

remembered for his romantic opera Das Nachtlager in Granada. Ink signature and inscription in German (translated), “6 Songs on the Piano, composed and dedicated to his friend Georg Wieninger, from Conradin Kreutzer,” on an off-white 10.5 x 6.75 musically lined sheet removed from the title page of a longer manuscript. Also bears a note in another hand across the top. In very good condition, with moderate overall foxing and trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Striking early Mahler portrait 710. Gustav Mahler. Handsome matte-finish 3.25 x 5.5 postcard photo of

Mahler as a young man, signed and inscribed circa 1900 in German in black ink, “Zur freundlichen Erinnerung, an Gustav Mahler.” Postally used and addressed on the reverse in another hand. In very good condition, with a crease to the upper left corner, irregular surface marks or scuffing to his chin area and to the right of his face, and light soiling. A rare format boasting an especially bold signature.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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711. Ignaz Moscheles. Bohemian com-

poser and piano virtuoso (1794–1870), whose career after his early years was based initially in London, and later at Leipzig, where he succeeded his friend and sometime pupil Felix Mendelssohn as head of the Conservatoire.

AMQS on an off-white 9.75 x 12 sheet, inscribed at the top in German and signed “I. Moscheles,” dated December 17, 1850. Moscheles pens eleven bars of music and lyrics in two four-line systems. In very good condition, with partial separations to central horizontal fold, a tear to the left edge, show-through from music in another hand penned on the reverse, and overall foxing and toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

712. Sergei Rachmaninoff. Fountain pen signature, “Sergei Rachmaninoff, Jan. 20, 1933,” on an off-white 6 x .75 clipped card. In fine condition, with trivial toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare message from “Mozart’s Widow”

713. Constanze Mozart. Soprano singer (1762–1842) and the wife of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Untranslated third-person ANS in Ger-

man, signed within the text, “Mozarts Witwe [Mozart’s Widow],” one page, 8.25 x 5.25, no date. Central vertical and horizontal folds, creases and wrinkling, and a few small edge chips and tears, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Extraordinary letter by Mozart, requesting “the Quartet in g minor, the Sonata in Eb and the New Trio in g”

714. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. ANS in German, signed “Mozart,” one page, 13 x 5, no date but likely circa July–August 1786. Letter to his close friend, the great Austrian botanist Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin, asking him to return three musical scores by way of messenger.

In full (translated): “I ask you to send me by the bearer of this, the Quartet in g minor, the Sonata in Eb and the ‘New Trio in g.’” Addressed on the reverse in another hand (now covered by framing). Archivally mounted, matted, and framed to an overall size of 21 x 12.5. Intersecting folds, light foxing, and irregularly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition.

The pieces Mozart refers to are his Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor (K.478, 1785), Violin Sonata No. 33 in E-flat major (K.481, 1785), and Trio for Piano, Violin and Cello in G Major (K.496, 1786). This last ‘new trio in g’ was completed on July 8, 1786, and thus this letter probably dates to shortly thereafter. While K.478 was published as early as December 1785, the other two would see publication in 1786; the edition of Mozart’s ‘Briefe und Aufzeichnungen’ by Bauer and Deutsch hypothesizes that the composer required the latter two works in order to prepare them for publication, possibly to have them engraved by Hoffmann or to make final corrections before going to press. However, Mozart is known to have written to the Prince of Furstenberg on August 8, 1786, offering him a number of compositions including these three clustered together at the end of his list. Thus, Mozart’s request would appear to be in connection with his plans of offering them to the Donaueschingen court. Mozart letters are among the most sought after of all musical autographs, and with such specificity concerning his own compositions this is a truly outstanding example.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $10000

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Rare 78-page draft for his Chabrier biography

715. Francis Poulenc. Fantastic twice-signed autograph manuscript in French, 78 single-sided pages in a red spiral notebook, 7 x 8.5,

signed and labeled on the front cover in fountain pen, “Francis Poulenc, I, Chabrier,” and again signed and titled on the first page, “Francis Poulenc, Emmanuel Chabrier, 1959.” A lengthy section of Chabrier’s draft for his biography of the composer Emmanuel Chabrier, published in 1961 by La Palatine, Paris. This draft comprises the preface, introductory “Portrait de Chabrier,” and first two chapters. In fine condition.

Poulenc’s manuscript is unusual for a biography in its subjectivity as he describes in detail his admiration for Chabrier’s music from youth. The published work, filled with warmth, enthusiasm, and linguistic beauty, amounted to 187 pages. The ‘Idylle’ of Chabrier’s piano cycle Pieces Pittoresques greatly influenced Poulenc, and Chabrier was also widely admired by the early modern composers—the likes of Debussy, Ravel, and Satie. An exceptionally desirable manuscript of one great French composer’s intimate reflections upon his forerunner. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Scarce 1837 letter from Paganini to his music publisher 716. Niccolo Paganini. ALS in Italian, signed “Paganini,” one

page, 7.5 x 9.5, October 6, 1837. Untranslated letter to his publisher Antonio Pacini in Paris regarding a mistakenly delivered letter received in the post. Also addressed on the reverse in Paganini’s own hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered foxing, toned adhesive remnants to left edge, and show-through to the upper left from slight surface loss to reverse.

Pacini, who had found little success as a composer and theatre conductor, began his career as a music publisher in 1808 and became known for the high quality of his editions. Unlike many others in the field, Pacini ensured the strict accuracy of the final product and included supplemental material, such as notes useful in directing a production and illustrations of the composers. He was also a close friend of Paganini, and published his 24 Caprices and 12 Sonatas in 1828. As a sort of ‘testimonial’ in his publications, Pacini billed himself as the ‘editor of the operas of Rossini, Paganini and other authors.’ A rare and exceptionally desirable handwritten letter with a choice musical association.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

717.

Sergei Rachmaninoff. Mag-

nificent 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of the famed Russian, signed in crisp black ink, “Sergei Rachmaninoff, 2. II. 14, London.” In fine condition, with silvering to borders and a bit of light contrast to signature against dark portions of the image. Rachmaninoff performed at the Royal Albert Hall on February 1, 1914, as a part of an eight-concert tour of England. A striking, early portrait of the accomplished pianist and composer. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

718. Johann Friedrich Reichardt.

German composer, writer and music critic (1752–1814) who worked under the patronage of Frederick the Great. ALS in German, signed “Reichardt,” one page, 7.5 x 9.25, 1776. Letter recommending the employment of theatre prompter August Boni, in part (translated): “Because the singer is to have to deal with him in the future, I sent him to all our royal singers, so that they should try to see if his voice and pronunciation would be to their favor, and they have all given testimony that he is good.” In fine condition, with trivial creases to lower portion. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Neatly penned letter to his surrogate mother

719. Maurice Ravel. ALS in French, one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting the interior of a church, July 26, 1929. Untranslated letter to Madame Fernand Dreyfus, who virtually became his adoptive mother during and after World War I. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Distinguished portrait taken while crafting The Golden Cockerel 721. Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Eminent Russian composer

720. Johann Friedrich Reichardt.

German composer, writer and music critic (1752–1814). Uncommon ALS in German, signed “Reichardt,” one page, 4.5 x 7.25, no date. Untranslated letter to German writer and publisher Rudolph Zacharias Becker, recommending two “young and intelligent” men. Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Reichardt’s hand. Intersecting folds and overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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(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.

Scarce and extremely desirable 4 x 5.75 cabinet photo of RimskyKorsakov seated in a three-quarter length pose, boldly inscribed at the top in Russian and signed “N. R.Korsakov,” and dated December 24, 1906. Matted to an overall size of 5.75 x 8.25. In very good condition, with scattered surface marks and stains, and the ends of the signature and date light but mostly legible.

Rimsky-Korsakov began working on the The Golden Cockerel in 1906, drawing inspiration from the political unrest in the region to write an opera satirizing the autocracy, Russian imperialism, and the Russo-Japanese War. The controversial opera was immediately banned by the Palace and went unstaged until 1909, not premiering until after Rimsky-Korsakov’s death. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Remarkable draft for Orlando Furioso

722. 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. Extraordinary handwritten musical manuscript by Salieri, unsigned, one page both sides, 11.75 x 8.25, consisting of twenty bars of music and Italian lyrics in three lines for an aria from Giambattista Casti’s Orlando Furioso. The piece includes Orlando’s words at the beginning of Scene 16 (Act II), beginning: “No, non temer, ben mio, il tuo campione son io.”

Sketches for orchestral phrases and instrumentation appear below and briefly on the reverse. Affixed by its left edge within paper wrappers by singer and musical scholar Aloys Fuchs, who certified the piece on the front in German (translated), “The genuineness of handwriting vouched for by Aloys Fuchs, a member of the Imperial Court Chapel in Vienna,” dated March 13, 1849. A central vertical fold, noticeable stain to the center (affecting just one measure), and mild soiling, otherwise fine condition. Fuchs’s collection was dissolved after his death; large parts are now in the Berlin State Library and the Gottweig Abbey Library.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

723. John Philip Sousa and Victor Herbert. Desirable pair of AMQSs: first, an AMQS an on off-white 4.75 x 3 lightly-lined slip, signed at the conclusion, “John Philip Sousa, Jul. ‘00.” Sousa pens five bars of music, adding below, “dolce.” Second is an AMQS on an off-white 8 x 10.5 sheet of The Pittsburgh Orchestra letterhead, signed in black ink, “Sincerely Yours, Victor Herbert, March 1900.” Herbert pens fours bars of music, titling it above, “’The Singing Girl.’” The Sousa slip is affixed along the top edge to an off-white 5.25 x 8 sheet bearing an affixed image of the composer in the lower right corner. A small repaired tear to top edge of the Sousa slip, and partial separations to intersecting folds (passing through the tips of the signature) and slight show-through from mounting remnants to reverse of the Herbert sheet, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Supremely desirable quote from her husband’s Op. 26 724. Clara Schumann.

Distinguished pianist (1 8 1 9 – 1 8 9 6 ) o f t h e Romantic era. Beautifully penned AMQS on an off-white 12 x 9.25 sheet, dated June 1878, prominently signed and inscribed in the lower right, “Mr. Emil Landau, in friendly remembrance, Clara Schumann.”

Schumann pens four bars for piano from “Faschingsschwank,” her husband’s well-known 1839 solo piece, adding his name in the upper right, “R. Schumann.” In fine condition, with trivial soiling and a trimmed left edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

Choice five-bar musical quote from the German romantic 725. Richard Strauss. German composer (1864– 1949) whose colorful symphonic poems and operas earned him a place among the most important figures in late-19th and early 20th-century music. His best-known work is ‘Also Sprach Zarathustra’ (1896), which attained iconic status as the theme of the film 2001: A Space Odyssey. AMQS on an off-white 4.5 x 3.25 card. Strauss pens five bars of music from an unidentified work, signing above the quote, “D Richard Strauss.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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726. Johann Strauss II. Un-

signed handwritten note in German penned on both sides of Strauss’s personal calling card, 3.75 x 2.25, no date. In part (translated): “Hearty congratulations to this great success. Unfortunately I will not be able to hear the operetta soon; I hope that the piano score will be published soon.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Wagner grants creative license “to produce the scenes from The Ring of the Nibelung” 727. Richard Wagner. ALS in German, signed “Rich.

Wagner,” one page, 5.5 x 8.25, February 5, 1877. Letter to a gentleman. In full (translated): “I certainly don’t want to cause you any problems, all the less so because for the time being I could not see any advantage for you here. The permission you mentioned, to be able to produce the scenes from The Ring of the Nibelung for the public by means of your invention, I gladly grant, insofar as this depends on me.” He adds a short postscript, initialed “RW,” in full: “I am returning the material you sent me herewith.” In very good condition, with a partial separation to the central horizontal mailing fold, scattered creases, and a couple small chips and tears to toned edges.

Wagner’s magnum opus, The Ring of the Nibelung, was first performed in its complete four-opera cycle the year prior to this letter at the 1876 Bayreuth Festival. These operas, consisting of The Rhine Gold, The Valkyrie, Siegfried, and Twilight of the Gods, remain some of Wagner’s most famous works. It seems that he grants his correspondent creative license to interpret scenes from The Ring as he sees fit, presumably for a stage performance but perhaps for illustrations or some type of artistic exhibition. It is unclear whether any sort of financial transaction was involved, but during this period Wagner was suffering from financial problems and certainly aware of his artistic rights. In the same year he was forced to sell the rights to several of his unfinished works, including the Siegfried Idyll, portions of which he had incorporated into The Ring’s Siegfried. With excellent artistic content concerning his masterpiece, this is an exceedingly desirable example. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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728. Ole Bull

729. Luigi Cherubini

730. Gottfried von Einem

731. Cesar Franck

732. French Singers

733. Wilhelm Furtwangler

734. Wilhelm Furtwangler

735. Alfred Hertz

737. Jenny Lind

738. Giacomo Meyerbeer

739. Dimitri Mitropoulos

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736. Herbert von Karajan Starting Bid $200

740. Ignaz Moscheles Starting Bid $200

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741. Carl Orff

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742. Arturo Toscanini Starting Bid $200

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743. Bruno Walter Starting Bid $200

contemporary music Fully signed on the set of Help!

745. Beatles. Vintage glossy 6.5

x 4.75 photo of the Beatles while filming their 1965 film Help!, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,” and “To Diane, love from the Beatles, Ringo Starr.” In very good condition, with heavy overall creasing affecting most signatures and some light contrast to portions of the Lennon and Starr signatures against the busy background. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in full: “I worked as assistant cameraman in the making of the 1965 film ‘Help’; I can confirm that I had this photograph signed for my cousin Diane by all four members of the Beatles while filming at Twickenham Film Studios.” An image somewhat similar to this one appears on the back of the Help! soundtrack album. Fully signed items from the latter half of the 1960s are scarce, with this example enhanced by its provenance connecting it to their second feature film. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $1000

Extraordinary color 1964 Dutch TV guide, fully signed with Jimmie Nicol 746. Beatles. Rare Dutch VARA TV guide magazine featuring a fabulous

color image of the Beatles on the front cover, June 6, 1964, 79 pages, 7.75 x 11, signed in blue felt tip by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Jimmie Nicol. Trivial paper loss to the upper right edge of the front cover and several tears to the bottom of the back cover, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.

Nicol replaced the sick Ringo Starr from June 3–15, 1964, playing just eight shows with the band. These autographs were obtained while the Beatles were in Holland at the start of their world tour, most likely on June 5th, when they were recording a TV performance for VARA TV at the cafe-restaurant Treslong in front of an audience of just 150 fans. Vintage color photos of the Beatles are quite scarce and highly sought-after, and this is an extremely appealing uninscribed piece with the rare, short-lived line-up. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $1000

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Fully signed Valex promo from 1963 747. Beatles. Exceptional vintage 3.5 x 5.5 Valex postcard photo from 1963 featuring portraits of each individual band member, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Also bears a notation in another hand to the left border, presumably the name of the original recipient. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. Moderate scattered creases, light soiling, and edgewear, otherwise fine condition. A superb fully signed photo of the group from early on in their fame. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $1000

749. Beatles: George Harrison. DS, signed “GH,” one page,

748. Beatles. Ballpoint signatures, “George Harrison,” “John Len-

non,” and “XXX Ringo Starr XXX,” with Paul McCartney adding the inscription, “To Joanne, love from, the Beatles,” on a light blue 4.5 x 3.75 slip. Reverse of the slip bears shorthand notations indicating that the signatures were likely obtained at a restaurant, with Lennon ordering, “Pom,” Ringo and McCartney having “Steak,” and Harrison ordering, “Ravioli w Tom Sauce.” In very good condition, with a central vertical fold (passing through portions of the Harrison and Lennon signatures, as well as the inscription), light scattered soiling, a rough left edge, and ink notations in the lower left corner. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

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8.5 x 7.25, no date but circa 1974. Document concerning licensing of Beatles songs during Harrison’s solo career. In part: “Capitol Records…and Apple Records…are parties to an agreement made as of September 1, 1969, in connection with the custom pressing and distribution of records manufactured for the account of Apple in the USA from ‘Beatle masters’…One such record is album SMAS 3418…embodying performances of George Harrison of various selections including a parody of the musical composition titled ‘Bye Bye Love’…The entity owning or controlling the mechanical recording rights in the USA has insisted that the mechanical license be issued to Capitol.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. The album in question, catalog number SMAS-3418, is Harrison’s 1974 solo release Dark Horse. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

Scarce Maclen Music business check issued just months after the break-up of the Beatles 750. Beatles: John Lennon.

Rare Maclen (Music) Ltd. business check, 8 x 4, filled out in another hand and boldly signed by Lennon, payable to Audiotek for £156-15-0, July 7, 1970. In fine condition, with punch and staple holes to top edge, a small red ink cancellation through a single letter of signature, and expected bank stamps, none detracting from the overall impressive size and crispness of the signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo. Lennon had left the Beatles the previous September and was working on his debut solo album, which would be released in late 1970. Lennon checks are quite uncommon, particularly those drawn from his publishing company, with this one boasting a signature almost 4.5˝ long. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

Choice signature from the Beatles’ first world tour

752. Beatles: Paul McCartney. CD insert

for the Magical Mystery Tour soundtrack, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by McCartney.

In fine condition. Precertified REAL. Starting Bid $200

751. Beatles: John Lennon. Vintage ballpoint signature, “To

Mario, good luck from the Beatles, John Lennon,” on a light green 6.25 x 4 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “The signature was obtained in mid-June of 1964, when The Beatles stayed at the Southern Cross Hotel in Melbourne Australia, signed for a hotel employee.” This was the Beatles’ first world tour, during which they played in Denmark, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, and England. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

753. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Color 4.75 x 6.75 postcard

photo of the Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album, signed in black felt tip, “All the best! Paul McCartney.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

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“Keep Smiling”—a rare 1963 sketch for a sick teenager

754. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Fantastic circa 1963 birthday card depicting smiling daisies on the front, 5.75 x 7.75 closed, signed and inscribed inside in black ink to continue the printed poem inside, “To Susan…and if you don’t believe a word, of what I’ve had to say, Happy Birthday, and New Year, and Easter anyway. Paul (McCartney Jnr.), N. D. O.” On the left, McCartney adds a detailed sketch of a face with a bow tie reading “Show Biz,” with “Grin” written across his teeth and “Keep Smiling” on the right side. In fine condition, with a couple light stains slightly affecting a word or two of McCartney’s writing and light creases. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the recipient’s mother, in full: “This birthday card was sent by Paul McCartney to my daughter Susan Winstanley on her 13th birthday, while she was sick in Broadgreen Hospital at Liverpool.” A rare, early McCartney piece that certainly would have helped cheer up a young fan on her birthday. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

755. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Original

pressing White album signed on the inside gatefold in blue felt tip, “Paul McCartney, ’93.”

Slight edgewear and toning, a horizontal bend, and a faint ‘ring of wear,’ otherwise fine condition. The record is not included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $200

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756. Beatles: Paul and Linda McCartney. Ballpoint and felt

tip signatures, “Paul McCartney” and “Love, Linda McCartney,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a candid photo of the couple taken at the time of signing, with a collector’s notation on the reverse dating it to “Xmas week 1974, Stanhope Hotel, NYC.” Precertified REAL. Starting Bid $200

757. Beatles: Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach. Ballpoint sig-

natures, “Ringo Starr” and “Barbara Bach,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition.

Collector’s notation on reverse indicates that the signatures were obtained at the Berkshire Hotel in New York when Ringo was in town for an appearance on Saturday Night Live. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

758. Big Band and Jazz Musicians. Hard-

cover autograph album, 4.25 x 6.5, signed inside by over 60 jazz and big band musicians, most in pencil and signed on both sides of the page, including: Fats Waller, Fred Guy, Wallace Jones, Joe Nanton, Frank ‘Coco’ Darling, Joyce Tucker, Joe Garland, Clyde Bernhardt, Leonard Davis, Eddie Gibbs, Rudy Powell, Edgar Hayes, Roger Boyd, Kenny Clarke, Bernard Flood, David James, Henry Goodwin, R. H. Horton, Bob Dryden, Pat Smuts, Stella Moya, Charlie Winters, Harold Hood, Jimmy Messini, Jimmie Lunceford, Willie Smith, Joe Thomas, Earl Carruthers, Duke Ellington, Rex Stewart, Barney Bigard, Juan Tizol, Billy Taylor, Johnny Hodges, Cootie Williams, Sonny Greer, Wallace Jones, Joe ‘Tricky Sam’ Nanton, Paul Webster, Eddie Tompkins, Dan Grissom, Elmer Crumbley, Al Norris, Jimmy Crawford, Eddie Durham, Edwin Wilcox, Moses Allen, Sy Oliver, and a dozen others. In fine condition, with show-through from signatures to opposing sides of single pages. A wonderful selection of influential jazzmen including several rarely seen. Starting Bid $200

760. Miles Davis. Striking

glossy 5 x 7 closeup photo of Davis with his fingers over his mouth and cheeks, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip, “Miles.” In fine condition. Precertified REAL. Starting Bid $200

761. Fleetwood Mac. Impressive panoramic color 30 x 15 print for the album Say You Will, signed in black felt tip by Stevie Nicks, Mick Fleetwood, Lindsey Buckingham, and John McVie. Rolled and in fine condition, with slight haloing to ink and a bit of trivial creasing to edges. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

759. Sam Cooke and Little Richard. Two items: a

ballpoint signature, “Little Richard,” on a 2 x 3.25 photo clipped from a magazine and affixed to a same-size mount; and a ballpoint signature, “To Kathy, Luck! Sam Cooke,” on a peach 5 x 3.25 album page. Both signatures are affixed on opposing pages inside a program for a presentation of The Little Richard Show held in October of 1962. In overall fine condition, with a creased corner tip to the Cooke signature, and slight creasing and wear to the program. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

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America’s favorite composer-pianist for the 10th anniversary of ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ 762. George Gershwin. Exceptional program featuring a fullpage cover image of Gershwin in front of his piano, two pages, 6 x 9, signed in fountain pen, “Every good wish, George Gershwin.”

The program is for a performance by Leo Reisman’s Symphonic Orchestra in Portland on January 15, 1934, on a tour celebrating the tenth anniversary of ‘Rhapsody in Blue.’ Also signed inside by singer James Melton. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

764. Frank Sinatra.

763. Billie Holiday. Magnificent vintage glossy 8 x 10 head-andshoulders publicity photo of the legendary jazz singer, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Denis, Best of everything always, Billie Holiday.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases and a tack hole to the lower border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Desirable pair of vintage 1949 fountain pen signatures, “Frank Sinatra,” one on a lightly lined 5.5 x 5.25 sheet and the other on a 1.5 x 3.75 Lucky Strike matchbook. The sheet is affixed to a larger scrapbook page along with a few newspaper clippings and a tobacco leaf collected as a souvenir from the ‘Tobacco Bowl Festival’ at which these were signed. Overall creasing, light toning, and toned tape to corners of the lined sheet, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, noting that Sinatra was invited to the 1949 Tobacco Bowl Festival as a grand marshal and signed these at a nearby department store. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

765. Aerosmith

766. Louis Armstrong

767. Badfinger

769. Count Basie

770. Beach Boys

771. Beatles Klaus Voormann

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

773. Bee Gees Starting Bid $200

777. The Cake: Jeanette Jacobs

Starting Bid $200

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774. Blondie

Starting Bid $200

778. Karen Carpenter Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

775. Bon Jovi

Starting Bid $200

779. The Carpenters Starting Bid $200

768. Count Basie Starting Bid $200

772. Bee Gees Starting Bid $200

776. Boston

Starting Bid $200

780. The Cars

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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781. Johnny Cash

782. Johnny Cash

783. Harry Chapin

784. Eric Clapton

785. Eric Clapton

786. Eric Clapton

787. Joe Cocker

788. The Cyrkle

789. Deep Purple

790. Def Leppard

791. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer

792. Fleetwood Mac

794. Free

795. Peter Gabriel

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

793. Faces

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

797. Golden Earring

796. Marvin Gaye

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798. Green Day Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

803. Madonna

Starting Bid $200

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804. Madonna

Starting Bid $200

806. Modern Jazz Quartet

Starting Bid $200

801. Elton John

800. Jethro Tull

802. B. B. King

799. Michael Jackson

Starting Bid $200

807. The Monkees Starting Bid $200

805. Madonna Starting Bid $200

808. Morrissey Starting Bid $200

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809. Ozzy Osbourne Starting Bid $200

810. The Pretenders Starting Bid $200

812. Frank Sinatra

Starting Bid $200

817. Jackie Wilson Starting Bid $200

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813. Rod Stewart

Starting Bid $200

814. The Strokes

811. Sex Pistols

Starting Bid $200

815. Ernest Tubb and the Texas Troubadours Starting Bid $200

818. Yes

Starting Bid $200

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816. Josh White Starting Bid $200

819. Neil Young Starting Bid $200

classic entertainment

Delightful collection boasting over 400 of vintage Hollywood’s finest

820. Actors and Actresses. Phenomenal collection of nearly 450 vintage Hollywood signatures on off-white cards, 5 x 3 and 3 x 5, each signed in ink or fountain pen, each bearing an affixed image of the signer. Highlights include: William Boyd, Spencer Tracy, Fay Wray, Robert Armstrong, Bruce Cabot, Lionel Barrymore, Boris Karloff, Johnny Weismuller, Ted Healy, Lupe Velez, W. C. Fields, Clark Gable, Jack Haley, William Powell, Gary Cooper, Helen Twelvetrees, Cary Grant, Billie Burke, Will Rogers, Alice Brady, Al Jolson, Leslie Howard, Mae West, Charles Laughton, Warner Oland, Fred Astaire, Stan Laurel, Buck Jones, Tom Mix, Nigel Bruce, Lionel Atwill, Hoot Gibson, Harold Lloyd, Clara Bow, Thelma Todd, Peter Lorre, and Ben Turpin. In overall fine condition, with varying degrees of toning; some are inscribed to Juanita, and a few are in pencil. Please visit RRAuction.com for a more comprehensive list of the collection’s contents.

The signatures are housed in a large three-ring binder, with a copy of the original foreword and index from collector Juanita Dooley, in part: “All autographs were obtained personally, also the entire book was conceived and compiled by me between the years of 1933 and 1935 starting at the age of sixteen…in the Glendale, Hollywood area at Sneak Previews, Sunset Strip Clubs, Legion Fights, and Rodeos.” Also included is a letter of provenance from the original recipient’s daughter Donna Dews, in part: “My mother Juanita Bandy (Dooley) was born on the Texas panhandle August 22, 1917. In 1932 her parents and older sister moved to Glendale, California to find better working conditions. My mom was 16, her sister was 21 and my grandmother was in love with movies. They were in Hollywood at some premiere when they met Hymen Fink, who was a photographer for a magazine, ‘Movie Mirror’…For the next few years, approximately Oct. of ’33 to mid 1935, he allowed my mom and her sister to go with him on his job of taking pictures of movie stars. She dated all her signatures and you can see, she basically was his shadow during this time.” The original scrapbook is also included. A wonderful collection of the 1930s best and brightest Hollywood stars. Starting Bid $2500

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821. Abbott and Costello. Semi-glossy 5.25 x 3.5 Universal-

International publicity photo of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, signed in fountain by both, with an unknown hand adding an inscription in blue ballpoint, “To ‘Charlie,’ Your pals.” In fine condition, with a spot of soiling to upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

824. Directors. Collection of fourteen items, consisting almost entirely of off-white 5 x 3 cards, each signed in ink by a director, a few inscribed, including: Richard Attenborough (SP), Rouben Mamoulian, Joseph L. Mankiewicz, George Abbott, Vincente Minnelli, Hermes Pan, Henry Hathaway (ALS), Hal Roach (3), and Leni Riefenstahl (2 signatures and 1 SP). Also includes a signature from legendary producer Hal Wallis. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelopes for the Roach and Riefenstahl signatures.

Starting Bid $200

822. Charlie Chaplin. Ink sig-

825. Greta Garbo. Chase

nature, “Faithfully, Chas Chaplin,” on a white 3.25 x 1.75 card affixed to an off-white 5 x 8 sheet bearing an affixed image of Chaplin. Light haloing to the ink, slight soiling, and a faint paperclip impression (passing through a portion of the signature), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

823. Directors. Desirable collection of twenty-six items consisting of signed photos and signatures, ranging in size from 3.5 x 5 to 8.5 x 11, each signed in ink by a director, many inscribed, including: Danny Boyle (SP), Blake Edwards (SP), Roger Vadim (signature), Elia Kazan (signature), Sidney Lumet (SP), John Carpenter (SP), Billy Wilder (SP), Arthur Hiller (SP), James L. Brooks (SP), Martin Ritt (SP), Peter Hunt (SP), Oliver Stone (SP), Martin Scorsese (SP), Claude Lelouch (SP), Walter Hill (SP), Wes Craven (SP), Sydney Pollack (SP), Stanley Kramer (SP), Robert Wise (SP), Ken Russell (signature), Edouard Molinaro (signature), Margarethe von Trotta (signature), Roman Polanski (SP), David Cronenberg (SP), Andre Techine (SP), and Alan Parker (SP). In overall very good to fine condition, with some scattered creases and a removed inscription from the Stone photo. Starting Bid $200

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Manhattan Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out in type and signed

by Garbo, payable to New York Telephone Company for $31.31, stamp-dated January 10, 1966. In fine condition, with a vertical fold, and expected cancellation holes and bank stamps (one touching the first letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare Gone With the Wind portraits inscribed to the film’s cinematographer

826. Gone With the Wind: Gable and Leigh. Exceptional pair of oversized portraits signed and inscribed during production of Gone

with the Wind to camera operator and future Academy Award–winning cinematographer Arthur E. Arling: first, a handsome 10 x 13 portrait of Gable, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Art, Best wishes always, Clark Gable”; and second, a stunning 10.25 x 13.25 close-up of Leigh as Scarlett O’Hara, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Arthur—With admiration & my very best wishes, Vivien Leigh.” Both are covered in a heavy laminate, with slight fading to signatures and trimmed edges to the Leigh photograph, otherwise overall fine condition.

From the noted Gone with the Wind collection of James L. Tumblin. Arthur E. Arling later won the 1946 Oscar for Best Cinematography for The Yearling. A fantastic pairing of these scarce oversized portraits, with a wonderful Hollywood association to a distinguished member of the film’s crew. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Steiner’s drafts for “G.W.T.W. Selznick’s Melody” 827. Gone With the Wind: Max Steiner.

Rare handwritten musical manuscript in pencil, unsigned, two pages, 10.25 x 13.75, no date but circa 1939. Steiner’s handwritten working drafts of music for the score to Gone with the Wind, the first page headed “Selznick’s Melody in E” and the second headed “G.W.T.W. Selznick’s Melody.” In fine condition, with light soiling, toned edges, and a few small chips to the second page. From the noted Gone with the Wind collection of James L. Tumblin.

Steiner was one of the greatest score composers in the history of film, with other films to his credit including King Kong and Casablanca. His Gone with the Wind theme is one of the most recognizable in all of cinema, and drafts of his music associated with this important film are exceedingly rare and of the utmost desirability.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

828. Edith Head.

Fabulous costume sketch of a revealing outfit for Audrey Hepburn in the iconic classic Breakfast at Tiffany’s, accomplished in pencil and gouache on an off-white 13 x 17 sheet, signed and inscribed in the lower left in pencil, “To Aubrey, Enjoy!

Edith Head,” and signed again on the right side, “Edith Head.” Scattered creases and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

829. Alfred Hitchcock. Semi-glossy 11

x 14 cardstock portrait of Hitchcock engulfed in shadow, signed and inscribed in white pencil, “To Jean, with best wishes, from Alfred Hitchcock.” Dings to edges, slight toning to lower portion, and a few unobtrusive creases (a pair passing through the rear of his head), otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

830. Alfred Hitchcock. Personal check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Hitchcock, payable to cash for $100, May 22, 1967. In fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes, and a small tear to top left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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831. Harry Houdini. Signed book: The Unmasking of RobertHoudin. NY: The Publishers Printing Company, 1908. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.25, 333 pages. Signed on a free end page in black ink, “With compliments of the author, Harry Handcuff Houdini.” Autographic condition: fine, with slight soiling and the lower edge starting to detach from inner hinge. Book condition: G+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

832. Grace Kelly. Gor-

geous modern satin-finish 3.25 x 5.5 photo reproducing one of Kelly’s stunning Warner Bros. early postcard photos, nicely signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Superlative portrait of the slapstick comedy duo

833. Hedy Lamarr.

Stunning oversized matte-finish 9.75 x 12.5 photo of Lamarr in a classic Golden Age studio pose, prominently signed in black felt tip.

Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 19.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

834. Laurel and Hardy. Choice matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of the pair side-by-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. Starting Bid $300

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838. Audie Murphy. Hand835. Laurel and Hardy. Ap-

pealing matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo of the comedic duo posing side-by-side, signed and inscribed vertically in fountain pen, “Hello Robin! Stan Laurel,” and in blue ink, “Oliver Hardy.” Scattered creasing (heaviest to lower right) and a small tear to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

some glossy 8 x 10 Universal Pictures publicity photo of Murphy in his military uniform, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Smokey—thanks for putting up with me—Sincerely, Audie.” Reverse bears a Universal–International Pictures stamp. In fine condition, with trivial creasing to two corner tips, a tiny ding to bottom edge, and slight skipping to the inscription and signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

836. Peter Lawford. DS, three pages, 8.5 x 11, November 18, 1959. Agreement between Lawford and his manager Milton Ebbins concerning compensation with regard to Lawford’s earnings from the film Ocean’s 11. In part: “This will confirm our agreement whereby, in consideration of the services rendered and to be rendered by you during the balance of the calendar year 1959 with respect to the motion picture photoplay ‘Oceans 11,’ I agree to pay you…an amount equal to 24% of the 8 1/3% of the ‘gross receipts.’” Nicely signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by both Lawford and Ebbins. The document is bracket-bound in a blue paper folder with a related unsigned nine-page carbon copy of a contract and two law firm letters about the arrangement. Two additional carbon copies and a letter are present but unbound. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

837. Mary Miles Minter. Two

items: a lovely glossy 8 x 10 photo of Minter leaning against a mirror, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To a dear and faithful fan, La Verne Decker, from a 15 year old (here in 1917) from now 80 year old (1st April 1981), and with timeless love, Mary Miles Minter”; and an ALS, two pages, 5 x 4, November 18, 1982. Letter to La Verne, in part: “I wish I knew if you are of my present vintage or much younger. It is amazing that I still get fan mail after a 60 year absence from the screen. Thank you for the pen and the so thoughtful return, stamped folder.” Minter draws a heart in red ink, “And here is a little heart forr [sic] you, too. XXX.” The second page consists of a long handwritten postscript, in part: “You should know my private name: I am the widow of (he was Danish with no O’ but loved me enough to change his name to the O’. The beginning of his born name was plain Hildebrandt)—I was born Mary Juliet O’Reilly and so married Brandon. This is my legal name: Mrs. Brandon O’Hildebrandt.” In overall fine condition, with a small piece of tape to top edge of photo. A wonderful and insightful tandem of signed items from the typically withdrawn Minter, an actress whose autograph proved markedly difficult to obtain even during the peak of her short-lived movie career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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With “Love & Kisses,” Marilyn supports the troops 839. Marilyn Monroe. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Monroe posing in a one-piece bathing suit, signed and inscribed in thick ink, “To 82nd Fighter Sqdn., Love & Kisses, Marilyn Monroe.” Overall bends, creases, and soiling, many tack holes to borders and corners, some paper loss to corners (most notably to the upper right), and significant staining affecting the inscription and signature, otherwise very good condition. Monroe famously made a trip to Korea in 1954 to entertain the American troops stationed overseas, performing as part of the USO show. Her popularity within the military ranks is evident in this photo—it must have been displayed and admired wherever the 82nd went. An exceptionally desirable signed image and important association in American pop culture. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $1000

840. Our Gang: Carl ‘Alfalfa’ Switzer. Screen-used red,

white, and blue rubber ball bounced by Switzer in one of the Our Gang shorts, measuring 4˝ in diameter, with red alphabet lettering around the perimeter. In fine condition, with expected overall scuffing and wear. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from famed broadcaster Joe Franklin, who received this from Switzer as a memento, and a certificate of authenticity from celebrity memorabilia expert Richard Wilson. Starting Bid $200

841. Our Gang: Carl ‘Alfalfa’ Switzer. Vin-

tage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Alfalfa as a running back in the 1938 Our Gang short, ‘Football Romeo,’ signed in fountain pen, “Alfalfa, 1938, Our Gang.”

In fine condition, with trivial creasing and some light silvering to dark areas of the image. Uninscribed photos from the beloved child star are especially rare, this being one of only a handful we have offered.

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842. Our Gang: William ‘Buckwheat’ T h o m a s . Vi n t a g e

matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of the classic Our Gang actor with a suspicious expression, signed vertically during his childhood in fountain pen, “Buckwheat.” In fine condition, with trivial soiling and a small crease to lower left corner tip. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

845. Sopranos. Color lim-

ited edition 35 x 29.5 canvas print, numbered 422/500, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by all 15 pictured cast members: James Gandolfini, Tony Sirico, Steve Van Zandt, Robert Iler, Vincent Pastore, Michael Imperioli, Dominic Chianese, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, John Ventimiglia, Drea de Matteo, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Federico Castelluccio, Aida Turturro, and Steve Schirripa. Also signed in black felt tip by the artist, Karen O’Neil Ganci. Framed to an overall size of 40 x 34. In fine condition. This print was the only officially commissioned signing done by the cast of the show. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

846. John Wayne. Quint-

843. Jane Russell. Collection of over ninety items, consisting

of various color laserprint paperstock photos, record albums, and magazines signed by Russell: including six albums; two letters; eight magazines; a calendar; fifteen better quality glossy 8 x 10 photos; approximately forty-five color paperstock laserprint copies of various photos, magazines, and lobby cards, 11 x 14 and 14 x 11, several of which are signed twice; eleven color paperstock laserprint copies of 8 x 10 photos; four smaller copies of photos; two postcards; and a program. In overall very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

844. Sharon Tate. Irvin High School of

El Paso 1960 The Orbit yearbook, 7.75 x 10.75, 170 pages, depicting Tate on page 50 as a member of the junior class and also showing her on on page 51 taking part in a class activity. Foxing and soiling to covers, and various signatures of classmates throughout, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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essential mattefinish 8 x 10 photo of Wayne as a grizzled frontiersman, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Terry— Good luck, John Wayne, 1974.”

Photographer David Sutton’s name inherent to photo in lower left corner. In fine condition.Precertified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

849. Natalie Wood. ALS

847. Mae West. Attractive matte-finish

11 x 14 photo of West peeking out from beneath an elaborate hat, signed and inscribed in white ink, “Jimmy, Best Wishes, Mae West.” In fine condition, with trivial wear to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

signed “Natalie,” three pages inside a 5 x 4 monogrammed personal stationery card, 5 x 3.75, August 29, 1974. Letter to actress Ruth Gordon. In part: “Saw Mia & Andre & little Fletcher a few weeks ago—before you saw them and although they all looked great, little Fletcher just cried his head off. My Courtney is much more sociable & smiley! Both girls are thriving…I’m writing this from the Sunshine Nursery School where I go with Natasha until she’s ready to stay on her own. The trouble is—I love it & don’t want to leave myself!! I had a good time on ‘Fat Chance,’ Michael Caine who was super very professional & I loved Peter Hyams! He seems stylish! R. J. sends special love to you.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Wood’s hand, incorporating her married name, “Natalie Wagner,” in the return address on the flap (a piece of tape is affixed over a portion of the return address). An interesting letter mentioning her two children, Mia Farrow and Andre Previn, and her film Fat Chance, which was directed by Peter Hyams and released under the title Peeper. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Oz’s captain of the Winkie Guards 848. Wizard of Oz: Mitchell Lewis. Actor whose career spanned

the silent and sound eras (1880–1956) whose often uncredited roles included the captain of the Winkie Guards in The Wizard of Oz; he is best known for uttering the memorable line ‘Hail to Dorothy! The Wicked Witch is dead!’ Striking matte-finish 7 x 8.5 portrait of Lewis, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To William Mitchell, Sincerely, Mitchell Lewis.” A crease to the upper left corner, a couple tiny filled in spots of surface loss to the lower portion of the image, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition; overall a highly appealing example.

An extremely scarce autograph, this is the first we have offered in any format. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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850. Nick Adams Starting Bid $200

851. Adrienne Ames and Bruce Cabot

852. Harriet Andersson Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

853. Josephine Baker

854. Brigitte Bardot

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

855. P. T. Barnum Starting Bid $200

856. Ingrid Bergman

857. Ingrid Bergman

858. Busby Berkeley

859. Frank Borzage

860. Nigel Bruce

861. Billie Burke

862. Mae Clarke

863. Ronald Colman

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864. George Cukor

865. Peter Cushing

Starting Bid $200

867. Sammy Davis, Jr Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

868. Entertainers

871. Clark Gable

874. Yvette Guilbert

875. Alec Guinness

Starting Bid $200

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869. Federico Fellini

Starting Bid $200

870. Errol Flynn

866. Peter Cushing

Starting Bid $200

872. Greta Garbo Starting Bid $200

876. Rusty Hamer Starting Bid $200

877. Rita Hayworth Starting Bid $200

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878. Katharine Hepburn

879. William Holden

881. Boris Karloff

882. Grace Kelly

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

885. Akira Kurosawa Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

880. James Bond: Moore and Lee Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

883. Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier

884. Elsa Lanchester

886. Lillie Langtry

887. Christopher Lee

888. Sergio Leone

Starting Bid $200

889. Sophia Loren Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

890. Sophia Loren Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

892. Our Gang: Allen ‘Farina’ Hoskins

894. Vincent Price

895. William J. Rea

896. Max Reinhardt

897. Bill Robinson

898. Sabu

899. Omar Sharif

900. Robert Shayne

901. Douglas Sirk

903. Star Trek: Shatner and Nimoy

904. James Stewart

905. James Stewart

891. Jayne Mansfield

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

902. Star Trek: Leonard Nimoy Starting Bid $200

893. Antoinette Perry Starting Bid $200

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906. James Stewart

907. Tarzan

908. Shirley Temple

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

909. Ernest Thesiger

910. Three Stooges

911. Lana Turner

912. John Wayne

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

913. Johnny Weissmuller

914. Billy Wilder

915. Wizard of Oz

916. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

917. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

918. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

919. Fay Wray

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

920. Young Frankenstein: Wilder and Garr Starting Bid $200

sports An extremely early letter: “Won all 23 games here to-night, and all 30 at Buffalo last night” 921. Jose Raul Capablanca. World-champion Cuban chess player (1888–1942) considered one of the greatest of all time. ALS signed “J. R. Capablanca,” one page, 5.5 x 3.25, no date but postmarked Toronto, January 20, 1909. Letter to F. D. Rosebault. In the upper margin, Capablanca comments on his recent chess matches: “Won all 23 games here to-night, and all 30 at Buffalo last night.” The body of the letter, in full: “I got the parcel you sent by express. Please send registered letter to Milwaukee where I will be Saturday and Sunday. Cannot say about Marshall match as I don’t know that I will want to play by the time I come back.—It is a very tiresome trip—If you have time write to your friend in Detroit about the girls.” Addressed on the reverse in his own hand. In very good condition, with uniform toning, creasing to the left side, and dampstaining affecting a few words of the letter and significantly affecting the address panel. Accompanied by two chess-related letters by other individuals and two postcards, one an invitation to a Capablanca match at the Manhattan Chess Club in 1911 and the other featuring a caricature. Capablanca had begun his career as a professional chess player only two weeks earlier, playing a 25-board simultaneous match at the Rice Chess Club on January 5, 1923. Here he refers to Frank Marshall, who was considered one of the strongest chess players in the world. Capablanca would square off against Marshall in April 1909, defying expectations in defeating the American in eight matches while losing only one. These matches brought international recognition to the young Capablanca and represented the beginning of his famous career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The ‘Father of Modern Baseball’ signs alongside Hawaiian Queen Emma on a new lease for land in Honolulu 922. Alexander Cartwright. Rare manuscript

DS, signed “Alxr. J. Cartwright,” three pages on two lightly-lined sheets, 8 x 12.5, September 4, 1883. Lease for land in Honolulu, signed at the conclusion, “Emma Kaleleonalani,” and “by Her Atty in fact, Alxr J. Cartwright,” and also signed in Chinese characters “Tuck Yee,” “Pat Ngu,” and “Ing Chun.” In very good condition, with some scattered small pinholes, a few repaired fold separations, and some scattered light toning and staining, heaviest to docket page, and not affecting legibility.

Four years after helping formulate the modern rules of baseball—nine players, nine innings, 90 feet between bases, etc.—Alexander Joy Cartwright left New York to join the California gold rush in ’49, then quickly made his way to Honolulu, where he became one of the island’s most prominent and well-respected businessmen and lawyers. After gaining the attention of the royal family, he was appointed Consul to Peru and became Queen Emma Kaleleonalani’s personal financial advisor, while his firm, Cartwright and Company, Ltd., handled the rest of the family’s estate. Two years after signing this document with the Queen, he served as the executor of her Last Will and Testament. Also signed by Cecil Brown, a signer of the Hawaiian Constitution and a Hawaiian Territorial Senator, this is an interesting and incredibly scarce document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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923. Ty Cobb.

First National Bank of Nevada check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Cobb, “Tyrus R. Cobb,” payable to Pacific Telephone & Telegraph, Co. for $8.90, September 11, 1941. In fine condition, with a vertical fold, and expected bank stamps and cancellation holes.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

926. Jimmie Foxx. Red ball-

point signature, “Jimmie Foxx,” on a light green 5 x 2.75 trimmed album page. In fine condition, with a missing lower left corner tip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

924. Jimmy Conzelman.

Pro Football Hall of Famer (1898-1970). ALS signed “Jim Conzelman,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Chicago Cardinals Football Club letterhead, no date. Letter to Mr. Carder, in part: “August 17th comes right in our training camp period and I’m sorry I won’t be able to make it. It’s pretty hard now for me to get away on anything but…bureau engagements—and the fee would be too much for Rotary to handle in that work.” In fine condition, with slight creasing and trivial irregular ink adhesion to portions of the writing and the last name of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

927. Derek Jeter and Yogi Berra. Color glossy 20 x 11 photo of

Jeter and Berra sitting next to each other in the dugout, signed in blue felt tip by both Yankees legends. Photo has wide white borders with an image area of 14 x 11. In fine condition, with scattered surface bends and a Steiner Sports label affixed to the lower right. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Steiner Sports. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Securing lodging for the New York Renaissance’s upcoming away games 925. Bob Douglas. Founder of the New York Renaissance basketball team (1882–1979), and the first African American to be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame; nicknamed the ‘Father of Black Professional Basketball.’ Rare TLS signed “Robt. Douglas,” one page, 8.5 x 10.75, Renaissance letterhead, December 7, 1936. Letter to John LaFontana, in full: “Thanks for yours of December 4th. We will be glad to accept your very kind offer to take care of the men during their stay in your city. In speaking to our Road Manager he suggested that you reserve rooms for two nights for 10 men, to wit, December 13th and 14th as they intend to come direct from Hartford to Great Barrington and will sleep in Great Barrington on the 13th and also on the 14th after the game there. Kindly be good enough to let me know if the above will be alright.

I hope that the weather conditions and everything pertaining to making the game a success will be perfectly O.K. on the 14th.” In fine condition, with horizontal folds and a chip to right edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Baseball’s ‘Strikeout Kings,’ highlighted by Walter Johnson

928. Walter Johnson and Hall of Fame Pitchers.

Collection of ten items, consisting of nine baseball cards and one signature, each signed by a Hall of Fame pitcher, highlighted by the fountain pen signature, “Best wishes, Walter Johnson,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1 slip. Baseball cards are signed by Nolan Ryan, Gaylord Perry, Steve Carlton, Roger Clemens, Randy Johnson, Don Sutton, Bert Blyleven, Phil Niekro, and Tom Seaver. Matted and framed around a large plaque to an overall size of 28 x 29. In overall fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

929. Bobby Jones. Vintage

fountain pen signature, “Robt Jones, Jr.,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 slip bearing an affixed newspaper headline. Impressively double-matted and framed in a shadowbox with a golf club, ball, photo, and FDC to an overall size of 16 x 41. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

930. Sonny Liston. Scarce ballpoint signature, “Sonny Liston,” on an off-white 4 x 3 album page. Creasing and small tears to edges, and unobtrusive paper loss to upper left corner, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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934. Racing: 2001 NASCAR Busch Series. A

931. Racing: 1996 Winston Cup. A 10K gold 1996 Winston Cup

championship ring, approximately 11.5 cm in size and 24.3 grams, featuring the car number “5” and the facsimile signature of winner Terry Labonte on the top. One side features the Hendrick Motorsport logo with checkered flags, and the other side features the Winston Cup Series logo and engraved name “Mack,” presumably a team or staff member. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

932. Racing: 1997 Brickyard 400 Championship. A

10K gold 1997 Brickyard 400 championship ring made by Herff Jones, approximately size 11.5 and 27.2 grams, featuring the car number “10” on the top. One side features the facsimile signature and team emblem of winner Ricky Rudd, with an engraved name above, “Zoomer,” presumably a team or staff member. The other side features a Tide logo and date of August 2, 1997. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

10K gold 2001 NASCAR Busch Series championship ring made by Terry Berry, approximately size 13–13.5 and 18 grams, featuring a synthetic blue stone on the top emblazoned with the car number “2.” One side features the facsimile signature of winner Kevin Harvick and RCR logo, and the other side reads “2001 Busch Championship” and is engraved with a Chevrolet logo. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

935. Racing: 2003 Coca Cola 600. A 10K gold 2003 Coca-Cola

600 championship ring, approximately size 12 and 26 grams, featuring three cubic zirconias on the top. One side features the facsimile signature of winner Jimmie Johnson and a Lowe’s Racing logo, and the other side features a Hendrick Motorsports logo, the car number “48,” and engraved name “Hunsucker,” presumably a team or staff member. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

933. Racing: 1997 Truck Series. A

10K gold 1997 Craftsman Truck Series championship ring made by Herff Jones, approximately 11 cm in size and 34 grams, featuring cubic zirconias on the top encircling the car number “24.” One side features the Hendrick Motorsports logo, and the other side features an image of the car and engraved name “Mack,” presumably a team or staff member. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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936. Racing: 2005 Brickyard 400. A 10K gold 2005 Brickyard

400 championship ring made by Herff Jones, approximately 10 cm in size and 30.5 grams, featuring cubic zirconias on the top encircling a synthetic amber stone emblazoned with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway logo. One side features the facsimile signature of winner Tony Stewart and a Brickyard 400 logo, and the other side features a Home Depot logo and engraved name “Robertson,” presumably a team or staff member. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Choice photo of a powerful Ruth practice swing 937. Babe Ruth. Highly desirable vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Ruth posing at the end of one of his mighty swings, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend, Mrs. J. P. Tehan, From, Babe Ruth.” Mild scattered soiling, a tack hole to the right edge, and slight rippling to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA and JSA. A fantastic pose of the ‘Sultan of Swat.’ Starting Bid $500

1930 World Series press pass, signed by the Babe

939. Babe Ruth. Photographer’s press pass for access to Shibe Park during the 1930 World Series, 3 x 3.75, signed on the reverse in fountain pen by Ruth. The bottom of the pass is punched three times, indicating attendance at each of the games in Philadelphia. Retains the original white and red string. In very good condition, with significant brushing and fading to Ruth’s signature, and some chipping to edges.

Ruth’s Yankees had finished third in the American League, and the Philadelphia Athletics represented the league in the 1930 World Series.

The Babe did, however, make an appearance at Shibe Park and was honored as part of a group of baseball legends that also included John McGraw, Gabby Street, Christy Walsh, Connie Mack, Nick Altrock, and Ty Cobb. A desirable autograph in this unique format. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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942. Honus Wagner. Ink signature,

938. Babe Ruth. Crisp fountain pen signature, “Babe

Ruth,” on an off-white 3 x 1 slip affixed to a white 5 x 3 card.

In fine condition, with trivial soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“From the old Injun, Jim Thorpe” 941. 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.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases, a tiny tear and trivial stray ink mark to the border, and one letter in the inscription a shade light. A rare and superb image.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“Honus Wagner,” on a beige 3 x 1 slip affixed to a stylized 3.5 x 5.5 postcard.

In fine condition, with slight showthrough from writing to reverse. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

943. Hank Aaron Starting Bid $200

944. Muhammad Ali Starting Bid $200

947. Baseball

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

946. Muhammad Ali and Floyd Patterson Starting Bid $200

948. Baseball Hall of Famers

Starting Bid $200

949. Tom Brady

945. Muhammad Ali

Starting Bid $200

950. Brooklyn Dodgers: 1940s

951. Al Davis

952. Joe DiMaggio

955. Nellie Fox

956. Kenesaw M. Landis

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

953. Joe DiMaggio Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

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957. Rod Laver Starting Bid $200

960. Mickey Mantle Starting Bid $200

961. Mickey Mantle Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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959. Connie Mack

962. NY Mets

963. NY Mets: 1986

965. Grantland Rice

966. Eugen Sandow

Starting Bid $200

964. NY Yankees

967. Sumo Wrestlers

958. Joe Louis

968. Winston Cup Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

969. John Wooden Starting Bid $200

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Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder. RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder.

It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all RISK OF LOSS once the lot(s) is in Bidder’s possession.

Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder further grants RR Auction a purchase money security interest in such sums or items to the extent applicable, and agrees to execute such documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued expenses, until the indebtedness is paid.

By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by a principal, director or officer that they he or she personally and unconditionally guarantees any payment due RR Auction.

RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders.

In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased pursuant to these Conditions of Sale and the exclusive remedies provided herein, RR Auction agrees to reimburse any Bidder in an amount equal to the successful bid price actually paid

by Bidder at auction plus any Buyer’s Premium actually paid, in full and complete satisfaction of all claims, which once tendered by RR Auction, relieves and releases RR Auction from any responsibility whatsoever to the Bidder, even if the instrument is not cashed or is returned.

Bidding Options: Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to in-person, facsimile, phone and mail bids) are treated similarly to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any in-person, facsimile, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered Bidder’s high bid.

When identical mail or facsimile bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. RR Auction is not responsible for executing mail bids or facsimile bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is RR Auction responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, facsimile, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins.

In all Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%, or as specified on a per-Auction basis. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of RR Auction.

RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid. Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale.

All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless RR Auction directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s).

For live auctions, RR Auction will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between Bidders. RR Auction will

determine the successful Bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or lots in dispute. RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises, RR Auction’s sale record is conclusive.

Payment: Subject to fulfillment of all of the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, upon the sooner of (1) the passing of title to the offered lot pursuant to these Conditions of Sale, or (2) possession of the offered lot by the Bidder, Bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as RR Auction may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than thirty (30) business days following its sale and, if it is not so removed, RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder.

Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. RR Auction reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, RR Auction’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay RR Auction its fees (seller’s and Buyer’s Premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot.

All sales are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders), and are subject to all reporting requirements.

All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) calendar day hold, and ten (10) business days when drawn on an international bank.

Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via e-Check, personal or corporate checks.

In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment.

If RR Auction refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction. If RR Auction assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys.

RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder to secure payment of the Auction invoice. RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale.

In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included

on the invoice (the “Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession.

All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. RR Auction is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction.

Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs.

Title: Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper.

Rights Reserved: RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone.

Conducting the Auction: RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.

RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments.

RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.

Reserves: Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own.

Off-Site Bidding: Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, avail-

ability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form.

RR Auction’s Remedies: Failure of the Bidder to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages); (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such Bidder is the successful Bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any Bidder failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’s possession owned by such Bidder. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Warranties: RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title.

All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a

good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only.

They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices.

Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly.

All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “Certification of Authenticity”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The Certification of Authenticity inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the Certification of Authenticity, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. The Certification of Authenticity is valid from date of the Auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot (the “Auction Date”) until five (5) years after the Auction Date, without exception.

FIREARMS. RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm.

Limitation of Damages: In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Bidder, or Bidder is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Bidder. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost.

Unauthorized Statements: Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction.

Bidder’s Remedies: Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid.

This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder in conformity with the Warranties and Limitation of Damages provisions of these Conditions of Sale, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law.

The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, in the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction shall make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction).

Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and assign to Bidder all of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances.

If Bidder wishes to challenge the AC within the period of the Certification of Authenticity, Bidder must present written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If RR Auction agrees that the lot is not as represented, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be a refund of their purchase price, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable.

If RR Auction does not agree with the claim by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale.

Any such challenge concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Bidder’s notice to RR Auction of Bidder’s contention that the lot was not authentic, or six (6) years from the Auction Date, whichever is sooner.

If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and the AC, then the description in the AC shall control. This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction.

NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE. RR Auction’s Additional Services: For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge.

Headings: Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer.

Entire Agreement: These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties.

If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

Governing Law and Enforcement The Parties agree that any agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location.

The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, and any other related agreement(s) are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the “Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”). The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. The Parties agree that Bidder shall have no right to recover consequential or indirect damages, or lost profits damages.

The Parties consent to the enforcement of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in either the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.

Except as provided in Bidder’s Remedies with regard to the Certification of Authenticity, any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other agreement(s) between the Parties must be brought within one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances giving rise to the alleged claim, without exceptions. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute release of any claims after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale.

The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the Parties’ agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration related to or arising out of any Auction of an item sold for less than $10,000. This right shall relate to the individual item price, such that RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration for items that in the aggregate exceed $10,000. The prevailing Party in such a proceeding shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the proceeding, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. This right of enforcement is unique to RR Auction, and these Conditions of Sale are a waiver by the Bidder of any right to enforcement or adjudication outside of an Arbitration.

CONDUCT OF AUCTION Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 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. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision.

Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).

Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction.

Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment.

Maximum Bids – All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid.

Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice.

Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction.

Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.

Bidding—Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.

To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.

Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/ EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/ EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the Auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm EST/EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion.

Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right.

To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.

Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the con-

signor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.

During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www. liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www.icollector. com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium.

Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a nonsale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement.

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Mario Puzo Archive Featuring The Godfather Trilogy

COMING TO AUCTION DECEMBER 2015

The prolific career of the treasured author—with original papers and manuscripts from nearly 20 different books and screenplays, bringing to light: The groundbreaking conception and preparation of The Godfather Trilogy The close collaboration between Puzo and Coppola

The writing of "Mafia," The Godfather novel The creation of a string of Hollywood blockbusters: Superman, Earthquake, and The Cotton Club