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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*

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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.

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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 Washington responds to intel on a depleting Shays’ Rebellion 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, with the impact of Shays’ Rebellion serving as a central factor in the constitution’s reformation. An exceedingly desirable letter marking a pivotal moment in American history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $2000

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Choice Revolutionary War letter on a critical New York fort

2. George Washington. Revolutionary War–dated LS signed “G:o Washington,” one page, 7.25 x 11.75, July 2, 1782. Letter to a Quar-

termaster Nicholas Quackenbush, written from his headquarters at Newburgh. In full: “Colonel Reid has informed me of the ill Constitution of Fort Plain, and of the Magazine at that Place. As it is of the greatest Importance that they should be repaired, I must request you to make every possible Exertion to Supply the necessary materials.” Beautifully double-matted and framed with a plaque and portrait to an overall size of 25 x 23.5. In fine condition. A remarkably well-preserved piece featuring a large, extremely bold signature of Washington as the Continental Army’s commander-in-chief.

Washington had just been informed of the poor state of Fort Plain, an outpost on the south side of Mohawk River, in a letter from George Reid, who wrote: ‘The Commanding Officer at Fort Plain informs me that the Magazine there must inevitably destroy all their Ammunition unless it is Immedietly repair’d, the Qr. Mastr says he has no Material nor anything to purchase them, he has neither Tent nor kettle nor any thing.’ As Fort Plain was the headquarters for patriot troops in the Mohawk Valley, Washington recognized the importance of quickly completing any necessary repairs. Marinus Willett, one of the Revolution’s most prominent military leaders, was the commanding officer of the fort and would soon launch an attack on Fort Ontario; however, his forces retreated to Fort Plain after their element of surprise was lost. As peace loomed a year later, General Washington paid a visit to Fort Plain on July 28, 1783, where he was received by cheering soldiers. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 5

Rare signature of America’s first First Lady—“M. Washington”

3. Martha Washington. Ink signature, “M. Washington,” on an off-white 2.5 x .25 slip. In fine condition, with mild toning. Includes a handwritten statement of provenance signed by Martha Washington’s great granddaughter, “E. M. Lewis,” in full: “1852, Autographs of Mrs. Martha Washington for G. Washington Lewis, 1852, his Great Great Grand Mother & left by his Grand Mother E. P. Lewis, written by his Mother E M Lewis.” The reverse reads: “For G.W. Lewis Autographs of Mrs. M. Washington his Gt Gt Grand Mother.” Also includes four ornately monogrammed linen handkerchiefs owned by Mary Washington Jones, the great niece of Martha Washington’s sisters, Anna Maria and Elizabeth, with three monogrammed “MWJ” and one monogrammed “J.” Handkerchiefs were sold as part of lot 2134 in the February 2010 James D. Julia auction, which featured items from the Tobias Lear and George Washington Storer families. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Strand of President Washington’s hair with excellent provenance 4. George Washington. A single strand

of George Washington’s hair, measuring approximately 2.75˝ long, affixed to a letter of provenance with a red wax seal. Written by Boston city councilman John R. Adan, the letter reads: “At the end of George Washington’s administration, Oliver Wolcott, one of his cabinet & Mrs. W. called on Prest. W. & his wife. The latter gave Mrs. Wolcott a lock of the President’s hair…One of the descendants of O. W. gave one hair of this lock to M. D. Ross, who presented it to me April 1847. It is attached to this paper. J. R. A.” In very good to fine condition, with some light mounting staining to the letter of provenance. Accompanied by the scrapbook compiled by Adan from which this was removed, which includes affixed letters and signatures of notable Boston-area figures such as Edward Everett, William Prescott, Jr., Leverett Saltonstall I, Nathaniel Bowditch, and Simon Greenleaf. Starting Bid $200

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Revolutionary War–dated document as Virginia’s governor

5. Thomas Jefferson. Revolutionary War–dated ADS, signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 11.5 x 1.75, May 16, 1780. Exceptional official document entirely in Jefferson’s hand, in full: “Virginia to wit: I hereby certify that Archibald Blair is clerk to the Council of the State & that due faith & credence should be given to his signature. Given under my hand & the seal of the Commonwealth at Richmond this sixteenth day of May 1780.” Cloth-matted and framed with an image to an overall size of 20 x 19. Overall toning and repaired paper loss to the lower left corner, otherwise fine condition.

Jefferson issued this document as governor of Virginia just one month after officially moving the state capital from the colonial capital of Williamsburg to Richmond. In doing so he hoped to create a more centralized location for Virginia’s population in the west while isolating the capital from British attack; nevertheless, the treacherous Benedict Arnold and his troops overran the city the following year. While any Jefferson autographic material is desirable, this well-preserved example boasts especially bold handwriting and dates to a critical moment in American history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

Beautifully signed Jefferson–Madison ship’s pass for a trip to Havana 6. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

Partly-printed DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 20.75 x 16.25, August 3, 1804. A fourlanguage ship’s papers issued to “Henry Gardner master or commander of the Ship called Fame… lying at present in the port of Providence bound for Havana and laden with Sundry Merchandise for Clearance.” Prominently signed in the center by President Jefferson and countersigned below by Secretary of State Madison. The white paper seal affixed to the left side remains fully intact. In very good to fine condition, with small areas of paper loss, intersecting folds, light overall toning; both signatures are choice exemplars, with the Jefferson being especially large, crisp, and bold. Exemplary signatures on this sought-after presidential format.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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President Madison reflects on his imminent departure from the presidency 7. James Madison. ALS as president, one page both sides, 7.5 x 9.75, February 20, 1817. Letter to Professor James Kidd, thanking him for books. In part: “I received some months ago your letter of 29th March last, with the books which accompanied it. I delayed an acknowledgement of those favors in the hope that I might find time to look into works, the subjects of which are so well calculated to excite attention. In this hope I have been disappointed by a crowd of public occupations greater than was foreseen. And as the Epoch approaches wh[en I s]hall exchange my public for a private character, I think it p[roper n]o longer to postpone my thanks for the enlightened reflections and friendly counsels addressed to me in the former. The warm interest you take in the welfare of my Country, augments greatly the obligations of which I am sensible. I have had no opportunity of seeing any of the persons to whom you refer, as among your American acquaintances, except Commodore Decatur. He recollects you well, and speaks of you in terms which would ensure the respect due to your character.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges, professionally flattened intersecting folds, and an area of expertly repaired circular paper loss affecting a few words (transcribed in brackets).

Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Written less than two weeks before concluding his term as president, this letter offers a wonderful glimpse into Madison’s sense of duty to the nation—he was so busy tending to matters of the state that he had not yet had time to read the books received from Kidd nearly a year earlier.

He mentions Commodore Stephen Decatur, who played a key role in the War of 1812 during his presidency. After leaving office Madison retired to Montpelier, his tobacco plantation in Virginia, and experienced financial collapse under mounting debt. Superior content from the ‘Father of the Constitution’ as his prolific career in public office came to an end. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

8. James Madison. Partly-printed DS as president, one page,

20.25 x 16.25, July 31, 1801. Four-language ship’s papers issued to “William Driskell master or commander of the Schooner called Burr of Gloucester…lying at present in the port of Gloucester bound for Baracoa and laden with Fish, Flower, Beef, Shingles, Nankins, Soap, Candles, Lard, Bacon, Oars, Cheese and Cotton Balls.”

Signed in the center by President Madison, and countersigned by Secretary of State Robert Smith. The white paper seal affixed to the left side remains fully intact. In fine condition, with very slight toning and splitting along intersecting folds. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Significant draft written as minister to France in 1795 9. James Monroe.

Lengthy handwritten draft as US minister to France, unsigned, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, June 18, 1795.

Draft headed “Circular to the Consuls,” in part: “Complaint has been made to me by the commissary of foreign relations that our consuls & in some cases their agents have granted passports & certificates under the authority of which the bearers are permitted to travel thro’ the interior of France & likewise into foreign countries. He observes that by the law of France & of nations, no person other than the minister of a foreign power, has a right to grant such passports; and that it is likewise unnecessary…for if the party desirous of withdrawing enters the ports of the republick in the ordinary course of trade, none is necessary to enable him to withdraw from it…These observations appear to me to be just & according to the law of nations: I have therefore thought it my duty to make known to you the desire of this government upon that subject & to request yr punctual observance of it.” Docketed on the reverse in another hand. In fine condition, with small splits along hinge and show-through from writing to opposing sides.

The haphazard issue of passports by American officials proved troublesome for many parties—they were entirely invalid under French law since they were not signed by the minister, people from other countries were posing as American citizens in order to obtain passports, and those entering and exiting the country had become virtually impossible to track. After Monroe wrote this draft the final circular was printed and issued to American consular officers in the hope of rectifying this problem; in doing so, Monroe also aimed to maintain good diplomatic relations with France. Given its length, early date, and historical relevance, this is an exceptionally desirable piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“I believe the medic once thought my corporal part on its way to St. Paul’s churchyard—but I did not think so myself” 10. James Monroe. ALS signed “Jas. Monroe,” one page, 7.25 x 9, March 27, 1785.

Letter to statesman John Francis Mercer, the future governor of Maryland, in part: “I have been very ill lately of a pleurisy & have only so far recover’d as to move about a little—this disease hath confined me several days to my bed & I believe the medic once thought my corporal part on its way to St. Paul’s churchyard—but I did not think so myself…I find you are return’d to Annapolis. I hope you have your health for sickness is intollerable…I can give you no information of things in Congress, having been absent near a fortnight. I wish much to visit Virg’a. When will you be either there or here?” Also hand-addressed on the reverse of the second integral sheet by Monroe to “The honble John F. Mercer Esq’r, Annapolis,” and franked in the lower left, “Jas. Monroe.” In fine condition. Monroe was stricken by malaria while visiting swampland along the Mississippi River in 1785, probably what he was suffering from at the time he wrote this letter. He suffered sporadic episodes of fever throughout the rest of his life, including during his presidency in 1818. A rather humorous, early letter from his time as a delegate to the Congress of the Confederation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Leveraging his past presidency to support an ambitious merchant “engaged extensively in commerce, in both hemispheres” 11. James Monroe. ALS, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, New York, December 12, 1830.

Letter of introduction to bank president Nicholas Biddle, in part: “Mr. Burrows who will deliver you this, has expressed a desire that I would introduce him to your acquaintance, according to the knowledge I have of his character, and the impression I entertain of it.

At a distant period back, while I held the office of Ch. Magistrate, he was introduced to me by a letter from Govr. Wolcott of Connecticut, in very favorable terms, as a citizen of merit and entitled to the attention of the govt. He reminds me that I acted under the influence of that recommendation, and promoted his objects in Europe, in commerce, by letters to public officers then…I am informed, by the best authority here, that he is engaged extensively in commerce, in both hemispheres, the operations of which are well conducted & attended with success.” In fine condition, with docketing to the name and date in upper right corner. This letter possibly refers to Silas Enoch Burrows, a banker and merchant who conducted business worldwide. Though now essentially obsolete, ‘Chief Magistrate’ used to be synonymous with ‘President,’ as used by the likes of George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Abraham Lincoln. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

13. James Monroe. Partly-

12. James Monroe: John Jacob Astor. Manuscript bank check,

7.75 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by John Jacob Astor, payable to James Monroe for $3,400, April 21, 1815. In fine condition, with tiny cancellation holes and toned adhesive to reverse edges.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

printed DS as president, one page, 15 x 9, April 16, 1824.

President Monroe grants John Wolf a little over 80 acres of land in Ohio. Signed at the bottom by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. Document appears to be mounted. White paper seal affixed to lower left remains intact. Framed and in very good condition, with intersecting folds and overall wrinkling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

14. John Quincy Adams. ALS signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 7.75 x 6.5, January

10, 1832. Letter to Zachariah Eddy, in full: “I have received your Letter of the 28th inst. The Petition for a Post-Office at East Middleborough has been referred to the Committee on Post-Offices and Post-Roads, from the Chairman of which I have received the assurance that it shall be inserted into the general Bill for the Establishment of Post-Offices—I shall give all my attention to the subject, while before Congress, and use all proper exertions that your wishes in this respect may be gratified.” Letter bears a single correction in an unknown hand. Retains the integral address leaf in Adams’s hand, franked in the upper right, “J. Q. Adams.” In fine condition, with faint toning along intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Nuisance news from the French minister: “It will not set fire to the Potowmack, the Seine or the Thames” 15. John Quincy Adams. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 9, September 9, 1817. Letter to Richard Rush. In part: “I am stepping into the Carriage on my way to Washington, and have scarcely a moment to acknowledge the receipt of your two favours…If the Communication from the French Minister is as important as that which Lord Castlereagh took so much trouble to transmit, it will not set fire to the Potowmack, the Seine or the Thames.” Gorgeously mounted, matted, and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 22.5 x 17. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature).

Adams wrote this letter when departing from his home in Quincy, Massachusetts, for Washington, DC, to assume his position as secretary of state in the cabinet of President James Monroe. Monroe took office on March 4, 1817, and recalled Adams from his diplomatic post in London to become the new secretary of state.

In the interim period, Richard Rush acted in his place; once Adams arrived, Rush was appointed as minister to the United Kingdom. Adams finally arrived in Washington on September 20, and officially began his duties as secretary of state on September 22. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

16. John Quincy Adams. Full free frank, 9.75 x 8, with franked

panel measuring 5 x 3.25, addressed in another hand to “The Revd W. McAuley, Sec. for Domestic Correspondence to the American Bible Society, New York,” boldly franked at the upper right, “J. Q. Adams,” and stamped below, “Free.” Sheet has been professionally reinforced, with a strip applied to reverse top edge. Docketing to top and bottom panels, vertical fold through left side of panel, and some scattered light toning and soiling to edges, most of which could be matted out, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

17. Andrew Jackson. Rare partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, January 26, 1837. President Jackson directs the “Secretary of State to affix the seal of the United States to the order, remitting the fine & forfeiture incurred by the Steamboat Merchant, Jas. McC. Baker, master.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Jackson. In fine condition, with expected document wear and the lower horizontal fold passing through the signature. This type of document is incredibly difficult to find, and with its exemplary signature and attractive, crisp condition, this is an especially desirable piece. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

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18. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 20.25 x 16.25, May 26, 1835. Four-language ship’s paper issued to “John Tucker master or commander of the Ship called Richmond…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for Pacific Ocean and laden with Provisions, Stores, and Utensils for a whaling voyage.” Signed in the center by President Jackson and countersigned by Secretary of State John Forsyth. The white paper seals affixed to the left side remain intact. Removably encapsulated in a Mylar sleeve. Restored to very good condition, with repaired separations to intersecting folds (including a horizontal separation affecting the top of the signature), scattered foxing, and dampstaining to edges. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

19. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15 x 18.75,

March 26, 1829. President Jackson appoints John W. Mooers as “Lieutenant in the Navy, (to take rank from 17 May 1828) in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Jackson, and countersigned by John Branch as secretary of the Navy.

Embossed white seal affixed to lower center remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with moderate overall wrinkling and several extra intersecting folds. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

20. Martin Van Buren. Autograph endorsement signed “M. Van Buren,” on the reverse of a manuscript document, one page, 8 x 7, March 12, 1841. Van Buren writes, in part: “I constitute…my attorney to receive payments…according to its tenor…and owe the same on the due Bill…left in his hands for that purpose.” The document on the opposite side, signed by Senator Robert J. Walker, in part: “Pay to the order of his Excy. Martin Van Buren nineteen hundred dollars with interest…for a balance due by me to Mr. Van Buren for furniture…the payment to be made by you as Secretary of the Senate out of my per diem as a Senator.” In fine condition, with a small split along one of the intersecting folds. Van Buren had left the White House just a week before the March 12th date of this document. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“I write this to apprise you that a detachment of about 80 militia set out from Franklinton” 21. William Henry Harrison. War-dated ALS signed “Willm. Henry

Harrison,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, March 22, 1813. Harrison writes from Headquarters, Cincinnati, to Colonel A. D. Orr. In part: “I have…arrived from Franklinton & Chillicothe & finding that Major Jenkinson was to set out for St. Mary’s I write this to apprise you that a detachment of about 80 militia set out from Franklinton a few days ago for St. Mary’s & out this day 100 men of the 19th U.S. Regt. will commence…from Chillicothe for the same destination. It is my intention that both these detachments descend…to the Rapids. You will therefore be pleased to prepare for them the means of descending…They can take down as much…as the boats you have will be able to carry.” Intersecting folds, scattered toning, a small area of professionally repaired paper loss to left edge, and thin mounting strips to edges of reverse, otherwise fine condition. At this time, Harrison was serving as a general in the War of 1812; later on in 1813 he would lead his men to a decisive victory at the Battle of the Thames, reestablishing American control over the Northwest frontier. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

22. John Tyler. Autograph endorsement signed as president, “J. Tyler,” dated December

6, 1841, penned on the reverse of the last page of an ALS by Secretary of the Navy Abel P. Upshur, three pages on two sheets, 7.75 x 9.75, December 4, 1841. Upshur’s letter explains that Lt. John R. Coxe was irrationally court-martialed, and though exonerated, was passed over because his re-nomination happened on the day President Andrew Jackson left office.

President Tyler writes, in full: “I deem it necessary to renominate—The Secretary will at the proper time (say next week) send a copy of this letter to accompany the nomination.” In fine condition, with paper loss to one edge of the second sheet (affecting a few words of Upshur’s letter but none of Tyler’s writing), and a few small stains and edge tears. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

23. John Tyler. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “J. Tyler,” one page, 8 x 10, November

16, 1842. President Tyler directs “the Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to the remission of a fine of ten dollars, in the case of Adam Hewing.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by the president. A light horizontal fold passing through the signature, toned tape to corners, and show-through from a mounting strip to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Beautiful appointment recognizing “gallant and meritorious conduct in several affairs with Guerrilleros” in the Mexican-American War 24. James K. Polk. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15 x 18.5, July 18, 1848. President Polk promotes Captain Benjamin Alvord to “the rank of Major by Brevet…for gallant and meritorious conduct in several affairs with Guerrilleros at Paso Ovejas National Bridge, and Cerro Gordo, Mexico.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Polk and countersigned by Secretary of War William L. Marcy. The white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains fully intact. Nicely framed to an overall size of 19.5 x 23. In fine condition, with intersecting folds; extremely clean and visually appealing. Alvord served as chief of staff to Major Lally’s column during its march from Vera Cruz to Mexico City in 1847 and rallied a successful defense of the convoy during four separate attacks. He went on to become a nationally recognized mathematician. A choice military appointment from a defining period of Polk’s administration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

A proud member of the Sons of Temperance, the president sends thanks for the newly christened “Taylor Division No. 127” 25. Zachary Taylor. Rare LS as president signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 7.5 x 10, July 12, 1849. Letter to S. C. Sprague at the Sons of Temperance, “Taylor Division No. 127.” In part: “I have received your communication…and must thank the members of the Division of the Sons of Temperance for the compliment they have paid me in its designation. The cause that their organization seeks to promote, meets with my warm approval. Judiciously prosecuted, it will contribute greatly, as it has heretofore done, to elevate the character of the rising generation & secure the prosperity of our beloved country.” Matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 11.5 x 18.

Reverse bears a Goodspeed’s Book Shop label. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light uniform overall toning. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Founded in New York City in 1842, the Order of the Sons of Temperance was organized by a brotherhood of men dedicated to the temperance movement and its abstaining of alcohol consumption. Modeling its constitution on those of the Free Masons and Odd Fellows, the Sons of Temperance became synonymous with high moral character and citizenship, counting among its membership the admirable likes of Abraham Lincoln, U. S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, Millard Fillmore, and Zachary Taylor. An exceptional letter from the nation’s leader, embracing the temperance surge of the 1840s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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26. Millard Fillmore. ALS

as president, one page both sides, 5 x 8, December 17, 1851. Letter to John C. Rives, in full: “Please accept my thanks for some pamphlet copies of my annual message.

I should hardly have deemed this worthy of making my special acknowledgments, were it not for the beautiful style in which the printing is executed. I wish indeed that Congress would have the public documents printed in a similar manner. Please send me a copy of the Congressional Globe and Appendix for the last Session and enter my name for the current Session & Send it with the back numbers and your bill and I will remit the amount.” Affixed to a slightly larger sheet, and addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in another hand. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and slight showthrough from writing to opposing sides. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving of Fillmore bearing a facsimile signature. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

27. Millard Fillmore. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, June 26, 1861. Letter to Mary Palmer, in full: “I have your letter of the 24th and regret that I cannot comply with your requesting for an autograph of President Taylor.” Mounted, cloth-matted, and framed with an engraved likeness of Fillmore bearing a facsimile signature to an overall size of 22.5 x 18. In fine condition, with a light uniform block of toning from previous display and expected horizontal mailing folds (one touching the tips of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

America’s attempt to annex Cuba 28. Franklin Pierce. ALS as

president signed “Fr. Pierce,” one page both sides, 5.75 x 7, December 7, 1854. Letter to N. H. Osgood in New York. In part: “The Spanish Minister is, I learn, still unable to give any attention to business and I am unable to see his Secy in season to communicate prior to the day that Genl. Spofford has fixed upon for his departure—I inclose herewith three letters from Genl. Cushing to personal friends in Cuba—Wishing for Genl. Spofford a safe passage & pleasant sojourn.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds with one small edge separation and brushing to ink in a couple words. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. One goal of the Pierce administration was to purchase Cuba from Spain, and the Ostend Manifesto was drafted in 1854 to describe the rationale. The plan came under attack for its advocacy of military intervention if Spain refused as well as its intention to make Cuba a ‘slave’ state. The public outcry forced Pierce to shelve his plans to annex Cuba and dealt a severe blow to his administration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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30. Franklin Pierce. Partly-

29. Franklin Pierce. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 14.75 x 17.75, July 24, 1856. President Pierce appoints John Pope as “a Captain in the Navy.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy James C. Dobbin. The orange seal affixed at the bottom remains intact. In very good condition. During the Civil War, Pope served in the Gulf Squadron commanding the USS Richmond. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

printed DS as president, signed “Franklin Pierce,” one page, 8 x 10.5, July 7, 1853.

President Pierce directs the “Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to the pardon granted to John Tarbutton.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Pierce. The second integral page is affixed to a slightly larger cardstock sheet. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light overall wrinkling. Seven days later Pierce opened the first World’s Fair held in the United States at the New York Crystal Palace. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Blamed for the “calamities of the Country” in 1863, Buchanan reflects on his legacy: “My country will ‘ere long do me justice” 31. James Buchanan. Civil War–dated ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.25 x 8, January 1, 1863.

Letter to Supreme Court Justice John Catron. In part: “Where & how is Mrs. Catron? Has she suffered much from the calamities of the Country?…My own health is good for a man of my years. I…would be happy were it not for the troubles of the Country. Although I have been much abused & chiefly by ingrates, yet I feel, nay I am convinced that my country will ‘ere long do me justice.

My fate has been peculiar. All former Presidents, from a principle of official honor & consistency, if not from attachment, upon their retirement, have found friends in the members of their Cabinet, who would sustain them against unjust attacks. Such has not been my experience. But I do not complain. With the help of God I trust I shall be able to sustain myself. But this ‘entre nous’…I wish you would tell me something about Mrs. Polk & Mary Marshall. Please to remember me kindly & respectfully to the Chief Justice & those of your associates on the Bench who were in office at the time of my retirement. I believe I have no acquaintance with any of the new-comers. I trust they are worthy of their high & most important position.” Includes the original free-franked mailing envelope, 5.25 x 3, addressed in Buchanan’s hand to “Mr. Justice Catron, of the Supreme Court, US, Washington City,” and franked in the upper right, “Free, James Buchanan.”

Intersecting folds with a few small edge separations and partial separation to adjoining fold, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, toning and chipping to edges, and ink a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Much of the public blamed Buchanan for not addressing the question of secession during his tenure in office. His inaction alienated both parties and turned public opinion against him—leading some to refer to the conflict as ‘Buchanan’s War’—and even his former cabinet members refused to defend him publicly. He dedicated much of the rest of his life attempting to exonerate his legacy, clinging to the the belief expressed here. Buchanan did not waver in his optimism, and even on his deathbed in 1868 he famously maintained that ‘history will vindicate my memory.’

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Lincoln-signed check from early 1860, three months before his Republican nomination 32. Abraham Lincoln. Highly

desirable Springfield Marine & Fire Insurance Company check, 7 x 2.25, filled out and signed by Lincoln, “A. Lincoln,” payable to Ruth, Matheny & Watson for $5, January 12, 1860.

Archivally cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Lincoln to an overall size of 14 x 17.25. In fine condition, with a cancellation cut above signature, punch hole to left edge, and a bit of scattered light soiling.

This check, drawn on the Springfield Marine and Fire Insurance Company, which had been founded by friends of Lincoln, was signed on quite the busy day for the future president. On January 12, Lincoln appeared before the Illinois Supreme Court to defend the Illinois Central Railroad against a lawsuit filed by the State of Illinois concerning the company’s failure to pay taxes in 1857. He also traded in his old buggy to a carriage maker and wrote a few checks, including the one offered here. A desirable item entirely in the hand of a man who’d soon become one of the nation’s greatest presidents. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

President Lincoln appoints a General of Volunteers, the eventual president of MIT 33. Abraham Lincoln. Civil War-dated DS as president, one page, 15 x 18, March 13, 1863. President Lincoln appoints Francis A. Walker as “Assistant Adjutant General of Volunteers with the rank of Major.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln, and countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Blue seal affixed to left side remains intact. Beautifully suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Lincoln and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 36 x 27.25. In fine condition.

Francis Amasa Walker was promoted assistant adjutant-general, with the rank of captain, Sept. 14, 1861, in Gen. D. N. Couch’s first division, 4th army corps; adjutant-general, with the rank of major, Aug. 11, 1862, and lieutenant-colonel on the staff of 2d army corps, Dec. 23, 1862, serving on the staffs of Generals Couch, Warren and Hancock. He was severely wounded by a shell at Chancellorsville, May 1, 1863; captured at Reams’ station, Aug. 25, 1864, and confined for a short time in Libby prison. He was brevetted colonel and brigadier-general, U. S. V., for ‘gallantry and good conduct,’ and mustered out of service, Jan. 12, 1865, on account of disability resulting from his imprisonment. He later was superintendent of the U. S. Census at 30, one of the first presidents of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), president of the American Statistical Association and the first president of the American Economic Association, (which, before the days of the Nobel Memorial prize, would award the “Walker Medal” to leading economists for lifetime achievements). Walker was also an economics professor at Yale and head of the statistical bureau of the U. S. Treasury. Oversized.

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Just five days before his assassination

34. Abraham Lincoln. Bold ink signature as president, “A. Lincoln, April 10, 1865,” on an off-white slip clipped from an endorsement (the body of the endorsement is in another hand) for the release of a prisoner upon taking the loyalty oath of December 8th. Beautifully cloth-matted and framed with a portrait and plaque to an overall size of 28.5 x 19. In fine condition.

On December 8, 1863, President Lincoln issued the Proclamation of Amnesty and Reconstruction, by which he offered full pardons to any participant in the rebellion who laid down his arms and swore a loyalty oath, agreeing to ‘faithfully support, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States, and the union of all the States there under.’ Lincoln signed this directive to release these men—Confederate soldiers held as prisoners of war—during a jubilant time in Washington, DC. The day before, on April 9, General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Grant at Appomattox Court House, and the streets flowed with gleeful revelers who eventually gathered in front of the White House in celebration. On April 10, the crowds serenaded President Lincoln throughout the day, to which he gratefully responded with brief statements on two different occasions, and promised to give a speech the next day—this would be his last public address. Later that week, Lincoln was shot at Ford’s Theatre and he passed away on April 15. Dating to a pivotal moment in American history, this is a significant and remarkable piece. Oversized.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

35. Abraham Lincoln. Unsigned handwrit-

ten document, one page, 7.75 x 3.25, May 26, 1854. Lincoln pens a promissory note on behalf of his client. In full: “One year after date I promise to pay John Villars seven hundred dollars, with interest at ten per cent per annum from date until paid, interest payable annually in advance, the first years interest being now paid; value received.” Signed at the conclusion

by Peter R. Leonard. In fine condition, with a partial separation to the lower fold passing through Leonard’s signature. Lincoln penned this document in the course of settling a case in which his client, John Villars, had sued Peter Leonard to collect on an earlier promissory note. Lincoln prepared four promissory notes for Leonard to sign, with this one one, marked “A” in the left margin, the first to become due. After Leonard failed to pay the first two notes, Villars sued to foreclose the mortgage. The court ruled in favor of Villars, and Leonard’s land was sold to satisfy the judgment; however, the decision was later overturned in the Illinois Supreme Court as the land sale had violated the rights of Leonard’s wife. A handsome example of Lincoln’s distinctive hand as he attempts to fairly resolve a complicated matter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Uncommon legal document bearing bold Lincoln silhouette 36. Abraham Lincoln. Original hand-drawn black ink silhouette

of Lincoln standing in a distinguished full-length profile pose with his hand in his jacket pocket, on the reverse of a legal document, one page, 8 x 13, February 14, 1806. Intersecting folds passing through the drawing, and a bit of show-through and dampstaining to top and bottom edges, otherwise fine condition. The document is from Elizabeth Town, Hardin County, Kentucky, and signed at the conclusion by Abisha Ashcraft. Lincoln was born in Hardin County, and lived there with his family until the age of eight. An anecdote about Lincoln and Abisha Ashcraft’s nephew, Jimmie, is related in 1921’s The Boyhood of Abraham Lincoln by J. Rogers Gore and Austin Gollaher. One day the young Ashcraft threw a stone at Lincoln’s dog, Honey, because ‘the dog’s ugly and I wanted to hear him holler.’ Lincoln responded by saying, ‘Well, I am ugly too. Next time you want to hit somebody ugly, hit me; I’ll know why you hit me; Honey doesn’t.’ A contest of strength ensued which Lincoln won, and Jimmie admitted defeat: ‘I can’t whip him and I won’t throw any more rocks at his dog.’ With this close personal association and the general rarity of full-figure silhouettes of Lincoln, this is a decidedly unique piece. Starting Bid $200

Scarce carte-de-visite of the seventeenth president

37. Andrew Johnson. Scarce 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite albumen portrait of Johnson in a bust-length profile pose, signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition, with the back layer of the card removed. Signed photos of Johnson remain especially scarce, with this example augmented by its uncharacteristic right-facing pose.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

38.

Andrew Johnson. Autograph

endorsement in pencil, signed as president, “A. J.,” one page, 3.75 x 8, [October 9, 1865]. President Johnson directs Secretary of War Stanton to pardon Riley Brown out of mercy for his father who has appeared on his son’s behalf. In part: “The father Riley B. applies in person for the pardon of his son who is an old man and presents many reasons for the release of his son and excites much sympathy. Therefore out of…mercy to an afflicted parent the pardon is granted.” Includes an executive memorandum in another hand noting that Private Riley Brown of the Ohio Volunteers was convicted of robbery and sentenced to two years in prison and a dishonorable discharge, dated October 9, 1865, on the reverse. In fine condition, with light show-through from toned adhesive to reverse near the top of the page. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Johnson military commission from early in his presidency 39. Andrew Johnson. Part-

ly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.75 x 17.5, May 23, 1865. President Johnson confers Harry C. Egbert to “the rank of Captain by Brevet… for gallant services at the battle of North Anna, Virginia.” Signed at the conclusion

by Johnson, and countersigned by Edwin M. Stanton as secretary of war. Blue paper seal affixed to upper left remains intact.

In very good to fine condition, with scattered overall light tonight and scuffing. Starting Bid $200

40. Andrew Johnson.

Scarce Civil War–dated early endorsement signature as president, “Andrew Johnson,” forwarding a letter to Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton on April 26, 1865, on the reverse of a letter to Stanton from Leopold Becker, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, April 23, 1865.

Becker’s letter, in full: “I have the pleasure to apply for a Clerkship in your Department, and enclose Testimonial herewith.”

In fine condition, with expected document wear.

Johnson had assumed the presidency only eleven days earlier upon the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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41. Andrew Johnson. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 18 x 11.5, June 26, 1866. President Jackson appoints Edward H. Shelley as “Deputy Postmaster at Rome, in the State of New York.”

Boldly signed at the conclusion by Johnson and countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward. The crisply embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light offset from the seal touching Johnson’s signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Choice Brady portrait of Lieutenant General Grant 42. U. S. Grant.

Exceptional Civil War–era 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Grant in uniform, boldly signed in the lower border in dark ink, “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen. U.S.A.” Published by E & H. T. Anthony from a Mathew Brady negative.

In fine condition.

Grant was promoted to lieutenant general by President Lincoln in March 1864 before being elevated to general in August 1866, dating this signature to that period. An ideal example of a Grant carte-de-visite from the Civil War period. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

The commander’s support for a volunteer wounded at Shiloh 43. U. S. Grant. Civil War–dated ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Maj. Gen.,” one page, lightlylined, 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.

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 $200

Detailed 1865 Soldier’s Monument membership 44. U. S. Grant.

Eye-catching DS, one page, 14 x 17, August 28, 1865.

Document bears several vignettes including Abraham Lincoln surrounded by clouds, rays of light, US flags, and six tattered banners, crowned by an eagle with a scroll in its beak.

Unissued Soldiers Monument Association membership, signed at the conclusion by Grant as the association’s president, and countersigned

by J. C. Smith. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and some light feathering to signature. The association is named in honor of Joseph Hamilton Daviess, a Kentucky lawyer, who had volunteered to serve in the Indiana militia in 1811. He was put in command of two companies of dragoons and all the cavalry in Governor William Henry Harrison’s army, and was mortally wounded on November 6, 1811, in the Battle of Tippecanoe. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

45. U. S. Grant.

Ink signature, “U. S. Grant, June 20th, 1884,” on an off-white 5 x 2.75 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

46. U. S. Grant. Manuscript

DS as president, one page, lightly-lined, 8.25 x 13.75, November 14, 1876. President Grant designates and retains E. R. Tinker as “Collector of Internal Revenue for the new district formed by uniting the Eighth and Tenth districts of Massachusetts.” Signed at the conclusion by Grant, and countersigned by Lot M. Morrill as the secretary of the treasury. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Even after the stress of war, Grant’s hair remains “without much sprinkling of grey” 47. U. S. Grant. ALS, one page both sides,

4.75 x 7.75, April 2, 1866. Letter to C. A. Eastman of San Francisco, in part: “This will introduce to you Col. John Riggin formerly of St. Louis and during the first two years of the rebellion a member of my staff. Col. Riggin visits California for the first time and if you treat him well, or he likes the country as well as I did, he may settle among you…

Of your old Pacific Coast acquaintances I know none here except Ingalls and myself.

Ingalls is well but a confirmed old bachelor with but little hair left on his head. My cappilary [sic] appendage still holds on without much sprinkling of grey among it as yet. It will soon be time however to expect a change to come over it.” Double-matted and framed with a copy of the front side of the page, the original mailing envelope, and two cartes-de-visite of Grant. In fine condition. Grant had been stationed in San Francisco at the height of the gold rush and was subsequently posted at Fort Humboldt. In addition to revealing Grant’s personality, this desirable letter boasts a fine association with the development of California; between 1847 and 1870, the population of San Francisco increased from 500 to 150,000. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

48. Rutherford B. Hayes. Choice partly-

printed vellum DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 15.75 x 19.75, February 9, 1880. President Hayes appoints John S. Newell as “a Lieutenant Commander in the Navy.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Richard W. Thompson. The blue seal affixed at the bottom remains crisp and fully intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. An extremely clean and appealing presidential document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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49. 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

Exceedingly scarce Garfield presidential appointment of a New York postmaster 50. James A. Garfield.

Extremely rare partly-printed DS as president, one page, 17 x 14, February 16, 1881. President Garfield appoints John A. Hubbard to the position of Postmaster of Lockport, New York. Signed at the conclusion in black ink

by Garfield, and countersigned

by Postmaster General Thomas L. James. Beautifully archivally double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 34 x 21. Intersecting folds, some light toning and mirroring of seal and ribbon to right side of document (a portion of which is over Garfield’s signature, but does not affect the clarity or legibility at all), and some scattered light creases, otherwise fine condition. The gold foil seal is toned with small tears at the top, and retains its original bright red ribbons.

Garfield died just 200 days into his presidency, but hit the ground running when it came to making a plethora of appointments. Mistakenly dated about three weeks before Garfield actually assumed the high office on March 4, 1881, this oversight was most likely a casualty of the hectic environment surrounding the rigors of political nominations and appointments. Interestingly enough, when Garfield took office, the Post Office Department was the largest department in the federal government—and highly prone to corruption—an embarrassment to both the president and his Republican Party. Documents signed by Garfield while in office are extremely rare, ranking second only to William Henry Harrison in scarcity. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

51. Chester A. Arthur. Partly-printed

DS as president, one page, 15 x 19, January 30, 1884. President Arthur appoints Robert H. Hall as “Major of the Twenty-second Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Arthur and countersigned by Secretary of War Robert Todd Lincoln. Framed to an overall size of 17 x 21. Intersecting storage folds (one horizontal fold touching the upper tips of the signature), scattered soiling, and a restored lower right corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

52. Chester A. Arthur. Partly-printed DS as president, one page,

20.75 x 15.75, March 3, 1883. President Arthur appoints William J. Malone as “Collector of Customs for the District of Petersburgh, in the State of Virginia.” Signed at the conclusion by Arthur, and countersigned

by H. F. French as acting secretary of the treasury. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“The next House should be Democratic” 53. Grover Cleveland. ALS, one page both sides, 4.25 x 6.75,

Gray Gables, Buzzards Bay letterhead, August 17, 1902. Letter to E. A. MacMillan, in part: “Any political utterance of mine seems to be treated as a Signal for all sorts of protests from certain so-called Democratic quarters. I think therefore it is better to relieve me from an expression in detail of the reasons occurring to me why the next Congress should be Democratic. If by Democratic is meant a condition which shall be honesty truly of the old sort…the next House should be Democratic.”

In very good condition, with vertical and horizontal folds (a vertical fold passing through a single letter of the surname), a tear to lower portion of body, and light toning around signature from previous display.

Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Magnificent election-year portrait

55.

Benjamin Harrison. Partly-printed

vellum DS as president, signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 15.5 x 19.25, February 18, 1891. President Harrison appoints Benjamin Alvord as “First Lieutenant of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Harrison and countersigned by Secretary of War Redfield Proctor. The blue seal affixed to the lower left remains intact with dings to a few points. In fine condition, with intersecting storage folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

56. William McKinley.

54. Benjamin Harrison. Scarce oversized 7.5 x 13 mounted albumen photo of Harrison taken by George Prince in 1888, boldly signed on the mount in ink, “Benj. Harrison.” In fine condition, with some subtle embellishments to Harrison’s hair. Three weeks after Harrison was elected president in November 1888, the Washington Post reported that local photographer George Prince, whose studio was on the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and 11th Street, had gone to Indianapolis and ‘made a large photograph of General Harrison.’

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Exceptional matte-finish 3.75 x 5.5 profile portrait of McKinley

by C. Parker of Washington, D.C., affixed to its original photographer’s mount, signed on the mount in black ink. In very good to fine condition, with light scuffing to the image, a crease to lower left corner of the mount, and some light staining to the mount. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon Naval appointment from the 25th president 57. William McKinley. Partly-

printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19, May 4, 1898. President McKinley appoints John M. Poyer as “a Lieutenant in the Navy from the 8th day of April 1898 in the service of the United States.”

Signed at the conclusion by McKinley, and countersigned

by Secretary of the Navy John D. Long. Embossed blue seal affixed to lower center remains intact. In fine condition, with light overall rippling and slight brushing to McKinley’s first name. Poyer rose to the position of Naval commander, and later served as governor of American Samoa from 1915 to 1919. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Brilliant, boldly signed portrait 58. Theodore Roosevelt. Oval

matte-finish 6 x 8 portrait of the president taken in 1904 by George Prince, affixed to a 10.25 x 13.25 mount, signed and inscribed as president on the mount in black ink, “To Augustus W. Bennett, with the regards of Theodore Roosevelt, Feb 26th 1909.” In very good condition, with moderate to heavy overall toning and adhesive remnants to the top edge from previous display, a few dings to the upper right side of the mount, the last letter of the recipient’s name very faded, and slight flaking to ink in the date. This dates to Roosevelt’s final week as president, with William Howard Taft taking over the White House as his successor on March 4, 1909. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Teddy advocates a newly formed spy agency as the US enters WWI 59. Theodore Roosevelt. ALS, three pages,

5.5 x 7.5, Sagamore Hill letterhead, August 12, 1917. Letter to Ralph Henry Van Deman, often called the ‘Father of American Military Intelligence,’ in part: “I know Roger…I am an old family friend; I vouch for him unhesitatingly. He is of Princeton, ‘13…I am very glad to learn that he is to be in the political branch of the intelligence service.

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

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60. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as president,

one page, 7 x 9.25, White House letterhead, June 1, 1903. Letter to author Andy Adams, written from Cheyenne, Wyoming. In full: “I learn that your book is on my car at the depot.

I look forward to reading it with a great deal of pleasure as it deals with a life in which I am greatly interested.” In fine condition, with the signature a shade light.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Roosevelt was in Wyoming as part of a whirlwind tour through the American West, during which he visited twenty-five states and gave over 250 speeches.

Included on the journey were visits to Yosemite with John Muir and Yellowstone with John Burroughs. He was in Cheyenne to give an address at the University of Wyoming. The book he refers to in this letter is most likely The Log of a Cowboy, which Adams published in 1903. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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

White House letterhead, April 16, 1908. Letter to Samuel W. Meek, business manager of The Washington Herald, in full: “This is a very nice letter of yours, and I thank you. I wish Congress felt your way!”

Trivial soiling and some slight haloing and feathering to signature, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Commission for a first lieutenant in the Philippine Scouts 62. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21 x 16, July 1, 1905.

President Roosevelt appoints John H. Neff as “First Lieutenant in the Philippine Scouts, in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt, and countersigned

by Robert Shaw Oliver as acting secretary of war. Embossed blue seal affixed to lower left remains intact. In fine condition. The Philippine Scouts were native Filipinos who served in the US Army’s Philippine Department beginning in 1901 and throughout World War II. These troops were generally enlisted and under the command of American officers, however, a handful of Filipinos received commissions from the United States Military Academy.

The first Scout companies were organized to combat insurgents and bandit groups in the Philippine Islands. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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63. Theodore Roosevelt.

Partly-printed vellum DS, one page, 15.5 x 19.25, July 20, 1906. President Roosevelt appoints Rufus Zogbaum, junior as “Lieutenant in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion

by Roosevelt, and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Charles J. Bonaparte. Blue seal affixed to lower portion remains intact but creased. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, and moderately heavy overall wrinkling. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

65. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one page,

21 x 16, December 17, 1901. President Roosevelt appoints Percival G. Remick as “Collector of Internal Revenue for the Fifth District of Illinois.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by President Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury Lyman J. Gage. The blue seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, and a block of toning over the left third of the document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

President Roosevelt appoints a female postmaster in Tombstone

64. Theodore Roosevelt. Desirable partly-printed DS as president, one page, 17.25 x 14, March 31, 1902. President Roosevelt appoints Laura G. Crable as “Postmaster at Tombstone in the County of Cochise, Arizona Territory.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt, and countersigned by Postmaster General Henry C. Payne. Embossed gold foil seal and red ribbons affixed to lower left remain intact. In fine condition, with backing to frame partially separated. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

66. William H. Taft. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed

“Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 15.75 x 19.25, December 21, 1910. President Taft appoints Edmund S. Root as “Lieutenant junior grade in the Navy…in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion

by Taft, and countersigned by Acting Secretary of the Navy Beekman Winthrop. Embossed blue seal affixed to lower center remains intact.

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

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“In respect to the threatened transfer of votes from me to Wilson, you are arguing the wrong angle, old man”

67. William H. Taft. Collection of seven TLSs by Taft, six signed “Wm. H. Taft” and one signed “Wm. H. T.,” totaling eleven pages, dated from

1908 to 1915. Six are to Clarence H. Kelsey, Taft’s friend and Yale classmate, including two written as president on White House letterhead.

One of these, October 3, 1912, in part: “I note what you say about politics. In respect to the threatened transfer of votes from me to Wilson, you are arguing the wrong angle, old man. Roosevelt is clearly out of the running, and your argument should be not that Wilson does not need any Taft votes in order to beat Roosevelt, but that by going from me to Wilson to escape Roosevelt they will only make sure of getting Roosevelt in 1916. For in just the degree that the gap between me and Roosevelt is lessened, will the moral effect of his candidacy be strengthened, and if we run nearly equal or he runs ahead of me, he will be the logical man to oppose Wilson or the Democratic nominee in 1916.” He continues discussing the subject just before the election on October 21, 1916, in part: “The Democrats are very hopeful, largely because Wilson and Tumulty could not conceive of any situation in which the perfect Wilson would not be approved. He has been successful in politics ever since he began, and he can not understand any other result than the approval of the people of his chameleon character. You are quite right to base your judgment on the law of averages. You are quite right to look at the election from the standpoint of two months ago rather than from the boiling of the pot in the fervor of the campaign. Of course we may have an ugly surprise, but it will be a surprise.” He goes on to discuss the secretive Yale Skull and Bones Society. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by one unsigned typed letter and a 1980 New York Times newspaper clipping about the sale of the Kelsey letters. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The League of Nations and Monroe Doctrine 68. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm.

H. Taft,” three pages, 8 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 10, 1919. Letter to newspaper correspondent Gus J. Karger concerning negotiations over the League of Nations, in part: “I enclose herewith a copy of some tentative reservations and interpretations which, it seems to me, might be made without affecting the usefulness of the League, and without really raising the opposition or delaying the general settlement of peace terms…I had a letter from McCumber that gave me a little qualm. He seems to be willing as a last resort to strike out the word ‘preserve’ and retain only the word ‘respect’ in Article X, which of course would largely destroy the effect of the article as an affirmative and useful and threatening declaration. It is the threat of Article X that is going to be effective, and the more you weaken it, the less useful the League becomes…In respect to the Monroe Doctrine. It seems to me to cover every part of the Monroe Doctrine that we have any right to claim, and it excludes non-American nations from any interference in this hemisphere to enforce Article X unless we choose to invite them in. The attitude of Lodge and Spencer, and even of Root, that we can not define the Monroe Doctrine, because we intend to make it as broad as we choose in exclusion of non-American nations from any relation at all with the western hemisphere, is German, is domineering, is bullying, is offensive, and is wholly unwarranted by any precedent.” Taft makes a few handwritten emendations to the text, and also writes “Confidential” at the top of the first page. In very good to fine condition, with rusty paper clip impressions to top corner of each page. Accompanied by a carbon copy typescript explaining Taft’s reservations. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Unusual 1898 Taft letter relating to “the students in our Law School who desire to apply for examination” 69. William H. Taft.

TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” three pages, 8.5 x 11, The Law Department of the University of Cincinnati letterhead, May 5, 1898.

Letter to Josiah B. Allen, in part: “In accordance with your request I send you by the Adams Express a package containing the certificates of the students in our Law School who desire to apply for examination upon the 7th. of June and a list of whom is given below…The certificates which I send you vary somewhat. Some of them are for study during three school years, others for study during two school years and others for study during one school year. Of course, those who have studied only one or two years in the school have either filled additional certificates which accompany my certificate or they have already filled them in your office. Some of them are included in certificates, which I sent to you in March, of the time when the students began the study of law.” The aforementioned student list concludes the letter, with Taft adding a brief postscript regarding an additional certificate. Taft makes a few handwritten emendations and notations in ink, adding x’s or check marks to the left of each student’s name. Pencil notations accomplished in another hand. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and light creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

70. Woodrow Wilson. TLS as president, two pages on two adjoin-

ing sheets, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, April 9, 1917. Letter to Reverend L. D. Wishard, in part: “Your letter…has brought back many memories to me…I do not think it would be wise for me to adopt your suggestion about promoting the effort to obtain an endowment for the colleges you speak of, strongly as my heart would dictate an acquiescence in it, because…it would be impossible after that to make distinction between one cause and another which would desire the same sort of encouragement and assistance.” In fine condition, with a couple spots of light soiling. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

71. Woodrow Wilson. Collection of three TLSs as governor of New Jersey, each one page, 8 x 9.75, dated 1912–1913. Two feature nearly identical text despite being written to different people, personal letterhead, dated December 20, 1912, and January 30, 1913, offering assurances that “the suggestion you make will be most carefully considered and wish to thank you for making it.” The third is a response to an autograph request, State of New Jersey Executive Department letterhead, also dated January 30, 1913. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by an additional typed letter bearing a stamped signature.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Massive Harris & Ewing Portrait

74. Woodrow Wilson. TLS, one

page, 6 x 7.75, Princeton University letterhead, October 12, 1909.

Letter to James P. Munroe, declining an invitation. In part: “I esteem it a real compliment that you should desire me to speak before the Reform and City Clubs…Unhappily…my autumn is crowded with engagements which leave barely space enough between them for the performance of my duties at home.” In fine condition. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

72. Woodrow Wilson. Oversized vintage matte-finish 20.25 x

24 portrait of Wilson by Harris & Ewing of Washington, D.C., affixed to its original photography mount, signed in the lower border of the mount in fountain pen. In very good condition, with chipping, soiling, and small tears to the border, and scratches to the facial area of the image. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

73. Woodrow Wilson. TLS, one

page, 6 x 8.25, Princeton University letterhead, September 15, 1908.

Introduction letter for Ohio Wesleyan University Professor Robert Irving Fulton, in part: “Professor Fulton has made himself a real master in the field in which he has undertaken instruction, and has added to knowledge a sort of inspiration which has given him a very unusual influence among his pupils and among all who have had the pleasure of coming in contact with him.” Slight scattered soiling and a light rusty paperclip mark to left edge, otherwise fine condition; the signature remains exceptionally bold and crisp. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Wilson reappoints a Philippine Scout 75. Woodrow Wi l s o n . U n -

common partlyprinted vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.5, September 15, 1916. President Wilson reappoints John H. Neff as “Captain in the Philippine Scouts in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion

by Wilson, and countersigned by William Moulton Ingraham as acting secretary of war. Crisply embossed blue paper seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. In fine condition. The Philippine Scouts were native Filipinos who served in the US Army’s Philippine Department beginning in 1901 and through World War II. These troops were generally enlisted and under the command of American officers, however, a handful of Filipinos received commissions from the United States Military Academy. The first Scout companies were organized to combat insurgents and bandit groups in the Philippine Islands. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Harding avoids an impractical education commission 76. Warren G. Harding. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead,

August 18, 1921. Letter to Charles C. Fisher, in part: “The suggestion you make respecting the educational investigation is one very much worth while, but I do not think it would be practical to venture upon such an undertaking at the present time. We are in the process of reorganization of some of the departments and I have a good many crossed wires with the departments among the educational leaders. I would not want to submit myself to any possible criticism on their part. I could name Hope for such a commission without invoking criticism, but I could not do as much for my sister without setting a great many tongues to wagging in an unfriendly way. Later on perhaps the suggestion will be entirely practical and wholly desirable to carry out…it would be a great pleasure to consider Hope in such a collection and I would have every confidence that she would render a great service. She is a very bright, capable and wholly sensible young woman.” Archivally repaired central horizontal tear extending the full width of the letter, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

77. Warren G. Harding. TLS as senator signed “W. G. Harding,” two pages, 8.25 x

11, Senate Chamber, General Assembly of Ohio letterhead, February 25, 1902. Letter to Charles C. Fisher, in part: “Yours of the 23rd instant with reference to the ‘Patterson’ Bill came duly to hand…The corrections to which you make reference, had already been made in considering the Bill in Committee…The Bill will be reported today and recommended for passage. I am deeply grateful to you for the trouble you have taken to make suggestions. I am also in receipt of your notes on the ‘Willis’ Bill and beg to thank you very sincerely for the trouble you have taken to assist in enlightening me on so important a measure. You have cleared up some doubt in my mind concerning the constitutionality of the measure which no one else had been so successful in clearing away. I shall follow some of the suggestion you make and endeavor to more fully enlighten myself. When I contemplate your ready grasp of several of the important features of such a measure, I marvel that our people should send such a ‘duffer’ as myself to the General Assembly, when men of your ability are available…Mrs. Harding joins me in sincerely hoping you can arrange to make the Washington trip with us…if you really think you would find pleasure in making the trip, we will adjust our dates to suit you.” Harding makes a pair of handwritten emendations to the text. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the first initial of the signature).

Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

78. Warren G. Harding. Partly-printed vel-

lum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.25, August 16, 1922. President Harding appoints Benjamin Alvord as “Assistant The Adjutant General, with the rank of Brigadier General for the period of four years beginning August 16, 1922 in the Regular Army of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Harding and countersigned by Secretary of War John W. Weeks. The blue seal affixed to the lower left is creased but fully intact. In fine condition, with slight creasing and scattered soiling. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Hoover’s critique of “all the New Deal activities” 79. Herbert Hoover. TLS, two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August

23, 1934. Letter to Nebraska Republican politician Robert G. Simmons, in part: “I was delighted to see the Nebraska result. I would like to know what interpretation the primaries permit in respect to your chances. The Bryan vote (some of it) ought to go to you. I suppose Smith supported the New Deal, and some of his vote will go to your opponent…The continuation of AAA restrictions on the farmer’s liberty of action after the Almighty has removed the surplus would seem to me to disturb the farmer’s mind. If they would take off the NRA so that the farmer could buy things at reasonable prices and let him have a free market for his own produce, he would, so far as he has anything to sell, be much better off. In any event, the farmer ought to wish he had those pigs back. I am afraid, however, that with all the New Deal activities they have subsidized about 80% of the people of Nebraska directly and indirectly and you may have a hard time.” Hoover also pens a note in the margin, “Also how about maintaining a 30% tax on food in the presence of famine?” In fine condition. Excellent political content offering Hoover’s opinion of FDR’s New Deal policies as well as his adherence to free market principles. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

FDR on his pre-inauguration tradition at St. John’s Church— “I think this is a custom that should be kept up” 80. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS

as president, one page, 6.25 x 8.75, White House letterhead, February 28, 1938. Letter to Sanford Bates, the first Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, in part: “I believe we all began our work with greater confidence on March 4, 1933, as a result of the private service which a group of us attended at St. John’s Church…We have, as you know, continued to keep the anniversary with a short service in each recurring year since the Administration assumed responsibility. I think this is a custom that should be kept up and I hope you and Mrs. Bates can be with us at St. John’s next Friday.” Upper right corner bears a “Contents Noted” stamp. In fine condition, with trivial soiling. Only hours before Roosevelt’s first inauguration ceremony, the president-elect and his wife attended church service at St. John’s Episcopal Church on the morning of March 4, 1933. Over the course of his next three elections, Roosevelt made it a tradition to attend service at the church, and subsequently inspired each successive US president to do the same. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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81. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as president,

one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, May 15, 1935. Letter to Postmaster General James A. Farley. In part: “I am returning herewith your report and recommendations on the air mail contracts of Pan American Airways, Inc. and Pan AmericanGrace Airways, Inc. with the suggestion that you hold these reports until you have completed the surveys of the lines and operations or these two contractors, which surveys, I note from your report, are now in progress…It would appear wise to consider any desired modifications of the contracts at the same time that any material revisions of service are considered.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a retained carbon copy of Farley’s response.

An interesting association with the postal service as FDR was a well-known philatelist. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Distinguished Harris & Ewing portrait 82. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Vintage matte-finish 8.25 x 11 portrait of Roosevelt by Harris & Ewing, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “For Lt. Commander William H. Watson U.S.N. to replace the one that was lost…from his friend, Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 15.75 x 20. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

83. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

TLS as president, one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, March 14, 1936. Letter to Rexford G. Tugwell, director of the Resettlement Administration.

In part: “I transferred to your Administration certain funds… for carrying out the provisions of Section 208 of Title II of the National Industrial Recovery Act. Included in the funds so transferred was $10,000,000, which on December 29, 1934 I had requested the Secretary of the Interior to place in reserve.

It is now requested that you immediately make these reserved funds available for transfer to the credit of the appropriation made in the Emergency Relief Appropriation Act of 1935.”

In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one horizontal fold passing through the signature), overall wrinkling, scattered soiling, office stamps and notations, and various tack and staple holes to the top. Accompanied by a retained carbon copy of the response, stating that the funds have been transferred. The specific legislation mentioned here, Section 208 of Title II, authorized the president to expend up to $25,000,000 to purchase farms for the relocation of individuals then living in overcrowded urban areas. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Desirable handwritten FDR letter

84. Franklin D. Roosevelt. ALS, one page, 7 x 9.25, Assistant Secretary of the Navy letterhead, August 12, 1914. Brief letter to A. R. Parshley, in full: “I take pleasure in complying with your request.” In fine condition. An attractively penned letter from FDR, who remains scarce in such a format.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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87. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, one

85. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 20 x 16, November 6, 1933. President Roosevelt appoints Alfred A. Cohn as “Collector of Customs for Customs Collection District No. 27.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt, and countersigned by Dean Acheson as acting secretary of the treasury. Embossed gold seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. In fine condition, with thin toning along extreme edges. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Candid campaign speech in 1936

86. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Uncommon glossy 10 x 8 photo of FDR giving a campaign speech in Harrisburg on October 29, 1936, signed in fountain pen by the president, “Franklin D. Roosevelt,” and by the governor of Pennsylvania, “George H. Earle.” In fine condition, with a diagonal crease to lower right passing through the end of the signature. Roosevelt would win the 1936 election in a landslide just five days later, winning every state but Vermont and Maine. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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page, 7.75 x 10.25, Navy Department letterhead, October 2, 1919. Letter to Ella S. Hudson, in full, “I beg to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of recent date in regard to the transfer of Ensign Alan Hudson, to the Receiving Ship at Boston. In reply, I have to state, that Ensign Hudson has been ordered to the Receiving Ship at Boston, for temporary duty on board.” Framed and in very good condition, with intersecting folds (one through a single letter of signature), a couple small stamps and notations, staple holes to top, and scattered toning.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“I have asked these friends not to put me in the position of seeming to challenge the favorite son” 88. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, one

page, 8 x 10.5, State of New York letterhead, April 21, 1932. Letter to Mr. J. Straith Briscoe, in full: “It is very good of you to write me as you do and I appreciate both your personal approval and your desire to work actively on my behalf in your own state. I know that I have many warm friends in Maryland and am delighted to find that I number you among them. However, I have asked these friends not to put me in the position of seeming to challenge the favorite son of their fellow citizens in his own territory. I am sure you will understand my reluctance to permit an organized campaign on my behalf. However, since you are interested both in my past record and in my general policies, I am enclosing some pamphlets which will further inform you on these points. If you wish copies for distribution to your own personal circle of acquaintance, I shall be glad to see that they are sent you. Naturally, it is gratifying that a man of your caliber and standing is willing to devote his personal efforts to further my political future.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

FDR seeks funds to support the Democratic treasury 89. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 8 x 10.25, The Assistant Secretary of the Navy letterhead, May 27, 1920. Letter to William H. Kelley, in part: “I attended a conference of a number of Democrats from all over the country at the Democratic National Committee, at which the question came up of raising a comparatively small amount to see the party treasury through the pre-Convention expenses. It was felt that the organization should be turned over entirely free of obligations. I undertook at this meeting to raise about $10,000 in up-state New York, and I can see no way of doing so except by writing to about twenty prominent up-State Democrats to help me in carrying this through. I am, therefore, asking you quite frankly as one of the twenty to make a real effort in your locality to raise a minimum of $500.” Roosevelt adds “Personal” and the salutation in his own hand. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

90. Harry S. Truman. Partly-

printed DS as president, one page, 20 x 16.25, March 5, 1948.

President Truman appoints Leslie E. Given as “Attorney of the United States in and for the Southern District of West Virginia.” Signed at the conclusion by Truman, and countersigned by Thomas C. Clark as attorney general. Embossed gold seal affixed to lower left remains intact. In fine condition, with areas of scattered light toning. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“I am awfully glad you liked my Inaugural Address” 91. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS

as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, February 1, 1937. Letter to Nelson C. Brown, in full: “Thank you very much for your good letter of January twentieth. I am awfully glad you liked my Inaugural Address. That is good news about the trees, and I hope that I shall have an opportunity to look them over before long.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

92. Harry S. Truman. Sou-

venir typescript of a portion of Truman’s press release issued after the first atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, one page, 7 x 7.75, signed and inscribed at the bottom in black ink, “To Arthur C. Schofield, good luck from, Harry S. Truman.” In part: “Sixteen hours ago an American airplane dropped one bomb on Hiroshima, an important Japanese Army base. That bomb had more than 20,000 tons of T.N.T. It had more than two thousand times the blast power of the British ‘Grand Slam’ which is the largest bomb ever yet used in the history of warfare…It is an atomic bomb. It is a harnessing of the basic power of the universe. The force from which the sun draws its power has been loosed against those who brought war to the Far East.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare original Middle East–related White House document—the ‘Eisenhower Doctrine’

93. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Exceedingly rare TMS, thirteen pages, 8.25 x 13.25, January 5, 1957. An original White House 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 addition to speech copies for the vice president and speaker of the House, signed manuscripts were also given to the Congressional Roll Call office for their records. 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. The consignor notes that this item was signed for, and acquired directly from, a Roll Call Senior Official (who worked under Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson), and that this copy of the speech was required for his records.

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’s limited edition WWII memoir, featuring his signed D-Day order

94. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Signed book: Crusade in Europe.

First edition, limited issue, numbered 299/1426. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1948. Hardcover with slipcase and original acetate jacket, 7 x 10, 559 pages. Signed in fountain pen on a special prefatory page reproducing Eisenhower’s ‘Order of the Day’ on D-Day, “Dwight D. Eisenhower.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None, in a VG slipcase. A highly sought-after volume. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

95. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as presi-

dent, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, February 26, 1953. Letter to Congressman Charles R. Howell concerning a visit from a blind girl, in full: “I appreciate your letter on behalf of the Misses Carson whose appealing request touches me deeply. Although I cannot schedule a visit with them for the evenings of April twenty-third or twenty-forth [sic], I would like to see them during the day of April twenty-forth. The details of this arrangement will be made verbally with you. For reasons which I think are obvious, I must ask that this meeting be kept as unpublicized as possible, and on this I am confident of your and these young ladies’ full cooperation. I am grateful to you for bringing this correspondence to my personal attention.” In fine condition, with trivial soiling. Accompanied by a packet of copied letters, the correspondence referenced by Eisenhower.

Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Distinguished portrait of the five-star general and future president 96. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.5 Bachrach portrait photo of General Eisenhower in his uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Dr. Henry Sage Dunning, a veteran of World War I, and a distinguished member of Columbia’s family, with admiration and affectionate regard, Dwight D. Eisenhower.” Appealingly double-matted and framed. In fine condition, with slight skipping of ink to a couple of letters in “Eisenhower.”

Dunning, an oral surgeon, was a member of the committee appointed by President Nicholas Murray Butler in 1916 to deliberate the idea of founding a dental school at Columbia University. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Dwight D. Eisenhower. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 20 x 16, July 17, 1956. President Eisenhower appoints Godfrey L. Munter as “Associate Judge of the Municipal Court for the District of Columbia, Domestic Relations Branch.” Signed at the conclusion by Eisenhower, and countersigned

by Herbert Brownell, Jr., as attorney general. Embossed gold seal affixed to lower left remains intact. In fine condition. Accompanied by a court of clams admittance document for Munter, as well as a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Ike appoints an ambassador to Libya 99. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Partly-printed DS as president, one

page, 15.5 x 11.75, February 5, 1958. President Eisenhower appoints John Wesley Jones, of Iowa, as “Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the United Kingdom of Libya.” Signed at the conclusion by Eisenhower, and countersigned

by John Foster Dulles as secretary of state. The white paper seal affixed to lower left remains intact. Framed and in fine condition, with the signatures slightly faded. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Appointing an ambassador to Peru 100. John F. Kennedy. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15 x 11.25, November 29, 1962. President Kennedy appoints J. Wesley Jones, of Iowa, as “Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Peru.” Signed at the conclusion by Kennedy, and countersigned by Dean Rusk as the secretary of state. Embossed tan paper seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. Archivally cloth-matted and framed with a handsome portrait of Kennedy and an engraved nameplate to an overall size of 32.5 x 19.25. In fine condition. In an effort stave off communism in Latin America, Kennedy’s Alliance for Progress initiative organized aid programs and social reforms that would send both financial and agricultural support to many Latin American states. The subsequent creation of the Peace Corps would likewise send waves of young teachers and community builders to assist in the development. John Wesley Jones worked for over 42 years in the Foreign Service, most notably as an ambassador to Libya and Peru. Kennedy likely selected Jones due to the latter’s experience as a stationed political officer in communist China. His position in Lima would ultimately be his last foreign assignment. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Early draft of a 1959 pre-campaign speech by JFK

101. John F. Kennedy. Desirable hand-corrected typed manuscript draft, ten pages, 8 x 10.5, for an address given at a 1959 Democratic Party dinner. Kennedy makes numerous corrections and additions throughout in black ballpoint, most significantly on the first and sixth pages.

Most of his notes are brief, with a handful of the more legible phrases including “Young Democrats,” “the Senate Committee,” and “the KennedyErvin Bill.” He also crosses out numerous lines, including a potentially controversial sentence about Andrew Jackson’s relations with Native Americans. Also bears several notes in another hand in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with scattered occasional staining.

Kennedy’s announcement to run for president in January 1960 was hardly a surprise to party insiders who had observed the dapper Bay State senator during his three years of ‘informal campaigning.’ As such, 1959 proved a decidedly hectic year for JFK. During his late pre-campaign push, Kennedy held public events on a daily basis, often multiple times a day, with this speech serving as an early foundational template. After fashioning each oration to the particular host city or state, Kennedy faithfully expounded on four major issues—the well-being of senior citizens, the urgent call for labor management reform, the encroachment of communism and the Soviet Union, and the need for effective and innovative ideas from the American public. An intriguing piece of political discourse from the very time period Kennedy began his official run for the presidency. Starting Bid $300

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“I regret that I cannot be of greater help to you” 102. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “John Kennedy,” one page, 8

x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, February 19, 1953. Letter to Robert B. Marco, in part: “I am enclosing, for your further information, a copy of a letter I have received from Mr. William C. Hull, Executive Assistant, Civil Service Commission, regarding your desire to secure a position in the Postal Transportation Service. I am very sorry his reply is not more favorable at this time.” In a handwritten note below, Kennedy apologizes again: “I regret that I cannot be of greater help to you.”

Framed and in fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

JFK’s notes on a Senate report 103. John F. Kennedy. Un-

signed handwritten notes on an 8 x 10.25 lightly-lined sheet of United States Senate letterhead. Kennedy has penned the notes while reading an unknown report, writing the page number to the left and adding his comments to the right. Notes read, in part: “108 Do we want—‘not increases, proportionately’ / 109 ‘is’ should be ‘are’ / 112…Which are employers to…wishes…away etc,’ Difficulty is that P.R. is…hard to oppose them without looking…important / 113. Would not this be awfully small / 114. Are we sure of these examples. Pittsfield plant—not being transferred I do not believe. Supposed to be additional capacity at least for emergency. Will be hurtful later.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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104. 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 green 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.

In fine condition, with moderate contrast to the somewhat light signature.

Consignor notes that the flyer was signed on April 2, 1960, the day Kennedy spoke at a campaign rally before the Wisconsin Association of Student Councils.

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105. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed

“Jackie,” one page both sides, 5 x 3.5, blackbordered personal letterhead, October 8, 1965. Letter to the wife of John F. Kennedy’s Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara, in full: “Thank you for the beautiful flowers you sent after the party and for your sweet and kind letter. You are right, it is better if you come up here but I so appreciate what you said. I must think of all sorts of occasions to lure you up again this winter—what about a farewell ball for Bob on the deck of the last scow in the Brooklyn Navy Yard?” In fine condition, with the pencil date added in Robert McNamara’s hand. Letter originates from the estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

106. Lyndon B. Johnson. Rare ANS as president on an official 4 x 2.25 card embossed with the presidential seal, no date. Note to Robert Perry in Bethesda Naval Hospital. In full: “To Bob—Sorry to hear of your going in the hospital! Take care—get well—Hurry back—Our best always, Lyndon B. Johnson.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the official White House transmittal slip addressed in type to Perry at the hospital as well as the original envelope for the card bearing the same embossed presidential seal on the flap. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

LBJ lauds a governor’s push to galvanize civil rights in Connecticut 107. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, March 14, 1967. Letter to Connecticut Governor John Dempsey, in full: “I am happy to learn of the Connecticut Conference on Human Rights and Opportunities which you have called. We received many valuable insights from the White House Conference, ‘To Fulfill These Rights,’ held in Washington last June. Some of these recommendations have been incorporated into my legislative program. One of the points which the Council to the Conference and the Conferees stressed was the deep need for strong and affirmative governmental action on the State and local levels. Your calling of this important meeting is in keeping with this recommendation. Connecticut has a continuing record of achievement in the field of human rights. I know that your Conference will affirm your past efforts, and point the way to new accomplishments. Please convey my best wishes to all of your participants. I know that the insights which you gain will do so much to strengthen the lives of all the citizens of Connecticut. Your initiative will serve as a strong example for the other States.” In fine condition, with a postmark in the upper left corner.

In late March 1967, two years after President Johnson laid the framework for affirmative action with a rousing discourse against racial inequality and social injustice at Howard University on June 4, 1965, Dempsey organized a similar convention that would initiate a state-level human rights movement. Intent on ‘mobilizing the public and private sectors to translate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s ‘Dream’ into a reality,’ the Governor’s Conference on Human Rights and Opportunities marked the nation’s first statewide conference called by a governor to prepare specific action proposals on the subject. An exceptional letter associated with one of the cornerstones of Johnson’s presidential legacy—the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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President Nixon thanks an “old and trusted friend” for his “letter of support on Vietnam” 108. Richard Nixon. TLS

as president signed “RN,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, January 23, 1973. Letter to James S. Copley, chairman of Copley Newspapers, in full: “I want you to know how much I appreciated your December 29 letter of support on Vietnam. I am confident we are pursuing the right course to bring an honorable peace as soon as possible, and it means a great deal to have the backing of an old and trusted friend in these decisions. Herb Klein tells me you have been in the hospital. You are a great fighter and I’ll look forward to hearing the welcome news that you are back at home. Pat joins me in sending regards to Helen and you.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce 1975 autograph letter from the nominee-to-be 109. Jimmy Carter.

ALS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, June 11, 1975. Letter to the “Democrats of Darien,” in part: “Best wishes to you & your fundraising efforts. As a candidate for President I know how important help from friends & supporters can be. When I am the nominee next year we can help each other.” In very fine condition. This letter shows Carter’s confidence on the campaign trail and his great appreciation of early supporters. Carter is very scarce in autograph letters, especially with such excellent political content. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Reagan on global hunger—“We all have a role to play and a responsibility to assist those in need” 110. Ronald Reagan. TLS as president, two pages, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, November 15, 1985. Letter to David L. Tank, in part: “I am pleased that young people are concerned about hunger. World hunger reflects several complicated issues which concerned citizens must learn more about at every opportunity.

Hunger is an economic problem: when people are poor they cannot buy or grow enough food. Hunger is also a social problem: in every society some people have more than others and sometimes better-off people are willing to share or to help those who are hungry.

Politics and economic policies are related to the social and economic causes of hunger: sometimes socialist systems of government try to control prices and marketing systems, and offer low prices so that their urban elites can benefit from cheap food, with the result that farmers lose the incentive to grow enough food. Drought and inadequate control over water resources are also associated with hunger…After learning the facts, the challenge is to discuss these with friends, parents, teachers and others to help expand and deepen understanding…I am greatly encouraged that more young people are expressing concern and interest in making contributions to helping hungry people around the world. We all have a role to play and a responsibility to assist those in need whether they be here at home or halfway around the world.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and additional documentation related to Lutheran Youth & World Hunger, including a newsletter which illustrates this letter.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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To a soon-to-be imprisoned congressman— “We are a better and stronger Nation for your dedication and hard work” 111. George W. Bush. TLS

as president, one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, March 15, 2004. Letter to Ohioan congressman Robert Ney, in full: “Thank you for your service to America as part of the House Republican Whip Organization for the 107th Congress.

We are a better and stronger Nation for your dedication and hard work in Congress.” In very fine condition. In 2007, Ney was convicted of corruption charges and served seventeen months in prison for his part in the Jack Abramoff Indian lobbying scandal.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Obama invites his grandmother to his senatorial induction ceremony

112. Barack Obama. TLS,

one page, 8.25 x 11 , O b a m a for Illinois letterhead, December 2, 2004. Letter to his grandmother Sara Ogwel Onyango, in full: “On January 4th, 2005, I will be sworn in as Illinois’ next Unite[d] States Senator.

I would like you to join me for a celebration. The ceremony should begin promptly at noon and a reception is to follow. There are hotel accommodations available at the Grand Hyatt, located on H Street, NW. I hope that you are able to join me on this joyous occasion. If you have any questions or if there is anyway in which I can be of assistance please feel free to contact me at 312.427.6400. If I am unavailable please ask for Kaleisha Page, she should be able to assist you.” In fine condition, with light wrinkling and intersecting folds.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Section of timber removed from the White House after 112 years” 113. 1927 Piece of the White House. Block of wood removed from

the White House during its restoration in 1927, measuring 4 x 1.5 x 2.25, bearing a cardstock tag on the top by the National Lumber Manufacturers Association, reading: “Section of timber removed from the White House after 112 years of service. For 112 years, during the residence of 26 Presidents of the United States, this fine piece of pine lumber helped support the roof of the Executive Mansion.” In very good condition, with soiling and a tear to one corner of the label. Starting Bid $200

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Beautifully bound presidential set, from Washington through the early 20th Century 114. Presidents. Remarkable collection of presidential autographs representing a complete set from George Washington through William H. Taft, uniformly affixed to large off-white sheets custom-bound into a beautiful red leather volume with gilt-stamped titles and a hand-illuminated title page, each page preceded by a large engraving depicting the president. The key pieces in the collection include: George Washington (pictured left): Revolutionary War–dated full free frank addressed in another hand to “His Excellency, Governor Clinton, Poughkeepsie,” and crisply franked in the lower left, “G:o Washington.” “Public Service” is also penned in the upper right in another hand. Docketed along the bottom edge, “20th April 1783, Gen’l Washington’s Letter requesting to see the Govr. at Hd. Qtrs. tomorrow morning.” Washington’s letter concerned negotiations with British officer Sir Guy Carleton upon Congress’s proclamation of April 18th announcing the ‘Cessation of Hostilities between the United States of America and the King of Great Britain.’

John Adams (pictured left): Partly-printed vellum DS as president, April 2, 1800, granting a tract of land “appropriated for satisfying warrants for military service.” Beautifully signed at the conclusion by Adams and countersigned by Secretary of State Timothy Pickering.

Thomas Jefferson and James Madison: Partly-printed DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, October 8, 1807. Four-language ship’s papers issued to “John Magrath, master or commander of the Brig called the Hope…lying at present in the port of Wilmington bound for New York and laden with Sundries as p. Manifest.” Boldly signed in the center by President Jefferson and Secretary of State Madison.

Abraham Lincoln: Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 12.5, September 4, 1861. President Lincoln appoints James C. Derby of New York as “Consul of the United States of America at San Juan, Porto Rico.” Signed at the conclusion by President Lincoln and countersigned

by Secretary of State William H. Seward.

The other pieces are as follows: James Madison (DS), James Madison and James Monroe (DS), James Monroe and John Quincy Adams (DS), Andrew Jackson (DS), Martin Van Buren (DS), William Henry Harrison (ADS), John Tyler (ALS), James K. Polk and James Buchanan (DS), Zachary Taylor (DS), Millard Fillmore (LS), Franklin Pierce (DS), James Buchanan (DS), Andrew Johnson (DS), U. S. Grant (signature), Rutherford B. Hayes (DS), James A. Garfield (LS), Chester A. Arthur (DS), Grover Cleveland (TLS), Benjamin Harrison (TLS), William McKinley (LS), Theodore Roosevelt (TLS), and William H. Taft (TLS).

The volume also includes a typed letter bearing a stamped signature of Woodrow Wilson. In overall very good to fine condition; if desired, please call or email for specific condition details on particular items in this collection. Further descriptions and images are available online at RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $5000 www.RRAuction.com | 45

115. Martin Van Buren Starting Bid $200

116. Franklin Pierce Starting Bid $200

117. James Buchanan Starting Bid $200

118. Abraham Lincoln: 1864 Election Starting Bid $200

119. Abraham Lincoln

120. Andrew Johnson

121. U. S. Grant

122. Rutherford B. Hayes

123. James and Lucretia Garfield

124. Grover and Rose Cleveland

125. Grover Cleveland

126. Benjamin Harrison

127. William McKinley

128. Theodore Roosevelt

129. Theodore and Franklin D. Roosevelt

130. William H. Taft

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131. William H. Taft

132. Woodrow Wilson

133. Woodrow Wilson

134. Ellen Wilson

135. Warren G. Harding

136. Warren G. Harding Starting Bid $200

137. Calvin and Grace Coolidge

138. Herbert Hoover

139. Herbert Hoover

140. Herbert Hoover

141. Herbert Hoover

142. Franklin D. Roosevelt

143. Franklin D. Roosevelt

144. Franklin D. Roosevelt

145. Franklin D. Roosevelt and Vice Presidents

146. Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt

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147. Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill

148. Franklin D. Roosevelt

149. Eleanor Roosevelt

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150. Eleanor Roosevelt

151. Harry S. Truman

152. Harry S. Truman

153. Harry S. Truman

154. Dwight D. Eisenhower

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155. Dwight D. Eisenhower

156. Dwight D. Eisenhower

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158. Dwight D. Eisenhower Starting Bid $200

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159. John and Robert Kennedy Starting Bid $200

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160. Lyndon B. Johnson Starting Bid $200

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157. Dwight D. Eisenhower Starting Bid $200

161. Richard Nixon Starting Bid $200

162. Richard Nixon and Herbert Hoover Starting Bid $200

166. Gerald Ford Starting Bid $200

169. Gerald Ford

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172. Ronald Reagan Starting Bid $200

164. Richard Nixon

167. Gerald Ford and First Ladies

168. Gerald Ford

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170. Jimmy Carter

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163. Richard Nixon

173. Ronald Reagan Starting Bid $200

171. Ronald Reagan Starting Bid $200

174. Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford Starting Bid $200

175. Nancy Reagan Starting Bid $200

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176. Ronald Reagan

177. George Bush

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179. George Bush

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178. George Bush Starting Bid $200

180. Bill Clinton

181. Bill Clinton

182. Hillary Clinton

183. George W. Bush

184. George W. Bush

185. Barack Obama

186. Presidents

187. Presidents and Nominees

188. Presidents

189. Presidents and First Ladies

190. Vice Presidents

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notables Declaration of Independence

Franklin requests assistance from an influential Bostonian pastor

191. Benjamin Franklin. LS signed “Your most obedient & most humble Servant, B. Franklin,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, August 24,

1783. Letter to the Reverend Dr. Samuel Cooper, in full: “The Bearer M. Bertaud, goes over to America with the Intention of settling himself in some Part of it where he may be the most likely to succeed in his Profession, which is that of a Surgeon. He carrys with him a variety of Certificates, that sufficiently attest to his Experience & Merrit; & He is exceedingly well recommended to me by Persons I much esteem; cannot therefore but recommend him earnestly to your kind Notice and Civilities, and request you would assist him with your good Counsel & Advice.

You will thereby much oblige, Dear Sir.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Charles Hamilton.

A pastor for nearly forty years at Boston’s Brattle Street Church, Samuel Cooper was a beloved Congressional minister whose powerful sermons attracted a wealth of influential revolutionaries like John Hancock, John Adams, Samuel Adams, James Bowdoin, and Joseph Warren. Although he was among the first patriots to refute British dominion, Cooper advocated strongly on behalf of foreign alliance; his various diplomatic letters were received warmly in Versailles, and his strong friendships with John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, the latter whom he corresponded with regularly, acquainted Cooper with many French dignitaries. Dated to shortly before war’s end, this introductory letter displays both the congenial manner in which the two men communicated, as well as their shared loyalties in developing relations abroad.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Sought-after 1787 land grant 192. Benjamin Franklin. Partly-printed

vellum DS, signed “B. Franklin,” one page, 15.75 x 13, August 10, 1787. As president of the Supreme Executive Council of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Franklin issues a land grant to Lewis D. Heushasen “in the city of Philadelphia… for the Sum of Forty one Pounds lawful Money of Pennsylvania.” Neatly signed in the lower right

by Franklin and countersigned by James Trimble.

In very good condition, with portions of the seal missing, some staining and toning, some small holes and repairs to two larger holes. Franklin’s signature is in a clear area and unaffected by any flaws.

The Constitutional Convention was taking place in Philadelphia at the time Franklin signed this document, and he would soon be appointed to the ‘Grand Committee’ that was in charge of negotiating a consensus between the various factions of delegates. An excellent document from this momentous period of American history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

193. Josiah Bartlett. ALS, one page, 6.5 x 8, January 29, 1791. Letter to his son

Dr. Levi Bartlett. In part: “I have enjoyed a pretty good state of health since I have been here…As to what you write about Major Morrill &c I have heard nothing about it here,and believe there is nothing in it. I am so much engaged I have not time to write much. Think the court will not rise till the latter end of the week after next if then. Think I shall not return till the court rises.” In fine condition, with a light block of toning from prior display and several small binding holes along the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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194. Carter Braxton. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from

Virginia (1736–1797) who was one of the wealthiest and most powerful plantation owners in the colony. Rare Revolutionary War–dated ALS signed “Br[a]x[ton],” one page, 5.75 x 7.5, June 22, 1780. Letter to John Taylor regarding business matters and tobacco planting. In part: “I hope I can keep the Tobacco engaged a day or two longer but there are two or three waiting to receive it—I can make some of your Bills asn. one half on Phila. hall at six weeks sight. I pray you come up or send off immediately that I may effect the Business.” Affixed to a same-size sheet for restoration and reinforcement. Retains the original address panel in Braxton’s hand affixed to the second integral page. Newspaper clippings and a printed facsimile autograph are affixed inside. Restored to good condition, with large areas of restored paper loss to top and bottom (including to most of the signature area), heavy overall dampstaining affecting portions of the writing and signature, and general soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon dual bill of exchange signed twice by Hopkinson 195. Francis Hopkinson. Partly-printed DS, twice signed “Fr. Hopkinson,” one page, 8 x 8.25, May 21, 1779. Uncut sheet consisting of third and fourth bills of exchange for “12 Dollars, in Sixty Livres Tournois, for Interest due on Money borrowed by the United States” to be paid unto Moses Hoyt within a 30 day period. Signed at the conclusion of both bills by Hopkinson as the treasurer of loans, and countersigned by Nathaniel Appleton as the commissioner of the continental loan office in the state of Massachusetts bay. In very good condition, with moderate overall foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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196. Samuel Huntington. Partly-printed DS, signed “Saml. Huntington,” one page, 13 x 8, May 7, 1793. Commission for Stephen Morgan stating that he has been “accepted to be Ensign of the seventh Company of the Militia in the 8th Regiment in said State [Connecticut].” Signed at the conclusion by Huntington, and countersigned by secretary George Wyllys. Embossed white paper seal affixed to right side remains intact.

In very good condition, with toning to edges and scattered overall foxing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

197. Samuel Huntington. Free franked address panel, 6.5 x 3, made out in another hand to “His Excellency The President of the State of Pennsylvania,” and franked in the lower left, “S. Huntington.” In very good condition, with a block of toning over the left side of the sheet, and old tape reinforcement to the fragile central vertical fold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

198. William Williams.

Merchant and signer of the Declaration of Independence from Connecticut (1731–1781). Early Revolutionary War–dated ADS, signed three times, “Wm. Williams,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.5, August 24, 1775. Pay order to Treasurer John Lawrence. In part: “Pay Capt. Daniel Dewey the sum of sixty Dollars…being the just sum and amount due to the non Comn. officers & Soldiers of his Company, as the reward engaged them by Act of Assembly, for Training.” Signed at the conclusion by Williams and countersigned by John Clark. The reverse is also signed twice by Williams and bears six lines in his hand ordering additional payment. In fine condition, with light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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American Politicians & Leaders For the “birth day of Washington,” Clay calls for a return to “his great principles of peace and neutrality of avoiding all entangling alliances” 199. Henry Clay. LS signed “H. Clay,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, February 21, 1852. Letter to three congressmen, declining an “invitation to the Congressional Banquet in honor of the birth day of Washington.” In part: “I ardently hope that the birth day of that Great Man may continue to be celebrated whilst time endures. But there seems to me to be a peculiar fitness of giving at the present time extraordinary eclat to the commemoration of the day. We have seen great principles laid down by him for the administration of this Government, especially in regard to its foreign policy, drawn in question, his wisdom doubted, and serious efforts made and making to subvert those maxims of policy by the conformity to which this nation has risen to its present unparalleled greatness. We have seen serious attempts to induce the United States to depart from his great principles of peace and neutrality of avoiding all entangling alliances with foreign powers and of confining ourselves to the growth, improvement and prosperity of our new country, and in place of them, to plunge ourselves by perilous proceedings and insensible degrees in the wars of Europe. Under such circumstances it is right and proper and useful to repair to the great fountain of Washington; patriotism and drinking deep at it to return refreshed and invigorated by the draught.” Intersecting folds, scattered foxing and soiling, and moderate showthrough from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

200. Henry Clay. ALS signed “H. Clay,” one page, 8 x 9.75, December 8, 1819.

Letter to Secretary of the Navy Smith Thompson, in full: “The mailed letter is from a gentleman of the highest respectability, whom I have intimately known many years.

I have not the pleasure of much acquaintance with Dr. Davis, of whom it is a recommendation. With his father I was well acquainted, and he is a gentleman highly esteemed. I do not know that there are any vacancies in the Medical department of the Navy, but if there should be any I shall be glad to hear of the appointment of Dr. Davis.” Professionally cleaned and backed to repair several tears. In very good to fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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One-of-a-kind guest book from Harris & Ewing—a miscellany of notables

201. Harris & Ewing Guest Book. Extraordinary guest book from the famous Harris & Ewing photography studio in Washington, 11 x

14, with dates ranging from 1905 to 1942, signed inside by hundreds of people including military figures, writers, entertainers, and scores of politicians, including: William H. Taft, Glenn Curtiss, Ambrose Bierce, Booker T. Washington, Archibald Butt, Marie Dressler, Clifford K. Berryman (two sketches: a full-page pencil sketch and a smaller ink sketch), Adolphus Greely, George Dewey, William Jennings Bryan, Winfield Scott Schley, Wesley Merritt, Maclyn Arbuckle, Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole, George W. Melville, William H. Crane, Ambrose Swasey, Edwin Markham (two signatures and affixed ALS), Charles W. Fairbanks, Joaquin Miller, Elihu Root, Charles Curtis, William Borah, George Sutherland, Jacob Ruppert, Cordell Hull, Richmond P. Hobson, Tyrone Power, Sr., George Arliss, Seth Low, John Burroughs, Henry L. Stimson, John Galsworthy, and many more. Several intricate sketches and cartoons are also drawn within. Covers are worn and spine missing, however interior signed pages are generally in fine condition, with occasional light soiling, toning, and edge chipping. A truly impressive volume with excellent potential. Starting Bid $200

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“Bob Kennedy” signed print of the US Department of Justice 202. Robert F. Kennedy. Vintage 10 x 8 print showing a drawing of

the US Department of Justice in Washington affixed to a 12.5 x 10.75 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black felt tip, “For Tony, who helped point the way. With the appreciation of his friend, Bob Kennedy.” The image is captioned below, “Justice in the life and conduct of the State is possible only as it resides first in the hearts and souls of its citizens.” Framed and in fine condition. Consignor notes that the recipient of this print was Pulitzer-winning New York Times Washington bureau chief Anthony Lewis (1927-2013), who covered the Justice Department and Supreme Court from 1955 to 1964. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

203. New York Constitutional Convention of 1867. Large

leatherbound album, 10 x 11, containing affixed carte-de-visite–sized photos of the delegates to the New York Constitutional Convention of 1867, signed inside by nearly the entire group, including: William A. Wheeler, William M. Evarts, Horace Greeley, Samuel J. Tilden, Edwards Pierrepont, Theodore W. Dwight, and over one hundred other delegates.

Covers are worn and detached, and the spine missing, however the interior signed pages are in fine condition. The state of New York adopted a modified constitution at this convention, by which the New York Court of Appeals was reorganized and term lengths for justices adjusted. A rarely seen historical piece. Starting Bid $200

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Supreme Court “What I desire for the Southern states is peace & prosperity; with all disfranchisements & disabilities removed; and all rights returned to all citizens” 204. Salmon P. Chase. ALS signed

“S. P. Chase,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, July 1, 1868.

Letter to Thomas Ewing regarding a possible presidential nomination. In part: “I return the letter of your honored father…few things have ever given me more real satisfaction than the perusal of it. The movement favorable to my nomination at New York has taken entirely by surprise, and I have never been able to persuade myself that the object of it could be attained. The confidence advocated by the movement is however most gratifying and satisfying. It will give me increased resolution and earnestness in the performance of my duties. The assurances…from every side leave no doubt…of success and nomination & in the event of nomination and success, I trust I should so act that neither the great party which makes the nomination nor the great body of patriotic citizens…would have any chance to regret their action…Please say to your father that he is entirely right as to my views of suffrage & state rights. What I desire for the Southern states is peace & prosperity; with all disfranchisements & disabilities removed; and all rights returned to all citizens. And it is my opinion that these ends will be best secured by extending suffrage to all citizens. But the practical disposition of the question of suffrage as well as all other domestic questions is for the people of the States themselves…On the question I adhere to my old states rights overtures.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, chipping and some surface loss to edges, and show-through from writing to opposing sides. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Chase had been appointed chief justice of the Supreme Court by President Lincoln in 1864 and served in that capacity until his death in 1873.

He sought the Democratic nomination in 1868 but received little support at the Democratic National Convention due in part to his advocacy for black suffrage, which he alludes to in this letter. The DNC took place shortly after this letter from July 4–9 and resulted in the nomination of Horatio Seymour, who had actually been one of Chase’s biggest supporters. Excellent political content from the Reconstruction era. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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205. Oliver Ellsworth. ALS, one page both sides, 7.75 x 12.75, July 4, 1796. Letter to John Lowell Newbury, Jr., written while serving as chief justice of the Supreme Court. In part: “The enclosed letter will appologise for my stating to you, that at Charlestown in May last, a prize taken from the British &…advertised for sale, & the sale about to take place, an application was made to me in the name of the British Consul for an injunction to stay the sale…Being satisfied that the sale would be a violation of the treaty with Great Britiain…The circuit court at Columbia was moved to dissolve the injunction, but refused to dissolve it.” In fine condition, with repaired separations to horizontal folds and a small hole affecting a word in the closing sentiment. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“The Treaty being finished,” Jay hopes to sit for a portrait 206. John Jay. ALS,

three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 8.5, December 5, 1794.

Loving letter to his wife Sally, written while abroad in London after negotiating the Jay Treaty. In part: “That you and our dear little Flock should be preserved in Health and Prosperity, when so many families in our Country are in mourning and Distress, is a circumstance which should turn our Hearts to the author and Giver of all Blessings—with the Disposition you have made of what money you have recd. I am satisfied—continue to do in those matters what on mature Reflection and advice may appear to be for the best. I am not anxious for the Sale of my little Interest in the six per Cent—at this distance I cannot so well judge—do you and Mr. Munro consult about it…

Your Letters are a Treat to me. I am glad you have at Length got a pair of Horses. You must have wanted them much. Let them be used daily, & moderately fed, or they will probably become vicious. Idleness is not better for young Horses, than for young men…as yet I have not had Time to sit for my Picture you request, but (the Treaty being finished) I hope soon to have Leisure for the purpose—it will I assure you give me more pleasure to present to you the original than the Picture. I hope next Spring to do both…I hope Nancy will amuse herself sometimes with her spinning wheel—God only knows what may one Day be her Situation—polite accomplishments merit attention—useful knowledge should not be neglected. Let us do the best we can with and for our children, and commit them to the protection and Guidance of Providence.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

With an urgent need for a peaceful and functional economic relationship with Britain, President Washington sent John Jay to London in the summer of 1794 in hopes of resolving several ongoing, post-Revolution military and commercial disputes. After drawn out negotiations, the two nations reached an agreement on November 19, defining terms that would expel royal troops from America’s western frontiers, send the issue of Britain’s debts to arbitration, and grant US ships access to trade routes in and around English ports. A beautifully penned letter mentioning his greatest accomplishment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Chief Justice Marshall applauds a law professor for his “Very valuable treatise ‘on the principles of pleading in civil actions’” 207. John Marshall. Choice ALS signed “J. Marshall,”

one page both sides, 8 x 10, December 3, 1832. Letter to James Gould, at Litchfield Law School in Connecticut.

In part: “Your very valuable treatise ‘on the principles of pleading in civil actions’ reached this place, and came to my hands on my return…I have now read it through…you have well arranged the matter belonging to the subject; and have succeeded in your design of presenting it ‘as a system of consistent and rational principles, adopted with the utmost precision to the administration of justice, according to uniform rules.’ By showing the reason of the rule plainly, the rule itself becomes more intelligible to the student, and will more certainly adhere to his memory… my thanks for the gratification afforded me by the perusal of your work.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Marshall’s hand. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some paper loss and mounting remnants to second integral address leaf. A wonderfully preserved letter boasting excellent legal content written while serving as chief justice of the Supreme Court. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

“The original theory or creed of these ignorant savages approaches so nearly that of the most polished & enlightened nations” 208. John Marshall. ALS signed “J. Marshall,” one page, 7.75 x 10, March 26, 1820.

Thoughtful letter to Samuel Farmar Jarvis, a professor of Biblical learning at the New York General Theological Seminary. In part: “I have deferred making my acknowledgments for your polite attention in favoring me with a copy of your ‘Discourse on the religion of the Indian tribes of North America’...The religion of these untaught children of the forest partakes less of group idolatry than has been generally supposed. It is a matter of curious observation that the original theory or creed of these ignorant savages approaches so nearly that of the most polished & enlightened nations, while unaided by revelation. Man, left to himself, seems, at all times, to have formed nearly the same systems reflecting the creator of all things, & some future state of rewards & punishments. There seems to be some sentiment impressed on our minds by the divine hand which produces nearly the same results in all created beings.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Marshall’s hand.

In fine condition. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Marshall’s court would go on to establish the framework for relations between the federal government and America’s indigenous peoples; it is possible that his understanding of Native American religion gleaned from this discourse went on to inform the court’s decisions.

In his landmark Johnson v. M’Intosh ruling of 1823, Marshall cites the ‘principles of abstract justice which the Creator of all things has impressed on the mind of his creature man’—very nearly the same language he uses at the conclusion of this letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Businessmen “I am a rich-poor-man for the present” 215. Andrew Carnegie. TLS, one page,

7.75 x 10.25, Buckhurst letterhead, June 14, 1895. Letter to Franklin Carter, the president of Williams College. In part: “These are hard times, indeed, and I have had all I could do meeting payments promised long ago in better times, but we have the silver craze to contend with, and let us not be too sanguine.

I am a rich-poor-man for the present, but do let me go partners with you in that note. Sign the note for the ‘nearly $2000,’ and write me the exact amount.” Carnegie makes a a couple handwritten corrections to the letter. In very good condition, with old mounting remnants on the reverse, blocks of toning from prior display (could be matted out), and the type a bit faded but entirely legible. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce 1925 luxury automobile correspondence 217. Frederick Duesenberg. German-born

automotive manufacturer (1876–1932). TLS signed “F. S. Duesenberg,” one page, 8.5 x 11, embossed Duesenberg ‘Straight 8’ letterhead, July 3, 1925.

Letter to C. Harold Wills of automobile manufacturer Wills Sainte Claire, Inc. In part: “I certainly want to thank you for having submitted the blueprints and the other information that you have volunteered. I also note that you have some information which you think might be of value to us that you would like to give us direct rather than through a letter and if some of us should happen to be up in that territory we shall be pleased to drop in.” In fine condition, with rusty staple holes to upper left corner. Written upon extremely attractive and rare letterhead, this is an excellent association piece between two classic car manufacturers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Chevrolet teams up with Glenn L. Martin 216. Louis Chevrolet. Swiss-born race car driver and pioneering automotive engineer

(1878–1941) who founded the company that bore his name and created one of the most familiar and durable brand names in history. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Glenn L. Martin Company letterhead, January 19, 1931. Letter to W. C. Clayton of Pitcairn Aircraft. In part: “Since our pleasant visit at your factory we have designed a manifold to take care of the special condition on your plane. We are today ordering the pattern and the castings from the Alloys Foundry Corporation, and instructing them to ship one of those castings to you no later than January 26th…we are sending you inclosed a blue print to have this manifold machined in your shop. You will notice that the flange where the carburetor is bolted on shows a six degree angle on the facing. This should be kept right so as to keep the carburetor in a level position while in normal flight.” In fine condition.

Clayton, the recipient of this letter, was an engineer who helped to develop the Pitcairn PCA-2 in the early 1930s—the first ‘gyrocopter’ design to sell in quantity. After developing a new type of aircraft engine in 1929, Louis Chevrolet left the automobile business altogether and formed the Chevrolet Brothers Aircraft Company. As this letterhead suggests, he sold the company to aviation pioneer Glenn Martin, but stayed on to help oversee production of his engine. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 61

Harley-Davidson sells off 76 new vehicles in 1937 218. Harley-Davidson: Arthur Davidson. One of the four co-founders of Harley-Davidson (1881–1950) who was responsible for setting up the company’s nationwide network of dealers. DS, one page both sides, 8.5 x 14, June 9, 1937. Agreement between the HarleyDavidson Motor Company and the Kemper Motorcycle Company in which the latter agrees to purchase 76 new Harley-Davidson vehicle models over the the course of one year. Signed at the conclusion by Arthur Davidson.

In fine condition, with a thin strip of light staining from a previously affixed slip of price adjustments (slip still present). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Two shares of American Express stock to Henry Wells

219. Henry Wells and William Fargo. Partly-printed DS, one page, 11.75 x 8, April 16, 1863. American Express Company certificate issuing to Henry Wells of Aurora two shares of capital stock. Signed at the conclusion by Wells as president, “Henry Wells,” and countersigned

by Fargo as secretary, “Wm. G. Fargo.” Wells has signed again on the reverse. Nicely cloth-matted and framed with a viewing window on the reverse. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light, somewhat irregular toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scientists & Inventors 220. Alexander Graham Bell. TLS, one

page, 8 x 10.5, Beinn Bhreagh letterhead, December 8, 1908. Brief letter to Winfield Scott Clime at the Department of Agriculture, in full, “Many thanks for your note of the 1st inst.

We enjoyed your visit here very much and hope to have the pleasure of seeing you in Washington in a few days.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The bold evolutionist

222. Charles Darwin. Sought-after ink signature, “Charles Darwin,” on an off-white 3.75 x 1 slip. In very good to fine condition, with light show-through from old mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“The Structure of the Atom”

by Niels Bohr Attractive handwritten letter from the penicillin pioneer 223 . Alexander Fleming. ALS,

221. Niels Bohr. Uncommon booklet for an article by Niels Bohr entitled “The Structure of the Atom,” reprinted from an issue of Nature dated July 7, 1923, measures 7.5 x 10.75, sixteen pages, signed and inscribed on the first page in black ink, “Mr. Bob Fiedler, with kind regards, Niels Bohr.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

one page, 5.25 x 6.75, Hotel Ritz, Paseo del Prado, Madrid letterhead, June 12, 1948.

Brief letter to Pedro Radie, in full: “I am very grateful to you for your welcome to Madrid.” In fine condition, with a small tear to one of the two punch holes along the left edge. Alexander Fleming and his wife Sarah traveled to Spain at the end of May 1948. Upon his arrival in the capital, Fleming was presented with an honorary doctorate from the University of Madrid. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Museum-quality large format portrait of ‘the Old One’ of 20th century physics

224. Albert Einstein. Phenomenal matte-finish 10.5 x 13 original silver gelatin photograph of Einstein in a serious yet amiable pose, affixed to its original 12.5 x 16.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “For Peter Foges, A. Einstein 52.” Also signed in pencil by the photographer, “Trude Fleischmann, New York.” Framed and in fine condition, with a small crease to the image and very light edge toning to the mount. Rare in this impressive size, this is a superb and poignant image of Einstein that perfectly captures his character. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $2500

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Hubble enlightens on “Extra-Galactic Nebulae” 225. Edwin Hubble. Astronomer (1889–1953) regarded as one of the

most important observational cosmologists of the 20th century and the namesake of the orbiting Hubble Telescope. Scarce booklet from the Communications to the National Academy of Sciences, No. 105, containing a brief article by Edwin Hubble entitled “A Relation Between Distance and Radial Velocity Among Extra-Galactic Nebulae,” 6.75 x 10.25, six pages, signed and inscribed on the front cover in black ink, “To R. G. Fiedler, from Edwin Hubble.” Published by Carnegie Institution of Washington, Mount Wilson Observatory, and reprinted from the proceedings of National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 15, No. 3, March, 1929. In fine condition, with three punch holes to left side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

226. Charles Macintosh.

Scottish chemist and inventor of waterproof fabrics (1766–1843) for whom the Mackintosh raincoat is named.

ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, December 28, 1836. Letter to a reverend, in part: “I am very curious of hearing how the Duke of Montrose is and shall be obliged by your informing me. I would have done myself the pleasure of calling upon you to learn this; but have been confined for the past fortnight with rather an alarming attack from the rupture, I believe of a small artery in the lungs. We have got it soldered up however, but I am left weak from very copious bleeding.” In fine condition, with a few areas of toning, and writing showing through from opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

227. Elie Metchnikoff. Russian bi-

ologist and zoologist (1845–1916) best known for his pioneering research into the immune system for which he was awarded the 1908 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 6.75, Pasteur Institute letterhead, May 14, 1906. In fine condition, with two areas of toning along the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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228. William Osler.

Canadian-born physician and researcher (1849– 1919) who was a founding professor of Johns Hopkins Hospital. ALS signed “Wm. Osler,” one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, July 7. Letter to English neurologist William Broadbent. In full: “Permit me to offer my sincere congratulations on the honour which has been conferred upon you—a recognition of your work & worth which will be particularly gratifying to your many friends in Canada & America.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

229.

Max Planck. Un-

translated ALS in German, signed “M. Planck,” two pages, 5.25 x 3.25, October 9, 1929. In very good condition, with scattered overall staining.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in his own hand. Precertified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

‘The Success of Aeronautics in the 19th Century’ 230. Konstantin Tsiolkovsky. Russian physicist (1857–1935) who pioneered the study of rocketry and cosmonautics and whose discoveries were of crucial importance in the development of manned space travel. Booklet entitled ‘The Success of Aeronautics in the 19th Century,’ in Russian, 18 pages. Signed and inscribed at the top of the first page, also in Russian, with a three-line inscription dated 1901. In very good condition, with uniform toning to all pages, a stamp below signature, repaired tear to bottom of first page, and some scattered light foxing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Intellectualls

Generosity from the pioneering psychoanalyst 231. Sigmund Freud. ALS in German, signed

“Freud,” one page, 6 x 3, personal letterhead, February 7, 1913. Letter to Dr. P. Federn. In full (translated): “Please charge according to the [financial] circumstances of the patient, however not gratis.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Freud. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing.

The recipient, Paul Federn, became one of Freud’s earliest followers after reading his Interpretation of Dreams; he later served as Freud’s surrogate at conferences once the pioneering psychoanalyst was stricken with cancer in the 1920s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

232. Sigmund Freud. Freud’s personal calling card imprinted

with his name and address, 3.75 x 2.5, bearing a short handwritten note in German in Freud’s hand, “Herzlichen Gluckwunsch [Congratulations],” with a date of August 31, 1911. In fine condition, with a small spot of toning to the upper left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Recommending a “group of Polish mathematical logicians at Warsaw” 233. Bertrand Russell. Scarce ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, August 27, 1923. Letter to important philosopher and physicist Moritz Schlick.

In part: “I certainly cannot refuse your request, as the object you have in view seems to me of the highest importance…But I am afraid what I can do will seem to you rather inadequate. In the first place, there are very few English or Americans who are capable of writing the sort of articles you want, and most of them would probably prefer to publish in English or American magazines. In the second place, I shall be unusually busy till April, as I am going to America on a lecture tour.” He goes on to refer Schlick to Frenchman Jean Nicod and a “group of Polish mathematical logicians at Warsaw”—most likely the influential Alfred Tarski, Rudolf Carnap, and Jan Lukasiewicz—who may be of help. In fine condition.

Desirable scholarly content exchanged between influential philosophic minds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Religious Figures The strange case of Edgardo Mortara— a Jew kidnapped to be raised by the pope 234. Mortara Case. Three printed documents regard-

ing the controversial case of the kidnapping of Edgardo Mortara, including a copy of the letter from the Deputies of the British Jews to Pope Pius IX, three pages, February 7, 1859; a copy of Moses Montefiore’s report on the case, eight pages, 8 x 13, July 13, 1859; and a cover letter enclosing the report. The letter to the pope, in part: “In the Summer of the past year Edgar Mortara a Child of tender years was taken from the dwelling of his Father Angelo Mortara then resident at Bologna and removed altogether from parental control. The plea for this proceeding, so adverse to the laws of Nature, was that the Child had been secretly baptized some years previously…We believe that restoration of the Child to its Parents will be hailed by the World at large with entire satisfaction.” Montefiore’s report describes his attempts to meet with the pope and enter a plea for the boy’s return, in part: “I left this Country fully aware that I should have to encounter many difficulties…My first endeavour was to obtain an audience of the Sovereign Pontiff, and as the Representative of the Board, to place the Memorial in his hands and urge a compliance with its prayer, but… was received with great courtesy by his Eminence Cardinal Antonelli…The Cardinal received the Memorial from my hands and undertook to present it to the Sovereign Pontiff stating that he had presented to His Holiness similar Memorials from Holland Germany and other Countries.

He considered the Mortara case a most unfortunate one but as the child (as his Eminence alleged) had been baptized it would be contrary to the Laws of the Holy See to allow it to return to its parents without that religious education to which it was entitled as a member of the Roman Catholic Church…I then urged that the fact of Baptism had not been satisfactorily proved…His Eminence replied that the question had been fully discussed…and therefore I must not expect an answer from the Sovereign Pontiff.” In very good condition, with toning and chipping to the edges. Despite the international controversy caused by this strange scenario, the boy was never returned to his parents and Pope Pius IX essentially served as a surrogate father; Edgardo Mortara grew up to become a priest and did successfully connect with his true family. An utterly fascinating collection of material related to this often forgotten but quite important historical event. Starting Bid $200 68 | June 15, 2016 | NOTABLES

World Leaders & Politicians

The sought-after ‘Father of the Turks’ 235. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Turkish army officer, statesman, and writer (1881–1938) credited as the founder of the Republic of Turkey. Rare and bold fountain pen signature, “Gazi M. Kemal,” on an off-white 6 x 9.5 sheet hand-embellished with a calligraphic title and postage stamp of the Turkish leader. In fine condition. Ataturk was given the title of “Gazi” by the Grand National Assembly following his defeat of the Greeks in the Greco-Turkish War, which secured the independence of Turkey. He soon became the nation’s first president and embarked on a series of tremendously influential reforms, producing the modern nation that continues to exist today. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Impressive portrait of the revered Chinese leaders 236.

Chiang Kai-shek. Rare glossy

7.75 x 10.5 portrait of Chiang Kai-shek by Taiwan Studio, affixed to its original 14.5 x 17.5 photography mount, signed on the mount in Chinese in black ink. In fine condition, with light creasing and wrinkling to the mount. Accompanied by a similarly sized and displayed portrait of Air Force General Wang Shuming.

Chiang remains highly uncommon in photos of such prodigious size.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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237. John Bingham, 7th Earl of Lucan. British aristocrat and professional gambler

(born 1934) who famously disappeared after allegedly attacking his former wife and killing his children’s nanny. Scarce Midland Bank Limited check, 6 x 3, filled out and signed by Bingham, “Lucan,” payable to Harrods Ltd. for £160.26, February 20, 1974.

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

238. Winston Churchill. TLS, one page, 7.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, October 24, 1959. Letter to Captain O. E. Wijk, in full: “Would you please convey to those present at the Regimental Dinner my warm thanks for the telegram they sent me, and my sincere regrets that I was prevented from attending the Dinner. I had been looking forward to it.” Framed and in fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Early portrait of the future British Prime Minister 239. Winston Churchill. Wonderful vintage matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25

half-length Rotary series photo of a young Churchill by Scottish photojournalist John Thomson, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill.” In fine condition. A simply exquisite early signed photograph.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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240. Winston Churchill. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7.25, embossed National Scheme for Disabled Men letterhead, May 27, no year. In full: “I am so sorry we cannot lunch with you on Saturday week as we have people lunching with us. Many thanks for asking us.” In fine condition, with mounting remnants to top corners. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Intimate collection of letters from The Earl of Beaconsfield 241. Benjamin Disraeli. Grouping of fourteen ALSs signed “B.

Disraeli” and “D,” fifty-nine pages in total, most approximately 4.5 x 7.25, dated between August 1868 and June 1873. All addressed to Henrietta Frances, Lady Chesham. This intimate correspondence chronicles a decidedly stressful juncture in Disraeli’s life as he was entrenched in his role as opposition leader while his wife, Mary Ann Lewis, had become terminally ill. Although the condition of his wife remains a foremost subject, Disraeli reports also shares his thoughts on contemporary politics, noting that the “working classes of radical Wycombe are at strike, & there is a plan to transfer the chair-trade to Tory Marlow. This wo[ul]d be a party triumph.” While treating for his wife in London in the summer of 1872, Disraeli is a bit more lighthearted, expounding on the small joys of exploring the city, “We took the opportunity of becoming acquainted with our beloved metropolis…a much more wonderful thing, than those, who pass their lives in a dozen streets & a couple squares, can comprehend: such miles of villas, all of different architecture, such a prodigious number of beautiful churches…we travelled more than 200 miles, & felt the same interest we sh[oul]d have done in a strange land.” One particularly somber letter, dated January 16, 1873, a month after the death of his wife, reads, in part: “I have not seen any one, & the resumption of public labor, tho’ inevitable, seems to me impossible. Lord Cairns is coming down here on Monday, wh[ich]: will break the ice, & then I must see others—& the time is pressing…I have now no home except Hughenden, & I must find one. It is a difficult thing—I feel that the fox has his cave, & the wild birds have their nests, but I have no place wherein to lay my head. Lord Beauchamp & others of my friends have placed their houses at my disposal, but I love my friend too much to visit them with my cares & sorrows. I suppose it will end in taking refuge in an hotel.” Also includes an ALS signed “Beaconsfield,” on mourning stationery, dated October 10, 1878, and an ALS from his wife on Grosvenor Gate letterhead, no date. in overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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Desirable order of the Golden Kite 242. Emperor Meiji. DS in Japanese, one page, 22.75 x 17.75, circa 1890–1912.

Untranslated document in which the emperor of Japan confers the Order of the Golden Kite upon a distinguished member of the military.

Tightly rolled and in fine condition. 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. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

Scarce signed photo of the liberal Chinese leader

243. Hu Yaobang and Holger Borner. Glossy 7 x 5 photo of Hu Yaobang and Holger Borner shaking hands, signed on the reverse in

blue ink by both leaders, each of them adding a 1985 date. In fine condition, with a few small spots of toning to reverse of photo and minor brushing to Borner’s signature. At the time this photo was signed, Hu was serving as general secretary of the Communist Party of China and Borner was minister president of Hesse; the cordial relations between their nations made Germany China’s number one European trade partner during this period. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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246. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” one page, 7 x 9, July 19, 1810. Letter to his minister of war, the the Duke of Feltre Henri Clarke. The emperor asks Clarke what an aide-de-camp of the Prince of Pontecorvo [Marshal Bernadotte] is doing in Quimper, Brittany.

A note by one of Clarke’s secretaries is pinned to the lower left, indicating that the letter will be replied to right away.

Attractively matted and framed beside an engraved portrait. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

A direct order from Stalin’s eight-year-old daughter 247. Joseph Stalin. ANS in pencil in Cyrillic (translated), signed “At your orders: Secretary of Setanka—I. Stalin,” on a makeshift document written in colored pencil by his eight-year-old daughter Svetlana Alliluyeva ‘Setanka’ Stalin, one page, 5 x 7.5, June 29, 1934. Setanka writes to her father in colored pencil, in full (translated): “I. Stalin, Order No. 3, It is ordered for you: to show some day what is done in ‘CC’ [Central Committee], Strictly Confidential [send] by messenger. Signature: Stalina—Hostess.”

Setanka adds a small sketch and what appears to be her personal official state emblem. Signed at the conclusion by Stalin. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Writing prior to his assassination: “As for the title, I would prefer it to be Stalin” 248. Leon Trotsky. TLS in French, signed “L. Trotsky,” one page, 8.5 x 11, October 31, 1939. Letter to a friend, written from Coyoacan, Mexico. In full (translated): “Thank you very much for your letter and especially for accepting to see to the future of my book.

Here is what the situation is: 1) It had been agreed that the first chapters would be sent to me here so that I could have an idea of the quality of the translation. I have not received anything. Now, this work has to be done by a friend who knows Russian, with the help of a friend who knows French well. 2) After an interruption due to the current circumstances, I have to work three more months on the last (four or five) chapters and on the introduction. Also, some corrections will need to be made in the first chapters.

All in all, the whole manuscript will be completed in February.

As for the title, I would prefer it to be Stalin. The material of the book would fit into at least two volumes of 300 pages each. But if Grasset prefers one volume of about the same length as Boris Souvarine’s Stalin, I will not oppose it.”

In very good condition, with scattered overall creasing (heavier to the bottom) and a professional repair to a tear passing through Trotsky’s last name.

At this time Trotsky, exiled in Mexico, was working on a book about Stalin that would eventually be published under the title Stalin: An Appraisal of the Man and His Influence. Trotsky was assassinated ten months after writing this letter, leaving the work unfinished with just seven chapters complete. Nevertheless, it is seen as an important historical account offering Trotsky’s evaluation of the corrupted behemoth of his ideology. A scarce and extremely desirable letter concerning the would-be publication of this noteworthy book. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Royalty 249. King Ferdinand V. Catholic

king of Sicily, Aragon, and Castile (1452–1516) who was married to Queen Isabella I, best remembered as the pair that financed Christopher Columbus’s 1492 voyage to the New World.

Untranslated manuscript DS, signed “Yo el Rey,” three pages on two sheets, 8.5 x 12, January 1515.

In fine condition, with some light staining along the top edge. Accompanied by a later docketing panel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

251. King William IV and Thomas Masterman Hardy.

Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “William R,” one page, 13 x 9.75, December 31, 1830. King William appoints George B. Puddicombe “to be Quarter Master to our Royal Marine Forces.” Signed in the upper left by King William and countersigned in the lower right by Hardy, “T. M. Hardy.” In fine condition. This document presents an excellent naval association—William earned the sobriquet ‘Sailor King’ for his youthful service in the Royal Navy, while Hardy served as flag captain to Horatio Nelson and commanded HMS Victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

250. King Louis XIV. King of France (born 1638) from 1643

until his death in 1715, known as the ‘Sun King’ for the glittering splendor of his court at Versailles and the unparalleled glory of France during his 72-year reign. Untranslated manuscript DS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 8.25 x 13.5, June 1, 1715.

Official document prominently signed at the conclusion by King Louis XIV and countersigned by Phelypeaux. Includes an additional document signed by Phelypeaux. Matted and framed together with a portrait of the king. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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252. Elizabeth, Queen Mother. Drummonds Bank check, 8 x 3.5, filled out and signed by the Queen Mother, “Elizabeth R.,” payable to Lady Katharine Seymour for £200, December 18, 1973. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Warm thank-you from Kensington Palace 253. Princess Diana. ALS signed “Diana,” one page

both sides, 6.25 x 8, monogrammed Kensington Palace letterhead, January 30, 1990. Letter of thanks to Stephen Twigg for a Christmas gift. In full: “It was so typical & thoughtful of you to have gone to all that trouble in finding me a Christmas present which would hit the bullseye, hence the arrival of the I-Ching book! Bath time will obviously take on another meaning with Winnie! A huge thank you, Stephen, for thinking of me—It meant a great deal to this ‘client’ & I was enormously touched to be the exception to the rule in the present department!” In fine condition.

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

An appreciative letter from the recently engaged “Diana Spencer” 254. Princess Diana. TLS signed “Yours sincerely, Diana Spencer,” one page, 7.25

x 9.25, Buckingham Palace letterhead, May 11, 1981. Letter to Alexander Post, in full: “I would very much like to thank you for your extremely kind letter of congratulations on my engagement and for the lovely drawing which you sent. Your kind thought was much appreciated.” Diana has added the salutation in her own hand. In fine condition, with tape along the perimeter of the reverse affecting nothing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. A sought-after letter boasting the scarce addition of Diana’s maiden name. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Explorers & Archaeologists

King Tut’s discoverer observes “the Anubis animal—a jackal-like dog”

255. Howard Carter. ALS, one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, Luxor letterhead, November 19, 1930. Letter to Grant Williams. In part: “I have

no objection to the mention you made in your MS. I have seen on two separate occasions black Jackals, which one would have accepted as a case of melanism but for their very attenuated form—much like that of the Anubis animal. However, I think I should mention: the Anubis animal—a jackal-like dog (invariably represented genderless) has always been a puzzle. It may possibly derive from some primitive form of a blended race—Jackal and other allied species—like the domestic dog, hence the devotion to its master even after death. Colour conventions: with people using little more than the ready made primary and secondary colours, for their paintings, convention must necessarily occur— otherwise I have always found the Ancient Egyptians very accurate.” In fine condition. The Egyptian god Anubis, who served as a protector of graves and cemeteries, was portrayed either as a jackal or as a human with a jackal head. These depictions were therefore frequently found during excavations, including Carter’s discovery of a large statue of Anubis in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Boasting ideal Egyptology content, this is an extremely fascinating letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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The mysterious family tree of “Cristoforo Colombo” 256. Christopher Columbus. Interesting genealogical manuscript in Italian, six pages, 8.5 x 12.5, written in 1808. An untranslated document attempting to trace the lineage of Christopher Columbus, here referred to as the Italian “Cristoforo Colombo,” whose exact origin remains a subject of debate. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light soiling and staining. While most scholars agree that Columbus’s family was from the Ligurian coast of Genoa, others claim that he was born in Catalonia, Greece, Poland, Portugal, or a host of other nations. This early document seems to be a detailed effort in discerning the famed explorer’s true roots. Starting Bid $200

257. David Livingstone.

Scottish missionary and explorer (1813–1873) who ‘disappeared’ on an expedition to find the source of the Nile only to be famously rediscovered by Henry M. Stanley several years later. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, June 9, 1865. Letter to Mr. Mills. In part: “Beg pardon for troubling you so much, but felt anxious & ventured, trusting you will excuse it.” Affixed to a larger sheet and in fine condition, with the ink a bit light in places. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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258. Henry M. Stanley. ALS, one page, 4.75 x 6.5, Richmond Terrace letterhead, January 29, 1894. Letter to a reverend, in part: “While I dislike extremely to tie myself to any specific engagement, I promise that if in England…to endeavour to be with you on March 15.” In fine condition, with toning along the left edge from old mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

American West

Rare Dodge City contract for “W. B. Masterson, an unmarried man of Ford County”

259. Bat Masterson. Partly-printed DS, signed “W. B. Masterson,” one page both sides, 8 x 13.75, April 10, 1880. An indenture detailing a mortgage agreement between Masterson and his longtime friend R. M. Wright, who would later be mayor of Dodge City. In part: “Made this 10th day of April A. D. 1880, between W. B. Masterson, an unmarried man of Ford County, in the State of Kansas of the first part, and R. M. Wright…W. B. Masterson has this day executed and delivered his certain promissory note…I promise to pay to R. M. Wright on order the sum of Seven Hundred and Thirty Six Dollars with interest at the rate of 12 percent per annum from date.” Boldly signed by Masterson in the lower right. Impressively matted and framed so that the reverse can be seen, and hinged against a large 32 x 28 framed display featuring an image and engraved plaque. In fine condition, with a small separation to the upper fold.

This document dates to fifteen months after Masterson was appointed US deputy marshal, a capacity in which he arrested notorious horse thief ‘Dutch’ Henry Borne, brought prisoners held at Fort Leavenworth to Dodge City to stand trial for murder, and became embroiled in the Royal Gorge Railroad War. Despite his status as a famous lawman, he was voted out of office as Dodge City’s sheriff later on in 1879. He was indeed unmarried at this time, and the 1880 census of Dodge City listed him as living with a ’19-year-old concubine.’ An exceedingly desirable piece of the Old West. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $2500

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Portraying “many battles & surrenders historically correct” in The Indian Wars Refought 260. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. ALS signed “Col. W. F. Cody,” one page, 8 x 10, October 22, [1913]. Letter concerning the making of his 1914 film The Indian Wars Refought, written from “Pine Ridge, So. Dak.” In part: “Your generous kind letter found me here. We are taking many battles & surrenders historically correct under the strict supervision of General Miles. These pictures will be great. You will see them in Europe inside of six months. I believe I am on the right track now for a fortune. I am busted now but won’t be long.” In very good to fine condition, with light overall wrinkling and a few small tears to edges. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Cody played a starring role in the 1914 silent movie The Indian Wars Refought, a reenactment of several historical battles. From September to November 1913 they filmed on location—Pine Ridge was the site of the massacre at Wounded Knee—using actual troops from the active 12th US Cavalry and over one thousand Sioux. Lieutenant General Nelson A. Miles, who, with Cody, had surveyed and reported on the aftermath of the Wounded Knee slaughter, was hired as a consultant for the film to ensure historical accuracy. In all, the film recreated four battles: the Battle of Summit Springs, the Battle of Warbonnet Creek, the Battle of the Mission, and the Battle of Wounded Knee. An immensely desirable letter combining Buffalo Bill’s real military experience and his life as a showman. Starting Bid $200

A huge, bold Houston 261. Sam Houston. Beautiful ink signature, “Sam Houston,” on an

off-white 5.75 x 7.25 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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LEADVILLE

The items in this section chronicle the development of Leadville, Colorado, which rivaled the likes of Tombstone and Virginia City as an archetypal Old West boomtown—with the lawlessness to match. Leadville was founded in 1877 by mine owners Horace Tabor and August Meyer, with the former becoming Leadville’s most prominent and successful resident. Within a mere three years the population had exploded to over 15,000 and Leadville was one of the world’s largest silver camps, with more than thirty mines and ten large smelting works. It became a haven for outlaws and gamblers including Doc Holliday, who lived in Leadville during the last years of his life.

262. Leadville. Collection of five tokens for various Leadville establishments, including: a token for 12.5 cents in trade at “Henry Martinez, 215 Harrison Ave., Leadville, Colo.”; a token for 12.5 cents in trade at the Adolph & Zeiler Health Office; a token for 2.5 cents in trade at “Henry & Fred, Office Buffet, 124 Harrison Str.”; a token for 5 cents in trade at “Earl A. Johnson, 306 Harrison Av.”; and a token “good for 5¢ at the bar” at “Mack’s Bar and Cafe, Leadville, Colo.” In overall very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

263. Leadville. Stunning 7 x 4.5 cabinet photo by W. H. Jackson entitled “Leadville from Carbonate Hill,” showing a view of the city off in the distance with smoke billowing from the smelters. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200 264. Leadville. Wonderful pair of stereoview photos representing the rapid expansion of the mining town: first is one by Gurnsey showing Leadville looking west, with a caption on the reverse reading, in part: “This, the most important mining camp in the state, already has a population over 6000, although but twelve months old”; second is by L. K. Oldroyd of Colorado Springs entitled “Leadville, Colorado. No. 147, Harrisson St. [sic],” showing the dirt road with a few wagons lining the street as well as businesses and telephone poles, with the label on the reverse calling Leadville “the most important mining camp in Colorado” and noting a population of 20,000 “although but two years old.” In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

265.

Leadville Police.

An exceptionally rare policeman’s badge in the shape of a star, measuring approximately 2.5 x 2.5, engraved “Leadville” across the top banner with “Police, No. 18” in the center of the star. Also includes a 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of a Leadville policeman wearing badge number 22, imprinted on the reverse by the studio, “Rocky Mountain Art Gallery, J. C. Macurdy, Portrait and Landscape Photographer, East 5th St., North of Quincy Block, Leadville, Colorado.” Except for the officer’s number, the badges appear to be exactly the same. Starting Bid $500

266. Leadville Telephone Co. Billhead receipt from “The Leadville Telephone Co., Room 20, Quincy Block” for one month’s telephone rental, one page, 8.5 x 4.5, October 1, 1881. In very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

267.

Leadville: Boxing. City of Leadville

boxing license issued by the mayor, one page, 9.25 x 7.25, October 10, 1885. In part: “Permission is hereby given to Burke and Clow to maintain and carry the following described business of Glove Contest for the term of 1 day.” The gold foil Leadville city seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. In very good to fine condition. The term “Glove Contest” refers to a gloved boxing match versus a bare knuckle fight. Boxing material from the Old West is rare and highly sought after. Starting Bid $200

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268. Leadville: Board of Trade. Historically significant collection related to the Board of Trade, including: a three-month license issued by

the mayor of Leadville, November 17, 1883, granting permission to “John G. Morgan to maintain and carry on the following described Business of (2) Billiard Tables at ‘The Board of Trade,’ Harrison Avenue, Leadville, Colo.”; an original twenty-cent trade token reading, “Board of Trade, 20, J. G. Morgan,” on both sides; and a circa 1880s mounted albumen 9 x 6 photo of Leadville’s Harrison Avenue by important photographer W. H. Jackson, with the Board of Trade visible as the second building from the left, as well as the important locations of Tabor Opera House and Hyman’s Club. Also visible in this image are a sign advertising keno outside of Hyman’s and an Anheuser-Busch sign outside the theater.

In overall good to very good condition.

Dating to the period prior to the Leadville shooting of Billy Allen by Doc Holliday, this billiards license would have been required to be displayed on the wall at the Board of Trade, and so would have been hanging there when Doc Holliday frequented the establishment. In addition to the Board of Trade, Doc Holliday spent much of his time gambling at Hyman’s, which was where he shot bartender and ex-police officer Billy Allen. Starting Bid $500

269. Leadville: Chestnut Street. Exceptional 6.75 x 4.5 cabinet photo of Leadville’s Chestnut Street by important photographer W. H. Jackson, showing horse-drawn wagons in the street, people filling the sidewalks, and boomtown signage including “Bookstore,” “O. L. Mathews Justice for the Peace & Notary Republic,” “Drugstore,” “Boot & Shoe Store,” and “Coliseum.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

270. Leadville: Cowboys. Two items: a

fantastic 6.5 x 4.25 cabinet photo by Brisbois of Leadville showing four cowboys on horseback in front of The Saratoga, some of them with holstered guns on their belts and cigars in their mouths; and a silver-colored token for 12.5 cents in trade at The Saratoga, one side reading, “Griswold & Co., The Saratoga, 416 Harrison Ave., Leadville, Colo.” In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $300

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271. Leadville: Harrison Avenue. Fantastic

7 x 4.5 cabinet photo of Leadville’s Harrison Avenue by G. Wakely, depicting the main street filled with locals along the boardwalks, horses and wagons, and signage reading “C. Boettcher and Co.,” “Root Beer,” “R. F. Allen and Company Dry Good,” “Bakery,” “W. H. Stevens and Co., Assaying Mines Bought and Sold,” “Magic Cigars,” and “Restaurant.” Includes a colorful trade card advertising one of the stores seen in the image, “C. Boettcher Hardware, 305 & 307 Harrison Ave., Leadville, Col.” In very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

274. Leadville: Hotel Windsor. Two items re-

lated to Leadville’s Hotel Windsor: a stereoview photo of Chestnut Street

by Chas. Weitfle of Central City, Colorado, featuring an early image of the boomtown street including the hotel on the right side; and a small pamphlet from the Hotel Windsor promoting Leadville to travelers and advising them to “wear clothes you do not care for as the dust during the stage ride will ruin any good piece of clothing.” In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

275. Leadville: Red Light Hall. Prostitute’s punch card for 272. Leadville: Harrison Avenue. Excellent 8 x 5 cabinet photo

of Leadville’s Harrison Avenue with a sharp, clear image depicting the buildings in detail, with a horse-drawn carriage in the center and telephone lines extending into the distance. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

employment at Leadville’s “Bartley, Rochon & Johnson, Red Light Hall, 114 West Second Street,” 4 x 2.25, featuring three heart-shaped hole punches around the edges. In very good to fine condition. West Second Street was designated as the official ‘red light’ district in Leadville, with the Red Light Hall being one of its notorious dance halls and brothels. Starting Bid $300

273. Leadville: Horace Tabor. Announcement for the wedding of Horace

Tabor, 4.5 x 3.5, reading: “Horace A. W. Tabor & Lizzie Bonduel McCourt, Married Thursday, March first, Eighteen hundred & eighty three, Washington, D.C.” The card has two gilt borders with matching lettering. In very good condition.

Tabor, nicknamed ‘The Bonanza King of Leadville,’ was an enormously wealthy mine owner whose name appeared on many of the town’s staple institutions, including the Tabor Opera House. His wife, known as ‘Baby Doe,’ became one of the legendary women of the old mining towns. She lived lavishly—once considered the ‘best dressed woman in the West’—but after Tabor lost his fortune and passed away she became a destitute inhabitant of a shack at the Matchless Mine, where she eventually died of a heart attack, her frozen body found by neighbors days later. A classic story of rags-to-riches-and-back, her life inspired an opera and Hollywood movie. Starting Bid $300

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276. Leadville: Humphrey Hose Firemen.

Gorgeous silverplated ceremonial fireman’s trumpet presented to a Leadville fire chief, measuring 23.5˝ tall with a 9˝ diameter bell, engraved on one side of the bell, “Awarded to the Humphrey Hose by the Fun on the Bristol Co., Leadville, Colo., Feb. 15th 1882,” and on the other side, “Presented to Asst Chief L. A. Scholes by the H. H. Co. N. 2, May 24th 1882.” The horn features ornate designs on the sides and is engraved with depictions of a fire wagon, hoses, ladders, and firefighters’ helmets. It retains its original golden rope with tassels. In very good to fine condition.

“Fun on the Bristol” was a troupe in town to perform at the Tabor Opera House, and this trumpet was initially awarded to the Humphrey Hose firemen company for selling a large number of tickets for their engagements; the trumpet presentation is mentioned in the Leadville Daily Herald issue of February 16, 1882. Also includes a period tintype in its original 3.25 x 3.75 case depicting a fireman in a threequarter-length pose, holding a similar looking fireman’s trumpet against his hip. Starting Bid $300

277. United Mine Workers of America. Large, impressive banner mea-

suring 24 x 36, reading, “Pikes Peak Local No. 1662, Eight Hours, United Mine Workers of America, El Paso Co. Col.,” representing the area’s mining unions that held enormous power within the labor force. Starting Bid $200

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Chronicling the history of the Old West boomtown

278. Leadville. Fantastic archive representing the development of Leadville into one of the great mining towns of the Old West. Among the items in this collection are original photographs and stereoviews showing Leadville’s progress as saloons, stores, and other businesses began to line the city streets—as did telephone poles as the communications revolution commenced. The area’s drastic increase in commerce is also revealed in numerous billheads, receipts, and other ephemera from Leadville businesses.

The archive totals over fifty items, including fifteen billheads from various businesses, eight cabinet photos, four stereoviews, a “Dog Tax” tag, token for the Adolph & Zeiler Health Office saloon, and various letters and documents, with items dating from 1879 through the early 1900s; most are from the early 1880s. The billheads chronicle the rise of the mining town and list items such as whips and saddle trees, oats, hay, horseshoes and blacksmithing, mining supplies, and other necessities. The photos depict mines, city streets, and surrounding areas, and a large color-coded map of Leadville—over three feet long—is extremely impressive. In overall very good to fine condition. A complete inventory of the archive is available online at RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $500

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Notorious Figures & Lawmen The Winter Hill Gang boss on his way to trial— “Helicopter Ride—hoping it crashes!”

209. James ‘Whitey’ Bulger. Rare glossy 4 x 5.75

full-length photo of a manacled Whitey Bulger being escorted to a helicopter prior to his trial in Boston, lengthily signed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “Helicopter Ride—hoping it crashes! Media made big thing of using Coast Guard Copter and that put an end to it. Big convoy guns blue lights all the way to Court House in Boston from Plymouth Jail 40 miles each way—Waste of tax payers $ just to put on media circus—four months of this. Bought & paid for witnesses—fair trial impossible is what I had to say ‘I don’t recognize this as a court of Law it’s a sham trial do what you want—end of story.’ James Whitey Bulger 1428AZ.” In fine condition. The first signed item of the Boston crime boss we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

210. Eliot Ness. Leader of a special Prohibition squad (1903–1957), known as the Untouchables, which led to the downfall of Al Capone and his successor Frank Nitti, and the capture of John Dillinger. Bank check, 7 x 3, filled out and signed by Ness, payable to Hotel Statler for $25, April 4, 1949. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Oswald’s weapon of choice 211. Lee Harvey Oswald. The American Rifleman magazine from February 1963, 8.25 x 11.5, 104 pages, showing a pair of US martial flintlock pistols on the cover.

This issue remains highly sought-after for its Klein’s Sporting Goods advertisement of a 6.5 Italian carbine firearm on page 65, the very weapon Oswald purchased and used to assassinate President Kennedy with on November 22, 1963. The ad reads, in part: “Only 36˝overall weighs only 5 1/2–lbs. Shows only slight use, lightly oiled, test fired and head spaced, ready for shooting.

Turned down bolt, thumb safety, 6–shot, clip fed. Rear open sight. Fast loading and fast firing.” Oswald purchased the C20–T750 option for $19.95, which was equipped with “Brand New Good Quality 4X Scope.”

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Scarce yearbook from the assassin’s final stint in school 212. Lee Harvey Oswald. Original

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

Starting Bid $200

213. Jack Ruby. Customer’s draft bank check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out and signed by Ruby, payable to Running Creek Kennels for $20, November 14, 1960. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“ It was not, as often said, that I was a violent tempered person. It was that I did not have temper enough and that I was a coward” 214. Robert Stroud. Very lengthy ALS signed only at the top, “From Robert Stroud P.M.B. 594, Alcatraz,” seven pages, 8.5 x 13, October 29, 1948. Stroud describes his childhood, evaluates his own psychology, and touches upon life at Alcatraz. In part: “You know how it worked out with me, I hated to fight, but I fought to win, I never fought unless I felt it was justified, and I still feel that I have been fully justified in everything I have done, but when I was under sentence of death I spent a lot of time thinking these things over. I could not understand why one who loved peace as much as I did should have so much war…I sent and got books on psychology…I went back over my whole life and subjected each situation and incident to careful analysis, and I found out what was wrong with me. It was not, as often said, that I was a violent tempered person. It was that I did not have temper enough and that I was a coward, a coward before people of authority.” In very good to fine condition, with staining to the lower area progressing with each page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 87

Activists & Social Leaders Crisp signature from, transmitted by his son 288. John Brown. Ink signature, “Your Affectionate Father, John

Brown,” on a light blue 4 x 1 slip clipped from the close of a letter.

Includes the original transmittal letter written by Brown’s son, John Brown, Jr., in full: “Although my father’s autograph has become scarce, I yet take pleasure in sending it to one who bears the name Sherman, an honored name in Ohio.” In fine condition, with fading and light toning to the son’s transmittal letter. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Darrow’s defense of a boy murderer 289. Clarence Darrow. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, June 24, 1935. Letter to Philip Leibsohn. In part: “Some time ago I wrote to you, but have not received a reply—about the L—Messner case, about which you know, through Mrs. Messner, I understand. I have a letter from her now wondering what she had better do,—after having talked with you, she tells, and learned that you feel that it may not work out well to associate myself with Ex-Senator Clark in this matter on account of the unfriendly feeling between him and the one newspaper owner in your city…I know perfectly well that you can do the case more good than anyone that is liable to help…I likewise know that the lawyer that you suggest is the one that we should get; it would be of the greatest value to have some support from the paper, or,—at least to be able to prevent it from fighting it…I am not going to take any money from the Messners, I had hoped that some competent lawyer out there would act in their behalf without charging; but, perhaps no one will.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and Leibsohn’s retained carbon copy of his response, telling Darrow that he also feels “the boy has paid for his crime to society and now should be given the opportunity to rehabilitate himself,” and advising not to involve the ex-senator in the matter.

In 1927, the fourteen-year-old Lyle Messner was convicted of first degree murder after he confessed to killing a six-year-old girl, receiving a sentence of life in prison. The boy’s mother later asked Darrow if he would help in appealing the punishment. Darrow’s involvement drew widespread public attention to the case, and although he successfully convinced the parole board to review the sentence, the appeal failed. It was not until 1958 that the governor of Iowa commuted Messner’s sentence to a ninety-year term, making him eligible for parole. Messner, by then age forty-five, won his parole hearing the following year. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce and eerie portrait of the Scopes Trial defender 290. Clarence Darrow. Unusual matte-finish 7.5 x 10 Culver Pictures portrait of Darrow seated and smoking a cigarette, signed in the upper right in fountain pen. In very good to fine condition, with creasing to all four corners, and a missing lower right corner tip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Let our faiths sustain us” 291. Mohandas Gandhi. ALS in English, signed “M. K. Gandhi,” one page, 3.5 x 5.5, July 1, 1939. Short letter to a friend, in full: “I won’t argue. Let our faiths sustain us.” In fine condition. Gandhi’s message of nonviolence went hand in hand with the idea of respecting people of all denominations, and he once said, ‘True knowledge of religion breaks down the barriers between faith and faith and gives rise to tolerance. Cultivation of tolerance for other faiths will impart to us a truer understanding of our own.’ A wonderful letter which embodies this peaceful philosophy. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Appealing American Express receipt from MLK 292. Martin Luther King, Jr. Receipt for King’s American Express credit card, 4.75 x 3.25, dated October 12, 1963, for a charge of $87.38 at the Hyatt House Hotel in Los Angeles, California, signed at the bottom in black ballpoint, “Martin L. King, Jr.” Framed and in fine condition, with a couple cancellation holes to signature, a diagonal crease to lower right, and an authentication label affixed to right side. A desirable and uncommon format. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Historic account of the Montgomery Bus Boycott 293. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Signed book: Stride Toward Freedom.

Later printing. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1958. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 9.25, 230 pages.

Signed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint, “Martin L. King, Jr.” In fine condition, with a light block of toning and ballpoint notation to the signed page, and chipping, sunning, and paper loss to the dust jacket. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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King appeals for unity and support in the summer of 1967 294. Martin Luther King, Jr. TLS signed “Martin,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Southern Christian Leadership Conference letterhead, August 7, 1967. Letter to Marian Bruce Logan, in part: “Our Board Meeting is approaching and we contemplate a very challenging and urgent session. Your in depth thinking is certainly needed on the total agenda especially the crisis that we face in our cities. In view of the riots and the overall crisis that our nation faces, SCLC is going to have to assert itself even more and accelerate present programs to new dimensions. In order to implement this, your moral and financial support is greatly needed…

Of the 1500 delegates that we expect, at least 500 will be coming to the Convention from Black Belt areas of the deep South and we are having to assume the expense of the majority of them. We feel, however, that it is necessary to encourage them to participate in the Convention in order to provide them with the information and inspiration they need to return to their deprived communities and carry on the fight for human dignity.” Logan added several pencil and ballpoint notations to the margins. In fine condition, with mild creases and a few trivial stains.

Violent race riots erupted all over the nation in the summer of 1967, the worst of which came in Newark and Detroit in mid-July. These two riots left nearly seventy dead and well over one thousand people injured. At the convention in August, King addressed the direction of the Civil Rights Movement in his famous address ‘Where Do We Go From Here?,’ in which he astutely commented on the riots and situation in America: ‘We still have a choice today: nonviolent coexistence or violent co-annihilation. This may well be mankind’s last chance to choose between chaos or community.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

295. Nelson Mandela. Color glossy 11 x 8.5 photo of Mandela after exiting an airplane, signed in blue felt tip, “N. Mandela, 22. 11. 2000.” In very fine condition.

Consignor notes that the signature was obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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President Mandela’s Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony 296. Nelson Mandela. Exceptional program for a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring President Nelson Mandela at the Capitol Rotunda on September 23, 1998, 6 x 9.5, signed on the front cover in black ink, “N. Mandela, 18.1.99.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Titanic & Maritime Sought-after bronze medal for an RMS Carpathia crewmember 297. Carpathia. Scarce bronze RMS Carpathia commemorative medal, 1.25 x 1.5, with a raised design of the vessel with icebergs and several lifeboats from the Titanic, bordered by two fish, with Neptune’s head and an anchor at the top and bottom. The reverse is dominated in raised text, in full: “Presented to the Captain, Officers & crew of R.M.S. ‘Carpathia,’ in recognition of gallant and heroic services from the survivors of the S.S. ‘Titanic,’ April 15th, 1912.” Manufactured by Dieges & Clust of New York.

Medal is attached to a period red, white, and blue ribbon. In fine condition, with some light staining to the ribbon.

The RMS Carpathia was the first vessel to respond to and discover the lifeboats of the Titanic in the early hours of April 15th, cautiously making its way through ice fields and rescuing a total of 705 survivors. Upon their arrival in New York three days later, officers and crew were awarded medals to memorialize the rescue. Presented by surviving passenger Margaret (Molly) Brown, a total of 320 medals were bestowed, with the officers receiving silver examples and the remaining crew bronze; Captain Arthur Rostron was given a gold medal and silver cup. A treasured and significant keepsake from the Titanic rescue mission. Starting Bid $200

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A son lost in the Titanic disaster 298. Titanic. ALS signed “W. X. White,” one page, 7 x 9, January 14, 1916. Letter ad-

dressed to “The Secretary, White Star Line, Liverpool,” in full: “Re: ‘Titanic.’ I am instructed

by Mr. John McEvoy of Farraneglish Queens County whose son Michael McEvoy lost his life in the above to write to you with reference to compensation. He understands that the Company proposes dividing £128,000 in compensation and wishes me to make a claim on his behalf.” In fine condition. Michael McEvoy boarded the Titanic at Queenstown as a third class passenger and perished in the disaster, his body never recovered. This letter comes in the aftermath of the White Star Line’s settlement in an agreement made on December 17, 1915, which was for a total sum of $664,000 to be disbursed among the claimants.

Starting Bid $200

“Correspondence re Bonds Lost on S. S. Titanic” 299. Titanic. Archive of correspondence regarding $87,000 worth of bonds for the Wabash Railroad Company being transported via the Titanic that were destroyed in the disaster, totaling 27 pages, consisting of various letters and carbon copies bound together in a single file. The cover sheet notes the subject as “First Refunding and Extensions Mortgage Bondholders’ Committee. Correspondence re Bonds Lost on S. S. Titanic,” with contents dating from April 19, 1912, to December 6, 1912. The earliest letter, in part: “You will have received the duplicate of our letter per ‘titanic’ from which you will see that $87,000 of the above bonds handed to us for deposit were sent out by that unfortunate steamer, and have been lost…We are now engaged in collection…from Lloyds Underwriters…In the circumstances we leave the matter of replacing these bonds to your goodselves. The depositor will expect to get Certificates of Deposit at as early a date as possible.”

Responding about replacing the bonds shipped “by steamship ‘Titanic’ and lost,” a letter of April 30th requests “the serial numbers of these bonds.” Answering, another letter informs that the bonds “as shipped by Steamship ‘Titanic,’ are as follows: No. 1332/1417 and 1425.” Two carbon copy typescripts of an affidavit certifying the accuracy of these bond numbers are included. A carbon copy of the letter enclosing the affidavit is also present, in part: “Through the loss at sea of the steamship ‘Titanic,’ all of these bonds have been destroyed, and it is desired that new bonds, of like tenor and date, including coupons and bearing the same serial numbers, shall be certified and delivered.” The letter is signed in type by the committee members submitting the request, with names including noted financiers Bernard Baruch, Robert Goelet, and Robert Fleming.

Following various related correspondence, the final letter reads, in part: “I am glad to at last be able to advise you that Certificates of Deposit, representing the $87,000…lost on the steamship ‘Titanic,’ have been issued by The Equitable Trust Company of New York.” In fine condition, with some light staining to the covers and general light handling wear. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 93

300. David Ben-Gurion

301. Annie Besant

302. British Scientists

303. John C. Calhoun

304. Fidel Castro

305. Jean-Martin Charcot

306. John Cockroft

307. Dalai Lama

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308. Moshe Dayan Starting Bid $200

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309. Benjamin Disraeli Starting Bid $200

311. Frederick Douglass Starting Bid $200

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310. DNA: James D. Watson Starting Bid $200

312. William Duer Starting Bid $200

313. Thomas Edison Starting Bid $200

314. William Fargo

315. Anna Freud

316. Indira Gandhi

317. Rajiv Gandhi

318. German Philsophers

319. Mikhail Gorbachev

320. Billy Graham Starting Bid $200

321. Hermann von Helmholtz

324. Robert F. Kennedy

325. Robert F. Kennedy

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322. Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Starting Bid $200

326. Robert F. Kennedy Starting Bid $200

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323. Alexander von Humboldt

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327. King Charles X and King Louis-Philippe Starting Bid $200

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328. King Edward VIII Starting Bid $200

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329. King Edward VII Starting Bid $200

332. King George III and King William IV

331. King George III

334. King Hussein of Jordan

335. Seth Kinman

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333. King George IV

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330. King George III

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337. Henry Laurens

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336. King Louis XV

338. V. K. Wellington Koo

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339. Ferdinand de Lesseps Starting Bid $200

340. Li Ruihuan and Helmut Kohl Starting Bid $200

341. Robert Todd Lincoln Starting Bid $200

342. Lindbergh Kidnapping

343. Lindbergh Kidnapping

344. Lindbergh Kidnapping

345. Joseph Lister

346. Norman Lockyer Starting Bid $200

347. Lusitania: Drury and Foley

348. Timothy Matlock

350. Elijah Muhammad

351. Benito Mussolini

352. Jawaharlal Nehru

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349. Pedro Montt Starting Bid $200

353. Rosa Parks Starting Bid $200

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354. Nobel Prize Winning Physicists Starting Bid $200

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355. Linus Pauling and Robert Corey Starting Bid $200

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356. Linus Pauling

357. Juan Peron

358. Juan Peron

360. Timothy Pickering Starting Bid $200

361. William Pitt the Younger

362. Pope Benedict XVI

364. Joseph Pulitzer

365. Buford Pusser

366. Queen Victoria

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368. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Starting Bid $200

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369. Jonas Salk Starting Bid $200

359. Jean Piaget Starting Bid $200

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363.

Prince Rainier of Monaco

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367. Yitzhak Rabin and Shimon Peres Starting Bid $200

370. Eleanor Shuman and Millvina Dean Starting Bid $200

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372. Supreme Court Justices

373. Roger B. Taney

374. Josip Tito

375. Donald Trump

376. Donald Trump

377. Donald Trump Starting Bid $200

378. Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr

371. Harlan Stone

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379. Henry Vane

380. Fred M. Vinson

381. Morrison R. Waite

382. Morrison R. Waite

383. Earl Warren

384. Booker T. Washington

385. Edward Douglass White

386. Oliver Wolcott, Jr

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military Scarce letters by the controversial ‘Clive of India’

387. Robert Clive. British officer (1725–1774) who served as commander-in-chief of British India and established the supremacy of the East India Company in Bengal. Sought-after pair of ALSs: an ALS signed “Clive,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, October 17, 1769, to Sir George Colebrooke, chairman of the East India Company. In part: “I take the liberty to trouble you with such Recommendations as I wish should be attended to…Captain Tonyn of General Elliott’s light Dragoons, has already proposed himself to you and the Certificates he can easily obtain of his military Conduct will have more weight with you than any Solicitation of mine. However I will just say that I have his Success at Heart. Liet. Lambert, at present in the 7th Reg’t of Dragoons is a Gentleman I have long wished to serve…Lieut. Popple has sent me Copies of some very honorable Certificates from Officers under whom he has served…He is so well recommended that he cannot be set aside. Lieut. Anson’s friends have solicited me strongly in his Behalf…Capt. Weller is an old officer in your Service, and as he is now desirous of going again to India, I should hope you would not find him deficient.” The second was written by Robert Clive to Colebrooke on behalf of his wife, signed “M. Clive,” one page, November 26, 1769, also requesting the consideration of a soldier’s promotion. In overall fine condition, with a few small areas of light staining. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

Lamenting the death of a general at Borodino 388. Marquis de Lafayette. ALS in

French, signed “Lafayette,” five pages on two adjoining sheets plus address leaf, 6.5 x 8, October 10, 1812. Letter following the Battle of Borodino, fought on September 7, in which Napoleon captured Moscow. In part (translated): “I received my dear your letter of September 30. It found me in sorrow of loss which our compatriots from Haute Loire are very interested in. My dear and good friend Louis Romeuf was one of the victims of the terrible battle of the 7th. His rank of general had reassured me by reading the bulletin; but he is not the only one of that rank with whom we have not spoken, and we knew by private letters and then by the list sent to the Minister of the misfortune that will not be more painfully felt in his family than it is in mine.” In fine condition.

Romeuf had begun his military career in the Paris National Guard as adjutant to General Lafayette in 1789, and was captured along with Lafayette by Austrian troops in 1792. After their release five years later, Romeuf distinguished himself as a commander and was bestowed the title of Baron of the First French Empire by Napoleon in 1810. Shot at the Battle of Borodino, he died of his wounds two days later and his name is one of those inscribed on the Arc de Triomphe. A much longer letter than typically seen with excellent personal and military content.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

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389. Anthony Wayne. Revolu-

tionary War general (1745–1796) whose daring tactics earned him the nickname ‘Mad Anthony.’ Ink signature, “Yours most truly, Ant’y Wayne,” on an off-white 5 x 1.5 slip permanently affixed to an engraved portrait of Wayne. Framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 18.5. In very good condition, with moderately heavy overall toning; Wayne’s signature remains extremely bold.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

Panic in the Confederacy as Sherman closes in on Atlanta 390. Jefferson Davis. Civil War–dated ALS signed “Jeffer. Davis,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 4, The Southern Telegraph Companies letterhead, July 5, 1864. Letter to Governor Joseph E. Brown of Georgia regarding troop dispositions and strengths.

In full: “Your telegram of yesterday received. I am surprised to learn from you that the basis of the comparison I made on official reports and estimates is unreliable. Until your better knowledge is communicated I shall have no means of correcting such errors, and your dicta cannot control the disposition of troops in different parts of the Confederate States.

Most men in your position would not assume to decide on the value of the service to be rendered by troops in distant positions. When you give me your reliable statement of the comparative strength of the armies, I will be glad also to know the source of your information as to what the whole country expects, and posterity will judge.” In very good condition, with small edge separations to fragile intersecting folds, chipping to edges (affecting a couple words), and light toning. Accompanied by a cabinet photo of Davis bearing a secretarial signature. Originally purchased from Walter R. Benjamin Autographs and accompanied by the original paper folder. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Governor Brown constantly butted heads with President Davis throughout the Civil War, calling him a dangerous tyrant. He used every opportunity to decry the mistakes of the central government in Richmond, and in this case had sent Davis a message condemning his decision to not send the cavalry after Sherman’s forces. Despite Brown’s prescient warning that failing to cut off Sherman’s supply lines could result in the loss of Atlanta, Davis dashed off this enraged telegram in reply. A superb example revealing the disarray and dissension within the Confederate ranks as the Union Army progressed into the South. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

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“A skillful artillerist who has seen much service” 391. Jefferson Davis. Lengthy

Civil War–dated ALS, signed “Jeffer. Davis,” two pages both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, March 14, 1862. Letter to Confederate States Senator C. C. Clay. In part: “I have in compliance with your request read the paper herewith returned, you will find pencil marks and letters for reference, in reading these notes.

When independent companies were tendered for organization, the Captains as other persons might recommend but could not choose, the right to select being confined to the Executive. I have no recollection of such action by the Captains as is described, either as the unanimity or persistency, see ‘a’ & ‘d.’ In relation to Colo. R. Johnson there must be a misapprehension as to Mrs. Lee’s position see ‘b.’ My recollection is that Colo. J. was required for another position preferable to him. Colo. Anderson declined because of physical inability to serve as proposed, not to waive in favor of Capt Withers. The age and service of these officers named if compared with that of Capt. W. will furnish the reason of preference...Capt. Wood tendered his resignation so as to avail himself of an offer in La. for service with Vols. In the field, but an instructed Cavalry officer, as Lt. Col. Being applied for by the Cavalry Regt. of La. & Missi., Capt. Wood was assigned to temporary rank for that purpose, without acting on his resignation...The classification of officers of the permanent list had been on the basis of length of service. The exceptions when accidental or designed are no doubt understood in the Adjt. Genl’s office.” In fine condition, with light toning and old mounting traces to edges, and a bit of show-through from writing to opposing sides. Accompanied by a full transcription.

Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection.

Davis was provisional president of the Confederacy beginning in February 1861, but was not officially elected to a full six-year term and inaugurated until February 22, 1862. It was around this time that the Union launched the Peninsular Campaign, its first large-scale offensive in the Eastern Theater. Davis is especially desirable in war-dated material, and this unusually long letter rife with military content is a standout example. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

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Davis elicits an order to his nephew and future aide-de-camp 392. Jefferson Davis. Civil War-dated LS, one page, 8 x 9.75, Confederate

States of America, Executive Department letterhead, January 6, 1863. Letter to Colonel John T. Wood, in full: “You will proceed without unnecessary delay to such points in the State of North Carolina as will enable you to carry out the verbal instructions which have been given to you. Upon the completion of the duty herein indicated, you will return to this city and report to me in person.” In fine condition. John Taylor Wood was the son of Union General Robert Wood and Anne Taylor, the daughter of Zachary Taylor. Following his exploits as an officer aboard the CSS Virginia, Wood was appointed as an aide-de-camp to his uncle, President Davis. With his promotion Wood undertook an extensive survey of Confederate coastal defenses and led a series of successful raids against Union shipping in Chesapeake Bay during the summer of 1863. Precertified PSA/DNA. MB $300

Scarce 1861 endorsement from Stonewall, granting leave of absence to a worried husband 393. Thomas J. ‘Stonewall’ Jackson. Civil War–dated endorsement signature, “T. J. Jackson,” penned on the docketing panel of a letter written to him by Colonel Kenton Harper of the 5th Infantry, one page, 5 x 8, August 29, 1861. Jackson approves an endorsement in another hand, in full: “Hd Qrs 29 [Aug.], 1st Brigade, Respectfully approved & forwarded.” Harper’s original letter, in full: “I have just received intelligence of the serious illness of my wife, of such a nature, indeed, as induces me to apprehend I shall never see her again alive.

Under the circumstances I feel constrained by the highest obligations of duty to ask leave of absence for a few days.” Adjacent to Jackson’s approval is a note in another hand dated August 30, noting that the leave was subsequently “disapproved.” Professionally restored to very good condition, with a circular area of paper loss affecting a few letters of Harper’s letter, two words of the endorsement, and a few letters in the August 30 endorsement, which has been expertly conserved and in-filled with the missing text added; the piece also has repaired separations to intersecting folds, scattered foxing and soiling, and substantial brushing to one word in Jackson’s handwritten endorsement. Accompanied by a letter by Harper tendering his resignation, a document signed by Thomas G. Rhett granting him permission to return home, and a document signed by George Deas noting that Harper’s resignation had been accepted and was in force.

At the outbreak of the Civil War, Harper chose to follow his home state of Virginia in support of the Confederate cause, and was given command of the 5th Virginia Infantry on April 10, 1861. Eight days later he led a raid to seize the US Army arsenal at Harpers Ferry. Although retreating Union troops set the arsenal ablaze, he managed to salvage nearly 4,000 of the 15,000 muskets stored there, as well as valuable gun milling equipment and tools. Jackson arrived ten days later to assume command of the occupied Harpers Ferry and incorporated the 5th Virginia as part of his brigade. Harper fought alongside Jackson at the First Battle of Bull Run in June 1861, and according to unsubstantiated reports it was Harper who drew General Bernard Bee’s attention to Jackson’s brave stand during the battle that earned him his famous moniker. Although Stonewall had approved of Harper’s request for leave to tend to his ailing wife, it was General Joseph E. Johnston who ordered Jackson to rescind the authorization. An interesting piece endorsed by one of the Confederacy’s most sought-after generals. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $500 www.RRAuction.com | 103

Pickett’s uniform expenses from his West Point graduation 394. George E. Pickett. Autograph endorsement, “Receipt in full from Earl Jr. & Co., pr Attorney, G. E. Pickett,” on the reverse of a manuscript DS, signed “Charles D. Solding, Agent for Earle & Co.,” one page, lightly-lined, 7 x 10, November 14, 1850. Payment account related to various items Pickett ordered from Boston clothier John Earl, Jr. and Co. between May 1844 and August 1846. The purchases date to the period in which Pickett was preparing to graduate from Westpoint in June 1846. Transactions include: “1 Blk dress coat 25—1 Unif. frock 25,” “1 tweed sack 8—1 pr blk pants 9.50,” “1 pr fancy doc pants 8.50—1 fancy vest 5,” “1 pr. silk gloves 1—1 pr suspenders 1.25.” “1 Uniform frock,” and “1 und. frock 25—Sword 18—Sash 18.” Crisply signed on the reverse by Pickett. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

Early Custer document from his first command, ordering supplies “to care for the sick horses in the Brigade” 395. George A. Custer. Scarce Civil War–dated partly-printed DS,

signed “Approved, G. A. Custer, Brig Genl Comdg 2d Brig,” one page, 8 x 10.25, September 10, 1863. Special requisition document for the Third Brigade, Second Division, Cavalry Corps, requesting material “to care [for] the sick horses in the Brigade.” Among the items listed are “One Case Veterinary Instruments,” “Saltpeter,” “Glauber Salts,” “Linseed Oil,” “Turpentine,” “Castile Soap,” “Sponge,” “Burgundy Pitch,” “Mustang Liniment,” “Two Horse Syringes,” “One Shoulder Needle pointed,” and “One Spring Lance.” Signed at the conclusion by Custer and countersigned twice by a quartermaster. In very good condition, with partial separations to horizontal folds, moderate scattered staining, a few chips to edges.

The Second Brigade of the Third Cavalry Division was Custer’s very first command, having been promoted just a few months earlier at the end of June. Put under heavy stress in harsh conditions, the Union’s cavalry horses often suffered from disease, exhaustion, and starvation in addition to battlefield wounds and accidental injuries. The US War Department took measures in March 1863 to provide better care for horses, authorizing a veterinary surgeon to be appointed for each cavalry regiment with the rank of sergeant-major. Given its early date and pertinence to the cavalry’s horses, this is an ideal Custer document.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $500

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McAuliffe and Bradley—a collision of two American generals

396. Anthony McAuliffe. Two items: fountain pen signatures, “A. C. McAuliffe,

Nuts!” and “Omar Bradley,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.25 clipped card; and an ALS signed “A. C. McAuliffe,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 29, 1969. In full: “I regret that I was never a Scout, although I have always greatly admired the organization and contribute to it. My son still cherishes his merit badges and the skills which they represent. He loves the outdoors, is accomplished in woodcraft and camping and appreciative of nature. All this he learned as a Scout, and I have learned much from him. Of course, he is also a clean liver with high moral principles.” In overall fine condition, with trimmed edges and light toning to the card. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

Nimitz as chief engineer of the US Maumee in 1917 397. Chester Nimitz. World War I-dated DS, signed “C. W. Nimitz,” one page, 8 x 10.5,

July 18, 1917. Written aboard the USS Maumee, a payment statement to a supply officer, in full: “1. You are authorized to pay to Elrod, W. W. (CPM), the sum of $51.00, provided that amount may be due him.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Nimitz as the commanding officer. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy photo of Nimitz.

Shortly after the United States declared war on Germany, Nimitz was made chief engineer of the Maumee when it served as a refueling ship for the first squadron of US Navy destroyers to cross the Atlantic. Nimitz supervised the Maumee when it conducted the first-ever underway refuelings. An exceptionally early document signed less than a month before he was made aide to Rear Admiral Samuel S. Robison. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

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Patton’s Third Army steams through France— “We are killing Germans to beat Hell!”

398. George S. Patton. World

War II-dated ALS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10, Headquarters, Third United States Army, Office of the Commanding General letterhead, August 24, 1944.

Letter to secretary Helen Sprigg, in full: “I apologize for being such a poor correspondent but I have been quite busy. I had thought that you would be in Europe by now as I asked Gen. Arnold to send you. If and when you get home let us know.

We are hard to catch however. Col. Hastings and Gen. Gay are fine.”

Patton adds a brief postscript, “P. S. We are killing Germans to beat Hell!”

In very good to fine condition, with scattered light overall creasing, and a block of uniform toning from prior display. Helen Sprigg Tracy served as Patton’s secretary at the War Department before later rejoining the general’s staff In Germany in August 1945, three months after the Allies announced the surrender of Nazi forces in Europe; Sprigg transcribed Patton’s wartime diaries following his untimely death later that same year.

The battle record of Patton’s Third Army became active on August 1, 1944. Under the general’s singular directive of ‘Seek out the enemy, trap him, and destroy him,’ the Third Army and its Red Ball Express supply convoy rolled practically unimpeded through France. However, by the time Patton’s army had crossed the Marne River on August 28th, their rapid progress had ultimately distanced themselves too far ahead of other Allied forces and supplies. Low on fuel and ammunition, the Third Army’s early combat success waned considerably over the next four months, forcing the Third Army into several costly stalemates with German blockades. Brimming with exceptional wartime content, this is an exemplary handwritten letter from one of America’s finest military minds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $500

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Reminiscences of World War I 399. George S. Patton. World War II–dated TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 7 x 10.25, Headquarters I Armored Corps letterhead, April 13, 1942. Letter to John B. Shinn. In full: “I certainly appreciate your kind thought in sending me those clippings of the last war in which we had such a good time together, and I shall, with your permission, retain them for my scrap book. Please accept my congratulations on your son, who has unquestionably made remarkable progress in civil life and in the army. I am sure that he will continue to gain promotion, because, as you well know, there is always plenty of room at the top.”

Handsomely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 23 x 19.5.

In very good to fine condition, with several intersecting folds and tape to top corners. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

400. Erwin Rommel. TLS in German, signed in pencil, “Rommel,”

one page, 8.75 x 11, August 1, 1933. Letter to his publishers Mittler & Sohn, Berlin, about his book Zug und Kompanie. In very good to fine condition, with light edge toning and chipping. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. MB $200

401. Erwin Rommel. Deckle-edge 3.5 x 5.5 Hoffmann postcard

photo of the ‘Desert Fox,’ signed across the bottom in pencil, “Rommel.” In fine condition, with light contrast to signature. Precertified PSA/DNA. MB $200

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Civil War weapons, uniforms, & artifacts Scarce example of the 11th New York carbine

402. 11th NY Volunteer Sharps and Hankins Short Cavalry SRC. Sharps and Hankins Short Cavalry Carbine, serial number 9612, .52 rimfire, 19˝ barrel with a very good bore that has minor freckling and mild pitting within the grooves. This is one of 1000 or so short cavalry carbines with USN inspector markings (“P/WCW”) on the frame. The metal has an overall dark patina with plum-brown mixing with pewter gray throughout and scattered small peen marks and minor blemishes (heaviest at the muzzle and along the lower wrist tang and lever). The rear sight is a period replacement and the sliding safety next to the hammer has been removed. The walnut buttstock has an added varnish finish throughout over numerous small handling marks and blemishes and the brass buttplate has developed a pale yellow patina. The barrel lock-up is still tight and the mechanism is fully functional. These carbines were known to have been used by the 11th New York Cavalry Regiment and are often referred to as the “11th New York Model”. They are rare weapons and are seldom seen in any condition; this example is in good-very good antique condition. MB $300

Rare Blakeslee box for the Spencer rifle 403.

Blakeslee Cartridge Box.

Exceptional hexagonal leather-covered tin and wood box, measuring 3.5 x 12 x 2.75, containing ten original cartridge tubes for the Spencer carbine rifle, with crisp and legible government and maker marks on the front: “Blakeslee Cartridge Box, US, Patd Dec. 4, 1864, Reissued Feb. 7, 1865,” and “W. H. Wilkinson, Maker, Springfield, Mass., U.S.” The original dark brown leather is slightly crazed and in fine condition, and seams intact except for a single short split on one side at the mouth. The leather covering has shrunken slightly over time exposing a bit of the underlying tin and the closure tab of the hinged lid is broken at the bottom. The brass fittings all have a pleasant ochre patina and what appears to be an old Bannerman price tag is attached to the angled brass fitting on the side wall. An overall outstanding, rarely seen piece. MB $300

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405.

Civil War Carbine Socket. Leather

404. Civil War Ammunition. Attractive display of twelve different types of lead bullets used during the Civil War, all excavated from Fredericksburg, Virginia, handsomely displayed together in a 13.75 x 10.75 case, with types including: .44 Colt Army Model; .58 Washington Star Base; .56 Smith Carbine; .69 Musket Ball; .58 Standard Minie; .58 Williams Cleaner; .54 Mississippi Rifle; .54 Burnside Carbine; .56 Spencer Carbine; .58 Confederate Rifle (fired); .52 Sharps Carbine; and .58 Harpers Ferry Arsenal. In fine condition. MB $200

carbine socket, 2.5˝ diameter and 2.25˝ tall, retaining its metal buckle.

In very good condition, with light cracking and a small area of loss near seam. This was attached to a cavalry trooper’s saddle to hold his gun in place and prevent it from flapping against the horse while riding. The carbine was also secured by a sling on the trooper’s body, a dangerous practice as a fall from the horse resulted in him being dragged until he could free himself. MB $200

406. Civil War Item from Private Eldridge from New York Infantry. Excellent grouping of items from Sergeant James W. El-

dridge. First, a November 1, 1862, document confirming the promotion of Private James W. Eldridge to the rank of Sergeant in Company A, 127th New York Volunteer Infantry, signed by Lt. Colonel Stewart L. Woodford (in lieu of the commanding officer, Colonel William Gurney) and countersigned by the regimental adjutant, 1st Lieutenant John L. Little, in well-executed Spencerian script. The document has a uniform shade of overall toning, not affecting its legibility, and several intersecting folds, otherwise fine condition. Archivally matted and framed (so both sides may be viewed) to an overall size of 26 x 16.5, along with a large, double-sided bronze medallion depicting the arms of the state of New York on the obverse; and an engraved presentation on the reverse. The shield-shaped medallion has a rich red-ochre patina throughout with some faint trace of brighter metal visible within the engraving itself. Also included is a carte-de-visite of Eldridge wearing a federal enlisted frock coat. On the front of the card is written in pencil, “Eldridge, James W.”, while on the reverse is: “1864/July 11/James W Eldridge/Sergeant/Co A/127th NYSVol/Infantry/Morris Island/SC.” James William Eldridge was 21 when he enlisted as a private on August 8, 1862, mustering into Co. A, 127th N.Y. Infantry on September 8.

He was promoted to Corporal on October 6, and to Sergeant on November 1 (as noted in the framed certificate). Eldridge was discharged for promotion on August 12, 1864, and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in Co. I, 23rd U.S. Colored Infantry the same day; just prior to the war’s end, he was promoted once more to 1st Lieutenant, and finally mustered out on May 5, 1865. After the war he embarked on a quest to preserve and document the struggle between the states by collecting artifacts and through his correspondence with participants on both sides of the conflict becoming one of the first serious collectors of Civil War memorabilia and items. The bulk of Eldridge’s collection today forms a part of the Henry E. Huntington Library collection in San Marino, California, but deaccessioned portions (of which these items were a part) were sold in October of 1910 by Walter H. Murray of Providence, Rhode Island. Also included with the items are copies of documents relating to Eldridge’s life and service. Oversized. MB $200

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407. Civil War Non-Commissioned Officer’s Waist Belt. Dark

brown bridle leather non-commissioned officer’s belt, 32˝ long and 1.75˝ wide, retaining its handsome original brass buckle with federal eagle design. The belt is in very good condition and brass buckle has a nice, rich patina, the silver wreath is solid, and it is unnumbered. This pattern of belt was adopted by the US Army around 1852 to be worn by noncommissioned officers in conjunction with an over-the-shoulder sword belt. An especially attractive Civil War–era piece. MB $200

Colt revolver produced in 1863 408. Colt Revolver Model 1860. Civil

War–era Colt Revolver Model 1860, serial number 119515, .44 caliber, 7.5˝ barrel with a fine, bright bore that has some mild freckling within the grooves towards the muzzle. This is an 1863 manufactured revolver that has mostly matching numbers, including the wedge (although the arbor has been renumbered to match). The metal has a fairly uniform, mottled pewter gray patina with mild freckling. The frame and lever have the same gray patina, and the cylinder retains about 40–50% of the original naval battle scene. There is minor freckling and pinprick pitting on the sides of the hammer, and numerous small peen marks on the right side of the barrel breech surrounding the wedge. The backstrap has a darker, more mottled gray patina, and the triggerguard has an overall pale yellow-ochre color throughout with some spots of ruddy tarnish forming along the sides. The walnut grip is in good shape with an old, added oil finish over moderate handling marks and surface blemishes, as well as some moderate-heavy wear at the butt. No inspector cartouches are visible on either side. The gun is fairly tight with some rattle, and the mechanism is functional. In good overall condition. MB $200

409. Confederate Richmond Lab Gang Mold. Large ten-cavity bullet mold, weighing over six pounds and measuring 14˝ long, which casts a waisted teardrop bullet .61˝ long of 149 grains for a .36 caliber paper cartridge. These are described in Thomas’s Round Ball to Rimfire as Richmond lab third-pattern balls for combustible cartridge.

Mold is in very good condition with a rusted patina and still holds three balls. MB $200

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Remarkable relic from Ellsworth’s captured Confederate flag 410. Confederate Flag Fragment. His-

torically significant red swatch of the Confederate flag removed from the Marshall House by Col. Elmer E. Ellsworth during the Union’s advance on Alexandria, Virginia, on May 24, 1861. The swatch measures approximately .75 x .75 and is affixed to a sheet along with an ink signature of one of Ellsworth’s men, “Compliments of Frank E. Brownell,” who avenged his death that day. Includes a newspaper clipping from the late 1890s describing the relic as having been given by Brownell to William H. Van Every, one of his former schoolteachers. Nicely mounted, matted, and framed along with portraits of Ellsworth and Brownell to an overall size of 29.5 x 13. In fine condition.

The Marshall House was a hotel in Alexandria run by ardent secessionist James W. Jackson, who shot and killed Col. Ellsworth after he removed the Confederate flag flying atop the hotel. Ellsworth, a prominent military leader and close friend of Abraham Lincoln, thus became the first officer killed in battle in the war. Reacting immediately to Ellsworth’s death, Brownell killed Jackson; this was the first Civil War deed to merit the Medal of Honor, which he was finally awarded in 1877. Ellsworth and Jackson were seen as martyrs for their respective causes, with ‘Remember Ellsworth’ becoming a popular patriotic slogan on the Union side. Relics associated with this important early incident are highly sought after, and a similar flag remnant belongs to the Smithsonian Institution. Oversized. MB $300

Large Hotchkiss round recovered from Gettysburg 411. Gettysburg Canister Round. Hotchkiss canister round manufactured for use in the US 3˝ Ordnance Rifle, measuring 8˝ long and 3˝ in diameter, with a weight of just over seven pounds. The walls of the case are two sheets of tin, crimped at the front, with two soldered seams along the sides. The oxidized lead base is marked in raised letters within the cupped bottom, “Hotchkiss, 3˝, Jan’y 7 1862 Patent.” There is a narrow base where it joins the canister, and when fired the soft lead expanded into the gun tube’s rifling, causing the round to spin as it exited the muzzle and broke apart. Some old surface rust is present on the nose of the canister, the oblique pattern indicates that the round was unevenly covered in water or moist soil for a prolonged time prior to recovery. This fantastic artifact was recovered from Gettysburg and sold by The Horse Soldier as part of the well-known Geiselman Collection of Gettysburg recovered items.

These canister rounds are very rarely found and are of the utmost desirability. MB $200

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Confederate cartridge box from the Gettysburg battlefield 412. Gettysburg: Confederate Cartridge Box. Exceptional

cartridge box constructed of coarse russet leather, measuring 8 x 7.5 x 2, unmarked but boasting all characteristics of a Confederate manufactured piece. Made in a pattern similar to the Federal Model 1842 cartridge box, this specimen retains its seldom-seen original painted linen sling, measuring approximately 52˝ long and 1.5˝ wide. The sling has two layers stitched together along the edges as well as diamond-pattern stitching through the center for added durability. The box’s side stitching and flap stitching is original and tight, and this example retains its two crudely made iron roller buckles (though one is detached from the bottom). The small lead finial is missing, as are the tin boxes that would have been inside. The leather is dry and stiff with some slight cracking and creasing but remains remarkably strong.

This incredibly desirable piece was originally acquired from the estate of a Gettysburg family after having been passed down through generations. It was initially recovered from the battlefield by a family member back in 1863 shortly after the fighting had ended and kept as a treasured family heirloom. Confederate leather accouterments are scarce, and as this example was left behind at the most famous battle of the Civil War it is of the utmost desirability. Provenance: The Horse Soldier. MB $500

The first bolt action rifle adopted by the US

413. Greene Breech-Loading Bolt Action Rifle. Civil War–era Greene breech-loading, bolt action rifle, no serial number, .53 caliber, 35˝ barrel with some small dark spots of pitting in the otherwise bright, excellent Lancaster oval bore rifling. The metal of this rifle has an overall plum-brown patina with mild freckling along the exposed portions of the barrel, receiver, and bolt. The ring-shaped, bottom mounted hammer and trigger guard tang have some traces of the original blue that blends into a mixed gray, and plum-brown patina. The bolt release button on the top tang is functional, but does have some light surface damage and some impact marks around the edges. The walnut stock has light surface blemishes and handling marks throughout with some small chips along the edges of the ramrod channel, and some further bruising at the buttplate on both sides. A short, hairline crack is present at the toe of the butt on the left side. There are no discernible inspector cartouches on the wrist, but there is a series of “C” stamps in the wood along the crest of the comb, and stamped into the metal on the buttplate tang. The rifle is mechanically excellent and a correct, trumpet-shaped ramrod is included. The Greene was sold to Russia just prior to the outbreak of the Civil War, when it became the first bolt action rifle adopted by the US Ordnance Department, with a total of 900 pieces purchased. Some very small quantities were sold to various state militia units via William Read & Sons. This is a very good to fine example of a desirable US rifle. MB $300

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414. Wm. H. Horstman and Sons 1850 Foot Officer’s Sword. Wm. H .Horstman and Sons

1850 foot officer’s sword featuring a 31 3/8˝ blade with a fuller to within 9˝ of the tip. The smaller fuller comes to within 10.5˝ of the tip. The ricasso reads “W. H. Horstman and Sons, Philadelphia,” and shows the king’s head mark of Gebruder Weyersburg of Solingen with who Horstman had a lengthy business relationship. The blade back has the “iron proof” mark on the spine. The heavily etched blade has “E Pluruis Unum” on the right side and “U.S.” on the left with martial panoplies and acanthus leaves on both sides. Horstman was at several different addresses in Philadelphia from 1785–1854 with various names and partnerships. The company was generally considered to be an assembler of swords, making very few parts itself. This example has a rare fish skin scabbard with all gilt brass fittings and gilt brass guard. The grip is also of wire wound fish skin. The fish skin scabbard is a rare feature and indicates a special order item and thus incredibly scarce. MB $200

415. Lt. Col. Silas Hunter. Impressive

collection of items identified to Lt. Col. Silas Hunter, who served in the 2nd Indiana Home Guard, the 11th US Colored Troops, and the 57th US Colored Troops, including: a beautiful presentation key-wound pocket watch by American Watch Co. in a golden case, engraved on the outside with his initials, “SH,” and engraved inside, “Presented to Lt. Col. S. Hunter by the Line Officers of his Reg. as a token of their esteem, Dec. 6th 1866”; Hunter’s field glasses marked “Merchant Marine, Paris” on the eyepieces, with a leather-wrapped body; four original documents including military commissions signed by Edwin M. Stanton and Lorenzo Thomas; and an impressive circa 1870s print of a charcoal portrait of Hunter presented in its 23 x 28 period frame. In overall very good to fine condition. Accompanied by several newspaper clippings related to Hunter. A desirable collection from a senior officer of the US Colored Troops. MB $500

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417. Lefacheux Model 1854 Revolver. Civil War–

416. James Patent Artillery Bolt. Solid shot version of the distinctive, hollow-base projectile for use with the muzzle-loading 14-pounder James Rifle. The projectile measures just under 4˝ in diameter and stands 6 7/8˝ from base to the pointed tip, and weighs 12 lbs. 5 oz. The cast iron bolt has a generally rough surface with an overall dark brown patina that also exhibits brighter red oxidation along the helical slits around the base. The base was originally covered by a sheet tin and canvas covered soft lead sabot but these would’ve been shed almost immediately upon leaving the muzzle of the gun.

These distinctive projectiles are quite desirable and this example is in very good condition. MB $200

era Lefaucheux Model 1854 Revolver, serial number 32117, 12mm pinfire, 6.25˝ barrel with a very good bore that has some dark freckling within the grooves. This is a so-called ‘cavalry’ model revolver with trigger guard spur and has an overall mildly freckled pewter gray patina with some specks of very light pinprick pitting along the cylinder face and traces of the original bright blue at the extreme rear of the cylinder where the metal was protected by the recoil shield. The Lefaucheux ‘opened pistol’ trademark over “LF” stamps are crisp and clear on the right side of the revolver while the football-shaped manufacturer’s marking on the left side of the frame is still clearly legible. The French walnut grips are in very good condition with numerous small handling marks and blemishes in the original oil finish on both sides. There are two very small chips at the toe of the grips on either side. The mechanism is tight and functions flawlessly.

This Lefaucheux falls towards the tail end the Civil War serial range, making it a desirable example of a fully functional Civil War–era pinfire revolver. Accompanied by six rounds of assorted pinfire ammunition (three 12mm shorts, one 12mm long, and two 9mm). As an antique gun this will transfer without any restrictions. MB $200

418. Lucius W. Pond Belt Revolver. Civil War–era Smith & Wesson–labeled Lucius W. Pond Belt Revolver with unit marking for the 8th New Hampshire Veteran Infantry, serial number 4957, .32 rimfire, 6˝ octagon barrel with a fine, bright bore that has a few minor spots of freckling within the grooves. This revolver has matching numbers on the frame, cylinder, barrel, and cylinder arbor, with the metal having an overall plum-brown patina with some minor handling marks and faint surface scratches scattered about. Additionally, there is mild silvering present along the high edges and projections, and the court mandated “Manuf’d for Smith & Wesson Pat’d April 5, 1855” stamp on one of the barrel flats. The walnut grips are faintly numbered to the gun on the interior and are in fine condition with scattered minor handling marks and surface blemishes, as well as “Co D 8TH NHV” stamped in small capitals on leading edge of the left panel. The lock-up of the revolver is still firm, the action functions flawlessly, and the original screwdriver is still in place at the butt. Pond revolvers were manufactured with blatant disregard of the Rollin White patent owned by Smith & Wesson that covered the bored-through cylinder. After losing the ensuing lawsuit, production ceased and any Pond revolvers still in the warehouse (just under 4,500 in total) were stamped with the S&W patent dates, as with this example. The 8th NH Volunteer Infantry (three year enlistment) began recruiting in September of 1861, mustering in at Camp Currier in Manchester the following month. The regiment sailed to the Gulf of Mexico as part of Gen. Benjamin Butler’s command and occupied Forts Pike, Wood, and Macomb near New Orleans. The regiment saw extensive service in Louisiana including the Siege of Port Hudson, Alexandria, and Sabine Pass. The regiment transitioned to mounted service in late 1863, becoming the 1st NH Cavalry, and subsequently renamed the 2nd NH Cavalry in March of 1864 until their enlistments expired and the original regiment ceased to exist. Those enlisted men and officers still in service following the discharge of the bulk of the regiment were reformed as the 8th NH Veteran Battalion in January of 1865 and were stationed in Natchez until ordered north for honorable discharge in late October. This revolver is a great piece of history, with regards to both a major piece of 19th century corporate litigation, and a long serving Federal unit that fought in the Civil War. As an antique gun this will transfer without any restrictions. MB $200 114 | June 15, 2016 | Civil War Weapons, Uniforms, & Artifacts

Massive Maine-made target rifle 419. New England Target Rifle.

Impressive New England Target Rifle Made in Bangor, Maine, by Charles V. Ramsdell, no serial number, .48 caliber, 33.75˝ heavy octagon barrel with an excellent, bright bore. This is a twenty-pound behemoth of a percussion target/sharpshooter type rifle and was built by Ramsdell circa 1861. This rifle is of a type commonly made by Ramsdell and is similar to those used by the Maine Sharpshooter’s Company, but does not have a provision for a ramrod. Rather, a flared metal bench rest was once fitted to the underside of the barrel about 6˝ back from the muzzle but has since been removed. The barrel retains most of the original browned finish with scattered mottling and freckling throughout (most noticeably on a faded area along the top flats about one foot back from the muzzle). Additional silvering and fading is present on the high edges and two filled holes are present along the top just ahead of the breech where a scope or tube sight was once installed (a period globe front sight and windage-adjustable lollipop rear sight are currently installed). The barrel is maker marked: “C.V. Ramsdell, Bangor, Me, Cast Steel,” as is the back-action lockplate which retains slightly muted original color case-hardening mixing with a dull pewter gray around the edges. The walnut stock has a swooping cheek-piece and a mellow original oil finish with scattered light handling marks and small blemishes. Additionally, there is a short with-the-grain crack running back from the pewter forend cap on the right side, a stable cross-grain crack on the top of the wrist on the right side, and a small repair on the right side of the stock belly just aft of the wrist. The stock furniture retains the original color case-hardening as does the wrist tang. The lock functions flawlessly and the double set triggers have a crisp, extremely light let-off. Charles Ramsdell was perhaps the best known and highest quality gun maker in Maine before the Civil War, working from 1850 to around 1870. For reference see pages 68–70 of Maine Made Guns and Their Makers by Dwight B. Demeritt. MB $500

Drawn by a Medal of Honor recipient 420. Petersburg Hand-Drawn Map . Expertly hand-drawn map of Petersburg, Virginia, by Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Louis Henry Carpenter, showing the city and its immediate surroundings with roads and major thoroughfares marked in red, and main rail lines delineated as well. The map measures 14 x 11.25 and is drawn in black and red ink on polished cotton rather than paper, labeled in ornate letters on the lower right corner: “Petersburg and Vicinity. Headquarters Cavalry Corps.

A. P., Drawn by L. Henry Carpenter, Lieut. 6th U.S. Cav: A.A.D.C.” The cloth, which is folded into eighths, is in fine condition with the lettering and symbols still crisp and clearly legible, while the cloth has mild foxing scattered evenly across the surface.

Louis Henry Carpenter enlisted in the US Army on November 1, 1861, and mustered into Co. C, 6th US Cavalry. He was commissioned a second lieutenant in July of 1862 and served in Gen. Buford’s division at Gettysburg. In October of 1864 he was promoted to lieutenant colonel of volunteers and assumed the position of executive officer in the newly formed 5th US Colored Cavalry, a unit made up primarily of ex-slaves and freedmen. Carpenter ended the war as a colonel of volunteers and remained in the army, volunteering for service in the 10th US Cavalry in Kansas. He led his ‘Buffalo Soldiers’ for the next thirteen years of almost continual combat fighting in the ensuing Indian Wars, winning the Medal of Honor for his part in several actions during the campaign.

During the Spanish-American War, Carpenter, by then a brevet brigadier general, was appointed a military governor in Cuba following the Battle of Santiago de Cuba. He served in that capacity until his retirement on October 19, 1899, with the rank of brigadier general. An exquisite piece of Civil War history—a beautiful object in its own right crafted by the hand of a true American hero. MB $300

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Rare pre-Civil War Sharps 421. Sharps New Model 1859 Carbine. Rare Sharps

New Model 1859 Carbine with brass fu rn itu re , se ri a l number 33009, .54 caliber, 22˝ barrel with a very good bore that has dark freckling within the grooves. This is a 2nd variant New Model carbine with matching numbers that has the early brass furniture and friction ridges on the back of the breechblock. The barrel and frame have developed a dark plum-brown patina over time with mild pinprick pitting at the muzzle and along the other exposed metal. The lockplate was cleaned to a somewhat grayer patina in the past with crisp markings and visible work marks. The rear sight is missing both the long range slider and the right side hinge piece, but is still held firmly in place. The walnut forend and buttstock have an added military oil finish over numerous handling marks and blemishes scattered throughout the wood. There are initials crudely carved into the right side of the buttstock just ahead of the patchbox: “JT,” and there are no indications of US inspector stamps on the left side of the wrist. The brass patchbox, buttplate, and barrel band have developed a mellow, dark ochre patina over time and there is a short, with-the-grain crack running forward from the patchbox hinge plate, a repaired chip at the toe, and a repaired with-the-grain crack along the bottom of the forend running through the screw bolster. The action is tight and fully functional, and this is a great looking pre-Civil War Sharps with early features that would make a great addition to any collection. Ref. Sharps Firearms by Frank Sellers; 1978. MB $500

Union surgeon staff on a disastrous day of battle 422. Union Surgeons. A mounted 9 x 6.75 photo

of a group of Union surgeons, affixed to a 11.25 x 9.25 mount, identified in the lower border: “Surgeon Jackson in Charge of the 4th Division 9AC [9th Army Corps] Hospital of the Army of the Potomac. And the Operating Staff July 30/64 Petersburg Va. There was 1500 Wounded this day at the Burnside Mine Explosion in this Hospital, Hancock Station. Petersburg, Va.” Handsomely cloth-matted and framed with the two epaulets of Jackson’s major’s uniform and his hand-carved insignia to an overall size of 23.5 x 17. Scattered soiling to mount and the caption apparently originally done in pencil and traced over in bold black ink, otherwise fine condition. A label affixed to the backing of the frame noted that these items were found in the home of the granddaughters of Eben Jackson (seated on the right) in 1948, with a note that reads: ‘Eben Jackson was made Surgeon of the Colored Troops on Feb. 3, 1864

by Sec. of War.’ On July 30, 1864, in the Battle of the Crater and the day this photograph was taken, the Union Army exploded a mine, blowing a gap in the Confederate defenses of Petersburg, Virginia. An ill-prepared division led the assault and charged into the crater, where they became trapped; Gen. Robert E. Lee ordered his forces to go along the rim of the crater and open fire on the Union troops below. The disaster at the Battle of the Crater cost the Union 3,798 killed, wounded, and captured; the Union wounded went to Eben Jackson’s hospital. MB $200

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423. United Confederate Veterans Reunion Kepi. Gray woolen kepi manufactured by the famous Pettibone Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio, with a 2 5/8˝ high crown at the front and a 4 1/8˝ diameter top disk. The wool is in fine shape and untorn, but has a few minor spots of insect damage on the disk. The tarred leather peak has squared edges and typical dark green lining. The top surface has some crazing, as well as a single small spot of flaking under the braid strap where it meets the crown. The strap is missing one of the original gilt brass side buttons and the “U. C. V.” hat device is missing, although the sheet brass encircling wreath is still present. The interior of the kepi has an intact brown leather comfort band, torn sateen lining, and gilt-stamped maker’s label on the interior of the top disk: “The Pettibone Mf’g Co., Society, Military & Band Goods, 165 Elm St. Cin. O.” This is a very nice piece of postwar veteran’s memorabilia and is in very good-near fine overall condition. MB $200

United Confederate Veterans uniform from a survivor of Pickett’s Charge 424. United Confederate Veterans Uniform.

Well-made, single-breasted men’s coat made of gray satinet wool identified to Confederate veteran Private James H. Norris of the 56th Virginia Infantry. The jacket has five Virginia Seal buttons down the front with three matching cuff buttons on each sleeve; the buttons are in excellent condition and were manufactured by both Horstmann in Philadelphia and C. Wendlinger of Richmond. The coat has two slash pockets at the front and a plum-brown cotton lining with small name tag sewn under the collar. The front of the coat has five different U. C. V. [United Confederate Veterans] badges and pins: Norris’s Southern Cross of Honor; a celluloid pin and ribbon with likeness of Gen. Stonewall Jackson; 1921 dated U. C. V. Dept. of Virginia Annual Encampment badge; a small third-pattern Confederate National Flag; and a rare “Token of Peace” medal with ribbon and bar (these were presented by the Philadelphia Brigade to the survivors of Pickett’s Division at the 1913 Gettysburg Reunion). Also included is Norris’s brown felt slouch hat with brass “U. C. V.” wreath device and pale blue hat cord.

The size 7 hat has a fashionably rumpled look and has an intact leather comfort band with partial maker’s label embossed on the interior. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a large binder detailing Norris’s service history, as well as some provenance detailing the possession of the coat and hat by his descendants.

James H. Norris was 18 when he enlisted in the 88th Virginia Militia and was assigned to Co. H, 56th Virginia Infantry less than two months later. The 56th was a hard fought unit and Norris saw combat at Second Bull Run, South Mountain, Fredericksburg, Antietam, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg where the 56th formed part of Garnett’s Brigade in Pickett’s Division. Norris was one of the few who survived the gauntlet of Pickett’s Charge and was finally captured at the stone wall near Cushing’s Battery in the center of the Union line. Norris spent the rest of the war as a prisoner and was paroled after the Confederacy surrendered. A spectacular selection of items once owned by a veteran who survived some of the hardest fighting ever witnessed on American soil. MB $500 www.RRAuction.com | 117

425. US 1850 New York Foot Officer’s Sword. US

1850 foot officer sword presented to Lieutenant E. V. Burk of the New York National Guard, measuring an overall 34 5/8˝ long with a with a 29˝ slightly curved, single-edged blade having wide and narrow fullers and 2/3 length etched panels. The steel is not maker nor retailer marked and has a mostly bright original polish that exhibits dark brown freckling and mild pitting for about 5.5˝ at the tip on either side with clear patriotic designs along the forte (eagle and flags on the obverse, large “US” on the reverse). The brass hilt has a mixed yellow-ochre and ruddy brown patina, darkest on the counterguard, and has some traces of the original gilt finish remaining on protected areas. The shagreen grip is lightly worn and has a few strands of the original braided wire wrap remaining at the pommel, and the slightly short leather scabbard has a lightly flaked surface, heaviest along the reverse, and numerous small scuffs and minor blemishes throughout. The Ames-marked brass throat is period engraved, “Presented to Lieut. E. V. Burk by his Comrades of G Company 71st Regt. N.G.S.N.Y. July 4th 1869,” and has a mixed reddish-brown and yellow patina which is also present on the middle band and on the slightly dented tip chape. The 71st Regiment, New York National Guard was founded in 1850 as the ‘American Guard’ and served in the Civil War, both in combat as well as suppressing the New York City draft riots. Following the war the regiment reverted to state service and was used on several occasions to quell subsequent riots and labor disputes until service in the Spanish-American War. MB $200

426. Vermont Civil War Model 1861 Rifle-Musket by Lamson, Goodnow and Yale. Vermont Civil War Model 1861 Rifle-Musket

by Lamson, Goodnow & Yale, no serial number, .58 caliber, 40˝ barrel with a fine, bright bore that has some light freckling within the grooves.

This rifle-musket has an 1863 dated “L.G. & Y., Windsor VT.,” marked lockplate with an undated barrel marked “V/P/(eagle head)” on the on the left flat. The metal has an overall dark pewter gray patina that has dark mottling and some freckling evenly scattered throughout the metal.

There is some mild pitting surrounding the nipple and bolster with some further minor pitting along the correct tulip-head ramrod. The walnut stock is likewise in a very good condition with a nice added military oil finish added over numerous light handling marks and blemishes, heaviest on either side of the buttstock, as well as a deep scratch that is now filled with resin on the right side just behind the wrist, and a short but deep scratch on the left side at the first barrel band. The original inspector’s cartouche, while faint, is still visible on the left side opposite the lock. The stock looks to be original and has not been sanded. A very nice example of a desirable US Civil War contract musket. MB $300

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Classic thirteen-star American flags

427. US Flag, 13-Star. Hand-stitched wool bunting flag with thirteen stars and thirteen stripes, made circa 1850–1870, measuring 51.5 x 30.25 overall with a 23.25 x 15.75 canton. The bunting is woven from machine spun threads and has a flat linen hoist measuring approximately 1.75˝ across. The single-sided stars are arranged in a 3:2:3:2:3 pattern and are white linen with exposed stitching on the reverse. The flag has small holes through the bunting scattered regularly about the fabric and there is moderate fraying and tattering at the corners of the reinforced fly. The linen hoist has two stitched grommets at the corners. Overall, the colors have faded over time to attractive, mellow-toned hues, and there is a handwritten label in ink on the hoist: “1 1/2 AAH/500 J.t. Welch.”

This is an attractive mid 19th century flag and is in good plus condition. MB $300

428. US Flag, 13Star. Hand-stitched

wool bunting flag with thirteen stars and thirteen stripes, made circa 1850–1870, measuring 49 x 30.25 overall with a 23 x 17.25 canton.

The bunting is woven from machine spun threads and has a tubular linen hoist measuring approximately 1˝ in diameter and having stitched grommets on the ends. The singlesided stars are arranged in an unusual pattern: a horizontal line of three surrounded by two mirrored arches of five stars. The stars are white linen with exposed stitching on the reverse.

The flag has small holes through the bunting scattered regularly about the fabric and there is moderate fraying and tattering along the edge of the reinforced fly. Additionally, there are spots what may be old dried glue along the some of the fly. The colors have faded over time to attractive, mellow-toned hues with brown toning to the stars. This is an attractive mid 19th century flag and is in good-near very good overall condition. MB $300

429. US Flag/Ensign, 13-Star. Late 19th/early

20th century wool bunting flag with thirteen stars and thirteen stripes, measuring 97 x 50.5 overall with a 28.75 x 37 two-piece canton. The bunting is finely woven from machine spun threads and has a tubular linen hoist measuring approximately 1.25˝ in diameter with fairly crude, stitched grommets on the ends. The double-sided white linen stars are arranged in a typical 3:2:3:2:3 pattern. The flag has small holes scattered about the fabric, and there is noticeable fraying along the edge of the fly. The colors are still fairly vibrant, although the stars and, to a slightly lesser degree, the white stripes have a general brown toning throughout. This was most likely used as a boat ensign during its period of manufacture. The thirteen-star flag was used as the US Navy’s small boat ensign until 1916 due to the visibility of the stars at a distance on the smaller flags necessary for boat use. This is a handsome example of a thirteen-star ensign and is in fine overall condition. MB $300

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430. Henri Gratien Bertrand

431. Edouard Mortier

432. Michel Ney

433. Duke of Wellington

434. Revolutionary War

435. Revolutionary War

436. Revolutionary War

437. Revolutionary War

438. Henry Sewall

439. Richard Varick

440. Edward D. Baker

441. Battle of Appomattox

442. Battle of Proctor’s Creek

443. Hiram Berdan

444. Civil War Physician

445. Jefferson Davis

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446. George G. Meade

447. Winfield Scott

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449. American Battles

450. John J. Pershing

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452. James H. Doolittle MB $200

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456. Ruptured Duck MB $200

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451. John J. Pershing

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453. Ernest J. King

448. Philip H. Sheridan

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454. Montgomery of Alamein

455. World War II

457. Yamamoto Mission

458. Military Leaders

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aviation 462. Curtiss NC-4 Fabric Swatch. Flown

459. Aviators. Collection of four checks, each signed by an aviator, including: Walter Wellman, Richard E. Byrd, St. Clair Streett, and Ralph Cousins. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

fabric presentation created by the Smithsonian Institution featuring an affixed dark brown 2 x 2 swatch of wing fabric removed from the Curtiss NC-4 Flying Boat that made the first transatlantic flight in 1919. Framed to an overall size of 16 x 21.

In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

463. Douglas World Cruiser #2 ‘Chicago’ Fabric Swatch. Flown

fabric presentation created by the Smithsonian Institution featuring an affixed brown 2 x 2 swatch of wing fabric removed from the Douglas World Cruiser ‘Chicago’ that made the first around-the-world flight in 1924. Framed to an overall size of 16 x 21. In fine condition.

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460. Aviators. Collection of

five checks, each signed by an aviator, including: Igor Sikorsky, Eddie Rickenbacker, Pappy Boyington, Joe Kittinger, and Boris Sergievsky. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

461. Bleriot XI Fabric Swatch.

Flown fabric presentation created by the Smithsonian Institution featuring an affixed beige 2 x 2 swatch of wing fabric removed from the Bleriot XI. Framed to an overall size of 16 x 21. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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464. Fokker D-VII U.10 Fabric Swatch.

Flown fabric presentation created by the Smithsonian Institution featuring an affixed brown 2 x 2 swatch of wing fabric removed from Lt. Heinz von Beaulieu-Marconnay’s Fokker D-VII ‘U.10.’ Framed to an overall size of 16 x 21. In fine condition.

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465. Amelia Earhart. Neat fountain

pen signature, “Amelia Earhart,” on an offwhite 8.5 x 6 sheet of letterhead belonging to a Dr. Louis M. Golden.

In fine condition, with two vertical folds not touching the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

468. Lorin Wright. The Winters National Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out and signed

by Lorin Wright, “Wright Brothers,” payable to Lorin Wright for $25.35, August 3, 1912, and endorsed on the reverse in black ink by Wright. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

466. Anne Morrow Lindbergh. DS,

three pages, 8.5 x 13, March 1, 1977. Document headed “Estate Tax Compromise Agreement in the Estate of Charles A. Lindbergh, Deceased,” in which his widow agrees to pay $31,516.31 to the state of Hawaii and $64,394.77 to the state of Connecticut. Signed at the conclusion by Anne Morrow Lindbergh and countersigned by officials from both states, including Connecticut Governor Ella Grasso. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Provenance: The Everett Fisher Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

469. Orville Wright. The Winters National Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, payable to The Dayton Power & Light Co. for $4.62, April 21, 1917. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Flown on Lindbergh’s record-breaking Sikorsky seaplane 467. Charles Lindbergh. Uncommon postal cover

flown aboard the record-setting flight of the Sikorsky S-42 Pan American Clipper, 9.5 x 4, with a cachet honoring the seaplane’s eight speed records set on August 1, 1934, vertically signed along the left side in fountain pen, “C. A. Lindbergh—Nov. 1935.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

470. Chuck Yeager. Two covers: an FDC, 6.5 x 3.5, with a

cachet honoring WWII front-line reporter Ernie Pyle and an X-1 Sound Barrier Flight stamp, signed in blue ballpoint by Chuck Yeager; and an FDC, 7.5 x 3.75, with a cachet honoring the 50th anniversary of the first supersonic flight, signed in pencil by Yeager, and in black ink by Fred Ascani, Bob Hoover, and Bob Cardenas.

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space The Mercury 7 suit up 471. Mercury 7. Wonderful vintage official glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of the original Mercury seven astronauts posing in their silver space suits, vertically signed on or near their respective images in ink or ballpoint, “Walter M. Schirra, Jr.,” “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” “Donald K. Slayton,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “John H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Leroy Cooper, Jr.,” and “M. Scott Carpenter.” Reverse bears an official NASA photograph stamp. In fine condition. Uninscribed and fully signed photos of the Mercury seven team remain one of the more sought-after collectables amongst space enthusiasts, with this particular example enhanced furthermore by its crisp image and strong condition. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $500

472. Gus Grissom. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of a drenched Grissom talking on the phone after his Mercury mission, signed in fountain pen, “Virgil I. Grissom.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

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Apollo 9 Robbins medal from a moonwalker’s personal collection 473.

Apollo 9.

Flown Apollo 9 Robbins medal, approximately 1-inch diameter, with a raised design on the face of the mission insignia.

The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the last names of astronauts James McDivitt, Dave Scott, and Rusty Schweickart, as well as “March 3–13, 1969” and is serial numbered “146.” Medal is encapsulated in a plastic NGC holder and graded MS64.

Medal is accompanied by the original case, labeled “146.”

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 9 silver medallion number ‘146’ 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…Each astronaut crew designed the medallions for their mission and had them produced by the Robbins Company…The medallions were carried aboard the spacecraft during the mission and returned to the crew after the mission. Apollo 9 medallion number ‘146’ included with this letter has been in my personal collection since the mission.” Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $300

“Flown aboard Apollo 9, March 3–13, 1969” 474. Apollo 9. Flown embroidered

Apollo 9 mission patch, measuring 3.5” in diameter, signed and flightcertified on the reverse in blue felt tip, “Flown on Apollo 9, Dave Scott CMP.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity from Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 9 patch included with this letter was flown aboard Apollo 9, March 3–13, 1969…This Apollo 9 patch has been in my personal collection since we returned from the mission.” Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

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475. Apollo 11. Incredibly desirable official color 10 x 8 NASA lithograph of the Apollo 11 crew in their white space suits, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong and in black felt tip by Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $500

476. Neil Armstrong. Color satin-

finish 10 x 8 photo of the X-1B test aircraft, signed in black felt tip

by Armstrong. In fine condition. A desirable uninscribed example of a photo not commonly seen. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

477. Neil Armstrong. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Armstrong in his white spacesuit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Brian Bessler—Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with light creasing and surface impressions. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

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478. Neil Armstrong. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Armstrong posing in his white spacesuit, prominently signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal letter from NASA’s offices dated October 22, 1971.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $300

479. Apollo 11. Attractive color third edition of the Apollo 11 Deep Space Reentry Recovery Planning Chart, 41.25 x 13.5, dated June 17, 1969, displaying recovery lines for the Atlantic, Indian, and Mid Pacific oceans, as well as airfields and tracking stations. Lithographed by ACIC 6–69, and prepared under the direction of the Department of Defense by the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center. Rolled and in fine condition, with general light handling wear. MB $200

480. Apollo 11. First

edition of the Apollo 11 Lunar Module Descent Chart, sheet No. 2, 48 x 12.5, displaying the lunar terrain designated as landing site No. 2, listing craters like Taruntius, Messier, Secchi, Lubbock, Censorinus, and Maskelyne. Lithographed by ACIC 7–69, and prepared under the direction of the Department of Defense by the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center. Rolled and in fine condition, with general light handling wear. MB $200

Bean’s rare ‘Type 3’ Yankee Clipper insurance cover

481. Apollo 12. Rare Apollo 12 ‘Type 3’ insurance cover with a cachet showing a Yankee Clipper ship against a lunar background, bearing a November 14, 1969, Kennedy Space Center launch date postmark, signed in black felt tip by Alan Bean, Dick Gordon, and Charles Conrad.

Notation on the reverse in Bean’s hand reads, “Insurance cover from my collection, Apollo 12 LMP.” In fine condition, with some light staining to the back flap. An attractive cover produced only in very small quantities, with excellent provenance from the mission’s Lunar Module Pilot.

Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

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Uncommon ‘Type 4’ cover from the LMP

482. Apollo 12. Apollo 12 ‘Type 4’ insurance cover with an emblem cachet honoring the crew and lunar landing, signed in black felt tip by

Charles Conrad, Dick Gordon, and Alan Bean. Desirably certified as an insurance cover by LMP Bean in black felt tip on the reverse, “Insurance cover from my personal collection. Alan Bean, Apollo 12 LMP.” In fine condition, with two letters of Conrad’s signature showing one time exposure to moisture. A fantastic fully signed cover from the crew of the second lunar landing. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

Flown Apollo 13 commemorative cover— the first we have ever offered

483. Apollo 13. Exceptionally rare flown Apollo 13 commemorative cover carried on board the command module Odyssey by commander James Lovell, 6.5 x 3.5, bearing a color cachet of the mission insignia with a stamped limited edition box in the lower left corner, numbered 30/50, postmarked on the front and reverse, Ellington Air Force Base, Texas, April 19, 1970, and signed in black felt tip by Lovell, Ken Mattingly, and Fred Haise. Also signed and flight-certified by Lovell on the flap in blue ballpoint, “This cover (#30 of 50) was carried into space and around the moon on the flight of Apollo 13 approved as storage in my personal preference kit, James Lovell.” Additionally, the lower left reverse is signed and certified in pencil by former NASA Manned Spacecraft Center Stamp Club President Matthew I. Radnofsky, a NASA engineer who aided in the preparation of the Apollo 13 PPK covers, in full: “19 April 1970, USPO hand-back cancellation service provided at Ellington, AFB. Attest: M. I. Radnofsky.” In very good to fine condition, with Lovell’s signature on the front, and his notation on the back flap, affected by one time exposure to moisture. An incredibly rare and sought-after item that marks the first such example of a flown Apollo 13 cover we have ever offered at auction. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $300

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From the personal collection of the Apollo 13 commander 484. Apollo 13. Unflown Apollo 13 sterling silver medallion struck by the Franklin Mint, approximately 1.5˝ in diameter, with a raised design of the mission insignia on the face and depictions of the Odyssey and Aquarius spacecraft encircled by the original astronauts’ names on the reverse. The medal is serial numbered “0015” and stamped “Sterling” on the edge. In fine condition. Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Apollo 13 Commander James Lovell, in part: “I hereby certify that this Apollo 13 sterling silver Franklin Mint medal #0015…is one of the 200 original specimens that were made for me to take aboard the mission…This medal is from my personal collection and has been in my possession since the mission.” An attractive Robbins medal made all the more desirable by the presence of the original CMP, Ken Mattingly, who was swapped out for Jack Swigert three days before launch. Because of the last minute change to the crew, all of the flown medals were melted down and restruck with the names of the final crew. Despite its unflown status, this remains an appealing example of a preliminary Apollo 13 Robbins medal. MB $200

“Used during launch, mission operations, and on the surface of the Moon during Apollo 15”

485. Apollo 15. Flown scissors carried aboard the Apollo 15 mission and used on the lunar surface by Commander David R. Scott, measuring 8.25˝ long, manufactured by Weck. The stainless steel surgical-style scissors are engraved on the side with the NASA part number, “SDB42100059-202,” and serial number, “1028,” with “Weck U.S.A. Stainless.” Three red swatches of Velcro are affixed near the screw. In fine condition, with good spring tension and some adhesive surrounding the Velcro swatches. Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 15 CDR surgical scissors…are from my personal collection and were used during launch, mission operations, and on the surface of the Moon during Apollo 15…The red Velcro tab identifies the Commander’s scissors to facilitate attachment and stowage. They were located in a pocket strapped onto the leg of my spacesuit (Pressure Garment Assembly) at launch and transferred to the leg of my in-flight coverall garment during cabin operations. The scissors could be used for many different contingency operations in the lunar module on the surface, during EVAs, and during orbital operations. However, the primary use of these scissors on Apollo missions was to open plastic food pouches…These CDR surgical scissors have been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” There are only eleven pairs of these scissors that went to the lunar surface; only seven of those pairs are thought to be available to the public. A fantastic tool extensively used on the lunar surface by the seventh man to set foot on the moon. MB $1000

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Lunar surface Silver Snoopy pin 486. Apollo 15. Flown

sterling ‘Silver Snoopy’ pin, ‘Type IV’ carried on board Apollo 15, and carried in the pocket of Dave Scott’s space suit during all three mission EVAs. Pin measures approximately .5˝ tall, and is marked on the reverse with a lowercase “r,” stamped “Sterling,” and also stamped “United Features Syndicate,” underneath the pin. Pin also retains its clutch back and is pinned to a white 5 x 3 card on which Scott has written in black felt tip, “Apollo 15 Snoopy Pin (carried in pocket on [lunar] surface) Dave Scott, Sept 29, 2014.” Accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part, “I hereby certify that the Silver Snoopy Pin included with this letter was carried in the pocket of my A7L-B spacesuit during Apollo 15…This Snoopy Pin was carried during each of our three EVAs at Hadley Apennine site, including the highest point reached on Hadley Delta Mountain. The location of the pocket in which the Snoopy Pin was carried can be seen in the photo above.” A small printed photo of Scott on the lunar surface is at the top of the letter identifying the pocket. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $300

Rarely seen oversized American flag, “flown in lunar orbit for 6 days aboard the Apollo 15 Endeavor spaceship” 487. Apollo 15. Supremely desirable flown American flag, 11.5 x 7.75, signed and flightcertified in blue ballpoint by Commander David Scott, “This flag was flown in lunar orbit for 6 days aboard the Apollo 15 Endeavor spaceship, July 26–August 7, 1971. Dave Scott, CDR.” In fine condition, with vertical folds through the center and near the right edge, and some light wrinkling near the edges. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the large United States flag included with this letter…is from my personal collection and flown in lunar orbit for six days aboard the CSM Endeavour during Apollo 15, July 26–August 7, 1971…After orbiting the Moon for a day in preparation for the landing, Jim Irwin and I landed the lunar module ‘Falcon’ on the Moon between Hadley Rille and the Apennine Mountains…During the three days we were on the Moon, Al Worden flew the ‘Endeavor’ solo in lunar orbit…The ‘Falcon’ remained on the lunar surface for 66 hours and 54 minutes, after which we launched and completed a direct rendezvous…and docking with the…‘Endeavor’ in lunar orbit, after which we spent two more days in lunar orbit conducting scientific experiments and photography…This large Apollo 15 US Flag has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” Flown flags are usually considerably smaller than this example, and as a flag of the United States—the first and only nation to put man on the moon—it is one of the most sought-after formats in the hobby. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $500

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From the South Pole to lunar orbit 488. Apollo 15. Flown American flag, 5.5 x 4, carried to the South Pole in 1970, and flown to lunar orbit during the Apollo 15 mission. Flag is signed on three white stripes in blue ink, “Dave Scott, carried to South Pole, Antarctica, Jan 9–15, 1970. Flown to the moon aboard Apollo 15, July 26–Aug 7, 1971.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part, “I hereby certify that the United States flag included with this letter…is from my personal collection and was carried to the South Pole, Antarctica…and then flown in lunar orbit for six days aboard the CSM Endeavour during Apollo 15…I was a member of the NASA contingent of six on an official visit to Antarctica from 9 through 15 January 1970…Throughout the journey, I carried the attached United States flag in the pocket of my parka as a symbol of exploration…This South Pole/ Apollo 15 US flag has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” In fine condition. Flags carried on any Apollo mission are highly desirable, with this particular flag making an extra trip to the bottom of the world. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $500

Scarce Pucci-designed ‘Silver XV’ flown patch 489. Apollo 15. Scarce flown

Apollo 15 mission patch with the addition of an embroidered silver “XV” hallmark near the center, measuring almost 4˝ in diameter, signed and flight-certified on the reverse in blue felt tip, “Flown to the Moon, Dave Scott CDR.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity from Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 15 patch (with silver ‘XV’) included with this letter is from my personal collection and flown in lunar orbit for six days aboard the CSM Endeavor during Apollo 15…This cloth patch… features the Apollo 15 crew insignia designed by Emilo Pucci…the Roman numerals ‘XV’ are embroidered in silver thread on the edges of the crater rims in the center, and the initials of Emilo Pucci (‘EP’) are reproduced as a hallmark in the lower center…This special Apollo 15 patch has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $300

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Made with flown silver from the storied ‘1715 Spanish Plate Fleet’ 490. Apollo 15. Apollo 15 Robbins medal,

approximately 1.5? in diameter, with a raised design of the Apollo 15 mission insignia on the face and engraved on the reverse with the launch date of July 26, 1971, moon landing date of July 30, 1971, and return date of August 7, 1971, encircled by the words “Man’s Flight Through Life Is Sustained by the Power of His Knowledge.” The sterling silver medal is serial numbered “230” on the edge and includes its original matching case. Condition is mint state.

Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Dave Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 15 medallion number ‘230’ included with this letter is from my personal collection and contains silver from the 1715 Spanish Plate Fleet that was flown aboard Apollo 15, July 26–August 7, 1971…Prior to the mission, 304 medallions were struck…due to spacecraft weight limitations, only 127 medallions were actually carried on the flight. However, in my Personal Preference Kit (PPK) I carried a Spanish silver bar salvaged from the treasure of the Spanish ‘Plate Fleet’ that was destroyed by a hurricane in 1715. After the mission the Robbins Company re-struck the 177 medallions that had not flown and included the flown Spanish silver bar in the mix…Thus the unflown medallions…actually contain this flown Spanish Plate Fleet treasure silver that was carried to the Moon during the mission. This Apollo 15 serial number ‘192’ has been in my personal collection since the mission.”…(MB $500

491. Apollo 15. Apollo

15 insurance c o v e r, 6 . 5 x 3.5, with a cachet of the Apollo 15 mission insignia, and a July 26, 1971, Kennedy Space Center postmark, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. Signed twice on the reverse by Worden, “From my personal collection, Al Worden, Apollo 15 CMP” and “Insurance Cover from my Personal Collection, Al Worden, Apollo 15 CMP,” and numbered “#39.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Worden which states, “I hereby certify that the commemorative postal cover number 39…was an Apollo 15 insurance cover. It has been in my possession since the flight in 1971.” Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

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“Jesus walking on the Earth is more important than man walking on the Moon” 492. Jim Irwin.

Appealing color semi-glossy 9.75 x 8 photo of Irwin saluting the American flag on the lunar surface, affixed to its original 15.75 x 13.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink, “To Calvin Presbyterian Church, ‘Jesus walking on the Earth is more important than man walking on the Moon,’ Jim Irwin Apollo 15, High Flight Foundation, 10 Mar 1984.” In fine condition, with a scratch to the image and some light soiling to the mount.

An atypically large presentation of Irwin’s idyllic lunar salute, made all the more desirable by its lengthy and reverent inscription. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication. MB $200

493. John Glenn

494. Mercury Astronauts

495. Mercury Astronauts

496. Alan Shepard

497. Buzz Aldrin

498. Buzz Aldrin

499. Buzz Aldrin

500. Buzz Aldrin

501. Buzz Aldrin

502. Buzz Aldrin

503. Alan Bean

504. Alan Bean

505. Alan Bean

506. Alan Bean

507. Alan Bean

508. Alan Bean

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509. Fred Haise MB $200

510. Jim Lovell and Fred Haise

513. Apollo 15

514. Apollo 17

516. Apollo-Soyuz

517. Skylab 3

520. Paul Weitz

521. Cosmonauts

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511. James Lovell and Gene Kranz

512. Edgar Mitchell MB $200

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515. Robert McCall MB $200

518. Paul Weitz

519. Kathy Thornton

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art, architecture, & design 523. George Catlin. American artist, author, and traveler (1796–1872) best known for his Indian Gallery, a monumental collection of paintings documenting the quickly vanishing customs, costumes, and cultures of various Native American peoples in their natural environment. ALS signed “Geo. Catlin,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, January 20, 1847. Lengthy letter to Putnam, his New York publisher, concerning several legal issues. In part: “I am extremely vexed that the box with the picture should have been so long on the way to London making its arrival so late in Washington. I was assured by the agent here that it would be delivered to you in 36 hours. The Lawyer’s Letter with account of costs is even more entirely unexpected & vexatious. I never gave him any authority to arrest Mr. Burrows or even to commence a suit against him…I intended…to have the account presented by an attorney in such a form as to alarm him…I never sued a man in my life before this and this has been done entirely without my knowledge…I never would have arrested or imprisoned the old man for 5 times the amount…It hurts me to think that the old man was arrested & imprisoned at my suit, as I never intended to imprison any friend or foe in my life…In the affair with Bohn…they have held back, putting a certain price upon their Books, and I believe, intending to look to me for their value rather than outlay anything…You may say at once to Mr. Bohn that as a means of preventing any further delay and difficulty, that I will take the Books…for cash, provided he pays me at the same time what is remaining due on our contract for the first hundred copies & for the copies delivered since that time.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

524. Marc Chagall.

Uncommon glossy 7 x 9 photo of Chagall seated on the floor, signed in the lower border in ink, “Marc Chagall 1971.” In fine condition, with some light surface creasing and irregular ink adhesion. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

525. Salvador Dali. Appeal-

ing color 16 x 12 print of Dali’s iconic 1931 painting ‘The Persistence of Memory,’ signed in the lower right in blue felt tip by Dali. Rolled and in fine condition, with light horizontal bends. Consignor notes that the signature was obtained by an in-person collector in NYC in the early 1980s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

526. Salvador Dali. Original felt tip sketch of artist Salvador Dali in near-profile, drawn by the caricaturist Jeff Sparks, on an off-white 14.5 x 21.75 sheet, prominently signed in black felt tip at the bottom, “Dali, 1952.” Also signed Sparks.

In very good condition, with overall creasing and edge tears, one of which passes through the artist’s signature. A simply enormous signature of the revered Spanish surrealist painter. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The World of Salvador Dali 527. Salvador Dali. Signed book: The World of Salvador Dali. First edition. NY: Harper & Row, 1962.

Hardcover, 10.5 x 12, 228 pages.

Elaborately signed and inscribed on the half-title page and its adjacent page in blue ballpoint to high society hostess Elsa Maxwell, “Pour Elsa Maxwell, Hommage de Dali, 1963, Bonjour!” Dali adds a few sketches and embellishments throughout the inscription, including an ant on the left side. In fine condition, with toning to covers; interior pages, including the signed page, are very clean. An impressive signed volume with an appealing association. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Humorous sketch by the renowned American illustrator 528. James Montgomery Flagg. Fantastic original pencil and watercolor

sketch of a man in an overcoat getting blown away by a boy with a trumpet on an off-white 11 x 8.5 sheet, captioned in pencil with dialogue, “No damn you—I want to stop at 340!” and signed in the lower right, “JMF.” In fine condition. An unusually large, detailed sketch by Flagg. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Three surrealist works for the Liege Museum 529. Rene Magritte. ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, August 30, 1956. Letter

concerning the lending of three works to the Liege Museum, detailing the conditions of transport and the values of the paintings. He lists “Le coeur du monde [The Heart of the World],” “Les Grandes Vacances [The Long Holidays],” and “Le seize septembre [The Sixteenth of September].” In fine condition, with a small light stain in lower blank area. Accompanied by an ALS from his wife Georgette and an issue of Varietes magazine from January 15, 1929, featuring one of Magritte’s works on the front cover. Today, “Le coeur du monde” is held in the collection of the Carnegie Museum of Art, and “Le seize septembre” is held by the Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Monet writes from his Giverny gardens 530. Claude Monet. ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 6.5, Giverny par Vernon letterhead, July 8, 1906. In full (translated): “Mademoiselle, answer to your letter of the 5th of this month. I am just writing you that I will be able to welcome you next Friday or Saturday as you choose from 1 to 2 o’clock you will be sure to find me at home but if you could possibly let me know the exact day that you intend to come, this would help me.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, slight fading, and light toning. Monet’s famous house, gardens, and workshop were in Giverny, where at this time he was working on his series of famous water lily paintings. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“I never have studied art work, or done much with it commercially, other than as a pleasant occasional hobby” 531. Maxfield Parrish, Jr. Son of the famous painter (1906–1983) who was a notable

contributor to the development of the first self-developing camera at Dr. Edwin H. Land ‘s Polaroid Corporation. TLS signed “Max,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, December 14, 1952. Letter to Bill, in full: “Some time ago a certain Mrs. Marshall, with a pleasant voice said that she was contacting me by telephone to see if I was agreeable to do some art and or poster work for the coming Class of ‘28 reunion, and would let you know about it, when you got back. I said yes, if it wasn’t too ambitious, nor took too much of my time.

After we both have recuperated from the ‘Yuletide Horrors’ we might get together sometime after the 1st. of the year and see what could be done, how about? I haven’t done much for Harvard, financially or otherwise, and this might be a good chance to even the score a little bit, even though I never have studied art work, or done much with it commercially, other than as a pleasant occasional hobby. That Noel card I sent you a year or so back is a fair sample of the grade of work I do, when in the mood.” Parrish has added a wonderful ink sketch of two potatoes greeting each other, with speech bubbles reading “‘28er potater!

How are you?” and “Pomme de Tear yourself away and come to a class dinner and see for yourself!” A handwritten caption along the bottom edge, “Sly pictorial Hint to fork over with a little sterling (s’il vous plait!).” In fine condition, with some areas of light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The ultra-rare abstract expressionist: “This seems easier—Jackson Pollock” 532. Jackson Pollock. Exceed-

ingly rare fountain pen signature, “This seems easier—Jackson Pollock,” on a trimmed page from a 1949 Betty Parsons Gallery exhibition flyer, with the image illustrated in the flyer affixed above. The page is affixed to a typewritten biographical sheet along with two other clipped magazine images of Pollock at work.

In fine condition.

Jackson Pollock’s third solo show at the Betty Parsons Gallery took place from November 21–December 10, 1949, and it was his most successful yet. He had publicly revealed his drip paintings for the first time at the Parsons Gallery in 1948, receiving an underwhelming response and selling just one painting. He sold nine paintings at his second exhibition, and at this third show he sold eighteen of the twenty-seven displayed. Nicely presented and of the utmost rarity, this Pollock signature is immensely desirable and represents the height of 20th century American art. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

533. Auguste Rodin. Neatly penned

ALS in French, signed “Rodin,” one page, 4 x 6.25, no date. An interesting letter thanking a patron for obtaining a commissioned work for Rodin and for his pupils Camille Lefevre and Jules Debois. In full (translated): “Desbois and myself would like to see you tomorrow Tuesday around two. I thank you for recommending me and Lefevre and Desbois, who will be rewarded.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce check from the revered sculptor

534. Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Irish-born American sculptor (1848–1907) of the Beaux-Arts generation who embodied the ideals of the ‘American Renaissance.’ Scarce Fifth Avenue Bank of New York City check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Saint-Gaudens, payable to Rand, Ball & King for $35.25, July 7, 1905. In fine condition. The first Saint-Gaudens-signed check we have ever offered.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Delivery options for Sully’s portraits of President Polk and Naval Secretary Mason 535. Thomas Sully. British-born American painter

of portraits and historical scenes (1783–1872) such as Washington’s Passage of the Delaware. Uncommon pairing of ALSs signed “Thos. Sully,” both one page, 7.5 x 9.75, June 13 and 18, 1847. Both addressed to Secretary of the Navy John Y. Mason, concerning the framing and delivery of Sully’s commissioned portraits of President Polk and himself. The first letter, in part: “I addressed a letter to you at Chapel Hill with particulars concerning the portrait which I am painting of the President, and you. It would be well to have them Framed here, and I should be glad to learn f that is resolved; and which of the three kinds of Frames which I sent a list of is chosen—Please inform me, as no time should be list in having the Frames prepared.” Sully adds cost estimates for the three frame types of frame at the conclusion. The second letter, dated just five days later, in full: “I have finished the portrait of the President, and Secretary Mason; and shall forward them to Chapel Hill next Monday. I would be much gratified to be enabled to address each portrait to the proper Society; and to know the best route for the conveyance to Chapel Hill. They will be sent without Frames, as none were ordered.” Sully adds a brief postscript, signing with his initials, “N. B. on Monday next I intend to visit Providence R. I. where I mean to pass the summer. T. S.” In overall fine condition, with scattered light soiling and foxing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Toulouse-Lautrec’s Spanish travels 536. Henri de ToulouseLautrec. ALS in French, signed

“H. de Toulouse Lautrec,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, no date but circa 1894–1896. Letter to “My dear Marty.” In full (translated): “The menus are quite well done and have a great success. Bravo for our Yvette. Send me the articles at the chateau of Malrome by SaintMacaire, Gironde because I am leaving at any moment for Burgos and Madrid.” Also includes an ALS

by Yvette Guilbert. In fine condition.

Toulouse-Lautrec visited Spain in both 1894 and 1896, traveling to the cities of Burgos, Madrid, and Toledo.

In 1894 he also produced an album of lithographs of the actress Yvette Guilbert, his muse and certainly the “Yvette” mentioned here. His mother lived at the Chateau Malrome, where he often visited.Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500 www.RRAuction.com | 139

“From Frank at 77—with a hope, Taliesin” 537. Frank Lloyd Wright. Magnificent

pearl-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Wright deep in thought, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Phil—From Frank at 77—with a hope, Taliesin, Aug. 18 46.”

Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 18. In fine condition. Taliesin was Wright’s famed home and studio in Wisconsin, which he designed and built in 1911. A scarce and absolutely spectacular signed portrait of the architectural master.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

538. Frank Lloyd Wright. The Frank Lloyd Wright

Foundation check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed

by Wright, payable to Kay Davidson for $30, March 1, 1954. In fine condition, with a strip of tape along reverse top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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544. Childe Hassam

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547. William Holman Hunt

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551. Andy Warhol

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comic art & animation 553. Mel Blanc. Hand-painted animation cel of two anthropomorphic farmyard pigs, 10.75 x 8.25, signed in black felt tip by Mel Blanc. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

1962 comic starring Crumb’s insecure alter-ego, Little Billy Bean 554. Robert Crumb.

Early and original complete comic strip, signed “R. Crumb,” on both sides of a 6.75 x 8.5 off-white lightly lined sheet, titled “A Sad Comic Strip,” dated St. Patrick’s Day 1962, starring Little Billie Bean.

All twelve ‘panels’ feature Billy lying flat on his back, with thought balloons above each sketch. His thoughts read: “I am completely confused. I utterly don’t know what to do.”

“Should I lay here or should I get up?”

“There surely isn’t any sense in getting up, since I have no purpose, no goal, no reason for doing anything.”

“My life is without meaning. All is chaos and confusion. I might as well lay here till I rot.”

“All I ever got for all the effort was frustration, heart-ache, despair, confusion. All my dreams have been shattered. Life has let me down.”

“So why go on? Why go on feeling frustrated and lonely and depressed.

I must come to accept my lot.”

“What’s the use in getting up and trying to do anything? It’s all so futile.

Why struggle? Why fight for survival? It’s all for nothing.”

“I must accept defeat. I must give myself up to emptiness, blankness. A life without caring, without striving. A life without life. A state of vegetation.”

“Maybe it wouldn’t be for nothing if there was something to believe in. Something of joy and love.”

“So I’ll lay here till my heart stops beating and life goes out of me. Till death and oblivion overtake me.”

“But there isn’t. Not for me, anyway. For me there is nothing. I’ve tried in vain, struggled and strived for years and years to get love, and peace, and understanding.”

In fine condition. An early and most likely unpublished example from the influential cartoonist, whose original artwork is very scarce and of ever-increasing desirability. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Story time for Walt’s chimps 555. Walt Disney. Amusing mattefinish 10 x 8 photo of Disney reading Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to two chimpanzees sitting on his desk, with one chimp in a dress and the other dressed as a sailor, nicely signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Carlos, Walt Disney.” In fine condition, with a crease to lower right corner. A humorous image boasting a very bold, large signature. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

557. Roy O. Disney. DS, two pages both sides, 8.5 x 11.5, February

14, 1952. Pledge and assignment of mortgage and chattels between the Walt Disney Company and the Bank of America in regards to “the Short Subject motion picture…now entitled ‘Football (Now and Then),’” for a total of $6,000,000. Signed at the conclusion of the third page in fountain pen by Disney. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Disneyland rides and a little poodle named ‘Lady’ 558. Walt Disney. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 29, 1960. Letter

to Valerie How, in full: “It was nice of you to write me and I was especially pleased to have your picture. I am sending you one of my pictures with my little poodle, ‘Lady,’ of whom I am very fond. I am happy to know that you and your sisters have such good times when you go to Disneyland, and that you particularly like the Bobsled and Dumbo rides—we like to know these things because it is helpful to us in planning and developing new rides for the future. I hope you have a wonderful vacation this summer and, being a Brownie, most likely you’ll be going to the mountains or some other interesting place with your Troop, and that’s always fun.” In fine condition, with light handling wear. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $300

559. Walt Disney. Personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to Walt Disney—Special Acct. for $300, stamp-dated July 1, 1947. Doublematted and framed with a portrait of Disney to an overall size of 13.75 x 18,25. In fine condition, with a small crease to lower left corner area.

Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $500

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562. Chuck Jones. (Turner,

560. Walt Disney. Bold fountain pen signature, “Walt Disney,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card mounted to a same-size card. In fine condition, with a faint stain touching the last name and a thin strip of mounting remnants along the top edge. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $200

1970) Limited edition original production drawing featuring a pair of kangaroos from Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who, numbered “015–09,” showing the mother gingerly placing her baby inside her pouch, signed in the lower right in pencil by Chuck Jones. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on 12.5 x 10.5 animation paper with a Linda Jones Enterprises limited edition label.

In fine condition, with some light chipping and toning to upper edges.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Linda Jones Enterprises.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

563. Clarence Nash.

Original signed pencil full-length sketch of an upset Donald Duck on an off-white 6.75 x 7.5 sheet, signed in black ballpoint, “Best wishes— Donald Duck & Clarence Nash.” Double-matted, framed, and in very good condition, with intersecting folds and moderate overall creasing.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

561. Disney Sheet Music. Wonderful collection of 52 sheet

music booklets for songs heard in various Walt Disney and Warner Bros. productions. The Walt Disney titles include: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (10), Bambi (8), Pinocchio (4), Song of the South (4), Cinderella (2), The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, Dumbo, Make Mine Music, The Three Caballeros (3), Saludos Amigos, Fun and Fancy Free, Melody Time, So Dear to My Heart (2), and Westward Ho the Wagons! The twelve Warner Bros. booklets include: Porky Pig (2), Daffy Duck (2), Elmer Fudd (2), Henery Hawk, Yosemite Sam (3), Bugs Bunny, and Sylvester the Cat. In overall fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

564. Virgil Ross.

Original graphite and colored pencil sketch of Bugs Bunny and Marvin the Martian squaring off, accomplished by Ross on a white 12.5 x 10.5 sheet of animation paper, stylistically signed in the lower left in pencil, “Virgil Ross.”

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

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565. Charles Schulz. Unusually large felt tip sketch of Snoopy

sitting in the grass on a white 11 x 14 canvas board, signed “Schulz.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopied letter of transmittal from Schulz’s office. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The first Peanuts collection ever published

567. Charles Schulz. Signed book: Snoopy and His Sopwith Camel. First edition. NY: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1969. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 8.25, 64 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in purple felt tip, “To Randy—Charles M. Schulz,” adding a wonderful sketch of Snoopy wearing aviator goggles. In fine condition, with scattered small areas of paper loss to the dust jacket.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

568.

Garry Trudeau. Original

signed felt tip sketch of Mike Doonesbury in profile on an off-white 8.5 x 9.25 sheet, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “For Lori Bart— Best wishes from, G. B. Trudeau.” In fine condition, with light creasing to the lower right corner area. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

569.

Myron Waldman. Original

566. Charles Schulz. Signed book: Peanuts. First edition. NY:

Rinehart & Co., Inc., 1952. Paperback, 5.25 x 8. Signed and inscribed later on the first free end page in black felt tip, “For Nan & John— Charles M. Schulz,” adding a wonderful large sketch of Snoopy sitting in grass. In very good to fine condition, with some wear to the book’s cover. This was the very first Peanuts book ever published, released two-and-a-half years after the popular comic strip’s debut. As such it is an even more desirable piece than a typical Schulz signed book.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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graphite and felt tip sketch entitled ‘Soccer Practice,’ showing Popeye coaching his four nephews on the soccer field, accomplished by Waldman on an off-white 12.5 x 10.25 sheet of illustration paper, signed along the bottom in pencil. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

literature The real life inspiration for Alice in Wonderland 570. Alice in Wonderland: Alice Liddell. Signed book: Alice’s

Adventures in Wonderland. Limited edition, numbered 33/1500. NY: Limited Editions Club, 1932. Hardcover, 6 x 9, 183 pages. Signed on a front blank page in black ink, “Alice Hargreaves.” Toning and staining to first free end page and front pastedown (presumably from a previous bookplate), light foxing to back pastedown, and wear, rubbing, and sunning to spine, otherwise fine condition. In 1862, a then ten-year-old Alice asked Charles Dodgson, a friend of her family, to entertain her and her sisters with a story. The writer regaled the girls with fantastic stories of a girl named Alice, and her adventures after she fell into a rabbit-hole.

Dodgson later wrote the story as a commercial venture, and in 1865, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland was published. A scarce offering from one of literature’s most beloved child characters. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Twain’s uncanny likeness to Jesus Christ 571. Samuel L. Clemens. Handwritten manuscript by Clemens, signed within the text, “Mark Twain,” one page, 5.75 x 8.75, circa 1908. Clemens writes down a ‘compliment’ on a sheet labeled “4” at the top, entitled “Little Montana Girl’s Compliment.” In full: “She was gazing thoughtfully at a photograph of Mark Twain on a neighbor’s mantelpiece. Presently she said, reverently, ‘We’ve got a Jesus like that at home, only ours has more trimmings.’” In fine condition, with a chip to the top edge.

The Lotos Club, one of the oldest literary clubs in the United States, hosted a dinner in honor of longtime member Samuel L. Clemens on January 11, 1908, at which he announced that he had ‘become a collector of compliments’ and read a few to the others guests. The following day’s New York Times mentions that he began by reading compliments from Albert Bigelow Paine, W. D. Howells, and Thomas Edison, before going on to read the “Little Montana Girl’s Compliment.” The NY Times quotes the compliment as presented here, but replaces “Jesus” with ‘John the Baptist.’ This manuscript was likely Clemens’s reading copy for the event, as the “4” page number at the top corresponds with the Times article’s description of the order of his reading at the event. A wonderful piece that showcases Clemens’s humor and quick wit. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The rare author of Jane Eyre 572. Charlotte Bronte. Extremely desirable ink signature, “Believe

me, Yours sincerely, C. Bronte,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2 slip clipped from the end of a letter. Affixed to a larger sheet and in very good to fine condition, with light foxing, creasing, and small stains touching her signature.

Bronte is rare in any form and one of the most sought-after autographs in all of English literature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

573. Samuel L. Clemens. Ink

signature, “Mark Twain,” on an offwhite 4.5 x 3 album page affixed to a larger scrapbook page above the original mailing envelope. In fine condition, with a small area of toning to the lower left corner area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

574. Charles Dickens. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 6, Gad’s Hill Place letterhead, October 22, 1863.

Letter to the Earl Russell, in part: “Accept my most earnest thanks for your more than kind note. I am disappointed, of course—the more so, because I had seen him always at work, and had the strongest belief in his power to do what was needed, as well as any other well-educated youth—but if he had succeeded in the most brilliant manner, I could not have been more grateful to you than I am. I shall always treasure the remembrance of your goodness. You will excuse my adding from my heart that I would rather, in right of old faith in you and long admiration of you, stand so indebted to you as I am, to you, than any other statesman in Europe.” Affixed to a same-size sheet. In very good to fine condition, with a trimmed bottom edge and edge stains to second page from adhesive. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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575. Charles Dickens.

Attractive ink signature, “Thursday Fourth February 1864, Faithfully yours, Charles Dickens,” on an off-white 4.5 x 7 sheet of his personal Gad’s Hill Place letterhead. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned albumen portrait. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

576. Charles Dickens. Third-

person ANS signed within the text, one page, 4.5 x 6.75, December 8, 1849.

I n p a r t : “ M r.

Charles Dickens regrets exceedingly that he is engaged tomorrow, or he would have had the greatest pleasure in dining with Miss Boyle.” The two fragments have been permanently affixed to a larger sheet and are in very good condition, with light staining, soiling, and wrinkling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Inscribed to a cousin by “T. S. Eliot (Old Possum)”

577. T. S. Eliot. Signed book: Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats.

Later printing. NY: Harcourt, Brace and Company, 1939. Hardcover, 8.75 x 6.25, 46 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “Inscribed for Eleanor Hinkley Dana, by her cousin, T. S. Eliot (Old Possum).” Autographic condition: fine, with light feathering to the ink. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The iconic Jazz Age author 578. F. Scott Fitzgerald. Ink signature, “F.

Scott Fitzgerald,” on an off-white 6 x 1.5 slip clipped from the closing of a document dated December 29, 1938. Matted and framed with an FDC with a cachet honoring the author to an overall size of 9 x 8.25. In fine condition.

A very nice example from a key period in his career, as he was situated in Hollywood working on scripts for MGM—including contributing to Gone With the Wind—and working on his final novel, The Love of the Last Tycoon (published posthumously as The Last Tycoon). Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare, stunning signed example of Fitzgerald’s debut novel

579. F. Scott Fitzgerald. Signed book: This Side of Paradise. First edition, third printing with tipped-in ‘Author’s Apology.’ NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1920. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 305 pages. Beautifully signed on the ‘Author’s Apology’ in bold black ink, “Sincerely, F. Scott Fitzgerald.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. Accompanied by a gorgeous custom-made quarter leather clamshell case.

Though Fitzgerald dropped out of Princeton in 1917, his university years permanently shaped his life and career; it was in this world of privilege that he devoted himself to finding his voice as a writer. In 1919 Scribner’s accepted his manuscript for This Side of Paradise on its third submission, and the book was released to wild success the following year.

This is one of approximately five hundred examples of This Side of Paradise issued with the special signed ‘Author’s Apology’ leaf tipped in before the title page. According to the Fitzgerald bibliography by Bruccoli, five hundred copies of the third printing have this special tipped-in glossy leaf bearing ‘The Author’s Apology’ signed by Fitzgerald, prepared for a meeting of the American Booksellers Association and dated May 1920. Boasting an ideal signature on the rare apology page featuring a portrait of the young Jazz Age author, this book is a true literary treasure. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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The Bond author’s letter to a spy in Berlin 580. Ian Fleming. TLS, one page, 8 x 10, Kemsley House letterhead, July

9, 1951. Letter to journalist and spy Antony Terry of the British Press Centre.

In full: “I attach a copy of my final letter to Michael Parker, from which you will see that his application to Mr. Neville Berry only received consideration from me since Parker intended to move to Munich. Naturally, I do not want anyone else accredited to the British Zone, and I leave it to you in case Parker calls to clarify his mind on the point. Meanwhile, please accept my further congratulations on the splendid service you continue to give to us and which is greatly appreciated by all editors. It also gives me much pleasure to hear from time to time what a fine reputation you are building up in Germany. A high opinion of your work is undoubtedly held by everyone who matters in the British Zone.” In fine condition, with two punch holes to left edge and rusty staple holes to top left corner.

As foreign manager of the Kemsley newspaper group’s Sunday Times, Fleming hired Terry to be posted abroad. He had experience and expertise in German culture from his youth and service in World War II, making him an ideal man for the job in Berlin. Utilizing this legitimate news organization as a cover, Fleming also ran an intelligence outfit known as Mercury which used foreign correspondents to gather information in sensitive foreign zones.

A highly desirable letter from the career that later inspired the spy writer’s world-famous stories. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

581. Robert Frost. Boldly

penned ALS, one page, 5 x 6.75, November 17, 1930. Letter to Martha E. Sacks, in full: “Suppose we make it February 6th then.

That will be the day after one of my lectures in New York and will come in just right. I shall be looking forward.”

In fine condition.

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

582. Robert Frost. Matte-finish 4 x 5.75 photo of Frost in a suit and tie, affixed to the opening page of his 1944 essay The Four Beliefs, signed and inscribed on the page in fountain pen, “To George Wood, from his friend, Robert Frost.” Framed to an overall size of 12.75 x 9.75. In fine condition, with some scattered light foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Contract for the “dramatization of my novel ‘The Glass Key’” 583. Dashiell Hammett. DS,

one page, 8.5 x 11, November 24, 1931. Scarce document sent to Edward Choate from Hammett concerning the royalties terms for the “dramatization of my novel ‘The Glass Key.’” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Hammett. In fine condition. Considered one of Hammett’s best novels, The Glass Key was adapted to the silver screen twice—once in 1935 and again in 1942. It was also an important work in the hardboiled genre, influencing writers and filmmakers alike. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Magnificent portrait of the Norwegian playwright 585. Henrik Ibsen. Choice origi-

nal 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet bust portrait of the bespectacled and heavily whiskered Ibsen, boldly signed in the lower right in black ink. In very fine condition, with a couple of news clippings affixed to the reverse.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. All autograph material of Ibsen is avidly sought, and signed images are particularly scarce.

Starting Bid $200

Hemingway and Mary dine with friends

584. Ernest Hemingway. Extremely scarce vintage glossy 10 x 8 group photo of Hemingway, his wife Mary, and others seated at a dinner party, signed and inscribed on the reverse in fountain pen (translated), “For Pierre, respectful homage, your boyfriend, Ernest Hemingway.”

Ink notation in lower left border in another hand. Reverse bears several inscriptions to “Pierre” from other dinner guests, as well as a photo stamp, “S/S Flandre, Cie Gie Transatlantique, Photos Jacques Lucas, French Line.” In fine condition, with some light discoloration along the lower edge of the photo’s border. A stark departure from the more typically seen images of Hemingway on safari or vessel, this wonderful, one-of-a-kind photo shows the scribe immersed in a formal social setting. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Lawrence of Arabia’s leave in London, where he “shall be very glad to lie in bed and forget life for a spell” 586. T. E. Lawrence. ALS signed “T. E. S.,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, September 17, 1929.

Letter to his friend and neighbor Pat Knowles. In part: “I move to London on leave tomorrow, and shall be very glad to lie in bed and forget life for a spell. The apples went down splendidly. They are one of the good-eating and good-looking brands. I hope the tree grows huge and bears enormously by 1935. Roberts has gone back to London to work, I think: but feel free to use the cottage at your discretion to shelter any deserving objects…I’m sorry Dick [Knowles] is on foreign draft: but perhaps it is as well to get it over early…I tried to get back to Oxford, during the Schneider time, to see Brian—but failed…Hope to come down to Clouds Hill fairly soon.” In very good condition, with old tape reinforcements along intersecting folds on reverse and front edges. Arthur Knowles and his son Patrick helped Lawrence rehabilitate the small cottage at Clouds Hill, and the following year he allowed his mother and brother to move in while he was away. In 1932 Lawrence returned to the cottage and continued to improve it. An eyewitness account of Lawrence’s life at Clouds Hill by Patrick Knowles, entitled A Handful With Quietness, has since been published. At the time of this letter, Lawrence was busy arranging the 1929 Schneider Trophy seaplane contest taking place in Calshot, for which he was awarded a Biscayne Baby speedboat which he named ‘the Biscuit.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“Remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird” 587. Harper Lee. TQS on an off-white 6 x 4 card, signed in black felt tip by Lee. An excerpt from To Kill a Mockingbird, in full: “‘Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit ’em, but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.’” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Less than two months after The Call of the Wild hits stores 588. Jack London. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, no date but postmarked September 28, 1903,

with London’s personal ink stamp. Letter to C. C. Buel, the editor of The Century Magazine, in full: “Find herewith 15,000 words of revised manuscript. In ten days you may expect to receive another similar installment, and so on, about same rate and quantity, until manuscript, as far as expected, is in your hands. I hope to leave the completed manuscript all in your hands by the first week or so in December.” In fine condition. Upon his return from the Alaskan wilderness, London began freelancing with numerous weekly and monthly publications. After submitting ‘Diablo–The Dog’ to Cosmopolitan in 1902, London decided to write a kinder companion piece that would redeem the species he had come to admire during his time in the Yukon. Serialized in the summer of 1903, The Call of the Wild was published in book form a month later and promptly rewarded London with international fame. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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589. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. ALS signed “Henry W. Longfellow,” one page

both sides, 4.5 x 7, November 5, 1878. In full: “It would give me pleasure to comply with your request, if it were in my power; but want of time and eye-sight render it utterly impossible for me to read manuscripts. Moreover, I never undertake to criticize the writings of others, and give written opinions of their merits. In regard to the Magazines, I can assure you, that no outside influence is of any avail. Editors judge for themselves, and, every contribution must sell on its own merits. Regretting that I cannot meet your wishes.” Longfellow has penned a brief postscript on a separate 4.5 x 2 clipped slip, in full: “P. S. Please accept my thanks for your photograph, which is a very good one.” In fine condition, with scattered soiling to letter, and some irregular toning to the postscript. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Mitchell seeks respite in the wake of Gone with the Wind’s film release 590. Margaret Mitchell. TLS signed “Margaret Mitchell Marsh,”

two pages, 7 x 10.75, personal letterhead, February 19, 1940. Letter to Robert Saltmarsh, a New Bedford, Massachusetts bookseller, in full: “There was no need for you to recall yourself and your 1936 letter to me; I remember it with too much pleasure to forget it. I have a good memory for handwriting and when I saw the address on your recent letter and the New Bedford postmark, I said to my husband, ‘I know this is a letter from Mr. Saltmarsh.’ (You see, my married name is Marsh and the association of names helped yours to stick in my mind.) And, sure enough, it was from you. Thank you so much for writing me again about the book and the picture, and thank you, too, for the hospitable invitation to visit which you sent us. As to the invitation—it sounds most enticing but I do not know when we can accept it. I am just out of the hospital for abdominal adhesions and, while I have done extraordinarily well, my doctor wishes me to take things easily for a very long time—not so much because of the operation but because the last three and a half years have been strenuous ones and he thinks I need rest and quiet at home. Life has been so rushed and packed in the last few years that I have managed only two trips North. Last June I was in Northampton for a day to receive an honorary Master of Arts degree, which made me very proud and happy. I wanted so much to spend a month in New England, but the pressure of business matters at home made me return immediately. I hope, now that the moving picture of ‘Gone With the Wind’ has been released, my life will quiet down and during the next year I will be able to enjoy the normal things of life, such as traveling about in a leisurely manner. Atlanta had a three-day celebration of the premiere of ‘Gone With the Wind.’ Everyone seemed to enjoy it very much and many people have gone to see the picture three or four times. It is finishing its tenth week and closing in a few days. I hope to be able to see it again myself. I have read some of the New England papers about the picture and, while I had nothing to do with the production, I could not only help feeling pleased that people outside of the South enjoyed it too. I will never forget your pre-publication kindness about my book and it was a pleasure to hear from you again. I hope some day that I will be in New England and will meet you and Mrs. Saltmarsh.” In fine condition, with show-through from toned tape remnants to reverse of second page.

The film adaptation of Gone with the Wind premiered in Atlanta at Loew’s Grand Theatre on December 15, 1939, capping off a three-day festival of events that included parades, galas, and the declaration of an official state holiday for GWTW. Although an estimated 300,000 people crowded the streets on the eve of the premiere, the festivity was marred when Georgia’s prevailing Jim Crow laws prevented the African American cast members from taking part; leading man Clark Gable threatened to boycott the premiere, but ultimately relented when actress Hattie McDaniel—who became the first African American to win an Oscar—convinced the actor to show. Mitchell attended the ceremony and received a rousing ovation when she was escorted to the stage by Clark prior to the screening. The film was released nationally to strong reviews and packed theaters on January 17, 1940, riding its wave of popularity well into the awards season and subsequently earning a thenrecord ten Academy Awards. Mitchell’s celebrity lasted the remainder of her life, though she tried to stay out of the public eye, traveling as she saw fit, and supporting a variety of philanthropic pursuits. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300 154 | June 15, 2016 | LITERATURE

Scarce uninscribed first printing of Gone With the Wind 591. Margaret Mitchell. Signed book:

Gone With the Wind. First edition, 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. In fine condition. 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 $500

593. Flannery O’Connor.

592. Sean O’Casey. Irish playwright (1880-1964) best known for such working-class dramas as The Plough and the Stars and Juno and the Paycock. ALS signed “Sean,” one page both sides, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, March 26, 1961. Letter to Lewis Funke, the drama editor at the New York Times, concerning his stormy relationship with fellow writer Denis Johnston. In part: “It is damned foolish of me to take any notice of what he says of me. He has some odd psychological edge on me, as he had and has on Lady Gregory—even in his last play, ‘The Scythe & the Sunset,’ he has a sly sneer at her…I was quite innocent of all this; I thought all these—Johnston, Lennox Robinson, etc. were all friends of hers, & visitors to Coole at times; & it wasn’t till after her death, when I had lived years in London, I heard that O’Casey was a favored laddie…D. J. can say what he likes of me: you have made me wiser.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in his own hand, including his surname, “O’Casey,” in the return address on the flap. Starting Bid $200

Georgia-born American writer (1925–1964), best known for her quintessentially ‘Southern Gothic’ stories and novels, who died of lupus at the age of 39.

Scarce DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, August 2, 1956.

O’Connor approves a request

by Doubleday to reprint one of her stories in an anthology. In part: “We plan to publish the volume Prize Stories 1957: The O. Henry Awards, selected by Paul Engle. This letter is to ask permission to reprint your story ‘Greenleaf’ (which appeared in the Summer 1956 issue of Kenyon Review) in all editions of our volume…If we may have permission to include ‘Greenleaf’… would you be good enough to sign and return to us one copy of this letter for our files?” O’Connor signs her approval at the conclusion, adding the date of August 6, 1956. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce Proust presentation to a close friend 594. Marcel Proust. Signed book: Pastiches et Melanges.

Second edition. Paris: Nouvelle Revue Francaise, 1919. Rebound marbled hardcover with original wrappers inside, 5.5 x 7.5, 272 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in crisp ink, “A Mon cher George de Lauris, avec toute ma tendresse admirative, Marcel Proust.” Autographic condition: fine, with light age toning to interior pages. Book condition: VG-/None. Proust was introduced to Georges de Lauris through his friend Antoine Bibesco in 1902, and they soon became friends and frequently wrote to each other; the correspondence between Proust and de Lauris was published by Amiot-Dumont in 1948. Pastiches et Melanges, known as The Lemoine Affair in English, was inspired by the true French scandal involving fraudster Henri Lemoine, who claimed to be able to manufacture synthetic diamonds. Any signed books from Proust are extremely desirable, and this copy’s association with a member of his inner circle elevates it further.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Exceptionally rare contract for Pynchon’s second novel, The Crying of Lot 49 595. Thomas Pynchon. DS, signed “Thomas Pynchon,” one page,

7.75 x 12.75, November 24, 1966. Memorandum of an agreement in which Pynchon grants the publishing company Gyldendal Forlag license to publish a Danish translation of his book The Crying of Lot 49 for “an advance of Three Hundred Dollars…payable on signature of this agreement on account of a royalty of Five per cent…of the published price on the first Five Thousand…copies sold and Seven and a half percent…of the published price on all copies sold thereafter.” Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Pynchon. In fine condition.

Published in 1966, The Crying of Lot 49 follows Oedipa Maas in her quest to uncover a possible world conspiracy involving the rival mailing distribution firms of Trystero and Thurn und Taxis. Despite its short length and Pynchon’s own dissatisfaction with the final product, The Crying of Lot 49 proved an intricate postmodernist work; scholars continue to plumb the novella’s labyrinthine plot structure, various cultural allusions, and the obscuration of its title character, all literary devices which closely mirror Pynchon’s influential 1963 debut novel, V. Given Pynchon’s well-publicized reputation as one of the literary world’s most reclusive novelists, any item directly related to the author exists unto itself as a unique find, with signed items being of the utmost rarity. A tremendous document from early in the great writer’s career, and just the second Pynchon item we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Twenty-fifth anniversary edition of Rand’s breakthrough novel 598. George Sand.

Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, blindstamped monogram letterhead, March 3, no year. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

596. Ayn Rand. Signed book: The Fountainhead. Twenty-fifth

anniversary edition. Indianapolis: Bobbs-Merrill, 1974. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.25, 727 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page, “To Demetria Ridosh—Cordially—Ayn Rand, 10/23/75.” In fine condition, with chipping and wear to the dust jacket, and areas of paper loss to the dust jacket spine. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

The scarce lexicographer 597. Peter M. Roget. British

physician and lexicographer (1779–1869) known for compiling his Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases. ALS signed “P. M. Roget,” one page, 4.5 x 7, March 31, 1838. In full: “I shall be very glad to take the two dozen of Port Wine you are so good as to let me have, & shall give directions to my servant to return the same number of bottles.” In very good to fine condition, with paper loss to the upper left corner, and strips of toning to top and bottom edges from old mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

599. Jean-Paul Sartre. Signed book: Five Plays. Limited edition.

Franklin Center, PA: Franklin Library, 1978. Hardcover, 6 x 8.75, 484 pages. Signed on the first free end page in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

600.

Sir Walter Scott.

ANS signed “Walter Scott,” one page, 7 x 4, no date but docketed November 24, 1831 on the reverse.

In full: “I enclose you the amount of my account up to the present date.” In very good condition, with creasing, wrinkling, and writing showing through from the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Revealing letter to his longtime friend and editor 601. John Steinbeck. ALS signed “John,” one page, 6.25 x 7, no date. Letter to editor

Pascal Covici, in part: “I’m called out to a dinner I cannot avoid. I’ll be back as soon as I can but I don’t know how soon that will be. I hope very early. You have been very patient with me.

If you wish—will you call Wallenstein in 153 who will give you a drink and be nice to you until I return? If you do not want to do that, the clerk will give you my key. You will find a bottle of gin and a syphon. Have some and I will come back as soon as I can. You can have a nap. If, thoroughly disgusted, you go away, I shall be very sad.” In very good condition.

Yet to break into the literary mainstream, Steinbeck signed with Covici’s New York-based publishing house and found almost immediate success with works like Tortilla Flat and Of Mice and Men. The strong working relationship between Steinbeck and Covici transitioned to Viking Press in 1938, and was rewarded when The Grapes of Wrath won the 1940 Pulitzer Prize. Given their well-documented relationship—Steinbeck dedicated East of Eden to Covici—this insightful letter offers a rare glimpse into the rapport between author and editor.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

602. John Steinbeck. DS, three on-

ionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, January 11, 1963.

Agreement between Steinbeck and David Merrick granting rights to turn his Viva Zapata! screenplay into a musical, in part: “I have agreed that…in connection with your contemplated production of a musical adaptation of my shooting script entitled ‘Zapata,’ if negotiations and/or agreement with the Authors of the musical play shall require same, the size and prominence of my credits may be reduced to seventy-five (75%) percent of that accorded the Authors of the musical play.” Signed and dated on the last page in blue ballpoint by Steinbeck; the second page initialed by Merrick. Includes a packet of terms for a revised schedule. In fine condition, with staple to top left and a bit of light toning and creasing. Accompanied by a letter from Steinbeck’s literary agent, Annie Laurie William, signed by Merrick’s lawyer Benjamin Aslan.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

LS signed “Henry Irving,” written in the hand of his secretary, Dracula author Bram Stoker, one page, 5 x 8, Lyceum Theatre letterhead, April 6, 1894.

In part: “A thousand thanks…the ‘Pyxies’ were very welcome, & do not seem to mind the change of scene & climate.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait of Irving. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Praising the work of a fellow Scotsman 603. Robert Louis Stevenson. ALS signed “R. L. S.,” one page, 4.25 x 4, no date.

Letter to Alexander Ireland, in full: “Did I ever tell you with how great an interest I had read your reminiscences of Carlyle and Mrs. C.? If not, it was tenfold ungrateful. I have not often read anything so convincing; I believe I felt both of them more nearly in your paper than anywhere else.” Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with a small repaired tear to right edge. Ireland was a Scottish journalist and noted friend of literary figures like Leigh Hunt, Thomas Carlyle, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, the latter of whom Ireland wrote a biography of in 1882. An excellent letter connecting two important figures of Scottish literature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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604. Bram Stoker and Henry Irving.

Thoreau ponders the wonders of the natural world 605. Henry David Thoreau. Sought-

after handwritten manuscript contained within the first volume of the 1906 ‘manuscript edition’ of Thoreau’s works, one page both sides, 7.5 x 9.5, apparently being his journal entry from August 24, 1854. In part: “They appeared to suffer more than any trees, except the white ash.

Their leaves (and also those of the alders, hickories and grapes, and even oaks more or less) were so curled on the upper 3/4 of the trees, that their foliage had a singularly glaucous hue. Seen at a distance in rows along the river, they had somewhat of the same effect with the silvered tip of the swamp white oak. The sight suggested a strong wind constantly blowing and turning up their leaves. I went ashore & felt of them. They were more or less crisped & curled permanently. It suggested that, to a slight extent, occurs every year. On the Cliffs, so many young trees & bushes were withered, that from the river, it looked as if a fire had run over them.” The sheet is professionally inlaid into a larger sheet, which was subsequently bound into the first volume of the twenty-volume set The Writings of Henry David Thoreau. Manuscript edition, limited issue, numbered 555/600. Boston and New York: Houghton Mifflin and Company, 1906. Hardcover, 6.25 x 9, 435 pages. The other volumes of the set are not included. Book condition: G+/None, with ex-library labels and markings.

Autographic condition: very good, with possible reinforcement to a long diagonal crease, and old tape repairs to splitting along the central horizontal fold.

Fifty years after Thoreau’s death in 1862, his manuscripts passed through a few hands until they were inherited by E. Harlow Russell. He then negotiated with publisher Houghton Mifflin to sell the literary rights of Thoreau’s unpublished journals, also selling at least six-hundred pages of his original manuscripts to the firm. These were then broken up and included, one page at a time, in the first book of each copy of this enormous twenty-volume limited ‘manuscript edition’ set. This example resembles the published versions of his journal from August 1854, but does not correspond exactly as the compilers took editorial liberties. Offering outstanding observations on nature, this is an ideal Thoreau piece of the utmost desirability. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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“We shall arrive, in our best clothes & behaviour,” the writer plans, “about 7:45 or 8, so that we shall certainly be too late for the first concert” 606. H. G. Wells. ALS, one page both sides, 6.5 x 5.5, June 7, 1889.

Letter to H. E. Hadley. In full: “We shall arrive, in our best clothes & behaviour, with tickets, & bearing our tin mugs & clean ‘handkerchers,’ by special bus, about 7:45 or 8, so that we shall certainly be too late for the first concert. We shall minutely examine anything resembling a corridor in the hope of seeing you, & probably you will find us finally deploying along the central promenade if our search is unavailing.

Could you not stick up a few papers like this [To Hadley] to guide us, & ‘blaze’ your way about by chalk inscription?” Wells draws three small directional signs within the text, along with a large, detailed sketch on the reverse showing the interior of a concert hall, captioned below, “Us a waitin’ for you.” Central vertical and horizontal folds with one small edge separation, and light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

The pioneering science fiction author was fond of adding sketches and caricatures within his correspondence, little drawings that he called ‘picshuas.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

607. H. G. Wells. Unsigned transmittal envelope from Wells to H. E. Hadley, 4.75 x 3.5,

addressed in Wells’s hand, “Hadley F.R.S., Physics,” with a note in the upper right, “Tried to catch Davies to send this over but couldn’t. Excuse the ‘Mr’ but I have forgotten your soon-to-be-famous initials.” Wells sketches a man unhappily holding a glass of some type of foul liquid above the address. In very good condition, with tears to the top from opening, and scattered creases and soiling. Wells enjoyed adding sketches and caricatures to his correspondence, little drawings that he called ‘picshuas.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

608. H. G. Wells. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, blindstamped Spade House letterhead, April 6, 1904. Letter to aeronautical engineer John William Dunne, one of his close friends. In full: “Very glad of your news and very grateful for the ‘elephant gun’ instructions. I will rearrange my artillery in the book. Good luck to your experiments.” Wells draws a humorous sketch of a man shooting down an aircraft with an enormous elephant gun, captioned, “Picture conjured up by Dunne of an astronaut attacked by infuriated elephant gunner.” In fine condition, with a small area of toning to lower edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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609. Emile Zola. Outstanding AQS in French on an off-white 5.25 x 8 sheet, prominently signed in the center. In full (translated): “A work of art is a corner of nature seen through a temperament.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and light staining to the lower half of the page. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

610. Isaac Asimov

611. Isaac Asimov

612. Ambrose Bierce

613. Ambrose Bierce

614. William Cullen Bryant

615. William S. Burroughs

616. James M. Cain

617. Truman Capote

618. Truman Capote

619. Malcolm Cowley and Morrill Cody

620. Countee Cullen

621. Gabriele d’Annunzio

623. Allen Ginsberg and Ted Berrigan

624. Graham Greene

625. Zane Grey

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622. Anatole France MB $200

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627. Henry James

628. Ken Kesey

629. Harper Lee

630. Sinclair Lewis MB $200

631. W. Somerset Maugham

632. Henry Miller

633. Eugene O’Neill

634. Jean Richepin

635. Edmond Rostand

636. John Ruskin

637. Bertrand Russell

638. Maurice Sendak

639. George Bernard Shaw

640. Hunter S. Thompson

641. Anne Tyler

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classic music 645. Victor Herbert.

642. Bela Bartok. Boldly penned untranslated ALS in German, one

page, 8.5 x 5.5, February 25, 1929. In very good to fine condition, with light staining to the upper right area of the letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

643. Pablo Casals. Revered

Spanish cellist and composer (1876–1973) widely regarded as the greatest player in the history of the instrument. Matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 photo of Casals, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen. In fine condition, with light silvering to the darker areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. MB $200

AMQS on an off-white sheet of Victor Herbert’s Orchestra letterhead, 8.5 x 11, signed in bold ink, “With best wishes, sincerely yours, Victor Herbert, June 1905.”

Herbert pens four bars of “Toyland,” his biggest hit. In very good to fine condition, with splits along intersecting folds.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

646. Leos Janacek. Czech

composer, musical theorist, folklorist, publicist, and teacher (1854–1928) considered one of the most important opera composers of the first half of the 20th century. DS in Czech, one page both sides, 9.75 x 7, March 3, 1899. Untranslated document related to the Organ School in Brno, signed in pencil by Janacek. In fine condition. In an effort to improve musical education Janacek established the Organ School in 1881, which evolved into the Brno Conservatory. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

644. Cesar Franck.

Composer and pianist (1822–1890) who won some official recognition as the nominated successor of Benoist as organ professor at the Conservatoire. Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8.25, no date. In very good to fine condition, with an area of light staining to the upper half of the letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

647. Ruggero Leoncavallo.

Untranslated ALS in Italian, signed “R. Leoncavallo,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, May 3, no year. In fine condition, with a small tear to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

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648. Pietro Mascagni.

AMQS on an offwhite 5.75 x 3.5 album page. Mascagni pens three bars of music and lyrics from ‘Cavalleria,’ titling it at the top, and signing below the quote, “Pietro Mascagni, Bucarest.

17.2.07.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

649. Jules Massenet.

Crystal-clear 3.75 x 5.25 album photo of Massenet in an overcoat, presented in a gold 8.5 x 10.5 mat, boldly signed and inscribed on the mat in ink, “J. Massenet,” with the addition of one bar of music from his opera “Herodiade,” and the date of 1893.

In fine condition, with scattered smudges to the mat. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

650. Musicians. Collec-

Inscribed photo of the revered “Bolero” composer

651. Maurice Ravel. Scarce 3.25 x 5 postcard photo of Ravel in a serious bust-length pose, boldly signed and inscribed on the reverse in fountain pen, “A Mademoiselle Mont, Maurice Ravel.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

652. Arturo Toscanini. Matte-

finish 8 x 10 close-up portrait of Toscanini, signed boldly in the lower border in red fountain pen. In fine condition, with a couple areas of slight discoloration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

tion of seven items signed by musicians: a two-bar chorale AMQS by Sir Michael Costa with the lyrics, “Help me O Lord!,” signed below in black ink; a bold AMQS with four double bars, signed in black ink, “Hamish MacCunn”; an untranslated ALS signed “Victor Masse,” one page, Theatre Imperial de L’Opera letterhead, April 25, 1864, offering his opinion on the opera; an untranslated ALS signed “F. Paolo Tosti,” three pages, declining an invitation to play music as lessons are taking up all of his time; two different AMQSs by Luigi Arditi; and an AQS by Patti Adelina. In overall very good to fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

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In a letter to Patti, Rossini adds a playful musical quote designed to not test her vocal prowess

653. Gioachino Rossini. AMQS and sentiment in French, signed “G. Rossini,” on an off-white 11 x 7 sheet, dated February 16, 1864.

Rossini inscribes to “Ma bonne Adeline,” Adelina Patti. In full (translated): “Nothing is easier for me than to jot down a thought on this sheet, a thought that keeps running through my head, to cherish you as an adorable creature, to admire your dazzling talent, to be your friend forever.”

Below the letter, Rossini adds an AMQS of three bars of music and lyrics to an unidentified work, with the lyrics translating to, “Does this suit you well does it not hurt you,” jokingly referring to the limited range of music in the quote. In very good to fine condition, with several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered light toning and foxing, not detracting from Rossini’s very bold writing. Patti frequently performed at Rossini’s villa in Passy. However, it was his habit to make unflattering comments about performers of his works, including Patti herself. Despite these playful insults, Patti often asked for the composer’s advice. When he passed away in 1868, Patti performed a duet at his funeral. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

654. Gioachino Rossini. Boldly penned untranslated ALS in Italian, signed “G. Rossini,” one page, 6.25 x 4, no date. In very good to fine condition, with soiling and a few spots of foxing. Precertified PSA/DNA. MB $200

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Handsome musical quote from ‘La Traviata,’ signed during Verdi’s 1882 trip to London for the premier of ‘Hymn of the Nations’ 655. Giuseppe Verdi. Italian com-

poser (1813–1901) who was one of the most influential figures in the history of opera. AMQS on an off-white 8.25 x 5.25 sheet. Verdi pens 10 bars of music and lyrics from the dramatic high point of ‘La Traviata,’ signing at the conclusion, “G. Verdi, London 22 Maggio 1882.” Sheet is affixed to an identical size sheet. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple through the paraph of Verdi’s signature, a few small repairs, and scattered light toning and soiling.

One of only two secular choral works composed by Verdi, ‘Inno delle Nazioni’ (‘Hymn of the Nations’) was written for the 1862 International Exhibition in London, embodying the event by incorporating the national anthems ‘God Save the King,’ ‘La Marseillaise,’ and ‘Inno di Mameli.’ It marked his first collaboration with Arrigo Boito, who would later go on to write the original libretti of Otello and Falstaff, and premiered at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London on May 24, 1882, just two days after he penned this piece from ‘La Traviata.’

A beautiful piece with a notable date in Verdi’s distinguished career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $500

Wagner at the time of his final opera 656. Richard Wagner. Original 2.5 x

4 carte-de-visite profile portrait of Wagner

by Elliott & Fry, circa 1877, signed below the image in purple ink, “Richard Wagner.”

Printed text on the reverse reads: “Elliot & Fry, 55, Baker Street, Portman Square, London, W.” Light scattered foxing and soiling, mild silvering to darker areas of the image, and a light pencil notation to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. At the time of this portrait, Wagner was struggling financially and working on what would be his final opera, Parsifal. Exceptionally rare in this format, this is the first example of Wagner in this profile pose that we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

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contemporary music Massive collection of America’s greatest songwriters 657. American Popular Song Lifetime Collection. Remarkable

collection of nearly 500 items signed by a wide assortment of composers, lyricists, singers, performers, and others related to the canon of American Popular Song, consisting mostly of letters, documents, and signed photos. Signers include: Duke Ellington; Irving Berlin (4); William C. Handy (3); George M. Cohan (8); Samuel Goldwyn; Ira Gershwin (4); Johnny Green (2); Mary Martin (4); Fred Astaire; Johnny Marks; Eubie Blake (5); Meredith Willson (12); Irving Caesar (13); Fanny Brice (3); Alan Jay Lerner (2); Sammy Cahn (10); Leonard Bernstein (2); Rudolf Friml (6); Eddy Duchin; Ray Bolger; Vera-Ellen (5); Henry Mancini (5); Perry Como (2); Hoagy Carmichael (11); J. Fred Coots (5); Johnny Mercer (2); Johnny Green (7); Jack Norworth (2); Geoffrey O’Hara (15); James Van Heusen (11); Jule Styne; Burt Bacharach; Victor Herbert; Judy Holliday; Edna Ferber; DuBose Heyward; Sigmund Romberg (2); Sammy Cahn and Milton Berle; Eddie Cantor; Andre Previn; Otto Harbach (2); Otto Harbach and Irving Caesar, and many others. Includes many unsigned items and numerous original mailing envelopes. In overall very good to fine condition. An unprecedented assortment of America’s most storied and influential musicians.

Due to the large quantity a few secretarial and/or printed signatures may be included. 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. Starting Bid $1000

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Live at Birdland 658. John Coltrane. Coltrane

Live at Birdland album signed and inscribed inside the gatefold in blue ballpoint, “John Coltrane, To ‘Tee,’ Thanks.” In very good condition, with tape stains over signature and paper loss to hinge. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $300

Lucille guitar signed by King and 15 other blues dynamos 659. B. B. King.Lovely ebony-bodied

Gibson B. B. King Lucille right-handed electric guitar with gold hardware and pearloid fret markers, model no. ARLCEBGH1 and serial no. 92495672, signed on the body in silver ink by King. Also signed on the pick guard and body in gold and silver ink by fifteen other blues musicians, including: Buddy Guy, Michael MacDonald, Boz Scaggs, Jeff Healy, Issac Hayes, Sam Moore, Willie Mitchell, Preston Shannon, and several members of King’s original band. Includes a Gibson hardshell case.

In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

Youthful portrait of Ol’ Blue Eyes 660. Frank Sinatra. Uncommon color satin-finish 11 x 14 head-and-shoulders photo of a young Sinatra wearing a polka dot bow tie, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. A highly appealing oversized example of the legendary crooner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Lengthy and insightful 1960 letter from the expectant Cline 661. Patsy Cline. ALS signed “Patsy, Charlie, & Julie,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, August 10, 1960. Letter to Ree and Pat Flynt, in full: “Well gal, I know I’m late on lettering writing again but I’ve really got a good excuse this time. I went to the hospital out in L. A. & nearly lost the baby and after staying there 2 1/2 days got out & went back to work. Went to Oregon last Wed & come back to L. A. on Sun. While up there I got sick again & I made it home Monday but I’m still between the house & the hospital. I’m going to the Dr. today at 1:P.M. so I’ll find out what’s the trouble. Tonight I’ve got to go to Springfield, Ill. for 2 days, back Monday so I hope I make it. Frankly I think I’m gonna lose this youngin yet. But guess I’ll have to leave it to the man upstairs.

I don’t have to work the 10 day next week in Wisconsin so I guess it’s best, but I sure could use the money. I’ve got 6 days pending in Texas at a state fair somewhere. If I get it I’ll let you know where & when. Hope you both are well and that you are still planning on a trip to see me before long. I sure would like to see you all. I hear El Paso made my record ‘pick hit’ of the week last week so I wrote to them, you send me the call letters & address & the D. J.’s name you write to & I’ll write him a letter & send him some station breaks. I’m making up a bunch for stations next week.

When I get back Mon. I’ll be signing either with Decca (if they give me an advance in money) or Victor of Challenge. I don’t know who but Challenge & R.C.A. we’ve already talked to. The only reason I’ll sign with Decca is if they give me $3000, advance. I’m gonna cut an album right away of standards I like, religious standards, & a blues album. It sure is good to know I don’t have Bill McCall to fool with anymore or tell me what songs I can do. Well I’ve got clothes to get packed & go to the hair dresser & Dr. so write soon and I’ll let you know what the Dr. says today over the weekend. Tell Pat hello and to come to see us soon, cause I miss you gal.” Cline adds a brief postscript, “Julie can sing Crazy Dreams all way through & just plain as day. I just die laughing.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Cline’s own hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Early backstage signatures—with photographic evidence!

662. Beatles. Choice vintage ballpoint signatures of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr on a pink 4.25 x 3.25 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.

The autographs were obtained backstage at the Royal Hall, Harrogate, Yorkshire on March 8, 1963, and are accompanied by a statement of provenance from the original recipient as well as three modern reprints of photographs taken at the time; one shows her backstage with the Beatles while George is signing her autograph book. When they signed this the Beatles had just scored their first big hit—‘Please Please Me’ was topping the charts—and their debut album was due out in two weeks. A superlative example with excellent provenance. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $1000

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Full lineup of individual Beatles signatures 663. Beatles. Desirable full set of blue ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon,” “Love, Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on individual 5 x 3 album pages removed from a hardcover autograph book. The Harrison page is affixed to what was the front cover and a few noticeable vertical creases pass through his signature, a couple spots of foxing to the McCartney page, and trivial edge toning, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

Vintage Beatles signatures from the set of Help!

664. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures of John Lennon, George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr on a folded off-white sheet of Appointment Consultants letterhead, with the signed panel measuring 4 x 5; the opposite panel signed in ballpoint by actor Patrick Cargill. In very good to fine condition, with light overall handling wear. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “During my stay at a house in Strand on the Green, Chiswick, West London, some of the filming of ‘Help’ took place. On Saturday 24 April 1965 the Beatles were filmed being chased along the river side (Thames) and also at a scene at the pub.

The Beatles and [Patrick] Cargill sat outside the house in between takes and it was then that I obtained the autographs…I took quite a few photographs of the filming activities.” Also accompanied by a glossy sheet of six photos depicting the aforementioned chase scene.

Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

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665. Beatles: George Harrison. Apple Records

business check, 7.75 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Harrison, payable to Marlow Laundry for £6.3.5, June 9, 1970. In fine condition, with Harrison retracing a weak felt tip signature with bold blue ballpoint. This check dates to just two months after the announcement of the Beatles breakup; Harrison was then working on his first solo album, All Things Must Pass, which was released by Apple Records later in 1970. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

Rare 1975 power of attorney 666. Beatles: John Lennon. DS, one page both sides, 5 x 6, February 18, 1975. Barclays Bank of New York document by which Lennon grants David Miller power of attorney for handling his affairs with the bank, signed at the conclusion in black felt tip by Lennon.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, who notes that Lennon’s personal financial documents are exceedingly rare. Interestingly, Lennon’s album Rock ‘n’ Roll had been released in the US just a day earlier on February 17th. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

1968 document connecting John and Yoko 667. Beatles: John Lennon. DS, one page, 8.25 x 11.75, May 14, 1968.

Document from Morris Wigram & Company related to Yoko’s finances, detailing the balances to be paid. Signed at the bottom in green felt tip by Lennon. In very good to fine condition, with staple holes to upper left corner, punch holes to edges, and several horizontal folds. This document dates to around the same time that the relationship between Lennon and Ono began to take hold in earnest, and he would divorce his wife Cynthia within six months. Lennon and Ono were married less than a year later in March 1969. Meanwhile, tension was growing among the Beatles and the band would soon fracture and go their separate ways. An intriguing document from a most important time in Lennon’s personal and professional life. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

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Jerry’s underground work ‘Arches’

668. Beatles: Lennon, McCartney, and Starr. Vintage

ballpoint signatures of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr on the reverse of an off-white 4.5 x 3 clipped menu from The Commodore Club at The Imperial Hotel in Torquay, United Kingdom. In very good condition, with scattered overall creasing, and ink skipping due to an obviously faulty pen. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “These signatures date from just past mid-1963, and in fact The Beatles played at the Princess Theatre in Torquay on August 18, 1963.” Also accompanied by a letter of provenance from the son of the original recipient, in part: “My late father…was once a travelling salesman for a cigar importer. One of his usual stays was at a hotel in Torquay. The manager introduced him to the Beatles who were also staying at the time. My father told me he spent the night drinking and playing snooker with the boys.

Unfortunately George Harrison retired early and didn’t sign the bar bill.” Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

671. Jerry Garcia. Wonderful color limited edition 10.5 x 7.5 lithograph of a 1991 painting by Jerry Garcia entitled ‘Arches,’ numbered 175/500, signed in the lower border to the right of the blindstamped fish emblem in pencil, “J. Garcia.” Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.25 x 17.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

The 1993 Grateful Dead lineup

669. Beatles: Ringo Starr. UK

first vinyl pressing of the Beatles Please Please Me album signed on the back cover in black ballpoint. In very good condition, with Starr signing over printing on back cover, scattered soiling, dampstaining, and tape remnants to back cover, and some light wrinkling and surface marks to front cover.

The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

Sought-after comic anthology inspired by 16 classic Grateful Dead songs 670. Jerry Garcia. Signed book: Grateful Dead Comix. Limited first edition, numbered 470/500. NY: Hyperion, 1992. Hardcover with slipcase, 9 x 11.5, 119 pages. Signed on a colophon affixed to the first free end page in black ink, “J. Garcia.” In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

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672. Grateful Dead. Wonderful satin-finish 10 x 8 Arista Records

publicity photo of the Grateful Dead circa 1993, signed in black felt tip by Jerry Garcia, Billy Kreutzmann, Vince Welnick, Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, and Mickey Hart. In fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Joplin and Big Brother hit Campus Magazine in 1967

Wyman graciously mails a fully signed 1964 Stones promo card 676. Rolling Stones. At-

674. Janis Joplin. Complete spring-summer 1967 issue of Campus Magazine, Vol. II, No. 3, 8.75 x 11.25, signed on the reverse in brown felt tip by Janis Joplin and three key original members of Big Brother and the Holding Company: Peter Albin, James Gurley, and Sam Andrew. In very good to fine condition, with some handling wear.

A scarce combination of signatures from early in Joplin’s career. Precertified REAL. Starting Bid $300

tractive vintage circa 1964 promo card of the Rolling Stones, 5.5 x 4,25, signed in blue ballpoint by Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Charlie Watts, and Bill Wyman, who inscribes, “Love t o R o s e m a r y, xxxxx.” Wyman has also signed and inscribed on the reverse, “Dear Rosemary, Mick sings Bye, Bye Johnny, Thank you, Bill Wyman.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, written in Wyman’s own hand, postmarked March 8, 1964. Wyman’s note references the song ‘Bye Bye Johnny,’ which was the first track on their recently released self-titled EP that also featured this image on the cover. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

“One Heart, Bob Marley” 675. Bob Marley. Uncommon glossy 10 x 8 Island Records publicity photo of Marley seated on a sofa with a mirror showing his reflection in the background, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Ruth, One Heart, Bob Marley.” In fine condition, with a tiny tack hole to upper border, and some scattered light creases and fingerprint impressions. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Marley replaced Jimmy Cliff as Island’s premiere reggae artist when he signed with the label in 1972 and recorded the album Catch a Fire. Although success would still be a few years off, Marley’s next three albums with Island—Burnin’, Natty Dread, and Rastaman Vibration—helped introduce his sound to an international audience. A boldly signed photo of the reggae legend.

Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $300

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Full lineup of the vintage 1964 Stones 677. Rolling Stones. Highly appealing circa 1964 menu with a Watney’s Red Barrel logo,

5 x 8, signed in red felt tip by Bill Wyman, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, and Charlie Watts, who adds “the Rolling Stones.” In fine condition, with one central horizontal fold. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained in Torquay, England, on August 29, 1964, after the group had performed at the Town Hall. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “This is a letter of verification that I the undersigned did indeed meet and speak with the very young ‘Rolling Stones,’ and obtained their autographs…

During 1963 they commenced their 1st major tour, supporting more famous acts. I and my friends saw them at the Torquay Town Hall, where they supported the ‘Barron Knights.’ After the show, my friends and I went for a drink and meal, at a small Indian restaurant…This is where we met the ‘Stones’—and shared a very cheap bottle of wine, and they kindly signed a blank menu card.” Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $300

Jackson’s Jehovah’s Witness notes

679. Rolling Stones. Ballpoint sig-

678. Michael Jackson. Handwritten notes, unsigned, one page both sides, no date. Notes headed “Sunday Meeting. Family life that warms the heart.” In part: “Jehovah gave us laws how to guide our families to a happy life Gen 1:28…Communication where the husband should know whats on the wifes mind…spending time associating selfishness will not bring a good communication, honesty is important…

Keep close to your children if you want them to grow in the truth…

Let children know their part of the family by asking their opinion on things.” In fine condition. Jackson was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness but broke away from the denomination in the late 1980s. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

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natures and inscriptions, “Love to Les, Bill Wyman, xxx,” “To Les, Love from, Charlie Boy, xxx,” and “To Les, Mick Jagger,” and in pencil, “To Les, Brian Jones,” on a light green 4.25 x 3 album page. Signed and inscribed on the reverse in bold ballpoint, “Love to Les, Keith Richards, xo.” In very good condition, with scattered moderate overall creasing and a few light stains. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

680. Prince. Attractive ballpoint signature, “Prince Nelson,” on a light green 4 x 1 slip clipped from a check. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $200

Huge poster for Prince’s brilliant Sign o’ the Times 681. Prince. Incredible color 27 x 41 poster for the 1987 concert

film Sign o’ the Times, prominently signed in black felt tip, “Love God. -P+.” Rolled and in fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Pre-certified REAL. Starting Bid $500

The innovative pop legend 682. Prince. Highly desirable glossy 8 x 9.75 half-length photo of the late pop star, prominently signed in blue felt tip, “Love God—Prince.” In fine condition, with a partly erased stray ink mark above the sentiment. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $500

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683. 1960s Rock

684. 1970s Rock

Starting Bid $200

685. AC/DC

Starting Bid $200

688.

Allman Brothers Band

Starting Bid $200

692. Bee Gees Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

686. AC/DC

687. AC/DC

Starting Bid $200

689. Louis Armstrong Starting Bid $200

694. Irving Berlin Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

690. Louis Armstrong Starting Bid $200

691. Chet Baker Starting Bid $200

695. Irving Berlin Starting Bid $200

697. Blues Musicians

696. Big Bill Broonzy

699. David Bowie Starting Bid $200

700. David Bowie Starting Bid $200

703. The Carpenters Starting Bid $200

706. Eric Clapton Starting Bid $200

698. David Bowie

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

707. Eric Clapton Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

701. David Bowie

702. James Brown

704. The Carpenters

705. Cheap Trick

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

708. George M. Cohan Starting Bid $200

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709. George M. Cohan Starting Bid $200

712. Sam Cooke, Clyde McPhatter, and the Everly Brothers Starting Bid $200

715. Def Leppard Starting Bid $200

716. John Denver Starting Bid $200

719. Duke Ellington Starting Bid $200

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710. Phil Collins

7121 Cream

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

713. Crosby, Stills, and Nash

714. Miles Davis

717. Dire Straits

718. The Doors

720. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer

721. Rose Gershwin

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

722. Ira Gershwin Starting Bid $200

723. Ira Gershwin and Irving Berlin

724. Green Day

726. Mick Jagger

727. B. B. King

Starting Bid $200

725. W. C. Handy Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

728. Jerome Kern Starting Bid $200

731. Little Richard Starting Bid $200

729. Led Zeppelin: Jimmy Page Starting Bid $200

732. Little Richard Starting Bid $200

733. Madonna and David Mamet Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

730. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant Starting Bid $200

734. Paul McCartney and David Bowie Starting Bid $200

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735. Men at Work

736. Glenn Miller

739. Van Morrison

740. Motley Crue

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

743. Musicians Starting Bid $200

746. The Ramones Starting Bid $200

737. The Monkees

738. The Monkees

741. Motley Crue

742. Motley Crue

744. Rick Nelson

745. Jimmy Page and David Coverdale

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

747. Rockpile

Starting Bid $200

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748. Rodgers and Hammerstein Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

749. Pete Seeger and Tommy Sands Starting Bid $200

750. Simon and Garfunkel

751. Frank Sinatra

Starting Bid $200

753. Bruce Springsteen Starting Bid $200

755. Rod Stewart

756. James Taylor

758. Andrew Lloyd Webber

759. The Who: Townshend and Daltrey

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

752. Grace Slick

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

754. Rod Stewart Starting Bid $200

757. Stevie Ray Vaughan Starting Bid $200

760. The Who: Pete Townshend Starting Bid $200

761. ZZ Top

Starting Bid $200

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madonna EVITA The long anticipated film version of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Evita was brought to vivid life in 1996 behind the creative forces of director Alan Parker and its leading star, Madonna. Based on the life of political leader Eva Peron, the second wife of Argentine president Juan Peron, the period film proved to be a commercial and critical success, grossing an estimated $140 million worldwide, and earning numerous awards and nominations, with Madonna winning a Golden Globe for Best Actress, and ‘You Must Love Me’ taking home the prize for Best Original Song at the Golden Globes and Academy Awards. Evita has since become regarded as the actress’s most refined and enduring film, with Madonna herself deeming it as her proudest achievement.

762. Evita: Madonna’s Production-Worn Pink and White Dress. Madonna’s production-worn pink and white zig-zag silk dress

used during rehearsals for her role as Eva Peron in the 1996 film Evita. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the movie.

Madonna wore this dress during rehearsals for the active dance sequence during the musical number ‘Buenos Aires/Star Quality’ upon Eva’s arrival in the big city. This dress features the same colors as the polka-dot one worn on screen and was used during rehearsals so that camera and lighting technicians could make adjustments that would stay consistent when actually filming. It was also used to cut the pattern for the dress worn in the film and allowed the actual costume to be preserved from excess wear. MB $300

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763. Evita: Madonna’s ScreenWorn Black Faille Skirt Suit.

Madonna’s screen-worn black faille skirt suit from her famous role as Eva Peron in the 1996 film Evita. The 1940s style two-piece suit consists of a jacket made of a heavy faille with gray satin lining and silver metal mesh buttons and a matching skirt. It was worn on screen during the musical number ‘And the Money Kept Rolling In,’ in which Eva gets out of a car and enters the headquarters of her newly established Fundacion Ayuda Social. A production label reading “Madonna” is sewn inside. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the movie. MB $500

764. Evita: Madonna’s Screen-Worn Red Dress With Rhinestones. Madonna’s screen-worn red sleeveless evening dress from her famous role as Eva Peron in the 1996 film Evita. The 1940s style floor-length crepe dress features a sweetheart neckline trimmed with five rows of rhinestone studs and was worn on screen during the musical number ‘Peron’s Latest Flame,’ in which Eva accompanies Peron to an upscale restaurant to the dismay of the upper class. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the movie. MB $1000

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Lovely screen-worn dress from Evita

765. Evita: Madonna’s Screen-Worn Ruched Burgundy Dress. Madonna’s screen-worn sheer burgundy dress from her famous role as Eva Peron in the 1996 film Evita. The beautiful 1930s style mid-length chiffon ruched V-neck dress features a horizontal knife pleat bodice and tulip sleeves and was worn on screen during the song ‘Goodnight and Thank You,’ in which Eva dumps her previous lover for a radio executive. A production label reading “Madonna” is sewn inside, as is the original costumer’s tag. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the movie. MB $500

766. Evita: Madonna’s Screen-Worn Yellow and Lavender Dress. Madonna’s

screen-worn summer dress from her famous role as Eva Peron in the 1996 film Evita. The 1940s style mid-length dress features a gorgeous lavender, yellow, and green floral pattern and was worn on screen during the musical number ‘Rainbow High,’ in which Eva visits with Argentine peasants after her rise to power.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the movie. MB $500

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Eva Peron’s gorgeous halter dress

767. Evita: Madonna’s Screen-Worn Silver and Black Halter Dress. Madonna’s screen-worn halter dress from her famous role

as Eva Peron in the 1996 film Evita. The striking 1940s style floorlength gray and black dress with silver weave features a swirl-pattern print and was worn on screen during the musical number ‘Goodnight and Thank You,’ in which Eva has dumped her previous lover for a military officer and they dine together. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the movie. MB $1000

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768. Madonna ‘Dress You Up’ Pair of First Proof Artwork Sheets. Superb 1985 UK WEA set

of two full-color original first proof artwork sheets for the UK 7˝ and 12˝ singles of Madonna’s ‘Dress You Up.’ The proof for the 7˝ cover measures 25 x 18 and features three identical images of the front and back covers; the proof for the 12˝ release measures 15 x 25 and features the front and back covers. Proofing bars, trim marks, and job numbers appear in the borders.

In fine condition. A very attractive pairing. MB $200

769. Madonna ‘Evita’ Artwork Proofs.

Attractive US two sheet set of artwork proofs for the booklet in the American CD release of the Evita soundtrack, 25 x 19, featuring full artwork for the 24-page booklet. Proofing bars, trim marks, and job numbers appear in the borders. In fine condition. MB $200

771. Madonna ‘Holiday’ Proof Artwork Sheet. Early 1983 UK

WEA/Sire original fullcolor first proof artwork sheet for the UK 12˝ single of Madonna’s ‘Holiday,’ 15 x 26, featuring the front and back cover artwork with proofing bars and trim marks along the left side. In fine condition. MB $200

770.

Madonna ‘Express Yourself’ First Cover Proof Artwork. Excellent

1989 UK WEA full-color first proof artwork sheet for the UK 12˝ single of Madonna’s ‘Express Yourself,’ 15 x 26, featuring images for the front and back covers and including four color separation overlays for yellow, magenta, cyan, and black. Proofing bars, trim marks, and job numbers appear in the borders. In fine condition. MB $200

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772. Madonna ‘LIVE at Wembley Stadium’ Artwork Sheet.

Attractive 1987 UK WEA full-color original first proof artwork sheet for a promotional poster and in-store display advertising her Wembley Stadium concerts and first four albums, 18 x 25, including proofing bars and job numbers in the borders. In fine condition. MB $200

Madonna’s opulent white Donatella Versace fur coat 773. Madonna ‘Music’ Video-Worn Donatella Versace Fur Coat. Madon-

na’s gorgeous screen-worn white fur coat by Donatella Versace worn in the music video for her 2000 hit single ‘Music.’ The luxurious coat was worn throughout the entirety of the nearly fiveminute long video, which won numerous awards including ‘Best Pop Clip of the Year’ at the Billboard Music Awards and ‘Best Dance Video’ at the International Dance Music Awards. In fine condition.

Originally obtained from Madonna’s manager. MB $2500

The material girl’s white silk pants worn in the ‘Music’ video 774. Madonna ‘Music’ Video-Worn Donatella Versace Silk Pants. Madonna’s attractive screen-worn white silk pants by Donatella Versace worn in the music video for her 2000 hit single ‘Music.’ These stunning pants were worn throughout the entirety of the nearly five-minute long video, which won numerous awards including ‘Best Pop Clip of the Year’ at the Billboard Music Awards and ‘Best Dance Video’ at the International Dance Music Awards. In fine condition.

Originally obtained from Madonna’s manager. MB $500

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Jimmy Choo high heels worn by Madonna

775. Madonna ‘Music’ Video-Worn Jimmy Choo Shoes. Madonna’s screen-worn white stiletto high heels by Jimmy Choo worn in the music video for her 2000 hit single ‘Music.’ These shoes were worn throughout the entirety of the nearly five-minute long video, which won numerous awards including ‘Best Pop Clip of the Year’ at the Billboard Music Awards and ‘Best Dance Video’ at the International Dance Music Awards. In fine condition. Originally obtained from Madonna’s manager. MB $500

776.

Madonna Cherish UK Proof Artwork. Desirable

1989 UK full-color original glossy Chromalin proof artwork for the 7˝ single of Madonna’s single ‘Cherish,’ 10 x 16, featuring the front and back covers; and a color 25 x 18 proof artwork sheet for both sides of the 12˝ picture disc. In overall fine condition. MB $200

777. Madonna Pair of Who’s That Girl First Proof Artwork.

Impressive 1987 UK WEA set of two full-color original first proof artwork sheets for the UK 7˝ and 12˝ singles of Madonna’s ‘Who’s That Girl.’

The proof for the 7˝ cover measures 25.5 x 18 and features three identical images of the front and back covers; the proof for the 12˝ release measures 15 x 25.5 and features the front and back covers.

Proofing bars, trim marks, and job numbers appear in the borders.

In fine condition. MB $200

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778. Madonna Set of Three First Proof Artwork Sheets.

Fantastic set of three full-color original first proof artwork sheets for the limited edition UK 12˝ picture disc singles ‘Who’s That Girl,’ ‘The Look of Love,’ and ‘Express Yourself,’ each measuring 25 x 18, including proofing bars and trim marks in the borders. In fine condition. An extremely attractive set of rare artwork for classic Madonna singles. MB $200

779.

Madonna Signed Book. Signed

book: Lotsa de Casha.

First edition. NY: Callaway, 2005. Hardcover with dust jacket, 8.25 x 10.5. Signed on the child’s dedication page in black felt tip, “Love, Madonna.” Also includes a color 11 x 14 print of a Rui Paes illustration from the book, signed in pencil by Paes; only 100 copies of this book included the signed print. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. MB $200

The top prize at the 1998 MTV Europe Music Awards

780. Madonna’s 1998 MTV European Music Award for ‘Ray of Light’. Madonna’s 1998 MTV Europe Music Award for Best Album, given in recognition of her album Ray of Light. The trophy features an engraved plaque on the front reading, “MTV Europe Music Awards, Italia 1998, Best Album, Madonna.”

In fine condition. The 1998 MTV European Music Awards were held at the Fila Forum in Milan, Italy, and Madonna performed one of her hit singles from Ray of Light, ‘The Power of Good-Bye.’ The album went on to win four Grammy Awards the next year, including Best Pop Album. MB $2500

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781.

R e - I n v e n t i o n To u r : Madonna’s Promotion-Worn Black Sequined Shrug and Rhinestone Belt. Madonna’s promotionworn black and silver shrug and velvet ribbon belt worn in some of the photos included in the program for her 2004 Reinvention Tour. The extravagant shrug features alternating stripes of black and silver sequins and the belt is decorated with purple and green rhinestones and has a large circular purple rhinestone buckle. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the tour. MB $500

782. Re-Invention Tour: Madonna’s Promotion-Worn Gold Sequined Bolero. Madonna’s promotion-worn gold sequined bolero

jacket worn in the image used for the posters and advertisements promoting her 2004 Reinvention Tour, and also seen in several of the photos included in the tour program. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the tour. A highly desirable piece with excellent photo identification. MB $500

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783. Re-Invention Tour: Madonna’s PromotionWorn Silver Beaded Mesh Wrap. Madonna’s

promotion-worn mesh wrap worn in some of the photos included in the program for her 2004 Reinvention Tour.

The sheer short-sleeved wrap features a knee-length train and has beaded decorations sewn around the neckline, hems, and waist. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the tour. MB $500

Beautiful feather cloak from 2000’s The Next Big Thing 784. The Next Best Thing: Madonna’s Screen-Worn Vintage Marabou Cloak. Madonna’s sumptuous screen-

worn marabou feather cloak from her role as Abbie Reynolds in the 2000 film The Next Big Thing. The beautiful full-length cloak has a peach satin lining with an exterior fully covered in tricolor marabou feathers, featuring dark brown around the hem, caramel in the middle, and cream around the top and shoulders. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Palace Costume Company, which provided Madonna’s wardrobe for the movie. MB $1000

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classic entertainment 785. Abbott and Costello. Vintage

glossy 10 x 7.75 photo of the comedians making silly faces, boldly signed and inscribed against the white background in fountain pen, “To—‘Doug,’ your pals, Bud Abbott” and “Lou Costello.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges and a bit of emulsion irregularity. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

786. Abbott and Costello.

DS, signed “Bud Abbott” and “Lou Costello,” three pages, 8.5 x 11, January 5, 1949.

Agreement between Abbott and Costello and Universal Pictures relating to compensation for a “photoplay now entitled ‘Wistful Widow of Wagon Gap.’” Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Abbott and Costello, and countersigned

by Universal Pictures executives. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

787. Charlie Chaplin. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length profile portrait of Chaplin seated an an organ, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely yrs, Charlie Chaplin.” Reverse bears an affixed Chaplin Studios caption dated June 1929. In very good to fine condition, with pin holes to corners and scattered overall soiling and light silvering. An appealing and unusual pose of the influential filmmaker. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Sought-after 1955 James Dean–Warner Bros. document 788. James Dean. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, July 25, 1955. Document

submitted to Warner Bros. Pictures requesting a change in address for his paychecks, in part: “I previously gave you authorization and you were kind enough to arrange for my checks to be mailed to my agent, Jane Deacy Agency…New York. I wish to cancel this previous authorization…You will please accept this as my authorization and request to mail all future checks payable to me to my business managers at the following address: James Dean, c/o Coulter and Gray, 430 North Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, California.” Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with several intersecting folds. Jane Deacy became Dean’s agent while he was still in New York and she recognized his talent right away. It was largely her persistence in helping him find roles that enabled his breakthrough in Hollywood. By this point in time Dean was working on Giant, which would be his final film; Deacy would soon arrive in Hollywood to negotiate a contract with Warner Bros., resulting in a $900,000, nine-movie deal. Dean tragically died in an automobile accident in September, his promise unfulfilled.

A highly desirable document pertinent to the legend’s career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Tate, Hepburn, and Garland headline a huge collection of female stars

789.

Female Entertainers.

Impressive collection of 132 signatures of various female entertainers on individual cards, including: Sharon Tate, Audrey Hepburn (2), Judy Garland, Jayne Mansfield, Susan Hayward, Gracie Allen, Lauren Bacall, Ann Bancroft, Shirley Booth, Claudia Cardinale, Leslie Caron, June Carter Cash, Cyd Charisse, Claudette Colbert, Jeanne Crain, Joan Crawford, Bette Davis, Lorraine Day, Doris Day, Yvonne De Carlo, Diana Dors, Irene Dunne, Cass Elliott, Linda Evans, Nina Foch, Greer Garson, Janet Gaynor, Katherine Grayson, June Haver, Olivia de Havilland, June Havoc, Edith Head, Tippi Hedren, Sonja Henie, Ruth Hussey, Jeanette MacDonald, Ann Rutherford, Inger Stevens, Vera-Ellen, and nearly one hundred others.

In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $300

Early portrait of the dashing star 791. Clark Gable.

790. Jean Gabin. Vintage glossy 9.25 x 11.75 photo of a drenched Gabin wearing a rain coat, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Jean Gabin, Barcelona.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing and surface impressions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.75 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Suzanne, With my kindest wishes always, Clark Gable.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges. A handsome image of one of Hollywood’s most famous actors. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare twice-signed example

“Rita Cansino”— before she was Hayworth 7 9 4 .

R i t a Hayworth. Gorgeous

792. Greta Garbo. Rare Chase

Manhattan Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, boldly filled out and signed by Garbo, “Greta Garbo,” payable to Cash for $3,500, October 27, 1966, and endorsed again on the reverse in black ballpoint. In fine condition. From the estate of Greta Garbo.

An exemplary twice-signed check from the reclusive leading lady, who often resorted to paying in cash due to many payees opting to keep her valued signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

early vintage mattefinish 5 x 7 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Joseph, Best wishes, Rita Cansino.”

In fine condition. Hayworth appeared in a number of small roles for Fox Studios under her birth name, Margarita ‘Rita’ Cansino, then adopted her familiar stage name (which was adapted from her mother’s maiden name) soon after her move to Columbia Pictures in 1937. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

795. Katharine Hepburn. Stunning

Rare portrait of The Birth of a Nation director

vintage matte-finish 10 x 13 full-length studio portrait, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Charles Martin, all good wishes, Katharine Hepburn.” Stamped on the reverse with an MGM/ Willinger photo credit. In fine condition, with light corner creases and some light contrast to signature.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

796. Katharine Hepburn.

793. D. W. Griffith. Trailblazing filmmaker (1875–1948) who

directed a number of important early classics, including Intolerance and the iconic Birth of a Nation. Striking sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Griffith in an overcoat and fedora hat, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, D. W. Griffith.” In fine condition, with small crease to right edge. Signed images of the pioneering director are seldom encountered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hepburn with her hand below her chin, signed in the lower right in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Huge self-portrait of the ‘Master of Suspense’ 797. Alfred Hitchcock.

Original signed felt tip self-portrait sketch of his immediately recognizable profile on an off-white 11 x 14 cardstock sheet, signed and inscribed, “For Joe, from, Alfred J. Hitchcock.” In fine condition, with faint perimeter toning from prior display.

Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Lombard, Cooper, Jolson, and others converge at the 1932 LA Olympics 798. Hollywood. Uncom-

mon official daily program for the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, dated July 31, 1932, 7.5 x 10.5, thirty-two pages, signed on the inside of the back cover in ink by Carole Lombard, Gary Cooper, Al Jolson, Norma Shearer, Joe E. Brown, Harold Lloyd, and Douglas Fairbanks, Sr.. In very good to fine condition, with general handling wear, the cover held together with strips of old tape, and a light vertical fold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Houdini in his first year as SAM president 799. Harry Houdini. Society of

American Magicians membership card issued to Paul R. Semple for 1917-1918, 4 x 2.5, signed at the bottom in fountain pen by Houdini as president, and countersigned by Oscar S. Teale as secretary. In very good to fine condition, with two areas of light staining not affecting the signature.

Founded on May 10, 1902, in the back room of Martinka’s magic shop in New York, the Society expanded under the leadership of Harry Houdini during his term as National President from 19171926. An exceptional piece of magic history, signed by the master in his first year as SAM president. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“You ought to see the Handcuffs & irons used in Germany”—Houdini sketches shackles during his first major tour

800. Harry Houdini. ALS signed “Houdini,” one page on two adjoining sheets, 8.75 x 11.25, August 2, 1900. Letter to fellow magician Servais Le Roy. In part: “Opened here last night & made good. You ought to see the Handcuffs & irons used in Germany. Here cuffs are used and every station has different cuffs, in fact there are no two alike. I am going to bring some styles back with me & I’ll give you a fine pair. Here is the way they look [sketch of the handcuffs]. Has two spring lock & looks like the lilly iron the leg irons look like this [sketch]. Did you know I patented the Hand cuff act in Europe, the drawings won’t be published in 9 months. Robinson patented his catching gold fish in the air, and he stopped Hiam from making the trick and Maskeleyne from doing it. The opposition house hired a man from Berlin to expose Hand cuffs & he was closed after his first show. It seems strange people like to see the act exposed. But it does not pay to expose anything.” Matted and in fine condition, with chipping along the right edge affecting one word of text.

Houdini writes during the first year of his tour through Europe, where he would remain for four years. As he alludes to in this letter, he challenged the local police departments of each city he visited to restrain him; Houdini, of course, inevitably escaped and he became famous throughout Europe as the ‘King of Handcuffs.’ In addition to discussing his own act, Houdini touches upon the flourishing illusionist trade, mentioning William Robinson, who performed under the name Chung Ling Soo, and John Nevil Maskelyne, known for his levitation illusion. An early, truly remarkable Houdini letter boasting ideal magical content. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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The sympathetic Ford’s Theatre witness to Lincoln’s assassination

801. George Hurrell. Massive

36 x 48 three-quarter length photo of the lovely French actress Sylvia Kristel, signed in the lower right in white paint, “Hurrell/‘80.” Framed under Plexiglas and in fine condition. Hurrell photos of such atypical size remain highly desirable.

Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

804. Laura Keene.

“For the publication of Boris Karloff comics, magazines and comic books” 802. Boris Karloff.

DS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, December 4, 1968. Agreement between Karloff and the Western Publishing Company related to a previous contract “providing for the publication of Boris Karloff comics, magazines and comic books.” Signed at the conclusion in ballpoint

by Karloff and countersigned by a secretary.

In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing, staple holes to top left corner, and a small piece of old tape on the reverse showing through. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

803. Boris Karloff.

Outstanding glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Karloff holding a pipe, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Norman, Boris Karloff.”

In fine condition. A particularly dignified portrait of the Universal horror icon. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Stage actress and manager (1826–1873) whose company was playing Our American Cousin at Ford’s Theatre on the night of Lincoln’s assassination.

After he was shot, she entered his box and tried to comfort him, cradling his head in her lap. Scarce ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, personal monogrammed letterhead, June 28, 1868. In part: “Will you pay me that promised visit at your earliest leisure, I have a matter of great importance…and would like to consult with you on the subject.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

805. Grace Kelly. Beautiful

glossy 8 x 10 photo of a young Kelly smiling nicely, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

806. Grace Kelly. ALS signed

“Grace,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, Square de l’Avenue Foch letterhead, June 24, [1979]. Letter to Mrs. Marcel Palmaro. In part: “Thank you for your sweet invitation to visit this summer—unfortunately we are unable to accept…Stephie will go to camp in the Poconos & Albie is touring with the Amherst Glee Club. They sang in Monaco last week & were marvelous—Caroline & Philippe will go to Wimbledon & then be in Monaco most of the summer.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in her own hand.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare 1984 Tony Award for Best Musical, given to La Cage aux Folles 807.

La Cage aux Folles. Incredibly desirable American Theater Wing Antoinette Perry Award, commonly known as the ‘Tony,’ the medal measuring 3″ in diameter and held in its original 8.25˝ tall stand, engraved on the reverse: “The League of American Theatres and Producers, Inc., and the American Theatre Wing, Inc., Present the American Theatre Wing’s Tony Award” for “Best Musical—Producer, ‘La Cage aux Folles,’ 1983–84.” The front of the medal features the traditional symbolic dramatic masks raised in relief, encircled with the text, “Antoinette Perry Award.” The black base measures 3.75 x 3.75 and bears an affixed plaque engraved, “American Theatre Wing Tony Award.” In fine condition.

The beloved musical, with a book by Harvey Fierstein and lyrics and music by Jerry Herman, follows a gay couple who—with one of them in drag—attempt to appear straight when meeting their son’s fiancee’s ultra-conservative parents. It was a smash hit after premiering on Broadway in August 1983, running for 1,761 performances before closing four years later.

The production was nominated for nine Tony Awards and took home six, including the highest prize, Best Musical, as represented here.

La Cage aux Folles has since been revived on Broadway twice, each time winning multiple Tonys (including Best Revival of a Musical). As a decidedly rare Tony Award for Best Musical from the original production, this is an ideal example of one of entertainment’s most prestigious awards. Starting Bid $2500 198 | June 15, 2016 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT

808. Stan Laurel. ALS signed “Stan Laurel, Laurel & Hardy,” one page on the reverse of

a 3.5 x 5.5 postcard, March 18, 1952. Written from the Empire Theatre in Newcastle, a letter to Mrs. McKenna, in full: “Many thanks for your kind letter. It will be our pleasure to meet you for a few minutes any Eve this week. Kindly present this to the stage door gentleman.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

809. Laurel and Hardy. Two items: a DS, signed “Oliver N. Hardy,” dated April 8, 1939, an amendment to an earlier agreement between Hardy and Hal Roach Studios, extending the term of his contract for several months; and a TLS, signed “Stan Laurel,” dated February 14, 1964, in full: “Thanks your letter—Shall be pleased to see you again on Thursday afternoon 20th. inst. around 2–30.PM.” Both are matted and framed to an overall size of 10.25 x 16.5. In overall very good to fine condition, with some light toning and a small brush to Laurel’s signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

810. Vivien Leigh. Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 Warner Bros. postcard photo of Leigh in a glamorous pose, signed in blue fountain pen. In fine condition, with a light circular postal impression to a blank area.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Late 1950 bank check from the iconic starlet 811. Marilyn Monroe.

Bank of America check, 5.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed by Monroe, payable to William D. Wallace for $10, November 15, 1950. In fine condition, with usual bank cancellations. Less than a month before Monroe signed her career-making contract with 20th Century Fox. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Classic vintage depiction of Buckwheat 813.

Our Gang: William ‘Buckwheat’ Thomas. Vin-

812. Carole Lombard. Lovely vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo

of Lombard in a stable posing next to one of her horses, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Ken, most cordially, Carole Lombard.”

In fine condition, with light silvering to the darker areas of the photo.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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tage matte-finish 5 x 7 close-up photo of Buckwheat in a straw hat, signed above his hat in fountain pen, “Buckwheat.” In fine condition. Precertified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

814. Michelle Pfeiffer. Michelle Pfeiffer’s

screen-worn jacket from her role as Stephanie Zinone in the 1982 film Grease 2. The attractive silver motorcycle jacket has a front zip closure and a large, glittery patch on the back reading, “Jake’s Service Station,” with a star in the center. In fine condition. The actress is seen wearing this jacket while riding on the back of a motorcycle driven by her love interest, Michael Carrington. Starting Bid $200

Massive Elder Yautja mask from Alien vs. Predator

815. Predator. Incredible screen-used Predator/Yautja creature mask from the 2004 film AVP: Alien vs. Predator. A full-scale rendering of an Elder Predator head, this meticulously detailed mask measures approximately 18.5˝ tall from neck opening to scalp, with the intense crown ridge measuring 12.5˝ in width, and the foam dreadlocks ranging from 22˝ to 30˝ in length. Created by Amalgamated Dynamics Inc., the Academy Award-winning studio responsible for developing all of the film’s fabrications and creature effects, the mask is constructed of foam, latex, resin, and synthetic rubber. In AVP, Elder Predators are shown aboard the Predator ship standing alongside the main character, Scar. In fine condition. With dense dreadlocks and a crown of small horns lining its skull, an Elder is a Yautja warrior who has distinguished itself in battle or through valiant leadership. Additionally, Elders show respect by bestowing gifts to those that can either defeat or assist a Predator in battle. A ferociously detailed mask from the action-packed sci-fi series. Starting Bid $1000

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Remarkable 1936 Romeo and Juliet script, featuring Shearer, Rathbone, and Barrymore 816. Romeo and Juliet. Original brad-bound script for the 1936 MGM film Romeo and Juliet, 93 pages, 8.5 x 11, November 13, 1935, signed on the front cover in fountain pen by numerous members of the cast and crew, including Norma Shearer (who adds, “as ‘Juliet’”), John Barrymore, Basil Rathbone, C. Aubrey Smith, Conway Tearle, Edna May Oliver, Ralph Forbes, Reginald Denny, Andy Devine, Violet Kemble Cooper, Henry Kolker, Maurice Murphy, Katherine DeMille, director George Cukor, screenwriter Talbot Jennings, producer Irving Thalberg, composer Herbert Stothart, art director Cedric Gibbons, and other crew members including Edwin B. Willis, Margaret Booth, Oliver Messel, Agnes de Mille, William Strunk, Jr., William Daniels, and Douglas Shearer. In fine condition. When Romeo and Juliet was made its budget reached two million dollars, becoming MGM’s most expensive sound film up to that time. With a star-studded cast and lavish sets, the film received a mixed reception but earned four Academy Award nominations, all of which are represented here—Thalberg for best picture, Shearer for best actress, Rathbone for best supporting actor, and Gibbons for best art direction, although none of them ultimately took home the top prize. For the cinematic adaptation of arguably the most famous story ever told, this near-fully signed script is a treasure to behold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Early signed MGM contract from the 16-year-old Taylor

817. Stephen Sondheim. Lengthy AMQS on an off-white sheet of Sondheim’s personal musically lined stationery, signed and inscribed in black felt tip by Sondheim and dated February 1986.” Sondheim pens five bars of the music and lyrics to ‘Losing My Mind’ from the musical Follies, a favorite song of cafe society ‘saloon’ singers such as Bobby Short and the great Hugh Shannon. Also includes a booklet of sheet music for ‘High Hopes’ signed on the front by Sammy Cahn.

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

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818. Elizabeth Taylor. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, September 30, 1948. Agreement between Taylor and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in regards to “any ‘excess of tax’…which may become payable by you by reason of the rendition of your services in England in connection with…our photoplay now entitled ‘Conspirator.’” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by the sixteen-year-old Taylor and her mother Sara Sothern Taylor, and countersigned by a studio representative. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Striking portrait from 1940’s The Long Voyage Home 819. Elizabeth Taylor. Glossy 7.75 x 10 photo of a lovely young Taylor, signed in green ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

820. Rudolph Va l e n t i n o .

Stunning vintage sepia matte-finish 6 x 8 portrait of the Italian actor, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Edgar J. Schooley, Sincerely, Rudolph Va l e n t i n o . ” I n very good condition, with a taperepaired tear to right edge, some scattered spots of silvering and surface marks, and slight wear to closely cropped trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

821. John Wayne. Outstanding vintage 7.5 x 9 photo of Wayne from the 1940 film The Long Voyage Home, signed and inscribed in purple fountain pen, “Good luck, Tony, John Wayne 5/21/40.” In fine condition, with a trimmed right edge and moderate contrast to writing against his dark jacket. An exceptional, early portrait of Wayne from the second of his many great collaborations with John Ford. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“I desire every member of the company without exception to be present after the performance at supper” 822. Flo Ziegfeld. TLS signed in pencil “F. Ziegfeld,” one onionskin page, 7 x 7.5, January 23,

1926. Letter to Miss Luce, in full: “A performance with a shortened program will be given Sunday night, the performance beginning between 11:30 and 12 o’clock. I desire every member of the company without exception to be present after the performance at supper. Please wear evening dress. If you have any friend that you would like invited, kindly let me know immediately. I want your cooperation and best efforts on Sunday nights to try to make Sunday nights a big success.”

Ziegfeld adds a postscript at the conclusion. In very good to fine condition, with light toning over most of the letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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823. Actors

824. Actors

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

825. Actors

826. Actresses

827. Nick Adams Starting Bid $200

828. Michelangelo Antonioni and Bernardo Bertolucci Starting Bid $200

829. Autograph Collection

830. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz

831. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz

832. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz

833. P. T. Barnum

834. Sarah Bernhardt

835. Sarah Bernhardt

836. Richard Boone

837. Edwin Booth

838. Marlon Brando

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

839. Louise Brooks Starting Bid $200

840. Billie Burke

841. Richard Burton

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

842. James Cagney

843. James Cagney

844. Celebrities

845. Lon Chaney, Jr

846. Charlie Chaplin

847. Ronald Colman

848. Comedians

849. Joan Crawford and Franchot Tone

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

850. Dorothy Dandridge Starting Bid $200

851. Sammy Davis, Jr Starting Bid $200

852. Directors Starting Bid $200

853. Clint Eastwood Starting Bid $200

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854. Clint Eastwood

855. Clint Eastwood

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

858. Entertainers

859. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr

860. Federico Fellini

862. Clark Gable

861. Film Composers

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

857. Entertainers

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

864. Rita Hayworth

856. Easy Rider

865. Tippi Hedren Starting Bid $200

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866. Katharine Hepburn Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

863. Ava Gardner Starting Bid $200

867. Bernard Herrmann Starting Bid $200

868. Lena Horne

869. Gene Kelly

870. Werner Krauss

871. Hedy Lamarr

872. Burt Lancaster

873. Fritz Lang Starting Bid $200

874. Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis

875. Jayne Mansfield

876. Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis

877. Marcello Mastroianni

878. Mission: Impossible

879. Paul Newman

880. Jack Nicholson

881. Jack Nicholson

882. Rudolf Nureyev

883. Peter O’Toole

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

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884. Peter O’Toole Starting Bid $200

885. The Odd Couple Starting Bid $200

886. Our Gang Starting Bid $200

887. Our Gang: Stymie Beard Starting Bid $200

888. Our Gang: Darla Hood

889. Performing Artists

890. River Phoenix

891. William Powell

892. William Powell

893. Vincent Price

894. Claude Rains

895. Robert Redford

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

896. Robert Redford Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

897. Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

898. John Ringling Starting Bid $200

899. George A. Romero Starting Bid $200

903. Stephen Sondheim

900. Saturday Night Live

901. Rod Serling

902. Some Like It Hot

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

904. Star Trek

905. Star Wars

906. James Stewart

907. James Stewart Starting Bid $200

908. James Stewart and Frank Capra

909. Elizabeth Taylor

910. Francois Truffaut

911. Conrad Veidt

912. Conrad Veidt

913. John Wayne

914. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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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sports The heavyweight champ’s UK visit in 1972

915. Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier.

Two checks: an Irving Trust Company bank check, filled out in another hand and made payable to Muhammad Ali for $200, October 15, 1969, endorsed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “Muhammad Ali”; and a personal check, filled out in another hand and signed

by Frazier, “Joe B. Frazier,” payable to Lynda Malinowski for $125, January 21, 1977. In overall fine condition, with an area of staining to the bottom of Frazier’s check. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

916. Muhammad Ali. DS, one page, 6 x 4, stamp-dated July 20,

1972. United Kingdom customs embarkation card listing Ali’s personal information, including place and date of birth, sex, nationality, occupation, and passport number. Signed at the conclusion in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with a thin ink mark passing through the fist letter of Ali’s signature. Accompanied by an unsigned International Vaccination certificate listing Ali as the traveler. The 30-year-old heavyweight champ Ali defeated his longtime sparring partner Alvin Jones in a non-title fight at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland just a day before this card was stamped. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

The dynamic Didrikson heads to the 1932 Olympics 917. Babe Didrikson Zaharias. Un-

common grouping of unsigned items relating to legendary sportswoman Babe Didrikson Zaharias, including: a ticket to a track and field event on August 6 at the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles; an unsigned typed letter from Didrikson, dated June 25, 1932, in part: “I have been very busy training and have had no time for anything but that…I am to leave around the 9th of july for Chicago 3 or 4 days there than on the L. A. California to compete in the Olympic games”; and three glossy photos of Didrikson preparing to throw a javelin, jogging during a training session, and posing with a team of female athletes.

Also includes a letter addressed to Didrikson, dated June 19, 1934, urging her to speak with golf trainer George Aulbach who thinks she has “the making of a great golfer.” Reverse of two photos bears Wide World Photo stamps. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a telegram, transmittal letter, and photocopy of a letter of condolences from President Eisenhower to George Zaharias on learning on the death of his wife. Didrikson won two gold medals—javelin and hurdles—and a silver medal—high jump—at the 1932 Summer games. MB $200

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The rare Murderers’ Row manager

Rare signed portrait of the multi-sport superstar

919. Miller Huggins.

Exceedingly scarce pencil signature, “M. J. Huggins,” on an off-white slip affixed to a Perez-Steele card. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with his “M” trimmed on its initial stroke. MB $200

918. Babe Didrikson Zaharias. Uncommon hand-

colored vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Zaharias, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Best wishes to Elenn Anderson, Congratulations to you and your pro. for such a wonderful golf swing—‘Babe’ D. Zaharias.” In fine condition, with some of the hand-coloring extending into the right border (and easily matted out). A tastefully touchedup image of the legendary sportswoman, an athletic icon who remains scarce in such a format. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. MB $200

920. Enzo Ferrari. Signed

book in Italian: Ferrari 80. Limited edition of 1000.

1979. Hardcover, 6.75 x 9.75, 230 pages. Signed and inscribed in Italian on the title page in purple ink, “A Helena…Ferrari 12/79.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. MB $200

Enormous signature of the first African-American world heavyweight champ 921. Jack Johnson. Large, boldly penned ink signature and

inscription, “Jack Johnson Former Heavy Weight Champion of The World To Harrold Thomas good luck and best wishes Harrold,” on an off-white 9 x 5.75 sheet. Also includes a scarce 1931 softcover booklet entitled Jack Johnson, The Man, inscribed by Johnson on a page bearing his facsimile signature, “To Harrold Thomas.” In fine condition. Undoubtedly the largest and boldest Johnson signature we have ever offered, and a uniquely appealing example of the Galveston Giant. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

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Massive Hall of Fame collection, highlighted

by Foxx, Clemente, and Mantle–Maris

922. Baseball Hall of Famers. Enormous collection of over 1,000

items, consisting primarily of baseball Hall of Famers, including signed photos, baseball cards, Perez-Steele and gold Hall of Fame cards, and a variety of other formats such as baseball bats, figurines, books, and so forth. The key pieces in the collection are as follows: A postcard photo of Jimmie Foxx during his time on the Philadelphia Athletics, prominently signed in blue ballpoint; a choice ballpoint signature of Roberto Clemente on a white card; an exceptionally clean official Spalding American League (MacPhail) baseball, single-signed on the sweet spot in black felt tip by Hank Greenberg; a choice ballpoint signature of Jackie Robinson on a white card; a postcard photo of Tris Speaker with the Cleveland Indians, signed in fountain pen; a color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris standing side-by-side, signed in blue felt tip by both; a limited edition Ted Williams model Louisville Slugger baseball bat honoring his famous 1941 season, numbered 327/406, signed in blue felt tip by Williams; a Mickey Mantle model Louisville Slugger baseball bat, signed in blue felt tip by Mantle; an original 1968 Topps Mickey Mantle baseball card, signed in blue felt tip; a color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of Mickey Mantle holding three bats, signed in blue felt tip; and a photo of Richard Nixon throwing out the first pitch at a Senators game, signed by Nixon, Ted Williams, Bowie Kuhn, and Ralph Houk. All of the above are accompanied by letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA. In addition to these are nearly 150 Perez-Steele cards, with names including Mickey Mantles, Ted Williams, Sandy Koufax, and Hank Aaron; over 100 gold HOF cards, including ’Wahoo’ Sam Crawford, Dizzy Dean, Chick Hafey, Heinie Manush, Satchel Paige, and Mickey Mantle; over 150 photos signed by the likes of Ted Williams, Mickey Mantle, and Carl Yastrzemski, as well as multi-signed examples such as Joe and Dom DiMaggio, Ted Williams and Bobby Doerr, Mickey Mantle and Harmon Killebrew, and many others; over 130 signed baseball cards including Hank Aaron, Joe DiMaggio, Sandy Koufax, Ted Williams, and Carl Yastrzemski; over 70 baseballs signed by Hall of Famers, nearly all single-signed and uninscribed, including Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, Carl Yastrzemski, and Joe Cronin; plus assorted other items including a document signed by Eddie Collins and a business card signed by Satchel Paige. Additionally included are over 125 signed books, with highlights including Willie Mays, Tony Conigliaro, Billy Martin, and Jim ‘Catfish’ Hunter. Some of the non-baseball autographs in the collection include Vince Lombardi, Muhammad Ali, Joe Montana, Jesse Owens, Bobby Orr, Larry Bird, and Moe Howard (of the Three Stooges).

In overall very good to fine condition. A more comprehensive list is available online at RRAuction.com. Due to the large quantity a few secretarial and/or printed signatures may be included. 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. Please contact RR Auction for a shipping quote. MB $5000 www.RRAuction.com | 213

An idealized bout: “Gallant gladiators in battle giving their all” 923. Rocky Marciano. Rare handwritten manuscript,

unsigned, one page both sides, 6 x 9, May 5, 1968. A fascinating diatribe on the state of boxing, in part: “Today boxer are paper tigers sport ran by and controlled by men of greed little interest in long range planning for the good of all and Fed Gov is partially to blame. Classic image of game gallant gladiators in battle giving their all suffered by this mockery criticized few punches were thrown dance & stabbed…Black Athlete. Sport long been good in its pride at being one of few areas of Am society in which Negro found opportunity & equality.” In fine condition, with scattered light stains and a small repaired edge tear. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Extremely interesting content in a very scarce format. MB $200

Wonderful pose of the longtime heavyweight champ

925. Jackie Robinson. Personal check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Robinson, “Jack Robinson,” payable to Virginia Bott for $10, July 19, 1959. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

924. Joe Louis. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Louis in his prime, signed in fountain pen as the heavyweight world champion, “Joe Louis, Dec 4/45.” The inscription, “To Ted and Ethel Walker, Best wishes, 12/4/45,” is written in another hand. A crease to the lower right corner and three binder dings to the right edge, otherwise fine condition. A great vintage photo of the Brown Bomber.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $200

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926. Babe Ruth. Pencil signature, “Babe Ruth,” on the tan-colored

inside of a 4 x 1.5 souvenir matchbook depicting Miami Beach in February. In fine condition. An unusual and appealing signed example from the iconic slugger. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. MB $300

927. Muhammad Ali

928. Muhammad Ali

MB $200

931. Baseball MVPs MB $200

MB $200

929. Ali, Frazier, Holmes, and Norton

930. Baseball

932. Baseball: 19th Century

933. Baseball: Negro Leagues

934. Joe DiMaggio

936. Dale Earnhardt

937. Bart Giamatti and Pete Rose

MB $200

935. Joe DiMaggio MB $200

938. Golf Legends MB $200

MB $200

MB $200

MB $200

939. Golf: Masters Champions MB $200

MB $200

MB $200

MB $200

940. Derek Jeter MB $200

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941. Sandy Koufax

942. Joe Louis and Joe DiMaggio

MB $200

943. Mickey Mantle

MB $200

944. Mickey Mantle

945. Rocky Marciano

MB $200

947. Jesse Owens

MB $200

951. Bill Tilden MB $200

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946. Jesse Owens

MB $200

949. Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus

MB $200

MB $200

MB $200

950. Sugar Ray Robinson MB $200

952. Ted Williams MB $200

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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) 7324280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).

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 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.

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.

Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future.

In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available.

Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.

Glossary of Condition terms For decades, RR Auction has led the industry in providing an accurate and detailed condition statement for each item that we sell. Starting in 2016 we’ve decided to take a fresh approach to describing each item’s condition.

As our website and catalog images continually improve, and bidders can see obvious details from those excellent images, we’ve decided to simplify things, using the same terminology to describe an item’s overall condition (on an ascending scale of 1 to 4: good, very good, fine, very fine), but only adding specific details, if any, that would not be obvious from the illustration.

VERY FINE describes an item in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance.

FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors.

VERY GOOD describes an item that exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example).

GOOD describes an item with obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise exceedingly rare or important.

Of course we’re more than happy to provide more in-depth information about any item via phone or email. We hope this new system will make for easier reading and a more pleasant bidding experience.

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