RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Auction

RARE. REMARKABLE.

MARCH 13, 2013 www.RRAuction.com

“No single space project in this period will be more impressive to mankind, or more important for the long-range exploration of space.” -JFK

“Or more prized by collectors.”

-RR Auction

President Kennedy asked for the moon and got it. Perhaps you will as well.

We are now accepting Apollo Mission-related artifacts and autographs for our next Space-themed auction. Contact Bob Eaton at Bob@RRAuction.com for a free appraisal.

The Auction Has Begun!

Bidding begins as soon as the catalog is posted online (February 22). At 6pm on WedNESDAY, MARCH 13th the one hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule.

All times in RRAuction guidelines and instructions are stated according to the Eastern (U.S.) time zone.

Contents Presidents & First Ladies ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7 The Ellsworth Bunker Archive ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������54 Notables ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������61 Military ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 118 Space & Aviation �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 138 Art & Literature ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 156 Comic Art & Animation ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 193 Classic Music �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 198 Contemporary & Modern Music �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 203 Classic Entertainment ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������224 Sports �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������247

Bob Eaton owner, acquisitions bob.eaton@rrauction.com

Tricia Eaton auction production manager tricia.eaton@rrauction.com

Bobby Eaton vice president of operations bobby.eaton@rrauction.com

Carla Eaton NH Auctioneer License #3029

Mike Nelson senior catalog writer mike.nelson@rrauction.com

Adam Karr shipping supervisor shipping@rrauction.com

Bill White lead authenticator bill.white@rrauction.com

Dan McCarthy catalog writer dan.mccarthy@rrauction.com

Stacey Jordan customer service stacey.jordan@rrauction.com

Mandy Eaton-Casey chief financial officer amanda.casey@rrauction.com

Jessica Hinckley executive bidding assistant jessica.hinckley@rrauction.com

Sarina Carlo art director sarina.carlo@rrauction.com

Elizebeth Otto consignment manager elizebeth.otto@rrauction.com

Jon Siefken consignment director jon.siefken@RRAuction.com

Annie Nichols junior art director annie.nichols@rrauction.com

Bobby Livingston vice president, public relations bobby.livingston@rrauction.com

Erika Rosenfeld inventory processing, researcher erika.rosenfeld@rrauction.com

Linda Immerman acquisitions assistant linda.immerman@rrauction.com

Robert S. Eaton Sr. 1940–2001

GENERAL RR AUCTION INFO R&R Auction Company, LLC, d/b/a RRAuction Licensed auctioneer: Carla Eaton, NH license #3029

CONTACT INFORMATION

5 Rt 101A, Suite 5 • Amherst, NH 03031 Local/International: 1-603-732-4280 Local/Int’l fax: 1-603-732-4288 Website: www.RRAuction.com Email bidding: Bid@RRAuction.com

HOURS

Office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. eastern standard time; hours on the last night of the auction are dictated by the 30 Minute Rule (see below). Any item in the auction can be viewed in our offices during normal business hours. Please call to set up an appointment.

RRAUCTION’S POLICIES EXTENDED BIDDING & THE 30 MINUTE RULE

The final day of bidding for all lots is Wednesday, March 13. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into affect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. Hence, if you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded to you. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm.

All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm will remain OPEN to ALL bidders until 7 pm or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot. The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm. If you are the high bidder, raising your maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the auction at any time at its sole discretion.

POSTPONEMENT

RR Auction may postpone the auction for a reasonable period of time as the result of any significant event (e.g., an Act of God, etc). In this unlikely event, bidders and consignors will be notified of the new closing date.

GUARANTEES

Each signed item is unconditionally guaranteed genuine without time limit. If a lot is declared to be not authentic, we may ask the purchaser to supply the written opinion of one competent authority acceptable to us. We will refund the original purchase price after documentation has been submitted.

The buyer’s only remedy under this guarantee is the cancellation of the sale and the refund of the purchase price.

PAYMENTS Payment is due by Monday, March 25, 2013, unless prior arrangements have been made.

Late payment may result in the suspension of your bidding privileges.

Credit cards and PayPal are only accepted up to $5,000.

Credit Card orders will be shipped first. Please send PayPal

payments to FinanceDepartment@rrauction. com. Overseas orders must be paid by credit card, paypal, or

wire. All checks, cashiers checks or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company, LLC. Orders paid by cashier check, money order, wire, Pay Pal or credit card are shipped upon receipt.

Personal and business checks are also accepted and orders paid via this method on winnings over $500 will ship 7 business days after receipt. Returned checks are subject to a $25 fee. We recommend paying by cashier’s check, money order, or wire transfer.

Wire Information: Account number: 003880291609 Company name: R & R Auction Company, LLC Routing/Transit (ABA) Number: 0260-0959-3 SWIFT Address: BOFAUS3N Bank Address: Bank of America 500 Amherst Street Nashua, NH 03063

TERMS OF SALE A buyer’s premium of 20% will be added to all winning bids.

RR Auction prefers cash, check, or wire payments.

For winning bids of $5,000 or less, clients may choose to pay via credit card or PayPal for an additional 2.5% convenience fee.

You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and you authorize us to charge your credit card for any unpaid winnings.

RETURNS Every item is cataloged with the intent of accuracy. Improperly described items must be returned within three days of receipt. Please call us before returning any items. A merchandise credit will be issued in the case of a subjective, unresolvable dispute over condition.

CONSIGNORS Consignors are not allowed to bid on or withdraw their own lots.

We will contact all consignors via mail, fax, or e-mail with their tentative final results the day after the auction ends.

SELLER RR Auction reserves the right to: (a) remove any item, (b) reject any bid, and (c) ban anyone from participating in this auction for any reason. We reserve the right to the final decision in all matters regarding this auction.

RR AUCTION’S BIDDING INFO REGISTRATION Your bidder number remains the same from auction to auction, but you must register to bid in each auction, even if you have already participated in past auctions. During registration, we will confirm your name, shipping address, phone number, e-mail, and method of payment if you are successful. Please provide any address or payment changes, or any special shipping requests, before the close of the auction.

NEW BIDDERS Bidders without a number must apply for one before they can participate in the auction. Fill out a New Bidder Application form online at http://rrauction.com/new_register. com, or request a form by mail or fax. Your bidder number will be issued only after all information has been verified.

PLACING BIDS By participating in the auction, you are accepting these Terms and Conditions. You are agreeing to the

alternative of dispute resolution by arbitration. Arbitration replaces the right to go to court, including the right to a jury trial.

If any dispute arises regarding payment, authenticity, grading, description, provenance, or any other matter pertaining to the auction, the bidder or a participant in the auction and/or RR Auction agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. A.A.A. arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and in a locale mutually convenient to both parties. Where a locale cannot be agreed upon the determination shall be made by the independent ADR institution. Any claim made by a bidder must be presented within one (1) year or it is barred. The prevailing party may be awarded reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction.

MINIMUM BIDS Every item has a minimum bid (MB). No bids below this amount will be accepted.

MAXIMUM BIDS To maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242.

If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the underbidder’s bid.

BID INCREMENTS Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%.

CHECKING BIDS You can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish.

However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and extended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into affect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

RESERVES Some lots may have a confidential reserve, below which the lot will not be sold.

CALLBACKS RRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night.

You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

WITHDRAWING BIDS You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and no bids may be withdrawn at any time. There are no exceptions; failure to comply will terminate all future bidding.

AFTER THE AUCTION WINNER NOTIFICATION We will notify all winners by email, phone, or fax by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 14. Auction results are available at rrauction.com.

SHIPPING All orders are now shipped FedEx and we must have your street address on file. At our discretion, some orders of high value may be sent via overnight or two-day service. Insurance is added to each invoice, with a minimum of $2 for the first $200 of value and 55¢ per $100 of value over $200. Oversized orders will have additional postage added to their invoices. Within the United States, rates for shipping and handling only are:

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TERMINOLOGY

INTERNET LOG-IN INSTRUCTIONS

CONDITION

Access our online catalog at www.RRAuction.com and register to become a bidder. We offer the most interactive online auction in the collectibles field. After you have completed the registration form, you will have access to:

Each item in the catalog is described with a statement indicating its overall condition. The condition of the items we offer generally falls into the following range: good—very good—fine—very fine. Treated as a scale of 1 to 4, good describes an item that has as many as several flaws, which are described in detail; very fine describes an item whose condition and appearance may be regarded as flawless and superior in every respect. Most of the items we offer are in fine condition, meaning that there are no serious flaws. While we make every effort to describe flaws that materially affect appearance and value, we generally do not specify minor or routine flaws, such as (but not limited to) pencil or secretarial notations, mailing folds to letters, normal aging to paper, or tiny bends or creases from normal handling. We encourage prospective bidders to examine the image(s) of each item closely and to contact us with specific inquiries regarding condition.

GROUP LOTS In descriptions of group lots of two or more items, every effort is made to mention any obvious flaws. Bidders should note that condition for group lots is given as a general statement or range, and that specific flaws to single items within the group may be omitted in the interest of catalog space. Questions about group lots, or specific items within a group lot, should be addressed before the close of the auction to Tricia Eaton (tricia@rrauction.com).

MATTED & FRAMED Many of the items offered for sale in our monthly auctions are described as matted and/or framed. We do not remove items from frames; the given dimensions of items housed in a frame and/ or mat indicate sight size only. Photographs and other ephemera used with matted and framed items are not subject to description and condition statements, nor are they considered a reason for return. Condition refers only to the item and not the mat or frame. Our terms of return apply only to the item and not the matting and framing. Any item that is removed from the frame cannot be returned. Returns are only accepted when there is an authenticity question or the description of the item is incorrect.

ALS — Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed by the given personality)

AQS — Autograph Quotation Signed ANS — Autograph Note Signed (a short ALS) LS — Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality)

SP — Signed Photo

• Real-time online bidding • Tracking of lots/consignments All auction and bidding regulations stated in the Terms and Conditions in the front of the catalog apply to online bidding.

OBTAINING A BIDDER NUMBER & PASSWORD Before you can bid on the internet, you need to obtain a bidder number and password. If you do not have a bidder number, just follow these few easy steps: 1. Go to www.RRAuction.com and click on the NEW BIDDER REGISTRATION button located under the log-in box.

Having trouble registering to bid online? Please give us a call at (603) 732-4280 or e-mail us at Stacey.Jordan@RRAuction.com

2. You will then be sent to a registration page, on which you will enter your personal information. The safety of your personal information is ensured by top-of-the-line online security.

RRAuction does not share your information.

Please make sure to give accurate information so we can contact you with your bidder number. If you already get the catalog, your bidder number is located on the label on the envelope. Call or e-mail us for your password.

3. Your application will be proccessed within 24 to 48 hours (excluding non-business hours) as long as all information is received. You will be contacted with a bidder number and password.

DS — Document Signed FDC — First Day Cover INSCRIBED — “Personalized” Book Grading Fine (F) - unused, no damage Near Fine (NF) - one or two very minor flaws Very Good (VG) - some signs of wear, but overall sound Good (G) - well-worn but complete Poor (P) - heavily worn, sufficient as a “Reading Copy” All defects will be noted. For complete book grading guide, please check online.

CHANGING/ FORGOTTEN PASSWORDS After you have performed the steps above, you will be able to log in to your account and change your password. If you have forgotten your password, enter your bidder number, then click the FORGOTTEN PASSWORD button. We will automatically send your password to your e-mail address on file. If you have any problems changing your password, call or send an e-mail to Tricia@RRAuction.com.

THE RR AUCTION TEAM OF AUTHENTICATORS & CONSULTANTS BOB EATON AND BILL WHITE, RR AUCTION

AUCTION

After 30 years in business, during which time well over 1,000,000 signed items have crossed their paths, no one has had more daily exposure to autographs than Bob Eaton and Bill White. To date, RR Auction has published more than 370 consecutive monthly catalogs. Several award-winning, in-depth published studies have earned Bill a reputation as a trusted authenticator. Bob, a PSA/DNA authenticator, is well established as one of the foremost authenticators in the autograph industry.

Certificates of Authenticity

are complimentary with every lot sold.

RR Auction is committed to offering authentic autographs. This commitment is the foundation on which RR has built its reputation as a responsible, respectable auctioneer. Backing our commitment to authenticity, we are proud to offer a 100% Lifetime Money Back Guarantee on every signed item we sell. The Certificate of Authenticity that accompanies every signed item is good for the life of the piece regardless of owner.

While RR Auction is exclusively responsible for its guarantee, we are proud to work with a group of industry experts providing authentication services for autographed collectibles.

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, is a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator.

PSA/DNA

STEVE ZARELLI

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

Letters of Authenticity

are available on certain lots.Priced upon request*

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots.

Priced from $25 to $200*

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

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

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

FRANK CAIAZZO beatles autographs

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

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

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

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

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

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

Searching for

CAMELOT

50

years after Dallas

Now appraising and accepting JFK-related consignments For a free consignment appraisal, email Bob Eaton at Bob.Eaton@RRAuction.com or call (603) 732-4280

presidents & first ladies Adams signs off as the Suffolk Sheriff takes a man into custody 1. John Adams. Endorsement, signed “John Adams,” on the reverse of a one page document. 6.5 x 8, November 23, 1768.

Document orders the Sheriff of Suffolk County to take Robert Gordon into custody to answer a charge brought on by Edward Stanley of London on Gordon’s failure to pay him £130. Endorsement, written in an unknown hand reads, “And this Edward agreeing to the liberty reserved by the Defs in his plea says the same is insufficient in law therefore he prays judgement for his damages & cost.” Impressively suede-matted and framed with two gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plates issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s, a well-done copy of the front of the document, and a large copy of the Constitution, to an overall size of 42 x 27.

Scattered toning, a bit heavier along horizontal folds, a few chips to edges, circular toning from wax seal, and light show-through from text on opposite side, otherwise very good condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Huge and exceptionally uncommon Bell imperial portrait of President Arthur 2. Chester A. Arthur. Magnificent sepia

18.25 x 24.25, imperial three-quarter-length, portrait by Charles Milton Bell, signed and inscribed as president in the lower border in black ink, “To John Jameson, with sincere regard, Chester A. Arthur.” Nicely cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 31 x 37. Small repair to bottom of image, some light spotting to background, and some mild toning, soiling, and foxing to borders, otherwise fine condition.

The John Jameson of Arthur’s inscription is most probably the Amherst, Massachusetts, lawyer who was appointed postmaster in December of 1876. Taken in 1882 during Arthur’s first year in office, images of the president are incredibly scarce, and photos of this size, in particular, are virtually nonexistent. Another striking feature of this particular photo is the man who took it: Charles Milton Bell. A celebrity in his own right, Bell established an acclaimed photography studio on Pennsylvania Avenue, and counted President Arthur among his elite clientele. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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3. Chester A. Arthur.

Bank check, 6.75 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Arthur, “C. A. Arthur,” payable to Mr. James Clarke for $250, February 11, 1865. Arthur has also initialed and dated the two-cent revenue stamp affixed to the upper left, “C. A. A., Feb. 11, 1865.”

Central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through first letter of the signature), mild scattered creases, and expected bank notations and cancellation cuts, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

4. Chester A. Arthur. Vintage

ink signature, “C. A. Arthur,” on an off-white 4.5 x 5.5 lightly-lined sheet with four other signatures. Some light spreading to ink in signature and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“The engraving of Rev. George Bush. Fine looking guy, but I can’t claim him as kin” 7. George Bush.

Uncommon vice-presidential ALS, one page, 6.5 x 8.25, Vice President Aboard Air Force Two letterhead, March 24, 1987. Letter to John Wright. In full: “Betty Monkman passed along your note and the engraving of Rev. George Bush. Fine looking guy, but I can’t claim him as kin. Thanks for your thoughtfulness.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

5. James Buchanan. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 21.75 x 16.5, no date. Unissued four-language ship’s paper, signed in the far right panel by Buchanan and countersigned by Secretary of State Lewis Cass. Suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 30.25 x 25. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, mild toning to left side, and a circular spot of toning near top from mirroring of seal. The white wafer seal is crisp and intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“In this rather ugly Presidential year I wish there were more people out there who had your values and decency”

6. George Bush. Scarce ALS as president, one page both sides, 6.25 x 4.25, embossed The President letterhead, April 10, 1992. Letter to Joseph Kingsbury-Smith. In full: “That was a lovely lunch at Bartlett’s.

Your kind note to me was correct about that. It was a great pleasure being with you. In this rather ugly Presidential year I wish there were more people out there who had your values and decency.” In fine condition. In the midst of his re-election campaign, Bush rebuffed a New York Times article about the arrival of his son, George W. Bush, as a sign of ‘alarm’ on the day he sent this letter. Bush was defeated by Bill Clinton later that year. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 8 | March 13, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

The vice president’s vacation is cut short when KAL Flight 007 is shot down by the Soviets 8. George Bush. Scarce ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 4.25, Vice President of the United States letterhead, September 2, 1983. Letter to “Bruce.” In full: “I write this from AFII our vacation interrupted by the Soviet shoot down. Thanks for the beautiful picture of Walker’s Point-It hangs happily in our living room. I tried to call today but 6462756 produced some semi-irate guy and ‘info’ was not helpful. Please tell George Carpenter how much Barb & I like his work.” A stain to top edge of front, not affecting any text, and a few light spots to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare handwritten letter from the Rangers owner 9. George W. Bush.

ALS signed “George,” on the inside of a 5.5 x 8 Texas Rangers Baseball Club card, no date. Letter of thanks for a gift. In full: “Thanks for the great boots! Come back again you brought us luck— Best of luck.” In fine condition, with a PSA/ DNA authentication label affixed to reverse.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

10. Grover Cleveland. Bank check, 6.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed

by Cleveland, “Grover Cleveland,” payable to T. &. E. Dickinson for $48, December 30, 1876. Light toning to left border, expected cancellation cuts and bank notations, a few staple holes to the left side, and trivial paper loss to lower left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

11. Frances Cleveland. Executive Man-

sion card, 4 x 2.75, neatly signed in black ink, “Frances F. Cleveland.” Slight soiling to top and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

12. Grover Cleveland. ALS, in pencil,

one page, 7 x 5.5, April 27, 1887. Letter to J. W. Doane in Chicago. In full: “Will you serve as one of three commissioners to examine a completed section of the Northern Pacific Railroad. It involves a pleasant trip in good company and perhaps ten days time next month.

Answer.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Cleveland and a name plaque to an overall size of 13 x 22. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature and light paper loss to left edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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13. Rose Cleveland.

First Lady (1846–1918) during the first of her brother Grover Cleveland’s two administrations. Gold embossed place card for a Mrs. Ward, 4.5 x 2.75, with gilt edges and a gold eagle at the top, signed in black ink, “Rose Elizabeth Cleveland.” In fine condition, with some minor soiling and a small brush to last name of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I loved your letter with the Lincoln quote” 14. Bill Clinton.

Scarce ALS as president signed “Bill,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, June 4, 1993. Letter to Paul Bursey, Jr., of the nonprofit Putting the Earth First. In full: “I loved your letter with the Lincoln quote—it was a real boost.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases. Accompanied by a copy of Bursey’s original letter, which includes a quote by Lincoln, in part: “If I tried to read, much less answer, all the criticisms made of me and all the attacks leveled against me, this office would have to be closed for all other business.” Autograph letters as president are one of the scarcest and most sought-after presidential collectibles, and this one is especially desirable because of the reference, Abraham Lincoln. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

15. Bill Clinton. TLS as president signed “Bill,” one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, June 29, 1994. Letter to Guy Pestino of Little Rock. In part: “Thanks for your letter of June 20 and for sending the letter you wrote to the editor of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.

I appreciate your kind words of support for Hillary and me.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Thank you for your letter and your encouragement to run for president” 16. Bill Clinton. TLS signed “Bill,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, June 10, 1987. Letter to a supporter. In part: “Thank you for your letter and your encouragement to run for president. I’ll be making a decision soon and I appreciate your words of support.” At the bottom, Clinton has also written “Thanks.”

In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the upper left. Accompanied by a typed letter (signed by autopen) and statement regarding Clinton’s decision not to run in the 1988 presidential election. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare and boldly penned Clinton holiday letter from the White House 17. Bill Clinton. Uncommon

ALS as president signed “Bill,” one page, 6 x 4, The President letterhead, November 22, 1993. Short letter of thanks. In full: “I loved your Thanksgiving letter—Thanks for being a wonderful friend.” Nicely matted and framed with two photos to an overall size of 31 x 17.5. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

18. Calvin Coolidge.

White House card, signed in fountain pen “Calvin Coolidge.” Uniform toning and a spot of spoiling at the bottom edge and mounting remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Scarce teenage signatures of “J. Calvin Coolidge,” in the Plymouth, Vermont, postal ledger

19. Calvin Coolidge. A “Record of Reg-

istered Matter Received and Delivered,” postal ledger from Plymouth, Vermont, 15.5 x 11, bound with string, no covers. Partially filled ledger has 35 filled pages, with 23 lines per page, with a total of approximately 800 signatures of residents of Plymouth receiving registered mail. Signed inside two times, “J. Calvin Coolidge,” and also bearing numerous signatures of his father, grandfather, and stepmother. In good condition, with several separated pages, an ink spot to one of Coolidge’s signatures, scattered toning and soiling, and paper loss to edges of some of the pages. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

20. Calvin Coolidge.

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 11.25 Harris and Ewing bust portrait, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Arthur J. Burch, With regards, Calvin Coolidge.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 16.

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

21. Calvin Coolidge. TLS as

president, one page, 7 x 9, blackbordered White House letterhead, August 13, 1923. Letter to a gentleman in Massachusetts, less than two weeks after the death of Warren G. Harding. In full: “I know that you will understand why a brief line of acknowledgement is all that is possible for me at this time, but I want you to know that I sincerely appreciate the words that you send me.” In very good condition, with mild block of toning over text and signature and light mirroring of letterhead along bottom edge. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

22. Calvin Coolidge. Booklet

featuring Coolidge’s speech at Gettysburg on May 30, 1928, published by the US Government Printing Office, 6 x 9, seven pages, signed on the final page in black ink. In fine condition, with mild scattered creases. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a letter of transmittal from his secretary. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

23. Calvin Coolidge.

Signed book: The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge. First edition, limited issue, numbered 814/1000. NY: Cosmopolitan Book Corporation, 1929. Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.5, 247 pages.

Boldly signed on the colophon in black ink. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Grey paper-covered boards and navy cloth-covered spine, with gilted upper textblock edge; slight wear to edges, mostly at corners and spine-ends; few tiny creases/tears, as expected, to deckled fore-edge; light soiling; previous owner’s small gift inscription to verso of ffep; five relevant clippings glued to rear pastedown and rfeps; one small note to rfep. In protective mylar sleeve. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredible dinner program featuring Eisenhower and other heroes of West Point 24. Dwight D. Eisenhower and the West Point Society. Program

for the Illustrious Graduates Dinner of the West Point Society of New York, November 2, 1967, 7 x 10, 37 pages, signed inside in ballpoint and felt tip by Dwight D. Eisenhower, Mark W. Clark, Lyman Lemnitzer, William H. Wilbur, and Lauris Norstad.

In fine condition, with light scattered foxing and soiling to covers; some pages throughout exhibit slight foxing, but Eisenhower’s page is in very fine condition. Accompanied by the original ticket to the dinner, a seating chart, and an unsigned glossy press photo of Eisenhower at the event. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Highly sought after D-Day order with one of Eisenhower’s Parker pens given to his personal secretary 25. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Souvenir D-Day Order

removed from one of Eisenhower’s limited edition Crusade in Europe books, 5.75 x 9, of General Dwight Eisenhower’s Order of the Day on June 6, 1944, delivered upon the DDay invasion of France. The order reads, in part: “Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Forces: You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march with you…But this is the year 1944!

Much has happened since the Nazi triumphs of 1940-41.

The United Nations have inflicted upon the Germans great defeats, in open battle, man-to-man. Our air offensive has seriously reduced their strength in the air and their capacity to wage war on the ground. Our Home Fronts have given us an overwhelming superiority in weapons and munitions of war, and placed at our disposal great reserves of trained fighting men. The tide has turned!” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Eisenhower.

Also included is a Parker Liquid Lead pen owned by Eisenhower, 5.25” long. “D.D.E.” engraved on the barrel in silver. “Parker LL” is also engraved on the barrel in silver. Pen is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity reading, “My mother, Helen Weaver North, was General Dwight D. Eisenhower’s personal secretary at NATO Headquarters in Paris from 1951 and his secretary at the White House from 1953-1957. This is to certify that the pen pictured below was given by President Eisenhower to my mother.” Also included are several small strands of Eisenhower’s hair. All the items are nicely cloth-matted and framed along with a color portrait of Eisenhower to an overall size of 21.5 x 20. In fine condition, with some mild toning to order. A remarkable piece transcending Eisenhower’s appeal as president and military leader, highlighting perhaps his single greatest achievement. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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26. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, Gettysburg, October 21, 1961. Letter to Walter Winchell of the New York Mirror. In full: “This is a much too belated ‘thank you’ for your thought of me on my birthday anniversary. I am now going to devote the next 355 days to trying to forget the next such event.”

Eisenhower’s signature is incredibly bold and crisp. In fine condition, with a few light impressions and a paperclip mark to the upper border.

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

Ike comments on a 1948 quote on career officers, including MacArthur, for the presidency

Ike hopes his UN talk will bring “greater material progress and political stability in the Mid East” 28. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as president,

one page, 6.5 x 9, White House letterhead, August 18, 1958. In part: “I am grateful for your message regarding my recent talk before the United Nations General Assembly.

I profoundly hope that the proposals I made can expeditiously be translated into projects that will bring about greater material progress and political stability in the Mid East, as well as a world atmosphere in which negotiations for a just peace can go forward.”

In fine condition, with some light toning along right edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

27. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

TLS as president signed “D. E.,” one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, February 12, 1953. Letter to John W. Snyder. In full: “This sounds very official and formidable, but I guess that’s the way these governmental documents are supposed to be.

In any event, its writing reminds me that I have not seen you for a long time.” Paper clipped to the letter is a typed statement attributed to Eisenhower in March 1948. It reads, in part: “Politics is a profession, a serious complicated and in its true sense, an able one. In the American scene I see no dearth of men fitted by training, talent and integrity for national leadership.” Typed at the bottom, “The above statement made when there was a great boom on for MacArthur.”

Another slip is also paper clipped to the letter commenting on an election between Eisenhower and Adlai Stevenson based on “emotional vibratory energy.” In fine condition, with some light staining to edges, aforementioned paperclip, and toning, creasing, and edge tears to statement. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

29. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Vintage matte-

finish 11 x 14 photo of the ticker tape parade for Nixon and Eisenhower on Broadway in 1960, signed in the lower border in fountain pen

by Eisenhower. Nixon’s signature is secretarial.

In very good condition, with scattered surface marks and creases to borders, impressions to lower border from a notation describing the image, and the signature a shade light. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

30. Dwight D. Eisenhower. White House

card, 4 x 2.5, crisply signed in black ink, “Dwight D. Eisenhower.”

In fine condition, with a JSA label affixed to the reverse. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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31. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

TLS as president, one page, 6.5 x 9, White House letterhead, October 23, 1958. Letter to Lowell Eisenhower. In part: “Many thanks for the telephone call that you made to my hotel the night I was in Los Angeles. I am sorry that I did not have the opportunity either to talk to you…but on such trips the politicians take over almost completely.”

Toning to edges from adhesive and previous display, all of which could be matted out, and a bit of light soiling above signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

32. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Vintage mattefinish 8 x 10 portrait, boldly signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “For Tom Amatucci, with best wishes and personal regard from his friend, Dwight D. Eisenhower.”

In very good condition, with light scattered surface spotting, silvering to dark areas of the image, and tape to borders. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Eisenhower and Nixon enter the White House 33. Eisenhowers and Nixons. Program for the 1953 presidential inauguration, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front cover in fountain pen by Dwight D. and Mamie Doud Eisenhower, and black ballpoint

by Richard and Patricia Nixon. Beautifully matted and framed with a photo of Eisenhower’s swearing-in to an overall size of 26.75 x 18.25. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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34. Millard Fillmore. Ink signa-

ture and inscription, “For David L. Perkins, with the respects of Millard Fillmore, Buffalo, N.Y., Jany 7, 1857,” on a 4.5 x 2.5 slip. Some scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

35. Millard Fillmore.

Signed book: Historical Sketches of Statesmen Who Flourished in the Time of George III, Vo l u m e I I , Second Series. Philadelphia: Lea and Blanchard, 1839. Hardcover, 4.5 x 7.75, 196 pages. Signed vertically on the front pastedown in blue ink, “M. Fillmore, Buffalo.” Autographic condition: very good condition, with scattered toning and some light feathering to portions of signature. Book condition: G+/None. Brown cloth-covered boards; slight wear to edges; exterior soiled and sunned; paper title on spine chipped and partially illegible; foxed and slightly yellowed; light waterstain to textblock near spinehead; textblock slightly wrinkled. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

36. Millard Fillmore. Signed book: Bancroft’s History

of the United States Volume II. Later printing. Boston: Little, Brown and Company, 1853. Hardcover, 6 x 9.5, 466 pages. Front pastedown bears a vertical ownership signature, “Millard Fillmore, Dec. 12, 1853.” On the title page Fillmore has penned the book’s location on his library shelf: “I – C.” Fillmore has also made pencil notations in the margins: “Louis 14th Charles I Why not say the son of Charles 1st?” (p48). “Vane” (p51), “Never published. As after preparation it was discovered that the difficult Tribes spoke different languages & it was not considered worthwhile” (p94), “Quere? How was saved?” (p110), “Eleutheria, Festival of liberty Anthon.

Cape Carteret at the mouth of the Santec R.” (p166), “Fanuel Hall” (p182), “Carteret had been governor of the ilse of Jersey” (p315), and, at bottom of last page of book, Fillmore has written and initialed: “Finished reading Sept. 28, 1865 / M.F.” Autographic condition: an EJ Fillmore stamp to front pastedown, and scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Brown cloth-covered boards; spine and edges slightly sunned; mild wear to edges, with small tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; slightly soiled and yellowed, with moderate scattered foxing; feps missing; some offsetting from illustrations onto facing pages. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“We Republicans have been urging the Administration to cut down on unnecessary expenditures, but it has not heeded our warnings” 38. Gerald Ford. TLS

37. Gerald Ford. TLS as president signed “Jerry Ford,” one page,

5.25 x 8, White House letterhead, October 20, 1976. Letter to representative Joe Skubitz. In full; “It is a pleasure to send you a ceremonial pen to mark my action in signing S. 2398, and act to authorize the establishment of the Eugene O’Neill Historic Site, to provide for a cooperative agreement in the operation of the Cherokee Strip Living Museum, and for other purposes. I thought you would like to have the pen as a memento of the legislation becoming Public law 94-539 on October 18.”

The navy blue barrel Parker pen is imprinted in silver with the words “The White House” and “Gerald R. Ford,” and the silver top is engraved “Parker” and “Made in U.S.A.” and comes with its original box. The letter and pen are mounted, matted and framed, without glass, with the mount signed in black ink, “With best wishes Joe Skubitz, Cong.

5th Dist. Kansas,” to an overall size of 27 x 22.5. In very good to fine condition, with scattered foxing to letter and mount. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

signed “Jerry Ford,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Congress of the United States letterhead, May 23, 1968. In part: “Thank you for your thoughtful Letter…and your support of the position which I have taken relative to the Federal government’s spending policies…As you know, we Republicans have been urging the Administration to cut down on unnecessary expenditures, but it has not heeded our warnings. In fact in many instances, the Administration has been responsible for the creation of new and expensive projects which further burden the taxpayers. One of the reasons we Republicans have been so anxious to keep down the cost of living is that many of our citizens must live on fixed incomes and spiraling inflation places its greatest burden on them.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Despite the best effort of Ford and his fellow Republicans, the Johnson administration passed 84 bills through Congress, many as part of LBJ’s ‘Great Society.’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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39. James A. Garfield. Handwritten telegram, in pencil, signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page, 8.5 x 5.5, Departmental Telegraph Lines letterhead, no date.

Garfield telegrams Mr. Helm, in full: “Do you print a Record next Monday?

Why not put our Speeches in that? Answer—.” Signed at the conclusion, “J. A. Garfield,” and also signed “Lamar.” Lamar was a Democratic Representative from Mississippi. During the Civil War he served in various Confederate positions and after the war returned to Washington in the Cabinet and Supreme Court. Central vertical fold, small hole to center of page, and uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I made a short extemporaneous speech this morning on the death of Pres. Lincoln”

40. James A. Garfield. ALS signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page, lightly-lined,

5 x 8, House of Representatives Committee of Ways and Means letterhead, April 14, 1866. Letter to Mr. Reves and Company. In full: “I made a short extemporaneous speech this morning on the death of Pres. Lincoln and the House adjourned without further action. How long can you let me keep the manuscript?

Do you publish the Globe Monday? Please answer me by messenger.” In fine condition, with Garfield’s signature a couple shades light due to decreased ink flow, but still completely legible. Accompanied by an engraved portrait. A rare association piece between two assassinated presidents. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Grant issues General Howard a hefty $2000 payment in 1868 41. U. S. Grant. Jay Cooke & Co. Bankers bank check, 8.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Grant, “U. S. Grant,” payable to Gen. O. O. Howard for $2000, March 7, 1868. Endorsed by Howard on the reverse, “O. O. Howard, Maj. Gen.,” and countersigned by two bank cashiers. Two-cent revenue stamp affixed to the upper right.

In fine condition, with one faint vertical fold passing through first letter of the signature, expected cancellation cuts (repaired with archival tape to reverse), and slight brushing to the payee and signature. At the time, Howard was serving as commissioner of the Freedmen’s Bureau, while Grant was commanding general of the Army.

A scarce and highly desirable check, with a fantastic association between Union generals. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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President-elect Garfield heads home “in time to meet the Ohio Electors” 42. James A. Garfield. LS as president-elect signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page, lightly-

lined, 8 x 10.25, personal letterhead, December 4, 1880. Letter to W. A. M. Grier, Esq. In full: “Yours of the 26th instant reached me just as I was about leaving Washington. I should have been glad to attend the rededication of Pardee Hall, but it was necessary for me to reach home in time to meet the Ohio Electors, who were to visit me. Thanking you for your kind expressions.” A postscript, added to the bottom reads “P.S. Since writing the above I find yours of the 17th instant, which came while I was in Washington. I wish to add my thanks for your congratulations and suggestions.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, two passing though single letters of the signature, professional repairs to reverse of folds, and some mild toning.

Also included is an LS, signed by Postmaster General T. L. James, two lightly-lined pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Office of the Postmaster General letterhead, July 18, 1881. In part: “We have passed through some pretty dark days since the attempt on the President’s life was made, but now each day brings news as to his condition and we firmly believe he will recover. The expressions of sympathy for the inmates of the Executive Mansion received from all parts of the world are very touching, and go far towards showing the affection in which the brave, noble man who is at its head, is held by the people of all lands.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

43. U. S. Grant.

Ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 3 x 1 clipped slip. A couple brushes to signature, closely trimmed top edge, a few ripples and some light toning from tape and paper remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

4 5 . Wa r r e n G. Harding.

Riggs National Bank check, 7.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Harding, “W. G. Harding,” payable to the Western Union Tel. Co. for $26.49, March 6, 1919. In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold and expected cancellation holes. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

46. Warren G. Harding.

44. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 7 x 7.5, February 4, 1870. President Grant orders the secretary of state “to affix the seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of Francis A. Voorhees.” Double-suede-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Grant to an overall size of 24.75 x 17.5. In fine condition, with a couple horizontal folds lightly passing through the signature.

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

Original oversized copper etching of Harding in profile, 14 x 18.5, by Walter Tittle, bearing a 1920 copyright date, signed and inscribed in the lower border in pencil, “To Mr. J. B. Morrrey: Warren G. Harding,” and also signed in pencil by the artist, Walter Tittle. Very bottom has a collector’s instruction to Harding concerning the inscription. In very good to fine condition, with several edge tears and areas of paper loss, scattered moderate creasing and toning, and a few small spots. Most of the flaws could be matted out for presentation, as most of the flaws are to the borders. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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47. Warren G. Harding. Vintage matte-

finish 9.25 x 12 fulllength photo of Harding posing outside with James E. Watson and a woman, by National Photo of Washington, D. C., signed in fountain pen by Harding and Watson. Matted and framed with a small plaque to an overall size of 15 x 21.25. In very good condition, with a bit of scattered light ink loss to Harding’s signature, scattered creases to background and edge, and a small area of staining to left side. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

48. Warren G. Harding. Partly-

printed DS as president, one page, 20 x 16, March 16, 1921.

President Harding appoints Francis C. Wells to the position of “Second Lieutenant of Engineers in the Coast Guard of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Harding and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon. Scattered toning, mainly to lower portion of document, otherwise fine condition. The gold foil seal is intact. Rolled. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

50. Benjamin Harrison. Partly-printed

DS as president, signed “Benj Harrison,” one page, 14.75 x 12.25, May 7, 1889. President Harrison appoints Alexander C. Yard to be postmaster of Trenton, New Jersey. Signed at the conclusion by Harrison and countersigned

by Postmaster General John Wanamaker. Matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Harrison to an overall size of 23.5 x 32. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, uniform toning, a few heavier spots along bottom, and some toning from the document’s missing ribbon.

The gold seal is worn and cracked, but intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

51. Benjamin Harrison. Bank check, 7.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Harrison, “Benj. Harrison,” payable to Dr. S. M. Goode for $23, February 10, 1879. In fine condition, with multiple vertical folds (two passing through single letters of the signature), a central cancellation cut, and a few chips to edges. Accompanied by two unsigned tobacco-style cards and one unsigned Topps card featuring Harrison. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“It’s one of the things that can never be controlled by a newspaper head” 49. Warren G. Harding. TLS signed “W. G. Harding,” one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate

letterhead, August 1, 1916. Letter to a gentleman regarding newspaper articles. In part: “I note the difference in the head lines and observe that unnecessary and undeserved prominence is given to the unsatisfactory condition of the water in those carried by the Star, though at the same time observing that in the text of the article there is very little difference in the matter carried…It’s one of the things that can never be controlled by a newspaper head unless that head is personally supervising everything which goes into the paper. If I had known of it I should have suggested a very different treatment. I do not think there is any disposition at the Star Office to ‘knock’ either Mr. Prendergast or the Water Company.” Some wrinkling and show-through from mounting remnants to reverse upper border, and moderate feathering to signature, otherwise fine condition.

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

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Harrison sends official letters to the Emperor of Germany and King of Denmark 52. Benjamin Harrison. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 6 x 8.75, December 22, 1890. Harrison orders the secretary of state to “cause the Seal of the United States to be affixed to two (2) envelopes addressed 1. To Emperor of Germany on the marriage of his Sister to Prince Victor of Schaumburg-Lippe. 2.

To King of Denmark on birth of a Prince, son of H. R. H. Prince Waldemar.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by Harrison. Matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Harrison and a small plaque to an overall size of 16 x 13.5. In fine, clean condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

53. Benjamin Harrison. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, signed “Benj Harrison,” one page, 14 x 15.5, December 16, 1889. President Harrison appoints Charles S. Williams “to the grade of Passed Assistant Paymaster with the relative rank of Lieutenant Junior grade.” Signed at the conclusion by Harrison and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Tracy. Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 21.75 x 23.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning and foxing, heavier along bottom, and a removed and missing seal. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

55. Caroline Harrison. Wife of Benjamin Harrison and First Lady from 1889 until her death in 1892. Rare ALS signed “Mrs. Benjamin Harrison,” one page both sides, 4 x 6, Executive Mansion letterhead, June 18 [1891]. Letter to the Postmaster of Washington, D. C. In full: “By mistake a package for Mr. Alburtus [sic] Shelley was sent to 839 N. 5th St. Washington the correct address being 839 N. 5th St. Philadelphia. Will you kindly make inquiry & have it forwarded & oblige.” In fine condition, with some light soiling to first page and a couple trivial brushes to signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

54. Benjamin Harrison. Three bank checks, one filled out in another hand and signed, “Benj.

Harrison,” and two filled out and signed by Harrison, “Benj. Harrison,” two from 1880, and one from 1900. In very good condition, with vertical folds to each check, a single cancellation cut to each, and expected stamps. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Harrison issues meat to the Potawatamis and Kickapoos in 1795 56. William Henry Harrison. ADS, written by and then signed

“Wm. Henry Harrison, Aid de Camp,” one page, 7.5 x 3.25, August 11, 1795. Document issuing rations reads, in full: “The Company will issue for the Potawatamis fifteen pounds of mutton and for the Kickapoos six pounds.” Signed at the conclusion by Harrison. Vertical folds, a small hole to center, a couple ink and pencil notations, light toning, and a slight brush to one word in text, otherwise fine condition. Rare to find a document such as this entirely written in Harrison’s hand. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

57. Rutherford B. Hayes. Part-

ly-printed DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, June 5, 1879.

Hayes directs the secretary of state to affix the seal of the United States “to a warrant for the pardon of Charles McDowell.” Nicely double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Hayes and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 25.25 x 19.75. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Oversized Underwood & Underwood portrait

“Everyone in America is waiting to hear the result of the Genoa Conference” 60. Herbert Hoover. Three

one-page TLSs, all approximately 8 x 10.25, ranging in date from 1922–1951, all to Edwin A Elsbach.

One letter, on Department of Commerce letterhead, dated April 12, 1922, reads, in part: “I think everyone in America is waiting to hear the result of the Genoa Conference before making any decision as to the next constructive step to be taken in the rehabilitation of the world.” Another letter, dated August 9, 1951, opens, “Thank you for your letter. It brings back memories of the days when wars were surprising, not routine.” In fine condition, with scattered light toning, a bit more prevalent to 1922 letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

59. Herbert Hoover.

Handsome vintage matte-finish 9 x 11.5 portrait affixed to its original 11 x 15 Underwood & Underwood mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink, “To Eugene W. Ong— With the kind regards of Herbert Hoover.” In very good condition, with a moderate block of toning over the signature and inscription, adhesive remnants and surface loss to mount’s borders, lightly trimmed edges, light silvering to dark areas of the image, and photo mostly detached from mount, which could be easily repaired.

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61. Herbert Hoover. TLS,

one page, 7 x 9.75, personal letterhead, February 26, 1934. A brief letter to a collector. In part: “I greatly appreciate the kind sentiment which you express, and it gives me the opportunity of complying with your request.” A sheet of Hoover postage stamps are affixed to the bottom of the letter; Also includes a vintage matte-finish 9 x 7.5 photo of Hoover and Alfred Smith at a formal dinner, signed in fountain pen by both. Both are double-cloth-matted and framed with a small plaque to an overall size of 28 x 21. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Hoover praises the Baptist Young People’s Union for “the advancement of the spiritual welfare of our country” 62. Herbert Hoover. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, June 10,

1931. Letter to Thomas R. Wilson. In full: “I am interested to learn that the fortieth annual international convention of the Baptist Young People’s Union of America will be held in Washington, July 8th to 12th. I shall appreciate it if you will extend to the delegates my hearty congratulations and good wishes. The work of such an organization makes an important contribution to the advancement of the spiritual welfare of our country.” In fine condition, with scattered light soiling and staple holes to left edge near corners. Accompanied by three related letters, including one from the president’s secretary about a group photograph being taken at the White House. The Baptist Young People’s Union of America was organized in 1891 with its first headquarters in Chicago.

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

Two months before Black Tuesday 63. Herbert Hoover. TLS,

one page, 6.5 x 8.5, White House letterhead, August 26, 1929.

Letter to Agnes E. Meyer of Seven Springs Farm. In full: “I was delighted that you accepted the trusteeship of the Congressional Library.” Elaborately double-suedematted and framed with a portrait and biographical plaque to an overall size of 23.25 x 19.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

65. Andrew Jackson. Large ink signature, as president, “Andrew

Jackson,” on an off-white 7.25 x 1.5 slip. In very good condition, with three vertical folds, two through single letters of signature, scattered light toning and soiling, and first name of signature a couple shades lighter than last name. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Striking portrait of Hoover as secretary of commerce 64. Herbert Hoover. Distinguished vintage matte-finish 4.5 x 6.5 half-length

portrait of Hoover by noted southwestern photographer T. Harmon Parkhurst in its original 7.25 x 9.5 mat, signed and inscribed on the mat in black ink, “To Mrs. Vollmer, With kind regards of Herbert Hoover.” In fine condition, with some mild silvering to dark areas of the image. Accompanied by the original period frame. Parkhurst most likely took this photo during Hoover’s trip to Santa Fe from November 9 to 24, 1922, during which he helped finalize the Colorado River Compact; helping to confirm this is a group photo from the meetings owned by the Hoover Presidential Library, also taken by Parkhurst. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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66. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed vellum

DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 9.5, June 13, 1831. President Jackson grants 80 acres of land in Illinois to Charles Woodward of Vermillion County. Signed at the conclusion by Jackson and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Elijah Hayward.

Double-suede-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Jackson to an overall size of 40.5 x 23. In very good condition, with intersecting folds and scattered soiling and toning. The white wafer seal is worn but intact.

Jackson’s signature measures an impressive 6˝ long. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Jackson supplies his troops during the Natchez Expedition, on which he would gain his famous moniker ‘Old Hickory’

67. Andrew Jackson. War-dated manuscript DS, signed “Andrew

Jackson, Major Genl,” one page, 7.75 x 13, March 8, 1813. Document headed “Provision return for the Regiment of Tennessee Volunteer Cavalry under the command of Col. Coffee a part of the detachment under the Command of Major Genl Jackson for the 8th Day of March 1813.” Jackson orders a day’s rations for 519 soldiers. Crisply penned and ruled in tabular format, headed “Camp Jackson Companies &c,” ten companies are listed by Captain, plus “pack house Man,” and, in columns, are listed the numbers of “Men,” “rations per day,” “days,” and “Total No of rations.” Signed beneath the table “John Coffee” as Colonel of Cavalry and boldly signed by Jackson beneath a statement which reads, “The Contractor will issue five hundred & nineteen complete rations agreeable to the above return.” Captains listed are Coleman, Byrne, Bradley, Motten, Jetton, Baskerville, Kavanaugh, Smith, Terrell, and McKeen. Three horizontal folds, some professional restoration having been done, areas of light circular discoloration, show-through from docketing on reverse, and uniform toning, otherwise very good condition. In November 1812, Governor Willie Blount ordered the Tennessee Militia—under Jackson’s command—on an expedition to Natchez to defend the Mississippi River frontier. Coffee, a colonel who raised the 2nd Regiment of Volunteer Mounted Riflemen, was a close friend of the major general. Six days after Jackson signed this order of rations, he received orders from the secretary of war to disband his army and return its provisions. Refusing to abandon his men so far from home, he marched them back at his own expense, winning the admiration of his troops and gaining the nickname ‘Old Hickory’ for his toughness. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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With the potential for a major inter-oceanic canal, Johnson works to assure good relations with Nicaragua 68. Andrew Johnson. Partly-printed DS as president, one

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

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

“Nothing is more important to our future than pursuit of the cause of equal justice and equal opportunity” 69. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS

signed “L. B. J.,” one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, December 19, 1972. Letter to Stanton Brody.

In part: “I hope that our deliberations at the Civil Rights Symposium will prove to have been useful to this country.

Nothing is more important to our future than pursuit of the cause of equal justice and equal opportunity.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

70. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS, signed by Johnson’s Special Assistant W. Marvin Watson, one page, 6 x 9, White House letterhead, dated July 12, 1966. Letter to Congresswoman Florence P. Dwyer reads, in full: “The President has signed H. R. 5204, which you sponsored and which provides for the relief of Joseph K. Bellek. He asked that I send the enclosed pen which he used signing this legislation along with his appreciation and best wishes.” The Brooks fountain pen measures 6.25˝ long with “The President—The White House,” printed in white lettering on the handle. This pen was used in 1966 to sign H. R. 5204 “to Provide for a Proposed System for Retirement of members of the Reserve Forces of the Army of the United States.”

Double-matted and framed with a portrait and an informational plaque to an overall size of 20.5 x 19. In fine condition, with a couple light notations to letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 23

7 1 . Ly n d o n B. Johnson.

Three items: one matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Johnson with his wife and daughters, signed in blue ballpoint, “L. B. J.”; one color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Johnson with his family, boldly signed in fountain pen, “L. B. J.”; and one TLS signed “L. B. J.,” one page, 7 x 9, personal presidential letterhead, October 6, 1972. In part: “You can be very sure that I am enjoying life and looking forward to the future, just as I always have…The faith and friendship of Americans like you have sustained me all through the years.” In overall very good condition, with scattered creases to the color photo, and heavy dampstaining, toning, and soiling to the letter. Accompanied by the letter’s original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I know the men who bear the burden of our commitment in Vietnam must share my appreciation and gratitude” 72. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president,

one page, 6.25 x 9, White House letterhead, July 29, 1967. Letter to Ward Quaal at WGN in Chicago. In full: “I was impressed and encouraged by the clippings you sent me and the story of all that your Walter Phillips is doing to help advance the cause of freedom and peace. I know the men who bear the burden of our commitment in Vietnam must share my appreciation and gratitude.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 15. In fine condition, with a couple ripples near top edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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LBJ thanks a broadcaster for assistance in publishing a 1967 “Open Letter to our sons in Vietnam” as he hopes for peace 73. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president,

one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, October 31, 1967. Letter to noted Chicago broadcaster Ward Quaal, president of WGN Continental Broadcasting Company. In full: “I am proud to acknowledge your Company’s part in helping to publish the Open Letter to our sons in Vietnam. I have already written to thank Mr. Capel for this moving and significant contribution to the coming of peace. The thousands of our citizens who shared in that good initiative deserve this nation’s deepest gratitude.” Letter is affixed to an identical size piece of rigid cardboard.

In fine condition, with some light toning to edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

In the midst of the Six Day War and Vietnam, Johnson sends birthday wishes to his secretary of defense 74. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, June 9, 1967. Letter to Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara. In full: “I suppose you could have picked a more tranquil time for your birthday—and yet these troubled days are an apt reminder of why your President and your nation are so proud and glad to celebrate with your family. We wish you all happiness because you have assured so many of us the security in which joy and purpose can freely grow.

May your own years always grow in fullness and achievement. Age, I know, will only add to the pride and gratitude America offers you from its heart today.” In very fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Jackie talks of style and silverware at the start of the 1960 campaign 75. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jackie,” one page both

sides, 6.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, no date but postmarked February 8, 1960. Letter to Barbara Scannell, Joseph P. Kennedy’s secretary. In part: “Could you find out where the Kennedys got their bamboo knives & forks etc that they use everyday, (at the Mart). And could you order for me 6 place settings—knife, fork, spoon, soup spoon, butter knife & have them sent & billed to me here…P. S. Will you make sure the Bueb painting at Chatsworth which Mrs. K had sent from our house at the Cape to Palm Beach, is brought back to us when Dave drives up next spring!!!

Thanks for your sweet letter about the blouse—you deserve a carload of them.” In fine condition, with a trivial fingerprint to the upper border.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Kennedy’s hand. Franz Bueb was an artist who painted a number of portraits of Jacqueline Kennedy, as well as some landscapes of Chatsworth. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Gorgeous oversized photo of the Kennedy family 76. Jacqueline Kennedy. Color vin-

tage glossy 7 x 9 photo of the Kennedy family affixed to a 9.25 x 12.25 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “For John H. Hanly—with appreciation and my best wishes, Jacqueline Kennedy.” Beautifully triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 19.5. A few mild scattered creases and surface marks, and upper right corner of photo slightly detached from mount, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

78. Jacqueline Kennedy.

ALS signed “Jackie,” one lined page, 8 x 12.5, [April 19, 1983]. Handwritten draft memo regarding a book entitled Maverick in Mauve. In part: “Shaye suggested I send you Chapter 1, Her letters to Pinochet, Diary pages with photos. I have added Chapter 3 as I think its the juiciest piece of Louis’ writing. There are no doubt too many diary pages. Some may be repetitive, some of the same stuff in her letters to Pinochet, but I thought I should give you all I have chosen, for you to do the final edit on.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases and staple holes to the upper left. Accompanied by a typed version of the memo. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am so happy you thought to send me the excerpt from your oral history interview. A lovely story which Caroline will particularly enjoy” 77. Jacqueline Kennedy. TLS signed “Happy Valentine’s Day and much love, Jackie,” one page,

5.75 x 8, personal letterhead, February 18. Letter to former Defense Secretary Robert McNamara.

In full: “I am so happy you thought to send me the excerpt from your oral history interview. A lovely story which Caroline will particularly enjoy. I will show it to her the next time we are together.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I was so moved by your South Africa speech…I can imagine the profound effect it must have had” 79. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jackie,” one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letter-

head, December 14. Letter to former Defense Secretary Robert McNamara. In full: “I was so moved by your South Africa speech and so glad you sent it to me. I can imagine the profound effect it must have had. I shall be thinking of you this Christmas.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. The speech Mrs. Kennedy refers to is undoubtedly McNamara’s October 21, 1982, address at the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was referred to by correspondent Flora Lewis in the Foreign Affairs article Warning for Africa in the December 7, 1982, edition of The New York Times.

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

Three months after the Cuban missile crisis, President Kennedy bolsters America’s civil defense 80. John F. Kennedy.

TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10, White House letterhead, January 26, 1963. Letter to California Governor Edmund Brown. In full: “I certainly agree with the thought of your letter of January 11 as to the wisdom of the Federal-state collaboration in planning for emergency and post attack operations. The Secretary of Defense has been asked to evaluate the staff study prepared by your task force, and to communicate directly with you concerning technical and procedural matters involved, as well as to advise me further concerning Department of Defense findings. I appreciate your interest in the Administration’s efforts to advance the civil defense program.”

Impressively matted and framed with two portraits of Kennedy, a patch of the presidential seal, and two large commemorative plates, one being a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s, to an overall size of 37.75 x 29. A couple horizontal folds lightly passing through portions of signature, staple holes to top left, two office stamps and several passages of text underlined in red, otherwise fine condition.

Shortly after taking office in 1961, President Kennedy created the Office of Civil Defense to oversee the nation’s non-military defense programs.

Narrowly avoiding nuclear conflict in the Cuban missile crisis, Kennedy assigned the OCD the enormous task of managing the Community Fallout Shelter Program. Though many members of Congress felt that the Federal government was overstepping its bounds into individual state’s responsibilities, the program moved forward, creating a network of concrete-lined underground fallout shelters sufficient to serve as a refuge for millions of people in case of nuclear war. An excellent letter in response to California Governor Edmund Brown’s contribution for his state’s participation in the Shelter Program, involving one of Kennedy’s fastest moving projects, designed to help set his country at ease despite the ever-present threats of the Soviet Union. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Rare color presidential Bachrach photo considered to be the definitive portrait of the president 81. John F. Kennedy. Color vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, originally done

by Fabian Bachrach, affixed to its original 9.75 x 12.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, as president, “For Hickman Price—with esteem and best wishes, John F. Kennedy.” Hickman Price, Jr. (1911-1989) was JFK’s Assistant Secretary of Commerce from 1961 to 1963. Nicely clothmatted and framed with a biographical plaque to an overall size of 18 x 28.

In fine condition, with a mild shade of toning to mount.

On July 14, 1961, Bachrach wrote Commander Tazewell T. Shepard, Naval Aide to the President, in part, “I have had no news as yet from you about the colour print of President Kennedy which we delivered to you back in March.

You will recall that this was the pose which was approved in black and white, and which was coloured by our artist in a smooth technique to look very much like a dye transfer print…I noticed it was reproduced in colour in a Spanish magazine very recently–the Blanco y Negro, published in Madrid on June 3.” Photocopies of this letter and the magazine cover are included. On July 20th, Shepard wrote Bachrach, “The President intends to limit the use of his colored photographs, distributing them only to close friends and the highest officials of the government. He asked me to have as small number of prints made from your picture.” Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Kennedy dashes off a note to one of his closest confidants to change his schedule in the new year 83. John F. Kennedy. ALS signed “Jack,” one page,

6.25 x 6, no date. Short note to Dave Powers reminding him to schedule events after the first of the year. In full: “Remind me after the first of the year about arranging Father Cavanaugh’s luncheon—and also getting hold of young Grozier at Georgetown.” In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges, and a horizontal fold resulting in a bit of light smudging to a couple words of text. Father Cavanaugh was the personal priest of the Kennedy family and a long-time friend of Joe Kennedy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“I am certain that we would never have been so successful against the Eisenhower landslide if it had not been for the effectiveness of our organization” 84. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “Jack,” one page, 8 x 10.25, Congress of the United States letterhead, November 13, 1952. Letter addressed to “Joe.” In full: “I want you to know how grateful I am to you for all your help over the past months. I am certain that we would never have been so successful against the Eisenhower landslide if it had not been for the effectiveness of our organization, an organization, in my opinion, that was the best that the state had ever seen. I am particularly appreciative of your help – for I know that the campaign took far too much of your efforts and energy away from your work, but it made all the difference and I am greatly indebted to you. I expect to go away soon for a few weeks, but I am looking forward to seeing you sometime soon to thank you personally. I hope you will let me know if there is ever anything I can do.” Under his signature, Kennedy writes, “Many many thanks for all your help Joe.” In fine condition, with some scattered light wrinkles and creases and a couple trivial spots of toning. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Fantastic Kennedy presidential portrait, inscribed to a New England governor 85. John F. Kennedy. Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5

portrait of Kennedy as president affixed to a 9.5 x 12.5 mount, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Governor John A. Notte, Jr., with the high regards and best wishes of John F. Kennedy.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 16. In fine condition. Notte became governor of Rhode Island on January 3, 1961, just a few weeks before Kennedy was inaugurated as president. An especially interesting political association because of the similarities between the two men—like Kennedy, Notte was a Catholic Democrat from New England who had served in the Navy during World War II. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Highly desirable 1863 Lincoln appointment of a Navy engineer

86. Abraham Lincoln. Civil War–dated partly-printed vellum DS

as president, one page, 14.25 x 17.25, February 19, 1863. President Lincoln appoints James F. Lamdin as “a Chief Engineer in the Navy.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned

by Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles. The orange naval seal affixed to the bottom remains partially intact. Attractively framed to an overall size of 16.25 x 19.25. In very good condition, with heavy intersecting storage folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered foxing and soiling, and a couple areas of light red staining (heavier to left border). Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

At the outset of the Civil war, Lincoln appoints a Brigade Surgeon

87. Abraham Lincoln. War-dated partly-printed DS as

president, one page, 13 x 16.5, August 9, 1861. Lincoln appoints J. D. Robinson “Brigade Surgeon of Volunteers.”

Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned by the acting secretary of war. Cloth-matted and framed with a seated portrait of Lincoln to an overall size of 33 x 29.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, with a horizontal fold passing through first name of signature, all handwritten portions of document very light, but mostly legible, some light wrinkling, toning, and soiling, and Lincoln’s signature uniformly faded, but still legible. The white seal is worn, but intact. Surgical appointments are always desirable, especially ones from early in the great conflict.

Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Spectacular military collection of Civil War veteran Thomas H. Neill, including an exceedingly rare Brigadier General appointment and his personal calvary saber 88. Abraham Lincoln: Thomas H. Neill.

Pennsylvania native Thomas Hewson Neill graduated from West Point in 1847 and immediately set sail to join the Fifth Infantry in the MexicanAmerican War. He remained there until the end of the war, at which time he returned to the US and served on the frontier until the outbreak of the Civil War. Early in the war, he was made colonel of the 23rd Pennsylvania Infantry, which he led in the Peninsula Campaign and the Seven Days Battles. He continued in the Maryland Campaign, the First and Second Battles of Fredericksburg, and the Chancellorsville Campaign, suffering two notable injuries.

In April of 1863, Lincoln appointed Neill Brigadier General of Volunteers, at which time he joined the army’s reserve in the Battle of Gettysburg.

He commanded the 3d Brigade, Second Division, VI Corps alongside Henry Slocum’s XII Corps on Wolf Hill at the extreme right of the Union lines.

On the morning of July 3, the brigade took part in the assault on Edward Johnson’s division of Richard Ewell’s corps to retake the rifle pits lost the evening before. He led John Baillie McIntosh’s cavalry brigade, his own brigade and some artillery in the pursuit of the Confederate army toward Fairfield Gap beginning on July 5, 1863.

Following Gettysburg, Neill saw little action but remained active in the military.

After the war, Neill reverted to regular service as a major in the infantry, continuing on to become commander of the 6th Calvary. He was present at General Custer’s funeral, witnessing the fallen hero’s burial at the West Point Cemetery in 1877. After serving as the commandant of cadets at West Point for four years, Neill finally retired on disability in 1883.

This military collection consists of documentation chronicling Neill’s distinguished military career, from his West Point graduation in 1847 to his cavalry saber he wore while in service in 1879, including five promotions by President Andrew Johnson—noting gallant service at Malvern Hill and Spottsylvania—and the incredibly scarce appointment as Brigadier General issued by Lincoln just three months before Gettysburg.

Collection rates from very good to fine, with expected light wear to documents, and toning and foxing to books. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1500)

Full lot descriptions and images on next two pages.

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88. Abraham Lincoln: Thomas H. Neill.

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A.Two hardcover West Point text books: Elementary Treatise on

the Forms of Cannon & Various Systems of Artillery, 1832; and Civil Engineering.

B. Neill’s diploma from the United States Military Academy at West

Point. Ornate engraved degree measures 17.5 x 20.25, is dated June 23, 1847, and states “Be it known that Cadet Thomas H. Neill of the State of Pennsylvania having been carefully examined on all the Branches of the Arts, Sciences, and of Literature taught at the United States Military Academy has been judged worthy to receive the degree required by Law preparatory to his advancement in the U. States Army.”

Signed at the conclusion by 11 instructors. Rolled.

C. Neill’s membership certificate to the United States Military Acad-

emy’s Dialectic Society, one vellum page, 19.25 x 15, June 12, 1847.

Certificate states “Thomas H. Neill…is entitled to all the rights and privliedges of an honorary member of the Dialectic Society.” Bottom bears a secretarial signature of the society’s president, Ambrose Burnside. Rolled.

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D. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed as President, “Millard Fillmore,”

one page, 14.5 x 19, August 26, 1850. Neill’s appointment to serve as “First Lieutenant in the Fifth Regiment of Infantry,” signed at the conclusion by Fillmore and countersigned by Secretary of War Charles Conrad. The white wafer seal is intact.

E. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed as President, “James Buchanan,”

one page, 15.75 x 19.5, February 6, 1858. Buchanan appoints Neill a “Captain in the Fifth Regiment of Infantry.” Signed at the conclusion

by Buchanan and countersigned by Secretary of War John B. Floyd.

The light blue seal is crisp and intact.

F. War-dated partly printed vellum DS, signed as President, “Abraham Lincoln,” one page, 14.5 x 19.25, April 15, 1863. Neill’s appointment as Brigadier General of Volunteers, signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 21.25. The blue seal is crisp and intact.

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88. Abraham Lincoln: Thomas H. Neill.

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G. Partly-printed vellum DS, bearing a stamped signature of Presi-

dent Andrew Johnson, one page, 15.75 x 19, May 25, 1866. Neill is promoted to “the rank of Major General by Brevet…for gallant and meritorious services during the war.” Johnson’s stamp is at the bottom and document is countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton.

The blue seal is slightly worn, but intact. The handwritten portions of the document are very light, but still legible. Rolled.

H. Partly-printed vellum DS, bearing a stamped signature of President

Andrew Johnson, one page, 15.5 x 19.25, September 10, 1866, promoting Neill to “the rank of Lieutenant Colonel by Brevet…for gallant and meritorious service at the Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia.”

Johnson’s stamp is at the bottom and documentis countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 21. The blue seal is crisp and intact.

I. Partly-printed vellum DS, bearing a stamped signature of President

Andrew Johnson, one page, 15.5 x 19.25, September 10, 1866, promoting Neill to “the rank of Colonel by Brevet…for gallant and meritorious services at the battle of Spottsylvania, Virginia. Johnson’s stamp is at the bottom and document is countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. The blue seal is slightly worn, but intact. Rolled.

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J. Partly-printed vellum DS, bearing a stamped signature of President Andrew Johnson, one page, 15.5 x 19.25, September 10, 1866, promoting Neill to “the rank of Major by Brevet…for gallant and meritorious services at the battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia. Johnson’s stamp is at the bottom and document is countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. The blue seal is slightly worn, but intact. Rolled.

K. Partly-printed vellum DS, bearing a stamped signature of president Andrew Johnson, one page, 15.5 x 19.5, July 30, 1866. Neill is promoted to “the rank of Brigadier General…for gallant and meritorious service in the field during the war.” Stamped at the bttom and countersigend by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. The blue seal is crisp and intact. Rolled.

L. Neill’s U. S. Army Cavalry Saber. Sabre has a 34˝ blade with etched panels of military motifs on both sides, with “Springfield, Armory, Springfield, Mass” on the ricasso. The blade shows scattered light pitting. The the wire-wrapped shark skin is in fine condition as well as the brass guard. The steel scabbard is also in fine condition, with no dings or nicks.

Choice Lincoln legal brief 89. Abraham Lincoln. Exceptional handwritten legal brief, signed “Lincoln f. d.,” one page, 7.25 x 2.5, no date. Document reads, in full: “And for further plea in this behalf the said defendant says plaintiff acto non because he says the indebtedness in the declaration mentioned, did not accrue to the said plaintiff at any time within sixteen years next before the commencement of this suit; and this the defendant is ready to verify, wherefore H.” Doublematted and framed with a portrait of Lincoln to an overall size of 22.25 x 28. In fine, clean condition, with a single horizontal fold through last line of text. A particularly well-preserved example with over 50 words in Lincoln’s hand.

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

90. James Madison and James Monroe. Partly-printed

scalloped-top vellum DS signed by Madison as president, “James Madison,” and Monroe as secretary of state, “Jas. Monroe,” one page, 10.5 x 15, April 8, 1817. Scalloped-top ship’s pass issued for “the Ship Persia of New Bedford, David Lester, master and commander…mounted with no guns navigated with eleven men to pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance seizure or molestation of the said Ship.”

Attractively matted and framed with two gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plates issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s, to an overall size of 29.75 x 27. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of Madison’s signature, light uniform fading to both signatures, both still legible, and some light toning and creasing. The white wafer seal is uniformly toned and slightly worn, with a crack to the bottom.

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

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91. James Madison. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 12 x 15,

November 22, 1815. Scarce military land grant, in part: “In consideration of Military Service performed by Thomas Ray, a Captain for three years to the United States, in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment,” President Madison grants “a certain Tract of land containing One hundred acres situate between the Little Miami and Sciota rivers north west of the Ohio.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and countersigned by Josiah Meigs as commissioner of the General Land Office. White paper seal affixed to lower left remains intact with light foxing and general wear. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, light scattered soiling, and Madison’s signature a couple shades light. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

92. William McKinley.

Ink signature, “Yours very t r u l y, W m McKinley, Jr,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.5 irregular slip clipped from the closing of a letter. Uniform toning and slight show-through from adhesive remnant on a reverse edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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

13.25 x 8.5, January 5, 1818. President Monroe grants two tracts of land to James Harmon, a private in the Canadian volunteers under “An act granting bounties in land and extra pay to certain Canadian volunteers.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned

by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. In good condition, with moderate intersecting folds, scattered toning and wrinkling, Monroe’s signature light, but legible, a small clipped portrait affixed to lower right, and mounting remnant to reverse. The seal is worn, but mostly intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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94. Richard Nixon. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 19, 1979. Nixon writes Jack Disbrow of New Jersey. In full: “This is just a note to tell you how much I appreciated your writing as you did with regard to our move to New York. As you may have noted in the press, we have decided to purchase a townhouse on East 65th Street and will be moving there shortly after Christmas. Mrs. Nixon joins me in extending our best wishes.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

95. Richard Nixon. TLS, one page, 7 x 9, Office of the Vice President letterhead, July 8, 1954. Letter of thanks to an admirer. In part: “I am always especially glad to receive letters from young Americans who are interested in their government. You asked me to send you an autographed picture for your collection, and I am happy to enclose one.” In fine condition, with a single tack hole to each corner tip and a bit of scattered light soiling. The aforementioned photo is not included. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“I want to express my appreciation for the efforts you made…on behalf of our men who are Missing in Action and Prisoners of War in Southeast Asia”

Scarce presidential ALS to a cabinet member

96. Richard Nixon. TLS as

president signed “RN,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, with “Western White House,” typed below the letterhead, indicating Nixon sent this letter from his California home, July 12, 1971.

Nixon writes to the Honorable Roger Zion, a Republican Congressman from Indiana, about the Vietnam War: “I want to express my appreciation for the efforts you made during your European trip on behalf of our men who are Missing in Action and Prisoners of War in Southeast Asia. I am joined by countless other Americans in the hope that the representations made by European Parliamentarians will improve the treatment of our men.” In very good condition, with uniform toning Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

97. Sarah Polk. Wife

of president James K. Polk (1803–1891) and first lady from 1845 to 1849. Ink signature, “Mrs. James K. Polk, ‘Polk Place,’ Sept. 16, 1885,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with light scattered soiling. Accompanied by one of her personal calling cards, 4.25 x 2.75, on which she has written, “Compliments & respects, Oct. 29, 1888.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

99. James K. Polk. Bold ALS as president, one page, 8 x 10, Janu-

ary 6, 1847. Letter to Secretary of the Treasury Robert J. Walker. In full: “Allow me to present to you Mr. Lee of N. York, a very intelligent gentleman, and request that you will favour him with an interview—I enclose letters from Mr. Lawrence & Mr. Butler introducing Mr. Lee to me.” Gorgeously cloth-matted and framed with a portrait and biographical plaque to an overall size of 22.75 x 19. In fine condition, with mounting remnants to left border. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

98. James K. Polk. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 13.25 x 16, Feb-

ruary 13, 1846. President Polk appoints William Chapman “Captain in the Fifth Regiment of Infantry in service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Polk and countersigned by Secretary of War William L. Marcy. In fine condition, with moderate intersecting storage folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a bit of light toning and wrinkling. The white wafer seal is bright and intact. Folded.

Chapman served in the Mexican War and Civil War. Marcy held various cabinet positions and coined the expression ‘to the victors belong the spoils.’Folded. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce oversized portrait of Reagan and his cabinet

100. Ronald Reagan and Cabinet. Color

satin-finish 23.25 x 16.25 photo of Reagan and his cabinet posing together below a portrait of Eisenhower, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by by Ronald Reagan, George Bush, George P. Shultz, Frank Carlucci, Bill Verity, Jim Burnley, Lauro Cavazos, Don Hodel, Ken Duberstein, Ann McLaughlin, Richard Lyng, John S. Herrington, Joseph Wright, Vernon Walters, Clayton Yeutter, Nicholas Brady, Dick Thornburgh, Samuel Pierce, Otis Bowen, and Beryl Sprinkel. Attractively doublematted and framed to an overall size of 28.25 x 24.5. In fine condition, with some light soiling to the right border, slightly affecting one signature.

A highly desirable and scarce example—just the second we have encountered. Oversized. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Reagan’s mother reels from the news of his impending separation: “It was almost like a death blow when Jane blurted out to the both of us that she didn’t love him anymore” 101. Nelle Reagan. ALS signed “‘Moma’ Nelle,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 7.5, January 11, 1948. Letter to a fan of Ronald Reagan. In part: “Guess you’ve been reading and hearing over the radio many reports about Ronald & Jane separating, please do not believe the things; they are not connecting his name with the girl who is to take part in the next picture ‘John Loves Mary,’ he has never been out with her, or any other girl since Jane decided she didn’t love him any more, and Jane has never left her home like they have reported so many times. She has had a nervous break down and her mind is very sick, we are hoping with all our hearts that when she gets a complete rest that she will realize she does love Ronald who is just as much in love with her now as he was the day he married her.

It was almost like a death blow when Jane blurted out to the both of us that she didn’t love him anymore.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Reagan starred opposite Patricia Neal in the 1949 film John Loves Mary, Neal’s first film. The death of their premature daughter started the downspin of their marriage, though Wyman insisted their breakup was due to political differences. Despite Nelle’s best hopes, Wyman filed for divorce later in 1948 which was finalized the following year. This split also took a unique historical perspective, as Reagan was the only US President to be divorced; and Wyman the only ex-wife of a president. A deeply personal letter as she pours her heart out to relative strangers. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Scarce World War II presentation document signed by Captain Ronald Reagan as a member of the First Motion Picture Unit of the Air Force

102. Ronald Reagan. Large manuscript DS, on parchment-type paper, signed “Ronald Reagan Capt AC,” one page, 32.75 x 17.5, no date, but circa 1945. Document is headed in calligraphy in red: “This Testament from the Officers and Men of the Army Air Forces 18th Base Unit (Motion Picture Unit) to Lt. Colonel Owen E. Crump, is signed with the deepest pride—We inscribe our names with gratitude and affection for his camaraderie and leadership in the past and with sincerest wishes for an association continued into the future —.” Signed underneath by Reagan and over 300 others. In fine condition, with a couple small separations along central vertical fold and some scattered light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Charming pair of items marking the future president’s transition from Hollywood star to California governor 103. Ronald Reagan. TTLS, one page, 7.25 x 9, personal letterhead, July 26, 1965. Letter to a young admirer. In part: “While it is too early to make an official declaration, I am very close to doing what you ask and I hope I’ll be around when it comes your turn to vote.”; and a vintage 3.25 x 5.25 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Patricia, Best regards, Ronald Reagan.” On the reverse, Reagan has added an ALS, signed “Ronald Reagan” which reads, “Thanks very much for your kind letter. I liked the picture ‘The Last Outpost’ too. The black mare I rode was my own a Thoroughbred. She is now gone but I’m riding her daughter a grey named ‘Nancy D.’” Photo is double-suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 7 x 9, and attached by hinges on the left edge to a larger display containing the letter and a wire service teletype announcing the latest election returns in the 1980 presidential election, with Reagan having a lead over both Jimmy Carter and John Anderson, and bearing a secretarial Reagan signature at the top, both of which are suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 43 x 23.5. Light tape toning over signature on letter, and some toning to front of photo as well as light overall irregular ink adhesion to signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition.

While shooting the 1947 film Stallion Road, Reagan fell in love with his equine partner, Tar Baby. He bought the horse when filming came to a close; four years later the two appeared together again in the Civil War film The Last Outpost, referenced in his note. Before Tar Baby passed, she gave birth to two foals, Nancy D. (affectionately named after Nancy Davis, Mrs. Reagan’s maiden name) and Little Man. The distinguished line carried him through 37 years of riding. Over a decade later, the 1964 presidential campaign saw the emergence of Reagan as a political figure when he made a captivating and powerful speech for Barry Goldwater. At the urging of some key California politicians, he began to consider running for governor, testing the waters with a speaking tour in 1965. “While it is too early to make an official declaration, I am very close to doing what you ask,” he wrote at the start of the tour. Six months later he would announce his intention to run for governor. Beautifully presented with a secretarially signed announcement of the 1980 presidential election returns, this display captures the stages of an American hero’s life, from the silver screen to the White House.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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104. Ronald Reagan. ALS

signed “RR,” one page, lightlylined, 8 x 10, secretarially dated June 19, 1967. Draft letter to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rocca. In full: “Thank you so much for your kind message which I rec’d at the banquet. I’m grateful for your support and will do my utmost to deserve your help & your confidence,” with a secretarial notation, “6/19/67 JB” in the upper right corner. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Rare Reagan presidential appointment

“I’m going to cull those ‘pork items’ out of the massive budget bill and turn the spotlight on them on the floor of Congress” 105. Ronald Reagan. TLS as president signed “Ron,” one page, 6.5 x 8.5, White House letterhead, February 25, 1988. Letter to legendary Chicago broadcaster Ward Quaal. In part: “We are going into the matter of whether the Constitution gives me line-item veto power. So far there seems to be disagreement. Nevertheless, we are exploring ways to test this, with no final decision as yet. One thing, however, I do know, I’m going to cull those ‘pork items’ out of the massive budget bill and turn the spotlight on them on the floor of Congress.” Framed to an overall size of 7.5 x 9.5. In fine condition.

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

107. Ronald Reagan. Immensely desirable partly-printed DS

as president, one page, 22.5 x 18.5, June 16, 1986. President Reagan appoints Christopher Hicks of Maryland as “General Counsel of the Department of Agriculture.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Reagan. Countersignature of Secretary of Agriculture Richard E. Lyng appears to be autopen. Nicely framed to an overall size of 24 x 20. A gorgeous embossed Department of Agriculture seal is affixed to the lower left. In very fine condition. A document such as this would have required the advise and consent of the Senate. An extremely rare piece, this is the first Reagan presidential appointment we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“I vetoed the ‘Fairness Bill.’ Bob Byrd pulled a little parliamentary trick & sent the vetoed bill back to committee” 106. Ronald Reagan. Rare ALS as president signed “Ron,” one page, 5.5 x 3.5, White House letterhead, no date. Letter to legendary Chicago broadcaster Ward Quaal. In full: “I vetoed the ‘Fairness Bill.’ Bob Byrd pulled a little parliamentary trick & sent the vetoed bill back to committee—without allowing a vote to override because I had the votes to sustain the veto. He may try to attach it to some other legislation & if so I’ll veto it again.” Cloth-matted and framed with the original mailing envelope, addressed in Reagan’s hand. In fine condition. The ‘Fairness Bill’ was a policy which required broadcasters to present divergent views on controversial topics. Reagan saw this as ‘antagonistic to the freedom of expression guaranteed by the Constitution.’ Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Though opposing a national lottery, the “blue nose” president finds justification in the founding fathers: “Jefferson used a lottery to pay for the Louisiana Purchase” 108. Ronald Reagan. TLS as president signed “Ron,” one page, 6.5 x 8.5, White House letterhead, February 2, 1987. Letter to legendary Chicago broadcaster Ward Quaal. In full: “Your letter and clipping are in hand. I’ve put the idea on the table, but the strongest argument against it was one this ex-Governor couldn’t rebut. It would be the Federal government moving in again to usurp a revenue source the states are counting on. I have to confess, I still have that little ‘blue nose’ feeling that our Nation should be a little above that method of raising revenue. Incidentally, I haven’t checked this out, but one history buff said Jefferson used a lottery to pay for the Louisiana Purchase. Nancy sends her love, and to Dorothy from both of us.” Framed to an overall size of 7.5 x 9.5. In fine condition.

As the US national debt grew from $997 billion to $2.85 trillion during Reagan’s presidency, Chicago broadcaster Ward Quaal suggested the consideration of a national lottery as a means of reducing it. Having served as Governor of California, Reagan could not rebut the argument that the Federal government would be encroaching on states’ business, “usurp[ing] a revenue source the states are counting on.” The Moral Majority’s star president also confesses his feeling “that our Nation should be a little above that method.” While there is little evidence supporting the claim that “Jefferson used a lottery to pay for the Louisiana Purchase,” it is not difficult to trace its use back to America’s founding; from the Virginia Company using lottery money to establish Jamestown to the Continental Congress using it to fund the Colonial Army, the lottery consistently played a key role in financing the growing nation. Published in Letters from the Desk of Ronald Reagan (2003), this is an interesting correspondence addressing both contemporary economics and the founding fathers’ policies, as well as the president’s “blue nose” tendencies. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

109. Eleanor Roosevelt. Commemorative

cover with a cachet honoring a US fleet review by President Roosevelt, signed at the bottom in fountain pen, “Eleanor Roosevelt.” In very good condition, with scattered foxing and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

An unusual FDR White House telegram to the Governor of Samoa on “the fortieth anniversary of hoisting the American Flag”

110. Eleanor Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 6 x 8.75, White House letterhead, October 15, 1943. Letter to Dorothy. In full: “Many thanks for your kindness in sending me best wishes on my birthday. I am so glad you feel my trip to the Southwest Pacific was helpful to the boys in that area.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Roosevelt and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 24 x 24.5.

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

111. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Typed telegram, signed as president,

“FDR,” one page, on unusual 7.75 x 5 White House yellow telegram paper, April 16, 1940. Telegram to Navy Captain Edward W. Hanson, the Governor of American Samoa. In full: “Hearty congratulations on the happy anniversary of the fortieth anniversary of hoisting the American Flag of Tutuila. I hope through all the years ahead that the national emblem will be a token in this far-flung possession of that spirit of democracy and free institutions which it has symbolized ever since our beginnings as a nation.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unusual casual portrait of FDR on board his favorite ship, the Houston 112. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Vintage matte-finish 13.75 x 8.5 casual photo of Roosevelt and another gentleman aboard the USS Houston in the Panama Canal in July 1938, housed in its original 14.5 x 10 mat, signed and inscribed in fountain pen on the mat, “For Johnny Thompson, from his old friend, Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 16. In very good condition, with scattered creases and ripples to image, light silvering to darker areas, and a light ink mark by Roosevelt’s leg. The Houston was sunk in February of 1942, with the 368 survivors becoming slave laborers to the Japanese on ‘The Railway of Death’ and ‘The Bridge on the River Kwai.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

113. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Bank check, 6.5

x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Roosevelt as president, “Franklin D. Roosevelt,” payable to Robert McGaughey for $80, June 1, 1944.

In fine condition, with a faint central vertical fold and expected cancellation holes. McGaughey was the historical aide for the Roosevelt and Vanderbilt national historical sites. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

114. Franklin D. Roosevelt. DS, one page, 8.5 x 3.75, February

1, 1927. Promissory note signed by Roosevelt as president of the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation for repayment to himself for his personal funding of the foundation. Document reads, in part: “On February 1st, 1937...Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, Inc….promises, for value received, to pay to the order of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the sum of Two Thousand, Two Hundred and Fifty Dollars in gold coin.”

Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by his trusted advisor and onetime law partner, D. Basil O’Connor. A typed endorsement on the reverse reads, “The within-named payee waives presentment and notice of non-payment of the within note,” and is signed again by Roosevelt. In fine condition, with trimmed edges, some scattered light creases and wrinkles, staple hole above typed portion, and light show-through from endorsement and signature on reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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First edition of Roosevelt’s Big Game Hunting, signed below his Rough Rider portrait 11 5 . T h e o dore Roosevelt. Signed

book: Big Game Hunting in the Rockies and on the Great Plains. First edition, limited issue, numbered 99/1000. NY: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1899.

Hardcover, 8.5 x 11.25, 476 pages. Signed below the frontispiece three-quarterlength portrait of Roosevelt in his Rough Rider uniform, “Theodore Roosevelt.” Autographic condition: fine, with a trivial brush. Book condition: P/None. Brown leather covers heavily worn and completely detached; backstrip (spine cover) detached, with large pieces of tape along entirety; first/last few pages detached and chipped along edges; expected wear to deckled edges. Despite the poor condition of the covers and exterior, the textblock is strongly bound and the interior is crisp and clean. The copious illustrations are striking, with no offsetting or fading. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

116. William H. Taft.

Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Wm H. Taft,” one page, 15 x 18, December 15, 1909. President Taft appoints Thomas S. Rogers “a Captain in the Navy.”

Signed at the conclusion

by Taft and countersigned

by Secretary of the Navy George von Lengerke Meyer. Nicely suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 27.5. Some mild toning to right side, and some wrinkling, creasing, and rippling, otherwise fine condition. The blue seal is slightly worn, but intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

117. William H. Taft. TLS boldly

signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 7 x 9.25, personal letterhead, Washington, December 24, 1918. Letter to the secretary of the Colorado Education Association. In part: “I regret it will not be possible for me to accept your kind invitation.” Trivial separations to edges of mailing folds, and light scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

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

The first signed-as-president Taft check to hit the market in over 30 years

118. William H. Taft. Personal check, 7.75 x 3, filled out and

signed by Taft as president, “Wm. H. Taft,” payable to The Ropes Drug Company for $3.50, September 14, 1909. Two vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), a paperclip impression to the upper left, and mild overall wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. This is the first Taft check signed as president that we’ve ever encountered and according to American Book Prices Current, there hasn’t been one sold since Sotheby’s, 1979. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I don’t know whether I ought to do what you desire” 119. William H. Taft.

TLS signed “Wm H. Taft,” one page, 7.75 x 9.25, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, November 30, 1927. Letter to Walter Prichard Eaton. In part: “I don’t know whether I ought to do what you desire, for I don’t remember distinctly Mr. Snow… and I am afraid that my knowledge of him isn’t such that I can make a personal recommendation to the Committee on Admissions of the Century Association.”

Matted and framed with the original mailing envelope, a portrait of Taft, and a small plaque, to an overall size of 20.25 x 21.25. In fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

From the White House, Taft sends an enormous portrait to the Lincoln’s Inn Club of Harvard 120. William H. Taft. Distin-

guished vintage matte-finish 14 x 18 portrait of President Taft by Moffett Studio of Chicago, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink as president, “For Lincoln’s Inn Club with best wishes of Wm. H. Taft, The White House, April 19, 1909.”

Nicely framed to an overall size of 19 x 23. In very good condition, with a faint tear to the left border extending into the image, some dampstaining to borders, and the image a bit faded. The Lincoln’s Inn Club was founded in 1907 as the only social club based at Harvard Law School. An impressive portrait, this is among the largest Taft photos we have offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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123. Bess Truman. Notarized

121. William H. Taft. TLS as president signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one

page, 6 x 8.25, White House letterhead, June 20, 1910. Letter to John Wesley Hill. In full: “I have yours of June 17th and congratulate you on having gotten on so well with your organization.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Taft and a name plaque to an overall size of 18 x 14.5. Some mild toning and signature a couple shades light, but completely legible, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Oversized Harris and Ewing portrait of Truman’s final cabinet

DS, signed “Bess W. Truman,” one page, 8 x 12, August 28, 1974.

Petition for family allowance for Truman from her late husband’s estate.

In part: “Comes now Bess W. Truman, petitioner herein…the surviving widow of the decedent herein and as such entitled to a family allowance for maintenance during the year following the death of the decedent according to his previous standard of living; that the inventory value of the estate of the decedent was $747,684.80; that he was receiving income including his Presidential pension in excess of $80,000 a year; and that a family allowance to petitioner in the sum of $8,000 would be reasonable and proper.”

Signed twice at the conclusion by Truman. Matted and framed with a photo of the Trumans and a name plaque to an overall size of 22.25 x 18.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

124. Bess Truman. ALS signed

“Bess W. Truman,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 6.75, White House letterhead, May 10, 1951. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I am so delighted that you remembered to send me your ‘pome.’ I love it…The President really enjoyed his record and had a big laugh over it.” In fine condition.

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

122. Harry S. Truman and Cabinet. Vintage matte-finish 12.75 x

11 Harris and Ewing photo of Truman and his cabinet, signed in blue and black ink by all 13 members: Harry S. Truman, John W. Snyder, Oscar L. Chapman, Charles F. Brannan, Jesse M. Donaldson, Robert A. Lovett, Dean Acheson, Maurice Tobin, Henry H. Fowler, Charles Sawyer, James P. McGranery, and John R. Steelman. In very good to fine condition, with some scattered light vertical creases, a bit of irregular ink adhesion to a couple of signatures, and some mild silvering to darker portions of image. A distinguished portrait of the men who helped shaped the country after the second World War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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125. Harry and Bess Truman. Ballpoint signatures, “Harry S. Truman,” and “Bess W. Truman,” on individual off-white 6 x 4 cards bearing embossed sentiments. In fine condition. Accompanied by original mailing envelopes for both cards. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Truman and his staff cruise to Bermuda in 1946 126. Harry S. Truman. Vintage glossy

9.5 x 7.5 photo of Truman and his staff on board the USS Williamsburg, during a trip to Bermuda, taken in August of 1946, signed vertically in fountain pen by Harry S. Truman, Charles Ross (Press Secretary), Harry Vaughan (Military Aid to the President), Ted Marks, Clark Clifford (White House Counsel), John Snyder (Secretary of Treasury), George Allen (Director, Reconstruction Finance Corporation), Wallace Graham (White House Physician), and Naval Aide James Fosket. Matted to an overall size of 10.5 x 14. A few scattered light bends and creases, and a few portions of signatures light, but legible, due to irregular ink flow, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“To my good friend and real Artilleryman”

127. Harry S. Truman. Vintage print of a portrait of a young Truman in a three-piece suit, 8 x 11, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, “To my good friend and real Artilleryman John W. Snyder, with best wishes, Harry S. Truman.” Matted to an overall size of 10.5 x 14. In fine condition, with uniform toning to lower border from previous display. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

128. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, August 31, 1967. Letter to John W. Snyder. In part: “Rose has checked the schedule of appointments and found no record of my having any personal appointments with Speaker Sam Rayburn or Vice President Barkley on 25th or 26th of June 1950, and I have no recollection of such an appointment.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

129. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, January 31, 1968. Letter to John W. Snyder. In part: “I am sure that you and Charley Sawyer had a good visit and I wish I could have joined you. Margaret and the family were here during the Holidays and we thoroughly enjoyed having them.” In fine condition, with a slightly fuzzy appearance to signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

130. Harry S. Truman. Color 11 x 15 print featuring Truman in Ma-

sonic attire, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ballpoint with his Masonic rank. Nicely triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.75 x 24. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Two months before the Nuremberg Trials, the president requests FDR’s pre-war correspondence with the leaders of the Axis powers as evidence against Nazi criminals 131. Harry S. Truman. Important TLS as president, one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, September 18, 1945. Truman writes to the Executors of the Estate of Franklin D. Roosevelt, requesting permission to obtain and view Roosevelt’s papers stored at the National Archives for use in the indictment and prosecution of Nazi war criminals.

In full: “Justice Robert H. Jackson, United States Chief Counsel for Prosecution of Axis Criminality, wishes permission to examine certain papers of the late President Roosevelt now on deposit at the National Archives in the hopes of disclosing additional evidence for use in the prosecution of war criminals. Specifically, the Justice hopes that he, or members of his staff, may receive permission to examine the report submitted to President Roosevelt by Mr. Sumner Welles upon his return from Europe in 1940; the reports submitted to the President by Mr. Myron Taylor while he served on the Inter-Departmental Committee on Political Refugees and those later submitted by him while he was the President’s personal representative at the Vatican; personal letters to President Roosevelt from Ambassadors Dodd, Phillips, Bullitt, and Leshy; and any communications to the late President from leaders of the Axis powers.

Justice Jackson has been informed that permission to consult the papers of the late President now at the National Archives must be granted by the Executors of the Estate of Franklin D. Roosevelt.

On his behalf, I should like to request that effort be made to locate the documents described above; that, upon location, they be sent to the White House; and that Justice Jackson, or officials properly designated by him, be given permission to examine and make such extracts from the papers as are deemed necessary by the Justice in executing his official tasks as Chief of Counsel for Prosecution of Axis Criminality.

I hope that the Executors of the Estate will find it possible in the near future to grant the permission I have requested. I shall ensure that any documents made available to Justice Jackson, or members of his staff, at the White House will be returned to the National Archives as soon as they are examined.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and a paperclip impression to top.

As the Allied powers set out to prosecute Axis leaders who had terrorized Europe throughout World War II, Truman appointed Supreme Court Justice Robert Jackson to serve as the Chief US prosecutor in the Nuremberg Trials. Jackson accepted the appointment and requested several relevant papers from FDR’s estate (the former president died five months prior, leaving his papers in possession of the National Archives).

Looking for information that would show the German authorities’ pattern of deception, claiming to be working towards peace while they were in fact fighting for Nazi domination, Truman requested reports and correspondences from the ambassadors assigned to Germany, Italy, and France. When the first war trial began on November 21, 1945, these papers were crucial in laying out the case for conspiracy for the accomplishment of crime against peace; planning, initiating and waging wars of aggression and other crimes against peace; war crimes; and crimes against humanity. Without this request to the Estate of FDR, the prosecution would have lacked these key papers. An immensely important and significant letter in preparation of the Nuremberg Trials. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Senator Truman tends to business with a Veterans placement rep 132. Harry S. Truman. Collection of seven TLSs, five signed “Harry,” and two signed “Harry S. Truman,” all one page, all 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, dating from 1935–1936, all to William M. Kirby in Kansas City, Missouri, who was the Acting Veterans Placement Representative. Letters include: May 13, 1935: “Appreciate very much your letter of the Tenth, with the clipping from the Kansas City Times, which was a little bit premature so far as the Missouri set-up is concerned. If you have read Friday and Saturday’s papers you will know by this time what Clark and I have in mind. I do not think you should be unduly alarmed.”

June 19, 1935: “I appreciated very much your letter of the fifteenth, regarding Frank Oldham. I feel the same way about it, and as you know I usually weigh the situation very carefully when the opposition is talking…I am hoping that we will get everything ironed out as it should be.”

July 11, 1935: “Thanks very much for the clippings from the Star mailed from Excelsior Springs, and also the telegram regarding the situation at Jefferson City. The thing is now in a state where I think it will be possible to iron it out for the best interest of all concerned. I am working on it.”

July 19, 1935: “Appreciate your telegram of the Seventeenth, and I am of the opinion that Stanley Mathewsom and Annie Lockett had better stay in Cincinnati. I do not know what happened to the Holliway matter. I sincerely hope the employment set-up in Missouri may be worked out to the satisfaction of both of us, although it is in a terrible muddle right at the present time.”

March 3, 1936: “I was morally certain that Mr. Stephens would not resign.” Truman has added a two line handwritten postscript that reads: “Thanks for your work at Jeff City on Feb. 22.”

December 10, 1936: “I am enclosing herewith copy of letter which as been written to your friend, Mr. Herman A. Weiter of St. Louis, which is self explanatory. I hope it will be possible for the Washington office to reassign him in the near future.” The copy of the letter mentioned by Truman is included with the letter. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Shortly before the 1960 election Truman presses a congressman for his support: “As you know, Jack Kennedy was not my first choice for the Presidential nomination. However, he is a very able young man” 133. Harry S. Truman. TLS, two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 5, 1960. Truman writes to Congressman Eugene McCarthy on behalf of the presidential candidacy of JFK, for whom it seems Truman cared little. In part: “This is an urgent plea that you do everything you possibly can to help the Democratic ticket...I simply do not believe that the United States can stand four more years of another Republican President in the White House. We have lost much ground in the last eight years...With Nixon in the White House, there will be a complete breakdown in the domestic and foreign affairs of our Government. I wonder if you want another 1929? As you know, Jack Kennedy was not my first choice for the Presidential nomination. However, he is a very able young man, and, in my opinion, a man of integrity and honor….in choosing a President, we not only select the man who occupies that office, but we also determine the Party in control of the Executive Branch of the Government. History proves that it is better for the Nation and the people of the United States when the Democrats are in control of the White House and the Congress….there is much to be gained and nothing to be lost by working together and doing our best for the whole ticket.” In fine condition, with two staple holes to top left corners. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

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

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“Mr. Baruch spent an hour & a half…telling me that I had an able Sec. of the Treasury” 134. Harry S. Truman.

Truman sends thanks to a home state constituent as he carries “on the work of the great President who preceded me” 136. Harry S. Truman. TLS as presi-

Autograph letter, in pencil, as president, one page, 5 x 8, White House letterhead, January 23, 1948.

Short letter, headed at the top in type, “Handed to the Secretary by the President at Cabinet Meeting Friday, January 23, 1948,” reads, in full: “Mr. Baruch spent an hour & a half with me last night. He spent a lot of [time] telling me that I had an able Sec. of the Treasury.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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dent signed “Harry,” one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, May 3, 1945. Letter of thanks to Mrs. Henry Chiles.

In full: “Thanks a lot for your good telegram of the sixteenth. I do appreciate most highly the wholehearted way in which my home state is supporting my efforts to carry on the work of the great President who preceded me.” Beneath his signature Truman adds a brief postscript that reads, “Bess & Margaret want to be remembered.” In fine condition, with some light toning along top edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Truman sends thanks from himself and the “Boss”—Bess 135. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page,

7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 17, 1956. Letter to his former treasury secretary. In part: “Thank you very much for the Christmas card. The ‘Boss’ and I are deeply grateful to you for your thoughtfulness in remembering us. Back in 1939, if you recall, we had to give up the custom of sending cards because our list had grown by then to more than three thousand names. It was impossible to keep up with it, but we do appreciate receiving cards from our friends.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to top edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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137. John Tyler. Partly-printed DS, one page, 8 x 9.5, October

27, 1826. Tyler, as governor of Virginia, appoints Carter Berkeley a justice of the peace and William Pollard a clerk of the court. Crisply signed at the conclusion by Tyler. Matted and framed with a second page visible behind the document, and a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s, to an overall size of 27 x 18. Uniform light toning, and creases and small tears to lower left corner, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

138. Julia Tyler. Sec-

ond wife of John Tyler (1820–1889) who he married during his term as president. Scarce ink signature, “Julia Gardiner Tyler, (Mrs. President Tyler),” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with mild scattered soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

139. Martin Van Buren. ALS signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 4.75 x 7.75, December 1, 1852. Letter complying with an autograph request. In full: “I comply with much pleasure, my dear Miss Lee, with the request with which you have honored me.” Intersecting folds, a few creases, and scattered light soiling, otherwise fine condition.

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

140. Martin Van Buren. Partly-printed DS, signed “M. Van Buren Atty Gen,” one page, 7.5 x 12, October 1816. Supreme Court of New York legal document for the case of the state versus William W. Douglas over the non-payment of a two hundred dollar loan stating that Douglas “yet refuse, to the damage of the said people of two hundred dollars.” Signed at the conclusion by Van Buren as the state’s Attorney General. Double-suede-matted and framed, so both sides may be viewed, to an overall size of 14 x 18. This frame is in turn affixed to a larger frame by hinges, along with a framed engraved portrait of Van Buren, to an overall size of 46.25 x 33. Well-done professional repairs to reverse of horizontal folds and some mild toning along folds, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce combination of signatures of the first and third presidents

141. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Large ink signatures, “Go: Washington,”

as president, and “Th: Jefferson,” as secretary of state, on an off-white 6 x 3.25 portion taken from a larger document. Written between the signatures, in a secretarial hand, is “By the President.” Grandly matted and framed with a copy of the Declaration of Independence and four large commemorative plates to an overall size of 43 x 33. Intersecting folds, passing through a couple letters of each signature, a professional repair to a semi-circular separation through top and bottom portions of Jefferson’s signature, and dampstaining along bottom edge, lightly affecting Jefferson’s signature as well, otherwise very good condition. While documents signed by both become available from time to time, amazingly, in the past 40 years, only a scant handful of Washington/Jefferson signed slips have appeared at major public auctions. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 47

Rare full Washington signature from 1769, along with a swatch of his cloak and lock of his hair 142. George Washington.

Fantastic display consisting of a scarce full ink signature, “George Washington,” on an off-white 4 x 1 slip clipped from a larger document. Signature was part of a large March 17, 1769, indenture between Washington and Robert Thompson; Thompson’s name is also written on the slip

by Washington. Also included is a .5 x .75 swatch of Washington’s cloak from the family of Colonel Tobias Lear, Washington’s personal secretary and good friend; and six strands of Washington’s hair from the Custis-Powell family. All three items are nicely cloth-matted and framed, with a color portrait of Washington and a descriptive plaque to an overall size of 14.75 x 15.25. In very good condition, with moderate toning to slip, not affecting legibility of the signature, and a vertical separation through a single letter of signature. Accompanied by a copy of the document from where the signature was taken, and also accompanied by an 8.5 x 11 photocopied presentation sheet with an image of Washington, bearing a printed signature of Charles Hamilton stating that the hair was probably first owned by Martha Washington’s granddaughter. Complete Washington signatures are seldom seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Washington discharges a New York veteran who fought at Saratoga, Monmouth, and Yorktown 143. George Washington. Partly-

printed DS, signed “Go: Washington,” one page both sides, 6.75 x 10, June 1, 1783. Discharge reads, in part: “By His Excellency George Washington, Esq General and Commander in Chief of the Forces of the United States of America. These are to certify that the bearer hereof Alexander McMasters in the first New York Regiment having faithfully served the United States Seven years and four months and being inlisted [sic] for the War only, is hereby Discharged from the American Army.”

Signed at the conclusion by Washington and countersigned by the regimental adjutant. Document is suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 115.5 x 15, and in turn grandly matted and framed with an original framed color period 14 x 17 oval portrait of Washington, so the reverse of both items can be seen, to an overall size of 49 x 37. In good condition, with intersecting folds, a few areas of dampstaining, a bit affecting beginning of signature, a few small areas of paper loss along one horizontal fold, and mild creasing.

An active soldier for the entirety of the American Revolution, Alexander McMasters was discharged the day before his regiment’s furlough on June 2, 1783. Under the command of Colonel Alexander McDougall, the 1st New York Regiment first saw action in the Invasion of Canada, and continued on to participate in several important battles, including Valcour Island, Saratoga, Monmouth, and Yorktown. An attractive document signed by the soon-to-be first president, discharging a valiant soldier after seven hard years of service. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 48 | March 13, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

One of only three war-dated ship’s passports for a British vessel to anchor in Virginia, delivering provisions for prisoners captured at Saratoga 144. George Washington. Very rare war-dated manuscript DS, signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, February 14, 1779. A ship’s passport from Washington, one of three issued on this date, for a vessel supplying British prisoners in Saratoga. In full: “Permission is hereby granted to the Brig. Lady Howe, Steady, Master, laden with cloathing, stores &c for the use of the Convention Troops, to proceed from the Port of New York to Hampton-road, Virginia, there to receive further directions from His Excellency, the Governor of the State of Virginia.” Washington’s red wax signet is in the upper left of the page, with some light cracks, but still intact.

In very good condition, with document having been professionally cleaned, several well-done professional repairs to paper loss, with a couple very minor touch-ups to text, and scattered toning. Provenance: Christie’s 2004.

When Washington’s army won a decisive victory at Saratoga, British General John Burgoyne surrendered his army of nearly six thousand British, German, and Canadian troops. They were to be released under the terms negotiated at the Saratoga Convention, namely that they would not rejoin the conflict. When Burgoyne refused to provide the Continental Congress a list of the officers to ensure they would not return, the ‘Convention Army’ was marched south to Virginia, where most were held for the duration of the war. With provisions in short supply, the British were encouraged to provide sustenance, clothing, and blankets to the prisoners. Washington granted passports to the ship Lady Howe and two other British vessels, allowing them to anchor at Hampton Roads to deliver the provisions.

The present document is the actual passport carried by the ship’s Captain Steady en route to Virginia. One of only three such passports issued

by Washington on February 14, 1779, this is one of the rarest documents we have offered from the American Revolution—a truly remarkable piece! Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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145. Woodrow Wilson. TLS,

one page, 8 x 11, Princeton, December 21, 1903.

Letter to Palmer C. Ricketts, president of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. In part: “I need not tell you how much I appreciate the invitation to speak at the dinner of your Alumni Association in New York on the 5th Feb., but I am sorry to say that a previous engagement prevents.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), moderate overall toning, and some show-through from mounting remnants to left border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

147. Woodrow Wilson. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 19 x 15.5, January 4, 1917. President Wilson appoints Francis Compton Wells a “Third Lieutenant of Engineers in the Coast Guard of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Wilson and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury William McAdoo. Scattered toning, a bit heavier to edges, and expected light wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. The gold foil seal is lightly worn, but intact. Rolled. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The blow was indeed overwhelming” 146. Woodrow Wilson. TLS, one page, 7.5 x 7,

Princeton, May 15, 1905. Letter to Palmer C. Ricketts, president of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. In part: “I have just returned from a trip to the west and Mrs. [Ellen Axson] Wilson has also been absent for the past week. I know that she will be as grateful to you as I am for the kind words of sympathy. The blow was indeed overwhelming, altho Mrs. Wilson has been singularly brave and steady under it, I do not yet feel entirely reassured as to the consequences. Fortunately she is made of wonderful stuff.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light scattered creases, some show-through from mounting remnants to reverse, an erased pencil notation to the lower border, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. At the end of April 1905, Ellen Axson Wilson’s brother Eddie, his wife, and their baby drowned in a Georgia river, leaving her severely depressed; in the aftermath she devoted herself to her art.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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148. Barbara Bush

149. George Bush

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152. George W. Bush MB $100

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150. George and Barbara Bush

151. George and George W. Bush

153. Jimmy Carter

154. Jimmy Carter MB $100

155. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

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156. Bill Clinton and Al Gore

157. Bill Clinton and John Major

158. Bill Clinton

159. Bill Clinton

160. Bill Clinton

161. Bill Clinton

162. Bill Clinton

163. Bill and Hillary Clinton

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165. Calvin Coolidge

166. Dwight D. Eisenhower

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167. Mamie Doud Eisenhower MB $100

168. Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter

169. Gerald Ford

170. Gerald Ford

171. Gerald Ford

172. Gerald Ford

173. Gerald Ford

174. Gerald and Betty Ford

175. Gerald and Betty Ford

176. Lady Bird Johnson

177. Lady Bird Johnson

178. Lyndon B. Johnson

179. Lyndon B. Johnson

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180. Richard Nixon

181. Richard Nixon

184. Richard Nixon

185. Richard and Pat Nixon

188. Barack and Michelle Obama

189. Ronald Reagan

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182. Richard Nixon

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192. Ronald Reagan MB $100

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186. Barack Obama

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183. Richard Nixon

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190. Ronald Reagan

191. Ronald Reagan

193. Ronald Reagan

194. Ronald and Nancy Reagan

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The diplomatic years of Ellsworth Bunker, featuring his second Presidental Medal of Freedom and the Saigon Embassy ceasefire flag 195. Ellsworth Bunker Archive. Ellsworth Bunker (1894–1984), who served the US in various capacities under seven presidents, was without a doubt one of the most important American diplomats of the 20th century. His highly regarded skill as a worldwide troubleshooter landed him in the middle of some of the most politically complex situations of our time—most notably as ambassador to wartime South Vietnam, from 1967 to 1973. Bunker made other significant contributions as ambassador to India under Eisenhower, and in drawing up the Panama Canal treaties under Carter. For these efforts, he was twice awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction—one of which is included in this collection. Other significant items in the sale of the Bunker Archive are a pen used to sign the Paris Peace Accords, the flag flown over the United States Embassy in Saigon on the day the cease fire took effect, drafts of Bunker’s unpublished autobiography, presidential signed photos, and an extensive assortment of medals, awards, and private papers. All items seen below are included in the single-lot sale of the Bunker Archive, and are arranged chronologically. RR Auction COA.…(MB $5,000) The Ellsworth Bunker Archive lot description continues for the next 6 pages. For a more detailed description of every item in the lot please go to www.RRAuction.com.

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195. The Ellsworth Bunker Archive.

A Bunker served as ambassador to Italy from 1952 to 1953 and to India from 1956 to 1961. He was particularly accomplished in his time in India, noteworthy for his efforts in promoting economic development and social equity.

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A. Harry S. Truman. Distinguished vintage matte-finish 9.75 x

13 portrait of Truman, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Hon. Ellsworth Bunker, with kindest regards and best wishes, Harry S. Truman.” In fine condition, with mild bends and creases to borders and trivially trimmed edges.

B. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Vintage matte-finish 13.75 x 11 photo of Bunker with President Eisenhower, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “For Ellsworth Bunker, with warm regard—and best wishes to a distinguished American—from, Dwight D. Eisenhower.” Affixed to a same-size mount. In very good condition, with moderate overall rippling, some creasing to the upper border, subtle toning to borders from adhesive, a few trivial spots of foxing, slight irregular adhesion to the signature and inscription, and some silvering to dark areas of the image.

C. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Partly-printed DS as president, one

page, 23 x 19, January 25, 1957. President Eisenhower appoints Bunker as “Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to India.” Signed at the conclusion by Eisenhower.

White paper presidential seal affixed to the lower left is fully intact.

Rolled and in fine condition. Countersignature of Secretary of State John Foster Dulles appears to be autopen.

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Additional Italy/India items are:

- Italy: archive of hundreds of pages of personal schedules, photo album, and Italian Order of Merit medal - Eisenhower: 10.75 x 13.75 portrait, signed and inscribed to Bunker, “a distinguished citizen of the U. S. A.,” on the eve of his second inauguration - Eisenhower [Swamy, S. N]: Original vintage pencil sketch of Eisenhower drawn and signed by the artist - Eisenhower: Two DSs as president, each one page, 23 x 19, 1956 and 1957, both appointing Bunker ambassador to Nepal - Eisenhower: TLS, one page, White House letterhead, 1959, written to Bunker’s wife - Indira Gandhi: TLS, one page, 1964, written to Bunker’s wife - Jawaharlal Nehru: 9.25 x 11 photo of Nehru in profile, signed by the subject - Jawaharlal Nehru: 1964 one rupee commemorative coin - India: 17 various size photo albums and scrapbooks, postage stamp album, small presentation banner, two decorative items, and one color caricature - Ellsworth Bunker: 9 x 6.5 signed photo of Bunker at the 1962 West New Guinea talks - Dominican Republic: two photo albums, one scrapbook, and two award certificates

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195. The Ellsworth Bunker Archive.

H In his most well-known position, Bunker served as ambassador to South Vietnam from 1967 to 1973.

He is best remembered as a wartime ‘hawk,’ and his reports from Saigon had significant influence on US policy in the region.

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E. Vietnam Presentation Flag. United States flag, flown over

the United States Embassy in Saigon on January 28, 1973, the day the cease fire took effect, presented to Ellsworth Bunker for his service as ambassador to Vietnam during a ceremony on May 5, 1973.

Folded flag is housed in a wood and glass triangular presentation case, 27 x 18, with an engraved presentation plaque affixed to the glass which reads, “Presented to The Honorable Ellsworth Bunker, Ambassador to Vietnam 1967–1973 by The Marines of Company ‘E’ Marine Security Guard Battalion, ‘Semper Fidelis.’” In fine condition, with some light tarnishing to plaque and some scattered dings and surface wear to case. Accompanied by a clipped article from the May 7, 1973 Stars and Stripes, with a headline reading “Marines Give Bunker War and Peace Flag.” Article reads, in part: “The U. S. Marine guards Saturday presented departing Ambassador Ellsworth Bunker with the last American flag to fly over the U. S. Embassy in war and the first to fly overhead in peace. In a brief ceremony on the lawn of the embassy, maj. General Diffee…presented the 78-year-old ambassador with the flag that flew over the embassy on Jan. 28, the day the Vietnam cease-fire went into effect.” Company ‘E’ was vital to the protection of the embassy during the Tet offensive, when Viet Cong soldiers blew a hole in the outside wall and attacked, resulting in the deaths of five servicemen and 17 enemy soldiers. Being the only flag flown over the Saigon embassy in both war and peace, coupled with its impeccable provenance, makes this flag an item of supreme historical significance.

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F. Vietnam Presentation Pen. A presentation desk pen set presented to Bunker during his tenure as US Ambassador to Vietnam, made from granite recovered after the attack on the embassy during the Tet Offensive.

G. Vietnam Peace Treaty Pen. A Waterman fountain pen used

to sign the Vietnam Peace Agreements in Paris on January 1, 1973.

Pen measures 2.25˝ long with cap and is housed in its original box.

Accompanied by a typed presentation which reads, “To his Excellency Mr. Ellsworth Bunker, Pen used by Mr. Tran-Van-Lam, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Viet-Nam to sign The Viet-Nam Peace Agreements, Paris 27-1-1973.” In fine condition. Tran-Van-Lam was one of five signers of the Paris Peace Accords, along with Henry Cabot Lodge, William P. Rogers, Nguyen Duy Trinh, and Nguyen Thi Binh. The Paris Accords brought about an end to direct military involvement of the United States in Vietnam and resulted in a temporary cease-fire, with the war officially ending two years later, with the fall of Saigon to the People’s Army of Vietnam on April 30, 1975.

H. Bunker Presentation Swagger Stick. Ornate engraved swagger stick presented to Bunker from William C. Westmoreland.

Attractive stick, most likely made of rattan, measures 20.5 ̋ long with the sterling silver top being engraved all the way around with a dragon and a presentation to Bunker engraved on the wood.

195. The Ellsworth Bunker Archive.

Presidential Medal of Freedom with Special Distinction, presented to Ellsworth Bunker in 1967 Presidential Medal of Freedom. Presidential Medal of Freedom with Special Distinction, presented to Ellsworth Bunker in 1967, the only individual to receive the award with distinction twice. The medal is composed of a three-inch badge in the form of a star of five white enamel points with a gold eagle with wings spread between each pair of points on the star. Each eagle stands on a red enamel triangle. In the center is a constellation of 13 gold stars set in a field of blue, surrounded by a gold rim. The reverse of the medal bears the unique serial number D.2 and is inscribed “Presidential Medal of Freedom, Ellsworth Bunker.” Medal is accompanied by the blue and white striped grosgrain shoulder sash with pinked edges finished at the hip with a rosette to which is affixed a circular medal bearing a constellation of 13 gold stars set in a field of blue enamel. The medals are accompanied by a ribbon bar in blue and white surmounted with a gold eagle, a miniature medal pendant with a blue and white ribbon surmounted by a gold eagle for wear on a mess dress, and a blue velvet lapel badge secured at one end by a gold eagle pin for wear on civilian clothes. All are housed within a satin and velvet lined wooden presentation box inset with a brass medallion of the seal of the United States.

Also present is a photocopied high-quality reproduction of the printed citation for the award, one page, 9.25 x 13, dated December 23, 1967. Citation reads, in part: “For extraordinary leadership and diplomatic service under arduous and taxing circumstances. Ambassador Bunker was awarded the Medal of Freedom with Special Distinction in December of 1963.

This award was in recognition of his service over the years as Ambassador to Argentina, Italy, India, and Nepal…A second Medal of Freedom with Special Distinction is hereby conferred upon Ellsworth Bunker of Vermont. This second award—the first of its kind—recognizes Ambassador Bunker’s service as Ambassador to the Organization of American States from 1964–65. It further recognizes the crucial role he played under the most difficult conditions, in restoration of the democratic process in the Dominican Republic in 1965–66. In particular it recognizes the rock-like devotion to duty which led Ambassador Bunker to accept the most difficult and demanding present position in the United States Diplomatic Service overseas, that of Ambassador to the Republic of Vietnam…His quiet and effective leadership of all American activities in Vietnam have made an immeasurable contribution to the progress of our efforts to assist that country to determine its own future without external interference. Through this award, a grateful nation once again pays tribute to one of its most distinguished citizens and public servants.” In overall fine condition, with US seal medallion detached from box, and a central horizontal fold through proclamation, as well as a few creases.

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I. Unpublished Autobiography. Thousands of typed pages of an unpublished autobiography, some chapters loosely bound, which was to be titled Lost Victory. His manuscript offers an extraordinary account of politics and policy in the Vietnam era. He offers his opinion on troop actions, CIA meddling, media reactions, and global foreign policy. In overall fine condition, with expected wear, creases, and notations. Bunker, collaborating with Stephen Young, wrote an extremely lengthy draft of over 600 pages, but he was never satisfied with the project. Howard B. Schaffer, in his 2003 biography of Bunker, writes of this draft, “Though Bunker showed portions of it to colleagues for their review and suggestions, it remains unpublished.”

J. Vietnam-Era Day Planners. Collection of five consecutive yearly day planners of Ellsworth Bunker’s from 1968–1972, during his time as Ambassador to Vietnam; and a personal diary from January 1–March 23, 1975.

K. Lyndon B. Johnson. Vintage semi-glossy 13.5 x 10.5 photo of

Bunker with a blurred LBJ in the background, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip, “To Ellsworth Bunker—ambassador, statesman, and friend, Lyndon B. Johnson.” Framed to an overall size of 14.75 x 11.75. In fine condition.

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L. Lyndon B. Johnson. Green photo album, 12.5 x 15, bearing an

affixed TLS inside the front cover by a gold presidential seal and ribbon, signed “Lyndon B. Johnson,” one page, White House letterhead, in part: “Each of your visits here leaves rare gifts of heart and example behind…This time, I want you to take a token of our pride and gladness with you. Let this album remind you always of the house you brighten, the friends you strengthen, and the nation you inspire with your skill and devotion.” Front cover bears gold presentation lettering with a facsimile signature from Johnson: “Carol and Ellsworth Bunker, from Lyndon B. Johnson.” Album contains 27 photos of various finishes, four color, all 11 x 14 or 14 x 11, depicting Bunker and President Johnson at various meetings and events, including a number from within the Oval Office. Photos are unmounted and removable from the sleeves within the album. Individual photos in fine condition; album itself has complete separation of the front cover, heavy surface loss to covers (obscuring some of the gold lettering), and other general wear, otherwise good condition.

M. Lyndon B. Johnson. Vintage color glossy 14 x 11 photo of

Bunker with President Johnson in the Oval Office, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue felt tip, “To Ellsworth Bunker, from his friend, Lyndon B. Johnson.” In very good condition, with moderate scattered surface spotting, a couple small areas of surface loss, a tear to the lower right border, and some soiling and creasing to borders.

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Additional Vietnam related items: - Vietnam-era Oath of Office: Printed presentation copy of Bunker’s oath of office on a 4.75 x 7 embossed card, signed at the conclusion

by Secretary of State Henry Kissinger -Lyndon B. Johnson: Color vintage glossy 10.5 x 13.25 photo of Johnson signed, “To Ellsworth Bunker, with esteem and high regard, Lyndon B. Johnson.”

- Spiro Agnew: 12.75 x 8.25 photo of Bunker with Agnew signed by Agnew with a lengthy, heartfelt inscription - William Westmoreland: 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Westmoreland as a fourstar general, signed and inscribed by the subject - Hubert H. Humphrey: 8 x 10 photo of Humphrey with Ellsworth Bunker signed and inscribed by Humphrey - W. Averell Harriman: 13.5 x 10.5 photo of Bunker and Harriman mid-conversation, signed and inscribed by Harriman - Henry Kissinger: Four items, including two Kissinger signed photos and two TLSs - Lyndon B, Johnson and Richard Nixon: Collection of approximately 36 photos, 12 color, various finishes and sizes, with a majority measuring 14 x 11 - Vietnam Notables SPs: Collection of 13 photos signed and inscribed to Bunker from a different Vietnam-era political or military notable (full list available online) - Vietnam: Group of six items including two photo albums, a printed resolution, an unsigned photo of Bunker, and a presentation poem and design - Vietnam Archive: impressive archive consisting of Bunker’ quality photos, publications, and documents related to his time in Vietnam -Vietnam: Collection of 19 oversized photos, all approximately 23.5 x 20, each affixed to an identical size mount, most featuring Ellsworth Bunker, and all bearing humorous captions -Vietnam: collection of six scrapbooks: five oversize 22 x 17 scrapbooks from Bunker’s time as Ambassador in Vietnam

- American Statesman Medal: 4˝ raised relief medallion with an image of George Washington and engraved with Bunker’s name, encased in a 7 x 7 Lucite block, which is in turn affixed to a 15 x 19 wooden plaque—presented to Ellsworth Bunker in 1970 by the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge - Vietnam Council on Foreign Relations Medal: Triangular-shaped medal on the end of a red and yellow ribbon, with two small badges attached - National Order of Vietnam Award: vivid red and yellow neck sash with a 2.25˝ medallion at the bottom, which reads, “To Quoc Trian [grateful fatherland],” and a 4˝ diameter star of the order, with an identical inscription - Vietnam Presentations: Three plaques presented to Ellsworth Bunker, various sizes, each housed in their presentation boxes - Vietnam Power Company Presentation: wooden, black lacquered plaque, 15.75 x 12, presented to Bunker by the Vietnam Power Company -Key to Los Angeles (1969): Ceremonial Los Angeles ‘Key to the City’ presented to Bunker in 1969—ornate metal key measures 7.5˝ long, with Bunker’s name engraved on the blade -Tong-Thong Nguyen Van Thieu Keys: two identical brass-colored keys, both approximately 3.75˝ long, with an embossed one-inch medallion - Vietnam Cuff Links: Bunker’s personally-owned 18-karat gold cuff links by Lion of Saigon - Vietnam Letters and Manuscripts: Enormous Vietnam-era archive of approximately 140 pieces related to the Vietnam War, consisting of manuscripts, letters, memos, newspaper clippings, and photocopies - Ellsworth and Carol Laise Bunker: archive of hundreds of letters between Bunker and his wife, Carol Laise - George Catlett Marshall Medal (1974): Medal measures 2.75˝ in diameter, with two raised images of Marshall on one side, with the other side engraved “Presented to Ellsworth Bunker for selfless service to the United States of America.”

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N Bunker’s most significant post-ambassadorial role was as lead negotiator in the 1977 Torrijos-Carter Treaties, which guaranteed Panama future control of the Panama Canal.

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to Bunker for his crucial role in negotiating the Panama Canal treaties, measures 1.75˝ in diameter, with a raised eagle on one side, and the reverse engraved, “Award of the President of the United States to Ellsworth Bunker for distinguished federal civilian service.” Included is the very nice presentation document, bearing an autopen signature of Jimmy Carter, one page, 14.75 x 20.5, May 11, 1979.

O. Jimmy Carter. Color satin-finish 13 x 5.75 photo of the signing of the Panama Canal Treaties on September 7, 1977, affixed to an official 13.5 x 9.5 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Jimmy Carter,” and inscribed in a calligraphic hand, “To Ellsworth Bunker, Congratulations on a job well done.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 18.75 x 14.75. In fine condition, with various chips and dings to the frame. Bunker led the American team that negotiated and drew up the treaties, known as the Torrijos–Carter Treaties, which guaranteed that Panama would gain control of the Panama Canal after 1999.

P. Jimmy Carter. Glossy 9.75 x 7.25 photo of Bunker with Jimmy Carter early in his presidency, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen as president, “With thanks and admiration to Ellsworth Bunker, Jimmy Carter, 8-11-77.” Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 12. In fine condition, with trivial irregular adhesion to the inscription and signature.

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Additional Carter items are:

- Mounted photo of the Bunkers at the White House with the Carters and Fords, signed by Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter - Bunker: approximately 58 glossy press photos, various sizes, most dated during the 1960s and 1970s, including the Panama Canal treaty negotiations - Vasco Nuñez de Balboa Medal: purple and yellow ribbon with a 2.5˝ medallion at the end, with a raised relief of Balboa in the center; included is the Grand Cross - Department of State Recognition Award (1978) - Avenue of the Americas Association Award (1977), housed in its original presentation case - Awards (1970s): collection of seven awards, medallions, and tokens presented to Bunker, mostly dating from the 1970s - Santo Domingo: photo album from Bunker’s trip to the Dominican Republic for the inauguration of Dr. Salvador Jorge Blanco in 1982 - Condolence Letters: Collection of 20 condolence letters to Carol Bunker following the death of her husband, Ellsworth, in 1984 - Off-white clay statuette, 10˝ tall, portraying Bunker in a three-piece suit - Tiffany Key: measures almost 3˝ long, with “Tiffany & Co., Sterling” stamp and Bunkers initials engraved - New Yorker Political Cartoon by Lee Lorenz - Notables and Military: nine pieces of correspondence from various political notables and 21 signed photos of notables and military officers, including astronaut Jim Irwin

notables Arnold commiserates to his wife: “How uncertain is Life, how certain is Death, may, I hear loud & afflicting calls, awakening us to prepare for Our Own Exit” 196. Benedict Arnold. ALS signed “Your Loving Husband, Bened’t

Arnold,” one page, 8 x 12.75, January 21, 1774. Letter to his wife Margaret Mansfield Arnold. In full: “Inclosed is Capt. Sage’s Receit for Ten joammes & Ten barrels which he is to Sell in the Turks Island & remit you the proceeds which I expect will be Joammes more, this is all I could probably send you at Present, I hope that people I owe will not rest easy until I return. If not, you must get Mr Chauncy to put off Matters until I return, when they may all depend on being immediately paid.

So few days since heard of the death of Mr. Babisch & Polly Austin, which surprised me much they were in the prime of their Life & as likely to live as any of us, how uncertain is Life, how certain is Death, may, I hear loud & afflicting calls, awakening us to prepare for Our Own Exit, whenever it shall Happen—My Dear Life Pray by no means Neglect the Education of Our Dear Boys, it is of Infinite Concern what Habbits & principles they imbibe when young—I hope this will find you all well, & that, the Almighty may preserve you in health & Happiness is the Sincere Prayer of Dr. Peggy.” Reverse of letter bears an address panel in an unknown hand, and the reverse has also been professionally silked.

Aforementioned silking, intersecting folds, lightly trimmed edges,and several seal-related tears (slightly affecting several words of text) repaired on the reverse, otherwise very good condition. Item comes with its original dealer folder from The American Art Association, stating the letter comes from the Collection of Rev. Dr. Roderick Terry, Catalogue Number 10. In April 1775, Sage and his Troop of the Light Horse answered the Lexington alarm while Arnold marched to the Boston Siege. Ironically, the two friends became military opponents when Arnold sold out to the British, but Sage, appointed Brigadier General of the Connecticut militia, hid the traitor’s children to protect them from an angry Middletown, Connecticutmob that torched an effigy of Arnold when his treachery was revealed. The once patriot and successful entrepreneur died a penniless, broken and bitter man, ‘bought by British gold.’ A highly desirable letter with pre-war association between two men who became Continental Army generals serving General Washington—one who stood by him and one who betrayed him. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

197. Charles Babbage. Pioneering British mathematician and mechanical engineer (1791–1871) whose Difference Engine and Analytical Engine are generally acknowledged as the first programmable computers. Third-person ANS signed in the text, “Mr. Babbage,” one page, 3.5 x 2.75, May 15. Note reads, in full: “Mr Babbage will have much pleasure in dining with Mr & Mrs Brunel on Wednesday the 29 Inst.” In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges and a couple brushes to text. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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198. Robert Baden-Powell.

British military officer and founder of the world scouting movement (1857–1941). TLS signed “BadenPowell,” one page, 8 x 10, Boy Scouts Association letterhead, December 16, 1932. Letter to Professor L. P. Jacks. In part: “I hope you will not think it very presumptious [sic] of me, but knowing your interest in our doings in the Boy Scout movement, I write at the request of our Headquarters Committee to ask whether you would be disposed to become a member of our Council. This would not involve you in any financial responsibility or special work but it would put you in a position to give us suggestions as they may occur to you and would enable us from time to time to ask your advice when occasion arises. I enclose herewith for your information a copy of our last Annual Report [not present] which gives the list of members of the existing Council, and from which you will also see that the Movement is in a healthy and flourishing condition.” Small edge separation to central horizontal fold, paperclip impression to top edge, and a bit of light creasing to right side, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

199. Stanley Baldwin. British

politician who served as prime minister three times (1867–1947).

ALS signed “Baldwin of Bewdley,” one page, 6.25 x 8, Astley Hall letterhead, November 23, 1939.

Jovial letter to a University College of the South West official. In full: “Certainly if I live and remain in possession of my faculties, I have every intention of coming to Exeter in the early summer and you can tell any one I said so!” In fine condition.

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

Bates introduces the builder of the principal ironclads of the Mississippi flotilla to John Dahlgren

201. Edward Bates. Attorney general during the Civil War (1793–

1869). War-dated ALS signed “Edw Bates,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, Attorney General’s Office letterhead, January 29, 1862. Letter of introduction for ironclad builder James B. Eads to Captain John Dahlgren. In part: “I make free to present to you two of my friends.

1st my son, Judge Barton Bates, of the Sup. Court of Mo. and James B. Eads Esq. of St. Louis, Mo. My son is a native of Missouri, now on his first visit east of the Mountains, has never before seen tide water, & of course, is ignorant of all the means & machinery of naval warfare. My friend Mr. Earl is thoroughly skilled in steam enginery & in all departments of river navigation. He is the constructor of the principal iron clad gun boats of Miss. flotilla.” In fine condition. At the behest of his friend Edward Bates, Eads was contracted to construct the City-class ironclads and produced seven ships in a matter of just five months. These river ironclads were a vital element to Union naval operations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The discoverer of insulin 200. Frederick Banting. Canadian physician and researcher (1891–1941) who shared the 1923 Nobel Prize in Medicine for his role in the discovery of insulin.

Rare ALS signed “Fred,” one page both sides, 5 x 3.5, no date. Letter to “Beulah.” In part: “Your clever & charming letter was most gratefully received. I have been closely guarded since I saw you last for at that time I was having a flare up of my appendix & had to go to bed every night at 7:30 for ten days before the opening. And since—well you know what it has been like. As far as the operation goes there was nothing to it. I had a very easy time.” In fine condition, with some trivial soiling to the borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 62 | March 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

202. Henry Ward Beecher. Prominent and sometimes controversial American clergyman, orator, and abolitionist (1813–1887) who was the brother of Uncle Tom’s Cabin author Harriet Beecher Stowe. ALS signed “H. W. Beecher,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, October 24, 1863. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I received fr Mr. Layton a copy of a letter…urging both to use influence to have the Breakfast Meeting changed to a Lecture. Mr. Morgan say ‘It will be said that he was afraid of a public meeting & sought refuge in a Breakfast in the very town for which Jno. Bright is a member.’” Intersecting folds, a central spot of staining, mounting remnants and repairs at adjoining fold, and ink notations and affixed date to top of first page, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Bell heads to Canada to recuperate before his final years of work towards the telephone 203. Alexander Graham Bell. ALS signed “A. Graham Bell,” two pages, 4.5 x 7, March 24, 1873. Letter to Mr. Bogdon. In part: “I am sorry that a bad cold compels me to keep indoors just now. I fear I may not be able to go with you tomorrow. I have been running down for some weeks past, and intend to run up to Canada to recruit towards the end of this week. Kind regards to all friends at Lower Falls.” A few small separations along intersecting folds, one fold through a single letter of signature, a few wrinkles, and mild toning to first page, otherwise fine condition. At the time of this letter Bell was Professor of Vocal Physiology and Elocution at the Boston University School of Oratory. After spending the summer of 1873 at the family home in Canada, he returned to Boston and decided to concentrate on his experiments in sound which eventually led to his first successful transmission via telephone three years later in 1876. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

204. David Ben-Gurion. ALS in English,

signed in Hebrew, one page, lightly-lined, 4.5 x 8.25, Ideh-Boker, Israel, July 1, 1964. Letter to a woman. In part: “I would not dare to diminish your enthusiasm and faith is Statue Shalom.” In fine condition, with mild creases and toning. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of Ben-Gurion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

205. David Ben-Gurion. ALS in Hebrew,

signed “D. Ben-Gurion,” one page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 8.25, December 2, 1963. Letter to Dr. Avraham Vishnel. In part: “I have met with Professor Harmena. Also I have been present at your lectures in the House of American Zionists, in Tel Aviv…

I want to invite a few people from all the parties and ones that are not in any group since we will need to consult them about an action. One that we need to bring up in order to appoint an election method that it’s lacking is obvious to us both, and to act to change the election. I would like to meet with you in a month or two when I shall be a little more free from work I must do here. We should make a list of all the people that should attend this meeting.” In very good condition, with uniform toning, rusty paperclip mark and tear to top, punch holes to edges, and some slight paper loss to lower right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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206. Mary McLeod Bethune. Educator

and civil rights leader (1875–1955) best known for starting a school for AfricanAmerican students in Florida, that eventually became BethuneCookman University. Ink signature, “Mary McLeod Bethune,” on an off-white 6.25 x 1.25 slip clipped from a guest book. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Josephine seeks a military appointment for a retired border soldier

The suffragists plan to “meet Mr. Whittier and a few of the early abolition friends” 207. Henry Browne Blackwell. Ameri-

can advocate for social and economic reform (1825–1909), and husband of Lucy Stone, with whom he helped found the American Woman Suffrage Association. ALS signed “H. B. Blackwell,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 5.25, March 6, 1883.

Response to an invitation. In part: “It will give Mrs. Lucy Stone and Mr. H. B. Blackwell great pleasure to accept the kind invitation…to meet Mr. Whittier and a few of the early abolition friends on Thursday.” Affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

209. Josephine Bonaparte. Empress of France, born Marie

Josèphe Rose Tascher de La Pagerie (1763–1814). Married Napoleon in 1796 and divorced in 1810, unable to produce an heir. Partial LS in French, signed “Josephine,” one page, 7.25 x 3.25, November 26, 1807. Conclusion of a letter to an unknown recipient (most likely Henry Clarke, appointed War Minister by Napoleon three months earlier) requesting a military appointment. In full (translated): “Siebecker, retired military as Wissembrough, Department of the Bas-Rhin, wishes to obtain a place in the guard in the Twentieth. I recommend him to your benevolence and I would be delighted if it would be possible for you to do something in his favor.” In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold and some stray ink marks to lower right corner. Accompanied by an engraved portrait suitable for framing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

208. Louis Blanc.

French statesman and historian (1811–1882) who was forced to abandon his post as a member of the provisional government and flee to England after the Revolution of 1848. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8.25, Versailles, September 16, 1871. Untranslated letter in French. In fine condition, with stray ink marks and foxing to lower border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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210. Saint John Bosco. Italian priest

(1815–1888), who, in recognition of his work on behalf of disadvantaged youth, was canonized in 1934. Rare ALS in Italian, signed “Pr. Bosco Gio,” one page, 5.5 x 8.25, Bath letterhead, September 21, 1858. Letter to his benefactor Senator Cotta. In part (translated): “Yesterday the Marquis Patrizi [patron and associate of John Bosco] planned on going to see you, but the hours passed and he didn’t have time. This morning, before leaving, he entrusted me with making known to you the most respectful signs of his esteem and benevolence and reserving to himself the right to renew them to you personally when he returns from Rome…wishing you with the aid of heaven, health and grace.”

Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in Bosco’s hand. Intersecting folds, some scattered light creases, and mounting remnants, slight paper loss, and toning to second page, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fall River’s most infamous resident relocates her neighbor: “I am very willing for you to have the house if you take it out of the neighbor-hood” 211. Lizzie Borden. American

woman (1860– 1927) who was tried and acquitted in the 1892 axe murders of her father and stepmother in Fall River, Massachusetts. The saga ultimately become one of the most celebrated unsolved cases in the history of American crime. Very rare ALS signed “L. A. Borden,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, October 7, 1898. Letter to Mr. Kenney. In full: “I have been thinking over what you said this morning and I do not wish to make you go to Mr. Cook if it is unpleasant for you. I am very willing for you to have the house if you take it out of the neighbor-hood and have it away by the 15th of April. In the meantime you can use all up stairs if you wish for your own family. My price is $1000 and I shall not want to pass papers or have it out of my control till the first of April. You will not need to see Mr. Cook at all unless you want to, and take as long as you like to decide, at least I can give you until De. 1st. By that time I should like to know. This is all I have to say and I do not feel that I can change anything.” In fine condition.

After her acquittal in June of 1893, Lizzie moved to Maplecroft, an enormous Victorian home at 306 French Street in Fall River’s fashionable Highlands neighborhood. Borden reportedly purchased other properties around French Street, including the lot abutting Maplecroft that held Mr. Kenney’s small house and garage in 1897. In a 1985 interview, Kenney’s granddaughter Elizabeth claimed that Lizzie wanted the lot cleared: ‘an annoying letter was sent requesting the house be removed. It was moved to Hanover Street.’ This letter is presumably referring to the same matter. Autographically scarce and highly sought-after, this is only the fourth letter written by Miss Borden that we have ever offered—a highly desirable piece from the American folk legend. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

212. David Brewster. Scottish scientist, inventor, and author (1781– 1868) best known for his inventions and discoveries related to optics, including the kaleidoscope. ALS signed “D. Brewster,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, December 27, 1828. Letter to a gentleman, most likely his publisher. In part: “I have sent to you by today’s post the newspaper containing the advertisement of No. 19 of the Edi. Journal, which you would oblige me by sending to the Globe…As I begin a new series of the Journal after No. XX you would oblige me by letting me know as soon as you conveniently can if you have any objections to continue to publish it.” Mounted to a slightly larger bordering sheet. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one horizontal fold passing through part of the signature), light scattered toning and soiling, and mounting remnants to reverse upper border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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The rarest of the Constitution signers 213. Jacob Broom. American businessman and politician (1752–1810) and signer of

the US Constitution. ADS, one page, 7.75 x 7, July 7, 1787. Document written as Justice of the Peace of Newcastle County, issuing a warrant for the arrest of Thomas Williams and Alexander Patten for their alleged assault of James Davis. In part: “Forasmuch as James Davis yeoman hath personally come before me…and hath taken his corporal oath that Thomas Williams and Alexander Patten…have assaulted and beaten him… these are therefore…to command you forthwith to apprehend the said Thomas Williams and Alexander Patten and bring them before me.” Document has been professionally silked. Uniform toning, a couple brushes to text, lightly trimmed edges, and a few repaired separations, otherwise very good condition. Document comes in a quarter-blue morocco clamshell box. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Our method of electing a President is crude in the extreme...Yet out of it have appeared great Presidents” 216. Vannevar Bush. Engineer

214. Martin Buber. German-Jewish philosopher and writer

(1878–1965). ALS in German, signed “Buber,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.25, July 13, 1924. Letter to German writer Arnold Zweig. In part (translated): “I am quite unable to write the desired essay; I am so busy with the affairs of the University at Jerusalem…and several other obligations that I have not an hour left.” Intersecting folds (one faint vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered creases, and a small area of foxing, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full translation. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

215. Richard E. Byrd. TLS signed “Richard E. Byrd,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 19, 1950. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I will be delighted to sign your book.

I suggest that you send it to me here, since I hope to return home again before too long.” In fine condition.

An uncommon full signature from the polar explorer. RR Auction COA.…

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(1890–1974) known for his pivotal role in the development of the atomic bomb as a primary organizer of the Manhattan Project. Souvenir typescript, two onionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint. An excerpt from Of Leaders and Leadership, in part: “Our method of electing a President is crude in the extreme…Yet out of it have appeared great Presidents, raging [sic] from men such as Hoover and Eisenhower, of no originally apparent political skill, to such as John F. Kennedy, as skilled a man politically as this country has produced, yet one who developed an approach to the minds and hearts of people, not only here but everywhere in the world, and to the extent that when he died he was mourned more sincerely than any man since Lincoln…There must be something more, beyond the absurd machinery, some subtle way in which the public will becomes [sic] exerted, some force beyond political manipulation, unrecognized yet powerful.” In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip mark and impression to the upper right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

217. Edmund Burke.Ink signature, “Edm. Burke,” on an off-white

7 x 1.75 slip clipped from the close of a letter. Affixed with a portrait to a 7.5 x 6.75 sheet. Light scattered foxing and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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218. John C. Calhoun. Prominent

American politician (1782–1850) who served as vice president under John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson and later wielded great power and influence in the Senate as a champion of Southern causes, including slavery. LS signed “J C Calhoun,” one page, 8 x 9.5, July 22, 1824. Letter to the Commissary General of Subsistence. In full: “It is intended to revive the general regulations of the Army: you will repost as soon as practicable whether any and what parts of the regulations above mentioned require in your opinion, alteration or amendment.” In very good condition, with uniform toning, a few small edge tears, several ink and pencil notations, and some light mirroring of ink. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

219. John C. Calhoun. LS signed “J. C. Calhoun,” one page, 7.75 x 10, August 10, 1818. Letter to Major Loring Johnston. In part: “I have received from the Plaintiffs, in the action against you, certain propositions for a compromise… which I shall accept. If adhered to on their part…you will be released, under the act, from all demands for cost and damages.” In very good condition, with scattered toning, small area of paper loss along one horizontal fold, a couple small pencil notations, and text a shade or two light, but still legible. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

In June 1959, just months after succeeding in his “fight against tyranny,” Castro establishes a fund to resolve “prevailing problems at the heart of the Cuban family” 220. Fidel Castro. DS, in Spanish, two pages, 8 x 12.5, June 19, 1959. Signed at the conclusion by Castro as Prime Minister.

Important document reads, in part: “Let It Be Known: That the Board of Ministers has agreed, and I have sanctioned, the following: Whereas: The Ministry of Social Well-being is authorized, pursuant to the postulates of the Revolution, to provide for the people of Cuba the resources necessary for the immediate resolution of the prevailing problems at the heart of the Cuban family. Whereas: It is necessary for the Ministry of Social Well-being to fulfill the purposes that make an immediate benefit possible for people that find themselves in a precarious position, without other alternative than that of urgently turning to the protection of the State. Therefore: In use of the powers conferred upon it, the Board of Ministers resolves to order the following: LAW No. 398 Article 1: To concede a one-time credit in the sum of SIX HUNDRED THOUSAND PESOS ($600,000.00) to the Ministry of Social Well-being for the purpose of creating a Fund that allows it to provide immediate assistance to those persons to whom it is essential to lend social assistance, due to the urgency of their material needs. This also includes all those whom, as a consequence of the fight against tyranny, lost their goods and that which is considered necessary, bestowing upon them the due protection that lies within the scope of this office.

Article 2: The Paymaster of the Ministry of Social Well-being shall formulate a request of funds for the total sum that this Law determines, for its deposit into a checking account at the National Bank of Cuba. To that effect, the opening of a checking account at the National Bank of Cuba on behalf of the Ministry of Social Well-being is decreed.” Beautifully suede-matted and framed with two images of Castro to an overall size of 52.5 x 22. In fine condition, with an embossed seal under Castro’s signature. The blue seal is crisp and intact and retains its original ribbon.

In keeping with the ideals of the revolution, which had finished its overthrow of the government in January, Castro began to institute social programs that promoted equality and well-being. The Ministry of Social Welfare oversaw many progressive reforms, including lowering housing costs, increasing accessibility to healthcare and immunizations, and building schools and old-age homes. The fascinating language of this document demonstrates a genuine concern for the Cuban people, seeking to aid the “Cuban family” and those who “find themselves in a precarious position,” as well as lingering revolutionary rhetoric, mentioning the “fight against tyranny.” An extraordinary document which captures the revolutionary fervor and egalitarian ideals of 1959 Cuba. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 67

“That one of her own Sons and Teachers should so sweetly remember her must touch the heart of Saint Andrew” 221. Andrew Carnegie. ALS, three pages both sides, 4.5 x 7, Skibo Castle letterhead, June 9, 1902. Letter to a professor. In part: “This morning I read your letter to the Principal…for ‘Chemical Research’ at St. Andrews. I am so happy over it I must write you a word of Congratulations—few gifts can carry the peculiar charm of this. That one of her own Sons and Teachers should so sweetly remember her must touch the heart of Saint Andrew…I notice it is in memory of your Uncle—You must have had like myself perhaps an Uncle who became the nearest & dearest man on Earth.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and some mounting remnants to reverse of second integral page.

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

Boldly signed document from Catherine the Great 222.

Catherine the Great. Empress of Russia, 1762–1796. She murdered her husband, Peter III, and proclaimed herself Czarina in 1762. Manuscript DS, in Cyrillic, signed “Yekaterina,” one page, 7.5 x 12.25, March 20, 1785. Document to Prince Grigoriy Aleksandrovich. In full (translated): “It is necessary that fifteen thousand rubles earned by the carpenters wages for the month of April of this year be distributed at the Kherson Shipyard. We have ordered that bank notes be released to your department from Saint Petersburg for the remaining sums from the Treasury, trusting you to receive and use them to make the disposition at your discretion.” A central horizontal fold, slightly affecting the large first letter of the signature, a light uniform shade of toning, staining to the lower right corner, a few dings to the left edge, and some erased pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Chamberlain on his quick rise to power: “I hate this continual shifting from office to office without being given time to leave a mark anywhere” 223. Neville Chamberlain. ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, Stray Hotel, Harrogate letterhead, September 5, 1923. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I hate this continual shifting from office to office without being given time to leave a mark anywhere but the one compensation is that the change brings me such delightful letters from one’s friends…I only hope you won’t change your mind when I have been a year at the Treasury. I fear trade prospects are none too good but I still retain a cheerful and unfounded hope of better times before long. We hope to get back to Birmingham at the end of next week for a brief interval before moving into Downing Street.” In fine condition. Over the course of ten months, Chamberlain rose from backbencher—the lowest level in Parliament—to Chancellor of the Exchequer, the cabinet minister responsible for all economic and financial matters. In these months he had already changed offices twice, first as postmaster general and then as minister of health. This letter comes from one week after he was appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer, but seemingly before he actually took office. The official residence of the chancellor is at 11 Downing Street, which is what Chamberlain refers to at the end of the letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

224. Charles. Rare 1998

Christmas card, measuring 11.5 x 7.5 opened. Inside bears a casual color 4 x 5.5 portrait of Charles sitting on the deck of a boat with William and Harry, with a preprinted holiday sentiment opposite the photo. Inscribed at the top in black ink by Charles, “Reg—,” and signed at the bottom “and kindest regards, Charles.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with right edge of photo peeling from card. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

225. Charles Emmanuel III.

Duke of Savoy and King of Sardinia from 1730 until his death (1701–1773).

Partly-printed vellum DS, in Italian, signed “C. Emanuele,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 12.25, May 29, 1735. Untranslated document in Italian. In very good condition, with overall foxing and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely scarce Communist commemorative cover from the People’s Republic of China’s first premiere

226. Chou En-Lai. Chinese revolutionary and politician (1898-

1976) who was the chief diplomatic representative of the Communist Party as the Premier of the People’s Republic of China from 1949–76. Exceedingly rare Czechoslovakian commemorative FDC with a cachet honoring Antonin Zapotocky, and bearing a December 18, 1954, Prague postmark, signed on the front in Chinese in purple ink and dated December 3, 1957. Also signed on the front, in Chinese by Minister of Sports Marshal Ho Lung and Madame Sung Tching-Ling (second wife of Sun Yat-sen, leader of the 1911 revolution that established the Republic of China), she was given the special title of Honorary Chairman of the People’s Republic of China in May 1981. In fine condition, with pencil notations along top edge, as well as light pencil numerals next to each signature, and ink notations, in Czech, on the reverse. Incredibly rare in any form, this is only the second Chou En-Lai item we have ever offered, and American Book Prices Current lists just three examples selling in the last 27 years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 69

Churchill visits a social club to enroll recruits for a mounted unit to serve in the Boer War

227. Christine Marie of France. Sister of Louis XIII

and the Duchess of Savoy by marriage (1606–1663).

Manuscript DS, in Italian, signed “Christine,” two pages adjoined by a large paper seal, 11.75 x 16, April 16, 1648. Untranslated document in Italian. Paper seal to bottom of first page is fully intact. Intersecting folds, light overall toning, and small edge chips and tears, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

230. Winston Churchill.

228.

Park Chung-hee.

South Korean military leader (1917– 1979) who seized power in a 1961 coup d’etat; he was assassinated by the director of his own security force. Letter in Korean, signed in Korean characters, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 9.5 x 13.5, Republic of Korea letterhead, April 13, 1972. Letter of state to Joaquin Balaguer introducing Korea’s ambassador to the Dominican Republic. In part (translated): “He is well aware of the relative interests of our two countries and sincere desire of this Government to strengthen even further the cordial friendship now existing between the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Dominica.” In fine condition, with some marks and toning to the left border of the first page. Accompanied by an official translation. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

229. John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough.

English soldier and statesman (1650–1722) whose career spanned the reigns of five monarchs. Endorsement signed “Marlborough,” on the reverse of a one-page partly printed document, 7 x 14, dated April 1704. Document concerns the repayment of a one hundred pound loan. Endorsed on the reverse

by Marlborough, dated December 12, 1704. In very good condition, with horizontal folds, and some scattered light toning and foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Visitors Register for the Whitney Institute, 7.75 x 9.75, 46 pages, containing approximately 1000 guest signatures from 19011920, most of which are accompanied by a member signature in the “Introduced By” column. Signed on the third page “Winston S. Churchill,” on January 3, 1902, also signed by Churchill’s cousin, the 9th Duke of Marlborough. In good to very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, tear to lower right, and some stray ink marks. Register itself rates good to very good, with toning and soiling throughout, edge tears, some scattered paper loss, and moderate wear and surface loss to covers and spine. The next day, Churchill, who was at this particular social club to enroll recruits for the Boer War, was commissioned as a captain in the Queen’s Own Oxfordshire Hussars (QOOH), a regiment of the British Army between 1888 and 1922. The regiment served in the Boer War and during World War I. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

231. Winston Churchill. TLS signed

“Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, crossed out with “at La Pausa, Roquebrune, A. M.,” typed above it, March 12, 1958. Letter to H. P. Moll. In full: “I am indeed obliged to you for your letter from which I am very glad to learn that I have been reelected President of the West Essex Conservative Club. Thank you so much for your kind inquiry. I am progressing well, and hope to return to England before the end of the month.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and punch and tack holes to top edge.

Churchill stayed 11 times with Emery and Wendy Reves at their villa, La Pausa, at Roquebrune in the South of France between January 1956 and April 1959. He considered his stays there among the most enjoyable times of his life. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

232. Winston Churchill. TLS

signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, September 11, 1962. In full: “My wife and I are most interested to hear of the improvements you are carrying out at the West Essex Conservative Club. Thank you for writing to us. Unfortunately, owing to my accident, neither of us is accepting invitations for the autumn, but if you would later on let us know the date of the ceremony you contemplate, I would arrange for a member of my family to attend if you would like this. We hope that the alterations to the Club will give pleasure to all who use it.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and a couple staple holes to top edge. Consignor notes that the letter is from the estate of Major Jack Churchill, Sir Winston’s brother. Churchill’s accident began a slow but steady decline in his health and a gradual withdrawal from public life until his death on January 24, 1965. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

233. Winston Churchill.

Fountain pen signature, “W. Churchill,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 card bearing a typed notation.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder and given an autograph grade of 7. In fine condition, with light overall toning and the signature a shade light. Pre-certified…(MB $200)

As the nation mourns the 1841 passing of William Henry Harrison, a disgruntled Clay takes a jab at President Tyler

235. Henry Clay. ALS signed “H. Clay,” one page both sides, 8 x

10, April 22, 1841. Letter to John C. Largent, Esq. In part: “I had seen in the newspapers that Morris was elected Mayor of N. York. I was glad that his majority was not greater. I am sorry to observe without being able to account for, the falling off in the Whig vote at Albany. I should be not willing merely but highly gratified with your making a collection of my speeches…Our Congressional election takes place next week…From all that I know and hear of Tyler, he will not disappoint us. He wants Harrison’s popularity, and so far we shall suffer.

His administration too is in the nature of a Regency, and Regencies are often factious, weak, and intriguing.” Clay also adds a postscript, signed “H.C.,” and it reads, in part: “Do not commit yourself to the sufficiency of Mr. Biddle’s defense, which I regret does not appear to be satisfactory, it would be unwise to mine the administration of the…Bank of the U.S. with the Whig Cause.” Partial separations along intersecting folds, scattered toning (heavier along folds and edges), semicircular area of light staining touching the signature, and slight show-through from writing on opposing sides, otherwise very good condition. Clay sent this letter a little over two weeks after the death of William Henry Harrison. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Clay corrects a error on the historical national bank debate, explaining that it “regarded Mr. Jefferson & not Mr. Madison” 234. Henry Clay. Third-person ALS, signed in the text, “Henry Clay,” one page, 8 x 10, July 4,

1841. Letter reads, in full: “H. Clays respects to Miss Maury, with his thanks for the testimony she has communicated to him in respect to Mr. Madison’s opinions as to a Nat. bank. What caught her eye, as to Mr. River’s statement relative to them, regarded Mr. Jefferson & not Mr. Madison.”

Intersecting folds and show-through from tape and mounting remnants on reverse, and a few light stains, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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236. Dewitt Clinton. American poli-

tician (1769-1828) who served as senator and who, as governor of New York, played a major role in the construction of the Erie Canal.

Autograph letter, one page, 8 x 9.75, December 1817.

Letter to General James Tallmadge.

In part: “An indefinite support of…an administration is… anti-patriotic and generally unprincipled. If a member is to follow implacably the Presidential track, where is his independence as a legislator and a man! The Cabinet, as it is called, will be the main thing that will propel the whole machinery of Government. Rely upon it that a war with Spain will terminate in a war with G.B. I consider the independence of L. America as connected with the cardinal interests of mankind.” Second integral page bears a free franked address panel in an unknown hand. Intersecting folds, Clinton’s name printed in pencil at the bottom, also in an unknown hand, several brushes to text and mild toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

237. George Clinton. Partly-

printed DS, signed “Geo. Clinton,” one page, 12.5 x 8, October 4, 1786. Clinton appoints Staats Morris as “Junior Lieutenant of a Company of Light Infantry in a Regiment of Militia in the City and County of New York.” Paper seal affixed to the upper left remains crisp and entirely intact. In fine condition, with three vertical folds and toning to edges. Morris is known for temporarily taking command of ‘Hamilton’s Own’ Company after the Battle of Wabash. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

238. Richard Cobden. Influential

British statesman associated with John Bright in the formation of the Anti-Corn Law League; an immensely important figure in classical-liberal thought in economics and international affairs (1804–1865). ALS, one page, 4.25 x 7, no date. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I shall have great pleasure in availing myself of your kind offer of an introduction to Mr. Thiers.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

‘Buffalo Bill’ joins the Sells-Floto Circus to perform ‘The Last Grand Council of the North American Indian’ 239. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. DS, signed “W. F. Cody,” two

pages, 7.5 x 11.5, January 28, 1913.

Agreement between Cody, Frederick Bonfils, and Harry Tammen to create a new show and share the profits evenly. In part: “’The Last Grand Council of the North American Indian’ and the pageant and pageants given in Denver in 1915 in connection with the Panama Pacific Exposition at San Francisco, the net profits from year to year are to be divided equally, one half to the parties of the first part and one half to the party of the second part…a company may be organized, and if mutually agreed, shares of stock to be sold to other than the parties herein.” Signed at the conclusion by all three. Beautifully leatherand suede-matted and framed by the Gallery of History with a portrait of Cody and two plaques to an overall size of 45 x 23. In fine condition, with Cody’s signature fairly light, but still completely legible. In dire financial need, Cody was forced to continue his career despite his plans to retire. Bonfils and Tammen had purchased the Sells-Floto Circus and sought to expand it with Cody. It was contracts like these that led to the 1913 split with his longtime partner Gordon W. ‘Pawnee Bill’ Lillie. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Wait till we start west.

I predict a big season” 240. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. ALS

signed “Col.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, illustrated Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show letterhead, Portsmouth, May 29, [1911].

Letter to G. W. Lillie, otherwise known as ‘Pawnee Bill.’ In part: “We had two bad towns last week. Fitchburg & Newburyport. No one ever done business in either. The week hurt us at least $2000 in Lowell—sent your bank 5100 today to take up one of my notes…We are all OK here—now.

And barring accident we will be OK. New England was never big for me. But wait till we start west. I predict a big season.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a subtle spot of toning to the left border.

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

241. Roscoe Conkling. LS, one page, 5 x 8, US Senate Chamber letterhead, February 2, 1874. Letter to Lieutenant George M. Wheeler. In part: “For the choice selection of stereoscopic views of the West you kindly sent me, I beg you to accept my thanks.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), a few creases, and small tear to left edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite bust portrait. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 242. Moshe Dayan. Glossy 6.25

x 8.75 photo of Dayan outdoors, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip “Dear Mrs. Supin, With my best wishes, M. Dayan, March 1975.”

Triple-matted and framed with a peacock eye patch (it is unknown if this belonged to Dayan) and a small plaque to an overall size of 24 x 18. In very good condition, with moderate creasing and a bit of irregular ink adhesion to signature and inscription. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Showing natural selection at work in the world of orchids, Darwin turns to botany’s leading authorities 243. Charles Darwin. Desirable ALS signed “Ch. Darwin,” one page, 5 x 8, Down, Beckenham, Kent letterhead, October 24. Letter to an unidentified gentleman.

In full: “Pray thank Prof. Reichenbach for his great kindness. l am sorry that you & he have had to trouble; for a plant at Kew was afterwards discovered in flower 815 was sent to me, so that I was able to examine well the doubtful point.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a few diagonal creases under signature.

When Darwin visited the seaside village of Torquay on a family vacation during the summer of 1861, he spent hours studying the variety of wild orchids along the shore, reviving his interest in insect pollination that had begun three decades prior. Upon his return to Down, he sought the help of the world’s top botanists in identifying and classifying the myriad species he had collected. He developed a strong friendship with Joseph Hooker, son of the famed director of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, and relied heavily upon his expertise. He also turned to Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach, Professor of Botany at Leipzig, whose enormous herbarium was rivaled only by Kew’s. With their help, Darwin explored the intricacies of how different petals attracted different insects and analyzed how parts of the plants were homologous, having evolved from the same original structure to meet different functions in different species. He published Fertilisation of Orchids in 1862, which was his most detailed demonstration of the power of natural selection. An incredibly scarce and highly collectible letter from the naturalist at work.

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

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Story of the the Piltdown Skull, introduced by Darrow at the Scopes Trial 244. Clarence Darrow. Signed book: The Antiquity of Man,

Volume II by Sir Arthur Keith. Second edition, sixth impression.

Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1925. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9, 756 pages. Neatly signed on the first free end page in pencil, “Clarence Darrow.” Autographic condition: very good, with heavy toning and dampstaining to signed page. Book condition: G/None. Blue cloth-covered boards with gilt lettering to spine and decorative skull to cover; edges worn with small tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; significant water damage to front cover, also visible on first few pages; shaken and shelf-cocked; yellowed; few hinges cracked; minor soiling and edgewear. Accompanied by The Antiquity of Man, Volume I, signed on the first free end page in black ink by the author, “Arthur Keith, Royal College of Surgeons, London, Sept. 30th, 1927.” Chapters 26 through 36 in Volume II are devoted to the Piltdown Man, the supposed fossilized remains of an early human which were later found to be a hoax. The fossil was introduced as evidence by Clarence Darrow in defense of John Scopes during the famous 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial. Accompanying volume in VG+ condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Davis writes to former House Speaker James G. Blaine about his proposal “to exclude me from amnesty”

Rare document from one of the founders of California

245. Jefferson Davis. ALS, one page,

lightly-lined, 5 x 8, January 22, 1876. Letter, marked “Private,” to an unnamed recipient, but almost certainly James G. Blaine. In full: “Within I send to you as Chmn. of the Com. a letter which expresses my feeling in regard to the proposition to exclude me from amnesty. You are [at] liberty to publish my letter if you think it well to do so, or to consider it private if your judgement shall so decide.” In very good condition, with tape remnants to two edges, a bit of light toning, and some moderate feathering to portions of text and signature. In 1873, House Speaker James G. Blaine reported a General Amnesty bill which did not exclude Jefferson Davis; it was passed by the House. On January 10, 1876, Blaine announced he wished to debate reconsideration and proposed to exclude Jefferson Davis from amnesty. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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246. Jose De Galvez. Spanish lawyer (1720–1787), a colonial official in New Spain, and Minister of the Indies. Very rare LS, in Spanish, boldly signed “Jph. de Galvez,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, September 1, 1777. Letter to the governor of Paraguay, Santo Ildefonso, in which Galvez gives orders to the viceroy of the Rio de la Plata and his subordinate, the governor of Paraguay, about the use of official sealed paper produced in Spain, as well as in the rest of the dominions of America, until it can be printed locally. In very good condition, with horizontal and vertical folds, mild to moderate scattered soiling and toning, and some edge chipping. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

247. Declaration of Independence: Josiah Bartlett. Partly-printed DS,

one page, 14.5 x 12.25, June 19, 1793. Bartlett appoints Matthew Scoby McCurdy as “Captain of the tenth company in the ninth Regiment of Militia, in the said state of New-Hampshire.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by Bartlett and countersigned

by John Taylor Gilman in the left border, who would replace Bartlett as governor of New Hampshire in the following year. Retains complete white paper seal affixed to the upper left. Document protected by a sheet of glass with cardboard backing. In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds with complete separations, and scattered foxing, toning, and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce handwritten letter from Pennsylvania signer George Ross 248. Declaration of Independence: George Ross. Signer of

the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania (1730–1779). Rare ALS signed “G. Ross,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 12.5, no date.

Letter incorporated into a manuscript document regarding an agreement made between the widow Mary Prater and Anthony Ellmaker, the gentleman with whom her husband had begun a land transaction before he died. The extract indicates that Mary Prater, widow of Anthony Prater, in keeping with his wishes, agrees to sell the said property to Anthony Ellmaker; Prater died before a will could be made out, wherein lies the complication of the case. It seems that Ross was engaged by one of the parties involved to straighten out the situation, which Prater’s heirs were contesting. Ross’s letter to Mr. Galloway reads, in full: “After Anthony Prater died Mary his widow took out letters of admin[istrati]on & afterwards gave a deed of the plantation to Anthony Ellmaker from which the above is extracted; at the takeing out letters of adminon. both the wido. & Anthony Ellmaker inform’d the Deputy Regr. there was no will. You may observe by the above extract that they recite a device by a will but that Anthony Prater died before the execution of it. Now from their own testimony it appears that Anthony Prater died before he made any mention how he would dispose of his estate. And if the will was whole after Prater’s death I am surprised they should not take out letters testamentary & recite in the deed the device of Anthony Prater to his wife for without Mary had a will Anthony can take nothing by the deed (except her 3d). The deed was drawn in Mr. Cookson’s office & I make no doubt Mr. Cookson enquired particularly in the title before the deed was drawn as it was so extraordinary a one, but I suppose Ellmaker was content to take a deed of any sort from the wido. thinking none of Anthony Prater’s heirs would ever lay claim. This will was never mentioned till about 6 months since.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, professionally reinforced on the reverse, scattered light toning and soiling, and a couple small pencil notations. Letter is housed in a blue half-morocco and cloth clamshell case. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Highly desirable letter from the altruistic Princess as 79 of her gowns are auctioned off for charity 249. Diana. Superlative and beautifully penned ALS,

one page both sides, 6.25 x 8, Kensington Palace letterhead, June 25, 1997. Letter to Deeda Blair. In full: “Thank you so much for all your kindness & hard work that you’ve done towards the sale of my dresses—I know what you’ve put into this occasion & I did want you to know how greatly it’s appreciated. I loved the present you sweetly left in the Carlyle Hotel for me—what a lovely surprise…I am safely back in London now, but filled with many happy & special memories from a lightning visit to New York! With love and many thanks for everything, Deeda…” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, addressed in Diana’s hand.

The day that she penned this letter to socialite and philanthropist Catherine ‘Deeda’ Blair, member of the Harvard AIDS Institute Advisory Council and director of the Lasker Foundation, 79 of Princess Diana’s dresses went up for auction at Christie’s in New York City. The idea to sell the gowns for charity came from her eldest son, Prince William, and became one of the biggest social events of the year, raising $3.26 million for various AIDS and health-related charities. In outstanding condition on Diana’s Kensington Palace letterhead, this is a beautiful letter marking a shining moment in the beloved humanitarian princess’s life, cut short just two months later. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Although real scientists have indeed recovered DNA from the era of dinosaurs, the giant beasts remain dead, with no change in sight” 250. DNA: Watson and Crick. Souvenir

typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, entitled ‘Jurassic Jitters,’ featuring two printed sketches of DNA strands at the bottom. In part: “The Tyrannosaurus Rex is awesome, the velociraptors fearsome. But moviegoers should not leave a showing of the hit Jurassic Park with the mistaken notion that biotechnology is some kind of threat to mankind…Although real scientists have indeed recovered DNA from the era of dinosaurs, the giant beasts remain dead, with no change in sight.” Signed at the conclusion in blue ink by Francis Crick and in black ink by James D. Watson. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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251. Joseph Dudley. Colonial governor of Massachusetts from 1702 to 1715. Seldom-seen ALS signed “Dudley,” one page, 8 x 6, no date. Letter to the Honorable Secretary Addington of Boston. In part, “I judge it impossible to come to Boston. I hardly suppose you have a count of Representatives. I hope they are ready in their own opinion to break up, I shall pass all that I knew of thus they…and am sorry they have not been…to reform the life about N. Brunswick which is not altered in effort…addition for your self and if the weather do not… every night what a day.” Reverse bears an address panel in Dudley’s hand. Scattered foxing and soiling, small edge tears and creases, trivial areas of paper loss to left edge, a couple small holes to page and intersecting folds, otherwise very good condition. A rare offering from the controversial figure, written decades before the American Revolution. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Edison presents a portrait to chief engineer and benefactor 254. Thomas Edison. Vintage 10.75 x 9

photo of Edison and Miller Reese Hutchison discussing wireless telegraphy in 1915, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Thos A Edison,” and also signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Amasa P. Peake, M.R. Hutchison.”

Framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 15. In very good condition, with several creases, a few small areas of surface loss to edges and corners, and inscription and Hutchison’s signatures traced over. Hutchison served as chief engineer of Edison’s laboratory from August 1912 until July 1918. Photo originates from the great great granddaughter of Hutchison who stated that Edison presented the photo as thanks for his financial contributions to his experiments.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

255. Thomas Edison. DS, signed “Thos. A. Edison,” one page both

sides, 8.5 x 11, September 1, 1926. Minutes from a meeting of the board of directors of the Edison Storage Battery Company. In part: “The meeting was called to order and presided over by Mr. Charles Edison, President…Mr. Charles Edison stated that the financial condition of the corporation was such as to justify at this time the declaration of the usual quarterly dividend of 1.25%.” Signed at the conclusion by Thomas Edison, Charles Edison, and seven other company officials.

In fine condition, with mild overall toning and mounting remnants to left border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

256. Albert Einstein. TLS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” 8.5

x 11, embossed personal letterhead, January 31, 1938. Einstein writes to Erna Silber-Keller of Brooklyn, New York, translated in full: “It would be best for you to send me your telephone address. From time to time I come to New York anyway; then I will definitely get in touch with you.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one passing through the end of the signature, uniform toning, a few scattered areas of staining, and a few trivial areas of separation along the folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 77

Signature presented to Einstein’s translator as thanks for his help at meetings with Tagore 257. Albert Einstein. Vintage ink signature and inscription, “Herr R. L. Wiener, Albert Einstein 49,” on an off-white 3 x 1.25 clipped portion of a photographer’s mount.

Signature is affixed to the reverse of an original 9.5 x 7.5 gelatin silver print of Einstein and Rabindranath Tagore. In very good condition, with two diagonal creases, one through first name of signature, and soiling along right edge and lower right corner. Einstein and Tagore met twice in the summer of 1930, to discuss the nature of truth. Richard Wiener, from whom this signature descends, acted as the translator of their conversation. Accompanied by a 1996 letter (in German) from Wiener’s son explaining the provenance and a facsimile of Einstein’s letter to Wiener presenting him with the original photograph. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Einstein citing “powers of judgment of an ordinary layman” 258. Albert Einstein. TLS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.25 x 11, blind-stamped personal letterhead, February 16, 1943. Letter to Helen Lorz in New York. In full (translated): “In my view you know how to express your opinions in good form. In these psycho-anthropological matters I myself have only the powers of judgment of an ordinary layman and I don’t know anyone to whom you could entrust your ideas without qualms for a critical evaluation. Under these circumstances I consider publication in a journal to be possible and advisable, particularly if you bring out clearly what is problematical and uncertain about the subject.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

259. Elizabeth, Queen Mother. Christmas card from 1972, measuring 7.25 x 9 closed, and bearing a gold-embossed crown on the front. Inside bears a 5.75 x 7.75 portrait of Elizabeth sitting in a chair. Opposite the photo is a pre-printed Christmas sentiment and signed in blue ballpoint, “From Elizabeth R.” In fine condition with some light spotting and wrinkling to image, and a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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262. Vittorio Emanuele III. King of Italy who ruled

260. Elizabeth, Queen Mother. Christmas card from 1967, measuring 15 x 9 open, with a printed 6 x 6.5 color image of the Queen Mother on a boat off the coast of Newfoundland. Printed opposite the photo is a Christmas greeting and signed underneath in blue ballpoint, “from Elizabeth R.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 25 x 19.

In fine condition. Card originates from the William Tallon estate, a stalwart member of the Queen Mother’s staff at Clarence House.

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

during World War I and allowed Mussolini to rise to power (1869–1947).

Vintage matte-finish 5.25 x 8.5 three-quarter-length portrait of Emanuele in regal attire by NunesVais, affixed to its original 8.5 x 10.5 photographer’s mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Vittorio Emanuele, 1922.” In very good condition, with scattered surface marks and soiling, and some discoloration to the mount. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ellsworth assists an ensign in receiving payment for serving in a Connecticut regiment 261. Oliver Ellsworth.

ALS, one page, 7.5 x 12.75, June 29, 1791.

Letter to New Jersey Governor William Paterson.

In part: “You will have the goodness to excuse my troubling you a moment in behalf of an Ensign Brissel of my vicinity who has served in the Reg’t. & has an arrear of pay due to him. He has been once to Philadelphia to receive it & was there informed that it had been paid to a May Heart. Mrs. Heart is now in Connecticut & informs that the money is in the hands of Capt. Beaty at New Brunswick & has drawn an order on him as you will see to pay it. I pray you to let one of your clerks call on Capt.

Beaty with the order & if the money is paid upon it to transmit the money to me or keep it till I can draw for it.” In very good condition, with tape repairs to reverse of fold separations, another tape repair to paper loss along left edge, and scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce signed Underwood and Underwood portrait of the tire magnate 263. Harvey Firestone. American industrialist (1868–1938) who organized the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900. He later became a close associate of Henry Ford and the main supplier of tires for Ford’s automobiles. Uncommon vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.75 Underwood and Underwood photo, signed in black ink, “Harvey S. Firestone, December 20, 1928.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.25 x 16.25. Some scattered light creases, some stray ink spots to background, and an authentication hologram affixed to lower left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 79

264. Father E. J. Flanagan.

TLS signed “E. J. Flanagan,” one page, 8.25 x 11, colorfully illustrated Father Flanagan’s Boys Home letterhead, August 21, 1941. Letter to MGM executive Eddie Mannix. In part: “Boys Town has given some 5,000 self-supporting and selfrespecting citizens to the nation... our work in behalf of homeless, destitute boys is really worthwhile.

What proportion of these boys would have gone into the army of crime I can not say….Mr. Mannix, it gives me a great deal of pleasure to enclose your Honorary Citizens Card.” Mannix has initialed a note in pencil to the upper right, “Acknowledge with thanks.” In very good condition, with light scattered creases and a moderate block of toning to the left side. Accompanied by the card referenced in the letter.RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

267. Francis I. Founder of Habsburg-Lorraine dynasty and Holy

Roman Emperor from 1745 until his death (1708–1765). Partial manuscript DS, in Latin, one page both sides, 8.5 x 4, no date. Untranslated partial document in Latin. Affixed by left border to a larger sheet. In fine condition, with some foxing to top and a pencil notation to lower border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

265. Cardinal de Fleury.

French cardinal who served as the chief minister of Louis XV (1653–1743). LS in French, signed “Le Card. de Fleury,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.5, February 9, 1729. Untranslated letter in French. Central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and some trivial foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

268. Frederick the Great. King of Prussia (1712–1786) from

1740 until his death. His political prowess and enlightened attitudes toward religion, learning, and the humanities earned him the sobriquet ‘Frederick the Great.’ LS in French, signed “Federic,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, April 19, 1784. Untranslated letter in French regarding “General Major Compte de Gaertz.” Central vertical and horizontal folds and light scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Henry and Edsel Ford congratulate a dealer for moving 100 cars in a month 266. Henry and Edsel Ford. Uncommon TLS, one page, 6 x 8, Ford Motor Company letterhead, August 1, 1939. Letter congratulating dealer Floyd Ostrom for reaching an impressive goal. In full: “We take this means of extending our congratulations to you as one of the dealers who delivered 100 or more new units during the month of May 1939. We want you to know that we appreciate fully the extra effort put forth by you and your organization to achieve this distinction. We are indeed proud to have representation of this kind.” Letter is in a 8.25 x 10.5 leather display frame, with a portrait of the Fords on the opposite side. Leather display is in turn suedematted and framed to an overall size of 32 x 25. Ostrom’s 1938 Los Angeles Police Department press pass is taped to the top right of the frame. In very good condition, with uniform toning, scattered light foxing and a crease to left edge. Just the third item signed by both Fords we have offered, this one with exceedingly desirable automotive content. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 80 | March 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

Exceedingly rare letter from the father of psychoanalysis to one of his last patients, a pioneer in American neurology 269. Sigmund Freud. ALS

in German, signed “Freud,” on a 5 x 3.5 personal card, January 3, 1932. Letter to Professor Roy Grinker of the University of Chicago. In full (translated): “If the level of Chicago University and its Press are to be judged by this example!! But let’s hope that would be an injustice.” In fine condition, with some light mounting remnants on reverse.

Serving as a neurology professor at Northwestern University, Roy Richard Grinker, Sr. sought to expand his studies into a broader interdisciplinary approach. In 1932, shortly before publishing his first major book, he received a Rockefeller fellowship to travel to Vienna and become a patient of the legendary Sigmund Freud. Despite the 50-year age gap and Freud’s declining health, the two got on quite well and Freud conducted months of analysis on the young doctor. When Glinker returned to America he joined the new psychiatry department at the University of Chicago and began to devote a portion of his research time to psychosomatic medicine. He quickly became a leader in the emerging field, using his experiences with Freud’s analysis to enhance his neurological studies. He later founded the Institute of Psychosomatic and Psychiatric Research and Training at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, where he remained until 1989. A boldly penned letter tying Freud to one of his last patients, an ambitious young man who put Freud’s practices to work, greatly influencing the shape of American neurology. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

271. William Gladstone. ALS signed “W.

Gladstone,” one page on a postcard, 3 x 4.75, postmarked January 3, 1880.

Letter to a reverend. In part: “Let me thank you…Dr. P. for your very kind note.”

Reverse is addressed in Gladstone’s hand. In very good to fine condition, with light scattered soiling, a postmark stamp slightly affecting the signature, and mounting remnants to reverse lower border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

272. Charles Goodyear. American inventor (1800–1860) whose development of the vulcanization process revolutionized the rubber industry . Choice bank check, 6.5 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Goodyear, “Chas. Goodyear,” payable to Fanny Goodyear or order for $100, June 4, 1860. In fine condition, with expected cancellation cuts. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare legal document signed by attorney Guiteau, shortly before entering a downward spiral that ended with the assassination of President Garfield 273. Charles Guiteau. American lawyer (1841–1882) who, frustrated in his attempt to secure an ambassadorship, assassinated President James Garfield in 1881. Notarized ADS, signed “Charles J. Guiteau,” and signed additionally in the text and again on the docketing panel, one lightly-lined page, 8 x 7, June 12, 1874. Legal document, headed at the top, “City and/County of New York,” reads, in part: “Charles J. Guiteau…that his plffs atty herein and that the allegations contained in the…Counterclaim herein are true of his own knowledge except as to the matter therein stated upon information and belief and as to the matter …as he has been so informed by said plffs and also by mail defend as to what is the reason…is not made by one of the plffs.” Lower left bears an endorsement and signature of notary William Sinclair. Reverse bears a docketing panel in a unknown hand which states “NY Supreme Court, Andrew Gluck and James K. Spratt ‘Copy’ Reply to answer and counterclaim…

Red’d June 15th, 1874,” and is signed at the bottom, “Charles J. Guiteau Plffs Atty.” Small separation to one horizontal fold, paper loss to lower right corner, affecting nothing, and some light show-through from docketing on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Unable to hold a job and struggling financially, Charles Guiteau moved from Illinois to New York and back again multiple times during the 1860s and 70s. After failing in his attempt at running a small legal firm in Chicago, angering clients with his outrageous fees and mediocre service, he and his wife moved to New York in 1874. Hoping to secure a job in the newspaper business but finding no open positions upon his arrival, he unhappily returned to law; this document, signed as a plaintiff’s attorney, marks one of his last legitimate positions. When his wife divorced him that same year, Guiteau grew increasingly despondent and erratic, shifting his focus from law to religion to politics, eventually deciding that he should receive an appointment in Washington, DC. When that appointment never came, the disgruntled office-seeker set out to assassinate newly elected President Garfield, firing the fatal shot in July of 1881. An interesting document from the tumultuous final years of a man in decline. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

274. Asa Gray. The most impor-

tant American botanist of the 19th century (1810–1888). Short ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Botanic Garden of Harvard University letterhead, February 2, 1881. Brief letter to Edward Bok. In full: “It gives me pleasure to accede to your request.

I remain truly yours.” A clipped signature is affixed to the bottom of the page along with a small news clipping. In fine condition, with a couple corner creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

276. William Hamilton. British ambassador

to the Kingdom of Naples, antiquarian, archaeologist, and vulcanologist who studied Mount Vesuvius (1731–1803). ALS signed “Wm. Hamilton,” one page, 7 x 4.5, Naples, December 3, 1796. Letter regarding finances. In part: “Please to pay…the sum of Three Hundred Ducats for my private use and place the the same to my account.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and a few mild creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The namesake of Big Ben 275. Benjamin Hall. British civil engineer and politician (1802–1867) thought to be the

namesake of London’s famous clock tower, Big Ben. Clipped free frank address panel, 4 x 2.25, filled out and signed in the lower left by Hall, “B. Hall,” and dated London, March 18, 1834. In fine condition, with subtle scattered soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 82 | March 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

Exceptional example of the Massachusetts patriot 277. John Hancock. Bold ink signature and sentiment, “Your very hum Sevt, John Hancock,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.5 slip clipped from a larger letter and affixed to a 7.5 x 3.5 off-white sheet. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, both lightly passing through signature, clipped corner tips, and scattered toning. The faults do not detract from the overall appearance of this particularly large signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Hancock appoints a militia captain during the Continental Army’s 1781 reorganization 278. John Hancock. Revolutionary War-dated partly-printed DS, one page, 11.75 x

11, July 1, 1781. Hancock appoints James Shaw as “Captain of the Eleventh Company in the Fourth Regiment of Militia in the County of Plymouth whereof Gen’l Nelson Esq’r is Colonel.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Hancock as governor of Massachusetts.

Beautifully double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait and nameplate to an overall size of 22.5 x 27. In very good condition, with intersecting folds with slight separations, a couple vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature, light scattered creases, toning, and soiling, and trimmed edges. In October 1780, the Continental Congress, in consultation with General Washington, passed resolutions providing for what would be the last reorganization of the Continental Army—the regimental quota for Massachusetts was reduced from 15 to 10, and all officers had to be commissioned anew. This appointment is likely a byproduct of this major realignment. Oversized. The signature on this document is spectacularly bold, easily rating a 9 out of 10. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Hancock appointment for “an Elector of the President & Vice President of the United States,” who went on to reelect Washington in 1792 279. John Hancock. Manuscript DS, one page, 7.5 x 9, November 17, 1792. Hancock appoints Azor Orne as “an Elector of the President & Vice President of the United States.” Signed on the left side by Hancock as governor of Massachusetts and countersigned by Under Secretary John Avery. Paper seal affixed to the upper right is mostly intact and heavily soiled. Intersecting folds (some with trivial separations), overall soiling and central dampstaining, and trimmed edges slightly affecting the beginning of the signature, otherwise very good condition. As an elector, Orne voted on the behalf of Massachusetts to elect George Washington to his second presidential term. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

280. Learned Hand. Influential American jurist (1872–1961) best known for his opinions on contract law, economics, and the First Amendment. TLS, one page, 5.75 x 6.75, personal judge’s chambers letterhead, April 7, 1954. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “Thank you indeed for sending me a copy of your book of verses. I had no idea that you added to your other attainments that of a poet, and I have been amused already by a glance at your success.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

281. Henry I, Duke of Guise.

Duke of Guise known as ‘Le Balafré,’ which translates to ‘Scarface’ (1550–1588) who was assassinated on order of Henry III and his mother Catherine de Medici.

Manuscript LS, signed “Henry de Lorraine,” one page, 8.75 x 14, December 12, 1576. Untranslated letter with five lines of postscript to Monsiuer de Trignan, written by the Duke in Blois, promising to urge the king to reply to resolve matters and protest the warmth of his friendship. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one horizontal fold passing through top of signature), some separations repaired with tape to reverse, and scattered toning and soiling.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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282. J. Edgar Hoover. TLS, one page, 7 x 9.25, Federal Bureau of Investigation letterhead, January 10, 1941. Letter to a John J. Wells of Memphis. In part: “I have learned of your recent marriage and I want to take this occasion to offer through you to Mrs. Wells my very best wishes and to you my congratulations.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“It may be sold on the so-called black market” 283. J. Edgar Hoover. TLS

signed “J. E. Hoover,” one page, 8 x 10.25, Federal Bureau of Investigation letterhead, August 24, 1951. Letter to Mrs. A. E. Mims of Arkansas. In part: “I note in your letter information indicating that a person known to you is apparently involved in securing streptomycin and aureomycin for transmission to Germany where it may be sold on the so-called black market.”

Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), overall creases and toning, and moderate scattered tack holes and small tears, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

284. J. Edgar Hoover.

Vintage matte-finish 9 x 11.5 portrait, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Joseph Liga, Sincerely, J. Edgar Hoover, 5/20/37.” Also included is a TLS, one page, 7 x 9.25, FBI letterhead, May 20, 1937, transmitting the signed photo. In overall fine condition, with light silvering to dark areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

285. J. Edgar Hoover. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, FBI letterhead, May 27, 1958. Harsh letter to an FBI employee. In part: “You incorrectly routed an incoming letter to another division although the communication in question had not been acknowledged…There was no excuse for your carelessness on this occasion. Hereafter you must exercise greater thoroughness and more careful attention to detail in the performance of your duties so that you will not again be chargeable with such a mistake.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

287. Thomas H . H u x l e y.

English biologist (1825-1895) known as ‘Darwin’s Bulldog’ for his advocacy of Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. ALS signed “T. H. Huxley,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, March 31, 1887.

Letter to author and editor Edward Bok a few weeks after Henry Ward Beecher’s death. In part: “I know nothing of the late Revd. H. W. Beecher or his works—beyond the general rumour…as a popular preacher. It is therefore impossible that I should furnish you with my opinion respecting Mr. Beecher’s character or public service.” Some light toning and missing lower right corner tip, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Military appointment from the future first chief justice

286. Mark Hopkins.

Inspired teacher and lecturer (1802–1887), the author of many books on morality and religion. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, January 8, 1886.

Letter to an unidentified gentleman declining a request. In part: “It is not pleasant to say no, to a request thus urged, but I am daily occupied in college work here that taxes my time and strength, and at my age I do not feel that I can do much incidental work of the kind you call for.” In fine condition, with a bit of light edge toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

288. John Jay. American statesman (1745–1829) who served vari-

ously as President of the Continental Congress, diplomat, and, from 1789 to 1795, first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Partly-printed DS, one page, 15.25 x 9.5, September 3, 1798. Jay appoints Isaac Hall a “Lieutenant of a Company of Light Infantry in the Regiment of Militia in the County of Onondaga whereof Hezekiah Olcott Esquire is Lieutenant-Colonel Commandant.” Signed at the conclusion by Jay and countersigned by Secretary Daniel Hale. Cloth-matted and framed with a color portrait of Jay and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 32.75 x 24. In fine, clean condition, with several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a mild circle of toning to top right from mirroring of seal. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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289. William S. Johnson.

American statesman (1727–1819) who played a key role in the debates at the Constitutional Convention. Scarce manuscript DS, signed “Wm. Saml. Johnson,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 4, May 16, 1791. Pay order sent to Ralph Pomeroy reads, “Please to pay to Robert C. Johnson the Balance due to to [sic] me from the State of Connecticut & oblige.” Signed at the conclusion by Johnson. Reverse bears a manuscript receipt for the money received by Robert Johnson. Intersecting folds, some scattered light toning and soiling, and pencil notations to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Document is housed in a red half morocco and cloth clamshell case. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

290. Joseph I. Holy

Roman Emperor from 1705 until his death (1678–1711). Partial manuscript DS, in Latin, one page, 8.5 x 9, no date. Untranslated partial document in Latin. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and heavy foxing to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

291. Joseph P. Kennedy. ALS signed “J.

P. K.,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Antibes, France, August 26, 1959. Letter to his secretary, Barbara Scannell. In part: “As to this suggestion of presenting an award to Mrs. Kennedy from the Trinity College Alumnae of New York on October 24, I suggest you call Cardinal Spellman’s secretary and ask him if this is worth while for Mrs. Kennedy to accept.

If it is, just accept it and she will be there.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall creases, and a small tear to the lower border. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 86 | March 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

“It shall be easier for those who are afflicted like myself to triumph over limitations” 292. Helen K e l l e r. T L S

signed in pencil, “Helen Keller,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 6.5, September 20, [no year]. Letter to “Mrs. Coates.” In part: “It is my one ambition to live in such a way that it shall be easier for those who are afflicted like myself to triumph over limitations and receive and impart happiness to others. The picture in the book you mention was taken by Marshall…If you prefer the earlier picture of Miss Sullivan and me, you may be able to obtain it from Falk Brothers in New York City…After you get the picture, I shall be glad to write my name on it for you.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

RFK notated speech regarding Cuban refugees after the tense missile crisis 293. Robert F. Kennedy. Press release

headed, “Testimony of Senator Robert F. Kennedy Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Refugees and Escapees,” 8.5 x 14, 4 pages, dated April 13, 1966. Speech has been corrected and notated by Kennedy, including 13 words in his hand and several cross-outs, and signed at the bottom of the first page by Kennedy.

Release reads, in part: “The great contributions which refugees from the Castro dictatorship have made and are making in the United States…the task of giving the Cuban exiles a full place in American society…Cuban refugees have more than justified the humanitarian premise of our country’s policy…

Cuban refugees have constituted a significant addition to the human capital of our country.” In fine condition. A superlative example demonstrating Kennedy’s ongoing commitment to the welfare of the Cuban people. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

RFK thanks the widower of Marion Davies for his “support of what we are trying to accomplish in the field of civil rights”

“Our family is enormously grateful and I know Jack’s and Bob’s children will always be”

294. Robert F. Kennedy. TLS signed “Bob

Kennedy,” one page, 7 x 9, Attorney General letterhead, June 14, 1963.

Letter to actress Marion Davies’ widower, Captain Horace Brown. In full: “Many thanks for your letter of last month. I appreciate your writing and particularly, your support of what we are trying to accomplish in the field of civil rights.” In fine condition, with a trivial stain to top left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Eunice seems to be in a much more receptive frame of mind and I think is improving steadily but slowly”

297. Ted Kennedy. Scarce ALS signed “Ted,” two pages, 6 x 8,

United States Senate letterhead, no date, but notated in pencil “7/76,”

by Robert McNamara. Letter to John Kennedy’s secretary of defense.

In full: “What a friend you are to be willing to help the family by serving as a trustee to the family trusts. I suppose I shouldn’t be surprized [sic] that you would be willing to help because there has never been a time when any of us have asked your counsel and you haven’t responded. But I marvel at your willingness to share your extraordinary gifts with us time and time again. Our family is enormously grateful and I know Jack’s and Bob’s children will always be.” In very fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

298. John Maynard Keynes.

295. Rose Kennedy. TLS, two pages, 5.5 x 7.75, personal let-

terhead, November 15, 1941. Letter to Dr. Sara Jordan, renowned gastroenterologist and one of the Lahey Clinic’s four founding physicians. In part: “I have definitely given up reading to any great extent and confine myself to the radio for news…I have had two or three bad stomach upsets but they were due mostly to eating something that was off my diet…I had a Chef’s salad at the Waldorf one night which gave me such bad cramps that I fainted dead away. I suppose most anything might be in a Chef’s salad. Eunice seems to be in a much more receptive frame of mind and I think is improving steadily but slowly.” Both pages are double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Kennedy to an overall size of 26.25 x 14.25. In fine condition, with a punch hole to top edge of both pages and pencil notation to top of first page. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Highly influential British economist (1883–1946) who was the chief British representative at the 1944 Bretton Woods conference that established the International Monetary Fund.

TLS signed “J. M. Keynes,” one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, July 29, 1931. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “Friday is my last day in London, but I should certainly like to fit in a short talk with you if we can manage it.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1814 promissory note from the composer of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ 299. Francis Scott Key. Manuscript DS, signed “F. S. Key,” one page both sides, 8 x 3, June 8, 1814. Promissory note reads, in full: “Three months after date I promise to pay Francis S Key Esq or order two hundred forty dollars and fifty-four cents value received.” Signed at the conclusion by James S. Morsell, and signed on the reverse, “F. S. Key.” Two other dates on the reverse read, “Sep 8 1814,” and “Sept 12,” indicating the debt was paid. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, with a horizontal fold lightly passing through signature, several ink cancellations to front, with one slightly showing through under signature, and scattered toning. After securing the release of Dr. William Beanes on September 7, Key and John Stuart Skinner were detained by the British after hearing about the British plans to attack Baltimore in a few days. On September 13, the British began a twenty-five hour bombardment of Baltimore’s Fort McHenry, and Key witnessed it from the warship. The following day, Key saw a giant American flag still waving over the American fort and was inspired to write his famous poem on the back of a letter he was carrying. Key was released on September 16th, and his composition, originally entitled ‘The Defence of Fort McHenry,’ was published the next month. Most likely, Key signed this promissory note within days of his release by the British. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Key recommends “an injunction” to prevent a Maryland man’s legally owned slave to be taken away 300. Francis Scott Key. ALS, signed “F. S.

Key,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 12.5, January 24, 1825. Letter to James Stabler. In full: “I remember the old man mentioned in your letter & his story– He is in no danger from any legal measures that may be resorted to to take the child away from him: & he did not inform me that there was any cause to apprehend that they would resort to force or stealth—though I can easily believe that those who would wish to take her away would not be scrupulous about the means. The paper & the proof he has, are quite sufficient there was no necessity for a more formal paper, nor that it should be recorded—The only difficulty was as to his wife’s being the purchaser—But this I think of no consequence, as she would be considered as his agent, & as making the purchase for him: & as he has been in possession of the child so long, they could not recover her from him by a suit—the Statute of limitations would of it self be a bar to their claim. But his only danger is the one you suggest—that they would steal the child away or get possession of her by force. To prevent this, I would recommend that a Bill be filed, setting out the facts, & praying to have his title confirmed, & an injunction granted to prevent the party or his agent from any attempt to take her from his possession. Judge Kilgour would, I am sure, grant such an injunction immediately. If our Court was not sitting I would draw the Bill for him: but I could not do it conveniently for some time, & I am sure that Mr. Forrest or one of the Gentlemen at the Court house would do it for him—If however he cannot get it done otherwise I will do it.” Reverse of second integral page is addressed in Key’s hand to “Mr. Jas. P. Stabler, P.M., Sandy Spring, Mont.

Co. Maryland.” Small separations along intersecting folds and hinge, chipping to edges, scattered toning and dampstaining, and paper loss to second integral page, otherwise very good condition. An interesting letter regarding the delicate topic of slavery, with Key exhibiting astute legal acumen. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 88 | March 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

301. King Alfonso XIII. King

of Spain from 1886 until 1931, who was proclaimed king at birth and assumed leadership at just 16 years old (1886–1941). Manuscript DS, in Spanish, signed “Alfonso,” one page, 9.5 x 13.5, June 16, 1902. Untranslated letter of state to the president of Bolivia, regarding the Spanish ambassador, Francisco de Argandona.

Central vertical and horizontal folds (horizontal fold with slight separation to right edge), scattered creases, and trivial binding holes to left border, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

302. King Edward VII. ALS signed “Albert Edward,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, Marlborough House letterhead, February 21, 1875. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “Will you kindly let me know if Saturday or Sunday at 3 o’clock would suit you to call him?” Scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

304. King George III. Partly-printed vellum

DS, signed “George R,” one page, 12.75 x 8.75, May 24, 1762. King George appoints Benjamin Stuart to be “Ensign to that Company…Our Sixty First Regiment of Foot, commanded by by Our Trusty & Wellbeloved Colonel George Gray.” Partial seal and ribbon remnants remain affixed to left side.

Intersecting folds and areas of moderately heavy soiling, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

305. King George III. DS, signed “George R.,” one page, 10.5 x 18, no date. Document entitled “Establishment and Regulation of Allowances,” listing pay for troops, including the “Captain,” “Paymaster,” “Surgeon,” “Serjeant Major,” and “Quarter Master Serjeant.”

Signed in the upper left by King George. Also signed at the conclusion by the Earl of Mornington, father of the Duke of Wellington.

Slight separations to storage folds, light toning and small tears to edges, and a pencil notation to bottom, otherwise fine condition.

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

303. King George III. ALS

signed “G. R.,” one page, 3.25 x 7.25, August 2, 1800. King George writes regarding the arrival of a prince. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

306. King Philip II. King of Spain (born 1527) from 1556 until his

death in 1598; his eventful reign included Spain’s conquest of the Philippines (named for him), the establishment of a colony in Florida, and the historic defeat of the Spanish Armada by the British in 1588.

Manuscript DS, in Spanish, signed “Yo El Rey,” one page, 12 x 8.5, October 7, 1588. Untranslated document in Spanish. Moderate to heavy overall dampstaining, not affecting the bold signature, and small chips and tears to edges, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Louis is forced to make a payment to a finance officer due to “robbers and criminals…who have taken several people from there prisoner and have laid waste several villages” 307. King Louis XI. King of France (born in 1423) who reigned from 1461 to

1483. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 12.75 x 8.5, September 14, 1478. Decree to the finance officers in the land of Burgandy. In part (translated): “In consideration that by the reasons of the present wars and divisions, the office of tabellion of the castle…since the said submission and previously—been of very little profit and [since he] has not been able and is not able to collect the monies which are due him from the said office…because of the wars which have reigned heretofore in the lands of Burgandy and the robbers and criminals who take shelter in the neighborhood of said castle—ward who have taken several people from there prisoner and have laid waste several villages…discharge and remit the sum of thirty francs.” In good condition, with intersecting folds, several passing through signature, scattered toning and soiling, an old repair to a partial separation on reverse, a few small areas of paper loss, a couple pencil notations, and some light staining slightly affecting portion of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

308. King Louis XIV.

Important LS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 6.5 x 8.5, June 7, 1707. A historic letter to Hungarian national hero and ruler of Transylvania Prince Ferenc II Rakoczi, occasional ally of Louis XIV who he would abandon the following month, after Rakoczi tried to depose the House of Hapsburg from the Hungarian throne. In full (translated): “Although I cannot doubt of your feelings on my behalf after the signs that I have received with great pleasure and the new assurances that you give me of these feelings in the letter you wrote me on April 9th concerning the happy birth of the Duke of Brittany my great-grandson; and as I am intimately persuaded of the sincerity of the expressions you use to display your joy from so considerable an event, you should know also that, interested as I am in your welfare, I have been particularly pleased to learn that your authority has been recognized in Transylvania and that I will always give you with pleasure signs of my protection and of the particular esteem in which I hold you. This being said, I pray God that He keep you, my cousin, in His holy and Worthy guardianship.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, vertical filing cuts to left edge, and a couple of spots near signature. The Duke of Brittany was Louis XIV’s heir until he died of smallpox in 1712 at the age of five. Louis XIV was eventually succeeded three years later by his younger great-grandson Louis XV. Letters of Louis XIV that go beyond mere formalities and express such a strong view on an important foreign policy matter are rare. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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309. King Philip IV. King of Spain (born in 1605) who reigned between 1621 and 1665. Manuscript DS, in Spanish, signed “Yo el Ray (I the King),” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, November 30, 1627. Untranslated document nicely signed at the conclusion by the King. Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel and a crisp paper and wax seal. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, some light wrinkling and creasing, and some slight surface loss to top of seal, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 310. Martin Klaproth. Important

German chemist (1743–1817).

Third-person ALS in French, signed “Le Prof: Klaproth,” one page, 3.75 x 2.75, November 13, 1800. Letter to famous chemist Guyton-Morveau, signed within the text, and translated in full: “Professor Klaproth sends Mr. Guyton-Morveau the assurance of his feelings of esteem and devotion through the bearer, Doctor Friedlander, ‘solar amateur’ of Natural History. He is also persuaded that Mr. Guyton-Morveau will be willing to render the services that may contribute to expand the knowledge of this travelling scientist. Berlin, November 13rd 1800.”

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

Crisp signature from the year of his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech

311. Martin Luther King, Jr. Highly desirable vintage ballpoint signature, “Best wishes, Martin Luther King, Jr.,” on an off-white 5.75 x 7.75 sheet. Matted and framed to an overall size of 10.5 x 12.25. Intersecting folds passing through the signature and overall creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original collector, who notes that he obtained this in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1963. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce letter from the Polish national hero 312. Thaddeus Kosciuszko. Supreme Commander

of the National Armed force of Poland (1746-1817) he led the 1794 Kosciuszko Uprising against Imperial Russia and the Kingdom of Prussia as Supreme Commander of the National Armed Force. Rare third-person ALS in French, signed in the text “Le General Kosciuszko,” one page, 7 x 3.5, no date. In full (translated): “General Kosciuszko is extremely sensitive to Lord Carnarvon’s kindness for having approached Lord S.E.…Duke of Portland on his behalf. He is asking him to please accept his most profound gratitude and esteem.” Central vertical fold, circular toning to corner tips from mounting remnants on reverse, a few creases, and a small tear and area of paper loss to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Dian Fossey will continue her gorilla studies...Jane Van Lawick Goodall, of course, is still working on her chimpanzee projects” 313. Louis Leakey. British archaeologist whose work was im-

portant in establishing human evolutionary development in Africa (1903–1972). Two letters: one TLS signed “L. S. B. Leakey,” one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, February 11, 1967, regarding signing a copy of his book White African; and one TLS signed “L. S. B. Leakey,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, L. S. B. Leakey Foundation letterhead, December 25, 1968. In part: “I was able to describe an important new fossil lower jaw of Kenyapithecus africanus in the scientific paper Nature.

I also was able to publish an exciting discovery from Fort Ternan.

This consisted of a lump of lava which was used by Kenyapithecus wickeri to break open bones in Upper Miocene times…Dian Fossey will continue her gorilla studies; she is already in very close contact with one group and getting magnificent results. We hope to have a new girl, Kathy Simpson, doing work on Braza monkeys next year.

Jane Van Lawick Goodall, of course, is still working on her chimpanzee projects.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 91

314. Joseph Lister. British

surgeon (1827– 1912) who pioneered the practice of sterile surgery, one of the most important medical advances of the day. ALS signed “Lister,” one page, 3.25 x 5.5, personal letterhead, May 25, 1898. Letter to Henry Lucas. In full: “I thank you for your letter. I know of nothing to prevent my attending the interesting ceremonial on June 21st.” Matted and framed with a seated portrait of Lister and the original mailing envelope panel, addressed in Lister’s hand, to an overall size of 15 x 15.25. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

315. Oliver Lodge. Brit-

ish physicist and exponent of psychic research ( 1 8 5 1 – 1940). In addition to many scientific works, he wrote several books promoting his belief in the possibility of communicating with the dead. ALS, one page both sides, 6.75 x 8.75, personal letterhead, July 23, 1904. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I believe that there are a great number of people who will welcome an effort to clear away certain accretions and superstitions which have grown up round the beautiful building of Religion. Doubtless we shall be accused of attacking the fabric itself, but that is a misapprehension.”

Central vertical and horizontal folds, some creasing to right side, and a small area of dampstaining to right border, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Marie Antoinette authorizes a 1783 payment for “the upkeep and nourishment of several of our officers” 316. Marie Antoinette. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “Payez, Marie Antoinette,” one page, 9.5 x 14.25, April 1, 1783. Document addressed to the Administrator of the Royal Treasury responsible for the expenditure of the household, M. Marc Antoine Francis de la Tour, Treasurer General at the House of Finances. In full (translated): “Treasurer General of our House and Finances, Master Marc Antoine François Marie Randon de la Tour, we desire and order you that of the money which is appropriated by the state, decreed for the upkeep and nourishment of several of our officers during the present year, you pay in cash to the coachmen of our courier serving by commission the sum of five hundred forty-seven pounds ten sols that we have accorded to them to serve as wages and food allowance during the quarter of January, February and March last, and you bringing back the present letter with a receipt certain and sufficient, the said sum of five hundred forty-seven pounds ten sols will be passed and allocated as expense on your accounts by our dear and beloved personnel of the Accounts of the King, our beloved Lord and spouse in Paris, which we pray and nevertheless order to do this without difficulty. Made at Versailles the first of April one thousand seven hundred eighty-three.” Signed at the conclusion by Antoinette, also bearing Marie’s secretarial proxy signature

by Beauregard. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, and Antoinette’s signature underlined in red, as well as a couple other passages in the text. The Queen was well-known for indulging her family and those within her household, taking personal interest in their happiness. Items from the reign of the Queen, especially detailing her extravagant spending, are highly sought after by collectors.Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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320.

Mayo Brothers. Vin-

317. Marie Therese. Queen consort of France as wife of Louis

XIV, she was born at the Escorial as the daughter of Philip IV of Spain and Elisabeth of France (1638–1683). Vellum manuscript DS, in French, one page, 18.5 x 8, April 24, 1680. Untranslated document in which the Queen promotes Guillaume Bignon to the new position of master pastry chef. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, moderate overall creases, and two cuts to the lower right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare Cuban revolutionary signature

318. Jose Marti. Cuban revolutionary leader and poet (1853–1895) who was killed while fighting for Cuban independence from Spain.

Uncommon ink signature, “Jose Marti,” on an off-white slip. Matted with a portrait of Marti to an overall size of 10.25 x 14.5. In fine condition, with scattered light toning and soiling.

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

(MB $200)

tage matte-finish 6 x 8 photo of William Mayo, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Very truly yours, W. J. Mayo”; and a vintage mattefinish 3.75 x 5.75 photo of Charles M a y o , a ff i x e d to a 4.75 x 7.5 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Yours truly, C. H. Mayo.” Both photos are matted and framed together with a biographical plaque to an overall size of 18 x 18.75. In fine condition, with some slight silvering to edges of William’s photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“This country is not yet ready to place the cops and confeds in charge of the govt”

319. Mary of Teck.

Wife of King George V (1867–1953). Vintage matte-finish 5.75 x 7.75 photo of Mary in pearls and an elegant gown

by Hay Wrightson, affixed to its original 7 x 10.25 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Mary R 1932.” Doublematted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 16.5. Light silvering to background, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

321. Joseph Medill. Newspaper editor and publisher (1823–1899) who was co-owner and managing editor of the Chicago Tribune. ALS signed “J. Medill,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, Chicago Tribune letterhead, July 22, 1864. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I must decline accepting your kind invitation…I am not a public speaker. Long disuse has left me without the power of satisfactory extempore delivery…I think B[laine] & L[ogan] will be elected—C[leveland] & H[endricks] are no good. They are bad eggs, both of ’em. This country is not yet ready to place the cops and confeds in charge of the govt & Union which they so desperately strove to destroy.” In very good condition, with light scattered soiling, mounting remnants to left border of reverse, and a few pencil office notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Revealing unpublished McNamara memo about speculation of Jackie pressuring Bobby to run for Vice President and her “very bitter” feelings towards LBJ 322. Robert McNamara and Jacqueline Kennedy. Private typed memo,

signed in type, “Robert S. McNamara,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Secretary of Defense letterhead, August 3, 1964, and headed at the top, “Eyes Only, Memorandum For The Record.” Memo reads, in part: “On Friday the President stated he believed that Jackie had been pressuring Bobby to run for the Vice Presidency. The President had been told by one or more individuals that Jackie had repeatedly stated to Bobby he must run for the Vice Presidency and that it was her insistence, rather than any desire of his own, that was moving him toward that objective. The President further said that he felt, and had been told, that Jackie was very bitter toward him. I replied that I was certain he was wrong on both counts; that I had had frequent conversations with her.”; and a hand-addressed and free franked mailing envelope, 5.25 x 3.75, filled out by Jacqueline Kennedy to “Mrs. Robert S. McNamara, 2412 Tracy place N.W., Washington, D. C.,” and franked along the top, “Jacqueline Kennedy.” In fine condition, with some light wrinkles to memo. Just days before issuing this memo, Johnson announced that he would not recommend as a running mate any member of his cabinet. A highly insightful and revealing offering as McNamara attempts to keep the peace between the Kennedys and Johnson. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

McNamara’s Franklin D. Roosevelt Freedom Medal 323. Robert McNamara. Sterling silver Franklin D. Roosevelt Freedom Medal presented to McNamara by the Four Freedoms Foundation, 2-inch diameter, suspended by a blue grosgrain ribbon edged in red and white. Included is a typed manuscript draft of his acceptance speech, entitled “Remarks by Robert S. McNamara Upon Receipt of ‘The Freedom From Want Medal,’ Hyde Park, March 4, 1983,” dated April 19, 8.5 x 11, four pages, bearing numerous pencil notations and corrections in his hand. These are accompanied by the original calligraphic citation signed by two officials of the foundation, Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., and William J. vanden Heuvel, one page, 9 x 12, housed in a gilt-lettered black leather presentation folder lined in navy cloth, as well as an original glossy 10 x 7.5 photo of the presentation ceremony, a program, and a schedule of events. In overall fine condition, with one cloth panel detached from the inner cover of the citation’s presentation folder. Provenance: Sotheby’s, Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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324. Albert A. Michelson. Physicist (1852–1931) who was the first

American scientist to win a Nobel Prize in 1907. ALS signed “A. A. Michelson,” one page, 8.25 x 5.5, University of Chicago Ryerson Physical Laboratory letterhead, February 27, 1903. Letter to an admirer. In full: “I am glad to comply with your request and regret not having been able to attend to it before.” In very good condition, with two vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, uniform toning, and some scattered soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

325. John Kearsley Mitchell. Physician

and scientist (1798– 1858). ALS signed “J. K. Mitchell MD,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, February 4, 1833. Letter to Congressman Joel Sutherland. In part: “Doctor George Mason…is desirous of obtaining a med. commission in the Navy to which without giving yourself much trouble I believe you could promote him. The Dr. remained in the Almshouse during the prevalence of cholera there even to the last, having maintained his post throughout.” Mitchell also pens a brief postscript and reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a couple tape repairs to small separations on reverse, some mild toning, and paper loss to second page, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

326. Moses Montefiore. One of the most famous British Jews of the 19th century (1784–1885), Montefiore was a financier, banker, philanthropist, and Sheriff of London. Mailing envelope, 5.75 x 4, addressed in a secretary’s hand, in German, to Rabbi Dr. Adolf Kurrein in Linz, Austria, and signed in the lower left corner “Moses Montefiore.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and wrinkles, mild toning, and light surface loss to top right corner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Morse’s boldly penned response to an autograph request 327. Samuel F. B. Morse. Bold ALS signed

“Sam’l F. B. Morse,” one page, 4.75 x 7.25, Locust Grove, August 30, 1837.

Letter to Mrs. Charles E. Willis. In part: “In complying with your request for my autograph, I cannot give it without saying how much gratified Mrs. Morse and myself have been with your visit.”

In fine condition, with a couple trivial creases.

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

(MB $200)

328. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Two un-

translated official documents in Italian, 9.75 x 14.25, 1924 and 1927, each signed at the conclusion “Mussolini” and “Vittorio Emanuele.” In very good condition, with uniform toning, folds to one document, and official stamps and notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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Prayer medal from Mother Teresa 329. Mother Te r e s a . T L S

signed “God bless you, M. Teresa mc,” one page on the reverse of a prayer slip, 5.25 x 8.5, January 30, 1992. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Together let us thank God for all His tender love and care. He has been so good to me. The care I received while in the hospital has been something great and beautiful. I am so spoiled.

Now that I have left the hospital and am feeling much better, I ask you to pray much for China. We have been invited to bring Jesus to the people there who are hungering for God.” Affixed to the upper right is a prayer medal originally included with the letter. In fine condition, with staple impressions to the upper left. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“In an affair of such importance how could there be any hesitation between a saving of a few hundred Francs and the service of the Army?”

331. Napoleon. LS

in French, signed “Nap,” one page, 7 x 9, Viazma, November 2, 1812. Letter to Clarke, his Minister of War. In full (translated): “ Yo u a n nounced the departure of only 200 mills to me. I asked you for 500.

How come the 300 others didn’t leave? Have them sent by post as promptly as possible.

In an affair of such importance how could there be any hesitation between a saving of a few hundred Francs and the service of the Army? This time lost is quite deplorable.” A note attached by a pin at lower left reads, “Copy transmitted to Mr. Becaus Nov. 16.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, with the vertical fold passing though small portion of first name of signature. The next day, Napoleon lost the battle of Viazma, the last great battle of the Russian campaign. The Grande Army’s defeat was no doubt due in part to a shortage of mills for grinding gunpodwer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

332. Jacques Necker. French

330. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Manuscript

DS, in Italian, one page, 9.5 x 14.5, November 7, 1935. Untranslated official document, signed at the conclusion “Mussolini” and “Vittorio Emanuele.” Attractively cloth-matted and framed with a photo of Mussolini to an overall size of 26 x 22.5. In fine condition, with light toning to borders and expected office stamps and notations. Oversized.

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statesman of Swiss birth (1732–1804) and finance minister of Louis XVI, a post he held in the lead-up to the French Revolution in 1789. Untranslated LS in French, signed “Necker,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.5, April 6, 1778. Untranslated letter in French, written at the height of his influence. In fine condition, with a couple stray ink marks to the left border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Napoleon hammers his son on troop counts of the Hussars and Riflemen 333. Napoleon.

LS in French, signed “Nap,” one page, 6.75 x 7.5, March 25, 1807.

Letter to his son.

In full (translated): “I am in receipt of your letter of the 11th of March and the report on the state of conditions of the 15th of February. How is it that the 16th of the line still has only 1,605 men in its fighting battalions? Why do the battalions of the 35th have only 1,800 men? How is it that the three battalions of the 9th have only 2,100 men? How is it that the 6th of the Hussars has only 600 men? I ask the same question about 9th of Riflemen. When will these regiments have 1,000 horses?” Suede-matted and framed with two portraits of Napoleon to an overall size of 29.5 x 18.5. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through the top portion of signature. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Napoleon moves ten cannons to the Hotel des Invalides

335. Eliot Ness. At the age of 26, Ness was chosen to head a spe-

334. Napoleon. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “Napole,” one page, 7.25 x 9, February 11, 1808. Document issued to General Clarke, his Minister of War. In full (translated): “Issue orders to have sent to the Hotel des Invalides ten 24 caliber canons, five from the Arsenal of Vienna, five from the Arsenal of Berlin.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

cial Prohibition squad, which came to be known as the Untouchables, which led to the downfall of Al Capone and his successor Frank Nitti, and the capture of John Dillinger. Color greeting card to an unknown recipient, measuring 6.5 x 3.75 opened, with a pre-printed sentiment on the right side. Signed underneath in black ink, “Eliot Ness,” and also signed by several others, including “’The Boss’–Ed,” “The 2nd Boss–MBN,” “Annabelle,” and another who has written “and all your other SP friends who are not here at the moment.” Matted and framed with a photo of Ness to an overall size of 18 x 12.25. In fine condition, with a light brush to first name of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Science has no country but every scientist must have one and it is to her that he must acknowledge the influence that his work(s) can have on the world”

336. Louis Pasteur. Pio-

neering French microbiologist and chemist (1822–1895) who demonstrated the germ theory of disease and developed the first vaccine against rabies.

AQS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page, 4 x 6.5, Institut Pasteur letterhead, December 27, 1892. Pasteur writes, in full (translated): “Science has no country but every scientist must have one and it is to her [his country] that he must acknowledge the influence that his work(s) can have on the world.” Nicely cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Pasteur to an overall size of 19 x 18.5; the frame back bears the printed label and red wax seal of noted dealer Charles Hamilton. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and a bit of scattered mild foxing.

Pasteur’s quotation oozes with nationalistic pride. Although the great scientist was partially driven by his own thirst for knowledge, he was also inspired by patriotism. In the latter part of the 19th century there existed in Europe a great French-versus-German rivalry that spurred many medical advances of the era. Though he and German physician Robert Koch are today regarded as the fathers of germ theory and bacteriology, they were rivals during their lifetimes. In 1881, after Pasteur met Koch at a meeting in London when the German was giving a lecture on what he had discovered up to that date, all Pasteur had to say was, ‘That is great progress.’ Superlative content and provocative wisdom.

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

Pasteur presents France’s scientific resources to a monarch 337. Louis Pasteur. LS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,”

one page both sides, 8 x 10, Comite de Patronage des Etudiants Etrangers letterhead, February 15, 1894. Letter to an unidentified crowned head. In part (translated): “On behalf of the Foreign Students Patronage Committee, permit me to offer Your Majesty this volume containing a general list of France’s Scientific resources, from the standpoint of Higher Education and Technical Education.

Please accept, Your Majesty, my profoundest respect.” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning, some trivial soiling to edges, and light wrinkles. Pasteur was appointed professor at the Sorbonne in 1867 and remained there until his death in 1895. While there he applied his process of pasteurization to beer and began his investigation into animal diseases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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338. Louis Pasteur. ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one

page, 4 x 5, June 29, 1889. Letter written in the lower left corner of a letter to Pasteur from another gentleman. In full (translated): “My dear René, I do not have Mr. Audin’s address. Have the kindness to add my heartfelt congratulations to yours. I salute through Mr. Audin a new success for microbial studies. No one can bring to them a more firm conviction. Hello and friendship.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Pasteur and a small plaque to an overall size of 15.5 x 14. Intersecting folds, and repaired tears to left corners, one passing through first letter of signature, otherwise fine condition.

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

339. John Penn. The last

governor of colonial Pennsylvania (1729–1795).

Partly-printed DS, one page, 12 x 8, October 28, 1768. Lieutenant Governor Penn grants Alexander Blaine a “License to trade with the Nations or Tribes of Indians, with whom his Majesty is connected, and who live under his protection.” The license stipulated that Blaine was “not to trade or traffick with; or vend, sell, or dispose, of any Goods, Wares or Merchandizes of any Kind whatever, to any Indian or Indians within the Country of any the Indian Nations aforesaid, beyond the Settlements of the Inhabitants, except at Fort Pitt & the Forts or Posts which are already, or shall hereafter by established by his Majesty, and garrisoned by his Troops.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, rough top edge, a few partial fold separations, and some scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

340. Juan Peron. DS, one page,

10.25 x 16.75, December 23, 1947.

Untranslated document in Spanish regarding a promotion, signed at the conclusion by Peron. Scattered creases and foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I never thought successful merchandising was stocks and bonds, or brick and mortar, but men and women”

341. J. C. Penney. Archive consisting of one signed book and 12 TLSs, dated between 1956 and 1970. Signed book: Lines of a Layman.

NY: Channel Press, 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 8.25, 224 pages. Signed on the half-title page in blue ink. In the letters, Penney writes regarding the operations of his company, his autobiography, business trips, speeches, and his desire to live until age 100. One letter, in part: “I never thought successful merchandising was stocks and bonds, or brick and mortar, but men and women...I believe the Penney Company’s success is due to the application of and adherence to the Golden Rule.” Letters in overall fine condition; book in very good condition, with various tears and paper loss to dust jacket, and a cracked front hinge. Accompanied by 31 original press photos of J. C. Penney stores from around the country, all approximately 10 x 8, as well as a few letters from his secretary, a letter from his wife, copies of other letters from Penney, and a telegram announcing his death. A great collection of items related to the department store magnate. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 99

The notorious Pinkerton brothers

342. Samuel Pepys. British civil servant

(1633–1703) best remembered as the author of a nine-year, multivolume diary, one of the essential documents of 17th century British history and literature.

Manuscript DS, signed “Pepys,” one page, 7.75 x 11.5, May 20, 1669.

Document regarding a transaction dealing in “old lead.” In part: “Six hundred weight at Eight shillings…in as for as much as he is so willing to give the same…for a parcell of old lead now in your Custody as was given at yr cmd. at the late sale…we desire you to deliver his…old lead there is in store.”

Intersecting folds, scattered toning to edges, and a bit of scattered light foxing, otherwise fine condition. An uncommon offering boasting a large and bold signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

343. Wendell Phillips. Ameri-

can abolitionist and social reformer (1811–1884). AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 7 sheet, dated August 1873.

Phillips pens an inspirational quote, in full: “Men are divided into two classes—those who go ahead & do something—& those who sit still & ask why it was not done the other way.” Two horizontal folds, and light toning to corners due to adhesive remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

344. Timothy Pickering.

ADS, signed “Timothy Pickering QMG” in the text, one page, 8 x 5, February 26, 1783. Document prepared

by Pickering as a receipt of his payment for “forage rations” to a surgeon in the 6th Massachusetts Regiment. Uniform toning, light scattered soiling, and a ballpoint identification notation to the bottom, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 100 | March 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

345. Robert and William Pinkerton. Two

letters: one TLS signed “Robt. A. Pinkerton,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency letterhead, December 11, 1893. In part: “I have a letter from Chief of Police Willard…requesting that during the present week we send one of our detectives to you in connection with some business you wish us to undertake”; and one TLS signed “Wm. A. Pinkerton,” one page, 8 x 10.25, Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency letterhead, August 8, 1903. In part: “The contents of the bulletins which you mention are furnished by us to the American Bankers’ Association who then print them and furnish them direct to the members of that association.” Intersecting folds and light toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a secretariallysigned manuscript letter, one page both sides, 8 x 10.25, fantastic illustrated Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency letterhead, February 11, 1880, regarding two fugitives charges with forgery, RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare letter from Louis XV’s chief mistress, the first we have ever offered 346. Madame de Pompadour. Member of the French

court (1721–1764) who was the chief mistress of Louis XV from 1745 to her death. Rare partial autograph letter, in French, one page, 4.25 x 6.5, June 30. Portion of a larger letter to the Duke d’Aiguillon. In part (translated): “Several attacks of very severe fever, and the unhappy event that happened, Monsieur, have afflicted me in every respect, so that I have not had the strength to write you. The memorandum that you sent me has been transmitted to the Council of Commerce, I am very glad of that, because I have friends there who will take interest in the cause of the Malouns [the inhabitants of Saint-Malo]; tell them, I pray you, that their zeal for the King makes me strongly desire the success of their enterprise; if I think about them with so much concern, judge, Monsieur, of the sentiments that your courage, your intelligence, and your attachment to the service of the King have inspired in me on your behalf; they do not leave anything to be desired.”

Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand as well as a mostly intact red wax seal. In fine condition, with a pencil notation along bottom edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Pius XI’s white solideo from the estate of Baron St John of Fawsley 347.

Pope Pius IX. Italian pope (1792–1878), born Giovanni Maria MastaiFerretti, who ascended the papal throne in 1846. Among the notable achievements of his 32-year reign, the longest in Roman Catholic Church history, Pius convened the historic First Vatican Council, which included the doctrine of papal infallibility. Letter and solideo: LS, in Italian, signed “Pius PP. IX,” one page, 7.5 x 10, dated in the Pope’s hand, “28 Mai 1862.” Untranslated letter boldly signed at the conclusion, “Pro gratia fev. Pius PP. IX.”; and Pius XI’s papal solideo. White cloth solideo measures 7.5˝ in diameter and rests on a wood and padded mold to retain its shape. Solideo is housed in a 10 x 12.5 x 10 Lucite display case with a plaque that reads, “Pio Nono’s Solideo 1862, formally in the possession of Cardinal Innitzer, Archbishop of Vienna.” The white solideo comes from the collection of Lord St. John of Fawsley, along with the letter. Letter is in fine condition, with intersecting folds. Solideo is also in fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter from Holloway’s Auctioneers stating the solideo comes from the collection of Fawsley. Norman St John-Stevas, Baron St John of Fawsley, a British politician, author, and barrister. A devout Roman Catholic he amassed a large collection of royal and Victorian items, including the solideo offered here.

Also accompanied by two other photos of cardinals, signed and inscribed to Fawsley, and a photo of Pius in a similar solideo. Any ordained member of the Roman Catholic Church is entitled to wear a black solideo, with white ones reserved only for popes. Personal items of any pope are seldom offered for sale to the public, and such a personal item from the longest reigning Pope in the history of the Church, even more so.

Provenance: collection of Lord St. John of Fawsley; Holloway’s 2012. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

348. Queen Elizabeth II. Large fountain

pen signature, “Elizabeth R, 4th August 1975,” on an off-white 7.75 x 4.25 sheet. In fine condition, with two circular areas of showthrough from adhesive to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Magnificent oversized portrait of Her Majesty in her first year 349. Queen Elizabeth II. Striking vintage matte-finish 14 x 18 portrait of Elizabeth wearing her glimmering crown jewels by Dorothy Wilding, affixed to its original 19 x 26 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Elizabeth R, 1953.” Reverse bears the original label from Wilding’s studio. In fine condition, with trivial toning and some white ink to edges of the mount. This portrait was taken at a sitting in the year of Elizabeth’s accession to the throne in 1952, and has become one of the defining images of the early years of her reign.

It is a stunning photograph that beautifully captures the Queen’s youth and regal splendor, and is truly impressive in its tremendous size and clarity. It’s interesting to note that this was signed during the year of her coronation and this year marks the 60th anniversary of that event. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 101

Victoria releases an alleged robber

350. Queen Victoria. Partly-printed DS, signed “Victoria R,” one page, 9 x

14, April 30, 1853. Document regarding the release of a prisoner suspected of larceny and return of bail money, summarized at the conclusion: “Remission of Forfeitures incurred by John Weston & Thomas Evans, and Release of the former from Prison.” Matted with a portrait of Victoria and framed to an overall size of 14 x 28. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Washington’s aide-de-camp sends a lengthy letter to Declaration signer Gerry 351. Joseph Reed. A presi-

dent of the Continental Congress and signer of the Articles of Confederation (1741– 1785), who also served as Washington’s aide-decamp during the Revolutionary War. Uncommon ALS signed “Jos. Reed,” one page both sides, 8 x 13, December 9, 1784. Letter to Declaration of Independence signer Elbridge Gerry. In part: “I receive with great Pleasure your kind Congratulations on my Return & shall be happy in every Opp[ortunit]y to express how much & how truly I value your obliging Friendship. Your Acceptance of a deal in Congress was an unexpected Pleasure as I was informed you had utterly declined it. Indeed your long Service might have intitled you to claim some Indulgence, but it is the more generous in you to waive it - & your Experience now enables you to render more important service. I was appointed without my Concurrence & with express Leave to consult my private Affairs which I must do to a considerable Degree if Congress remains at Trenton. But the Gentlemen in the Delegation conform so generally in Sentiment with each other & with those Interests which I particularly respect that I have the less Concern on that Head. You will find them Men of Principle & possessing Such Ideas of Government as I think you approve - I had heard of the Candidate for the Treasury & think with you a better may be found. Mr. Pettit’s Talents lay in that Line & he is a Man of Principle. Take him in Temper, Skill in Acc[oun]ts & real Integrity. I do not think he has many supiners in this Country. I do not know the Value of the Appointment but I believe he will accept it if the Scale is not so parsimonious. He is not a man of Expense, Dissipation or Intrigue so that less will be necessary.” Affixed to the left of Reed’s signature is a 4.75 x 1.75 portion of the free franked address leaf with “9 DE” and “Free” postmarks, addressed by Reed to “The Hon. Elbridge Gerry Esqr.” Intersecting folds, scattered toning, dampstaining to edges, adhesive remnants along right edge of reverse, and a partial separation to central horizontal fold, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 102 | March 13, 2013 | NOTABLES

352. Nathan Rothschild. European Jewish financier (1777–1836) who founded his family’s famous banking dynasty and handled Allied loans for the campaign against Napoleon. ALS signed “Rothschild,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, July 3, 1889. Letter to “Suffolk,” Henry Howard, 17th Earl of Suffolk. In full: “I enclose a letter from Mr. Grove the editor & proprietor of the New Review. The letter speaks for itself. I do not know if you care to write about the Turf if so I can safely say that an article in the New Review will be read by a great many people.”

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

Brimming with scientific references, a scarce and highly desirable letter from the Nobel Prize-winning physicist to one of his most successful students 353. Wilhelm Rontgen. Distinguished German physicist (1845– 1923) who discovered X-rays in 1895, for which he was awarded the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901.

Scarce ALS in German, signed “W. Rontgen,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, personal letterhead, June 14, 1906. Letter to atomic physicist Rudolf Ladenburg. In full (translated): “Enclosed I return the correction you sent me and Reiger’s dissertation.

I’ve read through them in various places and found nothing that should be changed. Concerning the question of the determination of relaxation, I am entirely in accord with you: I have also expressed similar opinions in the same sense, when I mentioned the possibility of an influence of relaxation in general. If in addition you wish to use Reiger’s results to show that in your case—experiments relaxation plays no noticeable role, then I have nothing against that.

Nevertheless there do indeed remain Laue’s own experiments, currents in pipes, Poiseuille’s Law—the best proof—we hope! In your letter you hold out the prospect of finding out more from Laue. That would really please me! Have you really turned your back on Munich forever?”

In fine condition, with mild toning to front of letter.

From 1900 to 1906, Rudolf Ladenburg worked on his dissertation, ‘On the Inner Friction of Viscous Liquids and their Dependence on Pressure,’ under the direction of Nobel Prize-winning physicist Wilhelm Rontgen. As his work was coming to a close, Ladenburg sent corrections along with fellow physicist Rudolf Reiger’s recently published dissertation. Rontgen’s reply offers several bits of advice, pointing him towards sources beyond Reiger that should be considered in support of his work, including “Laue’s own experiments, currents in pipes, Poiseuille’s Law.” With his finger on the pulse of the scientific world, this letter shows the active connectivity among scholars at the start of the century.

Rontgen autographs are rare in any form; this letter, filled with scientific references and written to a student who would go on to join forces with Einstein and von Neumann in Princeton years later, is one of the finest we have offered! RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

354. Jack Ruby.

Vegas Club business check, 8 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Ruby, payable to Lone Star Gas Co. for $2.30, November 14, 1961. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and bank stamp to body. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

355. Jack Ruby. DS, one page, 3.25 x 7, May 23, 1956. Deposit slip for the Empire State Bank of Dallas, filled out by Ruby depositing two checks totalling $150.00, signed at the top, “Jack Ruby (Spec).” In fine condition, with a bank stamp to body. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

356. Rudolf II. Member of

the House of Habsburg (1552– 1612) who ruled as Holy Roman E m p e r o r fr o m 1576 to 1612. LS, in Latin, one page both sides, 8.5 x 12.5, September 15, 1592. Untranslated letter in Latin, which is addressed to Cardinal Montelparo, and countersigned by both Rudolph’s private counselor Johann Barwitz, a noted Catholic humanist, and his chancellor Jacob von Kurz Senftenau—both highly cultured officials who both supported astronomers Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler (the latter having dedicated one of his works to Barwitz). Reverse of second integral sheet bears a near-complete embossed paper seal.

In very good condition, with partial separation to adjoining fold and moderate scattered foxing, toning, and soiling. An evocative document of a brilliant court by its ruler and two of its most active players. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“It will be some time for our State to fully recover from the effects of so great a calamity but San Francisco will be rebuilt” 357. San Francisco Earthquake: W. B. Wallace. ALS signed “W.

B. Wallace,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, Superior Court Chambers letterhead, June 7, 1906. Letter to Mrs. Wallace B. Bartlett. In part: “Since April 18th a day of disaster in this state all plans for the present year had to be re-formed and in many cases abandoned. We have all been living in a state of uncertainty. Every day since April 18th up to last Monday has been a legal holiday. It became necessary for the Governor to declare successive holidays in order that the banks throughout the state could arrange to safely resume business and that the Legislature might be convened in extra session and enact some new laws necessary to protect property rights suddenly imperiled by the great calamity that befell San Francisco and other near by places on that date. A cessation of judicial business for forty five days has left the trial courts with congested dockets rendering it necessary for most of the judges to continue holding court…Fortunately none of us were injured by the great earthquake. The shock here was slight and no property was injured. My daughter Ethel was at Stanford University when it occurred. The University is about sixty miles from San Francisco. It suffered a loss of about $4,000,000 in the destruction and injury of many fine buildings. Two lives were lost one being that of a student and six other students were quite badly injured.

Communication with the outside world was immediately interrupted and it was several days before we could get direct news from Ethel. She was not injured though when the shock occurred near 5 o’clock in the morning she and her companions thought the world was coming to an end when the furniture was being tossed about the room and she could see the fine structures of the university falling into shapeless masses of stone. It will be some time for our State to fully recover from the effects of so great a calamity but San Francisco will be rebuilt because of its almost matchless harbor and because it was proven that modern steel structures can stand uninjured after such an earthquake.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some mild toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Santa Anna 1853 appointment for a new position in Mexico’s Income Protection Administration 358. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. Manuscript

DS, in Spanish, signed “A. L de Sta. Anna,” one page, 10 x 16.25, June 20, 1853. Appointment reads, in part (translated): “In recognition of the merits and services of Citizen Francisco Cornejo, I have seen fit to appoint him to the position of Comptroller of the principal of the Income Protection Administration of the District and State of Mexico, a post which is vacant because it is newly established, with a salary of seven hundred and twenty pesos per year…Therefore, I command whomever shall have said Citizen Francisco Cornejo as said Comptroller of the principal Income Protection Administration of the District and State of Mexico…the person in question be given the aforementioned post and that the salary referred to above be deposited in his name.” Signed at the conclusion by Santa Anna, next to the intact and ornate paper seal with eight ‘petals’ extending from the center, and countersigned

by Martinez del Campo and A. DeGaray. Matted and framed with a portrait of Santa Anna and a small plaque to an overall size of 27.25 x 26. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a bit of scattered light toning, and Santa Anna’s signature a couple shades light, but completely legible, otherwise fine condition. Oversized.

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

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359. Albert Schweitzer. ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 6, October 30, 1957. Short untranslated letter written at the conclusion of a longer letter, by Emmy Marlin. Rusty paperclip mark to top edge of both pages, with some resulting staining and paper erosion and a central vertical fold, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

360. William Scoresby. Arctic explorer and

scientist (1789–1857).

Very rare ALS signed “Wm. Scoresby,” one page, 7 x 4.5, no date.

Letter to Richard Ford.

In full: “Dr. Miller named you too late an hour for embarking for Killerton. He desired me to say that he would be earlier—say half past five—when I hope to be of your party.” In fine condition, with a small pencil notation and diagonal mailing folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

361. William H. Seward. LS, one page,

5 x 4, December 31, 1860. Brief note to a collector. In full: “I cheerfully comply with your request.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, repaired paper loss to lower right corner and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

An extremely scarce document from Smith and Wesson 362. Smith and Wesson. Horace B. Smith and Daniel Wesson originally formed the Volcanic Repeating Arms company in 1852, and in 1856 went on to form their own eponymous legendary firearms company. Incredibly rare manuscript DS, signed “Horace Smith” and “D. B. Wesson,” one lightly-lined page, 6.75 x 9.25, December 8, 1874. A railroad document which reads, in full: “The undersigned, Directors, Clerk & Treasurer of the Springfield & New London Rail Road Company, hereby certify that the amount of capital stock of said company has been fully subscribed by responsible parties, and ten per cent of the par value of each & every share thereof has been paid in cash to the Treasurer of the association: and that it is intended in good faith to locate, construct, maintain and operate the said railroad, fixed according to the maps and plans hereunto attached.” Maps and plans not present. Signed at the conclusion Smith and Wesson, and also signed by directors “Willis Phelps,” “Horace Kibbe,” “E. A. Perkins,” “William Matoon,” “W. L. Wilcox,” “Wm Birnie,” “Virgil Perkins,” and “Lewis H. Taylor.” Also signed “T. M. Dewey Clerk” and “Charles Marsh Treasurer.” Nicely cloth matted and shadowboxed with an antique Smith and Wesson top break revolver to an overall size of 15.25 x 24. In fine condition, with two small punch holes to top border, and some light toning, paper loss, and edge tears to right edge.

This document dates to 1874 when Smith & Wesson’s two biggest customers were the US Cavalry and the Russian Empire. Among the pistols in production at the time was the Smith & Wesson .44 model 3, also known as the Russian Model or the Schofield Revolver depending on who the customer was. This model saw action in the Russo-Turkish War, the Spanish American War, and countless skirmishes with Native Americans. The gunmaker’s investment in a rail line strengthening the transportation link between Springfield and the shipping hub of New York was also an investment in the company’s own future. This very rare railroad certificate is one of less than a handful of known documents signed by both founders of the Massachusetts gun company to be sold at auction in the past 35 years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 105

364. William Spence. British economist and entomologist (1783–1860). ALS signed “W. Spence,” one page, 4.5 x 6, no date. Letter to Jno. Bradley. In part: “I will with pleasure accept Harris which will be very valuable to me on condition that you however do Caulder in his duo decimo cup with a place in your superb collection.” Letter is inlaid to a slightly larger off-white sheet. Scattered toning and a couple small pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“The Presd’t appoints the sons of those who have fallen in the war” 365. Charles Sumner. ALS,

two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Boston, July 30, 1869.

Letter to a young man seeking an appointment to West Point. In full: “I understand that all appointments to West Point for the present year have been made.

The Presd’t appoints the sons of those who have fallen in the war. I see no chance for you, except through yr rep’tive, who, I doubt not, would take yr case with consideration. Senators have no power to appoint cadets.” In fine condition, with mild scattered creases and toning, and staple holes to the upper left corner. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Impressive Supreme Court collection, including Marshall, Rehnquist, and Warren

366. Supreme Court. Thirty-three items, consisting of photos, letters, cards, and souvenir typescripts, each signed by a Supreme Court justice, with some signed by multiple justices. Signers are: Thurgood Marshall (2), William Rehnquist, William O. Douglas (3), Potter Stewart (2), Earl Warren (5), Melville Fuller (2), James F. Byrnes, John M. Harlan, Harlan F. Stone, Hugo L. Black (2), Tom C. Clark (3), Abe Fortas (4), Fred M. Vinson, Lewis F. Powell, Jr., Arthur J. Goldberg (2), Morrison Waite (2), Noah Haynes Swayne, Samuel Freeman Miller, Stephen J. Field, Edward Douglass White (2). In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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367. Supreme Court: Louis D. Brandeis. ALS, one page, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, March 10, 1939. Brief letter to a Brooklyn woman. In full: “It was good of you to bear me so kindly in mind.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Brandeis’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

368. Supreme Court: Louis D. Brandeis.

ALS signed “Louis D. Brandeis,” one page, 4.75 x 8, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, November 30, 1932. Letter to Elisha Friedman, an economic consultant formerly employed by the Treasury Department and a fellow Zionist. In full: “My thanks to you for the kind birthday greeting and for ‘Russia in Transition’ an alluring volume to the study of which I am looking forward.” In fine condition, with a light blue pencil notation to top left. With the outbreak of World War I, the Zionist movement’s headquarters in Berlin became ineffectual, and American Jewry had to assume larger responsibility for the Zionist movement. When the Provisional Executive Committee for Zionist Affairs was established in New York, Brandeis accepted unanimous election to be its head.

In this position from 1914 to 1918, he was the leader of American Zionism. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The wildcat conduct of American industry and finance that has landed us where we are”

369. Supreme Court: Benjamin Cardozo. ALS, one page,

5.25 x 6.75, March 10, 1932.

Letter of thanks to an admirer. In full: “I am very thankful to you for the clippings and for all your good wishes.” In fine condition, with a band of toning to the right side. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Cardozo’s hand, and an unsigned portrait of the justice. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

372. Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter. TLS, one page, 5.25

370. Supreme Court: Benjamin Cardozo. ALS signed “B.

N. C.,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 8, January 7, 1930. Letter to Frank S. Hiscock, “My dear Chief.” In full: “Thank you for sending me a copy of your address which I have read with interest. I see nothing of substance to be criticized. Perhaps on p. 3, it might be well to omit the statement that our court ‘has repeatedly adjourned for lack of business.’ The public might think there was no different cause for preserving us. You might say, ‘and does not adjourn until all the cases read for argument have been heard.’ On the page before the last, (at the end of the page) you might hold out an olive branch to the Governor [Franklin D. Roosevelt] by saying that it ought not to be difficult to provide for representation of laymen on the commission if such representation is thought desirable. I cannot think of anything else.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

371. Supreme Court: Oliver Ellsworth.

Third-person ADS, signed in the text, “Oliver Ellsworth, Esq.,” one page, 8 x 3, January 9, 1784. Handwritten promissory note. In full: “For value rec’d I promise to pay Oliver Ellsworth, Esq., Twelve shillings lawful money on demand with interest.” Signed at the conclusion by the recipient of the loan, “Ebenezer Chaplin.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and light scattered foxing.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

x 8, Harvard University letterhead, April 17, 1933. Letter to a young lawyer. In part: “I think you were mild in your reply to Mr. Shafroth.

You might have asked him to explain to the American people just what the relation of the bar has been; and by the bar I mean the dominant leaders that give the tone to the bar—to the wildcat conduct of American industry and finance that has landed us where we are.”

In fine condition, with light overall toning and filing holes to the top. Accompanied by an unsigned typed letter from Frankfurter and its original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Compassionate note from the conservative justice 373. Supreme Court: Felix Frankfurter. ALS signed “Felix

Frankfurter,” one page, 4.5 x 7, Supreme Court letterhead, July 5, 1954. Letter to a friend who had recently lost his young son in a farm equipment accident. In full: “To enter grief like your wife’s and yours is almost intrusive. But you must let an old friend tell you how deeply we feel for you.” In fine condition, with a ballpoint notation to the lower right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

374. Supreme Court: Melville Fuller. Eighth

Chief Justice of the United States (1833–1910) who served from 1888 to 1910. Original personal calling card bearing Fuller’s title, “The Chief Justice,” 3 x 1.5, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Very truly yours, Melville W. Fuller.” In fine condition, with mild overall toning and trivial soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned cabinet photo of Fuller. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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375. Supreme Court: Charles Evans Hughes. Partly-printed

DS, signed “Charles E. Hughes,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.75 x 12, May 20, 1924.

A US passport issued to Louise E. Wood of Worcester, Massachusetts. Document lists his physical characteristics including “Nose: retrousse,” “Face: oval,” and “Forehead: high.” Front also bears a 2.5 x 2.25 photo of Hughes stapled to lower right. Reverse of passport and second integral page bears several visa stamps from France, Italy, and Boston, Massachusetts. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, stamp over bottom portion of beginning of signature, and some light toning to second page. The red seal is crisp and intact. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

376.

Supreme Court: Samuel Nelson. American

jurist (1792–1873) who served on the Supreme Court from 1845 to 1872. ALS signed “S. Nelson,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 8, Cooperstown, July 13, 1862. Letter to Edwin Wallace Stoughton.

In part: “I have been in the burnt district since I left your city with the exception of one week in Canandaigua. Shall close these out door labors before I leave…Have erected, and in the process of erection 4 buildings, pulled down 2 and removed 2, which involved in the widening of our street.” Intersecting folds, a slight brush to the main text, and mild mirroring to ink, otherwise fine condition. Cooperstown’s business district was devastated by a fire that began on April 10, 1862, and lasted for three days. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

377. Supreme Court: Sandra Day O’Connor. ALS signed

“Sandra O’Connor,” one page, 6.25 x 8.5, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, no date. Letter to Mr. Smith, quite likely William French Smith, Attorney General in the Reagan administration. In full: “Thank you for your kind note, I, too, enjoyed our visit at Betty’s. I do appreciate knowing that our visit was exactly what I assumed it was—unofficial.

John and I look forward to seeing you again.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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378. Supreme Court: Joseph Story. ALS, one page, 4.75 x 8, September 4, 1832. Letter of recommendation to a gentleman. In part: “I am well acquainted with Mr. M. C. Cobb’s father & family & can assure you of their respectability & competency.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and a heavy band of toning to right border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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“I wish I felt at liberty to answer your questions about the Volstead act” 379. Supreme Court: George Sutherland. TLS signed “Geo.

Sutherland,” one page, 6 x 7, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, December 23, 1926.

Letter to Jesse Knight. In part: “Thank you for your commendation of the decision in the zoning case. I wish I felt at liberty to answer your questions about the Volstead act, but I cannot discuss it because it is constantly coming before our court. The necessity of keeping one’s mind open makes it necessary sometimes almost to refrain from having opinions, let alone expressing them.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Lengthy letter from Chief Justice Taney, mentioning “Washington” and “Jefferson” 380. Supreme Court: Roger B. Taney. ALS

signed “R. B. T.,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 7, October 8, 1856. Letter to a gentleman. In a difficult to decipher hand, Taney references both “Washington” and “Jefferson.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and the full signature clipped from the lower right of the second page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Chief Justice introduces a prominent gentleman to Lewis Cass in Paris 381. Supreme Court: Roger B. Taney. ALS signed “R. B.

Taney,” one page, 8 x 10, April 12, 1839. Letter of introduction for a gentleman to Lewis Cass.

In full: “Mr. Robert A. Taylor who is a gentleman of high standing in this city and one of our most respectable merchants is about to visit Paris. I take pleasure in introducing him to you.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in Taney’s hand to “His Excelly, Lewis Cass, Ministr Pleny U.S., Paris.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some light toning and creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

382. Supreme Court: Earl Warren. Two TLSs, one signed

“Earl,” the other signed in full, both to California governor Goodwin Knight regarding the unveiling of Warren’s portrait in California.

First one is one page, 8 x 10.5, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, March 17, 1954.

In part: “Only Mrs. Warren will accompany me from Washington to Sacramento. However, it may be that some of the youngsters who are still in California will be able to attend the ceremonies on Monday.

If so, I will let you know later.”; second letter is two pages, 8 x 10.5, February 23, 1954, in which Warren states he will find it difficult to attend the ceremony. Both letters are stapled together with several carbons and a clipped newspaper photo sent by Warren. In very good condition, with a block of toning to first page of second letter.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

383. Talleyrand and Chaptal. Both French

governmental officials, Talleyrand was a highly skilled and influential diplomat (1754–1838), and Chaptal was a chemist and statesman (1756–1832). Ink signatures, “Ch. Mau. Talleyrand” and “Chaptal,” on an off-white 6.25 x 4.75 slip clipped from a larger manuscript document. In very good condition, with moderate scattered foxing and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“Your extremely interesting idea will probably turn out to be a really expensive undertaking” 384. Edward Teller. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, University of California letterhead, November 21, 1962. Letter to Dr. Robert Citron.

In part: “Your extremely interesting idea will probably turn out to be a really expensive undertaking. I do not consider myself an expert in this field and furthermore my voice is not likely to have an effect in Washington these days.”

A horizontal fold passing through the signature, scattered creases and wrinkling, and staple holes to the top, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

In the year of his X-ray experiments, Tesla writes to the New York Sun 385. Nikola Tesla. Brilliant

and versatile Croatian-born American inventor and engineer (1856–1943) whose discoveries revolutionized the understanding and practical applications of electricity and magnetism. Scarce TLS signed “N. Tesla,” one page, 8 x 10.5, May 13, 1896. Letter to Paul Dana of the New York Sun. In full: “Your note of yesterday has just reached me.

Tuesday next would be more convenient for me, but if it must be Monday I shall try to modify my engagements accordingly. If Tuesday is suitable please let me know.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light overall creases and toning. In 1896, shortly after the discovery of the X-ray itself, Tesla began studying X-ray imaging and made great scientific contributions to the field. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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386. Bradford Torr e y. O r n i t h o l o g i s t

(1843–1912) who wrote for the Atlantic Monthly and other periodicals.

ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 8, March 5, 1900. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “This evening I received the Forestry book,—and by this time you have the proof back. I confess that at first sight I see no easy way of writing a mention of this book into the article already made, though no doubt it could be done, by hook or by crook.” In fine condition, with overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

389. Gideon Welles. Civil War–dated partly-printed LS, one page, 8 x 9.75, Navy Department letterhead, January 23, 1863. Welles informs Walter Sargent of the USS Release that he has “permission to report to Commodore Montgomery Commandant of the Navy Yard at Boston for examination as to your qualifications for the position of Acting Ensign in the Navy of the United States.”

In very good condition, with slight separations to mailing folds, light scattered foxing and toning, and binding holes to left border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

387. Thomas J. Watson, Jr. Influential busi-

nessman (1914–1993) who was the second president of IBM. TLS signed “Tom Watson, Jr.,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 20, 1959. Letter to Basil O’Connor, declining an invitation to a benefit dinner at the Waldorf Astoria.

Light scattered toning and soiling, some wrinkling to edges, and a few pencil office notations, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

388. Daniel Webster. ALS

signed “Danl Webster,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, April 20, 1844.

Letter to three gentlemen declining a convention invitation. In part: “I rec’d some time ago, your very kind letter inviting me to a Convention in N. Haven…But I shall be in Pa at that time, if my health permits, but at present I am doubtful whether a severe cold, or cataract may not render me incapable of making any public occasion.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Webster and a small plaque to an overall size of 21 x 16. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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390. Thomas Wharton. Penn-

sylvania merchant and politician (1735–1778) who served as the first President of Pennsylvania.

Revolutionary War-dated manuscript DS, signed “Thos. Wharton Pres,” one page, 8.25 x 5.5, May 5, 1778. Document, signed as the President of the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, ordering David Rittenhouse, a noted patriot, to pay “Caleb Davis…[for] Riding from Lancaster to General Potters Camp in Haverford from thence to the neighborhood of Darby and Chester as per order of the Supreme Executive Council for the purpose of informing them the situation of the camp and the disposition of the people in that neighborhood.” Document has been professionally silked and inlaid to a slightly larger off-white sheet. In very good condition, with aforementioned silking, and scattered toning, with nothing detracting from the bold signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

391. Elie Wiesel. Holocaust survivor, Nobel Peace Prize award-winner, and author (born 1928). ANS, one page, 4 x 5.5, personal letterhead, July 7, 1972.

Brief note to an admirer. In full: “What can I say? To you: my warmest wishes—To your son: my greetings.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, also signed by Wiesel in the return address area on the flap. RR Auction COA.…

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“Loss and separation have their place in the scheme of human life” 392. Duchess of Windsor. ANS signed “Wallis, Duchess of Windsor,” one page, 4.5 x 3.5, embossed letterhead, September 19, 1974. Brief birthday note to Jeanne-Marie, Duchess of LarocheFoulcauld. In full: “Happy Birthday Jeanne-Marie and love.” In fine condition, with a rusty staple to left edge, and a small tack hole and pencil notation to top. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope addressed in Wallis’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I can’t even drink [to] his health here as I am not allowed any good things!”

393. Duchess of Windsor.

ALS signed “Wallis,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 4, embossed letterhead, December 14. Short letter to to Jeanne-Marie, Duchess of Laroche-Foulcauld. In full: “We are so sorry not to be with you and Francois to-night—To celebrate his birthday—I can’t even drink [to] his health here as I am not allowed any good things!” Rusty staple hole to left side, a few spots of light toning, and front of letter peeling away from card backing, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope addressed in Wallis’s hand as well as an invitation to dinner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

395. Stephen Wise. Reform rabbi and Zionist leader (1875–1949).

Five TLSs, three signed “Stephen S. Wise,” and two signed “Wise,” dated between 1919 and 1924. Wise comforts the grieving, discusses a new synagogue, and responds to an autograph request. One letter, in part: “Loss and separation have their place in the scheme of human life just as truly as joy in the presence of the loved.” In another letter, he references Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. In overall very good to fine condition, with various intersecting folds, creases, toning, and foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

394. Duke and Duchess of Windsor. Philatelic souvenir

card bearing a first day postmark, 6.5 x 3.75, with a cachet honoring the United Nations, signed in black felt tip, “Edward, Duke of Windsor,” and “Wallis, Duchess of Windsor.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

396. Brigham Young. Ink signature, “Brigham Young,” on an off-white 3 x 2 slip. Matted and framed with an original stereoview portrait of Young to an overall size of 12 x 10. In fine condition, with two erased pencil notations to lower border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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397. Yasser Arafat

398. William Waldorf Astor

399. Daniel Beard

400. Menachem Begin

401. David Ben-Gurion

402. William Booth

403. British Prime Ministers

404. Richard E. Byrd

405. Churchill Family MB $100

406. Clement Claiborne Clay

407. Denton Cooley and Michael DeBakey

408. Father Charles E. Coughlin

409. Walter Cronkite

410. Dalai Lama

411. Dalai Lama

412. Moshe Dayan

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413. Declaration of Independence: William Williams

414. Thomas E. Dewey

417. Stephen A. Douglas MB $100

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416. DNA: James D. Watson

418. Albert Einstein’s Family

419. Ernest and Julio Gallo

420. J. Paul Getty

421. Jane Goodall

422. Mikhail Gorbachev

423. Mikhail Gorbachev

424. Mikhail Gorbachev

425. Andrei Gromyko

426. Bear Grylls

427. Billy James Hargis

428. Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay

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415. Thomas E. Dewey

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429. Edmund Hillary MB $100

430. Edmund Hillary MB $100

431. Dolores Ibarruri MB $100

432. Adrian Kantrowitz and Michael DeBakey MB $100

433. Kennedy Assassination

434. Kennedy Assassination: Warren Burroughs

435. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill

436. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill

437. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill

438. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill

439. Kennedy Assassination: Oswald Arrest

440. Kennedy Assassintation: James Leavelle

441. Alexander Kerensky

442. John Kerry

443. King George V

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King Hussein and Queen Noor MB $100

445. King Hussein of Jordan

446. King Kalakaua

449. Golda Meir

450. Golda Meir

451. Mother Teresa

452. Mother Teresa

453. Mother Teresa

454. Nobel Prize Winners

455. Nobel Prize Winners

456. Notables

457. Notables

458. Rosa Parks

459. Linus Pauling

460. William Dudley Pelley

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447. Teddy Kollek MB $100

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448. John McCain and Sarah Palin MB $100

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461. William Pitt the Younger

462. Josiah Quincy III

463. Yitzhak Rabin

464. Religion

465. Samuel and Eliphalet Remington

466. Condoleezza Rice

467. Mitt Romney

468. Anwar Sadat

469. Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin

470. Jonas Salk

471. Colonel Harland Sanders

472. Arnold Schwarzenegger

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473. Alfred E. Smith MB $100

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474. Alfred E. Smith MB $100

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475. Supreme Court: William J. Brennan MB $100

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476. Supreme Court: Burger and Marshall MB $100

477. Supreme Court: Antonin Scalia

478. Supreme Court: Antonin Scalia

479. Supreme Court: Fred M. Vinson

481. Edward Teller

482. Edward Teller

483. Margaret Thatcher

484. Margaret Thatcher

485. Josip Tito

486. Donald Trump

487. Watergate

488. Watergate

489. Watergate: Bernard Barker

490. Simon Wiesenthal

491. Stephen Wise

492. Vladimir Zworykin

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military 496. Orville E. Babcock. Union

general and private secretary to U. S. Grant (1835–1884). ALS signed “O. E. Babcock,” one page, 5 x 8, Executive mansion letterhead, February 3, 1870.

Letter to General Adelbert Ames, as private secretary to President Grant. In part: “Genl. Smith is one of our sort of men,as you will see at once. He wishes to see you about Maj. J. Gray Jewell, any representations he makes in his case will be approved by the President. This is in accordance with the instructions of the President.” Intersecting folds and light scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I have appointed you Master of the Wolf Hunt” 499. Louis-Alexandre Berthier. One

of Napoleon’s favorite Marshals (1753–1815).

LS in French, signed “Alexandre,” one page, 7.5 x 9.25, Paris, March 31, 1811. Letter to Ferdinand de Soer. In part (translated): “I have appointed you Master of the Wolf Hunt in the Department of L’Ourthe.

I do not doubt the zeal with which you will apply your skills, nor do I doubt your taste for the hunt whose purpose is to destroy harmful animals, particularly wolves.” Central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light foxing and toning to lower portion of the letter, and light overall wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

500. John Buford. Union

497. Joseph K. Barnes. Army physician (1817–1883) who served

as the army’s surgeon general from 1864 to 1882. ALS signed “J. K. Barnes, Surg, Genl. U. S. A.,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Surgeon General’s Office letterhead, March 1, 1875. Letter to Senator Henry B. Anthony. In part: “Will you not try to press the Resolution for printing the report on Asiatic Cholera…The material is all ready and to delay printing until next session would occasion much inconvenience and incur additional expense.” Second integral page is professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with slight irregular ink adhesion. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

498. P. G. T. Beauregard. Florid ink signature, “G. T. Beauregard, 1884,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with light toning.

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

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general (1826– 1863). On July 1, 1863, at Gettysburg, it was Buford’s troopers that fired the first shots of the battle.

He was stricken with typhoid fever during the Rappahannock campaign and died in Washington on December 16, 1863. His commission of major general was presented to him on his deathbed. War-dated ALS signed “Jno Buford, Asst. Insp.

Genl U.S.A.,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, December 14, 1861. Letter to Colonel Edward C. Williams of the 9th PA Cavalry. In full: “I am instructed by the Genl-in-Chief to inspect the troops in the Dept. of the Ohio—Please have your Regt. in line of battle by 1 o’clock P.M. on Monday. The inspection will be conducted as prescribed by the Army Regulation. The men equipped as for the Field.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Buford and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 20.5 x 22.5. An area of mild dampstaining to lower portion, with some over signature, but in no way affecting legibility, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Presidental candidate Butler addresses a lie printed about him in the Herald 501. Benjamin Butler. LS

signed “Benj. F. Butler,” two pages, lightly-lined, 5.5 x 9, Fifth Avenue Hotel letterhead, October 12, 1884. Letter to Colonel T. E. Major. In part; “The lie published in the Herald by J. T. G. has been answered by the Sun. Ask O’Reilly to publish it and give it as wide a circulation as possible. I think you do well to hold up on Flags it is too late for flags to do much good and while I have every confidence in Dinkwalet I have but little financing of the gentleman you name—I regret to hear that Litchman is such a fool as your information would seem to indicate. I will see that the Beath note is taken up as soon as I return.” In fine condition.

Butler was running for president as a member of the Greenback and Anti-Monopoly parties. A great letter from the end of Butler’s political career, as he provides damage control shortly before the election.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

502. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. Maine-born

Union major general (1828–1914) who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his defense of Little Round Top at Gettysburg. He later served as Governor of Maine and president of Bowdoin College. Partlyprinted DS, signed “J. L. Chamberlain,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, December 6, 1867. Governor Chamberlain confirms the election of Joseph T. Woodward of Sidney, Maine, as a senator in the seventh district of the state. Signed in the left side

by Chamberlain and countersigned by his secretary of state. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning, horizontal fold directly under signature, and a few creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

503. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. Bank check, 7.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Chamberlain, payable to” JLC” for $200.00, July 16, 1869. Check also bears a two-cent revenue stamp, dated and initialed by Chamberlain. A punch and staple hole to body, some scattered toning, and a trivial brush to beginning of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

504. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. ADS, signed “J. L. Chamberlain,” one page, 8 x 5.5, June 20, 1867. Pay order reads, “Pay to Mrs. Robt. Melcher or bearer fifty dollars.” Order also bears a two-cent revenue stamp initialed by Chamberlain. Central horizontal and vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered mild toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

505. Alfred H. Colquitt.

Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by an anonymous studio, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Alfred H. Colquitt, Georgia.” In fine condition, with mild scattered toning and soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite bust portrait of Colquitt in uniform. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The legendary ‘Indian fighter’ discusses the West with a fellow officer

506. George Crook. ALS, two pages, 5.5 x 9, July 25, 1888.

Letter, written while serving as Commander of the Department of the Missouri, to William H. Bisbee. In full: “Until I just now looked at the date of your letter I didn’t realize how long a time had elapsed since its receipt, but there has been nothing to write about that would be of interest to you, there is nothing going on in the military line & the little parties & races &c which we have here are no different than there else where so could be of no interest. I get frequent letters from old Jack Pot who as you know never changes only instead of his nose, his whole face is red now & shines like a head light to an engine. Some times in May…in Salt Lake has now enough for bathing a party of which he has a member sent out to Garfield Beach, more of the rest would go in. It was so cold but he went in it was said that the water sizzled all around him.

He & I spend part of the last two Julys at [Fort] Bridger a fishing & he wants me to join him there this year but I didn’t see my way clear to do it. Gen. [John R.] Brooks & party are encamped there now. Staunton & I have so often talked of…’Sandy’ & others & of the good times we used to have & wishes you back there to help us catch fish & keep Staunton straight. Things didn’t seem the same there as when you were there. I saw Eugene frequently while in Omaha he seemed to be getting along well. I am glad you are pleasantly stationed, for you certainly are entitled to all the good things of this life. “ In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one touching the first letter of signature, scattered light toning, and a bit of paper loss to top left of both pages. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

508. Henry Dearborn. Ink

signature, “H. Dearborn,” on an off-white 3.75 x 1.25 slip. In fine condition, with a rough top edge, partial line of text above signature, and a bisecting vertical fold, one through a single letter of signature.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

509. George Dewey.

507. Thomas Humphrey Cushing. Officer in the Continental

Army who, in 1816, fought a duel with Virginia Congressman William J. Lewis and was saved when the bullet struck his watch (1755–1822).

War-dated LS signed “T. H. Cushing, Adj’t Gen’l,” one page, 7.5 x 9.75, October 16, 1812. Letter to Colonel Simon Larned. In part: “The War Department has nothing to do with the appointment of Regimental Adjutants & Qt. Masters. The Rule is, for Colonels to appoint in the 1st instance & to solicit a confirmation in orders, by the Commanding General present.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases, light overall toning, a noticeable tear to the left border and a couple smaller edge tears, and show-through from writing to opposing sides. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Vintage matte-finish 3.75 x 6 three-quarter length photo of Dewey in his dress uniform by George Prince, copyright 1899, affixed to its original 8.5 x 11 mount, signed on the mount in black ink. In fine condition, with a few trivial spots to mount.

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

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510. Henry Dearborn. General

(1751–1829) during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 who served as secretary of war under Thomas Jefferson. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 9.75, June 12, 1824. Letter to his son General Henry Dearborn written while serving as Prime Minister plenipotentiary of Portugal. In part; “Having received no intimation from our Government that I may return home, I begin to suspect that the President considers himself to be the best Judge of the propriety of my continuing or not, and I shall act accordingly, but whether I am allowed to return this summer or not, your Mother and Laura and Nancy and Henry with his wife, will return, they will sail in a large ship belonging to Boston Capt. Austen, which will probably sail about the first week in July…our hope that I may be permitted to return with them, if not I shall endeavor to make myself as easy as possible. His most faithfull [sic] Majesty has at last ordered a Cortes to be assembled, composed (as of old) of the three estates, the Nobles, Clergy and Commons and has also published an amnesty, for past political sins with too great a number of exceptions, no permanent arrangement of his cabinet has yet been concluded on, things remain at loose ends. Unfortunately for the British interest, a bickering has commenced between Sir Edward Thornton and Lord Beresford, which will probably give an advantage here to the French interest. I am merely a spectator, having given over all hopes of effecting anything by way of a commercial arrangement, and of course I can be of no use here.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Doubleday sells his Baltimore property in 1852 512. Abner Doubleday. Partly-

511. George Dewey. Ink signature and inscription, “To Major McCawley U.S.M.C. with warm regards on the fiftieth anniversary of my active service, George Dewey, Sept. 23, 1904,” on an off-white 8 x 2.5 photographer’s mount. Double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Dewey and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 18 x 24. A small spot near top and a photographer’s pencil notation to right side, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

printed DS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 10.75 x 16.5, October 5, 1852. Indenture document between Doubleday, his wife Mary, and Henry Brackin, for the sale of the Doubleday’s property in Baltimore for the sum of $600 with the document providing detailed information about the property and the transaction. Also included is a surveyor’s plot of the property owned by Doubleday and his wife, 16.5 x 13, giving an aerial view of the land at the corner of Baltimore St. and McClellan Alley. This plot includes measurements of the property as well as measurements of buildings on the grounds.

Survey also bears a written description of all pertinent details about the property. Survey is docketed on the reverse and signed at the bottom by the surveyor, Alexander J. Bouldin. In very good condition, with a complete separation of the document’s central horizontal fold, a few other small separations along intersecting folds, pencil notations next to signature, a repaired tear to reverse, and scattered toning and creasing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 121

513. Jubal A. Early. Crisp ink

signature, “J. A. Early, Lynchburg, Virginia, January 5th, 1885,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.75 card. In very fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fluckey inscribes his book to Iwo Jima flag raiser Charles W. Lindberg 516. Eugene Fluckey. Signed

book: Thunder Below! Urbana and Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 1992. Hardcover with dust jacket, 7.5 x 10.25, 444 pages. Signed with a lengthy inscription to Iwo Jima flag raiser Charles W. Lindberg in red ballpoint on the half-title page. In part: “To Chuck Lindberg…a Super Semper Fi Warrior who served the USA above and beyond the call of duty in WWII as a member of Carlsons Raiders and the Fifth Marine Division participating in all the famed, bloody battles and being one of the Iwo Jima first flag raisers.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

517. Wade Hampton. Confederate mili-

514. Enola Gay: Dutch Van Kirk. Original signed pencil and ink sketch on an off-white 11 x 8.5 sheet. Van Kirk draws a large mushroom cloud with a caption “Large cloud—multicolored—forms over Hiroshima,” noting at the bottom, “Bomb explodes 1980 feet above ground zero. Aioi Bridge center of explosion.” He also draws the Enola Gay airplane’s position at the time of the explosion and adds in his hand “Enola Gay Altitude 31,060 ft., speed 258 knots, heading about 60°.” Signed at the bottom, “Theodore J. Dutch Van Kirk, Navigator, Enola Gay, Hiroshima 6 Aug 1945.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

515. David G. Farragut. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-devisite portrait of Farragut in uniform by Leon Bravy of Mahon, Spain, inscribed on the reverse in black ink and signed, “D. G. Farragut, Admiral, U. S. Navy, 1867.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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tary officer and politician (1818–1902) who replaced J. E. B. Stuart as Lee’s Chief of Cavalry following Stuart’s death on the battlefield. Hampton later served as governor and senator from South Carolina. Ink signature, “Wade Hampton, So. Ca.,” on an off-white 3 x 1.75 card.

In fine condition, with a light crease to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

In June of 1780, Greene prepares Continental stores for the Battle of Springfield, “to leave the Army at full liberty to make the most of every opening the Enemy may give to attack” 518. Nathanael Greene. Major General in the Continental Army (1742–1786). He entered the army as a private and rose to become one of Washington’s most able and dependable general officers.

He is best known for his exploits in the Southern Theater where he single-handedly reversed the tide of the war from 1780 to 1781. His actions set the stage for Cornwallis’ defeat at Yorktown. Revolutionary War-dated ALS signed “Nath Greene QMG,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, no date, but circa June 1780. Letter to Colonel James Abale. In part: “The General has just received Intelligence which induces him to believe that the Enemy still mean to penetrate the country. He has given order therefore for the removal of all the most valuable public stores from Morris to Succasunna. Please to find a person there immediately to prepare Stores for their reception. Let them be deposited as near together as possible; and put as many on the Continental store as it will contain. You will send off the most valuable Stores first, and then the others in order. Major Claborne is fully entrusted in this…The order for moving the stores is to leave the Army at full liberty to make the most of every opening the Enemy may give to attack them to advantage. I beg you’ll take care of Mrs. Greene’s Phaeton until further orders and provide for its safety should the Enemy penetrate as far as Morris which by the by I have no idea of.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel to Abale at Morristown; later docketed incorrectly as “Camp Springfield Jun 1779.”. Letter is suede-matted and framed,

with glass on both sides, to an overall size of 19 x 14. This frame is in turn affixed by a hinge on its left edge to a larger suede-matted display with an engraved portrait of Greene and an informational plaque to an overall size of 33 x 23. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a few chips of paper loss to edges, and some scattered light toning.

After failing to reach the Continental Army encampment at Morristown, New Jersey in early June of 1780, Hessian General Wilhelm von Knyphausen, in command of the British garrison at New York City, made a second attempt. Washington “received Intelligence which induce[d] him to believe that the Enemy still mean to penetrate the country,” and left Nathanael Greene, then serving as Quartermaster General, in charge. Not only did Greene successfully manage the Continental stores and supplies, he also organized a solid defense of the town. When Knyphausen and Henry Clinton attacked on June 23, he strongly resisted; though the British did take Elizabethtown and raze the village of Connecticut Farms, they were unable to reach their destination and returned defeated to Staten Island. One of the last major engagements of the war in the north, it effectively put and end to British ambitions in New Jersey. Written while preparing for the attack and providing significant battle-related content, this is an incredibly rare and desirable piece of early American history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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519. James A. Hardie. Union officer who served in a number of important administrative positions during the Civil War (1823–1876). Uncommon partly-printed DS, signed “Jas. A. Hardie, Col. Insp’r Genl,” one page, 5.5 x 3, May 16, 1864. War Department pass granting George Oyster access “to Alexandria, Virginia, and return, with carriage and driver.” In fine condition, with toning working in from borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The engines quit from fuel starvation”

5 2 0 . Tr a v i s Hoover. Pilot on

plane 2 during the Doolittle Raid (1917– 2004). ALS signed “Travis Hoover, Col. USAF Ret.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, October 20, 1994. Letter to an admirer. In part: “You ask me about my feeling during take off from the USS Hornet right behind Gen. Doolittle. No I didn’t feel any extra pressure because he had gotten off so nicely. In fact it bolstered my confidence. My most memorable experience on the Doolittle Tokyo Raid was when we reached the Japanese occupied China coast and tried to climb and the engines quit from fuel starvation, realizing that was the end of our flight. Equally memorable was my meeting and very close comradeship with Tung Sheng Liu who saved me and my crew from falling into Japanese hands.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

521. Jedediah Huntington. Manuscript DS, signed

“Jedediah Huntington, Esq. Treasurer,” one page, 7.25 x 5.5, June 1, 1789. Pay order “to the Selectmen of Say-Brook for the use of said Town the sum of three pounds eighteen shillings & two pence Lawful Money out of Civil List.” In very good condition, with circular area of paper loss from a cancellation, several folds, show-through from docketing on reverse and two trivial areas of paper loss to middle portion of document. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 124 | March 13, 2013 | MILITARY

522. Thornton A. Jenkins.

Printed circular letter, one page, 8 x 10, Navy Department letterhead, October 13, 1865. Letter requesting service records from the Civil War. In part: “Enclosed you will find a blank form, which you are requested to fill up for the use of this Bureau from the orders in your possession, or, if they have been lost, from the most accurate means at your disposal.” Slight separations to edges of mailing folds and scattered toning, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

523. Joseph E. Johnston. Con-

federate general (1807–1891) who, when Virginia seceded from the Union in 1861, resigned his commission as a brigadier general in the regular army—the highest-ranking US officer to do so. ALS signed “J. E. Johnston,” one page, lightly-lined, 5.5 x 8.75, December 7, 1877. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “Please send me by express the books mentioned in your recent note…Dunlop’s History of Fiction…Browne’s Highland Clans…

Wordsworth’s Greece.” In fine condition, with mild scattered creases and a fingerprint to the lower border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lee’s most famous wartime photograph 524. Robert E. Lee. Scarce original 5 x 7 (oval) albumen portrait on a 6.75 x 8.75 mount, the full-length image, originally taken by Julian Vannerson in 1864, depicting Lee in dress uniform, his DeVisme presentation sword given to him by the ladies of Baltimore in one hand and his gloves in the other, signed in ink on the image “R. E. Lee.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 17.5. In fair to good condition, with scattered emulsion losses and abrasions to image (mainly to background), light water spotting (touching face, body, and signature; not affecting legibility), scattered toning and soiling, and subtle feathering of ink. The signature is otherwise dark and bold. Lee is quite elusive in signed images of this size.

An impressive image of Lee, taken during the lull before the start of Grant’s bloody spring offensive in 1864. Of only eight photographs of Lee known to have been taken during the Civil War, the present is the only full standing portrait. “The standing view is especially notable in that Lee is wearing both his military sash and his dress sword--the only time he was ever photographed in his sash” (Meredith, The Face of Robert E. Lee, p. 40). Lee disliked sitting for photographs, which explains the paucity of wartime views.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Lee’s final portrait 525. Robert E. Lee. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Boude and Miley of Lexington, Virginia, signed below the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 6 x 8. In very good condition, with some scattered spots, image a shade light, an area of surface loss to background and a small brush to second initial in signature. One of the most coveted of Civil War personalities, with a particularly bold signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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526. Douglas MacArthur.

TLS, one page, 7.75 x 10.25, February 15, 1956. Brief letter of thanks for birthday wishes.

In full: “Thank you for your birthday greeting. I appreciate your thoughtfulness more than I can say.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Maury writes of the development of a naval telescope

529. Matthew F. Maury. Naval officer and oceanographer (1806– 1873) who published the first textbook of modern oceanography.

LS signed “M. F. Maury,” one page both sides, lightly-lined, 8 x 10, June 24, 1845. Letter to Professor Alexander Twining, penned while Superintendent of the Depot of Charts and Instruments of the Navy Department at Washington, regarding a naval telescope. In part: “I have had a conversation with Commodore Crane relative to your eye piece. The authority given to him and through him to me in the case, is based upon your propositions to the Secretary of the Navy. The date of the letter I do not now recollect but, it was the letter with which you enclosed one from Bache. The Commodore suggests and I can concur with him, that you had better have the exclusive contract of the mechanical execution of your contrivance…and then I will take it up and pronounce upon its practical operation.” In fine condition, with a light vertical fold through a single letter of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 527. George C. Marshall. Vintage matte-finish 10.75 x 13.75

photo by Waltz of Washington, D. C., signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To John Snyder, with warm regards, G. C. Marshall.” In fine condition, with a caption affixed to bottom of image, some light bends and creases, and a bit of scattered light silvering. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

528. George C. Marshall. TLS

signed “G. C. Marshall,” one page, 6.5 x 8.5, American National Red Cross, National Headquarters letterhead, January 7, 1950. Letter to Secretary of the Treasury John Snyder. In part: “You never forget me and I am very grateful for your birthday greetings…Mrs. Marshall and I spent Christmas in Pinehurst and then went down to Baruch’s place where there was fine quail shooting.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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530. George G. Meade.

Union general (1815–1872) best known for leading his troops to a commanding victory over Lee’s Confederates at Gettysburg in one of the pivotal battles of the Civil War. ALS signed “Geo. G. Meade,” one page both sides, 4 x 5, personal letterhead, September 15, 1871. Letter to his family doctor. In full: “George is laid up today. He does not deem it necessary to send for you, but I think if you can without inconvenience drop in it would be well. He tells me he has had for more than a week past profuse perspirations at night and that he feels severely weakened by them.” Second integral page bears a note in pencil, transmitting the letter to an autograph collector.

In very good to fine condition, with slight tape-repaired separations to mailing and adjoining folds, and trivial scattered soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

531. George G. Meade. Original

2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by an anonymous studio, signed below the image in black ink, “Geo. C. Meade, Maj. Genl. U.S.A.” In very good condition, with trimmed top edge, clipped bottom corners and some scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

532. Chester W. Nimitz. Two

items: one 3.75 x 5 matte-finish portrait of Nimitz, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral”; and one TLS signed “C. W. Nimitz,” one page, 8 x 10.5, personal naval letterhead, October 30, 1961, transmitting the signed photo. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by an FDC with a stamped cachet honoring the USS Nimitz, signed by his wife and four children. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

534. Montgomery of Alamein.

ALS, one page both sides, 6.5 x 8, Headquarters British Army of the Rhine letterhead, September 5, 1946.

Letter to “My dear Simbo,” attempting to reschedule a meeting. In part: “I understand there is an Army Council meeting…Will you have the meeting changed, if S of S will agree?…That will give time for members to read my memorandum on the Post-war Army. I propose to circulate this to all members…and say I would like it discussed…I shall try and get it adopted as the Army Council’s long term plan to which we all work.” Double-suede-matted and framed, so both sides may be read, with a portrait of Montgomery and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 21.5 x 17. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, paper loss to top edge, pencil notation to top, and some scattered light toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I intend to advise Harrison to make test cases & appoint some negro Postmasters in Boston & other places. The North in fact never has accepted the Constitutional amendments— a doctor ought to be willing to take his own medicine” 533. John S. Mosby. Exceptional ALS signed “Jno S.

Mosby,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, December 1. Letter to “Chinn.” In part: “the 2d. Auditor (who I believe is Frank Ruffin) published a letter in...wh. he goes for ‘the Sheriff’ about his negro policy, inviting Fred Douglas to the White House & c…The election returns from Va….show that Mahone led the party to defeat. In nine Congressional districts Harrison made an average gain of 850 votes on the vote of 84.

In Mahone’s district he lost over 3000...If Harrison had held the Republican votes of Petersburg he wd. have been elected….I intend to advise Harrison to make test cases & appoint some negro Postmasters in Boston & other places. The North in fact never has accepted the Constitutional amendments—a doctor ought to be willing to take his own medicine. I don’t know any man in Virginia fit to go into Harrison’s Cabinet except Judge Hughes & I have written to him urging him to appoint him.”

Partial separations along horizontal mailing folds and hinge, and scattered toning and soiling, heavier to first page, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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536. Chester Nimitz. Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 4.75 photo of Nimitz

signing the Japanese surrender aboard the USS Missouri, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To J. R. Franks—Best wishes—C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral, USN.” Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 12.25. In very good condition, with scattered creases, a couple light brushes to inscription and rank, a tack hole to top border, and a bit of light silvering. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Incredibly early Nimitz portrait, inscribed to his “trusty wife” 537. Chester Nimitz. Gallant vintage

matte-finish 3.5 x 5 portrait of Nimitz affixed to a 7.5 x 9.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “To my trusty wife—Chester W. Nimitz, USN.” Mount is also signed in pencil by the photographer. Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 19.5. In fine condition. A truly one-of-a-kind piece with a warm inscription from the steely-eyed admiral. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Perry,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, March 22, 1849. Letter to his nephew, James DeWolf Perry. In part: “I returned last Evening from Washington.

While there, I took steps to further the business calling on Mr. Green [sic] he informed me that he had received letters assuring him that you had withdrawn your application and no longer had any intention of urging your claims. He said that one of the letters giving this information was from Mr. Bullock…It would have given me much pleasure to render my poor aid, but after the declaration by Mr. Green [sic] I thought it useless to go further.” Intersecting folds, some show-through from writing on opposing sides, and a lightly trimmed right edge and slight paper loss to second integral page, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by photocopies of drafts from James DeWolf Perry to his uncle and Senator Albert C. Greene, requesting help in obtaining the post of Collector for the Port of Bristol, Rhode Island, and a copy of a different response by Matthew Perry. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ogden approves payment for shoeing horses for Hamilton’s army raised in anticipation of a French invasion 538. Aaron Ogden. Soldier, senator, and the fifth governor of New Jersey (1756–1839).

Handwritten endorsement, “Approved, Aa. Ogden, DQMG,” at the bottom of a manuscript DS, signed “Wm. Stackhouse,” one page, 8.25 x 6.5, dated on the reverse July 31, 1800. A receipt for shoeing two horses reads, “To Shoeing 2 public horses from ye 1st April to this day—four Months—Dolls. 4.—$4. Received payment of the above four dollars of Elias B. Dayton Agent &.” Signed by Stackhouse and endorsed at the bottom

by Ogden. Three vertical folds and scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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539. Matthew Perry. ALS signed “M. C.

540. David Porter. ALS signed “D. Porter,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, December 15, 1817. Letter to an unknown recipient, headed at the top “To be Sold Cheap.” In part: “Eight excellent work horses… marked in the Harre Boat which plied between George Town and Alexandria—They may be seen at the Stable on Meridian Hill.”

Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, some paper loss to edges, and a couple of creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

541. David D. Porter. Admiral

(1813–1891) who helped improve the Navy as the Superintendent of the US Naval Academy after significant service in the American Civil War. ALS, one page, lightlylined, 8 x 13.5, Naval Yard, Portsmouth, N. H., July 7, 1857. Letter to Commodore Pickering. In part: “In obedience to regulations, the engines were exercised yesterday… and were found to be in good order and ready for use.” In fine condition, with a bit of light edge toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

543. Eddie Rickenbacker.

TLS, one page, 7 x 9.25, Eastern Air Lines letterhead, August 20, 1963. Letter to Nathaniel Adamson, a member of the John Birch Society’s National Council, regarding an invitation to become a member. In part: “I am a free agent…and there is nothing in the world I want in the way of power, money or political aplomb. Furthermore, since I fear no man, woman or child living, I can say what is on my conscience without being worried about the smear artists or Washington, because only God can tell me what to do.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy 10 x 8 photo of Doolittle in the cockpit of a biplane. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Sheridan informs the secretary of war “Genl Miles is already in command of the expedition to the Indian Territory”

544. Philip H. Sheridan. Union general (1831–1888) whose

542. Thomas Hart Ruffin. Delegate to the Confederate Provisional

Congress and CSA colonel of the First North Carolina Cavalry who was mortally wounded in combat (1820–1863). Ink signature, “Tho: Ruffin, Goldsboro, North Carolina,” on an off-white 4.75 x 1.75 slip.

In fine condition, with mild scattered toning and soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite portrait. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

cavalry command blocked Lee’s escape at Appomattox. ALS signed “P. H. Sheridan,” one page both sides, 5 x 7, August 2, 1874. Letter to Secretary of War William Belknap. In full: “Genl Miles is already in command of the expedition to the Indian Territory. Genl Pope asked me some time ago if I had any officers to which I explained that I would be delighted to have him go in command.” A central vertical fold, through a single letter of signature, a few light creases, an ink notation and moisture spot to first page, and mounting remnants to reverse of second integral page, otherwise fine condition. Miles would lead many campaigns against the American Indian tribes in the Great Plains, including a defeat of the Comanche. An interesting letter with great association between four esteemed Union commanders. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredible group of signatures from Sherman and his staff 545. William T. Sherman and Staff. Ink

signature, “W. T. Sherman, Lt. Genl.,” on an off-white 3.5 x 6.75 sheet.

Also signed by a slew of members of his staff: William Augustus Nichols, Nathan W. Brown, Henry Francis Clarke, Lewis M. Dayton, James C. McCoy, Eugene H. Abadie, Anthony Heger, William H. Scott, David Taggart, William Emery Merrill, Charles W. Thomas, John Wesley Turner, Francis Henry Bates, Andrew V. Cherbonnier, and Frank E. Brownell. Professionally inlaid into a larger off-white sheet. Scattered toning and a small taperepaired tear to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

546. William T. Sherman.

Ink signature, “I am as ever your friend, W. T. Sherman, General,” on an off-white 4.75 x 2 slip clipped from the conclusion of a letter. Affixed with a portrait of Sherman to an off-white 8 x 10.5 sheet. Intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature), light scattered soiling, and show-through from writing to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

547. William T. Sherman. One of Sherman’s

engraved visiting cards, with his name and St. Louis address on the front, signed on the reverse in black ink, “W. T. Sherman, General.”

In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Sherman’s pass for two officers—one a Rebel—from the day he forwarded Johnston’s signed surrender 548. William T. Sherman. War-dated ADS, signed “W. T. Sherman, Maj Genl Cmdg,” one page, 7.25 x 9.25, April 19, 1865. Pass issued to two officers, including one Confederate. In full: “Guards & pickets will pass the Bearers Maj Haines & Capt Folger to Raleigh with leave to come and Return.” Matted and framed with a small portrait and a name plaque to an overall size of 17.75 x 13.75. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases and wrinkles and some light mirroring of text at bottom edge. A week after Lee’s surrender, Sherman received a message from General Johnston requesting a cessation of hostilities and the opening of peace negotiations. Two days later, Sherman offered Johnston military and civil terms of surrender to which he agreed. Unfortunately, U. S. Grant disapproved of the terms because it included civil provisions. He instructed him to give the 48-hour notice required by the terms of the truce, and afterward to proceed to attack or follow him. On April 26, Johnston, with Haines present, surrendered on the same terms as General Robert E. Lee. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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549. William T. Sherman. Riggs and Co. bank check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Sherman, “W. T. Sherman,” payable to V. G. Fischer for $4.16, July 26, 1882. Triple-matted and framed with a portrait of Sherman and a small plaque to an overall size of 21.75 x 14.5. In fine condition, with cancellation cut to center of check, and a second crisp cancellation touching a couple letters of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

550. Pierre S o u l e .

Confederate general and accused spy (1801–1870) who was captured by Federal troops in 1861. Scarce franking signature, “Free Pierre Soule,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 slip which is affixed to a slightly larger slip. Thin strip of toning through “Free,” toning to edges from adhesive, and some light wrinkling and creasing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

552. Fletcher Webster. Uncommon ALS, one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, August 11, 1842. Letter to Secretary of the Senate Asbury Dickens. In part: “They must send the original treaty to the printers—they will replace & dust it & it must be kept here always. They will have a perfect copy to be compared with the original.” Second integral page is inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), a small hole to the upper left, and a few erased pencil notations to the top, otherwise fine condition. The Webster-Ashburton Treaty was signed on August 9, two days before this letter was written, which resolved border issues between the United States and North American British colonies. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

551. William T. Sherman. ALS signed “W. T.

Sherman, General,” three pages on two lightly-lined adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Headquarters Army of the United States letterhead, January 27, 1873. Letter to Joseph Shepard. In part: “Mrs. Bowman has kindly sent me your letter…with the map and various newspaper slips, illustration of your proposition to build an inland canal from the mouth of the Rio Grande to Port Royal, SC. Of course here I have the opportunity of watching the various schemes which are daily passed on the attention of Congress…the papers filled…connected with the building the Great Railway to California it would be worse than idle to ask Congress to entertain any proposition however meritorious. Again, before discussing proposals for Great Canals, and Railways the political and Industrial condition of the South must be answered and this seems to be a hard job. I would much rather you should approach Congress through some other person than me because I know that members are very jealous of the Military authorities, and any grand project would rather be damaged than advanced by our advocacy.” A couple of partial separations along horizontal folds, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Bold letter by a major soldier 553. Marshal Tu r e n n e .

Henri de la Tour d’Auvergne, Vicomte de Turenne (1611– 1675) was the most famous French military leader during the early reign of Louis XIV, who became Marshal General of France. Uncommon ALS signed vertically in the left border, one page, 6 x 8.25, April 27, 1636.

Untranslated letter to the bishop of Mandé on military matters, mentioning Cardinal de la Valette. Autograph address panel maintains his original seals and silk ribbons. In very good condition, with intersecting folds and scattered foxing and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

554. Lew Wa l l a c e .

ALS, one page, 6 x 7.5, April 5, 1886. Letter to an unidentified recipient. In full: “Yours just in.

Glad to hear of your success. This as much on your account as my own.

April the 16th will suit me for the appearance in Lafayette, if it will you. Consider it, and let me know, that I may fix my list accordingly. It will give you ample time to double the assurance of success. I repeat again, don’t let me have to take any money out of your pocket. Tell John Sample that I will write him specially. I am delighted with what you say of Moses Fowler.” In fine condition, with some light toning to edges from previous display. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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555. Duke of Wellington. ALS signed “Wellington,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, London, February 3, 1851. Letter in his difficult to decipher hand mentioning Hyde Park. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 556. Joseph Wheeler. ALS, one

page both sides, 8.25 x 11, McClean Arms and Ordnance letterhead, February 24, 1905. Letter to his wife. In part: “I enclose a bill together with a check to pay it unless you have paid it already. I wrote the letter to Mr. Martin as requested by Annie. I was glad to do so.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

557. Joseph Wheeler. ALS,

two pages, 8.5 x 11, The American Club, City of Mexico letterhead, January 14, 1905. Letter to his daughter. In part: “I have just been to call upon…

Mrs. General Lazelle. She married General Lazelle last fall. She is a French lady about 28 or 30 & he a widower of about 71. I then went to a reception by Senora Sepulveda…She has four cousins who are writing her from California…Their grand-father was an officer or General in the Royal Spanish Army & was sent by the King as a Governor of California or a part of it.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Wheeler’s hand, including his surname, “Wheeler,” twice. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

558. Zenji Abe MB $100

559. American Fighter Aces

560. Atomic Bomb

561. Atomic Bomb

562. Band of Brothers

563. Battle of Okinawa

564. Battle of the Bulge

565. Marcel Bigeard

566. Black Sheep Squadron

567. Black Sheep Squadron

568.

569. Jose Caminero

570. Leonard Cheshire

571. Chief Joseph Medicine Crow

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British Submarine Commanders MB $100

572. D-Day MB $100

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573. D-Day: Bill Millin MB $100

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574. James H. Doolittle

575. Doolittle’s Raiders

576. Hugh Elwood

577. Enola Gay

578. Enola Gay MB $100

579. Enola Gay: Paul Tibbets

580. Bob Feller

581. Fighter Aces

582. Eugene Fluckey

583. Flying Tigers

584. Gabby Gabreski

585. Gabby Gabreski

586. Guadalcanal

587. Davis Hargraves

588. Weldon Honeycutt

589. Iwo Jima

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592. Iwo Jima: Charles Lindberg

593. Iwo Jima: Charles Lindberg

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596. Lawrence Johnston and Harold Agnew

597. Korean War: Medal of Honor Recipients

598. Iwo Jima: Charles Lindberg

599. Medal of Honor Recipients

600. Medal of Honor Recipients

601. Medal of Honor Recipients

602. Military

603. Military Leaders

604. Navajo Code Talkers

605. Chester Nimitz and Pacific Veterans

590. Iwo Jima

591. Iwo Jima

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594. Japanese Surrender MB $150

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595. Bushrod Johnson

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606. Chester Nimitz MB $100

607. Nuremberg Trial Guards

608. Hiroo Onoda

609. Pacific Fighter Aces

610. Pearl Harbor

611. Pearl Harbor MB $100

612. Hank Potter, Rex Barber, and Charles Lindberg

613. Colin Powell

614. Colin Powell

615. Mohinder Pujji

616. Eddie Rickenbacker

617. Steve Ritchie

618. Robert L. Scott

619. John Singlaub

620. Paul Tibbets and Charles Lindberg

621. Tuskegee Airmen

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622. Vietnam: Roger Donlon

623. Roy ‘Butch’ Voris

626. WWII: 101st Airborne Elite

624. William Westmoreland

625. WWII Legends

627. WWII: Battle of Midway

628. WWII: D-Day Rangers

629. WWII: Pacific Theater

630. WWII: Patton’s Third Army

631. WWII: POW Great Escape

632. WWII: POW Great Raid

633. WWII: Rangers Elite

634. WWII: WASP Pilots

635. Haruo Yoshino

636. Louis Zamperini

637. Zemke’s Wolf Pack

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space & aviation 638. Buzz Aldrin. Color

9.25 x 7.25 photo of Aldrin standing by the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip.

Matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 14. In fine condition, with Aldrin’s signature a couple shades light, but still completely legible. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

642. Buzz Aldrin. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Aldrin, “Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr.,” payable to Desert AA Round Up for $15, June 5, 1981. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

639. Buzz Aldrin. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

644. ALT Crews 1 and 2. Two photos:

640. Buzz Aldrin.

From Earth. First edition, first printing. NY: Bantam Books, 1989.

Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 312 pages. Signed on the half-title page in blue felt tip. General wear and two labels affixed to dust jacket, and a clipped price, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

641. Buzz Aldrin.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Aldrin on the lunar surface, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Bill Wirtz, With best wishes, Buzz Aldrin.”

In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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643. Buzz Aldrin. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin in his white space suit, signed in blue felt tip, “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

one color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the first crew, signed in black felt tip by Gordon Fullerton and signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To the Sisterhood— Best wishes, Fred Haise, Enterprise Commander, Apollo 13”; and one color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the second crew, signed in black felt tip by Richard Truly and signed and inscribed, “To Mr. A. C. Dabinett, Best regards, Joe Engle.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

645. Neil Armstrong. Color

8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip “To Jane Evans—With best wishes—Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with a few light bends and creases and signature and inscription just a shade light.

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

Uninscribed Apollo 11 crew portrait signed shortly after their mission 646. Apollo 11. Color 9.25 x 7 NASA photo of the Apollo 11 crew posing in their space suits against a lunar background, signed in black felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin. Photo is affixed to a slightly larger mount and mounted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 11. Dated on the mount by the original recipient, “August 16, 1969.”

Trimmed edges, a few surface impressions, and a vertical crease coming down from top edge, otherwise fine condition.

Consignor indicates the signatures were originally acquired by his godfather at a luncheon, attended the same day as a ceremony for the Apollo 11 crew at the Houston Astrodome. He also notes that the crease in the photo was the result of Neil Armstrong’s son sitting on the photo.

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

648. Neil Armstrong.

647. Neil Armstrong. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed in black felt tip. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 14.75. A few light bends and ripples and two first man on the moon stamps affixed above signature covering an inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Program cover from the May 29, 1976, Salute to Aviation, 3.5 x 9, held at Johnson County Executive Airport in Olathe, Kansas, where Armstrong was the guest of honor.

Nicely signed in black ballpoint. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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Scarce Flying Tigers reunion program signed by the first man on the moon

649. Neil Armstrong. Vintage program for Ojai ’75, a 1975 Fly-

ing Tigers reunion event, 9 x 12, 12 pages, signed on a biography page in green ballpoint by Armstrong. In very good to fine condition, with light wear to spine and covers, and faint dampstaining to the lower right of the signed page, which in no way affects the signature or general appearance of the piece. Accompanied by a photocopied booklet with extensive information about the event.

Armstrong was honored at the event as the “1975 Flying Tiger Pilot Award Winner,” adding this award to a collection including the NASA Exceptional Service Medal and Presidential Medal of Freedom. This is an extremely scarce item, as the event had approximately 200 attendees. The limited number of people with the opportunity to receive this program and have it signed make this an especially scarce piece, made even more desirable by the aviation association and lack of an inscription. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

650. Neil Armstrong.

Highly-desirable and very nice glossy 8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo of Armstrong in a jacket and tie, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Uninscribed photos of Armstrong represent one of the most coveted prizes in the entire field of space collecting.

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

652. Neil Armstrong. Felt tip signature, “Neil Armstrong,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card with collector’s notation along top edge. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence.

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

One hundred dollar bill from the first man on the moon, with amazing provenance including original photos of Armstrong in the cockpit of the plane that started him in aviation

651. Neil Armstrong. Series 1969 one hundred dollar bill signed on the reverse in black ballpoint

by Armstrong. Signature was acquired at an airfield on May 29, 1976, and is accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient. He writes, in full: “I met Neil Armstrong on May 29, 1976. He really wanted to fly in the 1929 Ford Tri Motor Airliner. While we were loading out passengers, he and I were in the cockpit visiting and he told me that his dad had bought him a ride when he was seven years old and that he made up his mind that aviation was going to be his career. I asked if I could get his autograph and he said sure. I had given all my small cash to the ticket agents selling our rides, all I had was a hundred dollar bill and a two dollar bill. I said Neil do you mind signing these? He smiled and said not if you don’t. I met Neil at events later, he always came over to see how the Tri Ford Motor and I were doing.” Also accompanied by two original color satin-finish 10 x 8 photos of Armstrong at the airfield, one of Neil in the cockpit of the Ford Tri Motor and the other of Armstrong and the bill’s recipient posing together. Both of these photos were used in a newspaper article on the front page of the August 30, 2012, Ottawa Herald, recounting Armstrong’s visit, a copy of which is also included. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 140 | March 13, 2013 | SPACE & AVIATION

Beautifully signed uninscribed NASA portrait of the first man on the moon

653. Neil Armstrong.

Extremely desirable uninscribed color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Uninscribed photos of Armstrong represent one of the most coveted prizes in the entire field of space collecting. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

654. Astronauts. Collection of 14 items consisting of FDCs, philatelic souvenirs, pamphlets, a photo, and a letter, each signed in ink or felt tip by the astronaut(s) featured, with some adding inscriptions. Signers are: two items from the Apollo 15 crew, signed

by Al Worden and Jim Irwin, both bearing autopen signatures of Dave Scott; two Jim Irwin pamphlets, each signed on the front by Irwin, with printed signatures on the backs of both; Ed Mitchell; James Lovell; Al Worden, Ron Evans, and Robert McCall; James Lovell and Frank Borman; Charlie Duke; Frank Borman; Richard Gordon, Charles Conrad, and Alan Bean; Ron Evans; and a photo and letter from Gordon Cooper. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) 655. Aviation. Com-

memorative cover with a cachet honoring the 75th anniversary of the Wright brothers’ flight, signed in felt tip and ink by 11 aviation greats including Paul Tibbets, Scott Crossfield, Chuck Yeager, Pete Everest, and Joe Kittinger. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

656. Felix Baumgartner.

Stunning color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Baumgartner emerging from his capsule and preparing to jump, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

657.

Felix B a u m g a r t n e r.

Remarkable color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Baumgartner preparing to make a test jump, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

658. Felix Baumgartn e r. M a j e s t i c

color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Baumgartner free falling, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

659. Alan Bean. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Bean conducting experiments on the lunar surface, signed in silver ink, “An island of refuge in an ocean of storms.

Alan Bean, Apollo 12.” In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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660. Frank Borman.

Printed biblical quote of Genesis 1:1,16, on a color 6 x 4 card, also bearing two postage stamps, one of Apollo 8, and a 1978 postal cancellation, signed in black felt tip by Borman. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

664. Gene Cernan. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cernan in his white space suit, signed in blue felt tip, “Gene Cernan, Last Man on Moon, Apollo XVII.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

661. Frank Borman.

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Borman addressing Congress upon the return of Apollo 8, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Frank Borman, ‘Apollo 8.’” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

662. Scott Carpenter. Two photos:

one glossy 8 x 10 of Carpenter in a convertible at Pad 14, signed in blue felt tip, “Pad 14—Aurora 7 Pre-Lunch 1962, Scott Carpenter”; and one satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Carpenter emerging from the ocean, signed at the top in blue felt tip, “Water Egress Training for Aurora 7 flight, Scott Carpenter.” In overall very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

663. Gene Cernan.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Cernan saluting the flag on the moon, signed in blue felt tip, “Gene Cernan, Last Man on Moon, Apollo XVII.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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665. Challenger: Christa McAuliffe. Photocopied newspaper article from the December 27, 1985, issue of the Orlando Sentinel, 6.5 x 5, signed in the blank left border in black ballpoint, “S. Christa McAuliffe.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold passing through a couple letters of signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

666. Challenger: Ron McNair.

Two commemorative covers: one with a stamped cachet honoring the space shuttle flight readiness firing, signed in felt tip and ballpoint

by Ron McNair and three NASA officials; and one with a stamped cachet honoring the solid rocket motor test, signed in black felt tip and ballpoint by McNair and two others. In overall fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

667. Challenger: Christa McAuliffe. Commemorative cover with a stamped cachet honoring the 4th flight duration cluster, 574 seconds, signed in the lower right in black ballpoint “S. Christa McAuliffe.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

671. Challenger: Judy Resnick. Commemo-

668. Challenger: Ellison Onizuka. NASA astronaut

who perished aboard the ill-fated mission in 1986.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes—Ellison Onizuka.” In fine condition, with a light bend to top right and a bit of light border toning. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

669. Challenger: Ellison Onizuka. Two commemorative

covers: one with a stamped cachet honoring astronaut training at the LBJ Space Center, signed in blue felt tip by Onizuka, “Ellison S. Onizuka, Space Shuttle Mission Specialist Astronaut,” and black felt tip by three others; and one with a stamped cachet honoring the space shuttle main engine, signed in felt tip and ballpoint by Onizuka, Sally Ride, and two others. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

670. Challenger: Judy Resnick. Two commemorative covers: one with a stamped cachet honoring the Grumman Gulfstream II, signed in black felt tip by Judy Resnick and Bob Crippen; and one with a cachet honoring the third Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster firing, signed in black felt tip by Judy Resnick and Joseph P. Allen. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

rative cover with a cachet honoring astronaut candidates, signed in black felt tip by Judy Resnick and Rhea Seddon. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

672. Challenger: Dick Scobee. Two

commemorative covers: one with a typed cachet honoring the illfated Space Shuttle 51L, signed in black felt tip, “Dick Scobee, 29 May 85”; and one with a cachet honoring the first shuttle gimbal test, signed in black ballpoint and felt tip by Scobee and John Fabian. In overall fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

673.

Challenger: Mike Smith. Com-

memorative cover with a stamped cachet honoring astronaut training at the LBJ Space Center, signed in black ballpoint, “Michael J. Smith, Space Shuttle Pilot.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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678. Gordon Cooper. Color

674. Michael Collins. Color

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the launchpad, signed in black felt tip, “Gemini Titan 5 spacecraft before our world record breaking flight!

Gordon Cooper, 1965.” In fine condition, with a stray ink mark to the lower right. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

8 x 10 NASA photo of Collins posing in his space suit against a lunar background, signed in black ink. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases to lower portion of image. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

679. Gordon Cooper. Com-

675. Charles Conrad. Two

commemorative covers, one with a cachet honoring the Apollo 12 US Navy recovery force, the other honoring the 10th anniversary of their mission, each signed in black ink

by Conrad. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

memorative cover with a cachet honoring the 10th anniversary of Cooper’s Mercury flight, signed in blue ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

676. Charles Conrad. Moon

Shot comic book by Pepper Pike Graphix, 1994, 6.5 x 10.25, 35 pages, signed on the front cover in gold ink

by Conrad. In fine condition, with a slight brush to signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

680. Gordon Cooper. Two pho-

tos: one satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cooper in his Mercury space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Checking instrument panel from Mercury Spacecraft #20, Gordon Cooper”; and one glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Cooper being examined by a doctor, signed in blue felt tip, “Pre-flight physical for Faith 7 flight, Gordon Cooper, 1963.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

677. Gordon Cooper.

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cooper in his Mercury spacesuit, signed in black felt tip, “Gordon Cooper, Faith 7, 1963.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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681. Gordon Cooper. Two

photos: one glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Cooper during a preflight briefing, signed in blue felt tip, “Gemini 5 preflight chat w NASA flight coordinator, Gordon Cooper, Command Pilot, Aug, 17, 1965”; and one glossy 10 x 8 photo of Cooper surrounded by observers, signed in blue felt tip. In overall very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

682. Gordon Cooper.

686. Steve Fossett. Color

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Cooper posing with a globe, signed in blue felt tip, “Gordon Cooper, original 7 Mercury astronaut.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 5 x 7 photo of Fossett posing with his Spirit of Freedom balloon after his around-the-world flight, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

683. Walt Cunningham.

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cunningham posing with a model of a space capsule, signed in black felt tip, “Walt Cunningham, Apollo 7, 8/25/00.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

684. Bill Dana.Col-

687. Gemini: Cernan and Lovell. Two com-

memorative covers, both with stamped cachets honoring the 10th anniversaries of Gemini 9 and 12 missions, along with small affixed cachets, signed in black felt tip by Gene Cernan and James Lovell respectively. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

688. Robert Gilliland. Test pilot who has

lection of five identical 10 x 8 color satin-finish photos of Dana standing in front of his test plane, each signed in black felt tip by Dana, adding the date of signing to some of the photos. In fine condition.Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

logged more experimental supersonic flight test time above Mach 2 and Mach 3 than any other pilot. Scale model (1/72) of the SR-71 Blackbird signed in silver ink on the left side “Robert J. Gilliland 3-20-04” adding on the right side “First Flight SR-71 22 Dec ‘64.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a color 11 x 8.5 laser print image of him in front of the plane with a printed signature inherent to the original photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

685. Ron Evans.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Donald Kramer. Best wishes, Ron Evans, Apollo 17, Sept 82.”

In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

689. John Glenn. Color

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Glenn in his Mercury space suit, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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690. John Glenn. Two items:

one glossy 8 x 10 photo of Glenn as senator, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip, “To Kevin—John Glenn”; and one TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, United States Senate letterhead, December 3, 1992. In part: “Thank you very much for sending the miniature book of Bible verses containing an inscription by my father.” In a handwritten postscript, Glenn adds, “Many thanks—my Dad passed out thousands of the small testaments during his life, but I did not have one, so it’s particularly welcome.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

694. Fred Haise and Gene Kranz.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Kranz watching an image of Fred Haise on a large screen at Mission Control, signed in silver ink, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP” and “Gene Kranz, Flight.”

In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

691. John Glenn.

695. Fred Haise and Gene Kranz. Color

Two photos: one color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Glenn in his Mercury helmet, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Hans—John Glenn”; and one glossy 8 x 10 photo of Glenn, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip, “To Allenby P. School—with best regards, John Glenn.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Kranz watching an image of Fred Haise on a large screen at mission control, signed in black felt tip, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP,” and signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Kendra, Aim High! Gene Kranz.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

692. John Glenn. Color

696. Fred Haise.

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Glenn in flight, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Two color satin-finish 8 x 10 photos of Haise, each signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In overall fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

693. S. David Griggs. NASA astronaut (1939-1989) credited with conducting the first unscheduled extra-vehicular activity of the space program. He was killed when the vintage World War II training aircraft he was piloting crashed near Earle, Arkansas. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Bill, Best Wishes, S. D. Griggs.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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697. Jim Irwin. Color 10 x

8 NASA photo of Irwin saluting the flag on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip below a pre-printed sentiment. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The legendary astronomer reviews a “fair and rather thrilling” book on modern science 698. Edwin Hubble. Astronomer (1889–1953) regarded as one of the most important obser-

vational cosmologists of the 20th century. The orbiting Hubble Telescope is named after him.

Rare ALS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Carnegie Institution of Washington, Mount Wilson Observatory letterhead, March 6, 1935. Letter to Mr. Jaffe. In full: “Tolman has passed your mss. on to me and I am sending along to you after showing it to Humason. I made a few minor notes and suggestions (pencilled on the mss. or scribbled on a piece of scratch paper). You have surely caught the real excitement of research although your style exhibits a certain lack of restraint that may not be universally favored. Although it is entirely out of my field, I might add that the ad hoc philosophical suggestions of Wold and Clark are not taken seriously by the theoretical people while Zwicky and Milne, whom you do not mention, are treated with respect even by those who disagree with them. I would urge that you reconsider using Shapley’s remark anent the louse and the lilac bush. It is so utterly different from the prevailing tone of your previous remarks that it registers as a harsh anti-climax. These are about all the exceptions I can think of.

By and large the presentation is fair and rather thrilling.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Shortly after beginning his distinguished career as a chemistry teacher in New York City, Columbia graduate Bernard Jaffe began writing a book on the ‘adventures of modern science.’ Touching on the heavy-hitters in a wide range of subjects (from genetics to astronomy to anthropology), Jaffe submitted his work to the celebrated men for their revisions and approval prior to its publication. Hubble, one of the featured scientists, returned Jaffe’s manuscript with “a few minor notes and suggestions” and this letter, offering his opinion on other sections of the book as well: “Although it is entirely out of my field, I might add that the ad hoc philosophical suggestions of Wold and Clark are not taken seriously by the theoretical people while Zwickey and Milne… are treated with respect even by those who disagree with them.” Outposts of Science: A Journey to the Workshops of Our Leading Men of Research was published eight months later by Simon and Schuster and received positive reviews. An excellent letter containing several of the biggest names in astronomy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

699. Jim Irwin.

Signed Launch date postal cover, bearing a Smithsonian Astrophysical Observing Station Greece stamp in the upper left, and a Greek launch date postal cancellation, signed in black ink by Irwin. In fine condition, with a printed address to lower portion of cover. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

701. Joe Kittinger. Two commemorative covers with printed cachets honoring Kittinger’s historic free fall, each signed in black ink, “Joe W. Kittinger.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

700. Charles Lindbergh. Signed book: Of Flight and Life. First edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1948. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.5, 56 pages. Signed and inscribed in black ink on the half-title page, “To Ernest Prialleux, with best wishes from Charles A. Lindbergh, August 1948.” Autographic condition: a uniform shade of mild toning to signed page, and some slight feathering of ink to signature and inscription, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Navy cloth-covered boards; soiling to exterior; gilt title on spine darkened; yellowing and light foxing to textblock edges and first/last few pages; very slightly shelf-cocked; small commemorative flight stamp to front pastedown. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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702. Robert McCall. Six original

signed pastel and/or ink sketches: five on individual FDCs, each featuring different commemorative cachets, ranging in size from 6.5 x 3.5 to 7.5 x 4.25, each signed in black ink, “Robert T. McCall.”

Scenes include shuttle flights, celestial bodies, and astronauts; one ink sketch of a shuttle launch on the reverse of one of McCall’s business cards; and an ink signature on the reverse of another business card. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned personal business card. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

706. Moonwalkers: Mitchell, Cernan, and Duke.

Three color NASA photos: one 8 x 10 photo of Gene Cernan in his white space suit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip; one 10 x 8 photo of Edgar Mitchell in front of the Apollo 14 emblem, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint; and one 8 x 10 photo of Charlie Duke in his white space suit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

703. Mercury Astronauts. FDC bearing a

February 20, 1962 (John Glenn’s launch date), Cape Canaveral postmark, signed on the front in ink and felt tip by John Glenn, Wally Schirra, Deke Slayton, Gordon Cooper, Scott Carpenter, and Alan Shepard, who has inscribed it “To Bob.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an ANS from Gordon Cooper which reads, “I will be happy to sign your FDC.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

704. Mercury Astronauts. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the lunar surface, with the earth rising in the background, signed in black felt tip

by Gene Kranz, Chris Kraft, Glynn Lunney, and Gerry Griffin. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

708. Sally Ride. Color 8 x

a small rocket being moved to a launch pad, signed in black felt tip by Gordon Cooper, Scott Carpenter, Deke Slayton, and John Glenn, and in blue felt tip by Wally Schirra. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface creases.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

10 NASA photo of Ride with a shuttle model behind her, signed in black felt tip, “Sally K. Ride.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

705. Mercury Astronauts. Glossy

10 x 8 photo of the Mercury astronauts showing a model rocket to President Nixon, signed in blue felt tip by Scott Carpenter, Wally Schirra, and Gordon Cooper.

In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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707. NASA Flight Controllers. Color

709. Sally Ride.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Ride with a large shuttle model, signed in black felt tip, “Sally K. Ride.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

710. Wally Schirra.

714. Wally Schirra. Two photos: one

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schirra posing in front of a Mercury capsule model, signed in blue felt tip, adding the Mercury symbol underneath his signature. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Schirra at the Gemini Launch Vehicle Review Meeting, signed in blue felt tip, “Gemini 3 Meeting, Wally Schirra, Backup CDR”; and one satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schirra riding in a convertible during a parade, signed in blue felt tip, “Houston’s ‘Welcome Parade,’ Wally Schirra.” In overall very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

711. Wally Schirra.

Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Schirra during balancing of the Gemini 6 flight seat, signed in blue felt tip, “Training for GT-6, Wally Schirra, CDR.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and dings to corners and borders.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

712. Wally Schirra.

Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Schirra after the Apollo 7 recovery, signed in blue felt tip, “On board Essex post Apollo 7, Wally Schirra, CDR.” Light surface loss to the upper right and silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

713. Wally Schirra. Two photos:

one glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Schirra during a capsule training exercise, signed in black felt tip, “Wally Schirra, Aurora 7 Backup, 13 May 1962”; and one glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Schirra having breakfast on the day of his Gemini launch, signed in blue felt tip, “Gemini VI preflight meal, Wally Schira, CDR.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

715. Harrison Schmitt. Color 10 x 8

NASA photo of Schmitt and the Apollo 17 crew posing with their lunar rover, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To the Sutherlands!

Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition, with a couple trivial creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

716. Harrison Schmitt. Signed

book: Return to the Moon. First edition, later printing. NY: Copernicus Books, 2006.

Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 335 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in black felt tip, “To John, and the future! Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

717. Harrison Schmitt.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Schmitt in his space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Jack Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition, with a James Spence authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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722. SpaceShipOne. Nine items: color composite 10 x 8 photo of Space Ship One, signed in black felt tip by Burt Rutan; a My Smithsonian booklet, signed on the front cover by Rutan; two of Rutan’s Scaled Composites business cards, both signed in black felt tip; three of Melvill’s Scaled Composites business cards, each signed in red ink; and two color 10 x 8 paperstock photos of Melvill standing atop his spacecraft, each signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

718. Rusty Schweickart. Color sat-

in-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schweickart during his spacewalk, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Rusty Schweickart, Apollo 9 EVA, 1969.” In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

719. Rusty Schweickart. Two pho-

tos: one glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of Schweickart wearing his extravehicular mobility unit, signed in blue felt tip, “Rusty Schweickart, Apollo 9 LMP”; and one satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Schweickart in his space suit, signed in blue felt tip, “Rusty Schweickart, 1964.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

16 composite photo of the mission, signed in black felt tip by John Casper, Andrew Allen, Pierre Thuot, Charles Gemar, and Marsha Ivins. A flown mission patch is affixed to the photo, carried on the Columbia from March 4–18, 1994. Photo is also inscribed in silver ink in an unknown hand, “To Nancy, With our thanks for the home-away-from-home! STS-62.”

Photo is affixed to an identical size board, with a small caption affixed to the bottom border. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and dings.Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

724.

720. Alan Shepard.

USS Akron.

Accident-prone naval airship that was lost in a weather-related accident on April 4, 1933, killing 73 of the 76 crew and passengers on board.

Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the lives lost on the Akron, signed vertically in ink by the ship’s only three survivors, “H Wiley,” “R. E. Deal,” and “M. Erwin.” Cover also bears a May 30, 1933, Lakehurst, New Jersey, cancellation. In fine condition, with a stamped address to lower right and mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Gold ink signature, “Alan Shepard,” on a black 4 x 1.5 card.

Matted with a photo of Shepard saluting on the moon to an overall size of 14 x 15. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

721. Alan Shepard.

Flown cover with a cachet honoring the STS-8 Challenger mission, flown in orbit during STS-8 from August 30 to September 5, 1983, signed in blue ballpoint by Alan Shepard. Displayed in its original 8.5 x 11 NASA/ USPS presentation folder. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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723. STS-62. Color glossy 20 x

725. Wernher von B r a un R oc k e t Team. Satin-finish

10 x 8 photo of the V-2 rocket team, signed in blue and black felt tip by Dieter Grau, Walter Haeussermann, Oscar Holderer, Heinz Struck, and Hans Fichtner.

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

726. Wernher von Braun.

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of von Braun at his desk, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Arthur Westwood, sincerely—Werner von Braun.” In very good condition, with overall light irregular ink adhesion to signature and inscription and scattered creases.Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

729. Guenter Wendt. Satin-

finish 10 x 8 photo, signed in black felt tip, “Good time at Gemini 4, Guenter F. Wendt, Padleader.” In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

727. Guenter W e n d t . Tw o

items: one original Apollo 8 booklet, 8 x 10.25, 24 pages, signed inside the front cover in black felt tip, “Apollo 8 was the one that had to go well, or the program may have terminated, Guenter F. Wendt”; and one color glossy 5 x 3.5 photo of Wendt with a shuttle model, signed in black felt tip, “Still smiling, Guenter F. Wendt.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

730. Guenter Wendt. Two photos: one color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the entire launch crew, signed in black felt tip, “The launch crew of MA-6, Guenter F. Wendt, Padleader”; and one satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the Mercury preparation crew, signed in black felt tip, “Mercury preparation crew on Pad 5, Guenter F. Wendt, Padleader.”

In overall very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

731. Katharine Wright. Sister of Orville and Wilbur

Wright (1874–1929). ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 6.5, April 24, 1914. Letter to Mrs. Needham.

In part: “Surely it was not that I did not appreciate your ‘shower’ of daffodils and hyacinths and jellies that I have been so tardy in thanking you but because I have been in such vile moods that I didn’t want to go near my desk…Father (and the rest of us) have been sampling his grape jelly to such an extent that one glass is gone.” End of letter and reverse of other page bear 2003 commemorative cancellations and stamps.

Toning to second page, show-through from stamps and a small separation to central horizontal fold, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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732. Orville Wright. TLS, one page, 7 x 10, personal letterhead, February 23, 1928. Brief letter to Reverend H. Randel Lookabill. In full: “I thank you for your letter of recent date, and for the kindly sentiment expressed in it.” In very good condition, with tape remnants to left edge, and a block of uniform toning over text and signature from a clipped newspaper article placed over it. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and the newspaper clipping. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

733. Orville Wright. Winters National Bank & Trust Co. bank check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, “Orville Wright,” payable to Wilbur H. Wright for $50.93, March 28, 1947. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and expected cancellation holes, stamps, and bank notations.

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

“I understood Wilbur to say last evening that he would begin at 9 o’clock. I myself am in no hurry” 734. Orville Wright. Autograph

letter, one page, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 5.25, Hotel Gassion letterhead, no date. Wright responds to a letter from Paul Tissandier, penning his answer at the bottom of Tissandier’s letter.

Tissandier writes, “At what hour will you go this morning to the camp?

Ten o’clock is it soon enough. Will you say to the waiter if ten o’clock is well.” Underneath, Wright answers, “I understood Wilbur to say last evening that he would begin at 9 o’clock. I myself am in no hurry.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some mild toning. Wright and Tissandier were in the same hotel in Pau, as the brothers were demonstrating their flier and Wilbur was setting a new record for flight duration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Wright declines the opportunity to lead the “committee on the historical exhibit of aircraft for the forthcoming Chicago Exposition” 735. Orville Wright. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 16,

1931. Letter to Hiram Bingham, then president of the National Aeronautic Association.

In part: “I can not bring myself to accepting the chairmanship of the committee on the historical exhibit of aircraft for the forthcoming Chicago Exposition. I am becoming more and more loath to accept appointments where I will not be able to be present to take an active part. I have had several experiences in the past few years which have brought home to me the folly of accepting membership on boards in which I can not be active, but for whose foolish acts I receive a good deal of the credit.” In fine condition, with mild creases and toning, rusty paperclip mark to the upper left, and an office stamp to the lower right. Among the exhibits at the 1933–34 Chicago World’s Fair, themed ‘A Century of Progress,’ was an outdoor pageant called ‘Wings of a Century,’ which featured a model of the 1903 Wright Brothers’ aircraft. Wright had always been reluctant to become involved with the Exposition—in 1930 he was asked if the real Wright Flyer, which was on display at the Science Museum of London, could be brought to Chicago, he replied, ‘It may be possible to bring the machine to Chicago for temporary exhibition, but it is only a vague possibility and I’d rather not speak of such nebulous things.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Choice embossed Christmas card from Wilbur and Katharine 736. Wilbur and Katharine Wright. Eye-catching embossed Christmas card, measuring 4 x 5 closed, with an illuminated Christmas greeting printed on the cover which reads, “Sincere and hearty greetings to wish you a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.” Signed below the greeting in black ink, “Katharine Wright,” and “Wilbur Wright.”

In fine, clean condition. A less-common format than usually seen featuring Katharine. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Beautiful vintage signed photo of the Wright Flyer during a record-breaking 1908 flight at Camp d’Auvours 737. Wilbur Wright. Astounding and important vintage 5.25 x 3.25 postcard photo by photographer Jules Garczynski of Wright in the air in his Wright Flyer, during his record-breaking distance and duration flight on September 16, 1908, at Camp d’ Auvours, near Le Mans, signed in fountain pen, “16 Sept.

1908, Wilbur Wright.” In fine condition, with last two letters of date quite faint, and mild silvering to edges. Accompanied by two unsigned 4.5 x 3.25 vintage photos, one of the flyer being brought out for take-off, and one of the flyer in the air.

In the course of delivering his Wright Flyer to a French syndicate, Wilbur traveled to Le Mans to perform a series of flights that would prove his plane’s capabilities. On September 16, 1908, he set a new world record for distance and duration, flying 15.2 miles in 39 minutes. (The previous record, set ten days prior by Leone Delagrange, was 15.2 miles in 29 minutes and 53 seconds at Issy-les-Moulineaux.) Later that day he marked another first, flying his first passenger, French balloonist Ernest Zens. Accompanied by two additional photos of the flight, this is a magnificent piece of aviation history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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738. X-1: ‘Slick’ Goodlin. Second test pilot of the Bell X-1 supersonic rocket plane,

and the first to operate the craft in powered flight. Well-done scale composite model of a Bell XS-1 jet, signed on the wing in black felt tip by Goodlin, post-stroke. Model is accompanied by its display stand. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at time of signing as well as a photo of Goodlin after his first flight. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

739. XB-70. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the XB-70 taking off, signed in black felt tip by Al White, Joe Cotton, Fitz Fulton, Don Mallick, John Carlson, and Guy Townsend and in blue felt tip by Fred Ascani. Each pilot has added his flight assignment underneath his signature. In fine condition, with some bends and creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

740. Chuck Yeager and Scott Crossfield. FDC with a cachet honoring the Wright Brothers, signed in blue ballpoint by Yeager and black felt tip by Crossfield. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

741. Chuck Yeager. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Yeager in front of his F-20 Tigershark, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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art & literature “I always say there are two people in every picture—the photographer and the viewer” 742. Ansel Adams. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, March 26, 1979.

Letter to Roger Stavis. In part: “I always say there are two people in every picture—the photographer and the viewer. So even if there are no ‘people’ in my landscape photographs, I like to feel the human element is not lacking. I have taken portraits for a great number of years and I do not know why they are not as well known as my landscapes.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Monster Rally, decorated with a great full-length sketch of Gomez Addams

743. Ansel Adams. Semi-glossy 8.5 x 11 cardstock photo of one of Adams’s works with a red preprinted signature at the bottom, signed in black felt tip. Scattered creases and slight foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

744. Ansel Adams.

Three postcards featuring Adams’s work, 4.25 x 6 and 6 x 4.25, each signed on the reverse in black ink. A central crease to one, otherwise overall fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

746. Charles Addams. Signed book: Charles Addams’ Monster Rally. Later printing. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1950. Hardcover, 8.5 x 11.25, 91 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black felt tip, “For Mrs. Schaefer, with happy memories, Chas. Addams, 1970,” beside a fantastic full-length sketch of Gomez Addams. Autographic condition: fine, with a slight brush to the date. Book condition: VG/ None. Yellow paper-covered boards with white cloth-covered spine; edges worn, with small tears at corners and spine-ends (largest is approx. 1 inch to right edge of spinetail); moderately soiled/yellowed; gentle bump at spinehead. Binding is tight and interior is clean. An exceptional and uncommon example of Addams’s work, this is the first sketch of Gomez that we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

747.

745. Harriet Adams. Prolific

author and publisher of juvenile mystery books, including books in the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys series (1892–1982). TLS, 7.25 x 10.5, Stratemeyer Syndicate letterhead, April 21, 1974. Letter to an admirer, responding to an autograph request. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Artists.

Six items, consisting of letters, prints, photos, and pamphlets, each signed by the associated artist. Signers are: Chaim Gross, Wayne Thiebaud, Leonard Baskin, Christo, Oskar Kokoschka, and Hobson Pittman. Various light scattered soiling and dings, and a light brush to Kokoschka’s signature, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Thirty authors and artists, including Wolfe, Updike, and Lichtenstein 748. Art and Literature. Collection of 27 programs, most for American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters ceremonies, 8.5 x 11, dated throughout the 1970s and 1980s, each signed on the front cover by notable authors or artists at the event. Signers are: Tom Wolfe, John Updike, Roy Lichtenstein, John Cheever, Eudora Welty, Robertson Davies (2), Paul Cadmus, Chaim Gross, Barbara Tuchman, Larry Rivers, James Hester, Ralph Sockman, Stanley Kunitz, Yevgeny Yevtushenko (2), Richard Eberhart (2), Alfred Kazin, Roberto B. Marx, Cynthia Ozick (2), Bernard Malamud, Raphael Soyer, James Ingo Freed, Mary Frank, William H. Gass, John Ciardi (2), Malcolm Cowley, George Segal, Robert Motherwell, Malvina Hoffman, Hortense Calisher (2), Braj Kumar Nehru, Julius Mark, and Terence Cardinal Cooke. Various light scattered foxing, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

749. Peggy Bacon.

American artist (1895– 1987) best known for her satirical caricatures.

Two ALSs, each one page, 6 x 9, personal letterhead, December 11 and 29, 1971. Both responses to an autograph request. The second, regarding a photo, in part: “It is more becoming of my living room than of me and I never thought it a good likeness; though a clear, good photograph in itself.” In overall very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for one, filled out in Bacon’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

750. Cecil Beaton.

Matte-finish 3.5 x 5.25 portrait of Beaton, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Jacob Bacal, Thank you for your kind note, Best wishes, Cecil Beaton.” In very good condition, with a noticeable horizontal crease to the top. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Gorgeous original artwork of a ‘Cafe in Paris’ 751. Gustav Boehm. Artist who studied in Brno, at the Academe Julian in Paris, and under W. Thor in Munich. Original colored chalk and gouache artwork by Gustav Boehm, entitled ‘Cafe in Paris,’ on a gray 7.25 x 10 sheet, signed and dated in the lower right, “G. B. 09.” Framed to an overall size of 9 x 11.5. In fine condition, with a light crease to the lower left. Provenance: Sotheby’s.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Fantastic photo of Borglum with his Rushmore model 752. Gutzon Borglum. Vintage 5.5 x

3.5 real photo postcard of Borglum with his model for Mount Rushmore, signed in fountain pen, “Gutzon Borglum, Mount Rushm.” In very good condition, with irregular adhesion to signature due to a broken pen nib, and silvering to dark areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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Colossal image of Borglum’s ‘Seated Lincoln’ 753. Gutzon Borglum. Vintage print,

35.5 x 27, of Borglum’s work entitled ‘Seated Lincoln,’ signed and inscribed in black ink, “To my very dear friend George Mooney, Sincerely yours, Gutzon Borglum, 1915.” Framed to an overall size of 41.5 x 33. A bit of light spotting along bottom and to forehead area of image, a small area of dampstaining and paper loss to lower right corner, and a light area of soiling to background, otherwise fine condition. ‘Seated Lincoln’ is located next to the Essex County Courthouse in Newark, New Jersey.

The sculpture was dedicated by President Theodore Roosevelt on Memorial Day in 1911. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

754. Gutzon Borglum.

Vintage print, 8.25 x 11.5, of Borglum’s work entitled ‘Wonderment of Motherhood,’ signed under the image in black ink, “Gutzon Borglum, March 5, 1911.”

Matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 17.75. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

755. Gutzon Borglum. Program sheet for a Boy Scouts of America Court of Honor ceremony at which Borglum spoke, June 4, 1920, 5.5 x 8.5, signed in pencil, “Sincerely yours, Gutzon Borglum.”

In very good condition, with light scattered creases and toning, and slight foxing to corners. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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756. Pierre Boulle. French

novelist best known for authoring The Bridge over the River Kwai and Planet of the Apes (1912–1994).

Pearl-finish 8.75 x 10.5 portrait, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Michael J. Robuck, with every good wish, P. Boulle.”

Reverse bears a 1971 date notation and original news stamps. In very good condition, with noticeable creasing to borders, slight overall rippling, and lightly trimmed edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

757. Edward BulwerLytton. Eng-

lish politician, poet, playwright, and prolific novelist (1803–1873).

ALS signed “Lytton,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.5 x 4.5, November 5, 1866. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “It is very unlucky that you should have sent the books…as books are sent to me so frequently that there must already be a pile waiting.” Professionally inlaid into an off-white 9.5 x 12 sheet. In very good condition, with light scattered creases and foxing. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait of BulwerLytton. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

759. Edgar Rice Burroughs.

Bank check, 7.75 x 3, filled out and signed by Burroughs, “E. R. Burroughs,” payable to Adelaide Nicely for $32.50, April 30, 1936. Three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and expected cancellation holes and stamps, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy 8 x 10 photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

760. Alexander C a l d e r. C a l d e r -

designed commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the World Federation of United Nations Associations, signed in blue ballpoint, “AC.” In fine condition, with trivial soiling to the right side. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

765. Samuel L. Clemens.

761. Marc Chagall. Color 10 x 13 program photo of Chagall holding two paintbrushes, signed in blue artist’s pencil. In fine condition, with a slightly rough right edge.

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

762. Agatha Christie. TLS, one page, 5.5

x 7, personal letterhead, February 7, 1972. Response to an autograph request. In part: “I have autographed a picture of myself which appeared on the back cover of the paperback edition of my book Endless Night.”

In very fine condition.

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

(MB $200)

ALS signed “Your uncle Mark,” one page, 4.75 x 6.5, personal letterhead, May 15, 1908. Letter to Mary Rogers, the daughter-in-law of his business partner. In part: “These arrived yesterday evening. They are very recent, & are better than Gassford’s, which are 4 years old… ’These’ refers to a photograph. I will leave it at your house tomorrow or next day.” In fine condition, with light overall toning and a trivial brush to the main text. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

763. Agatha Christie. Uncommon ball-

point signature, “Agatha Christie,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

764. Howard Chandler Christy. AQS

on an off-white 7.5 x 5 sheet, with a printed date of March 20 in the upper left. Christy pens a quote from The Merchant of Venice. In full: “The quality of mercy is not strained / It dropeth as the gentle rain from heaven. / Upon the place beneath, it is twice bless’d / It blesseth him that gives and him that takes. / ‘Tis mightiest in the mightiest!” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

766. John Albert Cockerill. Editor of sensationalistic journalism (1845–1896). ALS signed “John A. Cockerill,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Yokahama, Japan, April 6, 1895. Letter to theatrical personality Augusta Kidder. In part: “Minnie arrived…She is much pleased with Japan and I am delighted with the fact…The shops delight her and she has a little Japanese maid who is a source of great comfort to her. As for myself I feel quite contented. I am far from the strife and hatreds of Park Row and am to some extent my own master. Everybody here is nice to me and when I hear how dull business is in the U. S. I am more than glad to be here…We have had two little Earth-quake shocks since M arrived but fortunately she did not hear or feel them. I am afraid that if we get a good knock out she will want to start for home.” In fine condition, with a small mounting remnant along top edge of last page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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“It is much more creditable to go 8,000 miles to pay a dinner-call than it is to go a mere matter of 600 yards” 767. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed “Aufwiedersehen, S. L. Clemens,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 6, Villa Viviani letterhead, March 20, 1893. Letter to Mrs. Ross. In full: “It was my purpose to run in & indulge my pleasure in the society of Sir William & my Lady a little more, & I count it a loss that I failed of the chance; but my time has been all taken up in clearing the decks for America.

This seems unprompt; but I have a trained conscience, & I quiet it by telling it I am on my road to pay it now, merely by going by the way of New York and Chicago for the sake of variety, & because it is much more creditable to go 8,000 miles to pay a dinner-call than it is to go a mere matter of 600 yards.” Suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 11.5; there are two hooks along the top edge of this frame for hanging on its larger display of a double-suedematted and framed portrait and biographical plaque, which measures 29 x 23. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and soiling.

“Mrs. Ross” was Janet Ross, the daughter of translator and writer Lucie Duff Gordon and the wife of banker Henry Ross. Henry and Janet Ross visited with Clemens when he and his family would visit Italy, with those encounters—and this very letter—printed in Ross’ 1912 book, The Fourth Generation (1912). Ross wrote, in part: ‘In February 1893 my cousins, Sir William Markby and Lady Markby, came to stay with us and liked Mr. Clemens as much as we did. Mr. Clemens came to dine several times and we had planned some excursions together, when I received the following letter,’ one in which he regretfully passes on another dinner invitation. “Because it is much more creditable to go 8,000 miles to pay a dinner-call than it is to go a mere matter of 600 yards,” he skillfully notes. Two days after sending this correspondence, Clemens set sail for New York aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm II to work on a business deal. While preparation for that journey led to Clemens’ “clearing the decks for America,” the venture itself—and its subsequent failure—led to his 1894 bankruptcy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Exceptional oversized portrait of Twain writing, inscribed to his photographer 768. Samuel L. Clemens. Superb matte-finish 12 x

10 Underwood & Underwood portrait of Twain writing in his notebook, signed and inscribed in the borders in black ink, “To Mr. Frederic Bulkeley Hyde, with the best wishes of Mark Twain, Oct. ’08.” Beautifully double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 19.5. In fine condition, with a crease to the upper border (slightly affecting inscription) and a small area of discoloration to the right border.

Hyde was a photographer who took numerous portraits of Twain in 1908; other notable individuals to be photographed by Hyde include Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, and Andrew Carnegie. A truly spectacular portrait of Clemens in a literary pose. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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769. Wilkie Collins.

British author regarded as the first British detective story writer (1824–1889). Ink signature, “Wilkie Collins, January 8th, 1874,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card.

In very good condition, with scattered soiling and adhesive remnants.

Accompanied by an unsigned original flyer advertising a performance of Collins’s first play, Lighthouse, in 1857. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

770. Thomas Cooper. AQS, one page on an off-white 6 x 6 sheet, dated Worcester, October 21, 1879. Cooper pens the final stanza of his poem entitled ‘Chartist Song,’ in full: “The time shall come when earth shall be / A garden of joy, from sea to sea; / When the slaughterous sword is drawn no more, / And Mercy exults, from shore to shore. / Toil, brothers, toil, till the work is done, / Till slaughter is ended, and the / World’s peace is won!” Light scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned contemporary engraved portrait of Cooper. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

772. Noel Coward. Uncommon vintage 3.5 x 5.5 real photo postcard of Coward, signed vertically in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a couple trivial surface bends. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

773. Robert Crumb. Color 4 x

5.75 postcard featuring Crumb’s work, Fiddlin’ Ian McCamy, signed in the lower border in black ink, “R. Crumb.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Rare letter from the French Realist references his two works refused by the Salon, including Retour de Conference, later destroyed by Napoleon III’s censors

771. Gustave Courbet. French painter (1819–1877) who

led the Realist movement in 19th-century French painting. ALS in French, one page both sides, 5.25 x 8, August 15, 1864. Letter to Dutch-Jewish painter Salomon Leonardus Verveer. In full (translated): “It seems that the priests, remembering the [painting] ‘Conference’ have taken their revenge and by the influence of the Empress [Eugenie] have succeeded in getting my painting for this year refused too, the women [his painting “Venus and Psyche”] which I am sending to you. I remember the action I took in Ghent, Brussels, and Antwerp in the revolution of the Liberals and Catholics. I learn by the newspapers that you are not losing ground. I compliment you. It is my right to think that this painting won’t meet with the same rebukes as at the Fine Arts Administration in Paris. As for the painting of the Burial [his monumental painting A Burial at Ornans], it is not possible to grant your wish despite my much wanting to do so and the honor you do me in asking for it. The frame is destroyed, the canvas stretcher has been used, and the canvas is rolled up and in poor condition due to the passage of time. I ordered my concierge to deliver the painting Venus and Psyche to you…Please let me know what will become of this painting which interests me greatly.” Intersecting folds, some light toning and soiling, mild show-through from writing on reverse, and a rusty paperclip mark to second integral page, otherwise fine condition. Courbet’s Retour de Conference and Venus and Psyche were both refused by the Salon in 1863 and 1864. Such an uproar came from these and other denied works, Napoleon III instituted the Salon des Refusés, containing a selection of the works that the Salon had rejected that year. Retour de Conférence, a piece showing drunken priests, was destroyed by a fanatic but survives in the photos Courbet had made. A wonderful letter between two artists referencing three of his best known works. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 161

774. Gabriele D’Annunzio.

Italian poet, novelist, and dramatist (1863–1938) who distinguished himself as a heroic aviator in WWI. ALS in Italian, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, Grand Hotel letterhead, Turin, January 21, 1902. Untranslated letter to a gentleman. Intersecting folds with tape-repaired separations (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and scattered creases, toning, and soiling, otherwise very good condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

775. Roald Dahl. Uncommon TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10, personal Gipsy House letterhead, February 9, 1984. Response to an autograph request. In full: “I’m afraid I don’t send photographs, but here is the signature you asked for.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

777. Guy de Maupassant. French naturalist writer (1850–1893), considered the greatest French author of short stories. ALS in French, one page both sides, 3.75 x 5, personal letterhead, no date. Untranslated letter to a gentleman. In fine condition, with light scattered toning and a filing hole to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Gargantuan Dali signature and original sketch of a haloed figure

776. Salvador Dali. Signed book: Dali: A Study of his Life and Work. First American edition. Greenwich, Connecticut: New York Graphic

Society, 1958. Hardcover, 14.5 x 14, 96 pages. Signed and inscribed on the reverse of the first free end page extending all the way across to the half-title page, “Pour Monsieur Robert Schwarts, Dali.” Dali has drawn a 3.5-inch tall thin haloed figure, casting a 4.25 inch shadow, gripping the lower portion of the long vertical initial stroke of the “P” in “Pour” in his right hand and a trident (missing the middle prong) in his left hand, seemingly representing an angelic devil. Dali has also added a shooting star on the half-title above “Schwarts.” Autographic condition: fine.

Book condition: VG-/G+. Grey illustrated paper-covered boards; edges worn, with small tears at corners and spine-ends; moderately yellowed and sunned (most noticeably on back cover); minor soiling to ffep; few pages have tiny chip at upper textblock edge. Clear plastic dust jacket has large chips, tears, and creases (largest is approx. 7 inches from spinetail to rear cover). Schwartz was a US immigration official assigned to VIPs such as Dali. A visually striking example with Dali’s signature measuring approximately 11 inches long and over eight inches high.

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Dali adorns a letter to a fellow painter with a fantastic original sketch of Don Quixote on his horse 778. Salvador Dali. TLS in French, one page, 8.25 x 11.5, Octo-

ber 16, 1978. Letter to fellow surrealist painter Felix Labisse. In full (translated): “On the occasion of my election to the Academy of Fine Arts, for which you did so much, I would be happy and honored if you accepted to be a member of the Honor Committee for [the attribution of] my Sword. I’ll be at the Hotel Meurice in a few weeks.

Robert Descharnes [biographer and close collaborator of Dali’s] will let you know. We’ll see each other then. André-Francois Petit [gallery owner] and Descharnes kindly accepted to deal with the administration. Please send me your favorable answer in care of the Petit gallery.” At the bottom of the page, Dali has added a fabulous original ink sketch of Don Quixote on his horse Rocinante, signing at the bottom of the sketch “Dali.” In fine condition, with a few minor wrinkles and creases. Dali sketches are quite uncommon, and this is the first image of Quixote that we have seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Dickens agrees to speak at the anniversary dinner of the Artists’ General Benevolent Fund “and do my best for them but as a duty and a pleasure” 779. Charles Dickens. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets,

4.25 x 7, black-bordered Gad’s Hill place letterhead, January 14, 1862. Letter to H. W. Phillips. In full: “My reply to your letter has been delayed by my absence, in Devonshire. The Artists’ General Benevolent Fund hast a claim upon my sympathy and service to which I most readily respond. I will preside at their anniversary dinner and do my best for them but as a duty and a pleasure. The day you mention in your letter, the 29th of March, would suit me very well. But as I shall be reading in London at almost that time, it is necessary for me to mention, in case the day should be changed and another proposed, that I am pre-engaged for Thursdays.” In fine condition, with reinforcement to inside of hinge, mounting remnants to reverse of second page, and some scattered light toning. The Artists’ General Benevolent Fund, founded in 1814 by J. M. W. Turner, is one of the oldest British charities, and benefits artists who can no longer work. Shortly before this letter was penned, Dickens had finished serializing Great Expectations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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780. Thomas De Quincey. British author (1785–1859) best re-

membered for his now-classic memoir of his experiments with drugs, Confessions of an English Opium-Eater. Endorsement written vertically over a promissory note, one page, 9 x 3.5, London, July 29, 1823. Over a promissory note for £46.13, De Quincey writes, “Accepted, Thomas De Quincey, Payable at Mess’rs Taylor and Hessey, 93 Fleet Street.”

In very good condition, with multiple vertical folds and light scattered toning and soiling. Signed one year after publishing Confessions of an English Opium-Eater in book form, this document presents an especially interesting association, as the address De Quincey gives is that of his publisher. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

In an incredible letter, Dickens seeks information about Shelley’s greatest tragedy 781. Charles Dickens. ALS, two pages on two adjoining black-bordered sheets, 4.25 x 7, Devonshire Terrace, January 12, 1849. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I am much obliged to you for your kind information about the Cenci. I will not trouble you to get the account transcribed (though you have so stimulated my curiosity that I must go and read it myself) for I merely wanted the narrative to send to a lady…the account prefixed to Shelley’s poem will answer her purpose well enough.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and the recipient’s name clipped out and professionally repaired, otherwise fine condition.

The Cenci, a verse drama written by Percy Bysshe Shelley in 1819, has become known as one of the greatest modern tragedies. It received high praise from Byron and Wordsworth, and George Bernard Shaw, after seeing a performance of the play, said that ‘Shelley and Shakespeare are the only dramatists who have dealt in despair of this quality.’ The “account prefixed to Shelley’s poem” that Dickens refers to in this letter is probably that of Mary Shelley, who published a preface entitled ‘Note on The Cenci’ in the 1839 edition of her husband’s Complete Poetical Works. This letter, with a crisp signature and excellent content, is a truly exquisite piece associating two of the greatest figures in literary history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

782. James D i c k e y and James Jones. Two let-

ters: one TLS signed “James Dickey,” one page, 5 x 7, personal letterhead, April 18, 1973, responding to an autograph request; and one TLS signed “James Jones,” one onionskin page, 8.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, June 22, 1971, also responding to an autograph request. In overall fine condition. Both are accompanied by their original mailing envelope.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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783. Lawrence Durrell. Expatriate

British novelist, poet, dramatist, and travel writer (1912–1990). TLS signed “Larry,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, April 29, 1971. Letter to Margaret McCall of the BBC. In part: “I am delighted that the program seems to be shaping so well. Lots of luck with it…I got your long letter about the car…I suppose it will end by my having to get a lawyer on to them.” In an ANS at the bottom, also signed “Larry,” Durrell writes that he had dictated the letter and would write personally later on. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, light scattered creases, and rusty staple holes to the upper left. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

785. Max Eastman. TLS, one

784. Lord Dunsany. ALS signed “Dunsany,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, Dunstall Priory letterhead, October 31, 1953. Letter to a gentleman regarding the performance of his works. In part: “I should not like to be debarred, except for a short period, from having plays of mine, which are free at present, performed elsewhere. But, if it should be that you require exclusive rights, you could have these during the run of your show…I look forward to hearing from you, here, as to what short stories or what 1-act play you might require. I hope you may prefer some of my short stories, because nearly all of these are free.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

page, 8.5 x 11, April 13, 1930. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I remember vividly the charming girl who took my photograph in Houston, but I cannot remember her name. Indeed it seemed to me she had two or three different names at different times. Would you mind…asking her, if any of the pictures were good, to send them along as soon as seems possible?” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and light scattered creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Writing to a man “interested in the Tower,” Eiffel touts the “exceptional antenna” that would save it from demolition 786. Gustave Eiffel. French engineer (1832–1923) best remembered for designing the tower that bears his name. ALS in French, signed “G. Eiffel,” on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, December 8, 1907. Letter to Hans Kaempfer.

In full (translated): “Since you are interested in the Tower, you were no doubt pleased to learn that due to its exceptional antenna the tower is providing outstanding services to Wireless Telegraphy. These signal services will soon become even more important thanks to a new installation which will make it the No. 1 station in the world.” A small clipped photo of Eiffel has been affixed to the left side. In fine condition, with some light corner and edge creases, and a few small ink marks from postal cancellations, in no way affecting any of the text.

When Eiffel’s design for the Tower was selected to be the entrance arch to the 1889 World’s Fair, it was under the condition that after twenty years its ownership would revert to the City of Paris and, in response to heavy public opposition to the ‘eyesore,’ it would be dismantled. Aware of the tower’s fate, Eiffel began adding radio antennae at the start of the 20th century; as Marconi made advances in long distance wireless telegraphy, Eiffel kept pace with the developing technology. By the time the twenty-year contract was up in 1909, the tower had proved its utility as a telegraphic transmission station and the city decided that it should remain. The decision was solidified in the opening weeks of World War I, when the Tower played a key role in blocking German communication, hindering their advance on Paris and contributing to the Allied victory at the First Battle of the Marne. An extraordinary letter from the brilliant architect regarding his world-famous creation, praising the communication capabilities that prevented its destruction. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“I was also quite aware that the appointment of an organist is made by the vicar…being a church warden myself” 787. T. S. Eliot. TLS, one page, 7 x 8, Faber and Faber Limited letterhead, October 27, 1953.

Letter to the reverend W. R. Lewis. In part: “I thank you for your letter…correcting my error about the Parish Council. I am really quite aware that such a matter only concerns the Parochial Church Council, and am making the rectification. I was also quite aware that the appointment of an organist is made by the vicar, but, as I happen to know, the vicar may consult the Parochial Church Council and the churchwardens where there is any case of doubt.” In the lower left corner Eliot goes on to add in his hand, “being a church warden myself.” In very good condition, with uniform toning from previous display, toning to top corners from old tape on reverse, some scattered light foxing, and a central horizontal and vertical fold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

788. Mary L. Fairchild.

American painter of figures, landscapes, and portraits (1858– 1946). ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, February 6, 1885. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I have packed and will send tomorrow morning the copies of Palette Scrapings you desire. The sketch opposite page 4 in the last number is mine. I am pleased that you like it…Thanks for your kind opinion of my ‘child’s head.’ I agree with you about the hair. From which it goes without saying that I don’t wear it so myself.

I shall be happy to furnish you with any information concerning matters artistic.” Light scattered soiling and mounting remnants, and the writing a shade or two light, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Flagg’s cantankerous Christmas self-portrait

790. Edward G o r e y. F o u r

books: hardcover editions of The Utter Zoo Alphabet, The Insect God, and The Jumblies, each signed in black ink on the title page by Gorey, who has crossed out his printed name as author; and one softcover edition of A Mercurial Bear, signed on the back cover with his pseudonym, “Dogear Wryde,” also crossing out his printed name. In overall fine condition, with a couple tears and clipped corners to dust jackets. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

789. James Montgomery Flagg. American artist and illustrator (1877–1960) best known for his iconic image of Uncle Sam saying ‘I Want You’ on a World War I recruiting poster. TLS signed in red pencil, “Jim,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, circa Christmas 1944. Unique letter to Dick Hyman. In full, with spelling and grammar retained: “I glady accept your sincere Greetings and wish for a happy Xmas and would say by retoin mail the Same to Youse and many of them! Also bigod if you’re goin all Reckless and projectin into 1945 I will say I wishyez all your heart’s desires In spite of my never understanding how you managed to throw hogtie and brand that Beautiful Creature you familiarly call Mrs. Hyman!!! I love that woman!” Around the text using pencil and watercolors, Flagg has sketched a grumpy version of himself in a Santa outfit and a wreath labeled “Poison Ivy.” Intersecting folds, toning to borders, and binding cuts and holes to left border, otherwise fine condition. An uncommon piece of original art from one of America’s foremost illustrators. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Published a novel eight years ago, nearly, at the age of 22, & have regretted it ever since” 791. C. S. Forester.

British novelist (1899– 1966) best known for the Horatio Hornblower series and The African Queen, the most famous of his books adapted for the screen. ALS, one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, April 1, 1929.

Letter to Mr. Grubb of the Philadelphia Public Ledger Syndicate. In part: “For publicity I have not much to suggest.

Published a novel eight years ago, nearly, at the age of 22, & have regretted it ever since.

One of the very few people who have succeeded in getting a motor boat down 300 miles of the unnavigable river Loire—may be the only one. Was wrecked in the Thames once on Good Friday, kicked off my shoes while swimming ashore, could not, of course, buy new ones, & came back to London by train (& taxi) in stockinged feet in a crowded excursion train.” Central vertical and horizontal folds (slight separation to right edge of horizontal fold), and slight paper loss to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

792. Elizabeth Gaskell. Victorian-era author (1810–1865) whose

works detailed the lives of people in all classes of society; best known for her novel North and South. ALS signed “E. C. Gaskell,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7.25, [September 1854]. Letter to a friend. In part: “We shall be most happy to see you…for as many days as you can make it convenient to stay with us. No! I am by no means scientific; and besides having no invitation…I have no inclination for the meetings next week in Liverpool.” Period notation to reverse in another hand dates the letter to September 1854. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and some mild soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

793. Graham Greene.

Uncommon vintage fountain pen signature, “Graham Greene,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 card bearing an affixed magazine photo of the author. In fine condition, with some trivial scattered foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Two imposing fish hooks from Zane Grey’s estate 794. Zane Grey. Bank check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Grey, payable to his cameraman and longtime friend Gus Bagnard for $10.00, July 17, 1935; and two unused Pflueger fish hooks, still attached to their original cards, which originate from Grey’s estate, with one bearing a tag which reads, “From the Zane Grey Fishing Tackle Collection,” the other with a tag reading “#196.” Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Brian J. McGrath, Editor of Fishing Collectibles Magazine. In part, “This item No. 196, described as Pflueger Sobey Hook 10/0 on card, is from a collection of fishing tackle bought by me from George Chamberlain [who] purchased this tackle…from a family member of Romer Grey, the eldest son of Zane Grey.” In very good condition, with expected cancellations and holes, scattered soiling, and mounting remnants to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

795. Edward Everett Hale. Unsigned partial typed manuscript draft for an article to be titled ‘Life in the Open Air,’ three pages, 8.5 x 11, circa 1903. Titled and attributed at the top in another hand, but contains over 30 corrections throughout handwritten by Hale. Draft begins, in part: “There is no subject which is to me so central and about which the public so much needs to be informed as the necessity of open air life [handwritten addendum: for people living in cities].” Scattered toning and soiling, and staple holes to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. The article was published in the October 1903 issue of Work with Boys: A Magazine of Methods. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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800. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Ink sig-

796. Edward Everett Hale.

nature, “Oliver Wendell Holmes, Boston, Feb 18th 1875,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card.

In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Superior matte-finish sepia 7 x 8.75 portrait of Hale affixed to its original 7 x 9.25 mount, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “With love from Edward E. Hale.”

Closely-cropped trimmed edges to the mount, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

797. Thomas Hardy. Author

“Please accept my thanks for the copy of the Memoir of my friend and the friend of all of us, John Greenleaf Whittier”

(1840–1928) of such classic novels as Far from the Madding Crowd and Tess of the d’Urbervilles who takes a place among the towering figures of British literature. ANS, one page, 6 x 4, no date. Letter to author and editor Edward Bok. In full: “Autograph sent as you requested.” In fine condition, with three vertical folds.

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

798. Paul Hamilton Hayne.

Southern poet, critic, and editor whose sonnets are considered his best work (1830–1886). ALS signed “Paul H. Hayne,” one page, lightly-lined, 5.5 x 8.5, Revere House letterhead, August 5, 1879.

Letter to an admirer. In part: “Mr. Butterworth of ‘The Youth’s Comp’ handed me your note requesting the Mss of a little poem of mine, called ‘At Last.’” Light scattered soiling and a small tape-repaired tear to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

799. Ernest Hemingway. Highly desirable bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, boldly filled out and signed by Hemingway, “Ernest M. Hemingway,” payable to Cash for $50, February 29, 1936. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. A faint central vertical fold, and expected bank stamps and cancellation holes (slightly affecting signature), otherwise fine condition. At this time in Hemingway’s career, he was in the process of writing To Have and Have Not. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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801. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. ALS signed “O. W. Holmes,” one page, 4.5 x 7, Boston, November 22, 1882. Letter to a gentleman.

In part: “Please accept my thanks for the copy of the Memoir of my friend and the friend of all of us, John Greenleaf Whittier. I have had as much as I could do to acknowledge the books my friends have kindly sent me of late, but I look forward with much pleasure to reading your memoir of one whose name is never mentioned but with honor.”

Scattered creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Howe seeks “an early photograph of me for some magazine” 802. Julia Ward Howe. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 5, November 19, 1904. Letter to a friend. In part: “The bearer of this note…is a photographer who desires to reproduce an early photograph of me for some magazine. I think I remember you having one taken while I was still in middle life. If so, would you kindly lend it to him for the short time necessary for reproducing it?”

Intersecting folds (one horizontal fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and lightly toned adhesive remnants to borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

803. Gayle Porter Hoskins.

American illustrator (1887–1962) who studied under Howard Pyle.

Color 6.25 x 8 magazine photo of one of Hoskins’s illustrations, signed in the lower right in black ink, “Gayle Hoskins.” Affixed at the top to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with slight wrinkling to the upper border due to adhesive. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

806. Robert Indiana. Fold-out

804. Elbert Hubbard. American

booklet featuring 10 images of the making of a ‘LOVE’ sculpture, 7.75 x 6, signed on the inner flap in black ink, “R. Indiana.” Reverse address panel is also addressed in Indiana’s hand. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

writer, printer, and philosopher (1856–1915), closely associated with the Arts and Crafts movement, who perished in the Lusitania disaster. Original 7.75 x 10 print, signed and inscribed below his image in fountain pen, “To Henry H. Heart, With all kind wishes, from his friend, Elbert Hubbard.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“The man from Beam…has a sparse crew, But if he had more, you would get more” 805. Victor Hugo. ANS in French, signed “Victor H.,” one page, 5.25 x 7.5, no date.

Final page of a longer letter, quoting from Voltaire’s play ‘Chariot’ reads, in full (translated): “The battle for your tickets, gentleman, is not without my good will. I wish I had many other ways of demonstrating to you how much I appreciate your cordial and noble help.

But as you well know: ‘The man from Beam [King Henry IV]…has a sparse crew, But if he had more, you would get more.’ Most cordially, I shake your four hands.” Intersecting folds, scattered light creases and toning, and a few small pinholes near top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Curious copy of Huxley’s Brave New World

807. Aldous Huxley. Signed book: Brave New World. Later printing. NY: Harper

& Brothers, 1946. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 311 pages. Signed on the first free end page in black ink by Huxley, “And with the compliments of the hermaphroditic author, Aldous Cowles,” below a signature and inscription from Fleur Cowles, “To Leonard Lyons, the sleuth in print, Fleur Huxley.” Autographic condition: fine, with light toning to signed page. Book condition: VG/None. Red cloth-covered boards; light wear to edges, with tiny tears in cloth at corners/spine-ends and a bump to front upper edge; spine sunned; minor soiling; slightly yellowed. Cowles was a writer and editor, and Lyons a nationally syndicated columnist. An interesting associative piece, signed in an unusual manner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

809. William Henry Jackson. Painter, photographer,

and an explorer famous for his images of the American West (1843–1942). ALS signed “W. H. Jackson,” one page, 5.5 x 7, July 12. Letter to “Dear old Maverick.” In full: “We had a hot time at Old Fort Laramie on the 5th and then some warm days up around Deadwood but recent rain over the Laramie Hills has cooled the air to an agreeable chilliness. May remain around here until ‘Frontier Day’ the earlier part of the month—that is—coming and going—here and there.” In fine condition, with light overall toning and a paperclip mark and impression to the upper border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

811. James Jones. Two items: one glossy 6.75 x 5 photo of Jones smoking a cigarette, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ballpoint, “Autographed with pleasure for Jacob Bacal by James Jones”; and a TLS, one onionskin page, 8.25 x 10.5, December 17, 1963, responding to the autograph request. Scattered creases to both, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The prolific Western author comments on a rodeo, “bronk riding,” and a special pair of spurs 810. Will James. Artist and writer (1892–1942) best known for his work on the American West. ALS signed “Bill James,” one page, 8.5 x 11, September 15, 1927. Letter to a friend. In part: “Had a great time in Chicago—great Rodeo. C. R. Williams got there one day late and somehow he was left out of the big money in bronk riding on that account…Got to thinking about C. R. W.’s spurs and if you don’t want to take the responsibility of ’em send ’em to me. I’d sure like to hang ’em up here and Williams could take his time sending me the money…I’ve got too much to do. Starting on a long novel now and would like to have it done before I leave.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and light overall toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in James’s hand, including his signature, “Will James,” in the return address area. An uncommon letter with terrific Western content. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 170 | March 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

812. Sarah Orne Jewett. American writ-

er (1849–1909) known for her local color works set in New England. Ink signature, “Sarah Orne Jewett, 25th August, 1901,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card. Moderate overall toning, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

813. Yousuf Karsh. Cel-

ebrated Canadian photographer (1908–2002) best known for his portraits of the leading cultural, scientific, and political figures of his time. TLS, one page, 6.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, January 16, 1963. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I have had the pleasure of visiting Arizona, Phoenix to be exact, a few years ago…

It also happens that I expect to be again in Phoenix for the last week of this month on some photographic assignment and I shall doubtless pay a visit to the Art Museum to see the hanging of my exhibition.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges, missing top right corner tip, scattered creases, surface loss along top edge, and mounting remnants to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I forward proof from Abbey’s watercolor” 814. James E. Kelly. American

sculptor and illustrator (1855– 1933) especially known for his depictions of the Civil War. ALS signed “J. E. Kelly,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 6.5, February 7, 1913.

Letter to F. Hopkinson Smith about his friend and fellow artist, Edwin Austin Abbey. In part: “I forward proof from Abbey’s watercolor. Nast tells me Abbey told him that it was his first—Enclosed is a copy of Abbey’s letter which is a great comfort for me to have.” Staple holes to the upper left and filing holes to the left border, light scattered soiling, and a few pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the typed copy of Abbey’s letter referred to, which mentions some of Kelly’s influences—Walt Whitman and Winslow Homer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

816. Stephen King. Signed

book: Black House. Limited edition first edition of 1520 copies (this being number 1253). Hampton Falls, N. H.: Donald M. Grant, 2002. Hardcover 7.25 x 10.25, 638 pages. Signed on the colophon in blue ink by King, and also signed in black ink by Peter Straub and illustrator Rick Berry. Autographic condition: Fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Black textured paper-covered boards with silver stamped titles; very light soiling to half-title page, otherwise in NF condition. In matching case with bumped corners and slight indentation to front.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

817. Stephen King. Signed book: 11/22/63. First edition, later printing. NY: Scribner, 2011. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5.

Signed on the title page in blue ink, “Stephen King.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 818. Stephen King.

Signed book: Four Past Midnight. First edition, first printing. NY: Viking, 1990. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 763 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black felt tip, “For Terry, Lots of good wishes, Stephen King, 2/1/93.” In fine condition, with a discount mark to bottom of text block. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

819. Carl Larsson. Popular Swedish painter and illustrator (1853–1919). ALS in French, one page, 4.25 x 7, May 8, 1885. Letter to the great French actor Coquelin, translated in part: “I leave tonight for Sweden carrying with me the gratitude for your protection and, also, your friendship (isn’t it?).” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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In shockingly derogatory terms, Kipling blames the Germans for Europe’s troubles 820. Rudyard Kipling. Superb-

content TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10, Bateman’s Burwash letterhead, December 19, 1921. Letter headed at the top “Private,” to Monsieur Davray at Le Petit Journal. In part: “I quite agree with you that journalism is the art of saying a thing again and again, but there are some things which one is not supposed to say aloud; or I should repeat that, whenever there is any difficulty between our two countries, one always finds, if one searched long enough, that the wire of that mine is connected with a Boche or a friend of Boche. This is the real war on which we are embarked.” Framed to an overall size of 9.5 x 12.5. Reverse of the frame bears remnants of an older catalog entry. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a uniform shade of toning, and a small area of paper separation to top edge. An unusual offering presenting a darker and opinionated side of the prolific author. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

821. Sinclair Lewis. Vintage

fountain pen signature, “Sinclair Lewis, Stockbridge, Mass.

Sept. 10, 1937,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1.25 card. In very good condition, with overall foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

823. Jack London. Four bank

checks, all 6 x 2.5, all filled out and signed by London, all stampdated from 1910 and 1913. In fine condition, with light vertical folds, and expected cancellation stamps and holes, lightly affecting two of the signatures.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

824. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

Ink signature, “Yours truly, Henry W. Longfellow, 1867,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 slip.

Matted with an unsigned original cabinet photo of Longfellow by Elliott and Fry to an overall size of 6.25 x 10.5. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

825. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Ink signature,

“Yours truly, Henry W. Longfellow,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 slip. In fine condition, with some mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

822. Jack London. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by London, payable to Bowman Drug Co. for $70.33, stamp-dated December 14, 1911. In very good condition, with a vertical crease to left side, missing lower left corner tip, some mild toning, and expected cancellation holes and stamps. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Lawrence sighs to a poet friend: “I wanted to kick myself. What right have I to talk to you from the top of a stool. Don’t bear me a grudge”

826. D. H. Lawrence. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, December 18, 1913. Lawrence writes to “Davies,” from Lerici per Frascherino, Golfo della Spezia, Italy, in full: “After that last letter of mine, I wanted to kick myself. What right have I to talk to you from the top of a stool. Don’t bear me a grudge, will you. I do wish things could go well with you. We shall be here till the end of May, I think, and shall be frightfully glad when you come. You would travel, by the ordinary route, over Paris, Milan, Parma, Spezia—and it costs about 4 pounds. But you could come by ship to Genoa or to Leghorn—they are both fairly near. You must think about it, whether you would like to come on sea or on land. We should like to come to England in June, I think, by ship from Genova—I should like the voyage. You might go back with us, unless you want to walk in the Appenines. We have’nt got anybody coming for Christmas, but we shan’t be lonely. The Italians are very jolly—they come and play with us, and sing to the guitar at evening. You must learn some Italian when you come. And here in the harbour there is Italy’s biggest naval arsenal—war-ships with search lights and cannon at night, and submariner nosing up and down. It is really jolly. The country is quite wild behind, really wilder than Wales, but not so gloomy. You didn’t tell me how the work was going. I hope you’ll have a good time in Wales.” A few trivial spots of toning, some faint paperclip impressions to the top edges, and some light smudge marks towards the top right corner of the first page, otherwise fine condition.

Lawrence wrote this letter to W. H. Davies, the Welsh tramp poet, he met in England in 1913. He was captivated by Davies and admired his nature-inspired work, but soon lost his enthusiasm for Davies’ poetry, and a few months prior to this letter wrote that Davies’ ‘work is getting like Birmingham tinware.’ In late 1913, Lawrence was staying in a cottage in Fiascherino with his wife Frieda Weekely. There he began to write two of his better-known novels, The Rainbow and Women in Love. This letter was published in The Letters of D. H. Lawrence. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

827. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. AQS on an off-white 7 x

4 sheet. Longfellow pens the first verse of ‘The Builders.’ In full: “All are architects of Fate, / Working in these walls of Time, / Some with massive deeds and great, / Some with ornaments of rhyme.” Signed at the conclusion, “Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Cambridge, Mass, Jan. 1, 1882.” Two vertical folds, small pencil notation to bottom, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Longfellow invokes Aquinas and Spenser regarding “the importance of form, which is so often and so fatally neglected” 828. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. ALS, four

pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, Cambridge, May 1, 1867. Letter to E. C. Hammer of Boston.

In part: “I have had the pleasure of receiving the copy of ‘Hundrede Digte ved Caralis,’ which you were so kind as to send me, and for which I hasten to thank you and through you the Translator. I have already carefully read several of the poems, and think them written with admirable skill and fidelity. Moreover I am truly delighted to see that the Translator, both in theory and in practice, recognizes the importance of form, which is so often and so fatally neglected. Thomas Aquinas—the Angelic Doctor of the School—says that ‘Form is that by which a thing is;’ and Spenser, the English Poet, has these three lines; ‘For of the soul the body form doth take, For soul is form and doth the body make.’ Certainly it is the soul which gives form to a Poem; and losing one you lose the other. W. Pretzman has been guided by a true poetic instinct in this matter.” Soiled horizontal mailing folds to final page and a few trivial spots of foxing, otherwise fine condition. Longfellow was no stranger to poetic form or translation—his works demonstrate excellence in nearly all forms, from the flexibility of free verse to the strictures of sonnet, and he was the first American to translate The Divine Comedy. A truly outstanding letter with incredible literary content. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

829. Amy Lowell. ALS, one

page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, December 6, 1918. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “I have received your letter of December 4th, but I do not wish ‘Monikins’ by J. F. Cooper.”

Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and scattered creasing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

830. James Russell Lowell.

ALS signed “J. R. Lowell,” one page, 4.5 x 7, Legation of the United States London letterhead, March 21, 1881. Letter to author and editor Edward Bok. In full: “I do not remember having ever received a letter from you, but I am very happy to gratify your father & you by saying that I am very truly yours.” In fine condition, with a small ink notation under date.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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831. L. S. Lowry. English artist (1887–1976) known for his stylized works depicting industrial life in Britain. Signed book: A Tribute to L. S. Lowry. Wilmslow: Richmond Press. Softcover, 6 x 8.25, 44 pages. Signed on the title page in blue ink, “L. S. Lowry, 30 October 1964.” Two related newspaper clippings are also affixed to the title page. In very good condition, with separations to spine repaired with toned tape, and a slight brush to the signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 832. Maurice Maeterlinck. Belgian

playwright, poet, and essayist (1862–1949) awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1911. ALS in French, signed “M. Maeterlinck,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, no date.

Untranslated letter in French, confirming a promise he could not keep.

Light scattered foxing, a couple stray ink marks, and a ballpoint notation to top, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

833. Rene Magritte. Belgian

artist (1898–1967) best known for his paintings in a surrealist, humortinged style, often incorporating such trademark elements as bowler hat–wearing men, windows, eyes, and female torsos. ALS, in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, December 1, 1954. Letter to Maureen, editor of La Gauche; and Magritte’s handwritten answers to the six questions sent to him by La Gauche, signed at the conclusion by Magritte. Letter reads (translated): “You will find herewith the texts that you have asked me for. I do not have a typewriter at my disposal, maybe you could type these texts, if you judge that the writing could be poorly read by the printer? Thank you in advance and please send me a copy of ‘La Gauche’ when my answer will come out.” Magritte then responds to all six questions sent to her. In part: “Question 1—What role and what place do you attribute to Art? a) on plastic point of view b) in society. Answer 1—a) My art painting conception consists first in a concern to be able to paint paintings having apparitions of characters, in which we nevertheless recognize people, objects, trees, stones, skies, etc. These paintings, according to me, must reveal to us present mysteries and make us participate therefore in the spirit’s life. b) Worthwhile art works are necessary, they answer to an inner obligation. But they are not indispensable to society. As soon as art becomes ‘social’, it obeys to outside circumstances—complex if we want—which direct the artist by robbing him of the attentive liberty to his artistic possibilities.

Question 2-.What do you think of ‘figurative art’ and ‘abstract art’? Answer 2—Art work that calls on any specialty has inevitably only an example value, superfluous given similar example amounts already existing.”

In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds to each page, some mild edge toning, and a couple small repaired edge tears to second page of answers. The complete questionairre can be viewed online at RRAuction.com. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

834. Andre Malraux.

836. Jules Massenet. Fantastic

Ballpoint signature and inscription, “Pour Monsieur Alvin Kentz, bonne chance! Andre Malraux, 18 June 1968,” on an offwhite 5.5 x 3.5 personal stationery card. In fine condition, with a trivial brush to the signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

collection of 12 ALSs in French signed “Massenet,” each approximately 5 x 6.5, dated between 1899 and 1908. Untranslated letters in French, several mentioning the great Italian baritone Mattia Battistini.

Various scattered foxing, otherwise fine condition. Two accompanied by original mailing envelope address panels, both filled out in Massenet’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

835. Heinrich Mann. German novelist (1871–1950) who was forced into exile before World War II. ALS in German, on a 3.5 x 5.5 postcard, July 18, 1905. Short untranslated letter to Wiener Verlag.

In very good condition, with small tear to left edge affecting a single word of text, scattered soiling, and a few creases. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

837. W. Somerset Maugham. ALS

signed “Willie,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, Villa Mauresque letterhead, June 6, [1956]. Letter to George Cukor. In full: “We came back from Florence today. I can’t find a pen that writes. This is to say: Do come, or all is over between us…We want you, we need you, we pine away, we hanker for you.”

A few mild creases, small tape-repaired tear to top, and an ink notation in another hand indicating the date, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 175

Despite a travel schedule that could turn him into a “tottering imbecile,” Maugham makes plans with Cukor 838. W. Somerset Maugham. ALS signed “Willie,” one page both sides, 5 x

8, Villa Mauresque letterhead, April 9, [1961]. Letter to director George Cukor. In part: “Of course. OF COURSE. If I am in residence…you will always be welcome.

We are going to London at the end of this month for a fortnight & then go to Berlin & Munich…It may be that by then I shall be a tottering imbecile, but I know I can trust you to make allowances.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, partially filled out in Maugham’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

839. W. Somerset Maugham. Fountain

pen signature, “W. Somerset Maugham,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 card bearing an affixed newspaper photo of the author. Reverse bears a collector’s notation indicating that the signature was received on August 19, 1947. Scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vibrant original Max artwork 840. Peter Max.

Vibrantly colored original artwork, entitled ‘Sage and Profile 2009 Ver. I #44,’ mixed media on an 8.5 x 11 sunburst sheet.

Consists of a 3.25 x 3.25 printed color sage profile image, which Max has embellished with thick and colorful brushstrokes to the image and surrounding areas, and signed in mixed color paint “Max.” Printed on the reverse is the following statement: “This Peter Max work entitled ‘Sage and Profile’ is a variation color combination (and brushstrokes) from his original artworks of the same title on paper,” and also bears a 2009 Peter Max copyright stamp. Mounted in a shadowbox to an overall size of 14 x 17, with a window to the reverse for viewing printed info. In fine condition.

Accompanied by a Peter Max original art certification. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 176 | March 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

841. Peter Max. Impressive color 11.5 x 24.5 print of the Statue of Liberty from the Corcoran Gallery of Art, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “For Alec, July 4, 1986, Peter Max, 87,” along with a small sketch of a heart. Print also bears a pre-printed signature to the upper border.

Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 20 x 33.5.

In fine condition. Collector’s notation to reverse of frame states that it was received directly from the artist in 1987.

An uncommon and desirable full signature from Max, who typically signs with just his last name. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

842. Arthur Miller. Three items: one glossy 5 x 8 photo of Miller with Inge Morath, signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint by both; one printed PEN press conference announcement, 8.5 x 11, signed in blue ballpoint by Miller and Michael Scammell; and one souvenir typescript of the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty bearing a first day postmark, 8.5 x 11, signed in blue felt tip by Miller. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

843. Joan Miro. Uncommon 6.75 x 9.5 book photo of Miro at work, signed in black artist’s pencil, “Miro.” In fine condition, with portions of the signature a shade light.

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

847. Vladimir Nabokov. Autograph note signed on a white 844. Joan Miro. TLS in French, enthusiastically signed “Miro,” one page, 8 x 11.5, personal letterhead, July 30, 1975. Untranslated letter in French. In fine condition, with light creasing to top. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

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

6.25 x 4.5 envelope, no date but Paris, 1975. Note reads: “Apostrophes cards, Third series of answers, V. Nabokov.” In fine condition. The most celebrated television interview of Vladimir Nabokov was given in 1975 to French talk show host Bernard Pivot for the groundbreaking literary show Apostrophes. This is the actual envelope where Nabokov kept his famous note cards relating his interview answers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

845. Henry Moore. Two photos: one color 8.5 x 11 catalog cover featuring a portrait of Moore from the January 1975 issue of the Franklin Mint Almanac, signed in the upper left in black felt tip; and one color 4 x 5.75 postcard photo of Moore’s sculpture entitled ‘Family Group,’ signed at the bottom in black felt tip. In overall fine condition, with a few slight creases to the portrait of Moore. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Monet Praises Cheret 846. Claude Monet. Highly influential French painter (1840–1926) who

was among the leading figures of the impressionist movement, which took its name from the title of one of Monet’s works. ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 7, February 14, 1891. Letter to his friend Jules Cheret, painter and after Toulouse-Lautrec, the most famous poster designer of his day. In full (translated): “I have many apologies to make to you for having so long delayed to thank you for your shipment. You will pardon me I hope. I am delighted to have seen them—some of them are divine—and everyone shares my admiration.

My best compliments to Madame Cheret and to you and thank you again.”

In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning, a few scattered brushes to text, and some light soiling along right edge. The “shipment” Monet refers to probably contained posters, some of which Monet thought “divine.”Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 177

848. Gerald Murphy. Expatriate socialite and painter (1888–1964) who, with his wife Sara, lived on the French Riviera and played a central role in the ‘Lost Generation’ social circle that included Hemingay, Fitzgerald, Dos Passos, and Picasso. ALS signed “Gerald,” one page on the reverse of a postcard depicting a painting by Pietro Longhi, 5.25 x 3.5, October 22, 1947. Letter to a friend. In part: “What I saw was not cheering. One is conscious constantly that it is happening to us vicariously. England: orderly disintegration. France: recovery in chaos. We must all meet when Sara returns.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

849. Ogden Nash.

Two letters: one ALS, one page, 4 x 6, personal letterhead, no date. In full: “I am so sorry I have no photograph of myself so the sketch below will have to do,” with a humorous self-portrait sketched below; and one TLS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, June 8, 1961. In part: “I am always happy to hear from anybody who has read and enjoyed my verses.” In overall fine condition, with a few light creases. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the TLS. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I was peeved by rebellion by the high cost of bad booze.

Also I thought I’d have a novel stab at a sober N. Y. relaxation. Found this experiment exceedingly entertaining” 850. Eugene O’Neill. American playwright (1888–1953) who occupies a central place in the history of twentieth-century drama. Among his most famous works are The Iceman Cometh, Mourning Becomes Electra, and Long Day’s Journey into Night. A four-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize, he was also awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1936. Uncommon ALS signed “Gene,” one page, 6.25 x 7.75, Provincetown, Massachusetts, March 27, 1921. Letter to Harold Meltzer about submitting some material. In full: “All of my finished stuff is pretty well tied up in one way or another and I haven’t a thing I could submit to Hilliard. However, I’m none the less grateful to you for letting me know of the chance, and sorry I can’t have a try at it. Scotty maligns me with his dramatic Doctor. The Doc. who advised me to shun the rum pot was myself. I was peeved by rebellion by the high cost of bad booze. Also I thought I’d have a novel stab at a sober N. Y. relaxation. Found this experiment exceedingly entertaining—seemed to be seeing N. Y. for the first time—and. As a result, have sworn a sincere New Year’s oath to so continue as far as these U.S. are concerned—or until we go ‘wet’ again. Again thanks for your letter. Give me best to Courey, Barney, and all.” Partial separations to edges of central horizontal fold and a couple light spots to left side, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in O’Neill’s hand, and signed in the return address area, “E. G. O’Neill.”

Battling his alcoholism from an early age, O’Neill felt the internal struggle of many artists: if he continued his dangerously heavy drinking, he knew he would be unable to write, but if he stopped drinking, he feared that he would lose his passion and creativity. Contrary to his latter worry, his extended periods of sobriety were his most productive periods.

After winning his first Pulitzer Prize in 1920 for Beyond the Horizon, the playwright embarked on one such sobriety “experiment,” taking “a novel stab at a sober N. Y. relaxation.” In 1921 he finished writing The First Man, wrote the entirety of The Hairy Ape, and began work on The Fountain, which he completed the following fall. He received his second and third Pulitzer Prizes within a three-year span, but eventually fell off the wagon and suffered another period of alcohol-induced depression. Written from his home in Provincetown, this is an outstanding letter touching on one of the most important issues in the Nobel Prize-winning writer’s life—a remarkable account of the artist’s struggle in his own words! Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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851. Georgia O’Keeffe. TLS, one page inside an O’Keeffe-designed

card, 7.5 x 5.5, November 14, 1974. Letter to critic Lewis Mumford.

In part: “I have not gone to the Academy for a couple of years, so I haven’t even seen you there. I am so pleased that you enjoy your new cleaned painting.” In fine condition, with a few light creases. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

852. Eugene O’Neill. Colophon removed from a 1933 Random House limited edition of Ah, Wilderness!, numbered 232/325, signed in black ink, “Eugene O’Neill.” In fine condition, with light scattered toning and soiling to edges which could be easily matted out.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

853. Maxfield Parrish. Signed book: Es-

855. Pablo Picasso. Limited edition color linogravure of his work entitled ‘Still Life with a Lamplight,’ 8 x 10.5, #121/200, signed in the lower border in pencil, “Picasso.” Nicely cloth-matted and framed with a small plaque to an overall size of 20.75 x 25. In very fine condition.

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

cape from the Soviets by Tatiana Tchernavin. First edition, later printing.

NY: E. P. Dutton & Co., 1934. Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.75, 320 pages. Signed on the first free end page with an ownership signature in black ink, “Maxfield Parrish: from Juliet Rublee.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. Sky blue cloth-covered boards with gilt titles; spine sunned; minor wear to edges (mostly at corners/spine-ends); slightly shelf-cocked; textblock edges slightly yellowed; front hinge cracked at title page (binding still strong). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

854. Joseph Paxton. English gardener and architect best known for designing The

Crystal Palace (1803–1865). ALS, one page, 4.25 x 7, Chatsworth, July 17, 1846. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I have sent a cheque for…£40 Midland.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and a couple ballpoint and pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Large Czech postage stamp of Picasso’s monumental Guernica

856. Pablo Picasso. Czechoslovakian postage stamp featuring

Picasso’s painting Guernica, affixed to a 4 x 2.5 white card, signed on the card under the stamp in blue ink, “Picasso”; and the original mailing envelope, 6.25 x 3.5, addressed in type to a gentleman in Israel, postmarked February 12, 1963, notated in the return address are by Picasso, “par avion.” In fine condition, with expected soiling and wear to envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Unusual photo of Picasso signing his works

857. Pablo Picasso. Uncommon vintage matte-finish 4 x 5.75 photo of Picasso signing prints of his works, beautifully signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint, “Picasso.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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858. J. B. Priestley. British

writer of more than 100 novels, numerous dramas, and critical works on literature and social issues (1894–1984). ALS, one page, 6.75 x 8, personal letterhead, September 7, 1964. Letter to a gentleman declining an invitation.

In part: “I am afraid I must say No to the lunch, simply because I spend most of my time down here and just cannot afford the time to make special trips to London.” In fine condition, with punch holes to the left border and a few pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

859. Joseph Pulitzer. Post-

Dispatch business check, 8 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Pulitzer, payable to John A. Cockerill Esq. for $400, May 27, 1882. Three vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), a few light creases, and expected cancellation cuts, otherwise fine condition. Cockerill was editor of the St. Louis PostDispatch who, less than five months after the date of this check, shot and killed Alonzo Slayback during an argument in his office. Slayback had a long standing feud with the Post-Dispatch, which had published political attacks against him in the past. While Cockerill was found justified in the homicide by reason of self-defense, it was a controversial trial that cost the Post-Dispatch many subscribers and advertisers.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

860. Joseph Pulitzer. Rare manuscript DS, one page, 8.25 x 12.25, January 2, 1897. Pulitzer appoints his brother-in-law as a voting proxy at stockholder meetings. In part: “I Joseph Pulitzer do hereby constitute and appoint William Leonard Davis attorney and agent with power of substitution for me and in my name place and stead to vote as my proxy at any meeting of Stockholders of the Pulitzer Publishing Company to be held in St. Louis Mo on the 18 January 1897 or any other day during the said year 1897.” Signed at the conclusion by Pulitzer and two witnesses. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). In 1878, Pulitzer had married Kate Davis, sister of William Leonard Davis. By the end of the 1880s, he was virtually blind and most of his documents were signed by secretaries, making this an especially scarce piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

864. Robert Ripley.

Two items: one vintage glossy 7 x 9 photo, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Royce Prior, with best wishes of Ripley”; and one TLS signed “Ripley,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Believe It or Not! letterhead, July 2, 1932, responding to an autograph request. In overall very good condition, with scattered marks and creases, and trimmed edges to the photo, and intersecting folds with slight separations and scattered creases to the letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

861. Mario Puzo. Souvenir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, from his novel The Godfather, signed at the bottom in green felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

862. James R. Randall. Writer (1839–

1908) best remembered as the lyricist of the song, ‘Maryland, My Maryland.’ AQS, one page on an off-white sheet folded to a size of 4.5 x 7. Randall pens a verse of his famous song ‘Maryland, My Maryland’: “Hark to an exiled son’s appeal, Maryland!

My Mother State, to thee I kneel, Maryland! For life and death, for woe and weal, Thy peerless chivalry reveal, And gird thy beauteous limbs with steel, Maryland! My Maryland!” Signed at the bottom, “James R. Randall.” In fine condition.

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

865. Norman Rockwell. TLS,

one page, 5.25 x 7.5, personal letterhead, September 27, 1971.

Letter to an admirer. In full: “Enclosed are the autographed covers, and also a bookplate which I thought you might like to place in your Abram’s book.” Double-suede-matted and framed with a color photo of one of Rockwell’s works to an overall size of 32.5 x 23. In fine condition.

Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce signed Renoir authentication of his ‘Girl with flowers’ 863. Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Vintage 7 x 10.25 photo of a reproduction of a Renoir, featuring a young woman holding flowers. The photograph is an authentication of one of his most attractive paintings. Signed in the bottom border in ink, “Renoir.” Also written in the bottom border by the Mayor of Cagnes, “Pierre-Auguste Renoir, artiste paintre, 9 Janrie, 1910,” signing below and adding the official stamp of city hall to authenticate Renoir’s signature. Image is affixed to a slightly larger cardstock mount. In very good condition, with some trivial rubbing, light ink borders around the image, adhesive remnants from previous mounting, and a few purple government stamps, one lightly affecting the signature. A rare opportunity to own an authentically signed Renoir at a fraction of what the painting would cost. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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866. Auguste Rodin.

Seminal and highly lauded French sculptor (1840– 1917). ALS in French, signed “Rodin,” one page, 4 x 6.25, no date. Letter in French to painter Antoine Guillemet.

In full (translated): “The signature is affixed. Can you come? I assure you that I thank your dear friend as well as Madame Guillemet for the honor and friendship you bear me.” Toning to borders from previous display, and show-through from mounting remnants to upper border, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned matte-finish photo of Rodin. Guillemet was a well-regarded impressionist landscape painter during the late 19th century. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

868. Arthur Rothstein. Acclaimed American photojournalist (1915–1985). Glossy 7 x 9 photo of Rothstein with his camera, signed and inscribed in artist’s pencil, “For Michael Robuck, with warm regards, Arthur Rothstein.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

869. Napoleon Sarony. Highly popular

and great portrait photographer (1821–1896), renowned for his portraits of the stars of American theater. ALS signed “Sarony,” one page, 8 x 10.5, personal Sarony Portraits letterhead, July 5, 1880. Brief letter to H. K. Smith. In full: “Styles & Cash, 77 8th Avenue—publish the calendar.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered toning, and slight mirroring to ink. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

870. Siegfried Sassoon.

867. Romain Rolland. French writer who won the 1915 Nobel Prize for literature. Two ALSs in French: one is one page, both sides, 5 x 6.5, February 17, 1906. In part (translated): “the characters, the framing, the great compositions, everything is superb and worthy of the work, in every respect.”; second letter is three sides of two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 7, October 2, 1919, to an unidentified gentleman. In part (translated): “You talk of my Liluli which The Nation is now publishing in English translation…I’ve just read the first few pages; overall, the style seemed satisfactory, although some errors will have to be corrected. I’ll have to see the whole translation and have it checked

by English author friends of mine. A very important characteristic of Liluli is its poetic rhythm. A faithful poetic copy is almost impossible but at least some English equivalent must be given. Because you are the English publisher of my ‘Above the Battle’…you should be interested in my volume of articles ‘The Precursors.’” In fine condition, with uniform toning to second letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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English poet, author and soldier (1886–1967) who was decorated for bravery on the Western Front and became one of the leading poets of the First World War. ALS signed “S. Sassoon,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Hotel Bristol letterhead, April 24, 1934. Letter to a prospective publisher. In full: “I am afraid I cannot contribute to your anthology, as I have very few unpublished poems, & those which I have are being reserved for my next volume.”

In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, light scattered foxing, and a rusty paperclip mark to the upper left. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Remarkable yearbook from Valley Forge Military Academy, signed by the young cadet in full over his high school portrait—one of the earliest Salingers we have seen!

871. J. D. Salinger. The 1936 edition of Crossed Sabres, the Annual of the Corps of Cadets of the Valley Forge Military Academy, Wayne, Pennsylvania, 8 x 10.75, 220 pages.

Signed in fountain pen over his portrait, “Best of luck from an ex-Great Necker, Jerome Salinger.” Under Salinger’s name, rank, birth date and hometown, his activities are listed: “Private, ’34; Intramural Activities; Mask and Spur, ’34, ’35; Glee Club, ’34, ’35; Plebe Detail, ’35; Aviation Club; French Club; NonCommissioned Officers’ Club; Literary Editor, 1936 CROSSED SABRES.” Salinger is listed or pictured seven more times in the yearbook as well. On page 56 as a member of ‘First Class’; page 132 in the Class Prophecy section, listing the future activities of my classmates “‘Jerry’ Salinger, writing four-act melodramas for the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra.” The Class Poem on page 138 was written by “Jerome D. Salinger, ’36.” Three stanzas of eight lines each, it begins, “Hide not thy tears on this last day – / Your sorrow has no shame; / To march no more midst lines of gray; / No longer play the game.” The Crossed Sabres Staff on page 160 lists “Jerome D. Salinger, Literary Editor.”

He appears again on pages 161 and 162 in photos of the Crossed Sabres Staff and The Mask and Spur drama club, respectively. Yearbook was the property of Charles Grossman and bears an ownership bookplate affixed to the second free end page. The book is also signed throughout by other members of the Academy. Autographic condition: fine. Accompanied by three other yearbooks belonging to Grossman, The Arista 1935 (Senior Class, Great Neck H.S.) and Crossed Sabres from 1937 and 1938. Book condition: VG/None. Black cloth-covered boards with gilt emblem on front; edges worn; light soiling; edges and tissue pages yellowed; expected loosening of hinges from being opened flat and signed.

Before the gruesome reality of World War II forever changed him, and before literary success and public scrutiny pushed him into a reclusive lifestyle, ‘Jerry’ Salinger was a typical high school student. This yearbook offers an amazing look into the author’s life at the same age of his most famous protagonist. It shows him in the hallways that later gave shape to Pencey Prep, among the classmates who would serve as models for Holden’s peers in The Catcher in the Rye (including fellow Valley Forge cadet Norman Wade Ackley, who unwittingly gave his name to Caulfield’s unhygienic and irritating friend). It shows the earliest stages of his proclivity for creative writing, serving as literary editor of the Crossed Sabres yearbook and contributing his own work, including the Class Poem contained within this copy. One of the earliest Salinger signatures we have seen, this glimpse into his life as an active and social teenager is a truly remarkable piece of American literary history.

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

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Superb original handwritten poem by Sir Walter Scott 872. Sir Walter Scott. Autograph poem, unsigned, one page, 6 x 5.25.

Scott pens three stanzas, in full: “If that it were suppose it should be so / Without forgetting either but or nor / Some not in vain together blindly go / Then only those forever I abhor / Not that indeed as some perchance may say / Indubitable reasons can be given / Yet when bright Phoebus gilds the golden day / Our thoughts ascend insensibly to heaven / If some there be that say, that is, if there / Be any who this truth do not deny / None for Parnassus height ere bade so fair / Or easier climbed the steep ascent than I.” Reverse bears a collector’s notation, in part, “Given me by Sir W. Scott at Abbotsford.”

Intersecting folds, a small central tear, and clipped corners, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a photogravure portrait of Scott. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 873. Sir Walter Scott. Scottish

novelist and poet (1771–1832) best known for such classics as Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, and Waverley.

Third-person ALS, one page, 7.25 x 9.25, [May 17, 1837]. Scott requests a coat. In full: “Sir Walter Scott wishes Messrs. Shultz to send to him without delay a black frock coat for deep mourning, to be made of strong cloth. Also a black waistband.” Address panel to reverse of second integral sheet is also filled out in Scott’s hand.

Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light overall toning, and a few pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

874. Maurice Sendak. Signed book: We Are All in the Dumps.

First edition. NY: HarperCollins, 1993. Hardcover with dust jacket, 11 x 8.25, 56 pages. Sendak has drawn a portrait of one of the book’s characters on the half-title page in black ink, signing below, “Maurice Sendak.” Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: VG+/VG+.

Brown paper-covered boards; slight wear to edges, otherwise NF. Dust jacket has a few minor creases to edges and one small (approx.

1 inch) closed tear to lower edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“As you may see by my expression the Nation report is rubbish”

875. George Bernard Shaw. ALS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 3.5 x 5.5, August 21, 1935. Letter to a Philadelphia woman who informed Shaw he had been misquoted in an American magazine. In full: “As you may see by my expression the Nation report is rubbish; and your recollection is quite accurate. Thank you for your letter.”

Scattered light toning and soiling, a few creases to bottom of correspondence side and image, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a clipped newspaper photo and caption of the woman holding the postcard. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

876. George Bernard Shaw. Third-person ANS in pencil, signed

“Shaw’s,” in the text, one page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, no date. Note informing the recipient of an address change. In full: “Shaw’s address from Aug. 16 to early in September at Mrs. Dening’s Ruan Manor Cornwall. From Sept. 21, to 31 Oct. Patmos—or…29 Fitzroy Square, London W. 10 Adelphi Terrace, London W.C., (Mrs. Shaw’s rooms) always safe.” In very good condition, with moderate ink stain to lower right corner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

877. Joshua Shaw. Painter (1776–1860) of scenic views of early America, and important precursor to Thomas Cole and the Hudson River School. ALS, one page, 7.5 x 9.75, September 7, 1844. Letter to John P. Rider.

In part: “I have this day made a parcel of the Drawing promised to you…I usually, after making a black-lead drawing define it in ink, and in this instance have Tinted it with colour as I sometimes do—It is characteristic, so far, as my manner of sketching.” Address panel to reverse of second integral page is also filled out in Shaw’s hand. In fine condition, with Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and light overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

878. Edith Sitwell. English poet and critic (1887–1964). ALS, one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, Paris, November 1, 1930. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “I should have loved to lunch with you,—but you see where I am! I shall be in Paris till the third or fourth week in November.” In fine condition, with slight separation to horizontal mailing fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

879. Eric Sloane. American landscape painter and illustrator (1905–1985). Collection of seven signed color candid photos, 9.75 x 7.5 and 7.5 x 9.75, of Sloane at work in his studio in 1973, each signed in black ink by Sloane. Each photo is individually matted and framed to overall sizes of 15.25 x 13.25 and 13.25 x 15.25. In fine overall condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Smith references an early graphophone recording of his famous song

880. Samuel Francis Smith. ALS signed “S. F. Smith,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5.5 x 9, September 25, 1895. Letter to “my dear old friend.” In part; “Notwithstanding your thoughtful suggestion not to feel that I must answer all your letters directly, I am moved to reply to yours of yesterday & another a few days earlier. I am greatly interested in your pen-&-ink sketch. I know you are such master in that art. Your topic is lovely…My daughter Mrs. Candee has a graphophone cylinder having my voice in ‘America’ on it. It was given her by an agent of the Graph—who came here & exhibited it.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some light edge soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Superb first edition of East of Eden 881. John Steinbeck. Signed book: East of Eden. First edition, limited issue of 1500. NY: Viking Press, 1952. Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.25, 602 pages. Signed on the colophon in blue ballpoint. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Green cloth-covered boards with gilt lettering; spine rubbed; very slightly shelf-cocked; minor scuffs and discoloration to red-dyed textblock edges.

Steinbeck considered East of Eden to be his best and most significant literary work, and signed first editions are highly desirable. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exceptionally scarce first edition of Stoker’s classic Dracula

882. Bram Stoker. Incredibly scarce first [British] edition, second issue of Dracula, Westminster, England: Archibald Constable and Company, 1897. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 390 pages. Book condition: G+/None. Original yellow cloth-covered boards with orange lettering to cover and spine, front board outlined in orange box; spine sunned; exterior and margins of a few pages soiled; light foxing to textblock edges and a few pages; front and rear hinges neatly repaired; few interior hinges cracked; previous owner’s gift inscription to ffep. Rear flyleaf bears The Shoulder of Shasta ad; no additional publisher’s catalog included. In protective mylar sleeve, housed in a red cloth chemise and quarter red morocco and cloth slipcase with gilt lettering and raised bands to spine. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7.75, Lyceum Theatre letterhead, September 19, 1891. A letter to London publisher William Heinemann. In full: “I enclose some of the pictures which Miss Terry has 1. photo ET [Ellen Terry] on drum & Kate Terry with eyeglass. 2. photo E.T. sitting as boy with black trousers 85 woman with eyeglass. 3. photo E.T. a boy young woman holding hand 4. pencil drawing Mrs. Siddons as Lady Macbeth. 5. pen 85 ink drawing H.I. [Henry Irving] by Bastien Lepage. 6. letter of Charles Kean. 7. book with etching of E.T. Miss Terry values these very much such as they are & of course they will be kept safe & not injured. 4 & 5 are really valuable. Please let me have a line in acknowledgement.” Letter is in very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, a small separation to spine, and horizontal fold through portion of first name of signature. This letter was written to Heinemann the year before he started his publishing company. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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883. William Styron. Major

American novelist (1925–2006) best known for The Confessions of Nat Turner and Sophie’s Choice.

ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 2, 1971.

Letter to an admirer, responding to an autograph request. In fine condition, with light scattered creasing and a couple spots of soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

884. William Styron. Souvenir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, from his Pulitzer Prize– winning novel, Confessions of Nat Turner, signed at the top in black felt tip. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Beautifully distinctive and lengthy handwritten letter from a “tired and disgruntled” Tolkien as he concludes his masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings 885. J. R. R. Tolkien.

British author and scholar (1892–1973) whose Lord of the Rings trilogy became one of the towering classics of fantasy literature and inspired a series of wildly popular films. ALS, on both sides of a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, Professor Tolkien, Merton College letterhead, January 18, 1948. Letter to J. L. N. O’Laughlin. In full: “What a very kind thought and action! Your most welcome parcel (chosen by one who knows) arrived safely, and in time for Christmas. I am sorry that so long a time has elapsed in our acknowledgement. But you will recall how quickly the Chr. vac evaporates, and I was stricken down with a prevalent form of gastric flu on Christmas Day itself, and could not shake off the effects so that I am now, on the first day of full term!, belatedly coping with many neglects. My wife joins me in grateful thanks, and in praise of your admirable selection. I wonder how things fare with you? I find things on this side gloomy in the extreme; but you won’t want to hear anything about that! The English School changes, and with three more or less active profs. would—if there were prospects of peace—go ahead. Wilson is a charming and energetic colleague. But I am either tired or disgruntled and think Oxford would be a good place to get away from! Best wishes to you and your wife and family for 1948.” In fine condition with a couple light creases to right edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Tolkien’s hand.

Encouraged by the critical and financial success of the 1937 publication of The Hobbit, Tolkien’s publisher requested more, sparking the sequel that would become the masterpiece of his career. Though he began The Lord of the Rings shortly after, it took over a decade to reach completion (and another six years to reach publication). Transferring jobs from Professor of Anglo-Saxon at Pembroke College to Professor of English Language and Literature at Merton College, Oxford in 1945—the focus of this friendly letter—a great deal of time was consumed with his academic pursuits. After a trying holiday season, feeling unprepared to return to his classes on the Oxford campus, Tolkien writes, “I am either tired or disgruntled and think Oxford would be a good place to get away from!” Despite his exhaustion at the start of 1948, he spent the year simultaneously fulfilling his duties as a professor and completing The Lord of the Rings. This letter, ringing in a landmark year in his career, is crisply penned in his distinctive calligraphic hand on personal letterhead—a highly attractive and extraordinarily rare piece from the father of high fantasy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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886. William Makepeace Thackeray. ALS signed “W. M.

Thackeray,” one page, 4.5 x 7, November 8. In full: “I am well. How do you do. Where is Fitzgerald?”

In fine condition, with some trivial brushing to ink. Accompanied by an envelope addressed in Thackeray’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

887. John Reuben Thompson.

Southern poet and journalist who worked closely with Edgar Allan Poe (1823–1873). Ink signature, “With every good wish for your health and happiness, Jno. R: Thompson, Albany, 12 January 1860,” on an offwhite 5 x 8 sheet. In fine condition, with a band of toning to the upper border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“How pure & how true the delight which I have ever drawn from your poetry” 888. Richard Trench. Irish

poet and clergyman (1807–1886) who published numerous volumes of poetry and criticism, and eventually became Archbishop of Dublin.

ALS signed “Rich.

C. Trench,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, June 15, 1841. Letter to an unnamed fellow poet. In part: “My friend Mr. Donne has recorded, for the inflowing of my vanity, some kind expressions of yours with regard to certain unworthy verses of mine…I need hardly say, for you must be accustomed to such testimonies, how pure & how true the delight which I have ever drawn from your poetry—how greatly therefore I am pleased…to have pleased you.” In fine condition, with mild scattered toning and soiling, and slight show-through from writing to opposing sides. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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889. Anthony Trollope. One of the most

successful, prolific, and respected English novelists of the Victorian era (1815–1882). Ink signature and closing on an off-white 2.75 x 2.25 slip clipped from the conclusion of a letter. Affixed to a slightly larger card. Some show-through from writing to reverse, a trivial spot of foxing, and irregularly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

890. Maurice Utrillo. Popular

French painter (1883–1955), son of the renowned artist Suzanne Valadon, best known for his colorful cityscapes and views of the French countryside. Crisp ballpoint signature, “Maurice Utrillo V,” on an off-white 5 x 7 sheet. Also signed below by his wife, “Lucie Utrillo Valore.” In fine condition. A rare and highly desirable signature of the Montmartre artist. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

891. Andy Warhol and Jamie Wyeth. Tri-fold exhibit folder for

“Andy Warhol & Jamie Wyeth Portraits of Each Other,” at the Brandywine River Museum, measuring 24 x 10 open, signed and inscribed inside in black felt tip by both Wyeth and Warhol, both signing by their respective images. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinary portrait of two American legends: Warhol and Ali 892. Andy Warhol and Muhammad Ali. Unique glossy 9.75 x 7.75

photo of Warhol at an exhibit of two of his Ali portraits, signed in black felt tip

by Warhol and blue felt tip by Ali. Also signed on the reverse by the photographer, Larry Lent. Moderate scattered silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Consignor notes that the photograph was taken and printed by Lent, who was a Houston-based photographer for Music News. A superb and likely one-of-a-kind photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

893. Noah Webster. Author and lexicographer (1758-1843) who published

the first comprehensive dictionary of American English. Manuscript DS, three scallop-topped pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 12.5, December 20, 1794. Document reads, in part, “Articles of Agreement Indented and made this Twentieth day of December…Between Lindley Murray, at present of York in England, by his attornies John Murray Senior and John Murray Junr of the City of New York Merchants, of the one part; and Noah Webster of the said City of New York Printer of the other part…Lindley Murray, by his said Attornies…Covenant with the said Noah Webster his Heirs and assigns…well and sufficiently grant, bargain, Sell, aliene, release and convey to the said Noah Webster…All that certain Lot of Ground Situate lying and being in the second Ward of the City of New York now in the Tenure and occupation of Thomas Greenleaf Printer, bounded in front on Water Street, on the East Side

by Ground of Robert Bruce, and on the west side by Ground of John Keese.”

Signed at the conclusion by Webster, and also signed “Lindley Murray (by his Attorneys),” “John Murray,” and “John Murray Junr.” and as witnesses “Henry Rogers” and “Henry Troupe.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

894. John Greenleaf Whittier. American Quak-

er poet and abolitionist (1807–1892). ANS signed “John G. Whittier,” one page, 4.25 x 7, no date.

Short note to an unknown recipient. In full: “I think thy autograph hunt is a remarkable instance of persistent effort for an object hardly worthy of it ‘What’s in a name?’” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

895. Kate Douglas Wiggin. American

author (1856–1923) best known for the juvenile classic Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. Vintage 4 x 5.25 photo, featuring an oval image of Wiggin, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Yours sincerely, Kate Douglas Wiggin.”

In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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896. Kate Douglas Wiggin. Postcard depicting Wiggin’s house, 5.5 x 3.5, signed on the reverse in black ink. In very good to fine condition, with scattered toning and soiling, and a few pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

“I want to see Frank’s debut…though to a certain degree I regret his choice of an opening play” 897. Oscar Wilde.

Irish writer (1854–1900) and leader of the Aesthetic Movement, known for such works as The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Importance of Being Earnest, and The Happy Prince. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Lyric Club letterhead, no date. Letter to “My dear Jalard.” In full: “Mind you send me two stalls for your first night—I want to see Frank’s debut—and I feel sure he will make a mark, though to a certain degree I regret his choice of an opening play. However, his other plays will no doubt follow in due course.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and dampstaining, not affecting legibility of text and light surface loss along left edge of first page.

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

899. P. G. Wodehouse.

898. P. G. Wodehouse. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 3.5, personal let-

terhead, June 29, 1972. Brief letter to an admirer. In part: “This is me working, with my dachshund Jed behind me.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Wodehouse’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Glossy 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of Wodehouse smoking a pipe, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Best wishes, P. G. Wodehouse.” Scattered surface impressions and a brush to the beginning of the signature, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Woolf signs a rare limited edition of a book based in part on her lover 900. Virginia Woolf. British author (1882–1941) revered as one of the most important writers in the English language. Signed book: Orlando. Limited edition of 861 copies (this being number. 787). NY: Crosby Gaige, 1928. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.25, 331 pages. Signed in purple fountain pen on the reverse of the half-title page. Autographic condition: fine, with a bit of mild edge toning. Book condition: VG/None. Navy cloth-covered boards with gilt title and decoration, gilted upper textblock edge; moderate wear to edges with small tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; spine and portion of covers sunned. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

901. Alexander Woollcott. Critic and

commentator for The New Yorker magazine and a member of the Algonquin Round Table (1887–1943). Vintage glossy 8.75 x 7.5 photo of Woollcott working at his desk, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Frank Gonzalez, Alexander Woollcott.” In very good condition, with light scattered surface creases and spotting, slight irregular adhesion to the signature, and lightly trimmed edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

902. Herman Wouk.

ALS, one page, 5.5 x 3.5, personal letterhead postcard, February 17, 1968. Letter to an admirer. In full: “Thank you for a fine letter about ‘This is My God.’ I do expect to write more in this field in coming years.” Reverse is also addressed in Wouk’s hand. In fine condition, with light scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The master architect signs his life story

904. Frank Lloyd Wright. Signed book: An Autobiography.

Later printing. NY: Duell, Sloan and Pearce, 1943. Hardcover, 8.5 x 8.5, 560 pages. Signed on the title page in blue ink.

Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Red cloth-covered boards; minor rubbing along edges; textblock edges and feps lightly foxed and soiled; previous owner’s name in pen on rear pastedown. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

903. Frank Lloyd Wright. Exceptional Wright-designed business check

for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, 8 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed

by Wright, “Frank Lloyd Wright,” payable to Thorson Store Fixture Co. for $187.61, February 24, 1954. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and bank stamps (touching the beginning of the signature), and slight show-through to upper border from tape to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 191

905. Andrew Wyeth. Signed book: The Art of Andrew Wyeth. First edition. Boston: New York Graphic Society, 1973. Leatherbound hardcover, 12 x 9.25, 176 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint, “For Stuart, with warmest greetings, Andrew Wyeth.”

Autographic condition: scattered foxing to signed page, otherwise fine condition.Book condition: VG/None. Brown leather-covered boards with gilt titles; light wear to edges with upper corners gently bumped; light soiling and foxing to exterior and first/last few pages. Accompanied by photocopied letter of provenance from a gentleman whose father was a friend of Wyeth’s and was given the book as a gift, which he had custom-bound in leather. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

After finishing ‘The Virgin,’ Wyeth receives an opulent shearling coat 906. Andrew Wyeth.

ALS signed “Andy,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, September 12, 1969. Letter to a friend. In part: “Delighted to know the great coat is being shipped from Europe—please hold the coat till I return from Maine…

Have completed a painting I think you will like.” In fine condition. Consignor notes that the painting referred to is ‘The Virgin,’ a full-length nude of Siri Erickson. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Wyeth’s hand, and an original color snapshot photo of Wyeth wearing the coat he refers to in the letter, as well as a photocopied letter of provenance from a gentleman whose father was a friend of Wyeth’s and had the coat ordered from Europe. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

908. Andrew Wyeth. Car registration stub, signed “Andrew N. Wyeth,” one page, 2.5 x 3.25, expiry date of January 31, 1981.

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania automobile registration stub filled out in type with information pertaining to Wyeth’s 1978 Stutz Bearcat convertible. In fine condition, with subtle toning to borders. Accompanied by photocopied letter of provenance from a gentleman whose father was a friend of Wyeth’s and helped him purchase the difficult-to-acquire vehicle. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) 909. Andrew Wyeth.

Personal check, 7.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wyeth, “Andrew Wyeth,” payable to Harbor View Tavern for $98.88, August 30, 1989. Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 10.5.

In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and some trivial foxing.

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

Wyeth’s registration for his rare Stutz Blackhawk, along with candid original photos 907. Andrew Wyeth. Full car registration form, signed “Andrew N. Wyeth,” and “Betsy James Wyeth,” one page, 7.25 x 3.25, expiry date of March 31, 1975. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania automobile registration form filled out in type with information pertaining to Wyeth’s 1972 Stutz Blackhawk coupe, and signed on the stub portion by Wyeth and his wife. In fine condition, with a couple light creases and expected machine-cut holes. Accompanied by four original color snapshot photos: two of the Stutz alone, one of Wyeth with the car, and one of Wyeth with his wife; also accompanied by an original letter of provenance from a gentleman whose father was a friend of Wyeth’s and helped him purchase the difficult-to-acquire vehicle. These Stutz cars were incredibly rare and expensive—only a few dozen per year could be manufactured, and they were disproportionally purchased by stars and celebrities. This fantastic group presents a one-of-a-kind, highly desirable collectible for any art or automobile enthusiast. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 192 | March 13, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

comic art & animation 913. Comic Artists. Ap911. Mel Blanc. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Blanc holding a carrot, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with mild surface bends and creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

912.

Cartoonists.

Five items: one original storyboard production sketch in pencil, presumably from the Dennis the Menace cartoon, 8.5 x 11, signed and inscribed in the upper right in blue ink, “For Sophie—Hank Ketchum”; one piece of stationery featuring a printed image of the Cat in the Hat, 5.25 x 8.5, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Hi, Sophie!—Dr. Seuss”; and three felt tip sketches of Andy Kapp on individual FDCs with cachets honoring Walt Disney, each signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes! Reg Smythe.” A noticeable crease to the lower left of the storyboard sketch, and a central horizontal fold to the Cat in the Hat sheet, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the Cat in the Hat sheet. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

proximately 27 items, consisting primarily of original sketches and comic art, as well as a few photos and cards, each signed by the associated comic artist. Signers include: Art Clokey (3), Joe Barbera, Ron Ferdinand, Morrie Turner (5), Martin Filchock, Stanley Stamaty, George Wolfe, David Pascal, Harley Karnes, Al Kaufman, Leah Rubin, Gary Patterson (2), Fred Wagner (2), Woody Wilson (2), Stan Goldberg (3), and Bean Smith. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

914. Cartoonists.

Eleven items consisting of: eight original hand-inked Tiger daily comic strips, on paper, all approximately 13.5 x 4.5, each signed in a panel

by Blake, and each also signed again; a brief ALS from Blake, signed “Bud B.”; an original felt tip sketch of Andy Capp and his wife on an off-white 5.25 x 6.5 card, signed by Reg Smythe; and an original signed and inscribed sketch of Dennis the Menace on an off-white 6 x 4 card, signed and inscribed by Hank Ketcham. In fine condition, with a vertical fold to each strip. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

915. Walt Disney. Exceptional personal check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and boldly signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to H. L. Byram, County Tax Collector for $1728.24, stamp-dated December 5, 1956. Notation in the memo field indicates that this was the first payment of his 1956 taxes. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder and given an autograph grade of 9. In fine condition, with two subtle vertical folds and expected cancellation holes, bank stamps, and notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Early portrait of the great imagineer 916. Walt Disney. Fantastic vintage glossy 8 x 10 double weight photo of Disney staring pensively off camera, his arms folded in front of him, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Andrew Broom, with best wishes, Walt Disney.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface marks and creases, with a light horizontal bend passing through bottom of facial area, and a mounting strip along reverse to edge.

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

Exceptional uninscribed Disney portrait

917. Walt Disney. Superb vintage matte-finish 8 x 10

head-and-shoulders photo, beautifully signed in fountain pen. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder grading the autograph an “8.” In fine condition, with two small indistinct areas of a clear substance, possibly nail polish, brushed over the eyes of image, and slight mounting remnants to corner tips. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity and grading from PSA/DNA, again grading the autograph an “8.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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921. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Original

918. Rube Goldberg. ANS, on a 5 x 4 engraved announcement of an appointment of his friend Richard Hyman, no date. Written at the top of the announcement, the note reads, in full: “Congratulations Dick—Hope they appreciate what a great guy they copped!” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, some light toning along top edge, and a couple small tears and marginal binding holes to left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

919. Chester Gould. Original signed and inscribed ballpoint

sketch of Dick Tracy on an off-white 5 x 3 lightly-lined card, signed and inscribed “To Fred Carey, with best wishes, Chester Gould.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

920. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Origi-

nal hand-painted production cel of Dastardly a n d M u t t l e y, 13 x 10.5, consisting of three acetate sheets set against the original painted background, signed later on the first sheet in black felt tip by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Sheets are not affixed to each other in any manner. In fine condition, with expected wear from use in production.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

hand-painted production cel of Top Cat and Benny the Ball, 13.25 x 10.5, consisting of two acetate sheets set against a preprinted color background, signed later on the first sheet in black felt tip by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera.

Both sheets are stapled to the background. In fine condition, with expected wear from use in production. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

922. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Original

hand-painted production cel of Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble, 13.5 x 11, consisting of three acetate sheets set against a pre-printed color background, signed later on the second sheet in black felt tip by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Sheets are stapled to the background. In fine condition, with expected wear from use in production. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

9 2 3 . Wa l t e r Lantz. Original

signed and inscribed black felt tip sketch of Woody Woodpecker on an off-white 4.5 x 5 sheet, signed and inscribed below, “To Brenda Wilk, Walter Lantz, 1988.” Nicely double-matted and framed with a piece of Walter Lantz personal letterhead to an overall size of 9 x 11. In fine condition, with mild overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Rare hand-drawn panels depicting Seuss’s beloved green villain

924. How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Unique original hand-drawn story-

board sketch from the animated classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, comprised of three individual 6.25 x 5.75 panels in black ink on a printed sheet with the legend “M.G.M. Animation/Visual Arts.” Story depicts the Grinch pulling the string on a toy doll, much to the doll’s dismay. Matted with a silver plaque to an overall size of 24 x 10.5.

In fine condition, with a couple of torn corner tips, and light brushes to a couple of strokes to images. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinary Schulz photo with Snoopy sketched upon his shoulder 925. Charles Schulz. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Schulz at his drafting table working on a Peanuts strip, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes—Charles M. Schulz,” adding a great full-length sketch of Snoopy perched atop his shoulder. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A nicely signed photo with the very scarce and unusual addition of a sketch, the first time we have seen such a combination. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original comic art for Marvel’s The Amazing Spiderman #323 926. Spiderman. Two items: original artwork for page 6 of

Marvel’s November 1989 issue of The Amazing Spiderman #323, ink on artist’s cardstock, 11 x 16.5, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Todd MacFarlane”; and one issue of The Amazing Spiderman #323, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Stan Lee, graded a 9.6 by CGC. In overall fine condition, with expected surface marks and tack holes to the original comic art. Accompanied by one unsigned issue of Spiderman #323, featuring the artwork on page 6. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 196 | March 13, 2013 | COMIC ART & ANIMATION

927. James O’Barr.

Four items: one 1994 softcover edition of The Crow, signed on the front cover in silver ink, “J. O’Barr, 1994”; one 5.5 x 8.5 card advertising an exhibition by O’Barr, signed in silver ink; one poster advertising the exhibition, 19.5 x 29.5, signed in black felt tip; and one movie poster for The Crow, 27 x 40, signed in silver ink.

Scattered marks to cover of book, and moderate scattered creases to posters, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

930. H. T. Webster. Original signed ink sketch of a dog on an off-white 3 x 5 sheet, signed “Webster.” Affixed to a same-size card. In fine condition, with light overall toning and some mild soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

931. Rudolph Wendelin. Original signed

928. Boris Vallejo. Color glossy 8 x 10 cardstock photo of Vallejo’s work entitled ‘Water Nymphs,’ signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with light overall irregular ink adhesion to signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

ink sketch of Smokey the Bear on an off-white 6 x 4 card, signed “Prevent forest fires! Rudolph Wendelin.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

932. Rudolph Wendelin. Two 929. Robert Weber. Amercian car-

toonist best known for his humorous illustrations for the New Yorker. Original black crayon sketch of a man walking a dog on an off-white 5 x 8 card, signed “Weber.” Small, faint crease to background, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

original signed ink and pencil sketches of Smokey Bear on individual white 8.5 x 11 sheets, each labeled “Smokey” and signed by Wendelin. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“What the hell is a Marine Captain doing thinking about Chinese food when we are fighting them tooth and nail?”

933. Chic Young. American cartoonist (1901–1973) who created the popular, long-running comic strip Blondie. TLS signed “Chic,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, illustrated personal letterhead, October 18, 1943. Letter to “Captain Ickday.” In part: “Well, let’s see—it’s been three years since I ordered a Chinese dinner…Lum’s 52nd Street used to have a meatball thing that was out of this world but I forget the name of it…I’ll tell you what you do—go to Lum Fungs—220 Canal St or 52nd St. (if he’s still there) and tell him to give you the same layout he used to give me. Tell him there’s a hundred thousand Chinese out here in LA and none of them can cook like he can…Come to think, what the hell is a Marine Captain doing thinking about Chinese food when we are fighting them tooth and nail? Or are they our allies?” Cuts and binding holes to the left border, and overall toning, otherwise fine condition. A humorous letter from the prolific comic artist. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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classic music 934. Adolphe Adam. French composer (1803–1856) bestknown for his famous ballet ‘Giselle.’ ALS in French, signed “Ad. Adam,” one page, 4 x 5.25, August 14, 1838. Untranslated letter to a gentleman, on his blindstamped letterhead, regarding music being played in a church. In fine condition, with a few light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

935. Amy Beach. Pianist and composer (1867–1944) who was the first successful American female composer of large-scale art music. AMQS on an off-white 4.5 x 3.5 card. Beach pens two bars from ‘The Year’s at the Spring,’ signed and inscribed below, “With best wishes to Mr. James D. Chapman, from Mrs. H. H. A. Beach, May 9/35.” In fine condition, with trivial adhesive remnants to the lower right corner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

936. FrancoisAdrien Boieldieu. French

opera composer often called ‘the French Mozart’ (1775–1834). Untranslated ALS in French, signed “Boieldieu,” one page, 5 x 8, no date. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered soiling, small edge chips and tears, and a pencil notation to upper right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Brahms confesses to lacking the “necessary inspiring spark,” but promises to “work over” a manuscript upon return to Vienna 937. Johannes Brahms.

Famed German composer (1833–1897) whose works in the Classical spirit, written in the midst of the Romantic era, take a place among the most enduring music of the 19th century. Among his best-known works are four symphonies, numerous concerti, all manner of chamber and keyboard works, and the large-scale choral masterpiece German Requiem. ALS in German, signed “J. Brahms,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, July 2, 1891. The composer writes from Bad Ischl to his “esteemed, dear friend,” translated, in full: “At this time, I am only able to express my sincere thanks for the picture and letter you sent. Both equally pleasant, the picture is indeed a pretty sight. I was absolutely delighted to receive them. While I am giving my answer from here, I must admit the necessary inspiring spark evades me right now. Once I am back in Vienna, your letter will be a reminder for me to send the manuscript as soon as I get it ready, although the latter will need a thorough work over, as I want to elaborate more on the initial idea. I will be keenly interested to hear what others (particularly your daughter) think about it and not hold back!” Scattered light areas of toning and foxing, a light paperclip impression, stray ink marks towards the top left corner, and a few pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. From 1889 through the end of his life, Brahms would spend his summers in Bad Ischl, a town in the southern part of Upper Austria. Although Brahms had planned on resigning his life as a composer in his elder years, he continued on, unable to hold his natural gifts and inclinations at bay. A desirable letter from the compose’rs later years, illustrating his inherent drive to create. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 198 | March 13, 2013 | CLASSIC MUSIC

938. Charles Wakefield Cadman. Scarce

AMQS on an off-white 5.75 x 3 sheet. Cadman pens four bars of music, signed below, “Sincerely yours, Charles Wakefield Cadman.” In fine condition, with a horizontal fold to the bottom, a few mild creases, and light overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The famous tenor takes time for a self-portait in 1913 941. Enrico Caruso. De-

sirable original vintage signed fountain pen selfportrait on an o ff - w h i t e 6 x 7.5 sheet, signed in the lower right, “Bon voyage, Enrico Caruso 1913.”

In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning.

Caruso had a whirlwind schedule in 1913 performing in New York, Boston, Vienna, Berlin, Hamburg, and London. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

939. Maria Callas. Glossy 9.5 x 7 photo of Callas with a journalist in France, signed in black felt tip, “Maria Callas, 1962.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creases, impressions, and spotting, light rippling to the bottom edge, and lightly trimmed edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 940. Enrico Caruso. ALS

in Italian, signed vertically, “Enrico Caruso,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, London, April 28, 1909. Letter to a gentleman. In part (translated): “I hope to be able to shake hands with you soon as I plan to be in Florence towards the end of May or at the beginning of June.” In fine condition, with slight separations to central horizontal mailing fold, which passes through a single letter of the signature. Accompanied by a full translation. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

942. Classical Music and Opera. Hardcover autograph album

from the 1940s, 6 x 4.5, signed inside in fountain pen by 35 composers, musicians, and performers, almost all single page, with only a couple signatures back-to-back, a few inscribed, and collector’s notations to tops of most pages. Signers include: Arthur Rubinstein, Marian Anderson, Oscar Levant, six members of the von Trapp Family Singers, Martha Lipton, Eugene List, Lotte Lehmann, Ezio Pinza, Geoffrey O’Hara, and Rise Stevens. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Immense collection of nearly 100 pieces, including Sousa, Stern, and Menuhin 943. Classical Music, Opera, and Ballet. Enormous collection of

nearly 100 pieces, consisting primarily of photos, letters, signatures, and programs, all signed by a highly regarded musician or dancer. Signers include: John Philip Sousa, Isaac Stern, Placido Domingo, Yehudi Menuhin, Benny Goodman, Jose Greco, Wilhelm Kienzl, and Wilma Neruda. In overall very good to fine condition. Accompanied by a small collection of unsigned cigarette cards, postcards, programs, and sheet music. A fantastic assemblage of musical autographs in a variety of uncommon formats. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

944. Arthur Foote. In-

fluential American classical composer best known as a member of the ‘Boston Six’ (1853–1937). Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 real photo postcard of Foote in profile, boldly signed in fountain pen, “Faithfully yours, Arthur Foote,” above a two-bar AMQS. Light scattered surface creases and silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

946. Henry Hadley.

Scarce vintage mattefinish 5 x 7 portrait of Hadley, signed in fountain pen, “From Henry, 1929,” below a two-bar AMQS which he labels as “Lucifer Trumpets.” Scattered spots of soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

947. Fromental Halevy. French

945. Wilhelm Furtwangler.

Highly regarded German conductor (1886–1954) who became embroiled in controversy with the rise of the Third Reich. Though vehemently anti-Hitler, he was widely viewed as a Nazi sympathizer, which severely impacted his career. ALS in German, on a 5.25 x 3.5 postcard, no date. Brief untranslated letter in German on the reverse of a photo postcard of a canal in Stockholm. In fine condition, with a bit of light dampstaining to top right of correspondence side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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composer of over thirty operas, best known for La Juive (1799–1862). Untranslated ALS in French, signed “F. Halevy,” one page, 4 x 5.25, March 24, no year. In fine condition, with a few light creases and scattered foxing to lower portion, otherwise fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

952. Jules Massenet and Fromental Halevy.

948. Jascha Heifetz. Ballpoint signature, “With greetings—Jascha Heifetz, 1961,” on an off-white 7 x 4 personal stationery card. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

ALS, in French, signed “J. Massenet,” one page, February 20, 1897.

In full (translated): “Thanks with all my heart for your affectionate telegram.”; and an ALS, in French, signed “F. Halevy,” one page, both sides, 4.5 x 6.75, February 29, 1849. Letter about a performance of his opera Le Val d’Andorre at Amiens. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

949. Jan Kubelik. Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 real photo postcard of Kubelik, signed vertically in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a couple mild creases and slight silvering to dark areas of the image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

950. Franz Lehar and Carl Michael Ziehrer. Two items: vintage matte-finish

4.25 x 3.5 photo of Lehar at a piano, signed and inscribed in German, dated September 10, 1929, with Lehar adding a four-bar AMQS from ‘Paganini’ along the top; and an AMQS on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card. Ziehrer pens four bars from an unidentified work, signing underneath, “C. M. Ziehrer, Wein 4/4/1906. In fine condition, with some minor ink spreading to Lehar’s quote and a bit of light soiling to card. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

951. Franz Lehar. Vintage

4.25 x 6 postcard photo of an artist’s image of Lehar conducting, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in German to columnist S. Jay Kaufman thanking him for an interesting review. In good condition, with scattered moderate creasing, some affecting end of signature, light soiling and wrinkles, and mounting remnants to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

953. Sergei Prokofiev. Eminent and prolific Russian composer (1891–1953) best known for his colorful, rhythmically vigorous works, including symphonies, operas, and much music for keyboard and chamber ensembles. ALS, one page on a postcard depicting a communist demonstration in Moscow, 3.75 x 5.75, October 27, [1933]. Letter to a gentleman in France. In part: “Very interesting…and lots of impressions! Friendly greetings to you.” Scattered soiling and surface loss affecting much of the text (two words have been retouched), otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by an unsigned portrait of the composer. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

954. Arthur Rubinstein. Glossy 8 x

10 photo, signed and inscribed vertically in white artist’s pencil, “To Alec, with lots of good wishes from his old friend, Arthur Rubinstein, March 31, ’66.”

In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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955. Camille Saint-Saens. Prolific

and prodigiously talented French Romantic composer (1835–1921) of such timeless works as the ‘Organ’ Symphony,’ the opera ‘Samson et Dalila,’ and the perennial concert favorite ‘Carnival of the Animals.’ Color vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of an artist’s work of a young woman, signed in black ink, “C. Saint-Saens.

Paris, Sept. 1.6.” A bit of light corner and edge wear, some light surface rubbing, and slight contrast to date, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

956. Singers. Four items: a vintage 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Georgette Leblanc, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen; an untranslated ALS,one page, both sides, no date, regarding photographs of her in the role of Charlotte Corday; a one-page ALS from Yvette Guilbert, signed first name only; and a 1924 ALS, in German, from Lula Gmeiner on a postcard. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 957. John Philip Sousa.

Bank check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Sousa, “John Philip Sousa,” payable to Edward Jacob for $25, stamp-dated December 17, 1924. In fine condition, with a faint vertical fold and expected cancellation holes. Accompanied by a letter of transmittal from his daughter and the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

958. Alexander Tcherepnin. Russian composer and pianist (1899–1977). AMQS on an off-white 5.75 x 3.5 card. Tcherepnin pens four bars of an unidentified work, signing underneath, “A. Tcherepnin, Bruxelles II XII 1937.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredible Stravinsky photo, signed with a musical quote 959. Igor Stravinsky.

Choice glossy 5 x 7 photo of Stravinsky wearing sunglasses, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Jacob Bacal, Sincerely, Igor Stravinsky, NY City, Nov. 27, 1962,” along with a brief AMQS. In very fine condition.

A rare and immensely desirable photo due to its superb condition and musically oriented autograph. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce musical quote from the Brazilian genius 960. Hector VillaLobos. Compos-

er and conductor (1887–1959) whose many compositions include 12 symphonies, as well as operas, large-scale symphonic poems, concerti, and ballets. Rare AMQS on an off-white 4.75 x 7 album page.

Villa-Lobos pens a single note of music, signing underneath, “H. Villa-Lobos, Rio 26/2/38.” Scattered toning and foxing, heavier to edges, otherwise fine condition. Just the second time we have offered a quote from the composer described by many as’“the single most significant creative figure in 20th-century Brazilian art music.’RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

contemporary music

Thornton, Walker, and the rest of the 1972 American Folk Blues Festival

961. American Folk Blues Festival 1972. Collection of 21 blue ink signatures obtained at the 1972 American Folk Blues Festival in

Germany, each on an individual off-white slip and affixed to two glossy 11.75 x 8.25 sheets. Signers include: T. Bone Walker, Booker White, Lightnin’ Slim, Big Mama Thornton, Robert Pete Williams, Whispering Smith, Jimmy Rogers, Johnnie Young, Roosevelt Sykes, Billy Davenport, Willie Kent, Big Voice Odom, Memphis Slim, Jimmy Dawkins, Michael Dennis, Eddie Taylor, Hartley Severns, Vinnie Johnson, Phil Morrison, and Paul Lenart. One display sheet bears a reproduced image of the concert ticket. In overall fine condition, with various creases to individual slips. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

962. Louis Armstrong.

Incredible vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of a young Armstrong with his trumpet, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “Best wishes to Conchita, from Louis Armstrong.” In fine condition, with light toning to borders.

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

963. B-52s. DS, five pages, 8.5 x 11, no date, but circa 1980. Agreement between the band and Vivant Productions, granting the production company the rights to use the master of their song ‘Dance This Mess Around’ in an upcoming film titled Roadie for a fee of $5,950.00. Signed on the last page by all five members: Fred Schneider, Kate Pierson, Keith Strickland, Cindy Wilson, and Ricky Wilson, and also signed by a representative of Vivant. In fine condition, with a staple and holes to top left corner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

964. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Beatles VI album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by McCartney. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 19 x 18.75. Some general surface wear and a few mild creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Fab Four signatures obtained by the Picture Editor of the notorious tabloid The Sun

965. Beatles. Vintage

ballpoint signatures, “Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 sheet affixed to a 6.5 x 4.5 light pink album page. In fine condition, with a mild block of toning over signatures from previous display and a couple of light vertical ripples. Accompanied by a typed letter of provenance from the original recipient of the signatures, which reads, “These Beatles autographs were obtained for me in the mid-1960s by an uncle who was Picture Editor on the Daily Herald/Sun.” Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Lennon brightens up a stoic Apple portrait with a self-portrait 966. Beatles: John Lennon. Desirable glossy 8 x 10

Apple publicity head-and-shoulders photo of Lennon in a dark shirt and sunglasses, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ballpoint “To Cathy, Love, John Lennon 74,” adding a small caricature after his signature. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with scattered light surface creases. It appears this portrait was the basis for the sleeve cover art of Lennon’s single ‘Mind Games.’ Provenance: Christie’s 2008. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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967. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Color 6 x 4.25 MPL postcard photo of

Paul and Linda McCartney, signed in blue felt tip by Paul. In fine condition, with a bit of light contrast to portion of last name of signature. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I demonstrate that as a painter—I don’t know what the hell I’m doing” 969. Irving Berlin.

968. The Bee Gees. DS, two pages, 8 x 10, December 1967.

Two-page agreement terminating the Bee Gees contract with NEMS. First page is a letter addressed to The Board of Directors at NEMS which has been signed by The Bee Gees’ father and manager, Hugh Gibb. Second page is a handwritten termination letter to the NEMS board which reads, in part: “We hereby agree to the cancellation of the undermentioned contracts made between ourselves and Nems Enterprises and absolve you from any liabilities.” Letter goes on to list the three contracts (Management, Composing, and Recording), and is signed at the conclusion by Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb, Maurice Gibb, Colin Petersen, Vince Melouney, and Hugh Gibb. In very good condition, with moderate creasing and wrinkling to signed page, and a vertical tear, staples, and creases to first page. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

TLS signed “Irving,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, April 2, 1976. Letter to playwright and lyricist Leonard Gershe. In part: “Here is your painting and a reproduction of it. Also, two reproductions of other paintings I did. ‘Heaven—I’m in heaven,’ I sent to Fred Astaire. I can’t really explain how I happened to paint that rather attractive head of an Arab.

I guess it’s just another instance where I demonstrate that as a painter—I don’t know what the hell I’m doing.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original envelope. A great association between the composer and lyricist.

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

Close to You…the album that propelled the Carpenters to fame 970. The Carpenters. Close to You album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Karen and Richard Carpenter. In very good condition, with light dampstaining along top edge, moderate ‘ring of wear’ to cover, and a crease to lower right corner. The record is included. In 2003, Rolling Stone ranked Close to You, the Carpenters’ second album, at number 175 in their list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Chapin’s incredible response to his very first fan letter: “Your letter was the first I’ve ever received and so this is my first answer!…My Taxi song is being released at present as the first single...The public reaction to the music is yet to be seen” 971. Harry Chapin. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 4.25, no dtae. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Thank you so much for your nice note. I can understand your feelin in writing your ‘first fan letter.’ Your letter was the first I’ve ever received and so this is my first answer! I am glad you reacted so strongly to Dogtown. I am very proud of the song and it is the next to last song on the album (So don’t worry—it won’t have to wait for the second record). I feel these long narrative story-songs involving people are the heartland of what I’m trying to do with my music. My Taxi song is being released at present as the first single and I have some other major long song projects underway. The public reaction to the music is yet to be seen but it is really gratifying to know you felt so moved.” Mild overall toning and a few brushes to the text and signature, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the daughter of the original recipient, and a letter from the Harry Chapin Foundation stating that his wife, Sandy, examined the letter and confirmed its authenticity. Chapin’s legacy has proven his initial inclinations true—he is remembered today for his lengthy, storytelling songs. Taxi, despite its unwieldy length at nearly seven minutes, received significant radio airplay and got as high as #24 on the charts. This is the only Chapin ALS we have ever offered, and the tremendous content and historical significance as his first response to a fan make it an extremely desirable piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Colorful and dynamic original Davis artwork

972. Miles Davis. Two

original unsigned pen and ink works of art by Davis on either side of a 11 x 14 heavy stock sheet, most likely removed from a sketch pad. Works are entitled ‘Abstract Woman #127A,’ and ‘Abstract Woman’ #127B. One image depicts a female form that appears to be dancing, with the image on the reverse a more abstract form with a face and long flowing hair visible at the top.

In fine condition, with tape remnants to horizintal edges.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Jonathan Poole Fine Art. Poole has represented the Davis Estate since 1991. Visually stunning, larger than usually seen, these are examples full of energy, with one portraying what may be construed as a “trumpeter” type character. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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973. Duke Ellington. Mimeographed DS, signed in ink

by Ellington, four pages, 8.5 x 14, March 6, 1946. Agreement between Lawrence Brown and Ellington’s company Tempo Music, with Tempo agreeing to publish the song ‘Transblucency’ with Brown and Ellington sharing 50% of the royalties. Signed on the last page by Ellington and Brown, and also signed by Daniel James, “DJ.” Uniform toning to all pages, scattered foxing, primarily to first two pages, and torn staple holes to top edges, otherwise very good condition.

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

974. Marvin Gaye. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Gaye, “Marvin P. Gaye, Jr.,” payable to Cash for $75, January 18, 1977. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and expected cancellation holes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

976. W. C. Handy. Vintage semiglossy 8 x 10 cardstock photo of Handy thumbing through some of his sheet music, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Mr. Eugene P. Booze, William C. Handy, 5-3-1956.” Light corner tip creases, mild scattered surface marks, and a few spots of foxing to the upper border, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and an issue of ‘The Handy News.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Herewith my brother’s actual signature”

975. George and Ira Gershwin. Two items: one fountain pen

signature, “George Gershwin,” on a 3 x .75 slip clipped from a check; and an ALS signed “Ira Gershwin,” one page, 8.5 x 11, October 9, 1964.

In full: “Herewith my brother’s actual signature which, if you like, can be clipped from this canceled check of his.” In overall fine condition, with a faint central vertical fold to the slip and a bank stamp slightly affecting the signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

978. Muddy Waters. Esteemed and influential blues musician (1915–1983) ranked as one of the ‘100 Greatest Artists of All Time’

by Rolling Stone magazine in 2004. Very rare The Best of Muddy Waters album signed and inscribed on the reverse in black felt tip, “To Terry, Muddy Waters.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered foxing and rubbing wear. The record is included. The album itself is extremely rare, being a 1957 first pressing of Muddy’s important LP collecting all of his first hit 78s on the Chess label. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Alluring and highly-desirable uninscribed Holiday portriat 979. Billie Holiday.

Legendary singer (1915–1959), revered as one of the greatest and most individual vocalists in the history of blues and jazz, who died from cirrhosis of the liver at the age of 44. Glamorous and scarce vintage glossy 7.25 x 8.5 uninscribed head-and-shoulders photo, signed in blue ballpoint. Suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 12.75 x 14.25.

In fine condition, with some scattered light creases, and some moderate contrast to the light signature, as well as skipping of ink to the last two letters of signature. Holiday is very difficult to find in signed images of any size, even more so an uninscribed 8 x 10 portrait. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Mingus promises to pay his union money lent to him by famed drummer Lee Young

Scarce vintage Monkees photo signed by all four members

980. Charles Mingus. DS, signed in

pencil “Charles Mingus, Jr,” one page, 8.5 x 11, July 27, 1945. In full: “I, Charles Mingus, hereby promise to pay in to the office of Musicians Local 767, 1710 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles, Calif., the sum of $105.00, which was loaned to me by Lee Young, orchestra leader. I agree to make weekly payments of $35.00 [amount crossed out by Young who has penciled and initialed “$25.00 L.Y.”] per week, until the total amount of $105.00 is paid, starting August 4, 1945.” Signed at the conclusion in pencil by Mingus and witness William Woodman, Jr., and signed in fountain pen as a witness by Nathaniel P. Bates. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered wrinkles and creases, and mirroring of the Bates signature.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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981. The Monkees. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Monkees sitting in their personalized chairs, signed in pink felt tip by David Jones, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork, adding a small sketch under his signature, and Mike Nesmith. Photo also bears an inscription along the top in an unknown hand which reads, “To David Drew—Best wishes from The Monkees!” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon photo of Elvis and his girlfriend Anita Wood

982. Edith Piaf. Gorgeous vintage pearl-finish 7 x 9.25 publicity photo of Piaf with her hands cradling her face, signed and inscribed in French in fountain pen, “Pour Mademoiselle Marcelle, toute ma sympathie, Edith Piaf.”

Light silvering to dark areas of the image, and the inscription and signature light but legible, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

983. Cole Porter. Partly-print-

ed DS, one page, 8.5 x 3.5, April 26, 1944. Promissory note for $5000, plus 4.5% interest, between Porter and the Wabash Valley Trust Company, for a six-month period. Signed at the bottom by Porter.

Three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, a stamp to bottom portion, some light edge toning, and a pencil circle to top left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

984. Cole Porter. Notarized DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, July 1, 1937. Instructions to Albert H. Cole of Peru, Indiana, to “transmit to Messrs. O’Melveny, Tuller & Myers…Los Angeles, California, such moneys as you may have in your hands or which may stand to your credit as my agent.” Signed

by Porter and also signed by a notary public. In fine condition.

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986. Elvis Presley. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Wide World press photo of Presley in his military uniform, posing with Anita Wood, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Louise from Elvis Presley.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and creases and a bit of light skipping to portions of signature and inscription. Wood and Elvis dated seriously for several years from 1957 to 1962. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

985. Elvis Presley. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Elvis Presley,” on a light pink 2 x 2 clipped album page affixed to the lower right corner of a vintage 8 x 10 photo of Elvis holding up his induction notice.

Photo is affixed to an identical size board. In fine condition, with slight paper loss along right edge and a couple minor creases, and some slight curling to edges of photo. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Queen debut album signed in 1974 on their first US tour 988. Queen. Queen’s 1973 debut album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint “Freddie Mercury,” “a notable ‘first’ you bloke!, Brian May,” “Roger Taylor, great!,” and “John Deacon.” Creases to edges and corners, mild ‘ring of wear’ to front cover, and scattered surface marks, otherwise fine condition.

The record is included. The album was signed on May 7, 1974, when Queen played at the Uris Theatre in New York during their first US tour in support of Mott the Hoople. A detailed letter of provenance from the original recipient and an unpublished 8 x 12 black and white photograph depicting the entire band on stage at the Uris Theatre from the same evening that the album was signed is included. Fully band signed albums during this early period in the band’s history are extremely scarce. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Queen forges on: “Freddie would have wanted us to go out and get on with it, so that’s what we’ll try to do. But life won’t ever be the same” 989. Queen: May, Brian. ALS signed “Brian,” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, Queen letterhead, no date.

Letter to “Ronnie” written shortly after the passing of Freddie Mercury. In part: “I think we’re all numb and still in disbelief. Life is full of crap isn’t it. But we should all consider ourselves lucky—them were great days. It all seems so clear in my mind the collection of images from those early days—we had some good ones didn’t we R. F.?!! Freddie would have wanted us to go out and get on with it, so that’s what we’ll try to do. But life won’t ever be the same.” In fine condition, with staple holes to each corner and a few creases, a couple passing through a portion of the signature. Queen did in fact continue, first with The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert held at Webley Stadium, and the release of Made in Heaven, Queen’s last album featuring Mercury, released four years after his death. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

990. Queen. Ink signatures, “Freddie Mercury,” “Brian May,” “Roger

Taylor,” and “John Deacon ‘84,” on a light yellow 5.25 x 4 album page.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA as well as an unsigned color glossy 8 x 10 group photo. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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991. Richard Rodgers. TLS

signed “Dick,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 10, 1975.

Letter to journalist Radie Harris. In full: “I can’t tell you how pleased I am with your warm and extensive coverage of the book party at the Winter Garden.

You were extremely kind to all of us and I am deeply grateful.”

In fine condition, with a couple trivial creases to the top.

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Gorgeous early Sinatra record

993. Frank Sinatra. Pro-

gram for a performance of The Adventures of Nasr EdDin from the opening of the Frank Sinatra Cultural Home in Israel, June 26, 1965, 5 x 9, three pages, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Sinatra. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable vintage portrait of ‘Ol’ Blue Eyes’

992. Frank Sinatra. Vintage Victor

Records 78 rpm record featuring ‘Love Me as I Am’ performed by Frank Sinatra with Tommy Dorsey and his orchestra, signed on the label in white ink, “Sincerely, Frank Sinatra.” Handsomely matted and framed with a photo of Dorsey’s orchestra to an overall size of 16 x 27. In fine condition, with slight irregular adhesion to ink. The recording session for ‘Love Me as I Am’ took place on May 28, 1941. After being vaulted into international stardom with Dorsey, Sinatra left to begin his own solo career in 1942.

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

994. Frank Sinatra. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders

publicity photo of a young Sinatra in a jacket and bow tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Salina, Sincerely, Frank Sinatra.” Matted and framed (without glass) to an overall size of 12.5 x 16. Light overall creasing and surface marks, otherwise very good condition.

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

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Dashing portrait by Clarence Sinclair Bull

997. Thomas ‘Fats’ Waller. Uncommon

vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Waller jovially playing the piano, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Garry:—Here tiz! Best wishes from yours truly, Thomas ‘Fats’ Waller.” Scattered creases and surface impressions, and some trivial silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Complete Yardbirds line-up with Jeff Beck 998. The Yardbirds. Vintage

995. Frank Sinatra. Superb vintage glossy 7.75 x 10 MGM publicity portrait of Sinatra by Clarence Sinclair Bull, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Buck—From his friend, Frank Sinatra.” Reverse bears an MGM ink stamp and note that says the recipient received the photo after appearing on a Sinatra show sponsored by Bulova.

In very good condition, with scattered surface creases (heavier to corners and borders), an inconspicuous puncture above his head, and a lightly trimmed left edge. A handsome image signed thoughtfully and prominently against the white background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

ballpoint signatures of Jim McCarty, Paul Samwell-Smith, Keith Relf (2), Chris Dreja, and Jeff Beck on an offwhite 4.25 x 3 card affixed to a 6 x 4 light green album page, with a couple signatures extending on to the album page, which also bears a couple of collector’s pencil notations. In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases and some minor curling to vertical edges. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Boldly signed, highly sought after 1983 release 996. U2. War album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Bono,” “Edge,” “Larry,” and “Adam Clayton.” In fine condition, with a few corner tip dings. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/ REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1000. Beatles: Louise Harrison

1001. Beatles: Ringo Starr

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1003. Harry Belafonte

1004. Irving Berlin

1005. Elmer Bernstein

1006. Leonard Bernstein

1007. Leonard Bernstein

1008. Chuck Berry

1009. Black Oak Arkansas

1010. Eubie Blake

1011. James Brown

1012. John Cage

1013. John Cage

1014. Cab Calloway

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1002. Beatles: Ringo Starr MB $100

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1015. Mariah Carey

1016. The Coasters

1017. Perry Como

1018. James Cotton

1019. The Electric Prunes

1020. Duke Ellington

1021. Adam Faith

1022. Foghat

1023. Emile Ford

1024. Foreigner

1025. Foreigner

1026. Rosco Gordon

1027. Morton Gould

1028. Dave Grohl

1029. Guns N’ Roses

1030. Buddy Guy

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1031. Howard Hanson

1032. Jerry Herman

1033. The Hollies

1034. John Lee Hooker

1035. Vladimir Horowitz

1036. Human League

1037. Michael Jackson

1038. Michael Jackson

1040. Michael Jackson

1041. Billy Joel

1045. Kesha

1046. Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas

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1039. Michael Jackson MB $200

1042. Elton John MB $100

1044. Tom Jones MB $100

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1047. Alan Jay Lerner

1048. Smiley Lewis

1049. Liberace

1050. Little Richard

1051. Little Richard

1052. Little Walter

1053. Lynyrd Skynyrd

1054. Manfred Mann

1055. Brownie McGhee

1056. Stick McGhee

1057. Sarah McLachlan

1058. Johnny Mercer

1059. Olivia Newton-John

1060. Olivia Newton-John

1061. Phish: Trey Anastasio

1062. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters

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1063. The Police

1064. Louis Prima

1065. Jimmy Reed

1066. Guitar Slim

1067. Phil Spector

1068. Leopold Stokowski

1069. Supertramp

1070. Supertramp

1071. James Taylor

1072. Virgil Thomson

1073. Three Dog Night

1074. The Turtles

1075. Tom Waits

1076. Woodstock

1077. Aerosmith

1078. B-52s

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1079. Blue Oyster Cult MB $100

1080. The Paul Butterfield Blues Band

1081. Chicago Blues

1082. Albert Collins

1083. Willie Dixon

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1085. Champion Jack Dupree

1086. Peter Gabriel

1087. Buddy Guy and Junior Wells

1088. The Jam

1089. Jethro Tull

1090. Little Willie John

1091. Albert King

1092. KISS

1093. KISS

1094. Mance Lipscomb

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1096. Luciano Pavarotti and Henry Mancini

1097. Marky Ramone

1098. Rascals and Turtles

1099. Roosevelt Sykes

1100. Toto

1101. Joe Turner

1102. UFO

1103. The Ventures

1104. Yes

1105. #1 Hits

1106. Adele

1107. Air Supply

1108. The Animals

1109. Asia

1110. Atlanta Rhythm Section

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1111. Beatles: Olivia Harrison

1112. Beatles: Iain Macmillan

1113. Beatles: George Martin

1114. Beatles: Related

1115. Beatles: Starr, Ringo

1116. Beatles: Andy White

1117. Irving Berlin

1118. Leonard Bernstein

1119. Leonard Bernstein

1120. Black Sabbath

1121. Blackfoot

1122. Blues Greats

1123. Big Bill Broonzy

1124. Nat King Cole

1125. Betty Comden and Adolph Green

1126. Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick, and Tich

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1127. Willie Dixon, Big Joe Williams, and Memphis Slim MB $200

1128. Fats Domino

1129. Drummers

1130. Eurythmics

1131. Fabian MB $100

1132. The Fabulous Poodles

1133. The Fixx

1134. Mick Fleetwood

1135. Foghat

1136. Foo Fighters

1137. The Grass Roots

1138. Peter Green Splinter Group

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1140. Buddy Holly Bandmates MB $100

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1142. Mississippi John Hurt MB $200

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1143. Michael Jackson

1144. Elmore James

1145. Jefferson Airplane

1146. Kansas

1147. KISS

1148. KISS MB $100

1149. Gary Lewis and the Playboys

1150. Liberace

1152. Lynyrd Skynyrd

1153. Manfred Mann

1154. Brownie McGhee

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1156. Metallica MB $200

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1157. Roy Orbison MB $100

1159. The Ramones

1158. Johnny Otis Show

1161. Paul Revere and the Raiders

1162. Cliff Richard and The Shadows

1164. Simon and Garfunkel

1165. Small Faces

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1160. The Ramones

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1168. Van Halen MB $200

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1163. Rolling Stones: Keith Richards MB $200

1166. Sonny and Cher

1167. Dusty Springfield

1169. T. Bone Walker

1170. Neil Young

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classic entertainment 1174. James Cagney. TLS, one page,

8.5 x 11, Cagney Productions, Inc. letterhead, February 27, 1943. Letter to William Meiklejohn at Paramount Pictures.

In part: “I am calling an organizational luncheon meeting for the coming Red Cross campaign…Unless the members of the committee decide otherwise, we are not starting the actual solicitation for the Red Cross until Monday, March 22nd… we should have this preliminary meeting to discuss our plans freely and reach decisions which will make for a successful drive.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and first paragraph circled in pencil.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1175. Frank Capra. DS, one

onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, September 29, 1947. Confirmation from Capra to Liberty Films regarding a deferred payment. In fine condition, with a few mild creases and paperclip impressions to the upper border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1171. Josephine Baker. Seductive vintage glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Baker leaning against an iron display, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in Spanish to Carmilla. In very good condition, with scattered creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1172. Sarah Bernhardt. Eye-

catching vintage 3.25 x 5.5 full-length postcard photo of Bernhardt as she appeared in La Sorciere, signed in fountain pen, “Souvenir de Sarah Bernhardt 1909.” In fine condition, with mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1176. Johnny Carson. DS,

signed “Mr. & Mrs. Johnny Carson,” one page, 8.5 x 11, August 12, 1977. Carson informs Jacques-Yves Cousteau that he “may use my name as one who has contributed to, sponsored, or endorsed your Society or its activities.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds passing through the signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1173. Humphrey Bogart. Vintage pencil signature, “Humphrey

Bogart,” on an off-white 5 x 3.25 vertically lightly-lined sheet, dated in a collector’s hand 1944. Uniform toning and tape to the reverse of the edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1177. Charlie Chaplin and Family. Sou-

venir typescript of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 8.25 x 11, bearing a first day postmark at the bottom, signed in the upper left in black felt tip by Charlie Chaplin and Oona Chaplin. Also included is a 3.5 x 5.25 real photo postcard of Sydney Chaplin, signed in blue ballpoint, “All good wishes, Sincerely, Sydney Chaplin.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1178. Alistair Cooke. Two TLSs and a typescript, with one letter signed “Alistair,” the other signed in full, both from 1943.

One letter reads, in part: “From victory girls on the Gulf Coast giving rosemary to soldiers, to lumbermen in Oregon chopping down half the wood that goes into British planes, from the panicky deal of Miami hotel owners yielding their palaces to the Army Air Corps, to prospectors in Arizona flashing infra-red lamps on the hard face of mountains.” In very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1179. Joan Crawford.

TLS signed “Joan,” one page, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, August 3, 1976.

Letter to a friend. In part: “Your letter is divine, and thank God for your sense of humor. It can be a life saver for those of us who are blessed with it. I am still laughing at your remark, ’Hang in there.’ Oh, it’s so very like you.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1180. Joan Crawford. TLS signed “Joan,” one page, 6.25 x 7, personal letterhead, January 4, 1967. Letter to George Cukor.

In part: “Your Christmas card is so wonderful…And then, what’s more, you sent me the wonderful box of soaps…imagine the glory of all of these wonderful soaps…I shall have a ball keeping clean and pretty, I see that.” In fine condition, with some light foxing along bottom. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

From Crawford to Cukor

1181. Joan Crawford. TLS signed “Joan,” two pages, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, October 15, 1973. Letter to director George Cukor.

In part: “Things have been too hectic between my Pepsi work and packing linens, towels, dishes, etc. I’ve been up to my ‘you know what’ in packing cases and will be until I make the big move the first week of November…the University of Connecticut’s Film Society sent me a copy of ‘The Films of George Cukor.’ I thought it was excellent.”

In fine condition, with a surface impression and trivial soiling to the first page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1182. George C u k o r. A L S ,

one page on the reverse of a postcard depicting an airport, 6 x 4, postmarked February 20, 1953.

Letter home from abroad. In part: “I’m aloft in an Air France plane en route to Nice for the weekend— a longish one, till Tuesday. I am going to see Mr. Maugham, who sounded very chipper and cheery when I spoke to him from Paris…

We are working hard—but it is going very well and smoothly.” In fine condition, with a noticeable crease to the upper border. Cukor and author W. Somerset Maugham were close friends. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Cukor on finally winning the Academy Award for My Fair Lady: “When you do get it, it is a glory”

1183. George Cukor. Typed

manuscript, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint. Cukor expresses his opinion on the Academy Awards.

In part: “The great, the unique thing about the Academy Award is that it’s on the level—absolutely on the level.

I’ve been around a long time, and never in my experience has anyone offered me a bribe, or tried in any way to influence me in how I voted.

Even friendship doesn’t count for much. You may think in advance that you will vote for a good pal, but when the chips are down, and you are alone with your god and your ballot, you find yourself voting for what you really think…It is good for the soul—if not very pleasant—to sit there with your nomination and be turned down in front of a hundred million people. But when you do get it, it is a glory. Mine seemed to be an inordinately long time coming, but when at last I got it, it meant more to me than any other award I have ever received.” A significant tear to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Throughout Cukor’s prolific career, he was nominated for the Best Director award four times—between 1934 and 1951—before finally winning on his fifth and final nomination in 1965, for My Fair Lady. A fantastic look at the Academy Awards from the perspective of the great director.

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

11 8 4 . J a c q u e s Demy. Acclaimed

French filmmaker during the New Wave movement (1931– 1990), who, unlike his fellow compatriots, chose to create visual landscapes inspired by fantasy, musicals, fairytales, and the glamour of classic Hollywood.

Uncommon ALS signed “Jacques,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 11, personal letterhead, July 2, [1980]. Letter to a friend. In part: “I just finished a film for the French television based upon a beautiful novel

by Colette, called ‘La naissance du jour.’ I think the English title is ‘The break of day.’ Taking place in Saint Tropez in 1928—Colette is played by Daniele Delorme. Do you remember her? She was famous in the fifties and she is a great actress. The man is Jean Sorel—very good looking fellow and talented also. And Dominique Sanda has a marvellous part. So. I was very happy to make a film again—sets and costumes are magnificent.” In fine condition, with some trivial red ink to the lower border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1185. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. TLS signed

“Douglas,” four pages, 6.25 x 8, The Boltons letterhead, January 19, 1953. Letter to Radie Harris. In part: “You have asked for news of me.

There is very little I can say because I have been so deeply absorbed in this job. I have, as you know, taken over a sizable studio, and we are producing two films every week. The main difficulty being to keep them on a level of the highest quality we can possibly arrange for in terms of actors, writers, directors, etc…We are delighted to know that you will be over here for the Coronation.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, with horizontal fold touching the top of signature, and small pencil notations to bottom of each page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1186. Errol Flynn. Personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Flynn, “Errol Flynn,” payable to cash for $50, March 21, 1947. Three vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), light scattered creases, and expected bank stamps and cancellation holes, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1187. Clark Gable and Kay Williams. Vintage

matte-finish 7.75 x 10 photo of Gable with his wife, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Werlé, Many thanks and our happiest wishes always, Kathleen &” and “Clark,” dated in the lower left by Williams, “Sept. 55.” A few small edge tears and creases, otherwise fine condition. Gable and Williams got married on July 11, 1955. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1191. Jane Hading.

1188. Clark Gable. Personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type

and signed by Gable, payable to Western Union for $2.58, December 15, 1949. Cancellation holes affecting beginning of signature, show-through from stamps on reverse, and some light brushing to first letter of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vintage matte-finish 3 x 4.75 portrait of Hading affixed to a 6.25 x 7.5 mount, signed and inscribed in French in black ink, and dated 1904. In very good condition, with silvering to dark areas of the image and overall foxing to the mount. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1192. Raymond Hatton. DS in pencil,

1189. The Godfather. Four items: ballpoint signature, “Marlon Brando” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 sheet; an ink signature, “Mario Puzo,” on an off-white 6 x 4 album page; a satin-finish 10 x 8 photo from the end of the first film, signed in blue felt tip by Al Pacino; and a DS, signed by Francis Ford Coppola, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 5, 1981. Coppola is named director of Zoetrope Music Company after having been elected by the board of directors. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by two certificates of authenticity from PSA/DNA for the Pacino photo and Puzo signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1190. Sid Grauman. Scarce

vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Grauman, signed and inscribed in white ink, “To Shirley, Best wishes always, Sid Grauman.” Moderate overall rippling and a lightly trimmed right edge, otherwise fine condition. This is the first Grauman signed photo we have offered in over a decade.

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

one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.5, January 26, 1938. Application for membership in the American Federation of Radio Artists, filled out with personal information and signed

by Hatton, all in pencil.

In fine condition, with an ink office notation above the signature.

Accompanied by an unsigned photo of Hatton holding a revolver.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1193. Rita Hayworth. Vintage

glossy 7 x 9.5 photo of Hayworth in Amsterdam, signed in black fountain pen.

Scattered marks and creases, some spotting to the finish, and lightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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1194. Audrey Hepburn and Peggy Ashcroft. Glossy 10 x 8 photo from The Nun’s Story, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip by Hepburn and in blue ballpoint by Ashcroft. In fine condition.

Hepburn received an Academy Award nomination for Best Leading Actress for her role as Sister Luke. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1195. Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison.

Lovely color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Harrison and Hepburn from My Fair Lady, signed in blue felt tip, “Audrey Hepburn,” and “Rex Harrison.” In fine condition. A great combination from one of Hepburn’s most beloved films. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1196. Audrey Hepburn. Stunning color glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo of Hepburn as she appeared in the classic film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some slightly noticeable irregularity to emulsion along right border and top right corner, not detracting from the bright overall appearance of image and bold signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1197. Audrey Hepburn. Exceptional glossy 8 x 10 head-and-

shoulders photo, beautifully signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

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

1198. Katharine Hepburn.

TLS, one page, 5 x 5.5, personal letterhead, January 23, 1979.

Short letter of thanks. In full: “What a treat it is to be told such nice things. Thank you.” Under her signature, Hepburn adds a brief handwritten postscript, “& for the repeat offer. But you’re safe.” Triple-matted and framed with a portrait of Hepburn and a name plaque to an overall size of 17.5 x 14.5. A Walt Disney World Co. authentication label is affixed to front of the glass. In very good condition, with uniform toning and some slight fading to signature and postscript. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1199. Katharine Hepburn. ALS signed “Kate Hep,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to an artistic admirer. In full: “Thank you a thousand times. It is an enchanting sketch—you’re sweet to send it.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1202. Martita Hunt.

English actress (1899– 1969), she played the embittered Miss Havisham in David Lean’s 1946 adaptation of Great Expectations. TLS signed “Martita,” one page, 6.25 x 8, T. Primrose Hill Studios letterhead, July 15, [1964]. Letter to a friend. In part: “I am glad you saw that old film, although I believe it was a very bad one; but I, of course, couldn’t help being fairly good, as I was sitting up in a comfortable bed…I believe I made quite a success in my small part in the film which is called:—’The Unsinkable Molly Brown.’ My star was Debbie Reynolds…I couldn’t be bothered to ring up any of the bores, although I did telephone Elsa Lanchester.”

Scattered soiling and a few pencil notations, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Karloff as The Walking Dead

1200. Katharine Hepburn.

TLS signed “Kate,” one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, January 14, 1982. Letter to a doctor. In full: “You write the best thank you letters of anyone I’ve ever known.

Trust an urologist. But you should have been President.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

1201. Josephine Hull. American stage and screen actress (1877–1957) who won the 1950 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Harvey. Satin-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo of an illustrated portrait of Hull, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Miss Lucille Stanton, with best wishes from Josephine Hull, and many thanks for the nice letter—sorry I have no better photographs with me. J. H.” Some irregular adhesion to signature, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1203. Boris Karloff. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Warner Bros. publicity

photo of Karloff as John Ellman in the 1936 film The Walking Dead, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Boris Karloff.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 15. In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, none detracting from the crisp, bold signature at the bottom of the photo. Karloff is uncommon in signed character photos. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 229

1204. Stan Laurel. TLS, on a 5.5 x

3.25 postcard, August 10, 1962. Letter to Timothy Dalton.

In part: “Pleased to know you located a L&H comic book and liked it…Note you saw the ‘Bullfighter’ film—I agree with you the films we made at the Roach Studio were much better than the M.G.M. & 20th. Fox series.”

In fine condition, with light show-through from postal cancellation on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1205. Stan Laurel. TLS, on a 5.5 x

3 postcard, July 23, 1963. In part: “The Hal E. Roach studio is being demolished, it’s possible the films you mention were acquired at the Auction sale that was held there sometime ago at the time of the sale of the property.” In fine condition, with postal cancellations over a few words of text and a light impression from cancellation on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1206. Jayne Mansfield. Stunning glossy 8 x 10 three-quarter length photo of the statuesque Mansfield in a leopard print bikini, signed in blue felt tip, “Love! Jayne Mansfield.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 17. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1207. Marilyn Monroe.

Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc. business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed

by Monroe, “Marilyn Monroe,” payable to Hedda Rosten for $65.85, June 24, 1960.

Triple-matted and framed with the famous photo of Monroe standing over a grate to an overall size of 19.75 x 10.

Expected cancellation holes and stamps, and a few bank notations, otherwise fine condition. Rosten was Monroe’s secretary. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $900)

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Marilyn settles her bill at the elegant Cafe de Paris at 20th Century Fox

1208. Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc. business

check, 8 x 2.75, filled out in type and signed by Monroe, payable to 20th Century Fox Corporation for $71.35, July 1, 1960. Typed notation in the memo area reads, “(Cafe de Paris) Statements June 11, June 18.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Monroe wearing a large sun hat to an overall size of 13.5 x 18. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and stamps, with a small stamp over beginning of signature, and a couple ink and pencil notations. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

1209. Eva Moore. English

actress (1870–1955) whose career spanned six decades and included a role alongside Boris Karloff in The Old Dark House. ALS, one page, 8.75 x 12, 1926. Letter to a friend.

In full: “I am very glad we met in 1918 & thank you for your kindly help & I wish you all success.” In fine condition, with light toning to borders. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1210. Laurence Olivier.

TLS signed “Larry,” one page, 5.5 x 7, personal letterhead, September 14, 1966. Letter to George Cukor. In part: “It was so lovely to have a cable from you…All is well now and Joanie and the baby are getting on splendidly.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Scarce Alfalfa portrait from his Our Gang heydey 1211. Our Gang: Carl ‘Alfalfa’ Switzer. Popular

child star (1927–1959) best known from the Our Gang comedy serials until 1940.

After Our Gang, he continued to appear in movies in various supporting roles. His nasty reputation and his typecasting made it difficult for him to find work. At the age of thirty-one, he was shot and killed in Los Angeles during an altercation over the reward money for a lost dog. The murder was ruled as justifiable homicide; Switzer had apparently pulled a knife on his attacker. Uncommon vintage glossy 5 x 7 photo of Alfalfa clad in western gear and strumming a guitar, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To my pal and friend Fulton from Alfalfa Switzer, Our Gang 1936.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Almost 500 playbills and opera programs signed by stage legends including Hepburn, Fonda, and Baryshnikov

1212. Playbills. Large collection of approximately 480 playbills, theater and opera programs and covers (some duplicates), from various

productions and venues, each signed on the front cover or inside by various cast members of the production, many adding brief inscription.

Signers include: Katharine Hepburn, Helen Hayes, Leonard Bernstein (Christmas card), Milton Berle, Claudette Colbert, Estelle Parsons, Vincent Price, Henry Fonda, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Angela Lansbury, Jason Robards, Burl Ives, Rex Harrison, Claudette Colbert, The Smothers Brothers, Janet Leigh, Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Kirk Douglas, Rudolf Nureyev, Zero Mostel, Anthony Perkins, Andy Warhol, Frank Langella, Bob Hope, Joel Grey, Lauren Bacall, Van Heflin, Rita Moreno, Ethel Merman, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Charles Boyer, Cab Calloway, and John Huston. In overall very good condition. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1213. Tommy Rettig.

DS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, March 13, 1957.

Document from Rettig’s attorney regarding an agreement with “Wrather Investment Corporation (since renamed ‘Lassie Programs, Inc.’).” Expected filing and staple holes to the top, and a few small edge tears, otherwise fine condition.

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

(MB $100)

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1214. Curt Siodmak.

Signed book: Donovan’s Brain.

Later printing. NY: Popular Library, 1961. Paperback, 4.25 x 7, 160 pages. Signed on the title page in black ink. Some light wear to covers and uniform mild toning to inside pages, otherwise fine condition.

Consignor notes signature was obtained by a book dealer at the New York Paperback Show in the early 1990s where Siodmak had a booth for years. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1219. Howard Vernon. Swiss actor (1914–1996) known for his

appearances in the campy horror films of director Jesus Franco. ALS, one page, 6.25 x 8.5, Hotel Colon letterhead, July 22, 1984. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I’ve been filming (little) and spending (a lot) what I had earned…There was other work in Paris and since France another picture with Franco, here in Spain.” In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1216. Shirley Temple. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed

and inscribed in fountain pen, as a child, “To Nancy Ann, Love, Shirley Temple.” Several dings to edges, mild toning to borders, a bit of light silvering to bottom of image, and a trivial spot to top in background, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1217. Shirley Temple. Early

TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, illustrated personal letterhead, Beverly Hills, August 16, 1938. Letter to Stissing Lake Camp in New York. In part: “Thank you ever so much for asking me to visit you in your camp…we had so many things to do and places to see while we were in the East that we just couldn’t seem to find the time to visit all my friends.” Scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1218. Three Stooges: Jules White.

Scarce bank check, 5.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed by White, “Jules J. White,” payable to J. Spector Co. Inc. for $156, October 20, 1955. Expected cancellation stamps and holes (some slightly affecting the beginning of the signature), and a few bank notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1220. Orson Welles. TLS

signed “Orson,” one page, 6.25 x 8, no date. Letter to Lennie [Leonard Lyons]. In part: “I’m well enough, thank God. We have a house here in London……and we’ll be in it most of the time between now and Christmas. In August I’ll probably be going to Yugoslavia but only for a few weeks.” Some light skipping to signature, some mild toning and wrinkling, and a paperclip impression to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1221. Robert Wise. Scarce TLS signed “Bob,” one page, 8.5 x 11, American Film Institute letterhead, March 30, 1983. Letter to Frederick de Cordova and his wife. In part: “It was good to see you at Henry Hathaway’s 85th birthday party…

It was particularly appropriate that the party be held at The American Film Institute’s new campus.

Henry’s generosity helped make possible the purchase of the facility and his papers are housed in the library where we gathered to celebrate.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 233

Prior to starting The Alamo, Wayne gets his finances in order with Warner Bros.

1222. John Wayne. DS, two onionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, February

18, 1959. Agreement between Wayne and Warner Bros. for “the purpose of partial liquidation of that certain promissory note dated April 16, 1955 in the principal sum of $106,133.56 executed by me…I, the undersigned John Wayne have given Warner two noninterest bearing notes…each in the face amount of $25,000.00…I, the undersigned John Wayne, do absolutely…assign and convey unto the said Warner…the sum of $25,000.00…from the sum of $175,000.00.” Signed on the second page in blue ballpoint by Wayne and also signed by noted director Howard Hawks. In fine condition, with some light wrinkling and creasing, staple holes to top left, and mild toning along top edge. Wayne and Hawks had recently finished working together on Rio Bravo, which would premier the following month, and Wayne would soon begin filming his directorial debut, The Alamo, which he partly financed himself. Wayne assumed huge personal debt to get the film finished after United Artists refused to pay for cost overruns. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Interesting contract and pair of letters addressing the financial highs and lows of the Hollywood hero’s tumultuous 1950s 1223. John Wayne. DS, one page, 8.5 x 13, May 5, 1950. Agreement between Wayne and Warner Bros Pictures regarding Wayne’s payments.

Document reads, in part: “As you undoubtedly know, it is the present policy and practice of this company to pay artists…either directly to the personnel involved or to their duly authorized representatives…However, as a matter of mutual convenience to each of us, you hereby authorize us to…mail it to you at (or in care of) Beverly Management Corporation…The foregoing arrangement shall remain in effect until revoked by you…Inasmuch as we desire to put into effect the foregoing arrangement…we would appreciate your immediate execution of two (2) copies of this agreement.” Signed at the conclusion by Wayne and the studio’s assistant secretary, Roy Orbinger.

Also included are two unsigned typed letters from Jack Warner, both having notations and a couple of corrections in an unknown hand, the first one dated December 3, 1958, reads, in part: “When I get back to the studio, or maybe before, we want to have a talk about the money John Wayne owes us and the method we will use to recoup this.” The second letter, sent to Orbinger and three others, dated March 20, 1961, reads, in full: “Whenever we modify an individual’s contract by giving them a raise, from this day forth we want to insert a clause that in the event of a default by this individual we have the right to cancel the raise. Also, as in the case of Natalie Wood, if they have the right to make outside pictures and they default, not only can we cancel the raise but they cannot do the outside picture.” All three are matted and framed to an overall size of 23 x 21.5.

In very good condition, with scattered creasing to document, some lightly passing through Wayne’s signature, a bit of scattered light soiling, and a small staple hole near top. Both letters have a small staple hole and office stamps.

Having received his first Academy Award nomination for his role in Sands of Iwo Jima in 1949, Wayne rang in the 1950s at the height of his popularity. This contract, establishing the method of payment for the leading man’s salary, fell into place as the money was flowing in. In 1952, Wayne founded an independent film production company called Batjac Productions, enabling him to produce and direct as well as act; Warner Bros. signed on as the distributor. He began work on what he intended to be his epic masterpiece, The Alamo, but after nearly a decade of filming and countless production delays, the film ran drastically over budget. Wayne was forced to put up most of his own personal fortune (and as much as he could borrow) to keep it afloat. While the 1950 Warner Bros. contract handles the studio’s obligations to pay their star actor, the subsequent 1958 letters address the opposite: how Wayne would repay money owed to the studio. A wonderful set of items encompassing one of the legendary American actor’s most active decades. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 234 | March 13, 2013 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT

1224. Maude Adams

1225. Brian Aherne

1226. Adrienne Ames

1227. Dana Andrews

1228. Fred Astaire

1229. Fay Bainter

1230. Carroll Baker

1231. Carla Balenda

1232. Tallulah Bankhead

1233. Brigitte Bardot

1234. Brigitte Bardot

1235. Wendy Barrie

1236. Bruce Bennett

1237. Joan Bennett

1238. Milton Berle

1239. Jack Beutel

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1240. Charles Bickford

1241. Beulah Bondi

1242. Ernest Borgnine

1243. Joe E. Brown

1244. Jack Buchanan

1245. Bruce Cabot

1246. Eddie Cantor

1247. Capucine

1248. CHiPs

1249. Claudette Colbert

1250. Jeanne Crain MB $100

1251. Creature from the Black Lagoon

1254. Alain Delon

1255. William Demarest

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1252. Olivia de Havilland and Lew Ayres MB $100

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1253. Alain Delon MB $100

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1256. Wilhelm Dieterle

1257. Marlene Dietrich

1258. Marlene Dietrich

1259. Marlene Dietrich

1260. Marlene Dietrich

1261. Marlene Dietrich

1262. Edward Dmytryk

1263. Stanley Donen

1264. Brian Donlevy

1265. Irene Dunne

1266. Nelson Eddy

1267. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr

1268. Father Knows Best

1269. Jane Fonda

1270. Joan Fontaine

1271. Joan Fontaine

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1272. Lynn Fontanne

1273. Glenn Ford

1274. Ava Gardner

1276. Kathryn Grayson

1277. John Hart

1278. June Haver

1279. Paul Henreid

1280. Jean Hersholt

1281. Charlton Heston

1282. Dustin Hoffman

1283. Sally Ann Howes

1284. Gusti Huber

1285. Henry Hull

1286. Benita Hume

1287. Arthur Hunnicutt

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1275. Ava Gardner MB $100

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1288. Marsha Hunt

1289. Betty Hutton

1290. Betty Hutton

1291. Betty Hutton

1292. Dorothy Hyson

1293. I Dream of Jeannie

1294. I Dream of Jeannie

1295. Frieda Inescort

1296. Jill Ireland

1297. Zita Johann

1298. Ben Johnson

1299. Van Johnson

1300. Van Johnson

1301. Justine Johnstone

1302. Victor Jory

1303. Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier

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1304. Grace Kelly

1305. Hedy Lamarr

1306. Jesse Lasky

1307. Gina Lollobrigida

1308. Sophia Loren

1309. Jeanette MacDonald

1310. Man from UNCLE

1311. Frederic March

1312. Mary Martin

1313. Groucho Marx

1314. Patsy Ruth Miller

1315. Yvette Mimieux

1316. Robert Mitchum

1317. Zero Mostel

1318. Edward R. Murrow

1319. Patricia Neal

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1320. Pola Negri

1321. Paul Newman

1322. Al Pacino

1323. Gregory Peck

1324. Gregory Peck

1325. George Peppard

1326. Sidney Poitier

1327. Eleanor Powell

1328. Eleanor Powell

1329. Ella Raines

1330. Basil Rathbone

1331. Steve Reeves

1332. Steve Reeves

1333. Debbie Reynolds

1334. Cliff Robertson

1335. Herbert Ross

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1336. Jane Russell

1337. Jane Russell

1338. Eva Marie Saint

1339. Robert Shaw

1340. Red Skelton

1341. Barbara Stanwyck

1342. Barbara Stanwyck

1343. Star Trek: Shatner and Nimoy

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1344. Dean Stockwell MB $100

1348. Vera-Ellen MB $100

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1345. Tarita Teriipia

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1346. Three Stooges: Joe Besser

1347. Roger Vadim

1349. Vera-Ellen

1350. Robert Wagner

1351. Marie Windsor

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1353.

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1354. Monty Woolley MB $100

1355. Academy Award Winners MB $100

1356. Academy Award Winners

1357. Actors and Actresses

1358. Henry Armetta

1359. Desi Arnaz

1360. Josephine Baker

1361. Ballerinas

1362. Leslie Banks

1363. Brigitte Bardot

1364. Lex Barker

1365. Mikhail Baryshnikov and Vladimir Radunsky

1366. Edgar Bergen

1367. Elisabeth Bergner

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1368. Ann Blyth MB $100

1369. Johnny and Joanna Carson

1370. Sean Connery

1371. Tony Curtis

1372. Sammy Davis, Jr

1373. Sammy Davis, Jr

1374. Alain Delon

1375. Taina Elg

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1376. Margot Fonteyn MB $100

1380. William Gillette MB $100

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1377. Ava Gardner

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1378. Get Smart: Edward Platt

1379. Hoot Gibson

1381. The Godfather: Richard Castellano

1382. Gone With the Wind: Keyes and Rutherford

1383. Dolores Hart

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1384. Sonja Henie

1385. Katharine Hepburn

1386. Jon-Erik Hexum

1387. Wendy Hiller

1388. Horror

1389. Warren Hymer

1390. Saeed Jaffrey

1391. Elia Kazan

1393. Frank Lovejoy

1394. Dorothy McGuire

1395. Hayley Mills

1397. Jane Morgan

1398. Paul Newman

1399. Gregory Peck

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1392. Deborah Kerr MB $100

1396. Eva Moore MB $100

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1400. Basil Rathbone

1401. Debbie Reynolds

1402. Paul Robeson

1403. Mark Robson

1404. Eva Marie Saint

1405. Rod Serling

1406. Elke Sommer

1407. James Stewart

1408. James Stewart

1409. Irving Thalberg

1410. Jacques Tourneur

1411. Charles Vidor

1412. William Wellman

1413. Billy Wilder

1414. Wizard of Oz: E. Y. Harburg

1415. Wizard of Oz: Munchkins

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sports 1416. Muhammad Ali.

1418. Muhammad Ali. Origi-

Uncommon glossy 8 x 9.5 photo of Ali in a towel, signed in black felt tip, “Muhammad Ali, April 4-83, The greatest of all time.” Creasing to the upper right corner, a few other light creases, and surface impressions from other items being signed on top, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, grading the autograph a “9.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

nal signed felt tip sketch of a boxing ring on an off-white 11 x 8.5 sheet of cardboard, signed “Muhammad Ali, Forever the Greatest, July-885,” adding a smiley face at the bottom. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Practically life-size Ali image signed twice

1417. Muhammad Ali. Huge

color 24.75 x 36.5 poster of a sweaty Ali leaning on a ring rope, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To John from Muhammad Ali, March 5-19-80, Love always,” and signed and inscribed again underneath in black ballpoint, “To John again from Muhammad Ali, July 22-84,” adding a happy face.

Poster is mounted and double-matted to an overall size of 29 x 40.

Scattered light creases, primarily to top and bottom portions and some light surface rubbing, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1419. Tommy Armour. American golfer (1894–1968) who, despite suffering a severe eye injury during World War I, went on to win three major titles.

He was elected to the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1976. Vintage 8.5 x 11 photo of Armour taking a swing with his iron, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To J. Liga, Tommy Armour.” A thin central vertical line of toning through image and small blocks of toning to each corner tip, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1420. Young Bussey. Quarterback for the Chicago Bears (1917–1945) who was killed in action in the Pacific in World War II. Rare vintage fountain pen signature, “Young Bussey,” on a light pink 4.5 x 5.25 album page, with a clipped photo of Bussey affixed to the middle of the page, which is also signed by Ed Kolman. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage 1959 autograph book, including Mantle, Ford, and Drysdale 1421. Baseball. Memo book with

a 1959 calendar in the front, 4.5 x 3, signed inside in blue ballpoint by eight baseball players. Signers include: Mickey Mantle, Whitey Ford, Don Drysdale, Johnny Mize, Al Lopez, Bob Shaw, Jim Hearn, and Don Bessent.

All are signed on a single side, with the exception of Lopez and Shaw being on opposite sides of the same page. In overall fine condition, with light scattered toning to a few pages. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Inaugural American League All Star ball signed by 14 members, including Ruth, Gehrig, Mack, and Foxx

1422. Baseball: 1933 All-Stars. Official Reach American League (Harridge) baseball signed in fountain pen by 14, including 11 members of the 1933 American League All Star team. Signers are: Connie Mack (ss), Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Jimmie Foxx, Al Simmons, Tony Lazzeri, Lefty Grove, Ted Lyons, Bill Dickey, Joe Cronin, Jimmy Dykes, and Rick Ferrell. In very good condition, with some signatures fairly light, but still mostly legible; a couple signatures are completely faded, however Ruth’s, Gehrig’s, and Mack’s signatures still quite bold. Initially intended to be a one-time event, the first All Star Game was played at Chicago’s Comiskey Park on July 6, 1933. Ruth hit two home runs propelling the American League to a 4-2 victory. A fabulous combination of signatures of Hall of Fame heavyweights, with the always desirable combination of Ruth and Gehrig. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Choice Cobb letter on legal matters 1424. Ty Cobb. ALS, one page,

1423.

Boston Celtics.

Vintage program for the 1959–60 Boston Celtics’ championship-winning season, 8 x 11, 22 pages, signed throughout in blue ballpoint by members of the Celtics team.

Signers are: Bill Russell, Bob Cousy, Tommy Heinsohn, Bill Sharman, K. C. Jones, Frank Ramsey, John Richter, Gene Conley, Jim Loscutoff, and Bob Hopkins. Also signed on the reverse by Hal Greer. In very good condition, with partial separation and scattered creases to the front cover, and ballpoint notations to reverse. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 14, 1952. Letter to H. R. Jepsen regarding representation in a legal matter. In full (with grammar and spelling retained): “I would like to ask a favor of you. I do not know a lawyer by name in Minden, after looking the enclosed over and if I should have a lawyer attend to this matter so as to secure my claim to recovery of part of this debt through foreclosure. I would appreciate your turning papers over to him so he could write me also protect me against the disposal of this property by Butner. In explanation, in sympathy, I advanced Butner this money to pays costs and all to appeal his brothers case etc. I am supposing you know of the circumstances relative to his brother which the states penalty has been exacted. If I could recover something, I would be satisfied.” At the bottom of the page Cobb adds, “There is no chance for recovery through Erwin Butner personally.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. After his retirement from baseball, Cobb became a successful businessman and major Coca-Cola stockholder—he would have remained financially stable even if he was unable to recover anything from this situation with Butner.Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1428. Jackie Mitchell Gilbert.ALS, 1425. Bill Cook. TLS, one page,

5.5 x 8.5, April 6, 1984. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Sorry I cannot send an autographed puck as they have all been claimed by my children and grandchildren.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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1426. Duffy Daugherty. Football coach (1915–1987) who served as the head coach at Michigan State University from 1954 to 1972, winning two national championships. TLS signed “Duffy,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Michigan State University letterhead, December 5, 1972, responding to an autograph request. Stapled to the letter is a newspaper article about his retirement, 7.25 x 6, signed at the top in blue felt tip, “Duffy Daugherty.” In fine condition, with overall toning to the article, and a vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

one page, lightly-lined, 6 x 9, March 12, 1982. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I always enjoy getting letters from fans that remember me since that was a long time ago—51 years to be exact.” A small tear below the signature, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which also bears her signature in the return address area. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1429. Jack Johnson. Scarce and desirable vintage pencil signa-

ture, “Jack Johnson, Former Champion,” on the reverse of a 5.5 x 3.25 automobile maintenance card. In very good condition, with light scattered toning and toned tape remnants to corners. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1983 Tarheels sports paper after Jordan’s clutch tournament performance 1430. Michael Jordan. Adjoined

1427. Lou Gehrig. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Lou

Gehrig,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card loosely affixed to a black 8 x 10.5 scrapbook page bearing an affixed newspaper article about Gehrig at a golf tournament. Scattered soiling and slight brushing to first name, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a few other scrapbook pages bearing affixed newspaper photos from throughout his career. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

front and back cover of the April 16, 1983, issue of Carolina Blue, 11.25 x 15, featuring two images of Jordan on the court for the Tarheels, as part of the fullpage subscription advertisement, signed in black felt tip by Jordan.

A central horizontal fold, some mild toning and creasing, and a mailing label remnant to front cover, otherwise fine condition.

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1431. Louis ‘Kid’ Kaplan. Vintage boxing card featuring a full-length image of Kaplan in a pugilistic pose, 2 x 3.5, likely issued by a tobacco or candy company in the 1930s, signed and inscribed in pencil, “For my little pal Franklin, Good luck, Louis Kid Kaplan,” affixed to a page within a black leatherette autograph album. Other signers within the book include: Stella Walsh, Carl Hubbell, Rip Collins, Eddie Mayo, Johnny Moore, Glenn Cunningham, Sam Leslie, Wally Berger, Mickey Haslin, Aaron Robinson, Norman ‘Red’ Branch, and Bill Johnson. Kaplan card in very good condition, with scattered creasing; other pages in very good to fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Uninscribed portrait of Louis in his prime 1432. Joe Louis. Glossy

8 x 10 full-length photo of Louis during training, signed in black felt tip.

Scattered light creases and surface marks, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1434. Roger Maris. Scarce

1962 Topps baseball card depicting Maris’s gamewinning home run in game three of the 1961 World Series, neatly signed in black felt tip. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with trivial corner tip wear and the signature a shade light. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The famed ‘Bronx Bombers’ manager recounts his early days as manager ALS, one page, 8.25 x 11, no date. Letter to the daughter of fellow Hall of Famer Rabbit Maranville. In part: “Of course I knew your Dad very well but never knew he had any children. Enjoyed reading about gamer and I knew all of those old timers. At that time I was managing the Louisville club in the American association…

My health not so good, but reaching 87 I can’t complain.”

In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and another one directly under signature and scattered toning.Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Colossal photo of Marciano landing a championship-winning ‘Suzie Q’ 1433. Rocky Marciano. Enormous vintage 19.75 x 16 image of Marciano landing a thunderous punch to the face of Jersey Joe Walcott in their 1952 championship bout, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To my Pal Dud, Rocky Marciano.” Seemingly affixed to a heavier backing, and matted and framed to an overall size of 25.5 x 21.5. Scattered surface creases and bubbling, and show-through from adhesive to reverse, otherwise very good condition. In winning this fight against Walcott on September 23, 1952, Marciano secured the title of World Heavyweight Champion—one which he would hold for the rest of his undefeated career. An incredible photo in an unheard of size, this is easily one of the most desirable Marciano items we have ever offered. Oversized.

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1435. Joe McCarthy.

Gorgeous photo of Ott’s terrific swing 1436. Mel Ott. Rare vintage glossy 6.5 x 8.5 photo of Ott amidst his powerful and unorthodox swing, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Buck Greene, With Best Wishes, Mel Ott.” In very good condition, with minor paper loss to upper right corner, small tear to lower right border, and moderate contrast to inscription and signature against the busy background. Trivial flaws to right border could be easily matted out and in no way affect the extraordinarily sharp image. Without a doubt the most desirable pose of any Ott signed photo that we have seen. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1437. Racine Belles.

Four uncommon vintage glossy 10 x 8 photos by Leonard Studio of Racine, three picturing various members, and one team photo, each signed on the reverse in purple ink by members of the team.

Signers are: ‘Choo Choo’ Hickson (2), Sophie Kurys, Edie Perlick, and Eleanor Dapkus. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases and areas of silvering. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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Pie Traynor. Supe-

rior third baseman and Hall of Famer (1899–1972).

In-person ink signature, “Pie Traynor,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Fantastic game photo of Ruth facing the Red Sox at Fenway in 1931 1439. Babe Ruth. Vintage 9.25 x

7.5 game photo of Ruth taking a swing against his old team, the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in 1931, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Matty Martin from Babe Ruth, Aug 6, 1931.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 17.75 x 14.5. In fine condition. While Ruth signed many photos during his lifetime, actual game action photos signed by the Bambino are by far the scarcest and most desirable of all. Against his former team the Red Sox, this is an item of the utmost rarity. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity and grading from PSA/DNA, grading the autograph a “9.” RR Auction COA.…

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Choice photo of a powerful Ruth practice swing 1440. Babe Ruth. Highly desirable vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Ruth posing at the end of one of his mighty swings, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend, Mrs. J. P. Tehan, From, Babe Ruth.”

Mild scattered soiling, a tack hole to the right edge, and slight rippling to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. A fantastic pose of the ‘Sultan of Swat.’ Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Coveted single-signed Ruth baseball 1441. Babe Ruth. Official Spalding No. 4 ‘Match Ball’ baseball signed and inscribed in blue ink on a side panel, “To Frank, From, Babe Ruth.”

Signature and inscription fairly light due to irregular ink adhesion and fading, but mostly legible, and scattered dings and scuffs to leather, otherwise very good condition. A collectible example of the always highly desirable single-signed vintage Ruth baseball. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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The retired ‘Bambino’ cuts a check to a Long Island City auto dealer

1442. Babe Ruth. Personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out and signed by Ruth, “G. H. Ruth,” payable to Bayers Auto Sales Inc. for $69.62, January 8, 1946. In fine condition, with two vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, staple holes to left edge, and light show-through from stamps on reverse. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

1443. Babe Ruth. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Babe Ruth,” on the reverse of a blank 9 x 9.25 Railway Express Agency register of ship-

ments form. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through center of signature), overall toning, and a small tear to lower left, away from the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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1444. Amos Alonzo Stagg. Renowned athletic coach (1862–1965) whose versatile skills earned him places in both the College Football Hall of Fame and the Basketball Hall of Fame. TLS signed “Lon Stagg,” one page, 7.75 x 10, University of Chicago letterhead, October 30, 1925. Letter to Roy Vernon of the Chicago Daily News. In part: “You and Mrs. Vernon certainly took your lives in your hands in your effort to see the Chicago-Penn game and your accident added another depressing touch to the very depressing day. Of course, I was disappointed in the showing that the team made and felt that they did not take advantage of the opportunities they had to score as they might have, but each week leaves mighty little time for regrets and we are all set again for the game with Purdue, tomorrow.” In fine condition, with faint intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). After losing by a touchdown to Penn, Chicago was indeed ready for Purdue—they won 6 to 0, but still finished the 1925 season with a losing record. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Wagner signs with the Waners, Pie Traynor, and Arky Vaughan 1445. Honus Wagner and Pittsburgh Pirates. Vintage pencil signatures of Wagner and 13 members of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Detroit Tigers (circa 1933–1934) on both sides of an off-white 4.5 x 6.75 album page. Signers include: “J. Honus Wagner,” L[loyd] Waner, P[aul] Waner, Pie Traynor, A[rky] Vaughan, Vic Sorrell, Frank Doljack, Larry French, Floyd Young, Harlin Pool, and Buzzy Wares. In fine condition, with some mild edge toning. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1447. Cy Young. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Cy Young, Peoli, O,” on an off-white irregularly trimmed card. Signature is affixed to a 5.25 x 8 book page featuring an artist’s portrait of Young. In fine condition, with closely trimmed edges. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1448. Hank Aaron and Eddie Mathews

1449. Hank Aaron

1450. Ali, Holmes, and Holyfield

1451. Muhammad Ali

1452. Muhammad Ali

1453. Red Auerbach MB $100

1454. Baseball Hall of Famers

1455. Baseball Hall of Famers

1456. Baseball Hall of Famers

1457. Baseball Hall of Famers

1458. Baseball Hall of Famers

1459. Baseball Hall of Famers

1460. Baseball: 1961 World Series

1461. Basketball Hall of Famers

1462. Basketball Hall of Famers

1463. David Beckham

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1464. Jean Beliveau and Boom Boom Geoffrion

1465. Yogi Berra

1466. Barry Bonds

1467. Boston Celtics

1468. Boston Celtics Greats

1469. Lou Boudreau and Bob Feller

1470. Boxing MB $100

1471. Boxing Hall of Famers

1472. Boys of Boston: Williams, Bird, and Orr

1473. James J. Braddock

1474. Herb Brooks

1475. Steve Carlton

1476. Harold Carmichael

1477. Sidney Crosby

1478. Dizzy Dean

1479. Jack Dempsey

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1480. Joe DiMaggio

1481. Joe DiMaggio

1482. Joe DiMaggio

1483. Joe DiMaggio

1484. Joe DiMaggio

1485. Joe DiMaggio

1486. Don Drysdale

1487. Leo Durocher

1488. Football All Americans

1489. Nellie Fox

1490. Clint Frank

1491. John Gagliardi

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1492. Charles Gehringer MB $100

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1493. Gorgeous George MB $100

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1494. Ken Griffey, Jr MB $100

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1496. Gil Hodges

1497. Ben Hogan

1498. Willie Hoppe

1499. Horse Racing

1500. Horse Racing MB $200

1501. Horse Racing: McCarron, Chris

1502. Carl Hubbell MB $100

1503. Reggie Jackson and Mike Schmidt

1504. Reggie Jackson

1505. Reggie Jackson

1506. Ferguson Jenkins

1507. Derek Jeter

1508. Michael Jordan

1509. Larry Kelley

1510. Bob Knight

1511. Phil Knight

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1512. Sandy Koufax

1513. Sandy Koufax

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1516. Don Larsen and Yogi Berra MB $100

1514. Sandy Koufax MB $100

1515. Don Larsen and Yogi Berra

1517. Bob Lilly

1518. Ted Lyons

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1519. Connie Mack

1520. Peyton Manning

1521. Mickey Mantle

1522. Mickey Mantle

1524. Pedro Martinez

1525. Willie Mays

1526. Willie Mays

1527. Willie Mays

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1528. Bill McKechnie

1529. George Mikan

1530. Milwaukee Brewers

1531. Paul Molitor

1532. Stan Musial

1533. Stan Musial

1534. Stan Musial

1535. Jack Nicklaus

1536. NY Giants

1537. NY Mets

1538. NY Mets

1539. NY Mets

1540. NY Yankees

1541. NY Yankees

1542. Arnold Palmer and Clint Eastwood

1543. Arnold Palmer

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1544. Floyd Patterson and Ingemar Johansson

1545. Walter Payton

1546. Walter Payton

1547. Pele

1548. Pele

1549. William ‘The Refrigerator’ Perry

1550. Pittsburgh Pirates

1551. Buster Posey

1552. Sam Rice and Red Faber

1553. Maurice Richard

1554. Cal Ripken, Jr

1555. Cal Ripken, Jr

1556. Oscar Robertson

1557. Pete Rose

1558. CC Sabathia

1559. Frank Sinkwich and Clark Hinkle

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1560. Casey Stengel

1561. Payne Stewart

1562. Tennis

1563. Mike Tyson

1564. Mike Tyson

1565. Mike Tyson

1566. Johnny Unitas

1567. Dwyane Wade

1568. Ted Williams

1569. Ted Williams

1570. Ted Williams

1571. Ted Williams

1572. Ted Williams

1573. Ted Williams

1574. Ted Williams

1575. Ted Williams

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make sure your consignment is on board for our next voyage

Once again, RR Auction is seeking rare, Titanic-related artifacts, ephemera, and documents for our Titanic Auction this June 2013. In our previous auction, a single item fetched over $185,000. For a free consignment appraisal, email Bob Eaton at Bob.Eaton@RRAuction.com or call (603) 732-4280.

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