Rare Manuscripts, Documents, and Autographs: November 2012

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MARVELS OF MODERN MUSIC

THE ROLLING STONES

Do you have the stuff of rock legends like The Beatles, Hendrix, Buddy Holly, or others?

RR Auction is seeking autographs, instruments, posters, stage worn clothing, handbills, photos, and other music-related memorabilia for our Marvels of Modern Music 2 auction. Contact Bob Eaton at Bob@RRAuction.com for a free appraisal. If you’ve got what it takes, we’ll add you to our star-studded line up.

The Auction Has Begun!

Bidding begins as soon as the catalog is posted online (October 26). At 6pm on WedNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14th 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.

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Upcoming Auctions space & aviation

Auction closes November 29, 2012 Bidding starts November 15, 2012

DECEMBER 2012

Auction closes December 12, 2012 Bidding starts November 21, 2012

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 finical 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

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

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

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

Robert S. Eaton Sr. 1940–2001

Linda Immerman acquisitions assistant linda.immerman@rrauction.com

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

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RRAUCTION’S POLICIES EXTENDED BIDDING & THE 30 MINUTE RULE

The final day of bidding for all lots is Wednesday, November 14. 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.

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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.

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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.

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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 Tricia by phone at (603) 732-4280 ext. 114 or by email at Tricia@RRAuction.com

We Have Ignition

It’s time for our Space & Aviation Auction The payload for our November liftoff includes a number of vintage items signed by the late Neil Armstrong, as well as rare flown artifacts including an Apollo 11 mission flag and an Apollo 17 Robbins Medallion—all fully authenticated and set for public sale. Check our online catalog for a complete manifest of this unique and highly collectible cargo. And hurry: this is one mission you won’t want to miss!

presidents & first ladies 1. John Quincy Adams. Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 10 x 8 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3.25, addressed in Adams’s hand to “Hon. Joseph Hopkinson, Judge U. S. District Court, Philadelphia,” and boldly franked in the upper right “J. Q. Adams.” Panel also bears a “Free” stamp in the upper right and date stamp, “April 3,” to the left side. Light scattered soiling and creases to the panel, heavier soiling to the top blank area, paper loss to upper and lower areas of the full frank from a previously affixed seal, and some trivial separation to corners of folds, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

2. James Buchanan. Hand-addressed and free franked mailing

envelope, 8.75 x 3.5, addressed in Buchanan’s hand to “Hon: Isaac Toucey, Hartford, Connecticut,” and franked in the upper right, “Free, James Buchanan.” Panel also bears a “Free” stamp and a “Lancaster, PA” postmark to the left side. Reverse bears a complete red wax seal with Buchanan’s initials. In very good condition, with light scattered creases, toning, and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

4. Grover Cleveland. Very nice 4.75 x 3.25 engraving of the exterior of the White House, signed under the image in fountain pen, as president, “Grover Cleveland, May 26, 1887.” In fine condition, with some slight feathering to a couple letters of signature and a mild shade of toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

3. Frances Cleveland.

5. Grover Cleveland.

ALS signed vertically along the left edge of the first page, “Frances F. Cleveland,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 6, green monogrammed Executive Mansion letterhead, October 16, 1893.

Letter of thanks to Mr. Childs.

In part: “The magnificent gift which you have sent to our dear little Esther came safely to her today. And I want to hasten to thank you. The things are very beautiful and very useful and I (now—as will she in the future) appreciate them truly—but the nicest thing in the whole matter is that you cared to send her your own face in silver—on the spoon…The President joins me in messages of remembrance & good will to you both.” In fine condition, with a few small blocks of light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ink signature, “Grover Cleveland, Aug. 8, 1892,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition, with a few trivial spots of soiling. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

6. Grover Cleveland.

Ornate off-white card, 5 x 2.75, bearing the text, “For the President of the United States, Grover Cleveland of the State of New York,” signed in the lower border in black ink, “Grover Cleveland.” Likely originally used to reserve President Cleveland’s seat at a formal banquet. In fine condition, with mild soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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Cleveland returns for a second term 7. Grover Cleveland. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 6.75, Gray Gables letterhead, August 12, 1892. Letter to John F. Shafer, marked at the top by Cleveland “strictly personal.” In part: “I am very much touched by the contents of your letter of congratulation received first after my nomination to the Presidency. I sympathize with you fully in the incidents in which the event brings to your mind. I have not been able to understand at all times, the devotion of children to a political party or candidate…I am glad to have the picture of my steadfast friend which you kindly sent me; and while I cannot thank you for your kind wishes I cannot stifle a regret that my candidacy should remind you of the affliction which you have suffered in the death of your son.” In fine condition, with some minor light handling wear and soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Cleveland’s hand.

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

8. Calvin Coolidge. White House card neatly signed in black ink, “Calvin Coolidge.” Double matted and framed with a portrait of Coolidge to an overall size of 10 x 16.25. A uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $150)

Coolidge receives accolades for his work on naval arms limitations 9.

Calvin Coolidge. TLS

as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, June 29, 1927. Letter to Rev. Charles Macfarland of the Federal Council of Churches. In part: “Thank you very much for your letter…approving of my action on connection with the Geneva conference.” In very good condition, with scattered toning, soiling, and creasing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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10. Calvin Coolidge. Vintage matte-finish 8.75 x 12.25 Harris and

Ewing photo, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Charles R. Michael, with regards, Calvin Coolidge.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 16.5. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light silvering to darker images and photographer’s stamp. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

11 . C a l v i n Coolidge. Per-

sonal check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Coolidge, payable to Cash for $50.00, April 12, 1929. In fine condition, with cancellation holes to body, lightly affecting the opening letter of signature and a crease to left side. Check is endorsed on the reverse by Coolidge’s law partner Ralph Hemenway. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Distinguished portrait of Eisenhower’s second cabinet 12. Dwight D. Eisenhower Cabinet. Vintage matte-finish 16.5 x 11.25 photo of Eisenhower and his cabinet, taken on May 10, 1957, and affixed to its original 19.5 x 15.75 mount, signed on the mount in black ink by Dwight D. Eisenhower, Wilton B. Persons, Henry Cabot Lodge, Fred A. Seaton, George M. Humphrey, Richard Nixon, Herbert Brownell, Jr., Sinclair Weeks, Marion B. Folsom, Val Peterson, Percival Brundage, Gordon Gray, James P. Mitchell, Arthur E. Summerfield, John Foster Dulles, Chalres E. Wilson, Ezra Taft Benson, Maxwell M. Rabb, and Sherman Adams. Framed to an overall size of 21 x 17. In very good to fine condition, with some scattered light silvering and spotting to image, a few fingerprints and toning to mount, and Peterson’s signature. Eisenhower’s cabinet was notable for its lack of experienced administrators and personal friends. A presentable oversized portrait of Eisenhower’s eclectic confidants. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 15. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS,

13. Grace Coolidge. Two free franked mailing envelopes, both

postmarked 1945: one hand-addressed by Coolidge, 7.5 x 4, and franked in the upper right; and one addressed in type, 6.5 x 3.75, also franked in the upper right. In fine condition, with light scattered creases and toning, and both postmarks lightly affecting the signature. Accompanied by a display folder. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

14. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS signed “Ike,”

one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, July 7, 1965. Letter to Charlene and David Marx of the Marx toy company. In part: “On our Anniversary there arrived a floral arrangement that, I believe, is suppose to end all such presentations. I have never before seen an artificial tree built on which are growing orchids. Mamie and I were deeply impressed; however, our true reaction was merely one of gratitude that two such good friends would remember our wedding anniversary so beautifully.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 29, 1967.

Letter to the owners of Hickory Valley Farm.

In part: “You have again remembered Mrs. Eisenhower and me with a delightful smoked turkey. I have instructed them to keep it in the proper storage until my return to Gettysburg...” In fine condition, with light scattered creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

16. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, April 10, 1963. Letter to Congressman Ralph Harvey.

In part: “It is impossible for me to attend the political rally in Wayne County, Indiana, next fall…My schedule for the remainder of 1963 is such that I cannot add to it.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases, and staple holes to the upper border. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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18. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS signed “D. E.,”

one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 8, 1961. Letter to David Marx. In part: “Although I think Mamie has written…I want personally to add my thanks to her’s [sic] for the lovely flowers you sent us on our anniversary…Do have a fine trip and do all of the things that of late years I have been unable to do (and for which Paris has a well deserved reputation).” In fine condition, with scattered creases. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

19. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as presi-

dent signed “D. E.,” one page, 6.5 x 9, White House letterhead, June 25, 1959. Letter to Ernest ‘Tex’ Lee, Eisenhower’s former aide-de-camp. In part: “Thank you for your two recommendations.

I shall pass your letters along to the people who do the preliminary screening for these posts.” In fine condition, with a light pencil notation to upper right. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

20. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Color glossy 5

x 7 photo of Eisenhower at a ceremony, signed at the bottom in fountain pen. In fine condition, with scattered surface marks and impressions, and trivial soiling to the left border. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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21. Millard Fillm or e. Pa r tl y-

printed vellum DS as president, one page, 14.5 x 17.5, February 26, 1852.

President Fillmore appoints a lieutenant of the Navy, “with the advice & consent of the Senate.” Signed at the conclusion

by Fillmore and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy William A. Graham. Complete Navy Department paper seal affixed to the lower right. In very good condition, with intersecting storage folds with some repair to separations, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered toning and soiling, and writing light but somewhat legible. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

22. Millard Fillmore. Pamphlet

entitled “Brief Narrative of Incidents in the War in Missouri and of the Personal Experience of One Who Has Suffered,” 5.75 x 9.25, 28 pages, Boston: Press of the Daily Courier, 1863.

This 1863 pamphlet about Missouri in the Civil War, written by a pro-Union pastor who was arrested as a Southern sympathizer and banished to Massachusetts, bears an ownership signature across the top in black ink, “Millard Fillmore, April 3, 1864,” adding the shelf location number “255,” to the top right. Also written in pencil beneath the title, seemingly in Fillmore’s hand, “By a Presbyterian Clergyman.” In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, light creasing and soiling to cover, a few small tears, and a “Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society Library” stamp to inside front cover. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

23. James A. Garfield. ALS signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page, 5.5 x 8, June 30, 1880.

Brief letter of thanks to Thomas E. Burns for a previous letter. In full: “Accept my thanks for yours of yesterday.” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning, and light mirroring of text along bottom. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Also accompanied by a three page ALS to President Garfield from W. S. Wilson, dated March, 1881, on behalf of Wilson, seeking an appointment. This letter reads, in part: “Col. Burns was a gallant soldier and an excellent officer, a true brave and generous man. He has ever been an earnest Republican, possessing at all times and under all circumstances the courage of his convictions. He was the Republican nominee for Congress…made an active vigorous canvas off the district and pulled the largest vote that has ever been brought out by any Republican candidate…He is exceedingly popular and although an uncompromising Republican received many votes from democrats whose personal liking for Col. Burns caused them to throw off their party allegiances.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

24. James A. Garfield. Ink

signature, “J. A. Garfield, Brig.

Gen. Vols,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.25 slip. In very good condition, with scattered soiling affecting part of the signature, and some show-through from mounting remnants to the reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

25. James A. Garfield. Ink

signature, “J. A. Garfield, Ohio,” on an off-white 6.5 x 3 album page. In fine condition, with mild toning to the right side, irregularly trimmed top and bottom edges, and some chipping to the right edge, all of which could be easily matted out. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Garfield’s personal copy of Milton’s Paradise Lost 26. James A. Garfield. Signed

book: Paradise Lost and Regained.

London: T. Nelson and Sons, 1853.

Hardcover, 4.25 x 6.5, 532 pages.

Signed on the first free end page “J. A. Garfield, Hiram, June 1st 1857.”

Garfield’s 2.5 x 1.5 personal bookplate “Inter Folia Fructus Library of James A. Garfield” is affixed inside the front cover, with Garfield also writing “Copperheads,” in pencil on the rear pastedown. In very good condition, with dampstaining and scattered light soiling to signed page.

Garfield was a voracious reader who amassed a large collection of books. The first Presidential memorial library, completed at the Lawnfield estate in Ohio by First Lady Lucretia Garfield four years after her husband’s assassination, houses almost 3,000 books that were used and treasured by the 20th president. More than two decades ago, several dozen of his books were de-accessioned, with this personal volume among the items. Book description: G+/None. Bound in green leather with gilt titles and decoration, and gilted textblock edges; heavily rubbed, with boards exposed along edges; covers have been neatly reattached (endpapers not repaired—visibly split along hinges); upper corner of rear cover cracked but firmly attached; waterstain to upper margins and foxing throughout, both heaviest on first/last several pages and illustration pages. In custom-made green cloth-covered case with minimal soiling, in otherwise near fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 11

The only full “Ulysses S. Grant” signature we have ever seen

27. U. S. Grant. Ink signature, “Ulysses S. Grant, Lt. Gen. U.S.A., Galena,

Ill., Aug. 28th, 1865,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with light scattered toning and soiling. Grant had returned to Galena, his hometown, on August 18, welcomed by a jubilant populous excited to see its new war hero.

There were parades, fireworks, and speeches given, and Grant was presented with a house, which he lived in until becoming president. An astoundingly rare signature from his triumphant return at the end of the Civil War, this is the first and only full signature we have ever seen or heard of. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ex-President Grant seeks input on his famed 1881 objection to a controversial GOP appointment of President Garfield 28. U. S. Grant. ALS, one page,

lightly-lined both sides, 4.25 x 7, no date [circa Mexico 1881]. Letter written while serving as president of Gould’s Southern Railroad.

Letter to “Jones.” In part: “I write to you in answer to the letter of the 30th of March, signed by the Vice President, Senator Conkling & yourself, and only just rec’d. I resent exceedingly I did not get it at Galveston in time possibly to have had some effect. Please read my letter to you, and the one to Garfield to the signers of the letter of the 30th and use your combined judgment as to whether the latter should be declined or not.

I am likely to remain here another month. The work I am engaged upon is one which I believe is to result in great benefits to my own country, and of course to this. No personal consideration would tempt me to engage in what I am now doing but I believe sincerely that by building these people up we will establish a market for our products which will stave off, for years at least, a panic which is otherwise inevitable from the rapidity with which we are going on. My kindest regards to all my friends in W[ashington].” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and a bit of scattered light soiling.

John P. Jones, this letter’s recipient, was a longtime Republican senator from Nevada who, around this time same, had criticized President James A. Garfield for various appointments. Most notably, both Jones and Grant objected to the president’s appointment of William Henry Robertson as collector at the port of New York—without soliciting the advice of powerful New York politician Roscoe Conkling. Grant had written to Senator Jones to express his support of the senator’s outrage and their shared position. The former chief executive also sent a letter to Garfield, using Jones as the courier, as is mentioned here. In the wake of the accusations, Garfield purportedly defended his appointments and maintained that the Grant had been ‘deceived by gross exaggerations and deliberate misrepresentations as to the motives and purposes of the President.’

The message to Grant, according to published newspaper articles, was delayed in finding its way. An important and historically significant letter regarding a message from a former president to a successor. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Grant receives a detailed map of Santo Domingo as he ponders annexation 29. U. S. Grant. LS as president, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Executive Mansion letterhead, November 8, 1871. Letter to naturalist and geologist Prof. Henry A. Ward who took part in a US expedition to Santo Domingo in 1871. In part: “I am in receipt of the beautifully executed raised map of the island of Santo Domingo you so kindly forwarded to me…Your personal observations added to your thorough investigation enabled you to execute this map with great accuracy.”

In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on reverse. In addition to Ward’s scientific work, his report endorsed annexation by the US, a project favored by Grant. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

30. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed

DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, July 7, 1870. Grant orders the secretary of state “to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of Calvin Sexton.”

Two horizontal folds, one passing through the center of the signature, light scattered creases, and toning to the borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

31. Benjamin Harrison.

ALS signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, July 7, 1888. Letter to J. S. Clarkson. In full: “I would be pleased to have you come up to my House at 12M & remain to lunch if it is convenient.” A some mild creases and soiling, paperclip impression to top edge, trivial area of paper loss to left edge, and a few stray ink marks and brushes, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Harrison weighs the political ramifications of an important political appointment before making “another mistake” 32. Benjamin Harrison. ALS

as president signed “Benj Harrison,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 8, Executive Mansion letterhead, September 19, 1889. Letter written from Deer Park to his Secretary of the Interior John W. Noble, who he addresses as “Dear Genl.” In part: “I agree that an early decision ought to be made–but there is one thing much worse than delay–another mistake.

The Senators from N.Y. [William M. Evarts and Frank Hiscock] will not back your first choice, and I do not want it to be true this time that the Senators & members hesitate or protest. I have had a very favorable telegram from Genl Cogswell of Mass [congressman] and a very cautious one from Cabot Lodge [then a Mass. congressman] referring to a letter not yet received. Mr. Hoar’s delay [Mass. Senator George F. Hoar] is not assuming as to his opinion.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold, a few slight brushes to text, and a bit of trivial soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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37. Herbert Hoover. White

33. Benjamin Harrison. Ink signature, “Benj. Harrison,” on a blue

3.5 x .5 slip clipped from a check. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

34. Benjamin Harrison. Three

bank checks, all filled out and signed by Harrison, “Benj. Harrison,” all measuring 7 x 2.75, dating from 1880–1888.

In very good condition, with vertical folds to each check, a single cancellation cut to each, and expected stamps.

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

35. Rutherford B. Hayes. Ink

signature, “R. B. Hayes, 1877,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. A couple light creases, and scattered toning and soiling, otherwise very good condition. Hayes’s term began on March 4, 1877, so this was most likely signed as president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

House card, 4.25 x 2.75, neatly signed in black ink, “Herbert Hoover.” In fine condition, with a mild overall shade of toning. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

38. Herbert Hoover. Signed

book: The Memoirs of Herbert Hoover. First edition, first printing.

NY: Macmillan Company, 1952.

Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.5, 405 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the second free end page, “To Ralph C. Barron, The good wishes of Herbert Hoover.” In very good condition, with some light dampstaining to edges of signed page, owner’s bookplate affixed to first free end page, toning to last page and rear pastedown, and scattered light wear to covers and spine. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

36. Rutherford B. Hayes.

Hayes’s personal embossed calling card, 3.25 x 2, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Rutherford B. Hayes.” In fine condition, with light, erasable pencil notations above and below signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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39. Lyndon B. Johnson. Signed book: The Vantage Point. First edition. NY: Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, 1971. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.5, 636 pages. Signed in black ink on a bookplate affixed to the half-title page. In fine condition, with scattered light wear and creasing to dustjacket. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Jackson recommends his personal ‘Court Painter,’ a “gentleman of first rate acquirements the art of portrait painting”

40. Andrew Jackson. ALS, one page both sides,

7.75 x 9.75, Nashville, January 4, 1821. Letter to the governor of Mississippi, George Poindexter. In part: “This will be handed to you by Mr. R. E. W. Earl a painter friend of mine…Mr. Earl is a gentleman of first rate acquirements the art of portrait painting… he has spent much time and labour on portraits of mine of full size, & is about to descend the river… with the intention of exhibiting them & afterwards selling them. I think you and the citizens of your state will be pleased with his performance. If so, I trust you will patronise him.” Intersecting folds with a few separations (one repaired), one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, light overall toning, a pencil notation to the lower right corner of the reverse, and show-through from writing on opposing sides, otherwise very good condition.

The painter Jackson recommends is Ralph Eleaser Whiteside Earl, who became known as the ‘Court Painter’ and ‘the King’s painter’ during Jackson’s presidency. Many of Jackson’s most famous portraits—from his years as a general up through his presidency—were painted by Earl. He became close friends with the Jackson family early on, even marrying Jackson’s niece. However, she died during childbirth in 1820, after which Earl moved in with the Jackson family, who he followed to the White House and remained with until his death in 1838. A letter with excellent and unusual content associating politics with the world of art. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

41. John F. Kennedy. TLS,

one page, 8 x 10.5, Congress of the United States, House of Representatives letterhead, April 18, 1950. Letter to a constituent. In part: “I have your letter…relative to your desire to appeal your reassignment to Cushing VA Hospital to the Civil Service Commission. In reply, I wish to advise you that I have contacted the Commission on your behalf, and shall do what I can to see that you are given every possible consideration in this connection…When I hear from these agencies, I shall again communicate with you.” In very good condition, with horizontal fold through upper portion of signature, a few creases and an area of toning to top left. Accompanied by two carbon copies of letters from the constituent, one to Kennedy and one to Congressman John McCormack. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

42. John F. Kennedy. Signed book: Profiles in Courage. Later printing. NY: Harper and Brothers, 1956. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 266 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Wardman Barber—with my highest regards, John Kennedy.” In fine condition, with a small pencil notation to signed page, as well as some mild edge toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Archive of letters to 16 presidents, including Madison, Monroe, Lincoln, and Grant 43. Letters to Presidents. Twenty-five letters to presidents, one typed, various sizes, ranging in date from 1767 to 1929. Letters to Presidents John Adams, James Madison, James Monroe, Martin Van Buren, Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Johnson (3), U. S. Grant (3), Rutherford B. Hayes (2), James A. Garfield (2), Chester A. Arthur (2), Benjamin Harrison (2), Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Jefferson Davis. Notable letter-writers include Senator Joseph R. West, governor of West Virginia Jacob B. Jackson, journalist John Weiss Forney, author Mary Virginia Terhune, and philanthropist James Lenox. Letters address various issues, including immigration, official appointments, and Washington’s Farewell Address. Most affixed to an 8 x 10 off-white sheet. In overall very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, toning, and pencil notations to most letters. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

44. Abraham Lincoln. Partly-printed war-dated DS as president, one page, 14 x 13.25, November 12, 1861. President Lincoln appoints David Hodgson a “Third Lieutenant in the Revenue Service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury Salmon P. Chase. Matted and framed with a color portrait of Lincoln to an overall size of 34 x 28.25. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, moderate rippling from moisture exposure, handwritten portions of the document fairly light, but still mostly legible, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise very good condition. Lincoln’s signature remains quite crisp and prominent. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $900)

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Two weeks after losing his Senate race to Douglas, Lincoln offers legal advice in an uncommonly lengthy letter to a friend and former client

45. Abraham Lincoln. ALS signed “A. Lincoln,” one page, 7.5 x 12.75, Springfield,

November 16, 1858. Lincoln’s letter appears on the lower half of a letter to him from Martin Bishop. Before his letter to Lincoln, Bishop has transcribed an agreement whereby the rights to an invention was sold to him in 1856 by the inventors for $2400, noted by Bishop to be a “Copy.” Bishop’s letter to Lincoln follows, and reads, in full: “Above please find Copy of County right for ditching machine which I purchased from the parties whose names are attached thereto, and on which right I still owe a portion of the purchase money. They on their part have suffered other parties to infringe on their patent, will not the above assignment of the right to this County be a valid rebut to their claim against me? And as the parties above stated have sued me & they having a Suit now pending in the U.S. Court against others for said infringement will not this act be held as a sufficient cause for Continuance, until the decision of said cause by the U.S. Court. And is it necessary on my part to have the above article recorded in Washington Prior to said decision. Please Answer immediately & oblige.”

Lincoln’s letter to Bishop follows. In full: “I do not think ‘the above assignment of the right of the County will be a valid rebut to their claim against you.’ I do not think the fact that the Patentees have a suit pending in the U.S. Court can avail you in defence, or for a continuance of their suit against you—Before you can sue, your assignment should be recorded; but the recording has nothing to do with the suits already brought.” Intersecting folds, a few small separations along folds, scattered toning and soiling, a bit heavier to Lincoln letter portion, and a few light brushes to Lincoln’s signature, otherwise very good condition.

Having won a suit against the Illinois Central Railroad with Lincoln as his lawyer four years prior, McLean County miller Martin Bishop again sought his help when legal troubles arose in 1858. Facing disputes on the validity of his ownership of a patent for improvements to a plow, and questioning his liability for pending lawsuits involving the invention, Bishop wrote an urgent request for advice to the reputable lawyer.

Though he was deeply feeling the pangs of defeat after his loss to Stephen Douglas two weeks prior, Lincoln did not miss a beat in his legal practice and promptly replied to his friend’s request. Written at a trying time in the future president’s career, this uniquely long letter reveals the endurance that took him from senatorial defeat to presidential success three years later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900) | 17

47. William McKinley.

LS signed “W. McKinley Jr,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 9, Committee on Ways and Means letterhead, April 19, 1890. Letter to Selover and Atwood, nurseries in Geneva, New York. McKinley acknowledges receipt of “your…suggesting a specific duty of $2.00 per thousand on all seedlings plants and trees etc. The same shall be duly considered.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered light toning, and some light edge wear. The McKinley Tariff (October, 1890) imposed heavy duties on imports. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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

16 x 10, March 18, 1834. President Monroe grants 80 acres of land in Ohio to Henry Friesner. Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. Moderate intersecting folds, scattered toning, a couple small fold separations and light wrinkling, otherwise very good condition.

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

48. James Monroe and John Quincy Adams.

Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “James Monroe” as president and “John Quincy Adams” as secretary of state, one page, 10.5 x 15, November 29, 1817. Scallopedtop ship’s pass issued to the “Ship Franklin of Baltimore William Graham master or commander…mounted with no guns navigated with eighteen men To Pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandize without any hinderance seisure or molestation.”

In good condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through each signature, scattered toning, soiling, and wrinkling, the seal absent, and the writing faint but mostly legible. It appears as though Graham and the Franklin were involved in the slave trade, as inward slave manifests for the port of New Orleans show him arriving with slaves on board in November 1819. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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51. Franklin Pierce and Jefferson Davis. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.5 x 17, May 25, 1854. President Pierce appoints Charles S. Winder as “First Lieutenant in the Third Regiment of Artillery.” Signed at the conclusion by Pierce and countersigned by Jefferson Davis as secretary of war, “Jeffer. Davis.” Complete US War Office seal is affixed to the top. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered foxing, toning, and soiling, and original docketing to the upper left corner. Winder went on to serve as a Confederate general in the Civil War and was killed in action during the Battle of Cedar Mountain; upon his death, Stonewall Jackson praised his ‘ardent patriotism and military pride.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Unissued Polk and Buchanan ship’s papers 52. James K. Polk and James Buchanan.

Partly-printed scalloped-top DS, signed as president, signed “James K. Polk” as president and “James Buchanan” as secretary of state, one page, 10.25 x 14.25, no date. An unissued ship’s pass, nicely signed at the conclusion by Polk and Buchanan. Matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 18.25. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of Buchanan’s signature, some light wrinkling, and a bit of mild toning. The white seal is intact and slightly worn with a central horizontal fold. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Those liberal congressmen... would reduce us to slingshots” 54. Ronald Reagan. TLS

as president signed “Ron,” one page, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, January 4, 1985.

Letter to Chicago broadcaster Ward L. Quaal. In part: “I hope by now you’ve learned the earlier press talk about the defense budget was based on no facts…

You are right about any agency or business can find room to trim, but Cap has been finding those savings and the media ignores it…I wasn’t happy with the Wall Street editorial and, like you, I didn’t agree with all of it.

We aren’t gearing our national security to talks with the Soviets. We really do have a plan based on our real needs; but sometimes we use the arms control talks as our argument with those liberal congressmen who would reduce us to slingshots.” In fine condition, with a crease to the lower right and the first letter of the signature written over a few times, likely becasue of a faulty pen. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

55. Ronald Reagan.

White House card signed in black ink, “Ronald Reagan.” In fine condition, with a couple of trivial brushes to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

56. Ronald Reagan.

53. James K. Polk. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 14.5 x 17.5, May 24, 1847. Polk appoints Samuel H. B. Vance “First Lieutenant in the Third Regiment of Dragoons in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Polk and countersigned by Secretary of War William Marcy. In very good condition, with intersecting storage folds, scattered toning, light wrinkling, and a small ink notation to top edge. The paper seal is cracked and toned, but mostly intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Reagan leaning on a sofa, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Mrs. Emma Bracken, With every good wish, Sincerely, Ronald Reagan.” A few scattered light creases, mounting remnants on reverse, and some scattered irregular ink adhesion to portions of signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce portrait of the longest-tenured First Lady 57. Eleanor Roosevelt. Un-

common vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Roosevelt wearing strings of pearls, signed and inscribed in fountain pen. Affixed to a samesize mount. Light bands of toning to three borders, trivial surface marks and impressions, and a slight brush to the inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A month before the Treaty of Versailles, Acting Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt appoints an ensign to serve on the vessel Puget Sound

Roosevelt meets on prison labor 59. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Handwritten

memo as governor, 5.5 x 8.5, regarding a meeting on prison labor. In full: “Prison Labor, Jared Van Wagner, John Sullivan, Rose Schneiderman, 1 National Labor, Senator Sheridan, Meeting 13th Aug, Ashland 4177.”

A few light creases and toning, a paperclip impression to the top, and light erased pencil and typed notations to the bottom border, otherwise fine condition.

As president, Roosevelt would establish Federal Prison Industries to use penal labor as a source for goods and services to be purchased by the government. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

58. Franklin D. Roosevelt. DS,

one page, 8 x 10, May 8, 1919. Roosevelt, as acting Secretary of the Navy, temporarily appoints Harold J. Bellingham an ensign in the Navy, and orders him to report for duty on the Puget Sound. In very good condition, with scattered toning, punch holes to top edge, several pencil notations, and a paperclip impression to top edge. Roosevelt served as Acting Secretary of the Navy from 1913-1920, where he developed a life-long affection for the Navy. Less than a year later, FDR would become the vice-presidential nominee in his first foray into national politics. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 20 | November 14, 2012 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

60. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Vintage print, 8 x 10.75, of an artist’s rendition of Roosevelt, signed in fountain pen by Roosevelt. Framed to an overall size of 9.25 x 12. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Mayflower descendant FDR sends thanks for a sketch of the famous vessel 61. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS as

president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, January 31, 1934. Letter to John Belt at the National Press Building. In part: “Thank you ever so much for your letter… relative to an oil sketch of the U. S. S. ‘Mayflower.’ I have been interested in reading what you say and am glad to have this sketch to add to my collection.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and foxing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

62. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Signed book: Looking Forward. First

edition, later printing. NY: John Day Company, 1933. Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.75, 279 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, as president, “To W. H. Strudes, with a Merry Christmas from Franklin D. Roosevelt 1933.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling to signed page. This presidential Christmas gift was presented personally (with a handshake from FDR) to roughly 100-150 members of his Executive White House staff at his first Christmas White House party in December 1933. Includes a small gold leaf with “From President’s Birthday Cake, Jan. 30/34” written on backside. Book description: G+/None. Blue cloth-covered boards with gilt lettering; moderate edgewear; spine sunned; approx. 4 inch crack in front hinge (binding still strong); one interior hinge partially cracked; light foxing to exterior and feps; rfep cut out. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

63. Franklin D. Roosevelt. ANS signed “FDR,” on a White House

card, 4 x 2.5, no date, but [October 31], 1944. Roosevelt sends birthday wishes to his personal secretary’s mother. In full: “For Alice Lee on her 62nd Birthday! Many very happy returns.” In fine condition, with rusty paperclip impression to top portion. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

64. Franklin D. Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 6, 1930. Letter addressed to Darwin P. Kingsley, president of the New York Life Insurance Company.

In part: “I have accepted the State Chairmanship in New York of the Committee which is making an appeal on behalf of the impoverished children of Porto Rico…Governor Theodore Roosevelt of Porto Rico is the Honorary Chairman of the National Committee and actively engaged in the work…over 150,000 American school children are seriously undernourished—some slowly starving…The feeding of these children is a part of the unified endeavor to raise $7,300,000 over a period of six years…The Porto Rico hurricane…destroyed crops, roads and homes, left all but destitute more children in peril of death from malnutrition and the scourge of tuberculosis than anywhere under the American flag…I am sure that we all want to help in this good work.

It will be gratifying to me if you will accept a place on the New York State Committee.” Small punch hole to top center, and several vertical creases and wrinkles along the right edge, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a TLS, signed “W. H. Woodin,” dated March 12, 1930, one page, 8.5 x 11, also addressed to Darwin P. Kingsley. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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FDR files a 1937 claim for his portion of family-owned property 65. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Notarized DS as president, two pages, 8 x 13, June 21, 1937. Headed “In the Matter of acquiring title to Public Park bounded by Congress and Myrtle Avenues and Leavitt Street in the Third Ward, Borough of Queens, City of New York.” In part, “Franklin D. Roosevelt, being duly sworn, deposes and says that he joined in the prayer for relief contained in the petition of John M. Hackett and Bankers Trust Company, Executors under the Last Will and Testament of James R. Roosevelt [FDR’s half-brother], deceased. That your deponent [FDR] has been informed that the City of New York on June 26th, 1912 acquired title to Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3 herein and made an award to an ‘Unknown Owner’ in the sum of 15,200. That your deponent has been further informed that your deponent’s father, James Roosevelt, died seized of 26 2/3% of the premises of which Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3…That your deponent has been informed that he is entitled to one-third of 26 2/3% of the awards made for Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3 herein and makes claim to the same…” In fine condition, with expected folds, with a horizontal fold through a couple letters of signature. Accompanied by a seven-page document, the Last Will and Testament of FDR’s half-brother, James R. Roosevelt. Dated November 22, 1924, it includes two Codicils dated August 10, 1926, and November 8, 1926.

There are penciled notes in an unidentified hand on the first page, one noting “JRR Died 5/7/27.” A scarce intimate family document signed by one of the world’s greatest leaders, with unique annotations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

66. Theodore Roosevelt. White

House card signed in black ink, “Theodore Roosevelt.” In fine condition, with light scattered toning and a small mounting remnant on reverse.

Accompanied by an unsigned period postcard photo of Roosevelt. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

68. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, 67. Theodore Roosevelt. Engraved portrait of the White House, 6.5 x 4.25, signed in the lower border in black ink as president, “Theodore Roosevelt, Jan. 5th, 1905.” Mounted to an off-white 10.5 x 8 sheet for display purposes. In very good condition, with light foxing and soiling, and some spreading to the ink. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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one page, 15.75 x 20.5, April 16, 1902. President Roosevelt appoints Henry D. Wilson “a Passed Assistant Surgeon in the Navy with the rank of Lieutenant.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy James Long. In very good to fine condition, with scattered toning and creasing, some light horizontal folds, mild edge curling from previous rolling, and some light foxing along top edge. The blue seal is worn and creased, but intact. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce ‘Rough Rider’ portrait inscribed to Roosevelt’s aide-de-camp 69. Theodore Roosevelt. Magnificent vintage matte-finish 5.75 x 9 Rockwood portrait of Roosevelt in his Rough Rider uniform affixed to its original Rockwood photographer’s mount to an overall size of 8 x 10, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Capt. Jas. Madison Andrews ADC, from Theodore Roosevelt, Col. 1st USV Cavalry.” In very good condition, with scattered marks to the finish, slight silvering to dark areas of the image, and the signature and inscription showing a somewhat light appearance due to the nature of the ink. The portrait exhibits amazing detail—from the creases in Roosevelt’s gloves, to his buttons and collar, down to the buckle on his belt! Andrews had been a cavalry lieutenant in the early 1890s, serving in the Sioux campaign and Spanish-American War, and later became Roosevelt’s aide-de-camp. Historically significant and one of Roosevelt’s most famous photos. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

70. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one

page, 14.5 x 17, July 24, 1906. President Roosevelt appoints John M. Enochs “a Lieutenant in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by acting Secretary of the Navy Truman Newberry. Intersecting folds, scattered moderate toning, a few small holes to upper left corner, and a bit of light soiling and wrinkling, otherwise very good condition. The blue seal remains bright and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

71. William H. Taft. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “W. H. Taft,” one page, 22.5 x 19, May 31, 1909. President Taft appoints Samuel T. Lee as “Consul of the United States of America at San Jose, Costa Rica,” signed at the conclusion by Taft and countersigned by Secretary of State Philander C. Knox. Complete embossed presidential seal is affixed to the left side, and a red Costa Rican seal is affixed to the bottom. In very good condition, with heavy storage folds, scattered creases with moderate creasing to the lower right border, and some staining to the upper left. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Truman prepares for the first visit of the controversial Shah of Iran

72. William H. Taft.

TLS as president signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, April 3, 1912.

Letter to Frank B. Noyes of the Evening Star. In full: “Thank you for reminding me about Mr. Phillips. I shall have Mr. Hilles again take it up with Mr. McKinley.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold slightly affecting the bottom of the signature and slight rippling to the right edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

73. William H. Taft. Ink signature and inscription, “For Miss Notoria Allen a fellow student of mine and an apt one in Federal constitutional law with my best wishes for her professional success and with confidence that she will make her opponents as counsel look to their laurels in the honorable strifes in aid of justice. Wm. H. Taft, Feby 7th 1920, Yale Law School, New Haven Conn.,” on a light brown 6 x 9.25 sheet, possibly a removed book page. In fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

75. Harry S. Truman. Typed memo-

randum, signed as president, “H.S.T.,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, November 10, 1949. Titled “Memorandum for: Acting Secretary of State From: The President,” sent to James E. Webb. In full: “Thanks for the background memoranda on the visit of His Imperial Majesty, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, Shahanshah of Iran. I appreciated your thoughtfulness in sending it to me very much.” In fine condition, with an Undersecretary office stamp to upper right. On November 16, 1949, President Truman greeted Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the Shah of Iran, on his first visit to the United States. The Shah was given a 21-gun salute and full military honors. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Col. Taylor requests writing supplies in preparation for a court martial 74. Zachary Taylor. Manuscript DS, signed “Z. Taylor, Col., 1st Regt. U.S. Inf Comdr,” one page, 8 x 9.75, December 1832. Request for stationery and writing supplies at Fort Crawford. In part: “Requisition for Stationery for the use of a Regimental Court Martial convened at Fort Crawford December 1832— 2.

Two quires writing paper, 18. Eighteen Quills, 24. Twenty four wafers—The Capt. Quarter Master, Lt. B. W. Stockton will issue agreeably to the above requisition,” signed by Taylor with his rank and title. Below, a 1st Infantry lieutenant confirms receipt of the order on December 8, 1832. In fine condition, with a bit of mild toning and light show-through from docketing on reverse.

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

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79. Harry S. Truman.

76. Harry S. Truman. White House

card, 4 x 2.5, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Best wishes to Butchie Strouk, Harry Truman, Dec. 2, 1952.” A couple spots of slight soiling, circular stain to the lower left corner, and tape remnants to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving of Truman. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

77. Harry S. Truman.

Outstanding vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Truman at his desk, signed and inscribed in white ink “Best wishes to Henry McElroy, Harry S. Truman.” In very good condition, with trivial corner tip creasing, a tear to the left border, slight rippling to the top edge, some silvering to dark areas of the image, and an area of stray red ink to the lower right. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

78. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 6.25 x 8, personal letterhead, January 10, 1964. Brief response to an autograph request. In part: “The autograph you requested is the signature to this letter.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Truman to an overall size of of 17 x 12.5. In fine condition, with a small area of soiling to the upper part of the letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Vintage matte-finish 10.75 x 12.75 photo of Truman’s official White House portrait, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Kindest regards, Harry S. Truman.” In very good condition, with moderate scattered creases to the borders, a slight tear to the top edge, some silvering to the image, and two labels affixed below the image, possibly covering up an inscription. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

80. Harry S. Truman. Bank

check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Truman, “Harry S. Truman,” payable to Harold Makin for $3.75, August 4, 1925. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, expected cancellation holes, light toning and dings to the bottom edge, pencil bank notation, and moderate show-through from cancellation stamp to the reverse, affecting part of the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

81. Harry S. Truman. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Tru-

man smiling broadly as he takes the wheel of his new convertible club coupe, with Secretary of the Treasury John W. Snyder; Stanley Woodward, Rear Admiral James H. Foskett, and Major General Harry H. Vaughan, also in the car, signed in the lower border in black ink by Truman. Matted to an overall size of 10.5 x 9.25. In fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Desirable post-surrender proclamation presented to Truman’s cousin, a commanding WWII general 82. Harry S. Truman. Impressive printed proclamation, one page, 13.75 x 17.75, May 8, 1945. A decorative calligraphic proclamation, issued the day following the German surrender, of a day of prayer to be celebrated on May 13, 1945. Full transcription of Proclamation available online. Inscribed to Truman’s cousin at the conclusion in an unknown hand, “Presented to Major General Ralph E. Truman by the President of the United States, January 1946,” and signed as president, “Harry S. Truman.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 26.75. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning.

On Tuesday, May 8, 1945, recently appointed President Truman held a press conference in the Oval Office to announce Germany’s surrender in World War II. Before an audience of his cabinet, U.S. and British military officials, and congressional leaders, he delivered this proclamation and declared May 13th, 1945, a day of prayer. Offering gratitude to the nearly two billion who served, and remembering the 60-plus million who lost their lives, Truman proudly declared, “United, the peace-loving nations have demonstrated in the West that their arms are stronger by far than the might of the dictators or the tyranny of military cliques that once called us soft and weak.” A beautiful proclamation from this hard-won day of celebration, commemorating victory in Europe and bringing one of the darkest periods of modern history to a close with the added importance of its being presented to his cousin Ralph E. Truman, who was a Commanding General, 35th Division, 1938-1942. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

83. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, February 9, 1966.

Letter to John W. Snyder. In part: “It was certainly good to see you at the Inauguration of the Peace Center and I was delighted that you could be there.

I don’t know what the Nobel matter will amount to. I will be pleased, of course, if it works out in my favor.” In fine condition, with a couple rusty paperclip marks to top left. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope paper clipped to the letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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84. Harry S. Truman. Typed

memo, signed as president, “ H . S . T. , ” o n e page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, January 15, 1950. Memo to the secretary of the treasury reads, in full: “Attached is a letter from John T. McKenna of St. Louis. I don’t know whether it is of any value or not. I am turning it over to you for whatever it is worth.” In fine condition, with a bit of trivial edge toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Truman battles McCarthyism and the Red Scare

85. Harry S. Truman. Typed memorandum, signed as president, one page, 8 x 10.5,

White House letterhead, no date. Headed at the top, “Memorandum for The Secretary of the Treasury; From The President.” In full: “Attached is a copy of a telegram from William Benton which calls attention to certain facts in the report of the Senate Subcommittee on Senator McCarthy. I believe this telegram should be considered in connection with the investigation by your Department of the matters discussed in the Subcommittee’s report.” Vertical creasing and light toning to right side, lightly affecting last few letters of signature, otherwise fine condition. Benton, a Connecticut senator, introduced ten ‘case studies’ supporting his resolution to expel McCarthy from the Senate, including a suspicious $10,000 fee from the Lustron Corporation and various income tax irregularities.

Benton’s telegram to Truman undoubtedly was sent before he introduced his case studies, which would interest the Treasury Department. The Gillette Committee eventually voted unanimously to investigate Benton’s accusations. An intriguing memo in the midst of the ‘Red Scare.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Truman grapples with the complexity of international economics, encouraging input from Secretary of the Treasury John W. Snyder 86. Harry S. Truman. Typed memo, signed as president, “H. S. T.,” one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, September 28, 1949. Memo to Secretary of the Treasury [John W. Snyder] reads, “I am attaching copy of letter from Congressman Philip J. Philbin, together with copy of my reply. If there are any further suggestions you think should be made to the gentleman I shall be glad to make them.” In fine condition, with a couple pencil notations and some mild toning.

Several additional papers are staples to the memo, including a copy of the two-page memo sent to Truman from Philbin, which begins “I am constrained in view of devaluation of sterling bloc currencies most respectfully to present the following views for your consideration and possible action. The devaluation of the pound, affecting as it does not only the value of British currency but the value of currency in all sterling bloc countries, is an epochal economic event which in its first impact has severely shaken the economic stability of most of the nations involved.” Also included is an unsigned copy of Truman’s response to Philbin which reads, in part: “I am glad to have your suggestions. Studies have been going on over the past three months with regard to the sterling bloc situation and the conversations and studies will continue indefinitely until some proper solution is found for the situation.” Another unsigned memo from George Marshall, dated May 20, 1948, which reads at the conclusion, “Roosevelt had a very clear conception of it when he said the Chiefs of Staff would show us how to win the war and what would be needed to keep the peace but that the governments themselves would have to find a way of providing a method whereby the people could make their living in peace.”

With increased speculative pressure on the pound sterling, the U.K. government finally sought approval for a 31% devaluation in September of 1949 to help realign it with the dollar. A highly contentious decision, the approval did cause an instant rise in the cost of living and essential imports, but it also set the basis for an increase in Britain’s competitiveness. Immediately following the U.K., a total of nineteen countries in the sterling bloc and Western Europe made major devaluations, shifting the entire international economy. Acknowledging the complexity of the situation but offering no solid solution to an issue far beyond his reach, Truman replies with the best answer possible: “the conversations and studies will continue indefinitely until some proper solution is found for the situation.” Forwarding the correspondence to Secretary of the Treasury John W. Snyder, a man much better versed in the topic at hand, he remains open to suggestions for further response. An interesting look at one of the many complex issues that fell in the lap of America’s 33rd president, appropriately delegated to his ready and able secretary.

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88. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, County Court Jackson County, Missouri letterhead, September 9, 1932. Letter to John W. Snyder. In part: “I received a letter from Eddie McKim…I had planned on coming to Sedalia Saturday evening but apparently he won’t get there until Monday and I have a Court session Monday which is of such importance that it will be impossible for me to leave on that day…I also received notification this morning that the 35th Division will have a reunion in Sedalia.” Horizontal mailing fold through signature, a few creases and wrinkles, and two sets of punch holes and pencil notation to top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

87. Harry S. Truman.

TLS signed “Harry,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 20, 1961. Letter to John W. Snyder. In part: “We had a tremendous meeting. I gave them all a chance to ask all the questions they wanted to and I finally wound up receiving from them a $5,000.00 contribution to the Library Educational Fund.” In fine condition, with a light paperclip mark to top left. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

A former president writes a future secretary of war about Iowa land 89. John Tyler. ALS, one page both sides,

8 x 10, July 8, 1856. Letter to attorney William Belknap. In full: “Your letter of the 26 June is before me and while I regret the failure so far, To locate my land warrant, yet I duly estimate the kind motives which led to its retention. I can only say that I shall be satisfied to learn Its deposition to your own judgment. If you think it best to retain it until your land offices are again open, do so, or if you conclude that It had better be at once located in Min[n]esota or elsewhere, then I have to ask you to do me the favor to forward it for me to some reliable person Who will undertake the task. You must know my D[ea]r Sir that I have thrown it out upon the water as a sort of waif under the hope rather than the expectation, that it might settle down where those who are to come after me may find it of some value. Convinced of your desire in this respect, to advance my wishes, I am quite unwilling to substitute any other for yourself. Be pleased therefore to act in my case as you would in your own, and either retain the warrant for a future day in Iowa, or forward it to some person elsewhere on whom you can rely.”

Second integral page bears a hand-addressed and free franked panel, addressed in Tyler’s hand to “Wm. W. Belknap, Esq., Attorney at law, Keokuk, Iowa,” stamped “Free” in the upper right, and franked, “J. Tyler.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered toning and soiling, a bit heavier along folds, and moderate soiling to address panel, otherwise fine condition.

Belknap, an army general and government administrator, was admitted to the bar in 1851, after which he moved to Keokuk and began practicing law. A year after receiving Tyler’s letter, he served a single term in the Iowa House of Representatives and would later serve as secretary of war under Ulysses S. Grant. Belknap holds the distinction of being the only Cabinet member to be impeached—for accepting bribes in exchange for political appointments. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $300)

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90. John Tyler. Free franked 4.25 x 2.5 mailing envelope, addressed in another hand to “Miss Rebecca Jones,” in Richmond, Virginia, franked in the upper right, “J. Tyler,” enclosing a partly cross-written ALS from his daughter-in-law, Nannie Bridges Tyler, two pages on both sides, 4.5 x 7, dated April 9, 1861. Nannie writes to a friend, Rebecca Jones, in Richmond. In part: “Three of the children here have measles and two of the colored people, so that I am daily dreading Martha’s breaking out with it, before I can get away…. That is going on more now in Richmond. The legislature has adjourned, and it is thought the Convention will, soon; and what will Virginia do? I wonder! We are in a terrible fix I think. One thing that has caused me to think of you, in a few days past is that I have been reading work on Spiritualism. Don’t you remember my alarm at your communications.

Certainly there are wonderful things told—wonderful revelations made, but I am skeptical. God’s word is sufficient.” In fine condition, with a few tiny opening tears, early ink annotation, and a subtle touch of soiling to envelope, none of the above affecting the clear, dark signature.

The envelope bears a steamship postmark of April 13, one day following Beauregard’s attack against Fort Sumter—the opening salvo of what would prove to be the bloodiest war in American history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

91. Martin Van Buren. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 10.25 x 8, January 2, 1839. Van Buren appoints Bayse N. Westcott “a Midshipman in the Navy of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Van Buren and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy James Pauling. In good condition, with moderate intersecting folds, a couple lightly affecting signature, scattered toning, soiling, and wrinkling, and Van Buren’s signature a bit light, but still legible. The seal is missing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

92. Edith Bolling Wilson.

White House card, 4.25 x 2.75, boldly signed at the top in black ink, “Edith Bolling Wilson.”

Staple holes to the center and some tape remnants to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

93. Edith Bolling Wilson. Scarce vintage 7.25 x 9.25 matte-finish photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Dr. Sterling Ruffin, with the warm regards of Edith Bolling Wilson 1919”; and a TLS, one page, 5.25 x 6.75, White House letterhead, March 31, 1920. Letter to Mrs. Colby, presumably the wife of Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby, extending a lunch invitation. In part: “Now that the President is better it will be delightful to get our ‘official family’ together again, so I am asking all of the ladies of the Cabinet.” Moderate silvering and trimmed edges to photo, as well as Wilson writing over her last name again, and some mild toning to letter, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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94. Woodrow Wilson. TLS

as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, March 27, 1916. Letter to Reverend Paul Hickok. In full: “I have your letter of March twenty-fourth enclosing Mr. Hutchins’ telegram. I wish very sincerely that it were possible to arrange for Mrs. Wilson and me to hear the Glee Club of Wooster College, but I know you will understand when I say that our calendar has become so crowded recently that it is literally impossible for us to find time for this. Will you not be kind enough to express to Mr. Hutchins and all concerned our warm appreciation and sincere regret?” In very good to fine condition, with a faint block of toning over the text and signature from previous display, a surface impression to the upper right corner, some light scattered soiling, and the signature a shade light. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

97. Woodrow Wilson. Vintage 5.25 x 3.25 postcard photo of Wilson at his desk in the White House, signed as president on the reverse in black ink, “Woodrow Wilson, 23 Aug. 1918.” A few light areas of soiling and heavy silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

98. Woodrow Wilson. Distinguished

vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 10 Harris and Ewing photo, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 15.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

95. Woodrow Wilson. DS as

president, one page, 18 x 14, January 12, 1915.

President Wilson appoints Maude Richer as Postmaster of Audubon, New Jersey.

Signed at the conclusion by Wilson and countersigned by Postmaster General Albert S. Burton. A large gold foil Post Office Department seal is affixed to the lower left. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, toning to the edges, and a few tears and chips to the upper border. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

96. Woodrow Wilson. TLS, one page, 6 x 8.25, Princeton University letterhead, February 23, 1909. Letter to Charles Robert Bangs. In part: “It would be very pleasant indeed if I could dine with the alumni of the Phillips Exeter Academy on March 30th, but unhappily I am held fast by previous engagements from which it is not possible for me to break away.”

Light scattered creases and toning, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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99. Woodrow Wilson.

Partly-printed vellum DS, one page, 15.25 x 18.75, January 13, 1917. President Wilson appoints Howard L. Landers as “Captain of Field Artillery, by transfer from the Coast Artillery Corps.” Signed at the conclusion by Wilson and countersigned by Secretary of War Newton D. Baker. Also signed in the upper left by Adjutant General Henry Pinckney McCain, Senator John McCain’s uncle. Complete blue War Office seal affixed to the lower left. In very good to fine condition, with light storage folds and scattered creases, some foxing and soiling to the lower portion of the document, and the end of the signature light but legible. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

100. George Bush

101. George Bush

102. George W. Bush

103. George W. Bush

104. Jimmy Carter

105. Jimmy Carter

106. Bill Clinton and Magic Johnson

107. Bill Clinton

110. First Ladies

111. First Ladies

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108. Bill Clinton MB $150

109. Hillary and Chelsea Clinton

112. Gerald Ford

113. Gerald and Betty Ford

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114. Nixon, Carter, Bush MB $150

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115. Nixon, Carter, Bush

116. Richard Nixon

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119. Richard Nixon

117. Richard Nixon

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notables Scarce signature of the 19-year old future Emperor 142.

Akihito.

“I could not approach Sir Winston on your behalf...he would be as much bothered as ever” 145. Clement Attlee. British

Emperor of Japan (born 1933) from 1989 to the present. Scarce early vintage ballpoint signature, “Akihito 21.6.53,” on an off-white 6.25 x 9.5 album page, with a couple collector’s pencil notations to page. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

143. Walter Annenberg. TLS,

one page, 6 x 9.5, Philadelphia Inquirer letterhead, January 29, 1960. Letter to Berne S. Jacobsen.

In full: “Thank you for your letter of January 27th, and the invitation to attend the White House Conference on Children and Youth, March 2nd to April 2nd. I will be in Europe on those dates, and regret therefore that I cannot participate in this meritorious endeavor.” In fine condition, with scattered creases and a red ink “no” notation to the left side. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

politician (1883– 1967) who served as prime minister from 1945 to 1951. TLS signed “Attlee,” one page, 8 x 5, personal letterhead, February 21, 1957. Letter to an autograph collector. In part: “I could not approach Sir Winston on your behalf. It is obvious that he is overwhelmed with requests of this sort and it would not be fair for me to approach him. You see if all his friends did this, he would be as much bothered as ever. However I will look through my papers when I have time and see if I can find a signature to an unimportant letter to send you. Do you want previous Prime Ministers? I dare say I could find you a Neville Chamberlain and a Ramsay MacDonald?”

In very good condition, with three vertical folds, one passing through a single letter of the signature, creasing to the right border, and some show-through from a cardstock backing affixed to the left half of the reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

146. P. T. Barnum.

Handwritten museum pass, 5 x 2.5, filled out and signed in pencil by Barnum, “Museum, Admit Two (2), including Private Box, P. T. Barnum.” Intersecting folds and scattered creases affecting the signature, scattered toning and soiling, and heavy paper loss to upper right, otherwise very good condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce and hefty $550 manuscript check from the Astor patriarch 144. John Jacob Astor. Patriarch of the fabled Astor family (1763–1848) of American businessmen, who, through lucrative dealings in fur, real estate, and opium, became the first millionaire in the United States. Manuscript check, 8 x 3, written out in another hand, and reading “Cashier of the Bank of Philadelphia Pay to the order of W. Benjamin Wilson Five hundred and fifty dollars,” signed

by Astor and dated December 30, 1816. Vertical folds, a few through signature, scattered creases, a few edge tears and chips, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise very good condition.

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147. Stephen F. Austin. American pioneer

(1793–1836), known as the ‘Father of Texas,’ who colonized the former Mexican lands that would become the Lone Star State. Between 1822 and 1830 Austin presented Texan demands for autonomy to the Mexican government. Negotiations proved difficult, and the Mexicans went so far as to imprison Austin. The settlers eventually decided not to comply, which led to wars and, ultimately, the infamous slaughter at the Alamo in 1836. Endorsement, signed “S. F. Austin,” on the reverse of a 6.25 x 3.25 manuscript promissory note, dated March 19, 1825. Note reads, “On demand I promise to pay Stephen F. Austin or bearer Three dollars and fifty cents value received,” and signed at the bottom by Thomas Alilury. Endorsed on the reverse, “Pay to G. Tennell, S. F. Austin.” In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, several tape repairs to folds and edges, paper loss to one corner, and moderate overall toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

148. Stephen F. Austin. Manuscript DS, signed “S. F. Austin,” one page, 7.75 x 2, April 2, 1829. Pay order reads, “Due Richardson and Davis Twenty eight dollars and fifty cents for value rec’d.” Signed at the conclusion by Austin. Old tape repairs to central vertical fold and edges, some over portions of text, paper loss along top edge, intersecting folds, and scattered creases and toning, otherwise good condition.

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

149. Fulgencio Batista. Leader of Cuba

(1901–1973) who was in office from 1940 to 1944 and from 1952 to 1959, at which time he was overthrown by Fidel Castro.

LS in Spanish, one page, 10.5 x 14, July 15, 1942.

Letter to Rafael Trujillo Molina, President of the Dominican Republic. In part (translated): “I have the honor of informing Your Majesty that…doctor Alberto Diaz Pardo is discontinuing the duties…he has performed for the Dominican government in the capacity of Extraordinary Ambassador and Minister Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cuba. It pleases me to believe that…doctor Diaz Pardo improved the friendly relations that happily exist between our two countries.” Signed at the conclusion by Batista and countersigned by Foreign Minister Jose M. Cortina. In very good condition, with two horizontal folds with slight separations, scattered toning, soiling, and creasing, and multiple staple holes to the left and top borders. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

150. Dan Beard. TLS signed “‘Uncle’ Dan Beard,” one page, 7.5 x 10.25, personal letterhead, April 3, 1940. Brief response to an admirer. In part: “Anybody who would take the trouble to so thoroughly post himself on my life and doings does most certainly deserve my autograph.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds passing through the signature and multiple rusty paperclip marks and impressions to the borders. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 151. Menachim Begin. TLS

in Hebrew, signed “M. Begin,” one page, 6.5 x 8.25, Knesset letterhead, 1975. Letter regarding Zionist propaganda abroad and the homecoming of Jews to Israel. In fine condition, with a single horizontal and vertical mailing fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Also included is a calligraphed formal Shana Tova card of Menachem and Aliza Begin and 10 color candid photos, 4.75 x 3, of Begin’s 1977 visit to Tanenbaum Center. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Bell remains noncommittal to his former personal secretary as he plans a trip through Canada

152. Alexander Graham Bell. TLS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 7, black-bordered Twin Oaks letterhead, April 18, 1910. Letter to Arthur McCurdy, Bell’s former private secretary. In part: “Don’t rely upon anything more than this. If we can manage to get to British Columbia in time to spend a day or two with you we shall do so, but it would never do for us to make any engagements, and it would not be right to you to have you make arrangements for social functions and things of that sort.

I should be glad to have the opportunity of paying my respects to the Governor, but cannot arrange for any social functions.” In fine condition, with a crease to top right corner tips, and a small chip to edge of second page. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

153. Camillo Benso Count of Cavour. ALS in Italian, signed “C.

Cavour,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, May 5, no year. Translated in full: “The undersigned requests the head of the Livorno Station to convey as soon as possible the enclosed documents to the Minister of the Interior.” In very good to fine condition, with moderate scattered creases, light uniform toning, and a few spots of soiling.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

154. Otto von Bismarck. Scarce original

2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of the seated Bismark, signed along the bottom in black ink. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks to image and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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155. Joseph Bonaparte. Older brother of Napoleon; King of Spain (1808–1813) and of Naples (1806–1808). ALS in French, signed “Buonaparte,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 10, July 8, 1795. Letter to Citizen Rey, Commissioner of War, Marseilles. A humble request for a replacement to a passport lost in Marseilles due to “an unavoidable accident.” Buonaparte desires two copies of the passport to be given to his brother-in-law as “neither the sea nor the land is safe.”

Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand with remnants of the embossed seal. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered creases and wrinkles, paper loss to second page from wax seal, and scattered toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

“Do ask yourself, dear Mr. Rang: Would Florens Christian have wished this execution of his ‘legacy’ which you are about to commit?”

156. Martin Buber. German Jewish philosopher and writer (1878– 1965) who evolved a philosophy inspired by study of Hasidism and based on the encounter of man with nature, man, and God. ALS in German, two onionskin pages, 8 x 10, Jerusalem, June 23, 1949. Letter to the son of theologian Florens Christian Rang. In part (translated): “A real interpretation cannot be rewritten without spilling its life blood. But you were not content with this mere ‘updating.’ By cutting it up into pieces that can be integrated into a dialogue, you have undone the spiritually strict composition. I understand very well that you have done so for the sake of the dialogue and that you intended the dialogue to tell ‘The Truth’…However, that would have been done more legitimately if you had reproduced the linguistic work…one of the most unique prose works of our age, word for word in its unadulterated context and merely let your objections…be added afterwards. Do ask yourself, dear Mr. Rang: Would Florens Christian have wished this execution of his ‘legacy’ which you are about to commit? ‘In obligation to his last will’ you say, but what does that signify?…If you do accept it, you have to fulfill his will to its letter and spirit.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one fold passing through a single letter of the signature, trivial creases and soiling, and a pencil notation to the upper right corner of each page. An impassioned letter in which Buber comes to the defense of his influential philosophical mentor. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

157. Ferdinand Buisson. French academic and liberal politician (1841–1932) who helped build the modern French education system, and shared the 1927 Nobel Peace Prize with Ludwig Quidde. Rare ALS in French, 4 x 5.5, Chambre des Deputes letterhead, no date. Untranslated political letter in French, to Prime Minster Édouard Herriot. In fine condition, with a crease to the lower right corner, diagonal crease to the top, and some light scattered soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

158. Aaron Burr. Manuscript DS, signed “A. Burr,” seven

pages on four sheets, 7.75 x 12.5, September 22, 1824. A lengthy legal document concerning the case of Rachel Eden [Oratrix], v. Stephen Waring. Addressing the “Honorable the Circuit Court of the United States for the Southern District of New York Humbly complaining sheweth unto your Honor your Oratrix Racel Eden of the City of New York…that [her husband] Medcef Eden the younger …deceased being Entitled in fee simple under the will of his father Medcef Eden the Elder to certain real Estate situate in the City of New York & Elsewhere: And doubts having arisen as to the construction of the said will as to the right of the said Medcef Eden the Younger to the said real property thereunder.” The lands in question included “numbers 38 & 40 situate on Gold Street.”

According to the document, tenant and pretend owner Gideon Kimberly, sold the property to a Stephen Waring for $7,000, and Burr, acting in behalf of the Oratrix Rachael Eden, asks the court for a Writ of Subpoena, “Please your Honor to grant unto your Oratrix the Peoples most gracious writ of Subpoena to be directed to the said Stephen Waring and the rest of the confederates when discovered thereby commanding them at a certain day &…there to answer the premises and to Stand to & abide such order decree.” The document, completed in a secretarial hand includes several minor corrections in Burr’s hand. Tape reinforcement to weak and partially separated horizontal folds, mild overall toning, a few chips to edges, last page shorter than first three, and pinholes to top edge, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extensive archive outlining sold personal effects, Sheriff’s testimony, and the “Burrial Exspences of Joe Walker and Butch Cassiday”—with an intriguing backstory!

161. Butch Cassidy. Remarkable one-of-a-kind archive of nine

documents relating to the reputed killing of Butch Cassidy and ‘Wild Bunch’ desperado Joe Walker. Items include (with grammar and spelling retained): Manuscript document, two pages, 8.25 x 11, County of Carbon letterhead. “For Burial Espencies of Joe Walker Butch Cassida (Elias) Roy Parker Tom Gilis. The following Property Sold on the 24th May 1898 at Price Utah.” Over 20 items, with price and name of buyer, including pistols, a gun, boots, blankets, seven horses, saddle, and spurs.

Seventh Judicial District Court, Carbon County, Price, Utah, letterhead, one page, both sides, 8 x 10.75. “Burrial Exspences of Joe Walker and Butch Cassiday Elias Parker Tom Gilis. May 14 & 15 1898.” List of expenses, with cost and name of person paid.

Manuscript document, in pencil, one page, 8.25 x 11, County of Carbon letterhead, headed “Burrial Exspences of Joe Walker and Butch Cassidy.” Price, Utah, May 14 and 15, 1898. Clear listing of the information on the preceding page, including cost of items purchased (including “washing 2 bodies…Digging graves…halling Bodies to place of Burial…

Digging up Body for identification…”)

Manuscript document, in ink and pencil, one page, 8.25 x 11. County of Carbon letterhead, 1898. In full: “We the undersigned certify we have received the ammounts set opisite the names in the Burial expences and delivering Property of Joe Walker and Butch Cassidy.” Signed at 38 | November 14, 2012 | NOTABLES

the conclusion by 12 individuals, including some who were members of Sheriff Allred’s posse.

Manuscript document, in pencil, one page, 8 x 11, Seventh Judicial District Court, Carbon County, Price, Utah, letterhead. “Inquest held on Dead Robbers.” Four named men “Sworn and testified…All Testified on information and belief that one was the body of the man that held up Paymaster Carpenter…John Bryner was sworn and testified that one was the body of Joe Walker and the other was one of the men that committed the Castle Gate Robbery. Sheriff Allred sworn and testified.”

In overall very good condition.

In April of 1897, Butch Cassidy, Joe Walker, and Elzy Lay stole $7,000 in gold from the Pleasant Valley Coal Company at Castle Gate, Utah, sparking a serious manhunt for the gang. When Carbon County Sheriff C. W. Allred’s posse found what they believed to be the fugitives’ camp on May 13th, they opened fire, killing two men inside. They identified one body as Joe Walker and the other as Butch Cassidy. As newspapers announced the death of the outlaw, a Wyoming sheriff who had held Cassidy in his jail for three months arrived in Utah only to identify the body as Bob Culp, a minor cattle thief. Rumors flew that Cassidy, entertained by the whole affair, watched his own funeral from afar, having yet again outsmarted the authorities. Containing several documents from the mistaken killing, with the victim still believed to be Cassidy, this archive highlights a captivating tale from the famous outlaw’s career.RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

160. Alexis Carrel. French sur-

geon and biologist (1873–1944) who won the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1912. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 6.75, Rockefeller Institute letterhead, no date.

Letter in French to a lady. In part (translated): “I will be delighted to dine with you and the Duke of Richelieu tomorrow.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

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162. Robert Cecil. TLS, one

page, 8 x 10.25, November 17, 1922. Letter to a gentleman declining an invitation. In part: “I have had to make it a rule wherever possible, to keep my Sundays free from public engagements.” In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, heavy foxing to the upper right, some soiling to the left border, and a pencil notation to the upper border. RRAuction COA.…

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Fantastic autograph book: Gershwin writes out ‘Rhapsody in Blue,’ his brother sketches a self-portrait, Coolidge sends a letter, George Eastman signs in full and the list goes on 163. Celebrities. In-

credible autograph book, 10.5 x 14, 56 pages, with a number of signatures of celebrities inside, many inscribed to ‘Roxy.’ Of particular note is a page with an AMQS of the first few bars of ‘Rhapsody in Blue,’ titled by Gershwin and signed and inscribed “To Roxy—what a man!

George Gershwin, Apr. 25, 1930,” and below, his brother draws a quick selfportrait sketch of himself bowing, signed “I bow to Roxy—Ira Gershwin, 4/25/30.” Feodor Chaliapin has also drawn a self-portrait of himself singing, signing “F. Chaliapin,” with a brief AMQS below.

Original signed sketches also come from cartoonists George McManus, Ernie Bushmiller, Milt Gross, and Harry Hershfield.

Other signers include: Jack Dempsey, Douglas Fairbanks, Sr., Richard Byrd, Norma Shearer, Irving Thalberg, Max Reinhardt, Grantland Rice, Charles G. Dawes, George Eastman (the only full signature we have seen), Jimmy Doolittle, Louella Parsons, Arturo Toscanini, Victor McLaglen, James J. Walker, John Philip Sousa, Irwin S. Cobb, Fannie Hurst, Ingrid Bergman, and Joan Crawford. Also affixed is a TLS from Calvin Coolidge, expressing thanks for a Christmas gift. Also of interest are two unsigned ‘radiograms’ affixed within the book, sent by Richard Byrd from his Antarctic base, ‘Little America.’ Many friends and military acquaintances have also signed the book. Covers are no longer present and many pages have separated from the binding, but individual pages remain unharmed but for expected light toning and soiling. With music, literary, political, and entertainment icons, this book offers an incredibly wide range of celebrities—a fantastic picture of American culture as the ‘roaring twenties’ came to a close. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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Uncommon and dignified portrait of the Blackfoot chief 164. Chief Eagle Calf. Rare vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo by noted

Glacier National Park photographer T. J. Hileman, signed in the lower border in black ink with the chief’s three-character pictogram of a man, a majestic eagle and a calf. In fine condition, with some scattered light silvering to dark areas of image. In the 1920s, when access to Glacier National Park was primarily by train, a group of Blackfeet Indian “chiefs” would greet new arrivals and offer to sell photographic postcards of themselves. “Chief” Eagle Calf (John Ground) was part of this group. The postcards sold for a nominal price and could be autographed for an additional cost, which was the case with this card. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

165. Clementine Churchill.

ANS signed “Clementine S. Churchill,” one page on a 7.25 x 5.5 greeting card featuring Winston Churchill’s painting entitled ‘Torcello,’ no date. Brief letter extending Christmas greetings. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I take it as a great honour that my book ‘The World Crisis’ should be adopted as a text-book at Sandhurst where I was a cadet” 166. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “Yours sincerely, Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 8 x 10, Chartwell letterhead, June 30, 1932.

Letter, with Churchill‘s handwritten greeting, to “Dear Sir Tresham Lever.” In full: “I take it as a great honour that my book ‘The World Crisis’ should be adopted as a text-book at Sandhurst where I was a cadet, and I will certainly agree to the scheme you put before me.

I do not think I need to read the book through, as I have no doubt the extracts will have been made to give a fair representation of the story.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, office stamp next to signature, two punch holes to left edge and some scattered wrinkling and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Young Churchill defends his verbosity to a fellow writer: “Please remember that it is a stupid world we live in and one that likes the pill of instruction not only gilded, but plentifully surrounded with jam” 167. Winston Churchill. ALS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, November 28, (1898).

Letter to “Blakeney.” In part: “I send you herewith part of the chapter on Railways which I have roughed out since I saw you….I have sacrificed much of your conciseness to increasing the obvious force of the argument. But your ideas are as you see the backbone of the whole discussion…You must be tolerant of what you are pleased to call my ‘padding.’…Please remember that it is a stupid world we live in and one that likes the pill of instruction not only gilded, but plentifully surrounded with jam.…I go to India Friday, but I want very much to see you before then and to have a talk about the rest of the M.S.” With a postscript signed “W. S. C.” Two vertical folds, one passing through a single letter of the signature, light scattered toning and soiling, and a rusty paperclip mark to the first page, otherwise fine condition.

In 1896, the British government began the ‘truly imperial project’ of building a 660-mile railway connecting the interiors of Uganda and Kenya to the Indian Ocean, opening up access to previously remote areas and securing British predominance upon the Upper Nile. Construction was carried out by indigenous laborers along with thousands of workers from British India, where the 22-year-old Churchill was stationed as a correspondent for the British Army. Though controversial, the railway was a huge logistical achievement and became strategically and economically vital for both Uganda and Kenya, allowing coffee and tea to be exported and encouraging colonial settlement and commerce.

In this 1898 letter to the co-author of a manuscript regarding the railway, Churchill (then stationed in Egypt, but remaining involved in Indian affairs) has presumably added great length and description, expanding upon the “backbone of the whole discussion,” set forth by Blakeney. A remarkable early correspondence from the future prime minister, showing the humor and deft use of language which became one of his most valuable skills, carrying him to the peak of success. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Days after the passing of the president, Clay knocks new president John Tyler 168. Henry Clay. ALS signed “H. Clay,” one page both sides, 8

x 10, April 22, 1841. Letter to John C. Largent, Esq. In part: “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)

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Churchill returns to Villa Politi, his World War II Italian base 169. Winston Churchill. Vintage glossy 7 x 9.25 photo of Winston and Clementine Churchill outside, signed in fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill.” Collector’s notation on the reverse reads, “April 1955 Villa Politi, Siracusa.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges, scattered creases and wrinkles, a couple trivial edge tears, and a bit of irregular ink adhesion to portions of signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 170. Georges Clemenceau. Journalist and

statesman (1841–1929) who served as Prime Minister of France during World War I. ALS signed “G. Clemenceau,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, October 19, 1926.

Letter to a general. In part: “The plain fact is that my arteries are in good order and that I have diabetes which I consider as cured by insuline [sic]. Therefore I can but thank you for your kind offer as well as your doctor friend.” A note from the general at the bottom explains that he was invited to America for free medical treatment. Intersecting folds, and light scattered creases and toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an original unsigned postcard photo of Clemenceau. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Many thanks for photographs they are splendid” 172. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. ANS signed

“W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’” one page, 4.5 x 3.25, 1904.

Brief note to a photographer. In full: “Many thanks for photographs they are splendid.” In fine condition, with trivial scattered soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned reproduction photo of Cody with Sitting Bull.

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

171. W. F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody and G. W. ‘Pawnee Bill’ Lillie. Two items: one ANS to Col. Bill Neal, signed “Your scouting Pard—of 1868, W. F. Cody,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard with an artist’s depiction of Buffalo Bill and Yellowstone Park, postmarked September 18, 1916, in full: “God bless you all”; and one ink signature, “G. W. Lillie, ‘Pawnee Bill,’” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 album page. Postcard in very good condition, with scattered creases, toning, and soiling, and some spreading to the ink; Lillie signature in fine condition, with light toning to the borders of the album page. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

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“Remain free of these heretics who are so dangerous that they have lured away many erstwhile faithful souls” 173. Father Charles E. Coughlin. Roman Catholic priest (1891–1979) and popular radio evangelist of the 1930s. He was noted for his extreme views, including his support for the pro-fascist Christian Front, and was later silenced by church authorities. TLS signed “Charles E. Coughlin,” one page, 7.25 x 10, personal letterhead, March 20, 1967. In part: “You inquire about the so-called ‘Pope Clement XV’ of Canada and his followers. I cannot caution strongly enough to remain free of these heretics who are so dangerous that they have lured away many erstwhile faithful souls.

They are taking advantage of the confusion of the times. During these days of confusion and upheaval, please keep uppermost in your mind that we must continue to take advantage of the basic spiritual doctrines of our Faith. Go to Mass as often as possible: It is still the perpetuation of Calvary’s Sacrifice. Receive the Sacraments often, particularly the Holy Eucharist. It is still the Body and Blood of Christ though we may not like some of the incidental innovations surrounding the administration of this Sacrament. Moreover, never forsake devotion to Our Blessed Mother.

If we abandon these, we are only cheating ourselves. May the Risen Savior guide you always, and may He grant to you and your loved ones the blessings of a happy and holy Eastertude!”

Intersecting folds, scattered creases, a couple light spots of toning, and a stray ink mark to the left border, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“When President Nixon refused to comply with the court order to produce the tapes, and fired me, the Americans rose up, overwhelmed him morally and politically, and forced compliance” 174. Archibald Cox. Harvard Law professor who was appointed Watergate Special Prosecutor, commissioned with investigating the Watergate scandal in 1973. When Cox insisted that the White House turn over secret tapes, President Nixon ordered him fired in what became known as the Saturday Night Massacre. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 11, personal letterhead, March 22, 2000.

Letter to a teacher. In part: “The history of Watergate carries many lessons. Surely one was the devotion of the American people to the rule of law—to the essential principle that even the highest official must be subject to law. Thus, when President Nixon refused to comply with the court order to produce the tapes, and fired me, the Americans rose up, overwhelmed him morally and politically, and forced compliance.” In fine condition, with a few mild creases. A letter with fantastic historical content from an insider during one of the largest scandals in American history. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

175. Jean le Rond d’Alembert. French

polymath (1717–1783) known for his contributions in the realms of mathematics, physics, philosophy, and music theory. ALS in French, signed “d’Alembert,” one page, 6.5 x 8.5, Paris, December 30, 1780. The great French mathematician and philosopher writes to Frederic-Samuel Osterwald, a famous Swiss printer, Director of the Typographical Society of Neufchatel, in Switzerland, to recommend a proof reader for the books he plans to print. Translated in full: “The abbott Le Senne asks me, Sir, the honour of writing to you to remind him to your kindness. He wishes you to press abbott Bellerai on the subject of the employment that has been offered to him, which is very compatible with his capacities and his willingness to work. This able man of letters is presently in a situation that renders any employment most necessary and I would wish he could establish himself in Neuchátel. If I have to print some work of mine with you, which may certainly happen shortly, he would be useful to you and to me for the correction of proofs. I have the honour to be Sir, with sincere fondness, your very humble servant D’Alembert. I have received the prospectus of your newspaper which seems very worthy and for which I wish every success.” Panel on the reverse of the second integral page is also addressed in d’Alembert’s hand. Intersecting folds slightly affecting the signature, light scattered creases, and light paper loss to second integral page from the wax seal, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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176. John W. ‘Captain Jack’ Crawford. West-

ern scout (1847–1917) during the Indian Wars who later enjoyed a career as a popular poet, playwright, short story author, and entertainer. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, gorgeously illustrated Dickson Lyceum Bureau letterhead, February 16, 1907. Partial ALS in Crawford’s hand. In part: “I have carefully figured on the Glenn proposition I cannot see my way to make the payments and I need all the territory there and more later if I could secure it for my summer camp for boys…to learn riding, shooting, camp life.” In very good condition, with some separation to mailing folds, toning and soiling to the borders, a few chips and dings to the edges, and a light erased pencil notation to the upper left. Accompanied by two secretarially signed TLSs. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

177. Clarence Darrow. Brilliant

defense attorney (1857–1938) noted for his role in the Scopes ‘Monkey’ Trial and the Leopold-Loeb thrill-killing case.

Vintage 8.5 x 11 book photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Clarence Darrow, With best wishes to his friend Donald Gallagher, Chicago, March 14th, 1929.”

Matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 16.5. In very good condition, with light scattered soiling and surface impressions, moderate foxing to the lower left, and the inscription and signature a shade light.

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

The First Lady of the Confederacy proclaims that her “husbands papers would shed a little light upon the diplomatic relations of the Confederate government” 178. Varina Davis. ALS signed “Varina Jefferson Davis,” six pages

on two sets of adjoining sheets, 4 x 6, black-bordered stationery, January 13, 1899. Letter to Dr. J. M. Callahan. In part: “Your’s has been received and I wish I could feel that an examination of my husbands papers would shed a little light upon the diplomatic relations of the Confederate government with foreign nations, but every paper Mr Davis had of much importance was seized except those which accidentally fell into the hands of an ignorant young man in Richmond who gave them out as autographs to many of his friends…It is my happiness to know that the more our Confederate archives are investigated the more hightly [sic] the character of those who were the authors of them will appear. I shall go to New Orleans in Feb or March then if I can find any one fitted for the task I will have Mr Davis’ papers indexed.

Mr Davis was greatly astonished at Mr Bigelow’s statements in the book he wrote and said the facts were most astonishingly perverted.

Col Ambrose Dudley Mann transcribed his very exact and reliable memory of our diplomatic relations with England in a kind of diary or resumé of his long and useful as well as honorable diplomatic career, and left the task of editing them to my daughter now deceased.” Davis also adds a brief postscript which reads, “It has occurred to me that if you will write to Col Palfrey of the Louisiana Hist. Soc. he can probably put you in communication with some of Duncan Kenners relations who might find his papers for you. It is worth the trial.” Scattered toning and soiling to first and last page, not affecting legibility, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unrelated black-bordered mailing envelope, postmarked May 18, 1899, addressed by Margaret Howell Davis Hayes, the sole surviving child of President and Mrs. Davis, to “Col E. Palfrey, Howard Memorial Hall, Camp Street. New Orleans,” and signed by her in the upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I shall certainly have the title ‘Daughter of the Confederacy’ placed upon my child’s tomb…the beloved of her countrymen, a citizen of the Confederacy and the daughter of its only President” 179. Varina Davis. ALS signed “Varina Jefferson Davis,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 6, black-bordered letterhead, October 23, 1898. Letter to Cora Richardson, corresponding secretary of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. In part: “I am too crushed to count my loss now, but I know that my Darling went to her God pure and holy…I shall certainly have the title ‘Daughter of the Confederacy’ placed upon my child’s tomb and also upon a bronze tablet erected to her by a citizen of New Orleans whose friendship has contributed for years to make life less bitter to me and to her in the many trials we have sustained here. It is to be next to the window erected to her father’s memory in St Paul’s Church and will be a worthy memorial of her, it is now in the process of being completed. I never thought of leaving her Confederate title off her tomb except in the event of its not being a distinctive one which it could not be if there were from time to time successive to be nominated by heated canvassers, and bickerings innumerable. Then the title would have been better at and owed entirely and she would be still the beloved of her countrymen, a citizen of the Confederacy and the daughter of its only President.”

In fine condition, with a mild shade of overall toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Davis’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

180. Ferdinand de Lesseps.

ALS in French, signed “Ferd. de Lesseps,” one page, 8.5 x 10.5, Cairo, February 14, 1863. Untranslated letter in French in which he makes recommendations concerning a trip to the canal. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold touching the end of the signature, scattered foxing and soiling, and some show-through from mounting remnants to the reverse. At the time of writing, the Suez Canal was under construction and would not open until 1869. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

182. Declaration of Independence: John Morton. An

eighteen-pence note, #30035, 3 x 3.25, dated April 3, 1772, printed by D. Hall and W. Sellers, and signed, “John Morton,” “John Sellers,” and “Cha Humphreys.” An ominous warning of “To counterfeiters Death,” is printed on the reverse. In good to very good condition, with small separations along central horizontal fold, scattered pinholes of paper loss, and light overall toning and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

181. Declaration of Independence: Charles Carroll of Carrollton. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from

Maryland (1737–1832) who was the longest-lived among his colleagues. Office of Discount and Deposit check, 6.5 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Carroll of Carrollton, “Ch. Carroll of Carrollton,” payable to Wm M Tavish for $117.57, June 1, 1830.

Two cancellation cuts to body, with old glassine on the reverse to prevent further separation, a bit of light toning, and light showthrough from notation and spots on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a 1957 Walter R. Benjamin Autographs invoice for the check for ten dollars. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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183. Declaration of Independence: Thomas McKean.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Delaware (1734–1817) who later served as a Revolutionary War officer, delegate to the Continental Congress, and Governor of Pennsylvania. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Tho M:Kean,” one page, 21 x 11.5, September 10, 1806. Land grant issued to Robert Blackwell, Alexander Baring, Henry Baring, and others for a 1099 acre tract of land called “Tallhoa.” Signed in the upper left corner

by McKean. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and some scattered light toning and creasing. The eight point embossed seal is intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

184. Declaration of Independence: Robert Morris. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution (1734–1806). Partly-printed DS, signed “Robt Morris,” one page, 9 x 8, March 31, 1792. Stock certificate issued to William Henderson for one share of the Schuylkill and Susquehanna Navigation Company, signed at the bottom by Morris as the company’s president. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered creases and wrinkles, a few edge chips, old tape to reverse, and a few spots, otherwise very good condition.

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

A nine-year-old Robert Treat Paine signs with his father 185. Declaration of Independence: Robert Treat Paine. Manuscript DS,

signed “Robert Treat Paine,” one page, 7.5 x 12, June 12, 1740. Document reads, in part: “Know all men by these pls. That we Samuel Hill of Biddeford in ye county of New York & Province of ye Massachusetts Bay in New England Gent. And Humphrey Scammon of Sd. Town & county gent, are holden and justly indebted to Thomas Paine of Boston in ye County of Suffolk merchant in the full & just sum of two thousand pounds in good bills of credit of ye Province above sd. Or current lawfull silver money to be pay’d to him & sd Paine his heirs execrs adms or assign to the which payment well & truly to be made we bind ourselves our heirs and administers joyfully & severally firmly by these . . . sealed with our seals on the eleventh day of June 1740. The condition of this bond is that if the sd Samuel Hill & Humphrey Scammon shall pay to ye sd Thomas Paine one thousand & twelve pounds three shillings & two pence in like good bills of credit or silver money or in a good wood or lumber delivered to Paine at Boston at money Pine at or before the eleventh day of June next which will be A.S. 141 with lawfull interest for the same bond shall be void otherwise it shall remain in full force.” Signed at the conclusion by Paine, and also signed by Samuel Hill, Thos. Allen, and Humphrey Scammon. Reverse bears an endorsement signed by Thomas Paine.

In good to very good condition, with professional repairs and reinforcement on reverse of horizontal fold separations, paper loss to edges, intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, show-through from docketing and endorsement on reverse, and scattered toning and soiling. Thomas Paine served as a pastor in a Weymouth church before becoming a mercantile businessman in Boston. This document undoubtedly concerns his business interests. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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186. Declaration of Independence: Benjamin Rush. Signer

of the Declaration of Independence; a physician and surgeon general of the Continental Army, he established the first free dispensary in the US. Scallop-topped vellum manuscript DS, signed twice “Benjn Rush,” one page, 28 x 16.25, March 10, 1793. Land indenture reads, in part: “Between Benjamin Rush Doctor of Physick…and Julia his Wife of the one Part and Richard Stockton Esquire Attorney and Counsellor at Law …

Witnesseth that whereas Richard Stockton Esquire…aforesaid father of the said Richard Stockton the grantee in this present Indenture, was in his life Time, seized in his Demesne as of fee, of and in a certain Tract or Parcel of Land with the Appurtenances known by the name of Mount Lucas…and being so seized the said Richard Stockton Esquire by his last Will and Testament executed in due Form of Law…with the Appurtenances to his Wife Annis Stockton for and during the Term of her Widowhood and from and after the Determination of that Estate to his Daughter the said Julia the Wife of the said Benjamin Rush to her, her heirs and assigns forever…in Consideration of the Sum of Ninety pounds…in Gold and Silver.” Signed twice at the conclusion by Rush, once by Julia Rush, and also signed “Jo. Hugg” as Master of the High Court of Chancery of New Jersey. In very good condition, with moderate storage folds, scattered creasing and wrinkling, paper loss to left edge, and some mild toning. Accompanied by a second indenture signed by Annis Stockton deeding Mount Lucas. In his 1995 reference History Comes to Life, Kenneth Rendell places Rush’s autograph material into the “rare” category among the Signers. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

189. Engelbert Dollfuss. Austrian Christian

187. Declaration of Independence: William Williams. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Connecticut (1731–1811).

Four ink signatures, “Wm Williams,” on various size slips, all clipped from larger documents. In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

188.

Social and Patriotic Front statesman (1892–1934), who was Chancellor of Austria from 1932 and right-wing dictator of Austria from 1933 until his assassination by Nazi agents. Vintage 3.25 x 5 postcard photo, signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition, with a light crease to lower left corner and mounting remnants to reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Declaration of Independence: William Williams.

Two partial self-contained ADS: one signed “Wm. Williams, Just.

Pacis.,” one page, 7.5 x 2.5, September 14, 1781. Twice-signed partial document, with four lines in Williams’s hand attesting that a gentleman appeared before him, signed at the conclusion, and also signed again on the reverse beneath three short lines of text.; and one signed “Wm. Williams, Just. Pacis.,” one page, 6 x 2.5, November 29, 1774. Williams attests that Jonathan Clark appeared before him.

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

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Heartfelt birthday card from “Diana & the boys” 190. Diana. Birthday card, mea-

suring approximately 4.5 x 7, featuring a color image of a frog playing a guitar, originally done by Gary Larson. Inside bears a short preprinted sentiment, with Diana writing, “To Mel, Wishing you a very happy birthday, from Diana & the boys.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, addressed by Diana, “To Mel,” and featuring a small pre-printed Gary Larson cartoon. A great look at Diana’s lighter side. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

191. Stephen A. Douglas.

Eminent American senator and statesman (1813–1861), dubbed the ‘Little Giant,’ perhaps best remembered for his role in the Lincoln-Douglas debates during the 1858 campaign for the Senate race in Illinois. LS signed “S. A. Douglas,” one page, lightly-lined, 6.5 x 9.5, February 12, 1852. Brief letter complying with an autograph request: “In compliance with your request, I have the plasure to furnish to you my autograph.” Letter is affixed to an identical size sheet.

In very good condition, with scattered rippling and wrinkling, spots of toning from adhesive, and ink notations near bottom. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

192. Frederick Douglass. Pre-

cise ink signature, “Frederick Douglass,” on an offwhite 4 x 3 card.

In fine condition, with small tape remnant to lower edge, and some light toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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193. Jean-Baptiste Dumas. French chemist (1800–1884) best

known for his work in determining atomic and molecular weights.

ALS in French, signed “J. Dumas,” one page, 5.25 x 8, no date.

Untranslated letter to an unidentified gentleman. Central horizontal and vertical fold, light purple pencil notations to top and bottom, small ink spot to signature, and some light toning, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Edison’s 1886 check register, with nearly two dozen entries in the inventor’s hand 194. Thomas Edison. Edison family check register, 6.25 x

3, consisting of 50 check stubs indicating the payee, date, and amount, filled out by Thomas Edison and his wife, Mina, between September and November 1886. The first 27 stubs are filled out

by Mina, including three made out to herself, signing, “Mina M. Edison.” Thomas filled out the last 23 stubs, though he does not sign any, one is made out to a “Thos.” Two interesting stubs are $25 for “flower show tickets” and $1247.35 for taxes. Accompanied by check “No. 50,” which corresponds with the last stub in the register, an Orange National Bank check, 7.75 x 3, filled out by Thomas Edison and signed by his wife, “Mina M. Edison,” payable to John S. Levis for $91.78, November 15, 1886. In very good condition, with complete separation between the check stub book and covers, rough edges to the stubs where checks were once attached, and covers torn at the right edge to shorten them. Edison had married Mina earlier that year and moved to his famous home ‘Glenmont,’ in West Orange, New Jersey. A truly unique item from the great innovator. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

196. Thomas Edison. Edison

195. Thomas Edison. Bold ink ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thomas A. Edison,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition, with mild overall toning, mounting remnants to reverse, and a rusty paperclip mark to top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Botanic Research Corporation business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Edison, “Thos. A. Edison,” payable to Francis E. Williams for $34.20, stamp-dated November 2, 1928. In very good condition, with three vertical folds, two passing through the ‘umbrella,’ expected cancellation holes, and a couple slight brushes to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

197. Thomas Edison. Two letters: ALS, signed

“E,” in pencil, one lined page, 5 x 8, no date.

Edison writes to C. W. Luhr. In full: “I have some Reproducers that the limiting pin & (drawing) holder lets weight down lower than others. Also I note that cord apparently varies in length and some diamond points when playing has the lever at a different angle than others.”; and an ANS, signed “Edison,” written at the bottom of a one-page TLS to Edison from Luhr, dated October 30, 1923, 8.5 x 11. Edison writes his response in the blank area at the bottom of the page. In full: “I will try and get one. Such things will always occur where mfrs do not check everything by Inspectors.” In very good condition, with uniform toning, some slight staining, and a corner chip to ALS, and intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, light toning, and a few small edge tears and chips to ANS. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Edison buys almost 200 acres on Dunderberg Mountain to establish an iron mine 198. Thomas Edison. ALS signed “T. A.

Edison,” one page, 5.5 x 6.5, From the Laboratory of Thomas A. Edison letterhead, May 9. Letter to Major Eaton. In full: “I am going to buy from Thos Nelson a piece of land 197 acres of Land on the Dunderberg Mountains near Peekskill—for three thousand dollar’s. Mr S O Edison will explain the matter to you—When the deed is all right & all safeguards are taken you can telephone me for the money.” Several dockets and notations in another hand are on the reverse. Intersecting folds, one in between initials, a diagonal crease to upper portion, staple holes to top left, and some scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. In 1888, Edison had created a method for using electromagnets to separate and refine iron ore. Unfortunately, the iron ore produced was lower in quality than expected, the machinery broke down often, and the fine, crushed iron was difficult to work with. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

200. Oliver Ellsworth. Manuscript DS,

signed “O. Ellsworth,” one page, 8.5 x 6, June 17, 1776. A draft ordering a payment to James Whiton “for expense of his sickness while a soldier in the Colony.”

In fine condition, with two horizontal folds, and some scattered light creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

201. Oliver Ellsworth. Revolutionary

War–dated manuscript DS, signed “O Ellsworth,” one page, 8.5 x 6, May 21, 1777. Pay order reads, in part: “Pay the Select Men of N Haven…ninety one pounds sixteen shillings & seven pence…for balance of their account for Expense of the Hospital… erected pursuant to Order of the Governor.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and slight show-through from docketing on reverse.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

202. Eugenie. Last Empress consort of the French from 1853 to 1871 as the wife of Napoleon III, Emperor of the French. Original 2.5 x 3.5 carte-de-visite photo by LeJeune, signed on the image in black ink, “Eugenie.” Trimmed bottom edge, clipped top corners, scattered light soiling to image, and staining to reverse, otherwise very good condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $200)

199. Albert Einstein. TLS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 5.5 x 6.5, The Institute for Advanced Study, School of Mathematics letterhead, March 21, 1951. Letter to Dr. Wilhelm Roth in New York. In full (translated): “Your lovely shipment from Florida has arrived here in perfect condition. I want to thank you most kindly for this special generosity, which allowed us during these dreary winter months to enjoy the sunshine of the South.” In fine condition, with repaired punch holes to left side and a couple of creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Rare letter from the physicist who split the atom 203. Enrico Fermi. Physicist (1901–1954) who became the first to split the atom and was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1938 for his developments in harnessing nuclear power. TLS in Italian, boldly signed “E. Fermi,” one page, 5.5 x 4.25, Reale Accademia d’Italia letterhead, Rome, June 27, 1934. Letter to a colleague translated in full: “I am very grateful for your flattering words about me, and your good wishes. I reciprocate them with my thanks, and best regards.” In fine condition, with light scattered foxing and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

205. Father E. J. Flanagan. TLS signed “E. J.

204. Camille Flammarion. French astronomer and author

(1842–1925) who authored several notable early science fiction novels, and several works about Spiritism. ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, Observatoire Flammarion letterhead, August 9, 1923. Letter to Walter Franklin Prince, American psychic researcher who investigated Houdini and many supernatural phenomena.

In part (translated): “Accept all my thanks for your generous presentation of the 3rd volume of my Work La Mort et son mystere. We are both working in the same sphere and trying to make known the same truths. But how slow is the progress of general instruction. How heavy, material, and blind earthly humans still are! For more than a year I’ve been working on…Maisons hantées (Haunted Houses).

There is much illusion, much error there, but at least half of the experiences are true and fantastic…I began this psychic research in 1861…it’s not finished yet. I receive reports…from all over the World…Unfortunately our crazy planet turns too fast.” Reverse of second page is affixed to an identical size heavy stock sheet. In very good condition, with toning and soiling to both pages, heavier to first page. Accompanied by an envelope addressed to “Richard Hodgson L.L.D. Society for psychical Research…Boston,” with postal cancellations of April, 1910. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Flanagan,” one page, 8.25 x 11, colorfully illustrated Father Flanagan’s Boys Home letterhead, November 21, 1941.

Response to an autograph collector. In part: “I very much appreciate your friendly interest in Boys Town, and am glad to be numbered in your collection.” In very good condition, with bands of toning to the upper and lower portions of the letter, light paper loss to the upper left corner, and multiple rusty paperclip marks and impressions to the borders. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Massachusetts is confronted with a $3 million payment in 1785 207. Royal Flint. LS, one page, 7.75 x 10, December 10, 1785. Letter to James Bowdoin, the second Governor of Massachusetts. In part: “The information given to a Mr. Appleton, of the balance of three millon dollars of old emission bills, due from this State to the United States is communicated to him in a private letter.” In good condition, with old tape repairs to intersecting folds, paper loss to edges, uniform toning, and light pencil remnants. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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The legendary Mexican commander defends his conduct with an anti-revolutionary restaurant proprietor just weeks before the pivotal Battle of Celaya 208. Francisco ‘Pancho’ Villa. Rare and desirable TLS, in Spanish, signed “Francisco Villa,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, March 24, 1915. Villa writes to Enrique C. Llorente, “Confidential Agent of the Provisional Government of Mexico.” Villa vigorously defends himself and his conduct with the proprietor of the Palace Hotel restaurant. In part (translated): “I have tried to always comply with my duty as a Mexican.

The affair of the Palace Hotel in Mexico will surely be exploited by my enemies…

While in Mexico City one morning…the proprietress of the establishment…burst into insolent jeers and loud laughter, and expressed herself in the most offensive terms against the revolution and especially against me personally….I ordered that she immediately be removed to General Headquarters…and at the same time directed the French minister…interrogate the lady in order that she might state whether…she, or any of her employees, had been the victims of any atrocity or injury on our part. The French minister was at once satisfied with my conduct, and offered no objection should the lady be imprisoned for say two or three days for the offense committed by her. It being, however, my desire to reassure society and to counteract the work of the enemies of the people and of the revolution, I ordered her immediately placed at liberty…”

In very good to fine condition, with intersecting mailing folds, staple hole and creasing to top left, small stain to right edge and some light toning along left edge, and an office stamp to first page.

Less than a month later, Villa’s Conventionist forces were badly defeated at the Battle of Celaya by Álvaro Obregón’s men, who supported the presidency of Venustiano Carranza. The battle was a turning point in the future of Villa, the Revolution, and Mexican history in the 20th century. He was never able to recover his losses, and with that lost most of his political and social influence. In his 1995 reference History Comes to Life, Kenneth Rendell notes ‘Villa’s autograph is rare and difficult to obtain in any form.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

209. Albert Gallatin. Politician and financial genius responsible

for the formation of what is now known as the Ways and Means Committee. LS, one page both sides, 7.75 x 9, November 28, 1810.

Letter, written from the Treasury Department, to James Hamilton.

In part: “ have received the representation made in your behalf by Richard Carnochan, on the subject of the valuation of the ruble of Russia, as made by the Collector of Charleston in ascertaining the duties on certain articles imported by you from St. Petersburg in April last. Previous to the proclamation of the President on this subject, issued in September last, no regulation embracing the ruble had been made by him…Its value was estimated by the Collectors from the best information they could procure; and in this way doubtless, the rate of 54 cents was fixed upon by the Collector of Charleston in the case of your importation. The operation of the President’s proclamation as issued by him is not retrospective; and therefore cannot be applied to your case.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered creases, several repaired tears, and scattered toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare twice-signed document with the seldom-seen “Benj. Franklin” signature that he used on the Declaration of Independence 210. Benjamin Franklin. Impressive twice-signed manuscript DS on vellum, signed “B. Franklin” and “Benj. Franklin,” one page, 26 x 21.5,

January 12, 1753. An indenture wherein “widdow” Hannah White of Germantown [Pennsylvania] transfers to Thomas Rose of Bristol a parcel of land “for the consideration of the sum of one hundred and twenty two pounds lawful money.” Franklin signs twice, within (“Benj. Franklin”) and following (“B. Franklin”) a statement of witness. Two seals, one wax and one wax and paper, remain intact near the right edge. Handsomely matted and framed with a nineteenth-century portrait engraving to an overall size of 43 x 32. In very good condition, with heavy folds (one touching the last name of ‘internal’ signature, toning, separations at intersections of folds (affecting a few words), and scattered soiling and spotting, as well as mirroring of text to blank lower margin.

Franklin was at the peak of his scientific discoveries when he signed this document. In 1753, he founded the Academy of Sciences of Philadelphia and published (in his own Poor Richard’s Almanack) his pioneering article describing the lightning rod, an invention that evolved from his legendary kite-flying experiment of the previous year. In addition, he was awarded with the Royal Society’s Copley Medal for his work on electricity, and both Harvard and Yale awarded him honorary degrees. Franklin’s offices at the time included Postmaster of Philadelphia, Deputy Postmaster of the British Colonies in America, and member of the Pennsylvania Assembly. A commanding document signed in the rare manner of “Benj. Franklin,” the form he used to sign the Declaration of Independence. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Franklin land grant to a soldier, with a meticulous sketch of the plot 211. Benjamin Franklin. Partly-

printed DS, signed “B. Franklin,” one page, 15.25 x 11.75, January 29, 1787. Land grant reads, in part “That in consideration of the services rendered by John Galvan in the late army of the United States there is granted by the said commonwealth unto the said John Galvan a certain tract or parcel of land lying in the county of Westmoreland…containing two hundred acres.” Signed in the left border by Franklin, as president of the Supreme Executive Council, with a 3.5 x 2.5 sketch of the parcel of land, with two posts at two corners and a black oak and wild cherry tree at the other corners.

Framed so both sides may be viewed to an overall size of 17 x 13.25. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, and scattered toning, creasing, and wrinkling. The large eight-point embossed paper seal is toned and folded. Franklin served as council president until taking a seat at the Constitutional Convention in May of 1787. Land grants with the sketches are seldom seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Superlative exemplar of America’s most famous signature

212. John Hancock. Bold ink signature, “John Hancock,” on an off-white 3.5 x 6.25 slip removed from a larger document. Docketing to reverse dates it to a commission of February 2, 1792. Large, complete Massachusetts seal is affixed to the top. In fine condition, with mild scattered toning, a few tiny tears to the right edge, and a couple creases to the paper seal. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Hancock. One of the finest Hancocks we have offered in years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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213. Camillo Golgi.

Italian physician, pathologist, scientist (1843–1926) who won the Nobel Prize for Medicine in 1906.

Vintage unmailed ‘Societa Italiana di Patologia’ postcard, 3.5 x 5.5, signed at the bottom in black ink. In very good to fine condition, with light scattered soiling, and diagonal impressions to each corner from previous display. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

215. Patrick Henry. Partly-

printed vellum DS, signed “P. Henry,” one page, 14 x 13, June 1, 1786. Land grant issued to Henry Banks, signed at the conclusion

by Henry during the last year of his last term as governor of Virginia.

In good condition, with heavy intersecting folds, scattered creases, and handwritten text and signature fairly light, but still mostly legible.

The paper seal affixed to the lower left corner is worn but intact. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Archive of letters from Hearst including one in which he praises Mussolini “He is the Duce of orderly progress everywhere” 214. William Randolph Hearst. A superb collection of eight ALSs,

several in pencil, together with two additional letters from other correspondents bearing ANSs from Hearst, all dating from 1934–1936, with a total of 21 pages. The majority of the letters are addressed to Joseph Willicombe, a reporter from the New York American who worked as Hearst’s personal secretary from the early 1920s to the 1940s.

Of tremendous interest is Hearst’s ANS written at the bottom of a letter to Willicombe from Frank Gervasi, who worked for the Italian Universal News Service. His TLS, dated August 31, 1936, transmitting a message from “The Italian Government [who] has asked me to communicate to Mr. Hearst that the Duce deeply regrets that it was impossible for him to meet Mr. Hearst when he was in Rome and that should Mr. Hearst return to Rome after his visit to Venice, Signor Mussolini would be most anxious to see him.” At the close of the letter Hearst writes following reply (with pencilled corrections) on the bottom and reverse of Gervasi’s letter: “I am about to leave for America and I recall my Italian tour and your Kindness with much pleasure. I appreciate the communication...of the Italian Government, which you conveyed to me regarding his willingness to receive me when I come again to Italy. I did not want to occupy the Duce’s time with unimportant matters when he was engaged in affairs of such immense consequence to Italy and to the world. The fight which the Duce is making for civilization and orderly government is not merely for Italy, not merely for Europe but for the western hemisphere as well. He is the Duce of orderly progress everywhere. It is my hope that all thoughtful, capable and creative people everywhere in every civilized land will…cooperate to dam the flood of riot criminal violence which is miscalled communism.”

Another letter in the collection would suggest that Hearst was more of an opportunist than a rigid ideologue. On September 23, 1935, Frank

Barnam, President and Publisher of the Herald Express and a business partner to Hearst, wrote to Willicombe to gauge Heart’s interest in meeting with President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Barnam writes to Willicombe, in part: “As you will recall, I was chairman of the President’s Birthday Ball Committee in this district last spring and anything we can all do to help stamp out this terrible disease would be a boone[sic] to humanity. If he agrees with me, I would like to telegraph them that I would like to meet with the President. I would appreciate hearing from you as soon as possible as I must telegraph my reply.” At the bottom of the page, Hearst hurriedly replies: “Good Lord NO I haven’t any objection to you meeting the President or the King of England or Mussolini or Haile Salassie. It does us good to meet those big folks and it does them good to meet us. W.R.” The subject matter in the balance of the correspondence concerns a variety of matters including the preparation for parties at San Simeon, repairs to the house, requests for wine , travel arrangements and other matters typically assigned to a personal assistant. In overall very good condition. The collection includes more correspondence from Hearst that provides an intimate portrait of the life of a personal assistant to one of the most powerful media moguls of the twentieth century. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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216. Alger Hiss. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, January 4, 1959. Letter to author Mark Van Doren regarding his autobiography.

In part: “I cannot wait longer to tell you my joy in it. It is a book to savor—and that gluttonously—so I hope not to finish it too soon. It is a beautiful book…I have found wisdom and strength as well as beauty (though perhaps they are elements of human beauty and it is such a human—and humane—book).” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Hoover investigates Communism 218. J. Edgar Hoover.

Signed book: A Study of Communism. NY: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, Inc., 1962. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.75 x 9.5, 212 pages. Signed on the first free end page, “Best wishes, J. Edgar Hoover.” In very good condition, with general wear and a few tears and creases to the dustjacket, and a couple ink and pencil notations to the first free end page. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

The scarce Religious Science founder backs ‘Happy’ Chandler for president in 1960

“The fingerprint files of the FBI reveal a potential criminal army of six million individuals” 217. Ernest Holmes. Spiritual writer and leader (1887–1960). He

was the founder of a Spiritual movement known as Religious Science, a part of the greater New Thought movement. Signed book: The Science of Mind. Later printing. NY: Dodd, Mead, and Company, 1957. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 667 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page to Baseball Hall of Famer and Kentucky governor A. B. Chandler, “To A. B. ‘Happy’ Chandler, whom Boyd Cole says will be our next president. Sincerely yours, Ernest Holmes Feb 1958.” Also signed and inscribed on the front pastedown to Chandler by Boyd Cole, proclaiming him the “President of the U.S.A. 1960!” In very good condition, with scattered toning to signed page and pastedowns, and some scattered toning, foxing, and soiling to dustjacket, as well as a few tears. The first time we have offered anything from Holmes. Book condition: VG/VG-. Blue cloth-covered boards with gilt lettering to spine; light soiling and foxing to exterior and feps; very slightly shelf-cocked (binding remains strong); feps slightly yellowed. Dust jacket has small chips/tears and creases to edges with one larger tear (approx. 1.5”) to lower edge at spine-fold; foxed and soiled; spine slightly sunned. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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219. J. Edgar Hoover. Typed statement, one page, 8 x 10.5, FBI letterhead, December 6, 1946. Statement regarding widespread crime in the United States. In part: “The fingerprint files of the FBI reveal a potential criminal army of six million individuals who have been arrested for offenses more serious than traffic violations—one out of twenty-three inhabitants in the United States…More Americans will be murdered during the next generation than lost their lives from enemy gunfire in World War II. Within the span of their lifetime one hundred million citizens of this country can look forward to the unpleasant experience of becoming victims of crime…Respect for law, personal liberty, life and property must be preached, taught and practiced.

There must be a veritable ‘crusade’ against crime.” Included is a TLS to Mrs. Ulysses Grant McQueen, a transmittal letter for the statement, also signed by Hoover. Intersecting folds, the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, a paperclip impression to the top, and mild scattered creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Hoover oversaw the expansion and centralization of fingerprint files, leading the New York Times to call the FBI a ‘world clearing house for identifying criminals.’

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

222. J. Edgar Hoover. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, Department of Justice letterhead, March 19, 1965. Brief letter of transmittal to a student. In part: “I am enclosing material on fingerprinting which I hope you will find of assistance in connection with your term paper.”

In fine condition, with light scattered creases and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

220. J. Edgar Hoover. TLS signed “J. E. Hoover,” one page, 8 x 10.5, FBI letterhead, June 16, 1936. Letter to Margaret O’Shea. In part: “In compliance with your request I am pleased to enclose my autograph.” Light scattered creases and toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

221. J. Edgar Hoover. Signed

book: The Story of the FBI. NY: E. P. Dutton & Co., 1947. Hardcover with dustjacket, 7 x 9.75, 286 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen “To Dick Hyman, In appreciation of your helpful assistance in convincing us that this book should be done, J. Edgar Hoover, 4.14.47,” below which is an inscription by Louis B. Nichols, Hoover’s assistant. In very good condition, with light toning to the pages and chips, tears, paper loss, and creases to the brittle dustjacket, particularly to the spine. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

223. Mark Hopkins.

Inspired teacher and lecturer (1802–1887), the author of many books on morality and religion.

Matte-finish 4.5 x 5.75 portrait affixed to a 9.5 x 13 mount, signed on the mount in black ink. Easily matted out toning to the borders and an area of soiling to the left border, and a few surface marks and spots, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Exceedingly scarce Johns Hopkins letter 224. Johns Hopkins. Wealthy entrepreneur, philanthropist, and abolitionist of 19th

century Baltimore (1795–1873), now most noted for his philanthropic creation of the institutions that bear his name, namely the Johns Hopkins University, Johns Hopkins Hospital, and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Rare LS, one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, no date, but circa late 1868. Letter sent from Hopkins and six other prominent Baltimore business men to Maryland Governor Thomas Swann. In full: “We cheerfully unite with the Trade in recommending to you Mr. James L. Dorsey for appointment to the position of Inspector General of Flour. The long experience of Mr. Dorsey with the reputation he has acquired for sound judgment, impartiality, and the uniform satisfaction, he has given to the trade during Eight years as an Inspector justifies in our opinion his appointment to the position of Chief, and would we think give such a guarantee to the stability of Inspection as would largely increase the interest already established in the important article of Flour, by inspiring confidence in those whose knowledge is limited and who depend upon the ability and integrity of the Inspector General.” Signed at the conclusion by Hopkins and also signed “Wm J. Albert,” “Wm Kennedy,” “William E. Hooper,” “Horace Abbott,” “B. Deford,” and “Columbus O’Donnell.” Small tape repair to reverse of one of the horizontal folds, a few creases, some mild edge toning, and a couple light brushes to other signatures, otherwise fine condition. A rare and desirable autograph, with records indicating just one other letter signed by Hopkins having been sold at a major public auction in the last 40 years. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Australia drawn by its most famous statesman 225. Billy Hughes. Australian politician (1862–1952) who served as Prime Minister from 1915 to 1923. Original pencil sketch of a map of Australia, signed “W. M. Hughes,” on an off-white 5 x 2.75 card. In fine condition, with light toning to the upper border.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

226. Helen K e l l e r. R a r e

color glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed vertically in pencil. A few scattered light edge creases and surface marks and signature a few shades light, but completely legible, otherwise fine condition.

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

(MB $200)

227. John Harvey Kellogg.

Physician and promoter of health foods (1852– 1943) best known for his invention of Corn Flakes.

ANS, one page, 6.75 x 8.25, June 26, 1927. In full: “I admire your earnest efforts to win friends for biologie and humanitarian ideals and an appreciation of the sentiment of that Latin Poet Ovid—‘Take not away the life you cannot give, for all things have an equal right to live,’ John Harvey Kellogg.”

Moderate uniform toning, a few chips and dings to the borders, and a small repaired tear to the right border, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by an unsigned telegram from Kellogg regarding travel plans, and a newspaper article. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“If you have a problem and you think I can help, just send me word at Hyannis Port” 228. Joseph P. Kennedy. TLS signed “Joe,”

one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 20, 1954. Letter to Marion Davies, Mrs. Horace G. Brown, Jr. In part: “I am back at the Cape now and I expect to be here for quite some time, but if by any chance you wanted me to come to New York, you know it would give me great pleasure to do so. I can get there in two or three hours, so if you have a problem and you think I can help, just send me word at Hyannis Port.” Some mild curling from having once been rolled, and light vertical toning from magnetic album, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

229. Robert F. Kennedy. Closely trimmed

color vintage magazine photo, affixed to a 7.25 x 9 off-white sheet, signed on the image in black ink. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold through image, with a few extra folds to sheet. Accompanied by a March 2, 1962, letter from the Special Assistant for Public Information of the Department of Justice. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

230. Robert F. Kennedy. Page

from a campaign brochure, 8 x 10.5, featuring a portrait of Kennedy between images of his family and him at work, signed in the center in blue ballpoint. Affixed at the top to a same-size cardstock sheet. In very good condition, with two horizontal folds and a Dymo label affixed below the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

“May God, in whom we both believe, bless you”

233. King FrederickAugustus I.

King of Saxony from 1805 to 1827.

ALS in French, signed “Frederic,” one page, 7.25 x 8.75, January 9, 1807. A year into his reign, Frederick writes to “Madame, my sister.” In full (translated): “The interest your Imperial Majesty takes in my house lets me hope she will welcome the birth of a little girl that Princess Paul gave me today. Her name will be Frederique Charlotte Marie. I recommend her, along with the rest of my house, to the continuation of the friendship and kindnesses of your Imperial Majesty. The Queen [Maria Amalia] and my daughter, Princess Catherine, request me to remind them of her memory, and it is with great pleasure that I take this opportunity to express to your Majesty all the feelings I hold for her. I pray God keep you, Madame, my sister, in his holy and worthy guard. From your Imperial Majesty.”

In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and a few very subtle traces of soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

234. King Georg of Saxony.

231. Alexander Kerensky. Provisional leader of the Soviet Union

(1881–1970) from July to November 1917, when he was unseated

by Lenin and forced into exile. Glossy 3.5 x 4.5 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “May God, in whom we both believe bless you, my dear brother Alexander Kerensky Dec. 25, 1966. N.Y.” Surface impressions to image from writing on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

King of Saxony of the House of Wettin (1832–1904). Ornate DS, in German, signed “Georg,” one page, 8.75 x 14, 1903. Untranslated official document in German, signed at the conclusion by King Georg. In fine condition, with three horizontal storage folds, one passing through the center of the signature, a light overall shade of toning, and a few light pencil notations. Accompanied by a period engraving of the king. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“The Duchess and I always know we are going to enjoy dancing when we enter a ball room, where you are conducting your fine musicians” 232. King Edward VIII. TLS signed “Edward, Duke of Windsor,” one page, 7 x 10.25, personal

letterhead, January 16, 1956. Letter to orchestra leader Meyer Davis. In part: “I certainly will tell my friend General Franklin, the President of U.S. Lines that the orchestra aboard the S.S. ‘United States’ maintains the high standard of all Meyer Davis dance bands. As I have already told you, The Duchess and I always know we are going to enjoy dancing when we enter a ball room, where you are conducting your fine musicians.” In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling to edges.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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237.

King Louis-Philippe.

Last King of France (1773–1850) who reigned from 1830 until he was forced to abdicate in 1848.

Manuscript DS, in French, signed “L. P.,” one page, 8 x 12.5, October 4, 1845. Untranslated document in French. A report to the king regarding rental expenses of the Palais de Saint-Cloud. Approved at the conclusion by King Louis Philippe. In fine condition, with a few light creases, some scattered soiling, and seal remnants to the lower left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $100)

235. King George III. King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760

until his death in 1820. His reign was marked most notably by the loss of British control over the American colonies. Advancing mental illness rendered George unable to fulfill his official duties during the last decade of his life, during which time the Prince Regent, William IV, ruled in his stead. Partial manuscript DS, signed “George R.,” one page, 6 x 7.5, November 5, 176?. Partial document regarding imports to British plantations, approved by the king in the upper left. Affixed to a slightly larger sheet. A central horizontal fold, toning along the top, light scattered soiling, and a couple trivial pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The King thanks Arctic explorer John Franklin for his “Narrative of your second journey to the Shores of the Polar sea”

236. King Leopold II of Belgium. King of the Belgians who reigned from 1865–1909. ALS in French, signed “Leopold,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, December 8, 1879. Letter to “My dear General,” translated in full: “The aim of the letter you have forwarded me is to inform that we have been victims of a theft and to ask for money. If these people insist, I ask you to answer that the question can only be resolved in the tribunals. I do not subsidize the return into their native countries of people I do not know and that are not especially recommended to me. Strangers in need should seek help from their Embassies. Please be assured, my dear General of my friendship and affection.” A thin area of paper loss to lower left of final page, some scattered light creasing and soiling, and a tape remnant along reverse of hinge, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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238. King Louis-Philippe. Last King of France (1773–1850) who reigned from 1830 until he was forced to abdicate in 1848. ALS signed “Louis Philippe D’Orleans,” one page both sides, 6 x 7.75, December 5, 1828. Letter to Captain Franklin. In part: “Accept my best thanks for the highly valued present you are so good as to make to me of the Narrative of your second journey to the Shores of the Polar sea. Its value is still much increased by being indebted for it to its celebrated author…Permit me to inclose an order for the Duchess of Orleans’s box this evening at the Opera which we have thought might be agreeable to Mrs. Franklin & to yourself.” Central horizontal and vertical fold, one through a single letter of signature, several repaired tears, a few edge chips, and scattered toning and soiling, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a separate original leaf, folded to a size of 4.25 x 3.25, addressed by Louis Philippe to “Captain Franklin, R.N. &c &c &c Rue de Castiglione, No. 9 A Paris,” franked by him in the lower left, “Duc d’Orleans.” Reverse bears a complete black wax royal seal. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

239. King Oscar I. King of

A mournful dispatch to Ferdinand II

Sweden and Norway (1799–1859) whose reign was characterized by progressive reforms. He was also the godson of Napoleon Bonaparte.

LS in Latin, signed “Oscar,” one page, 8.75 x 13.5, March 9, 1855. Untranslated letter to Ferdinand II, King of the Two Sicilies.

Oscar extends congratulations to Ferdinand on the birth of a princess to his sister-in-law.

In very good condition, with intersecting folds with some separation, and some mirroring to ink. Accompanied by a separate address leaf bearing a complete embossed royal seal. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

240. King William IV. King of Great Britain

and Ireland (1765– 1837) who served from 1830 to 1837. LS in French, signed “Frederick Guillaume R,” one page, 8.5 x 13, black-bordered mourning stationery, April 24, 1846. Letter to King of Two Sicilies, Ferdinand II, sadly informing him of the death of “the Princess Marie Anne Amelie, nee Princess of Hesse-Hombourg, wife of my dear, His Royal Highness, Prince William of Prussia.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and a bit of trivial toning. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope with remnants of a black wax seal. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Preparing to lead the civil rights struggle nationwide, King agrees to speak at a New Hampshire church 241. Martin Luther King, Jr. TLS signed “Martin L. King, Jr,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, Dexter Avenue Baptist Church, Montgomery, Alabama, October 9, 1959. Letter to Rev. David B. Parke, of The Unitarian Church, Peterborough, New Hampshire. In full: “On returning to the office I found your letter of September 16, on my desk again inviting me to speak in New Hampshire for the Interchurch Lenten Program. I have checked my schedule and discovered that March 12, 1961 will be the best available date for me. I am engaged elsewhere on the other suggested dates. If this meets your approval you may write me a note and I will be more than happy to place the date on my calendar. Thank you so much for extending the invitation. I am looking forward with great anticipation to being with you.” Matted and framed with a portrait of King and a printed biography to an overall size of 21.5 x 20.25. In fine, clean condition.

Seven weeks after he wrote this letter, on November 29, 1959, King announced his resignation as pastor of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church. The departure followed his decision to concentrate on the civil rights movement and his relocation to Atlanta to direct the activities of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. In a subsequent interview in Jet magazine, King stressed that moving from Montgomery was not a withdrawal from the movement. “Actually, I will be involved in it on a larger scale. I can’t stop now. History has thrust something upon me from which I cannot turn away,” he was quoted as saying. An early letter as King embarked on the course history had set for him. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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An uninscribed first edition of King’s 1963 sermons 242. Martin Luther King, Jr. Signed book: Strength

to Love. First edition. NY: Harper and Row, 1963.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.75, 146 pages. Signed on the first free end page, “Best wishes, Martin Luther King.” In fine condition, with some slight toning and soiling to signed page. Book condition: VG+/VG+. Grey paper-covered boards and black cloth-covered spine; minor soiling and a few light spots of foxing to textblock edges and feps. Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve; few tiny tears and minor creases to corners/spine-ends; slightly rubbed and yellowed; one small stain to lower edge at spine. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

243. Horatio Kitchener.

British military officer and statesman (1850–1916). ALS signed “Kitchener,” one page, 4 x 6, personal letterhead, July 4.

Short letter to “Frank.” In part: “Thanks for the photos they are very interesting. I should like the photo you mention very much.” In fine condition, with pencil year of “99,” under date, a brush to one word, some light mirroring from folding, and a thin mounting remnant to reverse.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

244. Edwin Land.

American scientist and inventor (1909–1991) who pioneered inexpensive polarizing filters and, with his development of ‘instant’ photography, built his company, Polaroid, into an industry giant.

He was once listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s richest scientist.

Glossy 4.25 x 5.25 photo, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Just months after moving to Israel, Lansky waits for his oil well dividends to catch up to him 245. Meyer Lansky.

ALS signed “Dad,” one page, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 10.75, January 7, 1971.

Letter to his daughter Sandra. In part: “I want to supplement a few things if you didn’t ship my order as yet. Please include a few ties (blue) that feel and look like knit; pick out blue light colored ties and the red tie the rest you can split up among Bud, Paul, and Vinnie. I don’t remember whether I asked you to ship a light powder blue jacket, if not, include it, also my black jacket…You go down to Lincoln Road to Dave Allens and buy 1/2 dozen shorts that I wear under bathing trunks you tell him it is for me he knows what I want…Tell me again about the star I will buy a wring [sic] from here; if I can pay the duty here I will pay it. Garfield called me New Year’s day he told me that he mailed the [oil wells dividend] checks. Please inform me up to what month that was.” In fine condition, with some mild edge creases and light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

246. Estee Lauder. American

businesswoman (1906–2004) who co-founded one of the most successful cosmetics companies in the world.

TLS, one page, 5.25 x 7.75, personal letterhead, November 1972. Letter to Richard Gully, Jack Warner’s assistant. In full: “So sorry to have missed seeing you here. Next time you come to New York, please give me a ring.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, passing through the top of the signature. This is the first Lauder item we have ever offered. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

247. Tobias Lear. American statesman (1762–1816) who served as Washington’s personal secretary and later assumed posts in the Jefferson and Madison administrations. Manuscript DS, one page, 7.5 x 9.75, June 22, 1815.

Payment order reads, “On settlement of the accounts of Lieutenant Col. Augustine C. Smith of the 12th Regt of Infantry at this office a balance of One hundred and thirty dollars and fifty five cents is found due from him to the United States.”

A few small separations along intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, paper loss to top right corner, and a bit of light toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an 1854 Northern Rail Road Company one dollar note. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 248. Louis Lumiere.

Inventor of photographic equipment along with his brother, Auguste.

In 1893 they developed a cine camera, the cinématographe, and showed the first motion pictures using film projection in 1895. They also invented the Autochrome screen plate for color photography in 1903. Program/menu, 6.25 x 9.5, two pages, for “Les Parisiens de Paris,” on February 3, 1936, signed on the front cover in pencil by Lumiere. In very good condition, with scattered creases, a repaired tear to hinge, and scattered toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

249. Guglielmo Marconi. TLS in Italian,

signed “G. Marconi,” one page, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, Villa Odescalchi Civitavecchia, August 20, 1930.

Letter written to The Honorable Peter Prince Ginori Conti, Senator of the Kingdom, Florence.

Translated in full: “I have received your letter of August 18 where you recommend the young Tito Greppi as an excellent radio operator who could work for the Firm ‘Marconi Italia.’

I must answer you that the above Company employs no radiotelegraphists. I assume, therefore that you probably meant the firm ‘Italia Marittima’ on which depend the radio operators who embarked in the Italian Merchant Navy, which is headed by the Marchese Solari.

I will, therefore, send your letter to the Marchese Solari. Most cordial greetings.”Intersecting folds, light scattered creases, and staple holes to the left border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

250. Marie Louise.

Partly-printed DS, in French, one page, 15 x 11, December 15, 1811.

Marie Louise testifies to the irreproachable conduct of the Wife of Marshal Guillaume Brune and names her a Daine de la Société de la Charité Maternelle (Lady of the Maternal Charitable Society). Signed at the conclusion by Marie Louise and countersigned by Cardinal Fesch as Grand Almoner of the Empire and Gen. Sec. of the Maternal Charitable Society. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and scattered creasing and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

251. Jan Masaryk. ALS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 15, 1942. In full: “Many thanks for your kind new year wishes. I do not expect a happy year but a usefull [sic] one on the road to definite victory.”

Light overall toning and haloing to the ink, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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After the fall of Fort Sumter, the CSA Treasury Secretary criticizes the colonel whose guns fired the first shots of the bloody conflict 252. Christopher Memminger. Promi-

nent political leader and the first Secretary of the Treasury for the Confederate States of America. War-dated ALS signed “C. G. Memminger,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 10, July 5, 1861.

Letter to Major Edward McCrady discussing the merits of Confederate Ordnance Chief Josiah Gorgas against the merits of Colonel, later Brigadier General Roswell Ripley. In part: “According to the views of the War Department, every just consideration has been made to Col. Ripley’s. It was thought that if he were placed in the same grade relatively to other officers which he would have held had he continued in the army, it was dealing properly with his claims…When the commission of Major was offered to Ripley, it put him just behind Gorgas, and…I understand from the President that he would have assigned him the command of Charleston Harbor upon the withdrawal of Beauregard… Ripley himself has been the only obstruction to his own way.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, two through single letters of signature, a uniform shade of toning, and a bit of light soiling. Before serving in the Confederacy’s cabinet, Memminger was responsible for preparing South Carolina’s document of secession and helping draft the Confederate Constitution. Here he comments on Roswell Ripley, a ‘troublesome’ yet proficient Confederate field officer. Memminger notes that in the opinion of the War Department, “every just consideration has been made” for Ripley, and “that Ripley himself has been the only obstruction to his own way.” On April 12, 1861, following orders from General P. G. T. Beauregard, Ripley’s artillery began the bombardment of Fort Sumter.

Following the surrender and evacuation of the fort, Beauregard placed him in charge of its repairs, and on August 15, 1861 he was promoted to brigadier general. Great content involving some of the men involved in the opening salvos of the Civil War. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

253. John Stuart Mill. British philos-

opher and civil servant (1806–1873) who was an influential contributor to social theory, political theory, and political economy.

ALS signed “J. S. Mill,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, September 29, 1848. From “India House,” Mill writes to an unidentified gentleman. In part: “l return Capt. Taylor’s letter with many thanks. You should work the India Board as hard as you can. lf you know Waterfeld you may use my opinion in a manner which l could not with propriety do myself. Waterfeld always thinks for himself but if inclined in the manner we wish he may be stengthened by the opinion of another person conversant with the facts of the case. Whatever may be the Cause that is working against Capt. Taylor, I am convinced Fraser has nothing to do with it. Fraser as far as I know has always written…very much in his favour—but Fraser is a man who shrinks from responsibility. Capt.

Taylor or rather his correspondant [sic] is quite in error if he supposes that the Nuzzerana business has done Capt. Taylor any harm. Fraser did not agree with them on that subject which the home authorities & Sir H. Harding did & do most strenuously.” In very good to fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, partial separations to hinge, a couple small fold separations, and mild toning, mainly along bottom.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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254. Perle Mesta. Socialite

and political hostess (1889–1975) known for throwing lavish parties.

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, May 8, 1964. A dinner invitation. In full: “I received your telegram this morning and I am dreadfully sorry that I will not be in New York on the 14th, as I would have loved having dinner with you. However, I am sending you an invitation today for May 18th and do hope you will be able to join me then.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

257. Moses Montefiore. One of the most

famous British Jews of the 19th century. Montefiore was a financier, banker, philanthropist, and Sheriff of London.

Ink signature, “Moses Montefiore,” on an offwhite 3.75 x 1 clipped slip affixed to a 4 x 2.5 off-white card. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling and closely trimmed edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

258. Samuel F. B. Morse. American

255. Ernesto Teodoro Moneta. Italian journalist, nationalist, and

revolutionary (1833–1918) who turned to pacifism and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1907. ALS in French, signed “E. T. Moneta,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, Il Secolo letterhead, 1889. Untranslated letter in French to “Gaillard.” The future Nobel Peace Prize winner writes on the printed letterhead of ‘Il Secolo,’ the newspaper he directed from 1867 to 1895. He mentions a petition that needs many signatures and the relations between France and Italy, which have improved. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, one fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and trivial foxing and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

artist and inventor (1791–1872) whose development of the telegraph revolutionized communication—and indeed, society as a whole—and represented a crucial step toward such later innovations as the telephone.

Original 2.5 x 4 goldbordered carte-devisite photo of the elderly and heavilywhiskered Morse, backstamped on the reverse “Geo, G. Rockwood, Photographer, New York,” signed at the bottom in black ink, “Saml. F. B. Morse.” A few dings to corner tips, and some scattered light toning and soiling to image and background, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

259. Lucretia Mott. AQS on

256. Moses Montefiore. One of the most famous British Jews of the 19th century. 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. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

a 3.75 x 2.5 offwhite slip affixed to a slightly larger gray sheet. In full: “Lucretia Mott.

Truth for authority not authority for truth. 4 mo. 20th.

1875.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning from adhesive on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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260. Joachim Murat. Brother-in-law of

Napoleon (1767–1815) who was a marshal in Napoleon’s regime and who reigned as King of Naples from 1808 to 1815. Partly-printed DS, in Italian, signed “J. Napoleone,” one page, 10 x 13, December 7, 1810. Untranslated official document in Italian.

In very good condition, with vertical and horizontal folds, one passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered creases, toning, and soiling, some chipping to the edges, and a light pencil notation to the upper left. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

261. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Partly-

printed DS, in Italian, one page, 9.5 x 14.5, January 15, 1928. Untranslated document, signed at the conclusion “Mussolini” and “Vittorio Emanuele.” A diagonal crease, multiple dings and tears to the left edge, scattered tack holes, and various stamps and notations, otherwise very good condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Returned to power by the Nazis in 1943, Il Duce addresses financial struggles brought on by Allied victories: “I have temporarily suspended payments to the armed forces” 262. Benito Mussolini. War-dated handwritten telegram, in Italian, signed “Mussolini,” two pages, 8.25 x 11.5, on his personal telegram stationery headed “The Duce [Leader] of Fascism” and “Head of the Government,” December 30, 1943. Mussolini sends a telegram to Marshal Rodolfo Graziani, Minister of Defense of the Italian Social Republic and Commander-in-Chief of the Italian forces still fighting on the German side after his rescue

by SS Col. Skorzeny’s special forces on September 12, 1943. In full (translated): “I’m informing you that by my decree published in the Official Gazette the 15th of this month…I have temporarily suspended payments to the armed forces…War indemnities are to be given only to those who in fact make War…civil servants cannot benefit from similar allowances…I am certain, Marshal, that you approve of my suspension, which is justified not only by our insupportable financial burden but most especially by reasons of a moral nature, which you will be the first to appreciate.” Central horizontal fold to both pages, several blue pencil notations to text, and some light toning, otherwise fine condition.

Two months after being dismissed by the Italian Fascist government and arrested on orders from the king, Mussolini was rescued from his prison by Otto Skorzeny and taken to Germany for a meeting with Hitler. Although in poor health and hoping to leave politics behind, the Duce agreed to set up a new regime, the Italian Social Republic, in late 1943 in hopes of blunting the edges of Nazi repression. With Allied bombings taking their toll, leaving factories at a standstill from lack of materials, coal, and oil, the Italian economy had been all but destroyed. Completely dependent on German funding, Mussolini suspended payments to the armed forces and denied all war indemnities to citizens, claiming “reasons of a moral nature” when in fact they were simply unable to pay. Items from Mussolini from this late period in his life, after his arrest and rescue, are incredibly scarce; compounded by the important recipient, Rodolfo Graziani, the only Marshal that remained loyal to him, this letter is an extraordinary piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 66 | November 14, 2012 | NOTABLES

Napoleon dispatches 22 squadrons to Vittoria 265. Napoleon. Handwrit-

263. Benito Mussolini. ANS in Italian, signed “Mussolini,” one page on the reverse of an unaddressed Il Popolo d’Italia postcard, 3.5 x 5.5, Milan, April 9, 1922. Brief note to a colleague, translated in full “I welcome your help and send you the enclosed note, Cordial greetings.” Light scattered toning and impressions, staple holes to the upper left corner, and a few light brushes to the ink, otherwise fine condition. Written in 1922, a pivotal year in Mussolini’s life, when he was preparing the legendary March on Rome, which established the Fascist Party as the most important political party in Italy. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

ten endorsement, in French, signed “Np,” on a report addressed to him by the Minister of War Clarke, signed “Duc de Feltre,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 12.5, November 4, 1810, regarding a cavalry regiment formed by M. de Vence. Report reads, in part (translated): “This regiment consists of 22 detachments - 3 Hussards, 6 Chasseurs, 13 Dragoons…In general the men are tall and in good health.

All have more than a year of service…The horses of the 1st Squadron are small; those of the Squadron of Dragoons are better. They’re all well nourished…19 are not in condition to make war.” Endorsed on the left side by Napoleon, “Have these squadrons leave for Vittoria.” Scattered creases and wrinkles, and a mild shade of overall toning, with a few heavier spots, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Napoleon approves of the movement of his “cuirassiers” before the Battle of Friedland 264. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Na-

pol,” one page, 7.25 x 9, May 20, 1807. Letter to Marshal Kellermann. In part (translated): “I received your letter of May 12. You can allow the cavalry to leave without coats but be sure to advise General Clarke immediately so that he can have coats made for them in Berlin while these regiments are en route. I have more problems with the cuirasses which I think would be more difficult to have made in this country. Nevertheless it seems to me that you can allow the departure of the cuirassiers without cuirasses if you don’t have any to give them at the time of their departure, even if it means that you have the necessary cuirasses sent on afterwards by post. I attach great value to this armor. I see with pleasure that the regiment from the Magdeburg garrison has left and that the battalions from the garrisons of Erfurt, Hamlin, and Stettin have been organized. But before organizing those of Minden and Munster, the garrisons of Glogau, Spandau and Custrin must be provided for.” In very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold and scattered light toning and soiling, not affecting legibility.

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

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266.

Napoleon III.

Handwritten endorsement, in pencil, signed “LN,” on a manuscript petition addressed to him as Prince-President of the II. Republic, one page, both sides, 8.25 x 12.75. In the petition, Ferrouil de Montgaillard implores Napoleon III to pardon his father, sentenced to five years imprisonment. The petitioner identifies himself as a soldier on active duty and details the attachment of his family to the Bonapartist cause and the service of France. “…My father has always been an honorable man. He served for 12 years in the regiment.” Endorsed “If the facts are not too serious I grant a full pardon.” Below Napoleon’s signature three members of the clergy support the petition in favor of Ferrouil de Montgaillard. Accompanied by a handwritten report from the Ministry of Justice, Department of Criminal Affairs and Pardons (the transcript is available online). In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a light diagonal line of soiling through Napoleon’s signature, and scattered creasing and toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

267. Reinhold Niebuhr. In-

fluential Protestant theologian (1892–1971) and philosopher who reshaped much of American thought concerning society, politics, and the meaning of history. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, May 9, 1944. In part: “Dorothy Thompson, William Jay Schieffelin and I were gratified by the reception accorded…to the new Council for a Democratic Germany…

The development of understanding and support in this country for democratic German forces is one of our most important tasks in the coming months…I want to ask you to attend a small meeting to discuss important organizational steps.” Scattered wrinkling and light toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Nightingale glad to see a political enemy “crushed like a pancake” in his election 268. Florence Nightingale. ALS signed “F. N.,” eight pages on two sets of adjoining sheets, August 3, 1847. Letter to the wife of Edward Strutt on the occasion of her husband’s reelection to Parliament. In part: “I with great dignity, captured the bulletins, & rush out, singing an ode in honour of Mercury, the God of Elections…let us rejoice to see our late enemy Mackworth crushed like a pancake in Liverpool, &…John Manners, whose principles I pity & whose politics I despise.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a light notation to the top of the first page, and some light scattered foxing and a trivial tear to the bottom of the second page. Accompanied by a presentation folder.

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

269.

Daniel O’Connell. Irish po-

litical leader (1775-1847) best known for his tireless efforts on behalf of Catholic Emancipation (i.e., the right for Catholics to sit in Parliament) and the Repeal of the Union between Ireland and Great Britain. Closely-cropped ink signature, “Daniel O’Connell,” on an offwhite 2.25 x 3 slip clipped from a larger document.

Light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

All-encompassing album ranging from virtuosos to Wimbledon champs and Nobel Prize winners

270. Notables. Vintage British autograph album, 5 x 4, 84

pages with over 100 signatures, including politicians, musicians, religious leaders, and athletes. Most pages are signed on both sides, and many are cut signatures affixed to the album page.

Signers include: Jean Sibelius, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Rabindranath Tagore, Wendell Willkie, Conrad Veidt, Irving Berlin, Suzanne Lenglen, Mae West, Bill Tilden, Sybil Thorndike, George Arliss, and Robert Donat. Most pages have a small photo of the celebrity affixed along with collector’s notation indicating the date the signature was acquired as well as the date of the person’s death. In very good condition, with many pages separated from the binding but in themselves fine condition.

Other signers: Don Budge, Ellsworth Vines, Harry Lauder, P. C. Wren, John Drinkwater, Cedric Hardwicke, Anna Neagle, John Curtin, Ronald Cross, Ronald Knox, Dennis Victor, Donald Soper, Sidney Dark, Cosmo Gordon Lang, William Inge, Charalambos Simopoulos, Tubby Clayton, Johan Nygaardsvold, Peter Fraser, Nellie Wallace, Albert Whelan, Henry Harwood, Jack Warner, Simone Mathieu, Fred Perry, Betty Nuthall, John Gilbert Winant, Bransby Williams, George Eyston, Charles B. Cochran, Donald Bradman, E. F. L. Wood, Alexander Korda, Duff Cooper, Archibald Sinclair, Ernest Bevin, Frederick Marquis, James Craig, Hugh Dalton, Malcolm MacDonald, A. V. Alexander, and David Margesson.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Pasteur accepts accolades on his 1884 biography 271. Louis Pasteur. ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page, 5.25 x 8,

May 27, 1884. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In part (translated): “In thanking you for your kindness I renew, in my name and my son-in-law’s…the interest we take in your health. We are grateful for your very touching letter…on the subject of his book [Pasteur himself]. He has left…With his Wife and daughter…and will return to present all his wishes for your good health and a long future.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and some scattered toning. In 1884, Pasteur’s son-in-law, René Vallery-Radot published the first biography of Pasteur. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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272.

Paul I.

Emperor of Russia (born 1754) from 1796 until his assassination in 1801, the son of Catherine the Great, and a champion of the poorer classes, his sweeping reforms alienated the Russian nobility and were thought to have provided a prime motivation for the conspiracy that led to his brutal death.

ALS in French, one page, 5.75 x 7, July 29, 1788. Letter, written from Wibourg, to General Christoph von Benckendorff. In part (translated): “I write this to ask you not to send letters not bearing my address received when the court is not present. This morning Cesens told everybody what was in your package to your wife a letter from Michelson to Mannanof…such things may turn out to be agreeable to you sooner of later.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and some scattered light creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Remarkable oversized 1951 portrait of the legendary Evita 274. Eva Peron.

Charismatic and highly ambitious wife of Argentine president Juan Peron (1919–1952) who later became the subject of the popular musical (and subsequent film) Evita.

Rare vintage mattefinish 9.5 x 13.5 portrait of Peron, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Para S. A. la infante Maria Cristina de Borbon, carinosamente, Eva Peron, 6/10/1951.”

A few light surface marks and creases, and some silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. A truly stunning image of the Argentine leader.

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

275. George Romney. TLS,

273. John Penn. Descendant of the Penn family who served as the last governor of colonial Pennsylvania (1729–1795). Partly-printed vellum DS, one page, 15.5 x 11.75, June 17, 1774. Indenture for a parcel of “three-hundred Acres of Land situate on Gladdens Run formerly in Cumberland County now in Bedford County...called by the name of Annapolis” sold to “John Davison…in consideration of the Sum of fifteen pounds ten shillings and nine pence sterling in lawful money of Pennsylvania.” Document retains its original yellow ribbon in the center of the lower border and original paper seal affixed to the reverse. In good condition, with intersecting folds with some separation, an area of damp staining to the right side, scattered toning and soiling, a few pencil notations, and parts of the signature obscured by the original ribbon. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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one page, 8 x 10.5, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development letterhead, February 15, 1971. Letter to Aristotle Gavros of Los Angeles. In part: “my principal heritage was to be raised in a home where religious principles were paramount. Because of the great faith of my parents in their Creator and their great spiritual resources, they were able to work under unusually difficult circumstances without having their joy of living impaired. I refer to the fact that in their middle age my parents were driven from Mexico on forty-eight hours notice, with five children and a sixth on the way…As a result, they had to start over in destitution.” A few scattered creases and some foxing to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Columbus’ generous patron orders a payment to a friar in 1501 276. Queen Isabella. Spanish monarch (1451–

1504) best known as the sponsor and patron of Christopher Columbus in his ventures to the ‘New World.’ Manuscript DS, signed “Yo La Reyna [I the Queen],” one page 9 x 12, dated April 6, 1501, in old Spanish. The document presents an order to the Queen’s chamberlain, Sancho de Paredes, to pay the sum of 7,500 maravedis to Friar Juan Beato, thus completing his annual salary of 15,000 maravedis. Countersigned by the Queen’s secretary Gasper De Trizio, beneath the words, “by Command of the Queen.” In very good to fine condition, with two repaired cancellation cuts, and expected folds and wrinkles. Remarkably bright and well-preserved for having been signed over 500 years ago! Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

278. Pope John XXIII. Italian pope (1881–1963), born Angelo

Giuseppe Roncalli, who ascended the papal throne in 1958 and served until his death. As the guiding force behind the historic Second Vatican Council, John ushered in the most sweeping reforms the Catholic Church had undergone in centuries. Glossy 4.25 x 6 postcard photo of Saint Lorenzo Giustiniani, signed on the reverse in blue ink, “Ang. Gius. Card Roncalli,” with the Cardinal adding nine lines of notations in Italian. A couple light brushes to handwriting, some light toning to reverse, and a few creases and light silvering to image, otherwise fine condition.

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

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279. Pierre Emile Roux. Bacteriologist

(1853–1933). He studied at Clermont-Ferrand, became assistant to Pasteur, and was appointed his successor.

In 1894 he helped to discover diphtheria antitoxin, and also worked on rabies and anthrax.

ALS in French, signed “D. Roux,” one page, 4.25 x 7, Institut Pasteur letterhead, September 20, 1895. Letter to the director of the Biographical Review.

In part (translated): “I’m returning to you the corrected proofs of the biographical notice concerning me. It is full of errors. The discovery of an anti-diptheria Serum is attributed to me. It is Mr. Behring’s [Emil Adolf von Behring discovered diphtheria antitoxin in 1890]. All I did was make practical application of it. I insist on the notice being printed just as I have corrected it. That way it’s exact.” In fine condition, with a mild shade of toning, a bit heavier to left edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

281. Albert Schweitzer.

TNS, one page, on a 5.75 x 4 postcard, January 1965. Brief letter of thanks for wishes sent for his 90th birthday. Schweitzer has handwritten the greeting and closing of the letter, “With my best thoughts, Albert Schweitzer.” He has also identified the image on the front of the postcard, “The landing place of the hospital.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and a stamp to top right of correspondence side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare letter from the original sadist 280. Marquis de Sade.

Notorious French novelist and playwright (1740–1814) whose violent sexual escapades and depravity-infused works gave rise to the word ‘sadism.’ ALS in French, signed “Sade,” one page both sides, 6 x 7.25, August 16, 1811. Letter to Armand-Marie Corbin. In part (translated): “My son promised to pay Mrs. Quesnet six Louis that have been owed her for a long time, and he indicated that such payment would be made at this time, in case Mr. Aubert in Arles transferred some money to you. If this is the case, please remit the money to the lady…There is another small matter that my son attends to every third month: fifteen francs for my newspaper subscription which will expire on the 20th of this month. You would oblige me, sir, by adding this small amount to the 50 ecus of my monthly allowance.” Matted and framed with a translation and a window in the back for viewing of the reverse to an overall size of 12 x 18.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one horizontal fold passing though the top of the signature, light scattered toning, and a tack hole to the lower left. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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After his return from his first Antarctic expedition, Shackleton inscribes for a Swedish geologist

282. Ernest Shackleton. Shackleton (1874–1922), a junior officer in Scott’s National Antarctic Expedition of 1901–02, nearly reached the South Pole during an expedition of his own in 1909, in the process becoming a national hero. In 1915, during another expedition, his ship, Endurance, was crushed in the polar ice, and he and five others made a perilous journey of 1300 miles to bring relief for the crew. Knighted in 1909, Shackleton died at South Georgia during a fourth expedition in 1922. Vintage matte-finish 4 x 6 Eneret photo of Shackleton in a three-piece suit, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Professor Gunnar Andersson, in remembrance from E. H. Shackleton Oct. 13th 1909.”

Photo is fixed to an identical size mount. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered trivial soiling. Earlier in 1909, Shackleton returned from the Nimrod Expedition, the first led by Shackleton. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

283. William H. Seward. LS, one page,

lightly-lined, 9 x 11, July 4, 1842. In full: “I send you a letter which has been received from Joseph Marcoux missionary among a portion of the St. Regis Indians at the falls of St. Louis.” Intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, some scattered surface creases, and light toning to the borders, otherwise fine condition. Marcoux was a Canadian Catholic missionary among the Native Americans, known for his fluency and study in the Mohawk language. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

284. Herbert Spencer. Prominent English

philosopher and sociologist (1820–1903).

ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, Atheneum Club letterhead, no date. Letter to Lyman Lynton. In full: “Shall you be at home between three & four on Tuesday? If so I will come at that time. I fear many ‘talks’ are scarcily practicable. ‘What would Mr. Grundy say?’” In fine condition, with some light edge toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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285. Robert Stroud. ALS in pencil signed

“Bob, Robert Stroud, 594,” one lightly-lined page both sides, 8 x 10.5, Alcatraz, March 5, 1945. Letter to his sister, Mamie E. Stroud. In part: “I had a letter from Mark Friday and every thing is going fine with him there…He says that things are going well with the book, too, and we will probably be paid out soon. I also had a letter from Miss Virginia Moe, Curator of the Trailside Museum of Natural History.

She had a copy of my book and liked it very much. She wanted some advice of feeding wild birds. She said that it was a pleasure to read a book written by a practical person who is also a careful investigator, that most scientific writers just read what others have written and then passed the other man’s errors as well as their own along to an already gullible public.

There is no particular news here. I am still up to my ears in hematology—the study of blood, and when I get through with these books I will know about all there is on that subject. I am a first class hematologist as it is, and these books contain a complete review of the entire subject.

If I ever get a microscope again, I will show all of them things they don’t know on blood.” Stroud also signed at the top of the front page, in the ‘from’ address area. Intersecting folds, a uniform shade of toning, and a few ink and pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

286. Charles Sumner. American politician (1811–1874) and Massachusetts senator best known

as a radical Republican and a staunch opponent of slavery. In 1856, Sumner was severely beaten in the Senate chamber by South Carolina Congressman Preston Brook. ALS, one page, 9.5 x 7.75, April 15, 1865. Letter to an unidentified gentleman, written in the center panel of the sheet. A strong statement by the great abolitionist on Equality, issued on the day following Lincoln’s assassination.

In full: “I hope this report will be satisfactory. Our cause has passed into a new phase. It is now the battle of ideas & not of arms. We insist upon Equality before the law, as the protection & safeguard of the new made freedom.” Sheet is affixed by the reverse of its left edge to a slightly larger light brown sheet. Scattered toning and soiling and vertical folds to either sides of text, otherwise fine condition.

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

287. Supreme Court: Burger Court. Color 20 x 14.5 informal photo of the Burger Court, signed in the lower border in ink and ballpoint by all nine justices: “Thurgood Marshall,” “Wm J Brennan Jr., ” “Warren E. Burger,” “Byron R. White,” “Harry A. Blackmun,” “Potter Stewart,” “Lewis F. Powell Jr.,” “William H. Rehnquist,” and “John Paul Stevens.” Photo is affixed to an identical size board. A few scattered surface dings and impressions, lightly trimmed right edge, mild shade of toning over signatures from previous display, and Burger’s and Powell’s signatures a few shades lighter than the rest, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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291. Richard Varick.

289. Moise Tshombe. Congolese

politician (1919–1969) who was president of Katanga during its three years of secession from the Congo.

Two items: one glossy 6 x 4 photo of Tshombe sitting on a couch, signed in fountain pen, and one untranslated TLS in French, signed by Tshombe at the conclusion. In fine condition, with a couple paperclip impressions to the photo and intersecting folds to the letter. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked July 17, 1965. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Manuscript DS, signed “Rich. Varick,” one page, 8.5 x 12.5, May 14, 1796.

The last page of a New York-related legal document. In very good condition, with partial separations along the folds, a few holes, show-through from writing on opposing sides, moderate staining at the top right side and a missing top piece of the page both affecting text. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

An inspiration for the US ‘Buffalo nickel’ 290. Two Guns White Calf.

Blackfoot chief (1872–1934) best known for the durable though still-controversial claim that he served as one of models for sculptor James Earle Fraser in creating the composite Native American portrait on the ‘Buffalo’ nickel.

Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed in black ink with his three-character pictogram of two rifles and a horned calf. Reverse bears a collector’s notation of provenance which states “I really saw this man to-night and asked him to write his name on this card. A good looking Indian in full dress. It is his picture on the U. S. nickel. July 24, 1929.” In fine condition, with mild silvering to darker areas of image and background. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

292. Gideon Welles. Riggs & Co. bank check, filled out in another hand and signed by Welles, “Gideon Welles,” payable for $28.40, April 1, 1869. A two-cent revenue stamp is affixed to the upper left. Light scattered creases and mild soiling, and expected cancellation cuts and bank notations, one cut slightly affecting the signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“anthropos aei arithmetisei” 293. Hermann Weyl. German

mathematician and theoretical physicist (1885– 1955) and an associate of Einstein at Zurich and Princeton. AQS, in Greek, on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. Weyl writes: “anthropos aei arithmetisei,” which translates “to man does arithmetic,” or ‘humans are calculators,’ a variation on Gauss’ motto ‘O Theos arithmetisei’ (“God is a calculator” or “God is eternally calculating”). Signed at the conclusion, “Zurich, Switzerland, Sept 17,1952, Hermann Weyl.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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294. Harvey Washington Wiley. Noted chemist (1844–1930)

involved with the passage of the landmark Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906. ALS signed “H. W. Wiley,” one page, 8 x 11, Pleasant Valley Hotel letterhead, March 24, 1913.

Letter to Edwin A. Elsbach. In part: “The answer to your question can only be given by the Bureau of Animal Industry of the Department of Agriculture at Washington. My impression is that State certificates such as you describe would not be accepted for interstate purposes. Address Dr. A. D. Melvin Chief of Bureau of Animal Industry—Washington, D.C. for exact information.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, few light creases, and uniform toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

296. William Wrigley, Jr.

Founder of the Wrigley chewing gum company (1861–1932), he also held interests in hotels, mines, and the Chicago Cubs baseball team. TLS signed “Wm. Wrigley, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, July 15, 1929. Letter to an admirer. In full: “Mr. Wrigley is in receipt of yours of July 1st, and is pleased to comply with your request for his autograph by affixing his signature hereto.” In fine condition, with light toning working in from the borders, scattered soiling, some show-through from mounting remnants on reverse, and a newspaper photo of Wrigley affixed to the bottom, which could easily be matted out for clean display.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I was engrossed with the idea that the hexagon is more suited to human habitation (owing to easier circulation) than the habitual rectangle that accommodated the carpenter” 295. Frank Lloyd Wright. TLS signed “Frank,” one page, 7.25 x 8.5, Taliesin stationery, dated by recipient in the upper left, December 16, 1953.

Letter to Lewis Mumford. In full: “I love you just the same. Ill? Don’t get me wrong. I shall take my chastisement with my glory and few drops of blood on my forehead shall not mar the integrity of my love for the boy who wrote Sticks and Stones. He is one with me at the center of things. What a misfortune that you should have lived in one of the several houses where the house outran the client by too far. I was engrossed with the idea that the hexagon is more suited to human habitation (owing to easier circulation) than the habitual rectangle that accommodated the carpenter, and Paul’s intellectuality fooled both Paul and me. There are so many houses well conceived as proper homes for those who own them—let’s say 90%. The Lloyd Lewis for a perfect example.

Etc., Etc. Yes. Etc. But the way of advance in a home as a true (innate) work of Art is not smooth, as a matter of course, and regret, as you must see. I am committed to it, however, and so are you whether you know it or not and so is Sophie and so will Allison be. Our love to you all from where you should come see. N.B. But even the Hanna House was merciful compared to The Farnsworth?” Wright hand-corrected a few words, and added a large portion of the punctuation in blue ink. A central vertical fold, spot of soiling to the left border, and original ink and pencil notations, otherwise fine condition.

On his quest to design the new face of American architecture, Wright began to experiment with an unconventional shape: the hexagon. Begun in 1937, the Hanna House in Stanford, California was the first and arguably the best example of his innovative ‘honeycomb’ design, which eliminated right angles from the floor plan and allowed him to expand his open spatial vision into a more circular flow. While the house was regarded as an architectural masterpiece, the sixty 120 degree angles left the structure with very little shear wall support, sparking criticism that it was an unsafe and impractical design for a building on the San Andreas fault. (In 1989, the Loma Prieta earthquake severely damaged the house, beginning a massive renovation and resurfacing claims of its failure as a practical design.) Reminding Mumford of his myriad ‘successful’ homes—including the Lloyd Lewis House, built for the Chicago Daily News’s editor years prior—Wright remains unapologetic for the bumpy road this project took, “the way of advance in a home as a true (innate) work of Art is not smooth.” Ending with a quick comparison to Mies van der Rohe’s Farnsworth, another conceptually successful but practically unviable design, Wright adds another element of architectural interest to this already fascinating letter. An incredible piece addressing one of the crowning achievements in the pioneering architect’s career.

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297. Frank Abagnale

298. Alfred Adler

299. Yuri Andropov

300. Arctic Explorers

301. Nancy Astor

302. Joseph G. Cannon

303. Civil Rights

304. George Curzon

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305. Thomas Dewey

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306. DNA: James D. Watson

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308. Charles E. Duryea MB $100

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309. Anthony Eden MB $100

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307. DNA: James D. Watson MB $200

310. Thomas Franklin MB $100

311. Ernest and Julio Gallo MB $100

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312. David Lloyd George

313. Mikhail Gorbachev

314. Richard Halliburton

315. Armand Hammer

316. Armand Hammer

317. Edmund Hillary

318. Edmund Hillary

319. Jimmy Hoffa

320. J. Edgar Hoover

321. Bernardo Houssay

322. Julian Huxley

323. William P. Kellogg

324. Kennedy Assassination: Jim Garrison

325. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill

326. Kennedy Assassination: James Leavelle

327. Kennedy Assassination: M. Nick McDonald

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328. Abdelkrim el Khettabi

329. Fiorello LaGuardia

330. Thomas Lipton

331. Jean Lussier

332. Nelson Mandela

333. Imelda Marcos

334. Benito Mussolini

335. Nobel Laureates

336. Rosa Parks

337. Rosa Parks

338. Rosa Parks

339. Robert E. Peary

340. Enoch Powell

341. Queen Victoria

342. Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands

343. Mitt Romney

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344. Mitt Romney

345. Mitt Romney

346. Mitt Romney

347. Mitt Romney

348. Mitt Romney

349. Mitt Romney

350. Jonas Salk

351. Jonas Salk

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352. Jonas Salk

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353. Elizabeth Cady Stanton

354. Charles Sumner

355. Billy Sunday

356. Supreme Court

357. Edward Teller

358. Edward Teller

359. Daniel Webster

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military 360. Hap Arnold. General (1886– 1950) who helped develop the Air Force into a unified separate service.

Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.25 photo of Arnold in full military uniform, affixed to its original 10.5 x 13.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen “To M. Sgt. Sidney Ranger—Best wishes of H. H. Arnold.” Double matted and framed to an overall size of 19.5 x 23.75. Moderate silvering to darker areas of image and a few creases to mount, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150) 361. Claude Auchinleck. Souvenir typescript, signed “C. Auchinleck FM,” one page, 8.5 x 11. A typescript of the August 15, 1942, Order of the Day. In part: “It has been a great honor to have held direct command of the Eighth Army for nearly two months, and it is with great personal regret that I now leave you on the arrival of your new Army Commander…I thank you with all my heart for the magnificent way in which you have responded to the heavy calls I have made on you.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creasing and toning.

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Scarce signed photo of a commander of Sherman’s March to the Sea

363. Francis Preston Blair, Jr. American politi-

cian and Union Army general during the Civil War. He commanded a division in the Vicksburg campaign and in the fighting about Chattanooga, and was one of William T. Sherman’s corps commanders in the final campaigns in Georgia and the Carolinas. Original vintage 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Blair, by C. D. Fredricks & Co., signed at the bottom in black ink, “Frank P. Blair, Major Genl U.S. Vols.” A few light spots and surface dings, and a small caption and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. The first such signed photo of Blair we have seen, dating to after his promotion in November of 1863. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

364. Pierre Augereau. Marshal

362. George Rogers Clark. Virginia-born Revolutionary War officer (1752–1818) whose success in capturing crucial lands in the Northwest Territory greatly weakened British control and influence and earned him the sobriquet ‘Conqueror of the Old Northwest.’ Manuscript DS, signed “G R Clark,” one page, 6.5 x 3, December 7, 1786. Pay order reads at the top, with original spelling retained, “Buckner Pittman Dr to James Egnew 14 Days work at one Dollor a Day. 4:4:0.”

Under the pay order Pittman writes to Clark: “Sir Pleas to pay the above account and you will much obblige your fiend [sic, friend] to serve Buckner Pittman.” Signed at the bottom by Clark. Central vertical fold, scattered toning and soiling, some creases and wrinkles, and slight spreading to ink, otherwise very good condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

of France and Duke of Castiglione (1757–1816).

Two items: ALS, in French, signed “Augereau,” one page, both sides, 7.75 x 10, March 6, 1805. Letter to General Dongelot. In part (translated): “I received from the Emperor the order to go to the Camp at Brest…Have my escorts prepared…When you get this letter go and see the Prefect Caffarelli and insist on obtaining lodging for me…Tell him that the Minister of War is going to Write him and that the Minister of the Navy, with Whom I spoke yesterday at the Emperor’s, didn’t seem opposed to the idea.” also and a handwritten endorsement, in French, signed “Augereau,” which reads, “Seen by me Commanding Divisonary General, Div. No. 1.,” on a one-page document countersigned by General Antoine Cosson and dated November 7, 1794, attesting to the faithful service and loyal republicanism of Lt. Mistre and grants him a medical discharge. Signed by Murat and eight other members of the Administrative Council of the Army of the Eastern Pyrenees.

Document presents two attractive red wax seals. In very good condition, with ink erosion to signature on letter, and expected folds, toning, and creasing to both. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I don’t want to wait to announce to you that I am making all preparations to resume hostilities” 365. Guillaume Brune. LS in

French, signed “Brune,” one page, 8 x 12, Republique Francaise letterhead, February 10, 1801. Letter to Citizen Bonaparte, Minister Plenipotentiary to the Congress of Luneville. In part (translated): “Your courrier returned…to headquarters in Udinem without having been able to transmit to Bellegarde [Austrian general, later marshal] Count Cobentzl’s dispatch and the dispatch in which I gave formal notice of the cession of Mantua… An aide-de-camp brings Bellegarde’s reply (dated Feb. 7) to me today. He says he replied on Feb. 5 and declares that he will delay the cession of Mantua until an officer of his general staff makes a report to me. That officer hasn’t arrived yet and I don’t want to wait to announce to you that I am making all preparations to resume hostilities…Nevertheless it is difficult for me to believe that they would want to backtrack on such a solemn treaty which aims to prove Austria’s good intentions and which holds such glorious promise in the clauses for peace that you are negotiating.”

In very good condition, with vertical creases, a few passing through signature, scattered light toning and creasing, and some light edge wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

366. Samuel W. Crawford.

Army surgeon and Union general (1829–1892) who was on duty during the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter to start the Civil War and later led troops in support of Col. Strong Vincent at Little Round Top. Original carte-de-visite portrait with a stunningly crisp image, 2.5 x 4, by Leon Van Loo, signed at the bottom in purple ink, “S. W. Crawford, Bv. Maj. Genl.” Mild toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

367. John Dix. Union general (1798–1879), senator, and secretary of the treasury under Buchanan who famously issued the Civil War order in New Orleans that, ‘If anyone attempts to haul down the American flag, shoot him on the spot.’ Original carte-de-visite portrait, 2.25 x 3.5,

by Brady’s National Photographic Portrait Galleries, signed below the image in black ink, “John A. Dix.” In fine condition, with a trimmed top edge and slight silvering to the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Ignorant men are always the ready tools of demagogues” 368. Abner Doubleday. ALS signed “Abner Doubleday, Bvt. Major General, U.S.

Army,” one page, 4.5 x 7, May 10, 1887. Letter to Alice N. Burk. In full: “While there were many men of ability and genius at the South, the census returns for 1860 showed a startling amount of illiteracy in the masses. On the Eastern Shore of Maryland not one in seven could read and write. This had much to do with bringing on the great civil war: for ignorant men are always the ready tools of demagogues.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity and grading from PSA/DNA, who give the autograph a grade of 9. Devoting much of his post-bellum career to scholarly pursuits, publishing two important works on the Civil War and providing accounts of his finest moments on the battlefields, the former Union general held literacy as an integral part of developed society. Reflecting on the poorly educated pre-war South, this letter to New Jersey teacher Alice Burk is a powerful statement against the dangers of illiteracy.

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“I was brought up in a book store and early imbibed a taste for reading” 369. Abner Doubleday. Union general (1819–1893). Famous for his

association with the invention of the game of baseball. ALS, one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.75, November 20, 1887. Letter about his upbringing.

In part: “You ask for some information as to how I passed my youth. I was brought up in a book store and early imbibed a taste for reading. I was fond of poetry and art and much interested in mathematical studies. In my outdoor sports I was addicted to topographical work and even as a boy amused myself by making maps of the country around my father’s residence which was in Auburn Cayuga Co N.Y. He was a bookseller & editor there.” In fine condition, with mild toning and trivial soiling. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Facing the first winter of the War Between the States, the Confederate colonel reveals, “The winter overcoats, under clothing, shoes and caps are more needed than other articles” 370. Randall Lee Gibson. As colonel of the 13th Louisiana Infantry, he fought at the Battle of Shiloh. After being promoted to brigadier general on January 11, 1864, he fought at the Battle of Atlanta and the Franklin and Nashville Campaign. War-dated ALS signed “Randall Lee Gibson, Col. 13th Regiment La Vols, Ruggles Brigade,” two pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 10, November 29, 1861. Letter to General Daniel Ruggles. In part: “I have the honour, in compliance with your suggestion, to forward such requisitions as are needed to place this Regiment in thorough condition. The winter overcoats, under clothing, shoes and caps are more needed than other articles. It is at present provided with one suit throughout—but there can be no change either of under clothing or shoes and their caps are much worn.” Gibson’s postscript, signed “R. L. Gibson,” reads: “Capt. King Adjt. Says Col. Tell the Genl.

For Genl. Hoke to come to Columbus and assume command of the Louisiana Troops and I fully sympathise with his feelings.” Second page has been inlaid to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with postscript and second signature light, but legible. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

371. Laurent de Gouvion Saint-Cyr. French commander in the

French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars who rose to Marshal of France and Marquis. LS in French, signed “Gouvion Saint-Cyr,” one page, 7.75 x 12, Armee Du Rhin letterhead, January 10, 1796. Letter to Division General Marceau [Francois Severin Marceau-Desgraviers], mortally wounded the same year. In part (translated): “You will find enclosed a letter from General Pichegru for General Jourdan. I ask you to have him send the Left of my Division to occupy the village of Silberkircham to join your Right…so that communication between these two armies can be established by these two positions.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered foxing. Accompanied by a certificate testifying to the Republican values of Grenadier Bulliat, signed by 13 members of “the Avant-Garde of the Army of the Rhine,” Sept. 26, 1794, with a water-colored vignette of a horse and rider brandishing his sword in a charge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Near the beginning of the French Revolution, Lafayette appoints a National Guard officer 372. Marquis de Lafayette. Partly-printed

DS, in French, signed “Lafayette,” one page, 9.25 x 13.75, September 1, 1789. Brevet appointment of Mathurin Ganieu as Lieutenant.

Signed near the bottom

by Lafayette, as Commanding General of the Paris National Guard and also signed by the mayor of Paris JeanSylain Bailly and Joseph Leonard Poirey, Lafayette’s secretary and aide-de-camp. Poirey served with Lafayette in America and was a member of the Society of the Cincinnati. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, several old repairs to reverse of folds, and scattered toning and creasing. The paper seal at the bottom is worn, but intact. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

373. Jean-Baptiste Jourdan. French mili-

tary officer (1762–1833) who Napoleon named a Marshal of France. ALS in French, signed “Jourdan,” one page, 8.25 x 12.75, Etat-Major General letterhead, September 18, 1799. Letter to General Dejean of the Engineering Corps. In part (translated): “The bridge established at Urdingen will remain.

The same for the bridge at Cologne. I ask you to speed up as much as you can the establishment of a bridge at Bonn. There is a 4th bridge established at NeuWied; I’ve just given the order to establish a 5th one too with the boats and materiel we found behind the island of Falendar. Once the Bonn bridge is established I see no impediment to sending over the River Horses.” A contemporary note lists the Rhine bridges at Andernach, Remagen, Bonn, and Cologne. Intersecting folds, scattered creases, toning, foxing, and soiling, paper loss to the upper right where a wax seal was once affixed, and a small tear to the upper right corner, otherwise very good condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Important letter on the “evil subjects of the Emigres who are roving through the Palatine villages attempting to taint and debauch my soldiers” 374. Francois Christophe de Kellermann. French military

commander, later the Général d’Armée, and a Marshal of France (1735–1820). Compelling LS in French, signed “Kellermann,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 12.25, September 13, 1791.

Letter to General Duportail, Minister of War, regarding the activities and plans of the Emigre Army, then allied with the Prussians and Austrians. Kellermann writes of the measures he has taken against insults to the tricolor cockade and “evil subjects of the Emigres who are roving through the Palatine villages attempting to taint and debauch my soldiers.” In part (translated): “By the news received here since the 10th, from Worms, you are to understand that this town is obeying the tenor of my letter of the 22nd, last month, owing to the circumspect manners they have begun to exhibit…Reports go on to say that M. de Conde [leader of the Emigres] has been to Coblentz to see M. le Comte D’Artois, [later Charles X of France] and he returned on the fifth to Worms, with the Prince of Nassau. Gonde arrived at Worms having fully learned of the outcome of the journey of Artois to the courts of Vienna and Berlin. The Emigres say that he has presented a report to the Emperor [of Austria] and the King [of Prussia] concerning the situation of the King [Louis XVl.]…Four Regiments of Prussians have left from Silesia to go to Westphalia and a regt. of Hussars from Berlin for the same destination. Twelve regts. more are also on the road to the Rhine and I am assured that Austrian troops are also on the road to the Rhine. The Emigres are forming companies at Worms and its envisions to the number of 6 of horse and 7 of foot. The Regt. of Berwick is commanded by M. de Fitzgerald, at Meuwiel, four leagues from Coblentz.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and a mild shade of toning. Exiled noblemen hoped to invade France, overthrow the Revolution and rescue King Louis XVI. In 1792, at the Battle of Valmy, Kellermann decisively defeated the invaders and saved France. Kellermann was later created Duke of Valmy by Napoleon in honor of this event. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 84 | November 14, 2012 | MILITARY

Writing in 1861 of the “terrible national calamity impending over us,” Lee reflects “Yet how happy are the dead, & how much distress have they been spared” 375. Robert E. Lee. Incredible war-dated ALS signed “R. E. Lee,”

three lightly-lined pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, May 11, 1861. Letter to his cousin Jane B. Peter. In part: “I have thought of you & Cousin Washington very often & the terrible national calamity impending over us, was not sufficient, heavy as I feel it to be, to turn my thoughts from you in your time of sorrow. I joined in your grief dear Cousin Jane, sympathized in your affliction. Yet how happy are the dead, & how much distress have they been spared! May God enable you to bear yours….I presume you have heard of the embarassing [sic] situation of O. It is a high handed measure, which I suppose they rely upon the exigencies of war to justify, & which I fear will be appealed to on both sides for approval of many enormities before this war shall end. You have no cause of congratulation Cousin Jane, I am long to say for the position I at present occupy. If I had the ability I have not the means to accomplish what is desired. You will see then that I need all of your kind consideration.

I am much obliged for your invitation to May. On the 9th she was still at A. The girls had gone to the interior. With much love to Cousin W & your children.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Lee’s hand to “Mrs. Peter, Washington Peter Esqr., Linwood, Ellicotts Mills P. A., Maryland.” In fine condition, with a couple small separations along intersecting horizontal and vertical folds and hinge.

Lee wrote this letter to his cousin in May 1861, only weeks after resigning

his commission in the Union army and taking command of the Virginia state militia. As this correspondence indicates, the decision to side with his state continued to agonize him. Privately, he had denounced secession as revolution, and desired a peaceful resolution between the North and South. ‘I can anticipate no greater calamity for the country than a dissolution of the Union,’ he had written to his son. But by the spring of 1861, the “terrible national calamity” was imminent and he chose to stand by his native Virginia.

His decision had almost immediate consequences, beginning with the loss of his home. The “embarassing situation of O” likely refers to his wife’s cousin, Orton W. Williams, who alerted her that Union forces would soon occupy the Lee estate in Arlington. Concerned with the safety of his family, Lee urged his wife and daughters to leave the mansion overlooking the Potomac. “The girls had gone to the interior” while his wife managed the removal of family heirlooms to safety. Soon after, in what Lee terms a “high handed measure,” the Union Army occupied the Lee estate, using the mansion as the headquarters of the Union Army of Northeastern Virginia. Lee never set foot on the property again.

Lee letters of this significance rarely come to market, and his candid discussion of the impending conflict and the loss of his family estate make this an exceptionally desirable example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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376. Charles ‘Chinese’ Gordon. British general (1833–

380. Peyton C. March. AQS,

1885) who, in 1860, crushed the Taiping Rebellion in China, earning the nickname ‘Chinese.’

Ink signature, “Charles George Gordon,” on a light blue slip.

Slip is matted with an original cabinet photo by Dighton’s Art Studio, to an overall size of 6 x 8. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

377. James Longstreet. Ink

signature, “James Longstreet,” on an off-white 4 x 2.25 card.

Framed with a photo of Longstreet to an overall size of 5.5 x 7.5. In fine condition, with light rectangular toning over signature from previous display.

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in pencil, on an off-white 7.75 x 5 sheet of War Department, Office of the Chief of Staff stationery.

March writes: “Whatever may be the present ground held by the Germans; Whatever sacrifices of men the situation must entail, the Allies will see it through and will win.” Signed at the conclusion, “P. C. March Chief of Staff.” Matted and framed with a 5.25 x 8.75 photo, signed and inscribed to Charles R. Michael, to an overall size of 10.25 x 18.25. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold to quote, a couple light pencil notations, and some light soiling.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

381. George C. Marshall.

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ink “To Mrs. Emma Bracken, with my best wishes, G. C. Marshall.” Scattered creases to borders and mild overall toning from previous display, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

378. Douglas MacArthur.

TLS, one page, 8 x 6, February 2, 1956. Brief letter to a well-wisher.

In full: “Thank you for your birthday greeting. I appreciate your thoughtfulness more than I can say.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases, mild toning to the right side, and trimmed top and bottom edges. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

382. George B. McClellan. Hand-ad-

dressed address panel, 5.5 x 2.25, addressed by McClellan to “Mr. Maepherses, 12 Vicolo di Alibriti, Rome,” and signed in the lower left, “Geo. B. McClellan.” Some light show-though and toning from adhesive on reverse, and some scattered light creases, otherwise fine condition.

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379. Joseph K. F. Mansfield. Union general (1803–1862) who commanded the XII Corps at the battle of Antietam, where, seeing his raw recruits waver, he rode into the fray where the action was the hottest. Mansfield was shot down and died from his wounds the next day. Original cartede-visite portrait, 2.5 x 4.25, by the Union Photographic Gallery, signed below the image in black ink, “Jos. K. F. Mansfield.” In very good condition, with light scattered soiling, slight silvering, and clipped corners. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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Marshall calls for reinforcements after overestimating the size of Garfield’s 1862 invasion force at Pound Gap 383. Humphrey Marshall. Brigadier general

in the Confederate States Army and a Confederate Congressman during the American Civil War. War-dated LS signed “H. Marshall, Brig. Genl.

Comg,” two lightly-lined light blue pages, 7 x 9, March 18, 1862. Letter to Colonel A. C. Moore of the 29th regiment of Virginia volunteers. In full: “Capt Stratton reported to me last night that the enemy had driven Thompson’s battalion from Pound Gap….if true the enemy will press on probably towards the river, and it becomes our duty to be prepared to meet him. One of your companies, under Capt. Wells, was in Wise…and you will direct its immediate return to your camp; as also you will so far as practicable gather in your officers and men who are on short furloughs. No more leaves of absence will be granted…Report your whole strength—your actual present strength in camp fit for duty—your absent with leave—and without leave—your sick present and absent. Have an inspection of your arms and accoutrements and inform me of the number of surplus arms in your possession. Also, the state and condition of the ammunition in your charge and its kind and quality. Hold your command in readiness to move, with three days rations, at an hours warning.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning, mainly along folds and edges.

Early in 1862, Union officer and future president James Garfield decided to move toward the Confederate-controlled Pound Gap on the border of Virginia and Kentucky. After gathering sufficient intelligence, he set off with 600 men, launching their attack on March 16 and forcing a retreat of Southern forces. Two days later, Marshall dispatched this letter—and although he had no “official” word, he soon learned that “the enemy had driven Thompson’s battalion from Pound Gap.” While issuing the call here for reinforcements from local militia, Marshall ultimately downplayed the strategic significance of Pound Gap—a site he had once deemed vitally important. A fascinating piece of Civil War history.

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“Lincoln it appears has taken possession of Alexandria” 385. Matthew F. Maury.

384. George C. Marshall. TLS signed “G. C. Marshall,” one page, 7 x 9.25, Secretary of Defense letterhead, stamp-dated December 5, 1950. Letter to the Secretary of the Treasury. In part: “I concur with the recommendation…for the appointment of Rear Admiral N. H. Leslie, Coast Guard member of the Civilian Components Policy Board.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Naval officer and oceanographer (1806–1873) who published the first textbook of modern oceanography. ALS signed “M. F. Maury,” one page, 5 x 8, Richmond, May 24, 1861. Letter to Confederate admiral Franklin Buchanan. In part: “Lincoln it appears has taken possession of Alexandria—5000 at 5 am…I suppose we shall ‘up & at ‘em’ soon.” Intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, light scattered creases, and a few spots of soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I received news of the verdict against Jean-Baptiste Guillan… sentenced to two years in chains” 388. Edouard Mortier.

386. George B. McClellan. ALS signed “Geo. B. McClellan,” two

pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, no date. Letter to Judge Daly.

In full: “In reference to your very kind enquiry of last evening I am very glad to say that I am disengaged for the 7th, 8th & 9th of Feby and will be happy to accept your invitation for either of these days–if agreeable to you. We now expect to go to Washington in the beginning of the following week.” In fine condition, with horizontal and vertical mailing fold and a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

French general and Marshal of France under Napoleon (1768–1835).

Tw o l e t t e r s .

LS, in French, signed “Ed. Mortier,” one page, 8 x 12.5, July 27, 1800. Letter to Lazarne Carnot, Minister of War. In part (translated): “I received, Citizen Minister, your letter of 7 thermidor informing me that the First Consul has named…Citizen Villers Captain of lnfantry…as Adjutant…replacing Citizen Frere who has entered into the Consular Guard.” LS, in French, signed “Le Mal. Duc de Trevise,” one page, 8 x 12.5, March 4, 1835, just one week before his assassination. In part (translated): “General, I received news of the verdict against Jean-Baptiste Guillan, Sergeant in the 6601 Regiment of the Line sentenced to two years in chains by the 2nd Council of War of the Occupation Corps you command for his acts of assault and battery against the inhabitants…I am Waiting for the King’s orders concerning the condemned man.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds to both, as well as some scattered mild toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

389. Michel Ney.

387. Jean-Victor Moreau. French general (1763–1813) who helped Napoleon to power, but later became a rival and was banished to the United States. ALS in French, signed “Moreau,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 9, Armee du Rhin letterhead, January 6, 1801. Letter to General Count de Chasteter. In part (translated): “General Guillaume’s march can only be attributed to the general’s then having no knowledge of the terms of the armistice which only the General-in-Chief of the Army of the Grisons could send to him…l ask you to inform Lt. General Baron de Hiller of my firm determination to have enforced the terms of the armistice I have just concluded. I have also written to General Nansouty...” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and a bit of light toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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French soldier and military commander during the French Revolutionary Wars and the Napoleonic Wars (1769–1815). He was one of the original 18 Marshals of France created by Napoleon.

LS in French, signed “Ney,” one page, 7.25 x 9, February 3, 1815.

Letter to the Minister of War Marshal Soult. In part (translated): “I have the honor of presenting to you a memoir addressed to Your Excellency

by Mr. Cochelet, ex-intendant of the armies…Cochelet, Intendant of Silesia during the occupation of that province by my troops in the 1813 campaign, always gave proof of his zeal and talent. He is worthy of your favorable consideration.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and several dockets, stamps, and notations to edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

The future general gets published in the Mounted Service School yearbook: “I just got through writing an article on the sword” 390. George S. Patton. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 6.75, Mounted Service School letterhead, no date, but March 1915. Letter to his mother. In part (with grammar and spelling retained): “You and Pa must be regular hollers in the roadster and yet Pa swore he had no use for it. Nothing very exciting has happened here this week…As we start polo tomorrow one of my ponies had to go lame to day I hope it is nothing serious…I just got through writing an article on the sword for the rasp [the student yearbook] and will mail you a copy tomorrow it is only fairly good. If it dries out sufficiently Mr. Palmer and I are going Coyote hunting Saturday we have to go now as soon the salter will be in the fields and then we cannot hunt.” In fine condition, with a vertical fold through a single letter of signature. Accompanied by a photocopy of the front of the original mailing envelope. Patton was appointed the school’s first Master of the Sword. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 391. William Edward Parry. English rear-ad-

miral and Arctic explorer (1790–1855). ALS signed “W Parry,” one page, lightlylined, 4.5 x 7, April 22, 1842.

Letter to A. Kendall. In full: “I beg leave to acknowledge the receipt of your note of Saturday, which has just been delivered to me; and I trust that this will be sufficient to answer the purpose you have in view.”

In fine condition, with a few creases and light pencil notations to top. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

392. John James Peck. Handwritten

endorsement on the reverse of a ‘List of Absentees’ missing from duty from three volunteer armies. In full: “This paper is in response to a circular from Division Head Qurs.—Parties have been sent to the city and in other quarters for these men. Every thing is being done to reduce the ill results of pay day with the volunteers.” Two vertical folds, with slight separation to one, and light scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

A triumphant Pershing addresses a joint session of Congress

393. John J. Pershing. Vintage glossy 5.75 x 4 photo of Persh-

ing addressing Congress after World War I, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to New York Times Washington correspondent Charles Michael “To Chas. R. Michael, with best regards, John J. Pershing.”

In fine condition, with a bit of light silvering and a few small spots to emulsion, visible only at an angle. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

394. Matthew Ridgway.

ANS signed “MR,” one page, 5 x 2.75, January 14, 1985.

In full: “No comment on the Patton-Clark incident. Both were outstanding leaders.”

Card is affixed to an identical size mailing label In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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The Rebel general rebukes an officer’s critique: “The subject of controversy must be mustered in for the war or else the conscripts must be surrendered to the Confederate Army” 395. Gideon Pillow. Lawyer, politician,

and Confederate general in the American Civil War, best remembered for his poor performance at the Battle of Fort Donelson.

War-dated LS signed “Gid. J. Pillow, Brig Gen C.S.A. Superintendant Brig,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.25, September 24, 1863. Letter to an unidentified general. In part: “…I regret to see a disposition on your part to charge the officers in command of this Bureau with bad faith….the objections raised by you are of no avail. You will see from that decision of the War Department that the view I originally held is sustained by the Government and that the forces of Mississippi the subject of controversy must be mustered in for the war or else the conscripts must be surrendered to the Confederate Army and mustered in for the army….if Maj. Davenport’s command chooses to go into the Confederate Service for the war in preference to remaining in the six months service, I should feel surprised at your objecting to a proportion manifested so beneficial to the common cause of our country.” Intersecting folds, scattered light toning, mainly to folds and left edge, and some light chipping along left edge, otherwise fine condition.

For the remainder of 1863 and into 1864, Pillow successfully headed the Volunteer and Conscript Bureau for much of the Deep South, helping to fill the ranks of General Joseph E. Johnston’s army. However, Pillow continued to be viewed as a high-ranking officer who was prone to overstepping his authority and to alienating both superiors and subordinates—a tendency he demonstrates here. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

396. John Pope. ALS signed “Jno. Pope,

Brig. Genl,” one page, 4.5 x 7.5, Headquarters, Department of the Missouri letterhead, Fort Leavenworth, May 23, 1879. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “In compliance with your request, I take pleasure in sending you what you ask.” Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger off-white sheet. In fine condition, with a light pencil notation to the lower left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

397. Carl Schurz. German-born Union general (1829–1906) who served as secretary of the interior under President Rutherford B. Hayes. Original gilt-edged 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo, signed on the mount in black ink, “C. Schurz, Maj. Genl.”

In fine condition, with some crazing to the emulsion. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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398. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna.

Mexican general and politician (1794–1876) best known in the US for his role in the Mexican-American War and the slaughter of scores of Americans at the Alamo.

LS in Spanish, signed “A. L. de Sta Anna,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, Mexico, June 2, 1853. Untranslated letter in Spanish to a friend. In very good condition, with intersecting folds slightly affecting the signature, scattered creases, light uniform toning, and a few areas of soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

399. Carl Schurz. German-born Union general (1829–1906) who served as secretary of the interior under President Rutherford B. Hayes. ALS signed “C. Schurz,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, black-bordered stationery letterhead, July 12, 1876.

Letter to H. P. Kimble. In part: “I regret to say that I cannot promise you to be with you on Sept. 14th. I shall be actively engaged in the political campaign and my movements will therefore be governed by the exigencies of the canvas.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning and soiling, light pencil notations to top edge, light creasing, and two small holes to first page of letter. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

402. Winfield Scott. Original carte-de-visite portrait, 2.25 x 4,

by Rockwood, signed below the image in black ink, “Winfield Scott, 1863.” Scott has added a twice-signed ANS on the reverse: “To his friend—Mrs. Dixon, the undersigned comes greeting, Winfield Scott, Winfield Scott, 1863.” Scattered foxing and soiling, primarily to the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

400. Joseph Shelby. Bank

check, 7.75 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Shelby, payable to Cave J. Kirtley for $3000.00, January 31, 1859. In very good condition, with several vertical folds, light edge wear and toning, and two vertical ink cancellations to front, one over first name of signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

403. Philip H. Sheridan. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of

401. William T. Sherman. Ink signature, “W. T. Sherman, General,”

on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card. Light toning and some mounting residue to the corners from previous display, pinholes to each corner tip, and a couple light pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Sheridan in his military uniform, by H. Rocher of Chicago, signed in the lower border in black ink, “P. H. Sheridan, Lieut. General.”

Also signed and inscribed on the reverse, “Mr. Thomas Donaldson, Compliments, P. H. Sheridan, Lieut. General,” and endorsed at the bottom, “Plans exchanged, P. H. S.” In very good condition, with some marks, spots, and silvering to the finish, the image slightly faded, light soiling to the lower border, a ding to the upper right corner, and a few pencil notations to the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 91

404. William T. Sherman. Ink signature, “W.

T. Sherman, General,” on an off-white card.

Matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Sherman to an overall size of 10 x 15.5. In very good condition, with a mild block of toning over signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

405. William T. Sherman. Riggs

& Co. bank check, 7.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed

by Sherman, “W. T. Sherman,” payable to Mrs. Genl Sherman for $408, February 25, 1881. Endorsed by his wife on the reverse, “(Ellen Ewing Sherman), Mrs. Genl Sherman.” A central vertical fold, light toning to the right border, expected cancellation cuts, and a slight brush to ink in the dollar amount, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

406. Henry W. Slocum. Union general who fought at Gettysburg and accompanied Sherman on his March to the Sea. Ink signature, “H. W. Slocum, Maj Genl., Comg Army Georgia,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.75 card. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 407. George Miller Sternberg.

TLS signed “Geo. M. Sternberg,” one page, 10.5 x 7.75, stamped War Department, Surgeon General’s Office letterhead, March 10, 1896. Response to a question regarding payment of civilian physicians, typed on the reverse of the initial letter of inquiry. Scattered creases and toning, a few original ink stamps and notations, and some show-through from writing on opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

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408. Isaac I. Stevens. First Governor of the Washington Territory

(1818–1862), United States Congressman, and a brigadier general in the Union Army during the American Civil War until his death at the Battle of Chantilly. He was appointed posthumously to the grade of major general of volunteers and was also involved with the early development and land acquisition for the Northern Pacific Railway— the main line which later opened all the way from the Great Lakes to the Pacific. Rare bust portrait of Stevens on a 6.5 x 8.75 sheet of sensitized paper made from the collodian negative, circa 1857, signed under the image in black ink, “Isaac I. Stevens,” with “Washn Terr’y,” in another hand under his signature. Hair and facial features have been retouched and page is affixed to a slightly larger sheet.

Aforementioned retouching and scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

409. Charles Stewart. ALS signed “Chs.

Stewart,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, January 27, 1843. Letter to John B. Nicolson.

In part: “I am not going to Madeira, which would enable me to take charge of your letter to the Consul, and receive the box of Feather Flowers you desire.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, two passing through signature, and scattered mild toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

410. Viscount Edmund Allenby

411. Atomic Bomb

412. Band of Brothers

413. Bockscar

414. Omar Bradley

415. James Doolittle

416. Robert Eichelberger

417. Enola Gay

420. Flying Tigers

421. Joe Foss

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418.

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Enola Gay: Tom Ferebee MB $100

422.

Iwo Jima: Charles Lindberg MB $100

419.

Enola Gay: Paul Tibbets MB $100

423. Korean War MB $100

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424. Douglas MacArthur MB $100

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425. Douglas MacArthur MB $100

426. George C. Marshall

429. John Pope

MB $100

427. Memphis Belle: Robert Morgan MB $100

430. Eddie Rickenbacker

MB $100

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432. Charles Sweeney and Don Albury MB $100

433. U. S. Aces MB $100

428. Chester W. Nimitz MB $100

431. Christian F. Schilt MB $100

434. Victoria Cross Recipients MB $100

435. Zemke’s Wolf Pack MB $100

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space & aviation Bat made in honor of the first man on the moon, signed by his crewmates 436. Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. Official Adirondack Neil Armstrong model baseball bat signed in blue felt tip on the barrel by Buzz

Aldrin and Michael Collins. In fine condition, with Aldrin signing over portion of the label. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

437. Buzz Aldrin. Special edition of Life magazine

from 1969 commemorating the Apollo 11 moon landing, featuring an image of Aldrin on the cover, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Aldrin, and again on the first page next to an image of his boot. Aldrin also prints his name at the beginning of the caption describing the photo, crossing out Neil Armstrong’s name. A James Spence authentication label affixed to inside of front cover, some light toning and creasing, and a musty odor, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Crew-signed Apollo 8 philatelic program honoring their biblical quote

438. Buzz Aldrin. Printed tran-

script, approximately 80 pages (with about 10 missing pages), 8.5 x 11, of the “Hearing On NASA’s Long-Range Goal In Space,” held on July 22, 1987, signed along the top edge of the cover sheet, “Buzz Aldrin,” listing the missing pages at the bottom. A few smalls stains to cover and expected handling wear, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

440. Apollo 8. Apollo 8 com-

439. Buzz Aldrin. Signed

book: Magnificent Desolation.

Limited edition of 500 copies (This being No. 221).

Reno, Nevada: Jack Bacon and Company, 2009. Hardcover, 8.25 x 8.25. Signed on an opening page in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. An extraordinary collection of more than 50 photographs from the historic Apollo 11 mission; this volume is privately printed and differs from Aldrin’s similarly titled autobiography. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

memorative stamp First Day of Issue ceremony program, held at the Rice Hotel in Houston, Texas, on May 5, 1969, 6 x 9, two pages.

Signed on the front cover in ink and felt tip by James Lovell, Frank Borman, and Bill Anders.

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

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441. Buzz Aldrin. Iconic color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin on the surface of the moon, signed in blue felt tip, “First Lunar Landing, Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

442. Apollo 9. Glossy 8 x

10 NASA photo of the Apollo 9 crew presenting Vice President Spiro Agnew with a flag carried on the mission, signed in black felt tip by Rusty Schweickart, green felt tip by Jim McDivitt, and in black felt tip by Spiro Agnew. Scattered light surface marks, creases, and impressions, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Shepard joins the Apollo 8 crew in the presentation of their commemorative stamp 443. Apollo 8 and Alan Shepard. Apollo 8 commemorative stamp First Day of Issue ceremony program, held at the Rice Hotel in Houston, Texas, on May 5, 1969, 6 x 9, two pages. Signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Alan Shepard and on the inside cover in felt tip by James Lovell, Frank Borman, and Bill Anders. Program also bears another felt tip signature above the first day of issue stamp. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

444. Apollo 11. Three color satin-finish individual photos of each member of the Apollo 11 crew posing in their space suits against

a lunar background, signed in blue ballpoint by Neil Armstrong and in black ink by Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. In fine condition, with a light bit of irregular emulsion to the top edge of each image. A great set of uninscribed images. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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445. Apollo 11. Uncancelled Apollo 11 ‘Type 1’ insurance cover, having no stamps or postal cancellations, signed on the reverse in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. In fine condition. Cover originates from the collection of an employee in the crew quarters and signatures date to 1969-1970. Also accompanied by another unsigned and uncancelled cover, three color NASA photos of the crew and mission, an Apollo 11 patch, and a NASA patch.` Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The First Lunar Landing as told by the Astronauts 446. Apollo 11. Commemorative program entitled

“The First Lunar Landing as told by the Astronauts,” celebrating the 20th anniversary of the event, 9 x 12, 24 pages, signed in black ink on the back cover by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. Scattered rubbing to front cover, some light toning and soiling to back cover, mild handling wear, and slight feathering to Collins’s signature, otherwise fine condition. NASA’s Office of Public Affairs capitalized on the achievements of the successful Apollo 11 mission by releasing a commemorative program that transcribed a post-flight press conference held by Armstrong, Aldrin, and Collins. Any complete crew signed item from the most famous of moon missions is highly prized by collectors. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Superb uninscribed Apollo 11 crew portrait boasting 1969-era signatures 447. Apollo 11. Fabulous uninscribed color

10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 11 crew posing in their white spacesuits before a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins.

In fine condition, with a light surface crease above Armstrong’s head. These are 1969-style signatures, likely signed the same year as the first lunar landing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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448. Apollo 12. Com-

memorative cover with a cachet honoring the second moon landing, with a November 19, 1969, Cape Canaveral, Florida postmark (the day of the mission’s lunar landing), signed in black ink and ballpoint by Dick Gordon, Alan Bean, and Charles Conrad. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

449. Apollo 15. Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the Apollo 15 mission, with a July 30, 1971, Houston, Texas postmark, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 450. Apollo 17. Com-

memorative cover with a cachet of the Apollo 17 mission insignia, with a December 19, 1972, Titusville, Florida postmark, signed in black ink

by Gene Cernan, in blue ink by Ron Evans, and in black ballpoint by Harrison Schmitt. In fine condition, with some mild haloing to Schmitt’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

452. Neil Armstrong. Color 8 x

10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit against a lunar background, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip “To Robert Gerundo, Best wishes, Neil Armstrong.”

In fine condition, with a couple light edge creases and Armstrong’s signature and inscription a shade or two light, but still completely legible. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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453. Neil Armstrong. Highly desirable uninscribed color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white spacesuit with his helmet by his side, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) 454. Neil Armstrong.

Fantastic vintage ballpoint signature, “Neil Armstrong,” on a light green 5.25 x 4.5 album page with a collector’s notation indicating that it was signed on January 14, 1974. In fine condition, with trivial toning to the edges and some light show-through from signature on the reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

455. Neil Armstrong.

Superior ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Don Dowart, Neil Armstrong,” on an offwhite 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. The inscription can be easily matted out. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

456. Neil Armstrong.

Felt tip signature and inscription, “To Nels—Neil Armstrong,” on a white 5.5 x 3.25 card with a first man on the moon postage stamp affixed to the lower right corner, as well as a United Arab Emirates postage stamp affixed above. In fine condition. Collector’s notation on reverse indicates signature was received on March 3, 1977. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

457. Neil Armstrong. Desirable color

satin-finish 5 x 7 uninscribed photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few scattered light bends and creases, not detracting from overall appearance.

Originally obtained in July 1986, by the manager of the Holiday Inn in Ottawa, Canada when Armstrong was a conference guest speaker. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely scarce Armstrong single-signed ball

460. Neil Armstrong. Official Rawlings National League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on a side panel. Ball comes with a custom display stand with a small space suit portrait of Armstrong. In very good condition, with uniform toning to ball, not detracting from the boldness of the signature. A very uncommon and presentable format.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 461.

458. Neil Armstrong. Color 4 x 5.75 deckle-edge postcard photo of Armstrong posing in his space suit against a lunar background, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Jeff Porosky—Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with a couple light corner creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Astronauts.

Signed book: The Greatest Adventure. Later printing. Australia: C. Pierson, 1994. Hardcover with dustjacket, 9.75 x 13, 224 pages.

Signed on a limited edition bookplate affixed to the first free end page, #246/2000, by Scott Carpenter, Charles Conrad, Tom Stafford, Alan Bean, Ed Gibson, and Sally Ride. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

459. Neil Armstrong. Signed book: First on the Moon.

First edition. Boston: Little, Brown and Company, 1970.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.75, 511 pages. Signed in black ballpoint on an inside image of Armstrong in the lunar module after his walk on the moon. Autographic condition: in fine condition, with some light dampstaining to bottom of signed page. Book condition: G/G. Black cloth-covered boards; extensive water-damage, mostly effecting second half of book (interior and exterior); several pages gently creased at lower corner; light foxing; shaken; previous owner’s gift inscription to half-title. Dust jacket has heavy water-damage and staining to entire back half; small chips/tears and creases along edges; slightly yellowed; rubbed and soiled. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 99

Seven noted aviators, including Curtiss, Eckener, and Bleriot from The World in the Air

462. Neil Armstrong. 1969 Chicago Tribune honoring the first lunar landing souvenir newspaper supplement from the August 13, 1969, Chicago Tribune, 14 x 21.5, eight pages. Front cover features a breathtaking photo, taken by Neil Armstrong, of Buzz Aldrin on the lunar surface, signed in black ballpoint by Armstrong. In very good condition, with several horizontal creases and bends to image, several minor edge tears, and some light rippling. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

463. Jacqueline Auriol. French aviator (1917–2000) who set several world speed records. Glossy 4.5 x 6.25 photo of Auriol exiting the cockpit of her plane, signed and inscribed in black felt tip in French. A couple small creases to top left and light surface impressions from collector’s notations on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

464. Aviation. Collection of 17 items including photos (one photocopied) covers, signatures, and other assorted items, each signed by a former aviator. Signers include: Casey Jones, Victorin Katchinsky, Mike Kawato, Douglas ‘Wrong Way’ Corrigan, Eddie Rickenbacker, Alex Vraciu, James Doolittle, Scott Crossfield, Jimmie Mattern, and five Canadian generals and two admirals. In overall fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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465. Aviation. Five limitations pages from a limited edition Pioneer Edition of The World in the Air, 8 x 11, signed by the author and publisher as well as by seven noted pioneers of aeronautics on the following presentation pages, including Glenn Curtiss who made the first public flight in America; Dr. Hugo Eckener, commander of the “Graf Zeppelin,” who made the first airship flight around the world; Louis Bleriot who made the first airplane flight across the English Channel; Dr. Claude Dornier, German designer and builder of multi-engined aircraft; Henri Farman who made the first distance flight in Europe; Major G. H. Scott, commander of the first Trans-Atlantic voyage in an airship in 1919; and Lieut. Arthur Whitten Brown, co-commander of the first nonstop airplane flight across the Atlantic in 1919. In fine condition, with mild edge toning to all pages. An impressive collection of important aviation signatures. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

466. Aviation Pioneers.

Collection of 42 vintage ink and pencil signatures of early aviation pioneers on an off-white 8 x 10.75 sheet labeled “Autographs,” at the top. Signers include: designer Glenn H. Curtiss; three crew members of the famed Navy NC-4 flying boat flight of 1919, Albert Cushing Read, Elmer Fowler Stone, and J. L. Breese, Jr.; Naval aviator John Tower; Rear Admiral David W. Taylor; automotive pioneer John Willys; British Air Commodore Lionel Charlton; author Irvin S. Cobb; Doubleday president Herbert S. Houston; and several men who worked with Curtiss including W. W. Mountain, Henry Kleckler, C. H. Connor, Harry Evers, John P. Tarbox, J. Allan Smith, and Beckwith Havens. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild toning. Accompanied by 14 pages of photos and text selected from the book World in the Air by Francis Trevelyan Miller, 1930. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

471. Michael Collins. Col467. Eric Brown. Royal

Navy officer and test pilot who has flown more types of aircraft than anyone else in history. Limited edition 1:72 scale model of a DH Vampire FB MK 5, signed on the wing in black felt tip by Brown. Model comes in its original box. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

or satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Collins posing in his spacesuit against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

468. Scott Carpenter. Two photos:

a vintage color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed in black ink; and a satin-finish 8 x 10 of Cooper leaning on a large globe, signed in blue felt tip, “Scott Carpenter, Mercury Astronaut.” In fine condition, with some light surface marks to color photo. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

469. Kalpana Chawla.

Scarce portrait of the tragic Columbia crew

Payload specialist aboard the ill-fated Columbia. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Jeremy Haynes, Reach for the stars! Kalpana Chawla.” In fine condition, with a few corner tip creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

472. Columbia STS-107. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the doomed crew of the space shuttle Columbia, signed in black felt tip by Rick Husband, Willie McCool, Michael Anderson, David Brown, and Ilan Ramon. In fine condition Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

470. Jacqueline Cochran.

Female pilot (1906–1980) who was the first of her gender to break the sound barrier and is said to have more aviation records and awards than any pilot in the United States. Also a close friend of Chuck Yeager and Dwight D. Eisenhower. Signed book: The Stars at Noon. First edition. Boston: Little, Brown, and Company, 1954. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.5 x 8.25, 274 pages. Signed on a front blank page in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with scattered light wear and creasing to dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

473. Charles Conrad. Per-

sonal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Conrad, payable to Charles Conrad, Jr. for $1550.00, December 7, 1978. Removably presented on a color 8.5 x 11 informational sheet. In fine condition, with light show-through from bank stamps on reverse.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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474. Charles Conrad. Limited edition

photo proof, 18 x 24, of an image of Alan Bean on the lunar surface, taken by Conrad who is visible in the reflection of Bean’s visor, #3/1000, done for American Photographer, signed under the image in black felt tip. In fine condition, with several noticeable vertical creases and some scattered light toning and foxing to borders.

Rolled. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

478. Gordon Cooper. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cooper in his Mercury space suit outside a simulator, signed in black felt tip, “Gordon Cooper, Faith 7.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

479. Gordon Cooper.

Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cooper in his Apollo space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Gordon Cooper, Apollo X Back Up Commander.” In fine condition, with signature just a shade light. Any photo of Cooper in his Apollo space suit is quite uncommon. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

475. Charles Conrad.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Conrad during training for the Apollo 12 mission, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

480. Gordon Cooper. Signed

476. Gordon Cooper.

book: Leap of Faith.

First edition, first printing. NY: HarperCollins, 2000.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 279 pages.

Signed on the title page in black ink by Cooper. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at time of signing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Glossy 8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo of Cooper in his Mercury space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Gordon Cooper, Original 7 Mercury astronaut.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

477. Gordon Cooper.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Cooper receiving the Distinguished Service medal from John F. Kennedy, signed in black felt tip, “Receiving NASA’s Distinguished Service medal from JFK after Faith 7 flight!

Gordon Cooper 1963,” the date photo was originally taken. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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481. Charlie Duke. Color

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Duke posing outside the Apollo 16 command module, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Outside the Apollo XVI Command Module ‘Casper,’ Charlie Duke, 10th Man on the Moon.” In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

482. Charlie Duke.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of Duke working at ‘Shadowrock’ during the Apollo 16 mission, signed in blue felt tip, “Working at Shadowrock during EVA-3 taking lunar samples. Charlie Duke, Apollo 16, 4/23/72.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

486. John Glenn. Color

glossy 10.5 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of Glenn during his Friendship 7 flight, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

483. Ron Evans. Order card for “Let’s

487. John Glenn. Color

Fly to the Moon with Apollo 17 Astronaut Ron Evans,” 5 x 8.25, with an image of Evans on one side and an order form printed on reverse, signed and inscribed on the image in black ink, “To Michael, Ron Evans, Apollo 17, 10/29/89.” Evans also added on the reverse, “Now available in ‘PAL’ European Format, Ron.” In fine condition, with slight haloing to note on reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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)

488. Richard Gordon. Color 484. Pete Everest. Wooden 1:72 scale model of a Bell X-2, signed on the body in black felt tip.

Accompanied by its display stand.

Signature fairly light, but still legible, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 10 x 8 second generation ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of Gordon during his space walk, signed in black felt tip, “Gemini XI EVA, Richard Gordon GT-11 Pilot.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

485. Harold Gatty. Aviation navigator (1903–1957) who accompanied pilot Wiley Post on a record-breaking round-the-world flight from June 23–July 1, 1931. ALS, one page, 6.25 x 7, Pan American Airways Company letterhead, November 8, 1940. Letter to Miss Johnson thanking her for her letter and air mail covers. In part: “Still accumulating and working on ‘Pacific’ and History of Navigation, though I have been so busy…The service is running pretty well now for which thank goodness for it took a long while to get going. The mail closes so early here on account of censorship so my apologies for the hastily scribbled note.” In very good condition, with archival repair to the reverse of complete horizontal separation, trimmed edges, and scattered toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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489. Fred Haise.

Two photos: color satin-finish 8 x 10.5 ‘red -nu mbe red ’ NASA photo of the Apollo 13 liftoff, signed in black felt tip, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP”; and a satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Haise in his space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP, Enterprise CDR.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

493. Edgar Mitchell. Apollo

14 launch date postal cover, signed in blue ballpoint, “From My Personal Collection, Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14.” Removably presented on a color 8.5 x 11 informational sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

490. Jim Irwin.

494. Edgar Mitchell. Color glossy 8 x 11 second generation ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of Mitchell in a jacket and tie posing with a model of a lunar lander, signed in black felt tip, “Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14.” Some scattered light creases and surface marks, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Irwin saluting the American flag on the moon, signed in black felt tip beneath a pre-printed sentiment.

In very fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

491. Jim Irwin. Color 10 x

8 NASA photo of Irwin saluting the flag on the lunar surface, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Edie and Bettie, my very best wishes for your lives, Jim Irwin.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

492. Mercury Astronauts. Color

10 x 8 NASA photo of the Mercury astronauts posing in front of an Air Force jet, signed in black felt tip

by Scott Carpenter and in blue ballpoint

by Gordon Cooper and Wally Schirra. In fine condition, with light contrast to Cooper’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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495. Edgar Mitchell. Color

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Mitchell posing in his space suit in front of an Apollo 14 emblem, signed in blue felt tip.

In fine condition, with a few scattered light bends.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

496. NASA/USAF X-Planes. Color glossy

10 x 8 photo of seven planes on a tarmac, signed in black felt tip by pilots Scott Crossfield, Chuck Yeager, Bob Cardenas, John Griffith, Kit Murray, Pete Everest, and Fred Ascani, each signing next to the respective aircraft they flew. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

497. William Thomas Piper. Airplane

manufacturer (1881– 1970) who founded Piper Aircraft Corporation. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Bachrach portrait, signed in fountain pen, “W. T. Piper;” and a clipped magazine article, signed at the top in fountain pen, “W. T. Piper.” In fine condition, with a few light creases to photo and tape to edges of article. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

501. Sally Ride. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed in black felt tip. Scattered creases and light surface impressions along left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

502. Harrison Schmitt.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Schmitt in his space suit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To James van Bushkirk and Students! Harrison H. Schmitt Apollo 17.” In fine condition, with a few trivial bends.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

498. Steve Pisanos. World

War II ace who received 33 decorations and distinctions.

Corgi die cast 1:72 scale model of the P-47D Thunderbolt called ‘Miss Plainfield,’ by Aviation Archive, signed on the wing in black felt tip by Pisanos. Model comes in its original box. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

499. Sally Ride.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of a weightless Ride in the cockpit of the shuttle, signed in black felt tip, “Sally K. Ride.” In very fine condition.

Accompanied by a 2006 form letter bearing a printed signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

500. Sally Ride.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the first six US women astronauts, signed in black felt tip, “Sally K. Ride.” In fine condition, with a small ink arrow to the top border pointing to Ride in the photo.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

503. Harrison Schmitt. Color 10

x 8 NASA photo of Schmitt on the moon, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Marge Hall and the future! Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition, with an authentication label affixed to lower left corner. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

504. Harrison Schmitt. Color 10

x 8 NASA photo of Schmitt posing by the American flag on the lunar surface, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Jeremy and the future! Harrison H. Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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509.

Alan Shepard. Signed

505. Harrison Schmitt.

Color 8 x 10 ‘WSS’ (white space suit) NASA lithograph of Schmitt posing in his spacesuit with a globe of the moon, signed in black felt tip, “Jack Schmitt.” In fine condition, with a few light surface wrinkles and creases to left edge. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

book: Moon Shot.

First edition, later printing. Atlanta: Turner Publishing Inc., 1994. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 383 pages. Signed in blue ink on a bookplate affixed to the first free end page. In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

506. Rusty Schweickart. Color

510. Alan Shepard.

satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schweickart high above the Earth during his Apollo 9 space walk, signed in black felt tip, “Rusty , Apollo 9 EVA 1969.” In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Color glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 14 crew posing in front of their mission emblem, signed in black felt tip. In very good condition, with a couple small tears and creases to lower right corner which could be matted out, and a few other corner tip creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

507. Alan Shepard. Distinguished

511. Alan Shepard. Signed book:

limited edition color glossy 9.25 x 7.25 photo of Shepard receiving a medal from President John F. Kennedy, #839/2500, signed in black felt tip by Shepard. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The Real Stuff. NY: Praeger, 1985. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5, 227 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in blue ballpoint “To LK and Bill—Alan Shepard.” A few dings and impressions to the lower right of the front cover, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

508. Alan Shepard.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Shepard posing in his space suit in front of the Apollo 14 mission insignia, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Jeremy—See you in space! Alan Shepard.”

In fine condition, with a couple surface marks and dings to right side. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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512. Shuttle ALT Crew: Haise and Fullerton. Color

and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 10 x 8 photo of Fred Haise and Gordon Fullerton in the Enterprise cockpit, signed in black felt tip by both Haise and Fullerton.

In fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli

513. Skylab. FDC with

a cachet honoring the Skylab missions, signed in black ink by Jerry Carr, Bill Pogue, Dick Gordon, Charles Conrad, Ed Gibson, and Owen Garriott. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

517. Space Shuttle Columbia: Michael Anderson. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo,

signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To: Hinkley Middle School, Best wishes, Michael Anderson.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

514. Deke Slayton. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Slayton in his space suit posing with a model of the Apollo-Soyuz modules, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “Best wishes to Angie Rohrs—D. K. Slayton.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

518. Space Shuttle Columbia: David Brown.

Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To the Hinkley Middle School—Study hard and may all your dreams come true— David Brown STS-107.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface creases. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

515. Space Shuttle.

Six color 10 x 8 NASA crew photos, various finishes, each signed in black felt tip by the respective crew pictured.

Crews are from: STS110, STS-114, STS-98, STS-91, STS-135, and STS-119. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

519. Tom Stafford. Color

satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Stafford posing in his spacesuit with a moon globe, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

520.

516. Space Shuttle. Collection of 10 commemorative covers,

each with a cachet of a different shuttle mission, each signed in black felt tip by the respective crew pictured. Signers are: STS-62, STS-72, STS-90, STS-110, STS-114, STS-119, STS-124, STS-125, STS-126, and STS-132. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

STS-6. Comical color glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of the ‘F-Troop’ crew, signed in black felt tip by Don Peterson, Story Musgrave, and Paul Weitz, and in silver ink

by Karol ‘Bo’ Bobko. Reverse is signed in black felt tip, “From my personal collection, Paul Weitz.” In fine condition. The ‘F-Troop’ moniker originated from Weitz, who chose it because they were the sixth team of astronauts to fly the shuttle but also as a nod to their respective military backgrounds and the 1960s television series. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 107

521.

STS-7.

Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Chall e n g e r c r e w, signed in black felt tip by Sally Ride, Bob Ctrippen, John Fabian, Rick Hauck, and Norm Thagard, who inscribes to Al. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

528. 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.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

529. Chuck Yeager and Bud Anderson. Color glossy

522. Test Pilots. Large wooden scale

model of a Douglas D 558-II, signed on the left wing in black felt tip “Scott Crossfield, Mach 2, 11/20/53” (the date he broke Mach II in the same model plane), and also signed on the body in black felt tip by Pete Everest, Stan Butchart, and John Griffith. Model is accompanied by its display stand. In fine condition, with Everest’s signature fairly light, but still legible. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

523.

Test Pilots.

Signed book: Mach Busters: X-1 Test Pilots. Lebanon: X-Pilots Books, 1997. Softcover, 6.75 x 9.75, 64 pages.

Signed on the title page in black felt tip by Bell Chief Pilot Slick Goodlin, Chuck Yeager, and test pilots Gus Lundquist, Fred Ascani, Pete Everest, Stan Holtoner, Robert J. Harer, Dick Johnson, and Kit Murray.

Scattered creases to cover and signed page, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

10 x 8 photo of two P-51s in flight, including the ‘Old Crow,’ signed in blue felt tip

by Chuck Yeager and in black felt tip by Bud Anderson. In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

530. Chuck Yeager. Outstanding color limited edition 25 x 37.5 print of Yeager in his flight suit with airplanes in the background, numbered #886/1400, signed in the lower border in pencil. Also signed in pencil by the artist, Scott Tucker.

Rolled and in fine condition, with a few marks and creases to the borders. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

531. John Young and Bob Crippen. Color satin-finish 8 x

525. Guenter Wendt.

Glossy 8 x 10 NASA photo of the Apollo 11 liftoff, signed in black felt tip, “Apollo XI Launch! Guenter F. Wendt Padleader 1969.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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10 NASA photo of the liftoff of Columbia on its first mission, signed in blue felt tip by John Young and in black felt tip by Bob Crippen. Photo is also signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint

by Walter Dankoff. Scattered light creases and surface marks, otherwise fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR

art & literature 535. James Baldwin.

533. Ansel Adams. Signed book: Yosemite and the Range of Light.

Special edition. Boston: New York Graphic Society, 1979. Hardcover with dustjacket, 15.5 x 12.5. Signed in black felt tip on a presentation bookplate affixed to the first free end page. In fine condition, with scattered surface marks, creases, and impressions to dustjacket.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

ALS, one page, 8.25 x 11.5, March 15, 1982.

Brief letter to an admirer.

In full: “Please forgive me for so long a delay, but I have been travelling, and have only lately returned home. My very best wishes, for you, and yours.” In fine condition, with scattered wrinkles and creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Outstanding abstract sketch by the Dada pioneer inside his MoMA retrospective catalogue 534. Jean Arp.

Sculptor, painter, and abstract artist (1886–1966) who helped found the Dada movement. Signed book: Arp. First edition.

Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1958.

Hardcover, 8.5 x 9.75, 126 pages.

The catalogue from his Museum of Modern Art retrospective, featuring many of his most famous works. Arp has drawn a large, abstract sketch—a delightful example of one of his ‘automatic drawings’—on the front free end page in pencil, signed and inscribed below “to florence and dick, j. arp.” Autographic condition: some trivial brushing to the graphite in the signature. Book condition: VG/None. Yellow cloth-covered boards; edges rubbed, with tiny tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; gently shaken with small tear in paper over rear hinge; slightly yellowed. In protective plastic sleeve. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

The sculptor of the Statue of Liberty signs a rendering of one of his works 536. Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi. Eminent French sculptor

(1834–1904) best known for designing the Statue of Liberty. Vintage sepia matte-finish 5.5 x 4 photo of one of his works, by Sauvanaud of Paris, inscribed in fountain pen in French, and signed “Bartholdi.” In fine condition, with a bit of light silvering to background, visible only at an angle and mounting remnants on reverse.

This signed photograph depicts a watercolor rendering of Bartholdi’s Monument to Leon Gambetta (1838-1882) in Sèvres, France. Bartholdi completed the monument in 1891 to memorialize Gambetta, a French statesman prominent during the Franco-Prussian War. Surmounted by a statue of Gambetta, the statues pictured represent Alsace and Lorraine taking refuge at the altar of France, below which is inscribed “Pro Patria.” A rare signed image of one of Bartholdi’s sculptures.

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

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“The stars soar to New York so often on vacation that they can nearly all be photographed there”

537. Cecil Beaton. ALS signed “Mr. B,” three pages both sides, 5.75 x 8, Ashcombe House letterhead. Letter to a friend. In part: ”They say British pictures are getting better but I haven’t seen Henry 8 yet & have heard many complaints about that—I have had a very eventful time since the very eventful holiday…My brother Reggie was killed one night by an Underground Train & there was a terrible upset about that—Though there seemed absolutely no possible explanation for him doing so the coroner brought in a verdict that Reggie killed himself but I am convinced that he never worried & at the time as always was in the best spirits…It has been terrible for my parents & it now means that for a bit I must look after them more & see that occasionally they go out to theatres as it is bad for them to sit & brood—it will also make it difficult for me to get away from living at home for the next 2 years & I had vaguely thought life would be much easier if I had my own abode in which to work…There is the vaguest idea in the back of my mind that I might go to China…if I can get some definite job to photograph in Hollywood on my way—but now the stars soar to New York so often on vacation that they can nearly all be photographed there.“ Central vertical and horizontal folds, staple holes to the upper right corner, and a few areas of the text underlined in red ballpoint, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

538. Cecil Beaton. ALS

signed “Cecil,” one page, 8 x 10, no date. In part: “I want to thank you for the offer of your snapshots—a very great addition. A great many personal tributes to Alfred Lunt amount to such a glittering feeling!

I hope he realizes what a loss he is!” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, light scattered creases, and light soiling and an erased pencil notation to the upper border.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

539. Cecil Beaton.

ALS signed “Cecil,” one page, 8.5 x 11, no date.

In part: “Many thanks for agreeable cheque…Oh I hope the venture will be a success.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, light scattered creases, and staple holes to the upper left.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“Your greeting...came right in the middle of a great party and was read...along with some others from old friends including even L. B. J. “ 540. Thomas Hart Benton.

Renowned American artist (1889–1975) whose distinctive ‘regionalist’ style made him one of the most influential figures in American art during the 1930s and 1940s. ALS signed “Tom,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, April 17, 1964. Letter to critic Lewis Mumford. In part: “I deeply appreciated your greeting for my 75th birthday. It came right in the middle of a great party and was read…along with some others from old friends including even L. B. J. The world is treating me well as the road narrows—better perhaps than I deserve figuring how wide I’ve opened my mouth along that road in the past.” At the bottom, Mumford’s wife added a note that the letter was just a month before Benton attacked Mumford for his speech on Vietnam, which would cause serious strain in their relationship. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned postcard photo of Benton. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

545. Ray Bradbury. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Bradbury at his cluttered desk, signed and inscribed in the upper and lower borders in black felt tip “For Fred Bomar! Good wishes! Ray Bradbury, 8/12/95.”

In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

546. Robert Browning. ALS, one page,

541. Albert Bierstadt. German-American painter (1830–1902) best known for his large landscapes of the American West during the 19th century. ALS signed “A. Bierstadt,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, no date. Letter to George Albert Coffin. In part: “I enclose a letter which as you will see is headed by Mr. Huntington President of the Century. I wish you to take some interest in it if you will and not subscribe in money but in time…Le Clear will appreciate all your kindness.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with repaired separations, scattered toning and soiling, and some mirroring of ink from a different sheet. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

4.25 x 7, June 4, 1869.

Letter to Edward B. Nicholson. In full: “I shall have very great pleasure in subscribing to the projected magazine—and, whether that circumstance prove of any advantage or not to the enterprise, I am much flattered by your application.” Scattered mild toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

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

(MB $200)

542. William Peter Blatty. Satin-finish 18

x 12 photo from The Exorcist, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

543. Ray Bradbury.

547. Robert Browning. Ink

Signed book: One More for the Road. First edition, first printing. NY: William Morrow, 2002.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.5 x 8.5, 289 pages. Signed and inscribed in red felt tip on the half-title page, “June 22, 2002, Jim! Read on! Ray Bradbury.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

signature, “Ever yours faithfully, R. Browning,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.5 slip clipped from a letter. Affixed to an off-white 5 x 3 card. In very good condition, with a horizontal fold passing through the sentiment, scattered toning and soiling, and some show-through from writing to the reverse. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of the poet. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

544. Ray Bradbury. Signed book: Fahrenheit 451: 40th Anniversary Edition. Later printing.

NY: Simon & Schuster, 1993.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.75, 190 pages. Signed and inscribed in blue felt tip on the first free end page, “To my pal James Van Buskirk! With friendly wishes forever!

Ray Bradbury, 5/22/99.” In fine condition, with slight rubbing wear and a ding to the dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

signature, “Robert Browning, London, May 3, ‘81,” on an offwhite 4 x 2.5 card.

In fine condition, with a few spots of toning and soiling.

Accompanied by an unsigned photo of the poet. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $150)

548. Robert Browning. Ink

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The greatest Victorian poetic couple 549. Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Rare ink

signatures, “Elizabeth Barrett Browning” and “Robert Browning, Rome, February 3, 1860,” on an off-white 5 x 1.75 slip. In fine condition, with Elizabeth’s signature a few shades light. A scarce and desirable combination—just the second we have offered.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

550. William Jennings Bryan. TLS signed

“W. J. Bryan,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, The Commoner letterhead, December 3, 1904.

Letter regarding confusion about speaking engagements. In part: “I wired the Slayton Lyceum Bureau, which has been arranging some dates for me, to see if it had arranged any date in Denver…it has no authority to farm out the making of dates to any other Bureau…In order not to disappoint those who have made contracts…I will fill the dates wherever I can do so.” As a postscript, Bryan writes an ANS: “I am also going to fill the Pueblo date on the 20. The Slayton man has telephoned me since I dictated this letter saying that he did not authorize the Redpath bureau to make any dates for me.” Intersecting folds with slight separations, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and a uniform shade of toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

551. Pearl S. Buck. Signed book: The Kennedy Women. Limited edition first edition of 575 copies (This being No. 235). NY: Cowles Book Company, 1970. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 218 pages. Signed on the limitations page in black ink. In fine condition, with pencil notations to signed page and some scattered creases to the clipped dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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552. Thornton Burgess. AQS

on a light pink 5.75 x 3.5 album page.

Burgess writes: “With open mind pursue your way and add to knowledge everyday,” signed at the conclusion, “Thornton W. Burgess, October 27, 1934,” with collector’s notations at the bottom. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Buster Bear...presently will be stirring...any day soon he may come shuffling along through the Green Forest” 553. Thornton Burgess. TLS

signed “Thornton W. Burgess,” one page, 8.25 x 7, personal letterhead, March 18, 1929. Letter to an admirer. In full: “Sister South Wind has just whispered to me that Buster Bear is beginning to get a little uneasy in his sleep and presently will be stirring. So I suspect that any day soon he may come shuffling along through the Green Forest to find out if anything has been left over winter [sic] for him to eat. I am glad you like Buster and the stories about him. I rather like him myself. If he were wide awake I know he would send you his love. As it is, Peter Rabbit wants to send his and I send my own with it.” Intersecting folds passing through parts of the signature, and light foxing and toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

554. James M. Cain. American novelist (1892–1977) best known as the author of such crime/ noir classics as The Postman Always Rings Twice and Double Indemnity. Vintage pearl-finish 7.25 x 9.5 portrait of Cain paging through a book, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To William Tang, With a yo-heave-ho & a hey-money-money, James M. Cain, Dec. 11, 1943.” In very good condition, with a noticeable central horizontal crease, light crazing to the emulsion, and a small tear to the top edge, slightly affecting the top of the inscription. Cain is especially rare in signed photos. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

555. Alexander Calder. Pearls Gallery catalog for a Calder exhibition, entitled Crags and Critters of 1974, 9.25 x 9.25, signed inside the cover in blue felt tip, “Greetings to Mrs. Barish—Sandy Calder.” Light soiling and uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

557. Carlo Carra. ALS in Italian,

one page, 5.75 x 9, L’Ambrosiano letterhead, Forte dei Marmi, July 22, 1936. Letter to “Bertocchi,” translated in part: “I believe it is now useless that you write the article on my exhibition at the Biennalle. Too much time has passed, and I would now have to ask the newspaper director of the ‘Ambrosiano’ again. Let’s leave it for next time.” In fine condition, with mild central vertical and horizontal folds, a noticeable crease above the signature, and other light scattered creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

556. Thomas Carlyle. Influential Scottish-born Victorian philosopher, essayist, and historian (1795–1881). ALS signed “T. Carlyle,” one page both sides, 3.75 x 5, black-bordered stationery letterhead, May 31, 1875. Letter to Mrs. Stanley. In full: “This week still I am in rather peckish state of health, but unless I grow worse—of which you shall have due warning—I will duly make my appearance on Saturday morning 7 1/2 p.m. escorted by Miss Bromley’s kind assistance; & at last pay my long- promised visit.” Show-through from writing and signature on reverse and missing top left corner tip, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

558. Henri Cartier-Bresson. French pho-

tographer (1908– 2004) considered to be the father of modern photojournalism. Masterful 5.75 x 4.25 postcard photo of Cartier-Bresson’s ‘Paris 1973,’ signed and inscribed on the reverse in black felt tip “A Gerard Leman, tres cordialement, Henri CartierBresson, 12.10.99.” In fine condition, with a trivial brush to part of the inscription. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Cartier-Bresson’s hand. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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The groundbreaking American author holds out hope for his crumbling publishing company, admitting, “I’ve a mighty poor financial head” 559 . Samuel L. Clemens. ALS

signed “S. L. Clemens,” four pages, 5 x 8, Florence, Italy, January 1, 1893.

Letter to Frederick J. Hall. In part: “Mrs. Clemens is deeply distressed, for she thinks I have been blaming you or finding fault with you about something….I tell her that although I am prone to write hasty & regretable things to other people, I am not a bit likely to write such things to you….If I have, pile coals of fire on my head, for I deserve it!...I am dreadfully sorry I didn’t know it would be a help to you to let my monthly check pass over a couple of months. I could have stood that by drawing what is left of Mrs. Clemens’s letter of credit, & we would have done it cheerfully….I’ve a mighty poor financial head, & I may be all wrong—but tell me if I am wrong in supposing that in lending my own firm money at 6 per cent I pay 4 of it myself & so really get only 2 per cent? Now don’t laugh, if that is stupid. Of course my friend declined to buy a quarter interest in the L.A.L. for $200,000.I judged he would. I hoped he would offer $100,000, but he didn’t. If the cholera breaks out in America a few months hence, we can’t borrow or sell; but if it doesn’t, we must try hard to raise $100,000. I wish we could do it before there is a cholera scare….You have done magnificently with the business, & we must raise the money somehow, to enable you to reap the reward of all that labor.” At the top of the first page, Clemens adds a handwritten postscript which reads, “P.S. It was a long letter I wrote to Gilder, at the same time that I wrote one to President Cleveland’s little daughter Ruth. I sent this ‘P.S.’ the next day. SLC.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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560. Paddy Chayefsky. Ameri-

can playwright and screenwriter.

He won Academy Awards for Marty (1955) and Hospital (1971). Glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Allen Fox, Paddy Chayefsky.” In very good condition, with a noticeable vertical crease to left side and some scattered light surface marks and dings. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

561. Willa Cather.

Signed book: Lucy Gayheart. Limited edition first edition of 749 copies (This being No. 84). NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1935.

Hardcover, 6 x 9.25, 231 pages. Signed on the limitations page in black ink. Moderate sunning to spine, owner’s bookplate affixed to front pastedown, and some mild toning to front pastedown, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

563. Samuel L. Clemens. Bold ink signature, “Very truly yours, Mark Twain,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.25 card. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling and mounting remnants on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

564. Suzanne Collins. Signed book:

“The principal difference between a cat & a lie is, that a cat has only nine lives”

562. Samuel L. Clemens. Witty and desirable AQS on an off-white

4.5 x 3.25 sheet. Clemens writes: “The principal difference between a cat & a lie is, that a cat has only nine lives. Truly yours, Mark Twain.”

A central vertical fold through a single letter of signature, and mild toning over quote and signature, otherwise fine condition. The famous quotation gracing this sheet is derived from his novel, The Tragedy of Pudd’nhead Wilson, written in 1893 and sold to Century Magazine. A characteristically wry observation and one of the more oft quoted of Twain’s witticisms. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Mockingjay. First edition, later printing.

NY: Scholastic Press, 2010. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6 x 8.5, 390 pages. Signed inperson on the half-title page in black felt tip, “For Peace, May the odds be ever in your favor! Suzanne Collins.” In fine condition, with a couple of creases to the front flap of the dustjacket.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

565. Noel Coward. Vintage

matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of a seated Coward holding a cigarette, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ballpoint “For Ian Hodgkins, with all my best wishes, Noel Coward.” In fine condition, with a few light surface marks and a hint of trivial silvering. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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One of the first great centenarians 566. Bernard le Bouvier de Fontenelle. French author (1657–1757) who Voltaire described as ‘the most universal mind produced by the era of Louis XIV.’ Manuscript vellum DS, in French, signed “le Bouvier de Fontenelle,” one page, 7.5 x 5.5, March 10, 1700. Untranslated document in French in which Fontenelle recognizes a debit of 125 livres. In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold, moderate scattered toning, a central cancellation hole, some show-through from a docketing signature affecting the beginning of Fontenelle’s, as well as a couple portions of the countersignature crossing into it. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 567. James Crumley. Author of coldheart-

ed violent crime novels (1939–2008). Signed book: Whores. Limited edition first edition of 501 copies (This being No. 464). Montana: Dennis McMillan Publications, 1998. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.5 x 8, 181 pages. Signed on the limitations page in black ink. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

568. Grazia Deledda. Italian

writer (1871–1936) whose works vividly portrayed the life in Sardinia and in 1926 received the Nobel Prize for Literature. ALS in Italian, one page on a plain 3.5 x 5.5 postcard, Cervia, July 20, 1922.

Translated in full: “Only for the love of truth, I warn you that the portrait published on your issue of July 18th is not my likeness nor my grandmother’s. My condolences for the rest.” Addressed in her own hand on the reverse to the direction of the newspaper Epoca. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

569. Paul Delvaux. Belgian

painter (1897– 1994) associated with the Surrealist movement, best known for his females nude. Uncommon color 6 x 4 postcard photo of his painting entitled Chrysis, signed on the reverse in black felt tip, “P. Delvaux.” In very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“He looks well in the face but ‘age with his stealing steps’ has overtaken him too soon” 570. Charles Dickens. ALS,

one page, 4.5 x 7, Gad’s Hill Place letterhead, January 23, 1869. Letter to a woman inviting her to come hear his lecture from Oliver Twist content. In full: “Many thanks for your note, forwarded to me here this morning. My attentions had been personally called to that execrable letter by Runall of the Scotsman.

I shall be heartily glad to see you ‘assisting’ at the Murders in St. James Hall. I came here expressly to do it for Macready last night. He looks well in the face but ‘age with his stealing steps’ has overtaken him too soon.” Letter is affixed to an identical size sheet In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

571. Charles Dickens. Hand-addressed envelope panel,

4.5 x 2.75, addressed by Dickens to “Dr. Southwood Smith, 38 Finsbury Square,” and signed in the lower left, “Charles Dickens.” Panel is affixed to an identical size sheet with the back of the envelope affixed to the reverse and bearing remnants of a red wax seal. In very good condition, with postmark over portion of address, scattered toning and soiling, and a couple pencil notations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Twenty years after the publication of Alice in Wonderland, the famed author writes of his audience, “even children are all very well in their way—but unfortunately they are sometimes in other peoples’ way, as well!”

572. Charles L. Dodgson. ALS in purple ink

signed “C. L. Dodgson,” one page both sides, 4 x 6, August 26, 1885. Letter to the editor of Vanity Fair, Thomas Gibson Bowles.

In part: “Your very kind offer to get the facts about ‘Hart’s Leap’ published in ‘Vanity Fair,’ ‘free, gracious, and for nothing,’ had to be reported to my friend (who is in France) before I could tell what to say. I now have her reply and accept your offer, with many thanks, leaving it to you to select what parts of it to print: of course it will bear considerable abridgment. Your description of domestic bliss is rather cruel to an old bachelor!

Doubtless it is very nice: and even children are all very well in their way—but unfortunately they are sometimes in other peoples’ way, as well!” A crease and pencil notation to the upper left corner, some mild scattered creases, and light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. As his wealth and fame grew, Dodgson’s life remained quiet and somewhat solitary. Friendly with Thomas Bowles, founder and editor of Vanity Fair who made Dodgson’s word game Doublets (or Word Ladder) popular through publication, he occasionally contributed articles to the magazine. Addressing one such contribution in this letter, the old bachelor closes with a humorous comment that children are “sometimes in other peoples’ way.” A charming piece from the celebrated children’s author. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Very rare letter from the avant-garde Imagist “H. D.” 573. Hilda Doolittle. Extremely

scarce ALS signed “Hilda Aldington, ‘H. D.,’” one page, 4.5 x 7, May 25.

Letter to a gentleman. In full: “I shall be pleased to have you use the poems which you suggest, if Miss Weaver agrees. I think you are safer if you do apply to Constable as you suggest for the permission.” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. The first letter from Doolittle we have offered in over 30 years. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

574. Theodore Dreiser. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 15, 1926. Letter to an admirer. In full: “Thank you for troubling to compliment my book.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope filled out by Dreiser, who signs again in the return address area on the reverse. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

575. George du Maurier. Original vintage signed

sketches: an ink sketch of two knights lancing a giant, signed “Maurier,”; and a pencil sketch of a German soldier seated with another human-like figure, signed “Du Maurier,” both on a light blue 6.75 x 6.5 sheet. A single horizontal and vertical fold, mild toning to edges, missing lower left corner tip, and some mounting remnants to reverse edge, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 118 | November 14, 2012 | ART & LITERATURE

576. Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Ink signature, “R. W. Emerson,” on an off-white 2 x .5 slip. Mounted, double matted, and framed with a portrait of Emerson to an overall size of 9 x 12. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

577.

William Faulkner. Signed

book: Notes on a Horsethief. First edition, limited issue, numbered #560/950. Greenville, Mississippi: The Levee Press, 1950. Hardcover, 6 x 9.5, 71 pages.

Signed on the rear limitations page in blue ink. Book condition: G+/None. Green cloth-covered boards; edges worn; corners bumped; soiling (almost exclusively to exterior); moderately shaken with approx. 3.5” of rear hinge torn and front hinge starting; yellowing; large blue pen scribble across half-title.

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

578. Charles Fazzino. American pop artist

known for his 3D style.

Original signed black and yellow felt tip sketch of a skyscraper on a yellow 5.75 x 4 card.

Matted to an overall size of 9 x 7. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

579. Eugene Field. Ink signature, “Eugene Field. London, October, 1890,” on an off-white 4.5 x 6.5 sheet likely removed from one of his books. Light scattered toning, soiling, and creases, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

A poem published as Frost’s 1940 Christmas card 580. Robert Frost.

Signed book: Our Hold on the Planet. Privately printed Christmas edition, 1940. Stitched softcover, 4.75 x 3.75, 12 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “Edward Fritz, from Robert Frost.”

Frost personally sent these out in 1940 as a Christmas greeting. Book condition: G/None. Six small pages stitched into green paper wraps; one page detached; discoloration from non-archival tape. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

581. Robert Frost. Signed book: In the Clearing. First edition. NY: Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, 1962. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 101 pages. Neatly signed at the top of the first free end page, “Robert Frost.” Autographic condition: In fine condition, with a bit of mild toning along edges of signed page. Book condition: VG/ VG–. Grey cloth-covered boards; minor rubbing along edges and one small bump to front upper edge; slightly yellowed; light waterstain to upper edge (visible on tiny portion of upper margins, far from approaching the text).

Dust jacket in protective Mylar sleeve; small chips/tears and creases to edges and folds, with one small scuff across center of spine; rubbed and lightly soiled; light waterstain to upper 1.5” along entire back half and small portion of front. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

582. Robert Frost. Signed book: Complete Poems of Robert Frost. Later printing. NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1949. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 666 pages.

Signed on the first free end page in blue ink, “Robert Frost 1958.” Autographic condition: Block of toning over most of the signature and date, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: VG/VG-. Green cloth-covered boards; minor rubbing to edges; slightly yellowed and soiled; few light spots of foxing; previous owner’s name to front pastedown and a handful of small notes to rear pastedown and text.

Dust jacket in protective Mylar sleeve; small chips/tears and creases to edges and folds; slightly yellowed and soiled; corners clipped (price intact). Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Marched anti War Madison Students…I got on megaphone” 584. Allen Ginsberg.

ALS signed “Allen,” on a 5.5 x 3.25 postcard, April 19, 1972. Postcard to Peter Orlovsky. In full: “Marched anti War Madison Students several thousand to Capitol steps. I got on megaphone & chanted 3 Chord blues 10 year war lament ending…Blues news hose or grief chief thief.” Ginsberg has also addressed the front of the postcard, signing “Allen Ginsberg,” in the return address area. In fine condition, with light postal cancellations along top edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

585. Allen Ginsberg. Roll-

ing Stone book photo of Ginsberg celebrating, 10.75 x 14.5, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Allen Ginsberg, New York City 5/8/90, AH.” A rough left edge, a few small edge tears, and a paperclip impression to top, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the collector’s letter to Ginsberg requesting the autograph.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

587. H. Rider Haggard. Prolific British

novelist (1856–1925) best known for such adventure fare as King Solomon’s Mines and Allan Quatermain. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Ditchingham House letterhead, July 26, 1894.

Letter to “Beaufort.” In part: “The photos are very interesting and that of the late lamented Chinaman is quite artistic in its ordered confusion. It has produced a marked effect upon a young lady to whom I have just shewn it! It is rather difficult to write a yarn about a country you have never seen, but I am having a try at it.

The job would be far easier were the scene laid in some land of fancy unknown to the Geographical Society.” In very good condition, with scattered toning, soiling, and creases, and mounting remnants to the upper border of the final page above the signature, and a trivial pencil notation to the top of the first page. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

588. Duane Hanson. Two

color 4.25 x 6 postcard photos of Hanson’s incredibly lifelike sculptures, both signed at the top in blue ballpoint.

Both are also signed and inscribed on the reverse to “Tom Grafton,” with a brief ‘best wishes’ sentiment. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

589. Joseph Heller.

586. Zane Grey. ALS signed “Dad,” seven pages on four sheets,

7.25 x 10.5, Aboard the ‘Fisherman’ letterhead, August 18. In part: “If…the agent in N.Y. has not sent my MS & pictures back please write for them…I’m sorry you are broke. But that could continue long. I did not get any money from Paramount…Be sure to have the addition to the house done by Christmas. If I come home and it wasn’t done I’d raise merry hell.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Souvenir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, from the opening of his second novel, Something Happened, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint, “Joseph Heller.” In fine condition with a few spots of soiling at the top left of the page. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

590. Keith Haring.

594. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Ink signature, “Oliver Wendell

Color 6 x 4.25 postcard photo, signed in-person in black ink, “K. Haring.” In fine condition.

Originally obtained by inperson specialist Mike Wehrmann. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

Holmes, Boston, Jan. 22d, 1878,” on an off-white 3.75 x 1.5 card.

Nicely double matted and framed with a portrait of Holmes to an overall size of 9 x 13. In fine condition, with a trivial spot of soiling.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

591. Al Hirschfeld. Limited edition 17 x 23 lithograph of Hirschfeld’s Aerosmith caricature used on their Draw the Line album cover, numbered #182/200, signed in the lower right in pencil, “Hirschfeld.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

592. Hugo von Hofmannsthal. Austrian writer (1874–1929)

who wrote novels, operas, poems, and essays. ALS signed “Hugo v. Hofmannsthal,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 5.25, Bad Aussee, Austria, October 16, 1925. Letter to “Dear Miss Jeffreys.” Translated in full “But how should I send a car to Mrs. Eduard Reichmann? I do not know her personally, nor do I know her address. Everything will reach me here until November 20th, and my regular address at any time is Rodan bei Wien, Austria.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Hofmannsthal’s hand. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

593. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

ANS signed “Oliver Wendell Holmes,” one page, 5 x 8, Boston, February 28, 1880. Brief response to an admirer. In full: “It gives me pleasure to comply with your slight request.” Light scattered creasing and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

595. Julia Ward Howe. ALS, one

page on a government postcard, 5.5 x 3.25, December 13, 1907. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Your book is safe. I was in New York when you sent it. I have written my name in it, but think I will not send it at this moment on acct of the Xmas rush of articles of all sorts.” Howe also addressed the postcard in her own hand. A few light creases, staple holes to the lower right corner, and a couple light cancellation stamps affecting parts of the text, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

596. Julia Ward Howe. Author, suf-

fragette, dramatist, poet, and biographer (1819–1910), best remembered as the lyricist of ‘Battle Hymn of the Republic.’ Crisp and precise ink signature, “Julia Ward Howe, February 1895,” on an offwhite 4 x 3 sheet. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

597. James Jones. Glossy 4.5 x

7 photo of Jones at the River Seine, signed and inscribed in black ink “For Robert Merritt Allen, James Jones.” In very good condition, with some scattered light bends and creases and some light haloing to signature and inscription. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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Master poet Hugo bestows the accolade “poet” on a 23-year-old writer 598. Victor Hugo. ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.5, August 6, [1860]. Letter to poet Achille Millien whose La Moisson (The Harvest) appeared in 1860. In full (translated): “I thank you, Sir, and I applaud you. The fragrance of the meadows and the breath of the woods are in the charming Georgics (bucolic poetry) you sent me. That is sweet to breathe at this moment when air is lacking. But I, I prefer the air of freedom even to the air of nature. In exchange for your graceful verses I will send you some serious stanzas.

They too are true. Receive them as I offer them to you, cordially. I shake your hand, poet.” Reverse of second page bears an address panel in another hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, two through single letters of signature, paper loss to second page from wax seal, scattered toning and soiling, and a few creases.

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

Exiled from France, Hugo proclaims: “Rule, Britannia!”

599. Victor Hugo. Original

2.5 x 4 carte-devisite portrait of Hugo, by Garnier Arsene of Guernsey, signed at the bottom of the image, “Rule, Britannia! Victor Hugo,” as well as a location and date in the lower border. Affixed to an off-white 3.75 x 5.25 sheet. A diagonal crease, heavy spreading to the ink in the signature, and a tiny adhesive remnant affecting part of his first name, otherwise very good condition. Hugo adopted Guernsey as home during his 15-year exile from France (1855–1870), which explains his exuberant exaltation of the Crown. This was one of his most productive periods, publishing Les Miserables in 1862. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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600. Rockwell Kent. TLS,

one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, June 18, 1970. Letter to author P. K. Thomajan. In part: “As to how I became associated with my book, ‘To Thee America!’ it is stated correctly on the title page that I wrote the book and illustrated it—and, I might add, designed it. Had you asked the gentlemen whose pictures appear in what is virtually the appendix of the book how they became associated with it, their answer would doubtless be, ‘By having paid for its production.’” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

601. Rockwell Kent. FDC with a cachet honoring the fine arts, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

602. Jean Kerr. Author (1922–

604. Rudyard Kipling. TLS,

2003) of the bestseller Please Don’t Eat the Daisies. Glossy 7.25 x 9.25 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Tom, with warm good wishes, Jean Kerr.” Lightly trimmed edges and a few surface marks, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

603. Rudyard Kipling.

ALS, one page, 3.75 x 6, Bateman’s Burwash letterhead, October 16, 1906. Letter to a gentleman marked at the top, “Private.” In part: “I felt that as an author I could not do less than make a strike at a system fundamentally bad and I trust that the…will be renewed & emphasized.”

In very good condition, with lightly trimmed left edge, central horizontal fold, and some scattered light toning and creasing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, May 13, 1933. Letter to Sir Francis Peek. In part: “I regret very much that I find it impossible to accept your invitation to join your wonderful list of contributors for your forthcoming volume of ‘Change.’ As a matter of fact I am not only just back from three months and more abroad, and my arrears of work and engagements do not allow me to take on anything extra.”

In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and trivial adhesive remnants to the corner tips. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

605. Rudyard Kipling. Ink sig-

nature, “Very sincerely, Rudyard Kipling,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1 slip clipped from a letter. Remnants of two other words in his hand remain at the top. A couple light creases to the left border and a rough top edge, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“One morning when hiking up there I...came face to face with a bighorn...found a canvas reward poster for cattle rustlers up there, too” 606. Louis L’Amour. TLS signed “Louis,” one page both sides,

7.25 x 10.5, Ramada Inn letterhead, February 12, 1968. Letter to a friend. In part: “I used to write a lot of letters but since I began writing for pay they have grown fewer and fewer…As you know, I’ve a movie in progress in Almeria, Spain. I am just writing this morning to see if the same company cannot shoot a fast 30 min. TV show on the Passage Graves in the area. I could write the copy to go with it, and narrate it myself…As always I have several projects going.

I am doing a story on steamboating on the Missouri, one aspect of it, at least, and another on the Revolution, and am writing between times on the Cordoba book…My publisher now would like to get a big historical from me every 18 months, aside from the other books. We were briefly in San Diego...One morning when hiking up there I was walking alone and very quietly as always, and came face to face with a bighorn. He had been coming up the opposite side of the hill and we met at the end. When I opened my camera the click started him and he went down into the canyon and up the other side. I got a picture but the background was bad. I found a canvas reward poster for cattle rustlers up there, too...I’d guess the poster was at least 50 yrs old.” In fine condition, with mild overall toning and a red pencil note from the recipient to the upper right. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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607. Louis L’Amour.

Signed book: To the Far Blue Mountains. First edition, first printing.

NY: E. P. Dutton & Co., 1976. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.5 x 8.5, 287 pages. Signed and inscribed on the front free end page in black felt tip, “To Donna—All best wishes, Louis L’Amour.” In fine condition, with a trivial tear to the reverse of the dustjacket. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

608. Carl Larsson.

Popular Swedish painter and illustrator (1853– 1919). Rare ALS in Swedish, one page, 5.5 x 3.5, October 14, 1913.

Untranslated postcard to an associate. In fine condition, with a couple pencil notations and a uniform shade of mild toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Residing in Italy, Lawrence provides book reviews while working on Lady Chatterley’s Lover 609. D. H. Lawrence. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, November 30, 1926.

Letter written from Florence to Edgell Rickword. In full: “Thanks for the Cunninghame Grahame book—I’m sure it will interest me, & shall be glad to have a shot at reviewing. It’s nice to say what one thinks.

So send me a list of titles of books I might do, if it is not troubling you too much.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and foxing, and a central horizontal fold. It was while living near Florence Lawrence wrote The Virgin and the Gypsy and the various versions of the scandalous Lady Chatterley’s Lover. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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610. Sir Thomas Lawrence. British painter (1769–1830) best

known for his portraits of some of the most prominent figures of his day. ALS signed “Thos. Lawrence,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 6.5, September 8, 1824. Letter to Robert Balmanno, editor of the London Literary Gazette, whose wife Mary was a painter and writer. In part: “Will you do me the favor to take your tea with me tomorrow evening and bring with you those first copies of Sir J. Reynolds’ Discourses… if you have anything new in Art that can be put in a portfolio, perhaps you will let me see it.” In fine condition, with mild overall toning and a few portions of text just a shade light. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

611. David Levine. Artist and illustrator (1926–2009) best known for his caricatures in The New York Review of Books. Two original signed ink sketches on individual 8 x 5 off-white cards: one of a sinister looking obese man, signed “David Levine,” and the other of a disappointed artist with an enormous paintbrush on his head, signed “D. Levine 93.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 612. Richard Lippold. Sculptor (1915–

2002) who worked primarily in the medium of wire. ALS signed “Richard,” one page both sides, 5.75 x 7.75, July 16, 1969. Letter to Alan Marlowe. In part: “I abandon the drawing board, drop the torch… sending my love and thanks…You can keep your ‘beautiful burdens’ (name of my last sculpture–now in Des Moines Art Museum).” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Lippold’s hand, and signed on the reverse of the envelope, “Lippold.”

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“All are architects of Fate” 615. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. AQS on an off-white 6.25

x 3.75. Longfellow pens the first stanza of his famous poem ‘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, Henry W. Longfellow, February, 1852.” Nicely double matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 17 x 10.25. In very good condition, with two vertical folds, one fold passing through a single letter of the signature, toning to the corners (likely due to adhesive from previous display), and some light soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

613. Jack London. Bank check,

6.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed by London, payable to White Bros. for $224.31, stampdated February 15, 1907. Two vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, a light bank stamp over portion of signature, and show-through from stamps on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

614. Jack London. Three bank checks, all 6.25 x 2.5, all filled out and signed by London, and all stamp-dated from 1910. Expected stamps and holes, some lightly affecting portions of signature, and a bank stamp to body of each check, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

616. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Ink signature, “Henry W. Longfellow,” on an off-white 3.5 x .5 slip. Attractively matted and framed with an etching of Longfellow to an overall size of 10.25 x 13.25. In fine condition, with mild soiling to the left border. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“Mona Lisa’ is in effect Leonardo’s portrait of the Great Mother” 617. Ross Macdonald. Pseudonym of Kenneth Millar (1915–1983) who is known for his hardboiled novels featuring private detective Lew Archer. Handwritten review entitled Two Jungian Theorists of Art, two lined pages, 8.25 x 11, signed at the top, “Reviewed

by Kenneth Millar.” Millar reviews two books about psychological theories of art. In part: “Erich Neumann is a Berlin-born psychoanalyst who studied under Carl Jung…

His extensive writings on art and literature have drawn heavily on the Jungian theory of the collective unconscious…The work of Leonardo da Vinci, both artistic and scientific, is interpreted in terms of the ’vulture fantasy’ to which Freud alludes…Neumann would have us believe that ‘Mona Lisa’ is in effect Leonardo’s portrait of the Great Mother.

He offers similar theories about the painters Hieronymus Bosch and Marc Chagall, and the poet Rainer Maria Rilke…Mr. Streatfeild’s book…seems rather innocent of any real psychological training. The author appears to have stumbled, with an air of happy surprise, on the discovery (which Freud and Jung made available a generation ago) that fiction derives from the fantasy life, and that the source of this fantasy is the unconscious mind.” In fine condition, with binding holes to the left border (one with a slight tear), light toning to the edges, and a number of original corrections and notations. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

618. Curzio Malaparte. Ital-

ian writer born Kurt Erich Suckert (1898–1957) whose chosen surname is a play on Napoleon’s family name ‘Bonaparte.’ ALS in Italian, signed “Malaparte,” one page, 8.75 x 10.75, La Voce letterhead, December 1, 1927. Letter to “Dear von Leiser,” translated in full: “I have not received anything yet. Has the envelope really been sent to me? I’ve been working hard on the Grasset contract. Good news. Do write to me.” Intersecting folds, tiny tear to the top edge, a couple ink and pencil notations, and a ‘La Voce’ stamp above the signature, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Magnificent 1933 portrait of the French surrealist by Man Ray 619. Man Ray. Influential American-born artist (1890–1976) who carved out an important niche in the history of modern art with his pioneering Dadaist works and his distinctive photographs and solarized photographic images dubbed ‘rayographs.’ Vintage matte-finish 6.75 x 8.75 portrait by Man Ray of the surrealist poet Rene Char, signed in the lower right in black ink, “Man Ray 1933.” Stamp from the Man Ray’s famous Montparnasse studio to the reverse reads: “Man Ray, 31 Bis, Rue Campagne-Premiere, Paris—14e.” Silvering to dark areas of the image, a tack hole to the top border, and some light contrast to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Man Ray took this portrait quite early in Char’s career, shortly before he published his first major collection of verse, entitled Le marteau sans maitre. A lovely, unusually traditional photograph from one of the most recognizable artists of the 20th century. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) 126 | November 14, 2012 | ART & LITERATURE

620. Ngaio Marsh. New Zealand

crime writer and theater director (1895–1982). Glossy 4.5 x 6.25 photo, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

The prolific Maugham pays taxes on rights and royalties 623. W. Somerset Maugham. DS, four

621. Filippo Tommaso Marinetti. Italian poet and editor (1876– 1944) who was one of the seminal figures of the futurist movement.

Rare vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard portrait of Marinetti, signed on the reverse in black ink, “F. T. Marinetti.” He also filled out the address panel in his own hand. Light scattered foxing and toning, and a couple pencil notations and January 13, 1932, postal cancellation to the upper right corner, otherwise fine condition. Marinetti is rare in signed portraits. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.5 x 11, April 20, 1943. United Kingdom income tax document filled out in another hand and signed twice by Maugham, in which he reports his income for 1942, including £23 in “English serial rights” and £1052 in “English royalties.”

In very good condition, with a few horizontal folds, some with slight separation, uniform toning, two punch holes and paperclip impression to the upper left corner, rusty paperclip marks to the reverse, and both signatures over printed text in the document, partially obscuring them.

Accompanied by an unsigned 10 x 8 glossy photo of the author at work. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

“When they speak of loss of identity they can only mean that your characters are not all of a piece and so seem rather dim” 622. W. Somerset Maugham.

TLS signed “W. S. Maugham,” one page, 5 x 8, Villa Mauresque letterhead, March 17, 1957. Letter to an aspiring writer. In part: “I really don’t know what the Doubleday young men mean when they speak of your characters being too controlled and losing their identity…When they speak of loss of identity they can only mean that your characters are not all of a piece and so seem rather dim.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Oil color pallet from the psychedelic master

624. Peter Max. A 10˝ diameter Shenango China plate, used as a paint pallet by Max, with remnants of several different color oil paints, as well as several mixed colors, signed in broad black felt tip, “Max 1980.” In fine condition. A unique offering with the pallet transformed into an original Max artwork. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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626. Ross and Norris McWhirter.

Twin brothers who founded the Guinness Book of World Records. Ross was assassinated by the IRA in 1975. Vintage 6.5 x 8.25 semi-glossy photo of the brothers, signed in blue ballpoint, “With very best wishes, Norm McWhirter &,” and “Ross McWhirter.” In fine condition, with some scattered light spotting to left side of image and some light contrast to end of one signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

627. Henry Miller. Print of one of Miller’s

Rare 1937 portrait of ‘The Sage of Baltimore’ originally from the Lionel Aucoin collection 625. H. L. Mencken. Popular and influential American author

and journalist (1880–1956) best known for his satirical pieces that took aim at contemporary American society. Scarce vintage 7.75 x 9.5 paperstock photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to noted collector Lionel Aucoin, “For Lionel A. Aucoin, H. L. Mencken 1937.”

In fine condition, with a light paperclip impression to top edge and a few light wrinkles and creases. Quite uncommon in signed photos, this is just the second one we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

paintings, 8.5 x 11, entitled ‘Echolalia,’ signed in the lower border in black ink.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

628. Henry Miller. Semi-glossy 9.25 x 7.75 cardstock photo of Miller signing books in his home, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “For V. E. Moody, from Henry Miller, 7/14/78.” In very good condition, with some irregular impressions to the lower portion of the photo, lightly trimmed edges, a Dymo label affixed to the top, and slight irregular adhesion to the inscription. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Mitchell inscribes a copy “With gratitude and appreciation for assistance in arranging this German-Swiss translation of ‘Gone With the Wind’” 629. Margaret Mitchell. Signed book: Vom Winde

Verweht [Gone With the Wind]. Hamburg: 1948. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.5 x 8.5, 888 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page to her personal secretary, “For Margaret Baugh with gratitude and appreciation for assistance in arranging this German-Swiss translation of ‘Gone With the Wind.’ Margaret Mitchell Atlanta Ga., January 14, 1949.” Also signed and inscribed on the half-title page by Heinrich Landahl, who was in charge of educational and cultural affairs in Germany, “To Miss Margaret Baugh, in sympathy from the lucky man who first suggested to publish a German version of this exciting and really great novel. Atlanta June 20th 1953 Heinrich Landahl.” He was instrumental in getting a German/Swiss edition published. Book is housed in a custom brown silk faille clamshell case with black leather label stamped with gilt titles. Book condition is available online. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Mitchell bends her own no-autographs rule: “It would make me very happy if you would clip my signature from the bottom of this letter and paste it in your copy” 630. Margaret Mitchell. Two related items: TLS signed “Margaret Mitchell,” two pages, 7 x 11, personal letterhead, February 9, 1937, ex-

plaining her autograph policy. In part: “I enjoyed your letter so very much and was interested, of course, in what your friends said about ‘Gone With the Wind.’ It is very warming to an author’s heart to have such letters, and I feel like it was worth while to re-write those chapters the many wearisome times I re-wrote them…Your request for an autograph puts me in an embarrassing position…I cannot autograph your copy and this is the reason. For five months I did the best I could in the matter of autographing. I was so very grateful for the public interest that I tried to oblige everyone…Unfortunately, when the sales neared the million mark the requests for autographs rose…It took the entire time of myself, my secretary and my maid wrapping, addressing and standing in line at the post office. Things reached the point where I was forced to refuse to autograph for anyone, even relatives and close personal friends…I have had to establish this rule in self defense…It would make me very happy if you would clip my signature from the bottom of this letter and paste it in your copy.” The bottom inch of the second page of the letter has been removed, undoubtedly by the admirer fulfilling Mitchell’s request. Accompanied by the signed book: Gone With the Wind.

Later printing. NY: The MacMillan Company, 1937. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 8.5, 1037 pages. A black ink signature, “Margaret Mitchell,” on a 3.5 x 1 slip affixed to the title page with a toned piece of tape over the signature. While we have offered similar letters in the past, she usually sticks hard and fast to her rule—no autographs, except for the one concluding the letter. As rare as her autograph is, this associated pair of incredibly desirable items—her masterwork and a personal letter—makes for a one-of-a-kind jewel of literary history.

Letter has mild intersecting folds, the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered soiling to the right border, and pages affixed to each other along the top border, otherwise fine condition. Signed book page has light toning and rippling, and signature affected by a moderately toned piece of tape, otherwise very good condition. Book description: VG-/VG-. Grey cloth-covered boards; minor wear to edges; slightly yellowed and soiled; very light waterstain to upper edge; slightly shaken; previous owner’s name in pen on front pastedown; two newspaper articles glued to feps. Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve; chips/tears and creases along edges and folds; light waterstaining to upper edge, folds, and spine; yellowed; rubbed and lightly soiled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

631. Alberto Moravia. Prolific Italian

novelist (1907–1990). Vintage fountain pen signature, “Alberto Moravia,” with brief sentiment in Italian on the reverse of a 5.5 x 3.5 ‘Greetings from New York’ postcard, addressed in his own hand. In very good condition, with light creases and soiling, slight paper loss to the upper left corner, and a few brushes to the sentiment and signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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632. Grandma Moses. Maga-

637. LeRoy Neiman.

zine cover from the December 28, 1953, issue of Time magazine, signed in black ink, “Grandma Moses.” In very good condition, with two horizontal mailing folds, some scattered light creases, and staple holes to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Color 30 x 22.5 print of Funny Cide winning the Kentucky Derby, signed in the lower right border in black felt tip. Rolled and in fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

638. LeRoy Neiman. Signed book:

633. Grandma Moses.

Fountain pen signature, “Grandma Moses,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3 card affixed to an identical size card. In fine condition, with a light surface impression to lower right. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

634. Grandma Moses. FDC with a cachet

honoring the American Bankers Association, signed in black fountain pen. In very good to fine condition, with a horizontal crease and mounting remnants to the upper portion of the cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

635. Thomas Nast.

First National Bank check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Nast, payable to The American Deposit and Loan Co. for $463.15, July 31, 1895.

In very good condition, with intersecting folds, expected cancellation cuts and stamps, and moderate spreading to the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

636. LeRoy Neiman. Color 34.5

x 19 print of the Brooklyn Bridge, signed in the lower right border in black felt tip. Rolled and in fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150) 130 | November 14, 2012 | ART & LITERATURE

Big Time Golf. NY: Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 1992.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 10 x 12.5, 175 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip. In fine condition, with an ownership stamp to the first free end page. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

639.

Georgia O’Keeffe. Ballpoint

signature, “Georgia O’Keeffe, 7/31/71,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 card. In fine condition, with a light block of toning over the signature and date from previous display. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

640. Eugene O’Neill.

Hand-addressed envelope, 6.5 x 3.5, addressed by O’Neill to actress “Miss Jeanie Begg, 158 West 106th Street, New York City, c/o Emma Billeb,” and signed in the return address area, “E. G. O’Neill, Provincetown, Mass.” Envelope is postmarked June 30, 1923. A vertical crease, small tear to top edge next to O’Neill’s signature, and light creases, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

641. Christopher Paolini.

Signed book: Eragon. Later printing. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 2002.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.25, 509 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Temporarily out of his job as editor of the Southern Literary Messenger, Poe requests “$50 in dry goods, upon a credit of 4 months” in this crisply penned letter 642. Edgar Allan Poe. Scarce and very desirable ALS signed “Very, resp’y, Edgar A. Poe,” one page, 5 x 8, September 26, 1836. Letter to Mr. Charles Ellis. In full: “Do you think you could oblige me so far as to let me have the amount of $50 in dry goods, upon a credit of 4 months?

If so, I would be greatly indebted to you, and my aunt will call down to choose such articles as she may wish.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address in Poe’s hand to “Mr. Charles Ellis Sr., Present.” In fine condition, with two horizontal mailing folds, small spot of paper loss to second page from wax seal, and some scattered light toning.

After marrying his young cousin Virginia in late 1835, Poe returned to Richmond with his new bride and her mother (his aunt) to work as the editor of the Southern Literary Messenger.

Regularly publishing his own writing, including criticism, poetry and short stories, he made himself a fixture in the literary world during his two-year tenure with the periodical, though he did not achieve measurable success until years later. Struggling to make a living as a writer, Poe hit additional financial stress when he suffered from an unknown illness in September of 1836, causing that month’s issue of the Messenger to be delayed and his employment temporarily dissolved.

Turning to Charles Ellis, Sr., his adoptive father John Allan’s best friend and former business partner, who Poe had known since childhood, he requests $50 in goods to get by. A stunning letter from one of the most coveted names in American literature! Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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647. Robert Ripley.

643. Katherine Anne Porter. Pulitzer Prize–winning

American writer (1890–1980) best known for such enduring stories as ‘The Jilting of Granny Weatherall’ and the novel Ship of Fools. Matte-finish 8 x 10 Bachrach portrait of Porter, signed and inscribed in the bottom and right borders in fountain pen “Dear Seymour, such a narrow margin to express so much love and reconnaissance! Katherine Anne, Friday 13th, April 1962.” Mounted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 15.75. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Signed book: Believe It or Not! First edition, later printing. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1929.

Hardcover, 6.25 x 9, 172 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black ink “To—Dick Hyman, who believed in this book before it was written—with every good wish of his friend, Rip’, ‘Believe It or Not,’ 1929.”

Light toning to the pages, partially cracked rear hinge, and slightly cocked spine, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

644. Frederic Prokosch. American writer

(1906–1989) known for his novels, poetry, criticism, and translations. Signed, handwritten poem book: Equator. Limited edition of three, numbered ‘zeta.’

France: Grasse, 1981. Hand-stitched couche mat softcover, 4.5 x 6.25, 6 pages. Signed and inscribed in black ink on the first free end page, “For my friend Chuck Williamson, with my best wishes, Frederic Prokosch. Grasse, June, 1987.” Also signed on a bookplate affixed to the inside cover, and on the limitations page, “F. Prokosch.” Original ink and paint illustration affixed to reverse of first free end page and signed “FP.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

645. Ernie Pyle. Offwhite James H. Rhodes & Company bookplate, 4 x 2.75, signed in the lower right in fountain pen. In fine condition, with adhesive remnants to the reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

648. Diego Rivera. Vin-

tage ink signature and Spanish inscription on an off-white 4.5 x 3 sheet removed from a book. Nicely double matted with an image of Rivera’s The Flower Seller to an overall size of 30 x 36. In fine condition. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

649. Norman Rockwell. Signed book: The

Adventures of Tom Sawyer [Japanese edition].

Japan: 1964. Hardcover with slipcase, 5 x 7.25.

Signed and inscribed on the title page in black felt tip, “Dear Jimmy—You will have to learn Japanese to read this book. It is the story of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain.

Merry Christmas, from Norman Rockwell.” A few dings and tears to the slipcase, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

650. Norman Rockwell. Look 646. Robert Ripley. Vintage

matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 portrait, signed and inscribed in black ink “To—Dick Hyman, with happy memories of our pleasant association together—from Rio to N.Y. to K.F.S. Ripley—’Believe It or Not’ 1940.” In very good condition, with scattered soiling and adhesive remnants to the surface, and lightly trimmed edges. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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magazine, 10.5 x 13.25 (21 x 13.25 opened), 76 pages, August 20, 1960, featuring a two-page spread of Rockwell’s ‘The Right to Know,’ signed on the image in black felt tip, “Sincerely, Norman Rockwell.”

Toning to edges, light wear and the original address label affixed to the front cover, and slight separation of the covers at the spine, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Rockwell offers an angelic pup as a Christmas greeting 651. Norman Rockwell.

Christmas card, 3 x 6.25, featuring a classic ‘Madonna and child’ image on the front, signed and inscribed inside by his wife in blue ballpoint, “With lots of love to Nellie & thanks for everything, Pitter, Mollie,” with Rockwell adding in blue ink, “and Norman” along with a sketch of Pitter as a dog with a halo above his head. In fine condition, with light blocks of toning to the borders, not affecting the signature or sketch.

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

652. Norman Rockwell.

TLS, one page, 5.75 x 7.5, personal letterhead, February 14, 1974. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I am sorry but I have no sketch that I can send you. I have numerous requests of this nature and it is just impossible for me to grant them.” The original mailing envelope is stapled to the reverse of the letter.

In fine condition, with aforementioned staple, a few light creases, and a couple stray ink marks. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

653. Norman Rockwell. Color 30.5 x 11.5 print entitled ‘Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas,’ signed in blue ink. In very good condition, with mild overall vertical rippling, a bit of slight border foxing, and a tear to right edge. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

654. Norman Rockwell. Two

items: one color magazine photo of Rockwell’s fireman painting, 7.75 x 10, bearing three Rockwell-designed postage stamps with a first day cancellation, signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint; and one black felt tip inscription and signature, “My best wishes to Elaine Daris, Cordially, Norman Rockwell,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 sheet. In fine condition, with a few light creases to the magazine photo.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

655. Norman Rockwell. Three items: one

ballpoint signature, “Sincerely, Norman Rockwell,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card; one ballpoint signature and inscription, “My best wishes to Rod Zanisin, sincerely, Norman Rockwell,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card; and one TLS transmitting the signatures, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, February 10, 1976. In overall fine condition, with trivial overall toning, and a small tear to the upper right corner tip of the letter. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Spectacular portrait of the renowned sculptor

656. Auguste Rodin. Seminal

and highly lauded French sculptor (1840–1917) whose works, including the iconic ‘The Kiss’ and ‘The Thinker,’ earned him a place among the most influential artistic figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Rare original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Elliott & Fry of London, signed and inscribed in the upper right in French and dated 1907. Mounted and framed to an overall size of 11.25 x 13.5. In fine condition, with mild toning and surface speckling. An exceptionally strong image with a scarce full signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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657. Auguste Rodin. Seminal

and highly lauded French sculptor (1840–1917) whose works, including the iconic The Kiss and The Thinker, earned him a place among the most influential artistic figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Bold ALS in French, signed “Rodin,” one page, 5.25 x 7.5, no date. Letter to a woman. In part (translated): “I have received your good news and am very happy about it, especially in these times of destruction.” Affixed by the left border of the second integral page to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, a few mild creases. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of the sculptor. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

659. J. K. Rowling. Signed

book: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Later printing. London: B l o o m s b u r y, 1998. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.25 x 8, 251 pages. Signed on the title page in black felt tip. Book condition: NF/NF. Illustrated paper-covered boards. Minor crease to dust jacket spinetail, otherwise an impeccable copy. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

660. Carl Sandburg. Signed book: Good Morning, America. First edition, limited issue numbered #193/811. NY: Crosby Gaige, 1928.

Hardcover, 6 x 8.5, 251 pages.

Signed on the half-title page in fountain pen. In fine condition, with light wear and soiling to the gilt stamped covers, and some adhesive remnants to the rear pastedown. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Rolland strongly disputes a wrongly identified manuscript 658. Romain Rolland. French writer

who won the 1916 Nobel Prize for literature. ALS in French, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8, January 10, 1933. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In part (translated): “I’m sorry to tell you that you were the victim of an impudent ‘error.’ That manuscript was never nor could it ever have been by me: l. because the handwriting (as you can ascertain) doesn’t remotely resemble mine; 2. because l was never the “correspondent” of the Journal de Geneve; 3. because on the date of July 31, 1914 I was in Switzerland…not in Paris…The ‘error’ is so gross that I wonder if…another manuscript was substituted…Furthermore, your manuscript is signed with the initials: P.B., almost certainly Pierre Bernus who was and still is the French correspondent of the Journal de Geneve. I’m sorry you were taken advantage of in this manner.

4. because the ideas expressed are totally opposed to mine; the renunciation made by Gustave Hervé (French pacifist and anti-militarist turned ultra-nationalist who founded a form of French fascism), his conversion to nationalism, always inspired the most profound contempt in me.” After his signature Rolland adds a brief postscript which reads, “For want of a fake autograph, here at least is an authentic one.” A central horizontal fold, show-through from writing on reverse, and some light toning and foxing to edges, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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A worried “Daddy” Salinger to his daughter: “I’m so relieved and glad that you’re not gaga...in any crisis or near-crisis you’re pretty detached and (hurray) self-protective” 661. J. D. Salinger. Uncommon TLS signed “Daddy,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, no date.

Letter to his daughter Peggy. In part: “Two thrilling enclosures: the Insurance business, and the Symphytum 10M. When or if you need the Symphytum, just take it as it is, dry, under the tongue. I know you’re still trying to make a decision about next year. I’m thinking of you. I wish you didn’t have to make such a sizable decision all by yourself, but I suppose you must. I’m so relieved and glad that you’re not gaga, and never have been, and that in any crisis or near-crisis you’re pretty detached and (hurray) self-protective.”

In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold, paperclip mark to the upper left, and area of surface loss at the top. Despite their strained relationship—Margaret would publish a controversial, critical memoir about her father while he was still living—this letter demonstrates him as a warm, loving man. A choice example of a Salinger letter that showcases his sense of humor and distinct style. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

662. Carl Sandburg.

TLS, one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, May 10, 1961. Letter to an admirer. In full: “Enclosed are the poems you typed which I have autographed for you.

I am returning the five dollar bill and requesting you to get for me two copies of that miniature book having my address to the Joint Session of Congress. I want these very much for a granddaughter and a grandson, respectively eighteen and nineteen years of age and bright and lovely.” Sandburg also hand wrote “please!!” in the margin next to his request. Double matted and framed with a photo of Sandburg to an overall size of 16 x 13. In fine condition, with a horizontal mailing fold passing through the top of the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

664. Dorothy Sayers. British

author (1893– 1957) best known for her series of mysteries featuring fictional detective Lord Peter Wimsey. Vintage ink signature, “Yours very sincerely, Dorothy L. Sayers,” on an off-white 8 x 5 sheet.

A central vertical fold passing through a couple letters of signature and sentiment, and mild rippling and wrinkles, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

663. John Singer Sargent. Distinguished American-born artist (1856–1925) who spent most of his career as an expatriate in Europe. While he painted a variety of subjects in various media, his fame rests primarily on his evocative, penetrating society portraits. ALS signed “John S. Sargent,” two pages, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, no date. In part: “I sent you a note…asking if you and Fannie would do me the pleasure of coming to lunch on Thursday.” Scattered toning to the top edge and borders, and a couple small pieces of mounting tape affixed to the reverse of each sheet, visible at the top edge, otherwise fine condition.

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

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665. Maurice Sendak. Color 24 x 18 poster

668. George Bernard Shaw. ANS

advertising an exhibit of Sendak’s original drawings for Where the Wild Things Are, signed in black felt tip. Rolled and in fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

666. George Bernard Shaw. Nobel

Prize–winning Irish dramatist and critic (1856–1950) who takes a place among the most distinguished and influential literary figures of his time. ALS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” on a 3.5 x 4.5 postcard, October 28, 1895. Letter to Mr. Brownlow. In full: “I have withdrawn my nomination, and written to our nominee to say so.

However, I shall send on your letter to Pease to make the situation complete. On Friday it turned out that at least four members of the executive were determined to block her candidature; and probably some of the others would have done the same if the responsibility had not been taken off their shoulders. It is rather hard on her; but it cannot be helped.” Reverse of the postcard is addressed in Shaw’s hand. In fine condition, with scattered toning and soiling and a tape remnant along top edge of reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Emerson Quarterly letterhead, March 1, 1929. Note written at the bottom of an earlier TLS to Shaw from Sands Chipman of the Emerson Quarterly.

Chipman had written Shaw concerning an excerpt he had seen from “a letter by you to Mr. Percival Wilde on the subject of Amateurs and Royalties. The royalties question is still a live issue in this country” and Chipman wished to add Shaw’s thoughts to the Quarterly’s article on the subject. At the bottom of the letter Shaw writes, “I have no objection to you reprinting the letter. But it would be uncivil to do so without Mr. Wilde’s permission. If you can get it you may go ahead without consulting me further.” In very good condition, with a few small separations along intersecting folds, a vertical fold through a single letter of signature, several pencil notations, and uniform toning from previous display. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

669. Georges Simenon. Satin-finish 5.5 x

4.5 photo of the author smoking a pipe, signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

667. George Bernard Shaw. ANS signed “G.

Bernard Shaw,” on a 3.5 x 4.5 postcard, personal letterhead, January 9, 1915. Brief note to H. J. Rubinstein. In full: “Send it along by all means.” Shaw has also addressed the reverse of the postcard. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling and slight edge curling.

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

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670. Georges Simenon. TLS, one page,

5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, October 5, 1953. Brief letter responding to an autograph request. Scattered creases and light soiling, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

671. Wallace Stevens. Pulitzer Prize–

winning poet (1879– 1955) whose works include ‘Valley Candle,’ and ‘The Emperor of IceCream.’ Scarce TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Hartford Accident and Indemnity Company letterhead, March 5, 1951.

Short letter to William Seward at The College of William and Mary. In full: “I am very happy to present the copy of Auroras of Autumn which I sent you. I hope that you will accept it.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a bit of scattered light toning. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

“The Lord is nigh unto all that call upon Him” 674. Harriet Beecher Stowe. AQS, one page

on a 3.75 x 2 card, January 4, 1889. Stowe quotes from Psalm 145:18. In full: “The Lord is nigh unto all that call upon Him. Your unknown but sincere friend, Harriet Beecher Stowe.” In very good condition, with light scattered toning and soiling, and light uniform surface loss to the top and left borders from previous display, not affecting any writing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

One of the greatest figures of world literature inscribes a short story 675. Rabindranath Tagore.

Uncommon check from the Treasure Island author

672. Robert Louis Stevenson. Bank check, 8 x 3.25, filled out

and signed by Stevenson, payable to his stepson S. Lloyd Osbourne for £10.0.0, August 8, 1887. Osbourne has endorsed the reverse of the check. Ink cancellation through signature, several vertical folds, cancellation cut to left edge, uniform toning from previous display, clipped left corner, and a few small edge tears, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by an unsigned vintage 10 x 8 photo from Treasure Island. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Bengali poet, playwright, philosopher, and author (1861–1941) who became the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize (Literature) in 1913. A printed booklet of Tagore’s short story The Trial of the Horse, 4.75 x 7, seven pages, signed and inscribed on the front cover, “To H. W. Massingham Esq., from Rabindranath Tagore.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and some mild handling wear. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

673. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Stowe deep in

thought, signed in the lower border, “H. B. Stowe,”and affixed to an off-white 3.75 x 5.25 sheet. In very good condition, with moderate rippling throughout, light toning and soiling, and some silvering to dark areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“A bad photograph of Bayard Taylor” 676. Bayard Taylor. American poet, literary

critic, translator, and travel author (1825–1878) who is probably best known for his translation of Goethe’s Faust. Original carte-de-visite portrait, 2.25 x 3.75, by J. Gurney and Son, humorously signed below the image in black ink, “A bad photograph of Bayard Taylor.” In fine condition, with light soiling slightly affecting the signature, and some silvering to the image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

677. Ilya Tolstoy. Russian writer (1866–1933) and son of Leo Tolstoy. ALS signed “Count Ilya Tolstoy,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, embossed crest letterhead, September 21, 1925. Letter to Mrs. Curtis Freshel. In part: “I like old furniture but I am afraid of beds on which many generations slept dreamed and may be died. A spook may visit me in the night and may be even a crowd of them.

However, if you do not mind such apparitions, you are all right.” In fine condition, with a light erased pencil notation to the upper right corner. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out by Tolstoy with his signature, “Count Tolstoy” in the return address area.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Tolstoy’s self-proclaimed masterpiece 678. Leo Tolstoy. Signed Cyrillic book: The Prisoner in the Caucasus. Russia, c. 1892. Paperback, 3.75 x 5, 48 pages. Signed and inscribed in Cyrillic on the front cover “To Lyubochka, L. N. Tolstoy.” At the time of his conversion, Tolstoy renounced all of his previous works as ‘bad art’—including his most famous novels, War and Peace and Anna Karenina—except for The Prisoner in the Caucasus. Just the second signed book we have offered from the revered writer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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679. Kurt Vonnegut. Souvenir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, from the beginning of Cat’s Cradle, signed at the bottom in blue ink, “Kurt Vonnegut, October 28, 1994.” In part: “Call me Jonah.

My parents did, or nearly did. They called me John. Jonah—John—if I had been a Sam, I would have been a Jonah still—not because I have been unlucky for others, but because somebody or something has compelled me to be certain places at certain times, without fail.” A few light creases to the borders and corners, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

680. Kurt Vonnegut. Nice 9.5 x 12 book photo of Vonnegut resting his head in his hand, signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce oversized casual portrait of Williams at his Florida home

681. Andy Warhol.

Felt tip signature, “Andy Warhol,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. A mild central crease and a noticeable crease to the lower left corner, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

686. Tennessee Williams.

682. Andy Warhol.

Two felt tip signatures, “Andy Warhol,” on a single off-white 5 x 3 lined card. In fine condition, with a mild crease to the left side. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

683. Andy Warhol. Glossy 8 x

10 publicity photo of Warhol, signed vertically in black ink. In very good condition, with light surface creases with a noticeable central horizontal crease, light soiling to the lower border, and some slight brushes to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

684. Eudora Welty. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10, personal letterhead, September 10, 1990. Letter to an admirer. In part: “It makes me feel terrible to realize how long I’ve taken to sign your book and send it back to you. There’ve been interruptions in the house and I’ve let them delay me badly.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage mattefinish 10.25 x 13.5 photo of Williams relaxing at his Key West home with his two bulldogs, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Emily & Lee, Fondly, Tennessee.” A photographer’s notation of “Pete Pinter, Key West,” is written in the lower right. Matted and framed to an overall size of 16.25 x 19.25. In fine condition.

Williams is quite uncommon in signed photos, particularly of this size and caliber. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

687. Tennessee Williams. Business check, 8.5 x 3.5, filled out in type and signed by Williams, “Tennessee Williams,” payable to Newton Pharmacy for $29.85, February 21, 1978. A vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, light scattered creases, and a small tear to the upper border, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

685. Thornton Wilder. Signed book: The Woman of Andros. First edition. NY: Albert & Charles Boni, Inc., 1930. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5 x 8.25, 162 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in black ink, “William Vincent Sieller, with best wishes of Thornton Wilder, Cambridge, Mass, January 1951.” Scattered foxing and soiling to the pages, various chips and dings to the dustjacket, and complete separation of the front and back covers of the dustjacket to its spine, otherwise very good condition. Sieller was a fellow author who had a number of published books.RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“I ought to be at my desk trying to figure out why the hell Bertie Wooster’s Aunt Dahlia should have engaged Sir Roderick Glossop (incognito) as her butler” 688. P. G. Wodehouse. TLS, one page,

7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, October 5, 1958. Letter to humorist S. J. Perelman. In part: “Thanks a thousand (1000) times for sending me this superb book. It has come, however, at rather a bad time, as I am trying to think out a plot for a new novel and was concentrating beautifully till it arrived.

I now find myself sneaking off to the book shelf and holding down the Most S. J. Perelman when I ought to be at my desk trying to figure out why the hell Bertie Wooster’s Aunt Dahlia should have engaged Sir Roderick Glossop (incognito) as her butler, an absolutely essential item of my story.” In fine condition, with creasing to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

691. Grant Wood. Renowned American artist (1891–1942), one of the principal figures of the Regionalist movement of the 1930s and 1940s, whose painting ‘American Gothic’ takes a place among the most recognizable icons in the history of American culture. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Grant Wood—Sept 21st—1940,” on an offwhite 8 x 3 sheet with a couple original collector’s notations. Light scattered toning and a rough top edge with an affixed mounting remnant, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) 692. William Butler Yeats.

Ink signature, “ Yo u r s — W. B .

Yeats,” on an offwhite 3.25 x 2 clipped slip affixed to a 6.25 x 5.25 off-white album page. In fine condition, with a few scattered ripples and wrinkles.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“I feel a painter’s place is in his studio, not on a speaker’s platform. His paintings should speak for him!”

690. Jamie Wyeth. TLS, one

page, 6.75 x 10, personal letterhead, April 4, 1972. Letter to Fred Gable, assistant dean of Temple University. In part: “I am honored that you should ask me to speak to your students in your ‘Societal Topic’ series…I, however, am rather peculiar, in that I feel a painter’s place is in his studio, not on a speaker’s platform. His paintings should speak for him!”

In fine condition, with a couple light creases and staple holes to the upper left. Accompanied by a copy of Gable’s letter in response.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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693. Emile Zola. ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining

sheets, 5.25 x 8, December 13, 1897. Letter reads, in part: “Here is the little note that Mr…was kind enough to promise to insert. I find it necessary for ‘le Figaro’ and for me. I’m also sending you a proof of the brochure. See if it would be appropriate and useful for an excerpt from it to accompany the note. I’m not asking for anything, I simply want you to do what is best for our common interests. I’ll also try to go and shake your hand tonight.” In fine condition, with a horizontal and vertical fold and a small ink notation to top of first page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

comic art & animation 694.

Original Garfield sketch and words of support for an aspiring cartoonist

Cartoonists.

Twelve original signed ink, ballpoint, and pencil sketches of comic strip characters on individual First Day Covers with cachets honoring ‘Comic Strip Classics.’ Artists are: Bil Keane, Dean Young, Mort Walker, Brad Anderson, Bud Blake, Stan Goldberg, Hy Eisman, Morrie Turner, Brian Crane, Will Eisner, Larry Pickering, and Fred Lasswell. In overall very fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

695. Disney: Milt Neil. Original signed felt tip sketch of Howdy Doody on an off-white 12 x 15 sheet.

In very good condition, with a light central horizontal fold, scattered creases, repaired paper loss to the left border, and faint uniform toning from previous display. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

698. Jim Davis. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, colorful ‘Garfield’ personal letterhead, April 12, 1979. Letter to aspiring comic artist Martin Greim. In part: “I’m delighted you enjoy Garfield even though you’re not a cat lover. Good luck with your syndication efforts. I certainly had no magic formula, so I don’t have a bit of advice to give you. I can only offer you my best wishes.” Davis has drawn an original ink sketch of Garfield sleeping in a box at the bottom of the letter. In fine condition, with light toning to the borders. Greim is a comic artist, best known for his Thunderbunny comics. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

696. Walt D i s n e y.

Personal check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to First Wisconsin Bank of Milwaukee for $51,000.00, stamp-dated April 4, 1960. Memo states that check is for “payment of loan per Nate dated Oct. 7, 1959.” Double matted and framed with images of Mickey and Minnie Mouse to an overall size of 19.5 x 21. In fine condition, with cancellation holes lightly affecting beginning of signature, a few pen and pencil marks, and a few light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

697. Walt Disney. Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Jack—Walt Disney,” on a light blue 5 x 4 album page affixed to a slightly larger black cardstock mount. A few mild creases and some show-through from adhesive, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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699. Stan Goldberg and Al Smith. Original

hand-inked eight-panel Mutt and Jeff Sunday comic strip on a 22 x 14 sheet of artist’s cardstock, dated March 12, 1961. Strip depicts Jeff’s attempt to ice fish and is signed in the last panel in black ink, “Al Smith”; an original signed and inscribed ballpoint sketch of Goldberg’s traced right hand, with Goldberg adding a self-portrait, at the bottom of a fan letter to Goldberg on a 9 x 12 off-white sheet; and a printed sketch of the Archie characters on a beige 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed and inscribed in black felt tip by Goldberg. In overall very good to fine condition, with expected notations and borders affixed to edges and scattered light toning and foxing to strip. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

702. Walter Lantz. Two different color glossy 8 x 10 photos of Woody Woodpecker comic book covers, each signed in black felt tip

by Lantz. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

703. Stan Lee.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Lee in front of a Spider-Man statue, signed in-person in black felt tip. In very fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

700. Matt Groening. Signed

book: Radioactive Man: Radioactive Repository Volume One. First edition. NY: HarperCollins, 2012.

Hardcover with dustjacket, 7 x 10.5, 272 pages.

Groening has drawn a large black felt tip Simpsons sketch on the reverse of the front free end page and signed, “Your pal, Matt Groening, July 14, 2012.” In fine condition, with slight soiling to the front cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

704. Stan Lee. Color semi-

glossy 8 x 10 laser print publicity photo, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

705. Bill Watterson. Signed

701. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Hand-painted animation cel, 11.5 x 9, depicting a sneaky Yogi Bear, signed in black felt tip by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Set against a pre-printed color background and double matted and framed to an overall size of 15.25 x 13.75. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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book: Lazy Sunday Book.

Kansas City: Andrews and McMeel, 1989.

Softcover, 8.5 x 10.75, 128 pages. Signed on the title page in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with two bookstore labels affixed to the front cover. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

classic music 706. Samuel Barber. Composer (1910–1981) whose Adagio for Strings is widely considered a masterpiece of modern classical music. ANS signed “Sam,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, personal letterhead, postmarked February 10, 1958. Brief note of thanks. In full: “Many thanks, dear Roy, for the kind wire for ‘Vanessa.’” Barber also addressed the postcard in his own hand. In fine condition, stray postmark ink affecting some of the text. Vanessa was Barber’s first opera, for which he won a Pulitzer Prize in 1958. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 707. Hector Berlioz. Influ-

ential French composer (1803– 1869) of such repertory staples as the programmatic ‘Symphonie fantastique,’ the opera ‘Les Troyens,’ and the colorful ‘travelogue in tones’ Harold in Italy. ALS in French, signed “H. Berlioz,” one page, 5.25 x 8, May 18–19 [1860]. Letter to “Mon cher Engel.”

Translated in part: “Mr. Benazet has come to spend a few days in Paris as the season in Baden has been cancelled. He told me to cancel all my preparations, as there will be no festival. I had already mentioned you and you had been approved.

If the situation evolves for the better I will let you know, but…’Bellum ruit,’ we did not need this all, ever yours.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, small ink notation to top edge, and some scattered light toning and creasing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

709. Maria Callas.

Glossy 8 x 10 closeup photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Kenneth Douglas, Sincerely, Maria Callas, 1971.” Light scattered creases and crazing to the emulsion, and moderate surface spotting, otherwise fine condition.

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

(MB $200)

710. Enrico Caruso. Vintage pencil signature, “Enrico Caruso,” on the reverse of an off-white 3.5 x 3 die-cut floral card. In fine condition, with trivial soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned composite magazine photo of the tenor. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

708. Henri Busser. French composer and conductor (1872–1973).

AMQS on an off-white 7 x 5 album page. Busser pens five bars from his ballet ‘La Ronde des saisons,’ signing underneath, “Henri Busser 1916,” adding a brief inscription in French. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning, slightly heavier around the edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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44 original drawings by the iconic Italian tenor 711. Enrico Caruso. Remarkably unique custom-bound hardcover album, 15.5 x 19.5, containing

44 caricature drawings by Enrico Caruso. Each drawing—31 in pencil or graphite and the remainder in ink, crayon, or pencil traced over in ink—has been sleeved into a mat, and the bat sheets bound into the album. The drawings range in size from approximately 7.75 x 4 to 12 x 8.5. Sketches primarily feature portraits of men in profile, but also include men in formal wear, a clown figure, a singer in a Shakespearean costume, an abstract sketch, a person in manacles, a woman in profile, and a self-portrait. Two sketches signed “Enrico Caruso” and three signed on the reverse, one “E. Caruso” and the others “Enrico Caruso.”

Sixteen items bear show-through from the reverse of either numbers, dates, initials, or possible signatures.

In fine condition, with scattered light toning to the pages, one mat page loose, and some wear to the gilt lettering. The album was once housed within a secondary cover, with the spine and front board detached and the back board barely attached.

Caruso was not only the most famous—and best—tenor who ever lived, he also could draw gorgeous caricatures. This immense volume is a superior example of this artistic touch. The high-quality sketches also hints of Caruso’s humorous side in some of their make-up, as caricatures are wont to do, with elongated and exaggerated features. Although research has shown that some of the examples here are similar in design to Caruso drawings that have reproduced throughout the years, the exact drawings here do not appear to have ever before been published, though comparable examples can be found in his son’s book, Caruso’s Caricatures. Among the 44 likenesses are depictions of French composer Gustave Charpentier, conductor Nahan Franko, and violinist Mischa Elman, as well as a self-caricature of Caruso in Les Huguenots.

According to the consignor, this truly one-of-a-kind collection was originally the property of their grandfather, a minor Italian tenor whose family lived in Chicago from the 1930s onward. Accompanied by a 2010 insurance appraisal of the collection. Truly an incredible item deserving of having its praises sung! RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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715.

Composers.

Three items: AMQS, signed “Aram Khatchaturian,” on an off-white 4 x 3 card. Khatchaturian pens a single bar from ‘The Sabre Dance.’; a vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Gustave Charpentier, signed and inscribed in black ink, adding a single bar AMQS from ‘Louise’; and a brief ALS from Ralph Vaughan-Williams, signed “R. Vaughan-Williams.” In overall fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

712. Pablo Casals. ALS in French, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, September 26, 1950. Untranslated letter in French, responding to an admirer’s letter about hearing Isaac Stern. In fine condition, with scattered creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

713. Luigi Cherubini. Ital-

ian composer (1760–1842) known for his operas and sacred music; Beethoven regarded him as the greatest of his contemporaries. ALS in French, signed “Cherubini,” one page, 3.5 x 4.5, no date. Letter about the arrival of notable violinist Pierre Baillot.

In full (translated): “When I came home this evening, I learned that dear Baillot had arrived. According to our agreement, all three of you are to be at my home tomorrow, Friday. My dear friends, don’t break your word. I’m expecting you. Good night; greet Baillot for me in the meantime.” In fine condition, with three horizontal folds, one passing through the signature, and light overall toning. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Cherubini. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

716. Composers.

Two items: rare original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Christian Sinding, by George Brokesch of Leipzig, signed across the image in black ink; and a block of four Finnish postage stamps honoring Jean Sibelius, signed in black ink. Moderate contrast to Sibelius’s signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

714. Composers. Three items:

vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Xaver Scharwenka, signed in fountain pen; vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Theodor Leschetizky, signed and inscribed in fountain pen; and an untranslated ALS, in German, signed “Moritz Moszkowski,” one page, 4.75 x 7.75, dated June 1885. In fine condition, with some light silvering to darker areas of photos. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

717. Cesar Cui. Army officer and composer (1835–1918) and a

member of the group of Russian composers known as ‘The Five.’

ALS in French, signed “C. Cui,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, November 25, 1896. Untranslated letter to a friend. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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718. Walter Damrosch.

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, March 9, 1915. Letter to the father of an aspiring composer. In full: “I found a little time yesterday to look over your boy’s song.

It is an encouraging effort of a beginner, and shows possibilities of sentiment and of a proper appreciation of the feeling of the words.

Naturally, it is a far cry from Tipperary and he will have to buckle to and work lots at counterpoint and musical form before he is entitled to be treated as a real composer. After he has completely mastered his technique, he will show whether he has the real stuff in him for a composer.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered creases, toning and soiling to the borders, and two rectangular blocks of toning at the top and bottom. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

719. Beniamino Gigli. Bank check, 6.25 x

2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Gigli, payable to Whito and Laundry for $30.77, February 2, 1922. A vertical fold to left side and cancellation holes to upper portion, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned vintage 6.5 x 9.5 Carlo Edwards photo. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

720. Percy Grainger. Distinguished vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 portrait, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Miss Harriette Brower, with all best wishes, from her friend Percy Grainger, Aug. 1923.” Mild scattered toning to the borders, some irregular adhesion to the inscription and signature, and silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

The ‘Pirates of Penzance’ lyricist declines submitting to a magazine 722. William S. Gilbert. British lyri-

cist (1836–1911) best known for his 14 comic operas written in collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan. ALS signed “W. S. Gilbert,” one page, 4.25 x 7, Grim’s Dyke letterhead, July 30, 1909. Brief letter to H. F. Rubinstein. In full: “I regret to say that I am unable to comply with your request to contribute verses to your magazine.” In very good condition, with repaired tear to lower left and scattered toning and soiling, a bit heavier to the edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Composer, conductor, and pianist (1881–1966) who wrote film scores, vocal and chamber music, and art songs, including the popular ‘Do Not Go, My Love.’ AMQS on a light brown 6 x 2 sheet, signed and inscribed “Love to Ruth! Richard Hageman.” Hageman pens two bars of his song ‘At the Well,’ with their corresponding lyrics, “When the two sisters go to fetch water,” which were taken from a poem by Rabindranath Tagore. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

721. Franz Lehar. Vintage 5.5 x 3.5 postcard photo of Lehar at his piano, signed vertically in the right border in black ink. Light scattered soiling and surface impressions, and a trivial brush to the end of the signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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723. Richard Hageman.

724. Jascha Heifetz. Superb

vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Heifetz bathed in a spotlight as he plays his violin, signed in fountain pen, “Greetings— Jascha Heifetz, Dec. 1944.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creases and cracking to the emulsion, toning to the borders, and slight rippling to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

727. Franz Lehar. Vintage ink

signature, “Lehar, Wien, 21/9, 1928,” on an off-white 6 x 4.75 album page. In fine condition, with light overall toning and a mild vertical fold to the right border. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

725. Victor Herbert. ALS, one

page, 7.5 x 10, personal letterhead, March 14, 1921. Polite letter declining an invitation. In part: “I am very sorry not to be able to accept your invitation to speak at Mr. Belarin’s dinner…I have an engagement in Pittsburgh.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, trimmed left edge, a few creases, and a uniform shade of toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

726. Joseph Joachim. Ger-

man violinist and composer (1831–1907) ranked second only to Paganini among 19thcentury virtuosi.

He was a close associate of Johannes Brahms, who wrote a number of works (including the Violin Concerto) specifically with Joachim’s talents in mind. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, no date. Letter to Mrs. Senior. In part: “I must thank you in one line for your cheering note…it is so delightful to know that you are so much better and even allowed to go to the Crystal palace for a rehearsal. But alas, I am not to play there any more; I must come some day and play at your house, and I will let you know when there is the rehearsal for the concert in aid of the blind at St. James Hall.”

Reverse of second page is affixed to a slightly larger sheet. Spots of toning to second page from adhesive on reverse, with lighter toning to first page, and some slight brushing to a few letters of text, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

728. Ruggero Leoncavallo. Italian composer (1857–1919) best known for his operas, particularly the beloved repertoire staple ‘Pagliacci’ (1892). AMQS on an off-white 10.25 x 8 album page. Leoncavallo pens two bars of music and lyrics from his opera ‘Goffredo Mameli,’ with the lyrics proclaiming “Italia, Italia.” Signed underneath, “Leoncavallo, Lucca 12 maggio 1916.” Scattered toning and foxing, primarily to the edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 729. Jules Massenet.

French composer (1842– 1912) best known for such operas as ‘Manon,’ ‘Werther,’ and ‘Thais.’

ALS in French, signed “Massenet,” one page, 4.75 x 6, June 5, 1912.

Untranslated letter written from Paris to a friend.

In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and a bit of scattered light toning and soiling.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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“I will send the Piano tomorrow morning and I will try to extract from it its least bad part for the Prince”

730. Franz Liszt. ALS in French, signed “F. Liszt,” one page both

sides, 4.25 x 5, no date. In full: “It is with great eagerness, dear Baron, that I accept the Prince’s kind invitation. I will send the Piano tomorrow morning and I will try to extract from it its least bad part for the Prince.” Intersecting folds, a bit of light toning, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

One of Italy’s best dramatic composers signs alongside its most ruthless dictator 731. Pietro Mascagni and Benito Mussolini. An AMQS from Mascagni and signature from Mussolini on an off-white 10.5 x 8 album page. Mascagni pens two bars of music and lyrics from his opera ‘Il piccolo Marat,’ signing underneath, “P. Mascagni, Lucca” and dated October 1, 1927; and an ink signature, “Benito Mussolini, Lucca 12 maggio 1930 VIII.” Scattered light toning and soiling, a few small tears to bottom edge, and light show-through from signatures on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

732. Jenny Lind. Celebrated soprano (1820–1887), known as the ‘Swedish Nightingale,’ who, under the management of P. T. Barnum, became the most renowned and highly paid singer of her day. ALS signed “Jenny Goldschmidt,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, August 29, no year.

Letter to a friend regarding travel plans. In part: “We remain here until the 17th or 18 of next month—and therefore shall be very glad to see you here on Saturday the 7th of September.” Second integral page professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with toning to the borders, some show-through from writing on opposing sides, and tape remnants and ink notations to the upper border of the first page. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200) 148 | November 14, 2012 | CLASSIC MUSIC

733. Giacomo Meyerbeer. ALS in German, signed “Meyerbeer,” one page, 5.25 x 8, no date. Letter to Mr. Brandor. In full (translated): “You would much oblige me, if you could send me the address of Mr. Rosenhain fairly soon. Count Wilkowsky, who has just arrived, asked me for it. Please allow, noble Sir, the expression of my most complete respect.” Some light staining to left edge, scattered creases, and a pencil notation to lower left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

734. Ferdinando Paer. Italian-

born composer and opera director (1771–1839) who was one of the first teachers of the young Franz Liszt. ALS in French, one page, 5 x 8.25, May 19, 1817. Untranslated letter to Madame Naderman in Paris.

Reverse of second integral page bears an address in Paer’s hand. In very good condition, with paper loss to top right, intersecting folds, a diagonal crease to lower left, pencil notation to top edge, some light toning, and signature a bit cramped. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

736. Prima Donnas. Three items:

ALS, signed “J. L. Goldschmidt,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Wynd’s Point letterhead, September 3. A letter to a gentleman concerning her upcoming travel plans; a vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Claudia Muzio, signed and inscribed in fountain pen and dated 1932; and a vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Lillian Nordica as Brunnhilde, signed in fountain pen. Paper loss to top of hinge of letter and a bit of light silvering to photos, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

737. Giacomo Puccini.

Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Puccini, signed and inscribed in fountain pen with an Italian sentiment and dated 1917. A couple mild corner dings and some light contrast to the inscription and signature, otherwise fine condition.

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

Tosca signed by Puccini 738. Giacomo Puccini. Color

735. Giuditta Pasta. ALS in Italian, one page, 4 x 5, July 4, 1851.

Letter reads, in full (translated): “ I beg you to have the courtesy to bring me the balance of my possessions, as well as the silverware which I consigned to you for polishing.” Accompanied by a clipped address panel in Pasta’s hand, in Italian, to “Monsieur Sciomachen, Saint Michael at the Sign of the Golden Globe Personal-to be delivered by hand.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges to letter and some light toning from mounting remnants on reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

3.5 x 5.5 postcard featuring an artist’s depiction of a scene from Puccini’s famous opera, Tosca, signed below the image in black ink. In very good condition, with moderate scattered foxing and soiling, a trivial crease to the lower right corner tip, and a tack hole to the lower left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 149

Musical quote from ‘La Fanciulla del West’ two months after its triumphant world premiere at the Met 739. Giacomo Puccini. Boldly penned AMQS on an off-white 6.5 x 5 sheet.

Puccini pens two bars of music from ‘La Fanciulla del West,’ writing the title above the quote, and signing underneath “Giacomo Puccini, Feby 1911, Milano.” Repaired tear to top edge, affecting a single letter of song title, another small repaired tear to right edge, rough edges, and a touch of light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Based on David Belasco’s “The Girl of the Golden West,” Puccini’s “La Fanciulla del West” premiered at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York on December 10, 1910, conducted by Arturo Toscanini and featuring Enrico Caruso in the lead role of Dick Johnson. The opera remained popular through its first season, and continued to enjoy moderate success with premiers throughout Europe, Australia, and Argentina. This handsome musical quotation, penned at the end of the opera’s premier season, is a beautiful piece of the legendary composer’s American West. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Puccini’s plea before abandoning his beloved villa

740. Giacomo Puccini. ALS in Italian,

three pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.75 x 8.5, Torre del Lago, December 5, 1920.

Puccini writes to the “Honorable Doctor Paci,” at Viareggio, asking the help of his influential friend to avoid the nuisance caused by the company Torbière around his beloved house at Torre del Lago (Tower on the Lake). Puccini is very much disturbed by their attitude, as they are ruining the road around the Lake. Though he has protested with agent Baldini, Puccini thinks everything is useless without the help of his friend, whom he begs to intervene. In very good to fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, noticeable creases to the right corners, scattered creases and light soiling, and a ‘Comune di Viareggio’ stamp to the first page, slightly affecting some of the text. Puccini spent most of his time between 1891 and 1921 in Torre del Lago, purchasing his villa there in 1900. Unfortunately, the build up of industry at the lake grew too much for Puccini to bear—a peat factory opened up, and the noise and pollution drove him to move to Viareggio in 1921, shortly after writing this letter. Today, Torre del Lago is the site of the annual Festival Puccini, an outdoor performance of Puccini’s greatest works. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

From his masterpiece ‘The Fountains of Rome’ 741. Ottorino Respighi. Composer (1879–1936) known for orchestral colorism. AMQS on an off-white 4.5 x 3 sheet. Respighi pens two bars from ‘The Fountains of Rome,’ adding the title, and signing “Ottorino Respighi, Obuenos Aires, Settembre 1929.” In fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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742. Maurice Ravel. ALS

in French, one page, 4.75 x 8, no date. Letter to Mr. and Mrs. Claude Roger Marx (playwright). Ravel provides the street address of “Dr. Hosiasson” (painter), “Max Morise” (surrealist writer, artist), and “Roland Tual” (film director, producer). Ravel adds: “There are a few more names…I’ll have them sent to you. Do you have a rehearsal Saturday, on the eve of the concert? If so, let me know.” In very good condition, with repairs to a couple small areas of paper loss, a few creases, and scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

743. Carl Reinecke.

745. Ernest Reyer.

French opera composer and critic (1823–1909). ALS in French, signed “E. Reyer,” one page, lightly-lined graph-like paper, 4 x 5.25, March 9. Untranslated letter to George. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold and some scattered light toning. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

746. Anton Rubinstein. Russian

pianist and composer (1829–1894) acclaimed as one of the foremost keyboard artists of all time. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait, by J. Lowy of Vienna, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Ant. Rubinstein.”

In fine condition, with trivial irregular adhesion to the signature and light adhesive remnants to the reverse.

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

German composer, conductor, and pianist (1824–1910). Unusual twice-signed AMQS on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 sheet. Reinecke pens an ingenious 12-bar musical palindrome, identified as “Violino I,” and “Violino II,” signed at the top and bottom edge and dated “Leipzig 1 Sept 1904.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

744. Sergei Rachmaninoff. Vin-

tage ink signature, “S. Rachmaninoff 1938,” on a light green 6.25 x 5.25 album page. In very good condition, with mild rippling, some scattered light toning, and a mild block of toning and thin paper under signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

747. Anton Rubinstein. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo

by J. Ganz of Brussels, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Ant. Rubinstein.” Light scattered surface marks and spots to the image, some light toning and soiling, and an ink notation to the upper left corner on the reverse, otherwise fine condition.

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

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748.

Richard Strauss. Vintage 5.5

x 3.5 postcard photo of Strauss at his home in Garmisch, signed and inscribed in the borders in fountain pen “Mr. Plung, Dr. Richard Strauss, 26.6.43.”

On the reverse is a three-bar AMQS, which Strauss identifies as being from his one-act opera “Daphne.” Mild scattered creases and soiling, and some light stray ink to the upper left, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by an original unsigned postcard portrait of Strauss.

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

749. Ambrose Thomas. French com-

poser of light operas (1811–1896). ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, Conservatoire National de Musique letterhead, October 30, 1875.

Untranslated letter. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, an office stamp near top, and a couple small pencil notations and creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

750. Arturo Toscanini. Vintage

3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of the conductor with an intense gaze, signed in black ink in the lower border, adding the date and “London” above. In very good condition, with silvering to dark areas of the photo, some surface loss near his collar, and moderate contrast to the date and location. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

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Stately portrait of the revered operatic composer 751. Giuseppe Verdi. Italian

composer (1813– 1901) who was one of the most influential figures in the history of opera. Original 3.75 x 5.75 cabinet photo, signed and in black ink, “G. Verdi,” and dated “Paris, Avril 1880.” Photo is affixed to a slightly larger card. In fine condition, with trimmed edges, a couple small surface cuts and dings, a light horizontal bend to lower portion, and portion of Verdi’s writing light, but legible. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

753. Ralph Vaughan Williams. Influential

English composer (1872–1958) of symphonies, chamber music, opera, choral music, and film scores. He was also an important collector of English folk music and song. TLS signed “R. Vaughan Williams,” one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, April 24, 1955.

Letter to Thomas Boyce of Belgium. In full: “Are you any relation to the great Boyce, the eighteenth century English composer? If so, I will abrogate my usual rule about not sending my autograph to strangers, though I cannot hope to compete with the distinguished musical comedy writers whose names seem chiefly to have filled your book. I have no intention of retiring yet.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, and a few paperclip impressions to the left border. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

contemporary music 754. American Composers. Five docu-

ments, each 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion by a different American composer: DS signed “Roy Harris,” one page, September 29, 1953, regarding royalties to a recording of ‘SixtySeventh Psalm’; DS signed “Aaron Copland, Treasurer,” along with the date and an amendment in his hand, one page, May 29, 1956, regarding permissions for Walter Piston’s ‘First String Quartet’; DS signed “Henry Cowell” and “Lou Harrison,” four pages on adjoining sheets, February 19, 1945, regarding royalties for the publication of Cowell’s ‘The Irish Girl’; DS signed “Elliott C. Carter, Jr.,” one page, August 14, 1939, securing the rights to a poem by Emily Dickinson for use in the song ‘Heart Not So Heavy As Mine’; DS signed “Milton Babbitt,” one page, September 20, 1963, regarding the copyright of his work ‘Vision and Prayer.’ Various scattered creases and toning, paperclip impressions, and staple and filing holes, and a toned piece of tape affixed to the top of the Cowell document, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce image of the cool jazz icon on stage

755. Chet Baker. Tragic jazz great whose intimate playing style established him as a great talent until his drug-related death in 1988.

Rare satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Baker playing his trumpet on stage, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “Tom—Once again, thanks, Chet Baker, N.Y–77.” In fine condition. A seldom encountered autograph from the celebrated musician. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Fab Four, with Jimmy Nicol, tour ‘Down Under’ in 1964, with a unique soccer association 756. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon,” on a light green 4.75 x 4 album page, and vintage ballpoint signatures, “George Harrison,” and “Paul McCartney,” on one side of a same-size light purple album page, with a ballpoint signature, “Best wishes, Jimmy Nicol,” on the reverse. Both pages are still housed in their original 5.25 x 4 hardcover autograph album, which is also signed by the 1964 Everton Football Club. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and surface impressions to signed pages. A unique combination, as Nicol’s tenure with the band was brief, and it was the first time the English premiers played in Australia. Nicol replaced Ringo Starr from June 3–15, 1964, at the start of the Beatles’ World Tour, while Ringo was suffering from tonsillitis and pharyngitis.

An extremely rare offering, as Nicol was with the Beatles for slightly more than a week. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Super early Parlophone card 757. Beatles. Vintage 5.25 x 3.25 Parlophone records promotional photo, featuring an image of the band on the front, signed on the reverse

in blue ballpoint, “Love from George Harrison,” “John Lennon,” and “Ringo Starr,” and in green ballpoint, “love, Paul McCartney xxx.” In very good condition, with a trimmed top edge, several creases, more pronounced on the image side, lightly affecting a couple of the signatures, and some scattered light toning and soiling. An early example boasting clean signatures on one of their early promotional cards. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Early copy of With The Beatles signed while filming A Hard Day’s Night 758. Beatles. With The Beatles album, signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “love Paul McCartney xxx,” “John Lennon,” and “Ringo Starr.”

Signatures were obtained at the Scala Theatre, London, in either March or April 1964 when The Beatles were recording scenes for a Hard Day’s Night; and a vintage late 1963 ballpoint signature, “George Harrison xx,” on a 4.5 x 1.5 off-white slip, removably attached by its corners to the front cover of a With The Beatles album.

The records are included. Moderate toning and light dampstaining to back cover of signed album, and scattered moderate creases and edge wear to both sides, and light creases to Harrison’s signature, otherwise very good condition. The signatures remain very bold and legible. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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759. Beatles: George Harrison. Glossy 8 x 10 Loka publicity

photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Brett, best wishes, George Harrison.” In very good condition, with scattered noticeable creases to lower portion of image, one through portion of signature, and scattered surface impressions. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Highly sought-after copy of Songs by George Harrison 760. Beatles: George Harrison. Signed book: Songs by George

Harrison. Limited edition of 2500 copies. London: Ganga Publishing, 1987. Hardcover with custom case, 7 x 10.25, 176 pages. Signed on the color print limitations page in black felt tip “George Harrison,” indicating this is a limited edition numbered 2161/2500. Book is also signed on a bookplate affixed to the first free end page by famed watercolor artist Keith West. Volume is complete with the four-song album of unreleased Harrison material. Copies of this volume are highly sought after and seldom appear for sale. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

761. Beatles: George Harrison. Apple Films Ltd. business check, 8 x 4, filled out in another hand and signed by Beatles: Harrison, payable to Richard Vey for £147.0.0, March 5, 1970.

Three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, a red cancellation mark through a single letter of signature, expected stamps, and two punch holes and a staple to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

George’s mom comments on the ‘Butcher’ album cover

762. Beatles: Louise Harrison. ALS, one page both sides, 5.25

x 7, no date but postmarked July 15, 1966. Letter to an American fan.

In full: “The wedding I was to witness was called off by the MP, the girl is really upset & shocked. I went down as I had already paid for my ticket on train etc. I met 8 Americans in a pub by arrangement & we all had a happy time. Time went so fast I never visited Aunt Mimi as I had not my husband & car with me. The album cover was just a new idea from an up & coming photographer. He is out I reckon, as he cost the boys £1000 withdrawing one cover & having another rushed out. Not to worry our boys are still the same.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases and a spot of soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Yesterday and Today had just been released at the end of June, so this letter was written shortly after the controversy occurred. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

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763. Beatles: Olivia Harrison. Widow of

George Harrison, whom she married in 1978. ALS signed “Olivia & (George),” all in the hand of Olivia Harrison, one page, 5.75 x 4, no date. Postcard from Olivia while she and George were on vacation in Caneel Bay on St. John. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Legendary songwriting duo 764. Beatles: Lennon and McCartney. Vintage ball-

point signatures, “Paul McCartney” and “John Lennon,” on a beige 4.25 x 3.75 album page. Signatures date from 1963-64.

Some scattered light soiling and paper remnants to left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Near-flawless image from Lennon’s Rock ‘n’ Roll

766. Beatles: John Lennon. Choice glossy 8 x 10 photo from the cover

of Lennon’s Rock ‘n’ Roll album, signed at the bottom in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in which he writes, “The signature on this photo dates from the mid-1970’s, and it is an excellent example from the period.” A highly desirable photo in simply stunning condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

767. Beatles: Paul McCartney.

Beautiful left-handed sunburstfinish Hofner ‘violin’ or ‘Cavern’ B-Bass HI-Series bass guitar, beautifully signed on the pearloid pickguard in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in which he writes, “This signature was obtained in person in 2009.” Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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770. Irving Berlin. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 16, 1958. Letter to Dr. Alfred C. Levy.

In full: “It was very thoughtful of you to send me that nice birthday letter and I appreciate it more than I can say.”

In fine condition, with slight brushing to the signature. RRAuction COA.…

(MB $100)

768. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Signed book: Paintings. First edition. Boston: Little, Brown and Company, 2000. Hardcover with dustjacket, 10.5 x 12.75, 146 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ink. In very fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned announcement for an exhibition of McCartney’s paintings at Matthew Marks Gallery in New York. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Signing for the rest of the band in 1963, Paul adds an uncommon ‘Beetle’ sketch 769. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Vintage ball-

point signatures of the Beatles, all in the hand of Paul McCartney, “Beatles Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white 4 x 6.25 sheet. A central horizontal fold between Harrison’s signature and a bit of light toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked June 5, 1963, with McCartney writing on the reverse, “Thanks for the letter!,” and adding a Beatles “B” sketch. The signatures were most likely signed while The Beatles were en route from Birmingham to Leeds.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

771. Irving Berlin.

Matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 portrait of Berlin, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Bud Hafman, all good wishes, Irving Berlin.”

In very good condition, with scattered marks and silvering to the image, a paperclip impression to the top, and trimmed edges. Accompanied by the original transmittal memo from his assistant, dated January 2, 1968.

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

Three iconic bluesmen including Muddy Waters

772. Blues Legends. Three book pages, each approximately 7 x 9.75, each signed in ink by the respective artist pictured. Signers are Muddy Waters (also signed by Otis Spann, Brownie McGhee, and Reverend Gary Davis). Each is double matted with a biographical page and a small plaque to overall approximate sizes of 21.5 x 18. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce Clapton signature from 1967, his days with “The Cream” 773. Eric Clapton. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Eric Clapton, London, The Cream,” on an off-white 9 x 5.75 registry sheet. Also signed by Dave Dee and two members of his band, and Lulu. Other signers have dated the sheet May 1967. In very good condition, with light overall toning, a few dings to the right edge, a toned piece of tape to the left border, and some scattered adhesive remnants above the signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

776. Nat King Cole.

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo of Cole and his ‘Trio,’ signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Wally, Best wishes, Nat King Cole.” A few light surface creases, ding to the upper right corner, and the inscription and signature a couple shades light, otherwise fine condition.

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

Original candid snapshot of Cline performing 774. Patsy Cline. Vintage glossy 4 x 3.25 candid photo of Cline and her band performning, signed in blue ballpoint, “Many thanks, Patsy Cline.” A staple to right side and some mild spotting and finish wear to lower portion of image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

775. Patsy Cline. Scarce

vintage ballpoint signature, “Many thanks, Patsy Cline,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. Three sets of staple holes and some trivial soiling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…

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777. Nat King Cole. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Cole in a loud suit jacket, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Charles, Nat King Cole.” In fine condition, with scattered surface creases and a ding to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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778. Cowboy Copas. Country singer (1913–1963) who died in the plane crash that also killed Patsy Cline. Original Cowboy Copas ‘Hillbilly Songs’ songbook, 9 x 12, 33 pages, 1947, featuring the sheet music and lyrics to 16 songs, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Cowboy Copas, WSM.” In very good condition, with a few creases, toning to the left and upper borders, and scattered damp staining and spotting. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

The King and Queen of Folk in-person at Harvard Square’s Club 47 in the mid-60s 779. Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. Joan Baez in

Concert album signed and inscribed on the back cover in black ink, in-person, “To Dave from Bob Dylan,” and “David, Joan Baez.” In fine condition, with some scattered light wear to covers. The record is included. Consignor notes that signatures were acquired in-person at Club 47 in Harvard Square after an Arts Festival appearance in 1964 or 65. A scarce and exceptionally desirable combination of signatures acquired around the time the duo’s personal relationship had begun to dissolve. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Celebrating Dylan’s 30 years of music 780. Bob Dylan. The 30th Anniversary Celebration CD signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Dylan. In fine condition. The CD is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

781. Duke Ellington. DS, 12

pages, 8.5 x 11, August 29, 1946.

Exclusive employment contract hiring Al Hibbler “as a vocalist with our orchestra and as a performer in the entertainment industry…for a period of five (5) years” with an option “for an additional period of three (3) years,” being paid $150 weekly for 52 weeks per year. “Of the $150 weekly salary, $20 is for expenses.”

Signed on the final page by Ellington, “Duke Ellington, Pres.,” and also signed “X” by Albert Hibbler, and next to Hibbler’s mark: “Albert Hibbler By Al Celley Mgr of Duke Ellington Orch” and “contract read

by Tom Whaley witness” and another witness. In fine condition, with some mild handling wear and creasing. Accompanied by an unsigned vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Hibbler, a TLS referring to Hibbler’s agreement, and two unsigned contracts between Columbia Records and Hibbler. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare photo of the influential French musician and his flame

782. Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin. Desirable vintage

glossy 10 x 8 photo of Gainsbourg and Birkin eating hors d’oeuvres, signed and inscribed in French in fountain pen by both. In very good condition, with scattered creases and light cracks to the emulsion, and some areas of Birkin’s inscription and signature a shade light. A scarce photo of the world famous couple, and the first Gainsbourg we have ever offered. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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783. Ella Fitzgerald and Ray Brown. DS, signed “Ella Fitzger-

ald” and “Raymond Brown,” two pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, March 28, 1947. Agreement between Sentinel Music Co. and Fitzgerald and Brown regarding royalties for distribution of sheet music to a piece entitled ‘No Sense.’ Light creases to the corners and scattered toning, and a staple hole with slight paper loss to the bottom edge, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

784. George Gershwin. Pro-

gram page for a performance of Gershwin’s music by the Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra, July 9–10, 1936, 5.5 x 8, signed in fountain pen by Gershwin and the conductor, Alexander Smallens.

The schedule for the concert includes a ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ solo

by Gershwin himself. Light scattered creases, mild damp staining to the lower left corner, and a trivial tear to the top edge, otherwise fine condition.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

785. George and Ira Gershwin. Two items: one bank

Group portrait of the Dead’s highly successful ‘fourth era’ 786. Grateful Dead. Glossy 10 x 8 Arista publicity photo, signed in blue felt tip by Jerry Garcia, Brent Mydland, Bill Kreutzmann, Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, and Mickey Hart. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 10.5. In fine condition, with some light toning and fingerprints and barely noticeable traces of a removed notation to image. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200) 787. Grateful Dead: Jerry Garcia. Large

and exceptional ink signature, “Jerry Garcia,” on an off-white 11 x 8.5 sheet.

In very fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by George Gershwin, payable to Bank of America for $200.00, dated January 7, 1931; and one ink signature, “Best wishes, Ira Gershwin, Beverly Hills; July, 1974,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Check is in very good condition, with two vertical folds, expected cancellation stamps and holes, one stamp slightly affecting the signature, some paper loss to the upper border, and light mirroring to the ink of the signature; card has a light crease to the left side, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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788. Grateful Dead: Jerry Garcia. Jerry Gar-

Monk’s Quartet plays Amsterdam in 1964

cia Band’s Cats Under the Stars album signed on the front cover in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with a mild album impression, discount cut to lower left, and a few scattered surface creases.

The record is included. Precertified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

790. Thelonious Monk. Idio-

789. Otto Harbach. Lyricist and librettist (1873–1963) of fifty musical comedies who served as Oscar Hammerstein II’s mentor.

DS, signed “Otto A. Harbach,” one page, 8.5 x 11, April 24, 1944. Upon renewing the copyright to Katinka, Harbach confirms MGM’s rights to the work as provided under a previous agreement. In very good condition, with scattered creases, light toning, reinforced filing holes to the top border, a tiny tear to the upper left repaired on the reverse, slight paper loss to the upper right corner, and a couple office stamps and notations. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

syncratic pianist, composer, and arranger (1917– 1982) who takes a place among the most innovative and influential figures of modern jazz. Vintage program for a performance of the Thelonious Monk Quartet in Amsterdam on February 15, 1964, featuring a large image of Monk on the cover, 8.5 x 11, two pages, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Always, good luck, Thelonious Monk.” Affixed to an off-white 9 x 13.5 scrapbook page. Light scattered surface creases, otherwise fine condition. It was while on this tour Monk appeared on the February 28, 1964, issue of Time magazine, featured in an article

by Barry Farrell entitled ‘The Loneliest Monk.’ A fantastic example of one of jazz’s toughest signatures. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

After calming down, the notoriously angry Mingus drops a claim against a fellow musician 792. Charles Mingus. Influential jazz bassist and composer (1922–1979) whose complex, innovative works meld elements of jazz, classical, and gospel. DS, signed “Charles Mingus, Jr,” one page, 8.25 x 11, May 5, 1941. Document sent to the Board of Directors of his union. In full: “I herewith request permission of the Board to withdraw the claim which I have filed against Fred Skinner, relative to the Café Capri engagement.

Thanking you in advance, I remain Fraternally yours.” Document has been witnessed with a stamped signature of Florence Cadrez, who also writes at the top, “5-5-41 Board granted permission for withdrawal of claim. F. Cadrez.” In very good condition, with scattered toning, a bit heavier to edges and a few small edge tears. Accompanied by a photocopy of Mingus’s claim. The initial claim to which Mingus refers was filed on April 25th and states that he was hired to play with Fred Skinner’s Band at Billy Berg’s Club Capri for one week, but after an argument with Skinner, was fired. He claims that he was only paid for five days and is due payment for the final two. Two weeks after filing the claim, Mingus presumably calmed down and decided to drop the claim rather than fortify the wall between himself and yet another fellow musician. Also signed by the union’s recording secretary, jazz composer and pianist Florence Cadrez, a celebrity in her own right, this document captures the calm after the storm—a moment of retreat from the jazz legend who lived on the attack. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Confined to a hospital but hoping to tour, Guthrie grimly muses “Why does it hurt…so much” 793. Woody Guthrie. Two pages of handwritten lyr-

ics on two 8.5 x 12 lined tan pages, both signed at the bottom, “Woody Guthrie,” dated May 1956, and written at the Brooklyn State Hospital, but never recorded.

Much of the text is undecipherable clearly showing the effects of Huntington’s disease, for which he was hospitalized from 1956 to 1961. One page bears lyrics to a work entitled “Why,” and reads, in part: “Why does it hurt all us… so much of… here than it hurts all my (?) ever here to written it… (?)… and also to divorce it?” Second page bears 27 lines in Guthrie’s hand, and reads, in part: “Gotta make my gate, Brooklyn, Brooklyn my, Brooklyn state, my Brooklyn state.” Second page also bears a second Guthrie signature along right side.

In very good condition, with tape repair to complete bisecting horizontal separation to second page, uniform toning, several other archival tape repairs to reverse of both pages, and some scattered edge chipping. In May 1952, Guthrie began to fall ill, and by September was diagnosed with Huntington’s disease. Two years later, with the effects of the disease making him no longer able to function, Guthrie checked into Brooklyn State Hospital. On May 23, 1956, shortly after putting these thoughts on the pages offered here, Guthrie checked himself out of the facility and planned to tour, but within days was arrested for vagrancy in New Jersey. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Early uninscribed booking photo of ‘The King’ 794. Elvis Presley.

Handsome vintage glossy 7.25 x 9.5 photo of Elvis in a black shirt and white jacket, nicely signed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “Elvis Presley.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, a bit of minor surface loss and tape toning to reverse; and scattered creases, surface impressions and spots to image side, as well as trimmed edges.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR A u c t i o n C OA.…( M B $300)

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795. Elvis Presley. Color 5.5

x 3.25 TWA postcard, signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “To Peggy, Elvis Presley.” In fine condition, with a small corner tip crease. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence as well as an unused ticket from Presley’s scheduled September 20, 1977 concert at the Huntington Civic Center in Huntington, West Virginia. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Queen comes to America: an exceedingly rare signed debut album 796. Queen. Queen debut album with gold embossed sleeve signed and inscribed on the front in ballpoint, “Love to Bill, Freddie Mercury,” “Brian May, to Bill with love,” “To Bill, love Roger Taylor,” and “John Deacon.” A few scattered creases, typical ‘ring of wear’ to front cover, and two stickers to the upper corners, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. The album was signed on May 2, 1974, following Queen’s performance at Agricultural Hall in Allentown, Pennsylvania, during Queen’s first US tour as support for Mott the Hoople. Fully signed albums from this era are virtually nonexistent, and there are few, if any, extant examples of the gold-embossed Queen I album signed by the band.

Accompanied by an original 1973 ‘Queen Has Arrived’ promo banner and a letter of provenance from the musician who originally met the band and acquired the autographs. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce program from Queen’s 1985 tour of Australia 797.

Queen.

Program for the 1985 Works! Australian tour, 9.5 x 13, 26 pages, signed inside on the page bearing their image by Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon. Some scattered creases, and covers wrapped with contact paper that is beginning to delaminate, otherwise fine condition. A great memento from Queen’s glory days. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Stones boldly sign their 1978 masterpiece

798. Rolling Stones. Color 22.5 x 26.5 print of the Some Girls album cover, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Ron Wood. In fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Vintage set of original Stones signatures

799. Rolling Stones. Vintage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 sheet taped by its edges to a slightly larger album page. Matted and framed with an Around and Around album cover to an overall size of 17.5 x 25.5. A central vertical fold passing through Jagger’s signature and old tape to edges, slightly affecting a couple of signatures, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: Sotheby’s, April 1990. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The tragic Stones guitarist reaches out to a female fan

800. Rolling Stones: Jagger and Richards. An

off-white 4.5 x 3.75 envelope, signed on the front in red ballpoint by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. Signatures date to 1965. In fine condition.

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802. Rolling Stones: Brian Jones. ALS

801. Rolling Stones: Ronnie Wood. Very nice

color limited edition 15.5 x 21 lithograph entitled ‘Mick With Guitar,’ numbered #126/275, signed in the lower border in pencil. Matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 27.5. In fine condition. Published in 1994 as part of the “Rehearsal in Ireland” Suite. Oversized.

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signed “Brian Jones,” adding nine “x”’s after his signature, one page, 7 x 8, Rolling Stones letterhead, no date. Letter to a female fan. In part: “I do indeed like all the artists you mention & I’m glad you like my striped jacket—I bought it in Hollywood. I think that style will be a big one over here next summer. We, too, are looking forward to coming back to Birmingham.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a light fingerprint to bottom, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Hope you can fade it lower than whaleshit!”

803. Leopold Stokowski. ALS,

one page, 6 x 8, July 30, 1921. In full: “A thousand thanks for sending the orchestral records to America.

I enjoyed enormously going with you & Major Dixon. I hope the pleasure will be often renewed—both in Europe and America.” Affixed to a black 8.5 x 11 sheet. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and scattered creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

806. Stevie Ray Vaughan. ANS,

804. Leopold Stokowski. Two TLSs, each one page, 8.5 x 5.5, personal letterhead, dated 1967 and 1968, both with identical text. In full: “Wishing you well-being and the full enjoyment of life in the new year.” Each with two vertical mailing folds passing through a single letter of the signature, and one with toned tape remnants to the upper border, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

written vertically on a 4 x 9.5 Music Connection business envelope, no date.

Brief note to “Bigge Rat.” In full: “Big time fun must get down to it! Hope you can fade it lower than whaleshit! Whoa!”

Envelope is encapsulated in a plastic Beckett/Spence authentication holder.

In fine condition, with some light horizontal creases and several fingerprints to back of envelope. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am glad you waited for Clark Gable because he was exactly the man for that part” 805. Leopold Stokowski. TLS signed

“Sloki,” one page, 8.25 x 11, October 20, 1936.

Letter to Mr. and Mrs. John Emerson at MGM Studios.

In part: “I finally saw ‘San Francisco’…I am glad you waited for Clark Gable because he was exactly the man for that part. But all the casting was equally ideal…I loved it when Gable asked about opera ‘How long has this thing been going on?’ The whole script is full of the most wonderful humor. Not those artificial jokes that are pasted on to so many scripts, but things that arise out of the story naturally.” Letter has a black plastic border affixed to the edges, as well as a caption affixed to the top, also with a border. In very good condition, with aforementioned borders, intersecting folds, and scattered creases and wrinkles. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

807. Gene Vincent. First generation Rock ’n’ Roller (1935–1971)

who achieved legendary status with songs such as ‘Be-Bop-A-Lula’ and ‘Lotta Lovin.’ Scarce vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Paul, Gene Vincent.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creases and crazing to the emulsion, and light soiling to the left side and right edge. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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808. Gene Vincent. First generation Rock ’n’ Roller who achieved legendary status with

songs such as ‘Be-Bop-A-Lula’ and ‘Lotta Lovin’; he died in 1971 aged 36. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Best wishes, Gene Vincent,” on an off-white 3.25 x 5 album page. In fine condition, with some light show-through from signature on reverse. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

809. Kurt Weill. Eminent German-American composer (1900–1950) best known for

such evergreen stage works as the Threepenny Opera, Mahagonny, and Knickerbocker Holiday. A number of his songs, including ‘Mack the Knife’ and ‘September Song,’ take a place among the most durable standards of the 20th-century. TLS in French, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 29, 1932. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. Translated in full: “I pray you to excuse me not to have answered your letter till today. Only yesterday have I returned from a trip. I have asked immediately the photographers Zander & Labish to send you a photo of ‘Die Bürgschaft.’ I have also asked my publishers ‘Universal-Edition’ in Vienna, to send you some newspaper cuttings that are especially interesting.” Central horizontal and vertical fold, and some scattered light toning and wrinkling, otherwise fine condition.

RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Incredibly scarce and significant check for the iconic photographs from the country legend’s first publicity shoot 810. Hank Williams. Rare First National Bank check, 7.5 x 3, filled out and signed by Williams, “Hank Williams,” payable to Menasco Studio for $63.75, Shreveport, April 7, 1949. In very good condition, with two vertical folds, light overall toning with a small central block from tape to the reverse, expected cancellation holes, some slightly affecting the signature, and scattered spots of stray red ink from the cancellation stamp.

Upon moving to Shreveport, Louisiana in 1948, aspiring musician Hank Williams widened his audience by joining Louisiana Hayride, a popular radio show broadcast throughout the southwest. After releasing several singles to moderate success, he had his first number one hit with ‘Lovesick Blues’ in 1949, crossing over to mainstream audiences and earning a place in the Grand Ole Opry. With his rise to national fame beginning, Williams hired the well-known Menasco Studio to take his first set of publicity photographs on April 6th, 1949. Half a century later, the images remain the finest ever taken of the musician, one of which was chosen as the basis for the Hank Williams stamp released by the Post Office in 1993. Williams checks are fantastically scarce—this just the third we have offered—and with this one’s notable recipients, the photographers responsible for what would become the quintessential images of the legendary musician, it is the most desirable by far.

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

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811. Adele

812. Aerosmith

813. Aerosmith

814. Louis Armstrong

815. Beatles: Yoko Ono

816. Beatles: Ringo Starr

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818. Black Crowes: Chris Robinson

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819. Booker T and the MGs

820. James Brown

821. Dick Clark

822. Dick Clark

823. The Clash

824. Cocteau Twins

825. Leonard Cohen

826. Bill Coleman

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827. Alice Cooper

828. Aaron Copland

829. Aaron Copland

830. Eddie ‘Lockjaw’ Davis

831. Depeche Mode

832. Bo Diddley

833. Duran Duran

834. Fillmore East

835. Aretha Franklin

836. Benny Goodman

837. Morton Gould

838. Ferd Grofe

839. Guns N’ Roses: Slash

840. Marvin Hamlisch

841. Oscar Hammerstein

842. Lionel Hampton

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843. W. C. Handy MB $150

844. Jimi Hendrix: Band of Gypsys

845. Jimi Hendrix: Gypsy Sun and Rainbows

846. John Lee Hooker

847. Michael Jackson

848. Jefferson Airplane

849. Joan Jett

850. Joan Jett

851. Elton John

852. Albert King

853. The Kinks: Ray Davies

854. The Kinks: Ray Davies

855. Jerry Lee Lewis

856. Little Richard

857. Lovin’ Spoonful

858. Nick Lowe

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859. Rick Nelson

860. Olivia Newton-John

861. Steve Perry

862. Steve Perry

863. Ezio Pinza MB $100

864. Poison: Bret Michaels

865. The Ramones

866. Max Roach

867. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger

868. Rolling Stones: Keith Richards

869. Miklos Rozsa

870. Luis Russell

871. Carlos Santana

872. Andres Segovia

873. Stuff Smith

874. Eddie South

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875. Britney Spears

876. Stephen Stills

877. Sting

878. Swinging Blue Jeans

879. James Taylor

880. Thin Lizzy: Phil Lynott

881. Joe Thomas

882. The Treniers

883. Big Joe Turner and Lloyd Glenn

884. Carrie Underwood

885. Uriah Heep

886. Van Halen

887. Van Halen

888. Van Halen

889. Sarah Vaughan

890. T. Bone Walker

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891. Weather Report

892. Stevie Wonder

893. Woodstock

894. Woodstock

895. AC/DC

896. Aerosmith

897. Aerosmith

898. Beach Boys

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899. Louis Armstrong

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900. Black Sabbath

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901. Blue Oyster Cult

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903. David Bowie MB $100

904. Johnny Cash MB $100

905. Chad and Jeremy

906. Chickenfoot

907. Dick Clark

908. Dick Clark

909. Deep Purple: Ritchie Blackmore

910. Bo Diddley

911. Donovan

912. The Doors: Manzarek and Kreiger

913. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer

914. Marianne Faithfull

917. Elton John and Bernie Taupin

918. Elton John

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915. Grateful Dead: Tom Constanten

916. Hawkshaw Hawkins MB $100

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919. Journey MB $100

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920. Lady Gaga MB $100

921. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant

922. Lovin’ Spoonful

923. Lynyrd Skynyrd

924. Motley Crue

925. Rick Nelson

926. Righteous Brothers

927. Righteous Brothers

928. Steely Dan

929. Rod Stewart

930. Styx

931. Joe Walsh

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932. Lena Horne MB $100

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933. The Kinks MB $100

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935. Tammy Wynette and George Jones

936. Rock and Roll

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938. 5th Dimension

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945. Beatles: vGeorge Martin MB $100

943. Beatles: Cynthia Lennon

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946. Beatles: James McCartney MB $100

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942. Barron Knights

937. Tammy Wynette

940. Christina Aguilera

939. Aerosmith

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941. Amen Corner

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944. Beatles: George Martin MB $100

947. Beatles: Ringo Starr MB $100

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948. Beatles: Klaus Voorman

949. Beatles:KlausVoormann

950. Beatles: Andy White

951. Bee Gees

952. Hal Blaine

953. British Rock

954. James Brown

955. Dave Clark Five

956. Dick Clark

957. Country Musicians

958. Creedence Clearwater Revival

959. Def Leppard

962. Everly Brothers

963. Jerry Fielding

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960. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer MB $100

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964. Foghat

965. Peter Frampton

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966. Aretha Franklin

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967. Freddie and the Dreamers MB $100

970. Guns N’ Roses MB $200

973. Heart MB $100

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968. Andrew Gold

969. Guess Who

971. Guns N’ Roses: Slash

972. W. C. Handy

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974. The Hollies MB $100

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975. Maurice Jarre MB $100

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976. Hootie and the Blowfish MB $150

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978. Elton John and Bernie Taupin MB $100

981. The Killers

982. KISS

985. Yo-Yo Ma

986. Kal Mann

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977. Peter Jay and the Jaywalkers

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979. Journey

980. Keane

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983. Loverboy

984. Lovin’ Spoonful

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987. Linda McCartney and Allen Ginsberg MB $100

988. Melanie

989. Metallica

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990. Glenn Miller

991. James E. Myers

993. Pink Floyd: Gilmour and Waters

994. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters

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992. Les Paul

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997. Gerome Ragni and James Rado MB $100

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995. Lisa Marie Presley

996. Quiet Riot

998. David Raksin

999. The Ramones

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1002. Righteous Brothers

1000. The Ramones

1001. REO Speedwagon

1003. Cliff Richard and the Shadows

1004. Rock and Roll Artists

1005. Rock and Roll Producers

1007. Santana: Gregg Rolie

1008. Pete Seeger

1009. Del Shannon

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1010. Oley Speaks

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1011. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band

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1006. Rush

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1013. Steppenwolf: John Kay

1014. Tears for Fears

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1015. Three Dog Night: Chuck Negron

1016. The Turtles

1018. Van Halen MB $200

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1017. Shania Twain and Country Musicians MB $150

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1021. Tom Waits

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1019. Vanilla Fudge: Mark Stein

1020. The Ventures

1023. Cootie Williams and Sonny Greer

1024. John Williams

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classic entertainment 1028. Josephine Baker. Regal vintage

1025. George Arliss. ALS, one

page, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, June 20, 1927. Letter to a gentleman attempting to arrange a meeting. In part: “I came to the theatre on Saturday afternoon and found to my regret that I had selected the one day when you were not there.” Some scattered light soiling, diagonal crease through end portion of signature, and a pencil notation to top left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Baker in an elegant dress, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Edna, with love, Josephine Baker 1951.”

In very good condition, with scattered creases (heavier to the lower right), a trimmed right edge, and the inscription and signature a shade light. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1029. Sarah Bernhardt.

Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo

by Nadar of Paris, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Sarah Bernhardt, 1889.”

Light soiling and a few dings to the borders, trivial foxing to the image, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1026. Autograph Album. Vintage hardcover autograph album,

6.25 x 4.75, signed inside in ink and pencil by 35 actors and actresses.

Most pages signed on a single side, with a few signed on both sides (including the Toler), and a small number of signatures clipped and affixed. Signers include: Sidney Toler, Ted Healy, Zeppo Marx, Fred Astaire, Claudette Colbert, Virginia Cherrill Grant, Andy Devine, Patrice Wymore, Jack La Rue, Francis Lederer, Maxie Rosenbloom, Edmund Lowe, Gail Patrick, Joe E. Brown, George Raft (2), Paul Lukas, John Boles, Ann Dvorak, Alice White, Robert Woolsey, Virginia Bruce Gilbert, Melvyn Douglas, and Adolphe Menjou. Many pages also feature an affixed magazine photo of the respective signer. In fine condition, with some trivial rippling to the pages. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1027. Sarah Bernhardt. ANS in French,

one page, 4.25 x 2, personal black-bordered stationery card featuring her motto, ‘Quand Meme,’ no date. Brief note in French. In part (translated): “Six seats for 29 March 1920 for ‘The Nouveaux Riches.’” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1030. Charles Boyer. DS, one

page, 8.5 x 11, June 14, 1951.

Agreement between Boyer and The Theatre Guild, Inc. to “act in a radio version of a play to be broadcast by us under the sponsorship of U. S. Steel Corporation” in exchange for $2500. Signed at the conclusion

by Boyer and an executive. Mild intersecting folds, light scattered creases and soiling, and some show-through from legalese on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Impressive Bogart portrait, most likely as Marlowe 1031. Humphrey Bogart. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10

photo, taken by Bert Longworth, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Fritz, good luck, Humphrey Bogart.” Light rippling to horizontal edges, some light spots of discoloration to background from mounting remnants on reverse, and Bogart writing over portions of his first name due to decreased ink flow in first attempt, otherwise fine condition. Taken by Warner Bros. photographer Bert ‘Buddy’ Longworth (18931964), Bogart is wearing a wide-striped suit, similar to one he wears as Philip Marlowe in scenes with Lauren Bacall in The Big Sleep. In addition to his studio, Longworth was a still photographer on the set of numerous Warner Bros. films. Signed photos of Bogart of this caliber are becoming increasingly scarce. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Your letter brought back many memories of Hollywood”

1033. Muriel Box. English screenwriter and director (1905–1991)

1032. Humphrey Bogart. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Bogart, a cigarette in his hand, petting his black Labrador Retriever, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Jennie, Best wishes, Humphrey Bogart.” In very good condition, with a diagonal crease to lower right corner, a bit of scattered light soiling, a few creases to background, and a bit of light contrast to signature. Bogart is becoming increasingly difficult to find in signed images. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

best known for writing The Seventh Veil. TLS, one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, March 3, 1986. Letter to an admirer. In part: “There are one or two misconceptions that you have about the Box family that I feel I should explain. I have never been a producer but a writer/ director of films. Betty Box and my husband were producers, while Sydney collaborated in the writing of many scripts which I directed…

Two years ago, alas, he died…Many of the stars in our ffilms [sic] have done likewise over the years, James Mason, Margaret Leighton, Bob Newton, Peter Finch, Kay Kendall, Ralph Richardson, and Compton Bennett among many others.” She added a handwritten postscript: “P.S. Your letter brought back many memories of Hollywood.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, passing through the postscript. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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“Barbara Stanwyck...That gal is dynamite and I love her” 1034. Scott Brady. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 18, 1972. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Unlike so many so-called movie stars Miss Stanwyck truly is just that…she personifys [sic] what the term star really should mean. She is a talented actress, highly disciplined and has that spark or fire or energy or whatever it is that sets one apart without losing the charm of her wit and feminity [sic] that truly endears her to her fellow actors and crew alike...That gal is dynamite and I love her.” Scattered creases and a paperclip impression to the upper left, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1036. Walter Brennan. DS, nine onionskin

pages, 8.5 x 11, October 4, 1950. Contract between Warner Bros. and Brennan for him “portray the role of ‘Pop Keith’ in a motion picture… tentatively entitled ‘The Travelers’…at the rate of Six Thousand Dollars ($6,000) per week.”

In fine condition, with a crease to the lower right of the signed page, light damp staining to the lower right corner of the first few pages, a staple to the upper left corner,and slight staining to the upper left of the first page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“It is the story of the devotion of three brothers and... seems to me to have unusually dramatic action” 1037. Herbert Brenon. Silent film director (1880–1958) whose notable films include adaptations of Peter Pan, Beau Geste, and Sorrell and Son. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation letterhead, February 25, 1926. In part: “I am…sending you a copy of ‘Beau Geste,’

by Percival Christopher Wren, which I am now starting to make into a picture…it is the story of the devotion of three brothers and…seems to me to have unusually dramatic action…We will leave for the American Sahara along the Mexican border in Arizona about the middle of March.” Intersecting folds, mild toning, slight paper loss to the top edge, and a couple brushes to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Exceedingly rare portrait from the surreal 1968 film The Night of the Following Day 1035. Marlon Brando. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Brando from The Night of the Following Day, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen (with Brando switching from blue to black) “To Pierre, Marlon Brando.” In very good to fine condition, with light contrast to signature, diagonal crease to lower right corner, mild rippling along left edge, and scattered light surface marks and rubbing. Authentic Brando signed photos are notoriously difficult to find. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1038. Clive Brook. DS, one page,

8.5 x 11, 1950-51. Biography file for Theatre World magazine, filled out by Brook, including a signature in print at the top and list of film experience, signed at the conclusion, “Clive Brook.”

Two horizontal storage folds, light toning to the borders, a couple small tears to the top and bottom edges, and a couple pencil notations and a tack hole to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1039. Capucine. Actress (1928–

1990) who committed suicide by leaping from a window. DS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, March 1, 1963.

Capucine confirms that Famous Artist Productions has the right to loan her services to Mirisch-G & E Productions “in connection with the Photoplay tentatively entitled ‘The Pink Panther.’”

In very good condition, with scattered creases, dings and small tears to the borders, and a staple to the upper left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce Chaney photo from the 1940 classic 1,000,000 B. C., made out to co-star Mamo Clark “Queen of the Rock tribe” 1040. Lon C h a n e y, J r.

Rare vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.5 United Artists promotional photo of Chaney as Akhoba from the Hal Roach film 1,000,000 B.C., signed and inscribed in black ink “To the Queen of the Rock tribe from Lon Chaney, Jr,” with a promotional caption affixed to the reverse of the photo. Chaney’s inscription is to his co-star Mamo Clark, who played fellow Rock Tribe member Nupondi.

In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and surface marks, some light spotting to finish, and some mild surface impressions. Accompanied by two unsigned glossy 9 x 7 promotional photos, including one of Clark, as well as Clark’s third draft script of the film, with Clark’s name written on the top of the cover. A great portrait of Chaney from one of his non-monster roles, with great association to a fellow cast member.

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

Rare oversized portrait of Chaney as a tough Marine 1041. Lon Chaney, Sr.

Scarce vintage matte-finish 10 x 13 Ruth Harriet Louise MGM publicity photo of Chaney in a military uniform for his role in the 1926 film Tell It to the Marines, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “A perfect duet, to Gladys & Bert, with very best wishes, Lon Chaney.” In very good condition, with a crease and two surface dings to the upper left, light scattered surface loss, silvering to the borders, and lightly trimmed edges. One of few oversized Chaney portraits we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Chaplin and Barton send a gift to the famed Broadway photographer 1042. Charlie Chaplin and Ralph Barton.

Vintage mattefinish 8 x 10 portrait by Nickolas Muray, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Ben Pinchot, from Charles Chaplin” and “To Ben Pinchot, from Ralph Barton.” Affixed to a same-size cardstock mount.

In very good condition, with some light spotting to the finish, moderate silvering to the borders and dark areas of the image, light contrast to the inscriptions and signatures, and lightly trimmed edges. Pinchot was a renowned theatrical photographer. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“‘All the World’s a Stage’” 1043. Charlie Chaplin. Bold AQS on an off-white 5.25 x 2.75

slip. Chaplin writes, “’All the World’s a Stage’ Charlie Chaplin, 19-28.” Slip is affixed to an identical size card. In fine condition.

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

1046. Rene Clair.

French director (1898– 1981) best known for such films as À nous la liberté and The Ghost Goes West. ALS in French, signed “Rene,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, June 18, 1953. Untranslated letter to a friend, signed vertically on the back along the left edge. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, with a small separation along horizontal fold through signature, scattered creases, some light toning, and a few other edge tears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1044. Maurice Chevalier. ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 9.5,

The Stanhope letterhead, April 24, 1947. Letter to writer Garson Kanin. In part: “I have witnessed this afternoon one of those round masterpieces that we only see once every now and then. It is not only the best play I have seen in New York but the best anywhere since a pretty long time.” He has also drawn a quick diagram of a stage and audience at the end of the letter. In fine condition, with two expected horizontal mailing folds, one passing through the signature, a faint block of toning to the right border, and the date penciled in at the top in an unknown hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1045. Joseph Cotten.

ALS, one page, 6 x 7.75, December 6, 1939. Cotten declines an invitation. In part: “I have put off answering your note inviting me to the Theatre Forum program…in the hope that I could arrange to come. But I can’t.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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1047. Lotta Crabtree. Broadway star (1847–1924) who spent much of her youth dancing on stage for miners in the California Gold Rush, eventually becoming the protegee of actress Lola Montez.

TLS signed “Lotta,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 6.5, February 15, 1917. Letter to friends. In part: “Each winter I say to myself, I will not be here but in a warmer climate. However, that this will materialize next year, I hope…thank you so much for those cards, especially the one with the large strawberries. Yum! Yum! Yum! But I am told you must not eat bread and butter at the same time you eat the strawberries, but each must be eaten alone…We went in town to see Lew Telengen [sic], Farrar’s husband. He is indeed highclass [sic] in appearance and a very good actor. Then we saw Charlie Chaplin in ‘Easy Street.’ I tell you it was anything but easy what he did and the rest of the company. Splendid for fun.” In fine condition, with a few mild areas of soiling and damp staining. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Cukor sends Bogart a get-well letter: “Never in my born days could I have imagined that you’d turn out to be a great beeg, beeg star—and a fine actor besides” 1048. George Cukor. TLS signed “George,” two onionskin pages,

8.5 x 11, March 14, 1956. Letter to a hospitalized Humphrey Bogart. In part: “Emily Post hasn’t provided what to do in the case of a Floraphobe.

I decided…to sit right down and write Bogie a Get-Well letter…It might please you, and maybe even surprise you a little, to know with what genuine affection people speak of you. I’d be less than truthful, though, if I didn’t add that there’s a slight note of surprise as they find themselves uttering these tender sentiments. Even the Old Man of the Sea, who’s inclined to be grudging with his praise, became almost lyrical when talking of your many splendid qualities…Now a confession. As you know, it was in ‘Swifty’ that I first saw you. I didn’t flip. I didn’t say, ‘That kid’s got it!…Stardust!’ Blind fool that I was, I wasn’t impressed. Never in my born days could I have imagined that you’d turn out to be a great beeg, beeg star—and a fine actor besides. Be frank, aren’t you surprised too?” In fine condition, with light scattered wrinkling, faint vertical bands of toning, and a slight tear and paperclip impression to the top of the first page. Bogart had undergone surgery to remove his esophagus, two lymph nodes, and a rib just two weeks earlier, after finding out that he had cancer. Cukor’s hysterical letter must have lifted his spirits during a difficult time. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1049. George C u k o r. T L S

signed in pencil, one page, 8.5 x 5.5, Twentieth Century Fox letterhead, May 16, 1951. Inter-office letter to producer Darryl Zanuck. In part: “We have selected a scene of Scott Brady in ‘Undercover Girl.’ In it he plays a detective, and I don’t think it will be much use in judging him for the part in ‘The Marriage Broker.’ We have sent for another picture in which I am told he plays a more sympathetic character.” Zanuck’s response is in the lower left, asking Cukor to choose a reel for him to view. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and a couple trivial corner tip creases.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1051. Olivia de Havilland. ALS

signed “Olivia,” two pages, 8 x 10.25, personal letterhead, August 20, 1971. Letter to Audrey. In part: “My internal climate is improving, and many times a day I repeat your blessed phrase ‘Acquaint now myself with me…In my presence is fullness of you. I am always with thee.’ It appears to be working a slow change for the better, and is helping me move forward in every way. And I have already taken a first step toward freedom, which I know you will keep confidential. The process, however, may take time for completion.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, with vertical fold passing through signature, scattered creases, a few small edge tears and a couple spots of toning to second page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1050. Dance: Ailey and Joffrey. TLS, two pages, 8.5 x 11 and 8 x 10 respectively, National Corporate Fund for Dance letterhead, January 7, 1980. Letter of thanks to a contributor. In part: “As the artistic directors of the nine constituent dance companies of The National Corporate Fund for Dance, Inc. we would like to thank you for Chase Manhattan’s leadership grant to the Corporate Fund’s 1979 campaign. This year a record 170 corporations supported dance through the Fund. The United States is the dance capital of the world. Some of the greatest creativity and talent in the field is found in our country. We have the best dancers, the most creative choreographers and designers and some of the finest teachers.” Signed on the second page in ink and felt tip by Alvin Ailey, Robert Joffrey, Lucia Chase, and Oliver Smith of the American Ballet Theatre; Gerald Arpino [co-founder of the Joffrey Ballet]; Alwin Nikolais, Eliot Feld, Murray Louis, Merce Cunningham, Lew Christensen, and Michael Smuin of the San Francisco Ballet; and Paul Taylor. In fine condition, with horizontal mailing folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The great mentalist seeks to purchase a George Washington letter 1052. Joseph Dunninger. American mentalist and magician (1892–1975) who performed widely in vaudeville in the early twentieth century and later made the transition to radio and television. ALS signed “Dunninger,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, National Artists Corporation letterhead, January 18, 1960. Letter regarding the purchase of a George Washington letter. In part: “Thanks for the Washington copy. The letter is in poorer condition than I had expected—as such the price seems high—I do not as a rule haggle about a piece—but to my thinking, about $150.00 would be about right in this case—I…am of course still interested in the 4—broadsides.” In fine condition, with mild scattered creases and toning, and three sets of staple holes to the upper border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1053. Bette Davis. TLS signed “Bette D. Merrill,” two pages, 6 x 8, Witchway letterhead, March 29, 1956. Letter to a reporter. In part: “Your remarks about the academy seem more than unusually perceptive. I don’t feel columnists have it in for anyone really. They have to fill their columns and make them interesting—and remarks of a derogatory nature are more interesting reading than those of a more complimentary nature. I also did not understand the award going to the writers of ‘Interrupted Melody.’

I also thought the camera work in Summertime so great that I don’t know how any other camera man could win—but for the actor and actress I was delighted—Miss Magnini is a really great artist—and it is time that America recognized her as such.”

In very good condition, with scattered creases, toning, and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“Aside from being miffed at not having even so much as a ‘walk-on’ part (!!!), I would—we would—love to see you” 1054. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. ALS signed “Doug F.,” one

page on a 5.5 x 3.75 postcard depicting a sketch of a house, no date. Letter to George Cukor.

In part: “Having been away from the shores for months & months, and then, soon after arrival, I whooshed back again—then back here—and now am just getting over jet-lag…Anyway, it wasn’t until a few days ago I realized you were working here.

And aside from being miffed at not having even so much as a ‘walkon’ part (!!!), I would—we would—love to see you again. I know how arduously you work & how little you’d normally want to dine out, but if you could, and would, we’d love to have you—very quietly, I promise (or, as I wrote Kate on the same subject, we could arrange the reverse if you’d prefer!).” In fine condition, with a light erased pencil notation to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1055. Errol Flynn. Dashing vintage matte-finish 4.5 x 6.5 photo of Flynn in a suit and tie, signed in fountain pen, “Kindest regards, Errol Flynn.” Light silvering to darker areas of the image, and irregularly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1056. Ava Gardner. ALS signed “Ava,” three pages on two sheets, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Harris Williams. In part: “Just finishing up a week at the Health Farm & except for foul weather it’s been wonderful as usual—Feel very fine & ready to face all the problems of house & city—Spolie came down & stayed with me a few days & absolutely fucked up my dieting—so I’ve gained weight while she’s lost & eats twice as much & does no exercise—It’s been a bit of a bore because my two bad legs & rain I’m unable to run around the woods all day with Cara—she absolutely adores the country—It’s almost a pity to keep the little bitch in a city.” In fine condition, with light scattered toning and soiling, and trivial separation to one mailing fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope filled out by Gardner, who signs “A. Gardner” in the return address area on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1057. Judy Garland. Business check, 7.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Garland, payable to Paul Gastelum for $65, November 29, 1963. Expected cancellation stamps, one lightly touching the beginning of her signature and one over a small portion of her last name, and a pencil notation and slight paper loss to the upper right corner, otherwise fine condition.

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

(MB $200)

Judy signs a few weeks before WOZ release 1058. Judy Garland. Vintage Wizard of Oz-era ballpoint signature,

“Judy Garland,” on a pink 6 x 4.5 album page with collector’s notations to the top, one dating it August 8, 1939. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/ DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with some skipping to the signature and trivial show-through from a signature to the reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Garland buys ‘Babes in the Woods’ in hopes of making an independent picture 1059. Judy Garland. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, April 2, 1965. Agree-

ment regarding Garland’s rights to the “literary property designated as ‘Babes in the Woods’, also known as ‘Born in Wedlock’’’ with Garland and her husband Sid Luft buying the story “for the sum of $5,000.00.”

Signed on the second page by Garland and her husband. In fine condition, with punch holes and staple to top edge, scattered creases, and two initials to first page, one of which is Luft’s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1061. Betty Gr a ble . Vi n -

1060. Gone With the Wind: Gable and Leigh. Two signatures:

one vintage pencil signature, “Clark Gable,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 album page; and one vintage ink signature and inscription, “Beverly, Best wishes, Vivien Leigh,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 album page.

Matted with three Gone With the Wind photos to an overall size of 19 x 29. Light scattered creases, moderate toning to both pages, and the signatures a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

tage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Lila—With my best wishes, Betty Grable.” In very good condition, with light scattered creases, a heavier crease to the upper left corner, a few surface impressions, light silvering to darker areas of image, and slight show-through from mounting remnant to reverse affecting the facial area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1062. Cary Grant. Matte-finish

British-born character actor (1877–1959) who won the Academy Award for his supporting role as Kris Kringle in the holiday classic, Miracle on 34th Street. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, Garrick Club letterhead, no date (c. 1938). Letter to actor Roland Young regarding the production of a play, Thank You, Mr. Pepys. In part: “I have been laid up with an infected jaw & had a couple of teeth out which prevented my filming for a time. Now, our ‘Charles II’ has been suddenly taken ill & the author is going on for it on Monday night!!! Hope you will come & lunch or sup with me here when my troubles are over.” In fine condition, with a few light creases to the bottom. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Grant, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Happy thoughts Joe, Cary Grant.” In very good condition, with soiling and damp staining to the upper portion of the photo, mild rippling to the left edge, lightly trimmed edges, and some light contrast to areas of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Uncommon photo of the acclaimed Casablanca and Maltese Falcon actor 1064. Sydney Greenstreet. Dignified glossy 7.25 x 9.25 photo of Greenstreet,

signed in fountain pen, “With best wishes, Sydney Greenstreet.” In fine condition, with light scattered surface creases and lightly trimmed edges. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“I have been hurt...so wickedly hurt that I am down— way down—and I’m not able to stand up under it all” 1065. William S. Hart. ALS signed “Bill Hart,” three pages, 8.5 x 11, William S. Hart

Company letterhead, July 17, 1929. In part: “I had an interview with Miss Latham and earnestly requested her to have the last two paragraphs of the article wherein I am quoted eliminated—it is all very discouraging and has depressed me terribly—in the first place I did not see how an interview on the Roach matter could be written and only consented provided nothing was used or said contrary to my wishes—It never occurred to me that after these years of silence on my part they would seek to exploit—just what I have always avoided. Rosalind asked me not to tell that I had read the article—It was the first question asked—but I kept my word—There is much I could tell you—but what’s the use—if the article proves to be another wallop at me—it will be cruel indeed…But I have been hurt…so wickedly hurt that I am down—way down—and I’m not able to stand up under it all.” In fine condition, with a light uniform shade of toning and some creasing to the lower right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1068. Stuart Heisler. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, December 15, 1939. An extension of the agreement between Heisler and Samuel Goldwyn Inc. “in connection with the production of its photoplay now entitled ‘The Biscuit Eater,’… at the rate of four hundred dollars ($400.00) per week.” Two horizontal folds, numerous paperclip marks and impressions to the upper border, and an original pencil office notation, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1066. 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 $200)

1067. Rita Hayworth. Lovely matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Hayworth, signed

and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Douglas Allen, Best wishes, Rita Hayworth.”

A few scattered creases and a mild horizontal streak to the finish, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1069. Katharine Hepburn.

Program for As You Like It starring Hepburn, 9 x 12, signed on the reverse in fountain pen. Scattered overall creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original playbill passed out at the performance at Hershey Community Theatre, dated September 22–23, 1950. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1072. Alfred Hitchcock.

Original vintage blue ink selfportrait, signed and inscribed “To Gabe, Alfred Hitchcock,” on an off-white 3 x 4.5 card, dated “1956” in an unknown hand. In very good condition, with light scattered creases and soiling, multiple staple holes throughout, and a block neatly cut out from the lower right corner.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1073. Alfred Hitchcock.

“Spencer was so touched by your note…He will be out of the hospital next week” 1070. Katharine Hepburn. TLS signed “Kate Hepburn,” one page,

6 x 8, personal letterhead, September 25, 1965. Letter to George, no doubt George Cukor. In full: “Spencer was so touched by your note, your offer and your beautiful flowers. He will be out of the hospital next week and will be calling you. Many many thanks. He certainly is a fan of yours and so am I.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Hepburn and Spencer Tracy to an overall size of 18 x 13.5. In very good condition, with Hepburn’s signature very light, but still legible.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Pearl-finish 11 x 13.75 photo of Hitchcock looking over his shoulder, nicely signed in white artist’s pencil. Rippling to bottom edge, a couple circular impressions under signature and a few scattered light surface marks, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…............(MB $200)

Stunning Hepburn portrait by Bachrach 1071. Katharine Hepburn. Scarce vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 Bachrach portrait of Hepburn, signed in the lower left in fountain pen. In very good condition, with light creases to the corners and the signature a few shades light. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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1074. Harry Houdini. Ink signature, “Houdini,” on

an off-white 3.25 x 1 slip clipped from the closing of a typed letter. Double matted and framed with a portrait of Houdini and a rare partial broadside of a challenge issued to Houdini by E. C. Atkins and Company, one of the world’s largest saw manufacturers, to an overall size of 17 x 14.5. Uniform toning, a vertical fold through a single letter of signature, and a crease above signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Brilliant charcoal self-portrait of ‘The Master of Suspense’ 1075. Alfred Hitchcock.

Vintage original signed charcoal self-portrait on an off-white 8.75 x 11.75 sheet.

Framed to an overall size of 9.75 x 12.75. In fine condition. A wonderful, unrushed self-portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNAand RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1077. Danny Kaye. Notarized DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 16, 1954. Blank contract for legal representation in regards to federal taxation. Signed at the conclusion

by Kaye and countersigned and stamped by a notary. In very good condition, with two horizontal storage folds, overall toning, a paperclip impression and filing holes to the top, and some irregular marks to the bottom. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1078. Harry Lauder. DS, signed “Harry Lauder” and “Harry & Greta Lauder,” one page both sides, 8 x 7, May 17, 1937. Baggage declaration from a trip on the steamship Monterey, filled out by Lauder, declaring that he has a total of eight pieces of luggage and no plant products. In fine condition, with a horizontal fold to the lower border, light scattered creases, and a paperclip impression to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1076. Olin Howlin. Actor (1886–1959) who appeared in over 200 films between 1918 and 1959, working with George Cukor on seven, including an appearance as a carpetbagger businessman in Gone With the Wind. ALS signed “Olin,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to director George Cukor. In part: “Such a picture. Quite the most wonderful I’ve ever seen. What you did is just superb, such direction and beauty I had a sore throat from the beginning and wept through it almost. I’m glad to have been in a great picture anyway even though I’m not mentioned.” In fine condition, with a light pencil check mark over the text on the front. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) | 193

1079. Grace Kelly.

Attractive glossy 8 x 10 photo of Kelly in pearls, signed in black felt tip.

In fine condition, with a couple trivial surface creases and impressions. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1080. Vivien Leigh.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Warner Bros promotional photo for The Roman Spring of Mrs. Stone, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Warren, All good wishes, Vivien Leigh.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface creases and a trivial spot to background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1081. Vivien Leigh. Gorgeous vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.75 portrait of Leigh, signed in the upper right in fountain pen. In very good to fine condition, with a few light border dings and creases, moderate silvering to dark areas of the image, lightly trimmed edges, and the signature a shade light. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1082. Vivien Leigh. Vintage 3.75 x 5.75 newspaper photo, signed in fountain pen. Photo is affixed to a 5 x 6.5 off-white sheet. In fine condition, with light intersecting folds and creases, a few passing through portions of signature. Accompanied by the original Selznick International Pictures, Inc. mailing envelope, postmarked February 1, 1939, shortly after filming of Gone With the Wind began. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1083. Elmo Lincoln. Actor (1889–1952) known for his role as the first

Tarzan in 1918’s Tarzan of the Apes. Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 8.5 photo of Lincoln in a tuxedo, signed and inscribed “To Sarah Bokel Cartwright (Mrs. Stockton Halsted), from Elmo Lincoln, 1919.” A crease to the left border, light toning and soiling, and silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1084. Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 8,

1943. Agreement between Lunt, Fontanne, and Warner Bros. In part: “You propose to have us impersonated and represented by performers in the Stage Door Canteen number…in your forthcoming motion picture Irving Berlin’s This Is the Army. This is to confirm that we consent to your doing so.” Signed at the conclusion by Lunt, Fontanne, and a witness. In fine condition, with two horizontal folds and staple holes to the upper left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1085. Paul Lynde. DS, six pages, 8.5 x 13, January 6, 1963. Contract between Kifeta Ltd. and Lynde, who agrees to “render services as the singing and dialogue voice of the Pumkin Read in an animated photoplay, the working title of which is now ‘Return to the Land of Oz’” in exchange for the sum of $500. Lynde also initials a correction on the first page and another on an attached rider. A complete red seal from the US Consulate General in Zurich is affixed to the signed page, along with a ribbon that binds the upper left corner of the contract. In fine condition, with three light horizontal storage folds, some mild creasing and toning, three sets of staples to the upper left corner, and filing holes to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1087. Jayne Mansfield. Vintage glossy 6.75 x 9 photo of Mansfield wearing large hoop earrings, signed in blue ink. Creasing to the upper left corner, scattered surface creases and impressions, and lightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1086. Jayne Mansfield.

Gorgeous vintage glossy 4 x 5 photo of Mansfield, signed in fountain pen. some creasing to top corner tips and a trivial tear to right edge, and a noticeable crease at hairline, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $150)

1088. Jayne Mansfield. Glossy photo trimmed in size to 7 x 9,

signed and inscribed in ink, “To Paul, Warmly! Jayne Mansfield.” In good condition, with trimming as noted, creasing (touching signature, face, and body), pinholes, surface marks, and a few small edge tears.

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

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McQueen spends liberally at the auto supply store 1089. Steve McQueen. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by McQueen, “Steve L. McQueen,” payable to Brown’s Auto Supply for $278.22, June 23, 1967. In very good condition, with central vertical fold touching first letter of signature, tape to top and bottom edge, a pencil notation to top, cancellation holes to bottom, and some show-through from stamps on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1090. Chico Marx.

Vintage 5 x 7 cardstock photo of Marx playing a miniature piano, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Regards to LeRoy, Chico Marx.” In fine condition, with some light horizontal creases to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1091. Jayne Mansfield. DS, one page, 8.5

x 11, January 11, 1960.

Agreement between Mansfield and 20th Century Fox Film Corporation for Mansfield to appear on the Bob Hope television show for an announcement about an upcoming Jerry Wald film entitled The Story on Page One, in return for a payment of $10,000. In fine condition, with two horizontal storage folds and a mild crease to the lower right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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One of ‘Our Gang’ holds interest in a James Dean lawsuit 1092. Spanky McFarland.

TLS signed “Spanky,” one page, 8.5 x 11, illustrated personal letterhead, July 29, 1992. Letter regarding pending litigation. In part: “A federal court was hearing a case regarding James Dean, Curtis Management against Warner Bros. Studio to determine who owned the licensing rights to James Dean name & image…This runs parallel to my lawsuit in New Jersey and (possibly) against King World in the future. What would be involved for me to secure the Judge’s Opinion and/or Order?” In fine condition, with light soiling and an ink notation to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1093. John Mills. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, no date. Biography file for Theatre World magazine, filled out by Mills, including a signature in print at the top and list of of theatre and film experience, signed at the conclusion, “John Mills.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with moderate separation to one vertical fold, a few vertical creases, toning to the borders, a couple tiny tears to the right edge, and a few pencil notations to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1096. Paul Newman. DS, one page, 1094. Tom Mix. Vintage 9

x 12 cardstock photo of Mix on horseback, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Gladys Metz, from Tom Mix.” Light scattered creases, and moderate toning to the borders, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

8.5 x 11, August 23, 1968. Release form for the News Syndicate Co. Inc. In part: “In consideration of the publicity given to me…my consent is hereby irrevocably given to you…to use my name, picture, or portrait, in publications for editorial or promotional purposes.” In fine condition, with light toning working in from the borders, and light erased pencil and typed notations to the upper border. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy 8 x 10 photo of Newman. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Hollywood’s most collectible couple: Monroe and Joltin’ Joe 1095. Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. Exceptionally rare combination of vintage ballpoint signatures, “Marilyn Monroe” and “Joe DiMaggio,” on a 3.5 x 8.5 slip irregularly clipped from a magazine ad for savings bonds. In very good condition, with three horizontal folds, one passing through Monroe’s signature, scattered creases, and four affixed toned pieces of tape, two over small areas of the top and bottom of Monroe’s signature and one over a section of DiMaggio’s. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. This is just the fifth pairing of Monroe and DiMaggio that we have offered—similar items rarely enter the marketplace. The relatively short duration of their relationship—roughly two years—make single items signed by both legends quite difficult to find. A highly desirable and incredibly scarce set of signatures from one of America’s most glamorous couples. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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1097. Nita Naldi. ALS signed “Mitchell’s Moonbeam Mac Naldi Mac Swine,” three pages both sides, 6 x 9.25, Hotel Wentworth letterhead, May 17, 1957. Bizarre letter to Lathrop Mitchell. In full (spelling and grammar retained): “Vesuvius phoned me last night & around ten o’clock we finally had a near coherent?? conversation—Fortunately I had the Journal American with me & her Royal Commands to read & repeat this announcement over the phone to her—had Mitchell’s Moonbeam in a hysterical screaming condition…years ago Vesuvius used to spend hours phoning everyone from Winchell to Barry Gray that she was announcing her engagement to MacNeil the horrendous hoodlum, then I would get on the phone, pretend I was a ‘qualified’ nurse-companion & explain the engagement was a bit precipitous—they the press knew MacNeil was married to Lucky Luciano’s niece—a good time was had by all.” In fine condition, with scattered toning and the article referred to affixed at the top of the first page with toned tape. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Naldi’s hand along with her signature in the return address area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1098. Laurence Olivier.

TLS signed “Larry,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 7, personal letterhead, December 21, 1974. Letter to George Cukor.

In part: “Joanie’s Saturday Sunday Monday is a delicious Biggst-Hit-in-London. I nearly said it goes like a bomb but those damn things are being the biggest menace London knew since the war, I have been and got unto myself a mad disease called myositis, I shan’t be able to work in any active way for some months and so I am going to do my best to write that book I have been threatening for so long.”

Olivier added a couple ballpoint corrections to the front, as well as a note about his ‘active work’: “(My old Fairbanks style, I mean).” In fine condition, with a trivial spot of soiling to the top. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1100. Reginald Owen. DS, one

page, 8.5 x 11, 1950-51. Biography file for Theatre World magazine, filled out by Owen, including a signature in print at the top and list of theatre and film experience, signed at the conclusion, “Reginald Owen.” Intersecting folds, toning to the borders, two tiny tears to the right edge, slight paper loss to the lower right corner, and a couple pencil notations to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1101. Sidney Poitier. DS, one

page both sides, 7.25 x 3.25, August 4, 1965. MGM Pictures W4 tax document, with personal information printed in blue ballpoint by Poitier, including his name, address, and union affiliation, and signed twice, once on the front and once on the reverse. Expected filing and staple holes at the top, and ballpoint and pencil office notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1102. Tyrone Power and Faye Emerson. Program for a performance of Back

to Methuselah starring Power and Emerson at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, 6 x 9, two pages, January 27, 1959. Signed on the front cover in pencil by Emerson and red ballpoint by Power, as well as Helen Dunleavy, the play’s wardrobe mistress.

In very good condition, with light scattered creases, toning, and soiling, damp staining to the upper left corner, and a ballpoint collector’s notation to the lower border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage signed photo from the Our Gang days 1099. Our Gang: Darla Hood. Vintage glossy 9.75 x 8 photo of

Hood with Buckwheat, Alfalfa, and Porky, signed and inscribed in blue ink “Lotsa good wishes to Harry Wilkinson ‘n the Hollywood Amuseum of Memories—Darla Hood.” Scattered creases, paper loss to the upper corners, scattered tack holes to the corners and border, ink notation to the lower border, a trimmed right edge, and the inscription and signature a shade light, otherwise very good condition. PSA/DNA label affixed to reverse and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. A highly desirable period piece for Our Gang collectors. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

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1105. Ruth Roland. DS, one

1103. Eleanor Powell. Two items: one

vintage glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulder photo of Powell, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Harry Wilkinson’s Hollywood-Amuseum, Best of luck always, Eleanor Powell, Broadway Melody of 1936;” and one ALS, three pages inside a 4.5 x 7 card featuring an image of a poster for Born to Dance on the front, in part: “It seems they just found out I can dance & I get more fan mail now than when I was at M. G. M.” Photo has paper loss to three corners, tack holes to corners and borders, and scattered surface marks and impressions, otherwise very good condition; letter in fine condition, with a couple spots of moisture affecting the writing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Some joker walked in and lit a match! The set exploded. Because I had done it in so many films, my first reaction was to save the girl” 1104. Vincent Price. Souve-

nir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, featuring Price’s response to the question ‘What’s the worst scare you’ve had on a set?’ In full: “For the climactic scene in ‘The Tomb of Ligeia,’ the whole set had been painted with liquid rubber to explode into flame. There were signs all over saying, ‘No Smoking.’

The girl and I had just been secured under great rafters to look like they had fallen on us when some joker walked in and lit a match! The set exploded. Because I had done it in so many films, my first reaction was to save the girl.

I grabbed her by the panties and pulled her out! I think the guy who started it was decapitated. For Roger Corman, the real tragedy was that it was a wonderfully exciting shot which he didn’t get on film!” In fine condition, with light scattered creases and slight haloing to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

page, 8.5 x 11, no date. Document submitted to the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, answering questions regarding use of makeup.

Roland reports that she uses “Max Factor” makeup and says “It is rather hard to estimate amount” that she purchases yearly. In fine condition, with two horizontal folds, light toning, and a ding to the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1106. Lillian Roth. ALS, three pages on two sheets, 8.5 x 11, il-

lustrated Oklahoma Biltmore Hotel letterhead, December 10, 1954.

Letter to an admirer about her stories involving Alcoholics Anonymous.

In part: “Most of my AA characters are a composite of several different ones…I wished to make it so that no one could recognize themselves & they haven’t…AAs desire to remain anonymous so they won’t bother anyone—to me they all are a composite of many. It is the principal [sic] in AA that works—not necessarily the people.” In fine condition, with staple holes and two punch holes to the top. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1107. Rosalind Russell. DS, one page,

8.5 x 11, April 3, 1950.

Agreement between Russell and Foote, Cone & Belding for her to appear on a Hallmark Playhouse radio broadcast based upon My Sister Eileen in exchange for $4,000.

Signed at the conclusion by Russell and an agency executive.

In fine condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner. Accompanied by a transmittal letter from Foote, Cone & Belding to Russell’s agent. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Selznick pays one of his actors

1111. David O. Selznick and Charles Boyer. Personal check,

1108. Lillian Russell. Singer, actress, flamboyant beauty of the

Gay Nineties (1861–1922). Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 8.75 photo, affixed to a 9.5 x 12 Mitzene Studio mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink “’To Peggy’ from Lillian Russell 1909.” Framed to an overall size of 13.25 x 17. Trimmed lower edge to photo, as well as some light edge rippling, and some mild toning to mount, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1109. Rosalind Russell. TLS signed

“Rosalind,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 6.5, Hotel Pierre letterhead, no date. Letter to journalist Radie Harris. In part: “Tried to reach you by phone but you are the busiest gal in town...Saw the fabulous story you did in the Reporter. It is just about the nicest thing I have ever read and I thank you with my whole heart.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1110. Peter Sellers. DS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, no date. Amendment to an agreement between Sellers and Ruzak Productions from August 5, 1963, regarding royalties of record sales in a club. Signed at the conclusion

by Sellers and a Ruzak executive. Light creases, a paperclip impression to the upper border, slight paper loss to the bottom edge, and a few original office stamps and notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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7.75 x 3, filled out in type and signed

by Selznick, “David O. Selznick,” payable to Charles Boyer for $40, October 10, 1936. Endorsed on the reverse, “Charles Boyer.” In very good condition, with three vertical folds, one fold passing through a single letter of the signature, paperclip impression to the upper left, expected cancellation holes and stamps, slightly affecting Selznick’s signature, and a stray spot of ink to Boyer’s endorsement. This check probably relates to Boyer’s performance in The Garden of Allah, which Selznick produced in 1936 and also starred Marlene Dietrich, Basil Rathbone, and John Carradine. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1112. Barbara Stanwyck.

Three documents, one single page and two multi-page: one is an agreement between Stanwyck and Warner Bros. Pictures for the services of costume designer Edith Head; one an agreement between Stanwyck and Universal Pictures “to portray the role of ‘Carol Booth’ in our photoplay tentatively entitled ‘The Gay Goddess,’” and one is an agreement between Stanwyck and Paramount Pictures “to act, play and perform the role of ‘Helen Ferguson’ in the motion picture photoplay tentatively entitled I Married a Dead Man.” In overall very good to fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1113. Rod Steiger. TLS, one page,

5.25 x 8.5, personal letterhead, May 6, 1968. Letter to journalist Radie Harris.

In part: “Thank you very much for all the good words and warm support you have given me during these past several months.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

Tate excitedly sends her grandma her first press clippings as her career takes hold: “I waited so long for this to happen” 1114. Sharon Tate. Promising American actress (born 1943) and wife of

director Roman Polanski who was propelled into infamy when she was murdered by the Manson Family at the age of 26 in the notorious killing spree that shook the nation in the summer of 1969. ALS signed “Sharon,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, Chateau de Castel-Novel letterhead, September 23, 1965. Letter to her grandmother. In part: “I had a few clippings from various papers in London and I thought you may like to have them—since there [sic] my first. The pictures are bad but there [sic] special—since I waited so long for this to happen. I must say all of this is very exciting but to my surprise very dull. The only thing I can think about is, how soon can I go home to my little things & Jay…We’re on location in France now and will go back to London in two weeks and then home in a month & a half—I hope.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Tate’s hand, with her full signature, “Sharon Tate” in the return address area on the reverse. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, and some show-through from mounting remnants to the reverse. Tate wrote this while filming her first feature, Eye of the Devil. An exceedingly scarce letter with great content from the start of her career—just the third ALS from the blonde starlet that we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Phenomenal portrait of the tragic Hollywood beauty 1115. Sharon Tate. Promising American actress (b. 1943)

and wife of director Roman Polanski who was propelled into infamy when she was murdered by the Manson Family at the age of 26 in the notorious killing spree that shook the nation in the summer of 1969. Rare and exceptional vintage glossy 8 x 10 three-quarter length portrait of the stunningly beautiful Tate with her hands on her hips, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks.

A gorgeous pose of the much sought-after actress. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Liz signs as a Hilton 1116. Elizabeth Taylor. Vintage ballpoint

signature, “Elizabeth Tayor [sic] Hilton, Looking forward to a marvellous Paris opening,” on an off-white 9.5 x 4.5 sheet. Also signed by her then-husband, “Nick Hilton.” In fine condition, with mild toning, some show-through from another signature to the reverse, and writing in an unknown hand below the signatures, with a few brushes to the ink. A unique signature—Taylor’s marriage to Hilton lasted only nine months, and she was apparently so nervous about signing her married name that she misspelled her own. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1119. Three Stooges: Moe Howard. ALS signed “Moe Howard,” one page, 5.25 x 8.5, pictorial Three Stooges letterhead, no date. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I expect the book to hit the shops in mid 1975. I have just forwarded the script to the publisher who will no doubt have some editing to do on it.” In fine condition.

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

1117. Three Stooges: Larry Fine. ALS signed “Larry Fine,”

one page, lightly-lined, 5.75 x 8, stamped personal letterhead, no date. Letter to a fan written while in the hospital recovering from a stroke. In part: “I wrote a book while I was here. It is called ‘A Stroke of Luck.’ It is all about my life as one of the 3 Stooges…It also contains over 120 rare and collector item photos of our pictures, many with Curly and Shemp.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed by Larry, who has printed his name in the return address area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1118. Three Stooges: Moe Howard. Vintage glossy 10 x 8.25 photo of the Three Stooges in Nazi garb from You Natzy Spy, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Ray,’ Sincerely, The 3 Stooges, Moe, Larry, Curly,” with Moe signing for all three. Scattered creases, surface marks, and impressions, a toned piece of tape to the lower border, and surface loss along the top border, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The ‘Tailor to the Stars’ dresses one of the scarcest Stooges 1120. Three Stooges: Shemp Howard. Rare personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Howard, “Shemp Howard,” payable to Sy Devore for $65.16, January 14, 1947. Double matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 8.75. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and stamps. Devore was known as the ‘Tailor to the Stars’ and is best known for outfitting the Rat Pack—a great intersection of Hollywood history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Thanks for your letter about the old Print of Mr. Herrmann” 1121. Howard Thurston. TLS,

one page, 7 x 9.25, personal letterhead, April 22, 1930. Letter about a print of the famous magician Alexander Herrmann, otherwise known as Herrmann the Great. In full: “Thanks for your letter about the old Print of Mr. Herrmann. I do not collect such things, but I am sending your letter to Dr. Hedges of New York, and I believe you will hear from him on the subject.

I was glad the children enjoyed the show and send greetings to every one of them.” Two horizontal mailing folds, one fold passing through the center of the signature, some separation to the upper fold, and some scattered creases and overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1122. Michael Todd. Film producer

(1909–1958) and third husband of Elizabeth Taylor who died in a plane crash near Grants, New Mexico. TLS signed “Mike,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 7, 1945. Letter to MGM executive Eddie Mannix. In part: “Many months ago I gave you a check for a couple of hundred dollars…I have transferred my account to another bank, and if Tony has not already put the check through tell her to let me know.” In fine condition, with a couple mild spots of soiling and staple holes to the upper left corner.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I am arranging to have Marlon Brando call you at the Plaza Hotel” 1123. Jerry Wald. Producer and

screenwriter (1911–1962) best known for writing The Roaring Twenties, Hollywood Hotel, and They Drive by Night.

TLS signed “Jerry,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Columbia Pictures Corporation letterhead, April 28, 1954. Letter to director George Cukor, relaying contact info for Mary Martin, Richard Rodgers, John O’Hara, and Marlon Brando. In part: “I am arranging to have Marlon Brando call you at the Plaza Hotel.” Two horizontal folds, one passing through the center of the signature, scattered wrinkling, and light spreading to part of the paraph due to moisture exposure, and an original pencil notation to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1124. Jack Warner. TLS signed “Jack,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, April 12, 1957.

Letter to his assistant, Richard Gully. In full: You did an excellent job last night and I want to thank you for making the Spirit of St. Louis Premiere and Party the most important one seen by me in many, many years on the Hollywood scene. The party was the topper to a most memorable evening and you are to be congratulated for contributing so much to its success.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Classic uninscribed photo of Wayne in True Grit 1125. John Wayne. Uncommon glossy 8 x 10 photo of Wayne on horseback in True Grit, signed in black felt tip, “Good luck, John Wayne, 1977.” In fine condition, with some light creasing to the borders, and slight impressions and spotting to the finish. One of the nicest photos we have ever offered of the Duke in his classic, Academy Award–winning role as Rooster Cogburn. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1126. Wizard of Oz: Cedric Gibbons. Eleven time Academy Award winning art director (1893–1960) who worked on Wizard of Oz and Gone With The Wind. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, March 23, 1942. Agreement between Gibbons and MGM in which he is advised that he must stay “advised of contemporary art developments” and is personally responsible for any expenses incurred with regards to art-study trips “to various parts of the world, such as (but not limited to) Mexico and South America.” In fine condition, with a light diagonal crease to the second page, and expected staple and filing holes to the upper border. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1127. Wizard of Oz: Frank Morgan. Character actor (1890-1949) best remembered as the title character, Emerald City’s doorman, coachman, Guardian of the Gate, and Professor Marvel in the film The Wizard of Oz. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in fountain pen. Some scattered thin light vertical stains and spots and a bit of light silvering to darker areas, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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1128. Fay Wray. ALS, one page both sides, 5.75

x 7.75, January 20, 1975. Letter to a fan. In part: “I will be glad to autograph the posters and photos if you send them to me.” In fine condition, with a crease to lower right corner. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Wray’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1129. Alvin Ailey

1130. June Allyson

1131. Julie Andrews

1132. Julie Andrews

1133. Julie Andrews

1134. Julie Andrews

1135. Annabella MB $100

1136. Fred Astair and Cyd Charisse

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1137. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers

1138. Mary Astor

1139. Lew Ayres

1140. Lauren Bacall

1141. Lauren Bacall

1142. Lucille Ball

1143. Anne Bancroft

1144. Brigitte Bardot

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1145. Jean-Louis Barrault MB $100

1146. Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway

1147. Warren Beatty

1148. Ralph Bellamy

1149. Belle Bennett

1150. Ingrid Bergman

1151. Elisabeth Bergner

1152. Ernest Borgnine

1153. John Bowers

1154. Walter Brennan

1155. Walter Brennan

1156. Fannie Brice

1157. Richard Burton

1158. Michael Caine

1159. Yakima Canutt

1160. Kitty Carlisle

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1161. David Carradine

1162. Cyd Charisse

1163. Richard Conte

1164. Maurice Costello

1165. Buster Crabbe

1166. Broderick Crawford

1167. Joan Crawford

1168. Louise Currie

1169. Peter Cushing

1170. Peter Cushing

1171. Gabriel Dell

1172. Angie Dickinson

1173. Marlene Dietrich

1174. Marlene Dietrich

1175. Marlene Dietrich

1176. Marlene Dietrich

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1177. Guy Doleman

1178. Diana Dors

1179. Melvyn Douglas

1180. Vivian Duncan

1181. Irene Dunne

1182. Clint Eastwood

1183. Clint Eastwood

1184. Clint Eastwood

1185. Clint Eastwood MB $100

1186. Barbara Eden and Larry Hagman

1187. Maurice Evans

1188. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr

1189. Peter Falk

1190. Jane Fonda

1191. Glenn Ford

1192. John Ford

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1193. Anne Francis

1194. Ava Gardner

1195. Ava Gardner

1196. Ava Gardner

1197. Janet Gaynor MB $100

1198. The Godfather: Simonetta Stefanelli

1199. Gone with the Wind: Butterfly McQueen

1200. Gone With the Wind: Butterfly McQueen

1201. Gone With the Wind: Butterfly McQueen

1202. Pedro Gonzalez Gonzalez

1203. Dorothy Gulliver

1204. Gene Hackman

1205. Alan Hale, Jr

1206. June Haver

1207. Helen Hayes

1208. Sonja Henie

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1209. Stanley Holloway MB $100

1210. Edward Everett Horton

1211. Edward Everett Horton

1212. John Houseman

1213. Trevor Howard

1214. John Hubbard

1215. Rock Hudson

1216. Ruth Hussey

1217. May Irwin

1218. Burl Ives

1219. Carolyn Jones

1220. Tamara Karsavina

1221. Grace Kelly

1222. Grace Kelly

1223. George Kennedy

1224. Deborah Kerr

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1225. Deborah Kerr

1226. Deborah Kerr

1227. Werner Klemperer

1228. Dorothy Lamour

1229. Elsa Lanchester

1230. Rosemary Lane

1231. Stan Laurel

1232. Piper Laurie

1234. Christopher Lee

1235. Ruta Lee

1238. Ida Lupino

1239. Carol Lynley

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1233. Bernard Lee MB $100

1236. Gina Lollobrigida MB $100

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1237. Ida Lupino MB $100

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1240. Wallace MacDonald

1241. Man From UNCLE

1242. Delbert Mann

1243. Herbert Marshall

1244. MASH

1245. James Mason

1246. James Mason MB $100

1247. Walter Matthau and Tatum O’Neal

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1248. Ken Maynard

1249. Dina Merrill

1250. Mary Ann Mobley

1251. Ricardo Montalban

1252. Margaret O’Brien

1253. Maureen O’Hara

1254. Maureen O’Hara

1255. Maureen O’Sullivan

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1256. Peter O’Toole MB $100

1260. Sam Peckinpah MB $200

1257. Odd Couple MB $100

1261. Joe Penner MB $100

1258. Al Pacino MB $100

1262. Anthony Perkins

1259. Gregory Peck and Celeste Holm MB $100

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1263. Mary Pickford and Buddy Rogers MB $100

1264. Roman Polanski

1265. Eleanor Powell

1266. William Powell

1267. Tyrone Power

1268. Vincent Price

1269. Freddie Prinze

1270. Donna Reed

1271. Steve Reeves

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1272. Duncan Renaldo

1273. Leni Riefenstahl

1274. Theodore Roberts

1275. May Robson

1276. Ruth Roman

1277. Cesar Romero

1278. Jacqueline Sassard

1279. Natalie Schafer

1280. Roy Scheider

1281. Robert Shaw

1282. Norma Shearer

1283. Norma Shearer

1284. Simone Simon

1285. Lilia Skala

1286. Ann Sothern

1287. Barbara Stanwyck

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1288. John Sturges

1289. Robert Taylor

1290. Shirley Temple

1291. Ellen Terry

1292. Gene Tierney

1293. Gene Tierney

1294. Arthur Treacher

1295. Arthur Treacher

1296. Lupe Velez

1297. Robert Wagner

1298. Robert Walker

1299. Jack Webb

1300. Esther Williams

1301. Marie Windsor

1302. Joseph Wiseman

1303. Wizard of Oz: Harold Arlen

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1304. Wizard of Oz: Bolger and Haley

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Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger MB $100

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Wizard of Oz: Buddy Ebsen MB $100

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Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley MB $100

1308. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton

1309. Fay Wray

1310. Jane Wyman

1311. Fred Zinnemann

1312. Actors

1313. Actors and Actresses

1314. Actresses

1315. Nick Adams

1317. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz

1318. Lucille Ball

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1316. Julie Andrews MB $100

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1319. Brigitte Bardot

1320. Lionel Barrymore

1322. Ann Blyth MB $100

1323. Bonanza: Dan Blocker

1324. Richard Boone

1325. British Actresses

1326. Leo Carrillo

1327. Cyd Charisse

1328. Gary Cooper

1329. Gary Cooper

1330. Lou Costello

1331. Sammy Davis, Jr

1332. Sammy Davis, Jr

1333. Doris Day

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1321. Jacqueline Bisset MB $100

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1334. Doris Day

1335. Robert DeNiro

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1336. Marlene Dietrich

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1337. Frances Farmer

1338. Joan Fontaine

1339. Carol Forman

1340. William Frawley

1341. Lillian and Dorothy Gish

1342. Gone With the Wind: Laura Hope Crews

1343. Betty Grable

1344. Stewart Granger

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1345. Kevin Peter Hall MB $100

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1346. Rex Harrison MB $100

1347. William S. Hart MB $100

1349. Katharine Hepburn

1350. Katharine Hepburn

1353. Horror: Actresses MB $100

1354. Horror: Haruo Nakajima

1356. Rock Hudson

1357. Al Jolson

1358. Delilah Judith

1359. Kay Kendall

1360. David Lean

1361. Sophia Loren

1362. Jayne Mansfield

1363. Marcel Marceau

1348. Henry Hathaway MB $100

1352. Bob Hope MB $100

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1351. Katharine Hepburn MB $100

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1364. Carmen Miranda

1365. The Munsters

1366. Jack Nicholson

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1368. Anna Pavlova

1369. William Powell

1370. Vincent Price

1371. Satyajit Ray

1372. Tatiana Riabouchinska and Leonide Massine

1373. Bill Robinson

1374. Robert Ryan

1375. George Sanders

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1376. Jackie Saunders MB $100

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1377. Ann Sothern MB $100

1367. Our Gang MB $100

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1379. Superman: Neill and Larson MB $100

1380. Mack Swain

1381. Gloria Swanson

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1384. Three Stooges: Moe Howard MB $100

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Three Stooges: Emil Sitka MB $100

1382. Three Stooges: Joe DeRita MB $100

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Three Stooges: Jules White MB $100

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Three Stooges: Larry Fine MB $100

1387. Twilight Zone: Nick Cravat MB $100

1388. Peter Ustinov

1389. Johnny Weissmuller

1390. Orson Welles

1391. Mae West

1392. Billy Wilder

1393. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

1394. Wizard of Oz: Billie Burke

1395. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley

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sports 1396. Max Baer. ANS signed “Max (Andrew H. Brown) Baer,” one page at the bottom of a postal telegraph, 8.5 x 6.25, August 20, 1937. Typed telegraph originally from ‘Dick’ to Margaret Clark, relaying travel plans and closing, “Flying Chicago tonight see you there morning love you please.” Baer writes a note to Dick at the bottom. In full: “Say Dick you’ll have to fight me for this ladys [sic] hand.” Intersecting folds with repaired separations, scattered creases and toning, toned tape and small dings and tears to the borders, and show-through from docketing and toned tape repairs to the reverse, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 1397. Basketball. Four 1960s

Boston Celtics programs, each approximately 8.5 x 11, signed in blue ballpoint: one 1965 playoff program signed on the reverse by Wilt Chamberlain and Bob Cousy; one 1968 program signed on the front cover by Red Auerbach and K. C. Jones; one 1966 game program signed vertically on the front cover by Red Auerbach; and one 1969 playoff program signed on the front cover by Bailey Howell. In very good condition, with scattered creasing and soiling, some light areas of damp staining, part of one of the Auerbach signatures partially faded, and areas of surface loss to the covers. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

1398. James J. Braddock. Ameri-

can Boxing Hall of Famer (1905–1974) who was heavyweight champion of the world from 1935 to 1937 and whose career was dramatized in the Oscar-nominated 2005 film, Cinderella Man. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Braddock striking a pugilistic pose, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint “To Pat, with best wishes, your old sparring partner 1927, Jim Braddock.” In very good condition, with light overall skipping and irregular ink adhesion to signature and inscription, scattered surface impressions, and a ding to left edge. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Louis, Dempsey, Braddock, and Tunney lend their names to Fleischer’s Ring Record book 1399. Boxing.

Signed book: Nat Fleischer’s AllTime Ring Record Book. First edition. Norwalk, Connecticut: O’Brien Suburban Press, 1941.

Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.25, 548 pages.

Signed in fountain pen on the first free end page by Jack Dempsey, Tony Canzoneri, Jeremiah Mahoney, Jim Braddock, Gene Tunney, John Kilpatrick, James J. Walker, Joe Louis, and George E. Ruppert.

Book condition: VG/None. Blue wraps bound into blue cloth-covered boards; edges rubbed; spine and textblock edges darkened; minor soiling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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1400. Primo Carnera.

Plaza Theatre program for the week of March 17, 1934, 3.25 x 6 folded, signed on the reverse in pencil, “Primo Carnera.”

In very good condition, with overall toning, light scattered soiling, some separation to folds, and a collector’s notation to the upper left corner. A scarce signature, signed during his one-year reign as World Heavyweight Champion. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Ezzard Charles. Former

heavyweight champion of the world. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint “To Harry, Sincerely, Ezzard Charles.” In very good condition, with some light skipping to signature and inscription, and scattered light creases, surface marks, and impressions. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Charles versus “the world’s greatest fighters of all time”—Marciano, Walcott, Maxim, and Louis 1402. Ezzard Charles. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 26, 1966. Charles grants Turn of the Century Fights, Inc. rights to use footage of his fights. In part: “You have told me you are producing a series of programs titled ‘Knockout’ which feature approximately 2-minute excerpts of films of boxing contests, featuring the world’s greatest fighters of all time, and that you want to include motion pictures of the prize fights in which I appeared…for prints of my most important fights, including Charles-Marciano 1st and 2nd, CharlesWalcott 2nd and 3rd, Charles-Maxim, and Charles-Louis…I hereby give you my permission…to the use of motion pictures of the fights in which I appeared, and also the right to advertise these motion pictures and use my name and photograph in connection with them.”

Two horizontal folds, one with some separation, and light scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Patterson and D’Amato borrow from the International Boxing Club before his World Heavyweight bout

1405. Cus D’Amato. Boxing manager and trainer (1908–1985)

who handled the careers of Floyd Patterson, Jose Torres, and Mike Tyson. DS, signed “Constantine D’Amato,” one page, 8 x 3.25, August 1, 1956. Promissory note to the International Boxing Club for $5000, filled out in another hand and signed by D’Amato, adding “Floyd Patterson” next to his name. In fine condition, with light toning and soiling to the borders. Later on in 1956, Patterson would win his first World Heavyweight title. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1403. Billy Conn. DS, one page, 8.5 x

11, March 1, 1982. Agreement between Conn and The Big Fights, Inc. regarding use of film for personal appearances. In part: “Knox McConnell has requested that we supply you with the 16mm print of your fight with Joe Louis…and your fight with Melio Bettina…to be used only for showings in connection with your personal appearances.” In very good condition, with two horizontal folds, light scattered creases, and a large tear to the right side repaired with tape on the reverse. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1404. DiMaggio Brothers. Ballpoint and felt tip

signatures of Joe, Dom, and Vince DiMaggio on individual off-white cards and slips. All three are matted together with a color satin-finish photo of an artist’s rendition of the brothers to an overall size of 16 x 12. In fine condition, with a few stray ink marks under Joe’s signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1406. Jack Dempsey. Two items: one vintage glossy 7 x 9 head-and-

shoulders photo of Dempsey in a suit, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To W. A. Daggett, Best wishes, Sincerely, Jack Dempsey”; and one TLS, one page, illustrated Jack Dempsey’s Restaurant letterhead, June 23, 1937, thanking Daggett for his kindness during a trip to South Carolina. Nicely double matted and framed with the original mailing envelope to an overall size of 21 x 19.75. Scattered creases and an area of discoloration to the top of the photo, and intersecting folds to the letter with one passing through a single letter of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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1407. Joe DiMaggio.

Signed book: The DiMaggio Albums Volumes I & II. First edition, first printing. NY: G. P. Putnam’s Sons, 1989. Two hardcover volumes in slipcase, 9.25 x 11.25. Signed vertically in blue felt tip on the half-title page of Volume I, “Joe DiMaggio, 6/9/90.” In fine condition, with a few dings to slipcase. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1410. Gil Hodges. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hodges in his Dodgers uniform, signed and inscribed in red ballpoint “To Luellen, Best wishes, Gil Hodges.” In fine condition, with a couple mild creases and slight skipping to the sentiment. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

1408. Ford Frick. TLS, one page, 8 x

11, National League letterhead, October 11, 1951. Letter to Dick Hyman. In part: “It certainly is a fine feeling to know friends and acquaintances are pulling for you.

I only hope to live up to all these fine expectations.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and light toning to the borders. At the time of writing, Frick had just been appointed as commissioner. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Hodges and his crew ‘double up’ 1409. Gil Hodges and NY Mets. Color vintage 8.25 x 11 double-

sided program photo, featuring a portrait of Hodges on one side and members of the Mets coaching staff on the other, signed in blue ballpoint on Hodges’s portrait, “Best Wishes, Gil Hodges,” and signed again on the reverse by Hodges and twice-signed by each other member of the coaching staff pictured: Yogi Berra, Eddie Yost, Rube Walker, and Joe Pignatano. Two horizontal folds, scattered creases, and a couple dings to the edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1411. Vince Lombardi. Green Bay Packers, Inc. business check, 8 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Lombardi, “Vincent Lombardi,” payable to Gerald A. Braisher for $82.00, July 25, 1959.

Matted and framed with a portrait of Lombardi to an overall size of 14 x 18.5. In fine condition, with expected stamps and holes, pencil notation to top, and bank label affixed to bottom. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1412. Joe Louis.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Joe Louis,” on an off-white 5.5 x 4.25 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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1413. Rocky Marciano. Exceptional

vintage ink signature, “Rocky Marciano,” on an off-white 5.25 x 4 sheet.

In fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Limited edition baseball honoring the final year of Yankee Stadium 1416. NY Yankees. Official limited edition Rawlings Major League

baseball commemorating the final year of Yankee Stadium, numbered #345/400, signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot and side panels by 30 members of the 2008 Yankees team. Signers are: Alex Rodriguez (sweet spot), Joe Girardi (sweet spot), Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Johnny Damon, Jason Giambi, Robinson Cano, Melky Cabrera, Andy Pettitte, Mike Mussina, Chien-Ming Wang, Joba Chamberlain, Hideki Matsui, Phil Hughes, Ian Kennedy, Jorge Posada, Jose Molina, Jose Veras, Edwar Ramirez, Shelley Duncan, Ross Ohlendorf, Darrell Rasner, David Robertson, Brett Gardner, Wilson Betemit, Bobby Meacham, Kevin Long, Dave Eiland, Rob Thomson, and Tony Pena.

In fine condition, with a Steiner Sports label and MLB hologram affixed to a side panel. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Steiner Sports. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1414. Rocky Marciano. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of an artist’s

rendition of Marciano working a speed bag, signed in black felt tip. In very good condition, with scattered soiling, a few light creases, some spotting to the finish, and a small hole to the left border. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1415. Rocky Marciano.

Scarce souvenir folder, 8 x 11, presented with “compliments of Azalea Meats, Inc.,” with the inside gatefold showing great illustrations of all the opponents defeated by Marciano, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Allan Ashbury, Keep punching, Rocky Marciano.” A central horizontal fold, trimmed bottom edge, and old tape toning to covers, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1417. Jackie Robinson. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Jackie

Robinson,” on an off-white slip. Matted and framed with a color photo and Perez-Steele card, to an overall size of 16.25 x 12. A few creases to upper portions, and light ink marks along top, which may be postal cancellations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Baseball’s iconic #42 focuses on his troubled son 1418. Jackie Robinson.

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 18, 1968. Robinson writes Irene Walbrook of the Bronx regarding his troubled son. In part: “We know the only real solution is the love and understanding that we give our son, and it is our intention to give everything we have to pull him through this critical condition. I have faith that our family ties are strong and that with God’s help we will come through this crisis...You will never know how much your interest means to our family.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Fortunately, Robinson’s prediction was correct, as his son eventually became a counselor at the same facility that helped him break his addiction—only to die in a 1971 car crash. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1419. Babe Ruth. Gorgeous vintage fountain pen signature,

“Sincerely, Babe Ruth,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard (postmarked 10/19/1935). Light creases to the left side, a uniform shade of toning, and a couple spots of stray cancellation ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Fantastic twice-signed Ruth check

1420. Babe Ruth. Twice-signed personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed

by Ruth, “G. H. Ruth,” payable to Claire Ruth for $25.00, September 9, 1946. Also endorsed

by Ruth on the reverse, “G. H. Ruth,” as well as by his wife, “Claire Ruth.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder and given an autograph grade of NM-MT 8. Light scattered creases, and expected bank stamps and notations, one notation trivially affecting the signature on the front, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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Smooth signature from the ‘Sultan of Swat’ 1421. Babe Ruth. Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Bud, Sincerely, Babe Ruth,” on an off-white 5.25 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition, with a light block of toning over the signature and sentiment from previous display. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Rare signature of the first Heavyweight Champion

1422. John L. Sullivan. Vintage ink signature, “Compliments, John L. Sullivan, August 16th, 1883,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2 lightly-lined slip. Affixed to a cardstock backing with a color 4.25 x 8.5 photo. In very good condition, with scattered creases, toning, and soiling, and a slight brush to the signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1424. Gene Tunney.

1423. Jim Thorpe. Vintage ink signature, “Jim Thorpe,” on the reverse of a light pink 3.75 x 2 temporary membership card to the Detroit YMCA, dated March 19, 1952. Some scattered light wrinkles and creases, and a trimmed vertical edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Page from a Smithsonian registry book, 5.5 x 8.5, signed ink at the bottom in black, “Gene Tunney.” Originally intended for a “Register of patrons of Smithsonian Scientific Series to be deposited in the archives of Smithsonian Institution Washington,” and bears a gold foil Smithsonian Institution seal at the top.

Intersecting folds pass through the signature, scattered creases, binding holes to the left border, and trivial irregular adhesion to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Uncommon fully signed check from ‘The Splendid Splinter’ 1425. Ted Williams. Personal check, 8.25 x 3, filled

out and signed by Williams, “Theodore Williams,” payable to Sears for $821.92, October 22, 1984. In fine condition, with expected bank stamps. In the memo field, Williams notes that he is paying for a washer and dryer. Checks tend to exhibit at least some handling wear—checks in this fine condition are few and far between. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1426. Paul Waner. ALS,

one page, 8.25 x 11, January 9, 1948. Letter to an admirer. In full: “Thanks for your kind letter—and since you are in ill health. I have been allso [sic], but we all recover if we have determination and faith.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds that pass through the signature, scattered creases, a light uniform shade of toning, spots of soiling to the borders, and a few dings along the top edge. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Players, coaches and officials often become actors” 1428. John Wooden. ALS signed “John Wooden, UCLA (Ret.),” one yellow page, lightlylined, 8.5 x 11, no date. Letter to an admirer about the state of basketball. In part: “They are permitting the game to become too physical which takes away the beauty and finesse…I deplore the taunting…

They aren’t calling traveling, carrying the ball, etc…As a result of television, too much time is lost from school…Players, coaches and officials often become actors.”

Some moisture spotting to the left border and a light brush to a single word of the text, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Wooden on his Hall of Fame induction: “Such honors are almost always influenced by being in the right place at the right time with the right people” 1427. John Wooden. ALS signed “John Wooden, UCLA (Ret.),” one page, 8.5 x 11, no

date. Letter about his induction into the Hall of Fame. In full: “It is always nice to be considered as one of the best in anything in which you are engaged and I was pleased and proud when I was selected to the National Basketball Hall of Fame as a player and equally pleased when I was selected as a coach to become the only person selected in more than one category.

However, I am well aware of the fact that such honors are almost always influenced by being in the right place at the right time with the right people.” In fine condition. A typically humble letter from the ‘Wizard of Westwood.’ Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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1429. Hank Aaron

1430. Troy Aikman MB $100

1431. Muhammad Ali, Holmes, and Holyfield

1432. Muhammad Ali

1433. Muhammad Ali

1434. Arthur Ashe

1435. Red Auerbach

1436. Auto Racing

1437. Max Baer

1438. Seve Ballesteros

1439. Roger Bannister

1440. Baseball

1441. Baseball

1442. Baseball

1443. Baseball

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Baseball Hall of Fame Pitchers MB $100

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1445.

Baseball Hall of Famers

1446.

Baseball Hall of Famers

1450.

Baseball: Negro League

1454.

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1449.

1447.

Baseball Hall of Famers

1448.

Baseball Hall of Famers

1451. Baseball Moments

1452.

Baseball: Negro League

1455. Basketball

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1453.

Baseball Hall of Famers

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1457. Franz Beckenbauer MB $100

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1458. Larry Bird MB $100

1459. Bodybuilders and Weightlifters MB $100

Baseball Hall of Famers MB $100

Baseball: 1957 World Series MB $100

1456. Sammy Baugh MB $100

1460. Boston Bruins MB $100

1461. Boston Bruins

1463. Boston Bruins

1464. Boston Celtics

1465. Boston Red Sox

1466. Boston Red Sox

1467. Mikhail Botvinnik

1468. Boxing

1469. Boxing

1470. Boxing

1471. Boxing

1472. Jim Brown

1473. Glenn Burke

1474. Reggie Bush and Matt Leinart

1475. Reggie Bush

1476. California Angels

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1477. Rubin ‘Hurricane’ Carter and Joey Giardello MB $100

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1478. Wilt Chamberlain

1479. Wilt Chamberlain

1480. Wilt Chamberlain

1481. Roger Clemens

1482. Cleveland Browns

1483. Tony Conigliaro

1484. Howard Cossell

1485. Bob Cousy and Bill Sharman

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1487. Jack Dempsey and Gene Tunney

1488. Detroit Tigers

1489. Joe DiMaggio

1490. Joe DiMaggio

1491. Joe DiMaggio

1492. Arthur Donovan

1493. John Elway

1486. Dallas Cowboys

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1497. Golf Masters: Ball and Runyan

1499. Golf: Masters Champions

1500. Jeff Gordon

1501. Joe Greene

1502. Wayne Gretzky

1503. Wayne Gretzky

1504. Robert Griffin III

1505. Paul Hornung

1506. Horse Racing

1507. Horse Racing

1508. Horse Racing: Ted Atkinson

1509. Horse Racing: Willie Shoemaker

1494. Julius Erving MB $100

1498. Golf: Masters MB $100

1495. Ford Frick MB $100

1496. Golf

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1510. Horse Racing: Ron Turcotte

1511. Gordie Howe

1512. Bobby Hull

1513. Bo Jackson

1515. Reggie Jackson

1516. Bruce Jenner

1517. Bruce Jenner MB $100

1518. Magic Johnson and Larry Bird

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1519. Magic Johnson

1520. Jim Kelly

1521. Joe Kleine

1522. Jake LaMotta

1523. Buck Leonard

1524. Bob Lilly

1525. Ryan Lochte

1526. Ryan Lochte

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1527. Los Angeles Lakers MB $100

1528. Mickey Mantle and Whitey Ford

1529. Mickey Mantle

1530. Mickey Mantle

1531. Mickey Mantle

1532. Mickey Mantle

1533. Dan Marino

1534. Billy Martin

1535. Mark McGwire

1536. Rory McIlroy

1537. Phil Mickelson

1538. Milwaukee Brewers

1539. Milwaukee Brewers

1540. Johnny Mize

1541. Joe Montana

1542. Joe Montana

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1543. Stan Musial

1544. Stan Musial

1545. Stan Musial

1546. Jack Nicklaus

1547. Jack Nicklaus

1548. NY Giants

1549. NY Giants

1550. NY Mets

1551. NY Mets

1552. NY Yankees

1553. NY Yankees

1554. Shaquille O’Neal

1555. Olympic Basketball: 1956

1556. Olympic Basketball: 1960

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1557. Olympics: 1948 MB $100

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1558. Jesse Owens MB $100

1559. Manny Pacquiao

1560. Manny Pacquiao

1561. Manny Pacquiao

1562. Satchel Paige

1563. Arnold Palmer

1564. Floyd Patterson

1565. Walter Payton

1566. Walter Payton

1567. Walter Payton

1569. Jerry Rice

1570. Mariano Rivera

1571. Dennis Rodman

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1572. Cristiano Ronaldo MB $100

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1573. Pete Rose MB $100

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1574. Pete Rose MB $100

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1575. Barney Ross

1576. Nolan Ryan

1577. Nolan Ryan

1578. Gale Sayers

1579. Gale Sayers

1580. Max Schmeling

1581. Tom Seaver

1582. Jack Sharkey

1583. Emmitt Smith

1584. Duke Snider

1585. Annika Sorenstam

1586. St. Louis Cardinals

1587. St. Louis Rams

1588. Bart Starr

1589. Payne Stewart

1590. Tennis

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1591. Bobby Thomson and Ralph Branca

1592. Y. A. Tittle

1593. Mike Tyson

1595. UCLA Basketball

1596. UCLA Basketball

1597. UCLA Basketball

1598. UCLA Basketball

1599. Jim Valvano

1600. Kurt Warner MB $100

1601. Ted Williams

1602. Ted Williams

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1603. Ted Williams

1604. Ted Williams

1605. Ted Williams

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1594. UCLA Basketball MB $100

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1606. John Wooden and Bill Walton MB $100

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